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Students empowered to be safe in cyberspace OPP seeking leads following late-night sexual assault

Partners advise on risk, responsibility of modern technology

Woman hospitalized after two assailants attacked her near Main Street plaza

ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

Devices capable of connecting to the Internet and to social media can be a great tool, but if they aren't used property, they can affect one's reputation, relationships, and even personal safety. That's the message the organizers of a special presentation at PECI Thursday morning hoped to impart on more than 300 Grade 7 and 8 students from across Prince Edward County. With grant funding from the County's police services board, the Recreation Outreach Centre (ROC), the Prince Edward OPP, and PECI put together a multimedia demonstration designed to teach students about potential dangers in the realm of cyberspace and ways they can stay safe. Statistically speaking, it’s a conversation that appears needed. StatsCanada reports that in 2012, 42 per cent of victims of violent incidents involving cyber crimes are 17 or younger. When those crimes are of a sexual nature, the number of underage victims was 96 per cent. ROC program director Hilary Fennell hosted the event and quickly explained its goals. "We want to not only share some of the legal conse-

JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

With the victim still in hospital as of Wednesday, the Prince Edward County OPP crime unit is investigating a brutal sexual assault that took place in the early morning hours Saturday in downtown Picton. Local police are investigating the incident which took place between 11:30 p.m. Friday and 3 a.m. Saturday morning at the shipping and receiving area behind the Sobeys Plaza at 97 Main Street. According to police, two

See ASSAULT, page 25

MASKED IDENTITY PECI drama students, from left, Isobel McDonald, Justin Litke, and Alyssa Roche wear masks on their faces during a cyber safety seminar Thursday to represent the unknown identity and motives of individuals communicating online. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

quences, but we also want you to leave here with some tools in your belt to respond to that and how to be a responsible digital citizen." Fennell said that much like being a responsible citizen in

this community, the online world is very much the same. Those that follow the rules, obey the law, and respect others and their property are responsible citizens. Unfortunately, however, virtually all

people can use the technology and the digital world isn't always safe. Fennell said that puts pressure on youth accessing the technology.

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ON GUARD Prince Edward OPP guard the scene of the violent sexual assault that took place over the weekend in Picton.Authorities are working to identify the assailants and have released descriptions to the public. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff) LOOK INSIDE FOR COUNTY

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suspects were involved. One man was described as caucasian with brown hair, a moustache, scruffy and unshaven with rotten teeth. He was wearing ripped jeans and work boots and smelled of cigarettes. The other man was black with a shaved head. He was believed to have had a beard and may have had a thin moustache. The whites of this man’s eyes were yellowish and he had a gold tooth in his upper teeth on the right side of his jaw.

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New ownership says it will be ‘business as usual’ at mushroom plant A major county employer, Highline facility is one of five Canadian sites acquired by Irish produce company Fyffes in deal announced Friday

ness as usual for the over 300 employees working at the Highline Mushroom While there has been a Farm just east of Wellington. Highline Produce Limited change in ownership, it appears that it will be busi- announced Friday that the JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

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five-facility operation that serves Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada by producing 1.1 million pounds of mushrooms per week had been acquired by Fyffes plc, a global leader in fresh produce. The Wellington facility produces over 320,000 pounds of fresh white and brown cremini and portabella variety mushrooms that are sold mostly through retail outlets from Toronto to Montreal as well as stores in the Maritimes. Highline president and chief executive officer Glenn Martin stressed to the Gazette Tuesday that the new owner has been very clear in the direction the Highline brand would be taking. “Fyffes has made it very clear that it will be business as usual and management as usual,” Martin said from the company's head office in Leamington, Ont.. “They purchased Highline over other mushroom farms because of our continued growth and high quality.” Highline has been producing mushrooms for over five decades and has eclipsed their own year-end productions numbers year after year. The Wellington facility was purchased by Highline from the Campbell Soup company in 1990 and quickly became a strategically located facility as the company expanded its foot print into eastern Canada.

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A FINE HIGHLINE The Highline brand of mushrooms will continue to be produced at the facility in Wellington as Fyffes plc acquired Canada’s largest mushroom producer late last week. The facility in Wellington produces 320,000 pounds of mushrooms per week. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

Since that time, the company has left an undeniable and positive mark on the community, sponsoring an number of local initiatives, sports teams and betterment projects as wells as purchasing the naming rights to the hall at the Wellington and District Community Centre. “Mushrooms are perishable and need to be grown close to the market and the Wellington facility is centrally located to both markets and materials,” Martin added. “If anything, there will likely be a demand in further sales and we would be looking at growth at our

existing locations.” Other Ontario productions facilities are located in Leamington and Kingsville. Fyffes has been in the fresh produce business for over a century and is a producer, shipper and marketer of bananas, melons and pineapples with operations in Europe, the United States, Central and South America. Fyffes produce in the U.S. and Canada is sold under the Fyffes, Turbana, Sol and Fresh Quest labels. Fyffes is the largest importer of winter melons into the U.S. and it also has a significant presence in the banana and

pineapple category. “Highline is a very fine business with a strong position in an important product category. We look forward to working with Glenn Martin and his management team to continue to develop the business. “This transaction fits perfectly with Fyffes strategic objective of adding an additional product to its existing three through the acquisition of an established, successful, integrated operator in a category with significant scale,” Fyffes chairman David McCann said in a statement.

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Council delays decision on White Pines road-use agreement to address concerns Quaiff apologizes in front of full chamber for strongly worded opposition CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

After a lengthy discussion at last week's committee-ofthe-whole meeting, council will still have to decide whether to approve a Road Use Agreement (RUA) with wpd Canada for their 27turbine White Pines Wind Project. It was standing room only at Shire Hall as council voted to defer the issue to their April 26 regular meeting after hearing from senior staff and County solicitor Wayne Fairbrother. Staff, along with Fairbrother, are expected to continue to work with wpd officials to address concerns with the document leading up to the April 26 meeting. Fairbrother told councillors the RUA was initiated by the municipal comments that were submitted to the province before the project received its Renewable Energy Approval (REA). “The minister, in issuing the REA, did not grant the county that request per se, but rather gave wpd six months to use its best efforts to come to an agreement with this county,” he said. “For those that are wonder, why is this being done now

LISTENING IN There was a full gallery at Shire Hall for committee-of-the-whole’s March 31 meeting as councillors discussed a Road Use Agreement (RUA) with wpd Canada for their White Pines Wind Project. Council deferred the topic to their April 26 regular meeting. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

when we know the ERT has made a ruling? The answer at its simplest is the six months has expired, it expired in February.” He said not having an agreement in place could leave the municipality without any recourse in the event roads are damaged during the construction of the project. “All that wpd has to do now is to go to the director and 'say Condition N said we are to use our best efforts

to enter into an agreement with the county, we've done that,'” Fairbrother said. “If it's council's decision to deny it, then presumably they go back and say 'we feel we can't achieve anything further please give us our checkmark, we did give our best effort.' If it's deferred, it's open for wpd to do the exactly the same thing and maybe be motivated to do so.” Fairbrother said approving the RUA wouldn't have

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an impact on the ongoing Environmental Review Tribunal (ERT) hearing and doesn't send the message that the municipality supports turbine developments. “The RUA agreement before you has nothing to do with ERT, it has nothing to do with any outstanding approvals — it's a document that was prepared at the request of the County for the protection your ratepayers in terms of the tax base,” he said.

Fairbrother said if the RUA is deferred for an extended period of time or if it's denied by council, he expects wpd to approach the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) and get the necessary approvals. “Even to those who find fault with the agreement, there are many protections in there,” he said. “There are those who would like to see it go further, but in the absence of that agreement, bluntly, the County gets nothing.” Engineering, development, and works commissioner Robert McAuley said in the absence of the RUA, the municipality would be cut out of the loop with whatever the ERT decides. “It would be a case of whatever they agree in third party form we would be subjected to and whatever we didn't like, we would be forced to expend our own money to fix,” he said. “That's essentially the biggest concern we have here. There's an opportunity to make those who do the work responsible and I would be hard-pressed to suggest you should not take advantage of it.” Mayor Robert Quaiff apologized for and retracted recent statements made in an email to council and the media about the RUA and a community benefits agreement. “My consistent opposi-

tion to wind turbines in Prince Edward County is very well documented, however, in my passionate opposition I described the offer of community benefits as bribe or blood money,” Quaiff said. “I realize that those comments are not correct and not warranted and I withdraw them.” However, Quaiff said his opposition of wind turbines remained. He said industrial wind turbines should not be allowed in municipalities that are not willing hosts and said he wouldn't support the RUA agreement based on research conducted by himself and a colleague. Quaiff said the White Pines project received a feed-in tariff (FIT) contract offer on April 8, 2010 under the FIT 1.3 guidelines. The offer was good for 20 businesses days meaning the start of the contract had to be on or before May 6, 2010. Quaiff said the contract originally gave the company three years to complete the project, but all existing contracts were given a one-year extension in early 2011. That brought the effective milestone date for commercial operation to May 6, 2014. “Under the contract this is the date by which the company agreed to have the project constructed and connected to the grid,” said Quaiff.

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Forrester hopes to see noise bylaw examined Athol councillor asks staff to review practices here and in other communities CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

Council could be taking another look at the municipality's noise bylaw. At last week's committeeof-the-whole meeting councillors agreed on a motion to have staff come back with a report with options to amend the current noise bylaw “to reflect the community's growth while maintaining a balance between commercial and residential integration and quality of life.” The motion came at the request of councillor Jamie Forrester. “It's a touchy situation, I know that,” he told fellow councillors at the meeting. “When we developed this five years ago we made our noise bylaw very lax, very

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motion last week put forth by councillor Jamie Forrester, above, that will see staff come back with a report with options to potentially amend the County noise bylaw. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

vague. Pretty much anything can happen in the urban areas and the rural areas as long as you stay within certain guidelines.” Forrester said several other municipalities in the area have made changes to their noise bylaws recently and that could provide ideas for Prince Edward County. “Several other municipal-

ities have made changes to make it better,” he said. “We're seeing more events held in the rural areas where they weren't before, there's more noise.” Forrester said he wasn't looking for or suggesting anything specific and wasn't picking on any businesses. “I would just like staff to come back with what they

think should be done because I know they've had issues too and their hands are basically tied,” he said. “Right now I'm not pushing for anything, I'd just like to hear what they have to say and what's been done in other communities.” Councillor Barry Turpin preached caution when approaching the noise bylaw. “We spent an awful lot of time with a lot of individual complaints (in the past),” he said. “We would want to take a careful look before we start to delve into every little thing and changing it to be too specific, otherwise we're going to end up with a real mess.” The current noise bylaw restricts sound exceeding 60 decibels before 7 a.m. and after 11 p.m. in residential zones and restricts sound exceeding 60 decibels before 7 a.m. and after 2 a.m. in all other zones. Exemptions to the bylaw include noise made by a council approved events, sirens from emergency vehicles, noise created by the operation of municipal service vehicles and related equipment, and noise related to an agricultural operation.

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Because you’re the type to save a life...

FORE! Sponsors of the annual Teeing Up Fore Health Care Golf Classic gathered to announce the upcoming tournament on June 14. Pictured are (Back, from left) Re/Max’s Sean McKinney, Herb Pliwischkies, and Tony Scott, (Front , from left) Jeff Snider of Wilkinson & Company, Wellings of Picton’s Rachel Henry, Penny Rolinski of the Hospital Foundation and Re/Max’s Ron Norton. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

Golfers invited to tee up for hospital Re/Max associates announce fundraising tournament will return June 14 JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

Realtors at Re/Max Quinte Ltd. in Prince Edward County are once again teeing up their support to improve the care patients receive at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH). Late last week it was announced Re/Max and the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation will again join forces to host the second annual Teeing Up Fore Health Care Golf Classic at the Picton Golf and Country Club on June 14. The proceeds of the tournament will support the purchase of priority medical equipment at PECMH. Foundation executive director Penny Rolinski said having a community-minded organization like Re/Max undertaking the organization and implementation of a major fundraiser on her group's behalf. We are such a tiny staff so for us to put together a major event like this would put a real strain on us so to have Re/Max step up is huge,” she said. “Events like this not only help to generate revenue to help pay for capital medical equipment but also makes people of aware of the work the foundation does so it's a great educational opportunity for us as well.” The Teeing Up Fore Health Care golf committee announced Wilkinson & Company LLP, Chartered Accountants and Tax Specialists will once again sponsor the golf classic at the title level. The firm generously donated a $5,000 gift to the Foundation toward supporting the tournament. “This tournament offers the opportunity to come together as a community in support the second phase of the current Life Saver campaign to raise money for replacement medical equipment needs at PECMH. The money raised will have a direct impact on county residents and visitors and the health care they receive,” said Jeff Snider, a and partner with

Wilkinson & Company. “As a firm that is dedicated to community service, Wilkinson has a special interest in ensuring that when not-for-profit organizations, like the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation succeeds, we help improve the quality of care patients receive at the hospital,” he said. All net proceeds will be directed to the Foundation to assist with the purchase of a replacement colonoscope at a cost of almost $30,000 for the endoscopy department at PECMH. Rolinski explained that in PECMH's role as a low-risk centre of scope procedures for patients all over the Quinte area, this type of medical equipment would always be on the list of capital equipment needs. “Scopes usually only have a life span of about five years,” she added. Last year’s inaugural tournament net over $23,000 and purchased an electrocardiogram (ECG) machine for the emergency department at the hospital. “The foundation raises money in our community for the purchase of priority medical equipment needed for patient care at PECMH. Each year, our county hospital staff treats more than 18,000 patients in our emergency

department with approximately 1,000 admitted for further care, many for medical conditions such as heart attacks. Our goal is to build partnerships in the county with businesses and others who will work with us to meet the needs of our fundraising endeavours. We are proud of Re/Max efforts to Tee Up Fore Health Care in support of our hospital,” said foundation chair Leo Finnegan. The dedication of corporate sponsors, like Wilkinson & Company will help maximize proceeds for this tournament and is an indication of how these partnerships can help deliver much needed care for the patients in Prince Edward County. The committee is proud to announce that Wellings of Picton and Parkside Landscaping and Contracting have chipped in their commitment to PECMH through sponsoring the tournament at the $2,500 level. In addition, hole sponsorships are being sold for $150 each. If you are looking for a fun, feel good way to increase visibility for your business in support of enhanced health care delivery at PECMH, please call Herb Pliwischkies at 613-921-7441 or Kevin Gale at 613-242-7295.

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Cultural change society’s best bet to break ongoing pattern of abuse

THIS world can be a scary place. That much is evident in the aftermath of a violent sexual assault that has shaken this community this weekend. Threats to personal liberty and security can come from anonymous strangers and, as statistics from many cases of abuse suggest, they can also come from people we think we know and people who we freely put our trust in. Indeed, it is hard to truly know the intentions of others and believe bad things happen. In the wake of such abuse, fear and withdrawal can be common reactions for those impacted directly or indirectly. People might keep a more cautious eye on their surroundings, and they may limit those who come close to them. That’s understandable, albeit incredibly regrettable. Then there’s the notion that they’d question what they said, or did, or even were wearing as if they it had some kind of bearing on the situation. It doesn’t, of course, but there still seems to be attitudes within society that somehow take onus off the perpetrator who committed the act. That’s wrong. That aggressor should be completely held accountable for his or her actions. It is a positive that members of society are willing to work to watch out for one another and make safe spaces, but to achieve real change society must look to the root causes of assault, of domestic violence, of bullying and harassment and other crimes that infringe on personal security and liberty. Young people must be taught there is a right way to behave and a wrong way to behave from an early age. They will model the behaviour they see in the home and in the community. It’s important that all children have positive role models in their lives, but it’s hard to break years of learned patterns.

If young people can be included in social constructs like after school programs, sports, and the arts — granted providing universal access to those programs — they may see contrary models and understand the patterns they see from their parents aren’t acceptable. They may be less likely to be the abuser or be accepting of a potentially abusive situation before it becomes difficult. Empowerment and education are absolutely critical. Those examples can be reaffirmed by teaching what is appropriate and what isn’t and by not shielding our youth from the truth that people are going to try to cross that line. Once they’re grounded in those lessons, young people may be given tools about how to make proper decisions in their lives and how to stay away from some risks. Much work has been done in this community through organizations like the ROC and Reaching For Rainbows, as well as presentations in the local schools to help with this education. We also need to see some leadership on the issue of respecting people in society who have been marginalized based on their gender, their orientation, their race, appearance, job, or any number of traits. If politicians, business leaders, and celebrities model appropriate behaviour by not making the sexist joke, by not abusing their power, or by standing up and speaking out against injustice that would also lead to attitude shifts. Unfortunately, there is much work to be done to change mentalities and ensure all people receive true equality. It is, however, a goal worth fighting toward always. We applaud those people looking to spark change for generations to come. Nothing would happen without their efforts.

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BIG DIG Crews with Taggart Construction began work on the first phase of the $4.4-million reconstruction of Picton’s Main Street.The project will include the replacement of watermain and sanitary sewer services,roadways,sidewalks,curbs,gutters,and street lights in an area stretching from Bridge Street in the east to Chapel Street in the west. The first phase will feature work from Bridge Street to Ross Street. Detour routes are in place while the work takes place.The construction, which is to be completed by the end of 2016, will shut down for July and August to accommodate for two of the busiest tourism months. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

Stories From Our Past 1926

n The opening of the lake navigation season was expected to be late, perhaps into May, as mariners predicted traffic would not be possible any earlier. In Picton Bay, ice was observed to be still at least a foot thick. n After a 13-year lapse in services it was announced the Canadian Steamship Lines would offer freight and passenger steamer passages to connect the Bay of Quinte with Rochester, N.Y. again that summer. n Bloomfield’s clerk received word residents in the village would pay less for hydro that year. The rate would be 33 cents per month, plus six cents per kilowatt of power used.

1946

n The Picton Collegiate senior girls basketball team missed a Central Ontario title by just four points. Playing at Toronto’s Danforth Technical School, the Picton team settled for second against Peterborough. Picton beat Midland in the semifinal. n Picton Golf and Country Club secretary and treasurer H.B. Tully retired from the club’s board of directors after 25 years of service in his position. He was celebrated for efforts to help the club continue in difficult times. n J. Albert Wannamaker retired from trucking after 15 years and one million miles without any accident. He intended to operate a service station.

1976

n The province sent the Town of Picton a letter indicating it would be raising rents for the town’s jail cells in the courthouse from $100 to $125 per month due to administration costs. Councillors were reluctant to pay, due to the condition of the cells. n Picton amended its signage bylaw that would see signs hanging outside of businesses replaced in five years and signs blocking the clear view of motorists or pedestrians would be outlawed. The Regent was exempted. n Councillors questioned the Picton police department for purchasing a new car without using a proper tender process to limit expenses.

1996

n After 40 years, the Ontario Municipal Assistance Program, which offered funding to water and sewer projects, ended without any commitment of future funding. n The Wellington and District Lions Club was prepared to hand out $1,000 for the largest lake trout caught between April 6 and May 3 as part of its annual derby. Some $4,000 in prizes would be awarded with proceeds benefitting Camp Trillium. n Police were seeking information following a break-and-enter at Demorestville’s Village Auto. During the overnight break-in, some $7,000 worth of tools were removed.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Completion of Picton’s new LCBO building no occasion for celebration

Last spring I wrote a letter to the editor in response to an eleventh hour Notice received pertaining to zoning bylaw relief for the proposed new Picton LCBO store. In the letter, I expressed that, regardless of façade, at the proposed zero setback the building would “stick out like a sore thumb”. Now with the building nearing completion, to be even more in our face, we have to endure no less than nine

LCBO signs, lit nonetheless! The impression this over-thetop display gives to visitors and our youth I’ll leave to you to judge! Based on the plastering of advertising on the windows of the Rossmore and Wellington stores, I anticipate the same for the oversized glass bullnoze of the Picton store – it will look like a convoluted billboard. But then the current gaping view of the interior lights, ducts, trusses, shelving and

signage isn’t any better. The building is a big city, ivory tower “here-it-is” design, not a rural, small town “heritage” design – respectful of its neighbouring streetscape. This out-of-scale, out-of character building, located in what is described in the Picton downtown heritage district plan as the “gateway” to the district makes a mockery of the plan. All the public time, effort and cost to develop the plan seems wasted, and the

heritage obligations for those within the district seem very much inconsequential. (And by the way, parameters in the plan were to be recognized by developments on adjacent properties.) Significant community objection to this venture last spring in response to the eleventh-hour bylaw exemption notice was fruitless, municipal staff and politicians having encouraged and supported the venture up to that stage! In the future when

zoning requirements and planning principles are being breached by a proposal, public input needs to be commissioned long before near final plans are established. I assume there will be a ribbon cutting opening ceremony; may I recommend a black ribbon! And I encourage the public not to attend. This facility is nothing to celebrate. Roger Bryant Picton

Caring community response takes away stress caused by dead truck battery

My truck conked out in Sobeys parking lot recently. I can't just think of the right word for the opposite of stranded. But I would like to thank the Picton firefighter who took a good 15 minutes out of his day to try to boost it, to no avail.

And I would like to thank my dad for coming over and trying to charge up my battery from his car. And I would like to thank the woman parked next to me who, after she had put her groceries in the car, checked all our connections and offered us the use of her

brand new cables, since my old ones were heating up and smoking a little. I would also like to thank the young guy with earrings and a big old truck who pulled up and said to try charging from his vehicle because a more powerful engine might help.

And I would like to thank my neighbour, Alex Von Bargen, for driving over and adding his truck and booster cables to the mix, and especially for taking a close look at things, borrowing some vise grips from the guy with the earrings, and tightening up

the battery cable. You know you live in a great community when having a dead battery makes you feel like the luckiest person in the world.

Rosalind Adams Milford

Marketing launched for seventh year of Arts Trail and Taste Trail

It’s lucky seven for the combined Arts Trail and Taste Trail in the county. Last Thursday, the steering committee behind the intertwined marketing programs by revealing a guide to the tour routes that will include 26 galleries and studios and 28 restaurants, wineries, farms, stands, and boutique shops. The 68-page full-colour program guide will be distributed within the county and throughout the golden triangle between Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal. It was designed by the Vaughan Group and features the photography of Johnny Lam. A new web site launching this spring and a social media campaign are also expected.

SUCCESSFUL LAUNCH Arts Trail and Taste Trail steering committee members, from left, Jan Duffy, Judy Kent, Lyndsay Richmond, Rebecca Lamb, and Kimberly Humby show off their new program guides. Not pictured are members Edward Shubert and Neil Carbone. (Submitted photo)

“The program features several of Prince Edward County’s artists, artisans,

restaurants, wineries, and breweries, all of whom deserve applause, for they

are the ones who continue to make the county the attraction it has become,”

said Lyndsay Richmond, the Arts Trail and Taste Trail’s program manager. Steering committee member Jan Duffy, the owner of Shared Space Jewelry, said the committee expects a million people could visit the municipality in 2016 and the trails will play a key role in the decisions of what those people do and where they go. The County’s director of destination development and marketing co-ordinator Rebecca Lamb agreed, praising the steering committee and members for producing a vital component of the municipality’s destination marketing efforts. -Staff

Celebrate 20 years of great Canadian authors at a County library branch

Over the past two decades, the library has gained much from the many emerging writers who’ve taken part in the Prince Edward County Authors Festival. The number of the authors who’ve read at our local festival and gone on to become leaders in Canadian fiction is impressive. At one of the earliest festivals, I had the privilege of introducing Nino Ricci. On that occasion, he read from his first novel Lives of the Saints. In addition to winning both the Governor General’s Award for Fiction in 1990 and the Books in Canada First Novel Award in 1991, this internationally acclaimed novel was listed for 75 weeks on the Globe and Mail’s bestseller list. I was inspired by Nino’s reading and subsequently borrowed the book from the library. I remember spending a luxurious Mother’s Day reading Lives of the Saints from cover-tocover. All of Nino’s works, including 2015’s Sleep (which Toronto Star readers ranked as one of the top

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five fiction novels released in English around the world) are available to be borrowed from the PEC Library. Warming up for this year’s festival, I recently read books written by Peter Robinson, Giles Blunt and Linwood Barclay! I borrowed some of their older titles that I have been meaning to read from the library. I can now hardly wait to read the latest works of these consummate storytellers and to listen to them speak during

the festival April 15 at Books & Company upstairs in the Lipson Room. You can visit any of our branches and browse the works of this year’s Festival authors. This event never fails to stimulate and inspire whole new reading trends in our borrowing public. A complete schedule of all 20th anniversary festival events can be found at pecauthorfest.com.

MEET TWO AUTHORS APRIL 16

As part of the Authors Festival, it is our pleasure to host Kenneth Oppel and Tim Wynne-Jones on Saturday, April 16 at noon at the Picton branch. The authors will talk about their recent works of fiction that are both filled with edge-ofyour-seat suspense. In Oppel’s The Nest, an anxious boy named Steve is convinced that the 'angels' who visit him will save his sick baby brother. But these are creatures of a very different kind and their plan for the baby has a twist.

As the story unravels, Steve discovers the truth about his new friends as the time remaining to save his brother clicks away. The Emperor of Any Place by Wynne-Jones is the story of a young man named Evan whose father suddenly passes away. Evan finds a mysterious yellow book in his dad’s home office. The book is a diary written by a Japanese soldier who was stranded on small Pacific island during the Second World War. The diary leads Evan to discover family secrets that were buried for decades. Oppel’s “The Nest” and Wynne-Jones’ “The Emperor of Any Place” are both available to borrow with your library card. Everyone is welcome to come out and enjoy their readings, great conversation as well as a pizza lunch with the authors. To help us confirm numbers in advance, please pre-register for this free event by calling Kate at 613-476-5962 or emailing her at kmacnaughton@peclibrary.org.

DOUBLE LOCAL BOOK LAUNCH APRIL 19

When the Authors Festival wraps up and you’re thoroughly pumped about Canadian literature and looking for your next great read – remember to mark your calendars for a double launch of Eva Gates’ and Vicki Delany’s two new releases Reading Up a Storm and Unreasonable Doubt. The launch will take place at the Picton Branch at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 19. Everyone is invited to meet the author of the popular Molly Smith series and enjoy some refreshments. Books and Company will be on hand if you wish to purchase your own copy of Delany’s latest works. Visit our web site www.peclibrary.org anytime and check out all of our newest Canadian novels, eBooks, Audiobooks, online resources as well as the Events Calendar for information on all upcoming events, dates and times.

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Friends stay connected for nearly four decades 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.... 'Free Family Movie Day' at the Regent Theatre the last Sunday of each month 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 476-2109. LOYALIST HUMANE SOCIETY: Always in need of food, litter, cleaning supplies, paper products as well as kitten food canned & dry. ROTARY CASH CALENDAR WINNERS: March 15th Susan Billard, 22nd Wayne & Flo Cooper, 29th Kathy Terpstra. 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. YANG STYLE TAI CHI CLASSES: Monday 9am Picton Town Hall, Tuesday 9:30am Bloomfield Town Hall, Wednesday & Friday 9:30am at the Picton Town Hall. Cost is $5/person/class. Everyone welcome! Questions & info 476-6557. TAOIST STYLE TAI CHI CLASSES & CHI KUNG Thursdays 12:30-1:30 at the Ameliasburgh Town Hall. Keep healthy in body, mind & spirit. For more information & to register, call Sherri 242-2096. FITNESS CLASSES IN PICTON: NIA Holistic Fitness blends dance, martial & healing arts set to music. Spring NIA classes in Picton are every Saturday 10am at the Picton Town Hall (above Fire Hall) from Sat April 16-May 7th. Info contact Gina 399-2588. FITNESS CLASSES IN WELLINGTON: NIA Holistic Fitness Classes every Monday at 10am until May 9th. Register for one or more classes by contacting Gina 3992588. 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. ARTS ON MAIN GALLERY: Presents the “Spring Awakening Show” 223 Main St Picton 476-5665. www.artsonmaingallery.ca. AA: Meets every Wednesday 8pm Picton Hospital Boardroom. AL-ANON: (adults) Meets 8pm every Tuesday & Thursdays 10:30am at Gilead Fellowship Church Picton. For persons affected by someone’s drinking. Info 1-866-9513711. 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 4762786.

APRIL 7: BINGO IN THE COUNTY – Hosted by the Wellington & District Lions Club. 6:45pm start, doors open at 5:45pm in the Highline Hall, Wellington Community Centre. Join us for this weekly event for some fun, friendship & an entertaining evening. Call Betty at 399-3105 for further info. APRIL 7: BURR’S CEMETERY – Annual plot holders meeting 8pm at the home of Wayne & Carole Vincent, 492 Burr Road. APRIL 8: INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED FRENCH – With Micheline 2pm Wellington Br Library & Picton Br Library on Wednesday. APRIL 9: REDNERSVILLE ALBURY CHURCH PANCAKE BREAKFAST – Join us for fresh maple syrup, pancakes sausages & scrambles eggs. Serving 8am-noon at Rednersville Albury Church, 2681 Rednersville Road. Adults $8 & Children $4. APRIL 9: COMEDY NIGHT – The County’s Artisnal Improv Troupe, “Taste That” is back at the Athol Town Hall in Cherry Valley with their comedy show “You’re still in Athol”. Free Improv Workshop at 6:30pm for beginners. Show starts at 8pm. Doors open at 7:30pm. $10 at the door. Cash bar. www.atholreccentre.com. APRIL 9/10: FREE TV ELECTRONICS DROP OFF EVENT – Home Hardware Parking Lot 13544 Loyalist Pkwy Picton 9am-4pm. Acceptable items include TV’s, Desktop & handheld Computers, Portable Computers & Peripherals, Monitors, Printing/Photcopying Devices, Telephones & Cell Phones, Cameras, Radios, Stereo &

Video Equipment. www.recycleyourelectronics.ca. Sponsored by The Kinsmen Club of Picton & Volunteers. APRIL 10: FREE COMMUNITY SUNDAY BRUNCH MEAL – And food takeaway with Food Not Bombs. All welcome 11am-1pm Picton Town Hall. APRIL 10: CREATIVE COLLECTIVE WORKSHOP – offers a relaxed & fun “tasting menu” of body-mind experiences this spring at Bloomfield Town Hall. Do one or two workshops or do them all! Cost is $5 at the door (or by donation). Apr 10 workshop is Sacred Geometry//Sha’alah Ivory. Info http://creativecollectivewiaprojects.blogspot.ca/. APRIL 10: OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP- Monthly meeting 2pm, Rm P10 in the Quinte Business Centre Building Loyalist College. APRIL 11: BLOOD DONOR CLINIC – Picton Community Centre 2pm-8pm. www.blood.ca APRIL 12: WEEKLY TUESDAY DROP IN KNIT & CHAT – Milford Br Library 10am-12noon. APRIL 12: WEEKLY TUESDAY DROP IN CHESS - All levels. 1-4pm Picton Br Library. APRIL 12: CHERRY VALLEY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE – Annual General Meeting 1pm at the Athol Town Hall, Cherry Valley. New members welcome. Info call Mary Lou 476-6590. APRIL 12: ATHOL RECREATION COMMITTEE – Annual General Meeting & Potluck. Meeting at 6pm. Potluck starts at 7pm. Come celebrate another great year in the Valley & hear what we have planned for this coming year. www.atholreccentre.com. APRIL 12: AL-ANON - Meets 8 pm at Gilead Fellowship Church, for persons affected by someone’s drinking. (1-866951-3711). APRIL 13: SOPHIASBURGH OVER 60 CLUB DINNER & MEETING – 12 noon Friendship United Church Hall. Catered by Demorestville Women’s Institute. $12/person. Call Peggy by Monday prior to reserve 4763755. APRIL 13: SOUTH BAY UNITED CHURCH SPRING DINNER – Serving from 5-7pm at South Bay United Church 2029 Cty Rd 13, 476-8388. Ham & baked potatoes, home-made baked beans, mixed vegetables, salad, spiced apples, trifle, lemon pie, tiramisu, tea/coffee/juice. Adults $15, children 12 & under $8. Tickets at the door. Take-out available. APRIL 13: LOYALIST DECORATIVE PAINTER’S GUILD – Meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month. New members always welcome. Carrying Place United Church 7pm. Snacks & coffee at 6:30pm. Please bring your regular painting supplies. Info: Noreen 475-2005 or http://loyalistdecorativepainters.com. APRIL 14: WEEKLY THURSDAY THE HUB PLAYGROUP – Drop in 9:30-11am Picton Br Library. APRIL 14: AL-ANON - Meets 10:30am Gilead Fellowship Church. If someone’s drinking is bothering you Al-Anon is for you. (1-866-951-3711). APRIL 14: OPEN DOOR PROGRAM – At the Salvation Army 2pm.Bring your favorite antique & story about it & also a picture of yourself when you were young. Light refreshments will be served. No charge for this program. APRIL 14: BINGO IN THE COUNTY – Hosted by the Wellington & District Lions Club. 6:45pm start, doors open at 5:45pm in the Highline Hall, Wellington Community Centre. Join us for this weekly event for some fun, friendship & an entertaining evening. Call Betty at 399-3105 for further info. APRIL 16: QEMA’S TREATS TREASURES & CRAFTS SHOW – Bloomfield Town Hall 9:30am-4:30pm. Support local crafters & QEMA’S efforts to provide children’s summer programs at the Victoria Schoolhouse in Ameliasburgh. Call Sherry 476-7890 to rent your table. APRIL 16: PICTON KINSMEN CLUB 6th ANNUAL CHARITY AUCTION – Picton Legion Hall, 347 Main St. Doors Open 6pm & Live Auction 7pm. Loonie Draw & Auction Table. Complimentary Food, Door Prizes & Cash Bar. Guest Auctioneers, mayor Robert Quaiff & Councilor Kevin Gale. Admission $10. All proceeds to the Picton Splash Pad & Kinsmen Projects in the County. Cash, Cheques & ATM available. Info or to make a donation Contact Phil St. Jean 242-0478 or visit www.pictonkinsmen.ca. APRIL 17: PECMH AUXILIARY VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION TEA – St. Andrew’s Anglican Church Wellington from 2-4pm. Entertainment by the Kitchen Family. Reservations are required for this event. Please contact Ursula Solecki 393-1757, no later than Monday April 11. APRIL 19: JOY MINISTRIES LUNCHEON – Noon at the Salvation Army. Join us for a delicious meal including a main course, dessert & beverage for only $7. Please call 476-3159 to reserve a spot. APRIL 20: FREE WEDNESDAY NIGHT COMMUNITY DINNER – With Food Not Bombs. All welcome 5:30-7pm Picton Town Hall. Community Garden community meeting to follow at 7pm. APRIL 22: QUINTE DOLPHINS SWIM CLUB YOUTH DANCE – Super Hero & Villain Theme 6:30-9pm Picton Arena, 375 main St. Picton. Live DJ “Johnny Pepper” for Grades 4-8. $10 at the door. Canteen sells snacks & drinks. A fun, safe & fully supervised community event. Prizes for best costume! Info Mike Pothier 827-3882 www.quintedolphins.ca APRIL 23: BLOOMFIELD UNITED CHURCH SPRING SMORGASBORD & SILENT AUCTION – Serving 4:30-7pm, 272 Main St. Bloomfield. Adults $15 Children $7. Everyone welcome! Info 393-3172.

PECI Class of 1970 alumni have gathered for 37 straight years CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

Forced by the will of an unwavering bond, a group of PECI graduates have been gathering annually to spend time together for the last 37 years. After graduating from PECI in 1970, Picton resident Donna Wetzel said she remained close with a group of about 13 high school friends. After high school the friends moved on to their lives, some moved away, others stayed in Prince Edward County, but the connection remained. In 1979 Wetzel said it was about time the friends all gathered together to catch up. With friends travelling back home to Picton on Good Friday for the Easter weekend, it was the perfect opportunity for a get-together. It was the first of many. “We had so much fun we said 'let's do it next year' and so that's what we did and it just continued,” Wetzel said. As lives got busier over the years the date changed. Rather than the Easter weekend, the friends decided to gather the weekend after. On Saturday the friends — Wetzel, Carol (Nugent) Harvey, Charlaine (Newman) MacLean, Becky Williams, Sheila (Sharpe) Morden, Jane (Mulholland) Shannon, Marg (Sheilds) Isbester, Judy (Suddard) Blemkie, Liz (Evans) Jones, Jane (MacIntosh) McCarron, and Pat Evans — gathered at Wetzel's Picton home. While some hadn't seen each other since last year's gathering, it was if the friends picked up right where they left off. “It's a really funny group. We just talk and laugh a lot and have a glass of wine,” said Wetzel. “We started at

KEEPING IN TOUCH Donna Wetzel, back left, and her group of close friends have been getting together for the last 37 years. The high school friends made a decision to gather at least once per year and have kept the tradition going since 1979. (Submitted photo)

noon on Saturday — some of the women spend the night — and I finally told them I was locking them in their room at three o'clock in the morning.” She said the fun doesn't stop the whole time they're together. It's a bond they all feel strongly — they've shared some of the most intimate moments in their lives, both joyous and sorrowful. “Everybody brings food and we literally sit all day and snack and talk,” said Wetzel. “We've been through marriages, babies, deaths, divorces.” The gathering has become such a part of the women that only the most serious events can keep them apart when the date rolls around. “There are 13 of us and nobody would miss this day. It's very, very rare anybody misses. We're committed,” she

said. “We just can't imagine not spending at least one day a year together.” In times where it's easy to lose that connection to friends and become engrossed in one's own life, how do they keep it going every year? “We just love each other. We're so close, we just laugh at the same things — we love each other,” said Wetzel. “Because we've kept together like this and we're there for each other in good times and bad times and babies and deaths.” There's also one other reason. “We always laugh that we can't stop doing this because we know each other's secrets,” she joked. The group is now mostly retired and with that comes change, but the friends remain.

PICTON MAIN STREET PICTON MAIN STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT UPDATE

PROJECT UPDATE

PICTON MAIN STREET ROAD CLOSURE FROM BRIDGE STREET TO ROSS STREET Phase One of the reconstruction of Picton Main Street has started. Picton Main Street from Bridge Street to Ross Street will be closed to vehicle traffic . Detours are set-up to direct traffic through alternate routes. Maps and detailed information about these routes are available online at the County’s website (www.thecounty.ca). Businesses will be open and have pedestrian access. Free parking will be available at the municipal lots located on Mary Street and Market Lane. For more information about the Picton Main Street Project, visit www.thecounty.ca. The Corporation of the County of Prince Edward 332 Picton Main Street, Picton Ontario, K0K 2T0 P: 613.476.2148 x221 E: info@pecounty.on.ca www.thecounty.ca

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The Picton Gazette Hospice Prince Edward is offering a six-week course for those people who have suffered the death and loss of a family member or dear friend. With two facilitators, this small group will give members an opportunity to share their concerns and problems around the experience and pain or grief. Even those feelings which are so disruptive to a person’s life are normal and can be lessened somewhat by sharing with others going through the same grief journey. An understanding group, meeting together, can help one another to deal with their concerns and to move forward with their lives. The group will look at and talk about their emotional ups and downs and how to deal with daily routines and issues. This is a supportive, nonjudgmental, non-denominational and confidential setting. The meetings will starting in April and be about two hours long. The group meets once a week for six consecutive weeks at Hospice Prince Edward, 40 Downes Avenue, Picton. There is no charge for the support group. This is a component of the Hospice Prince Edward bereavement program. If you feel these meetings would be of help for you and someone you know, please call Jane Moon at 613 645-4040 ext. 204 or send Moon an e-mail at jmoon@ hospicepe.com to discuss further details.

CLOTHING BAG SALE

Good used clothing for the whole family is on sale at Community Care’s Thrift Shop. Fill agrocery bag or two Hurry in early for the best selection as the sale ends April 16. The proceeds will help seniors live independently in the county. For more information call the Thrift Shop at 613-476-1555.

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Draft terms of reference approved for traffic committee CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

The draft terms of reference for a new East and West Lake ad hoc committee were approved at last week's committee-of-the-whole meeting. The terms of reference will still have to come before council for approval at the regular council meeting on April 12, but the new committee would be tasked with reviewing and identifying problems arising from increased tourism traffic activity during peak summer months in the East and

West Lake area. The committee would identify problems and recommend potential actions relating to high volume traffic, increased congestion, safety, ease of access for property owners, speeding and erratic driving, and safety of cyclists. The ad hoc committee would comprise five councillors: one from Picton, one of Hallowell, Athol councillor Jamie Forrester, South Marysburgh councillor Steve Ferguson, one councillor at large, Mayor Robert Quaiff, and engineering, development, and works

commissioner Robert McAuley. The committee will nominate and elect its own chair at vice chair at its first meeting and will meet either on a monthly basis or as necessary with all meetings either being called by the chair or being agreed to by the adhoc committee at its last meeting. The committee would also be able to entertain deputations from the public. The committee was originally called for by Forrester last September when he said the issues “boiled over” in the summer.

“This is huge,” he said. “Right now we don't even know what all the issues are. This is basically to put a small group of people together to start brainstorming and writing everything down.” At the time, Forrester said without intervention the problems could continue to get worse. “Some of the residents right beside the provincial park, they can't even get to their homes on the weekends,” he said. “There are issues with farmers not being able to get their equipment out.”

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“Re/Max Quinte is excited to once again spearhead the golf tournament to raise funds for equipment replacement at our county hospital. We have had a long-standing partnership and look forward to bringing out members of our generous community to assist in this endeavour,” said Re/Max broker Sean McKinney. “Quality health care is an asset to attracting home buyers to our area and anything we can contribute towards that end is a step in the right direction. Join us on June 14 and let's show how strong our

community is.” The tournament is open to 100 golfers on a first-come, first-served basis so register early to avoid disappointment. A $150 entry includes 18 holes with cart, a lunch donated by Sobeys, a steak dinner catered by the Golf Course Grill, and a gift. Players can sign in starting at 11 a.m. for a 1 p.m. shotgun. Registration is now open. Please call Briar Boyce at the 613-476-1008 ext. 4425 to participate. Cheques can be made payable to the PECMH Foundation and credit cards may be processed over the phone by calling the foundation.

Church Services this week

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

Sunday Services 10:30am with Dennis Pringle

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

dsmith@ontario.anglican.ca

St. John’s

PICTON GOSPEL HALL 3 McFarland Drive Sunday

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

3207 County Road 8

Sunday Worship 9:00am St. Philip’s

44 St. Philips St. Milford

Gilead Fellowship

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

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2 Downes Ave. Picton 613-476-2622

Carilyn Moulton from PEC Syria

BLOOMFIELD UNITED CHURCH

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

Guest Preacher Rev. Douglas Wilson

THE GREAT ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH

7 Church St., Picton, Ont. K0K 2T0

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Ven. Charles Morris

Wednesday, April 27 Friendship Tea, Church hall. Please join us at 2pm and bring all your friends with you. Free will offering for The ROC.

Sunday 9:00am, 10:30am Tuesday 8:00am Silent Prayer Wednesday 10:00am Right around the corner in your neighbourhood. 335 Main St., Picton

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PICTON UNITED CHURCH

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Minister: Rev. Richard Hamilton

Easter III

Worship Service 10:30am Sermon: “Transformations” Serving the Community for 222 years

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Mann says actions in digital realm can affect reputation, relationships, personal safety CYBER, from page 1

"Because of the access you have online, you have access to information and people like never before in history. With great power comes responsibility." Throughout the presentation, PECI drama students demonstrated behaviours and consequences of online behaviour through a series of short, theatre-in-the-round acts. Their realistic portrayals showed the hurt that can be caused by cyber bullying, the crime of taking and sharing intimate photographs without consent, and even the anonymous nature of communicating online. OPP Det. Const. Anthony Mann walked the students through the scenarios they saw unfold and spoke to the legal and personal implications of their actions. He spoke the transfer of intimate images — some taken at a party when a party in the photos was not in a position to consent, and others that were the result of sexting: intimate photos taken and sent by one party, often to a boyfriend, girlfriend, or love interest, only to be shared again with the world. Mann stressed that once an image or text is transmitted, it is difficult to get it back. "There's a digital blueprint you develop that never goes away," he said. The former community services officer who taught the DARE program to many of the students in attendance said there's a grey area with the production of photographic material, particularly

CONNECTED CREW ROC program director Hilary Fennell receives an enthusiastic response when asking how many Grade 7 and 8 students use mobile devices or social media during a presentation at PECI Thursday. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

when one party creates and distributes an image of themselves, but it is important for youth to understand that child pornography laws are written to describe anyone under the age of 18 or who appears to be underage with photos or videos focusing on sexual content. Those who send are at risk. Mann indicated where an offence often occurs is when those images get shared again with others. In that instance, the police would become involved and there could be some consequences, including awkward moments when an officer might tell a young person’s parents why they are being interviewed for an active investigation. It could mean police cars at home, school, or places they hang out and it’s possible there could be curfews, bans from talking to friends, and even time away from technology.

“Can you imagine going a day without your phone? Imagine going a week. Over the course of a police investigation, it can be seized and I can’t say for sure when you’re going to get that back. It may be months, it may be longer,” he said. Mann also added if an arrest is involved, a suspected offender would be processed and released. The conditions of that release might include a ban of any communications device for a set period. Then, of course, if a criminal conviction follows, it could have an impact on an ability to get a job, volunteer, or get into a preferred school. Also, he said, more and more organizations are monitoring social media behaviour when considering applicants. To avoid trouble online, Mann said that while privacy settings on social media sites are good in theory, a far better way to filter information and

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harming your reputation, getting in trouble, or compromising personal safety.” Fennell said young people have a few avenues they can take when they’re concerned about trouble online. “The first thing you can do is go to an adult you can trust. An adult who cares about you will do a few specific things. They’re not going to pass judgment. What they’re focusing on is how to get you the support and help you need.” She also reiterated audience members could stop cyber bullying and hate on the Internet by calling out behaviour that is unacceptable. It may be hinting to people ask-

stay safe is to self-filter information and take responsibility for what they share. He offered a simple test to determine the appropriateness of any online activity. “Before you press that send button — whatever the post, comment, text or image you’re going to send — ask yourself three questions. Do you feel comfortable showing that to mom and dad? To your teacher or the principal of your school? Would you feel comfortable showing it to me as a police officer. If you even hesitated answering one of those questions, I’d think twice about sending it. You know you’re in danger of

ing for inappropriate photos that it isn’t a good idea. It may be by replying or placing emojis from a web site like www.iwitnessbullying.org to just let people know they’re crossing a line. “The statistics show that simply by calling out a bully that can significantly reduce the probability that bully will keep going,” she said. “If you get caught throwing a snowball at school, you sit in the principal’s office and it’s a little embarrassing. It’s a little less likely you’re going to roll that snowball the next recess.”

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With regard to exploitation of images by peers, Fennell stressed the importance of saying no. One could report the situation at cybertip.ca, or rely on the OPP-supported web site needhelpnow.ca which helps get photos removed from the Internet and offers support for dealing with cyberbullying or

exploitation or helping friends in that situation. There’s also the option of sending humorous graphics to say no without seeming uncool. Perhaps one of the scariest lessons of the morning was left for nearly the end of the presentation as Fennell discussed the dangers of location-tracking applications, or location services, in social media and how they can be

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compromising. The discussion followed a powerful piece of drama from the PECI students where a girl talked on her cell phone with three people claiming to be from area schools. Two of the three masked individuals weren’t who she thought they were. The other, it turns out, was, but then that girl discovered the initial student wasn’t who she thought she was. Fennell shared an example of a Trenton teen who had an attractive profile photo and a suggestive screen name. She also left her location services on. With a simple grid search, it would be easily discovered where that girl goes to school,

where she lives, and where all of her friends live. From there, a number of dangerous activities could take place. That grid searching activity is known as phishing. Next, if the predator chats online with the intended victim, it may turn out that they have a lot in common. Fennell said it is easily something that could dupe people. “They get you, that’s a thing. It’s called mirroring. They’re sharing their emotions so you feel connected to them.” The person then wants to meet and there’s really no knowing who they really are. That’s an example of luring, she said.

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To further illustrate the point, the students were able to watch an online video where a man in his 20s contacted three young teenage girls with the permission of their parents and showed just how easy it was to make them believe he was a 15-year-old boy. “It’s simply impossible to tell if they have good intentions. If you don’t know them, the bottom line is you don’t know,” she said. She cautioned the students to be savvy about their privacy settings — which sometimes reset after apps are upgraded, to be careful to choose a screen name that doesn’t identify gender, age, or location, and share only appropriate photos. Also, she said, making blogs and social media accounts private and not sharing personal feelings online lessens the risk. Mann indicated that while students may think bad things don’t happen in small-town Prince Edward County, they can. He spoke about an adult from the southern United States who was intercepted at the Gananoque border crossing on his way to meet a child. He was turned around and eventually convicted. But, Mann stressed, it’s hard for the community to know who the creepy people are. “The Internet has made a small town out of the whole world. You don’t have that control any more,” he said, adding most students are going to be driving in a few years and one can bet they’ll receive instruction from their parents and driver’s education. “They’re not just going to throw the keys at you,” he said. “This is no different. Your devices are vehicles on the Internet, we want to ensure that you are safe.” A common question Fennell said she gets asked is why schools get involved when their students get into trouble online. Rob Furmidge, a child and youth worker responded.

“The school cares because it all ends up here. Whatever is happening outside of here ends up in the school. It’s our community school and Monday, when you show up to school the conflicts rain in on us and we have to deal with them.” He said it’s important to make the distinction between blaming technology for the behaviours of some. “We’re not saying technology is a bad thing, it’s a great thing. You’re so lucky to be born in a generation that has all this technology available to us,” he said. “That technology is very useful, but we have to be careful what we do with it. In an instant it can change our lives.” Furmidge also stressed that a lot of times, adults in positions to help children only learn about troubles impacting young people in their schools or communities by information shared by other youth. He noted it’s important to come forward to get help. “If you know somebody is being hurt, you need to tell an adult. It’s very important,” he said. The police services board will also offer two other programs under its Crime Prevention Through Social Development funding, administered through the County Community Foundation. One is a series of anger management, anti-bullying, and substance abuse counselling sessions provided by the John Howard Society. The other is a series of three workshops in conjunction with the Canadian Mental Health Association — safeTALK, which helps participants identify and engage those contemplating suicide, Making Connections for frontline professionals working with domestic violence, mental illness, or substance abuse, and Mental Health First Aid to train the public on signs of mental health problems and appropriate care.

Picton Legion Branch 78 April Events Open to Public/All are Welcome

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Karaoke 2-6 pm by John

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Ham & scalloped potato Dinner, 5:30pm

Saturday, July 2ndROYAL WOOD ... with multiple Juno nominations, and numerous successes on Canadian radio, Royal Wood has a style all his own. His latest album The Ghostlight exudes raw emotion and emanates a feel of the songwriters of the sixties and seventies. Doors: 8pm $35.00

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• Sat. April 23rd: Robin Edgar 3-7 pm • Sun. April 24th: Meat roll 2 pm Sunday, July 3rd- COWBOY JUNKIES ...this iconic Canadian band has been the darling of canadian popular music for over three decades. Their groundbreaking record The Trinity Sessions in 1988 won them critical acclaim and a cult following. Their music is a beautiful mix of blues, country, folk, rock and jazz. Doors: 7pm $58.50

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The Shout Sister Choir will be raising its voices Sunday, April 10 in support of Syrian refugees locating in the community. That afternoon, the community-based choir of women under the direction of Georgette Fry will be presenting Song For Syria, a concert and film at the Regent Theatre. The concert promises to celebrate the voices of women and show the power of healing expression through the arts. The women involved come from diverse backgrounds and experience, yet are connected together through music.

The film they’ll be screening that afternoon is Queens of Syria, written and directed by Yasmin Feeda. It tells the story of 50 women forced into exile in Jordan who came together in 2013 to perform a version of Eurpides’ The Trojan Women, a tragic Greek story about the plight of women affected by war. None had acted before that experience. The women found their experiences in the current conflict in the Middle East were strikingly similar to those experienced during the Trojan War.

Tickets for the event are $20 for general seating. The show begins at 2 p.m. and is expected to run three hours. Thus far, PEC Syria has worked to relocate three families totalling 27 people to the area, working in partnership with Ryerson University’s Lifeline Syria. Their work has also

helped reunite family as Sawsen Al Jasem, the wife and mother of the first family of 11 was able to reunite with her brothers, Nasradine and Adnan Moustafa, who were able to move their families into the region also. -Staff

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County plans to spruce up kiosks with visitor services budget savings Commission approves deal for Chamber to assist tourists until the end of 2016 ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

By taking on additional visitor services provisions directly, the County's community development department appears to have found a way to spruce up its roadside information kiosks. On Monday, the municipality's community and economic development commission approved a memorandum of understanding with the Prince Edward County Chamber of Tourism and Commerce that would effectively help the Chamber transition way from the provision of visitor services. A report prepared for the commission by community development co-ordinator Trevor Crowe indicated the County had been paying the Chamber annually to deliver tourism services, including the operation of a visitor centre, the distribution of maps, stocking kiosks, and other duties. The report referenced a move from the Chamber's board late last year to move its strategic focus away from a tourism-centred approach toward more of a focus on business services and training. "As a result of this transition and its timing leading into the county's busy tourist season, staff has negotiated a memorandum of understanding for one year that would see the Chamber continue to provide core visitor services for the balance of 2016, before ceasing these operations for 2017," Crowe wrote in the report. A recommendation included in the report suggested the commission enter into a feefor-service agreement with the

VISITOR CENTRE The Chamber’s Main Street office will remain

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Monday, the commission also approved expenditures of up to $15,000 on the design and production of a 2016 visitor attraction publication, up to $5,000 for earned media generation and familiarization tours, up to $30,000 for implementation of a digital marketing campaign for resident, investment, and tech startups through its strategic plan implementation funds. It also approved expenditures of up to $10,000 from the Great Waterway RTO9 Partnership project fund to help create and implement an ambassador and customer service program in partnership with the Ontario Tourism Education Corporation. Last year, the County's tourism and visitor attraction publication was distributed in 103,000 copies of the LCBO Food and Drink Magazine in the Toronto market and an additional 40,000 copies were distributed through The Globe and Mail in Ottawa and Montreal and through Ontario Travel Centres and tourism offices. The publication also earned municipal economic development industry awards and media attention. In 2015, the County brought several travel writers to the area to leverage earned media to benefit the tourism industry locally. Roberts said the value of the earned media attention was estimated in millions of dollars. This year, half of the funds

budgeted will be redirected to resident and investment attraction. Through partnership with First Stone Venture Partnerships, the creation of a new web portal and customer relationship management system, the County hopes to offer more targeted and cost-effective marketing and improve its data collection and analysis, and follow up procedures with potential residents and investors. Lastly, the ambassador and customer service pro-

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What may be the oldest living horse in Prince Edward County is doing just fine, thanks for asking. Local farmer Pat Mowbray was feeling somewhat miffed this week after a passerby noted the lean condition of his 36-year-old horse 'Casey' and called the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA). Mowbray alerted the GOLDEN YEARS Farmer Pat Mowbray feeds his horse Casey. In Gazette on Friday that a mem- his 36th year, Casey is likely the oldest horse in Prince Edward ber of the OSPCA investiga- County and was paid a visit by the OSPCA after a passerby was tion unit had paid a visit to the farm just west of Picton to concerned about Casey’s condition. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff) check on Casey's condition. entire life couldn't fathom farm and engage the retired The senior farmer that's why a concerned passerby dairyman who now keeps been around livestock his wouldn't simply stop by the beef cattle to “keep himself occupied.” “I would like to let people T1135 TAX REPORTING YOU DON’T know that Casey is doing just fine,” Mowbray said. “He's a WANT TO OVERLOOK! little thin but he eats a 20 kg When foreign assets (specified foreign property) with a total bag of feed every two weeks cost amount of more than $100,000 Canadian are owned at that's designed for senior any time in the year, form T1135 must be filed. This form horses and he has a touch of arthritis, but at his age, who must be filed by Canadian resident individuals, corporations wouldn't have arthritis?” and trusts, as well as many partnerships. With Casey under regular care provided by a local vetWhen your income tax return is filed, each year you must erinarian, Mowbray asked visiting doctor late last answer the question "Did you own or hold foreign property the month about his horse that at any time in the year with a total cost of more than was bred from a stallion at the CAN$100,000?" If the answer to this question is Yes, then farm of Laverne Way near Milford and a thoroughbred form T1135 must be filed for that year. quarter horse Mowbray in the late 1970s. It is easy to overlook the cost of the foreign content of owned “I asked the vet about what certain property, such as investments held with a Canadian I should do with Casey and he securities dealer. It is important to ensure that this form is said if he was eating regularly and getting up and down OK, filed as required, as the penalties are painful! he (Mowbray) shouldn't do Mowbray said. This form is required for taxation years starting after 1997. anything,” Quinte area OSPCA invesIf this form was not filed in previous years but did apply to tigator Tex Ridder confirmed your tax situation, you may be able to do a Voluntary he had checked in on Casey's condition last week but couldDisclosure, and possibly avoid penalties. n't say what exactly he found. He did agree with the For 2015, if the total cost of a taxpayer's specified foreign Gazette's query that considerproperty is less than $250,000 throughout the year, the ing the horse was still in the taxpayer can report using a new simplified reporting care of Mowbray after the system. The detailed reporting method must still be used weekend that there wasn't by taxpayers with specified foreign property with a total cost much wrong with Casey's care or condition. of $250,000 or more at any time during the year. Ridder did admit that Casey was the oldest horse he If you have concerns about your reporting requirements, we has visited in his 13 years as are here to help! Cope, Barrett Chartered Professional an OSPCA investigator. The investigator said he Accountants, Your County Income Tax Professionals. understood Mowbray's bewil175 Picton Main Street (613)476-2150 derment concerning his visit and the way it was generated but does not recommend anyone engage an animal owner over its condition and prefers people call the tip line at 310SPCA (7722). “It is a different world these days and I don't recommend that people do that at Personal & all. You never know what you are walking into. I'm trained Business Income and have the proper gear to Tax Preparation deal with upset owners,” Ridder said. For now, Casey will continue to live his life at the only place he's ever known as home with the beef cattle as his friends. “We tried to keep him in the barn but really wants to be out with the cows all the time,” Mowbray said with a laugh. New Clients When the day comes that Welcome Casey's struggles become too Joanne Barrett, CPA great, Mowbray admitted he knows what decision will have to be made. MON.-FRI. 9 to 6, OPEN SAT. 9 to 5 “If there was something wrong with him, if he was in pain...I would never let him suffer and we would put him down.”

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— which came on Feb, 26, 2016 — would give the project until June 6, 2016 to be constructed and connected to the grid. “The bottom line of this lengthy note is that I think the terms of the FIT contract create some opportunities to fight this project on a new level,” said Quaiff. “My reading of the FIT contract sug-

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Storm brewing for Prospective Panthers eager to take field league Dukes’ 16-year-old Defending champions have more than 30 players goaltender Popovich trying out for team Guelph commits to top prospect after single productive year in the Wellington crease JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

The Ontario Hockey League has come calling another member of the Wellington Dukes. The Dukes announced Monday that 16-year-old netminder Anthony Popovich has signed a contract with the Guelph Storm. A seventh round selection by the major junior club in the 2015 OHL Priority Draft, the Belleville native was outstanding for the Dukes in 2015-16 when called upon. In 15 OJHL games, Popovich backstopped Wellington to nine wins while posting a 2.34 goals against average and a .908 save percentage which were league highs amongst all freshman puck stoppers in the circuit. The 6'1” 170-lb netminder picked up his first OJHL shutout when the Dukes blanked the Lindsay Muskies 3-0 Oct. 25 at Essroc Arena. With just 13 wins in 68 games this past season, the Storm will be looking at a continuation of a rebuilding project headed up by former Belleville Bulls star and current coach Jarrod Skalde. “Guelph is in a rebuilding mode and Anthony certainly

fits the description of the type of player that they are looking for,” Dukes coach and general manager Marty Abrams told the Gazette Monday afternoon. “He's got unlimited potential and it's been his dream all along to play in the OHL so the organization is certainly proud of him and happy for him.” In a statement released by the Storm, general manager Mike Kelly was gracious to the Dukes and the role the organization played in getting Popovich ready for major junior action. “We are very excited to have Anthony commit to the Storm and we look forward to having him reach his significant hockey and academic potential”, Storm GM Mike Kelly said. “We were very excited when we drafted Anthony last April, and we have been very pleased with his development this year with the Wellington Dukes. We welcome Anthony and his family to the Storm family and would like to thank the Wellington Dukes organization for the great job they have done in getting Anthony ready to play in the OHL.

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MOVING ON UP Wellington Duke netminder Anthony Popovich is going to the Ontario Hockey League. The Guelph Storm announced they had signed the Belleville native to a standard player agreement Monday. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

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The unmistakable smacking sound of rawhide baseballs hitting leather gloves echoed through the gymnasium Thursday as the PECI Baseball Panthers prepared for their own opening day. Again, it appears the Panthers have an embarrassment of riches to work with as head coach Matt Ronan had his charges spread throughout two gyms and in the junior cafeteria to complete the final tryout for the defending Bay of Quinte Conference champions. Pitchers tried to get the ball over a colour-coded plate in the smaller Gym C, while positional players defended against ground balls and fly balls in Gym B or took batting practice off a tee into a large net. In the cafeteria, they ran ladder drills to show their agility and fitness levels. There were plenty of decisions to be made following two months of workouts. "It's exciting. We had 32 or 33 guys trying out. We had so much interest we looked into having a second team this year, but we were unable to do so. There are eight teams in the league so we've had to make some cuts," said Ronan, who indicated he'd keep 20-22 players on his roster in a league where many teams will take 13-15 players. The downside is that many of the younger players in Grade 9 and Grade 10 will be relegated to watching when the real games start. Ronan attributes his team's continuing success to the strength of the Prince Edward County minor baseball system in developing players. Many schools in the loop would have a tough time fielding a junior team, but competent young players are advancing on the diamond in Wellington. "We're lucky because we have a good ball system here in the county. All these kids go to the county school and the kids in the north part of the

OVER THE PLATE PECI Panther Dan Seguin, left, stands in as a teammate Gavin Ronan prepares to catch a pitch thrown during a practice session last Thursday. Both Seguin and Ronan are players coach Matt Ronan can count on at both ends of the battery this year. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

county have gone to Centennial and been the leaders at that school. That's really need to see," he said. The depth is most evident on the mound as the Panthers will boast a rotation of five strong senior arms, including Gavin Ronan, Max Manlow, Kevin Wilson, Dan Seguin, and Dryden Norton. "That's a pretty imposing group. We have six pitchers before you even get beyond the Grade 11s," said Ronan, who indicated this year the Panthers may benefit more from that than in other years. He explained there will be a league in the Northumberland and Kawartha district again this year, which has resulted in the Bay of Quinte schedule being condensed to three weeks to allow for a COSSA championship. There's also the real possibility of more inclement weather. "We'll probably have three or four games in a week," Ronan said. "The goal is to get all these guys up to 70 pitches. In our scrimmages and exhibition games, they'll throw two innings a piece."

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The Panthers do have some holes to fill going into the new season, however. The team graduated four impact players from last year — Phil Seguin, Kyle Gould, Bob Wilson, and Andrew Dayton, three of whom went on to collegiate ball in the United States. While all of those players were valuable, one key difference will be in the middle infield, where Seguin and Gould have lined up for the past four seasons. Ronan believes others must step in. "We've taken for granted that we had the best middle infield for three years this side of Scarborough, so we're looking for guys to fill that void," he said. "Dryden Norton or Gavin (Ronan) could play shortstop and Matt Dobson is a smooth fielder. They've seen what it takes and had it modelled for them. They have to come ready to play." The Panthers will rely on their lone fifth-year veteran Jordan Strachan for clutch hitting and leadership. Ronan said the success of this year's squad will lie in the

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cleaner available: Reliable, experienced, and detailed oriented. Please call Shelby 613-503-2272. grass cutting, openings available for 3-4 lawns. No job too small. For reasonable rates call Paul, 613-393-5021 houseKeeping, Caregiving, cooking, laundry. I can make it easier for you to stay in your own home. Give me a call at 613-920-8393.

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college/university Student needed for sales, you pick supervisor, June 15-September. Services experience an asset. The Blueberry Patch, Waupoos. email resume to blueberry@kos.net the county gardener is looking for a helper for the lead gardener, no experience required, learn on the job. No weekends or holidays. Steven 613-885-1307.

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BLACK RIVER TREE SERVICE

Stump Grinding Tree Trimming and Removal Brush Chipping Lot Clearing Cabling & Bracing Fully Insured 15 years Experience

Glenn Guernsey

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Bloomfield United Church

annual spring smorgasbord and silent auction 272 Main Street Bloomfield Sat. April 23, 2016 4:30 to 7:00 pm Adults $15 Children under 12 $7 Everyone Welcome info 613-393-3172

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I would like to thank my family and friends for my surprise 70th birthday party. A special thanks to Waupoos Pub (our own Cheers Bar) Sarah, Bill and Nicole you did a great job and also for the extras you served. Thank you to Marion, Katrina and Nancy for planning it. Thanks also for the gifts I received but they were not necessary, just you being there was enough. Thanks again. Bob Creasy We the family of Bronwen Leskie would like to thank the many generous people who attended her memorial. We would also like to thank the volunteers for their considerate and kindhearted donations. We have experienced a tragedy that knows no words, and we are grateful for the many acts of kindness, which will never be forgotten. The Hoekstra Family

Custom Cakes Artificial Flower Arrangements

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Pellet Stoves Service Maintenance

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Myatt’s Heating • spring clean-ups • eaves trough cleaning • lawn maintenance • grass cutting • pressure washing • small construction and renovation projects

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WILL Buy Scrap

Vehicles, Metals and Appliances picked up free and will do moving, dump runs of brush, eavestrough cleaning, lawn cutting, garage & basement cleaning

Includes transfer from local place of death (20 km), required documentation, transfer to crematorium, cremation casket and urn, cremation fee and Coroner’s cremation certificate.

LAWN ROLLING call early for appt.

LEE MITCHELL 613-476-6665 or 613-969-8602 yard sale

MOVING/YARD SALE Cherry Valley

Lots of items, furniture, tools, yard equipment, camping equipment, household items, plus an 18’ travel trailer.

April 9 - Starts at 8am No early birds please

97C County Rd. 18

To all my family, friends, acquaintances, and all who attended the wake and funeral of my son Zachary Dubois. To all who donated in anyway towards helping us get back on our feet. We are overwhelmed by the outpouring of support and realize that it would be impossible to thank every single person & company for what they have done to help us. We thank you from the depths of our hearts. Although our hearts may be broken and grieving from the loss of life, we are in awe of the way this beautiful community has come together surrounding us, helping us and protecting us. We are so proud and grateful to be part of this “County”, Zach would be too, he was such a people person he’d just smile and say “been telling’ ya that for years mom! “ Thank you, also for every thought, prayer, hug and gesture. For all the donations to the firefighters and the early fire detection team. We are grateful for every single donation. We are still in shock and disbelief. We may not be online or answering messages but know that we are getting them. They are appreciated. Sincerely the family of the late great Zachary Nathaniel Dubois.

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CaMP, Donald. In memory of a dear Dad, who passed away April 4, 2009. God grant that I may fish Until my dying day And when it comes to my last cast I then most humbly pray When in the Lord’s safe landing net I’m peacefully asleep That in His mercy I be judged As good enough to keep. Lovingly remembered by Chad, Lisa, Carson & Claire. CaRteR, Jack. In loving memory of a dear husband and best friend, Jack Carter, who left us April 10, 2015. When evening shadows are falling And I’m sitting here alone, To my heart there comes a longing Wishing you were here at home. In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still, For in my heart you hold a place, That no one else can fill. You walk with me down quiet paths, And speak through winds and rain, For the wonderful gift of memory, Gives you back to me again. I hold you close within my heart, And there you will remain, To walk with me throughout my life, Until we meet again. Missed by wife Florence, sister Lois and all the family. deMILLe, Bernice. April 11, 2014. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us everyday, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. Forever missed by Bonnie, Jean, Rick, Charlotte and families. dUNNING, Alice. 1909-2004 Thoughts today, memories forever Love Thelma

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aloysius “al” Keys

In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather and great grandfather who passed away April 10, 2002. Today recalls the memory Of a loved one gone to rest; And those who think of him today Are those who loved him best. The flowers we lay upon his grave May wither and decay, But the love for him who lies beneath Will never fade away. Always remembered by Colleen, Joe, Cathy, Pat, Darlene and his grandchildren and great grandchildren

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Bonnie heather evans

1945-2015 In loving memory of our mother and devoted wife, who passed away April 6, 2015. Sadly missed and always in our hearts. Frank, Ed and Kyle.

MILLs, Helen. In loving memory of a dear “Mum” who passed away April 10, 2002. Time slips by and life goes on But from our hearts you are never gone. We think about you always, We talk about you too. We have so many memories, But we wish we still had you. Sadly missed and always loved and remembered by Nancy, Kevin, Penny, Lisa, Terry, Amanda, Kaley, Natasha, Jordan & Devin. sheLLeY, Jack. In memory of a wonderful dad, grandpa, great grandpa and great great grandpa, who left us on April 7, 2012. Your life was a blessing Your memory a treasure You are loved beyond words And missed beyond measure. Lovingly remembered by daugther Linda, son-in-law Les and family stORMs- Laverne, April 17, 1987 and Marie, March 31, 2011. Our thoughts are ever with you Though you have passed away And those who loved you dearly Are thinking of you today. Doug, Peggy, Gary, Linda and Randy.

March 24, 1933 - April 7, 2013 In memory of our dear husband, father, grandfather and friend. You are missed more than you will ever know But we knew it was time for you to go. It was hard to see you suffer, But you have gone to a better place Where you are now. You have no pain, no worries, Just peace & sunshine. Our memories will last a lifetime. You will always be in our hearts We miss & will love you forever. Love your wife Shirley, family & friends.

Kim Walmsley

In loving memory of a dear and caring wife and loving mother, who left us April 8, 2014. As time unfolds our second year apart Loving memories keep you in our heart Silent thoughts of us together Hold memories that will last forever. Always loved and forever missed, Sam, Brent, Brad and Brooke

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GeRaLd W. BetheLL

Entered into rest on Sunday, April 3rd, 2016 at the PEC Memorial Hospital, Picton

On Saturday April 2, 2016, Marguerite Lyons (nee Putnam) passed away peacefully at home in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Burton Lyons and cherished mother of Leland (Janet), Wayne (Peggy) and Leisa (John Hutton). Loved by her 8 grandchildren, 12 greatgrandchildren and 4 greatgreatgrandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews, Marg was predeceased by her siblings Lorne, Leola, Clarence, Geneva and Kathleen. Mrs. Lyons rested at the Hicks Funeral Home, 2 Centre Street, Picton. 613-4765571 Funeral service was held at the Salvation Army Picton Community Church (Queen and Bowery Sts.) on Tuesday, April 5 at 2 pm. Majors Dean and officiated. Margaret Locke Interment Sophiasburgh Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Salvation Army or charity of your choice would be appreciated.The family received friends on Monday evening at the funeral home Thursday evening.

LYONs, adona Marguerite

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Gerald (Gerry) Bethell of Kingston and Prince Edward County died at home surrounded by his loving family on April 1, 2016. Born in Weyburn, Saskatchewan, he spent many idyllic summers at their beloved cottage at Carlisle Lake. After graduating from the Royal Military College and the University of Saskatchewan, he served as an officer in the Canadian Armed Forces, and met his wife Vivian while stationed at Camp Gagetown. Following his military service he worked as the editor of business publications in Toronto and Regina, where his first son, Richard, was born, and then joined the Federal Public Service where he became advertising manager for the Canadian Office of Tourism. He later moved to Treasury Board and participated in the development of new privacy and access to information legislation. For several years he served as senior executive responsible for developing and administering government information policy in such areas as access to information, privacy, security and communications. During the early years in Ottawa, his second son, Steven, was born. He took an early retirement for health reasons and began writing fiction, a goal for many years. His book, Last Light, published in 2005 explored many subjects in which he took great interest – leadership, aging, politics, physical and spiritual renewal, mandatory retirement, to name only a few. Most of his book was written on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico where he and Vivian wintered and made many good friends. They also became members of an advisory council at the Gulf Coast State College, took many courses there and even taught a course on Canada to curious Americans. Daily swims were done even when locals were donning winter coats and hats. Retirement also took them to Prince Edward County where they purchased land on Lake Ontario and built a house designed to enjoy the magnificent scenery. Gerry’s passions were his family, his career and his books. In his lifelong quest for knowledge and his curiosity about many diverse topics, he devoured and absorbed information on string theory, quantum physics, cosmology, politics, history, longevity, neuroscience and much more. He is survived by the family he adored and who will remember him with much love: his wife Vivian; sons Richard (Kelly) and Steven (Helene) and his grandchildren, Kyla Costello and Erin Bethell. Predeceased by a brother, Richard, and by an infant son. Arrangements for cremation have been made with the James Reid Funeral Home. Please consider a memorial donation to University Hospitals Kingston Foundation (UHKF) in support of equipment at Kingston General Hospital. Donations may be made online at www.uhkf.ca or by calling the James Reid Funeral Home, 613544-3411. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Royal Military College Senior Staff Mess, 9 Point Frederic Drive on Saturday, April 16 from 2-4 p.m. www.jamesreidfuneralhome.com

Doris McKenna, age 67, passed away peacefully on Saturday April 2nd, 2016, surrounded by her family at the Kingston General Hospital. Doris was the youngest daughter of the late Charles McKenna and Aldea Beaudoin. Doris leaves her two sisters Mabel and Irene (Walter McGee). She is survived by her six beloved nephews and nieces; Stephane, Francois (Martine), Maryse (Conrad), Kevin (Noriko), Kelly and Kim (Tim) and her loving grand-nieces and grand-nephews; Anika, Karel, Eliane, Felix, Jasmine, Sam and Kai. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Gregory the Great Roman Catholic Church on Saturday April 9th at 11:00 with visitation one hour prior at the church. Interment will follow at a later date beside her parents at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Picton.If desired, donations to Chalice, University Hospitals Kingston Foundation or Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the

Peacefully, surrounded by his family, at Crown Ridge Place, Trenton. Jack Strachan of Glenora Road, Picton at the age of 76. Beloved husband of Wanda and much loved father of Andrea (Vince), Jacqui (Kim), and Brad. Proud grandpa of Ty and Devlin. Dear brother to Ron (Annette) and the late Bob Strachan (Lyn). Will be greatly missed by his many friends and family members. Jack was an avid sailor, an active member of the Picton Model Train Club, and a slot car enthusiast. He loved animals and nature. Jack was always quick with a smile and a joke. A celebration of his life will be held in the summer. In keeping with Jack’s wishes, cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations in his honour can be made to the Prince Edward County Hospital Auxiliary, the Loyalist Humane Society, or the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to the

Whattam

(1923 - 2016) After a life very much lived, Paul passed away on March 15, 2016, in Belleville, ON, at age 92. Paul had two wonderful marriages, being predeceased by Marjorie (Gillespie) and Trudy (Taylor). He will be deeply missed by his loving family: daughters, Jane Van Vlack (Stephen Hatfield) and Judy Bradley (Larry), grandsons Jonathan Edge, Brian Edge, Donald Bradley (Erica Robbins), Paul Bradley (Hilary Burns), and granddaughter Christine Hatfield (Dan Ethier) and great-granddaughter Michelle Ethier. Paul joined the Bank of Nova Scotia at age 16, in Newcastle, NB, and was a Senior Executive (General Manager of Eastern Ontario) when he retired after a fulfilling career of 30 years. While Manager of Ottawa’s Main Branch and subsequently through his work as a consultant, Paul loved interacting with politicians and diplomats, both on a business level and socially with his wife, Marjorie. Paul had a wonderful sense of humour and positive outlook on life that shone through most everything he did. Paul remained active his whole life. He enjoyed golfing, swimming, and following sports (especially cheering on the Blue Jays and Senators). Throughout his life, he volunteered for charities and for his community, recently serving as Treasurer for the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation. Paul stayed wellinformed about Canadian politics and worldwide current events, and used computer technology daily to keep up to date. He and Trudy travelled extensively and always revelled in the wonderful experiences they shared and people they met abroad. Paul had an enviable memory and could replay with great detail and appropriate embellishment his life’s adventures. He took a genuine interest in people, nurturing and maintaining a great number of relationships and touching many lives. The people who were so special in Paul’s life are too numerous to mention. Paul’s family is eternally grateful to you for your friendship with him. In his memoirs, Paul wrote: “I have truly been blessed with a wonderful life!” Family (including pets) was always most important to Paul. Being a grandfather especially gave him great joy. He was a wonderful support and inspiration to each of his grandsons who have all inherited much of their “Dadda’s” charisma. He will definitely live on through them. At Paul’s request there will be no public service. A private burial will take place at a future date in Picton, beside his beloved Marjorie and Trudy. Donations to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation in his memory would be welcomed. Arrangements entrusted to the

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sUe deMILLe

At the age of 70. Loving wife of Doug DeMille Sr. Dear mother of Debbie and her partner Margie and Doug DeMille Jr. Fondly remembered by her grandchildren Chad, Tyler and Destiny. Survived by her brothers Roger (Leah) DePLANCKE and Carl (Betty) DePLANCKE and her many nieces and nephews. Susan was a strong lady who fought a valiant battle against Parkinson Disease. She is finally at peace. At Sue’s request cremation has taken place. A Graveside Service will be held at the Wellington Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations to Parkinson Canada (Belleville Chapter) would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the AINSWORTH FUNERAL HOME, 288 Noxon Avenue, Wellington. Online donations and condolences at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com

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WAY, Phoebe Elizabeth

Surrounded by her family at West Lake Terrace on Tuesday April 5th, 2016.Â Phoebe Way, formerly of Milford, at the age of 97. Beloved wife of the late Sam, mother of the late Laverne and his wife Kathryn.Â Loved grandma of Blaine and his wife Mary of Milford, Brenda of Milford and the late Karen.Â Cherished greatgrandmother of Katie, Michael, Cody and Cally and great-greatgrandmother of Duke.Â Fondly remembered by Margaret, Sharon, Sheila and Beverly. Mrs. Way is resting at the Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Friday April 8th at 10:30 a.m. Ms. Janelle Shaw officiating. Interment to follow at Cherry Valley Cemetery. If desired, donations to Canadian Diabetes Association or Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Friends may call on Thursday afternoon from 2 until 4 and in the evening from 6 until 8. www.whattamfuneralhome.com

Whattam Funeral Home HELP WANTED

THE CORPORATION OF THE COUNTY OF PRINCE EDWARD JOB OPPORTUNITY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; MUSEUM DATABASE & COLLECTIONS ASSISTANT

The County of Prince Edward is an island community on the shores of Lake Ontario with a proud United Empire Loyalist heritage. Boasting beautiful beaches and a unique rural landscape, the County offers serene country living. Our strong agricultural roots, thriving tourism attractions, renowned regional cuisine, and growing wine industry combine to offer a unique and unmatched quality of life. Our Human Resources Department is currently accepting applications for the contract position of Museum Database & Collections Assistant for a duration of seven (7) months. Reporting directly to the Head Curator, the Museum Database & Collections Assistant will provide database administration and support to the five municipal operated museums. This position will undertake the technical and procedural responsibilities of data and collection management, ensuring the functionality to advance collections information management tasks with the museum system of approximately a 50,000 artifact collection.

Candidates will possess the following qualifications: â&#x20AC;˘ Post-secondary education in Computer and Information Systems or Museum Studies with a minimum of 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge and experience with database management working with digitized collections and incorporating them into database systems â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent organizational skills necessary to meet deadlines and manage a wide range of information with careful attention to detail â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to undertake self-directed tasks and work independently and within a team environment as required â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent communication skills with the ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and good judgment at all times â&#x20AC;˘ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, web applications, and other related databases; experience with Past Perfect preferred â&#x20AC;˘ Valid â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gâ&#x20AC;? driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence â&#x20AC;˘ Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening Check A more detailed job description is accessible on our website. The current rate for this grant approved contract position is $20.00 per hour plus 4% in lieu of vacation. Please direct your application prior to 9:00 am on April 20, 2016 to careers@pecounty.on.ca.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer and support applicants with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. Please email your request or call 613-476-2148 ext. 223. The personal information being collected will be used in accordance with The Municipal Act and The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and shall only be used in the selection of a suitable candidate.

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FRIDAY, APRIL 8TH

Quality Consignment Sale 6:30pm At Koopmans Auction Centre located at 662 County Rd. 12 Picton, 3.5km south west of Bloomfield Ont. See website www.koopmansauctionservices.com Always accepting good clean consignment for upcoming sales. We do onsite sales or purchase estates. Canteen Available. Terms: Cash and Debit For your entire auction needs, call Auctioneer: Gerald Koopmans 613-393-1732

SATURDAY, APRIL 9TH

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Energy Products Driver Foxboro, Ontario

County Farm Centre, a supplier of quality petroleum products and services, is accepting applications for the position of Energy Products Driver at our location in Foxboro, Ontario. Your first goal will be to deliver petroleum products in a safe and efficient manner. Along with this, you will ensure customer goodwill and satisfaction and that delivery of the product is on time and meets customer expectations. You will also be responsible for daily inventory control, sales tickets and for the safe operation and maintenance of the delivery truck. Above all, you represent and promote the company in a competent and professional manner. The position requires an infraction-free DZ Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License. If you are interested in applying, please email your rĂŠsumĂŠ, as well as a current driver and CVRO abstract, in confidence, to: Tim Davey Petroleum Manager tim@countyfarmcentre.com

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13TH

AT 10:00 A.M. AUCTION SALE FOR WEATHERALL ESTATE PLUS INCLUSIONS FROM PRIVATE COLLECTIONS SALE CONDUCTED AT BELLEVILLE AND DISTRICT FISH AND GAME CLUB 170 ELMWOOD DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, ONT - 2 miles EAST of Belleville on Old Highway # 2 and turn NORTH onto Elmwood Drive for Â˝ mile. ARTWORK approx. 100 pieces of original artwork including 2 Manly MacDoanld oil paintings, Graham Norwell watercolour, oil pastel by Chandler, watercolours by H Wilkinson, Pendelton, Lavonia Ruth Stockelbach, Group of Seven signed prints, Audubon prints, Asian pieces, PE Co sketches; ANTIQUE FURNITURE including oak combination curved glass china cabinet with drop front secretary, mahogany washstand, pine chest on drawer, inlay side chairs, carved back rocker, table top glass door display cabinet, COLLECTIBLES Burled butter bowl, samplers, signed stoneware with blue, several oil lamps including Bulls Eye, Peanut, Aladdin, Maple Leaf font, finger lamps; Sterling silver tea service, carpet balls, coverlets, wooden shaft golf clubs, Doulton figurines, antique musket, Moorcroft pieces, Royal Doulton, Cranberry pickle cruet, mantle clock, toilet set pieces, spongeware, hand painted china, vintage cameras, tin photos, signed Sinatra sketch, tin toys, numerous other articles. VIEWING 8 AM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SALE TIME â&#x20AC;&#x201C; DAY OF SALE NO RESERVES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; NO BUYERS PREMIUM 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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MONDAY, APRIL 11TH, 2016 - 1:00 P.M.

ANTIQUE, MODERN & COLLECTABLE AUCTION SALE AT THE NAPANEE LIONS HALL From the home of Connie and the late Don Potts of Belleville. FEATURING: a blanket box, open wash stand, bottom of a cupboard complete with mouse hole & mouse; hall tree bench; flat-to-wall cupboard; wall coat hat rack; Victorian sideboard; butter bowl; oil lamps; horse bells; cast iron pieces; cigarette cards; old linen; 2 Moorcroft pieces; blue cheese dome; chest of silver flatware; a selection of oils & prints plus art supplies as this lady is an artist. OTHER: freezer; patio set; leaf blower; wheel barrow; garden tools. This is a nice clean interesting sale. Partial listing. NO BUYERS PREMIUM, VIEWING 12 noon Terms: Cash, Interac, Visa, MasterCard only. Canteen Available NEIL LAMBERT, AUCTIONEER Napanee 613-354-3406 e-mail Sally1@KOS.net For pictures, please go to www.lambertauctions.ca

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13TH

AT 5:00 P.M. AUCTION SALE AT DOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE Danby apt. size fridge, set of 5 dining chairs, walnut fold down secretary, bow front china cabinet/ leaded glass top door, curio cabinet, tile top patio table/ 2 matching swivel chairs, ottoman, electric fireplace, sofa bed, queen size bed with Serta pillow top mattress (in like new condition), rocker recliner, swivel chair, Panasonic 50” flat screen TV/ remote, large pine adjustable shelf book case, magazine rack, 2 tall book shelves, hall tables, end tables, floor & table lamps, floor lantern, small stool, framed prints, glass & china, cups & saucers, Wade pieces, sterling silver, gold jewelry, Belleek, Waterford crystal, small kitchen appliances, linens & bedding , printer & other household smalls. Canadiana 12 H.P. 39 inch cut riding mower (very good), craftsman upright portable air compressor, Mastercraft air compressor, several bicycles, garden & shop tools and numerous other pieces. Watch the web site for detailed list & photos. DOUG JARRELL AUCTIONS 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com

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Quality Consignment Sale 6:30pm Viewing 5:00pm at Koopmans Auction Centre located at 662 County Rd. 12 Picton, 3.5km south west of Bloomfield Ont. Antique collectibles, wooden airplane propellers, stone crocks, Oriental hanging lamp, mantel clocks, agget pieces, model ships and cars, oil lamps, Huttl trumpet made in west Germany, wooden butter bowls, Royal Doulton dishes(Kingswood pattern), Yamaha electronic organ and stand, fern stand, Antique pie shelf, Antique record holder, oak secretary desk, Antique buffet, corner display cabinet, wash stands, display cabinets, table and chairs, wicker furniture, bedroom furniture, Diving equipment, steamer trunk, post cereal hockey marble (Henri Richard), collection of porcelain cats, Antique train track, coin collection Prime Ministers of Canada 18671970 Royal Doulton figure mugs, occasional tables, Royal Lealy gold plated flatware, Pride battery powered scooter, walker with seat and much more from this Bloomfield Estate. See website www.koopmansauctionservices.com Always accepting good clean consignment for upcoming sales. We do onsite sales or purchase estates. Canteen Available. Terms: Cash and Debit For your entire auction needs, call Auctioneer: Gerald Koopmans 613-393-1732

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Pirate ship to sail under new banner in 2016-2017

Burnie also expected to skate in OHL

Junior C club throws rat logo overboard after six seasons

With Popovich to have an inside track one of the two Storm goaltender positions and Olivier Lafreniere all but guaranteed a spot on the Ottawa 67's roster this fall, the netminding cupboard at the DukeDome is once again empty and Wellington will be looking hard for netminding help immediately. “We are used to being in this position but it doesn't make it any easier,” Abrams added. “We hope to have a

successful run, winning Empire B Junior C league championships in the 20102011, 2012-2013, and 20132014 seasons, along with a Clarence Schmalz Cup as OHA Junior C champions in 2013. Bull said the club is hoping the new look strikes a chord with Pirates fans. “We hope the fans and community enjoy the logo as much as we do and we will have some new jerseys for sale on Canada Day,” he said.

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The Picton Pirates will have a brand new look next season. The club unveiled a new logo for the 2016-2017 campaign on Monday evening marking the first change in six seasons. Replacing the familiar rat crest that has been splayed across the chest of Picton players since the 2009-2010 season, the new logo brings back the traditional pirate look with a bearded buccaneer gnashing teeth above large block lettering. Picton Pirates general manager Adam Bull said the club officials agreed it was time for a fresh look. “We felt it was time for a change,” he said. “It was always mixed feelings with the fan base on the rat — some liked it, some didn't understand it.” Bull said it's an exciting new look for the team, which is looking to build on a solid second half that saw the Pirates claw their way to within two points of playoff spot in February. “Pretty much the whole logo is exciting,” Bull said. “It's a modern looking logo with some aggressiveness.” That aggressiveness is something that was enticing when discussing bringing in a new logo, Bull said. “We felt it was time to get back to the more traditional pirate logo, but with a more aggressive feel,” he said. “There is only so many times you can be asked the question 'why is your name the pirates but your logo is a rat?'” The logo has only changed a handful of times since the Pirates came into existence back in 1989. Some tweaks to

GOALIE, from page 18

goalie sign by June 1.” With Popovich moving up the ranks in junior hockey, that means both 16 year olds that plied their trade with the Wellington club will make the jump to Canada's best development league next season. Freshman pivot Tyler Burnie signed with the Kingston Frontenacs in midDecember this past year and earned a two-game call-up with the 2015-2016 East Division champs, potting a goal in his second OHL game.

NEW LOOK The Picton Pirates unveiled a new logo on Monday evening, replacing the look they’ve sported since the 2009-2010 season. Picton general manager Adam Bull said the club is excited with the new, more aggressive looking logo. (Submitted photo)

the crest included a parrot, while things were kept fresh with various colour scheme changes taking the team from blue and white, to red, white, and blue, to the more recent red, black and white. The biggest change to the logo came back in 2007 when the club incorporated the

commonly shortened “Rats” moniker into the logo with a patch-eyed rodent gripping a stick. In 2009 the Pirates slightly altered the logo on their sweater, leaving the rat to stand alone without the team name attached. That logo became synonymous with the team's most

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Local leagues wrap up hockey season in exciting fashion Saturday in Wellington Association hands out individual awards for dedicated volunteers, participants in program JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

COACH OF THE YEAR Prince Edward County Minor Hockey Association executive Steve Payne presents Novice coach Nathan Banfield with the 2015-16 Local League Coach of the Year award on Saturday morning . (Submitted photo)

All the thrills and drama that normally accompany a yearend hockey championship were plainly evident on Saturday at the Essroc Arena. But smiling faces were also easy to see on the Prince Edward County Minor Hockey Association (PECMHA) Local League Championship Saturday. The local minor hockey association held its culmination event this weekend and PECMHA president Darren Marshall remarked that the 2015-2016 house league hockey season had been a great one.

For the third season in a row, PECMHA took part in a pilot project that sees county teams participate in a regional league that includes clubs from Stirling, Quinte West and Napanee. This season, the local league project also included a round-robin playoff series in February and March to determine a regional champion. “It went really well and it afforded our local players opportunities to play road games in other centres and against players they might not normally play against,” Marshall told the Gazette Tuesday. With just two teams in each of the novice, atom, peewee,

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and bantam ranks, playing the same team week after week could be filed boring. “Our next step is to formalize it with the Ontario Minor Hockey Association and move it from the project phase and we hope to do that soon,” Marshall added. Just a decade ago there were often four teams for each age group in the PECMHA house league program but numbers of young hockey players have dwindled significantly locally and that's part of a national trend. Marshall isn't alarmed by the number of registered minor hockey players but admits there are challenges locally that are different than other centres. “We now have a basketball program in the county so there are other winter athletic pursuits, but you look at the demographics of Prince Edward County and there aren't a lot of families moving here. Plus, it's a very expensive place to live,” Marshall said. “But the registration is fine and as long as we have the local league, we could ice one team per division and still have teams to play.” On the ice in the novice ranks, Long Reach Towels picked up a 5-1 win over Prinzen Ford.

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Jake Zielski and Lincoln Brown each had a pair for Long Reach while Kate Cowan added a single. In atom action, Jackson Gordon's game- tying goal with just 1:25 left set the stage for a dramatic finish between his Lavender Bros. Construction club and Lakeshore Farms. With no one bulging the twine in overtime, the contest went to a shootout where Quinn Fisher potted the winner in the third round for the Farmers. In peewee play, Alexa Guerrera's point shot near the end of the second period tied the proceedings at 1-1 but her Scotiabank side couldn't find the net again as the Kinsmen Club of Picton took the contest 3-1. Riley Symons was solid in the Kinsmen net, picking up the win. In the bantam ranks, Scotiabank got past Sobey's 3-1 and Electrolab Safestart was the midget champion. After each game, the association presented a number of awards to honour significant achievement and dedication as well as awards for the most improved player (MIP), most sportsmanlike player (MSP) and most dedicated player (MDP) on each team. The Devin Dulmage Memorial Award to recognize the most promising Timbit player went to Trent Bucknell while the Gwen Eaton Memorial Award for the player showing the most dedication, sportsmanship and ambassadorship at the Tyke level went to Lane Kempers. Prinzen Ford skipper Nathan Banfield was the local league coach of the year while Wade Purchase took home the Elijah Cole Memorial Award for the player showing a love for the game of hockey and bringing fun and enjoyment to teammates.

See HOCKEY, page 25

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Police share suspect profiles ASSAULT, from page 1

He wore a bracelet on one of his wrists. The suspects were in a blue Ford four-door sedan with an Ontario licence plate with the partial marker J and the numbers five and eight. The car had a dark colour or black stuffed bear in the rear window on the driver's side and the vehicle had a louder than normal exhaust. The vehicle was also noted as having all-black wheels, similar to the rims that are used for snow tires. Police are asking if anyone has information about this crime that they contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122"1-888310-1122 or the detachment office at 613-476-2151.

Most sportsmanlike, dedicated, and improved players recognized HOCKEY, from page 24

The individual awards are as follows: n Timbit: Ryker Wood Mason Lloyd (MDP), Noah Blower, Porter Hymus,(MSP) Gilbert Graham, Thomas Johnston (MIP) n Long Reach Towels Novice: Alex Lavender (MDP), Cole Terpstra (MSP), Lucas Hicks (MIP). n Prinzen Ford Novice: Hunter Sinclair (MDP), Holly Denard (MSP), Clayton Taylor (MIP). n Lakeshore Farms Atom: Ethan Stasko (MDP), Jayden Lloyd (MSP), Alex Korchuk (MIP). n Lavender Bros. Construction Atom: Jaxon Gordon (MDP), Tyler Mowbray

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ton Taylor, Lucas Hicks and Cole Terpstra were all recognized for their outstanding seasons on Saturday.(Submitted photo) (MSP), Jerica Jolley (MIP). n Kinsmen Peewee: Trevor Jardine (MDP), Jacob Mulville (MSP), Jeffery Snider (MIP).

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This all-season, private retreat is nestled among mature trees and exquisite perennial gardens on the shores of Long Reach. Totally renovated in 2010 by Elliott Sage, this spacious, bright, fourbedroom, custom-designed home takes full advantage of the scenic waterfront, with a railway launch for your motorboat and large dock to provide you and your guests easy access to all the fun waterfront living has to offer. The expansive decks surrounding the home provide ample space to entertain al fresco or to just sit back and enjoy the view. This property offers two full levels of generous living space ideal for your family and for entertaining indoors. This property provides the easiest access to a quiet, secluded, no-traffic zone as it is located off a main road on a private, well-maintained, all-season lane shared with only six other properties. $690,000 MLS 550430140

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VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON Build your home on this lot. Mixed subdivision in area of nice homes. Lot is 49.5 ft x 121 ft with all municipal services available. Asking $74,000. MLS QR21507174 GEORGE REID, Broker 613-399-2134 quinteisle.com

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On the edge of Picton sporting a large lot and beautiful gardens, this 3 bedroom 2 bath split level brick & aluminum home boasts central air, gleaming hardwood floors, new windows and a great open concept kitchen/dining/living room. Beautiful decor and well maintained. Just move in your things and away you go! $269,900 MLS QR21503354 Call MARK GARDINER, Sales Rep Office: 613-476-2700 Cell:613-391-5588 mbgardiner@yahoo.com

BLOOMFIELD Located across from public parking in the midst of trendy shops and eateries. Well maintained building with commercial space on main floor and living quarters on upper level. Former restaurant, deli and artisan bakery but would suit many commercial or retail uses. $385,000 MLS 550490241

CHRISTINE & COLIN HENDEN, Broker & Sales Rep Tel: 613-922-2251 PeCountyProperties.com colinhenden@remax.net

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Custom built home to be built by Hickory Homes Ltd. on a Bloomfield lot with just under a half acre, natural gas and municipal water. Perfect for a young family wanting Pinecrest School District, or retirees interested in main floor living. Home is to be built with three bedrooms, and two bathrooms (one being the ensuite to the master bedroom). Current design pricing allows for hardwood flooring in the main living areas, carpet in the bedrooms, tile in the foyer and bathrooms, attached two car garage and unfinished basement with roughedin bath. Build your dream home with your finishes and colours. Tarion Warranty. Please see attached Builder`s Spec Sheets for more detailed information. $342,000 MLS QR161560

Call MARY JANE MILLS, Broker 613-476-7400 613-921-0028 mjmills@hwrealty.ca hwrealty.ca

BRIGHT, BEAUTIFUL, PRIVATE. Custom built 2008, ready for you to move in! Elegant interior. 4 acres with woods, pond, stream. MLS 550440188

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WWW.27LAKESTEET.COM A charming Picton home with numerous upgrades on a lovely premium lot. Spacious living room with pine floors, large kitchen with built-in dishwasher and bright & sunny eating area surrounded by windows. 2 Bedrooms, 4 pce bathroom, main floor laundry, dual heating system, 1 & 1/2 car garage, big storage shed plus private patio area. Close to amenities. $199,900 MLS 550660027

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3541 CTY RD 1 Lovely large lot to build your dream home with trees and entrance way. Central location with lots of road frontage and great drilled well. $89,900 MLS®55035055 E Elizabeth lizabeth Crombie* Crombie* Tracey Tracey Dickson* Dickson* Suzanne Suzanne White* White* Saless R Representative epresentative **Sales

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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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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*

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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Milford Millpond Views! Appealing 1-acre building lot features gently rolling terrain and stunning bucolic views. Enjoy village life with a great country feel! Certainly one of the prettiest lots currently available, this one will have you dreaming of your new home in The County! $45,000 MLS QR21506877 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* www.monicaklingenberg.com

Prinyers Cove building lot upon which to build your new waterfront home. Steps to the water allow for swimming, fishing, boating, kayaking and canoeing. Level, nicely treed lot in a fantastic location. Set in a rural community with lovely homes on either side and mature trees for privacy. A mooring for your boat is in place. $141,900 MLS 550960332 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 710 square foot unit offers one bedroom which is 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. $221,000 MLS QR161441 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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**

Residential - Development opportunity in downtown Picton, on the `town hill`, with views over the Picton Bay. Walking distance to all amenities, restaurants and shopping This is an ideal location for a retail/condo development, or bring your vision! Full town services to the lots and zoning is core commercial - very flexible. $239,000 MLS 550690036D Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

Live/work balance! Located enroute to Sandbanks Provincial Park, this established convenience store and gas-bar features gas bars, product display areas, a kitchen and exterior serving windows. Sale includes an adjacent mobile home on a separate lot. Store has anti-theft and fire systems. Such a desirable location - serving campers headed to the beach or park, as well as year-round locals who require gas and grocery items. Get out of the city and into a way of life that allows you to meet people and provides a valuable service to the community. $265,900 MLS 550510437 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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**

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 magnificent Art Deco style building. This 990 sq.ft unit offers two bedrooms which are tucked away from the open concept kitchen/dining/living rooms. 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 a common room and exercise room in the adjacent condominium building. $308,000 MLS QR161444 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

Historic 1876 brick Victorian home in the heart of Milford - offering 6+bedrooms in a traditional centre hall plan, lovely double door foyer, craftsman mouldings and some original light fixtures - plus the Milford Emporium (original two-story `Frontier Style` General store) to run your own business! Zoning allows for retail, antique shop, small cafe or restaurant in the emporium plus the residence, which currently operates as a seasonal B&B. Lovely Perennial gardens. Some hard work and imagination will bring this Milford Beauty to life. $327,000 MLS 550890098 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault*

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*

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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 550420384 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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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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South facing waterfront home with level waterfront. Maintenance free and has been upgraded in almost every way. Lovely spacious lot on a quiet lane with apple and pear trees. Vaulted ceiling in living room, newer kitchen and enclosed sunroom. Enjoy this summer on your deck, swimming and boating from the dock. Easy access to Trenton, Belleville and the 401. $357,000 MLS 550110089 Gail Forcht**

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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*

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Nestled in a private, park-like 6-acre setting, this immaculate home is bright and cozy. Imagine snuggling up to a roaring fire in winter by one of the two wood-burning fireplaces. In summer, the lower level bedrooms are cool and inviting, with abovegrade windows which pour sunlight into the spacious rooms in the daytime. A gorgeous master bath ensuite has corner shower with glass doors. Newer roof, windows, and heating/cooling systems. In addition to a 2.5 car garage, there is a lower level workshop accessed from the house that includes a door that will accommodate a car. There is even a small horse barn with hydro and water. Only ten minutes to Picton and close to the beauty of Black Creek, this home is move-in ready and offers incredible value! $359,000 MLS 550880106 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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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-

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Ultimate Privacy, Pristine Waterfront and Endless View for miles over Prince Edward Bay! Over 40 Acres and 400+ feet of waterfront make this recreational property like no where else in Prince Edward County! Endless possibilities under the RU-2 zoning. In a neighbourhood of premium properties in South Marysburgh. $389,000 MLS 550890215 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader* www.robandkate.com

Lori Slik

Sales Representative

Kate Vader

Sales Representative

Jim Wait

Sales Representative

Shannon Warr-Hunter Broker

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2 FRONT STREET, UNIT 502, BELLEVILLE " The Anchorage" luxury condo living at its best on The Bay of Quinte. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, walk in shower ensuite, laminate floors, freshly painted, porcelain backsplash in kitchen. Quick possession.

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69 MAPLEHURST CRESENT, WELLINGTON This upgraded two bedroom and den bungalow offers the space and extras you need to transition or down size into comfortable living.The master overlooks the golf course, includes tiled ensuite plus walk in closet, free standing gas stove in great room, family size kitchen and large east deck for view of wildlife and golf course. Offered at $344,750 with spring possession.

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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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In the heart of Picton, ‘The Condos on King`, will be a magnificent Arts & Craft style building retrofit. Two bedrooms, two baths with open-concept kitchen and dining are perfect for entertaining. A spacious living room with large terrace. Luxurious features, tall ceilings, bright windows and tasteful decor throughout. Buyers have opportunity to select their own finishes. Over 1600 sq.ft. of gracious living including 160 sq.ft. terrace and sunny solarium. Includes access to common room, exercise room and locker. $465,000 MLS QR160890 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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An incredible opportunity to own four unique properties situated on one parcel of land overlooking Picton Bay. This could well serve as a fabulous investment for rental property or simply to own some of the County`s best waterfront. The 155 feet of shoreline allows for boating, fishing and swimming with access to the dock and boat-house. The main house includes an in-law suite, each offering two bedrooms. Two other residences adorn the property - one with two bedrooms, the other with one. An additional garage/Bunkie completes this offering. These are four-season homes with year-round rental potential. An absolutely rare find! $899,000 550720071 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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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**

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Residential - Development opportunity in downtown Picton, on the `town hill`, with views over the Picton Bay. Walking distance to all amenities, restaurants and shopping. This is an ideal location for a retail/condo development, or bring your vision! Full town services to the lots and zoning is Core Commercial-very flexible. $499,000 MLS 550690036 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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Your own, all-inclusive resort minutes from Belleville! Seven remarkably quiet acres with mature trees, sprawling lawns, and exquisite landscaping! Add a pool and watch the sailboats drift by on the Bay of Quinte! Sophisticated stone executive home features three levels of wonderful family space including 4+1 bedrooms, a main floor den and family room, and expansive games areas. Triple garage, too! Early possession is possible. $1,050,000 MLS QR21506294 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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Located along the pristine shoreline of Long Point Road with over 450 feet of Waterfront and sprawling 4 acres this exceptional offering commands spectacular northerly views of Prince Edward Bay! Endless possibilities to make your dream come true in the growing region of Prince Edward County. An ideal recreational sanctuary from a fast-paced urban lifestyle this property is a hidden gem with partial footprints of infrastructure in place. Mixture of trees and bushes, open spaces and flat rock beach will have you feeling right at ease with nature. A must see and not to be overlooked! $425,000 MLS 550910161 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

This classic two-storey brick home has been grandstanding on Main Street Bloomfield since 1867. The original part of the home features a large living room and adjoining dining room. The kitchen has a walkout to a lovely deck. A family room with separate entrance boasts a lovely natural gas fireplace. The newer main floor master bedroom suite has a full bath and a deck for enjoying a private coffee in the morning. There is an unfinished attic space that would be an amazing child’s playroom! This property backs onto parkland and gives a rural feel while being in the heart of this boutique village. Currently operating as a B&B, many contents are available to enable a turnkey purchase. $465,000 MLS 550490022 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**

STONE RIDGE ESTATE combines elegance, luxury, top-level amenities, and a welcoming environment for private and agri-tourism aspirations. Every inch has been thoughtfully designed and meticulously cared for, built with quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. The caliber extends to an eye-catching secondary building, adaptable to diverse lifestyle needs and ventures - what a memorable destination point this would be at the core of Prince Edward County's Wine country! $1,249,000 MLS 550580074 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

Elegant and welcoming, the Merrill Inn has on several occasions been named one of the top 25 small hotels in Canada - and no wonder! Impeccably-updated and meticulously-maintained, its thirteen rooms offer private ensuite baths, and its fiftyseat restaurant and patio is one of the County`s busiest. Classic 1878 Victorian on 1.07 acres with parking for 24 cars. Substantial upgrades and renovations since 2002. Beautiful reception areas and exquisite detail throughout. Situated among other impressive historical buildings on Picton`s Main Street. Impressive financials available with signed confidentiality agreement. Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! $2,600,000 MLS QR21500909 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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CLEAN WATERFRONT 4.5 ACRES $179,900 Fronting on Adolphus Reach, this property offers 153 ft of waterfront and 4.5 acres of privacy. MLS®550860119

SALMON POINT - QUINTE ISLE $189,900 Enjoy the beauty of this adult lifestyle in 1000 acre park in a lovely wooded private section of Quinte Isle Campark. A nice walk to Lake Ontario and all the facilities. MLS®QR21507454

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TRADITIONAL FARM HOME $499,900 Victorian 100+ year old brick beauty with extraordinary architectural details and exceptionally delightful and generous space. Sunset views overlooking East Lake and minutes to Sandbanks beaches. MLS®550780139

INVEST IN HISTORY $599,000 Grand 1854 home currently operating as B&B. 4 bedroom 4 bath home has old world charm with romantic library, curving staircase and 3 fireplaces. MLS®550490158

NATURE'S BEST $179,900 Build your designer home on this natural marshland waterfront overlooking Muscote Bay. 9.6 acres, seasonal creek. Great fishing! MLS®550090274

CLOSE TO LOYALIST COLLEGE $289,900 Located in a neighbourhood that is really sought after this 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home has its own private spaces. Completely renovated this stylish bungalow is move in ready! MLS®QR21507103

SHEBA`S ISLAND $242,000 A choice lot at the east end of Sheba`s Island. A beautiful view with a channel to West Lake and the Sandbanks. An architect`s delight. Among lovely homes. MLS®QR21405733

ADOLPHUS REACH $474,900 The view of Long Reach and Adolphus Reach is spectacular from this 3,000 sq. ft. of living space waterfront bungalow located on over 2 acres on the high shore. MLS®QR21507464

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Well maintained year round residence on Prince Edward Bay. Same owners for 29 years. 187 ft. shoreline with excellent swimming and fishing! An additional 65 ft shared shoreline with two neighbours. Very private in an area of exceptional homes. Good value here. $379,000 MLS QR21507418

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“With our apologies, Treat Hull & Associates doesn’t take listings.” Treat Hull & Associates is a new real estate brokerage with a difference: we don’t take listings and we serve only buyers. Representing both buyer and seller on the same deal is legal in Ontario but “you can’t serve two masters at the same time”.

Main house & six cottages operating as Vagabond Cove Cottage Resort. Many recent updates to cottages and main house. 500 ft. of pristine shoreline on Smith`s Bay. Regular clientele. Very well maintained, owner retiring! $889,000 MLS 550880327

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By representing only buyers, I provide unbiased advice in your best interests without compromise or qualification. Call me at 613-503-0027 or email treat@treathull.ca if you, your family or friends are considering buying the County.

Beautiful modern open concept bungalow. Situated on the outskirts of Picton on nicely treed country lot. 2 bdrms on the main floor with a 3rd on the lower level. Huge living space upstairs and down. Tastefully decorated with top quality finishings. Surround sound wired in upstairs. Expansive outdoor deck with hot tub. Quality appliances are included. If you are looking for a wow factor, this is it! $469,000 MLS 550560227

Beautiful lot approx. 4.6 acres. Waterfront lot McKenzie Lane. Can be sold as a package of 3 lots for $499,000. Total of 14.375 acres. Smith`s Bay access. $229,000 & $269,000 MLS 550880282

Very nice level building lot on the outskirts of Picton. Recently severed, new well. Excellent garden soil. Cleared and ready to build. Many fine homes in the area. $95,000 & $119,000 MLS 550600307

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Newer Colorado bungalow situated on 10.3 acres, 5 minutes to Picton. A piece of paradise! 9` ceilings with vaulted in living room. Open concept hardwood and ceramic throughout! Double car garage insulated and drywalled. Two large bedrooms with ensuite on the main level. Large oversized windows throughout. This home is a pleasure to show. 10 x 10 deck off the dining area. Central air. $359,000 MLS 550880433

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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

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

4 Maitland St $205,000 MLS 550730094

ADOLPHUS REACH - 8.5 secluded acres, 1,300 ft. of shorefront, upscale 3-bedroom cottage and ideal building location for a new home. 10 mins.to Picton & Hwy. 401. $349,000 MLS QR21500662

1 Lake Street, 304 Main Street, PICTON, ON WELLINGTON,ON 613.476.5900 613.399.5900 or Toll Free 1.855.330.5900 Toll Free 1.888.217.0166 A donation is made to the Picton hospital from every sale!

NEW LISTING

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

50 Belleville St, WELLINGTON $259,000 MLS 550320074

PICTON – Fully tenanted. 2 x 2 bedrooms & 1 x 1 bedroom units. Natural gas furnace. Large backyard with storage building. $175,000 MLS QR21506396

HALLOWAY ROAD - Convenient to Belleville. 1/2 acre property with 2-bedroom bungalow, featuring open concept kitchen and living room, large family room and finished sunroom. $138,900 MLS QR21507353

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

149 Cty Rd 8 $139,000 MLS 550740074

50 Hilltop Rd $1,100,000 MLS 550790214

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

BLOOMFIELD - Spacious 2-storey with 3rd storey loft ready to be finished for even more living space. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, main floor laundry, eat-in kitchen, living & dining room. $299,900 MLS QR21507536

CENTRAL LOCATION - Move in ready! South-facing, spacious home offers over 2,500 sq. ft. Of tastefullyfinished living space on two levels. Commuting distance from Picton, Belleville or Trenton. $325,000 MLS 550360210

Older 1 ½ storey home in well established & growing neighbourhood in Picton. Close to catholic/public schools, churches, shopping etc. Great spot for a small family or couple, ready for you to complete to your taste! $320,000 MLS 550730091

1002 Ridge Rd $399,900 MLS QR21507304

SANDBANKS SUMMER VILLAGE - Lovely, upscale cottage situated in 80-acre resort offering lots of recreational opportunities. Sleeps 6, open-concept kitchen/living plus spacious sunroom. $189,000 MLS 558100056

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

116 Richardson Rd $100,000 MLS 550430129

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. $699,000 MLS 550620103

WOODS LANE - 2.5 acres. 15 mins.to Belleville. 2 levels of finished living space, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Detached 800 s/f garage/workshop. $249,000 MLS QR21506559

BLOOMFIELD - Main Street location across from public parking in the midst of trendy shops & eateries. Commercial on main floor & living quarters on upper level. $385,000 MLS 550490241

HOMEFINDER

Lovely custom built 3 bedroom, 3 bath home with open concept, finished basement and large attached garage. $426,000

Feature HELMERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BUILDING

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Renovations, Additions Soffit, Fascia, Siding ERIC HELMER 613-476-4945

476-7893

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Gorgeous Glenora Rd. waterfront home! Spacious living and amazing views, with 5 bedrooms plus 1 bedroom inlaw suite. $729,000

Beautiful brick bungalow just outside of town. 3 BRs, 2 baths and lots of space! Country living minutes to town! $353,000

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Plan No. SHSW002749

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This home puts space where you really want it: the kitchen, the living room, and the master suite. A generous island gives you plenty ofcounter space in the kitchen. The master suite boasts a big walk-in closet, a large tub, an oversize shower, and access to the extensive out-door living spaces, which include a screened porch and a sundeck. Two more bedrooms (one with an impressive closet) share a full bath anddesk nook upstairs. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss the cozy wood stove in the living room. First Floor: 1,108 sq. ft. Second Floor: 560 sq. ft. Total: 1,668 sq. ft. For more details on this plan, visit www.selectfloorplans.ca/dfl and enter the plan number above. Use advanced search features to browse thousands of other home designs, including bungalow, two-storey, multi-level, and cottage country homes. Order blueprints online or call 1-800-6636739 for more information on how to order and modify plans.

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HUGH JACKSON Broker 613-476-5026

HOMEFINDER

The Picton Gazette REAL ESTATE LTD., BROKERAGE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED

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Waterfront Bungalow!

VACANT LAND

WATERFRONT

64+ acres of mature woods, open areas, 2 seasonal creeks, a pond, dug well and fruit trees. Short drive to Sandbanks! $138,000 MLS QR21503827

1633 NORTH BIG ISLAND ROAD Beautifully landscaped waterfront home on the Bay of Quinte! $399,900 MLS 550410192

33 Lake Street, Picton

10 Washburn Street, Picton

102 Main Street Picton, ON K0K 2T0

613-476-2100

South East of 934 Black Rd - Lot B

Wellington Condominium

SOUTH EAST OF 934 BLACK ROAD

37 LAKEBREEZE COURT UNIT #4B

ERIN FORESTELL Sales Rep 613-827-4456

STEVE KOZMANUK Sales Rep 613-967-7216

KARI KOZMANUK Sales Rep 613-921-7951

NEW

Beautiful 12.5 ac lot with mature trees, a stream, Open concept Wellington Condo on quiet culde-sac, walking distance to all amenities. 2 acres for building. Dug and blasted well

$78,000 MLS QR21504191

$149,900 MLS 558060004

3 & 5 York Street, Picton

North Marysburgh Court

NEW

BRICK BUNGALOW EXCELLENT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! MAKE YOUR INVESTMENT WORK FOR YOU! BUILDING LOT Well appointed with attached garage. Lots Two residential units plus a separate newly Century old row house, two separate three Premium frontage with a lovely cul-de-sac of extra space in the developed lower level. renovated office/retail space. Explore the bedroom units, large yard. Live in one side and location. Water access nearby $329,900 MLS 550660047 $36,000 MLS QR21507556 possibilities! $244,900 MLS 550620128 rent out the other. $159,900 MLS 550680192

18 Elm Street

58 Smith Road

49 Factory Lane West

38 Mitchells Crossroad

NEW

ERNIE MACMILLAN Sales Rep 613-476-2100

REDUCED CENTURY HOME North end of Picton. 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath 2 storey home. $219,500 MLS 550600085

PERFECT COUNTRY SETTING One-of-a-kind country ranch bungalow just 10 min north of Belleville. $374,900 MLS 405280080

VARIETY OF ZONINGS 6 ac, almost 600 ft. of waterfront, 23,000 sq ft 17 ft high ceiling Industrial buildings. $1,550,000 MLS QR21507690

SPACIOUS COUNTRY LIVING Very private location, 8 minutes to Picton. Move in ready with recent updates. $262,000 MLS 550880074

4805 County Road 8

442 Main Street Wellington

287 County Road 10

93 Crowes Road

GARY MORDEN Broker 613-885-2304 NEW NEW

NEW COUNTY RETREAT

BEAUTIFUL FAMILY HOME

$99,900 MLS 550960409

$459,000 MLS 550270122

GREAT BUILDING LOT Close to the thriving town of Picton. Subject to severance of lot. $89,900 MLS QR21507606

18 Morgan Road, Bloomfield

59 Sandbanks Court, Wellington

550 Mitchells Crossroad

299 Cold Creek Road

'THE RIDGEVIEW' To be built just for you on a 10 acre lot. Other models available. $367,900 MLS QR21507463

VACANT LAND Property has lots of opportunity and is surrounded by many county wineries. $249,900 MLS 550250328

Located near Waupoos Cider Company, Prinyer’s Great view of Lake Ontario, south facing. Located just west of downtown Wellington. Cove & down the road from Waupoos Marina.

KEVIN YOUNG Sales Rep 613-476-2100

GREAT COUNTRY LOCATION Minutes from Picton and from the Sandbanks. 2+ bedroom house on 1.2 acres. $139,000 MLS 550830078

Open House Sunday 1-3pm

ERIN LACHANCE Sales Rep 613-668-3386

JASON YOUNG Sales Rep 613-476-2100

18 MORGAN ROAD, PEC $100,000 in upgrades and renovations, country setting on 5 acres. $269,000 MLS QR21505757

BILL RORABECK Broker 613-476-2100

ELSIE WIERSMA Sales Rep 613-848-4810

Tastefully decorated, professionally painted open floor plan bungalow in Wellington On The Lake Community. $132,000 MLS QR160242

STEVE SENSENSTEIN Sales Rep 613-885-1307

PAT BENSON MOORE Sales Rep 613-849-8501

CAROL BROUGH Sales Rep 613-476-2100

PAUL GENTILE Broker 613-476-2100

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BILL GOODMAN Sales Rep 613-813-4573