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IN BRIEF Teens charged with break and enter with intent Two 17-year-old males were charged after a security alarm led police to St. John Catholic High School on Saturday. It appeared the teens had gained entry to the school through the roof, a press release from Perth Police stated. After police found the pair inside, they were charged with break and enter with intent, and were released to their parents. They are scheduled to appear in court in May.
Break and enter on Drummond Street An engagement ring and a wedding ring were stolen along with other jewely after a break and enter took place on Drummond Street West, according to a press release. Perth Police were notified of the theft at 10: 38 a.m. on April 6. Police are calling upon the individual or individuals who took the rings to return them to their owner, as they have significant sentimental value. Police ask anyone with any information to call 613-267-3131.
Power failure affects 6,700 customers An 11-minute power failure left almost 8,000 Hydro One customers without electricity on April 11. A representative from Hydro One said the outage, which took place from 8:56 to 9:07 p.m., was the result of an equipment failure at the transformer station in Smiths Falls.
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BY GEOFF DAVIES geoff.davies@perthcourier.com Police responded to Perth and District Collegiate Institute at about 10 a.m. on April 5 after reports that a homemade explosive device was detonated in the school. Police reported a 17-year-old male student was taken into custody and charged with two criminal code offences: possessing an offensive volatile substance, and committing a common nuisance by detonating an explosive device. Sgt. Richard Crowe said police believe the device was what’s known as a “water bottle bomb.� Made by mixing water and a chemical agent typically found in hand-warmers and military ration kits, the device creates a small nonincendiary explosion when the internal pressure builds and the plastic bottle pops, said Crowe. While such devices sometimes appear in backyard pranks, Crowe said it’s important for people to know they do not belong in a school setting. Not only could the loud bang create confusion and concern, but the explosion could prove harmful to anyone who is in close proximity, or who inhales the chemicals, he said. According to a letter to parents from PDCI administrators, the incident took place in an empty stairwell, leading them to believe mischief – rather than the targeting of persons or property – was the student’s intent. No injuries or damages occurred, police said. The student suspected of setting off the device Elizabeth Kuiper is all smiles after winning the final Black Tie Bingo game – “Happy has been suspended and will appear in youth court Wife, Happy Life� worth over $3,000 – at the GWM Hospital Foundation’s Black Tie on May 4 to face charges, police said. Bingo held last Saturday evening. She is shown with GWM Hospital Foundation executive The matter is currently under police investidirector and Black Tie Bingo co-chairperson, Margot Hallam. Gord Cowie photo gation.
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Truck bypass project may soon get rolling BY GEOFF DAVIES geoff.davies@perthcourier.com Perth could see the first signs of a highway bypass within the next four years if Mayor John Fenik has his way. The mayor is rallying new support for the old idea, and the recently-passed budget allots $500 to the job. At the April 12 committee-of-thewhole meeting, councillors were expected to revisit a document first presented two weeks earlier by chief administrative officer Tim Simpson, entitled “Town Council’s Vision, 2011-2014 term.� The document is the product of a January brainstorming session with town councillors and staff.
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At that time Fenik said he’d like it to be a “living document,� serving as a guide for the council’s four-year term. It’s a 70-page outline of priorities and goals prepared by Simpson for council’s approval, and it identifies an alternate route for trucks as a goal. “The bypass remains very important for me,� Fenik said in an April 8 interview. “I would like to see the shovel in the ground by the end of council’s term.� If he gets council’s blessing, Fenik said he’d like to proceed by seeking funding for the project from other levels of government, in hopes of adding to the $500 pot. The inclusion of even that
relatively small sum in the budget should help with fundraising, because it sends a message to the county and other governments that Perth is serious about moving ahead with the bypass, Fenik told councillors at the March 22 visioning presentation. Though it’s certainly a longterm project, Fenik said he’d like to get the ball rolling by getting the support of the public and the county, getting an environmental assessment done, laying out timelines for the project, and seeking funding from the provincial government and other sources. Fenik said he got the support he sought from councillors at the March 22 meeting, and expects to see the green light reaffirmed in
coming weeks. At that time he said the project could involve the town taking on as much as $7 million in debt. But it would be money wellspent, he said in a later interview, especially with the proposed beautification of Wilson Street currently being proposed. Keeping trucks out of the downtown area would protect the town’s roads and infrastructure, make the streets safer to walk and drive, and give improve the area’s appeal to visitors, he said. Coun. Beth Peterkin has also voiced her support to council, saying it could also be viewed as an environmental initiative, as a bypass would mean people walking Perth’s streets wouldn’t have to breathe truck fumes.
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Lucie Paquette, the Lanark grandmother charged with first degree murder following the death of her common-law husband, Gerry Madaire, appeared in Perth bail court on Monday. Paquette, 47, was charged after OPP were called to the couple’s home on Nov. 15, shocking neighbours who described the couple as best friends who still acted like newlyweds. The judge will pass a decision on the bail hearing on Thursday after at 2 p.m. in Perth. There is a publication ban in French student Marie-Estelle Colin gets a helping of bean salad from former Lieutenant-Governor of The Perth Blue Wings honour place that prevents reporting any Ontario James Bartleman during the 10th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser, as Jackie Seaton looks on. Over the past 10 years, Empty Bowls has raised more than $110,000. Andrew Snook photo players at year-end banquet. B2 details from the hearing.
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Solar farm proposal worries residents BY KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com Some residents living near proposed solar farm projects outside of Smiths Falls say the project’s public meeting held on April 5 was not a meeting at all. “This was supposed to be a public meeting,” said Armstrong Road resident Malcolm Melvin. “This is divide and conquer.” Neighbour Iris Doran agrees. “It was misleading to anyone who attended,” she said. “The letters they sent out said it was going to be a meeting.” Doran, Melvin and others said they were disappointed by the format of a public meeting with Recurrent Energy, the San Francisco-based company looking to install two solar projects outside of Smiths Falls. The company held two meetings, one on April 4 and another
on April 5, at the Perth Civitan Hall. Recurrent Energy aims to build two solar farm projects in Drummond/North Emsley Township. Smiths Falls 2 would be located on Buttermilk Hill Road and Smiths Falls 5 would be built on Armstrong Road. Each facility would contain approximately 46,000 solar panels. The projects are two of six proposed solar facilities Recurrent Energy hopes to build in the Smiths Falls area. Public consultations are part of the Ministry of the Environment’s approval process. During the meeting, information boards about both projects were set up in the hall and Recurrent Energy experts were on hand to answer questions. But many residents said the meeting’s “open house” style format wasn’t what they had expected. They said they had be-
lieved a meeting meant sitting down with the company’s representatives and having a public discussion. Doran said the meeting’s format meant discussions were taking take place between individuals and Recurrent Energy representatives, but it didn’t allow for any sort of public dialogue. “There were probably lots of good questions last night, but the only ones you heard were the ones you were asking,” Doran said. “I didn’t agree with it and I feel not everyone’s voice was heard by all of the representatives of the company that were there.” The projects are a controversial topic for those living near the sites of the proposed solar farms. Last year, another company, EDF En Canada, which constructed a solar farm project on Bay Road, was blamed for the contamination of some residents’ wells during
the farm’s construction. Melvin, an electrician, said some of his biggest concerns involve emergencies, such as a fire at the facility, which he said Recurrent Energy representatives weren’t adequately addressing. While information provided by the company stated that emergency response plans would be negotiated with Drummond/ North Elmsley Township before construction on the project began, Melvin said these plans should be part of the public consultation process so residents have a chance to discuss them. Melvin said he is also concerned about what would happen if residents’ wells became contaminated. “We’re worried about our well water,” he said. Robert Leah, director of Canadian development for Recurrent Energy, said the situation that took place on Bay Road was unique. He said Recurrent Energy will take samples from residents’ wells prior to construction in order to establish a baseline, and will continue to sample neighbouring wells throughout the project’s construction. “If we are responsible, we will have to address it,” Leah said. Residents also expressed concern about the construction phase of the project, and the noise levels associated with the site after it is completed. Mike Maroschak, high-voltage specialist and project manager for Recurrent Energy, said the only noise would come from transformers on the project site, which produces the same amount as an ordinary electrical transformer, and from fans used to cool the project during the summer.
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Armstrong Road resident Iris Doran said she came to the public meeting to learn more about two new solar farm projects outside of Smiths Falls. While she was disappointed about the meeting’s open-house format, she has not yet made up her mind about the projects. Kassina Ryder photo
Not everyone is opposed to the project. Bonnie MacLean has been living on the property beside the proposed location of the Smiths Falls 2 project for the past eight years. MacLean said she fully supports the solar farm. “I think it’s taking too long to get in,” she said. “I think it will benefit us greatly.” She said even if she has to put up with noise and traffic on her road for the eight-month-long
construction phase, the end result is worth it. “It’s extra energy going into the grid,” she said. But that fact has Melvin also questioning the economic benefit to the residents who have to deal with the project. Solar facilities built by Recurrent Energy are capable of producing 220-million kilowatt hours of electricity every year, but that energy goes into Ontario’s power grid, Malcolm said, and does not directly benefit the region the farm is located in. “It’s a business,” he said. “And we don’t see any of the effects coming back to the community.” Residents also questioned why the solar farm couldn’t be built further away from their homes. Leah said in order to make projects economically feasible, they need to be constructed close to an existing electricity line. The company works out lease agreements with landowners to enable them to construct on their land, paying a certain amount per acre every year of the project’s life. Leah said landowners are not held liable for anything associated with the projects. “We have responsibility for the whole facility,” he said. The company will now submit their application for the project to the MOE, which can take up to six months to approve, according to the ministry. During that time, residents can submit their concerns directly to the ministry, via its website.
Back-up fund Melvin said he and many of his neighbours would like to see an intermediary body to act as a go-between for residents and the company. Information from Recurrent Energy states it will take responsibility for decommissioning the site at the end of its 30-year lifespan, but Melvin said he would like to see the township set money aside in a back-up fund in case the company isn’t able to fulfill its promises. Melvin said the township should put itself in the position to be able deal with the eventual shutting down of the project on its own. He also said money should be set aside to deal with emergencies, such as contaminated wells or other unexpected events.
COUNCIL BRIEFS The following are notes taking from the April 5, 2011, meeting of the Town of Perth’s committee of the whole. All members of council were present.
Water Treatment Perth councillors passed a recommendation to install “geo-tubes” at the town’s water treatment plant. The move is meant to cut down on the amount of suspended solids and other matter that gets pumped into the river as part of the treatment process. Trish Johnson and Alan Perks, of R.V. Anderson Associates Limited, presented findings from an environmental assessment being done on the plant’s residue management. They said the town’s sewage lagoon is currently at capacity. Part of the reason for that, they said, is the fact about 113 kilograms of suspended solids gets pumped into the river each day, along with another 42 kilograms of alum, a coagulant used in sewage treatment to separate waste particles from treatable water. Johnson and Perks said filtering the water through geotubes – otherwise known as geotextile membranes – is the town’s
best, most cost-effective option for cutting down on suspended solids, after the Ministry of the Environment shot down the town’s first choice. That plan called for “stormceptors” on Wilson Street, devices installed inside the drainage system to catch pollutants that would normally go straight into the river. Tim Simpson, Perth’s chief administrative officer, said such a measure would have a greater overall impact on the watershed. As such, the original plan was to reallocate funds for filtering sediment at the treatment plant and put them towards the stormceptors. Simpson said this would have had a bigger impact overall in cutting down on river pollutants. This practice, called “trading” because pollutant “credits” and funds are swapped between projects, is common in the United States and Europe, even though the MOE turned it down, said Simpson. During council discussions, Coun. Ed McPherson voiced his displeasure with the ministry’s decision. Wilson Street, he said, is a significant source of pollution in the river and the Kingston-based
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ministry office shouldn’t be able to prevent local government from pursuing policies that are proven in other parts of the world. “If we have to go political, let’s go political,” McPherson said. “I’d like to go all the way to the Minister’s office.”
LHIN Letter As the area’s Local Health Integration Network seeks feedback on its Clinical Services Roadmap, a regional restructuring of healthcare services, Perth councillors are concerned they aren’t going about it the right way. Mayor John Fenik agreed to write a letter to the South East LHIN, after several councillors voiced concerns that the public consultation period is too brief, and their website too difficult to navigate for concerned citizens. Coun. Beth Peterkin began the discussion, telling her colleagues she was concerned with the LHIN’s apparent intention to restructure its services while staying in budget, as this could mean cuts for some already cashstrapped departments. She said she’s also concerned the LHIN is speeding through the process. As other councillors chimed
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Township of Lanark Highlands proposes the passage of a by-law to stop up, close and sell a certain portion of an unopened road allowance which is no longer required for municipal purposes. Any person who believes they may be adversely affected by the closure of such unopened road allowance is asked to express their concerns in writing to the Clerk by May 16th The Council meeting will be held on: May 26th, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. • Lanark Highlands Municipal Office DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED CLOSING: The portion of the unopened Road Allowance is located at: Lot 5 between Concessions 2 and 3 former Township of Dalhousie, Municipality of Lanark Highlands, County of Lanark. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed by-law is available at the Municipal Office during regular business hours or by contacting the Planning Assistant at 613-259-2398 x 232 or jlaidlaw@lanarkhighlands.ca. Dated this 4th day of April, 2011 Amanda Mabo, Clerk/Deputy CAO 75 George Street, Lanark ON K0G 1K0 613-259-2398 x 231 • clerk@lanarkhighlands.ca
Wilson Street Beautification Advisory Panel Perth councillors unanimously passed a recommendation to form a Wilson Street Beautification Advisory Panel after a presentation from Jeff Dean on behalf of the downtown revitalization committee. After the town’s 2010 budget cut certain landscaping features from the reconstruction of Wilson Street, the aim of this group would be to identify projects necessary to finish the job, and to fundraise within the community to complete them. The proposal is to split the costs 50-50 between the town and
community fundraising. Dean said about $200,000 is needed to finish all the projects, which breaks down into about $25,000 from each side over four years. The projects planned for the next four years include a parkette outside the swimming pool, large trees lining Wilson Street, and stone walls at the pool and at Daines Park. Dean also proposed turning stumps from downed trees into sculptures of notable figures from Perth and its history, “taking a liability and making it an asset,” as has been done in towns like Orangeville. The idea for the advisory panel relates to the Community Improvement Plan, which is expected to be approved soon by council. Dean said these landscaping features are important because Wilson Street links the community with Highway 7, and so serves as the town’s front door and its first impression to visitors. Fenik spoke in favour of the panel and proposed projects. “This is our baby, Wilson Street belongs to us,” he said. “I think the town should pony up the money if we fall short on fundraising.”
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in, the discussion revealed that residents are having trouble navigating the LHIN’s website, preventing them from submitting their views. Peterkin said it’s “not a user-friendly system.” Deputy Mayor John Gemmell also said he’s concerned about the lack of public meetings, and wondered why the LHIN would want to rush through the process. Councillors also passed a recommendation to advertise the end-date of the feedback period, so that concerned residents don’t miss the chance.
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Township partners with LAWS The Township, along with several other Lanark County municipalities have entered into a 3-year agreement with the Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) to provide pound services for animals picked up in the Township. Animals whose owners cannot be identified will be brought to LAWS by the Township’s Animal Control Officer. Owners claiming animals impounded at LAWS will be required to pay all applicable retrieval fees and fines. LAWS is located at 253 Glenview Road, in the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley. For more information about LAWS, visit www.lanarkanimals.com or phone 613-283-9308.
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Pick-up is every Friday morning. Garbage & recycling MUST be set out by 7:00 AM to ensure pick-up. Cardboard boxes MUST be fla ened for recycling. Detailed informa on about recycling and other waste diversion is available at www.lanarkhighlands.ca/Services/ PublicWorks Please contact Cathie Green at the Municipal Office with ques ons or comments at 613.259.2398 Ext 249.
Council Meeting Schedule:
Tuesday April 19th at 2:30 p.m. – Committee of the Whole Thursday, April 21 at 7:00 p.m. – Council Tuesday, May 10 at 2:30 p.m. – Committee of the Whole
GOOD FRIDAY AND EASTER MONDAY Please be aware that the Municipal Office will be closed on Friday April 22nd and Monday April 25th, the office will re-open on Tuesday April 26th.
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ELECTION 2011 GREEN PARTY
John Baranyi KASSINA RYDER kassina.ryder@perthcourier.com
Green Party candidate John Baranyi was born in Elliot Lake, Ont. in 1961. He moved to the Lanark County area 28 years ago and since then, has lived in Lanark, Perth, and McDonalds Corners before settling just outside Middleville on a 100-acre farm where he and his wife run a vegetarian frozen food business, Pulse Foods. “I came here in 1983 because I suppose there was a certain spirit of community here,” said Baranyi. “People working together.” Though he ran for the Green party in both the 2003 provincial election and again during the federal election in 2004, he still doesn’t consider himself a politician. “I never really pictured myself as a politician,” said Baranyi. “I’m just a citizen in this community who cares about the community.” Baranyi has been married for 26 years. He is a father to two children and step-father to 34-year-old Eli, now deceased. He also has three grandchildren. Baranyi said having a family has taught him the importance of a government that focuses on environmental sustainability. “Green Party ideas can put us on a path to making our lives better for us and our kids and grandkids, and it’s really the only party that can do that for us,” he said. He spent time in Indonesia in 1981 as part of the Canada World Youth Exchange Program and also lived in both St. Lucia and Jamaica for a year. He has also worked as a tree planter and worked on energy-efficient housing as a renovator and carpenter. All of these experiences, both at home and oversees, fostered the concepts that would become the basis of his “green
ideas,” he said. Baranyi said he strongly believes in the Green Party’s vision for Canada, focusing on environmentally healthy ways to improve both communities and the economy. “I suppose I carry a vision of how I see our communities can develop and become more sustainable,” he said. “The green vision of localization, strengthening our communities at the municipal, local level. That’s something that I see.” The Green Party’s initiative to introduce municipal infrastructure bonds is a way to strengthen local economies, Baranyi said. The initiative would allow people to self-direct their RRSP’s into community infrastructure investments. “This is a smart law that would allow the shifting of RRSP investment to the community level, providing funding for much needed infrastructure improvements,” he said. “It’s a win-win-win action that doesn’t cost the government, or taxpayer, anything.” He said such funding could be used for water and sewer projects in villages such as Lanark, which has needed a new water and sewer system for years, Baranyi said. The system would also keep the community’s debts in the hands of its citizens, Baranyi said. Locally-owned projects such as solar farms are another way to strengthen communities, the economy and the health of the planet, Baranyi also said. The benefits of these projects would go directly back into the community. Baranyi said smart ecological budgeting translates into good fiscal budgeting, which means planning for the longterm. “It’s an ecological budget as well as a fiscal budget.”
Here is a look at your federal candidates for Lanark, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington INDEPENDENT
Ralph Lee DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com
A Carleton Place-based lawyer will give voters in Lanark, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington an independent choice on the ballot on May 2. “I don’t think it’s impossible,” Ralph Lee said of his chances of getting elected. “They (voters) are ready to have an open mind.” Lee added that he wants to earn votes, not to have voters simply park their votes with him because they are unhappy with the major parties. “I’m hoping to win this election,” said Lee. “I’m not running as a protest vote.” Lee will be setting up his campaign office within his Carleton Place law firm on Emily Street. For Lee, his decision to run stemmed from a sense of frustration with the two largest parties. “I couldn’t tell the difference between the big parties,” said Lee. “I felt (that with) the Harper Conservatives, because of their alleged corruption and RCMP investigations…it started to remind me of the corruption of the Chretien Liberals.” He adds that he does not expect that the Liberals, under Michael Ignatieff, could do much better. If there is another minority government elected, an independent MP could well prove to be a kingmaker.
“They (the incoming government) are going to have to come to me and ask for my support,” said Lee. “They will have to take my election platform seriously. It’s going to send a message to the big parties that we are watching.” Apart from his background as a lawyer in family and divorce law, he has some political experience as the vice-president of the student union at Montreal’s Concordia University, looking after a student population of 30,000. While in that position, he helped open an advocacy centre on campus, and helped get the student radio station onto the public airwaves. He is also active with the Heart and Stroke Foundation, and served with the Securities Commission of New Zealand while he lived there for several years. With Canadians heading to the polls for the fourth time in seven years, Lee feels that this is affecting the ability for the federal government to get anything done. “We’re starting to look like Italy,” he said. For independents like himself, as well as smaller parties like the NDP or Greens, proportional representation would mean it would be easier for candidates like himself to get elected. “I believe that we need to look at our electoral system and have a discussion about how our system is,” he said, citing the system currently used in New Zealand.
CONSERVATIVE PARTY
Scott Reid
GEOFF DAVIES geoff.davies@perthcourier.com
Having grown up alongside his family’s chain of discount stores, Scott Reid got to know the riding he now represents while out scouting new locations with his dad. “My first memory of Carleton Place, where I now live, is going into the Findlay Stove Works,” recalls Reid, the Conservative incumbent in the race for Lanark, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington. “I remember wandering around this crazy huge old building…it was a pretty impressive place,” says Reid. Though some folks still own their woodstoves, the Findlay factory is now gone. Giant Tiger, no longer in its infancy, will turn 50 years old in May. Reid, meanwhile, is 47, and fighting to keep his seat after 11 years serving as MP for the area. After so many years seeing the area through a businessman’s eyes – he worked full-time for the company for about four years and still sits on its board of directors – Reid notes that adaptation is an important theme in the riding’s eco-
nomic history. Once a network of industrial towns setup around sources of water power – like Code’s Mill in Perth or Smiths Falls’ namesake – the area has seen many of its old factories shut their doors, including the Findlay Stove Works. “The reality is there are some industries you can’t keep,” said Reid. Today, the area’s economic connection to its urban neighbour is an important part of that adaptation, he said. Many people, including Reid himself, make their homes here and commute to work in Ottawa. “In Lanark, we are very tightly linked to the Ottawa community,” he says. In similar fashion, being tightly linked to powerful people in Ottawa is something Reid lists as an advantage he can offer to the riding.
“I’ve been around for a long time and I’m someone who has worked closely with Stephen Harper since back in days of Reform Party. I’m able to bring concerns to him in ways that aren’t always possible (for other MPs),” he says. His experience, as well as that of his staff, is another advantage, he says. “I’ve been doing this now for a long time and I’ve got a reasonably good grasp of the issues that are important.” For Reid, some of those issues include abolishing the long-gun registry, which has been a longtime objective for his party. His personal aims include making Canada more democratic – “we have a series of ways in which we’re not living up to our potential” – and securing a spot in the constitution for Ontarians’ property rights. Speaking to the latter, Reid said he
hopes his joint initiative with local MPP Randy Hillier will be on better footing come the fall. With his fingers-crossed for Tory governments on both levels, Reid said he hopes Hillier will be reintroducing the motion, which will have died on the order paper, as a government motion. Having received verbal assurance from PC leader Tim Hudak that the party is behind his motion, Reid said: “I don’t only see (getting it in the constitution) as a realistic possibility, I think it’s almost a certainty.” For now, though, the election has put that project on hold, as it has done with Reid’s other project, a book he’s co-writing on Canadian legal procedure. He’s already got two books under his belt. Given also that his previous employers include newspapers and an Australian university, it should be no surprise that he calls Wikipedia his favourite “Internet fix.” But his own page on the online encyclopedia isn’t quite perfect, he said. Only recently did it include mention of his wife, Lynda, and that came only after she lodged a complaint to her husband.
LIBERAL
NEW DEMOCRATIC PARTY
David Remington
Doug Smyth
ANDREW SNOOK andrew.snook@metroland.com
David Remington decided to take another swing at the Lanark, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington seat, because he’s always enjoyed public service and working with people and their surrounding communities. The 43-year-old, lifelong Napanee native, said his campaign will focus on bringing back good-paying jobs to people in the region, and helping small businesses grow. Remington embraced his entrepreneurial spirit at the early age of 18, when he opened his own coffee shop. He has since owned and operated a variety of businesses, including a flower shop, two movie theatres, and a consulting firm that focused on social service issues. He wants to work together with all levels of government to tackle the issues currently facing the LFLA riding. “I just find that’s my style,” he said. “Job creation, strong rural health care… there are so many opportunities where we can work together with municipal leaders. I think I would have the ability to get people to the table. Municipal leaders sometimes feel like they’re left out of the big conversations with the province and the feds, and I feel like we have to do a lot more together.” In the 2008 federal election, Remington finished second at the polls with 21.8 per cent of the vote (11,827 votes). The riding was won by MP Scott Reid, who had 55.81 per cent of the vote (30,280 votes). Remington is an experienced politician, who has held a variety of elected positions, including mayor of Napanee from 2000-03. He began his political career at the age
of 25, when he was elected to Napanee’s town council. Remington worked as a councillor from 1994-95, and was the deputy mayor from 1995-96. He also worked on Parliament Hill as a legislative assistant for a year for former MP Larry McCormick. Remington said he wants to take on all the issues that residents struggle with from day-to-day. He said he would like top see more funding go towards non-profit agencies in the community. “When I was mayor I often thought ‘wow, it would be great if the feds could help with the community agencies.’ There are amazing nonprofit agencies that do incredible things on a shoestring budget. People in the community are just giving up their time to make things a better place…if we could (offer additional funding) just think how much more they could do.” After graduating Napanee District Secondary School, Remington attended Queen’s Theological College in Kingston, and graduated with a diploma in restorative justice in 2004. He currently works as a program supervisor for the Ministry of Children and Youth Services and Community and Social Services. Remington is married to Diane, and has two stepdaughters, Kylie and Nicole. Remington said if he were to leave a political legacy, he would like to be remembered for his helpful nature. “I want to work across party lines,” he said. “I don’t want to be seen as the big Liberal partisan guy. “I think the style you bring to politics is as important as any single issue or policy. To me, it’s the approach. My style of politics will be in the community and active.”
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It’s a good thing the new NDP candidate works in the auto trade, because he will be clocking a lot of mileage covering the large riding of Lanark, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington. Doug Smyth, a 16-year-resident of Beckwith Township, is a development manager with an automotive technology company. He is a first-time candidate and is new to politics. He was acclaimed as the New Democratic Party’s candidate in the riding at a meeting in Sharbot Lake on Sunday, April 3. “I thought it was time to give something back to the country,” Smyth said. He had looked around at all of the different parties and found that the NDP was the best fit for him. He admits that while the right wing has long held this riding, he thinks that voters are ready for a change. “They’re not 100 per cent happy with any of the parties right now,” he said of the mood of voters. “I think most people…even if they’ve voted the same way for years, they are still willing to listen to some fresh ideas.” When it comes to what was the defining moment that prompted him to throw his hat into the ring, he has a one-word answer. “Jets,” he said, of the Conservative government’s plan to purchase F-35 fighter jets, a plan likely to cost hundreds of
millions of dollars, if not billions. “We do need to support our military, but I don’t feel that that was the right choice,” said Smyth. “We only have so much money to go around…That was my moment.” Smyth was born and raised in Montreal, and lived in Alberta for six years, and Toronto for six years. He also spent time in Kingston, before moving to Beckwith Township. “I thought it was the best place to raise my family,” he said. While the NDP is a left-of-centre party, Smyth notes he has been both an employee and an employer. “I understand both sides of the coin when it comes to business,” said Smyth. Smyth said he will have to work to overcome what he sees as misconceptions that people have of the NDP. “I think that they perceive us as a little more socialist than we really are,” he said. “We’re a lot more broadly based than that. We’re realistic that business must continue and prosper. We must find win-win solutions.” The NDP has made a point of promising to cancel the corporate tax cuts promised by Conservative party leader Stephen Harper. “Big business and big business interests are often winning out against the family,” Smyth said. “Big business has to survive and they have their place, but I feel that the pendulum has swung too far the other way.”
Exercise your right to vote on May 2, or at the advance polls on April 22, April 23 or April 25.
April 14, 2011 - THE PERTH COURIER - A5
COMMUNITY NEWS
Adopt-A-Highway program clears two tons of garbage Representatives of the Asbury Free Methodist Church honoured for commitment to program BY CATHY JAMES Perth Courier
These are council briefs from the Lanark County Council’s Community Development Committee and Public Works Committee meetings, which took place at the Lanark County Building on Wednesday, April 6, 2011. All council members were present. Six hundred hours and two tons of garbage later, Lanark County’s roadsides are cleaner thanks to the efforts of 20 local organizations. As part of Lanark County’s Adopt-A-Highway program, these groups have each adopted two kilometres of a county road, working to ensure it’s free of litter. Ranging from service clubs to local businesses, these groups were commended at the Lanark County Public Works Committee meeting April 6. County Warden Sharon Mousseau thanked the groups for their environmentally-conscious commitment. “I would like to thank you for all your efforts,” she said, adding the 20 groups put in a combined 600 hours to collect two tons of garbage in 2010. “You can’t put a dollar value on that.” Dennis Burn owns and operates Leatherworks Catering in Carleton Place and he and his family adopted a portion of County Road 11 nearly two years ago. He said they decided to join the program for a simple reason. “As a family we all need exer-
cise and while we’re walking the roads, we may as well pick up the garbage and keep the roads clean at the same time,” he said. “It’s a two part thing where we get exercise and contribute back to the community as well.” Receiving a certificate of appreciation for his family’s work, Burn said it was nice to receive recognition from the county. OFFICIAL PLAN ON HOLD Lanark County’s first-ever official plan is at a standstill until the county hears back from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities regarding a funding decision. Last year Lanark County council decided to create an official plan, as it’s a requirement to receive its federal gas tax share, which is an annual $2 million supplement. Consulting firm Stantec was hired to create the official plan, and last year the county submitted a proposal to the FCM, asking for a grant to complete an Integrated Community Sustainability Plan, which would be phase two of the county’s official plan. The sustainability plan is the county’s effort to demonstrate its commitment to cleaner air and water and lower greenhouse gas emissions. The FCM’s decision was expected to be made last month, but they’ve since reported a decision won’t be finalized and released until July. Coun. Richard Kidd shared this information with council last Wednesday night, and said this changed timeline affects the county’s official plan schedule.
Lanark County Warden Sharon Mousseau (left) and Coun. John Gemmell present Paul and Rosemary Cowie of the Asbury Free Methodist Church with a certificate of appreciation for their commitment to the Adopt-A-Highway Program. Cathy James photo “This could put our workload six months behind,” he explained. The official plan means the county becomes the approval authority for the region’s municipalities, and will strike a balance between provincial government requirements and local priorities. TRUCK ROADEO The Lanark County public works department plan to starts their engines May 12 when it
Director of public works Steve Allan said each year, Lanark County’s representatives place well each year at the provincial level. “For the last three years, our guys have almost won the provincial championship,” he told councillors. “It’s a really neat event to see the skills.”
hosts a Truck Roadeo. Taking place at the County Almonte Patrol Yard on County Road 29, the Roadeo will give all qualified municipal equipment operators a chance to practice their tandem truck driving skills and safety procedures. Prizes will be handed out to the top three participants and the winner will represent the county at the Association of Ontario Road Superintendents’ Provincial Roadeo this September.
The Roadeo is open to municipal employees from across the County, and they’re encouraged to sign up for the event.
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of University Women, on a promotion and education campaign to ensure that Perth and area residents are aware of the By-Law and the benefits of eliminating unnecessary idling. Watch and listen for bookmarks/ flyers and radio spots over the coming months!
Perth Town Council encourages input to health care plans
Heritage Management Advisory Panel: Membership Vacancy
The South East Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) recently launched a region-wide Community Engagement process that will enable residents across the south east to have their say in how they receive health care through the LHIN’s Clinical Services Roadmap initiative. Using a dedicated website, www. southeastlhin.on.ca/healthcareroadmap, residents across South-Eastern Ontario can obtain background on the Clinical Services Roadmap and the operational work plans it has produced in each of seven major clinical areas. Visitors to the site will then be invited to complete one or more online workbooks that will capture and measure their opinion and reaction to those plans. The input will be collected and analyzed to determine where the clinical plans might have to be adjusted before they are finalized and implemented over the next one-to-three years. Health Service providers located within the South East LHIN include seven hospitals, (one of which includes the Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital), 9 addiction services, 1 Community Care Access Centre, 22 mental health organizations, 35 long-term care homes and 38 agencies providing 50 community support services. The Community Engagement process will span eight weeks to provide adequate time to encourage residents to share their feedback. For more information on the process and the South East LHIN, please visit the main website at www.southeastlhin.on.ca. Perth Town Council strongly encourages residents to visit the South East LHIN’s website, complete the workbooks and have their say in how they receive health care before any of the operational work plans are finalized. Deadline to complete the on-line workbooks is May 15th.
For those interested in serving on the Heritage Management Advisory Panel for the remainder of the 2010 – 2014 term of Council, you are requested to complete and submit the “Application to Serve on the Heritage Management Advisory Panel”, to the Clerk. The application is located on the Town’s website under the News at www.perth.ca. The deadline for applications is April 29, 2011. To qualify, please see the associated Terms of Reference located on the Town’s website, under the News, at www.perth.ca. For further information, please contact Lauren Walton, Town Clerk, at 613-267-3311.
Council reports, agendas, meetings The agendas, minutes and reports associated with all meetings of Council and Committees/Advisory Panels of Council are posted to the Town’s website in advance of the meeting. Please visit our website at www.perth.ca and look under “Council/ Administrative Services.”
Anti-idling By-Law coming into effect
By-law #3257 regulates signs in the Town of Perth. With regards to posters, the By-Law states that no person shall erect, install, post, display or maintain signs painted on, attached to, or supported by a tree, stone, or other natural object or utility pole. Posters may be displayed on private property in a commercial zone with the permission of the property owner. Unauthorized posters will be removed without notice.
Sandwich board sign and merchandise display application
This is a reminder to business owners that an annual permit is required to place a sandwich board sign or merchandise display on Town of Perth property. If you wish to place a sandwich board sign or merchandise display on property owned by the Town, application for such approval should be made not later than April 30th to take advantage of the reduced fee ($30.00) for renewal. After April 30th the fee for this application is $60.00. An application for permit may be found on the Town of Perth website at www.perth.ca. Click the “Sign and Merchandise Display” tab under “Business.” For additional information please call or inquire at the Town Hall, 80 Gore Street East, Perth, ON, K7H 1H9. Telephone 613-267-3311 ext 2232. Any sign or merchandise display placed wholly or partially on or over Town of Perth property without approval is subject to removal without further notice. Where this action is taken the sign or merchandise display will be held for thirty days during which time the material may be redeemed by paying the cost of removal ($40.00) and storage cost for the period ($1.00 per day per sign or display).
Spring Parks Clean-Up
Over the next few weeks, the Town of Perth will use this space to profile its full-time staff members, giving readers a glimpse of who provides your municipal services and how. We hope you find it informative and enjoyable. Name: Debbie Sproule Department: Community Services Title: Administrative Assistant – Heritage Years Worked for the Town: 21 Hometown: Perth Job Description: Administrative duties associated with the Perth Museum and heritage programs, as well as visitor service coordination. Personal Information: Debbie enjoys travelling, theatre and arts, and is a member of the Royal Canadian Legion. On Working for the Town of Perth: Debbie enjoys meeting the public and providing visitors with the history of Perth and its ancestors.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
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PANEL “E” (Union) The Corporation of the Town of Perth is seeking the services of a Lead Hand- Wastewater to participate in the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and records management for the sanitary sewer system. The successful applicant will work with a dedicated staff of operators and perform the statutory duties associated with the provision of wastewater collection and treatment. The successful candidate will be a strong advocate for the community and key member of the Environmental Services team of the municipality. Reporting to the Superintendent of Utilities, the successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: • 3-5 years recent municipal or trade experience, including responsibility for quality assurance, testing, recording keeping, liaison with suppliers, budget responsibility and program/project support. • Grade 12 education with graduation from a 2-3 year post secondary program of study in a related field or licensed technical trade is preferred, • Computer experience is required for this position, including MS Word and Excel. • Provincial certification to the level of the Wastewater Treatment Facility (Level I) and/or Wastewater Collection System (Level II) is preferred. • Valid Ontario Driver’s License Class “DZ” is required. The Corporation of the Town of Perth offers a competitive salary and a benefits package. The position is placed on the ‘E’ Panel (2011 hourly rate $25.13 to
PUBLIC NOTICE
CONCERNING MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATION D11-AC-01/11 THIS NOTICE PERTAINS to a public hearing to be held by the Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Perth that is scheduled for Thursday, the 21st day of April 2011, at 11:00 a.m. in the POA court on the first floor of the Town Hall, 80 Gore Street East, Perth, Ontario to consider the above noted minor variance application in accordance with Section 45 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, (as amended) and for which the initial Notice was given on February 10th 2011. An oversight during the review of the application failed to note that the proposed addition to the rear of the building would be located with a setback less than the standard minimum side yard. In addition, the proposed development is being modified to accommodate an accessibility ramp which necessitates a modest widening of the addition. THE MODIFIED APPLICATION, therefore, is requesting that the northerly side yard setback for the addition be reduced to approximately 2.74m (9ft) from the standard setback of 4.5 m (14.7 ft.). This request is in addition to the initially proposed reduction in the landscape buffer requirement for a parking area and reduction to the south side yard setback. Individuals who do not appear at the hearing or identify concerns in writing before a decision is made by the Committee of Adjustment may lose their right to appeal a decision of the Committee to the Ontario Municipal Board. (Please see the original notice for the procedures applicable to the Committee and individuals who may have concerns or contact the Town of Perth Planning Department. The Key map below indicates the lands subject to the proposed variance. 191 193 195 43 186 188
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The Town’s Community Services staff have started their Spring clean up. Regardless of the potential for fines up to $75 per occurrence, many dog owners are still not stooping and scooping. The Town of Perth’s Animal Control By-Law #3557, section 9.1 states: “Every owner of a dog is responsible for removing biowaste (excrement/feces) left by the dog on private or public property owned by the Town.” As the snow dissipates residents, and tourists alike, are left to see the remains of a winter’s worth of animal waste in our parks, boulevards, green spaces, sports facilities and even on sidewalks. The Community Services Department provides complimentary “poop & scoop” bags in receptacles, including areas such as Stewart, Perthmore, Conlon Farm and Last Duel Parks, to name a few. It’s estimated that 30,000 bags are supplied annually to these units, yet the problem of pet waste not being picked up continues. The bio-degradable brown poop bags, are offered as a courtesy to residents and visitors to help keep our town clean; pet owners are encouraged to bring
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$29.53). This is a forty (40) hour per week position, requiring flexibility for some evening and weekend work as well as participating in the “on-call’ rotation. Applicants are invited to submit clearly marked covering letters and resumes by Friday April 22, 2011 at 4:30pm to the attention of: Janice McFadden, Payroll Clerk Corporation of the Town of Perth 80 Gore St. E., Perth, ON, K7H 1H9 Phone: 267-3311 • Fax: 267-5635 jmcfadden@perth.ca We thank all applicants who apply for the position; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection and Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipals Act 2001 and will be used only for the purposes of candidate selection.
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On June 30th this year, the Town of Perth’s AntiIdling By-Law #4091 will come into effect. Idling is a wasteful and unnecessary practice that harms the environment and human health. The By-Law prohibits idling when vehicles are parked in any non-travelled roadway. Non-travelled roadway means any portion of public or private land accessed by vehicles which is not part of an actively travelled pathway, and includes parking lots and stalls, driveways and loading bays. Exceptions to the By-Law include emergency vehicles, vehicles engaged in a parade, vehicles required to remain motionless due to an emergency, traffic, weather conditions or mechanical difficulties, or vehicles where inside temperatures must be maintained for medical purposes. By-Law #4091 can be accessed on the Town’s website at www.perth.ca. Many municipalities in Canada have taken action to improve their air quality through the passage of similar By-Laws. We look forward to working with our residents to demonstrate continued leadership on environmental initiatives and keep Perth a healthy place to live or visit. The Town is working with several partners, including ecoPerth and the Canadian Federation
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their own bags and only use the provided bags as necessary. Please do not take more than one bag per visit, leaving the rest for other dog owners who may have forgotten to bring their bags. The intent of the poop bag program is to assist in the cleanliness of our parks but not to be the primary source of poop bags. The Community Services Department reminds residents that if you witness anyone in contravention of the By-Law, to encourage the dog owner to “Stoop and Scoop.” By-Law #3557, section 10.5, also makes note of the fact that “…no dog shall be allowed in any Public Park in the Town unless such dog is on a leash.” We would like to thank everyone for their help with keeping our parks and sidewalks clean so we can all enjoy “The Prettiest Town in Ontario”
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A6 - THE PERTH COURIER - April 14, 2011
EDITORIAL OUR OPINION
It’s ‘faceoff’ time on the campaign trail O
nly in Canada would hockey trump politics. This week, the French-language TV debate amongst the leaders of Canada’s major political parties – minus Green party leader Elizabeth May, of course – were due to debate the big questions of this campaign in our other official language today (Thursday, April 14). Then came word that the first game of the Stanley Cup playoff series between the Montreal Canadiens and Boston Bruins would be taking place on the same day. So, Heaven and Earth were moved to accommodate that other staple of Canadian life – hockey. But for all of the complaining about our priorities of what this showed as the priorities of Canadian voters – or lack thereof – this latest wrinkle in Election 2011 is interesting for what lies beneath. “All I’m asking is that the debate take place Wednesday so that Quebecers have as much access to this debate as Canadians,” said Bloc Quebecois leader Gilles Duceppe this past Sunday. Two things about what he said – Francophones do not live just in Quebec, first of all. They live right here in eastern Ontario, and we see their schools in our midst in places nearby like Kanata, Merrickville and Carleton Place. New Brunswick is a bilingual province and Francophones live all across this country. Also, his request was accepted by the other parties thereby showing that, even for arcane matters like this, compromise is possible, and that federalism and reasonable accommodation – which Duceppe and his fellow Quebecers are grappling with themselves – are working, and their separatist vision are not. This decision also shows that, in a small but real way, some politicians are actually listening. We also got an interesting look into the minds the broadcasting consortium, which is running the debates. “I think you’d be hard pressed to find someone who wants the debate to be held on a night when many Francophones are otherwise engaged,” said Troy Reeb, chair of the consortium. Like Duceppe’s comments, there is a lot at play here. While the Canadiens fan base is mostly Francophone, it is not exclusively so. More than a few people out here cheer for the Habs. Either way, it’s game on and it’s faceoff time, on and off the ice.
Local Landmark
In this space each week, we will feature a photo of local interest. Be the first to correctly identify the location or item in the picture by emailing editor@perthcourier.com with the subject line, “Local Landmark,” and your name will be printed in next week’s paper! Gerald Truelove correctly identified last week’s landmark as the wheel beneath the Mammoth Cheese monument. This week’s local landmark leads to a great place for a picnic.
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Shutter speed dial Every camera, whether film or digital, has ASA or ISO settings. There is plenty of confusion over these terms and I propose to (hopefully) clear it up today. If I don’t, then you’ll just be somewhat more confused than you were before you started reading this. Back in film days, if you lived in English-speaking parts of the world, your camera had ASA settings on it. ASA stands for American Standards Association and you turned the ASA dial to match the speed of the film as marked on the box. Then you left it alone while that film was in the camera. Most slide shooters set the dial to 64 and print shooters chose 100. Faster films came along, allowing the dial to be set to 200, 400 and even 800 in order to keep the shutter speed fast enough to avoid blur. If you bought a German camera or a Russian one, a different film speed scale had to be dealt with. Eventually, the International Organization for Standardization was formed, made up of 150 countries and ASA became known as ISO, which is actually a word from the Greek isos, meaning equal. By coincidence, the three letters seem to stand for the full name of the organization. ISO was formed in 1946, but it wasn’t until the 1980s that cameras switched over to the new terminology. Enough history, already. Today, all cameras use the ISO scale and it’s simple to understand. The higher the number, the more sensitive the film is to
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CRABB Camera Corner light, allowing the taking of photos in dimmer lighting conditions. It’s the same with digital. The higher you set the ISO, the more sensitive the image sensor in the camera becomes to light. The huge difference between film and digital is that you can change the ISO on every photo if you want to on your digital camera, whereas you had to leave it alone on a film camera. Film is rated to a particular ISO and has to be processed according to that, so changing the settings would make some photos turn out overexposed and others underexposed. Digital brings total freedom when it comes to setting the ISO. It can be changed for every single shot if desired because each photo is processed instantly in the camera and saved as a digi-
tal file. With film, if you want to move from bright outdoor lighting with a low ISO film and shoot by candlelight indoors, you have to change films to get a higher ISO rating. On a digital camera, just turn a dial. Most digital cameras have an Auto-ISO setting, which lets the camera decide where the ISO should be for any given scene. This can be good or bad, depending on the camera and the lighting. Yes, high ISOs allow shooting in dim light, but there’s a penalty – noise! Films with high ISOs were grainy and digital files suffer from a similar condition, which we call noise, unpleasant speckles in dark areas and on plain surfaces. High noise levels can ruin a photo completely. Generally, it’s best to shoot at lower ISO settings – 100, 200 or 400 in cameras with small sensors. Larger sensor models (DSLRs and M4/3) can handle 800 easily. After that, noise becomes evident, so that at 1600, 3200 and 6400, you can’t miss it. Those are the desperation settings – either take the photo at that, or miss it altogether. Y ou really need to test your own camera at various ISO settings to see where the noise becomes objectionable. Some of the newest DSLRs are amazing at ISO 3200, but most P and S models are pretty horrible at those lofty numbers. Higher ISO means faster shutter speed. Play with it and you’ll quickly see how straightforward it is to use. Click!
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pring can be tricky. Do you remember that warm spell sometime back in March that teased us into spring coats and persuaded us to leave the long johns in the drawer? And then remember how it got frigidly cold again with that mean old wintry northwest wind making our cheeks smart and our eyes water? And recall how hard it was to pull out the long johns again and wear the hat down over the ears and ease back into the winter coat? Yuck. It’s hard to know how to dress kids in that kind of weather. Girlchild likes to wear dresses to school, and that is all well and good in cold weather when snowpants are the norm. When it’s not snowy enough for snowpants, but not warm enough for tights alone and you have a Diva who turns her nose up at splash pants (which, in my opinion, are the perfect compromise outerwear), things can be difficult. Let me tell you, snowpants worn in the spring pick up a lot of dirt and sand from a winter’s worth of sidewalk plowing. If anyone needs a truck load of sand, I think you can find it in my kitchen. I should have been saving it all along to see if I could sell it back to the town for next year. If you’re looking for another sign of spring, you’d better use your ears. I’ve been hearing it for the last couple of weeks. Spring peepers. When these teeny tiny chorus frogs emerge
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GRAY Past Deadline and start yelling for a mate, their high-pitched peeps can be louder than any freight train. I know the grass is always greener and some of those (arguably lucky) folks who live beside swamps or water bodies may feel the peepers are more irritating than joyful, but I love the sound. Since the peepers had already announced the arrival of spring, it was with much disdain that I recently looked out my kitchen window into the backyard toward the little patio we had set up last summer to see it still completely encased in ice. See, the nice thing about the patio is that for a good chunk of the day it is shady, which is great news in the summer. In spring, though, that means it is literally the very last part of the backyard to thaw out. I even tried to hurry the season along by grabbing my long-han-
dled ice chipper and hammering the snot out of the thick layer of ice one day. I made some progress – getting far enough across the ice field to expose nearly half of the patio stones – but my arms vibrated for the rest of the night and my hands actually ached for two days from gripping the handle so tightly. I tried to go at it the next day, too, but my upper body said, “Woman, knock it off. We have sun and rain coming to take care of this. Let go of that ice chipper or we will stage a bloody coup, just like your hair wants to.” (Ahem. You had to be there.) So now, thanks to elbow grease, sun and rain the patio is free of ice and awaits the Great Clearing of Debris and Dirt™. This will happen in my Spare Time™. Hahaha. Little joke there. But – this all sounds an awful lot like too much complaining. Really, I am so glad it is warmer. It is so nice to see the robins and the summer birds returning and to hear their mating songs. As awkward as it is to have to negotiate winter gear and spring gear as they all congregate together in small spaces, it’s nice to see rubber boots instead of winter ones and ball caps instead of toques. At this time of year as the sun brightens and gleams through spotty windows and illuminates previously gloomy spots, I make the annual list of things to clean and sort and fix. You know what that means – I think I am almost caught up to Spring Cleaning 2007 now....
April 14, 2011 - THE PERTH COURIER - A7
COMMUNITY LETTERS
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A fire-safe community Dear Editor, Twenty-nine fire deaths in Ontario this year already, compared to 20 this time last year. How can we compare these statistics? We shouldn’t have to. They are terrible statistics and have to change. Every home in Ontario is required to have a working smoke detector on every level. They should be installed outside the bedrooms so you can hear them in the middle of the night. Smoke detectors are mechanical devices and need to be maintained the same as we maintain our cars. Regular monthly testing to ensure they are in proper working order and the changing of the battery at least once per year is a small task to ensure that your home and your loved ones are safe. Smoke detectors have a life expectancy of 10 years and should be replaced within that time frame. Please ensure all of your smoke detectors are checked and in working order. A fire escape plan and predetermined spot for family members to meet in the event of a fire is crucial.
The Perth Fire Department offers smoke detectors and batteries, free of charge. We have supplied residents of the Town of Perth with 1,500 free alarms since 2004. Information on installation, maintenance and testing of smoke detectors or any fire safety tips are available from the Perth Fire Department. Carbon monoxide is an odourless and tasteless gas that can overcome you as you sleep and prove to be fatal. Have your heating devices maintained yearly and install a carbon monoxide detector in your home today. It just may save your life. Home and apartment building inspections will be done as requested. Call Fire Prevention Officer Pete Echlin at 613-267-5574 for more information. If you rent, you have the right to live in a fire-safe home and we will ensure that happens. Just give us a call. Let’s keep the headlines out of the Perth newspapers and have a fire-safe community. Yours in fire prevention, Steve Fournier Perth Fire Chief
CORRECTIONS In the story “Food Bank Receives $140,000 boost” in the April 7 issue of the Perth Courier, Nancy Wildgoose was incorrectly identified as Perth’s food bank director. Samantha Davidson is the food bank director, and Wildgoose is the kitchen and garden co-ordinator for the food bank’s new Stop Program. Jack McTavish, of Wills Transfer Ltd./Valley Moving & Storage, is also a member of the Perth and District Chamber of Commerce’ s board of directors. He remains president of the chamber until the role is assumed by president-elect Jill Campbell. Imprecise information appeared in the March 31 Courier. Those interested in volunteering with the Perth Blue Wings can contact Ken “Skip” Patterson at 613-267-6744. Incorrect information appeared in last week’s Courier. The Courier apologizes for the errors.
As a life-long Perth resident, the Perth Courier has always been a household staple. Growing up, if I wasn’t scanning the sports pages, I knew to turn to page seven to read the Private I column. Throughout the years, I’ve read Maureen Pegg, Ian Gray and Gena Gibson transmit community messages as well as their opinions using the Private I space. Unfortunately, I didn’t get the pleasure to read the Private I columns penned by Steve Rous, Steve Forster (cheese heads), Craig Campbell and Bill Dodson, as it was either before my time, or I was too young to think to catch up on life via the Courier. When recently given the chance to write the Private I column, there is one word to best describe my reaction: gratitude. The Perth Courier thrives on tradition, and I feel lucky to have the opportunity to carry on a four-decade-long tradition to pen the Private I column. This, however, isn’t my first affiliation or column with The Courier. In 2004, I somehow convinced then editor, Ian Gray, to give me space for a column titled, Cat’s Cove. At that time, I was published as Cathy McNally, my maiden name. Following graduation from the journalism program at Carleton, I returned to the area and worked for the Courier’s sister paper, Smiths Falls This Week. Today, I work as a full-time freelance writer, and my schedule includes frequent coverage for the Courier. I knew in order to effectively execute this column, I had to hunt down some former Private I columnists to give me their take on the Private I’s purpose. Some Private I alum said it’s meant to be a mish-mash of community content, not simply an events listing. Over a soda pop at The Crown, another former PI columnist told me not to talk about booze or broads. Point taken. I will take these
Fenik released his book, Seducing the Vote. At less than 100 pages, it’s a quick read. While the content is geared toward municipal politicians, there is some good advice about leadership. I also enjoyed gaining Mayor Fenik’s perspective on town-related scenarios he’s dealt with as mayor. Regardless if you feel the book is the right read for you, you have to give him credit. It’s one thing to write a book, it’s another to share it with the public and put himself out there.
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JAMES Private “I” pieces of advice to heart, but there is another group of people who need to provide their feedback: you, the reader. The Private I is a community forum, and I encourage you to contact me to provide your ideas and feedback on what the Private I means to you, and how you want to see this space used. Contact me via my editor at jason.marshall@ perthcourier.com. CANDY LADY They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but for one special lady, candy has been the secret ingredient to a long life. Weeks ago, you would have spotted a birthday announcement in the Courier for Sophia Nee Haggis, otherwise known at The Candy Lady. She celebrated her 100th birthday in January. Happy birthday, Sophia! For 60 years, her family operated the Haggis Candy Store on Gore Street, and she could be found behind the counter. I’m told they served up some amazing fudge. What was your favourite Candy Shop indulgence? HAVE YOU READ MAYOR FENIK’S BOOK? Earlier this year, Perth Mayor John
WALKS WITH TUX Each afternoon, I trudge around town with my black and white Springer Spaniel/Jack Russell dog, Tuxedo. My husband and I thought he would grow to become a small-tomedium-sized dog, Instead, he’s sitting at a sturdy 72 pounds, so you may spot me trying to control his strength during our time out together. On our walks, I often make observations about an occurrence in town. This week, I returned from our walk to see my green bin split in half. The cold weather makes the food stick to the bin, so the collectors often (and understandably) tap the green bin against the truck to break the food free. Yet this week’s collection was the last straw for my bin, and there is no way we could continue to dispose food waste in the bin, as it would make for a good dog’s breakfast. I went on the town’s website, and learned Town Hall will replace your green bin for free if it’s been broken by collectors. I called Town Hall to double check this was the correct procedure, and yes, they will replace it. We were on a waiting list for a week and then got the call to pick one up. Now we’re back in business.
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34 Herriott St., Perth, ON, K7H 1T2 Old Firehall with Hose Tower, beside the Library Voice: 613.267.3200 Fax: 613.267.6797 E-mail: welcome@ perthchamber.com Website: www.perthchamber.com President: Jack McTavish
Nominations are needed for the 2011 Perth Medal Do you know someone who is always helping others, gives many hours of volunteer time and consistently works for the good of the community? If you do, then why not nominate him/her for the 2011 Perth Medal? The Perth Medal is awarded annually by the Town of Perth to a person who has shown the greatest distinction in a number of endeavours to benefit the Perth community as a whole, with no monetary gain to themselves. This may be in the fields of community work, fundraising, voluntary work, etc. Nominees must be residents of Perth or the surrounding townships. The activity being recognized must be totally and singularly related to achievements within the town of Perth. No person elected to public office may be nominated, nor may the award be presented posthumously. Submissions required in writing by noon, Friday May 6th, 2011. Submissions will not be considered a er this date. Please send or deliver nominations to: Carol Qua rocchi, Co-manager Perth & District Chamber of Commerce 34 Herrio St., Perth, ON K7H 1T2 613-267-3200 Fax: 613--267-6797 Email to: welcome@perthchamber.com
For many years the Perth and District Chamber of Commerce and its Festival of the Maples committee have been wishing to enhance this already successful event. The Chamber’s Event Coordinator, Jordan Kennie has spearheaded the following weekend package, enticing those visiting Perth during the Festival of the Maples to see what Perth and the entire district has to offer………..
Sweet and Sticky Weekend in Perth We are so excited to announce that Nevis Estate and Drummond House in Perth, and The Rothwell Stone Cottage and The Roberts House in Westport, along with the Stone Cellar Restaurant and Ground Waves are coming together to provide a fabulous weekend package for those coming in from out of town! Thousands of people come to Perth for this one day event. We would love to see them stay a little longer, and experience the delicious food and the warm hospitality that Perth and district has to offer, as well as get a chance to check out some of our local merchants in a more relaxed atmosphere the next day.
Reservations Now Available! Sweet and Sticky/Festival Dinner at the Stone Cellar 5 Course Maple Themed Dinner with Wine Pairings • $75 per person • 613-267-0200 The dinner at the Stone Cellar is being offered as part of our Sweet and Sticky package, but is also open to anyone in Perth and District who wants to savour the deliciousness of Lanark’s finest Maple Syrup. Chef Jamie has been working overtime to dream up delicious ways to weave syrup into every course!
We thank all those who have already so generously become sponsors of this year’s festival Scotiabank • Perth Courier/Metroland Media • A&B Ford Sales Limited • Mike Fair Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac Ltd • Rivington Rally Honda • Town and Country Chrysler Crain’s Construction Ltd. • Perth Portable Toilet Rental • 3M Canada Inc. Crain & Schooley Insurance Brokers Ltd. & Financial Corporation • Lake 88.1 • Cogeco Cable Tackaberry Sand & Stone Ltd. • Ryan Communications Finnegan Insurance Brokers Ltd/ Aviva Insurance Company Lanark Leeds Homebuilder’s Association • Jade Transportation Services EMC Performance Printing • Rideau Heights Inn
35th Annual Festival of the Maples sponsorship opportunities This year marks the 35th Annual, and the commi ee is hoping to make it the best Festival of the Maples yet! Sponsorship Packages: This year, we are looking at finding new ways to provide our generous sponsors with even more value for their sponsorship dollars. Every level of sponsorship helps! Our new sponsorship categories are: Grade A -- $500 + hst • Grade B -- $300 + hst • Grade C -- $200 + hst Increasing our sponsorship dollars means that we are more able to promote our local businesses as well as our fabulous location to a broader audience, and it also allows us to make a great festival even be er! All sponsorship levels will include your logo and/or business name in local print media as well as in the entertainment flyer distributed throughout the O awa valley, stage announcements throughout the day, and signage depending on sponsorship level at the Festival itself. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor don’t wait for us to call you! Call Jordan at the Perth & District Chamber of Commerce 613-267-3200.
Check out storefront window at Shadowfax soon! Downtown Tourism Kiosk getting closer! Tourism information in the downtown core is ge ing closer to being available at the touch of a finger! The Through Glass Interactive Touch Screen Kiosk should be ready to go by mid-April. Ed Fortin, Fortin Consulting has received the last piece of the unit and installation can now be completed. The Corporate Image Commi ee of the Chamber and the Chamber’s webmaster, Shelley Montreuil of Strategic Media Solutions is currently working on the final enhancements to the website prior to installation. The BIA will be installing signage to direct tourists to the kiosk. The unit will be located at Shadowfax, 67 Foster St. Local residents and tourists will be able to search through the Chamber’s website, peruse local events and visit our member’s sites 24/7! We will keep you posted!
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Foodsmiths celebrates 35 years Providing customers with thousands of quality local, organic and natural products from leading manufacturers and local suppliers. Foodsmiths is an award winning natural food store, well known for its local focus, dedication to community and environmental initiatives and commitments. From the barrels and bins of a rural Lanark County farmhouse to over 6,500sq feet, the company is the largest natural food store in Canada per capita, but is a very large part of the “local” business community. Foodsmiths has grown through five different locations over the past 35 years to their current location. Their customer loyalty, bright clean store and excellent service-oriented reputation is a good example of the strong sustainable business community which has been a long tradition in Perth. Working closely with the region’s farmers and producers for fresh produce, Foodsmiths emphasizes local and organic products. While all products are not exclusively local and organic, they work hard to ensure wherever possible, their customers have access to the best local, fair trade and sustainably produced products. Environmental initiatives are nothing new for this ‘green’ grocery store. Their highly successful BYOB (Bring Your Own Bag) program has diverted well over 200,000 bags from landfill to-date and donated thousands of dollars to local charities. Foodsmiths also makes the extra effort to donate thousands of dollars of safe, usable food and products with close to best before dates or damaged packaging to the local foodbank, which for many large grocery stores ends up in the dumpster. Visit www.foodsmiths.com for more details.
We Welcome Our Newest Members Michael’s Table 110 Gore St. E., Perth Contact: Dawn or Penny Bell 613-267-0008 Family Dining WSCS Consulting Inc RR3 Perth Contact: Pete Wolters 613-267-7521 Health and safety training and consulting Storm Internet Services 38 Gore St. E., Perth Contact: Dave Chiswell 613-267-3801
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CARSSRIDGE APARTMENTS, a 1 bedroom for $885, available June 1. LARGE 3 bedroom, ground floor, $ 1,13 0 / m o n t h , available immediately, in quiet, adult-only security building with laundry. Heat, hydro and cable included. 613-283-9650.
1 bedroom apartment located downtown Perth. $650/month, utilities, fridge and stove included. Call Executive waterfront 2 613-267-6115. bedroom apartment 1 bedroom apartment, overlooking Tay Basin. third floor. Quiet, se- Private, quiet downcured building, down- town location. 5 applitown Perth. Heat, wa- ances, 1 1/2 baths, ter, fridge and stove in- two porches, in fully heritage cluded. $600/month. renovated $895 plus References required. home. 613-2676 1 3 - 2 6 7 - 4 8 4 4 , utilities. 4260, leave message. 10 a.m. -5 p.m. 1 bedroom apartment, Rideau Ferry. 950 sq. ft. New wood-burning stove. Newly painted, hardwood floors. $750/month. 613867-0134. 1 bedroom apartment. Fridge and stove. Central. Large yard. $499 monthly. 819-6846555. 1 bedroom apartment, newly renovated, centrally located. Quiet, secure building. Fridge, stove and water supplied. $600/month. No pets, no smoking. Available May 1. 613267-2687.
Fully renovated executive apartment in beautiful heritage building. 2 bedrooms, 1,000 sq. ft., with 10’ ceilings. Gourmet kitchen, AC, parking and laundry. Overlooking the Tay River Basin, 77 Gore St. Available May 1. $950 plus heat. Call Ron at 613-808-5430.
Available March 1: 1 bedroom second-floor downtown apartment, includes fridge, stove, heat and hot water, $600. Available April 1: small 1 bedroom apartment, includes fridge, stove, hot water, yard and parking; central location; $400 plus heat and hydro. Available April 1: large 2 bedroom secondfloor apartment, includes fridge, stove, hot water, yard and parking, $600 plus heat and hydro. Available April 1: 1 bedroom apartment, includes fridge, stove, fireplace, yard and parking, $600 plus heat and hydro. 613267-6315.
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Two 2 bedroom apartments, downtown. Fridge, stove, heat, parking included, plus hydro. No smoking. $650 and $750. Call Ian at 613-267-6583. Large 2 bedroom apartment on Foster Street. $650 plus utilities. One parking spot included. Please call 613-2676115. ROOM FOR RENT
“SNOWBIRD SPECIAL,” April-August, room and run of the house. In Perth, close to lakes. Heritage. $400, all facilities, Internet. 613-4566033. ROOM for rent, not furnished. House privileges. Available now. $400 plus share of utilities. 613-8886969. HEALTH & FITNESS
LOST & FOUND FOUND: Man’s wedding band, March 28, McDonald’s parking lot. Call 613-4792458. LOST: Car key on silver chain with beeper, St. Christopher medal and trinket. Friday, March 8 near Michael’s Table. 613466-0512. Pictures, pictures, pictures! If you have left a photograph with us within the past year and have not picked it up, please do so. The Perth Courier, 39 Gore St. E., Perth, 613-2671100. REUSE/RECYCLE
OFFER: Antique organ, not working, lovely furniture piece. Treadmill. You pick up. 613-267-2232. OFFER: Clear, clean plastic containers that fruit or veggies come in. 613-267-1100.
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Beautiful, large 1+ bedroom apartment. Spacious kitchen, living room, large bedroom with walk-in closet, bonus room, storage room, laundry facilities. Above professional centre. No pets, mature persons to apply. Available immediately. $1,000 plus heat and hydro. Call 613-2640302 or 613-3411934. PERTH: 2 bedroom upper duplex. Clean and bright. $598 plus hydro and cheap gas heat, parking. Walk to downtown. No dogs. References needed. 613-268-2432.
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FATHERS’ SUPPORT and information line, F.A.R.E., 613-264PERTH: 2 bedroom 8143. apartment in clean, quiet, security building. IF YOU WANT TO Fridge, stove, balcony QUIT drinking and and closet space. Park- need help, call Alcoholing and laundry on ics Anonymous, 613premises. Available 284-2696. now. $720/month plus hydro. No dogs. 613IS YOUR OBSESSION 349-9377. with food ruining your PERTH: Large two life? We can help. Anonybedroom apartment. Overeaters Great location. Fridge, mous, meetings every stove, heat, hydro, hot Wednesday, 7 p.m., water and parking in- Perth Baptist Church, cluded. $885/month. D’Arcy Street, back door. Available May 1. Info: Aprile, 613-259Please call 613-264- 5536. 0002. LIVING WITH OR Large 1 bedroom NEAR a drinking probapartment, downtown lem? Contact Al-Anon Perth. $720 per month. or Al-Ateen, 613-267Fridge, stove, utilities in- 4848 or 613-267cluded. Please call 613- 6039. 267-6115.
2 bedroom apartment. $830/month, includes heat and hydro. AvailCommercial office able April 1. 613space for rent. Ground 264-8380. floor, two rooms, ap- 2 bedroom apartment. proximately 250 sq. ft. Country brick. Walk to $650/month, utilities in- Perth. No dogs (show cluded. 613-267- birds next door). First, 6315. last, good credit. All updated. 613-267-7394. NEED AN OFFICE? $300/month all inclu- 2 bedroom apartment sive. Lots of parking, located on Cockburn newly renovated. Call Street, Perth. $750/ now, 613-264-0302 month. Water, fridge and stove included. or 613-341-1934. One bedLaundry on site. Call PERTH: second-floor 6 1 3 - 2 6 7 - room walkup apartment. 6115. HOUSES Close to downtown. FOR RENT 2 bedroom apartment, Fridge, stove, heat, hot recently renovated, 3 bedroom 1/2 du- downtown Perth. New water and parking inplex, close to down- appliances. Heat in- cluded. $575/month. town. Yard. No smok- cluded, hydro extra. Available May 1. ing, no pets. No parking available. Please call 613-2640002. $1,000/month, water 613-267-7841. included. 613-264PERTH: 10 Craig St. 2 2855. ASHLEY CHASE. bedroom apartment in Fine adult apart- quiet, clean, adult A furnished 4 bedroom ments overlooking building. Fridge, stove, house on 76 wooded the Tay River near parking and laundry inacres in the heart of downtown Perth. cluded. $756/month Brooke Valley. Big, One and two bed- plus utilities. Available open kitchen leads to rooms, some with immediately. 613-283living room with piano breakfast nook and 5996. and stone fireplace. 2 bathrooms, air Large family room, art- conditioning, whirlPERTH: 2 bedroom, ist studio and lots of pool, party room, liground floor, at books. Two full bath- brary, $675. 2 bedelevator. rooms, walkout decks. 613-267-6980. room apartment, Perfect for retreat or third floor, $735, family. School year ren- Attractive 1 bedroom parking included. tal from August 2011 - apartment in restored Freshly painted. July 2012. ale- Victorian home. $675/ Non-smoking appliwis@xplornet.com month, includes park- cant only. No pets. ing and laundry. First and last reSuitable for single, ma- quired. Available im613ture professional. Email: mediately. 267-6980. bwe@magma.ca.
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April 16, 2011 The Canadian Toy Testing Council is launching its annual fundraising campaign to support the production of the Annual Toy Report. Join us at the Hazeldean Mall, 300 Eagleson Rd., Kanata, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Spring Toy Sale – 50% off ticketed price of slightly used, previously tested toys plus HST.
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Job Posting Job Title: Permanent Full-Time District Service Representative Department: Circulation Department Location: Ottawa Job Summary: This is a challenging role that requires an enthusiastic and energetic individual who is a self starter with strong communication, organizational, computer and problem solving skills. Experience is not necessary as on-the-job training will be provided for the right candidate. Position Accountabilities: • A flair for dealing with customers in a patient and understanding manner • Excellent verbal & written communication skills • Detail oriented and highly organized • Ability to handle multiple demands and prioritize tasks • Address timely concerns in a timely and professional manner. • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint • Valid driver’s license and ability to provide his /her transportation • Previous customer experience an asset • Bilingualism in English and French an asset Competencies, Competencies: Action oriented, Drive for Results, Composure, Customer Focus, Creativity, Learning on the Fly, Time Management • Excellent attention to detail • Ability to build and develop effective relationships within the team and with carriers • Strong communication skills • Exceptional customer service skills • Solid organizational skills and time management skills with the ability to multi-task • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dead-line oriented environment What we can offer: • We offer competitive compensation package including mileage allowance • Comprehensive benefits package • We offer rewarding opportunities for development and advancement Interested and qualified candidates should forward their resume and cover letter no later than April 22, 2011 to the attention of Janet Lucas at Janet.lucas@metroland.com / Fax: 613-224-2265. No phone calls please and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. CL24146
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The family of the late Beth Armstrong wishes to express a heartfelt thank you to the many individuals and organizations who extended comfort to us and assisted with Beth’s care during her final months. Thanks to Dr. Tweedie and Dr. Morell and the nursing staff of G.W.M. Hospital for your kindness and compassion. Thanks to caregivers from the Red Cross and Community Care Access Centre for the daily home support. To her Lioness “sisters” and Rogers Road neighbours, our deepest appreciation for the visits, food and encouragement. Thank you to Rev. Blair Paterson for your visits and prayers and to Rev. Don Willmer for conducting the funeral service. To Blair and Son Funeral Home, sincerest gratitude for all that your staff did to support our family following Beth’s passing and throughout the funeral process. Thank you to Arlene Quinn, Lucas Armstrong and Jesse Barber for the musical tributes, to the grandchildren for their memories and to Harold Batoff and Dave Paul, who supported Beth’s sons and grandsons as pallbearers. Thank you finally, to our family, friends and co-workers for your understanding, messages of sympathy, floral and memorial donations and expressions of love throughout this difficult journey. God bless you all. Barry and Shirley, Bill and Karen and families
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Gordon W. McClure Passed away at Perth, on Tuesday, April 5, 2011 with dignity, following a hard fought battle with cancer at the age of 58 years. Gordon was the loved son of Daniel and the late May (Corbett) McClure and cherished husband of Marilyn Rodger. He will be sadly missed by his sister Carolyn (fiancé Verne), special nephew Christopher Davis, aunts Annie (late Ed) Bender and Nora (late Stewart “Bud”) Aseltine, his special friends Peter and Katie Noonan, Lynda and Bill Levesque and all his friends and colleagues from P.W.G.S.C. who stood by him. Gordon was predeceased by Marilyn’s parents, Len and Lea Rodger and Marilyn’s sister, Anna-Lea (Rodger) Head. Services for Gordon will be held in the chapel of the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W., Perth on Friday, April 15 at 3 p.m. A time of fellowship and remembering will follow in the Blair & Son Family Centre. Gordon’s family wish to give heartfelt thanks to Drs. VanNoppen and Miller and the special staffs of the emergency department and second floor of the Perth Hospital. In remembrance, memorial contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation, 33 Drummond St. W., Perth ON K7H2K1 would be appreciated.
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Peacefully at Perth Community Care Centre with her family present on Friday, April 8, 2011 Carmel Florence (Leonard) Kerr at the age of 76. Predeceased by her husband of 56 years Charles V. Kerr. Loving mother of Kevin (Vanessa), Florence (Tom Gorham), Floyd (Susan), Keith (Margaret), Marie (late Robert) Killeen, Paul (Fernanda) and Janet Bernicky. Cherished grandma of Amy, Chuck, Jamie, Kurtis, Adam, Alison, Melissa, Victoria, Megan, Stephanie, Vincent, Kyla, Tyler, Jimmi, Ben, Nick, Katie and great grandma of Olivia, Abbie, Carson, Chase, Charlotte, Jordan and Rosalind. Carmel will be fondly remembered by all her extended family and friends. Friends paid their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated in St. John’s Church, Perth on Monday, April 11, 2011 at 11 a.m. Interment, St. Bridget’s Cemetery, Stanleyville. In remembrance, contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society or C.H.E.O. would be appreciated.
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brier.dodge@metroland.com Next time you’re at the grocery store, put more of those leafy greens and apples in your cart, leave tobacco behind the counter, and walk the long way to your car. Statistics Canada released a health profile comparison on Feb. 28 that compared residents in the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit (LGL) against Ontario averages. While the area beat provincial averages in some categories, it fell short in several others. “It wasn’t a surprise,” said Dr. Paula Stewart, Medical Officer of Health for LGL. “We’ve seen these patterns before; part of it is because we’re a rural area. Across Canada, we find that rural areas don’t do as well.” Some of the factors are influential on other categories – for example, obesity rates increase arthritis, said Stewart.
Statistics The area fell short in several categories, including: *22.6 per cent of the population is obese, compared with the Ontario average of 17.4 per cent. *21.9 per cent report arthritis, compared to 16.8 per cent of the Ontario population. *22.6 per cent report heavy drinking, compared with the Ontario average of 15.6 per cent. *37.6 per cent reported five servings of fruit or vegetables a day, compared with 44.1 per cent in Ontario. *10.4 per cent of residents are exposed to second-hand smoke at home, compared to the Ontario average of 5.3 per cent. The area did beat Ontario in other areas: *Almost six per cent higher flu immunization and 96.1 per cent of residents reporting a regular doctor. *The area also reported a lower infant mortality rate, 3.8 deaths per 1,000 live births compared to the 5.1 Ontario average. The babies are certainly healthy, also reporting a lower rate of babies born underweight than the Ontario average. *Almost seven per cent fewer children are living in low income households. *The suicide and self-inflicted injuries rate was slightly slower, with seven per 100,000 people versus 7.7 in Ontario. *Five per cent more residents reported a sense of community belonging. *Slightly over seven per cent more residents reported participating in leisure time physical
activity. These statistics are common to see in rural areas, said Melanie Josee Davidson, program lead for the Canadian Population Health Initiative (CPHI). She said it comes down to education, employment and income, all factors that differ from rural to urban populations. “It is very complicated and a reflection of social factors, with differences among men and women,” said Stewart. For example, in the LGL health unit, men are much more likely to be daily smokers than women. While men are more likely to be heavy drinkers than the Ontario average, women are slightly less likely. And while both men and women were likely to be overweight, LGL women were far higher above the Ontario average than men. While LGL residents do report a higher than usual level of physical activity in leisure time, Stewart said that in urban areas, more physical activity is geared to weight management, such as gym workouts. In 2006, the CPHI, in partnership with other organizations, published a study called How Healthy are Rural Canadians? The study said that there are a larger number of reasons why rural areas report poorer health that urban areas, but the predominant reasons are lifestyle and health service access. Though lifestyle did benefit rural communities in one way – reported stress levels were lower than those who live in urban areas. The report also said that rural communities reported fewer of the majority of cancers. The study was published five years ago, but Davidson said that the statistics are still relevant and the trends still applicable to today. Population composition can influence trends too, as young people are less likely to report health problems. LGL has a greater population of seniors, said Stewart.
created for rural citizens to match effectiveness. Davidson said that several prairie provinces have adapted new methods of specialized clinics and screenings, such as mammograms, which have proved successful. The clinic is mobile and travels from community to community. “It just raises more awareness (about different health issues) and makes it less stigmatized,” said Davidson. “It’s been very successful.” The LGL health unit is currently working on the healthy community partnership to improve unhealthy trends. This means the health unit partners with other organizations to implement different campaigns. In March, the focus was on healthy eating and the appropriate amount of fruit and vegetable consumption. For the nutritional campaign this month, there is a partnership with EatRight Ontario to publicize available dieticians. The
health unit also put together a listing of locally grown fruits and vegetables. “Our health unit is recognizing that the factors that influence all of these lifestyle things aren’t simple. It’s not a matter of saying ‘you need to exercise more,’” said Stewart. She said that the urban shift towards walking more for day to day errands can’t happen in rural areas – where it is often required to get in the car to purchase a bag of milk. There can also be a lack of access to fresh fruits and vegetables. “There is a steadiness in the rural areas, which is a really helpful thing, but change in behaviour can take longer. I also think that urban areas have more resources than the rural areas,” she said, citing examples such as gyms and many grocery stores. The healthy birth rates can be explained by less infertility treatments, which have a higher chance of leading to multiple
births. Twins and triplets are high risk births, which LGL sees less of, Stewart said. “I have some possible interpretation, but we need to understand the differences better to help us improve our programs,” said Stewart. She also said that in higher education is associated with healthier behaviours. In Ottawa and LGL, almost 15 per cent fewer individuals have postsecondary education. But of course, every community is different. While the 2006 study on rural Canadians reported more than a six-fold increase in suicide rates, LGL reported slightly less. There are resources in place to become educated on the campaigns and initiatives to improve health. The health unit has a wide variety of resources and programs available. To get involved with one of the programs or take advantages of the resources, visit the health unit online at www.healthunit.org.
Addressing the issue Stewart said that the health unit is aware of these statistics, and that they have a responsibility to try and improve them. A large part is decreasing smoking and access to tobacco. She said they have specific tobacco enforcement officers and education in the classrooms to prevent smoking patterns from continuing. The 2006 study on rural Canadians suggested that certain prevention methods have been designed to operate in urban settings and different methods and awareness needed to be
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and experienced trainer and facilitator with Volunteer Ottawa. In addition to her role as a trainer and facilitator, Leonard is a longtime, enthusiastic volunteer in her community. The cost of the workshop is $10 per participant and spaces are limited, so groups are encouraged to register participants early. Information about the workshop and registration forms
are available by email at pdcf@ bellnet.ca or by calling 613-3260295. Community groups, big and small, rely on the valuable services of volunteers. This workshop will help to provide the tools for groups to enhance the volunteer experience within their organization. Submitted by the Perth and District Community Foundation.
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MANDATE: Reporting to the Director of LCHC, the incumbent will be the first point of contact for inquiries at the Lanark County Housing Corporation. The incumbent will receive and prepare maintenance requests from tenants, prepare external work orders and purchase orders, accept rental payments, prepare deposits and lease renewals and assist with the tender process. In addition, clerical support will be provided to department staff as well as provide backup to other clerical positions in the office.
Volunteer workshop in June The Perth and District Community Foundation is pleased to announce it will be hosting a Volunteer Recruitment, Retention and Recognition Workshop for groups in our community that rely on the services of valued volunteers. The workshop takes place on Wednesday, June 1 from 1 to 4 p.m. in Perth. It will be facilitated by Rose Anne Leonard, a dynamic
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Musical Musings All the songs on Adelaide were written by 25-year-old Kyle Spinks, who grew up listening to and later sitting in on guitar with his father Johnny Spinks’ country band. His lyrics tend to be dark in nature, yet the melodic accompaniment, along with a nice variety of styles, keeps listening interesting. Spinks’ acoustic guitar and raspy vocals are complemented by his cousin, James Walters, who adds tasty electric guitar and background vocals; Chris Metcalfe on drums and background vocals and Tom Brown on bass and background vocals. Check them out when you can. There’s a freshness that’s quite appealing. The next day had me enjoying a veteran blues singer who never ceases to impress with her presence, her haunting, powerful
Local youth return from the Unite and Ignite national youth conference Recently, thanks to the generosity of community sponsors, YAK Youth Centre sent eight youth to the Unite and Ignite national youth conference in Ottawa. Laura Adrain, Nikki Stiller, Gab-by Peterka, Brittney Wilkinson, Chris Thompson, Ethan McFarland, Sam Scanlon and Cassi Gogo were accompanied by Tara Cameron, program director, and September Scribailo, program co-ordinator. The trip was a huge success, with youth participating in themed workshops about the significance of working together to solve issues facing youth and
the importance of establishing good relationships with their communities. The youth made decisions and suggestions to combat youth homelessness and prevent youth suicides. Some were involved in workshops exploring effective means to prevent youth substance abuse and bullying. They took part in discussions and decision-making on how to engage and retain youth in small communities. The annual conference was organized by Youth Centres Canada and The Students Commission of Canada and this year, it attracted more than 400
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captured from this population of tortured souls. A highlight tune for me was “These Four Walls.” I gotta tell ya, Chiarelli takes you there with her power but then massages you throughout any tale she conjures up. We’re stroked with the nuances her vocal pizzazz creates, from gospelinspired roars to whispered whimpers dripping in emotion. Pure Chiarelli. I’m still shivering from the memory. So I guess when you get down to it, within our local quadrants we’re lucky to chance upon so many amazing musical opportunities, from garages to soft-seaters and everything in between. Without having to travel far, we have the opportunity to be taken away artistically by so many great musicians who are able to satisfy so many styles, genres and tastes. Keep ’em comin. Lord tundrin’, does it get any better than this?
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voice, every time I see her. I’m speaking, of course, of Canada’s own Rita Chiarelli. I’ve seen her in the past, both solo and with a variety of backup bands. I have enjoyed them all, but this show had a special charm about it, which I finally realized was…no drums. Papa John King has been backing her for 16 years, and he showed why as he gave his acoustic guitar a major workout, squeezing out some heartwrenching riffs. My feeble brain lost her double bass player’s name, but he kept everything steady, adding tasty strides north and south. Our host for the afternoon was Joey Wright, who sat in on mandolin and electric guitar, adding subtleties that further tweaked the sweet grooves being offered. A sweet, sexy groove that sucked us up. As previously mentioned, the drums were noticeably absent. I felt it really allowed Chiarelli’s vocals to stand on their own, to establish the rhythm in her own sultry way. Chiarelli is a road-trouper of Italian heritage, originally from Hamilton, Ont. Her usually self-penned lyrics are strong, well-worded stories melding her unique bluesy style with jazz, Cajun, folk, rock or gospel. Chiarelli is a veteran of North America and Europe. She spent most of the 1980s in Italy and Europe, where she has developed a huge following. That road-worn voice of hers could power through many a rockin’ hall and yet be as silky and sensuous as teasing
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The Ladies Auxiliary Honours and Awards dinner is on Tuesday, April 26 beginning at 6 p.m. On Saturday, April 30 there will be a Maplefest breakfast and in the afternoon, we will be having another meat draw. The members, staff and executive offer our deepest condolences to our executive member, Bill McKenzie, on the passing of his wife, Fay. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Correction to the photo in the paper last week: the recipient for the GWM Foundation was Gordon Jones. I was misinformed as I put the photo in. My apologizes to Gordon. Saturday is the Industrial Dart League banquet. The Legion will be closed on Friday, April 22 for Good Friday. The general meeting is on Monday, April 25, when nominations will again be opened for our upcoming elections in
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Check out the upcoming events in the community bulletin board its monthly birthday party. Entertainment starts at 2 p.m. and all musicians are welcome. • A single parenting support group will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. at 30 Bennett St. in Carleton Thursday, April 14 Place. Free child care is available • The Active Seniors Koalition to those who register. Call 613-259(ASK) is hosting shuffleboard at 2182 or 1-866-762-0496. the Watson’s Corners Hall at 10:30 Sunday, April 17 a.m. Bring a brown bag lunch. • A Yogi Tea Cafe will be held Call 613-259-5447 for information. • Yoga with a certified instruc- at Lively Up at 981 Concession 11, tor will be held at the Tatlock Hall McDonalds Corners. An Indian from 7 to 8 p.m. Call 613-256-3453. vegetarian potluck dinner will be • Film Night International held at 6 p.m., followed by a Yogi presents The Concert - France/ Bhajan Video Lecture. A donation Russia, rated 14A at Premier to cover costs is requested. Call Cinemas in Smiths Falls. Tickets Parmatma at 613-326-0989. • The third annual Breakfast for cost $10 at the door. CHEO will be held at the Watson’s Friday, April 15 Corners community hall from 8 • The Royal Canadian Legion a.m. to 1 p.m. It will be a buffet branch 395 in Lanark will hold its style breakfast and costs $10 for monthly euchre party at 7:30 p.m. adults. Children ages six to 12 are There will be prizes and a light $5 and kids under five are free. • The final music jam of the supper served. season will be held at the ABC Saturday, April 16 hall in Bolingbroke, followed • St. Paul’s United Church will by a community potluck dinner. host a community dinner from 4:30 Music will take place from 1 to to 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome. 5 p.m., with dinner at 5:30 p.m. • The 19th annual Maberly Come out to hear the talented Maple Festival pancake brunch musicians. Dinners are $5 per will take place at the Maberly person ($10 per family) and bring Community Hall from 10 a.m. un- a favourite dish. Open mike til 1 p.m. The cost is $10 for adults sessions will resume in the fall. and children under 12 are free. For information, call 613-273-2571. • The Rideau Vista Spring • The Rideau Trail Association Mom-to-Mom Sale will take place is hosting a level one, 12-kilometre from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Rideau hike from Roger Stevens Dr. to Vista Public School in Westport. Burritts Rapids. Participants are We sell gently used kids’ clothes, asked to meet at Conlon Farm toys, books, baby equipment at 9 a.m. or at the Old Sly Road and maternity clothes. For more parking lot at 9:30 a.m. We will information, please email nicole. stop in Merrickville after the scott@ucdsb.on.ca. hike for snacks and beverages. • The Rideau Trail Association Call Janet at 613-284-2127 for more is hosting its central club annual information. general meeting and open house. Monday, April 18 The AGM will take place from • Open Doors for Lanark Children 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and the open house will be held from and Youth Parent Seminar Series 1 to 4 p.m. Both events will be presents “When Your Child is held at McMartin House at 125 Anxious – What Parents Can Gore Street East. Everyone is Do to Help Worry Prone Kids welcome. Thrive.” In this free workshop, • The Royal Canadian Legion parents will learn: where does Branch 395 will be hosting worry come from? What makes
worry grow or shrink, when to take action and how, along with parent intervention strategies. The seminar will take place at The Stewart School at 7 Sunset Blvd, Perth from 6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. For information or to preregister, call 613-283-8260 ext. 221 or call toll free 1-877-232-8260.
the Beta Sigma Phi sorority and proceeds go to the Dental Issues Group. Tickets are $10. For tickets or more information, call Judy at 613-273-3546, or Nancy at 613-2722067. • Westport United Church is
hosting the Kingston Chamber Choir during their spring tour “Music to Move You” with artistic director Gordon Sinclair at 2:30 p.m. Admission is a freewill offering and refreshments will be served.
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Thursday, April 21 • The Butterfly Fan Club, Perth and District Breast Cancer Support Group, will be held at the Perth Family Health Centre at 33 Lewis St. from 7 to 9 p.m. For more information call Carleen at 613-812-4474.
Friday, April 22 • The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 395 in Lanark is hosting a fish and chip dinner at 5 p.m. All are welcome.
Sunday, April 24 • There will be no Lions Club birthday jamboree this month because of Easter weekend activities. See you next month.
Friday, April 29 • A Charity Book Sale will be held at the Alzheimer Society Main Office (Lanark Lodge Building) at 115 Christie Lake Rd. from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The entrance is to the far left of Lanark Lodge’s main entrance.
Saturday, April 30 • First Baptist Church will host a community dinner from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome. • A roast beef supper is being held at St. John’s Anglican Church on Ferguson Falls Rd., at the corner of Hwy. 7 and Ferguson Falls Rd., between Carleton Place and Perth, east of Innisville. The supper will start at 4:30 p.m. and will end at 6:30 p.m.
The GWM Hospital Foundation takes pleasure in acknowledging the generous contribution from Carolina Retirements Suites towards the Foundation’s fundraising event – Black Tie Bingo – that was held Saturday, April 9 at Code’s Mill on the Park. The proceeds of the Black Tie Bingo will be directed towards the purchase of nine computers on wheels to benefit patient care at the GWM site of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. Contributions such as Carolina Retirement Suites helped us realize this goal. Thank you very much Tracey and Diane! Shown above are, from left: Tracey Foster, General Manager of Carolina Retirement Suites; Margot Hallam, GWM Foundation Executive Director and Black Tie Bingo co-chairperson; Diane Chillingworth, Marketing Manager of Carolina Retirement Suites; and Gord Cowie, GWM Foundation Board member and Black Tie Bingo co-chairperson. This message is generously underwritten by
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their extended health care plan. Focusing on a calm and healthy lifestyle, The Beach House offers many other forms of bodywork. Now offering YOGA classes twice a week. Stretching should be an important part of our daily routine as it helps to release tension and stress, builds strength and brings balance to the mind and body. For those who don’t stretch enough, The Beach House offers 2 different styles of Thai Massage. Traditional Thai Massage focuses on the unblocking the flow of energy (or Chi) that is believed to be in each of us. Performed on a mat, this aggressive form of Thai starts at the feet and moves through the body using pressure points and connects movement to breath.
Massage is a hands on manipulation of soft tissues of the body including muscles, connective tissue, tendons. Ligaments and joints. Registered Massage Therapy can benefit several conditions such as headaches, sports injury, whiplash disorders, sciatica, tendinitis, stroke, and carpal tunnel to name a few. It is also an effective form of stress reduction as well as reducing any discomfort during pregancy. Massage Therapy benefits people of ALL ages. Many private insurance companies cover massage therapy under
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WILD WILD FUNDRAISER Team Final Answer takes a break during the third annual Trivia Night held at St. Paul’s United Church on April 1. The event was organized by the St. Paul’s Youth Group (SPY) to raise funds for youth programs. Proceeds were shared with the Food for Thought Program. Kassina Ryder photo
Oddities with PDCI Vocal Ensemble prepare for their annual food bank fundraiser If music be the food of love, sing on! Music may be the food of love, but at this concert, money will be raised to feed the body. Oddities with friends will be singing for the supper of hundreds of people who rely on the food bank every year. Come and hear Oddities with the PDCI Vocal Ensemble on Sunday, May 1 at 7 p.m. Nicola Oddy and Jack Hurd will lead the groups in a repertoire of jazz, classical, original and pop music in the Mason Theatre at Perth and District Collegiate Institute. This year, the concert will feature McGill music student and flautist Cody Martin, who is returning to Perth for this concert. We are also very fortunate to be joined by guitarists Andy
Cockburn and Tony LeDuc and pianist Aidan Shenkman. All profits from the concert will be donated to the Perth and District Food Bank. In addition, if you bring an extra donation of cash or food for the food bank, you could win a maple gift basket donated by Paul’s Maple Products! Oddities, led by Oddy and Hurd, came by its name after some jostling with the name of original leader, Oddy, and the unusual format of the group. It may be familiar to many of you as a folk choir which started at St. Paul’s United Church in Perth in 1993, and has since expanded to become a community group with a life of its own. The group has done warm-up sets for Garnet
Rogers, and the Nylons, and has commissioned an arrangement of a song by Ian Tamblyn, with whom the group has performed. We’ve recorded some tracks for Hurd’s album currently in process, raised funds for our local food bank, and delight in collaborating with other local groups. This non-auditioned choir sings together every Saturday morning at the First Baptist Church on D’Arcy Street and welcomes new members. Tickets are $6.50 per person and are available in advance from Tickets Please at www. ticketsplease.ca or at the door. For more information about the concert, or becoming a member of the choir, call Oddy at 613-264-0242.
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Earth Day Celebration on Blueberry Mountain and deeply missed trees and shrubs on the barren plains. Morton understood the importance of trees for shade and windbreaks, for building houses and for fuel and, being a journalist, decided to write an article encouraging other pioneers to plant trees on their farms. He made a promise to donate $100 to the farmer who planted the most trees. On the first Arbour Day
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Bonnie Strachan, a 30-year volunteer with the Canadian Cancer Society, receives her daffodil pin from local branch president Natalie Gibb-Carsley during the “Daffodil Kick-off” on March 30. The event marked the beginning of the society’s current fundraising campaign, in which they encourage wearing the new pin as a sign of support. Geoff Davies photo
in 1872, over one million trees were planted in one day. It soon became an annual event and was eventually celebrated on Morton’s birthday, April 22nd. Almost 100 years later in 1970, American senator Gaylord Nelson decided to change the focus of the Arbour Day event to help draw attention to the deterioration of the earth’s natural resources. The celebration was named Earth Day, with 20 million Americans celebrating the event. Twenty years later, one of the original event co-ordinators, Harvard University student Denis Hayes, decided to take it to the international level. In 1990, Hayes helped organize Earth Day events in 141 nations, including Canada. Today, Earth Day is celebrated by more than 175 different countries. In Canada, Earth Day has expanded into Earth Week and even Earth Month to accommodate the numerous celebrations. Many people in eastern Ontario celebrate Earth Day by climbing Blueberry Mountain, one of the highest peaks around. Blueberry Mountain lies in the heart of Cliffland, 1250 acres of protected wilderness near Flower Station. The Clifford family has a Conservation Agreement with the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust Conservancy to protect the land for 999 years and allow its forest to return to its natural old- growth state. If you’ve never had the joy of seeing the first tiny shoots of spring green appear along the path to the mountaintop and listening to the cascading waterfall, then you won’t want to miss it. The view from the top of Blueberry Mountain is exceptionally beautiful in the springtime and it’s no mystery why it was named one of the Seven Wonders of Lanark County. This year’s Earth Day guided nature walk will be held on Saturday, April 16, departing at 10a.m. sharp. The cost is $10 and all proceeds will be donated
to the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust Conservancy. We suggest you bring a picnic lunch to enjoy at the top. We will also be offering a 50/50 draw to raise funds for ongoing stewardship of the properties entrusted to the
land conservancy. Winners will be announced after the hike while refreshments are served. For more information, please contact Howard or Jean Clifford at 613-259-3412. Directions are available at www.mmltc.ca.
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The GWM Hospital Foundation takes pleasure in acknowledging the generous contribution from the Kiwanis Club of Perth towards the Foundation’s fundraising event – Black Tie Bingo – which was held Saturday, April 9 at Code’s Mill on the Park. The proceeds of the Black Tie Bingo were directed towards the purchase of 9 computers on wheels to benefit patient care at the GWM site of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. Contributions such as the Kiwanis Club of Perth’s helped us realize this goal. Thank you very much Kiwanis Club of Perth! Shown above are, left to right; Ron Jones, Kiwanis Director, Margot Hallam, GWM Foundation Executive Director and Black Tie Bingo co-chairperson, Helen Gamble, Kiwanis President, Gord Cowie, GWM Foundation Board member and Black Tie Bingo co-chairperson and Kiwanis Charter Member Peter Kotsovolos. This message is generously underwritten by
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Did you ever wonder about the origin of the Earth Day celebration? Those of us from the older generation will remember that there was no such celebration when we were young. Who invented it then? Earth Day used to be called Arbour Day, which originated in the late 1800s. Young Sterling Morton and his new bride had moved from the east to Nebraska
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We are the champions! The Perth Lanark Minor Hockey Association held its fourth annual awards banquets between March 31 and April 6 at the Timber Run Golf Course in Lanark. The Perth Courier was there snapping photos as PeeWee, Bantam, Midget, Atom and Novice level teams honoured their players and volunteers. Here are some photos of award winners, the first of several installments to run in the coming weeks.
(Left) Justin Reesor and Calem Lesser strike a celebratory pose with the Rodney J. McDougall Memorial trophy, also known as the Heart and Soul Award. From the PeeWee B1 and B2 teams, respectively, the boys shared the award, which is awarded for outstanding positive attitude. Geoff Davies photo
(Right) Brock McNaughton was recognized as the Most Dedicated Player by his Atom B team. Ryan Holland photo
(Top left) The Atom A team won the Buck Cordick Memorial Award, which is given annually to a team of “unsung heroes,” as selected by the Cordick and King families. Ryan Holland photo
(Top right) Major Bantam player Kaleb Bingley (left) was recognized as the league’s best defenceman, Dean Chew (middle) was honoured as Volunteer of the Year, and Major PeeWee player Jesse Vincent (right) won the Rusty White Memorial trophy, given annually to an outstanding forward. Geoff Davies photo (Left) Mitch Mahon (left) joins Nick Demers (middle) and Tom Coyne (right) in celebrating their special awards. Mahon, from the Bantam B1 team, was recognized for outstanding play in goal, as did Major Bantam player Demers. Coyne, a Minor Midget, was recognized as an outstanding defenceman. Geoff Davies photo
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Bittersweet goodbye at Blue Wings awards banquet BY GEOFF DAVIES geoff.davies@perthcourier.com
Having recently bought the Ottawa West Golden Knights, coach Steve Sundin bid adieu to the Perth Blue Wings at the club’s award banquet on April 8. Bouncing between gleeful humour and contained emotion, Sundin’s address showed just how bittersweet the move is for him. “(The Blue Wings) are a great organization. They’ll only lose two games a year: when they come to Ottawa West and when we come here,” Sundin joked. Speaking after the awards presentation, Ken “Skip” Patterson reiterated the previous plea for volunteers. “I’m going to be stepping out, as of tonight,” Patterson said. If new volunteers don’t step forward this month to fill vacant spots on the executive and help with fundraising initiatives, the owners may have to consider selling to private interests, he said. “We need help, major help.”
After winning the Harper Trophy – honouring the ‘ability, desire, fair play’ creed of a former Blue Wings coach – (from left) Blair Barr poses with coaches Rob Dier and Steve Sundin. Geoff Davies photos
Mark Vradenburg Rookie of the Year
Adam Emmerton Best Defenceman
Sean McGillivray Most Improved Player
Nick Brunet Coach’s Award
Zack McMillan Playoff MVP
Novice A team brings home the banner The Perth Lanark Novice A hockey team topped off an exciting and successful year by winning the Lanark Carleton Minor Hockey League Consolation Championship. The Wings surprised the entire LCMHL Novice A league with a 8-10-2 record in regular season play and finished sixth in a league of 11 teams. This is the best result for Perth Lanark Novice A hockey in many years. Placed in the Consolation Pool, the Wings continued to build on their season momentum and posted a 3-1 record and top spot in the round-robin of the playoffs.
The Perth Lanark Novice A hockey team is, from left, (front row) Curtis Jesty, Will Mierau, Justin Dowdall, Brody Fournier, Jack Bourque, Declan Perkins, (middle row) Liam Graham, Lucas Marr, Mason King, Jake Mitchell, Charli Kettyle, Will Bellamy, (back row) Scott Mierau (coach), Daniel Bourque (assistant coach), Brent Graham (trainer), and Andrew Perkings (assistant coach).
The Wings were matched with the Carleton Place Kings for the final round of the playoffs. The teams skated to a 4-4 draw in the first game in Lanark. Going back to Carleton Place the Kings gained the series advantage in the second game of the series with a 4-1 victory. With their backs to the wall the Wings pulled out a decisive 4-1 victory on their home ice, setting up a final showdown game of the four point series in Carleton Place. On Sunday, April 3, the Wings skated to an exciting and hardfought 2-1 victory to bring home the Consolation Winner Banner to Perth.
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IN THE HOUSE The fifth annual Diversicare Grand Masters Provincial Curling Championship for curlers over 70, held at the Thornhill Golf and Country Club on March 25 and 26 was won by Austin Palmer of the host club. A team from the Perth Curling Club (pictured) of Merv Roberts (skip), Al Chaplin, Gord Burke and Fred Brownlee won the second event.
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Russian hockey coach, German Chumachek, was presented with gifts at the Smiths Falls Community Centre on April 7. Chumachek is revisiting the area – and getting reacquainted with old friends – 16 years after he brought his Spartakovec hockey team here from Ekaterinburg. Pictured here are Nick Timchenko, Ron Stronski, Glen “Red” Blair, Rick St. Dennis, German Chumachek, Bill Brady, Police Capt. Hardy, and Ron Stewart.
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The Race for Bev at the Mill of Kintail will help support CHEO The Burn Your Bra for Bev fundraising committee will be hosting another run at the Mill of Kintail Conservation Area on April 30.
scenic nature trails throughout 11:30 a.m. or even a 15-kilometre run, or you Proceeds from the run will would like to make running easier the site. A variety of terrain, forest and water features make go towards funding a special and more enjoyable for you, then the run an interesting and slightly cancer research tool at CHEO join us Saturdays to find out more. that is seeking a new, non-toxic Spending an hour a week in the challenging experience. “Last year’s route was all treatment for children dealing fresh air, in a beautiful, natural on trails and the feedback was with cancer. The Race for Bev at setting, working toward your goal, very encouraging. It seems that the Mill of Kintail is the perfect can be one of the most beneficial whether you are a regular runner, way to get this running season things you do for yourself. walker or just out for a good off to a great start. Join us for the walk/run on There will also be free running April 30 and you will not only help cause, the natural scenery is a key attraction,” explained race training at the Mill on Saturday yourself and your family, but you mornings in April at 8:30 a.m. If will also be helping millions of co-ordinator Kristy Giles. The registration fee is purely you are not sure if you are up for children that could benefit from by donation. You can download a a race, or if you want to go from the money raised for CHEO. We registration form from burnyour a five-kilometre to a 10-kilometre can’t wait to see you on the trails! bra.ca. Registration is the day of the race between 8:30 and 10 a.m., when the race starts. Every finisher gets a medal We offer fun and affordable sports programs that run from May to August! because everyRegister by April 15th and save $10 on the price listed below. one is a winner We offer these fun programs for different age groups. and door-prize winners will be Baseball ($35) Soccer ($40) announced at Ages 5 to 18 (4 groups) Ages 4 to 14 (4 groups) Burgess - Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Mondays 6 to 7 p.m. - Glen Tay Public School Spartan Scene Fallbrook - Tues. or Wed. 6:30 p.m. For Maberly - Wednesdays 6 or 7:30 p.m. results, try High School League - Thursday evenings 7:00 pm at Glen Tay Public School goals. In the end, however, years Courier of experience proved more HOW TO REGISTER? beneficial than youthful energy, classifieds and the teachers came out on top. Registration forms can be downloaded on the Township’s website at www.tayvalleytwp.ca or picked up at the Township Office. To register, visit the Township Office Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Payment can be made by cash, debit or cheque. This run always has something for everyone, with a two-kilometre family run as well as five-km, 10km and 15-km routes. All routes are on the beautiful,
Sports take the lead at SJCHS For students at St. John Catholic High School, athletics extend beyond the typical interschool competition. With the basketball and hockey seasons coming to a close, players proved that sports are not just about competition, but co-operation and good old fun. The boys’ basketball all-star games were hosted Wednesday, March 30, here at St. John. Three all-star players from each high school within the Lanark County region are chosen to play in this end-of-the-season game. Most impressively, schools combine their talents, competing north against south. That is, SJCHS, Perth and District Collegiate Institute and Smiths Falls and District Collegiate Institute against Carleton Place Hight School, Notre Dame Catholic High Sschool and Almonte District High School. Both southend teams pulled through with an honorary win. Our senior team was represented by all-stars Brad Hannigan, Peter McGahey and Shaquille Jn’Louis. Luke Marando, Tim Loten and Tanner Koziel represented SJCHS in the junior all-star game. Students then had the opportunity to cheer on their fellow hockey players, as the Grade 12 male and female players joined forces against faculty members in the student-teacher hockey game. The Grade 12 students played gallantly. The students dominated with an early goal, much to the delight of supporting fans. Devan Barr, Lee Bingley, Bradley Hannigan and Bryant Oakes all scored
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These ladies participated in the third annual Silver Tea fundraiser for the Newboro United Church at the Newboro Community Hall on April 2. The event was held to raise funds to make the church’s washroom wheelchair accessible. Newboro resident Fern Boyd started the event three years ago, which now includes the help of Silver Tea president Sandra Freeman. From left, Mary Dopson, Hazel Wykes and Shelvy Pollard. Kassina Ryder photo
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I’m wondering ... Jesus and destructively deviant, lived from a centred life and all that erodes peace and of prayer and communion purpose by stepping into the with his Father. messiness of life with the His daily conversations same love and wisdom of the and interactions with the Father Jesus brought to us? people around him flowed What if we truly sought to be with alertness to the empowered to release the love Spirit’s guidance working of God collectively through to bring about the reign the life of every follower, of God in body, mind and praying in unity that whole • Learn how to cleanse spirit in those who were communities would receive • Learn about releasing toxins from drawn to engage with his and live out his life as an message and ministry alternative to the increasingly your body which allows for of hope for the world. fractured world we know? Through prayer, he himself What if a life of prayer easier weight loss discovered a reservoir of meant both caring for the • Learn how to nourish your body St. Andrew’s spiritual strength in the untouchables, unnoticed and knowledge of his Father’s unappreciative, and speaking with valuable nutrients Presbyterian love to reach out freely spiritual truth into the inner • To re-energize Religion Today places of dryness, disregard to the untouchables, the unnoticed, the unappreor despair in broken lives? • To feel alive! ciative, and the unnerved who heard I wonder what might be accomplished in his teaching new ways in which the through a widespread and persevering intentions of God’s heart were to be prayer from every corner of his church? realized in individuals and in their We are about to enter holy week, resociety. Through prayer, he lovingly membering the suffering, death and resfaced rejection and purposeful threats urrection of our Lord. Throughout his from the religious authorities of the ministry, Jesus chose early morning to draw time, who were seemingly uninterested aside with the Father to prepare himself to Come talk to people in the healing, wisdom and new live as he was called to live. life he offered and wanting only the How about if we each set aside a time to who have done it, unchallenged authority their roles and spend this week praying together as one who are doing it, positions had given them. Through body for changes that need to be made in prayer, even the agonizing prayer in the our own hearts, for our community, our and who know all about it. garden of Gethsemane when the thought country and for our world to honour the of bearing the cost of our sin on a cruel great sacrifice he made for us as we let his Roman cross of crucifixion became heart for the world beat overwhelming to the point of sweating in us – a heart that says, drops of blood, he was kept in obedience ‘For God so loved the to the Father to freely give his perfect life world that he gave his to redeem you and I. Through prayer, he only Son, that whoever looked his persecutors in the eyes and believes in him should spoke words of forgiveness. not perish but have I’m wondering ... those of us who eternal life.’ I wonder profess faith in Jesus also speak of what he still wants to do living from lives centred in prayer in through the prayers of communion of the Father. Therefore, his people ... I wonder what if our daily conversations and if we’ll take the time to interactions with people around us were find out. to consistently flow from an First Baptist Church St. Andrew’s alertness to the 17 D’Arcy Street, Perth • 613-267-2023 Presbyterian Spirit’s guiding Seeking, Serving & Sharing Our Saviour Minister: Rev. Frank Morgan, B.A., B.D. us to bless Church Sunday, April 17 people who Drummond & North Sts. (Sixth Sunday of Lent: Palm Sunday) cross our paths Minister: Rev. Marilyn Savage; 9:30 a.m. Adult Bible Class. Nursery prowith his lifeOrganist: Ann Savage vided. All welcome. Sunday, April 17 giving words 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship. Rev. Frank Morgan. Sermon: “Good Questions (vi) 11:00 a.m. - Worship service and and deeds – to ‘Who Can Separate Us from the Love of Sunday school multi-age prayerfully and Christ?’” (Romans 8:35). program. Nursery available. actively bring Wednesday, April 20 Coffee hour Friday mornings about the reign 7:00 p.m. Bible Study and Prayer. 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. St. James Anglican Church Hall of God at their Thursday, April 21 7:00 Maundy Thursday Communion, deepest points Please check the website for info Rev. Frank Morgan on youth group, Bible studies and of need and Drummond & Harvey Street, Perth Friday, April 22 other ministries, in Christ, to 10:30 a.m. Good Friday Worship, Rev. Frank Gently used clothing, www.standrewsperth.com. replace that Morgan, “Good Questions (vii) ‘What Shall Audio loop system which has beI do With Jesus?’” (Ma . 27:22) small household items, 613-267-2481 Next Community Dinner • April 30, 4:30 - 6:00 come confused A warm welcome to all! books, dishes, etc. Need a ride? 613-267-2023 and cluttered, dysfunctional
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Sunday, April 17 celebrating The Sunday of the Passion with the Liturgy of the Palms 8 a.m. said Eucharist: 10 a.m. Choral Eucharist and Sunday School with Sandy, following the SPARK storytelling curriculum Wednesday evenings in Lent: Reflection on the Sunday readings: all welcome in the upper meeting room at 7 p.m. 1st Tuesday and 3rd Thursday of the Month: Messy Church for all young families, starting with supper at 5:30 p.m. in the lower hall 2nd Saturday of the month: community dinner: open to all from 4:30 - 6 p.m., free will offering only Friday, April 15, Skater Church cancelled All Welcome! St. Augustine’s Eucharist: 2nd and 4th Sundays each month: 9:15 a.m. (Corner of Cty. Rd. 10 & Richardson)
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St. James the Apostle Anglican Church April 17th: The Sunday of the Passion with the Liturgy of the Palms April 20th: Holy Wednesday – 10 a.m. April 21st: Maundy Thursday – 7:30 p.m. April 22nd: Good Friday – 2 p.m. April 24th: The Sunday of the Resurrection – Easter Day St. James: 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. St. Augustine’s 9:15 a.m.
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“I have called...I have stretched out my hand...” Proverbs 1:24 Sunday Meetings 9:30 a.m. Breaking of Bread 11:15 a.m. Sunday School 7:00 p.m. Gospel Meeting Wednesdays 7:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting and Bible Study
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Where we Believe, Belong, Become Rev. Lewis Massarelli 10:00 a.m. Morning worship 160 Wayside Dr., RR 6, Perth, ON Church: 613-267-3295 See Web page for details of programs www.gtpcperth.com
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Sunday, April 17 9:00 - 9:55 a.m., N.I.N.E Worship (Nursery & Children’s Church available.)
10:00 a.m. Coffee Fellowship 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship “Jesus Is Triumphant!” by Rev. Alan Adams
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Films for the heart and soul Barry Corbin) has announced to the entire town of Sweetwater that he is offering a large dowry to the local bachelor who can sweep her off her feet. To thwart his efforts, she hires a “male escort” to parade around town as her new boyfriend. This sweet and funny movie reminds us all that there are no limits to the heart’s capacity to heal, expand, and love again. Ninety minutes, in English; written by Jeff Elison and directed by Jeremy Kagan. There will be a brief intermission at 3 p.m. • When: Sunday, April 24, at 2 p.m. • Where: Myriad Theatre • How much: $2 donation toward theatre rental Different films shown on the last Sunday of each month, at a 2 p.m. matinee. Don’t miss them, bring your friends, bring your opinions, bring your own refreshments. Joel continues to supply popcorn with real butter, while the coffee shop remains closed on Sundays. For more information, contact Jim Deacove at 613-267-4819 or fp@superaje. com.
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Spiritual Cinema Circle presents a compelling short film that will have you looking at life and death from a child’s perspective followed by a feature that offers a very heartwarming look at dealing with grief over the loss of a loved one. See you at the movies, Jim. Gabriel - This sweet, short film asks the question, “Where do we go when we die?” from the innocent perspective of a child whose ant dies. After listening closely to his mom’s answer, Gabriel goes to great lengths in caring for the soul of his ant, making sure it gets into heaven. Reflecting the pure love and sweet innocence of childhood, this film transforms death into a miracle. Eleven minutes, in English; written by Jeanine Burchett and directed by Cherie Knott The Hired Heart - Falling in love is one of life’s most magical and mysterious surprises. You don’t get to choose when you are going to fall in love (or with whom), but you do get to choose whether or not to commit to the ride. In this feature, starring Penelope Ann Miller, a mournful young widow finds that her meddling, but well-intentioned, father-in-law (played by
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Bonnie King presented members Darlene and Albert Rice with a gift of appreciation for their time spent in the club. They are relocating to the east coast and will be greatly missed by the membership. King thanked the many members who helped with the cleanup at the hall on Saturday, March 12. A successful blood donor clinic was held on March 31. Thank you to all who came out and generously donated. Every blood donation helps three people in the community. On April 9, the Perth Civitan Club was proud to be a Diamond Partner in support of the Black Tie Bingo for The Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation. This year the club’s earmarked donation of $6,000 has been put towards the GWM’s fundraiser for computers on wheels (COWs). Eight Civitan members were in attendance that night.
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The March 22 meeting of the Perth Civitan Club was Police Appreciation evening, at which 15 members from area police forces were welcomed as well as guests and four members from the Cobden Civitan Club. Civitan member Bob Burch welcomed members of the police forces and thanked them for their services to the community. Civitan member Julie McIntyre was the guest speaker, presenting on her travel to Haiti as an art therapist and her ongoing program of training local art therapists and providing art supplies to children in orphanages, hospitals, tent cities and remote villages. Civitan member Bob Robinson initiated Jeanne Nugent as our newest member. Civitan member Richard Peskett presented members Stan Clark and Don Larmondin with gifts for being the top sellers of the glass turkey tickets. On behalf of all Perth Civitans, member
The rewards of volunteering are personal and priceless After retiring from a very full and rewarding career in nursing, I began to feel I had more to give to my community. I was approached by a neighbour who wanted help with one of her projects for Children’s Aid. Her enthusiasm was contagious. I began to assist her in sorting donated snow suits for mending, washing and zipper repairs, as part of the process in the annual Snow Suit Campaign in my area. Every year I say to myself that this is the last year I will have the time and strength to participate and every year I see a greater need to continue. I get so much satisfaction from my small part in helping a child stay warm on cold wintry days, knowing that it may be the only warmth both physically and emotionally that that child may get over a very long time, if at all. It is because of the stable background that I had that I want to care for these children, in a way that my own parents cared for me and my siblings. It’s not so much to do! Fix up a snow suit for an unknown
child! But to the newly widowed father of three girls who lost his job because he had to stay home and be everything to his family, who came reluctantly to pick up his requested snow suits without his daughters the first year, returned the second year with his family proudly in tow, and again the third year, family in front of him to donate new snow suits and announce that he was finally able to take care of things by himself, thanked us profoundly and left proudly with his head held high and his daughters draped around him, it means so much. I am so proud of him. I love a happy ending – I keep coming back for more! I hope more people can experience the same sense of completeness that I have felt over the past several years from being a volunteer in such a challenging and supportive organization. It’s hard work, some of the toughest I have had to do - but the rewards are personal and priceless to those involved. The whole experience has helped me develop so many strengths that I never knew I had. I am a better person for the experience and I hope I encourage the same in people around me.
Tay Valley Township would like to thank its dedicated coaches, firefighters and working group volunteers for their time, energy and commitment.
THE VALUE OF ONE, THE POWER OF MANY On behalf of our patients and staff, the Board of Directors of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital salute the volunteers at our hospital who give so freely of their time and talents. Our staff would like to recognize and thank all of those dedicated individuals who support our communities in such a compassionate way.
THANK YOU!
Once again volunteers at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital will contribute over 20,000 hours this year. Volunteers are essential in providing a more comfortable experience for patients, visitors and staff alike.
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Lets celebrate the contributions of our volunteers.
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Winners in the Perth Lions Club “300 Club� draw for the week of April 2 were: Cheryl Burke, Nancy Kearney, Lionel Sanders, Debbie Adrain and Mammie Sommerville. Winners for the week of April 9 were: Bob Publow, Lisa Ashton, Ron Moore, March Krok and Crystal Fisher.
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SKATERS HELP OUT Members of the Skater Church at St. James Anglican Church raised $100 to aid those affected by the earthquake in Japan last month. The money will be given to the Primate’s World Relief Development Fund, an agency of the Anglican Church. Skaters presented the cheque to Rev. Christine Piper on April 1. From left, Carson Chalker, Brad Noonan and Rev. Christine Piper. Kassina Ryder photo
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95 per cent of Canadians engage in at least one form of social support. (Canadian Survey of Giving, Volunteering & Participating, 2007)
of Lanark County We often take for granted the very ones that most deserve our gratitude.
12.5 million Canadians volunteer their time to charitable and not-for-proďŹ t organizations. (Canadian Survey of Giving, Volunteering & Participating, 2007)
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children – the Children’s Aid Society celebrates all of the volunteers who daily make our community a better place to live – a place where children and youth can thrive as they travel along life’s path.
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Thank you to all our Volunteer FireďŹ ghters and Emergency First Responders!
D/Chief Wayne Drummond Capt. Rod Black Capt. Dave Joy Wayne Porteous Mark Egan Brent Townend Eddie Baker Greg McIntosh Marty McKittrick
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The Ocean Wave Fire Company has served the Town of Carleton Place proudly since 1875. During National Volunteer Week we salute our volunteers for their dedication to duty and their service to the community. We also would like to recognize the sacriďŹ ces their families make. Without their support our service would not be possible.
Capt. Rick Jackson Capt. Al Johns Bob Wilson Brent Hurdis Darrell McNeil Chris Fisher Jason Jackson Mie Williams Troy Hurdis
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Celebrate poetry month and let loose your inner poet! April is Poetry Month and the Lanark County Live Poets Society, or LiPS, would like to encourage everyone to (re)discover their inner poet. If, “Not me!� or, “I’m no poet!� is what just flashed through your mind, I would ask that you reconsider. After all, poetry is simply a creative expression from an individual perspective, often written or spoken, but not always. Have you ever heard the expression “poetry in motion�? Have you witnessed a beautiful moment or scene and thought, ‘That is pure poetry!’? Poetry is that which touches our hearts, stirs our emotions or tickles our imaginations. LiPS has been running a Slam series, or Spoken Word poetry competition, in Lanark County for four years, the only rural Slam in Canada to compete at the national level. Members have also performed at many different venues and conducted workshops
in schools and for the public. Spoken Word is poetry lifted from the page to the stage, an audio-visual delivery connecting the poet to the audience in an intentionally personal format, where the poet interacts with the audience in a three-dimensional format that connects at the gut level. The 2010 Slam series in Lanark County will conclude in June, and we would love to have new people come out and participate. Poets must Slam twice to qualify for finals and there are only three more being held, so we encourage you to come out now and give it a try. There is also an open mic before every competition, for those who do not wish to compete, or want to get their poetic feet wet first. For those who would like to compete, the rules are brief and straightforward: you will perform two original pieces no more than three minutes long, and cannot use props or musical
accompaniment. Judging is done by members of the audience, and at the end of the season, the 12 top-ranked poets will compete at the finals, with the top five making up the team and alternate to represent Lanark County at the Canadian Festival of Spoken Word in October. Participation is open to everyone and all ages; Lanark County is proud to have had both the youngest and oldest team members to ever participate at the national competition. If you are still not sure about waxing poetic, come out and take it in as an audience member. You may find yourself inspired: it’s never too late, or too early, to tap into the poetic you! The next LiPS Slam will be held at the Factory Grind in Perth on Saturday, April 16, and will feature a performance by PrufRock Shadowrunner from Ottawa. PrufRock was a member of the Capital Slam team that won the 2010 Canadian Festival of Spoken
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Our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all our volunteers, you help make Carleton Place a great place to live!
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HOME SUPPORT PROGRAM Wishes to THANK its VOLUNTEERS For the care, time and consideration provided to our clients and office staff. Member Agency
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Thank you to our wonderful volunteers, the heart and soul of our agency!
Metroland Media Ottawa Region salutes the volunteers that make our communities such wonderful places to live.
Community Home Support – Lanark County Is a volunteer based agency for seniors and adults with physical disabilities. We provide programs and services that help our clients continue to reside in their homes and remain a part of their community.
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NEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Perth and District Chamber of Commerce’s new board of directors consists of (front row): Don Loken, Jack McTavish and Jill Campbell. Back row, from left: Madeline Bouvier, Paul Martin, Laurel Smith, Jane Griffith, Jim Town, Jim Graff, Carol Quattrocchi. Geoff Davies photo
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Carleton Place delegation will make presentation CFUW Perth & District (Canadian Federation of University Women) announces the
2011 Education Awards Apply NOW – Deadline May 7, 2011 The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW Perth & District) is pleased to announce the launch of the Education Awards process, an annual commitment it has undertaken repeatedly as an advocate of quality education in addition to women’s equality, social justice, human rights, peace and the environment.
Perth
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
This Award Program offers financial assistance to women residing in Perth and surrounding area and pursuing an accredited College, University or equivalent program. Women of all ages are eligible to apply, subject to acceptance in a recognized program of studies. This Award will be of particular interest to those upgrading academic credentials, employment prospects and/or skills. The application guidelines below are also posted on the website h p://cfuw-perth-district.com.
Times Past our twinned cities have taken place with a trip to Asago and then to Perth/Kinross to help mark its 800th anniversary in 2010. A delegation from Scotland is expected here later this year. It is a point worth considering that we have significant shared links, both historically and culturally, with Perth, Scotland, where many of our first residents called home. Perhaps, the visitors from Carleton Place might provide some ideas for the Perth200 group. The Perth Historical Society is dedicated to learning about and popularizing our history. It is a forum for discussion and celebration of our rich area culture and heritage. The meetings are open to the public, on the third Wednesday of each month, at 7:30 p.m. in the gallery of Matheson House, home of the Perth Museum, at 11 Gore St. E. in Perth. A “Toonie Fee” applies for each meeting. For further information, call Ellen Dean at 613-264-8362 or David Taylor at 613-264-0094. Visit our website at www.perthhs.org for additional information about us and other facts related to Perth. Article submitted by the Perth Historical Society.
Priority is given to women who demonstrate financial need; are a empting to improve their lives through further education; are returning to the workforce for be er opportunities and who may not have family support. Criteria - Le ers of Application should include: 1. The applicant’s complete name, address, telephone and email (Applicants must apply personally. No third party applications will be accepted) 2. A brief outline of the education plan 3. Le er of Acceptance into an accredited college or university program 4. Two le ers of reference on le erhead where possible, including contact telephone numbers Qualifying applicants must reside within Perth and District. CFUW members and their families may not apply for this Award Program.
RUNNING FOR A CAUSE Cara McNamee gets ready to participate in the fifth annual Spring Goat Run, which was organized by the Perth Running Goats Club. This year’s race raised $700 for victims of the earthquake in Japan last month and will be donated to the Samaritan’s Purse Japan Earthquake Relief. Kassina Ryder photo
National Volunteer Week 200 is the number of volunteer centres in Canada. They are the local leaders of volunteerism responding to the needs of local volunteers and volunteer-involving organizations. (Volunteer Canada, 2010)
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The Lanark County Therapeutic Riding Program would like to salute and thank over 65 of their terrifific terrifi fic volunteers who are the heart and soul of the Riding Program!! www.therapeuticriding.ca 613-257-7121, Ext. 236 460876
To the many volunteers who enhance our lives in so many ways,
THANK YOU! Your contribution is priceless!
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Volunteering can help build self-esteem, develop life-long skills, strengthen community, and improve health. Harvard University research shows volunteering is a reflection of social connectedness that is strongly associated with the health of people in that community. (Volunteering & Healthy Aging Project, Volunteer Canada, 2009)
Kindly mail or email your application to: CFUW Education Awards Selection Commi ee c/o Brenda Ethier RR 3 Perth, ON, K7H 3C5 brendaethier@ripnet.com
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The Perth Historical Society changes direction again for its April 20 meeting. This time, we leave our usual discussions about the past, and look to the present and its part in recognizing the past. This month, we welcome a delegation from Carleton Place who will tell us about their experiences with exchanges with the international communities they are twinned with. We have heard about the Carleton Place exchange visits that some of their residents have had with residents in their sister communities of Franklin, Tennessee and Comrie, Scotland. The program, under the Carleton Place Sister City Committee, has evolved over several years. For the past six years, they have had student exchanges with Franklin, and last year, 2010, was the first year for visits with Comrie. For these exchanges, they hope for an annual connection with Franklin, while Comrie will likely be every second year. At present, Jeff Maguire, who will lead the group visiting us for our own meeting, chairs this committee, which is a formal organization of the Town of Carleton Place. Other committee members include Carleton Place Mayor Wendy LeBlanc and her spouse, as well as Maguire’s spouse. Their delegation will include several committee members and a representative of the students who have participated in the exchanges. Enthusiasm for this program appears to be the key. Fundraising to help achieve these plans is carried out over the entire year with two main events: “Wine’d Around Downtown” which is a wine-and food-tasting event held the last Saturday in May, and the “Heritage Ball,” which is a formal dinner and dance on the last Saturday in September. Perth is twinned with two communities: Perth/Kinross, Scotland and Asago, Japan. Recently, official visits between Perth and
People who work, live, share and volunteer in their community Alan R. Barker Funeral Home and Chapel congratulates all community volunteers. Edith, Wayne, John and staff! Edith Addyman Funeral Director/Owner 19 years
Thank You!
Wayne Bennett Funeral Director’s Assistant 32 years
John Bowes Funeral Director 13 years
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chosen to advance in the Sears competition. The evening was a great success, and PDCI’s portion of the profits was donated to the Fire Victims Relief Fund. Auditions for next year’s Sears Festival play are being held this week at PDCI. The play chosen for next year is Miss Polly’s Institute For Criminally Damaged Young Ladies Puts On A Play. Those who wish to audition can sign up on the auditorium door, and review the script at www.playscripts.com. Please see Ms. Legacy for more information. Have a great week, Blue Devils!
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Recently, three Perth and District Collegiate Institute students lost everything they own because of fires in the Perth area. PDCI has kicked their fundraising activities into high gear to help out our Blue Devils. PDCI is holding a three-onthree basketball tournament, a benefit dinner, a staff versus students collection challenge, and an indoor/outdoor co-ed volleyball tournament with a barbecue to raise money for these students’ families. The basketball tournament has space for 64 three-member teams in total, comprised of any junior or senior, competitive or recreational, boys or girls teams. If you’re not very good, that’s all right. The key is to have fun and raise some money for our fellow Blue Devils. You can also earn House points just by signing up and participating! The cost is $10 per player. Please see Ms. Rumball in the library to register. The tournament will be held on Wednesday, April 27. The PDCI benefit dinner will be held on Wednesday, May 4. The staff versus students collection challenge will be held the week of May 16. Our indoor/outdoor volleyball tournament and barbecue will be held on Tuesday, May 31. PDCI’s Track and Field Team started off its season on Friday, April 1 as they travelled to Gloucester to compete at the Ottawa Lions Indoor Meet. Connor Bulley led the team with two wins in the shot put and discus throw events, while Jed Bowes, Vanessa Gray and Evelyn Scott also came out on top in their events. Way to go, team! Last Friday, April 8, PDCI hosted an evening of Sears drama productions. PDCI’s own show, The Death of Art, was the first on stage. This was the show’s final performance, and even with one actor away sick and another actor having to learn her lines mere hours before, the performance was well done and enjoyed by all. PDCI also hosted St. John’s Catholic High School’s drama club as they performed their production of Stressed, which was very funny for all audience members as they could relate to the characters’ problems. Kingston Collegiate and Vocational Institute was also at PDCI to present This Is A Play, their comical show that was
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The Township of Beckwith is looking for energetic, creative students who have experience with children. We are looking to fill positions for the 2011 Summer Day & Sports Camp for Supervisors and Councillors. Completion of a CPR/First Aid course, while not a mandatory requirement would be beneficial. Student applicants may forward a resume to the undersigned at the Township of Beckwith Office, 1702 9th Line by NOON on May 2nd, 2011. References are required at the time of resume submission. Please direct resumes to: Attn: Cassandra McGregor, Recreation Coordinator cmcgregor@twp.beckwith.on.ca
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NEW $189,900. Less than an hour from Ottawa! Charming, very private, 2 bdrm cottage with 310 frontage on quiet, clean, & secluded, spring-fed Robb’s Lake. Deck, large windows overlooking the lake. Includes sleeping cabin w/hydro. Tall pines. Great swimming, fishing, and canoeing! Janice Hastie-Waugh 613-283-5435.
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NEW $159,900. Rare cottage on the Mississippi River in scenic Pakenham. 35 minutes to the parliament buildings. 2 bdrms, living rm and large kitchen overlooking river. Minor variance already obtained to allow new building. 8 km of boating, good deep swimming. Minutes from Golf Course & Ski Hill. Incl. bunkie/wrkshp. Janice Hastie-Waugh 613-283-5435.
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B10 - THE PERTH COURIER - April 14, 2011
LOOKING BACK 25 years ago
Core plan a three-storey venture
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ocal businessman Joe Perkins will unveil his alternative plan for Perth’s downtown-core property at the annual meeting of the Perth Chamber of Commerce tonight (Wednesday) at Farrell Hall. Members of town council and some invited members of the public saw the plan at a private meeting on Monday night. The Courier was unable to obtain a photo of the model, but did obtain a detailed description of the plan, which shows a three-storey structure with apartments, office space, retail stores, an enclosed mall, food market and a cultural/convention centre. The ground floor is 38,109 square feet, with mainly retail space and a cafe. There are about 25 retail spaces in the proposal,
and the food market is also located on the ground-floor level. The second floor is 38,359 sq. ft. and the third floor 28,304 sq. ft. There is a total rentable space of 105,892 sq. ft. The food market is estimated at 13,000 sq. ft.
Thirty residential suites are shown in the plan, with the residential lobby on the Drummond Street side of the building. Fortytwo residential parking spots are also located on the Drummond Street side, with an entrance-exit to the residential area from Drum-
A nostalgic look at yesteryear
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Smith to attend gala event
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erth Junior Chamber of Commerce announced today that Floyd Smith, Perth’s contribution to the National Hockey League, will be home for its Gala Hockey Night on May 17. While many hockey celebrities are expected for the big dinner, Floyd was the principal guest on the list. Floyd played all his minor hockey games in Perth before breaking into the junior league with Inkerman, Ottawa and Gault. At the Gala Hockey Night on May 17 here, Floyd will join King Clancy, who has already confirmed his engagement as guest speaker, and a long list of other top-flight stars of the hockey firmament.
Lions light up the town Perth Lions Club members, with an army of assistants, raided the town last Monday evening between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. on a light-bulb blitz. Salesmen and their helpers were allotted certain sections of the town, and the Lions reported being warmly received at all places of call. It is estimated close to 3,500 bulbs were sold to Perth householders. The blitz committee, under the chairmanship of Lion Frank DiCola, purchased the bulbs wholesale from a local dealer.
Big boost for building fund In a letter to The Courier, George E. Gomme, MPP, Lanark, announced that the provincial treasurer will be mailing a cheque to the Great War Memorial Hospital for $50,000, which is the fourth instalment of the Provincial Capital Grant relating to a hospital construction program. Mr. Gomme hoped that the hospital board would be pleased with the new wing, which would be a great asset to the community. Perth Great War Memorial Hospital announced on Wednesday that a further subscription to its building fund has been made by the Andrew Jergens Co. Ltd. in the amount of $3,000. This is in addition to $1,000 previously subscribed.
Weather cold and miserable
Editorial expresses concern The following is an editorial which appeared in The Perth Courier on Thursday, April 6, 1961: It won’t be long now before the shores of the Mississippi River at Innisville will be lined with curious passersby, all straining their eyes for evidence of the annual pickerel run. If our guess is correct, numbered among the eager spectators will be members of Ontario’s Department of Lands and Forests who, too, will be looking for reassurances that our pickerel are still with us. It may be that onlookers will get a real eyeful at Innisville — pickerel swarming up the rapids like bees, and all that — and it may be that the lands and forests people will holler, “See! We told you so. Pickerel are NOT getting scarce after all!” Yet will anyone be fooled by such exclamations? We think not. The real proof of the pudding, to use a favourite Scottish expression, will not consist in the number of pickerel, however large, that are observed or netted at Innisville this spring — for no previous figures exist with which to compare this number — but rather in the numbers which will appear in years to come. Only when we can compare figures from year to year will we know the true picture. Here’s hoping, at all events, we at least see a sufficiently large turnout (of pickerel, of course) at Innisville to justify in some measure the carefree optimism exhibited by the lands and forests men.
BORN Conboy - At the GWM Hospital, on March 26, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Howard Conboy of RR 1, Sharbot Lake, a son. Easton - At the GWM Hospital, on March 28, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Easton of Perth, a daughter. Hall - At the GWM Hospital, on March 24, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. George Hall of RR 3, Lanark, a daughter. McTavish - At the GWM Hospital, on March 29, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Graeme McTavish of Balderson, a daughter. Nagle - At the GWM Hospital, on March 24, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Nagle of Perth, a daughter. North - At the GWM Hospital, on March 31, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. North of Fallbrook, a daughter. O’Neill - At the GWM Hospital, on March 31, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Graham O’Neill of Perth, a son. Sargeant - At the GWM Hospital, on March 27, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Sargeant of RR 5, Perth, a daughter. Willons - At Memorial Hospital, Carleton Place, on March 31, 1961, to Mr. and Mrs. Stirling Willons, a daughter.
DIED Cousins - At Kingston General Hospital, on Sunday, April 2, 1961, Guy Cousins, beloved husband of Lottie Morrow, in his 67th year. Dowdall - At Toronto East General Hospital, on March 4, 1961, Patrick Edmund Dowdall. Imeson - At the GWM Hospital, on Saturday, April 1, 1961, Gertrude May Imeson, beloved sister of Mrs. Minnie Armour (Jessie); Mrs. Neil Gamble of Edmonton, Alta.; Norman of Hayter, Alta.; Gordon of Liverpool, N.Y.; Alfred of Smiths Falls and Arthur of Perth. Traynor - At the GWM Hospital, on Thursday, March 30, 1961, Frederick H. Traynor, in his 71st year, beloved husband of Marie McGowan. Walroth - At the GWM Hospital, on Monday, April 3, 1961, William Henry Walroth, in his 96th year, husband of the late Margaret Campbell. The preceding was originally published in The Perth Courier of April 9, 1986 as the “25 years ago”
Warm-weather woes for sap tappers Although the unusually warm spring weather that settled over eastern Ontario last week was a welcome relief from the winter blahs, maple syrup producers in the area were less than pleased. In order to produce a highgrade syrup both in quality and quantity, producers welcome the combination of warm, sunny days and cool evenings, which were noticeably absent during the first week of April. “This year we are going to have a very low yield,” stated Marion Paul of RR 3, Lanark. Paul and her husband Brien are one of the major producers of maple products in the area. “So far this spring we have manufactured only 637 gallons of syrup; we normally average about 1,500 gallons, and last year we produced over 2,000 gallons,” she said. After contacting other producers throughout Ontario, Paul calculated that most were experiencing declines in production of between one-third and one-half of their average yield. “Currently we have produced about 270 gallons of Grade C syrup; the flavour is good, but the colour is not what it should be,” noted Paul. She also went on to state that on an average, if you produce one 30-gallon drum of Grade C syrup, that was considered acceptable with good production of higher grades. “The poor harvest this year is bound to create some financial hardships for producers, which will be reflected in the selling price,” stated Paul. The Pauls have placed 6,700 taps so far this year, and will purchase additional sap from local producers, giving them a total of 9,000 taps. Another well-known producer of maple products is Vernon Wheeler and family of McDonalds Corners, who is currently processing sap from more than 3,000 trees. “It’s coming along, but it is definitely a low yield this year,” he said. Wheeler, who managed to produce 1,000 gallons of maple syrup last year, is only expecting a yield of 600 gallons this year. “The quality is down because of the unseasonably warm weather, but every year is a bit different from the last,” he stated.
Huge crowd protests houseboat plan St. Paul’s Church was jammed to overflowing on Saturday as cottagers and interested citizens packed a meeting to discuss Three Buoys Houseboats’ plans to put 57 houseboats on the Rideau system this year. A meeting of North Burgess Township council last Tuesday was also filled to capacity with people concerned about the houseboat issue. Three Buoys wants to launch the houseboats from property at Muskrat Hole on Big Rideau Lake, owned by Gervais O’Donnell. A maintenance and resort facility would be built on the property. North Burgess council has given approval in principle for the development and is expected to make a final decision in the immediate future. Cottagers, residents, property owners and other interested citizens were told on Saturday that the Big Rideau Lake area would suffer from such an influx of houseboats. Environmental, boating, fishing and other general concerns were raised at the meeting.
New Courier columnist The Perth Courier is pleased to introduce a new columnist in this week’s edition of the newspaper. Gray Matter, a column for older citizens written by area resident Don Kirk, appears this week on page B3 and will be featured twice monthly. Every other week Mr. Kirk will be writing an agriculture-oriented column. A 10-year resident of North Burgess Township, Kirk has university degrees in social sciences and agriculture. He worked for 32 years for the federal government in many agriculture-related fields and also had a special two-year assignment with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations in Rome, Italy.
BORN Bannon - At the GWM Hospital, on March 20, 1986, to Fred and Yvonne (nee Dalton) Bannon, a daughter, Caitlin Marie. McCreight - At the GWM Hospital, on March 14, 1986, to Bill and Bev McCreight of Perth, a son, Joshua James. Restoule - On March 23, 1986, to Martin and Judy (nee Gamble) Restoule, a son, Randy Michael John. Scott - At the GWM Hospital, on March 23, 1986, to Sidney and Jane Scott of Perth, a son, Daniel Sidney. Wheeler - At the GWM Hospital, on March 8, 1986, to Doug and Wenda Wheeler of Snow Road, a son, Matthew Robert Earl.
DIED Greer - Suddenly, at Perth, on Saturday, April 5, 1986, Burns Edward Greer, aged 51 years, beloved husband of Edith Mae Brownlee. McGowan - In hospital, Toronto, on Friday, April 4, 1986, Francis B. (Frank) McGowan, brother of the late Mary (Mrs. Martin Crawford), Kathleen (Mrs. Fred Jordan), Elizabeth and William McGowan. The preceding was excerpted from the front page of the April 9, 1986 issue of The Perth Courier.
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Local churches of all denominations were well filled for the
customary Good Friday services, which commemorate the crucifixion of Christ nearly 2,000 years ago. Good Friday’s weather this year was warm and sunny, and many took advantage of the spring-like weather to display their Easter finery, as they walked to church rather than ride in their cars. However, on Saturday temperatures dropped and snow fell throughout the day, bringing back a touch of winter. Easter Sunday continued cold and miserable. Streets and stores were packed on Saturday with Easter shoppers, and merchants report a tremendous business, both on Thursday and Saturday.
mond Street. Fifty-five general parking spaces are located off Herriott Street. The cultural/convention centre would take up space on the second and third floors. It would be 16,395 sq. ft. with 500 seats. There are two bridges crossing the Little Tay River, one pedestrian and one for vehicular traffic. There is an entrance to the mall area from Gore Street and another entrance on the Tay Basin side. The ground floor on the Tay Basin side of the project would primarily be taken up with retail outlets. The food market is apparently meant to be a specialty type of operation for pick-up shopping. The residential parking spots are covered. The plan shows 39,000 sq. ft. of retail space and there is a detailed written report outlining the overall proposal.
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Tay Valley Township encourages residents to Pitch-In! Tay Valley Township will provide FREE clear garbage bags and special tags to lake associations, road associations, schools, neighbourhood watch and church groups, Scout/ Guide and sports groups, 4-H groups, women’s institutes, or individuals who pre-register their planned activities. A number of council members will be undertaking or assisting
Tay Valley Township is encouraging residents to participate in the Pitch-In Week campaign, running from April 18 to 24. A clean and beautiful community is an asset that benefits everyone! Projects can be as simple as yard cleanup or can involve neighbourhood activities, such as cleanup of local parks, roadways, shorelines, etc.
with roadway litter pickup. Coun. RoxAnne Darling is inviting members in the Bob’s Lake area to join her, with Coun. Bill Avery doing the same near Bennett Lake. One group also taking part is the Otty Lake community. “Supported by the Otty Lake Association, members of the Otty Lake community have participated in the Pitch-In program
for many years. They know that stewardship initiatives such as this are important and enhance the health and beauty of their natural environment,” said president Karen Hunt. “Pitch-In Week is a great initiative for residents to show their township pride. I thank all participants for their time and efforts to keep our community clean and beautiful,” added Reeve
Keith Kerr. Registration forms are available at the township office or on the Township’s website at www. tayvalleytwp.ca. Deadline for registration is Monday, April 18. Participants are reminded to keep safety in mind by wearing reflective clothing and protective gloves. Sharp objects must be handled with care.
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Perth Civitan Club gives back to the community
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