Picton Gazette April 28, 2016

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Volume 186, Week 17

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APRIL 28, 2016

Downtown retailers stay optimistic despite decrease in Main Street traffic this month

Construction seen as necessary inconvenience

Council approves agreement in recorded vote Tuesday evening CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

Council approved a road users agreement (RUA) with developer wpd Canada for their White Pines Wind Project on Tuesday. The decision was made in front of a crowded chamber with a recorded vote of 11-4. Councillors Dianne O'Brien, Lenny Epstein, Steve Ferguson, and Mayor Robert Quaiff voted in opposition. The RUA includes the provision of a $2.7-million irrevocable letter of credit. Council heard from several residents who implored them not to sign the agreement, saying it could be held up as an endorsement of the White Pines project. Others suggested council didn't fully understand the implications of the agreement and that the agreement was premature. County Coalition for Safe and Appropriate Green Energy (CCSAGE) Naturally Green director Garth Manning argued council shouldDr. Prentice (Lewis Frape) fakes an injury to hide female undergarments and shoes from his wife (Susie n't sign the agreement.

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CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

While downtown Picton businesses are noticing an impact due to the ongoing Main Street construction project, there appears to be a positive outlook toward what the project will bring when finished. The Loonie Bin owner Donna Keys said she's seen a “big-time” drop in business from the construction. “My sales are less than half of what they should be at this time of year and I'm lucky I still have access to my parking lot,” she said. She said foot traffic has slowed substantially along Picton's main drag. “I rely on the foot traffic and even people driving into the post office,” she said. Keys said she just wants people to remember that Main Street is still open to pedestrian traffic. “A lot of people don't realize they can walk downtown,” she said. While the project is causing some headaches currently, Keys said she can see the Mitchell) during the Prince Edward Community Theatre production of Joe Orton’s What The Butler Saw. long-term benefit in the conThe show opens this Saturday at Mt. Tabor. For more, see page 25, (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff) struction

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“I totally understand it has to be done, there's no good time to do it — it certainly can't be done in the winter,” she said. “We just have to suck it up and get through it. It's very tough.” Coach's Pub and Grillhouse owner Chris DeRoche said business is down a bit. He attributed some of the problem to parking. “Parking is such an issue right now out back that I think all the businesses are facing the same thing,” he said. During the day foot traffic has lowered substantially, he said, but things are better in the evening. “At night it's still good, but at lunch time we're just finding too many people don't have the time to run around looking for a parking space, so they're not coming downtown,” he said. “I was out Thursday afternoon around three o'clock and it was a ghost town.” While business has slowed, DeRoche said he understands the project is necessary.

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Founder Nowitski returns as president as ratepayers’ group announces it will take on leadership role in village’s Santa Claus parade

CARA celebrates 10 years of advocacy and action in Consecon ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

As the Consecon and Area Ratepayers' Association (CARA) moves into its second decade, it has come full circle with founder Nick Nowitski returning to the president's chair this year. "That was 10 years ago now," Nowitski said. "It's weird, I didn't realize it had come back around but it is 10

years later and we're not meeting in my garage any more." Indeed, the small group of concerned citizens enjoys a much higher profile due in no small part to the active role it has taken within the community. CARA pushed for signage on the Loyalist Parkway to draw visitors to the village. It provided a forum for community members to express their fears about escaped

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A DECADE OF DIFFERENCE Consecon and Area Ratepayers’ Association directors, from left, immediate past president Sherri Bergman, president Nick Nowitski, and members-at-large Bill McMahon and Janet Battaglio pose with a cake to celebrate the milestone anniversary. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

Consecon Day, with its soapbox derby. Currently, fostering volunteerism and community spirit is one of CARA's key tenets. "We're working with the Ameliasburgh rec committee. They are basically handing out money for recreational things — community things — but there isn't a group there that physically does it," Now-

itski said. "We say we've got volunteers, we're all interested in this. If you've got the money that will help us do this, we'll provide the bodies and the legwork." At an annual general meeting, Sunday, attended by about 40 people, CARA committee members shared news about their activities for the past year as well as a look

ahead. Past-president Sherri Bergman said mainstays like Consecon Day, the Haunting in the Hamlet Halloween celebration, and the banner festival in June were successful again. In the past year, CARA also formulated an idea for a new event to coincide with beautification efforts in the village — the Consecon Yard Out Festival. "We're inviting people to bring old things they have around the house they might like to paint up and spruce up and put them in their yard. Things like flower pots, picture frames, and old chairs, you can put it in your yard as a piece of art and something to brighten up the community." The event will run on a trial basis this year to see how it is received. Moving forward, Bergman and Nowitski indicated CARA will take a leadership role in organizing the annual Santa Claus parade. Bergman indicated there was some talk the village could lose the celebration, which had been organized by the recreation committee and that would have been a loss.

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Festival Players prepares to launch new, local content in milestone year Adaptation of Purdy novel, collection of county stories to be staged during 10th season ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

With a milestone 10th season delivering professional theatre ahead this summer, the Festival Players of Prince Edward are looking forward to the debut of two shows with significant local interest. On Monday, the company celebrated a decade and looked forward to the summer with a well-attended launch party at the House of Falconer. Guests were able to mingle and peruse past programs to recall the exciting Canadian theatre that has been performed on local stages. During the event, artistic director Sarah Phillips enthusiastically shared what she is planning this year. "There's a lot to talk about. It's a big season being the 10th," Phillips said. "Essentially, we get to do some pretty fantastic stuff this summer — everything from work we commissioned finally making it to the stage, to some really interesting ancillary projects, to presenting some fabulous work from across the country." The opening event this season is the continuation of a project the company supported last summer. In 2015, Fixt Point came to Prince Edward County and interviewed residents about their memories of Picton, Wellington, and Bloomfield. The company created a 15-20minute podcast using the

material. They also visited towns across Canada learning the stories of different communities in preparation for Canada's 150th next year. Phillips said the podcast was just one production created from that research. From July 6-17, the other material will find its way to the stage at Mt. Tabor in partnership with Festival Players' Young Company. "This year, they're taking all the stories and using them as a jumping off point for a stage production based on the living memory of the county. We don't even know what it is," said Phillips, who added the story will be an original work created just for this community and titled Tale of a Town: Prince Edward County. Phillips also added that the TVO network commissioned Fixt Point to do a video version of some of the work produced and Prince Edward County was one of the first communities chosen for that production. Following on the heels of that production in July, Festival Players wil be bringing the Human Library project to Picton July 8-9 and July 15-16. Started by an organization in Denmark called Stop the Violence about 15 years, ago, Phillips said the goal of Human Library is to promote world peace through breaking down barriers and prejudice and bringing people together. Essentially, she said people will be able to go to

LAUNCHING POINT Festival Players of Prince Edward County board chair Lynn Sullivan, left, and artistic director Sarah Phillips greet the audience at House of Falconer Thursday evening before announcing the performances scheduled for their 10th season. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

the library and instead of checking out a book, they'll be able to sort through titles and check out a person. They'll be able to have a 20 minute one-on-one conversation with the person of their choice. SoloFest returns for a second season this summer with 10 performances over a span of eight days at various locations throughout the county. As in the original incarnation,

there is a number of intriguing performances. Phillips said the first offering in the series is a bit of an unknown, even to her. White Rabbit, Red Rabbit was written by Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour and it has been performed around the

world. Still, it remains mysterious. According to Phillips, Soleimanpour was imprisoned for refusing mandatory military service. During his time in prison, he developed a script in English and later sent it to contacts in several

different countries. "It has taken off like crazy," she said. "The thing that is really crazy is that nobody knows anything about this play. The actor performing it on stage gets the script when he gets there. Critics have agreed not to review the content. It's very captivating. The performer simply stands up and delivers it." The next two shows in the series feature tales about Canadian creators. Paddle Song, written by Dinah Christie and Tom Hill and performed by singer and actor Cheri Maracle, tells the story of celebrated Mohawk poet E. Pauline Johnson. Johnson, the daughter of a Mohawk chief and English mother travelled the world reading her work. The other performance, Assassinating Thomson is a feel-good performance that skewers truth and lies surrounding the death of Group of Seven painter Tom Thomson. The story is delivered by playwright Bruce Horak, a visually impaired painter with just nine per cent of his vision in one eye and none in the other. Horak paints an original piece of art while telling the story in front of a live audience. "It's a beautiful, hilarious kind of stand-up thing," said Phillips.

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Councillors vote to reduce development charges by 50 per cent in serviced areas Additional building in urban areas could lessen utilities burden CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

Council voted last week to extend a 50-per-cent reduction in development charges for residential development within areas fully or partially serviced by water and wastewater in Prince Edward County. With the decision, the reduction will be in place while council considers a complete vision on development and allows the new water and wastewater rates and connection charges ad hoc committee to provide its recommendations. The extension runs until March 6, 2018.

The development charge for a single or semi-detached dwelling greater than two bedrooms is $6,068. The reduction came into effect in 2013 and that trial expired on March 6. Provincial legislation mandated a 60day notice period and an update to the development charges background study before council could extend the reduction. The 60 days were up on April 21. In the interim, the municipality enacted a delayed payment agreement process with developers as a way of encouraging developers to continue to build while council debated the extension. Councillor Kevin Gale supported the extended reduction. He said in the past he'd supported a countywide reduction. “I see a lot of rural devel-

opment, so I don't think rural development needs the assistance,” he said. He said he believes the urban areas do need the help. “If we want to at least start to help solve our problems with regard to water and sewer costs, we need to promote development in the areas of the county that have those services,” he said. “Until we start building more houses in Picton and Wellington, specifically, with water and sewer to increase our users and our assessment, then we're going to continue to fall behind.” While some called for the reduction to be extended across the municipality, Councillor Treat Hull said he wouldn't support the idea. “Even if it were not

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constructed in the Nautical Lands Group development, which the study says was excluded in order to give a true comparison as there were no similar construction projects from 2013-2014. Corporate services and finance commissioner Susan Turnbull said the development charge was established in 2013 and was the result of a major review conducted by Watson & Associates. She said there were a couple of reasons for the reduction when it was first put in place. One was to continue a reduction to non-residential development which had been in place. The second was to encourage development in fully or partially serviced areas. “We know how expensive water and wastewater are becoming. We know how much difficulty we're having with sustainability,” she said. “There's one reason for this reduction. It's important to stay in the serviced areas or partially serviced areas.” Turnbull warned that

extending the reduction across the county could have opened up the municipality to a legal challenge. She said the extension runs until 2018, which is the end of the statutory period. She said if the new ad-hoc committee's review and council's review of development in the county are complete before that time, the bylaw can be reopened. “When we reopen it, it will be for a fulsome charge and we will go through all of the elements that are require which include population growth, capital forecast — all of those elements from the initial development charges background study,” she said. “The extension is simply to allow those two things to occur.” With the approval the municipality has to provide public notice within 20 days. The last day for an appeal is 40 days after the bylaw was passed on April 20. A revised development charges pamphlet is also required within 60 days.

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COMMENTARY Heritage district difficult to promote without restoration effort

OPPONENTS of Picton’s downtown heritage district decried the move would offer little in the way of preserving and promoting heritage, but rather it would become a series of red tape that business owners would have to cross if they wanted to make any sort of alterations to their businesses. Ultimately, they were unsuccessful in mustering much support for those arguments. In the past couple weeks, they might feel their objections were justified given the hype about a new sign for Beach Bum that was rejected by County staff despite being similar to the one they had at a previous location. Mayor Robert Quaiff also indicated that councillors had ruled against another business looking to take a sign that predated the heritage conservation district bylaw across the street to a different location. The bylaw appears to create more work and possibly higher costs for businesses that provide services and provide tax dollars to this municipality in an age when it is already difficult to compete with larger chains and big box stores. Indeed, as council has suggested, had Beach Bum owner Cynthia Nicholls contacted staff about her new sign before erecting it, she might have been able to save some of her expense and heartache and moved ahead with signage that fits the municipality’s concept of heritage nicely. No doubt, an attractive option could have been considered that would ultimately satisfy concerns. The problem, however, is that the heritage conservation district designation does not restore Picton’s downtown to one that harkens back to yesteryear or attracts tourists as some surmise is the reason for the designation. There are likely many storefronts in Picton that are currently brandishing signage that would be non-conforming as it is dated based on when it was first installed.

Stories From Our Past n The three assessors hired by Picton council to determine the value of properties in town reported an increase of $750,000 or a full one-third the previous year’s assessed value. n The County’s new three-and-a-half ton Ruggles truck broke through the platform of the local market scales. After a load of sand was shovelled out of the truck bed, the vehicle was able to pull out of the hole in the platform under its own power. n Late spring frosts caused terrible conditions on roads across eastern Ontario with large pot holes. The provincial highway between Toronto and Trenton was particularly poor.

n Bell Telephone historian George Long delighted Picton Rotarians and Kinsmen with examples of technology the company was working on. An electric stethoscope, a cathode-ray ostilloscope, and various radio telephony devices were displayed. n The Prince Edward Chamber of Commerce requested the provincial ferry service at Glenora run on a quarter-hour service, rather than the halfhour service which was in place. They suggested the change would benefit farmers and other Hwy 33 travellers. n An intense fire at Joe Nelson’s brooder house in Elmbrook suffocated some 300 baby chickens.

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CAPTIVATING PERFORMANCE The cast of PECI’s production of Mirror Game completed a run of the show for elementary school students, PECI classmates, and the public last week at the Lipson Room above Books & Company. The production of the Dennis Foon play mixed a healthy dose of comedy with some serious social issues like abusive relationships, parental neglect and alcoholism. Jacob Dey, Isobel McDonald, Simon Birch, and Ruth Laliberte (who took on her part just eight days before opening) were effective in their principle roles. The members of the ensemble cast really gave the production another dimension as they took on the roles of the teenagers’ parents, added emphasis to key lines, and even stood in for props on a set that was made incredibly simple by design. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

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Back-lit signage comes to mind as one style that was quite common for years, but does not fit with the intended approach. One can readily understand that Picton does not need another brick church incident in its future. The walls coming down that fateful Sunday in 2010 served as a rallying cry for heritage in this community. Thankfully, it provided a wakeup call to politicians and business people that the county in general, and Picton’s downtown specifically, has a wealth of history that is not only worth saving, it is also something that can generate profit. The problem here is that it is almost impossible to turn back the clock and undo actions that have taken Jean Morrison Debbie McCann Publisher Business Manager place over several decades, slowly eroding that built heritage. While it is nice that there is something now in place that will theoretically stop another unwanted demolition and potentially discourage a misguided property owner from creating a gaudy display that runs contrary to the collective desires of the community, there should be a focus on restoration as Nicholls aptly pointed out during her deputation at Shire Hall. For Picton’s heritage conservation district to have a maximum effect, community leaders must decide what type of heritage they want to convey and find money or other means to encourage property owners to see the benefits Karen Gyde Christine DeMille of complying. However well meaning the bylaw in place is, and however enClassifieds couraging it is that future changes must comply to it, that news pales with the Classifieds Manager notion the guy next door can go against the grain because his work predated the changes. It’s hard to convince that person to want to better his property. Without everyone on board, it’s easy to question the fuss over any one offender. One, then, must wonder if the desired uniformity is achievable.

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n A one-mile-long nature trail was being created at Outlet Provincial Park. The trail would wind from the main road to the bridge near the river. The trail had a gradual slope to accommodate hikers of all ages and abilities Its railings and walkways were built using recycled materials. n C.M.L.Snider principal Keith Barnett was named president of the Prince Edward County Principals’ Association. Barnett said the group hoped to advance curriculum and advocate better long-term planning. n The County’s planning board opposed provincial plans to expand parks on prime agricultural land.

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n The Prince Edward County Board of Education qualified for a $396,000 special assistance grant to help alleviate hardships caused by provincial cuts. The provincial education ministry stated, however, that it would dictate how the funds would be spent. n The County had preliminary talks about how to create a workfare program that could provide training positions for some of the county’s 450 employable social assistance recipients by the early summer months. n Several OPP divisions responded to a call from Little Bluff Conservation Area where a distraught man was threatening himself and others.

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Business is down a little bit, but what are you going to do. This has got to be done. A couple of years down the road, between the Royal project and the street it's going to look great downtown. There was never going to be a good time to do it.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Council should not be consumed by semantics while discussing heritage

I would like to thank Jennifer Litke for her support . It does sadden me, however, to hear her say that she shops primarily in Belleville due to the cost savings despite the extra driving. I do hope that there are at least some shops that she frequents, Beach Bum being one of them, as we strive and have to keep our prices comparable to the stores in Belleville that sell the same brands. I

also believe that there are more important issues than our sign….the goal should be to have a clean downtown core with up kept buildings; a variety of shops and no empty store fronts. As for the LCBO….there’s no question that it very well may be a model of good urban design but this is a rural community and although the new store is outside the actual heritage district it is the gate-

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I am a volunteer at the local Glenwood cemetery. I love Picton’s Garden Cemetery (so-styled back in the 19th Century). For some time it was allowed to moulder but has experienced a new lease on life. That change involved a huge amount of work by people like Peter Lockyer, Bob Bird, and Sandy Latchford (and so many others). More recently, Glenwood

has been getting complaints about dogs running free on the property, something Glenwood’s company bylaws say is not permitted. This has two undesirable effects: droppings on the ground that grounds staff and bereaved visitors find on their feet (and sometimes knees), and, as well, frightened visitors, including children. Glenwood gets complaints about both.

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LETTERS POLICY

The Picton Gazette welcomes letters to the editor of 500 words or less. The letters may be edited for clarity, legal ramifications, length or general taste at the editor’s discretion. We also reserve the right to refuse to publish submitted letters for the same reasons. Letters published do not necessarily reflect the views of the Gazette, its publisher, or staff. Submitted items become property of the Gazette.

way to our downtown and does not respect the heritage that council is trying to preserve in its heritage act. Going forward, grandfathering or whatever you may want to call it, there is no way that this council or any future council will have the power to tell McDonalds it has to tone down its golden arches. The LCBO did not have a permit, did not pay for a permit and was not fined for

doing work without a permit when it put up its signage at their temporary location at the old Mac’s Milk store. But then, I was just made aware that our bylaws are governed reactively not proactively by a complaint system. How naive am I ! I am very much in favour of the preservation and restoration of heritage buildings but when an owner of a non-contributing structure

which houses a 25-year-old business has to spend her time defending a sign, again agreeing with Litke, semantics should not consume council but rather the more important issues facing the community. The precedent was set with the construction of the new LCBO. Everything else seems inconsequential. Cynthia Nicholls

Keep dogs leashed and clean up their mess while on Glenwood’s property

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Why not just call the cops? We can’t. Glenwood is a private company. If I understand correctly, Glenwood, not the municipality, must therefore enforce its own bylaws. There are some instances where we can get municipal help, for example: if we see and report unleashed dogs trespassing from an adjacent municipal property, but otherwise we would have to hire

our own bylaw enforcement person. We need every single bit of money we get to run the cemetery itself! I know the board and staff at Glenwood love to see people and their dogs enjoying what is really Picton’s biggest park area (including Glenwood, the dog park, the Mt Olivet area, et cetera). At the same time, a little more consideration for mourners, who should not

be getting doggie doo on their knees and feet, and for children, who should not be learning that dogs are frightening beasts, would be more than appreciated. Please, please leash and clean up after your dogs when you are on Glenwood property and help us to get this message out. Mary Lazier-Corbett Picton

Reinstate Trash Bash to clean county roadsides

Regarding the letter “Time for council to take steps to curb municipality’s atrocious litter problem” in last week’s Gazette. Why the council ever cancelled the annual Trash Bash is beyond understanding. ! As the previous letter writer noted, the county is now strewn with garbage – which is either thrown out

of car windows, or deliberately dumped on side roads. It looks disgusting – and is a constant eyesore to all residents and visitors. I regularly walk about 3 km along my property line and beyond picking up carthrown junk – and can easily fill a large green garbage bag every few weeks ! At least with Trash Bash,

the county would start the spring season “garbageless,” with the co-operation of residents, schools and community groups...and the support of many businesses whose products unfortunately create the problem in the first place. Please reinstate Trash Bash. Joy Williams Picton

Bloomfield businesses have different sign problem

Janet Davies won the Athol recreation committee’s Phil Dodds volunteer award this year for her outstanding dedication to the community. As the committee’’s secretary, she kept diligent minutes, advertised events through posters and media and she regularly volunteers for many roles, such as decorating, selling tickets, or tending bar.Dodds (pictured above) was a community minded Gazetteeditor of 42 years and a tireless volunteer. (Submitted photo)

Last year, the Bloomfield and Area Business Association created and installed four large signs at the entrance points to Bloomfield. They are large coloured ovals with sketches by Alex Fida, and a large scripty Bloomfield logo. Last fall the wind busted the posts on the sign south of the village on the West Lake entrance. I moved the sign to the ditch for safe-

keeping, until the County repaired the posts, which they did. In the meantime, the sign disappeared. If anyone has information as to the whereabouts of the sign, please contact me at 613-393-3355, and I will gladly retrieve it, no questions asked. This was not a government-funded project. The signs were funded by the

small business owners of BABA, out of their own pockets. Before we spend more money, it would be nice if the sign magically reappeared. Being the county, I'm pretty sure I can count on your help. Steve Campbell Bloomfield and Area Business Association

If a new book or DVD is on your mind, we want to know about it

At its heart, community input is what shapes a good public library collection. Here at the Prince Edward County Library, we’re constantly changing and evolving our collections, adding new items weekly. What you may wonder is how we figure out what titles to stock. Well, we’re constantly on the look out for the next great read. We look at reviews of items newly released or scheduled to be published and try to predict what our readers will want, based on their borrowing habits and feedback. And because you never know when the next surprise hit by a first-time author or a new take on a topic will start climbing the bestseller charts, we also rely on your suggestions and requests. We’re always happy to hear from library users who are interested in something that we don’t yet have in stock. Often, if a person requests an item, it’s not long

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before we hear from more readers who are interested in the very same title. It’s important that the library’s collection be balanced and diverse, so we are always interested in hearing from you if there’s something you feel we’re missing. Another way that we try to predict what will be popular is by getting involved in local events, such as the

recent Prince Edward County Authors Festival. For example, we noticed that Translation is a Love Affair by Jacques Poulin was on the docket for discussion at the County Reads event. Anticipating the book would be in high demand after the debate, we ordered three copies. Not only are all three titles circulating right now, but a number of eager readers have pre-reserved a copy. If Dorothy Speirs’ engaging presentation convinced you to read Poulin’s book, drop by your branch or contact me to get your name on the waitlist. For those of you (like me) who have the soundtrack to Hamilton on repeat, you might be interested to know we recently acquired a new book that features the complete libretto as well as author Lin-Manuel Miranda’s notes. This smash hit Broadway play has garnered a Grammy, a Pulitzer and widespread accolades. We

decided to order the book that’s getting rave reviews thanks to a request from an interested patron. We rely on our patrons to keep us apprised on the latest television shows and movies that are must-watches. A number of our patrons are big fans of British TV series – they keep us posted on what’s new and popular so we can order them in on DVD. Thanks to patrons’ requests, we’ve brought in Grantchester, a British detective drama set in the 1950s that features an Anglican vicar who develops a sideline in sleuthing. Everyone in the County benefits when community members help shape our library collections. As a result of listening to your feedback and bringing in content that you’d like to borrow such as popular movies and series, in 2015 we saw increase of almost 20 per cent in the number of DVDs borrowed. We also take e-book

requests. Our Overdrive collection of e-books is shared with libraries across Ontario. This system gives all of us access to a much larger collection than we would have otherwise. However, waitlists for trendy e-books are sometimes quite lengthy. If you ever find yourself waiting a long time for a book, please let us know. If demand is high, we can sometimes purchase an additional copy just for the use of Prince Edward County patrons. To make a request, drop by your local branch, call 613-476-5962 or send me an e-mail at liz@peclibrary.org. Time is running out to answer our three-question library survey. It closes at midnight on Saturday, April 30. Visit one of our branches or the PEClibrary.org homepage to participate. We thank everyone for sharing your feedback and helping us build a great public library collection.

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The Picton Gazette $318,100 tender awarded to Semple Gooder to provide repairs to roof at PECI as identified in 2013 study of school buildings

Public board to reflect on ‘original people of our land’ before its meetings JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

Less than a year after altering their opening exercises to longer include a prayer to almighty God, the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is making an addition to include thoughts for “the original people of the land.�

Public school board trustees voted in favour of a motion Monday evening at their monthly board meeting “to acknowledge the original people of our land at part of the regular agenda at public board meetings.� Exactly how this affirmation of support of First Nations, Metis and Inuit students, employees and com-

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munities will be accomplished won't be known to the public until Tuesday, May 24 when the board meets again for a regular meeting although the chair is expected to take the lead in presenting regular public support. Up until April 2015 the board held fast to asking God for “patience, sympathy, generosity of mind, courage, but above all, thy divine guidance in all our deliberations and actions.� prior to officially starting its meetings in spite of correspondence from local atheist and humanist organizations decrying them for doing so. But a Supreme Court of Canada ruling that originated from a complaint in Saguenay, Que. where that town’s municipal council

opened its meetings with prayer caused a major shift in the opening of council and board meetings across the country after the top court declared that “recitation of a prayer prior to public meetings was, above all else, a use by the council of public powers to manifest and profess one religion to the exclusion of all others.� In lock step with other public body stragglers, the board immediately did away with the prayer in favour of a moment of silence for personal reflection almost one year ago. That process was more recently replaced with a “growing with character moment� where a random trustee now speaks to one of the tenants of a system-wide improvement program

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designed to provide learning opportunities that promote social and emotional learning in children. The character moments traits include caring, cooperation, honesty, humour, integrity, respect, responsibility and trustworthiness. Director of education Mandy Savery-Whiteway said the work of Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory trustee during the development process on “how we will acknowledge the original peoples of the land in an appropriate fashion starting next board meeting� was most valuable. “We would also like to acknowledge Chief Donald R. Maracle and the (Mohawk) band council as we have had ongoing discussions with them through (trustee Brant),� SaveryWhiteway said. Brant said he was appreciative for this type of inclu-

sion and thought in the public bodies opening exercises. “I am so appreciative to (my fellow trustees), the senior administration team and the entire school board for the respectful relationship that exists and it really does help to bring us all closer together,� Brant added. n In other school board news, the roof at PECI will be undergoing repairs this summer. As part of a $2.9-million, 13-facility roof repair and replacement initiative undertaken by the board for the building season of 2016, Semple Gooder was awarded the tender for work on the roof at the local secondary school. The tender amount was $318,100. PECI was the only Prince Edward County public school to be identified in a 2013 study undertaken by TSS Building Science Inc. To have urgent roofing needs.

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April often a tricky month for merchants BUSINESS, from page 1

“Business is down a little bit, but what are you going to do,” he said. “This has got to be done.” He said ultimately the product of the construction will be a benefit. “A couple of years down the road, between the Royal project and the street it's going to look great downtown,” he said. “There was never going to be a good time to do it.” City Revival owner Faye Graham said things have slowed, but not to a large degree. “It's pretty quiet, but not devastating,” she said. “People are finding their way. They're making an effort to get here, which is pretty wonderful.” Graham agreed the work has to be done and the business will be okay. “People shouldn't get too down around it,” she said. “If they can give us July and August, that will save us.” She encouraged county residents to shop local. Picton BIA manager Lyndsay Richmond said the degree to which businesses are affected has seemed to vary to this point. “I've had some of the cafes in the construction area and just outside of the construction area that have seen an increase in their customers,” she said. “I've also had some of the retailers and other restaurants in the area that are definitely noticing an impact with their day-to-day busi-

ness because of the construction.” A decline in vehicular traffic as well as foot traffic has been seen by many businesses, she said. A lack of parking has been noted as a contributing factor by some business owners, but Richmond said there haven't been many days when the free parking in Market Lane has been completely full. She said more parking is on the way with the County expected to open up the new lot on King Street in May. Early on in the construction there were some complaints that detour signage was driving traffic around Picton altogether rather than just the construction zone. She said the Picton BIA advocated on behalf of businesses with the county and with the construction company to move “local traffic only” signs closer to the construction site. “Initially they were up near Tim Hortons so it looked like only local traffic was allowed from Chapel to Ross Street when indeed that whole section is open and there's nothing happening in that section,” Richmond said. “The local traffic only sign was moved right up to the Regent Theatre so vehicles would consider coming all the way down to Ross Street, then detouring off of Main.” She said signs declaring Main Street “open for business” are also expected to be erected on all the exterior detour signs around the construction zone to encourage visitors to come into the

downtown core. She said aside from the construction, April is generally a tricky time of year. When it's nice outside, many people are at home preparing yards and gardens for the summer and when it's not, there isn't much desire to stroll the streets. “It's always been a bit of a trying month for businesses in the downtown,” she said. She said some businesses have offered construction sales while others have taken the opportunity to host events with a construction theme. “I'd say the businesses are doing a lot to try to encourage shopping locally and encourage visitors to come to the downtown,” she said. “Businesses are really trying to be creative and are doing things that will help people coming to the downtown access their businesses.” In addition, Richmond said the BIA will soon be launching a Main Street Makeover contest that will run through May and June. She said in June the BIA is also looking to host a fashion week with a fashion show on the street. “We are working on a number of things again to encourage pedestrians downtown,” she said. Overall, Richmond said businesses have been extremely positive about the Taggart Construction workers who she said have been supporting the businesses, helping answer questions, and even helping with recycling, garbage and deliveries.

WANT TO HELP MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT TO YOUR COMMUNITY? YOU ARE INVITED! As a part of the Downtown Revitalization project, the County is undertaking a Community Design Piece where the County will work together with a landscape architect to develop a series of streetscape guidelines for the downtown commercial core centres of Picton, Bloomfield, Wellington Consecon and Rossmore. The landscape architect firm of MBTW will lead an interactive walkabout of each downtown centre where attendees can provide feedback on the current streetscape, and offer suggestions for potential improvements ideas and suggestions for future potential improvements. MBTW will also be developing a very short survey which will allow everyone with an opportunity to share their opinion and give feedback on the existing aesthetic condition of these downtowns as well as offer suggestions for improvement. The ultimate goal is to further enhance each downtown which will attract more visitors, customers, and residents to explore and experience all that is to offer in these five downtowns. This exercise will allow each of the downtowns to develop a comprehensive guideline for each community which will allow each town to create a compatible level of development that complements the existing character of each of the five downtown centres. If you have an interest in Architecture, Street Furniture & Décor, Beautification, or giving back to your community, we’d love to hear from you! Meetings will take place over a two-day period in early May, as follows: PICTON CONSECON BLOOMFIELD WELLINGTON ROSSMORE

Thursday, May 5 from 5-7pm, Edward Building, 280 Main Street Thursday, May 5 from 1-3pm, Masonic Lodge, 25 Mill Street Friday, May 6 from 11am-1pm, Bloomfield Town Hall, 289 Main Street Friday, May 6 from 3:30-5:30pm, Wellington Legion, 364 Main Street Friday, May 6 from 8:30-10:30am, County Camo, 71 County Road 3

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WHATTAM’S COMMUNITY CALENDAR The Community Calendar is donated as a public service to our community by The Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main St., West, Picton (613-476-2450) SPACE IS AVAILABLE TO all non-profit groups or organizations that serve 'The County' ONLY. Calendar items can be faxed 476-3031, email communitycalendar@whattamfuneralhome.com or placed in drop box at the side door of the Funeral Home by Saturday at noon.

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WHATTAM’S is proud to present…Family Movie Day” at the Regent Theatre the last Sunday of each month at 2pm. PICTON UNITED CHURCH COUNTY FOOD BANK: Food items that are needed are peanut butter, canned salmon, canned stew/chili, canned fruit, rice. All donations are gratefully accepted. Please drop off donations at the County Food Bank (12 Chapel St., Picton 476-8516), Fri. mornings 9-11:30. Or at the Picton United Church office (Tues. to Fri. mornings 9-11:45). Contact Leda 4762109. LOYALIST HUMANE SOCIETY: Always in need of food, litter, cleaning supplies, paper products as well as kitten food canned & dry. ROTARY CASH CALENDAR WINNERS: April 5th Sandra Rennie, 12th Martina Fitzgerald. PEC WALKERS: Picton, Walking Group, walks start from Mary St. parking lot unless otherwise specified: Mon 8:15am, Mon 9:30am John St/Owen, Tues &Thurs 9:30am, Fri 8:30am. Info: Diane 476-5635. The more the merrier. NEW YOGA CLASSES: Starting at Bloomfield Town Hall Sunday May 8, weekly throughout the summer. Classes run from 10-11am. Please bring your own mat if you can. Fee is $5/class. Generously sponsored by the Bloomfield Rec Committee. Everyone welcome. Info Hedy 393-3798. YOUTH SWIMMING LESSONS SWIM FIT: And pool workout with certified instructor ages 9-17yrs. Swim Fit Spring Session runs 11wks until week of May 31st, once a week on Tues &/or Thurs from 6-7pm at the PE Fitness & Aquatic Centre in Picton. Txt Mike 827-3882 or Facebook QuinteDolphinsSwimClub or www.quintedolphins.ca. YOUTH SWIMMING LESSONS JUNIOR DOLPHINS: And pool workout with certified instructor ages 6-9yrs. Junior Dolphin Spring Session runs 11wks until week of May 30th, once a week on Mondays from 67pm at the PE Fitness & Aquatic Centre in Picton. Txt Mike 827-3882 or Facebook QuinteDolphinsSwimClub or www.quintedolphins.ca. RAIN BARRELS: Order your $60 rain barrels online at www.rainbarrel.ca/csgpicton before May 25th to support the County Sustainability Group’s Environmental Bursary Fund. All proceeds go towards the PECI Student Awards. Pick up for orders is on Sat. May 28th between 10am & Noon at Valleypine Farm 841 Cty Rd 13 at corner of Cty Rd 16 near Black River Cheese. Info Don 476-8016. RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON: Bingo Wednesday’s 6:30pm. RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON: Sunday Afternoon Jam Session 2-5pm. If you play or sing come out & join some fun. RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON: Every Friday night 5:306:30pm Putt Putt come & practice your putts for the golf season. $5 for 3 balls. Winner takes half the pot. WELLINGTON ST. ANDREW’S ANGLICAN CHURCH BASEMENT: The What Not Shop Bag Sale – Grocery $3 & Garbage $5 until April 30th. AA: Meets every Wednesday 8pm Picton Hospital Boardroom. AL-ANON MEETINGS: (adults) Meets 8pm every Tuesday & Thursdays 10:30am at Gilead Fellowship Church Picton. For persons affected by someone’s drinking. Info 1-866-951-3711. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS (NA) MEETING: Every Friday 10am. Prince Edward Learning Centre, basement of The Armoury Main St Picton. Info 476-1811. TOPS #4918: Take off Pounds Sensibly meets every Wednesday at the Anglican Church Hall in Picton. Weigh in 6:00-6:45pm & meeting starts at 6:45pm. Info Sheila 476-2786. APRIL 28: BINGO IN THE COUNTY – Hosted by the Wellington & District Lion’s Club. 6:45pm start, doors open at 6pm in the Highline Hall, Wellington Community Centre. Join us for this weekly event for some fun, friendship & an entertaining evening. Call Betty 399-3105 for further info. Proceeds to local organizations. APRIL 30: MOM 2 MOM SALE – At The HUB, 10 McFarland Court, Picton from 10am-2pm. Lots of vendors with a variety of merchandise & Mom’s with used clothing, toys, strollers, etc. for sale. If interested in a table for yourself ($10) contact The Hub at 476-8142. APRIL 30: PICTON KINETTE’S PRESENTS FANTASY KINGDOM TEA – Invites all Princess’s & Superhero’s to attend Court from 1-4pm with Tea served 2pm at Picton United Church, 12 Chapel St. All children under 12 yrs $3. Adults $5. Come dressed as your favorite person. Tickets at Flowers N’ Such 476-0203 or at the door or 476-3495. APRIL 30/MAY 1: PE COMMUNITY THEATRE PRESENTS – “What the Butler Saw” a farce by Joe Orton, Sat Apr 30 @ 8pm & Sun May 1 @ 2pm. Advance tickets $15 at Imperial Submarine & Rosehaven Yarn Shop, Picton & at SideStreet Gallery, Wellington. All performances at Mt. Tabor Playhouse, Milford. www.pecommtheatre.ca. MAY 1: CREATIVE COLLECTIVE WORKSHOP – Offers a relaxed & fun “tasting menu” of body-mind experiences this spring at Bloomfield Town Hall 1-2:30pm. Do one or two workshops or do them all! Cost is $5 at the

door (or by donation). May 1 workshop NIA Moving to Heal//Gina Peers. Info http://creativecollectivewiaprojects.blogspot.ca/. MAY 1: WESLEY UNITED CHURCH, UNION ROAD – The “SoundSations” musical quartet will be performing oldies, pop, Elvis, country & gospel at 2pm. Tickets $10 at the door or call 969-8951 to reserve. Delicious pie social to follow. MAY 1: PEC PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB – Meets from 79pm at Wellington Public Library. All are welcome, free admission. MAY 3: WEEKLY TUESDAY DROP IN KNIT & CHAT – Milford Br Library 10am-12noon. MAY 3: WEEKLY TUESDAY DROP IN CHESS - All levels. 1-4pm Picton Br Library. MAY 3: AL-ANON - Meets 8 pm at Gilead Fellowship Church, for persons affected by someone’s drinking. (1866-951-3711). MAY 4: FREE COMMUNITY MEAL – With Food Not Bombs at 5:30pm Picton Town Hall. All welcome. MAY 5: WEEKLY THURSDAY THE HUB PLAYGROUP – Drop in 9:30-11am Picton Br Library. MAY 5: AL-ANON - Meets 10:30am Gilead Fellowship Church. If someone’s drinking is bothering you Al-Anon is for you. (1-866-951-3711). MAY 6: CONSECON UNITED CHURCH – Spaghetti Dinner serving from 5-7pm in the Church Hall. $8/adult, 510yrs $5 and under 5yrs free. Dessert & drinks included. Everyone welcome. MAY 6: PICTON UNITED CHURCH – Invites the community to join them for a presentation with Mr. Roy Oliphant MP on Assisted Dying at 6pm Bridge Street United Church, 60 Bridge St E., Belleville. The Supreme Court of Canada gave the Federal Government an extension to June 6/16 to develop a new law that recognizes the right of clearly consenting adults who are enduring intolerable physical or mental suffering to seek medical help in ending their lives. MAY 6/7/8: PE COMMUNITY THEATRE PRESENTS – “What the Butler Saw” a farce by Joe Orton, Fri May 6 & Sat May 7 @ 8pm & Sun May 8 @ 2pm. Advance tickets $15 at Imperial Submarine & Rosehaven Yarn Shop, Picton & at SideStreet Gallery, Wellington. All performances at Mt. Tabor Playhouse, Milford. www.pecommtheatre.ca. MAY 7: ELECTRONIC WASTE & USED CLOTHING DRIVE – Hosted by the Wellington & District Lions Club. Drop off at the Essroc Centre parking lot, Belleville St, Wellington 7am-3pm. Please call Kathy or John 654-2800 for info on acceptable electronics for recycling. All funds raised go back into the community. MAY 7: WELLINGTON ON THE LAKE ANNUAL GARAGE & BAKE SALE – Amazing deals from over 350 homes. Home-made baked goods. Clothing & Jewellery Boutique. 50/50 Draw & Raffles. 8am-Noon at 14 Empire Blvd (turn at Hwy 33 & Prince Edward Dr). MAY 7: REDNERSVILLE ALBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH YARD SALE – 2681 Rednersville Rd 8am3pm. Home baking, jams, pickles, plants, books, dishes, household items, toys, linens & much more. MAY 7: CREATIONS CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES – Bloomfield United Church 9am-4pm. We have one-of-akind crafts & collectibles. MAY 7: ST. PHILIP’S ACW YARD & RUMMAGE SALE – St. Philip’s Church Hall, Milford 10am-1pm. No early birds & also please bring bags. Info Shirley 476-2593. MAY 7: NEWFIE DINNER – At the Salvation Army 5:30pm. Join us for a Jiggs Dinner. Tickets are $20 & should be reserved or purchased in advance. Please call 476-3159. MAY 8: WELLINGTON ELKS MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST – Allisonville Hall. Serving 8:30am-Noon. Donations accepted. Everyone welcome. MAY 8: CREATIVE COLLECTIVE WORKSHOP – Offers a relaxed & fun “tasting menu” of body-mind experiences this spring at Bloomfield Town Hall 1-2:30pm. Do one or two workshops or do them all! Cost is $5 at the door (or by donation). May 8 workshop Qi Gong//Janet Graham. Info http://creativecollectivewiaprojects.blogspot.ca/. MAY 10: SOPHIASBURGH OVER 60 CLUB – Dinner & meeting 12 noon at Friendship United Church Hall. Catered by Demorestville Women’s Institute. $12/person. Call Peggy by Monday prior to reserve 476-3755. May 12: ST. ANDREW’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WELLINGTON – Is holding a Bridge/Luncheon at 12 noon in the Parish Hall. Cost $10. For reservations Call Mary 399-3411 or Mary Ellen 968-3320. MAY 12/13: SONRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY MUSICAL PERFORMANCE – “The Game Plan” A Kid’s Musical about God’s Master Plan for Each of Us! An upbeat musical highlighting the importance of teamwork & following God’s game plan. Thurs May 12 @ 1:30 & 7pm. Fri May 13 @ 7pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2 Corey St. Bloomfield. Presented by the students of Sonrise Christian Academy. Free will offering. All are welcome. We hope to see you there! MAY 14: WELLINGTON WALK FOR ALZHEIMER’S – Join the Alzheimer Society of Hastings-Prince Edward in Wellington Park for the 2016 Wellington Walk for Alzheimer’s. Registration begins at 12:30pm. Walk starts at 1pm. With special guests, “THE FIDDLEHEADS”. MAY 14: WOMEN’S MINISTRY – Faith Celebration at Friendship United Church, Demorestville 5pm. Banquet (catered by BecK n’ Call) followed by Praise/Worship & wonderful Guest Speaker. Tickets $15. Advance tickets only. All tickets/information Leslie 476-2020.

10 APRIL 28, 2016

The Picton Gazette

Consecon businesses band together as part of informal association to promote their interests ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

A number of Consecon businesses have taken steps to form an organization dedicated to the promotion of their interests in the village and in neighbouring areas. Janet Battaglio, an artist who operates a studio in the village of about 400 along the shores of Wellers Bay said the impetus for the new Consecon Business Association developed as the community participated in the County's downtown revitalization process. Spending time on the revitalization committee,

JANET BATTAGLIO

Battaglio noticed that other areas like Picton, Bloomfield and Wellington have dedicated organizations that promote their businesses. Consecon

has the Consecon and Area Ratepayers' Association (CARA), which has worked to put the village on the map over the past 10 years, however it's focus isn't specifically the needs of business. "We are a village, but everybody drives by and they don't know what we have here," Battaglio said. "CARA has been good, they have a web site and they are promoting the businesses, but they can only promote them so far in that venue." Battaglio, who is a board member with CARA, said through the revitalization process, there has been a push for people within the five

involved communities to initiate improvements in their own communities with support from the municipality and other groups. "They're not going to come in and do it for us is what I realized," she said. Battaglio once asked about a welcome guide published in partnership between the County's community development department and business improvement associations in Picton, Wellington, and Bloomfield. She learned those organizations came together to produce the publication. This year, for a second edition, Battaglio was able to get

six businesses to come together on short to raise money to be featured in a four-page Consecon spread. "We did what we could do as a group," she said. Battaglio told CARA members that was an initial project for the Consecon Business Association. She said at this time, it is to be an informal network of businesses pooling their resources each time there is a project that can promote the businesses. "At this point, what we're doing is taking interest," she said. "There's no specific fee, but that will come. We put this together as quickly as possible to get into the guide. Hopeful-

ly it will evolve into a formal association." For now, the informal allegiance is fine as it means the group can chart its own course and set a mandate before applying to be a business improvement area, which is subject to municipal oversight and provincial legislation. Battaglio said she will be looking to talk to more business owners in the weeks ahead to gauge interest in the association and to develop its mandate and composition. "Ask me in a year," she said. "I'm going to go to all the businesses I can."

Church Services this week

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

Sunday Services 10:30am with Pastor Larry Snider

Parish of Marysburgh Rev. Canon David Smith 613-929-2757

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St. John’s

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Sunday Worship 9:00am St. Philip’s

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3 McFarland Drive Sunday

Breaking of Bread 9:30am Sunday School/ Adult Bible Class 11:15am Gospel 7:00pm

Gilead Fellowship

Sunday Worsip 11:00am Children’s Church at St. Philip’s

PICTON GOSPEL HALL

2 Downes Ave. Picton 613-476-2622

Creating Sanctuary

Jazz by Kenneth Erskine, Tom Dietzel and Dan Bone The LGBT Inclusion service is on youtube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DBd0JYJGCF0

Minister: Lynne Donovan 31 King St., Picton 613.476.6024 www.standrewspicton.com Sunday Worship 10:30 Radio 88.3 FM

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613-476-6276 Fax: 613-476-7293 stgregory@sympatico.ca www.stgregoryparish.ca Saturday Mass 5pm Sunday Mass 10am

Ven. Charles Morris

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BLOOMFIELD UNITED CHURCH “Where Faith is Fun” 272 Main St., Bloomfield Minister: Maureen Ellison

Sunday, May 1st 6th Sunday of Easter Service at 10:30am

Sat. May 7th AOTS Bloomfield & Area Food Drive, 9am - 12 Noon bloomfielduc@gmail.com

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PICTON UNITED CHURCH

Minister: Janelle Shaw

Worship Services 9:30am - South Bay 11:00am - Cherry Valley Bible Study Wednesdays 10am 58 St. Philips Street

PRINCE EDWARD NORTH UNITED CHURCH Sunday, May 1st

12 Chapel St. 613-476-6050 pictonunitedchurch@bellnet.ca Minister: Rev. Richard Hamilton

Wesley-Mountainview @ 9:30am Friendship-Demorestville @ 11:00am

6th Sunday After Easter

Message: “Signs of the times”

Worship Service 10:30am

Serving the Community for 222 years

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All Children welcome at Sunday School Matthew 24:3-8 “Tell us…what will be the sign of your coming…?”

Women’s Faith Celebration

Sat. May 14th @ Friendship UC 5pm. praise, worship & guest speaker. Tickets $15 - available until May 7th; no tickets at door. Invite a friend, neighbour for a wonderful evening. Rev. Kirby Breithaupt C-613-403-4742 or H-613-476-2020 princeedward.north@kos.net friendshipunitedchurch.org

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APRIL 28, 2016 11

The Picton Gazette

Masons have created identification kits for 65,255 Ontario children, seniors Program aims to cut search time to find missing people ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

Over the past nine years, Masons have handed out 65,255 identification kits designed to help families find children and seniors who go missing. Harold Newton, a Belleville area Mason, co-ordinates the Masonic Child Identification Program in this region. On Sunday, he visited the Consecon Masonic Hall to tell community members how families in the village could benefit if the local lodge offered the program or partnered with an association like the Consecon and Area Ratepayers' Association. "It's a modern policeapproved technique to create child identification kits," Newton explained. "It's recognized throughout North America for missing children." Through the program, which is supported by Masons and community donors, families will arrive at a clinic in the area. First, parents will have to fill out a consent form to have their child take part in the program — and Newton made it

INFORMATION AT HIS FINGERTIPS Masonic Child Identification Program co-ordinator Harold Newton shows the detailed information parents can have at their fingerprints if they attend one of the program’s clinics.(Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

clear that though the program is commonly referred to by the acronym ChIP, it does not involve microchips. First, the parents fill information about a child's vital statistics like height, weight, eye colour, physical defects or hearing loss. Next, a nurse will administer a cheek swab so that a

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child's DNA will be present in the identification package and a dental imprint. Newton explained there are two reasons for the imprint, which was designed by a Shriner's

Hospital dentist. The first dates back to 1998 when Swissair Flight 111 crashed off the coast of Nova Scotia. All 229 people on board died, but many of the children on the flight were not easily identified. "Ninety per cent of the children on that plane had no dental records. They don't go to the dentist," he said. Later, he added those dental plates absorb DNA and they can also capture scent. There were cases in the United States where rescue dogs found missing seniors based on their imprints. From there, the children move to a computer which is specifically designated for the program. Volunteers enter the information parents supplied into designated software. They also do electronic fingerprints and record a video of the child speaking — so that police or community members might be able to identify their voices — and ask questions like where a child might hide when they're scared, who their best friends are, and how they get to and from school. A DVD is printed and then volunteers delete the information immediately. "The minute that child

walks away from the computer, the information is erased. there is no record. If we want to have it redone, that child has to come in and be reentered. We don't keep any records in the Masonic organization," Newton said. Through the process, Newton said volunteers are able to help children become aware of their safety too. He shared an example of one young girl who had learned about DNA through the screening and when she thought she was in trouble, she started licking car windows to spread it. Parents are handed an envelope with two identification cards they can send with their child and the DVD. There is no cost to parents. It costs the Masons and supporting organizations about $5 for the DVD and $1.50 for the dental imprint. Any money made from sponsorship is

used to buy computers. Newton said this district has five computers sitting in Napanee, which were purchased for $3,800 each. They're transported to each clinic. If more are needed, they're brought in from other districts. Newton said the program is available to anyone as young as six months. He recommends parents return to update the information every five to seven years. Voices and statistics will change, after all, but DNA and dental records likely won't change greatly. An interesting detail Newton shared is the increase in use for seniors with dementia. "If anyone in a nursing home or anyone else wants to come, we'll do a complete kit on a senior. It can be useful for anyone with Alzheimer's or those who like to wander off," he said.

See MASONS, page 16

NOTICE OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

OF THE PRINCE EDWARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY The Annual General Meeting of the Prince Edward Historical Society will be held on Sunday, May 15th at 2:00 p.m. at the Wellington Library, 261 Main Street, Wellington, Ontario.

Guest Speaker: Lindsay Reid, Associate with ERA Architects Inc. and responsible for ERA’s Prince Edward County office, will talk about Heritage Conservation Districts with particular emphasis on Picton.

Members may vote on a proposed slate of officers for the Society that will be presented by the Executive, and nominations from the floor will be accepted. Light refreshments will be served. All welcome

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The Picton Gazette

Volunteer drivers speak about their experiences

Community Care offers an escorted volunteer driving program to help seniors get to medical appointments and shopping. We need more drivers and what better way to entice people to volunteer their time than to tell you what our drivers have to say about this volunteer activity. “I enjoy meeting new people and helping those in this community,â€? said one driver. “What goes around comes around,â€? said another. “Being involved in this program keeps me active and interested.â€? “Driving older people makes me feel younger and Debbie gets me out of the house.â€? “I MacDonald Moynes enjoy the time and I also enjoy driving.â€? “To give back.â€? “I’ve been doing this three years “I’ve been a volunteer and I love it, each time is dif- driver for 16 years and I love ferent and it’s a challenge, it. I love the people and get too.â€? great satisfaction from being involved.â€? Another driver said “Someday I’ll need the help. Also, I learn so much about Prince Edward County.â€? One volunteer driver said that his experience with the staff of Community Care is very positive. “They are professional, well organized and always cheerful. Everyone at Community Care is very concerned about client confiden ‘‹Â? —• ˆ‘” –Š‹• ˆƒÂ?‹Ž›-ˆ”‹‡Â?†Ž›ǥ ˆ—Â? Š‹Â?‡ǥ ‹Â? •—’’‘”– ‘ˆ Š‘•’‹…‡ ƒÂ?† ’ƒŽŽ‹ƒ–‹˜‡ …ƒ”‡ ‹Â? ”‹Â?…‡ †™ƒ”† ‘—Â?–›Ǥ tialityâ€?, he said. Everybody at Community Care values the time of those that volunteer for us. After all our vision statement is: The Â?–‡”–ƒ‹Â?Â?‡Â?– …‘—”–‡•› —Â?…Š …‘—”–‡•› ‘ˆ ‹…–‘Â? ‘–ƒ”› freedom and dignity of choice; the comfort of home; a ”‹œ‡•Ǩ passion for volunteers. We Â?ÇĄ Í™Â?ÇĄ Í›Â? ƒÂ?† Í•Í”Â? ”‘—–‡•Ǩ work with people to make sure the volunteer experience fits with their schedule. We strive to create a process ‡‰‹•–”ƒ–‹‘Â? ˆ‘”Â?• ƒ˜ƒ‹Žƒ„Ž‡ ƒ– ÇŁ where our drivers can always ‹…–‘Â? Č Â‘Â•Â’Â‹Â…Â‡ÇĄ ͔͘ ‘™Â?‡• ˜‡Â?—‡ Č Â?Ž‹Â?‡ ƒ– ™™™ǤŠ‘•’‹…‡’”‹Â?…‡‡†™ƒ”†Ǥ…ƒ tell the office staff that they are ‘” Â?‘”‡ ‹Â?ˆ‘ …ƒŽŽ ͚͕͗ ͚͙͘-Í˜Í”Í˜Í”ÇĄ ‡š–Ǥ ͖͔͙ unavailable, without any regrets, without any twinges of guilt. “The way you do it, alternating drivers and clients is 3,&721 0$,1 675((7 0$.(29(5 83'$7( good. It minimizes the possibility of personal attachment

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CHAUFFEUR SERVICE George Publow is one of Community Care’s volunteer drivers that are ready to hit the road helping seniors live at home,. (Submitted photo)

(beyond a healthy relationship) and maintains professional balance.� There are benefits both for the seniors who are clients of this program and for the volunteer as well. After all, studies show that volunteers live longer, healthier, happier lives. “I’m very happy with doing it and there is obviously a need in the community,� said one volunteer driver. To get involved as a driver call the Community Care office and arrange a time to meet with a co-ordinator to start the conversation about volunteering. If you need a ride, call today. 613-476-7493.

Luncheon Social in Picton at the Beck and Call Restaurant May 4. Bill Grieve, the chef with Wheel House and Occasions Catering, is preparing homemade soup, breast of chicken with mushroom cream sauce, mashed potatoes, vegetables, coleslaw, bread and butter, lemon pie, coffee and tea, is for $10 per person. Reserve your place by the Tuesday prior at noon by calling 613-476-7493. This is a special event and only those seniors who have made a reservation can attend. Space is limited so call early.

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A 55-Alive safe driving course will be held on Thursday, May 5th in Picton sponsored by Community Care. The course is from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This driver retraining program was developed by the Canada Safety Council and is designed specifically to help older drivers improve their driving skills. The cost is $30 per person, which includes workbook, refreshments and a light lunch. Call 613-476-7493 to register or for more information. Space is limited. Call today.

Good used clothing for the whole family is for sale at Community Care’s Thrift Shop. Hurry in early for the best selection. All of the proceeds help county seniors live at home. For more information call 613-476-1555.

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Main Street eatery collecting bras County Canteen event fights breast cancer ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

A Picton restaurateur hopes that a special promotion next month will have people talking about the breast — and it has nothing to do with the way her chef plans to perpare chicken. County Canteen co-owner Natalie Wollenberg says her establishment is hoping to bring awareness to the fight against breast cancer and raise a bit of money for Canadian Cancer Society initiatives. “We’re asking the women of Picton and Prince Edward County to drop off their secondhand or new bras and we’ll hang them May 15.” The goal is to bring in more than 1,000 undergarments to hang on a construction fence, which Taggart Construction has already painted pink to help raise awareness. “We thought how can we take something that’s a bit of a challenge — this construction — and turn it into something good,” said Wollenberg, who added that her mother was a breast cancer survivor and she lost two grandmothers to the disease. Another staff member’s mothe, Charlene Inch, is also a survivor who has been active in fundraising. Wollenberg said breast cancer alone has affected numerous families in the Quinte region and those who haven’t had a friend or family member impacted have likely

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been affected by other forms of the disease. “We’re hoping people will donate 10 cents a bra or any one-off donation they’re able to contribute,” she said. “We’ll keep the donation jar out.” She said the County Canteen has already collected money for the cause as the winners of the most recent pub trivia competition agreed to put their winnings straight into the pot. Wollenberg said she’s looking forward to having a little fun and unveiling the art

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The Picton Gazette

Marketing event brings county’s bounty to the national capital for fifth straight year

Well it's that time of year now. I was just talking to Mike Traynor of Traynor Family Vineyard and he informed me that the buds are now starting to push out from the vines and so I figured I better get to writing about the wineries and what's going on this season! But as I sit here writing this on April 25, it just started snowing out and I wonder what the heck is going on! Last week I wasn't sippin' in the county" but was actually sippin' in the capital as county wineries descended

on Ottawa to showcase their wines. The event was put on by the Savvy Company and this was the fifth year in a row they have done it. Debbie Trenholm is the president of Savvy Company and is an accredited Sommelier and is an avid supporter of county wineries. I have met her on several occasions as she brings buss loads of wine enthusiasts from Ottawa to many wine events at the Crystal Palace in Picton and jumped at this chance to go see her at this event. She told me she has a

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Ottawa through the many wine, food and other beverage producers. It’s a great opportunity to meet the people behind the products, get a personal tasting experience and help them plan their next trip. Bringing a little taste of the county to Ottawa is truly our pleasure – our 40-plus wineries are

local farmers) and the Great Canadian Cheese Festival (county wines paired with the biggest artisan cheese show in North America) on June 4 and 5. Both of these events will be happening at the Crystal Palace in Picton and if you like wine this is your chance to taste a lot of the county wares under one roof ... I'll certainly be there. As usual I will be keeping a list of upcoming events at wineries in the county on my web site, www.princeedwardcountywineries.com. I also have a video up on my trip to Ottawa for the County In The Capital event in the special event videos section.

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SoloFest to return for a second season with eight productions in 10-day span THEATRE, from page 3

Inside/Out was delivered by Vancouver-based playwright Patrick Keating, known for appearances in the X Files movie and a number of television series, like Smallville and The Outer Limits. Keating's one-man show takes the audience on a journey of the time he spent in Canada's criminal justice system. An ex-con, Keating actually refused to leave jail on his release date because he was introduced to theatre and cast in the penitentiary's first production. Getting To Room Temperature follows. Phillips said the Arthur Milner play is apt right now as Canada grappling with what it should do in terms of euthanasia legislation. It follows the playwright's own experience caring for his mother. "It's a funny, wry, moving

play that's essentially about the right to die, life, and the end of life and what to do with that, based on a mostly true story about him and his mother," she said. Toronto-based performer Corin Raymond appears next with his touching story, Bookworm, that starts with a father reading to his son and the lifelong love of words that develops. In the launch notes, Phillips indicated the story has "a climax no one could possibly predict" and a story that is contained within one hour. The Space Between tells a different love story. Playwright and performer Simeon Taole tells a tale of a young boy who moved to Canada, fell in love with a girl the same age, and moved back to postapartheid South Africa. The two childhood sweethearts continue to write one another across continents and he longs

to reunite. "It's a true trans-Atlantic love story," Phillips said. SoloFest closes with Empire of the Son, the result of former CBC Radio personality Tetsuro Shigetmatsu's search of CBC Vancouver's archives to learn more about his father from his broadcasts. Phillips said the two had a stilted relationship and Shigetmatsu hoped he'd understand his father better after listening to the tape. The stage season ends in August once again, under the big tent at Rosehall Run. Phillips will direct the world premier of Dave Carley's A Splinter in the Heart, an adaptation of Al Purdy's novel of the same title. "This is a big deal for us, having commissioned that at the end of the 2014, we now get to bring it to fruition this year," Phillips said.

She indicated Canada's unofficial poet laureate, who settled on Roblin Lake, wrote a coming-of-age story set in Trenton around 1918 as the First World War ended. It is set against the backdrop of a real-life chemical plant explosion on Thanksgiving day and tells the way the central character's life and his home town changed. The show runs from Aug. 3-21. In the fall, Festival Players will reprise Sounding Ground, a series of five audio plays about county locations that can be downloaded onto audio devices or borrowed for the court of walking tours. Festival Players founder John Burns attended the launch and credited Phillips for agreeing to be involved with a "hair-brained scheme" years ago and for continuing to build the festival with quality performances year after year.

"Everything I single thing I have seen has been excellent. There's not a single exception — there hasn't been a ringer in the entire thing and that's on you," he said. The company's board chair, Lynn Sullivan, also echoed Burns' comments about the value the company has delivered. "I can only say, from a personal experience, how much I've enjoyed the countless original Canadian productions that Festival Players has provided us here in the county," she said. "As the only professional theatre in the county, the calibre of performances is incredible. We have a really ambitious schedule planned this year and we welcome community support." Phillips encouraged patrons to consider purchasing four-packs until July 1, allowing them a 15-per-cent

discount from regular box office prices. Also, she said ticket sales account for only 30 per cent of the company's budget, so sponsorship is also welcomed. For details on either, please visit www.festivalplayers.ca.

NEW MANAGER In other Festival Players news, Sullivan announced Thursday that Courtney Quebec has joined the staff as the new general manager. Quebec has a masters degree in arts from York University and has taught at York and at Laurentian University. She has run her own music school in Toronto and was worked at SOCAN where she specialized in royalty distribution for live music performances. She recently relocated to the county for her new job.

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3 bedroom in South Marysburgh $249,000 Charming, sunny, big garage

3 bedroom bungalow $328,500 Recently completed, 2 acres

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282 Niles Street - In the centre of the village, this home is an easy stroll from bank, shopping, post office, restaurants and beach. Traditional baseboards, door casings & tin ceilings take you back in time. Large windows allow plenty of sunlight throughout this cozy & extremely well maintained home. The large lot with original barn & workshop allows you to store boats, equipment trailers etc. and should you wish to, you may be able to sever as many as 4 lots. $449,000 MLS 550330131

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Private waterfront property with 1 bed main cottage, guest cottage with bath, and another cabin ready for renovation. $399,000 MLS 550090263

Charming Picton home on quiet street, would be a great investment opportunity. $174,900 MLS 550660085

VILLAGE OF DEMORESTVILLE - Formerly a duplex now a spacious single family home with 2 driveways and 2 garages situated on a large lot. Some work needed to reach it's full potential. $152,500 MLS 550420093

Custom brick bungalow nestled on a lovely 3.5 acre property with 330 ft. on the Bay of Quinte. The land is rolling and with beautiful trees and gorgeous waterfront. Comes with 3 bedrooms, spacious principal rooms, a finished lower level and hardwood floors. Only minutes from the 401 and about 20 minutes from Picton. $589,000 MLS 550420300

GLENORA ROAD - Custom-built, all brick bungalow with town water. Over 2,000 sq. ft. of living space on main floor plus 1,500 sq. ft. on lower level. $325,000 MLS 550740150

Impressive quality built executive home less than five minutes from Picton. Built on a knoll overlooking a pastoral setting of 18 acres, this home is professionally landscaped and boasts a backyard oasis for your family`s enjoyment. Inside, you`ll be comforted by elegant finishes throughout the 3500 sq.ft. of living space. This one is truly for the distinctive buyer! By appointment only. $699,000 MLS 550580068

LOYALIST PKY - Perfect family home. Main floor features master bedroom & ensuite bath, 4-pce. family bath, 2 more bedrooms, updated kitchen & hardwood floors. Beautifully finished basement. $294,900 MLS 550640137

Superb family home backing onto and surrounded by schools, playgrounds, soccer fields on the edge of town. Close to everything! 3+1 bed, large family and rec rooms, 1.5 car garage, paved double drive, raised bungalow sits on a huge 128 x 129 fully fenced lot. $279,000 MLS 550590034

Bring me back to life! 4 bedroom, 100yr plus home with good bones & mechanicals, sitting atop the ridge at Mountain View, on 25 peaceful acres. Take in miles of scenery from your back deck while enjoying a glass of wine and watch the wildlife. But first bring your own taste to the already great character of this one! $229,000 MLS 550080156

177 Brewers Rd - JUST MINUTES FROM WINERIES $210,000 MLS 550800066

50 Belleville St - STEPS FROM WELLINGTON HARBOUR $259,900 MLS 550320074

50 Hilltop Rd - 550' LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT $925,000 MLS 550790214

PICTON - Quintessential Victorian home located a couple of blocks from downtown. Features lots of original charm along with many updates. Lovely fenced yard. $410,000 MLS 550610055

LYONS ROAD - 10 mins. from Picton & 401. 5.3 acres of treed property fronting on Adolphus Reach. Escarpment setting offers spectacular water views. $225,000 MLS 550440107

CHRISTIAN ROAD - Centrally located, convenient for commuting to Belleville or Picton. Features 2.6 acres of property, circular driveway, partly renovated side-split home with wrap-around deck. $229,000 MLS 550090154

3 bedroom, 1 bathroom open concept cottage on beautiful South Bay. $329,000 MLS 550900094

3500sq.ft. bungalow on 2.5 acres close to Belleville. $429,000 MLS 403620170

Beautifully restored century home in Picton with in-law rental apartment. $679,000 MLS 550620103

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37 MAPLEHURST CRESENT AAA real wow!! Tastefully decorated in today's' colours the home offers real hardwood in living & dining rooms,coloured coordinated ceramic tiles in foyer, kitchen, baths and laundry with upgraded Berber carpet in two main floor bedrooms.Professionally finished basement c/w rec room, bedroom & bath. $329,900

6 HERITAGE DRIVE 1620 sq ft on leasehold with walk about basement for storage and workshop, oversize garage. new furnace (2016), 2 bedrooms both with ensuites and walk in closets, enclosed front porch and sun room off den to east for morning sun. Gas fireplace, raised panel oak cabinets, requires decorating. Quick possession @ $174,900

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This 3 bedroom country brick bungalow features many recent renovations including insulation & drywall, new custom kitchen, new hardwood floors throughout, new finished family room in the basement. House sits on 1.7 acres and is a short drive to Picton or 401.

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3541 CTY RD 1 $89,900 Lovely large lot to build your dream home with trees and entrance way. Central location with lots of road frontage and great drilled well. MLS®55035055

EDGE OF TOWN $249,900 Split level 3 bedroom 2 bath home with gleaming hardwood floors, new windows and open concept kitchen/dining and living area. MLS®550580129

VIEWS OF PICTON HARBOUR $298,000 Charming century home, a short walk to all amenities and offering a view of Picton harbour. MLS®550720007

WEST LAKE $149,000 Ideal waterfront property for building your dream home here in Prince Edward County on Sheba`s Island on West Lake. MLS®550510592

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY $185,000 Ready to retire to town? Be in the centre of Picton and walk to everything! Immaculate home with bedroom and bath on main level. MLS®QR21505794

COMMERCIAL VENTURE $139,900 For sale in downtown Picton is a very popular restaurant serving creative home cooked choices. 28 seat restaurant is located in a historic mixed use condo building. MLS®QR160843

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PRIVATE OASIS $389,900 Large open modern living plan featuring 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. Lower level has huge extra room for yoga/pilates studio/workshop. MLS®550890310

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Great lot on Prinyer’s Cove Crescent! This 100’ x 207’ lot offers great potential as a building site. Bring your ideas! (Also available is 345 Prinyers Cove Crescent - upgraded 3/4 bedroom home with extra sleeping bunkie, and 93` of waterfront! See MLS 550960074 for more information.) $20,000 MLS 550960128 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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This 5.2 acre lot is located on beautiful County Road 8 which connects Picton to Cressy. With rolling terrain and mature trees, this is a spectacular opportunity to create your own home, with beautiful vistas all around. Situated among some of Prince Edward County's most significant properties, there is a scope here to create a substantial retirement home or full-time residence & to enjoy the many charms of The County! This lot has an established well, too! $85,000 MLS 550860394 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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Build your dream home on this 2.86 acre lot on Smokes Point Road - minutes to the 401, County wineries and events, and the conveniences of Trenton. Enjoy the waterviews and sunsets over Weller`s Bay. Recently tested dug well with excellent flow rate - and don`t forget the public boat launch down the road, too! $99,000 MLS 550170165 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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This is a level lot in the heart of the Village of Milford. With commercial zoning and residential uses available, this lot offers many opportunities. This lot is walking distance to the Millpond, Mt. Tabor Playhouse, dining, and only a few minutes to a garden centre and auto repair shop. This property is priced to sell! $37,000 550890107 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

Set in the quaint village of Bloomfield, this 1 1/2 storey home is walking distance to a bank, public school, restaurants and boutique shopping. ON the road to Sandbanks Provincial Park, this home could be upgraded to suit a fantastic seasonal rental. Featuring three bedrooms up, a smaller living room and kitchen on the main floor, and a larger recreation room at the back of the home. The main floor 4pc bathroom has been fully renovated. A partially fenced rear yard includes an older garage which is perfect for storage. This home is easy to show. $129,900 MLS 550550080 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

This three bedroom home is located in the heart of Picton and is walking distance to all downtown amenities. Features include an attached garage and large backyard. Property sold `as is` and Seller has no knowledge of Uffi warranty. All measurements and lot size are approximate only. Vendor makes no representation or warranty regarding any information and will not be responsible for any error in measurements, description or cost to maintain property. Buyer agrees to conduct his own investigations and satisfy himself as to any easements/rights of way which may affect the property. $134,500 MLS 550730117 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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Excellent 1.47 acre building lot with well. Just north of Picton. Mature trees, lots of privacy. $25,000 MLS 550420072 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

This residential building lot is just over an acre on a pastoral road in the northern part of Prince Edward County. Only 8 minutes to Hwy 401, and easy access to Belleville and Napanee, what a wonderful place to build a new home. Foster is a well-maintained gravel road and there are a few lovely homes already in the area. The lot itself is nicely treed and level, and sports a wire fence across the front already. Overlooking a row of trees, you can have lots of privacy yet still only be 10 minutes to groceries, fuel, restaurants, live entertainment and both Prince Edward Collegiate Institute and Sophiasburgh schools. $26,900 MLS 550420385 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

In-town living. 2 bedrooms + 4pc bath. Upgraded wiring, drywall and plumbing. High Efficiency Gas Furnace. Charming mouldings and baseboards. Newer windows. Large country kitchen with side entry and back room for storage or potential space for a second bath/laundry. Private yard with perennial gardens, pond, new board and batten shed and bonus side drive off Church Street. Two minute walk to the Picton Harbour, Main Street shops, restaurants and schools. Great starter home! $192,000 MLS 550680087 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault*

Stunning building lot on the protected waters of Prinyers Cove. almost 2 acres of privacy with mature trees and a perfect level learning to start building your dream home. Marina only a minute away. $199,000 MLS QR21506540 Gail Forcht**

Great opportunity to own an investment property in the heart of Bloomfield, tucked away on a quiet street away from all the hustle and bustle. This property features hardwood floors, original tin ceilings, modern kitchen, great open-concept living room with fireplace and a cozy den. Close to Picton and ten minutes to Sandbanks Provincial Park, this house is a must see! $199,000 MLS 550550077 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

WHOPPERTUNITY! 11 acres of beautiful sloping land with 303 feet on County Road 7 and 124 feet of sandy beach on the Adolphus Reach! Charming access by right-of-way leads to this hidden, private site, ideal for your beachfront cottages. Dug-well already in place. Start your County dreams here! $215,000 MLS 550860401 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

Nestled on a mature lot, in a good neighbourhood, is this solid three bedroom bungalow. The generous master bedroom has a full ensuite with access to the main hall. Open concept kitchen/living/dining rooms. A sun porch allows you to sit at the front of the house and enjoy being part of the community. $224,900 MLS 550640027 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

Family home, weekend retreat or perfect rental property - with all the furniture included! This is a charming, secluded County dwelling with deeded access to the Adolphus Real. Bring your canoe! Large family kitchen, pretty gardens and separate garage. Total of four bedrooms and two baths, on two spacious levels. Your home in the County, just past Lake on the Mountain. $225,000 MLS 550860400 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

A bungalow offering one level living in an area that has so much to offer close by. Open concept living area with propane fireplace, country sized kitchen and 3 spacious bedrooms. Set back from the road for privacy and 4 acres of assorted fruit trees with lots of room for a big garden. Double detached garage and lovely front deck. Enjoy the quiet country setting only 15 minutes to Picton - close to Waupoos, Lake on the Mountain, and many wineries, cider companies, cheese factories etc $225,000 MLS 550870069 Gail Forcht**

On the road to the Sandbanks Provincial Park, this two-storey, three bedroom century home is located in the village of Cherry Valley. This property is well suited for the first time buyer, families or investors looking for summer rental potential. Spacious main level with open concept living/dining rooms boasting tin ceilings, large kitchen, powder room and laundry. Exterior features include a detached garage with a loft, large deck and inground pool. $229,000 MLS 550760172 Darlene El-

In the heart of Picton, walk to a myriad of cultural events, gourmet restaurants, shops, harbour and theatre. Picton`s upcoming condo development, `Townhomes on King`, offers access to all of this while living in a lovely Art Deco style building. This 774 sq. ft. unit offers one bedroom which is tucked away from the open-concept kitchen/dining room. The three-piece bathroom features a corner shower and a bright window. A utility room has space for a stacking washer and dryer, too. Your purchase includes access to 1100sqft of common room and exercise room in the adjacent condominium building. $241,000 MLS QR161439 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

Live and work where you love to come and play. This former convenience store which includes all chattels, built-in refridgeration, a kitchen and an abundant source of water has many possibilities. A three bedroom bungalow adjacent to the store provides a comfortable home with walkout. The property is located just minutes from Picton and Sandbanks Provincial Park. This location in Prince Edward County allows for easy access to wineries, beaches, theatre and dining. Situated two hours east of Toronto and three hours west of Montreal. Clean environmental assessment is available. $249,000 MLS 550890104 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

In the heart of Picton, walk to a myriad of cultural events, gourmet restaurants, shops, harbour and theatre. Picton`s upcoming condo development, `The Townhomes on King`, offers access to all of this while living in a lovely Art Deco style building. This 842 square foot unit offers one bedroom plus a den, which are tucked away from the open concept kitchen/dining/living room. The 3-pc bath features a corner shower and a bright window. A utility room has space for a stacking washer and dryer too! Your purchase includes access to 1100sqft of common room and exercise room in the adjacent condominium building. $262,000 MLS QR161436 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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89 acres (approx.) with frontage on County Road 8. Featuring one of the most breathtaking views of Lake Ontario and Amherst Island. Close to wineries, restaurants and walking distance to Fifth Town Cheese Factory. South facing slope with a limestone base great for potential vineyard. Mature hardwood-Hickory, Oak & Pine and it`s own piece of Lost Lake filled with wild life to enjoy. Unique piece of property to build your dream home with a million dollar view. $279,000 MLS 550870291 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

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Charming 2 bedroom home in a most sought after Picton location, and walking distance to shops, restaurants, theatre and galleries. Generous sized living and dining room with hardwood floors and cozy gas fireplace as well as new accessible kitchen, making it perfect for entertaining! Comfortable family room/sunroom overlooks sizeable backyard with deck and lovely perennial gardens. Detached single garage with additional parking. This home just might be the one you were waiting for. $285,000 MLS 550600134 Gail Forcht**

Fabulous cottage with spectacular panoramic views. Quiet private lane and large lot. level waterfront, great for swimming or boating! Great room with wood stove for 4-season use. 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths providing room for the whole family. Currently rented seasonally as a vacation retreat. Patio, dock, and a welcoming hammock at the shore. Come enjoy a private piece of Prince Edward County waterfront! $288,000 MLS 550960162 Gail Forcht**

Last chance to be a part of “Prince Edward Landing”, an enclave of luxury homes on Picton Bay! 1.5 acre waterfront lot features an elevated building site and a gentle slope to the appealing shoreline. Wonderful views of the Yacht Club, the bay, and the sailboats drifting by. Municipal water, sewers and natural gas. Build here and be part of this vibrant town! $289,000 MLS QR21505269 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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A great opportunity to own waterfront in Prince Edward County! This 5 bedroom home has 6.94 acres with trails leading to the waterfront and total privacy. The home would be a great retreat for families, with room to roam and enjoy “county” living. Call listing agent today for more details and to book your appointment. $305,000 MLS 550860122 Peter Lynch* www.chestnutpark.com

Great location, minutes to Picton with over 100 acres and a spacious 2 storey home. The home has updated electrical and windows. Detached 6 car garage. Bathroom up and down, original staircase, newer kitchen and metal roof. Some land had small trees removed and was ploughed up a few years ago in preparation to grow. Lots of space to play! $324,800 MLS 550850143 Gail Forcht**

S-T-R-E-T-C-H out in this country bungalow! Located on a quiet road in Prince Edward County this opportunity is ideal for the first time home buyer or changing needs of the family on a property featuring over 3 acres of land. Windows throughout the home offer ambient natural light with scenic country vistas. The home features 2 bedrooms with a master, 5pc bath, 4pc bath, 2pc bath, and large open concept living room complete skylight and a wood burning fireplace. The kitchen is well equipped and sized for daily living / entertaining while the main floor laundry room serves dual purpose as a back door entrance / mudroom area. The attached triple garage features ample room for vehicles, recreational equipment and toys! Well maintained with handsome curb appeal - Take advantage of this fine offer now! $327,500 MLS 550420576 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

View sunrise and sunset everyday from this solid two bedroom, one bathroom fourseason cottage. The panoramic waterfront escarpment views can be enjoyed both indoors and outdoors all months of the year. And, if you choose to build stairs to the 150 ft of your privately owned waterfront, you will feel like you`ve stepped into another world. Perfect for anyone looking for a year-round cottage or cottage-style home in Prince Edward County and want to be close to the water without the high price tag. Close to area wineries and central routes to all amenities. $335,000 MLS 550380055 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

This lovely 2.5 story Victorian brick home in Picton has been completely updated new roof, windows, doors, wiring, plumbing, insulation and third floor ready for a fabulous Master suite or family room! Warm and comfortable Hot Water heat with a great boiler system. Covered front verandah, original mouldings and staircase, refinished hardwood floors, tall ceilings and lovely large windows. Perfect place for a Bed and Breakfast or family home with room for guests. Steps to downtown shops, theatre, restaurants, farmers market, and cafes. Full basement with side entrance has been completely waterproofed/Wet Tec and insulated. Detached garage/workshop, paved driveway and a fenced yard. Don`t miss this great opportunity! $339,000 550610179 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault*

Upgraded waterfront home on sheltered Prinyers Cove featuring: new mechanical systems, new kitchen, updated baths, a sunroom/sitting room addition, new hardwood floors, a large deck, a new finished bunkie, and an outstanding waterfront dock with deep water mooring. 3/4 bedrooms, excellent reception rooms, lower level with walkout, and excellent storage and utility areas, too! Also available separately is a 100’ x 207’ lot, MLS 550960128, sits directly across the road from the house. Great potential as a building site, additional parking or play areas. $359,000 MLS 550960074 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

Waterfront century home on 4 acres with stunning sunsets. Great spot for a market garden. Additional bunkie/studio with roughed in bathroom. Level to the shore for easy access to swim, boat or fish on Bay of Quinte. Centrally located between Picton/Belleville/Napanee. Original pine floors, attached garage, updated plumbing, electrical and heating. Family room with cathedral ceiling and exposed beams on the 2nd floor with loft. Balcony from the master bedroom overlooking the water. Maintenance free home, while retaining natural character with an original staircase. $399,000 MLS 550420566 Gail Forcht**

Just move in! Impeccable Sheba`s Island home in exquisite condition offers two levels of living space, beautiful grounds and spectacular views over the channel and marsh. Hardwood floors, walls of glass and a huge deck over the water. Just minutes from Picton, Bloomfield and the beach! Ask us about all of the upgrades and renovations. This is an outstanding package! $399,000 MLS 550510593 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

Brick, home in Wellington, with room for B & B, in law suite or a family that likes space for everyone to be comfortable. Deck off the master bedroom/in law suite on the main level, as well as a generous sized deck off the family room with gas fireplace. Gazebo with a 8 person hot tub. 3 bedrooms up with the main bathroom and a spacious finished rec room with an additional bedroom. The layout of this home offers potential for a home based business with wheel chair accessibility and its own entrance. Many recent upgrades to windows, 40 year shingles and a Blaze King gas stove in the lower level. Double garage is fully insulated and finished. Close to the wineries, restaurants and beaches. $400,000 MLS 550270319 Gail Forcht**

A must-see park-like property in beautiful Glenora with Picton Bay in the distance. Bright open-concept main level boasts a cosy wood stove, bamboo and ceramic floors, and patio doors to deck. Spacious master with large ensuite bath and second bedroom with gorgeous windows, and great storage space. Lower level features self-contained suite with kitchen, large bdrm, office, living/dining room with pellet fireplace and private entrance. Attached but private two-bdrm suite on main level, completely renovated in rustic pine featuring cosy living room that opens to private patio, kitchen, and 4 piece bath. Main house could easily be opened to one single family 3+ bdrm home. Lovely perennial gardens and circular drive lead to large outbuilding with incredible vaulted ceilings and custom built wooden doors - perfect place for a studio, workshop or whatever your heart desires. Potential galore on this unique property! Asking $429,000. MLS 550720124 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault*

Overlooking Adolphus Reach and across the road from Lake on the Mountain - this is the perfect place to be close to everything, yet in your own private oasis. Stone faced home with large 1.3+ acre fenced lot. This special property offers full wheelchair accessibility - 2 bedrooms, wide doorways, main level bathrooms, laundry, kitchen, office with French doors, Great room with wood burning fireplace,cathedral ceilings, and a spacious deck. This home was very well built. Elevator to the lower level with large workshop area, utility room and garage bays for boats, equipment, etc - or finish part of the lower level for a rec room or man cave! Great double attached garage on both levels. Walk to the bistro and restaurant at Lake on the Mountain. Provincial park access to the lake for swimming, canoeing or kayaking. Only 8 minutes to Picton. 2 minutes from the Glenora Ferry. $448,000 MLS 550850395 Gail Forcht**

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Outstanding live/work opportunity in the heart of Prince Edward County! 3-bedroom, Guildcrest home (1990) and adjacent convenience store I a busy, highly-visible location. ATM, lottery, dry cleaning transfer and groceries. On route to Sandbanks Provincial Park and across from LCBO. House offers excellent space and potential for development of lower level. Oversized garage, too! $399,000 MLS 550670007 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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Lovely, welcoming, classy, functional....all words which describe our newest offering in Village Woods. Your purchase includes deeded access to the Bay of Quinte only a short walk away. Set on 1.75 acres, there is plenty of room for gardening and play. This exceptionally well-maintained home boasts open concept kitchen with breakfast nook, sun-drenched dining area, gracious living room with propane fireplace, two spacious bedrooms and laundry. The fully finished lower level is perfect for guests and hobbies, with two extra bedrooms, newer 3pc. washroom, family room and reading area. A double attached garage with extra height will hold all of your toys. $469,000 MLS 550070123 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

This 173 acre parcel boasts approximately 1380 ft. of frontage and is located in a desirable area near Sandbanks Provincial Park. Currently being farmed, it has a small stand of trees and several open fields. Featuring a mix of clay/loam soils, it is good for farming and you can build a lovely home here too! $499,000 MLS 550780075 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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Wonderfully detailed, well proportioned and essentially symmetrical best describes this classic reproduction Georgian Regency Cottage. Sweeping 30 foot centre hall, 10 foot ceilings, and French doors that prominently frame spectacular water views over South Bay. Beautiful open concept living spaces and a well planned kitchen design, perfect for entertaining family and friends. Spacious Master Bedroom with luxurious ensuite and oversized French doors to lake views. Guest bedrooms are nicely separated and allow for privacy with an additional bathroom. 106 feet of shoreline and approximately an acre of streams, wetland and an abundance of nature at your doorstep. Swans just love it here! This home is truly one of a kind and certainly a must see. $538,000 MLS 550900052 Gail Forcht**

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Great downtown building with fabulous visible retail space plus income from 7 apartments. Off street parking for tenants. Double front windows for merchandising. Busy foot traffic on `The sunny side of the street`. Proven location for a successful retail business (25+ years). Apartments: 6 one-bedroom units, 1-two bedroom unit plus large retail storefront with full lower level. Tenants pay own utilities except water/sewer. Building has new roof and newer propane furnace for retail space. $645,000 MLS 550620004 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault*

Publow House Retirement Home. An opportunity to own a stately Century home, one block from Main St. Picton. Turn-key business with 9 rooms/suites. Easy access to shopping, medical/hospital facilities. Comfortable common spaces with living room, spacious dining room, gazebo and kitchenette. 2 rooms offer screened in porches. Easy to convert a separate apartment for staff/owner living. High ceilings and original character. Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. $648,000 MLS 550610180 Gail Forcht**

Much loved and admired historical Prince Edward County landmark; stately 1870’s ‘Wilbeth Cottage’ as featured in the `Settler`s Dream`. A residence rich in architectural detailing with a magnificent foyer, spacious common rooms, tin ceilings, pocket doors, and incredible millwork. 6 bedrooms, on the second level open up possibilities for a B & B or Spa, or simply enjoy it as your own family getaway. Impressive south facing family room with vaulted ceilings and rustic finishes overlooks a quiet pastoral setting. New heating system, drive shed, and centrally located between Wellington and Bloomfield. An extremely rare offering. More rooms than are listed. $678,000 MLS 550510166 Gail Forcht**

Set on prestigious Sheba`s Island, this year-round waterfront home offers the opportunity to boat, fish and swim. This home features an open concept kitchen, breakfast nook and great room with stone fireplace, soaring ceilings of BC fir. Main floor bedroom with fireplace and 3pc ensuite, laundry, den and walkouts to the deck all contribute to being a home for entertaining and large families. Two spacious bedrooms overlook the great room and enjoy their own 4pc washroom. The lower level is a fully contained 1 bedroom apartment with above grade windows, granite fireplace and walkout to the rear yard. There is also a 4-season guest cottage on the property with it’s own washroom and fireplace! $699,000 MLS 550510700 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

Canadiana style Century home that offers room for the family or as a B & B. 23.9 acres with over 600 feet of waterfront on Adolphus Reach. Large hip barn that had one half of the loft converted into a studio. 3 other outbuildings as well as a place to store your tractor and equipment! Gabled verandah and deck at the rear. New kitchen and pellet stove in the family room. 2 centre hall plans with one staircase dated back to circa 1835. $798,000 MLS 550870066 Gail Forcht**

Waterfront with sandy shoreline on a calm bay and an impressive Cape Cod style custom built, Geothermal home, set back from the quiet road. This home has a metal roof, wrap around classic veranda as well as a deck across the waterside of the house with sliding doors to access it. Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and eating Island, open concept dining area and family room with wood burning fireplace and hardwood floors. If you are looking for "the place" your friends and family can gather throughout the year or for supplemental income with a rental, this home is definitely worth the look! $798,500 MLS 550900090 Gail Forcht**

A much-admired County landmark in the heart of Picton! This impeccably restored Colonial Revival classic is featured in `The Settler`s Dream` and other publications. 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, exquisite period detail, two staircases and splendid entrance hall with fireplace, expansive verandahs and balconies and a recently-built carriage house. Unique opportunity! $896,000 550590004 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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Stakes vaults to OFSAA Level 6 gold medal in Windsor Cannizaro returns to podium with Level 2 floor bronze medal JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

For the second time in as many years, a PECI gymnast struck gold at the OFSAA championship festival. Grade 11 student athlete Lindsay Stakes was tops at the final meet in Windsor on Monday, posting a 9.55 to lift her to gold at the Level 6 vault competition. Stakes defeated a rival in Katharine Herron of nearby Bayside Secondary School who managed at 9.35 as her best score. Competing at the top level in OFSAA gymnastics, Stakes was nearly a double medalist, just missing out on a bronze in the beam discipline. She also had good showings on the bars (seventh) and the floor (10th). Going into the meet, Stakes thought her best opportunities to medal would come at the vault for the floor portions of the meet. “I'm more of a power gymnast,” Stakes said via cell phone Tuesday as she made her way back to Prince Edward County. But a gold medalist? “I wasn't really sure what to expect at this meet, I just wanted to go out and have some fun,” the first-year senior said. Naturally, Stakes also com-

PANTHER PRIDE From lef, PECI’s Jenn Cannizaro and Lindsay Stakes were all smiles on Wednesday morning after returning form

the 2016 OFSAA gymnastics meet in Windsor earlier this week. Stakes struck gold in the vault while Cannizaro claimed bronze in the floor event. A third Panther, Megan Foster (not pictured) also competed and placed fifth in Level 3 beam.(Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

petes at the club level with the Greater Napanee Gymnastics Club and has represented that group in five different meets all over Ontario this season.

Stakes was part of a three person contingent representing PECI this week in Windsor and wasn't the only one coming home with a medal.

Jenn Cannizaro had an outstanding effort in the Level 2 floor event, posting a 9.75 which was good enough for a bronze medal. Cannizaro won

gold in the Level 1 floor competition a year ago. Also proudly representing the Panthers, Megan Foster finished fifth at the

Level 3 beam. The team is coached by PECI educators Jenn Travers and Lisa Fraser and Travers told the Gazette Wednesday that it was an honour to play a role in what was a historic meet for the school. “The girls are really self trained and work hard in developing their own routines,” Travers said. “All of them had personal bests so it's a fantastic experience for them.” Much like other sports at the secondary school, Panther athletes are often tasked with doing more with less and in this case, there is a definite bereft of gymnastic equipment at PECI. “For the most part, these girls train in a gym with absolutely zero gymnastics equipment. Only at the point where we go to Napanee to train after school did we actually have access so here they are competing at a provincial level with little to no equipment and when they produce these kinds of results, it's truly outstanding,” Travers added. When asked what it was like to earn a provincial championship on behalf of the Panthers athletic concern, Stakes admitted it was somewhat surprising to take her place at the top of the podium Monday. “It's awesome and it feels like a great accomplishment,” she added. “It's something that I didn't think I was capable of so it's awesome and shocking at the same time.”

County native shines in goal as TSN broadcasts Telus Cup final coast-to-coast from New Brunswick

Alexander backstops North York to national midget title JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

GOING OUT ON TOP Wellington native Jett Alexander provided the goaltending needed for the North York Rangers to capture their first Telus Cup Midget Championship on Sunday over the Saint John Vito’s. (Matthew Murnaghan/Hockey Canada)

While he was due to travel back from the Maritimes by air Monday evening, it's hard to imagine Jett Alexander flying any higher than he is right now. The county native was masterful at the 2016 Telus Cup near Saint John, New Brunswick this past week, backstopping his North York Rangers AAA Major Midget squad to a national

title that was formerly known as the Air Canada Cup. The lanky puck stopper made 17 saves in a 4-1 win in Sunday's championship game over host Saint John Vito's that aired live coastto-coast on TSN. It's been nothing but a long and winding road for Alexander who got his start tending net in Prince Edward County, played for the Quinte Red Devils for four years and then took his

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pads to the Greater Toronto Hockey League, first hooking up with the Don Mills Flyers and now the North York Rangers. The Rangers became the second straight GTHL team to win the Telus Cup, following in the foot steps of the Toronto Young Nationals in 2015 who finally broke through in winning the first national midget championship for the largest minor hockey association in the world.

Alexander was a standout for the his team in the GTHL major midget final, winning all four of his starts and allowing just five goals total as North York won the eight point series nine to one over the Mississauga Rebels, winning the Kraft Cup and earning a birth into the Ontario Hockey Federation championship tournament in Waterloo.

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Madness consumes Mt. Tabor with What The Butler Saw British farce caps successful season for Prince Edward Community Theatre ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

It isn't exactly the inmates running the asylum, but perhaps it should be. Prince Edward Community Theatre's season-ending performance of Joe Orton's What The Butler Saw starts with Geraldine Butler (Leah Snider and Suzanne O'Connor) arriving at a psychiatric treatment centre to interview for a routine secretary job. What she experiences once she walks in is anything but routine. Dr. Prentice (Lewis Frape, the head of the treatment centre, quickly realizes the beautiful, young woman he's interviewing is also incredibly naive and he decides he's going to take advantage. "His interests are not in her secretarial skills," director Lynn Fennell said. Quickly, Prentice schemes to have Butler disrobe behind a curtain and is just waiting to unzip his pants for a thorough investigation when he's interrupted twice. Once by his superior with the government, Dr. Rance (Steve Forrester), who visits under the guise of a surprise inspection, and then by his wife — a quicktongued character Prentice describes as a "nymphomaniac" who seeks solace in the hands of others, played by Susie Mitchell. From there, the madness ensues and all bets are off. The good doctor starts down a path of lies, each a bit bolder and zanier to cover his tracks so that neither is any the wiser about his philanderous intentions. Not surprisingly, the lies spiral out of control into a mess of druggings, mistaken identities, and uproarious physical comedy all while poor Butler becomes subject to the stunts afoot. "She's really an innocent pawn in all of this. She gets caught up in the madness whether she wants to or not," said Fennell, who credited Snider and O'Connor for keeping that innocent portrayal alive. "They really are the voice of the audience. Their responses to the madness are the same as yours or mine — 'How did I get caught up in this? I'm not insane' — but how can you tell when you're surrounded by peoples who say you are." The plot continues to boil as the Prentices interact with visitors to the asylum. Rance, so driven by his selfimportance and his intent to win acclaim publishing papers about treatment of mentally-ill people misses the lies right under his nose and laps it all up as day-today business. Sergeant Match (Sid Wells) also seems to bumble through the farcical story as he attempts to

FOUL-TASTING MEDICINE Dr. Prentice (Lewis Frape) forces

prospective secretary Geraldine Butler (Leah Snider) to take a sedative to cover his own misdeeds as government official Dr. Rance (Steve Forrester) looks on during a rehearsal of What The Butler Saw Sunday at Mt. Tabor. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

delve into a case of national significance — Butler's knowledge of a missing element of Sir Winston Churchill's remains — that becomes more clear to the audience as the story unfolds. Fennell said those characters might speak to Orton's frame of mind when he wrote his last published script. Writing in the feverous 1960s in Great Britain, the playwright had an antiestablishment bent in his writing. "This is a farce in every respect. It has all the tropes and metaphors of farce and all the predictable elements, but underneath the voice of an angry, discontented young man who saw the establishment as antagonistic, duplicitous, and deceitful," Fennell said. Adding a bit of further intrigue is the character Nick Bennett (Josh Lambert), a hotel porter who spent the previous night with Mrs. Prentice. Perhaps the most genuinely dangerous character, Bennett was on the run from the law for some of his past dalliances and he attempted to blackmail Mrs. Prentice to give him a job due to compromising photos of their tryst. He soaks up the confusion and attempts to stoke the madness for his own personal benefit. In the end, there's a

shocking, mad twist. The physical comedy and sight gags are rollicking and, at times there are some delightfully biting double entendres in the text. The action on stage appears well set and well delivered in a style reminiscent of British comedy of the period. Each member of the strong ensemble cast delivers laughter as the scheming and desperation intensifies. Fennell said he believes the show will provide a feelgood ending to an eighth Prince Edward Community season that has featured some darker themes. "Trying to make sense of the plot and storyline is

pointless. It is zany, it is frantic and it's very much a farce in every sense of the word," he said. "Ultimately, this is what people want to see. They appreciate fine drama, (recent festival entry) Time Stands Still and others are a testament to that, but at season's end, give them some laughs, give them entertainment. I hope that's what we'll accomplish." Fennell said he was delighted to see two actors from the company's original show, Frape and Wells, back on stage as well as some new talent. He described newcomer Lambert as "very funny, very confident, and very competent on stage." O'Connor is also taking her first turn on the planks after following the company for several years. Offstage, Fennell said Dolores Wallace has been instrumental as a jack of all trades, while Phil and Pat Knox have offered support with lighting and sound. Cast members have also chipped in to perform crew tasks. The show runs for the next two weekends with 8 p.m. performances April 30, May 6, and May 7 and 2 p.m. matinees May 1 and May 8. Tickets are $15 in advance at Rosehaven Yarn Shop, Imperial Submarine, or the SideStreet Gallery, by calling front-of-house manager Bonnie Saveall at 613-4765925 or e-mailing lynnfennell@gmail.com. Tickets at the door are $18 each. Spectators should be aware What The Butler Saw does include references to mature themes like sexuality and sexual assault.

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Alexander hopes to make jump to Junior A after successful midget season CHAMP, from page 24

At that stage, Alexander cemented his status as a big time netminder, backstopping the Rangers to a 3-1 win over the Kanata Junior Lasers in the semifinals before posting a 24 save shutout in the championship game which North York captured by a score of 4-0. In five starts in Saint John, Alexander had a 1.93 goals against average and a .926 save percentage and said at the national stage, North York looked at what the Young Nats accomplished last year and drew inspiration from the rival club finally breaking through. “I think when the Nats won it gave a lot of teams in the GTHL prospective of what teams from Toronto could accomplish on a national level and showed how good our hockey really is,” Alexander told the Gazette Monday morning. “It was an honour to be a part of this team. Everyone bought in to their role, played their game and we worked so well together.” Alexander said it was surreal to play under the bright television lights but

added the was cool and composed despite tens of thousands watching from their living rooms from coast to coast. “Going into the final game we were something like 60-14-9 on the season and we all figured 'What's one more win? We only have 60 minutes of hockey left to play together.',” he added. Alexander got the call to play with the Ontario Junior Hockey League's North York Rangers a few times this season and even posted a win in his first Junior A start in Wellington against the Dukes in late October. That confidence shown in him by Blueshirts bench boss Brent Hughes helped spur Alexander on to a standout major midget season. “North York showed they believed in me and that really helped my development this season. It hasn't been an easy road for me but there was a feeling of accomplishment,” Alexander said. After four years of playing with the Red Devils and having a lot of fun while doing so, Alexander doesn't believe he was pushed from the net but wanted out of the

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organization in order to find a better fit. He found that fit in the Big Smoke and after a hohum season with the Flyers 2013-2014, Alexander caught on with the Rangers program in the fall of 2014 and hasn't looked back. The 6'4,” 181-lb 16-yearold netminder was dealt a further blow in the first round of the GTHL playoffs when his grandmother Jean Alexander passed away. “She was there for my first OJHL start in Wellington and thinking of her definitely gave me an extra push

J. H. Anderson

in the playoffs. I really wanted to do something special for her,” he said. Alexander's OHL rights are owned by the Mississauga Steelheads although he was unable to participate in the Major Junior club's spring camp because the Rangers kept winning playoff games and tournaments. As far as next season goes, Alexander hopes to catch on with a Junior A team somewhere. “Im not too sure where I'll end up but I do know that good things happen when you work hard.”

county native Jett Alexander speaks to Hockey Canada after leading his team to the 2016 Telus Cup championship in Quispamsis, New Brunswick on Sunday. (Hockey Canada)

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May 12 - The Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture monthly board of directors meeting will be held at the Bloomfield United Church in the Sunday school room beginning at 7:30 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend. Contact Patti Stacey at 613-919-5154 or princeedwardfarmers@gmail.com May 18 - Farm Succession Update: 3 Circle Model - In-Deth - from 8:30am to 5pm, The Delta, 50 Stone Road West, Guelph. Professional development for farm advisors focused on farm succession. Learn from some of Canada's top farm advisors about the family farm, farm management and farm ownership and how they all interact in farm succession and transition. Learn and network with other farming professionals at this one day event. Increase your skills and knowledge to be a better farm advisor. Organized by: Canadian Associationof Farm Advisors (CAFA) Inc. 1-877474-2871

OFA takes agri-food issues to the Hill

April 15, 2016 - By Debra Pretty-Straathof, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture Every year for the past 10, the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) and local members, along with Quebec colleagues have met with federal politicians on Parliament Hill. Thanks to the hard work of local federations in eastern Ontario and logistical support from the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA), this annual event is an opportunity to bring the issues and concerns of Ontario farmers and our agri-food industry to our federal leaders. And this year representatives from the Union des Cultivateurs Franco-Ontariens (UCFO) joined the group. More than 40 local volunteers and agricultural advocates brought their farm voice to Parliament Hill during this year’s event on Tuesday, April 12. We started the day with breakfast, hosted an all-day drop in meeting and had all-day office meetings with MPs. By the end of the day OFA and farm representatives spoke with 60 MPs and policy makers. This gives Ontario and Quebec farmers a great format to address the issues facing agriculture that are impacted by federal decisions. We concentrated our discussion on four issues with federal leaders – trade negotiations, investments in agriculture, risk management and the need for a Canadian food policy. We stressed the need for agriculture to be represented and considered in all international trade negotiations. Most Canadian farmers rely on both domestic and overseas markets to sell their products, and that means market access opportunities must be a key component in agriculture policy. OFA members and volunteers discussed non-tariff barriers, market access and international agreements in our meetings. When it comes to infrastructure needs, agriculture requires regular and significant financial investments, just like any other industry in Canada. But unlike other industries, agriculture’s infrastructure needs are different. Rural infrastructure needs investments in solid roads, bridges, broadband and access to cost-effective energy to keep our rural communities competitive and sustainable. We also need a renewed government focus on agricultural research to support growth opportunities for our sector. And we reminded politicians about the importance of investing in Canada’s food manufacturing industry – a key partner in our agri-food industry. Business risk management and support programs also made the agenda on Parliament Hill. Canadian farmers need a stable economic foundation that includes properly designed business risk management programs. OFA members and volunteers took the opportunity to talk about program areas that need improvement, including recommendations to meet business risk management needs. A Canadian food policy is required to address food security and safety, and to promote healthy eating and better use of homegrown products in Canada. OFA representatives reminded politicians that the CFA’s National Food Strategy addresses all these food priorities. The National Food Strategy outlines specific objectives and outcomes for Canada’s food system that directly address the goals identified in the federal agriculture ministry’s mandate. Canada’s agrifood sector is ready to work with Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food and his colleagues to establish a Canadian Food Policy. Advocating for agriculture has never been more important to the future of our industry. OFA is proud to be involved with members in this annual trip to Parliament Hill. We must continue the dialogue with federal politicians to represent the opportunities, challenges and importance of our agri-food industry to all Canadians.

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cARd Of thAnKs

A big thank you to my family for organizing my 75th Birthday with an open house at the Cherry Valley hall. I was truly overwhelmed how many friends and family attended and for all the best wishes, etc. I felt truly loved and blessed. Thank you again, Dini Terpstra-Kempenaar

MEMORIAM

gARbutt, Robert. March 17,1939April 29,2008. We think of you in silence, We often speak your name But all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame. Your resting place we visit, And put flowers there with care, But no one knows the heartache As we turn and leave you there. Always remember by Marilyn, Cindy & Steve, Graham & Kelly and families.

MEMORIAM

NORMAN In loving memory of Barbara, who passed away April 29, 2013. With tears we saw you sinking We watched you fade away Our hearts were almost broken You fought so hard to stay. When we saw you slipping so peaceful from your pain We knew you were at rest Until we meet again. Always remembered by Albert, Larry, Ron, Kevin and families.

DEATH

SWORD, Mary Elizabeth “Betty”

At Stirling Manor, on Saturday April 23rd, 2016. Betty Sword formerly of Toronto and Twin Pines Lake Street, Picton at the age of 72. Beloved wife of the late Archie Sword. Dear mother of Darrin Keir of Belleville and step mother of the late Tina Cline and Lisa Blandford and her husband Howard of Oshawa. Dear sister of Judy Snowden and her husband Alan and family of West Vancouver B.C. Loving grandmother of Shannon Cochrane and her husband Ken of Oshawa, Tara and Krystal Cline and Tommy Noble-Sword all of Brampton. Betty will be missed by all her friends at Twin Pines. By Betty’s request no service or visitation will take place. If desired, donations may be made to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation in memory of Betty. Arrangements entrusted to the

DEATH

HILL, Eddie A.

Peacefully with his family by his side on April 19, 2016 at the Kingston General Hospital, in his 67th year. Son of Beth and Earl Thompson. Cherished husband of Pat Hill. Loving father of Tracy (John) Handcock, Jeremy (Linzie) Hill, Melissa (Kris) Conway and Dana (Ian) Hill. Treasured grandpa of Dylan, Alanis, Austin, Dakota, Cassandra, Blake, Abby, Rage, Brenna, Jora, Jersey, Noah, Hannah, Willow, Jordan, Alysha, Issac, Alex and Logan and great-grandpa of Brooklyn, Hailey and Willow. Predeceased by his grandson Logan. Survived by his siblings Charles, Donald and Beverly. Predeceased by his brother and sisters George, Albert, Ron, Clifford, Eileen, Nancy, Mavis and Viola. Eddie will always be remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received at McGlade Funeral Home, on Thursday, April 28th to Celebrate his life at 11am in the funeral home. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation in memory of Eddie. Online condolences may be made at www.mcgladefuneralhome.com . In the care of McGlade Funeral Home, 78 Centre Street, Deseronto, Ontario (613-396-2310).

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AT 10:00 A.M. CONSIGNMENT AUCTION SALE DOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE MF 135 diesel 2wd tractor with Allied 350 loader, John Deere 2120 2wd tractor/ single remotes, older model Massey tractor, International cub tractor with 5 ft. mower & single furrow plough, MF 165 tractor/loader, Frey loader, bucket & manure fork, New Holland 488 9 ft. haybine (very nice shape), JD & NH haybine guards & parts, MF 5 bar side delivery rake, New Holland 630 hard core round baler (very good), MF 124 square baler, 18 ft. bale thrower wagon, New Holland 353 grinder mixer, MF 110 single axle manure spreader with top beater, NH 520 single axle single beater manure spreader, 3PTH 10 & 13 ft. Triple K cultivators, Landpride 3 PTH 5 ft. rotary mower, 3 Pth scraper blade, 3 PTH 5 ft. snowblower, Bush Hog 3 PTH woodsplitter, PTO driven 3 PTH wood splitter, bale spear, 8 ft. snow blade & frame, Wallenstein 3600 watt PTO generator on wheels, horse drawn 2 seat democrat (all redone), hopper bottom grain bin, 2 rectangular calf hutches, “Tipping” half ton cattle box, custom made western reining saddle, set of leather light single horse harness, lawn roller, roll of page wire, 3 x 150 ft. rolls 5 ft. High chicken style fencing, several rolls of used snow fence, large assortment of electric fence supplies including wire, stakes, battery and electric fencers, insulators, a number of farm gates, qty. of “T” bar stakes, slant bar feeder section, 3 collapsible sheep hay feeders, Mantis garden tiller/ attachments, Lincoln 225 welder, jointer/planer, 3 gallon air compressor, anvil, press, wood furnace, electric woodsplitter, 2 seed spreaders, 2 antique walking ploughs, scuffler, steel wheels, steel work bench, chop saw, Stihl 260 chain saw, rack for a 4 wheeler, rototiller, push mower, numerous other tools. Sheep - A flock of 15 katahdin ewes with 18 katahdin and some dorper cross 4 month old lambs. 2 rams also sell. Machinery & animal consignments are being accepted for this sale. Watch the web site for additions to this sale as they are consigned. DOUG JARRELL AUCTIONS 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com

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AT 11:00 A.M. AUCTION SALE FOR MRS RUTH LACHAPPELLE AND ESTATE OF MAURICE LACHAPPELLE 646 KIDD ROAD, ERINSVILLE, ONT. 15 miles NORTH of Napanee on Highway 41. YARD EQUIPMENT: Husqvarna YT 16542 riding lawn mower, Husqvarna 1053 SBE snow blower, Craftsman 10 hp snow blower, Husqvarna 41 chainsaw, 3500 w propane powered portable generator, Honda 1500 w portable generator, Echo gas powered leaf blower, Echo gas grass trimmer, Job Mate bench grinder, Rockwell delta 10” table saw, Campbell Hausfield portable air compressor, power lawn mower, Karcher power washer, aluminum ladders, 2 – 10 x 20 portable car shelters, 10 x 15 steel garden shed, power, hand, garden tools; hardware, HOUSEHOLD CONTENTS – SELL AT 11:00 A.M.: antique oak sideboard, maple side board, bedroom furniture, living room furniture, Farfisa electric organ, numerous other articles, VEHICLE 1999 Dodge Caravan – 118000kms, running condition – sells as is. TERMS- CASH OR CHEQUE OWNER & AUCTIONEER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENT OR INJURY DAY OF SALE SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS Plainfield 613-477-2082 www. sullivanauctions.com for photos

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 4TH

AT 5:00 P.M. AUCTION SALE DOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE Frigidaire stainless fridge & matching 30 inch range, table & 3 chairs, 2 double recliners, queen size bed/ box spring & mattress, 2 chests of drawers, night tables, pine bedding box, quilt rack, 2 desks & office chairs, assorted cupboards, small wooden chest, 2 TVs /remotes, qty. of smalls including glass & china, cups & saucers, sports collectibles & comics, 2 desktop PCs with keyboards & accessories, small shop tools & more. Watch the web site for detailed list and photos. DOUG JARRELL AUCTIONS 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com

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AT 10:30 A.M. AUCTION SALE FOR MR FRANK HEWICK “LILAC LODGE” 490 HIGHWAY 49, PICTON, ONT PRINCE EDWEARD COUNTY Just NORTH of Picton on Highway 49 (Vicinity of Picton Hospital) Antique mahogany dining extension table with 6 chairs, antique 4 glass door breakfront china cabinet, antique mahogany sideboard with inlay, antique corner curio cabinet, antique hall table with inlay, antique oak gentlemen’s desk, antique flamed mahogany games table, 4 antique oak carved back dining chairs, antique oak corner china cabinet, Yamaha apartment size light walnut cased piano- excellent; antique needle point chairs, antique mahogany side table with single drawer, antique washstand, wrought iron café table and chairs, press back chairs, 5 piece walnut finish bedroom suite, shield back chairs, antique fireplace tools, pine chest of drawers, revolving bookcase table, cedar chest, wicker pieces, antique organ stool, chesterfield and chairs, end tables, marble plant stand, several wool carpets in various sizes and colours, Fenton glass banquet lamp, Moorcroft vases, Limoges china, Spode china, crystal, cups and saucers, ARTWORK including Poul Thrane original water colour, miniature portrait, Water colour “Picton Castle”, Picton Sketches, landscape and street scene water colours; Peavey electric guitar, Samick 6 string guitar, steel multi drawer storage cabinet, yard tools, hand and power tools, numerous other articles.VINTAGE BOATS: Peterboro 14 ft 6 plank canoe- restoration project, cedar 14 ft rowing skiff – good condition; VEHICLE 2003 Lincoln LS 4 door sedan – running condition – sells as is; REASON FOR SALE – PROPERTY IS SOLD SALE CONDUCTED OUTDOORS. TERMS- CASH OR CHEQUE OWNER & AUCTIONEER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENT OR INJURY DAY OF SALE SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS Plainfield 613-477-2082 www. sullivanauctions.com for photos

FRIDAY, MAY 6TH

AT 10:30 A.M. AUCTION SALE FOR JANET CROOKS AND ESTATE OF ED CROOKS 4852 STIRLING- MARMNORA ROAD, SPRINGBROOK, ONT. 12 miles NORTH of Stirling on Stirling- Marmora Road (Highway 14) to the Community of Springbrook Antique wheel barrow handle scales, antique mothers helper cupboard, antique wooden tub washing machine, antique cabinet style Lycaphone gramophone, antique treadle sewing machine, Art Deco style hall stand and mirror, antique wool winder, spinning wheels, antique hanging oil lamp, antique washstand, antique wall mantle, oak combination wardrobe, antique mantle clock, buggy seat, glass butter churn, cheese boxes, rail lanterns, vintage cameras, movie posters, wooden boxes, tins, coffee grinder, antique kitchenware’s, pressed glass, counter top weigh scales, country collectibles, Royalty collectibles, collection of Ho and N trains, tin toys, planes, cast iron toys ,bedroom furniture, living room furniture, records, books, Stihl chainsaw, Job Mate drill press, table saw, scroll saw, Hot Rod portable air compressor, power tools, hand tools, numerous other articles. TERMS- CASH OR CHEQUE OWNER & AUCTIONEER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENT OR INJURY DAY OF SALE SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS Plainfield 613-477-2082 www. sullivanauctions.com for photos

SATURDAY, MAY 7TH

AUCTION SALE AT 9:30 A.M. ON SITE ESTATE OF GEORGE JONES, PICTON O/A “JONES SASH AND DOOR” Directions: This sale is located at 12 Barker Street, Picton west of the secondary school. The preliminary list of this estate includes a large number of shop machines including a milling machine, Milwaukee planer, 3 floor model drill presses, belt & face sanders, “Celtic” 14 metal lathe with a 6 ft. bed sold with a large number of accessories, Canox CM 180 welder, Hobart mig welder, qty. of welding supplies, 3 industrial sewing machines, Craftsman table saw, General band saw, table & radial arm saws, manual & hydraulic presses, table top drill press, Divine saw blade sharpener, Globe band saw, 2 bench grinders, floor model grinder, Brown Boggs 2 ft. brake, Dust collecting system, shaper planes, Beaver jointer, Waterloo tool chest, gluing clamps, "C" clamps, Crafstman radial arm saw, belt sanders, Morgan & Son 2 ft. brake, air compressor, acetylene torches & guages, bottle jacks, very large qty. of shop hardware, qty. of steel stock material, Approx. 20 ft sail boat with Evinrude outboard motor & trailer, approx. 24 ft. sailboat & traier, Peterborough 2 dingys, a number of canvas sails, utility trailer with winch, older model snow blower, Shop ride scooter, old wooden boxes, outboard motors, Waterloo tool chest, large qty. of tools & wrenches, large qty of assorted hand power tools, large qty. of shop hardware, wheel pullers, biscuit jointer, qty. of metal stock and lumber. Far too many items to list in this sale. Note: Sail boats will sell at 1:00 p.m. Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard and/or Cheque/ID Watch this site for detailed list and photos. AUCTIONEER: DOUG JARRELL 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com

SATURDAY, MAY 7TH

AT 11:00 A.M. AUCTION SALE FOR DON AND DIANE RAYCROFT 916 BLESSINGTON ROAD, CORBYVILLE, ONT. 2 miles NORTH o f Belleville on Highway 37 and turn EAST onto Blessington Road for 2 miles. 7 – 12 x 18 wood sided horse shelters with steel rooves- to be removed; 2 Reddy Heater 165,000 btu diesel salamanders, Kawasaki GE 4500 w portable generator, Craftsman stacking tool chest, McCullough chainsaw, Garmin GPS, Century wire feed welder,3 point hitch scraper blade, 3 point hitch 6 ft disc, 3 point hitch 3 furrow plow, 3 point hitch 6ft cultivator, potato plow, 2 furrow plow, sludge pump, fridge cart, Youth Arctic cat snow mobile, Youth Ski Doo snow mobile,( excellent condition) quantity of clean wood shavings, HOUSEHOLD CONTENTS SELL AT 11:00 A.M.: Mahogany dining room suite with table, 8 chairs, china cabinet, sideboard and side table – excellent condition; maple dining room suite with table, 6 chairs, hutch and china cabinet- excellent condition; maple TV stand,cherry wood bedroom suite with King Size 4 poster bedroom, night tables, dresser and chest of drawers; mahogany dresser, cherry TV cabinet, 3piece leather chesterfield suite- like new; 3 piece red chesterfield suite, Royal Doulton figurines, crystal pieces, Bradford collector plates, Ducks Unlimited prints, Weber NG bbqlike new; table lamps, kitchenware’s, bedding, numerous other articles. All articles in excellent condition Sale conducted at South end of property In case of poor weather sale sold inside. TERMS- CASH OR CHEQUE OWNER & AUCTIONEER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENT OR INJURY DAY OF SALE SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS Plainfield 613-477-2082 www. sullivanauctions.com for photos

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Pedal For Hope rolls through county to help fight childhood cancers Campaign hits close to home as Grade 9 student battles disease JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

With all the well deserved hype and fanfare, the Pedal For Hope team came storming through Prince Edward County this week, visiting local elementary schools and Prince Edward Collegiate Institute as part of a campaign against childhood cancers. The 10-day tour which kicked off in Prince Edward County and runs from April 25 until May 6, raises funds and awareness for Childhood Cancer with proceeds benefiting the Canadian Cancer Society and is in its fifth year of operation. A collection of police officers from around the Quinte area have, in the past half decade, pedalled 2,500 km, hosted over 150 assemblies and, most importantly, raised over $325,000 for the society to fund research to cure cancers that stricken children. At the high-energy assembly at PECI on Wednesday morning, the toll that cancer takes on a community was evident as Grade 9 student Abigail Heffernan couldn't be in attendance as she continues her battle against acute lymphoblastic leukemia. In a prepared note, Abigail's mother Lisa wrote that everyday since Abigail's diagnosis has been a challenge and

COLD AS ICE Cancer survivor Ella Mulder ‘helps’ Prince Edward OPP Const. Kim Guthrie at the 2016 Pedal For Hope tour stop at PECI Wednesday morning. Over $325,000 has been raised during the tour’s five years. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

these are some of the worst days of her young life. “But you should be proud. You are helping her get through her worst days and giving her hope for good days yet to come at PECI. When she returns to school next year, she will be strong-strong like a panther,” Lisa Heffernan wrote. Prince Edward OPP Const. Kim Guthrie said that she and her colleagues take part in this tour on their days off or during their vacation time to support those who are fighting the dreaded diseasechildren like Abigail. “We pedal for them,” she told the PECI student body. In fact, the heart of this event is on the special children that reside in the local communities who have been diagnosed with cancer and during

the tour, each officer is paired up with one or two of these ‘special friends’ and ride in that child’s honour. A pair of those local sur- A HELPING HAND A member of the 2016 Pedal For Hope team gets a cheer from students at vivors were in attendance on PECI on Wednesday morning. A total of 18 members of local law enforcement agencies participated Wednesday in the persons of former Pinecrest Memorial in the fundraising and awareness event this year. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff) student Ella Mulder and PECI an Tire – and back again to cy castles. The public is invit- some local cops and meet graduate Sarah Reddick. enjoy a fundraising barbecue, ed to attend, buy a burger, some remarkable cancer surBoth took part in the annu- live entertainment, and boun- climb a rock wall, high-five vivors. al ice cream eating competition with Mulder providing a helping hand for Guthrie. This year, the final wrap up event — dubbed the biggest Birthday Party in the City — will be on Friday May 6 at the Belleville location of Canadian Tire starting at 4 p.m. At that time, the Pedal For Hope team, accompanied by the local children they are riding in support of, will cycle together along Bell Boulevard to Reid’s Dairy from Canadi-

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Cool spring days ideal for dreaming and planning

We know it is spring when the daffodils are blooming everywhere and even the dandelions, in the lawn, are adding their dash of yellow. At least they are doing so in my lawn because I do nothing to discourage their arrival. I simply enjoy the additional colour. The temperatures are particularly erratic this year compared to last year’s consistently cool start. That means there are days when it is delightful to be doing something outdoors and days when you reach for warm gloves to go for a walk. As a result I have been a little slow in planting my initial round of food producing seeds. So in a rush I am planting my leaf lettuce, spinach, peas, parsley and carrots mixed with radish seeds to mark the row, as radishes, unlike carrots, come up quickly. If you plant the brassicas such as broccoli, those seeds can go in now along with beets. The rest is best waiting until at least the May 24 weekend when supposedly we will remain frost free for the rest of the growing season. Transplants such as tomatoes and cucumbers should wait until early June, some two-to-three weeks after the lost frost date. If you plant them earlier be prepared to cover the plants if a cold night or so occurs. Tender herbs such as basil require the same support. Since seeds are the least expensive additions to your garden you can experiment with earlier starts, if you wish. Sometimes these experiments are very successful. This is true of annual flower seeds as well.

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If you missed any large patches of weeds last year, now is a great time to remove them and to generally finish any clearing of the beds so that the perennial plants have space to emerge. With weed seedlings, a general scrape by can discourage the majority. Weed seedlings are hard to remove and can be left until later. Now is also the time to remove any perennials you really did not enjoy last year. I have a hydrangea that dies back to such an extent each winter that it never flowers. This year another shrub will replace it. My butterfly bushes (buddleia) also die back every year and are slow to reawaken each spring but they faithfully begin greening up in June and begin to flower in August. When deadheaded regularly, they flower for at least two months and will therefore never need to be removed. And the best part of all is they are truly butterfly magnets for many different types of butterflies. It is only butterfly larvae that restrict their engagement to one type of plant. It is easy to rearrange the plants I love and to try plants I have never grown before, so I keep experimenting. Two years ago I finally bought a wisteria that I had long coveted. It was in its second season at a local garden centre and

was on sale. It was blooming when I bought it and continued to bloom last year after a miserable winter. This experiment is definitely a keeper. This year I am going to plant a Ginko biloba tree. This tree has always been on my fantasy list and is considered to be the oldest species of living trees. Their unusual fan shaped leaves with their vivid yellow fall covering makes them an attractive addition to a sunny garden location. Nurseries, using grafts and other techniques, provide choices in the overall size and shape of this tree. The female trees are considered to be messy and are not sold by reliable sources. Gardens are generally the easiest places and, with certain limitations, the cheapest places to try something new or unusual. You cannot change the basic things about your garden like the climate or the size. Everything else like decisions about garden plants and even garden beds or garden structures are easier to change than, for example, house renovations even minor ones. So if the cool slow start to spring is getting you down do a little dreaming and a little planning and visit your local nurseries for some new ideas to make your garden dreams come true. Send your gardening questions to askamastergardener@bell.net. Like us on Facebook - Prince Edward County Master Gardeners, follow us on Twitter - PEC Master Gardeners and check out our web site pecmastergardeners.com.

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County Pop festival celebrates songwriting and performance at Crystal Palace Saturday ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

Music will take centre stage at the Crystal Palace this Saturday. After successfully leading the team that created the successful Sandbanks New Waves Music Festival in the fall, organizer Dave Ullrich said he wanted to "double down" by creating a second event in the county that would kick off the spring season and shine a spotlight on independent music. "County Pop came from the idea of creating an event that is really music focused. It will feature great singers like Ron (Sexsmith), but local musicians also," he said. "There's a cross-pollination with the local artists, for example Mark Despault will come play with the Banjo Mechanics." Ullrich said for each of the five acts booked — two of which are located right in the county — there will be guests performers from the local music scene joining them. A lifelong musician himself, Ullrich said it always meant the world as a musician to be in an environment where other musicians took time to share advice or even just to jam. Perhaps, the performance in Picton can foster that type of environment. "We're doing our small part to encourage collaboration, musical creativity, songwriting creativity, camaraderie and mentorship between local artists and out-of-town artists," he

He was named Toronto's singer-songwriter of the year by Now Magazine in 2006 and he had a Juno Award-nominee for roots and traditional album of the year for The Devil on a Bench in Stanley Park that year. He has played with the likes of Jim Cuddy, Blue Rodeo, and Dolly Parton. Ullrich also said Rutledge showed his musicality by recording a number of Tragically Hip songs in his own for an album that was HEADLINER Ron Sexsmith tops the five-act bill at this week- style quite interesting. end’s County Pop Music Festival An internationally acclaimed Rutledge said he's excited artist, the Juno Award winner Sexsmith has had his songs covered to be playing in the county. "I spent my summers by many well-known musicians. (www.countypop.com) camping in Adolphustown, up listening to. said. and after many years I'm Now living in Welling- proud to now call WellingAll the while, the acts will be putting on a great, fami- ton, Justin Rutledge is also ton my home. I'm looking an acclaimed songwriter. forward to sharing some of ly-friendly show. Ullrich said the headliner, St. Catharines native Sexsmith, has been referred to as a "songwriter's songwriter" and a "singer's singer" and said he's drawn acclaim for his musical talents from the likes of Paul McCartney and Elvis Costello. Known for folk and pop music, Sexsmith released 14 albums and headlined shows at venues like Massey hall and Royal Albert Hall. He's had a number of his songs covered by the who's who of the music industry and collaborated in countless projects. On the County Pop web site, Sexsmith said he just works at songwriting every day and indicated he tries to uphold the tradition of the very melodic music he grew

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my tunes with the good people at County Pop this year. I hope it's the first of many such occasions." The band Communism is led by Don Kerr and also features Paul Linklater and Kevin Lacroix. The musicians are essentially Sexsmith's band, but they are now doing their own rock shows and preparing to release an album. County Pop is one of their first appearances outside the city. Kerr, a drummer and the

band's leader has been in the music industry for over 25 years. He says his friendship with Ullrich put the Crystal Palace gig on his calendar. "He's the reason we are getting together for this festival," he said on the County Pop web site. "I am mostly looking forward to seeing another one of his brilliant, crazy, beautiful dreams become reality."

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Festival to support Prince Edward Learning Centre Council gives Nicholls MUSIC, from page 33

The Guelph-based Banjo Mechanics feature Ian Pattison and Lewis Melville. The duo has been together since 1995 and their instrumental duelling banjo music has been featured on the CBC. Pattison is one of the country's pre-eminent banjo makers and he brings that experience and a broad interest in a range of musical genres to the stage. His primary instrument is one he built. Melville has been playing for 37 years and has worked with many wellknown Canadian musicians including bands like the

Cowboy Junkies and the Barenaked Ladies. Local favourites Instant Rivalry are also on the bill. Ullrich previously worked with Caleb and Megan Hutton on a charity Christmas album and noted the brothersister duo played an instrumental role. He said there's a lot of buzz about Instant Rivalry after they won the Next Country Music Star Talent Search last year and the Ontario Back Roads Country talent Search this year on the strength of their own songs. He said he's been interested to see how Instant Rivalry has grown and changed musically and he's very much looking forward to

how they approach the festival. The band is excited too. "We are really looking forward to County Pop 2016 becoming a long-lasting music festival that supports the deep pool of local musicians," they said in a release. "Growing up, we would have loved a festival like this that ties local musicians to songwriting/performing superstars like Ron Sexsmith." The gates open at 3:30 p.m. and the show will run from 4-8 p.m. Ullrich said there will be heaters in the Crystal Palace if it is cold. Festival goers also will be able to purchase a great assortment of food from ven-

dors like Picnic PEC, Jamie Kennedy Kitchens, the Drake, and the Pink Lunch Pail. There will also be free children's programming and children under 12 will be admitted for free when accompanied by an adult. Adult tickets are $35. A dollar from each ticket sold will be donated to the Prince Edward Learning Centre.Tickets are available at www.countypop.com or by visiting Books & Company. Swag bags will be handed out at the festival and visitors will have a chance to win a Mahalo ukelele signed by all the performing bands.

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90 days to address signage concerns Beach Bum owner asked to work with staff, heritage committee to find solution CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

Council voted on Tuesday evening to give a local business time to work with municipal staff and the heritage advisory committee to address their sign's contravention of the Picton heritage conservation district guidelines. Council voted to give Beach Bum in the County owner Cynthia Nicholls 90 days to reach a resolution on the familiar Main Street sign. Committee of the whole had previously voted to deny a heritage permit and a facade coverage increase request from Nicholls, but that decision was a close 7–6 vote. The new sign features bright yellow and blue colours, however Nicholls said she erected the sign without getting permits from the municipality as she wasn't aware of those requirements. Subsequently municipal officials advised Nicholls the sign was in contravention of the heritage district guidelines and suggestions were made to alter the colour and size of the sign in order to conform. The sign covered approximately 17.4 per cent of the facade, about 2.4 per cent more than the allowable 15 per cent under the heritage district guidelines. “We did opt for a size that large because underneath is an unattractive corrugated aluminum facade we didn't particularly like,” Nicholls said. Nicholls told council Tuesday her primary concern was not to incur further costs, saying the municipality should have an improvement program to help businesses cover the expense. Nicholls presented a quote for a reconfiguration of the sign that would include a raised border and raised lettering. She said those would cost her about $1,000 to implement. “We certainly don't want, nor can we, incur any additional expenses at this time,” Nicholls said. “More importantly, our big yellow sign is designed to draw customers to our store and to entice locals and Main Street tourists to shop there.” She said she believes Beach Bum is the type of business the municipality should be encouraging. The business has called Picton's Main Street home for the last 25 years. She said she's in favour of the preservation and restoration of heritage structures, but said the building her store occupies is not a contributing building to the district. “In protecting that past we must also allow for freedom of expression, some creativity, and some diversity so as not to create a dull, mundane, cookie-cutter downtown,” she said.

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Nicholls said there was no malicious intent behind their erecting the sign without seeking approval first. She said she would be prepared to pay the $100 fine for being in contravention of the municipality's sign bylaw. Heritage advisory committee member Alex Fida said there was nothing against Beach Bum. As a business owner himself, he said he respects the situation. “The issue here is finding the balance between existing aesthetics and what works with our town,” he said. He said using the banks or fast food restaurants as an example of other signs that aren't designed with the heritage district guidelines in mind isn't fair as those signs were erected before the district was created. He said other businesses have applied and received permits before erecting their signage. “I don't think we should be putting down the local businesses that are making an effort,” he said. Councillor Steven Graham reiterated his support for the Beach Bun sign Tuesday. “I think it looks great.” Councillor David Harrison said he felt the municipality should bear some of the blame for the situation. “I feel a certain amount of responsibility for this problem should fall back on the County because the fact that the rules came in, but it appears there was never any more dialogue or communication with the merchants involved,” he said. Councillor Kevin Gale said he supported the sign, but ultimately Nicholls violated the municipality's policy. “You violated the policy, so we're not to blame,” he said. “I would support a motion to defer this back to work with staff.” Gale asked that Nicholls be a willing partner in those discussions. “What I'm hearing is 'I can change it, but you're going to have to pay for it' well, we don't have the money to pay for it and I'm not suggesting you pay a lot,” he said. “I'd like to work with you and see staff work with you.” In the end council voted to give Nicholls more time to work on a solution. The sign will remain in place in the interim.

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Manning said wpd is can assign its Feed-In Tariff (FIT) contract and its Renewable Energy Agreement (REA) to anyone. He said this would render “its covenants useless, unenforceable and leaving the County with considerable egg on their face.” John Hirsch, an appellant in the hearing in opposition to the wind project, also asked council not to sign the agreement. He said the Environmental Review Tribunal (ERT) has already found the project will cause serious and irreversible harm to the Blanding's turtle and little brown bat. He said the next step in the ERT process is to allow wpd to propose mitigation measures, which will be revealed at a remedy hearing later this year. “With respect to the road users agreement, it comes down to Blanding's turtles and roads,” he said. He said the ERT found that plans to upgrade some county roads in order for the project to move forward “in the absence of specific design and mitigation measures will more likely than not lead to increased annual turtle mortality from vehicle strikes.” He said since upgrades and changes to county roads will be a key issue at the remedy hearing, he believed signing the agreement could be damaging to the opponents' case. “wpd would like nothing better than to be able to say at the remedy hearing that the County has agreed to the road use plan they've put forward,” he said. “They will say their new plan removes the issue of harm to turtles and that the County agrees to it.” He said it was premature to enter into the agreement as wpd's plans won't be fully

known until the hearing has taken place. Those concerns were tackled by County solicitor Wayne Fairbrother. He said the RUA is for the municipality's protection, not wpd's. He said following the last meeting at which councillors discussed the RUA, language was added to the document to specifically highlight that the municipality is not a willing host for the turbine project. “It says right on the first page, there are four or five recitals in non-legalese that this county is not a willing host, we remain an unwilling host,” he said. He said it says at the beginning of the document that the only reason the municipality is entering into the agreement is “for the sole purpose of protecting the interests of the County with respect to the use of the roads and not for the purpose of assisting wpd” with any outstanding approvals or legal proceedings. Fairbrother said wpd can assign its FIT contract and REA to another party, but the municipality has a say in who that is. He said the municipality also has the authority to ensure the new party puts up all the same securities and signs the RUA before the FIT and REA can be assigned. “It can't be assigned without our prior written consent and it indicates that before there can be any assignment, the assignee has to sign this agreement, give us a letter of credit, insurance, and all of the other protections and if they fail to do so we hang onto the insurance and letter of credit we already have,” he said. Fairbrother said the agreement gives the municipality the benefit of a $2.7-million irrevocable letter of credit. “That is cash because an

irrevocable letter of credit means they can't revoke it, they can't even challenge our ability to take the money if there's default,” he said. There were several residents at Shire Hall to express their support for the agreement North Marysburgh resident Tim Rorabeck said he looked forward to the arrival of wind turbines in the county. “I know a lot of people who live here and a lot of people are looking forward to this — in fact there's a whole bunch of them in the crowd tonight,” he said. “We don't want to have this taken away from us and this roads agreement is a step toward making this happen.” Ultimately a strong majority of council supported the agreement. Councillor Barry Turpin said supporting the agreement didn't amount to supporting the project or industrial wind turbines. “This is not a vote whether or not we're for or against windmills,” he said. “It's very important that we protect the county.” Councillor Treat Hull supported the agreement, saying it is like an insurance policy and doesn't mean council backs the project. “I hope my house doesn't burn down, but I take fire insurance on my house,” he said. “The fact that I have fire insurance on my house doesn't mean that I'm endorsing the burning of my home.” Prior to council's vote to support the RUA, councillor Epstein put forward a motion to defer the agreement until after the ERT remedy hearing. That motion lost in a recorded vote of 11–4 with O'Brien, Epstein, Ferguson and Quaiff voting in favour.

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The Environmental Review Tribunal (ERT) panel dealing with the White Pines Wind Project appeal upheld a motion for a stay of vegetation clearing, but the appellants say it doesn’t go far enough. Alliance to Protect Prince Edward County chair Orville Walsh said the stay applies only to the Blanding turtles’ spring foraging habitat, not other habitat areas. “While the tribunal has put a stop to vegetation-clearing in the spring foraging habitat of these turtles, it is silent with respect to the potential destruction of other types of habitat that are also critical to Blanding’s turtles, including their over-wintering habitat and oviposition habitat,” he said. Walsh said the decision doesn’t bode well for the turtles because they rely on many types of habitats across the project site for their survival. “For this reason, we are disappointed. We can only conclude that the tribunal has an incomplete understanding of “significant habitat” and the importance of protecting all significant habitat, not merely one specific type. Appellant John Hirsch agreed with Walsh. He said the order only applies to spring foraging habitat identified by consultant Stantec and, in effect, limits brush clearing in the vicinity of just six of 27 proposed turbines. He pointed out that experts in the ERT hearing felt Stantec “seriously understated” the amount of all types of turtle habitat, stating that at this time

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of year, with water everywhere on the south shore lands, the turtles could be anywhere — including areas wpd Canada may be clearing with heavy equipment. “What is seriously missing in the ERT decision is that turtles don’t magically appear in the areas identified as spring foraging habitat. They travel there from their overwintering

areas, which are scattered all around the project site,” he said. “It’s hard to fathom how the ERT takes such a narrow and unscientific view.” Walsh said the appellants would be discussing the decision with legal counsel to determine next steps.

-Adam Bramburger, Staff

Thanks from Prince Edward Learning Centre! Celebration of Storytelling a Success. A huge thank you to Janet Kellough and Brad Woods for your gift of storytelling, JD Carpenter for stepping in at the last moment and reading from his new book, Rick Zimmerman for hosting, all the local businesses for your donations to the silent auction, and our awesome community for attending and bidding! Thank you PEC Authors Festival, and Books and Company! Love PELC! XO

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