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David Kampf of the Czech Republic attempts a wraparound goal on Finland’s Ville Husso during a World Juniors pre-competition game, held Friday at the Strathcona Paper Centre. The two teams put on quite the show
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for the capacity crowd, as Finland secured a 2-1 shootout victory. Both teams will now head to Montreal and Toronto to take part in the IIHF World Junior Championship.
Finns, Czechs make Napanee home sweet home Sellout crowd at Strathcona Paper Centre Friday makes national teams feel welcome BY SETH DUCHENE Editor
If the Czech Republic or Finland go on to win the World Junior Hockey Championship gold medal in a few weeks time, their road to the title will have gone through Napanee. Both teams called the Strathcona Paper Centre home until this past Tuesday as they prepared to take on the world at the upcoming international under-20 hockey
tournament, which takes place in Toronto and Montreal. The highlight of the teams’ stay was an exhibition game on Friday night; while the game didn’t matter in the standings, and it didn’t even feature Team Canada, it still attracted a sellout crowd to the SPC. The teams didn’t fail to disappoint, either. After the Czechs took a first-period lead, the Finns clawed their way back to tie it up in the second. Finland then made short work of the Czechs in the
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shootout to collect the win. Although the outcome didn’t matter, the game provided some crucial game action for the Finns and the Czechs, who begin roundrobin play in Group A and Group B, respectively, this week. “I think in the first two periods, we didn’t play so well,” said Finnish captain Artturi Lehkonen, a Montreal Canadiens draft pick who won gold at last year’s tourney. “I think we were a little bit lazy, lazy on the forecheck. We weren’t
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used to playing in the small rink, so we weren’t alert at all times. By the third period, it was really good. I think that’s the period that we have to (draw from to) keep on moving forward and keep on getting better.” Former National Hockey League blueliner and Czech assistant coach Pavel Trnka offered a similar mixed assessment of Friday’s game. “Yesterday was a game for us to prepare for the tournament. There were some good things
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MTO to boost plowing on local stretch of 401 Additional routes will mean that snow should be cleared more quickly for motorists
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DDITIONAL snowplows and routes should help to make this season’s Highway 401 travel through Greater Napanee safer. Greater Napanee emergency services, OPP and the Ministry of Transportation Ontario say they have been working together since last spring to increase travel safety here and across Ontario. “There will be one new combination unit for us on the 401 corridors. That will
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shorten the other routes,” said MTO representative Dave Pearson at a recent Greater Napanee regular council meeting. Currently there is one snow-removal route on the 401 through Napanee, as well as another from Grafton to Marysville. Another route will be added to the region, which should make the other two routes shorter, hence ensuring snow removal is done faster and more efficiently. “There will also be two more combination units to deal with the ramps,” Pearson added. “We’ve added
many new units across the province.” In total, 50 more units have been added to Hwy. 401 throughout southern Ontario, as well as 20 more inspectors – one for each of the maintenance contract areas. In addition to the added units, all 401 shoulders have been paved between Grafton (east Belleville) to Kingston. However, Greater Napanee Fire Chief Terry Gervais said it is up to the public to work with them to ensure these new programs and projects are not wasted.
“Until we get people to slow down in winter conditions, all of our work is for nothing. People still have to slow down,” said Gervais. Last spring, after a hard winter filled with many 401 pileups and whiteout driving conditions, Greater Napanee council asked Gervais and the Emergency Services department to work with the province to ensure Greater Napanee does not go through another winter like last season. “Another thing that’s come out of last spring’s meetings is that we have been working with the OPP
on forming detour routes so we have a very solid plan so that what happened last February won’t happen again. We plan to put all the big trucks on one route. We now have a north EDR route and a south EDR route,” explained Gervais. Pearson said the MTO has been working toward preventing multi-vehicle accidents on the 401 this season. “There has been in increase in multi-vehicle accidents on the 401 corridors so we’re increasing our network of cameras to assist us to the west of here, which is where the
weather is coming from,” said Pearson. On top of that, the MTO, OPP and Emergency and Fire Services are running a number of public education campaigns. The MTO has also been re-considering more snow fences in the region. “We made a large investment around 1998. Some of those hedges are starting to show. We put them too small. We even tried telling farmers to keep the last few rows of corn and paid them for that, but they never came back the next year,” said Pearson.
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Council members chip in for fundraising tourney BY ASHLEY ESPINOZA Staff Reporter
reater Napanee Mayor Gord Schermerhorn and other council members personally paid for the ice time for the Napanee Crunch Cancer Day Hockey Tournament on Sunday. Janet Pringle, president of the Napanee Crunch hockey team, asked council if the town would consider waiving the cost of the ice time to the team for the tournament. The cost of the ice for five hours on
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Sunday was about $830. The tournament was a cancer fundraiser in memory of Andy McGarvey, a pillar in the sports community in Napanee who passed away this year. Pringle said teams are coming from all over to participate in the cancer fundraising tournament and each team is picking their own person to honour. “They are going to be playing that day in honour of someone that they know, who has lost his or her battle with cancer, or is currently battling it,” said Pringle.
Due to the fact that the tournament is a fundraiser, Pringle asked that the municipality cover the cost of the ice, which council was not opposed to doing but was having a hard time determining where the funds would come from. Vicki Hallam, Greater Napanee, manager of safety and compliance, said the Strathcona Paper Centre policy regarding subsidized rentals does not include ice time. This is due to the additional cost associated with the ice, as opposed to hall rentals. “If council wishes to
support this particular event, I would suggest that the appropriate thing council could consider would be strictly a cash grant,” suggested Chief Administrative Officer Ray Callery. However, Schermerhorn cut in and suggested council members pay for the cost themselves. “Here’s what I’ll do for you. I’ll give you $400 of my own money if council will come up with the rest,” he said. That left about $430 for the remaining six members of council to split. Immediately, Ward 1
councillor Mike Schenk and Deputy Mayor Marg Isbester chimed in agreeing to help pay the remainder. The rest of council nodded, agreeing the event is well worth supporting. “My wife has been through cancer so I’ll make a good, healthy donation,” added Schermerhorn. Pringle thanked council and explained how the entire event has been changed from a normal Crunch tournament into a Crunch Cancer Day tournament. “We had a Crunch day
last year but we changed it this year to be in memory of Andy because Andy was the coach of some of the Crunch teams, as well as the Raiders and some other teams. So we wanted to honour him this way,” Pringle said. “We have yellow ribbons going to all the girls that come in and yellow tape to put on their sticks and that sort of thing. We’re sort of making the girls more aware of how cancer affects people and to honour people who have been touched by cancer.”
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Mike Janssens, the co-ordinator for the Napanee Salvation Army Kettle Campaign, was easy to spot in front of Starlet at the Downtown Shopping Party on Friday night. The annual event, which is aimed a raising money and food for the Salvation Army and other local charities as well as boosting local business, attracted several shoppers to the downtown core.
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If you have a non-profit community event or program you would like to promote? Let us promote it in our Community Pulse event listings. Send the details to beaver@bellnet.ca (‘Community Pulse’ in the subject line), fax them to 613-354-2622 or drop them off at the Beaver office. Events must be in by the Monday before our Thursday publication to ensure the event is entered into our system in time. Events are listed chronologically and printed when possible. For more details on the Community Pulse listings, please call 613-3546641 ext. 109. BRIDGE LESSONS Frontenac Mall, offers bridge lessons Tuesdays 11:30 a.m., Fridays 11:30 a.m., and Saturdays 10:30 a.m.. We have duplicated games for all skill levels every day except Sundays. Partnerships arranged. For more information please call 613-507-6565.
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Landfill foes raise concerns over offsite leaks n In early January, the area was still assessing the damage done by an ice storm that swept through the province in December. At one point, 400,000 Ontarians were without power. Many people in Greater Napanee were without power for two days. Power continued to flicker throughout the holidays, while Hydro One crews worked to restore power and hydro poles damaged by the ice. Greater Napanee Fire Services helped to run a warming centre in Napanee for those without power. “As the emergency manager, we also monitored the number of people who were without power. In fact, we opened our warming center up for the weekend, which is at the Strathcona Paper Centre,� said Fire Chief Terry. n A process that, for the most part, has been taking place behind closed doors got a very public airing in early January. Representatives of the Concerned Citizens Committee of Tyendinaga and Environs, the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte and Tyendinaga Township held a press conference at the Napanee Royal Canadian Legion branch to disclose that 1,4 dioxane — a chemical found in leachate that is linked to some cancers — had been discovered in wells south of the property of Waste Management’s now-closed Richmond Landfill site on Beechwood Road west of Napanee. The testing for 1,4 dioxane was done at the request of the CCCTE and its allied group as part of the ongoing Environmental Review Tribunal preliminary hearing process. The CCCTE and its affiliated groups argued that the latest testing
ical condition. A breeder surrendered the three-year-old dog, named Gia, to the OSPCA in mid-December. Nine other bull terriers, also with failing health, were surrendered as well. O’Brien kept two of the 10 dogs in Napanee, while the others were transferred to other OSPCA locations in the eastern district. However, she said she knew Gia needed immediate attention and could not travel.
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A hopeful time of year Of all the words one can use to describe Christmas, the one we like the best is ‘hope.’ And while it’s wrapped in religious tradition, we think it’s something with universal appeal — in other words, regardless of where your particular faith lies, the holiday season is one that has the potential to warm any heart. And, let’s face it, a message of hope couldn’t come at a better time of year. To put it bluntly, late December is otherwise miserable in just about every way imaginable. It’s bleak. The leaves have fallen. It’s dark outside longer than it’s light. It’s cold, and it’s going to keep being cold for the next few months. Yuk. If it weren’t for the holidays — with it’s cheerful, happy songs and bright, colourful lights — our dispositions would undoubtedly be positively Scrooge-like. This time of year is exceedingly difficult for many. The darkness of this time of year brings on something called ‘seasonal affective disorder’; biologically, we’re hard-wired to have the blues right about now. There’s also the stress of Christmas. The term ‘hustle and bustle’ has been used many times to describe these few weeks around Christmas and New Year’s, and for very good reason. While they’re called ‘the holidays’, for many folks, they’re working harder now than at any other point on the calendar. And, those who were already on a tight budget through the balance of the year see additional financial strain around the holiday season — and that can be as stressful as anything. This is also where painful emotions come to the fore. This is when loss is most keenly felt. This is a time when we’re ‘supposed’ to be happy; if we’re not all that happy, well, it tends to compound that unhappiness. In so many ways, the cards are stacked against us. There are plenty of reasons for us to be ‘down’ right now. That’s why were ready to hear a hopeful message. While we already have a holiday dedicated to being thankful, Christmas is also a good time to recognize and acknowledge our blessings. We all have challenges, and this part of the world isn’t perfect; that said, there are much, much worse places on the planet to be these days. And there’s also New Year’s — that annual wiping of the slate, that opportunity to make a clean break with the year that was and seize a chance to be better in the year to come. Of course, that’s just a psychological trick we play on ourselves — we could ‘wipe the slate’ on March 12 or Oct. 3 or June 25 if we wanted to — but if it works on Jan. 1, hey, why question it? They don’t call them New Year’s Resolutions for nothing. Further, Christmas tends to bring out the best in us. This is when we are at our most generous — and we don’t just mean stacking presents underneath the Christmas tree. This is when we’re most apt to lend a helping hand to those less fortunate, and to share the blessings with which we’ve been given. Examples of this generosity in this community are too numerous to mention here, but if you’re a regular reader of our newspaper, you’ve already seen many of them. If anything else, that generosity makes us hopeful. So, it’s our wish that you have a happy holiday season. Most of all, however, we wish you a hopeful holiday season.
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The recent annual toy drive organized by Corduroy Road and the Queen’s Pub managed to collect several toys for the Napanee Salvation Army in time for Christmas. Joan Deagle co-ordinated the event. From left are band members Charlie King, Ron Charles, Queen’s Pub owner John Williams, and band members Tyler King and Gran Gazley. Corduroy Road thanked all those who participated.
‘A Christmas Wish’ Editor’s Note: The following fictional story was written by J.J. O’Neill Catholic School Grade 7 student Marley Bouma. Ah, Christmas time! A time for gingerbread cookies and presents! I imagine that’s what most children think this time of year — but not me. You see, my mother and I live in a women’s homeless shelter. My Mom lost her job a year ago. I never met my Dad. So, I anticipated he wasn’t going to show up anytime soon. I don’t get very many Christmas presents, but I have my Mom, and as long as she’s happy, I’m happy too. Well, at least I try to be happy. I don’t have many friends; there aren’t many kids at the shelter. But I try to make the best of it. A couple of days ago, there was a little girl that moved in. She was about my age, but she is much skinnier and frail than me. She looks as if a gust of wind could blow her away. Her name is Ania. “My name means ‘grace’ in Indian,” she told me. I find her so interesting. She came from another country, just to be
thrown in a homeless shelter. She always has a smile, no matter what. Even I lost my smile after a while. But she brought it out again. Maybe I do have a friend! One day I was reading a novel, War and Peace. Ania came up to me. “Maci?” she said in a quiet voice. “Yeah”, I said. “I overheard my Mom talking to Marathi, nobody volunteered to make us Christmas dinner. That means we aren’t going to have Christmas dinner,” she said wistfully. For the first time since I had met her, the smile left her face. “No, we could maybe. No that wouldn’t work,” I said without thinking. “What is it?”, she asked. “Well, I was wondering if we could find volunteers. But how and where would we find them?” I asked. “Why don’t we ask Mr. Gunderson? You said he was really nice”, she suggested. It’s true, I knew Mr. Gunderson to be quite a giving person.
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Christmas can bring out the best in us Christmas is an amazing time. It’s one of my favourite holidays. It’s the time of year to spend with family and friends; it’s a magical time of year. Christmas is treated as a special season by adults, and children. It gives us a sense of goodwill and optimism. It allows us to savour the things we generally overlook during other times of the year. We are more likely to give to charities during the holiday season, if we may not give throughout the year. With the holidays upon us, traditions and bonding opportunities are abundant on both social and interpersonal levels. Decorating, baking, singing to songs and even shopping are all opportunities for family and friends to enjoy the season together. Making these connections with each other is the core of human existence. When the experiences are positive, bonds form. People’s personalities are the result of various elements and life circumstances. Our basic personality is formed when we are just small. The earliest traditions we are taught to anticipate tend to be those we recall most frequently for the remainder of our
lives. We all can recall the joy of and in the evening when my kids Christmas as a child, the memo- are sound asleep, he travels to ries of the family gathering, deco- report to Santa how the kids have rating the home or holiday bak- behaved. The following morning the kids search the home to see ing. At the base of their purpose, where he is hiding/watching from. He needs to traditions are a be in a clever form of education place, and someabout the past times the trickier which lead to of a hiding place, ensuring the the better. The future survival of a kids are not specific culture. allowed to touch For this reason, the elf or he will people feel comlose all his magical pelled to pass on powers. The kids the traditions that and I have begun they were taught this tradition at in their families. the beginning of Culture and tradithe month. The tions often hold first week or so, special meaning it’s entertaining for the people for me to hide the because such little guy, but after events trigger a few weeks, the memories and a places get more sense of belonging Design Time difficult to hide, or within a certain society. If holidays are celebrated I simply forget to move him in a fun and positive way, they before bed. Seeing the joy as my kids rush down that stairs first tend to be memorable. In my household, we have thing in the morning is too prebegun the tradition of ‘Elf on the cious that I hope to hold on to it Shelf.’ He’s a small elf figure who for as long as I can. The basic messages behind watched the kids during the day,
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the Santa Claus stories of Christmas are the virtuous elements of humanity — goodwill, kindness, caring, compassion and giving. Of course gift-giving has become a part of Christmastime that cannot be ignored. Sometimes the act of gift-giving has become a focal point of the season. The children see the experience of receiving gifts as in the development of a strong sense of worth, acceptance and reaffirmation of love. Every person can make a difference in another’s life, and by being taught to recognize the value of giving, people build a sense of social consciousness. I loved receiving gifts as a child, and still do, but I get more joy in giving others gifts. Seeing the joy on other’s faces, and knowing that I did something to improve their day, gives me a sense of delight. These gifts serve as reminders of the people we love, since they are material symbols of the emotional bonds we have formed. In these trying economic times, many people find themselves short on cash, but that does not mean the season needs to be any less joyful. Singing
Christmas songs, watching classical holiday movies or driving around town and taking in the colourful decorated establishments are all seasonal delights to be enjoyed for free. This past week, I find myself snuggled on the sofa with my three kids watching Christmas films. Something so simple brings such joy and love to both my kids and me. I love Christmastime because it encompasses the best aspects of humanity. The traditions taught to me, and that I teach to my children. Santa Claus is very real, and alive and well, in the hearts of mankind. I’m wishing all my family, friends, clients past and present, a very Merry Christmas and all the best in 2015! Merola Tahamtan is an Interior Stylist in Home & Business Design, Home Staging, Painting, Colour Consultation, Organization and Window Treatments. You can reach her at 613-561-0244 or merolatahamtandesigns@live.ca. Gift Certificates available for Design Consultations- A perfect Gift for that special someone!
Staff picks: Sisterland Erin Markuschewsky from the Napanee Branch of the County of Lennox and Addington Libraries recently enjoyed Sisterland by Curtis Sittenfeld, the author of American Wife and Prep. “Sisterland is an interesting read about dysfunctional family dynamics and twin sisters with a special sense,” Erin explains. “Violet and her identical twin sister Kate have always had the ability to predict upcoming Coles’ events and uncover people’s secrets. One sister, Violet, embraces her psychic ability and tries to make the best of it. The other sister Kate does everything in her power to ignore her senses and act as though she were just an average mother and wife. “The story starts in the pres-
ent day as two adult sisters living very different lives and trails back into the past when the women were much closer and were only just learning how to deal with their ‘powers’. Kate tries her best to ignore what is going on with her sister until Violet has a major prediction and decides she must tell the world about it in the form of national television.” Erin adds, “I enjoyed this novel because it Notes detailed various interesting family relationships with the added twist of a psychic ability. I would suggest it to anyone who also likes books by authors such as Sarah Addison Allen, Anna Quindlen, or Joanna Trollope.” Sisterland by Curtis Sittenfeld is available in print, e-book and
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MP3 audiobook format at the County of Lennox and Addington Libraries.
Catherine Coles is the manager of library services for Lennox and Addington County.
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STORY FROM PAGE 6 “Sure, nothing else could go wrong!” I said with an open mind. Ania and I walked down the chipped sidewalk, down the once dark, dirty and grungy alleyway that was now covered in a blanket of white fluffy snow. It was really cold. My Mom could not afford snow pants or a hat but I did have mittens, boots that kept my feet warm and a jacket. The jacket was worn out. There were holes in the left side pocket and it wasn’t the warmest, but it would have to do. Most of my winter wear was donated by people who didn’t want it anymore. Ania had a hat with mittens, a jacket and boots. When we made it to Mr.
Gunderson’s bakery, you could smell the freshly baked bread and pies. I walked in first as Ania followed. “Hello Mr. Gunderson,” I said quietly. Mr. Gunderson was standing behind the counter with all the baked goods laid out to be bought. “Oh, well hello Maci,” he said. Mr. Gunderson was a big man. He was always so caring. “Mr. Gunderson sir, I need your help,” I said. “Well of course, tell me about it over a piece of freshly baked Humble Bumble Apple Pie,” he said, as he showed us to the back room with a long table. Ania and I sat down at the table as we watched Mr. Gunderson cut the apple pie and put it on small plates.
He set down the small plates with the apple pie slices on them, in front of us. I took the first bite of my pie; it tasted like a symphony of crisp apple and cinnamon. I hadn’t even noticed that Mr. Gunderson had started talking to me again. “Now, tell me about your problem,” he said. “Well, unfortunately nobody volunteered to cook and serve us Christmas dinner at the shelter,” I said. “That’s very sad.” Mr. Gunderson said. “Yes, it really is. Mr. Gunderson sir, could you cook us Christmas dinner. Ania and I will serve it to everyone,” I said. “Please,” Ania added. “I don’t see why not. I have enough. I’ll be happy to”, he said with a smile
even bigger than Ania’s. “Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!” I said as I jumped up and hugged Mr. Gunderson. Afterwards Ania and I decided we wanted it to be a Christmas surprise! It was hard not telling anyone about the surprise. Especially, because everyone was really upset that there wasn’t going to be a Christmas dinner. Or so they thought. Somehow Ania and I got through the week without telling anyone. Before we knew it, it was Christmas day. When Ania and I woke up, there was nobody else there. “Where is everyone Maci?” she asked me. “I don’t know” I said, confused. We walked out to the center part of the shelter. There was a smell of
bacon and sausage. “Do you smell that?” I asked. “Yes. It smells good,” she said. “I think it’s coming from the kitchen,” I replied to her. We followed the halls to the kitchen. Mr. Gunderson, my Mom, Ania’s Mom and everyone else from the shelter was there. “Surprise!” everyone shouted. Ania looked at me and I looked back at her. We looked around. There were pancakes, bacon, sausage, waffles. I glanced over at the corner. There was a Christmas tree with large presents and small presents everywhere under it. “What’s going on?” Ania questioned smiling. “Mr. Gunderson donated the money for presents
COMMUNITY PULSE JANUARY 20 HASTINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETY ‘An Evening with Sir John A. and The Missus’ - Celebrate the bicentennial of Sir John A’s birth in January 2015 when re-enactors Brian and Renée Porter from Brockville present an in-costume, multi-media portrayal of our most famous politician and his wife. Planned as a birthday party, complete with cake, this event also celebrates the society’s move to new meeting facilities which include free parking and level access from the rear of the building. This free presentation takes place at 7:30 p.m. at our new location, Maranatha facility, 100 College St. West, Belleville. Bring a friend. For more information go to www.hastingshistory.ca. JANUARY 21 LINE DANCING At the Tamworth Legion, from 7-8:30 p.m. and the food for Christmas,” Ania’s Mom said. My Mom gave me a hug and she whispered in my ear, “thank you.” “Let’s eat!” I said. We dug into the best brunch I have ever had. After brunch we opened presents. I got a new purple jacket the made me look like a marshmallow and Ania got one in pink. I got a new hat. It was so fluffy and warm. After presents we played games and it felt like Christmas again. I walked up to Mr. Gunderson who was helping prepare the turkey. “Mr. Gunderson, sir?” I asked. “Yes?”, he said. “Merry Christmas, Mr. Gunderson and thank you,” I said.
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A trip through the pages of The Napanee Beaver 50 Years Ago December 23, 1964 n Investigators were still probing a fire that destroyed a factory in Deseronto a few weeks earlier. The total dollar loss with the razing of the three-story Baywood Manufacturing Company was estimated to be about $35,000. Inspector Del Hope of the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office was conducting the investigation. Although both Hope and local fire officials had pored over the remains of the building, they were all still at a loss as to where the fire started, or how it started. n While politicians can always be expected to defend their positions, the defense generally requires words, not something physical. However, local MP A. Douglas Alkenbrack apparently found himself in a more hands-on disagreement with one of his political opponents. According to a report in the Beaver, a scuffle broke out just outside the House of Commons after a particularly heated debate over the new Canadian flag. During the scuffle, one of the proponents of the new flag “took a swing” at Alkenbrack, with the blow “glancing off his shoulder.” Alkenbrack then returned with a blow of his own, the report stated, “hitting the target in the face.”
35 Years Ago December 26, 1979 n The Northern and Central Gas Corporation announced that local natural gas customers would see their rates increase by five per cent. The announcement didn’t sit well with some, including Napanee Town Councillor Cummings Daverne, who suggested that council lodge a protest of the rate hike. A majority of his fellow councillors, however, determined that council’s intervention in the issue would have little or no effect on the company’s rate-hike decision. More than half of the residents of Napanee at the time relied on natural gas for their energy needs. n Lennox and Addington County was among 10 municipalities across the region that would benefit from a new $50 million program introduced by the provincial and federal governments. The agreement was signed by Ontario Treasurer Frank Miller and federal Agriculture Minister John Wise. No details were available as to just how much the county would stand to benefit from the program. The program was designed to help stabilize, diversify and expand the economy of the eastern Ontario region.
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The Napanee Valley Cruisers classic car club has been busy over the past few weeks distributing donations to local charities. Above, the club makes a $1,000 donation to the Lennox and Addington County General Hospital Foundation. From left are club vice-president Kevin Parks, club president Steve Lowry, club member Mary Dillenbeck, club member Tammy Horwood, club vice-president Fred Knight and Foundation Chair Robert Paul. At right, Lowry presents a $500 check to Mae Wood, the director and organizer of the Newburgh Community Christmas Concert. The money — part of the more than $14,000 raised over the two shows last weekend — was used to purchase Christmas toys for underprivileged children around the region.
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Hydro issues come to the fore n In early February, the Ontario Power Authority held a regional community meeting at the Strathcona Paper Centre to gain public input on the new large renewable procurement program. The plan was to gain public feedback, which would be compiled and provided to the minister before further projects would be proposed. It was not determined whether Greater Napanee would be chosen as a location for future renewable energy proposals, but the meeting, and others across Ontario, were meant to determine the best possible locations across the province. n Also in early February, Ontario ombudsman André Marin agreed to investigate Hydro One’s new billing practices and Hydro One authorities promised to fix billing problems. Marin received hundreds of complaints regarding the new billing system introduced last May. He sent a letter to the president and CEO of Hydro One asking for transparency and better billing practices. MPP Randy Hillier wrote Marin to express his gratitude in hearing
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that Hydro One billing issues would be investigated. n An extreme winter resulted in a propane shortage throughout Eastern Ontario. In early February, MPP Randy Hillier wrote a letter to Energy Minister Bob Chiarelli to express his extreme displeasure with the Ministry’s handling of the situation. In the letter he asked the minister to provide the public with more transparency on the issue and to continuously provide updates on the shortage. “I am extremely disappointed that your ministry has not adequately responded to this crisis. At a minimum you could be providing the public with frequent updates on any progress the industry is making to resolve the current problems. We have people, some of whom have had no propane for three weeks, and frankly their plight doesn’t appear to concern you very much at all. For that I believe you owe the public both an apology and an explanation. To make matters worse, those who are able to get a bit of propane have seen the price as much as double,” Hillier’s letter read.
n A number of Napanee District Secondary School students were suspended in mid-February after inappropriate digital images were shared online. “It is the (Limestone District School) Board’s understanding that these images were not taken at the school, however, due to the serious nature of the allegations, and a subsequent school investigation, multiple suspensions have been issued,” a press release distributed by Karen Smith, communications officer for the LDSB, stated. Fewer than 15 students were suspended. n In late February, Greater Napanee council moved to endorse the County of Lennox and Addington council’s resolution to petition the Minister of Energy to improve electricity rates. The motion stated: “To improve industrial electricity rate mitigation programs for eastern Ontario manufacturers as a critical measurer to sustain jobs and support economic productivity.” Council discussed how not just residential, but also commercial electricity rates have affected the community negatively.
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Thursday, December 25, 2014 DECEMBER 24 CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE St. Alban’s UEL Church, Adolphustown at 7 p.m. Please join with us to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Family communion. At 10419 Loyalist Parkway, (Hwy. 33). DECEMBER 25 CHRISTMAS DINNER MorningStar Mission annual Christmas dinner. Christmas party will be held upstairs starting at 11 a.m. This is a very special day and we invite all who would like to join in our fellowship time together. Christmas meal will be served at noon to all. Please call us at 613354-6335 if you are a shutin and we will have our volunteers deliver your Christmas meal to you. DECEMBER 26 ANNUAL BOXING DAY TOURNAMENT The Kinsmen Club of Napanee is hosting the Annual Boxing Day Tournament, Sponsored by Shoeless Joe’s, at the Strathcona Paper Centre. Games start at 8 a.m. with the last game starting at 7 p.m. For further information and to obtain entry forms, call Ryan Moore at (613)3549554 or (613)217-4278. ANNUAL BOXING DAY DANCE The Kinsmen Club of Napanee is hosting the Annual Boxing Day Dance at the
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The Napanee Legion is having a New Years Eve party with entertainment by Cowboy’s Don’t Cry, buffet and prizes. Cost is $25 per person and advance tickets only available at the bar with a limited number. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and dance is from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. All welcome but get your tickets early. NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION At the Deseronto Legion, family tradition from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Cost is $15 per person. Door prizes, all welcome. NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE From 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., doors open at 8 p.m., sponsored by the Odessa Agricultural Society. At the
palace on the Odessa Fairgrounds. Music by Sarah Leigh (Shiloh). Refreshments, bus home. Tickets $35 each. Available at PopIn and Savages Home Hardware. Call Marg Henshaw at 613-386-3453. NEW YEARS EVE DANCE Hosted by the Enterprise Firefighters, country and western theme. From 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Bring your party to our party! $15 per person, $25 per couple. At Community Hall in Enterprise. Tickets available at the door. NEW YEARS EVE DANCE At the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Cost is $25 per person. Cold buffet, door prizes, bus ride home. For tickets,
MORNING STAR MISSION ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DINNER
Christmas Party will be held December 25th (upstairs starting at 11). This is a very special day and we invite all who would like to join in our fellowship time together. Christmas Meal will be served at Noon to all. Please call us at 613-354-6335 if you are a shut-in and we will have our volunteers deliver your Christmas Meal to you.
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DESERONTO UNITED CHURCH
112 Fourth St., Deseronto Corner of Thomas & Fourth AA Meeting Fridays at 8pm Please join us for special music by Roy Brant on Dec. 21st at 9am
GRACE UNITED CHURCH
150 Robert St., Napanee Corner of Bridge Street West, & Robert St. Please join us for our “Tapestry of Light” Cantata on Dec. 21st at 10:30am Cable 10 Broadcast: Fridays at 8pm and Sundays at 12:30pm Please join our caring family congregations in Sunday Worship. Sunday School is available at both churches.
DESERONTO PENTECOSTAL CHURCH
469 Dundas Street, Deseronto, Ontario 613-396-3841 Pastor: Rev. Howard Dudgeon Assistant Pastor Dan Rooney 10am - Sunday School Morning Worship at 10:45am Evening Service at 6:30pm Tuesday 5:30pm-Kid’s Program “Faith Weaver Friends” Wednesday 7pm - Bible Study Thursday 7pm - Junior Youth Night Everyone welcome Affiliated with PAOC
51 Palace Road Pastors: Rev. Ivan and Anne Langdon Sunday Worship - 10:30am and 7pm Children’s Program - 10:30am Wednesday: Ladies Bible study/prayer 10:30am Men’s Bible study/prayer 10:30am Bible study/prayer 7pm “In essentials: unity, In non-essentials: liberty, In all things: charity (love).” Phone: 354-1924, 354-5637 Everyone welcome
EAST CAMDEN PASTORAL CHARGE
613-377-6406 www.mosriv.com ‘Like us on Facebook’ ekellogg@persona.ca The United Church of Canada Rev. Elaine Kellogg RIVERSIDE UNITED CHURCH 2 Mill St, Yarker, ON 9:30am Worship Service & Sunday School MOSCOW UNITED CHURCH 25 Huffman Rd, Moscow, ON Worship Service 7pm - Social to follow Kids Club, ages 5-12, Sat. 10am-11am Everyone is always welcome
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER 155 St. George St., Deseronto Minister: Rev. James Gordon 396-3119 or 396-2347 9:00am - Church Service & Sunday School December 24th 9:00pm Christmas Eve Service
Go to tamworth.ca and select Events/TECDC Concert series for details or call 613-379-2808. JANUARY 12 GENERAL MEETING At the Tamworth Legion, starting at 7:30 p.m. JANUARY 14 LINE DANCING At the Tamworth Legion, from 7-8:30 p.m. JANUARY 19 BATH GARDENING CLUB The Bath Gardening Club and Horticultural Society will meet in St. John’s Hall, Bath at 2 p.m. Darryl and Laura Silver from Silverbrook Farms are our guest speakers. Visitors always welcome. Further details at www.bathgardeningclub.com.
JANUARY 20 HASTINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETY ‘An Evening with Sir John A. and The Missus’ - Celebrate the bicentennial of Sir John A’s birth in January 2015 when re-enactors Brian and Renée Porter from Brockville present an in-costume, multi-media portrayal of our most famous politician and his wife. Planned as a birthday party, complete with cake, this event also celebrates the society’s move to new meeting facilities which include free parking and level access from the rear of the building. This free public presentation takes place at 7:30 p.m. at our new location, Maranatha facility, 100 College St. West, Belleville. Bring a friend. For info go to www.hastingshistory.ca.
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L&A SOS DINERS Call 354-6668 to reserve your meal, transportation.
n L&A SOS 55-Plus Activity Centre will be closed from Dec. 22 through Jan. 2, 2015. There will be no scheduled programs for fitness, arts and crafts or social activities during this two week Christmas break. Our full slate of programming will commence the week of Jan. 5, 2016. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a healthy and safe New Year!
SUNDAY DEC. 28 , 2014 NAPANEE STANDARD WESLEYAN CHURCH
call Brenda at 613-372-2410 or e-mail regandbrenda@hotmail.com. JANUARY 7 LINE DANCING At the Tamworth Legion, from 7-8:30 p.m. JANUARY 8 ZUMBA GOLD At the Tamworth Legion, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. JANUARY 9 BINGO At the Tamworth Legion, starting at 7:30 p.m. $500 Jackpot. JANUARY 10 CONCERT Trent Severn, the multiple award winning Canadian folk trio appears in concert at the Tamworth Legion on January 10 starting at 8 p.m. Admission $30. Three great voices, a fiddle, an acoustic bass and a guitar.
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TEMPLE OF PRAYER AND PRAISE
261 West St., 354-5910 (near Prince Charles School) Pastor Rev. Stephen Lush Sun. Morning - 10:30am Worship Service SonShine Corner Ages 4-9 Wednesday 7pm Bible Study & Prayer Welcome! Come and Worship with us. Visit us online at: www.templeofprayerandpraise.org
474 Belleville Road 613-354-1083 or 613-354-6934 Pastor: Tom Breeden Come join us in Worship Sundays 10:30am & 6:00pm Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study 7:00pm Everyone Welcome
BATH-MORVEN PASTORAL CHARGE
Minister: Rev. Christine Sloan Charge Office: (613) 352-5375 Email: bath.morvenuc.office@bellnet.ca MORVEN UNITED CHURCH Service: 9am Sunday School and Nursery BATH UNITED CHURCH Service: 10:30am Sunday School and Nursery Fellowship with refreshments after services. Everyone is welcome.
ST. MARY MAGDALENE ANGLICAN CHURCH
n L&A SOS/55Plus Activity Centre RECREATION FUN— L&A SOS and the 55Plus Activity Centre are offering Fitness Classes: Cardio, Stregth, Stability Ball, Toning, Stretching, Pilates, Yoga and Zumba Gold programs are offered Monday thru Firday – all levels welcome! Social Programs: Euchre and singing for fun; Bridge Refresher for those who want to challenge themselves. Arts & Crafts Programs: Knitting, Quilting and Painting (both Beginners & Intermediate, as well as a dropin) are offered. Educational: a new session of Creative Writing will begin Nov. 4. Wednesday afternoons we are hosting a seminar series with topics ranging from Health and Wellness, to Financial and Protecting of self and identity. Offsite Programs: Tai Chi is offered at Trinity United Church, Wednesday mornings with Beginners at 9:30 a.m. and Intermediate at 10:30 a.m. You must be a member of the SOS to attend. For information call 613-354-6668 ext 110.
ENTERPRISE-ROBLIN UNITED CHURCH PASTORAL CHARGE
137 Robinson St., Napanee K7R 2S3 Rev. Anne MacDermaid 389-5548 613-354-3141 December 24th - Candlelight Service Priest: Rev. Richard Hetke 4:30pm - Roblin Church Rev. Brother D.B. Smith 6:30pm - Enterprise Church SUNDAY SERVICES December 28th - No services at Enter8:00am Holy Communion prise and Roblin 10:30am Holy Communion Everyone Welcome Children’s Ministry Programs TRINITY UNITED TUESDAY 6:30-8pm: CHURCH Youth Program “The Heard” 25 Bridge St. E. WEDNESDAY 10am Holy Communion 613-354-3858 Sun. Dec. 21st 7pm Christmas Eve Service at 7pm Lessons and Carols Come and celebrate the Advent and “Christmas Eve” Dec. 24th 4pm ChilChristmas Season with us! dren’s Service Join us for an informal Christmas 7pm and 11pm - Service Sunday gathering at 10:30am Christmas Day Dec. 25th 10am Everyone is invited Visit us at and always welcome. www.stmarymagdalenenapanee.ca May God Richly Bless you WESTDALE PARK during this Joyous Season. www.napaneetrinity.ca FREE METHODIST CHURCH (across from the hospital) NEWBURGH-CENTREVILLE Pastor Derek Spink PASTORAL CHARGE 7 Richmond Park Drive, 613-378-2511 Napanee The United Church of Canada 613-354-2669 Minister: Rev. Barbara Mahood www.westdaleparkfmc.ca Wed. Dec. 24th: email: info@westdaleparkfmc.ca Christmas Eve Family Services SUNDAY 10:00am - Worship Service 6pm at Centreville 11:15 - Coffee/snacks and small groups
NAPANEE BAPTIST CHURCH “A Place to Belong” 291 Dundas St. W. 613-354-4563 Pastor John Stewart Sunday Morning at 10:30am Family Worship Service Sunday Evening Service 7pm Chair Lift Available “Where the Bible comes to Life!”
ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH
179 West Street, Napanee Rev. Mark Chochrek, Pastor Phone: 613-354-5354 Website: www.stpatsnapanee.com Saturday 5:15pm - Mass Sunday 9:00am - Mass; 10:30am - Mass
7:30pm at Newburgh Sunday, December 28th 11am - Worship Service at Newburgh (No service at Centreville)
Everyone is Welcome!
ROBLIN WESLEYAN CHURCH Pastors: Bert McCutcheon, Dustin Crozier, Paul DeMerchant SUNDAY SERVICES 8:45am - Worship Service 10:15am - Sunday School 11am - Worship Service MOMENTUM - Youth - Thursday 7pm OTHER MINISTRIES: Men’s, Women’s & 50+ Small Group Studies
For more information 613-388-2518 www.roblinwesleyan.com roblinw@gmail.com Find us on Facebook!
COMMUNITY CHURCH OF GOD 4735 German Rd., Petworth Pastor: Rev. Ruth Ann Paul Phone: 613-358-2824 Morning Worship - 11am Everyone is always welcome at all our Services
SELBY - EMPEY HILL PASTORAL CHARGE
The United Church of Canada Minister: Michael Putnam Charge Office: 613-388-2375 Worship for all ages: Selby: No service on December 28th Worship with Empey Hill Empey Hill: 10am - Joint Worship Service Guest Speaker: Rev. Frank Hamper
EVANGEL TEMPLE
(Affiliated with PAOC) 320 Bridge St. W., Napanee Pastor: Rev. Jim Somerville Sunday - 10:30am and 6:00pm Sunday School (ages 3-12) Wed. 6:00pm: BG Club - Ages 3-11 Thurs. 7:00pm: Jr. High (Grades 6 and 7) Sr. High (Ages 13-18), Small Groups 50+ Men’s & Women’s Ministry For more information, call the Church at 613-354-4281 www.evangelnapanee.com
THE SALVATION ARMY 82 Richard St., Napanee Office 354-4735 Major Craig and Patsy Rowe SUNDAY - 10:30am Morning Worship WEDNESDAY - 12 noon Bible study 1st Wed. - 12 noon Ministry to Women Wed. - 4:30pm Friends Club Ages 5-11 3rd Thurs. - 12:30pm 55+ Everyone welcome.
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Armed rampage in Tamworth shocks community n In early March, the village of Tamworth was left stunned after a gun rampage resulted in two men dead as well as a man and a woman sent to the hospital with injuries. Seventy-year-old Charles (McLeod) Thomas, of Erinsville, was found dead at his home. Morton Lewis, 59, committed suicide shortly after tearing through the village, viciously attacking one
woman and shooting and injuring a local firefighter. In the days following the attack, the village came together in a series of different events and initiatives to rebuild the community’s shaken morale. n Demanding an inquiry into unsolved missing and murdered First Nations women cases across Canada, about 80 Tyendinaga Mohawk protestors set up
road blocks on Shannonville Road between Hinchey Road and Airport Parkway in early March. Under heavy surveillance from the OPP and Tyendinaga Police Service, activists set up a teepee in the middle of the road. A second blockade was also set up on Shannonville Road on the north side of Hwy. 2. Citing public safety the OPP also closed a section of Wyman Road
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ing services and option are available to the municipality. Real Term Energy, LAS, and Cree Canada partnered to provide energy efficiency options for municipalities across the country. n Three people were sent to hospital and several others were temporarily displaced after a fire in one of the units at the Dundas Heights apartment building on Napanee’s west end in late March. Of the three taken by Lennox and Addington paramedics to the L&A County General Hospital, one suffered from burn injuries, while two others suffered from smoke inhalation. The apartment building is owned by L&A County and administered by Prince Edward-L&A Social Services. n In the ultra competitive sports world, where team-toplayer loyalty can be virtually nonexistent, Andy McGarvey was an exception to the rule. That was made abundantly clear in late-March when Napanee was forced to bid farewell to the community pillar, who passed away at the age of 51 after a long battle with cancer. Whether it was through his work as a hockey or softball coach or as owner of A.M. Sports, McGarvey influenced countless local athletes and members of the community.
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Wet spring causes regional flooding concerns n In early April, it was announced that taxes would be increasing by 2.3 per cent in Lennox and Addington County for county services. That meant that for the average property assessment — about $221,000 — an additional $22 in property taxes in 2014 compared to 2013. The county’s overall budget was projected to be $65.3 million, $22.9 million of which was to be collected from local property taxes. “County council and staff worked hard to develop a budget which addressed the need to maintain a high level of services and to invest in infrastructure, while being sensitive to the impact on county taxpayers,” said Warden Gord Schermerhorn in an official statement issued by the county following the budget’s passage. “I believe we’ve been able to achieve a reasonable balance and (I) am particularly pleased that we are dedicating most of this year’s tax increase to improving our roads and bridges.” n Also in early April, Greater Napanee council moved to create an ad hoc
committee in hopes of moving forward with an indoor aquatics centre. A five-step recommendation was presented by staff and reviewed by council. If followed, the steps would result in a pool for Greater Napanee, if funding could be secured. “The recommendation is fairly clear, the five next stages in the feasibility study. I’ve indicated to council that we’re looking at no less than a year to bring all that information together and this evening we’re looking for council’s support on the recommendation,” Dave Morgan, the then Greater Napanee general manager of Infrastructure services, had said to council. n In mid-April, Quinte Conservation issued a flood warning, as the Napanee and Salmon Rivers’ water levels rose quickly due to heavy rains and quick snowmelts. “Water levels in the Napanee and Salmon Rivers are cresting and will continue to go up over the next couple of days,” said Quinte Conservation Water Resources Manager Bryon Keene at the time. About a week later,
there was more flooding in Napanee and in Tamworth. The Napanee River’s water level flow was nearly three times its typical flow rate in cubic metres per second. The conservation authority announced that the Napanee River’s water levels were approaching levels not seen since 1976. n Greater Napanee invested more than $100,000 to provide free Wi-Fi and surveillance cameras downtown, including along the river and splash pad at Rotary Park. “This is to encourage tourists and local business to enjoy our downtown core,” said Rob Wade, Greater Napanee Manager of Information Technology. Chief Administrative Officer Ray Callery said the municipality had been discussing the project for three years and set aside funds in 2013 for the project. n In late April, Greater Napanee council moved to commemorate Sir John A. Macdonald by having the downtown Napanee market square named after him. Macdonald, Canada’s
first Prime Minister, delivered his final political speech at Napanee’s town hall, on Feb. 25, 1891, before becoming ill and never recovering. The town hall and market square are being revamped over the next few years, so Greater Napanee council said this is the best time to rename the square. “I think it’s great we’re renaming it after him,”
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Impasse at Queen’s Park sparks provincial vote n In early May, the South East Local Health Integration Network and Pathways to Independence announced the launch of a request for tender for a six-bed supportive housing residence in Napanee for individuals with acquired brain injuries. According to a press release issued jointly by the South East LHIN and Pathways to Independence, construction on the bungalow was expected to begin last summer. The bungalow will be the first of two, creating a total of 12 spots. The announcement
came after years of lobbying by Napanee-area residents. n Following months of debate, Greater Napanee council approved reducing the speed limit on Gerow Road in early May. After going back and forth on whether to reduce the speed, council changed a policy to reduce the speed limit from 80 kilometres per hour to 60km/h. “The traffic count that was done, the average speed on the road was about 40km/hr, there was
one max speed of 69km/hr, but the reduction of speed will also control ATV speed as well. Anything that is posted at 60km/hr, ATV speed would be reduced from 40km/hr down to 20km/hr,” said Peter Dafoe, acting General Manager of Infrastructure Services for Greater Napanee, at a council meeting. Ed Alexander, a resident on Gerow Road, first came to council in early October 2013 with a petition signed by 25 residents seeking to reduce the speed from 80km/hr to 40km/hr.
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n In mid-May, despite having passed a bylaw allowing for alternative voting — including Internet voting — in the upcoming municipal election, Stone Mills council had yet to approve a policy and procedures regulation that establishes how such an election would be run. At that time, if council did not approve those measures, the township could hold a traditional
paper ballot election. It was not clear what kind of election would take place in the township on Oct. 27. While council had paved the way for alternative voting along with a paper ballot option for those residents who wished to vote in the traditional method, there was no consensus on how that hybrid voting system would take place. Questions such as how many traditional polling stations would be set up, and how much the election will cost, had yet to be resolved. That resolution came by the end of the month. Stone Mills council adopted a recommendation from new Chief Administrative Officer Bryan Brooks that would provide for the establishment of Internet-based ‘e-voting’ along with a traditional paper ballot option. It was decided that three polling stations would be set up on voting day: one in Camden East, one in Centreville and one in Tamworth. The cost of the election was estimated to be higher than the previous paper-ballot elections, at a projected $39,000. A thirdparty e-voting contractor had yet been selected. n In mid-May, it was announced that Greater Napanee ratepayers would pay more in property taxes in 2014. Council passed a tax rate bylaw, which on average will mean a $70.44 increase for urban properties and a $47.84 increase for rural properties. Those figures did not include any increases relating to the Lennox and
Addington County budget. Council approved a $4,972,937 capital budget and an $18,312,228 operating budget. The operating budget was up $599,386 from 2013. The budget excluded amounts for amortization expenses, post-employment benefits and solid waste landfill closure and postclosure expenses. For 2014, that means $4.3 million in amortization expenses as it relates to the town’s tangible capital assets, as well as $99,764 for solid waste landfill closure and post-closure. n Decreased attendance at this year’s Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre baby shower fundraiser left the centre in dire financial straits. Soggy weather conditions seemed to deter many visitors from coming out to the event earlier this month, leaving the centre with less than half of what it typically raises from the open house event. That’s left the Napanee animal rehabilitation centre with just $55,000 of the $120,000 they need to do the groundwork for a new animal hospital. They appealed to the public to help combat the problem as they face the potential of becoming no longer sustainable. “We usually pull in about nearly $20,000 (from the baby shower), I think we reached about $10,000 this year, there’s a bit of a shortfall there,” said Sue Meech, founder and president of SPWC.
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Raiders ravage short-handed Storm 12-0 Napanee’s offense clicking
BY ADAM PRUDHOMME Staff Reporter
’was the Friday before Christmas and all through the Deseronto Rec Centre not a single Storm player was scoring against Napanee Raider goalie Tomo Mikuljan. Meanwhile on offense it was the 12 Goals of Christmas for the Raiders as they cruised to the 12-0 victory. Austin Boulard bookended the game with the first goal just a minute and a half into the game as well as the 12th goal at the 17:01 mark of the third, completing a hat trick in the process. Cullen Hinds also potted three goals while Aidan Girduckis, Michael Parr, Brodie Butt, Brandon Nadeau, Zach Knapp-Hermer and Keenan Murray all received the early Christ-
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mas gift of padded stats with a goal. Jordan Cannons and Josh Murphy each earned three assists, as 14 different Raiders found the scoresheet in one way or another. The three goal outburst allowed Boulard to move into the league’s fifth spot in both goals (14) and points (34). His 20 assists are fourth most in the league. Jeremiah Doherty of the Campbellford Rebels leads the way with 27 goals while Brian Bunnett of the Picton Pirates leads the league with 41 points. Mikuljan was tested just 19 times on the night, rolling to his Empire B League leading third shutout of the season. He’s now 6-5-1 on the year with a league leading 2.65 GAA. Teammate Cameron Parr is right behind him with a 2.88 GAA. The Storm dressed just eight skaters and one goalie for the game. Aaron Young, who looked so sharp in his season debut against the Raiders on Dec. 2, was subjected to 93 shots and allowed all 12 goals.
With the win the Raiders head into the Christmas break on a three game winning streak, having scored 25 goals over that span. They remain tied for second with the Campbellford Rebels, but do have a game in hand over them. Napanee is 1610-1 on the year while the Rebels are 16-11-1. Both teams have 33 points and continue to chase Port Hope, who is now 20-5-1 with 41 points. Napanee will close out 2014 with a home game against the Storm on Dec. 30. Puck drop is 7:30 p.m. at the Strathcona Paper Centre. After the Christmas break the Raiders have just 13 games left in the regular season. As for the Storm, their free fall continues as they are now just 1-26, stuck in a 21 game losing streak. They were scheduled to face the Port Hope Panthers on Saturday but the league agreed to postpone the game as the Storm bench would have been even shorter for that game. No make update has been
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Kelsey saluted by Hockey Canada Local volunteer earns Hero of Play Award
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urray Kelsey has put in countless hours both on the ice and behind the scenes for Napanee District Minor Hockey over the past three decades, filling just about every role imaginable. His efforts will were officially recognized Friday afternoon when he was presented with the Canadian Tire Hero of Play Award. The presentation was held in conjunction with Hockey Canada’s 100th Anniversary Century Tour, which was housed in a 64-foot tractor trailer parked outside the Strathcona Paper Centre. Along with the award, he was also presented with a Team Canada jersey and jacket. A piece of Jonathan Toews sweater, which he wore during his 2010 Olympic gold medal run, was been sewn into the jacket. A video of Toews expressing his gratitude for all volunteers across Canada was played during the presentation. First joining the NDMH board in 1983, Kelsey has held several posts that include secretary, jersey director, tour-
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Jakub Vrana (No. 13) of the Czech Republic battles Finland’s Mikke Levo for the puck behind Finland’s net during Friday’s World Junior pre-competition game at the Strathcona Paper Centre. The two teams used the Napanee arena as their home base last week as they trained for the 2015 IIHF World Juniors.
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Napanee mayor Gord Schermerhorn (left) and Napanee’s Canadian Tire owner Tom Zywot present Murray Kelsey (centre) with the Canadian Tire Hero of Play Award. nament assistant, ice scheduler, timer keeper manager and anything else that goes along with organized hockey. He also serves as volunteer communications officer for the organization, putting together the Napanee Stars minor hockey reports that appear each week in the Napanee Beaver. “When you’re at it over a period of time you end up
doing all the little things that need to be done,” said Kelsey. “Certainly it’s an honour to be recognized by the Napanee Minor Hockey association.” Kelsey’s love of Canada’s game dates back to the ‘50s when he would lace up his skates and play pond hockey in Sharbot Lake. As he grew he moved from player to executive.
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Austin Boulard is a forward with the Napanee Raiders. He had quite the game on Friday, scoring three goals in a 12-0 victory. With five goals in his last three games he has now moved into the Empire B League’s top five in scoring. He will be counted on as a big part of the offense as the Raiders look to clinch a playoff spot in 2015.
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n Saturday the Major Atom Stars visited Oshawa, and opened the scoring with Reid Lambert beating the goalie. The hosts evened the score in the second, but the Stars took the lead when Zach Slaven potted his first of two. Braden Bannon added an insurance marker to take a 4-1 lead. The Majors shut down the Generals’ offense in the third to bring home two points. Assisting were Jakob Dacosta with a pair, Lambert and Logan Lalande with one each. Sunday the Stars took on Clarington, and within the first minute the hosts took the lead when Slaven found the back of the net. Minutes later, Lalande scored on a wrap around while shorthanded. The Stars continued their dominance when Slaven scored his second of the game to take a 3-0 lead. Midway through the second Lambert scored. The visitors tried to stop the bleeding by scoring two to cut the lead in half but in the third the Stars’ Quinton Pierce and Payton Clarke found the back of the net to win 6-2. Assisting on the goals was Lalande (three), Lambert (two), Ethan Martin, Ben
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Sutcliffe and Brody Beaubien providing the offense for the home towners. Unfortunately, Cobourg iced it in the third to win 32. n The Chambers Paving atom AE squad played some fierce hockey over the weekend, welcoming Pickering, and then visiting Peterborough. With a short bench of only nine skaters and a goalie, the team played some of their best hockey of the season focusing on passing and team play. Nathaniel Cinnamon stood tall in net making timely saves. Even the added pressure of having the IIHF Czech junior players spectating did not seem to phase the boys. Saturday the Panthers won 2-1. Dawson Wales assisted by Jake Vanberkel and Bailey Cook-Martin scored for the Stars. Sunday Peterborough won 3-0 but the Stars had them worried right to the end. n The Napanee Chiropractic.com Minor Peewees were home to Quinte West last Saturday, and came out on the wrong end of a 5-1 score. Caden Holmes scored for the home side, assisted by Connor Brooks to take an early lead, before the Hawks took over with five unanswered tallies. Sunday, they outscored Whitby White 4-3 as a fine close to 2014. n Three out of a possible four points were the Napanee Minor Bantam Stars’ Christmas gift to themselves in Lakeshore League play this weekend. After settling for a 3-3 tie against the Quinte West Hawks at the Strathcona Paper Centre on Saturday, the Stars shocked the Whitby White Wildcats 3-1 on the road Sunday. Goaltender Murry Craig stood tall for the Stars in both games. The Stars played a strong game against the Hawks on Saturday, eras-
ing a one-goal first-period deficit before staking a two-goal lead of their own in the third. Some breakdowns in the last two minutes, however, allowed the Hawks to salvage a tie. Nate Brant, Corbin Gibson and Kaden Fredenburgh all scored for Napanee. Adam Burger had a pair of assists, while Justin Jones, Keegan Makpah, Nick Kennelly and Kolten Montpetit all collected helpers. Despite missing a number of players on Sunday, the Stars upset one of the league’s powerhouses in Whitby. Fredenburgh and Burger both scored, with Jones securing the win with an empty net goal. Jones also picked up an assist. The Stars now enjoy a long Christmas break before returning the action on Jan. 10. n The Firelight Major Bantams faced their arch rivals, Whitby Blue, with both teams on winning streaks. It was their fifth meeting with the guests having the advantage, but this night, the Stars shone in a 5-4 win to maintain their grasp on second spot. Brendan Hagerman netted three, and Alex Brady and Steven Shea each scored singles. Eric Joyner, Ryan McLay, Shea, and Nelson Powers (two) all earned assists. Sunday in Oshawa they won their eighth straight by a score of 4-1. Spencer Chatterton, Powers, Brady, and Shea lead the offense with a goal each, while Hagerman, Kyle Weese, and McLay notched assists. Their hosts bested them in the penalty department, however, with 28 minutes in the sin bin. n The Midgets were home to the first place Quinte West Hawks, a team they had tied 3-3 recently. This time, the locals fell 8-2. Nathan Murphy and Jacob Murphy accounted for all of the Stars’ scoring in this game.
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“Early on when my son Derek was in novice or atom it was clear then that they needed volunteers,” said Kelsey. “Then I stepped in and went on the executive. The executive was 16 people but they didn’t have 16. I started out going to the rink on Monday nights to run the midget house league or whatever it was and eventually became secretary and did whatever needed to be done whether it was washing jerseys or booking a time keeper.” Though he’s honoured to accept the award, Kelsey is quick to give credit to the many other volunteers who help make minor hockey in Napanee possible. Having been involved with minor hockey for this long, he’s
seen first hand what happens when centres don't have a solid foundation of volunteers. It’s usually the youngest players who suffer the consequences as they often lose programs aimed at introducing five and six years to the game. “There’s always a shortage of minor hockey volunteers, there’s never enough of them,” said Kelsey. “Now that I’m retired I’ve got a little more time than a lot of the volunteers that have jobs so it’s a little easier for me to contribute my time.” Kelsey became one of 100 volunteers across Canada that was formally recognized by Hockey Canada and Canadian Tire. The truck is currently on a tour of 100 hockey centres as they celebrate their 100th anniversary.
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Thursday, December 25, 2014
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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING RATES AND INFORMATION 15 words or less - $5.99 — 12¢ each additional word. 4 weeks — $19.99 FOUND, No charge BIRTHS, MEMORIAMS, CARDS OF THANKS - $9.50 for 50 words or less. 15¢ each additional word. DEATHS AND OBITUARIES - $21.00
24” SEARS snowblower, electric start; 12” snowblower, both work good; truck box. Call 613-396-1962. ASH FIREwOOD for sale. Call after 6pm, 613-354-2370. DRy FIREwOOD, $150 a truck load. Call after 6pm, 613-379-9955. TREADMILL, EXCELLENT condition, $250; truck visor, $100; 2 ATV tires, new, 25x8x12, $170. Call 613-378-2248. yARDwORkS 30”, new, 10 hp, electric start motor and Toro 8 hp snowblowers. Call 613-354-2570.
AppLIANCES FOR SALE
NEW and USED
APPLIANCES USED REFRIGERATORS
Stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, dishwashers, 3 mos. old & up. Sold with written guarantees. Fridge's $100. & up.
NEW APPLIANCES
At the lowest prices in the area. Trade-ins accepted on new appliances. Big selection to choose from.
PAYS CASH$$$
For good used appliances in working order or not but no junk please. VISA & MASTERCARD accepted. We have our own financing also. Shop at our competitors & then come see for yourself quality at low prices. Open evenings 7 days a week. We Deliver.
SMITTY’S APPLIANCES LTD. 969-0287 FARM
2007 KUBOTA L39 BACKHOE
4wd (1350 hrs) Single owner, stored inside, very good condition $29,500. Call Brad 613-373-2227
HAy AND straw for sale, small squares. Call 613-386-3186. HOARD’S LIvESTOCk auction every Tuesday. For marketing and trucking information, call Murray Jackson, 613-354-6713. wOODLOT OwNERS. We buy standing timber logs, hardwood and soft, firewood and pulp. Free evaluation and dollar estimate, over 30 years of proven service in the area. Call collect, 613-358-2370.
COMMERCIAL
2015 DAILy planners are in, as well the office has a variety of office supplies including table paper. You can place an order with us for wedding invitations and accessories, business cards and address labels. If what you require is not in stock, we will be glad to order the item for you. The Napanee Beaver, 613354-6641, ext. 101.
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pETS
DOggIE DO’S Grooming by professional groomer Kiley Hanna, toy to large breed, dogs only. 613-354-9171. k9 wILL at Pet Panache, Napanee’s premier pet training centre, puppy to advance training, custom-made classes to meet your pet’s needs, flexible schedules 7 days a week, 21 Dundas Street East. 613-354-9171. LUv-A-k9 DOg School for all your training! Obedience, Agility, Rally, CGN, Show, we do it all! Gorgeous training room, matted, heated, air, only the best for our clients! Classes 7 days a week. 613-3892895. www.luv-a-k9.com
OUR C L A S S I F I E D D E PA R T M E N T I S OPEN TO SERVE YOU
COMMERCIAL SpACE available for lease, 91 Dundas Street East, Unit B, Napanee, $900 plus property tax, plus HST, plus electric, includes water, 1,085 sq ft. 613-388-2953. NApANEE COMMERCIAL storefront, prime location, Dundas Street, back entrance, handicap accessible, bathroom, showroom window, efficient utilities, $700 plus H.S.T., plus utilities, lease negotiable. Call or text 613-539-4847. RETAIL SpACE available for lease September 1st, 20 Dundas Street East, Napanee, $1,000 plus property tax, plus HST, plus utilities per month, fully renovated including new furnace and hot water tank, approximately 1,200 sq ft. 613388-2953.
LUXURIOUS NEw home to share with country gentleman, private room, $500 monthly, first and last required. 613-379-1021. NApANEE, 1 bedroom apartment, downtown area, private entrance, large porch, spiral staircase to second floor bedroom, unique layout, suitable for one or two people, non-smoking, no pets, $800 inclusive, application required. Call or text 613-539-4847. NApANEE, SpACIOUS 1 bedroom apartment attached to single family home, quiet, private central location, senior preferred, no smoking, $750 monthly, all inclusive. 613-572-0836 or roberts@kingston.net RENOvATED MAIN floor, 2 bedrooms on main level, open concept, updated kitchen, living room, no carpets, jacuzzi in updated bathroom, private fenced-in back yard, 1 parking space, suited for 12 people, $800 plus, under $100 for gas and electric heat, available January 1st. 613-331-1417. TwO BEDROOM apartment, central air, eat-in dining room, parking, private balcony, laundry facilities, centrally located. Call 613-3527805 to view. TwO BEDROOM apartment, downtown Napanee, laundry and superintendent on site, laminated floors, $750 monthly plus hydro, available immediately. Call Joe, 613-354-8185. TwO BEDROOM bungalow, centrally located, Napanee, non-smokers, no pets, $1,300 inclusive, available January 1st. 613-354-4739. TwO BEDROOM upstairs apartment, partially heated, $750, central, 2 blocks from downtown Npanee. 613-354-9965.
72 Dundas Street East, Napanee 1,200 sq. ft. office which includes
wANTED TO buy, 2 bedroom bungalow in the Town of Napanee, in the New Year. Call Ken at 613-379-2499.
CARS AND TRUCkS
CARS AND trucks wanted for scrap or recycling, auto parts also sold. Call 613-929-7572.
COMMERCIAL FOR RENT
AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL SPACES
3 rooms, 2 washrooms and partial kitchen. $650. MONTHLY Also 665 sq ft $550. MONTHLY BOTH UNITS: Includes heat, utilities and air conditioning. Located on second floor with private entrance from centre hall foyer. Good location on the main street across from Tim Hortons. To view, call the Business Manager,
613-354-6641, Ext. 105
The Napanee Beaver FOR RENT
207 DUNDAS ST WEST NAPANEE Quiet adult security building Two bedrooms Eat-in kitchen Laundry room Fridge/stove included
613-354-9444 613-354-9188
DESERONTO, TwO bedroom duplex, quiet street, large deck and backyard, new carpeting, excellent condition, no smoking, pets, references required, $875 plus utilities. Call or text 613-539-4847. HEAT AND hydro included, 3 bedroom country home with waterfront privileges, currently being renovated, $1,150, located between Deseronto and Napanee. 613-396-1962. IF yOU are a quiet, non-smoker with no pets, this spacious one bedroom apartment is for you, downtown Napanee, above retail store, suitable for single person, parking off site, first and last rent required and references, $830 all inclusive, comes with stove and fridge. 613352-5162 or 613-876-1677. LARgE 1 bedroom apartment with loft bedroom, walking distance to downtown Napanee, $700 plus hydro, first/last and references. 613-530-7409.
REAL ESTATE wANTED wANTED
MINT AND used postage stamps, covers, post cards, coins and paper money. Call Bob, 613-967-2118.
EMpLOyMENT wANTED
ASpHALT SERvICES, driveway cuts, asphalt removal, grading and driveway widening. Call 613561-9320. COMpUTER REpAIRS Mac, PCs, Linux, Pro Gamers - Fast service Reasonable rates, Napanee. Call 613-985-7500. FREE pICkUp, scrap metal, televisions, e-waste, computers, printers, stereos, fridges, stoves, etc. Randy, 343-363-2704, Napanee.
HELp wANTED
LOOkINg FOR career minded person, willing to speak to small groups or do one-on-one presentations locally, part-time/full-time, car and internet necessary. Diana, 1-866-306-5858.
SpECIAL NOTICES
FEEL yOU have a drinking problem? Help is available. Call Alcoholics Anonymous. Napanee, 613-354-9974, 613-354-4890; Deseronto, 613-396-2543.
napaneekarate.org BRIAN LOWRY kicks@kos.net
COMINg EvENTS
FIREARMS AND Hunter Education course, Harrowsmith, Firearms Course, January 23rd, 24th; Hunter Education, January 30th, 31st. Wild Turkey licence examinations. Call Bill for course details, 613-335-2786.
LOST
MACBETH HAS been missing since October 24, 2014, last seen in area of former Clasol Farm on Highway 2 West. He’s a 3 year old short haired black cat with small tuft of white hair on chest. If you see him, please call Diana Lessard at 613-354-5021.
MEMORIAMS
BAkER - Remembering a dear wife and mother, “Julie Baker”, who always made Christmas such a wonderful time of year. Every day without you Since you had to go, Is like summer without sunshine And winter without snow, I wish that I could talk to you, There’s so much I would say, Life has changed so very much Since you went away, I miss the bond between us And I miss your kind support, You’re in my mind and in my heart And every Christmas thought, I’ll always feel you close to me And though you’re far from sight, I’ll search for you among the stars That shine on Christmas night. Love forever, Chuck, Angie and Tim. HINCHEy - In loving memory of a very dear father and grandfather, Wilfred, who passed away December 31, 1991. We have to mourn the loss of one, We did our best to save Beloved on earth, regretted still, Remembered in the grave, ‘Twas hard to part with one so dear, We little thought the time was near, Farewell, dear father, your life is past, Our love for you till the end will last. Forever loved and never forgotten by son Jerry, daughter-in-law Beverly and grandsons, Adam (Amy) and Justin (Josee). HINCHEy - In loving memory of a wonderful dad and grandfather, Wilfred, who passed away December 31, 1991. “DAD” is such a special word, A word that brings to mind, A big warm smile, a helping hand, A way of being kind, Devotion to the family, A word of patience too, “Dad” is such a special word, Because it stood for “You”. Forever missed and loved by Penny, Vern and Benjamin. HINCHEy - In loving memory of Wilfred, my husband, who passed away on December 31. 1991. Beyond my smiles, there lies tears, For a husband I lost and loved so dear, Silent thoughts of our times together, Hold memories that will last forever. Always loved and missed by Pauline, his wife. ROSE - Shirley Barbara Time speeds on, ten more years are gone, Since death its gloomy shadow cast Upon our home, where all was bright And took from us a shining light, We miss that light and ever will, Her vacant place no one can fill, Here we mourn, but not in vain, For in Heaven we will meet again. Always lovingly remembered by your husband Murray, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In Memory of
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MEMORIAM
DEATH
BUSH, Earle
CHUCK McCUTCHEON December 18, 2012
The thought of carrying on in life without you is more than we can bear. When we close our eyes we feel your presence near, this brings us comfort in knowing Daddy is still here, and even though the powers that be will not allow us to see you or hear your voice, we will come together, we will rejoice.
Love you forever Daddy, your girls, Jade and Maddy
OFFICIAL NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS
Re: The Estate of Robert John Poll (Paul), deceased, formerly of Napanee, Ontario. Creditors and others having claims against the above estate are hereby notified that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor, c/o Doris Law Office Professional Corporation at 257 King Street West, P.O. Box 2019, Prescott, ON K0E 1T0 on or before January 2, 2015, after which date the Executors will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executors then have notice. Executor: Garry Purcell. Solicitor: Mitchell A. Leitman, Doris Law Office Professional Corporation.
Following a brief illness, Earle passed away peacefully in his sleep at the Lennox and Addington County General Hospital on Friday, December 19, 2014, at age 85. Beloved husband of 65 years to his childhood sweetheart Shirley (nee Mott) and dear father of Susan Burnell-Jones (Freddie) of Ottawa; Allan (Patricia) of Whitby and Thomas (Jayne) of Guelph. Loving grandfather of Alison, Amy and Andrew Burnell-Jones, Joanne Lavoie (Stephen), Jennifer Bush and Emma-Jayne Bush and greatgrandfather of Thomas and Isaac Lavoie and Damian Burnell-Jones. Survived by his sisters, Jennie Ellis of Napanee; Margaret McMillan of Bolton; Kathleen Olesen of Belleville and Sylvia Cain of Tweed and predeceased by his brothers, Rennseller, Frank, Donald and Buddy and sisters, Florence Carter and Patricia Scrutton. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews and their families. The family expresses their heartfelt thanks to all of the staff of the medical unit at the Lennox and Addington Hospital. The family received friends at the Wartman Funeral Home "Napanee Chapel" on Sunday, December 21st from 1pm-4 pm and on Monday, December 22nd from 10am11am. Funeral Service followed in the Chapel at 11am. Cremation to follow. Spring Interment at Riverside Cemetery. Donations by cheque to the Lennox and Addington Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences at www.wartmanfuneralhomes.com Two locations to serve you.
448 Camden Rd. at Newburgh Rd., Napanee, K7R 1G1 - 613-354-3722
980 Collins Bay Rd. at Taylor-Kidd Blvd., Kingston, K7M 5H2 - 613-634-3722
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2014! Here’s your opportunity to show off those little ones (just a little). We will be publishing our Annual Showcase of Babies on Thursday, January 22, 2015. Just bring in, or email your baby’s colour picture, along with the information below on or before January 15, 2015! DON’T MISS OUT!
AT 9:30 A.M. WINTER BLUES ANTIQUE AUCTION DOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE DIRECTIONS: From Hwy. 401 take Hwy. 37 north 2 kms. to Casey Road. Turn east & follow 6 kms. to 1146 Casey Road. A special feature of this sale will be a Manley McDonald painting (Selling at 12 noon). Antique mother’s helper cupboard, antique painted preserve cupboard, antique painted hoosier in as found condition, 5 ft. harvest table, 2 antique sideboards painted in as found condition, several refinished antique pieces including a round drop leaf table, hall table & sofa table, 2 hall tables, press back chairs, antique dresser/ beveled glass mirror, fold down secretary, painted antique drop leaf table, 2 washstands, cedar chest, wicker fernery, old trunks, antique oak dining table, library table, wooden rocker, a large number of antique smalls including but not limited to antique “Eatonia” wooden wagon, steel wheel wagon, wooden sled, qty. of old tins, 2 cistern pumps, qty. of old enamel ware , old ink wells, Beswick race horse & jockey #1037, 2 Satsuma candleholders, 5 Shelley “Dainty Blue” cups & saucers, brass key to the city of Kingston, Royal Doulton “Repose” HN 2272 & “Rebecca”, “Dresden Spray” pattern teapot, cream & sugar & 2 egg cups, Thomas Kinkade Noah’s ark with accessories, a number of old tin toys including a “Cities Service” tow truck, small “Buddy L” fire truck, old tin cars & trucks, MF 44 tractor, old WW 1 & 2 post cards in album, “Stream Line” toy train set in original box, old kitchen utensils, cornflower crystal, Bunnykins plate, mug & bank, Westmoreland hand painted milk glass candleholders, 6 divided depression dinner plates, large cranberry pitcher, Triolene enamel sign & oil bottle, cast iron pots, coal oil lamps, 2 Tiffany style table lamps, a collection of old hockey & baseball cards featuring such greats as Bobby Hull, Tim Horton, Hank Aaron, Jean Beliveau & many more, jello coins, carnival glass bride’s basket, several antique biscuit jars, handmade quilts, qty. of old wooden boxes & crates, apple ladder, farm tools, table top radios, old framed prints, Roseville, depression glass & numerous other interesting antique finds. See my web site for detailed list & photos. AUCTIONEERS: DOUG JARRELL & BEN TREVERTON 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com
to be held at South Fredericksburg Hall From 401 take exit 579 south on Hwy 41 through south through 7 sets of lights and then approximately 11 km on County Rd 8 - hall is on the right. Watch for Signs. FEATURING: Gibbard Anniversary Solid Walnut Tea Wagon, 2 sets of lamp tables & a set of Chippendale 3 drawer commode tables; drop front desk; washstand; Winnower coffee table; double sided library table; dragon fly stain glass lamp & others; small wringer washer; several jugs & crocks (blue & named); Ruth Brooks water colour & 2 other paintings by Thorn Morrow and Thomas Kinkade; quantity of china & glass; chest of silver; Royal Doultons & Lladros; Metal & enamel signs, Coke, McColl Frontenac; Railway sign; old calendars; 15" x 6" Metal 7 up thermometer; military badges; swords; etc.; wooden decoys; silk screen & embossed milk bottles - Moons, Old Orchard, Fosters, Milligan, Holmes, Herrington, etc.; Honey pails, tobacco & peanut butter tins; police peddle car; pony & cart; John Deere cast iron seat; horse bells; wooden carvings; Trombone with case owned by Don Holmes, Napanee; Flute in case; Guitar; old fishing tackle box & tackle; old hand sleighs; 2 Aladdin lamps & others; Post Cards (some Picton); On behalf of our family & staff, we wish you a very Merry Christmas, thank you for your support during 2014 and we hope you have a Happy Healthy 2015. NO BUYERS PREMIUM - Very Partial Listing VIEWING SALE DAY ONLY - 8 a.m. Terms: Cash, Interac, Visa, MasterCard only. Canteen Available NEIL LAMBERT, AUCTIONEER Napanee 613-354-3406 e-mail Sally1@KOS.net For full listing and pictures go to: www.lambertauctions.ca
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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27TH
7th ANNUAL NEW YEARS DAY AUCTION SALE JANUARY 1ST, 2015 9:30 A.M. Sharp - Viewing from 8 A.M.
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COMMUNITY FARM CALENDAR
Thursday, December 25, 2014
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Jan. 8 - Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture Monthly Director Meeting, 7:30-10pm, OPP Office Boardroom, County Rd. 1, (Schoharie Road), Picton. All Welcome! Contact Patti Stacey at 613-476-3842 or email princeedwardfarmers@gmail.com Jan. 15 &22 - Environmental Farm Plan (EFP), Roblin, 10am – 3pm - Producers are invited to attend free EFP (Fourth Edition) Workshops to learn more about: Best management practices. Develop an action plan for their farm. Learn about cost-share funding opportunities. For more information and to register visit www.ontariosoilcrop.org Feb 12 - Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture Monthly Director Meeting, 7:30-10pm, OPP Office Boardroom, County Rd. 1, (Schoharie Road), Picton. All Welcome! Contact Patti Stacey at 613-476-3842 or email princeedwardfarmers@gmail.com Mar. 4 & 11 - Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) - Belleville, 10am – 3pm. Producers are invited to attend free EFP (Fourth Edition) Workshops to learn more about: Best management practices. Develop an action plan for their farm. Learn about cost-share funding opportunities. For more information and to register visit www.ontariosoilcrop.org Mar. 18 & 25 - Growing Your Farm Profits – Workshop, Napanee, 10am – 3pm. Start the business planning process by attending this Free two-day interactive workshop. You will: Assess business management practices. Determine priorities and key goals. Learn about cost-share funding opportunities.For more information and to register visit www.ontariosoilcrop.org
NAPANEE COUNTRY DEPOT
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Business Hours - Monday to Friday 8:00 to 5:00 Saturday 8:00 to Noon WE ACCEPT - Visa, Debit, Mastercard
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Thursday, December 25, 2014
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WATER SYSTEMS
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1-877-544-3335 613-544-3335
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CONSTRUCTION
EXHAUST - ALIGNMENTS •MAJOR & MINOR REPAIRS •BRAKES - TUNE-UPS SAFETY INSPECTIONS •AIR CONDITIONING
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SNOW PLOWING
HOME & COTTAGE MONITORING FOR STORM DAMAGE & BREAK-INS
• SNOW PLOWING • SAND & SALT • SIDEWALK CLEARING • FALL CLEANUPS
Dale 613-484-9615
FREE ESTIMATES
Silver Construction
CONSTRUCTION
Licensed & insured Specializing in home renovations kitchens, bathrooms, floors, decks. New Construction homes, garages, etc. plus home inspections Call Earl
613-396-2666
FULLY INSURED SEPTIC SERVICE
SUTCLIFFE SEPTIC SERVICE (Septic Tank Pumping Service)
37 Johnson Sideroad Napanee, K7R 3L1
613-354-6983 Ken Sutcliffe, Owner
SNOWPLOWING
DO YOU SNOWPLOW?
Antonio Almeida
Office: 613-354-4780 Cell: 613-561-5154
• Seamless Eavestroughing • Sofit • Facia • Leaf Guard • Snow Guard • Siding
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Place your ad today! Call The Napanee Beaver 613-354-6641 AIR CONDITIONING
Murray Drywall True Comfort Installation at its best
HEATING AND COOLING
• Tape and Texture at your request • Hand trowled ceilings
613-354-0025
Call Rick Murray 388-1067 Napanee
731A County Rd. #9 RR3 Napanee K7R 3K8 37 Years Experience Guaranteed Workmanship
Over 30 years experience
1-800-901-6407
ACCOUNTING & TAX SERVICES
BOTTOM LINE ACCOUNTING AND TAX SERVICES Heather Shetler, BComm, (Queens) 10 - 2 Dairy Avenue Tel: 613.308.9404 PO Box 161 Fax: 613.308.9401 Napanee, ON K7R 3M3 heatherbla@cogeco.net PLUMBING
LAWN CARE
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Lawn Care Professionals & LCP Landscaping
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613-354-2418 613-561-5483 mjdavis@davisplumbing.ca
Serving Kingston, Napanee and surrounding area Lic. #P169 Tim & Mary Jane Davis
613-388-2588 Toll free 1-877-844-0936
LCP@Landscaping.ca
HEATING & COOLING
SALES & SERVICE
INSTALLATION
McCann Heating & Cooling Owner/Operator Jerry McCann
Steve Switzer
Indoor/Outdoor Renovations We do it all.... Ceramic Tile Kitchens & Baths Outdoor Masonry Sidewalks & Curbs Fences & Decks & More!
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GARAGE DOORS
WILCON
GARAGE DOORS Residential & Commercial Sales • Service Installation
Repairs to all makes of doors and garage door openers
Locally Owned & Operated Serving Greater Napanee & Area for 30 Years
613-354-2400 Cell 613-532-2422
Tel 613-354-5512 Cell 613-572-5071
4003 County Rd. 9 Napanee, Ontario K7R 3K8
TREE SERVICE
Pringle’s Tree Service
CARPENTRY
Fully Insured Trimming & Tree Removal Free Estimates Dry Hardwood For Sale CECIL & MARY ANN PRINGLE NAPANEE
613-354-3640 613-539-3885
RON MOORE Repairs & Renovations
354-5613
For all your new buildings or renovation projects
30 Years Experience Licenced Carpenter free estimates
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22. Winter time in Colorado 23. Platform 25. Gambling town 26. Vietnamese offensive 27. Fermentation sediment 29. Load anew 31. Bile 33. A wooded valley 34. Soap opera 36. Cervus nippon 38. Belong to he 39. Women (French)
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41. Olive, motor and mineral 43. Norse goddess of death 44. Military award 46. Annexes 48. One who adorns book pages 52. Affirmative 53. Fricative 54. Coal blacks 56. Faculty of sight 57. Leans 58. Low, sideless cart 59. Locomotion limbs CLUES DOWN
1. Close to 2. Lactic 3. Burn residue 4. Offer for sale 5. Verb formation (abbr.) 6. __ Romeo 7. Lost weight 8. Soundest mind 9. Sound repetition 10. Sew up the eyelids of falcons 11. Allays sorrow 12. Repose 14. Mirish 15. Devised a new phrase 18. One who feels regret
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ARIES (Mar 21/Apr 20) Aries, you feel amazing this week. Your enthusiasm can be quite contagious, and many friends may come calling in the hopes that your good vibes rub off. TAURUS (Apr 21/May 21) You may have difficulty solving a difficult problem at work this week, Taurus. Take a methodical approach, and the solution will come to you before you know it. GEMINI (May 22/Jun 21) Things may not have been going your way, Gemini, but there is still no reason for disappointment. You will find a way to bounce back from these setbacks in a few days. CANCER (Jun 22/Jul 22) Cancer, your presence alone is enough to impress people this week. Focus all of your energy on positive things, and you will accomplish quite a bit before the week is over. LEO (Jul 23/Aug 23) Leo, now is a good time to assess your health goals and make a few plans for the new year. It's within reason to change your diet or start a new exercise regimen. VIRGO (Aug 24/Sept 22) Incredible efficiency this week has you zipping through your to-do list, Virgo. Enjoy some relaxation time once you have completed all your projects.
LIBRA (Sept 23/Oct 23) Work and family issues are on your mind, Libra. Find ways to balance work and family as best as you possibly can. Don't be hard on yourself if you cannot manage everything. SCORPIO (Oct 24/Nov 22) Scorpio, this week is a great time to complete projects that have been on your plate for quite some time. All you really need to do is set your mind on them. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23/Dec 21) Sagittarius, you may feel rushed by external pressures, but it's really up to you to set your own pace. If you keep a calm head, things will fall in place and you can complete your tasks. CAPRICORN (Dec 22/Jan 20) This week some people close to you need a little space. Honor their requests and show them some respect, Capricorn. Your relationships will weather the time apart. AQUARIUS (Jan 21/Feb 18) Aquarius, things are bound to move quickly once you put a plan in motion. Get all of your ducks in a row to make a smooth transition. You may have to do some homework. PISCES (Feb 19/Mar 20) You can probably have fun in any situation this week, Pisces. Your youthful exuberance will keep you busy and laughing.
20. War encirclements 24. Burn the surface 26. "The Jazz Singer" 28. Process of achieving #7 down 30. Miscellaneous collection 32. Express sorrow
34. More foolish 35. Queen of Sparta 37. Associating by treaty 38. Served 40. Satisfy 42. Frozen rains 43. Snake sound
45. High arc tennis shots 47. Cheek 49. Murre genus 50. Multiple 51. List of names called 55. No (Scot.)
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The Czech Republic’s national under-20 hockey team pose for a picture at the Lennox and Addington County Courthouse on Sunday.
Cyclist killed in collision west of Deseronto Beaver Staff
The Tyendinaga Police Service says it won’t be laying charges in connection with a fatality on Highway 49 on Friday. Marc Massia, a 39-yearold resident of the Tyendi-
naga Mohawk Territory, was killed after he was struck by a minivan while riding a bicycle on Hwy. 49 between Lower Slash Road and York Road at around 6:45 a.m. Both the minivan and the cyclist were north-
bound at the time of the accident. The road was closed for a few hours in order to allow the Tyendinaga Police Service, with the assistance of OPP Technical Traffic Collision officers, to investigate the accident.
On Sunday, members of the Czech team made their way downtown to do some sightseeing in Napanee. It represented a short break from the business of hockey — and it’s the tournament that takes top priority, said Trnka. “They’re not here on vacation, it’s as simple as that. They’re here for one reason: to get prepared for a tournament, and they know it. We have practices here (at the SPC), some off-ice training here. You’re here for a tournament, you’re not here to enjoy beautiful Napanee,” he said. “It’s really nice,” said Lehkonen of Napanee. “People are really nice here. The (Hampton Inn) is really close, and there’s Tim Hortons. There’s no Tim Hortons in Finland, and our guys are loving it there,” he said. Lehkonen also said that when he and his teammates aren’t on the ice or training, they’re dueling it out against each other with video games. “We have a PlayStation, and we have a huge tournament going on. That’s the one thing that we’re always
doing.” The two teams’ stay represented an early Christmas present for the community’s economy. According to L&A economic development officer Rob Plumley, the exhibition game attracted hockey fans from outside the immediate area; meanwhile both the Finns and the Czech relied on local goods and services, from accommodations to catering to even some last-minute uniform tweaks. “It worked out quite well,” said Plumley. He also said that, like previous major sporting events such as the national junior curling tournament, the Ontario Tankard and the national women’s U18 hockey tournament, the teams’ stay here and exhibition game provided both L&A County and Greater Napanee with invaluable exposure. “I think that will make sports tourism organizing bodies take notice,” he said. He said a good working relationship between L&A County and Greater Napanee and the municipal recreation staff made organizing the game and facilitating the teams’ pre-tournament
training camps that much easier. As for the tournament ahead, both Trnka and Lehkonen say they’re confident about their chances. “If you’re going to go to a tournament like this, you have to be confident,” said Trnka. “I think after (the pretournament games) we will know better what we need to improve, as a team, and I think these two exhibition games are going to be good for us,” said Lehkonen. The Finns ended the pre-tournament portion with a 3-2 shootout win over Russia in Oshawa on Sunday. The Czechs played an exhibition game against Slovakia in Peterborough on Dec. 23, the results of which were not known at presstime. The Finns open against the United States on Boxing Day at Montreal’s Bell Centre at 3 p.m. The Czechs face off against Sweden in their opener at 5 p.m. the same day at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto. Canada opens their tournament in Montreal at 8 p.m. on Boxing Day; they play the Finns at 8 p.m. on Dec. 29.
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613-354-6641 • County of L&A Museum, Napanee • The Picton Gazette 613-476-3201 • Roblin Gas Bar, Roblin Published In Canada • Heritage Point Antiques & Gifts, Bath • Novel Idea, Kingston • Chit Chat Cafe, Napanee • Marlene’s Mayhew Jewellers, Napanee • Wilton Cheese Factory, Odessa • Bergeron Estate Winery & Cider Co., Adolphustown • The Old Conway General Store, 8682 Loyalist Pkwy
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t probably comes as no surprise that more traffic fatalities due to drunk driving occur at the New Year than any other time, but of course, you should never drink and drive. With your safety in mind, these community sponsors urge you to review these important tips for hosting or attending a safe celebration!
A New Year is coming bringing much celebration, With good friends and good times and freeflowing libation -So party on hearty, but leave driving alone, Because we want to see you get safely home!
“Key” Strategies For A Safe New Year’s Celebration:
• Plan an alcohol-free celebration – Host a fondue or “make your own” ice cream sundae party as a fresh alternative. Add some fun party games to keep guests entertained without drinking! • Check your keys with the host – This is an effective strategy for giving the host some control over inebriated guests. • Keep the number of a taxi company handy – A good tip for both party guests and hosts alike. • Offer to drive a guest home – Start the New Year off right by performing a good deed and help keep drunk drivers off the road. • Appoint a designated driver – Use the buddy system and you can return the favor next time. • Provide lots of snacks to party guests – Drinking on an empty-stomach rapidly increases alcohol’s debilitating effects. • Post transportation info on party invites – Include information for public transportation, car pools and taxi company phone numbers. • Don’t let a friend drive drunk – Take the car keys away or use one of the strategies above to see your friends safely home.
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