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The Picton Gazette THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

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Emmanuel Baptist Church in Bloomfield offered a live retelling of the Christmas story under clear and cold skies Saturday evening as part of A County Christmas. The illuminated walk-through featured live donkeys, sheep, goats and other animals. After experiencing the interactive event, those attending were invited inside the sanctuary to warm up with Christmas goodies, songs and hot chocolate. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

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First draft of 2014 budget calls for levy increase Hepburn says County staff tried to maintain status quo service levels despite external pressures Chad Ibbotson

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As council began annual financial discussions early this week, the municipality's director of finance gave a high-level overview of the first draft of a budget that outlined difficulties with increasing costs and decreasing financial support from upper level governments. On Monday staff presented the first draft of the 2014 budget to council where director of finance James Hepburn outlined some key aspects of the document. “The major theme of this budget is it's a continuation of the sustainability initiatives that we started with the 2012 budget and continued in the 2013 budget,” Hepburn said. While budget discussions will continue throughout the week, the draft budget featured operating expenditures of about $44.7 million and capital expenditures of $9.6 million requiring a municipal tax levy of about $28.3. The levy would represent a 3.4 per cent increase –

gives councillors a rundown on departmental budgets during budget deliberations on Tuesday. Budget discussions continue throughout this week. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

about $922,248. Staff estimated taxes from assessment growth of $299,000 could bring that number to a little over $600,000 or an increase of 2.21 per cent. Capital projects highlighted in the presentation included $3.6 million for the design and construction of a four-bay fire hall in Consecon and approximately $1.14 million for

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rehabilitation of Picton Main Street from Chapel Street to Bridge Street. The capital portion would be funded through the capital sustainability reserve which had been built up in previous years. The draft also included a $375,000 increase in the operating budget that would be allocated to reserves in 2014 for roads construction in order to

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maintain the amount raised for capital renewal. The total transfer to reserves for roads construction was set at $1,375,000, but council voted to add an additional $1 million to go towards roads construction in 2014. Total funding for capital renewal in the draft 2014 operating budget was set at $3.4 million. The majority of the levy

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– about 31.9 per cent or approximately $9.2 million – would be allocated for transportation services, which items such as maintenance and winter control costs, engineering, development and works office expenditures, and pit and quarry costs. The next highest portion of the levy – at 24.6 per cent or $7.07 million – would be protection services costs which includes fire, police, and bylaw enforcement services. “This budget is a status quo budget, meaning we have maintained service levels for the most part,” Hepburn said. “Staff was instructed to come back with a status quo budget as they have in the past couple of years and have been quite successful in doing that.” With that said, Hepburn said there are some substantial challenges in the budget. He said one of the key problems facing the municipality moving forward are capital renewal costs and infrastructure deficit.

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

Black River Cheese supports food bank through sample donations Visitors hand over $760 for tastings to help feed county residents in need adam bramburGer

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Members of the Black River Cheese collective have spent over a decade concerning themselves with producing quality food. For the past three months, they’ve extended their mandate beyond just producing the best cheese they could to the broader issue of feeding people. “We;re in the food business and one of my priorities as general manager is that I want to donate to the food bank,” said Doug Peters, who took the helm at Black River earlier this

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year. For the past three months, Black River Cheese has put out a donation jar beside its offerings of sample cheeses in hopes that food lovers visiting the factory would give a little to those who don’t have much to eat. “Any time anyone takes a sample, they can donate directly to the food bank,” Peters said. Thus far, the efforts have yielded $760 for the Picton United Church County Food Bank and retail supervisor Cindy Menzies said that number was collected largely in the shoulder season without a full summer run. Peters said Black River plans to continue the program throughout the year and though traffic will be down somewhat after

eral manager Doug Peters, left, and retail supervisor Cathy Menzies, right, give a $760 cheque to Picton United Church Food Bank director Pat Romkey. The money was raised through. donations for cheese samples. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

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factory Tuesday morning and said the donation would be most useful now as the food bank puts together its Christmas hampers while its partners at the Salvation Army, the Children’s Aid Society Angel Tree Campaign, and the Wellington Storehouse Foodbank are also serving their clients. Every bit of food that can be purchased and shared with members of the community helps. “You’ll often hear me say that I’m surrounded by angels and I truly am here today,” said Romkey. With the continued downswing in the economy, Romkey indicated that the Picton food bank has picked up a lot of business over the past year. Romkey said thus far, the number of users for the service has been up 700 people over the past year. “I’m averaging about 50 people visiting per week and it used about 32-33,” she said. “It has been a very busy year.”

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

County to spend more than $10 million on capital projects in 2014

Chad Ibbotson

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Council approved a capital budget on Monday that will see more than $10 million spent on capital projects in 2014. After a day-long debate councillors approved a capital budget of $9,587,581. About $3.6 million of that number was attributed to the design and construction of a new four-bay fire hall in Consecon which would be funded through tax-supported debt. None of the capital projects will have an impact on the 2014 tax levy as the remainder were funded through the capital sustainability reserve which has been built up through transfers within previous operating budgets. Council also approved an increase to the operating budget to allow for an additional $375,000 transfer to the roads construction reserve. However, with a lot of discussion about infrastructure needs during the capital discussion, council ultimately voted to include an additional $1 million in the operating budget to transfer to the roads construction reserve to be spent on roads projects to be determined in 2014. Mayor Peter Mertens said the decisions would help the municipality address infrastructure needs. “It's (a situation) where you have some short-term pain for long-term gain because as we continue to ignore our infrastructure problem, that problem will only get worse to the point

tough deCIsIons Picton councillor Brian Marisett and Ameliasburgh councillor Janice Mayrand consider spending options as part of marathon budget deliberation sessions taking place at Shire Hall this week. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff) nard and Dianne O'Brien called for the diversion of the $530,000 for the Wellington culvert rehabilitation project to the roads rehabilitation budget. O'Brien said $640,000 was included in the 2013 budget for the project, but she didn't support adding any more money this year. Final design project estimate for the project is $1,170,000. “We should explore further options,” O'Brien said Councillor Jim Dunlop said he understood where the councillors were coming from. “I understand the frustration. A year ago we had a cost of $530,000 and now it's going to going to be $1.2 million,” he said. However, Dunlop said looking at the scope of the work – gas and sewer lines on must be relocated and the work crosses private property – there's a lot to be done and the alternative could be much more costly to the County. Engineering, development, and works commissioner Robert McAuley said if

where budgets in the future will be double-digit budgets every year just to catch up and maintain our infrastructure,” he said. “A point has to be taken where we start to deal with that.” The capital budget includes approximately $1.14 million for rehabilitation of Picton Main Street from Chapel Street to Bridge Street. An amount of $530,000 was budgeted for culvert repair under Wellington Main Street. Additionally, road rehabilitation and reconstruction projects were also funded for County Rd. 1 from Melville Road to three kilometres west, County Rd. 8 from County. Rd. 17 to County. Rd. 25, and County Rd. 3 from County. Rd. 28 to Ryerson in amounts of $500,000, $433,000, and $393,000 respectively. About 41 per cent of the budget -- $8.96 million – will go toward buildings and leasehold improvements while roughly 27.3 per cent -$2.61 million – will go toward roads. Councillors Janice May-

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the culvert isn't fixed there's a high risk it could collapse, potentially costing the municipality even more. “The structural engineer's report is available and it says there is a high risk,” he said. Maynard said the intention was to shelve the project for the year, not kill it entirely, however, the measure lost in a recorded vote of 9-6 with councillors Maynard, O'Brien, Barb Proctor, Brian Marisett, Alec Lunn, and Keith MacDonald voting in favour. Councillor Nick Nowitski was absent. Councillor Jamie Forrester also called removal of funds for several projects. The budget includes $101,000 for an electronic sign for the Prince Edward Community Centre – 26,000 of which would be funded through reserves while $75,000 was expected to be raised through sponsorship dollars. Prince Edward Com-

munity Centre will also get a lighting upgrade at a cost of $36,000. Additionally, the budget includes $175,000 for a new phone system for the municipality, $50,000 for a business process review, and 30,000 for a two-way radio propagation study. Forrester made a motion for the items to be removed, saying the municipality could do without them for the year and the money could be better spent on roads. “There are things I'd like to have in my life too, but there are certain things I don't buy because I can't afford them,” Forrester said. “…We have to start looking at things we'd like to have, things we need to have, and things we have to have. Some of these things I don't think we need or have to have.”

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Planned strike action by Red Cross Care Partners personal support workers across Ontario this week could impact hundreds of homecare patients in Prince Edward and Hastings Counties. According to South East Community Care Access

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art. "They are paid povertylevel wages of $15 an hour and are expected to pay for gas out of pocket when they drive long distances to make home visits." Stewart argued that in the past two years, the value of personal support workersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; earnings have been lowered by seven per cent due to a wage freeze, inflation, and rising gas prices. She also argued that a disproportionate amount of the money Red Cross has earned is directed away from frontline care, charging that 50 cents of every dollar goes to bureaucracy, executive pay, and profit. In its own release, Red Cross Care Partners disputed the unionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s information, suggesting that 90 per cent of its funding goes to homecare services and 78 per cent of that funding goes directly to personal support workers. It also suggested that no one in the company had received a pay raise since its formation in 2012. Canadian Red Cross communications director Tanya Elliott said the company remains focused on providing the best care possible for its clients moving forward. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The safety and well being of our clients is our top priority. We have contingency plans in place and will make every effort to minimize any disruption in service to our clients. â&#x20AC;&#x153;

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Looking back in the

Picton Gazette 80 years ago — 1933

n Once again, the Prince Edward County Hospital was facing closure due to the state of its finances. The hospital’s board of directors passed a motion to reach out to the public to raise the sum of $2,000 or it would close the facility as of Jan. 1, with the exception of holding existing patients until their discharge. If the goal was not met, money would be returned to donors. n Principal Fox was administering special aptitude tests at Picton Collegiate Wednesday to determine young people’s talents for various vocations. Fox invited interested members of the public to register to take the tests for a small fee. n County engineer J.B. Dunkley noted that many of the new highway stop signs and railway crossing signs just installed had been destroyed by acts of vandalism. In addition to authorizing the engineer to replace the signs, council also authorized a $20 fine for information leading to the vandals’ arrest.

60 years ago — 1953

n Nearly 100 people attended a meeting of the county’s crop improvement association at Mountain View.. There was much talk about the future of soybeans as a cash crop here in Prince Edward County as Ivan Roberts of Victory Mills Ltd. spoke about the 14,000 bushels produced in eastern Ontario. He told farmers weed control was the secret to successful production. n Lee Allison was re-elected reeve in Bloomfield, while former Picton reeve H.S. Colliver took that position in Athol. Murney Parks was also successful in taking the reeveship in Hillier. There was also a tight race for the last seat on Picton council. Walter Stelmack beat Keith Brummell by six votes to take the seat. n The planning and building committee responsible for the drive to build the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital was urging people to wrap up the campaign by Boxing Day. They noted some people were not appreciating the need to sacrifice to help raise $400,000 to make the much-needed facility a reality.

40 years ago — 1973

n Sherry Wight, Ruth Sokolowsky, and Susan Head received provincial honour pins, Gena Ostrander was presented with a five-year leadership award, and Anne Foster won a Prince Edward District Women’s Institute scholarship as the county’s 4-H clubs celebrated a successful year of completed learning projects. n The county saw its first significant snowfall of the winter season with just 10-15 centimetres of snow falling. Road crews were called out for the first time to do some light plowing. n The Picton Santa Claus parade took more than one hour to pass by any spot on its route. Many said it was the best yet.

20 years ago — 1993

n Hallowell deputy-reeve George Vincent was elected as the County’s warden for 1994, its 145th. He noted that in the upcoming year, council would shrink to 10 people and the County would work hard on its civic addressing project, a prerequisite to 911 service. n The Picton OPP detachment was on the lookout for four handguns that had been stolen from a Massassauga Point-area residence during a weekend break-in. The guns were valued at $1,200.

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Anne Brown of Kingston is following in her father’s footsteps. Her father was the principal of the H.H. Langford School on Napanee’s Centre Street, on the south side of town, but once a year, he assumed the responsibilities of compiler for the Napanee Christmas bird count, a position he held for a respectable 17 years. Anne took over the position in 2001, but has been participating in the count for 30 years. The count centres on the school and extends in a 24-km diameter circle. The area includes just north of Selby, west to Deseronto and east to the Bath area. As well as providing valuable insight into what birds are wintering with us every year, the annual bird count held every year at this time provides incentive to birders to remain active through the winter, and to keep their spotting scopes and binoculars in use. With over 100 species of birds expected in the Quinte area every winter, it cannot be denied that there are lots around to keep birders happy, even during the three lean months of the year. Four years ago, a cackling goose was obliging enough to hang around to be counted and a late killdeer has even showed up, noted the Napanee compiler. Last year, she says, the count produced almost 11,000 birds, representing 60 species. The Christmas bird count, otherwise known by the birding types as simply

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the CBC, has come a long way since pre-1900. Back then, people commonly engaged in a macabre holiday tradition known as the Christmas "side hunt." Participants would choose sides, and off they’d go with their guns. Whoever brought in the biggest pile of feathered quarry was the winner. Ornithologist Frank Chapman was eager to put an end to this "side hunt" and on Christmas Day 1900 suggested that rather than shooting birds, we should instead count them. And so was born the Christmas bird count, a tradition which is now enjoyed by some 50,000 participants each year across North America. From the original 25 Christmas bird counts held in 1900, close to 2,000 bird counts are now held on a chosen day between mid-December and early January, from Panama to Alaska

and from Cape Cod to the west coast. The data collected from Christmas bird count participants over the years provide a wealth of information on wintering populations, and migration trends. While the numbers tabulated offer but a mere sampling of what's really out there, statistically, the information provides important insight into the changes that may be taking place with bird populations in the winter. Locally, counts are held at Kingston, Amherst Island, Napanee, Belleville, Presqu'ile Provincial Park and Prince Edward Point. Each CBC is performed within an assigned 24-kilometre diameter circle, and observers tally the species, and total number of birds, observed within a 24-hour period. This winter marks the 114th North American annual count. Prince Edward County has held its count since 1977. With the help of computer savvy friends, we have been able to import the data from these numerous counts into an Excel spreadsheet which provides us with some interesting details regarding local populations, as well as highs and lows, and long term averages. Maps, originally poor quality copies of copies from copies of copies, were digitized a year ago, thanks to the efforts of Quinte Conservation. These maps, depicting the individual areas for each of the parties, are now emailed out to the party leaders each year.

Since being a one-time compiler for the Belleville count some 40 years ago, and compiler for the Prince Edward count for two years, I have seen some dramatic changes in the way the counts are organized, results compiled and sent to headquarters. The Prince Edward count has really gone high tech! The old fold out maps and penciled-in tally sheets from past years are now just kept on file as something of a curiosity. This year’s count with compiler Pamela Stagg of Picton will take place this Saturday. Other bird counts coming up this month include Kingston and Presqu’ile Park on Dec. 15, Westport on the 16th, Delta on the 18th, Thousand Islands on the 20th, and Amherst Island on the 27th. Belleville will conduct its count on the 28th. Meanwhile, at Napanee, compiler Brown says although they have a dedicated core group of observers, the count needs some younger volunteers who are able to cover some areas on foot that their more senior participants are no longer able to manage. If interested, give Anne a call at 613-5428790 or e-mail her at catbrown@kos.net . For more information on today’s topic, please e-mail tsprague@kos.net or phone 613-476-5072. For more information on nature in the Quinte area, be sure to check out www.naturestuff.net .

Quinte area musicians deliver for the Philippines

Aid efforts to help the Philippines recover after Typhoon Haiyan hit the island nation received a jolt last week, thanks to some talented musicians from the Quinte area. Last Wednesday at the Eastminster United Church in Belleville, several musicians put together a benefit concert with nearly three hours of entertainment to benefit ACT Alliance relief work. Jeanette Arsenault, one of

the organizers of the concert indicated on Facebook that the event brought in more than $6,000 that night from a crowd of about 350 people. What’s better, she indicated, dollar-for-dollar matching would make the total amount of money $12,000. “What a night!” Arsenault wrote. ‘A huge thank you to the amazing line up of talent, the amazing crew of volunteers, and an amazing audi-

ence who all contributed to a great evening of music and giving.” In all, some 23 acts featuring more than 60 musicians were present for the concert to help the 14 million people displaced by the typhoon, which struck in early November killing nearly 6,000 people in the Philippines alone. Among the featured performers were The Noteables, the Reasons, the Crusaders,

the Bella Via Orchestra, Arsenault, Kim Inch, Dave Wheatley, Bud Gregory, The Frere Brothers, Keep The Faith, Tom Dietzel, Olivia Rapos, Mark Despault, Christopher Bauer, Instant Rivalry, The Reasonettes, The Reatones, The Harpells, Alec Lunn, Judy Fraser, Rick Zimmerman, McGreevy & Hardman, and Lenni Stewart. -Staff

EDITORIALS The Picton Gazette

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

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‘The needs of this county and the needs of the infrastructure for now and in the future needs to be dealt with. We can't continue to ignore it and there's going to be an impact.’ -Prince edWard counTy Mayor PeTer MerTens

Talking abouT The dileMMa councillors Were facing When deciding WheTher To budgeT an addiTional $1 Million in The 2014 oPeraTing budgeT To Transfer To The roads consTrucTion reserve To helP coMbaT declining infrasTrucTure.

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Old Tyme Christmas musical celebration at Picton United Church Saturday at 7 p.m. with guests Rob Johnson, Fraser Hardman, Jon Milford, and Bernice Hardy. Proceeds from the $15 concert go to the Loyalist Humane Society. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

Investment in roads and infrastructure a smart decision

COUNTY council was faced with a tough decision this week. Councillors could hold the line on their budget and on taxes with an election year coming up, or they could take a look at the state of public infrastructure in the municipality and dedicate some capital spending to bringing it up to code. Inevitably, some councillors said they would rather hold the line on spending and put off the many roads projects the County ultimately decided to undertake by adding an additional $1 million in spending to the docket. While we appreciate their gusto to save money for already hard-hit taxpayers, it does appear council made a savvy decision to look at some of its infrastructure needs now, rather than waiting until next year or perhaps next term to try to tackle the projects. The County’s works staff has worked diligently to present council with a detailed study that measures the condition of the roads within the municipality and assigns priority to projects based on needs. With that type of document in hand, council no longer has to take stabs in the dark or schedule road work based on whichever project is a political hot button at the time. That report also suggested that the municipality needs more than $570 million of work to bring all of its assets up to an ideal standard. With that in mind — though no municipality will ever have that luxury — the 2014 expenditures seem like a small drop in a bucket compared to the bigger picture. Given the infrastructure will likely deteriorate over time and become an even greater concern, it makes sense that work is started now. With the sense that all of rural Ontario is in a similar mess now, too, and other municipalities are looking to hold off until they have a more opportune budgetary position to tackle the problem, perhaps the County can find contractors hungry for work who are willing to come in with lower tenders for the jobs. If the work doesn’t come in on budget, then councillors and staff can make the decisions to put off work or start on other items on the priority list. Unfortunately, councillors here in Prince Edward and elsewhere are faced with this type of decision because the money just isn’t flowing from upper levels of government and with manufacturing jobs drying up across the province, there isn’t likely going to be any help from elsewhere coming. The province has its own financial crises at hand right now and it not only is deciding what it can spend for municipalities, it is also deciding what to do with larger-scale infrastructure, health-care facilities, and schools. There are no easy answers. We applaud Prince Edward County council for realizing that and making an attempt to act while still paying attention to its reserves and to the amount of burden taxpayers can be expected to pay. As much griping as it may cause in the short term, the municipality will be better for it in the future.

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

Library staffers pick their favourite books of the past year As the Christmas season approaches and schedules grow full and often frantic, spending time reading a good book is an effective stress reliever. For your consideration, or maybe to add to your Christmas gift list, here are a few favourite titles read in 2013 by library staff. Dianne Cranshaw’s two favourites were Z – a novel of Zelda Fitzgerald by Therese Fowler and The Aviator's Wife by Melanie Benjamin about Anne Morrow Lindbergh. “Both are fictional biographies, but well researched and quite accurate in their depictions of F. Scott Fitzgerald and Charles Lindbergh,” says Cranshaw. “It was not easy to be the wife of an American folk hero in the 1920s and 30s!” Jennifer Kingma’s favourite of the year is Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn. “Fast paced, turns, and you never truly know what’s going on right until the end and it’s a shocker!” Whitney Lee’s favourite pick for 2013 is The Demonologist by Toronto author Andrew Pyper. “It's the psychological horror equivalent of Dan Brown's Da Vinci Code series,” says Lee. The story has professor David Ullman forced to use his knowledge of the demonic and John Milton's poem Paradise Lost in a race against the clock to save his daughter's life. “Pyper made sure that I was engaged at every second and I simply could not put the book down. I finished it in one day!” Both Tracy Daley and Amanda Harrison chose Styxx, Dark-Hunter # 22 by Sherrilyn Kenyon as their favourite of the year. “You have to read Acheron, Dark Hunter # 14, too,” insists Daley. “It's one of the most emotional, gut wrenching, heartbreaking books I've ever read, but at the same time it was inspiring, uplifting and completely amazing.” Then read Styxx, “and you will see that every coin has two sides, and everyone has a different version of the story.” Harrison says of the book that it is “beautiful, insightful and inspiring!” Covenant by Dean Crawford is the winner of the year for Linda Matthews. Dean Crawford is also her new favourite author fol-

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CHRISTINE RENAUD lowed closely by James Rollins and collaborative authors Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. According to Fantastic Fiction – a popular web site used frequently by the staff at the library — “Covenant combines science, suspense, and ingenious speculation to create an actionpacked blockbuster not to be missed.” One of Barbara Sweet’s favourite reads this year has been The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce. Harold Fry is convinced that he must deliver a letter that he originally intended to mail, in person, to an old love in order to save her. Along his travels across the English countryside, the strangers he meets stir up long forgotten memories and he reminisces about the events of his past and people he has known. This was shortlisted for the Booker Prize in 2012. One of my favourite books read this past year was Cane River by Lalita Tademy. I picked it up in the library’s used book sale room. An epic that examines the complex bonds between slaves and owners, it’s based on researched family history that follows four generations of African-American women. The historical reconstruction is woven seamlessly into unforgettable storytelling and after initially dismissing it, I was glad that I decided to take it home after all. Drop in to the Book Sale Room at the Picton branch and you may find an equally good book, and also drop by our Really, Really Free Market, which continues until Saturday, Dec. 15.

FREE FOR ALL

Helping out Greg, Larry and Klon of Pathways to Independence drop off toys and gifts for the CAS Angel Tree

campaign last week. The Pathways-supported individuals purchased gifts earlier this year when the Zellers store in Belleville was closing. The number of children registered with the campaign is at an all-time high this year. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Downtown tower would be a costly eyesore

I'd like to bring to your attention an upcoming application by Bell Mobility to construct a 100-foot high cell tower right adjacent to Benson Park ( basically an industrial structure) at their existing one storey building at 22 Elizabeth St at King St in historic downtown Picton. Have you ever heard of anything so stupid? These structures should be put in the industrial zone to the north or up near the old Camp Picton (e.g. Millennium Park) above the town; not downtown on a residential street where it will destroy the heritage area the County has just approved protection of through endorsement of the Main St.reet heritage conservation district plan.

Industry Canada approves these applications from, in this case, Bell Mobility and only requires Bell to consult with affected residents. Just like wind turbines, the county has no approval authority. Thus, we taxpayers have no direct input. All we can do is complain to our elected officials up the line. Even wind turbines have a minimum setback from residents. These towers are exempt from the local zoning bylaws. A 100-foot high tower will not only be a visual eyesore it will, in my opinion, reduce property values in the downtown core; thereby negatively affecting assessment values and the property tax system here in the county. This

is no small matter. Imagine a 100-foot cell tower right next to your house on a downtown block — not to mention the electro-magnetic radiation issue. I am not only a resident but also a small business owner here in Picton. My wife and I recently purchased a property on King Street just two blocks from this site to serve tourists as a vacation rental. We would not have made such a substantial investment in the county's tourism business if we knew that downtown Picton was going to become an eyesore courtesy of the Federal Industry Canada regulations which appear to give nothing more than lip service to local taxpayers.

The site selection process is fundamentally skewed when the only location Bell could come up with is one they have already owned for decades, thereby negating any lease costs. I urge MP Daryl Kramp to contact him colleagues at Industry Canada and compel them to direct Bell to find a more suitable site. I would urge members of Prince Edward County Council to formally advise Industry Canada that they are not in support of such a location. Such concurrence from County council is part of Industry Canada protocol in order to fast-track approval. Victor N. Lind Picton

E-cigarettes an advancement in reducing harm

In regard to your editorial about electronic cigarettes, I would like to offer some corrections and an alternative point of view in the subject. While some officials have expressed concern about e-cigs, the fact is, the vast majority of health professionals easily recognize the massive advance in tobacco harm reduction these products represent. millions of smokers who couldn't quit using pre-

scription or over-the-counter cessation products, have switched to an alternative delivery system that eliminates 99 per cent of the toxins, why should they now have to go and get a prescription? And why shouldn't they have a selection of flavours, just like adults who choose to drink alcohol have a selection of flavours at the LCBO. The data from the CDC study you referenced

specifically refers to teens who had tried or used an ecig in the past 30 days, not regular users "getting their fix" as you suggest. Your editorial misses the point on e-cigs. They are an alternative to smoking, if there was a brand of tobacco that had 99-per-cent less chemicals, would you not see the benefit of smokers switching to that brand? E-cigs are the new brand, and will be the biggest advancement in

reducing the impact of tobacco on our society we have ever seen, and to make them less available, or less appealing will only hinder that. Of course there needs to be regulations, however if smokers can get a pack of tobacco at the corner store, why shouldn't there be an alternative that is equally available?

Your editorial about e-cigarettes is full of scary information and should have been more researched before publication. E-cigarettes should not be referred to as such but instead be called personal vaporizers. They contain no tobacco, there is no ash or smoke. As a former cigarette

smoker this product is a lifesaver for me. After smoking for 50-plus years and having tried numerous times using different methods to quit, this has been the solution for me with my doctor's blessing. I suffer from severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and was very limited

in my actions due to shortness of breath. After switching to these devices my breathing has vastly improved along with my senses of taste and smell. The most harmful ingredient in them is nicotine which is similar to caffeine for addiction but it is not a carcinogen. I am not breaking the law by

using my device and it has no effect on those near me. I would suggest that you do some more research and a follow-up column on these devices before agreeing that they be banned outright.

Rowan WarrHunter Picton

Vaporizers have been a lifesaver for former smoker

Food Not Bombs, the County library’s social justice group and their allies are hosting a Really, Really Free Market at the Picton library branch. Anyone can drop into the library between now and Saturday and pick up a new or nearlynew item for free. (Submitted photo)

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Municipalities face infrastructure bind Wardens Caucus reports paint gloomy picture for region

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Municipal budget discussions kicked off Monday with a verbal report from Mayor Peter Mertens which outlined critical infrastructure funding challenges facing municipalities across the region. Following up on the 2012, Facing our Fiscal Challenges: A Report on the Financial Sustainability of Local Government in Eastern Ontario report from the Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus (EOWC), Mertens discussed the region's limited resources to pay for crumbling infrastructure. “This is becoming the elephant in the room,” he said in his presentation Monday. Mertens said the EOWC released two white papers – authoritative reports used to understand a problem – this year and will be releasing two further papers in the coming year. The two released this year focus on municipal affordability and municipal infrastructure. “What they did was they took the data they created a year-and-a-half ago and they reviewed that data this year to see if in the last year-anda-half if there's been any positive movement or any improvement in our status,” said Mertens. Since the report was released in 2012 the data has shown the opposite. “What both white papers found is that our position over the last year-and-a-half has seriously deteriorated,” he said. “The road that we're on right now – without some sort of either senior government intervention or a different approach to municipalities – is a road that will continue to see all of our infrastructure deteriorate to the point where we'll no longer be able to fix it.” The municipal infrastructure paper painted a startling picture for municipal roads and bridges moving forward. Mertens said it's not only Prince Edward County, but the entire region who are struggling with infrastructure costs.

dIm outlook Mayor Peter Mertens shared

information from the Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus reports suggesting that eastern Ontario will struggle to fund needed infrastructure. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

“Municipal governments like ourselves face major challenges with both upfront investment and ongoing maintenance,” Mertens said. Infrastructure deficit across eastern Ontario stands at $3.74 billion. He said over the two years since the EOWC report was release the deficit has grown by $150-200 million. “This is an amount of money we do not have an ability to fund,” he said. He said at this rate eastern Ontario municipalities would have to invest $374 million per year over 10 years to pay off the deficit plus another $700 million to maintain all municipal assets. “We need to be spending a billion dollars per year on infrastructure over the next 10 years to eliminate that deficit and have both the deficit gone and have our assets in a condition where we can maintain them in the future,” he said. Mertens said the municipal affordability paper outlines a dramatic rise – 65 per cent – in total operating expenses for local governments from 2000-2011, reaching $1.84 billion per year. The paper says that number could reach $2.8 billion by 2020. Mertens said those costs are primarily for four major services – transportation services, protection services, environmental services, and health and emergency services. “Those four categories all rose by more than 80 per cent since 2000,” Mertens said. “… What we're seeing now isn't encouraging, especially our

policing costs.” He said operating expenditures have grown faster than the region's household or population growth. “Since we're so related to residential assessment, any decision is going to have a major impact on the taxpayer,” Mertens said. He said rural municipalities must maintain approximately 70 per cent of all roads in eastern Ontario. He said Prince Edward County has a higher number of kilometres of roads per resident than virtually any municipality in eastern Ontario. In Prince Edward County residential assessment makes up 92 per cent of the tax base. “We have very limited opportunities to generate income from other sources,” Mertens said. “We have limited growth potential if the status quo persists which is why we keep talking about putting things in place to encourage further growth.” He said the municipality has to keep up with economic development activities, but the easiest way to increase taxation is through residential growth. Mertens said he made the presentation prior to budget because he felt it was important for council to understand how critical the situation is. “Because of our population size and because of the number of roads we have it is especially applicable to us,” he said. “I wanted to show this is an issue of eastern Ontario proportions and we are part and parcel in that and there are no easy fixes.” He said the only way to fix the problems is for municipalities to fix them.

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PICTON FOOD BANK in need of marg containers or similar containers, canned fruit/veggies/ kraft dinner/ juice crystals/pet food. Cash donations always appreciated. LOYALIST HUMANE SOCIETY – Always in need of food, litter, cleaning supplies, paper products as well as kitten food canned & dry. ROTARY CASH CALENDAR WINNERS – Week 45 –ue Chadwick, Eleanor Instead, Joan Laurie, Tim Clark, Louis Creasy. PICTON KINETTES – Selling Raffle Tickets to win an I-Pad Air (value $600.) Tickets are $2ea or 3 for $5. Draw December 13. Tickets available at Flowers n Such or from any Kinette member. MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT NETWORK – Picton Support Centre, 333 Main St. Open MonWed-Fri 9:30am – 2:30pm. View the online calendar at www.mhsn.ca or call 471-1347. ST. ANDREW’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WELLINGTON – The What-Not-Shop – Hours Tues 10-12 noon, Thurs 2-4pm & Saturday 1012noon. Selling clothes, shoes, bedding & household items. PEC COMMUNITY CARE FOR SENIORS – Holiday Office Hours. Will close from 12 noon on Tues Dec 24 thru Thurs Dec 26 & will reopen Fri Dec 27 at 9am. Closed again on Wed Jan 1, reopening Thurs Jan 2 at 9am. Meals on Wheels will be delivered as usual throughout the holidays. COMMUNITY CARE’S BOUTIQUE – Now Open at 165 Main St. Picton. GIVE THE GIFT OF CARE – Gift Certificates are available from Community Care for Seniors for a new or favorite service, including Meals on Wheels , Foot Care, Seniors Luncheon Social & more. Available at the PEC Community Care for Seniors office, 206 Main St., The Armoury in Picton or call 4767493 for more info. THE HUB CHILD &FAMILY CENTRE – Santa’s coming! Join us for Playgroup Christmas Parties on Mon Dec 9 at The Hub, 10 McFarland Crt Picton (Puppeteer Michael DeRushie joins us too) & Thurs Dec 12 at Massassaga-Rednersville School 1115 Cty Rd 3, Belleville 9:30-11:30am. Bring a wrapped book with your child’s name on it for Santa’s bag. Pre-registration required. Call 476-8142. THE HUB CHILD & FAMILY CENTRE – Continues their fundraiser “Mabels Labels”. These are cute, durable & can be personalized. Easy, on-line ordering is available with quick delivery. Visit www.thehub.mabelslabels.com to look & place an order. All profits benefit The Hub programs. For info call 476-8142. THE HUB CHILD & FAMILY CENTRE – Car Seat Inspections & Installations provided by trained technicians free of charge 10 McFarland Court Picton. To book an appt 476-8142. YOGA AT BLOOMFIELD TOWN HALL Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm. Cost $5. Sponsored by Bloomfield/ Hallowell Rec Committee 393-3798. Everyone welcome. YOGA AT WELLINGTON TOWN HALL Thursdays 5:30-6:45pm. Sponsored by the Wellington Rec Committee 393-3798. Everyone welcome. CHERRY VALLEY YOGA – One hour drop in Gentle Yoga Classes $5. Tues 5:30-6:30pm, Thurs 9:30-10:30am. Athol Community Hall, 1679 County Rd. 10. CHERRY VALLEY GAMES NIGHT – First & Third Fridays of the month, 7:30pm. (Note no games Nov 1) Adults only, casual & friendly ping pong, scrabble, cards & board games. Bring your own refreshments. Athol Community Hall 1679 County Rd. 10. INDIGO YOGA – Rosehall has done the December meditation (a loving kindness (Metta) meditation) with proceeds going to the Wellington Food Bank. Donations can be made at the studio anytime between now & Dec 15. More info call 399-1500. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS – Discussion meeting every Tuesday 7:30pm Consecon United Church Hall, Consecon. ARTS ON MAIN GALLERY – New Show “Permission to Dream”. Runs through Jan 28. Opening reception Nov 2, 2-4pm. 223 Main St. Picton 4765665. Open daily 11-4pm. WEDNESDAY MORNING FRIENDSHIP GROUP – Meets 9am-12noon Albury Church Rednersville Rd. Quilts for sale. Proceeds to local charities for women. WELLINGTON ELKS DART LEAGUE – Looking for players/teams. Thursday nights Oct-April. Contact Ken 399-2117. LOYALIST DECORATIVE PAINTER’S GUILD – Meets every 2nd Wed of the month Carrying Place

United Church 7pm. Snacks & coffee 6:30pm. Bring regular painting supplies. Info Noreen 475-2005. CONSECON LEGION BR 509 – Crib Nite 7pm $5. Every Fri nite through fall/winter. CONSECON LEGION – Mixed Fun Darts every Thursday evening 7pm. Cost $5. CONSECON LEGION – Bid Euchre every Tuesday evening 7pm. Cost $5. PEC QUILTER’S GUILD – Meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month 6:30pm Pinecrest School Bloomfield. Be inspired by members work, hear guest speakers, learn new techniques, borrow from an extensive library. First meeting is free, yearly membership $25 + name tag $5. Become involved to plan the Bi-annual Quilt Show to be held next July. Beginners welcome. DROP IN BEGINNER FRENCH – With Maurice 2pm every Thursday. Picton Br Library. DECEMBER 13 – WELLINGTON LEGION – Friday Night Dinner Serving 5-7pm. Take-out available. DECEMBER 13 – FREE SOUP FRIDAYS with FOOD NOT BOMBS – Picton Br Library 12noon to 1pm. Everyone welcome each week for a free lunch. (downstairs) Info Christine 476-5962. DECEMBER 13 – LOYALIST HUMANE SOCIETY – Christmas Bake & Craft Sale. Armory Mall 10am – 1pm. DECEMBER 13 – WELLINGTON ELKS – Ham & Turkey Roll Allisonville Hall. Doors open 7:30pm. Light lunch . First Roll Free! Everyone welcome. DECEMBER 14 – “OLD TYME CHRISTMAS” – With Lorain Sine & Friends. Picton United Church 7-9pm. Admission $15pp at the door. All proceeds to Loyalist Humane Society. DECEMBER 14/15 – FOODBANK FUNDRAISER – Wellington Pottery has made porcelain Christmas Cookie Cutter Shape Decorations , $20/set with $5 going to the Storehouse Foodbank. These are also available at the Bean Counter, Picton, SideStreet Gallery, Wellington as well as the Busy Hands Show above Books & Co. Call 3992330 for info. DECEMBER 15 – CONSECON UNITED CHURCH – Celebrates the 3rd Sunday of Advent at 11am. Theme: Joy. Followed by a free soup & roll lunch & fellowship. DECEMBER 15 – CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE – Friends of the Wellington Library present an afternoon of Christmas readings & music. St. Andrew’s Anglican Church Wellington 2pm. These readings were started 13 years ago at the Devonshire Inn to provide a time to relax, listen & enjoy Christmas related writings. Musical intervals & light refreshments. Proceeds support the Wellington Library. Tickets $12 at the Libraryin advance or at the door. DECEMBER 16 – BLOOD DONOR CLINIC – PE Community Centre 375 Main St Picton, Main Hall 2pm-8pm. Book your appt online www.blood.ca or phone 1-888-236-6283. DECEMBER 17 – DROP-IN CHESS – Beginners & advanced welcome. 1-4pm. Picton Br Library. DECEMBER 17 – AFTER SCHOOL FUN CLUB – Wellington Br Library. Games & Crafts 4-5pm. DECEMBER 17 – AL-ANON (adults) & ALATEEN (teens) – Affected by someone’s drinking? 1866-951-3711. Meets Tues(s) 8pm Gilead Fellowship Church. DECEMBER 17/18 – SONRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY CHRISTMAS MUSICAL – Production of “We Three Spies” at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2 Corey St. Bloomfield. Tues Dec 17 at 1:30pm & Wed Dec 18 7pm. DECEMBER 18 – CONSECON CHRISTMAS SENIORS LUNCHEON SOCIAL – Consecon United Church Hall 12 noon. Roast turkey dinner, dessert coffee/tea $10pp. Reserve your place by Tuesday prior at 12 noon by calling 476-7493. If you wish take-out please advise when you register. Seniors are asked to bring their own soup bowl, plate, cup & cutlery. DECEMBER 19 – AL-ANON – Meets Thurs(s) 10:30am Gilead fellowship Church. 1-866-951-3711. For adults affected by someone’s drinking? DECEMBER 19 - DROP IN BEGINNER FRENCH – With Maurice. Picton Br Library 2pm. DECEMBER 20 – FREE SOUP FRIDAYS with FOOD NOT BOMBS – Picton Br Library 12noon to 1pm. Everyone welcome each week for a free lunch. (downstairs) Info Christine 476-5962. Last one until January. DECEMBER 22 – CONSECON UNITED CHURCH – Celebrates the 4th Sunday of Advent at 11am. Theme: Love. DECEMBER 24 – CONSECON UNITED CHURCH – Celebrating Christmas Eve. Service at 7pm. All invited. DECEMBER 25 – CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY – At Friendship United Church, Demorestville. Christmas Dinner 4-7:30pm. Great food, music & fellowship. Please call Leslie 476-2020 or Marjory 476-3959. No charge. Free will offering. DECEMBER 25 – 13th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DINNER & FELLOWSHIP – 12 noon PEC Community Centre, Picton. For home deliveries or rides call 476-2622 or 471-1115 before Dec 23 if possible. Christmas Day call 471-0950. Sponsored by Gilead Fellowship & many friends. DECEMBER 31 – WELLINGTON ELKS NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER & DANCE – At Allisonville Hall. Roast Beef Dinner & Dance 7pm. Advance Tickets Only $25pp. 9pm Dance $10pp. DJ Larry. Tickets call Ken 399-2117.

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Christmas Eve Service 7pm @ Consecon Church.

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12 Chapel St. 613-476-6050 Minister: Rev. Phil Hobbs Organist & Choir Director: Mr. Ronald Laidlaw

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Sunday, December 22nd 9:00am Holy Communion 10:30am Holy Communion 2:30pm PEC Ecumenical Choir Handel’s Messiah

Tuesday, December 24th Christmas Eve 4:00pm An informal service of Family Blessing Wednesday, December 25th 7:00pm Carol Singing Christmas Morning 10:00am Holy Communion 7:30pm Festive Christmas Communion Sunday, December 29th 9:00am Holy Communion 10:30am Morning Worship Contact information: Bishop Peter Mason 613-399-5828 Deacon Fran Langlois 613-476-7988 Parish Office 613-476-3303 Website: stmarymagpicton.ca

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County’s policing costs set to rise by 8.2 per cent in 2014 Councillors told not to expect relief ahead of new model in 2015 Chad Ibbotson

Staff writer

The rising cost of policing was highlighted during budget discussions this week and it appears it will be a hotly debated issue for years to come. The cost of policing is set to rise 8.2 per cent from about $4.97 million to approximately $5.38 million – a difference of $408,402 – in 2014. The spike in costs had councillors reeling but, looking forward, there doesn't seem to be any relief in sight as the OPP is set to shift to a different costing model in the next few years that could see another sharp increase in those costs. Much of the 2014 increase in the OPP contract is due to pay increases as a the service comes off a twoyear freeze of wages. The service received a five per cent increase prior to the freeze and the contract also guarantees the OPP will be the highest paid police service in the province. Councillor Kevin Gale was among those who spoke out against the swelling costs. “My comment is quite simple – although it's going to fall on deaf ears outside this room – and that is, this isn't acceptable,” he said. “I don't know what the answer is and it's a cost that's shared by everybody in the community. As much as policing is important for our municipality, it's getting out of hand.” Making things more difficult, he said, is the increase coincides with a reduction of Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) dollars to the municipality. “If the province wants to continue operating in this manner, they have to start paying for their fair share of other things,” Gale said. “One of the things is the assessed value of land we have in Prince Edward County, particularly Sandbanks. I just get sick and tired of this.” Councillor Dianne O'Brien concurred.

“This is ridiculous, we can't afford it,” she said. Mayor Peter Mertens said there aren't a whole lot of options for the municipality to choose from. Mertens said councillors should be prepared for more increases as a new costing model is expected to come forward in 2015. “We get a base charge and it's wages plus overhead costs. They're changing that to where we're going to pay a per-household fee – about $260 per household – plus a charge for calls for service and we have seven to eight thousand calls for service (per year),” he said. He said the charge for those calls has yet to be determined, but as it stands the municipality pays a net cost of approximately $268 per household for the service – which means the cost can only increase. “They're saying anyone who has a household cost of under $400 under this balancing will have to pay (for calls for service),” Mertens said. “We are in the lowest 20 percentile for policing costs in the province.” Councillor and police services board chair Robert Quaiff said the municipality won't have any choice but to pay. “Under the Police Services Act they'll tell you how many police officers you are required to have,” he said. “... Council needs to really get themselves braced for the fact that in 2015 we'll be renegotiating the contract with the OPP.” He said the current contract includes seven provincial officers the municipality doesn't pay for. He said the new contract likely won't include those officers at no charge, meaning an increase of at least $100,000 per officer. While she said she understood all the concern over policing costs, councillor Heather Campbell said she felt compelled to speak in support of the work the OPP does. Campbell's brother Sandy Rutherford went missing in October. “I can't sit here quietly without sharing the absolute attention, care, and detail that has gone into the search for my brother,” she said.

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County FM hires experienced general manager, prepares to go on air Station busy looking for grants, sponsors, donors to raise $152,000 to be able to operate once CRTC gives green light AdAm BrAmBurger

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After months of planning, the group behind the bid for a community radio station in the county is getting down to the work to put the station on the air. Central to that work, 99.3 County FM announced this week that it has an interim general manager on board who brings much great experience in station management to the table. J.J. Johnson, a 40-plus-year industry veteran, is the former manager of some well known Canadian stations like Q107 and 102.1 The Edge in Toronto, a number of Vancouver stations, and numerous eastern Ontario stations including Kingston’s CKWS FM and Classic Rock 96 approached the station about the chance to be involved. The chair of the station’s board of directors Treat Hull said he was thrilled to hear from the radio veteran who recently retired to his home on Big Island. “J.J. and I are both Rotary members and after one of our meetings, he came up to me and said he’d like to be involved in the station. He volunteered,” said Hull. Hull said due to Johnston’s upbringing in the county and his residence here now, he will approach the job with a community-minded focus, which was highly appealing to the board. His background also adds some more immediate legitimacy in the industry and with potential sponsors. “Major commercial stations would be envious,”Hull said. “This is just an ideal fit for us.” Johnston also has some experience working with start-

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sion, Hull said he anticipates it will take six months to get the station to air. His board is optimistic that will be summer 2014. To make it the rest of the way there, however, the fundraising continues as the station estimates it will need $152,000 to make broadcasting a reality. Hull said the station will look at several avenues to bring in the money. The first will be business sponsorship, in which sponsors will receive acknowledgement on the air, similar to public radio in the United States. The second is from individual donors with money collected through the County Community Foundation. Those donating $20 or more will be eligible for tax receipts. A third avenue is grants from foundations and government. Hull said the station has submitted an application to the Trillum Foundation and it also received positive news from the County this week. “Council gave us a big vote of confidence, approving our $10,000 grant proposal to offset startup costs,” Hull said. He indicated that some councillors asked questions to ensure that the signal would reach all the county’s wards, one the station’s backers had no trouble answering. “We assured them our focus is as it always was — getting a County station on the air, not a Picton station.”

Events-based fundraising is a fourth option, while the station is also pioneering efforts in crowd funding. Hull explained crowd funding is an online campaign where people will be encouraged to donate for a cause and they will receive perks or incentives for doing so. He indicated sample incentives may include musical requests on the air or a copy of a county artist’s CD. He said the efforts, which have been spearheaded by Lyndsay Richmond and Ryan Aldred are believed to be

among the first of their kind in the county and the station is hopeful those who help with the campaign will gain valuable experience to help with other local causes. The crowd funding initiative will use the web site www.indiegogo.com and it has set a goal of $10,000 with a stated intention of raising money to purchase a broadcast antenna. This week, Richmond and Aldred put out a call for volunteers to work on that campaign. They’re looking for people to spread word about

the campaign on social media outlets like Twitter and Facebook, to contact local businesses to ask for incentives to offer donors, photographers and videographers to create a promotional video for the site, and experienced video developers who can put that information together. Those interested in volunteering to help with the crowd funding initiative are asked to correspond via email with Aldred at ryan_aldred @hotmail.com or Richmond at info@experiencepicton.com.

2013/2014 HOLIDAY HOURS AND EMERGENCY CONTACTS FOR THE COUNTY OF PRINCE EDWARD Unless otherwise noted below, municipal departments and administrative offices will be closed December 24 (starting at noon), December 25—26, and January 1.

Emergency inquiries x Bylaw Enforcement / Canine Control: 613-476-7666 x Roads: 613-476-6505 x Water and Wastewater: 613-967-8777 x PEC Fire Department: 911 / 613-476-2345 for non-emergencies. Please note that the PEC Fire Department is open 24/7 over the holiday season, including statutory holidays.

Garbage and Recycling x Recycling / Garbage / Green Bin —collection that falls on December 25 will be picked up December 28, and collection that falls on January 1 will be picked up January 4. Regular collection taking place on Boxing Day.

Landfill/Transfer Sites: Landfills are operating on a regular schedule, except for the Picton site which is closed on December 25 and January 1, and open December 28 and January 4, as regularly scheduled.

Community Centres and Arenas Prince Edward Community Centre December 25: 8am-4pm December 26: Closed January 1: Closed

Wellington & District Community Centre December 24: 8am-noon December 25+26: Closed January 1: 4pm-9pm

Public Skating Schedule Prince Edward Community Centre December 24: 11am—12:30 pm December 27: 11:30am—1 pm December 29: 1pm-2:30 pm December 30: 11:30 am-1 pm

Wellington & District Community Centre December 24: 9:30am—11 am December 27: 11:30am—1 pm December 28: 6pm—7:30 pm December 30: 11:30am-1 pm December 31: 11:30am-1 pm & 4pm—6 pm

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

Community foundation hands out $15,000 in grants to six groups AdAm BrAmBurger

Staff writer

The County Community Foundation (CCF) is becoming a go-to source for groups looking for funds to build this community. The foundation recently handed out its third set of Community Fund grants and according to chair Joan Pennefather the amount of money it was able to hand out was only a third of the amount community groups requested this year. “The Community Fund received approximately $45,000 in requests for funding this year, and while we wish we could have supported them all, we are grateful to be able to make a difference,” she said. Once again, the fund was able to provide for grants for six community organizations which will split the sum of $15,000 in grant money. As it has in the past, the CCF spread its money to a variety of groups with a wide range of goals to support individuals in the community. On Monday, the CCF announced the lucky six

recipients, though it didn’t formally announce the monetary value of each of its grants. Traditionally, that information has been made public at a reception with the winning applicants. Alternatives For Women was the recipient of one of the grants this year and that money will help them assist women fleeing abusive situations. The Hub Child and Family Centre received funding this year for its Healthy Food Healthy Families program, an initiative that will teach young families basic food preparation skills as well as information about nutrition. Meals preparation is included in the program. The Prince Edward County Minor Hockey Association spearheaded an effort with some other ice user groups to obtain rink dividers that will allow more children to participate in safe, active programs on the ice now and in the future. The CCF decided it would support that effort. Festival Players of Prince Edward County started a young company this year in order to help youth interested in the performing arts get

OppOrtunities The Festival Players of Prince Edward County’s young company

program gave county residents Scott Kuipers and Brianna Gorsline a professional theatre opportunity last summer. The County Community Foundation is supporting the program via grant funding for its 2014 season.. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

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been a previous recipient of Community Fund dollars, the Recreation Outreach Centre (ROC) was once again successful in its application process. This year, the ROC received funds to support its Girls Rock-It program. The six-week program is offered to Grade 7 and 8 girls in local schools and it aims to help young women make healthy choices, build selfesteem, and participate in physical activities. The CCF maintains the Community Fund through donations and encourages individuals to visit its web site at www.countycommunityfoundation.ca. Those interested in a 2013 tax receipt have just four weeks left to donate. Organizations looking to benefit from the Community Fund must be not-for-profit and must be qualified donees under the Income Tax Act. They must take part in a twostep process by filling out a letter of intent, then making a formal application to the CCF. They are encouraged to watch the CCF web site for details on when the next application intake will occur.

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The Picton Gazette

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

New calendar brings awareness to seniors’ safety Each year Community Care orders several copies of the Government of Ontario’s Fraud Free Calendar for Seniors. This year we’ve found another calendar that will interest seniors and it’s also free. An organization based in Toronto called “Bringing an Awareness of Senior Safety Issues to the Community” – or B.A.S.S.I.C. – has as its mission to improve quality of life for seniors by raising awareness of senior safety issues. Members and associates of the organization fulfill this mission by working together to deliver safety seminars and symposiums and also by producing an annual safety calendar. B.A.S.S.I.C. originally started in 1993 as VINE (Vehicle Injury Prevention Network and Exchange). Four years later in December 1997, the committee changed its name to B.A.S.S.I.C. to reflect its evolving mission. In 1998 membership was expanded to include partnerships between service providers, caregivers and members of the community. B.A.S.S.I.C. members are primarily not-for-profit organizations and include several levels of government. B.A.S.S.I.C. has won two awards: the Fire Safety Organization Award from the Public Fire Safety Council and the Certificate of Excellence from the Public Sector Quality Fair. For your free copy of the calendar stop in at the Community Care office at The Armoury, Picton. You can also order a copy through

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

Council adds $1 million to budget to see more roads projects completed Some say increase is too much, too soon for taxpayers to swallow Chad Ibbotson

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After exhausting efforts trying to shift budget dollars from several projects to the roads budget, council ultimately voted to include an additional million dollars in this year's budget to be spent on roads projects. While moves to shift dol-

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municipality. The study covered almost 1,000 km of county roads and pegged the current total roads and bridges capital needs at $570,386,600. Engineering, development, and works commissioner Robert McAuley said the estimates were reached through benchmarks set by municipal neighbours and staff would continue trying to make them as accurate as possible. The study uses a scale of 1-10 to measure road condition with one being the poorest condition. The study gives an alphabetical listing of every road that was assessed, along with its condition, facts related to that condition, and estimated benchmark cost to rehabilitate or reconstruct the road. The roads are also categorized by surface type. The roads are categorized by condition in groups of three, creating three groups â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one through three, four through six, and seven through nine. The study found that 10 per cent of county roads are considered in good condition (seven to nine), while 50 per cent were in the four to six range, and 40 per cent were considered to be in poor condition. No roads were found to fall in the perfect 10 rating. McAuley said staff have already been able to glean statistics from the data. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We're seeing a distinct bias. The roads are falling mostly in the three, four, five category,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This tells us that roughly 40 per cent of our roads are in the poorest category, but 50 per cent are in the moderate to fair category â&#x20AC;Ś the spike in three is interesting, it means a lot of our infrastructure is sliding toward the lower end.â&#x20AC;? One exciting aspect of the study is that it will be available for public consumption in more than one form. The complete study will be published on the County website in the near future but, early in the new year, the data compiled through the study will applied to the municipality's GIS mapping software. The interactive application will allow residents to see a colour-coded map of all the county's roads. Road information, including condition and expected repair cost will be accessible at the click of a button. Entering search criteria such as road surface, repair cost, and condition will allow users to visualize the data in a variety of ways. The map also integrates Google's Street View application. What the study does not say is what roads will be done and when or how the work would be funded. Staff are expected to bring forward an asset management plan in the future which will dictate how the dollars are best spent. That plan will take into account the road's condition as well as other factors like traffic volume.

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The Picton Gazette

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

Drama students promote gender equality PECI production keeps Montreal tragedy in spotlight

ADAM BRAMBURGER

Staff writer

Though the Montreal massacre happened before any of them were born, PECI’s senior drama students are helping keep the memory of that tragic Dec. 6 alive. On that day in 1989, a lone gunman walked into Montreal’s Ecole Polytechnique, where he separated the male and female students. Ultimately, in what he called a campaign against feminism, Marc Lepine killed 14 women and injured 10 other women and four men before he turned the gun on himself. On the anniversary of that event, which placed issues of gender violence in an uneasy spotlight around the world,the school’s senior drama class set up at Belleville’s Core Arts and Culture Centre to perform an original collective piece entitled Shine a Light. Drama teacher Matt Sheahan explained the class put together a moving piece based on issues like domestic abuse, gender stereotypes, and gender roles in society for a larger ceremony to pay tribute to the Montreal victims. He indicated the show went over well with the audience assembled. “There weren’t many dry eyes in the room at the Core Arts Centre,” he said. “The students received a standing ovation, followed by a sec-

MOVING PERFORMANCE Senior drama students from PECI share their original composition Shine a Light as part of a ceremony at Belleville’s Core Arts and Culture Centre Friday to mark the anniversary of the Montreal massacre.(Submitted photo)

ond standing ovation when they emerged from the back room at the conclusion of the name-reading ceremony.” Sheahan said he received a lot of positive feedback about the way his students managed a sensitive, serious subject with an air of confidence and maturity. Given their experiences in Belleville, the students wanted to share their piece with another audience and Sheahan managed to arrange that by setting up a performance at PECI for a large group of the school’s own Grade 9 students. He said the drama students themselves wanted to get the word out that domestic violence and gender stereotyping is neither welcomed, nor acceptable behaviour. “It was the kids who asked for the second performance. And when teens

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up with a promotion that it hopes will hit home with families of all ages. They have rewritten the carol The 12 Days of Christmas as The 12 Days of Holiday Fire Safety and replaced the long list of gifts with practical fire safety tips to keep people safe during the busy holiday season. To learn the lyrics please visit www.safeathome.ca/12days. -Staff

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tell me there is something they really want to do that’s an awesome experience for everyone involved, I try to make it happen,” he said. Sheahan observed that while the Grade 9 students didn’t offer quite the enthusiastic response that his students received at the Core Arts and Culture Centre, they weren’t a detached audience by any means. “You can always tell

when a high school audience is invested in a serious performance, he said. “When you can hear a pin drop, it’s silent.” This is the second time that PECI drama students have put together a performance to commemorate the Dec. 6 tragedy. Sheahan said his students also visited the Belleville centre and did a performance for their own peers last year as well.

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With thanks Members of the group B6 Caroline Shuttle, left, and Arlene Wilkinson, right, are presented with an award of thanks from Alternatives for Women of Prince Edward County executive director Rahno Godfrey Friday evening. for their assistance in helping the organization over the past nine Christmases. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

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Alternatives vigil pays tribute to victims of violence against women Jason Parks

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Making difficult end-of-life medical decisions: Who decides and when?

If a physician is of the view that life support is not of any medical benefit to a patient, can that physician decide to withdraw the life-sustaining treatment? Last month, the Supreme Court of Canada made a ruling that brought clarity to this issue. Hassan Rasouli has been on a ventilator at Toronto’s Sunnybrook Health Science Centre since October 2010. After surgery to remove a brain tumour, Rasouli developed meningitis and severe brain damage. His doctors were of the view that Rasouli was in a persistent vegetative state, that all appropriate treatments had been exhausted and that there was no realistic hope for his recovery. They wished to remove his life support and to provide pal-

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liative care until his death. Rasouli’s wife, Parichehr Salasel, was the person authorized to make decisions

with respect to her husband’s medical treatment and she refused to provide her consent to remove her husband’s life support. Salasel would not accept that Rasouli was in a state of permanent and irreversible unconsciousness and believed that, as a devout Shia Muslim, her husband would wish to be kept alive. To restrain Rasouli’s doctors from withdrawing his life support, she applied to the court for assistance. The doctors argued that Salasel’s consent was not required to withdraw her husband’s life support where, in their opinion, such treatment was futile. Under Ontario’s Health Care Consent Act, 1996, the substitute decision-maker, who is usually a close fam-

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ily member, has the right to consent or refuse treatment on behalf of a person who is incapable of doing so. In so doing, the substitute decision maker must take into consideration the incapable person’s prior capable wishes. If the substitute decision maker does not know of a wish applicable to the circumstances or it is impossible to comply with the wish, they must act in the incapable person’s best interests, having regard to a series of factors, including, but not limited to, the person’s medical condition, well-being, the benefits of treatment and their values. Where there are disputes with respect to

care, an administrative tribunal, Ontario’s Consent and Capacity Board, is equipped to hear them. In the Rasouli case, the physicians argued that discontinuing care did not constitute “treatment” under Ontario’s laws and therefore consent of . Rasouli’s wife was unnecessary. The Supreme Court of Canada disagreed and ruled that the physicians could not unilaterally make the decision to remove life support. The decision highlights the ethical dilemmas that both physicians and families face where end of life decisions are at issue and who can make those decisions. An advance care

directive, such as a living will or power of attorney for personal care, is a useful tool to ensure that your wishes will be considered. Speak with your lawyer to determine what is best for you.

Alexandra V. Mayeski of Mayeski Law rofessional Corporation P(www.mayeskilaw.com) has a broad litigation practice in Picton that focuses on estate, trust and capacity issues. This article should not be taken as legal advice or an exhaustive review of the law. It is recommended that readers consult with a lawyer.

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The Ainsworth Funeral Home Atom AE County Kings have booked their spot in the planet's largest international minor hockey tournament. The Kings used stingy defence and clutch scoring this weekend in Halliburton to win the regional Atom AE Silver Stick tournament, going undefeated over the span of five games. Taking on Durham in the finals, the club knew the stakes were high and managed to shade the Crusdaers 1-0. Team captain Austin Bryans scored the eventual game winner early on thanks to help from Owen Payette and Carter Knock. Kings netminder Nolan Lane shutout the opposition en route to the victory, one of three goose eggs he had in the tournament “It was a pretty emotional win for us, the players new that a trip to Niagara Falls was on the line and

regional ChamPs The Ainsworth Funeral Home Atom AE Kings celebrate their Regional Silver Stick Championship in Haliburton on Sunday. The Kings swept the tournament winning all five games and surrendering only two goals. The club will take part in the International Finals next month in Pelham, Ontario. (Submitted photo)

they really wanted that opportunity,” Kings bench boss Jamie Lane said. The club only allowed two goals all weekend including one in their tournament opener Saturday

morning where they sunk the Woodstock Junior Navy Vets 4-1. “It was great defence but it's not just goaltending or our blue line. Our forwards do an excellent job back

checking and a lot of the oppositions shots come from the outside,” Lane explained. After the opener where Ryan Cunningham had a pair and Payette and Emer-

son Byford counted for one each, the Kings tightened things up dramatically. In Game 2, the Kings blanked the Crusaders 2-0 with Payette continuing his strong play and Aiden Red-

dick chipping in with an insurance goal. In Game 3, the Kings tamed the South Muskoka Bears 2-0 and the scoring was spread out. Jarrett Osterhout set up Spencer Scott for the opening goal and later Osterhout scored one of his own thanks to a nice feed from Kacey Cocklin. On Sunday with a trip to the finals on the line, The Kings dropped the Stirling Blues 4-1. Cunningham and Reddick each had a pair for the Kings while Cocklin, Payette, Bryans and Byford all had helpers. In finals play, the Kings hooked up with OMHA Eastern League rivals Stirling and Durham but the intensity was ratcheted up as the stakes were a little bit higher than a regular season contest. “They elevated their games and it was nice to see us answer the challenge. It was really good hockey and different than when we see them in the regular season,” Lane added. The Kings will travel to Pelham next month for the Silver Stick Finals in a multi-age level event that will draw teams from as far away as Maryland, Florida and California.

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Pair of Pirates surpass club’s all-time scoring record Cutler’s career mark of 246 points falls Jason Parks

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While thursday's 11-0 romp over the Deseronto Storm lacked for drama, it was a very significant game for a pair of long time Picton Pirates. Overage forwards Jack Davison and Ryan Sizer both managed to eclipse the club's career mark in regular season points, formerly held by County native Shane Cutler. Cutler's 246 career points amassed when the shifty centreman starred for the Pirates of the late 1990s was the club record until

Sizer scored a breakaway goal at the 10:05 mark of the first period. The goal gave Sizer 247 career points. Later in the same game, Davison scored and then picked up an assist, putting him at 247 points for his career with the local junior C club. Ironically, Sizer and Davison, along with former Pirate Jeff Kingdon, formed a line of rookies in 2009 dubbed the 'Kid Line' and the duo have likely assisted on about 75 per cent of each other’s tallies in the past four-and-a-half seasons.

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For the third consecutive weekend, the Wellington Dukes spent some time atop of the OJHL's East Division. And, for yet another consecutive week, they have been knocked off the top perch by the time this weekly newspaper is published. Such is the pattern in Ontario Junior A Hockey's most competitive loop. But, in this dog-eat-eat division, it behooves Wellington to stay hungry and never be satisfied. And judging by the demeanour of their coach and general manager following a three out of four possible points weekend, the team isn't quite satisfied with their most recent body of work. An emotional 5-1 beating of the Kingston Voyageurs at home Friday evening was followed by a 4-3 shootout loss to the suddenly streaking Milton Ice Hawks on Sunday.

Winning the battle Wellington defenceman Jacob Hetherington battles Kingston Voyageur Cole Bolton in front of netminder Tyson Teichmann Friday night during the Dukes 5-1 win. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

The three points gained give the Dukes (19-8-4) 44 points, good enough for second in the East, following Cobourg who won Monday evening and knocked Wellington out of top spot by virtue of their

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45 points. Yes, missing that last point in Milton made for some collective moans and groans on the bus ride home Sunday evening. “Going into the weekend, you are playing a real

good team in Kingston and a team that's won five in a row in Milton and you think 'We need to get some points this weekend.' Then we come out with a real solid effort against Kingston and you kind of get greedy and you want all of them,” Abrams said of the club's change in attitude after Friday's victory. “We got up 3-1 in Milton and we basically shot ourselves in the foot. We took three of the most undisciplined penalties that I've seen here in a long time and when you do that, it will come back to haunt you every time.” With the score tied at 3, Wellington had a chance to break the hearts of Ice Hawk fans in the very late going as Erick Delaurentis set up Steven Deeg in front of Ben Blacker but a potential game winning goal was denied with about three seconds left in regulation. In the shootout, Wellington had a another chance to seal the deal when Mike Robinson was the last shooter in Round Three and had the chance to win it but was denied by Blacker.

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Senior Panthers overcome first-half deficits to beat Quinte, Nicholson Stingy defence leads PECI to dramatic victory at home Monday AdAm BrAmBurger

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Bring on the second half, that's when the PECI Senior Basketball Panther do their best work. Twice in the past week, the Panthers found themselves trailing at the break, yet when the final buzzer sounded, they were recording victories to run their Bay of Quinte record to 4-0. On Monday, the Panthers bounced back from a four-point deficit to top the rival Nicholson Crusaders 44-42 in front of a packed gym at home. Last Thursday at Quinte, they came back from even tougher odds, erasing a nine-point deficit to win by nine — 4537. Coach Ernie MacMillan said both games were efforts where his Panthers didn't start working as hard as they could until they were behind, but he never lost faith in their ability to prevail. "I always tell our guys if you lose in the first quarter or second quarter, that's okay, it's a long game," said MacMillan. "It's about the third and fourth quarter, that's when the money is on the line. You've got to come out and play really hard. That's when we win games." Monday's contest went right down to the wire after the Panthers' adjustments in the third quarter proved fruitful. Defensively, PECI got more aggressive as they set up a trapping defence that led to turnovers near mid court. Within a minute, the Panthers had the game tied and they looked to break it open with back-to-back fast

driving the lAne Panther Kyle Gould looks for a scoring chance as Nicholson Crusader Mitch Tomlin plays close defence Monday. The teams traded momentum through the game as the Panthers’ win was secured on the last play . (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

break baskets by Taylor Reddick and Blaine Swackhammer, however, Nicholson's Jake Brak put up a three-pointer to keep the game even going into the fourth. The definitive moments would come late in the contest, with more aggressive play from Reddick and Mark Mitchell at the top of the court defensively. With less than a minute-and-ahalf to play, Reddick converted one lay-up off the rush to put the Panthers ahead by one, then forced another turnover. He was ultimately fouled and hit one of two shots with 1:21 left on the clock. Reddick again stole the ball with about a minute to play but missed a shot from short range, allowing the Crusaders back up court for a good chance to tie it. Morgan Johnson was waiting to defend the hoop, however, and he swatted

away the Crusaders' chance with 24 seconds to play. The Panthers took their timeout, which was followed immediately by a full timeout from Nicholson. Mitchell said his team had anticipated the play their rivals were going to draw up. "When they took the timeout, we knew they were going to draw something up," he said. "We kept them from the corner. They kept inbounding into the corner. They do a hand off and their point guard would shoot the three." Sure enough, the Crusaders were looking for that play, but the Panthers stuck tight to their men on the inbound pass. Nicholson eventually got the ball to Brak for an open shot, but it was from far out in three-point territory. His attempt missed off the high board and Johnson scooped the rebound.

McMillan said his team executed its trap defence to perfection when it mattered most. "They threw it in the corner, we got the good trap and there was no shot. They got it back up here (to mid-court) and were pressured to take a bad shot. That's what we wanted to do and we made sure that everyone knew where everybody was," he said. Mitchell said seeing Johnson grab the ball and hold it for a win was a big moment for the team. "I think it was our first time winning (against Nicholson) in I don't know how many years. It was our first time winning since I've played here and this is my fifth year. It was good." MacMillan credited

Nicholson for making great strides from where they were in the preseason. He stressed that defence was the turning point for a Panthers team that looked tired and sluggish to start the game. During the first half, the Crusaders managed to strike for six three-pointers. During the second half, they hit just two from that range. "Those points make a big difference," he said. Seven different Panthers scored as Reddick led the charge with 18 points and Johnson 12. Jack Goyer was the top scorer for the Crusaders with 15. On Thursday, MacMillan said it was a similar story with the Saints' top shooter David Taylor putting up four three-point shots himself during the first half. In the second, the Panthers went to a tighter man-to-man defence and

took his looks at the basket away from him. "We covered him all over the floor and didn't give him a look. We made him be a dribbler and when you do that to a shooter it changes the game dramatically." Reddick was the Panthers’ top scorer in the game as he contributed 25 points, most in the second half. The Panthers are heading to Kingston this weekend for another tournament and having already played 18 games through Monday, MacMillan said his team is ready for the Christmas break. "We're tired now. We've never played as many games this early and we need the Christmas break to get away from basketball," he said. 'It's helping though. You get better as you play more."

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LOOKING FOR a place to call home? Very clean and sunny 3 bedroom. Well maintained. Charming in-town location! Fridge/stove, water incl., $1,000 rebate available. Monthly rent $1,100 plus heat and hydro. mypictonhouse@gmail.com SECURE INDOOR Storage, RV's, trailers, cars and boats or other, 14' wide access door. Outdoor storage also available. Supervised access door. Outdoor storage also available. Supervised access by appointment only by owner living on property 613-503-1819

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has available a large, comfortable all inclusive suite with 4 pc bath, private entrance, large deck. This suite is ideal for a senior couple. Available immediately!

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CARS AND TRUCKS

CARS AND trucks wanted for scrap or recycling, we buy scrap metal, free pickup or you bring in. Dan 613-929-7572. We also sell auto parts and tires.

WANTED

MINT AND used postage stamps, covers, post cards, coins and paper money. Call Bob 613-967-2118.

WANTED STANDING Timber, hard and soft wood. ALSO looking for field boulders 613-968-5182.

CHILD CARE

DAYCARE AVAILABLE, full & part-time on Sophiasburgh bus route. Located on Black Rd. Call Sarah, 613-476-5793

www.hicksfuneralhome.ca

Providing professional service with care, dignity and personal attention to all details surrounding the loss of a loved one. 2 Centre Street, Picton Robert C. Osborne 476-5571 Funeral Director NOTE: Report errors immediately. The Picton Gazette will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion of an advertisement. CLASSIFIED DEADLINES: Tuesday at 4:00pm

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A DINNER Party. Party Platters, hor d'oeuvres. Now taking orders for Christmas Parties. Call Sheila Brushey Catering. 613-393-5021. A WINTER day is the time to get rid of unwanted trash, trees trimmed, pruning and any other jobs. Half ton truck available. No job too small. For reasonable rates call Paul 613-393-5021. ABSOLUTE LAWN and Home Maintenance. Snow removal, home repairs and renovations. Call 613-920-0681

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BURROWS RENOVATIONS, decks, landings, storage sheds, railings, building repairs, drywall & trim; flooring & painting 613476-7617. HOUSEKEEPING. One time or whatever you need. Phone 613393-1357. RETIRED MATH Teacher available to tutor students in Math Grades 7-11 call 613-476-5116 evenings. SNOWBLOWING & SHOVELLING available, County Gardener, local cell 613-885-1307.

SPECIAL NOTICES

CONGRATULATIONS to the winners of the 2013 Prince Edward MS Unit raffle: 1st prize of a framed Castle Villeneuve drawing by Gilles Miramontes, Jack Corman of Picton; 2nd prize of a handmade queen quilt by Fern Root, Hattie VanDyk and Hazel Dainard, Sharron Chandonnet of Big Island; and 3rd prize of a stained glass panel by Pete's Stained Glass, Ianthe Stringer of Picton. The Prince Edward MS Unit would like to thank the community for their support in purchasing our Christmas Cakes, puddings, shortbreads, truffles and nuts. Your generosity goes to improving the quality of life for those in the County with MS as well as contributing to funding for research into this disease. MARJ'S HAND KNITS. Baby sets, socks, mitts, toques, helmets, tea cosies, legwarmers, slippers & children's sweaters. Marj Struthers 613-476-4229.

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COMING EVENTS

OLDE TYME Christmas, Lorrain Sine and friends. Saturday, December 14th, 7-9pm, Picton United Church. $15 at door. All proceeds to Loyalist Humane Society

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COMING EVENTS

ThE LOYALIST hUMANE SOCIETY Proudly Presents AN OLD TYME CHRISTMAS Music Celebration with Lorain Sine , Jon Milford, rob Johnson, Fraser Hardman. Special Guest: Bernice Hardy. December 14, 2013 Picton United Church 7pm-9pm. Tickets sold at the door $15 each. All proceeds to the Loyalist Humane Society. Contact 613-399-2055.

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A SILVER hoop earring with silver kitten hanging onto hoop. Lost on Main Street, Sunday, Dec 8th. Great sentimental value. If found pleas call 613-476-7983

MEMORIAMS

FERGUSON, Clifford. In loving memory of a dear Dad and Grandpa who passed away December 10, 2011. Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. For death leaves a heartache, no one can heal And love leaves a memory, no one can steal. Remembered always, Richard, Andrea, Dan and Amy, Stacey and Kevin and Olivia. hAWLEY- Herman Johnston. December 2012. In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather and great grandfather. It's been a year ago today that you went away And nothing seems the same.The house that was and felt like home Is just a house with you missing. What I wouldn't give to see you out in the barn with your horses, or feeding them carrots over the fence, raising and feeding your chickens and ducks, driving your tractor or going to horse pulls with me. But mostly I wish you were standing over your woodstove warming your hands or sitting in your lazyboy chair. What we wouldn't give to see and have you here with us, your smile and bright blue eyes. Missing you Dad, love you today and always. Love your son Ron (Susan) grandaughters Robin (Adam) Melissa (Derrick), great grandchildren Jaden, Breanna, A.J., Jerica and Jacob.

CARDS OF ThANKS The New North Marysburgh Sign is in Operation

Thank You

Wendy Lane, PEC Eskerod Signs, Kingston John Brooks Electric, Picton A very special thanks to Drew & Christine Harrison of Drew Harrison Haulage Ltd. for their generous donation. To all the Volunteers who helped raise the money and especially Ellen Snider, the driving force behind this project. Thanks again North Marysburgh Rec Committee and Don Hopkins We, the family of the late Bernard Chapman have been overwhelmed by all the love and support during this difficult time. We would like to thank so many, including: Dave and Michelle (love you); first responders- firefighters, paramedics, and police; Quinte Health Care, doctors and staff; Hospice Prince Edward; friends and family who visited Bernard during his final days; family, friends and neighbours who attended the remembrance service; family, friends, neighbours who donated in Bernard's memory; family, friends, neighbours who have sent condolences by mail, email, phone and in person. Bernard was a husband, father, grandfather, friend, mentor and neighbour who will be missed by all. Thank you! The Chapman family

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Terry hineman

In loving memory of my husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who passed away on December 14, 2010. He is greatly missed by all. He was kind and he would do anything for anyone. He was Santa and he will be greatly missed but not forgotten. On special occasions and holidays we know you are near. With love your family, wife Sharon, daughter Tracey and son-in-law James, son Scott and Christine; grandchildren T.G. and Alicia, Tanya, Madison; great grandchildren Billi, Ethan, Lucas and Gavin

ISENOR- Melissa. June 1990-December 2007. In memory of a dear granddaughter. We are sad within our memory, Lonely are our hearts today; For the one we loved so dearly Has forever been called away; We think of her in silence, No eye can see us weep, But many silent tears are shed, When others are asleep. Nanny & Poppy Gorsline. McMAhON, Shaun August 14, 1960-December 18, 2008 Silent memories keep you near As time unfolds another year No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts you are always there. Forever missed by Rae, Mary and Donna ROBLIN- In loving memory of a dear father, Bill, who passed away October 18, 1976 and a dear mother Inez, who passed away December 16, 1970 and a dear brother Ron who passed away March 15, 2006 and a dear sisterin-law Edith, who passed away September 21, 2011. Because of you Our own small world Will never be the same And all our hearts Are filled with love When people speak your names Although your face May not be seen Among us here today Your love is felt in all the hearts You changed along the way. Always loved and remembered by Hugh & Marjorea and Marie & Glen. TANSEY- In Memoriam of John Joseph Tansey 1936-2006. Though his smile is gone forever And his hand we cannot touch, Still we have so many memories Of the one we loved so much. His memory is our keepsake With which we'll never part, God has him in his keeping We have him in our hearts Never forgotten "Sweetheart" Rosalie.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

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ABBOTT, Enid Florence

At the age of ninety, following a brief illness, Enid passed peacefully on Thursday December 5, 2013 at the Kingston General Hospital. She was surrounded by her three daughters and their families which was always her greatest pleasure: Sandy Abbott, Craig Beattie and spouse Kim Lawrence, with children Evelyn and Reid; Aiden Beattie and husband Jared Montiel; Kris Abbott and wife Dee McNeil; Karen and John Russell, with children Adam and Abby. Enid has rejoined her husband, Aiden Abbott, who was taken from us far too early. As Enid desired, cremation has taken place and a gathering of family and friends will take place in Kingston at a later date to be announced. In the sprit of the season, donations to the Children's Christmas Wish program in your community would be something Enid would have appreciated. (Cheques only, please) Arrangements entrusted to the 2 Centre Street www.hicksfuneralhome.ca

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McNAMEE - MWO (Ret’d) David Andrew McNamee, CD

died peacefully at home in Trenton, ON, on Friday, November 29, 2013. Dave was born December 8, 1920, in Killarney, Manitoba. He enjoyed a long career in the RCAF, serving in British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec and Labrador, first as an air frame mechanic during World War II and later as an Air Force policeman. After leaving the RCAF in 1970, he spent nine years as Chief Constable, Brandon City Police. He then moved to southern Ontario and served with the Corps of Commissionaires before retiring in Grimsby. He moved to Trenton in 2009. Dave was predeceased by his parents Andy and Allie McNamee, brother Delmer, first wife Sadie, his wife Lue and grandson Kelly Regis. He is survived by sons Garry (Judy) of Wellington and Rick (Dianne) of Belleville, daughters Judy Regis of Kingston, Dona Geggie (Don) of Picton and Terry McNamee of Trenton, and numerous grandchildren and greatgrand children. Cremation has taken place. Memorial donations may go to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart and Stroke Association or the Brain Tumour Association of Canada. “I have slipped the surly bonds of Earth And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings.” (from High Flight, by RCAF Pilot Officer John Gillespie Magee) www.whattamfuneralhome.com

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Karen Jane Lambert

At home, surrounded by her family, on Sunday December 8th, 2013, Karen Lambert (nee Charlebois), at the age of 56. Beloved wife of Paul and loving mother of Julie and her husband Leonard Sykes of Barrie and Janice Lambert of Picton. Proud grandmother of Andrew, Hannah, Nathan and Matthew. Loved daughter of Shirley and the late Bob Charlebois of Wellington and sister of Donna Curtis (Harry) of Ottawa and Wendy Ryan (Karl) of Picton. Funeral Service in Emmanuel Baptist Church, Bloomfield, on Thursday December 12th at 11 am. Pastor Peter Spragg officiating with Pastor Dennis Pringle. Spring interment in Sophiasburgh Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations to Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy or the UHKF Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated. (Cheques only, please) The family will receive friends at the Church Thursday morning from 10 am. until Service time. Arrangements entrusted to the Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton, ON 613-476-2450 www.whattamfuneralhome.com

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MCCAW, Vernon Douglas

Vernon McCaw died of complications from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis on December 5, 2013 at West End Villa, Ottawa. He was born on a farm south of Picton in Prince Edward County on February 13, 1929. He leaves behind his beloved spouse, Dr. Elaine Keillor, nieces Lois Brough of Milford, ON, Marlene Baxter of Toledo, ON, Joan McCaw of California and nephews, Lee Lockwood of Abbotsford, BC, Dr. Glenn Lockwood of Ottawa and Jason Smith of Northport. His parents William and Eva McCaw, sisters Lillian Lockwood and Shirley Smith, brothers Fredrick McCaw, and Dr. Ralph McCaw, nieces Corinne Broadbent and Sharon McCaw and nephews Daniel McCaw predeaceased him. Vernon attended Queen's University, the University of Western Ontario and the University of Toronto, to earn BA and MEd degrees. He also studied accounting and statistics. For 16 years he taught at elementary and secondary schools. During the last 24 years of his professional life he worked in accountancy and statistics for the Board of Education, City of Toronto. During his life he enjoyed attending musical and dramatic performances, cycling, swimming, canoeing, gardening and painting. Family and friends are invited to visit at the Central Chapel of Huise, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street (at O'Conner) on Saturday December 14th from 12:30pm until the time of the Celebration of Life Service in the Chapel at 1:30pm. A private Graveside Service has already taken place at Beechwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be welcome. www.mcgarryfamily.ca

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Busy Hands Christmas Gift & Craft Sale 47 local vendors Located upstairs at Books & Company 289 Main St, Picton

Sat, Dec 14 9am-6pm Sun, Dec 15 10am-4pm

AUCTIONS

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13Th qUALITY CONSIGNMENT SALE

6:30pm Viewing 5:00pm 662 Cty. Rd. #12. 3.5 kms southwest of Bloomfield at Koopmans Auction Centre. Check last week’s Gazette or website for more details and pictures. www.koopmansauctionservices.com Coming: Friday, Jan. 10th, 2014 Sale - 2009 Mercedes hard top convertible sports car (Model SLK55) with only 37,000km, 1973 Mercedes convertible with hard and soft top. More information on future ad. Always accepting good clean consignment for upcoming sales. We also conduct Estates and Commercial sales on site. For your entire auction needs, call Auctioneer: Gerald Koopmans 613-393-1732

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18

AT 5:00 p.M. ESTATE AUCTION SALE AT DOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE Kenmore range, Deilcraft dining table/leaf, 6 chairs & matching hutch, Kitchen table & 4 chrome chairs, wrought iron round glass top table & 4 chairs, loveseat & matching wing back chair, coffee & end tables, Vilas maple single pedestal desk, swivel rocker, magazine rack, Electrohome cabinet record player, “D” end table, Double bed/ BS & mattress, Malcolm high boy, dresser/ mirror & 2 night tables, wicker 3 drawer chest, Area rug, large qty. of good quality smalls, glass & china, collector plates, crystal, 8 place setting of Royal Albert “Old English Rose” dishes including tea pot, cream & sugar & mint tray, cranberry pieces, old cook books, copper pieces, collector plates & numerous other smalls. This is a very good sale of quality, furniture & smalls all very clean and in excellent condition. See my web site for detailed list & photos. AUCTIONEERS: DOUG JARRELL & BEN TREVERTON 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com

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The Picton Gazette

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

Comeback in Napanee extends Pirates’ winning streak to eight Picton recovers from 3-0 first period deficit with four second-period goals to win first half of home-and-home series Chad Ibbotson

Staff writer

The Picton Pirates increased their latest win streak to eight games this week, including a significant comeback win over the Napanee Raiders on Tuesday. The Pirates were coming off 11–0 and 4–0 wins over the Deseronto Storm and the Campbellford Rebels respectively leading into Tuesday's eventual 4–3 triumph over the Raiders. Coming into Tuesday's game the Pirates had won seven straight — including five straight shutouts for veteran goaltender Adam Wood. Pirates coach and general manager said the team is simply playing solid, fundamental hockey and taking the season game by game. “We're focused on just taking it a game at a time and finding ways to win,” Woodward said. While wins are never routine, last Thursday's face-off versus the lastplace Storm was about as close as one could get. The scoring came early and often once again for the Pirates as the embattled storm struggled at both ends of the ice. Corey Prince got Picton on the board at 2:25 of the period. Ryan Sizer (two), Griffin McCarty (power play) and Brian Bunnett also notched first-period goals for Picton. The Pirates’ strong play continued in the second with Clint Aussprung, Nolan Van Vlack, and Jack Davison adding to the Picton lead. Prince would complete the hat trick in the third while Taylor Brown and Chris Jones added singles to take an 11–0 victory. The Pirates headed to Campbellford on Friday to

Record chase may last all season

SCORING, from page 20

With both players due to play significant minutes during the rest of the regular season, the record as to who becomes the all time Picton Pirates leading scorer won't likely be settled until the final game of the season. After Tuesday's come from behind win in Napanee, Sizer currently leads Davison by two points, 252 to 250.

Two wins, loss for Bantam AEs

The Prince Edward County Bantam AE Kings took two road wins, but suffered a home loss last week. In Brighton Keegan Scott, Iain Cameron, Ty Williams, Isaiah Strome, Lucas Wiens, and Wyatt Gilbert scored in a 6-3 win over the Braves. In Lakefield, Gilbert scored twice with Williams and Jordan Stacey adding singles in a 4-1 win. Keiran Squires and Wiens scored in a 4-2 loss to Lakefield at home. -Staff

grIndIng It out Picton Pirates defenceman Nolan Powers protects the puck deep in Napanee territory Tuesday as Raiders defenders Jake Falcao (22) and Will Peirson battle for possession. The Raiders were sparked by three early goals on teddy bear toss night, but the Pirates ultimately prevailed 4-3 at the Strathcona Paper Centre. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

face the Rebels having suffered both of the club's losses in the Rebels' rink. However, Picton quickly swayed momentum in their favour with a goal at 4:15 of the opening frame from captain Evan Greer. Sizer and Brandon Peever had the assists. Devin McCann added one midway through the frame to double the lead with Peever and Davison picking up helpers on the play. Greer would add to the lead with his second goal less than two minutes later and Peever picked up his third assist on the night. Despite the three goals the Pirates managed just

nine shots on goal while holding the Rebels to just six. That theme carried through a scoreless second period as both teams struggled to find open space on a small Campbellford ice surface. Picton managed another nine shots on goal in the middle frame while allowing the Rebels seven shots. Midway through the third period McCarty added to the Picton lead and the Rebels weren't able to get anything on the board as the Pirates picked up another two points. The win marked the fifth -straight shutout for goal-

tender Wood. Woodward said Wood is a mature goaltender who's working hard with Pirates since returning from the Wellington Dukes earlier this season. “He's very focused right now. He's seeing the puck and battling hard, and he's making the key saves,” said Woodward. “It's really nice to see him have the success and really nice to see the guys working hard in front of him.” The Pirates sailed into Napanee on Tuesday evening searching for an eighth straight victory, but quickly met with a game opposition who made the

most of opportunities. Ryan Casselman got the Raiders on the board at 7:07 of the first and Chis Doyle doubled the lead just over a minute later. At 10:37 Tyler Romain added to the Raiders' lead and sent the Pirates into the break looking for answers. Despite outshooting Napanee 21–9, the Pirates entered the second period down 3–0. However, the Pirates didn't stop working. Bunnett took a chunk off the lead, finding the back of the net 3:53 into the period with Steven Clarke and Greer picking up assists. Under two minutes later

Davison narrowed the gap to just a goal. Brown and Jones assisted on the play. Davison would even things up, beating Napanee goaltender Kyle Copeland at 13:30 of the middle frame after a nice feed from Greer. Sizer potted the goahead goal, finishing off a play from Bunnett and Greer to give the Pirates a lead they would not relinquish. The third would go scoreless as the Pirates showed a positive response to adversity. Woodward said it was one of the closest games the Pirates have had against the Raiders this season. He said the Raiders came out hard and had a solid game. “The game was chippy, there was a lot of emotion involved, and it was one of the first times we've found ourselves in that situation this season,” he said. “The guys did a good job in the way they responded. Everybody stayed calm.” The Pirates will look to continue the streak in their only game this week, which comes tonight with a rematch against the Raiders in Picton. Puck drop is 7:30 p.m. Around the boards: The Pirates lead the Empire B Junior C Hockey League in many individual statistics through 25 games. Bunnett leads the league in scoring with 59 points ahead of Sizer, Greer, and Davison respectfully. Bunnett tops both the goals and assists charts. Clarke is the league’s top scoring defenceman with 34 points. Wood and Andrew Pearson are 1-2 in save percentage and goals against average. Amherstview’s Josh Leblanc is the top-scoring rookie with 32 points, while Port Hope’s Dylan Baxter and Amherstview’s Kyle Pengelly lead the penalty parade with 60 minutes each.

The Picton Gazette

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

‘Deeging’ Deep Wellington Duke Steven Deeg

tries to get a step on the Kingston Voyageurs during the club’s victory at the Essroc Arena Friday night. Deeg scored in the third period of the 5-1 win. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

The Ag & Rural Update is an electronic bulletin that is produced weekly by staff at the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture & Food, (OMAF), Brighton Resource Centre is distributed free to subscribers. Not all of the information used in this farm calendar is supplied by the electronic bulletin.

Dec 16 - Growing Your Farm Profit Workshop (Day 2), 10am-5pm - Trinity United Church, 2170 Trinity Road, Elginburg, ON (take Sydenham Road North of 401 ~5km to Unity Road, go West to Church) Start the business planning process by attending this FREE two-day interactive workshop. You will assess business management practices, determine priorities and key goals, develop realistic action plans and learn about cost-share funding opportunities. Lunch is NOT provided so please bring your own. Refreshments and snacks will be available. To register online, visit www.ontariosoilcrop.org. or email arlene.ross@ontariosoilcrop.org Regional Program Lead, Soil and Crop Improvement Association

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CORN $162.00/t NEW CROP CORN $169.00/t NEW CROP WHEAT $218.00/t SOYBEANS $503.00/t NEW CROP SOYBEANS $425.00/t

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Dec 12 - Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture Monthly Director Meeting, 7:30-10pm, OPP Office Boardroom, County Rd. 1, (Schoharie Road), Picton, ON. All Welcome! Contact Patti Stacey at 613-4763842 or email princeedwardfarmers@gmail.com Jan 9 - Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture Monthly Director Meeting, 7:30-10pm, OPP Office Boardroom, County Rd. 1, (Schoharie Road), Picton, ON. All Welcome! Contact Patti Stacey at 613-4763842 or email princeedwardfarmers@gmail.com

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Wellington tops Kingston 5-1

DUKES, from page 20

Ryan Burns would lead off round four with a goal for the Ice Hawks and Joe McKeown was unable to tie the penalty shot competition as his attempt was stopped by Milton's 16-year-old netminder. Whether its offending the hockey gods or some other subliminal force inside the arena, Abrams figures the Dukes issues in failing to seal the game at various junctions starts with bad penalties. “You get playing around, taking undisciplined penalties and you don't get the breaks when you need them. I firmly believe that. Am I happy about three out of four? Absolutely. But we had the chance to get all four, we didn't and we did it to ourselves,” he added. Wellington's Kyle Paat beat a screened Blacker to to open the scoring at 10:17 of the first. The Dukes doubled that lead a few shifts later when Mike Soucier tipped Chad Thibodeau's point shot at 14:29. But Soucier took a holding minor with just two seconds left in the frame and Milton's Mitch Graham would score a power-play goal that was deflected past Tyson Teichmann off a skate in the early part of the second that made it 2-1. A few minutes later, Wellington would be down a defenceman after Graham hit Thibodeau in the corner during a stoppage in play. The hulking Dukes blueliner rose and defended himself, sending Graham to the ice in a series of two punches. Wellington clearly won the battle in the dust up, but the war of attrition might have been swung in the hosts favour. Later in the frame, Wellington restored the two goal lead when great forechecking work by Abbott Girduckis and McKeown led to a one timer off the stick of Maurizio Colella at 13:13. In the third, Wellington would surrender the lead in short order. Alex Riche, Jeremy Gottzmann and Shane Bennett turned on the razzle dazzle as a tic-tac-toe passing play beat Wellington at 5:42 to cut the Dukes lead in half. Under 30 seconds later, Josh Pace shocked Teichmann with a tip in front and the game was tied. Wellington had a few chances to to win in the late going but none better than the aforementioned Deeg chance in the dying seconds. On Friday, Kingston paid their first visit to Essroc Arena this season and were given a 5-1 loss for their troubles. Tied 1-1 after one, Wellington took the game to Kingston in the second. Josh Supryka bagged the eventual game winner when he picked the corner on a

one-on-two rush just 94 seconds into the frame. In the final 120 seconds of the second, Souicer would bust in on Kingston netminder Alex Brooks-Potts and shelve a backhand over him for a 3-1 lead. Wellington kept pouring it on in the third and with Brooks-Potts lifted for Sam Tanguay, Deeg made a slick move on a two-on-one, dekeing the Kingston goalie to tuck home the Dukes fourth of the night at 5:10. Kingston had some push back down 4-1 and Tiechmann was sharp in making saves and controlling rebounds so the Vees couldn't get any momentum around the crease. Abrams noticed the calming influence Tiechmann has had as he's settled into the Wellington net. “We knew he's talented but the other thing that's impressive is that he's highly competitive. He doesn't like to get scored on and he wants to win. He wants to preform and help the team. To see a guy with his resume come in and want to win just as bad or worse than the rest the players is inspiring and it's rubbing off,” the coach said. Wellington wasn't done scoring and as Kingston frustrations boiled over, the visitors composure vanished. McKeown would tip home a Supryka feed in the late going during a five-onthree power-play to rub salt in the wound of the Vees defeat. While the visitors couldn't match the hosts on the scoresheet, Kingston took four minors and a 10-minute misconduct in the final ten minutes as they tried to exact a physical toll on Wellington. The game marked a break out for Supryka. The 16-yearold forward is making the most of his opportunity on Wellington's top line with Deeg and Delaurentis and has five points in his last three games. “We knew it was going to be a process with Josh. The last two weeks he's played like he did in our training camp. There was a levelling off like all young players do but he's worked extremely hard on his game even when he hasn't been in the lineup to get himself ready and focused. This approach has really lead to his development,” Abrams said. Supryka has gotten a chance with Wellington's top unit thanks in part to a nagging injury to Trevor Cope who is still sidelined with a deep bruise on his leg. “We want to make sure he is 100 per cent when he returns, we don't want this to become a nagging thing that affects him in January,” Abrams said. Wellington welcomes Orangeville Friday night and the Toronto Lakeshore Patriots on Sunday.

The Picton Gazette

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

We finally did it, Happy Wife and kids = Happy Life

NO DOUBT CONVERTING MY OIL FURNACE TO GAS PAID OFF WITH $2000 CASH IN MY POCKET BEFORE X-MAS And you can too. Let me explain. (Thank You ACCESS HVAC for a job well done. JANICE and CARL B. from Frankford) (What a smooth install. SHIRLEY and WALTER S. from Brighton)

joins ROC Program & Communications person Katy McIntyre and Program Facilitator Hilary Fennell selling ROC Star Decals last week (Submitted Photo)

County residents have their chance to become ROC Stars to help youth Creative two-week campaign planned to help fundraise $20,000 for programs Jason Parks

Staff writer

Supporters of youth in Prince Edward County have a chance to become a ROC Star over the next two weeks. The Recreation Outreach Centre (ROC) is undertaking a $20,000 fundraising campaign in the coming days to help form programming for 2014. The youth organization whose mission is to enhance the healthy development of children and youth in body, mind and spirit by promoting physical activity, the creative arts and positive lifestyle choices offers in school and after school programs, evening programs, teen events, workshops and summer day camp programming. In place of a gala or single fundraising event, ROC representatives and youth will campaigning in Picton, Wellington and Bloomfield over the next two weeks, selling ROC Star decals. “The number one thing is that while we receive some grants here and there, we don't have a regular source of ongoing funding. The fact the ROC has been successful for 13 years in the community is because of the community and their support-both volunteer wise and financially,” said Katy McIntyre had of ROC Programs & Communications. The organization offers recreation and mentoring programs that help kids to stay in school, avoid risky behaviour, live healthy lives and learn the importance of helping others. Currently, The group's largest outreach program is Club ROC, an after school

program operating two nights a week for students from Kindergarten to Grade eight at Queen Elizabeth Elementary School in Picton. Over 120 children from all over Prince Edward County come to the program every week and ROC Executive Director Hilary Fennell said the free program offers just about everything for everyone. “First off, we make sure it's fun place to be. There's sports, creative arts, activities. We know costs can be prohibitive for some people in the community, so to have this available at no cost is important,” she said. Friendly and engaging volunteers host the programs and Fennell added the children almost immediately start to show signs of higher self esteem. Campaign materials and star decals have been designed and produced at no cost by KA Media of Picton. “Their generosity has allowed us to really focus on the work of the campaign,” Fennell said. The ROC Star campaign goal will provide sustainability to eight programs, trips and/or events. Donations can be made in person to the ROC representatives, through their website (theroc.ca) or by contacting the organization's facebook page. “If people want to support County youth whichever way, we will get a star decal to them,” McIntyre said. “We really hope people take these stars and put them up in their window so that children can see they are supported by our community to shine.”

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CHRISTMAS TRADITION

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

Mertens says budget is ‘doable’

See NETWORK, page 14

He said other major challenges in compiling the 2014 budget were a decrease in Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) funding of about $267,000 and a policing cost increase of $408,000 due largely to an OPP wage increase.

Mayor Peter Mertens described the draft presented by staff as “a very doable budget” after wrapping up discussions on Monday. However, he said there were still many issues that council would have do deal with during deliberations. He outlined infrastructure needs as one of those key areas.

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The Picton Gazette

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013

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Open concept design makes for a lovely bright home. Full basement for your finishing ideas and detached 2 car garage for the hobbyist! $259,000 MLS 2137455 Prince Edward County Realty Inc. LinDa MiDDLetOn, Broker of record/Owner Brokerage 613-476-7800 98 Main Street, picton, On

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www.21aLetHa.cOM Spacious Wellington on the Lake `Hounslow` model, easy living all on one level. This home features a sunny kitchen, dining area, living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and den. Large master bedroom with walk-in closet and 3 piece ensuite with shower. Large 2 car garage, lots of light and walkout to deck. Premium adult lifestyle community features recreation center, swimming pool, tennis, walk to golf course. $199,900 MLS 2136549 LantHOrn reaL eState LtD., BrOKeraGe* *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

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cLOSe tO waupOOS Marina anD winerieS Pub/restaurant, living quarters, great location. Close to wineries, marina, on County Rd 8. Licensed for 140 people, double patio, dining rm, pub area. Lg living area upstairs, possible bed & breakfast. Perfect for the entrepreneur who is open to ideas. Could be small convenience store, would be great for caterer. MLS® 2130928 GeOrGe reiD, ® Broker 613-399-2134 Real Estate Inc. Brokerage quinteisle.com

uinte Isle

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1426 fry rOaD $525,000 Custom built home with built in features everywhere. Enjoy the radiant floor heating on both levels, hardwood and ceramic flooring, attached double garage with inside entry and maintenance free stone exterior. MLS®2136032 call eLiZaBetH crOMBie, Sales rep 613-476-2700 or toll free 1-877-476-0096 www.pictonhomes.com

Lovely 2 bedroom home on a gorgeous treed lot, perfect for a couple or weekend retreat. Large master bedroom with rustic look refinished floors, brand new 3 piece en-suite and walk-in closet, 2nd bedroom next to the newly renovated main bath. Large stone fireplace in the living room is the focal point. Large eat in kitchen and sunroom on the main floor. In-ground pool, 2 detached outbuildings and attached 1 car garage. Many renovations completed. Just minutes from Picton and Sandbanks. nOw JuSt $219,900 MLS 2133886 call Mary Jane MiLLS, Broker 613-476-5900 mills2@sympatico.ca QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE www.maryjanemills.com

Winterized log cottage nestled on the shore of Smiths Bay, looking down the bay to Waupoos Is. 10 mins. to Picton and a few minutes to the Black River Cheese factory. Totally renovated and upgraded from insulation, the picturesque red metal roof, slate floors, wiring and dbl. paned windows with that special touch of Acadian forged iron latches. Woodstoves on both levels plus a 3 season verandah with large decks and an outdoor shower. Bunkie being used presently as an exercise room and garden shed. Waterfront is partially natural and one can view on most days the wildlife that inhabits the bay. Sunsets can be enjoyed from almost anywhere on this property. $548,000 MLS 2137416

1687 cOunty rOaD 8 Brand new well, great flow rate. $179,900 MLS 2135515

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terrific faMiLy HOMe Well priced home in a very quiet upscale neighborhood. Inground pool, Very private fully fenced backyard and patio BBQ area, complete with a Gazebo. Gas fireplace, newly renovated bathrooms, Designer Kitchen, and most recently a newly installed electrical panel. Balcony off master bedroom, hardwood floors, Perfect Family Home. $289,000 MLS 2136619 HerB pLiwiScHKieS, Sales rep cell 613-921-7441 QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE 613-476-5399 613-476-5900

First time offered for sale. Spacious 3 bedroom country home on a well treed, 1 acre lot. Large bright kitchen, dining room with patio doors leading to deck, spacious living room with bay window, good size bedrooms plus in- law- suite potential. New roof 2013. Plenty of space for the children to play & gardens for the gardener. Within the vicinity of Black River for boating & fishing. Asking 219,900 MLS 2136958 *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

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28 yOrK St, pictOn $425,000 A sophisticated red brick century home in old historic part of Picton near the old jail. Newly renovated 4 bedrooms with quality & craftsmanship and spacious principal rooms and a welcoming layout that embraces the natural light. State of the art kitchen, sweeping staircase, high ceilings, pine flooring all lend this home to a luxurious lifestyle in Prince Edward County. Make your move today! I look forward to seeing you. MLS® 2133459

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cOZy 3 BeDrOOM HOMe Located in the heart of Hillier wine country, this home has been recently renovated. New windows, new wiring, new vinyl siding, new well and new propane fireplace. Ideal starter home or rental property. Priced to sell at $149,900 MLS 2136706 Kevin GaLe, Sales rep cell 613-476-1874 H. 613-242-7295 c. QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE kevingale@remax.net

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weLLerS Bay waterview Beautifully restored 2568 sq.ft. 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom C.1850 century home close to North Beach & wineries. Lovely water view of Pleasant Bay. Crown mouldings, wainscotting, period style fixtures. Newer windows, roof, furnace, plumbing, breaker panel and wiring. Absolutely gorgeous throughout. Bed and Breakfast opp. Bay view farm in PEC 1878 atlas. A must see historic home. $299,000 MLS 2136048 HerB pLiwiScHKieS, Sales rep cell 613-921-7441 QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE 613-476-5399 613-476-5900

3+ acreS – cLOSe tO pictOn This exceptional family home offers over 3,000 sq. ft. of beautifully-finished living space on two levels plus a finished basement! Includes a huge back deck overlooking a fenced salt-water pool. $475,000 MLS 2123819 cHriStine & cOLin HenDen, Broker & Sales rep tel: 613-922-2251 www.christinehenden.com QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE colinhenden@remax.net

Gorgeous waterfront lot on West Lake in the quaint community of Sheba`s Island. Facing west, beautiful sunsets, improved shoreline with steel seawall. Beautifully treed, nicely landscaped, natural gas available. 103 feet of clean shoreline, ideal for swimming and boating. Only minutes from the famous Sandbanks Provincial Park with miles of beaches on West Lake. $325,000 MLS 2132461

Custom stone 3bdrm, 4bath home. Private setting on just under 5 ac, 525 ft stunning waterfront. Enjoy the gourmet kitchen with gas range, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, floor to ceiling windows overlooking the water and great room with large stone fireplace. $834,000 MLS 2130920

call LOri SLiK, Sales rep 613-471-1708 www.chestnutpark.com

call GaiL fOrcHt, Broker Office: 613-471-1708 cell: 613-961-9587 www.homeinthecounty.com

LOyaLiSt parKway Walking distance to Picton. Municipal water, lg detached 2 car garage. Home has been completely renovated & nicely decorated. New kitchen, new furnace, air conditioning, HRV, fireplace, new flooring & carpeting. New windows. Large deck on back overlooking beautiful treed lot. This is a must see. MLS® 2136606 SHarOn arMitaGe, ® Broker of record 613-399-2134 Real Estate Inc. quinteisle.com Brokerage

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caLLinG aLL artiStS anD HOBByiStS This property has a fabulous detached studio/workshop, fully insulated, heat & hydro and only steps away from a beautifully maintained 3 bedroom bungalow. 3 baths, newer, large master bedroom addition with walk-in closet, ensuit bath w/glass shower and French doors opening onto a covered patio. Many upgrades including windows & kitchen cabinetry. Dining room with hardwood floors. Lower level with rec. room and cheery sewing/hobby room. Detached double car garage. Amazing 1.7 acre park like lot with various mature trees and perennial gardens. Located on a quiet sideroad only 2 minutes from Picton. A lovely property $294,900 MLS 2133438 *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

call carOL BrOuGH, Sales rep 613-476-2100 or carolbroughc21@hotmail.com

priStine farMLanD SOutH Bay Rare 78 acre farm in South Bay adjacent to Huff Estates and Half Moon Bay Vineyards. Well maintained 4 bedroom bungalow with many recent updates. This land is perfect for vineyard. 5 acres of oak, hickory and red maple woods. Spectacular! #1 clay loam slope type. Pear, plum, cherry mini orchard! $399,000 MLS 2135761 HerB pLiwiScHKieS, Sales rep cell 613-921-7441 QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE 613-476-5399 613-476-5900

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Affordable living opportunity! 2 bedroom mobile home near Picton. New propane furnace & central air unit. All new appliances. Monthly fee includes taxes, water, road maintenance & land lease. $74,900 MLS 2136040

Perfect starter home/condo. 3 bedroom, full rec room. New carpets and flooring. Patio area. Last of the rental units. Immediate possession. Newly painted $109,000 MLS 2136763

Jim Wait* Darlene Eldridge** A great location just 10 minutes to Sandbanks & Picton. This is a quiet road with a pastoral feel. A fantastic spot to build a new home, keep a few chickens or horses, and enjoy rural life! The clay loam soil is ideal for growing grapes to be used in our burgeoning wine industry. Drilled well! $125,000 MLS 2137005

Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251 PICTON – Nicely reno’d bungalow with finished walk-out basement. Main floor features 2 bedrooms, 4 pce. bath, living/dining room & sunroom. Lower level offers a bedroom & family room with woodstove & laundry room. Gas furnace & central air. Now just $174,900 MLS 2130730

Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251 CIRCA 1880 – Charming residence with separate one-bedroom suite (presently rented). Features many quaint characteristics. Situated on a very large lot with inground pool. LOOKING FOR OFFERS. Asking $189,000 MLS 2137292

Veronica Norton* Duplex in the Heart of `The County` features a 3 bdrm unit & a 2 bdrm Unit 15 min. south of Belleville, 10 min to Picton or Wellington, located in the Pinecrest School area and a short walk to Schroeders Farm Market and Huff Estates Winery. $200,000 MLS 2136077

Kevin Gale*

NEW PRICE

Ron Norton*

Good sized fenced in yard with a big deck. Kitchen and dining area is open and airy with access to the deck. 3 bdrms up and 1 down. Main floor laundry and 2 pc bath. Attached garage with inside entry. Kids can walk to school, arena and ball diamonds and you can walk to grocery store, pharmacy and all other amenities offered in Wellington. $240,000 MLS 2136870

Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251 COUNTY RD. 10 - between Cherry Valley & Milford, 2.5 acres with a bungalow in tip-top condition, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths & finished basement with hot tub. Features TWO attached garages-great workshop & storage space. $249,900 MLS 2134616

Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251

GLENORA ROAD. 5.75 acres Sitting on a knoll with a Bay view in the distance. Charming country home in move-in condition. $269,000 MLS 2137314

Herb Pliwischkies*

4 bedrooms, 3 full baths! Approximately 1700 sq.ft. newly constructed bungalow on 2 acres. Open concept finished extremely well. 4 bedrooms with 2 up and 2 down Vaulted ceilings. Fully insualted and drywalled basement. Good well with trickle systema and a 3,000 gallon cistern for backup. Double garage. Central Air. 3 baths.Large MB with ensuite. Nice Property. $349,000 MLS 2136616

Marc Ouellette* Colleen Green* Bright, sunny, inviting! You get a wonderful feeling of openness when you walk in. Beautifully decorated home, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a jacuzzi, double garage and extra parking. Large living room windows, big kitchen. Main floor master bedroom, ensuite. Private gardens. $399,000 MLS 2132747

Kristen Rutgers*

Jim Wait* Darlene Eldridge** Beautiful views from your own, private waterfront getaway on Lake Consecon. Tiered lot offers interesting features and privacy. Heavily wooded, you can clear an oasis for yourself and feel as if you are miles away from everything! Hydro at the road. $249,000 MLS 2136561

Ron Norton*

Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251

Move in & enjoy-the work’s all done! Beautifully reno’d bungalow with upscale finishes on two levels, each with outside access. Spacious back deck from main floor overlooks picturesque countryside. $244,000 MLS 2137165

Ron Norton*

A great home for the growing family or for retired busy body that keeps taking on projects. Hardwood floors & vinyl on main. Hi eff. propane furnace with A/C & air exchange. Separate 2 car detached garage heated, insulated, with 200 amp service & loft. Large kitchen with patio doors to large deck & above ground pool. 2 minute drive to town & all conveniences. $250,000 MLS 2135285

Wellington waterfront home/cottage in the middle of town, large south facing open concept kitchen dining room with walk out to large deck. Improvements include roof, ceramic floor, hi eff. furnace, shore line improvement with waters edge dock that allows a boater to access West Lake or Lake Ontario. $250,000 MLS 2135060

Kevin Gale* WATERFRONT CONDO Fabulous 2 bedroom waterfront condo, with boat slip facing down Picton Bay. Open living concept with a walkout from living room onto balcony overlooking the harbour. Includes boat slip available. A wonderful retirement property. $299,00 MLS 2136513

Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251 JANE STREET-PICTON Charming century home featuring many original characteristics with updated windows, roof shingles, wiring, plumbing & on-demand hot water. Offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, main-floor laundry & five main-floor rooms. $325,000 MLS 2136245

Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251

UNDER CONSTRUCTION by Hickory Homes, 1530 sq.ft., full basement, 2 bedrooms & den, 2 baths, 2 car garage. Buy now & choose interior finishes. $349,900 MLS 2136282

Jim Wait* Darlene Eldridge**

Milford Waterfront home in the quaint community of Milford, only 15 minutes from town amenities. Set on 2+ acres, offers mature trees, landscaping and 120ft of shoreline . Four bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, lower level walkout, entertainment room, built-in cabinetry, sprinkler system, and more. www.112scottsmillroad.com $429,000 MLS 2133510

Marc Ouellette* Colleen Green* 2.73 acre waterfront lot on year round road. Beautiful trees along the shore, in area of fine homes. Level with gentle slope to the water, driveway installed. Water access to Bay of Quinte, Napanee River, Hayward Long Reach, Picton Bay and Lake Ontario. Imagine! $385,000 MLS 2135355

Marc Ouellette* Colleen Green*

Beautiful century home with character and original features along with all the upgrades you expect. Enjoy the refinished pine floors, tin ceilings, original staircase and the updated kitchen and bathrooms. The large principal rooms and gourmet kitchen make this the quintessential County get-away for your family gatherings and weekend entertaining. $449,000 MLS 2137274

NEW LISTING

Jim Wait* Darlene Eldridge** Across the road from Lake Ontario, this vacant land takes advantage of the view without the high price tag of waterfront! You can build to suit your taste then get away from it all & relax on 53 South Marysburgh acres. Natural rear backdrop of cedars and some deciduous trees too. $129,000 MLS 2130962

Kevin Gale*

3 bedroom brick century home sits on a deep lot which is close to downtown, school and the harbour. $229,000 MLS 2137269

Ron Norton*

Great family home - perfect rural location! 3+1 bedroom, 2 bath, large foyer. Kitchen, breakfast bar, dining room, family room. Large master, 2 additional bdrms on main floor. Recroom, additional bedroom, laundry/utility area, rough-in for bath downstairs. 15 mins south of Belleville, 10 mins to Wellington. $249,000 MLS 2136710

Marc Ouellette* Colleen Green*

18 FIRST AvE, WELLINGTON Sun filled rooms, open concept floor plan. New furnace and air conditioner (2011), shingles (2010), some new windows, new back door, renovated kitchen. Gleaming hardwood floors on main level, original pine floors on lower level. Open concept living/dining area, 3 bedrooms on main level and 1 on lower level. Farmers fields add to the privacy. $259,000 MLS 2136179

Herb Pliwischkies*

IMMEDIATE pOSSESSION! Beautifully restored 2568 sq.ft. 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom C.1850 century home close to North Beach, wineries. Water view of Pleasant Bay. Crown mouldings, wainscotting, period style fixtures. Newer windows, roof, furnace, plumbing, breaker panel and wiring. Absolutely gorgeous throughout. Bed and Breakfast opp. Bay view farm in PEC 1878 atlas. A must see historic home. $339,000 MLS 2136048

Kristen Rutgers*

“I CAN’T bELIEvE I hAvEN’T SOLD! 78 ACRES OF pRISTINE FARMLAND.” In South Bay adjacent to Huff Estates and Half Moon Bay Vineyards. well maintained 4 bedroom bungalow with many recent updates. this land is perfect for vineyard. 5 acres of oak, hickory and red maple woods. Spectacular! #1 clay loam slope type. Pear, plum, cherry mini orchard! $399,000 MLS 2135761

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SHARON ARMITAGE, OWNER/BROKER OF RECORD *Member of the Quinte and District Real Estate Board Inc.

loyAlist pARkWAy, hillieR Perfect starter home. 3 bedrm 1 1/2 storey alum/sided home on nice size lot close to Trenton & Wellington. New kitchen, new bath, new furnace, all new wiring. Vinyl windows, painted throughout. 1 1/2 car garage. Asking $169,900 Mls® 2137410

CouNty Rd 1 Lg bungalow set in the trees with a view of Lake Consecon. Close to Trenton & 401. 3 bedrms, great room, den, living rm, dining rm and eat in kitchen. Complete with family rm in lower walkout level. Lg workshop plus lg unspoiled area great for small at home business. Also features 2 car detached garage, paved drive and landscaping is complete. Call to view this one Mls® 2136635

Niles st., WelliNgtoN Close to schools & beach. All brick backsplit. New kitchen, newer windows, gas furnace, air conditioning, 3 bedrms, 2 baths. Lg fenced lot, privacy at the back. Great home for young family or retirees. Finished rec room. Call to view. Asking $199,900 Mls 2134702

oppoRtuNity kNoCks Large property housing approx 8,500 sq ft main building, 3,000 sq ft 2nd building and lg building lot. 3,000 sq ft building has 3 bedrm apt on 2nd level, potential for income lower level. 1.3 ac parcel lends itself to serious development. Call for more details. Asking $879,000 Mls® 2135475

WelliNgtoN Executive stone/brick home, lg lot. Open concept family rm/ kitchen, eating area. Formal living rm/ dining rm. Main floor master bedroom, lg ensuite, walkin closet. Main floor laundry, door to double garage. 2 bedrms, 4 pc bath on 2nd level. Full unspoiled basement. Hardwood throughout home, air conditioning, gas furnace, walk to all amenities. Call to view. Mls 2131558

beAutiful WAteRfRoNt lot oN bAy of QuiNte $179,000 Approx 90’ shoreline. Driveway to water’s edge to launch your boat. Drilled well, shower/ bathroom building, holding tank. Hydro to two 35 ft trailers on property. Trailers are as is. Great for fishing, boating and swimming. Close to 401, minutes from Picton. Perfect retreat or great spot to build your cottage or home. This property has it all. Mls® 2135508

piCtoN buNgAloW Cheaper then rent. Cute bungalow, small lot. Perfect home for retirees going south or young couple starting out. Maintenence free exterior, neat & tidy interior. 2 bedrm, new oil furnace & tank 2010. Call to view. Asking $127,000 Mls® 2126793

NoRth of WelliNgtoN oN WilsoN Rd 40 ac in wine country. Close to Cty Rd 1&2. 2 bedrm br/vinyl bungalow. Great room with liv rm/ din rm/ kitchen. Master bedrm walkout to deck, ensuite, jacuzzi, 3 pc bath. Laundry area & deck off dining area. Small bush at back of property. Call on this one. Asking $329,900 Mls® 2134851

gleNoRA Rd Close to Picton, municipal water, nicely treed lot, view of Picton Bay. Perfect location for your new home. 100 ft wide by 200 ft deep, mature trees at back of property. Mls® 2133769

Close to soup hARbouR 1453 County Rd 24. Peaceful and tranquil. 2+ acres, deeded access to Lake Ontario. Drilled well, hydro to lot, entrance is in. Ready to build your new home. Asking $69,900 Mls® 2125759

201 sills RoAd, NoRth of belleville

suNset vieWs of Adolphus ReACh Lot is cleared, ready for you to build your retirement home or a getaway cottage. 100 ft clean shoreline, perfect for swimming, fishing or deep water sailing. Hydro to lot line, driveway is in. Call for more details. Mls® 2133082

SHARON ARMITAGE

Broker of Record

GEORGE REID

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Broker

*Independently owned & operated

CheRRy vAlley With WAteR vieW century21.ca

Century 21 Lanthorn Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage* 102 Main St., Picton Century Circa 1875, (previously a church). Exposed beams, metal roof, approx. 10 min. north of Belleville. $124,900 Mls 2137461 Call Joy Humphrey 613-849-5999

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Spectacular Waterfront Estate Property. South facing Stone Home with 210` of Prime Waterfront. $875,000 2134115 Call the Youngs (613) 476-2100

BUILDING LOT

Water access and residence beach nearby Excellent boating & fishing. Cul-de-sac location. $41,000 Mls 2135638 Call Carol Brough to view

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Exceptional Executive Class Home & Waterfront Property. Could be your own private marina! $1,200,000 2133343 Call The Young's (613) 476-2100

Picton - 613-476-2100 Toll Free 1-866-294-2100

2500s q ft, 3 bedroom home. Large 2 car heated double garage. 40x 60 separate garage/workshop. $429,000 Mls 2135106 Paul Gentile or Vince Martel WAteRfRoNt CoNdo liviNg iN piCtoN hARbouR

W Ne iCe pR

3 bedroom, 3 bath executive townhouse. Fresh paint, carpets steam cleaned, ready to move in. $324,500 Mls 2137304 To view call Hugh Jackson or Tracey Dickson

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Century farm house with many upgrades. Covered porch. Quiet road minutes to Sandbanks & Pt Petre. $289,900 2132468 Call The Young's (613) 476-2100

sAiloR’s delight, deep WAteRfRoNt

Open concept ranch bungalow, 2 bed, 2 bath. 1 acre of beautiful landscaping, detached garage. $624,900 Mls 2132000 To view call Tracey Dickson or Hugh Jackson

CAROL BROUGH Sales Rep. 613-476-2100

ELSIE WIERSMA Sales Rep. 613-848-4810

GARY MORDEN Broker 613-885-2304

HUGH JACKSON Broker 613-476-5026

JASON YOUNG Sales Rep. 613-476-2100

JOY HUMPHREY Broker 613-849-5999

KEVIN YOUNG Sales Rep. 613-476-2100

PAT BENSONMOORE Sales Rep. 613-849-8501

PAUL GENTILE Broker 613-476-2100

SANDY YOUNG Sales Rep. 613-476-2100

STEVE SENSENSTEIN Sales Rep. 613-885-1307

TAMARA YOUNG Sales Rep. 613-476-2100

TRACEY DICKSON Sales Rep. 613-403-7690

VINCE MARTEL Sales Rep. 613-476-2100

WelliNgtoN oN the lAke - 2 QuAkeR CRt

2 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow in adult lifestyle community. Security system & walking distance to recreation center. $138,000 Mls 2135984 Call Elsie Wiersma 613-848-4810

seveRAl Models ANd sites AvAilAble

Very affordable 2 bedroom, 2 bath, one floor living. Large open deck with sliding glass doors. $99,900 Mls 2136776 Steve Sensenstein

ClAssiC tuRN of the CeNtuRy hoMe

Beautiful wrap around veranda. Style and elegance, large principal rooms, rear deck over looking Westlake, 119 ft. lake front. $425,000 Mls 2136424 Gary Morden

WWW.942CouNtyRd24.CoM

Country living close to Picton. Bright & Sunny Custom Built Bungalow. Beautifully landscaped 7.4 acres + trails/woods. $399,000 2130858 Call The Young's (613) 476-2100

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Rick

MacDonald

Sales Representative

OFFICE: (613) 399-2700 LD

Carey

Linda

DenBoer

Sales Representative

www.countyliving.ca

county living.ca

Lewandoski

Sales Representative

rick.mac@royallepage.ca

FAX: (613) 399-3372 TOLL FREE: (866) 399-9902

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MLS®#: 2137316 Unique Main St opportunity with spacious retail outlet on main floor & apartment on 2nd floor.

$274,900

Waterfront

MLS®#: 2136212

Spacious brick bungalow with a lovely 2 acre lot and a double attached garage.

$289,900

Waterfront

MLS®#: 2135063

MLS®#: 2135689

MLS®#: 2137112

Enjoy lovely sunsets in this beautifully maintained bungalow located on the Bay of Quinte.

Unique opportunity to own 2 cottages in a private setting on the Bay of Quinte.

A lovely 2 bdrm bungalow with a waterview & a great location in Wellington On The Lake.

$569,000

$299,900

$189,500

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SO MLS®#: 2135320 Tremendous value in this 3 bdrm home with detached garage located in a fine Picton area.

$189,000

MLS®#: 2136818 Numerous upgrades to this 3 bdrm &private fenced backyard in Belleville.

$224,900

MLS®#: 2136933

MLS®#: 2135458 Excellent opportunity to own a beautiful raised bungalow in Wellington.

Yesterday meets today in this charming 4 bdrm, 3 bath century home.

$339,900

$219,900

MLS®#: 2132602 Exceptional 73 acre property well located on Loyalist Parkway just West of Hillier with a great barn.

$449,000

ES G M N I O ST IH N L E W LED I N H MLS®#: 2135940

MLS®#: 2133227

MLS®#: 2137434

MLS®#: 2127468

MLS®#: 217468

Very spacious 3 bdrm home with 3 baths large kitchen, hardwood floors, gas fireplace and more!

Beautiful extended & upgraded Portland model in the Wellington on the Lake subdivision.

Cardinal Colorado Model (1234 sq ft) A beautiful 3 bdrm bungalow with double attached garage on 8 acres.

Exceptional 68 acre parcel only minutes to the 401 with loads of possibilities.

An excellent 2 plus acre lot with a great location and a drilled well.

$199,900

$279,000

$289,900

$99,000

$49,000 NG

W NE

MLS®#: 2135969

Attractive 3 bdrm bungalow on a pretty 1 acre lot with municipal water and a view of Weller's Bay.

$199,000

MLS®#: 2136834

MLS®#: 2136794

MLS®#: 2137370

Great opportunity for a new venture. Owner`s living quarters upstairs & lovely main floor for your business.

Updated brick Victorian home with large lot and a short walk to Bloomfield Main Street.

Bright & Spacious 4 + 1 bdrm Century home in a terrific Main Street Wellington location.

Spacious rural bungalow on a 4 acre parcel with a quiet location and pretty setting.

$385,000

$249,900

$299,900

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MLS®#: 2134749

$159,900

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$180,000

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MLS®#: 2135837 Spacious all brick 4 bdrm bungalow with double attached garage very close to Trenton.

$248,000

Investor and First time Buyer Alert! Excellent 2 unit or single family home in a convenient Belleville location.

MLS®#: 2125196

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MLS®#: 2137134

MLS®#: 2137437

MLS®#: 2131651

Excellent 3 bdrm starter/ retirement home in desirable Picton neighborhood.

Circa 1840`s classic building with very spacious 2 bdrm living quarters plus large retail space.

Rockdale Model (1153 sq ft) A beautiful 3 bdrom bungalow with municipal water to be built.

$169,000

$219,900

Want a new home? We have numerous models by Hilden homes available. Call Today for more details! NOT INTENDED TO SOLICIT PROPERTIES ALREADY LISTED FOR SALE.

$234,900

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NEW PRICE

TOWN HILL CONDO

$499,000 Feel the pulse of downtown Picton in this elegant townhome near the harbour. The heritage inspired, maintenance free stone and brick exterior has 1,675 sq ft of living space. Private garage, personal elevator, 2 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. Monthly fees $297.68 for 2013. MLS®2106310

QUIET LOCATION

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

$269,000 Located in Wellington this bright, cheerful 3 bedroom 2 bath home has a large backyard with beautiful trees and gardens. Quiet street - walk to all amenities. Fantastic home with lots of character and lovingly maintained. MLS®2137207

$375,000 A unique property that offers a mix of commercial and urban housing all under the same roof. One street away from Main this building comes with its own history. Main level is 1,600 sq ft with upper level approx 1200 sq ft. 3 car garage with private back yard. MLS®2117594

Elizabeth Crombie Sales Representative

104 Main Street, Picton

613.476.2700 or toll free 1.877.476.0096 Hrs: Mon.-Sat. 9-5

Libby says...

PICTURE PERFECT

$585,000 Victorian heritage farm house on knoll overlooking pastures and natural marshland of Muscote Bay. Features 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, large principle rooms, huge detached garage, inground pool, gazebo. Peaceful and private, a perfect retreat property. Perfect for entertaining. MLS® 2126234

“Contemplating a move in the New Year ~ let me help you to make it happen.”

TRADITIONAL CENTURY HOME

$339,000 Traditional architectural details make this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home a real charmer! Lovely front verandah to enjoy with large shaded back yard. Delightful living room with fireplace, bright eat-in kitchen and formal dining room. Storage room (back kitchen) and child’s room still leave lots of potential for new buyers! Feel the pull of a bygone era! MLS®2135851

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RARE FIND

$825,000 This delightful waterfront home & separate carriage house in the charming village of Wellington is on Lake Ontario. 4 bedroom period home has been totally updated while maintaining original character & charm. Spectacular waterfront location on one acre property with municipal services. MLS®2131396

Feature HELMER’S BUILDING

NEW HOMES CUSTOM HOMES

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

476-7893

6 Talbot Street, Picton

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Off: 613-476-3144 Fax: 613-476-2562 Cell: 613-967-9319 981 Cty Rd 8, Picton

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JUST MOVE IN!

LIVING ON PICTON BAY

$599,000 Set back from the highway with park like setting facing Picton Bay. Great for swimming, boating and fishing with a bunkie down by the shore. Major updates with new addition. MLS®2131565

$349,000 Completely renovated 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home with detached 2 car garage. New deck at the side of large yard and wooden fence along 3 sides. Interlocking brick walkway from side to side entrance. On corner lot with parking off side street. Don’t do a thing, just move in! MLS®2133440

DESIGN FOR LIVING

Home of the Week DESIGN FOR LIVING

Plan No. SHSW00735

GRACIOUS SPACES

A turret, wood detailing, and a wraparound verandah exemplify Victorian style. The double-door entry opens to a foyer with a lovelycurved staircase. The living room enjoys a fireplace, and the formal dining room sports a buffet alcove and access to the verandah. Thefamily room also gets cozy with a fireplace and opens with sliding glass doors to the rear yard. A tray ceiling and bay window highlightthe master suite. One of the additional bedrooms boasts a window seat. First Floor: 1,324 sq. ft. Second Floor: 1,192 sq. ft. Total: 2,516 sq. ft.

Plan No. SHSW00735

GRACIOUS SPACES First Floor: 1,324 sq. ft. Second Floor: 1,192 sq. ft. Total: 2,516 sq. ft.

Plan No. SHSW00735

GRACIOUS SPACES First Floor: 1,324 sq. ft. Second Floor: 1,192 sq. ft. Total: 2,516 sq. ft.

To see more details on this plan, visit First Floor Second Floor ww.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 RELEASE DATE: November 26-December 2, 2011 LIVING online or call 1-800-663-6739 for more information on how to order andDESIGN modifyFOR plans. PLAN NO: SHSW00735 GRACIOUS SPACES Alternate Layout

WIDTH: 67' - 6"

DEPTH: 47' - 6"

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Two-acre lot in South Bay. This lot has two road frontages and overlooks Spectacular country setting! This 20 acres parcel is yours to enjoy only the Mariner's Park. Situated conveniently in the charming community of 10 minutes from Picton and a short distance to the 401. Build your dream South Bay, minutes to Milford, local wineries and renowned Prince Ed- home with an abundance of privacy or continue to farm a portion. ward Point Wildlife Reserve. $85,000 MLS 2135029 $63,000 MLS 2137065 Liz Jones* Sarah Scott* www.realestatepicton.com www.homeinthecounty.com

Great opportunity to own over 22 acres in a picturesque rural setting! Sixty-two acres with 10 g/min drilled well, wooded area and good soil Ideally located only minutes to Picton and just a short drive to Highway for vineyard. Only minutes away from Sandbanks Provincial Park and 401. Level farmland to build your dream home and enjoy all that nature ten minutes from Picton. A great location for a hobby farm. has to offer. $115,000 MLS 2137215 $89,000 MLS 2135030 Sarah Scott* Lori Slik* www.homeinthecounty.com www.asenseofplace.ca

13 LAKE STREET, PICTON This recently renovated 1 1/2 story, two-bedroom home with a newly installed gas furnace is an ideal investment property or for the first-time home owner. The four original tin ceilings give it the “County” charm. $139,000 MLS 2137077 Peter Lynch* www.chestnutpark.com

Charming raised bungalow, quietly travelled street, short walk to downtown. Great for first time home buyers, lower level walkout just waiting to be finished. 3 bedroom home, great natural light through the new windows in almost all rooms. Large sunroom, laundry, separate entrance. Newer roof. Move in and enjoy! $195,000 MLS 2135800 Sarah Scott* www.homeinthecounty.com

Charming 3 bedroom 2 bath home, view of Picton Harbour. Fully renovated. Stone landscaped patio, gardens in private back yard. Open concept main floor, large master, 4 piece ensuite. Minutes to Picton, Lake on the Mountain, wineries, restaurants, marinas. Great starter, seasonal rental, or retreat. $225,000 MLS 2134565 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott* www.homeinthecounty.com

Nestled in amongst mature trees, in a desired neighbourhood, is this three bedroom side split with a finished walkout basement. Hardwood floors throughout, newly renovated kitchen open to the dining room and living room. Large front veranda, interlocking brick walkway, paved double driveway, detached garage. $239,000 MLS 2135090 Lori Slik* www.asenseofplace.ca

Hidden gem in Bloomfield, steps from shops and cafes of Main Street! Appealing Victorian, generous landscaped lot near the millpond. Expansive main floor, eat-in kitchen, large family room, exquisitely-detailed reception rooms. 2 bedrooms with added closet space. Perfect home for a couple! $295,000 MLS 2135967 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* www.lauriegruer.com

Impeccable home minutes from Picton. Gracious open layout with main floor family room large, private lower level retreat, +deck and landscaped yard with patio. Master bedroom with adjacent sunroom, geothermal heating, and an eco-water system complete the picture. $349,000 MLS 2136496 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* www.monicaklingenberg.com

Spacious open concept high ranch brick/stone home on a 2.8 acre ravine lot. Offers privacy complete with a stream and waterfall overlooking beautiful forest. Close to Belleville, Picton & Wellington. Hardwood floors, Paul Holden Kitchen, finished lower level with potential in-law suite & sunroom with walkout. $358,000 MLS 2137108 Gail Forcht** www.homeinthecounty.com

Stately triple brick Century home, fabulous original baseboards, built ins, doors and trim. Grand home, upgraded with care and attention to maintain its period integrity. Refinished pine floors, large country kitchen. New roof, natural gas heat, steps to downtown Bloomfield, 10 mins. to Sandbanks. $358,000 MLS 2131701 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott* www.homeinthecounty.com

Calling all families! Big bright in-town home, steps from schools, parks, community centre, and Picton yacht club. 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, great principal rooms. Handsome carriage house, second out-building. Large addition at rear could be great family room or main floor master suite. Bring the kids! $359,000 MLS 2135966 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* www.monicaklingenberg.com

Spacious 19th Century brick home, completely renovated and updated. Large principal rooms, eat-in kitchen, separate dining room. Deck, pergola, limestone patio, rolling farmland. Recent renovations to suit a B&B; separate master loft bedroom, 3 pce ensuite. Prime location, minutes from Sandbanks Provincial Park in Cherry Valley. $384,500 MLS 2137253 Gail Forcht** www.homeinthecounty.com

310 ft by 3 ac prime waterfront land, clear of trees, level to the lake! Private road off County Road 7 just past Lake on the Mountain, 15 minutes to Picton. Pebble beach waterfront faces north-west on Bay of Quinte. Total lot size 8.9 ac, 5.5 ac woods. Solid access road, hydro to property. $395,000 MLS 2132918 Peter Lynch* www.chestnutpark.com

Spectacular sunrises & sunsets from this 3 bedroom 2 bath home. 188`+ waterfront on Prince Edward Bay. Views to Cape Vessy, Waupoos and Kingston in the distance. Pristine water for swimming with the soothing lap of the waves. New roof 2012. Historic workshop building. $398,000 MLS 2136901 Gail Forcht** www.homeinthecounty.com

125+’ sandy waterfront, 2.2 ac. Floor-to-ceiling windows. Perfect retreat for retiree. Great room, cathedral ceiling, loft master bedroom. 2 bedrooms on main level. Finished lower level, 10` ceilings. Insulated, heated bunkie with a belvedere, hydro and phone. Deck, propane BBQ hookup, $449,000 MLS 2134267 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* hot tub. Dock, sheltered cove. $487,000 MLS 2135882 Gail Forcht** www.lauriegruer.com www.homeinthecounty.com

Contemporary Custom built waterfront home, 35x15 boat slip with lift. Waterviews from every room, spectacular sunsets. Hardwood & ceramic floors. 3 fireplaces. Vaulted ceilings, formal dining plus great recreation room, hot tub and sauna. Stunning quality home, will impress the most discriminating buyer. $1,078,000 MLS 2132559 Gail Forcht** www.homeinthecounty.com

Sprawling floor plan, extensive recreational facilities, breathtaking outdoor-waterfront spaces, Magnificent estate on the Prince Edward County peninsula! Vaulted ceilings, gourmet kitchen, grande foyer, sunken great room, scotch tasting room, billiards lounge, wine cellar, butler`s kitchen. $2,750,000 MLS 2133918 Kate Vader* & Rob Plomer* www.robandkate.com

Handsome executive residence on the edge of Wellington. Formal reception rooms, chef’s kitchen, wonderful family room with fireplace. Master suite, 2 more bedrooms on second level, with a 4th bedroom on lower level. Main floor laundry, double garage, large decks, beautiful garden.

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Open concept living/dining and kitchen with big windows and a walkout to a great barbequing deck. Detached double garage for the car buff too! $259,000 MLS 2137455

Family home, home based business or rezone for a very classy restaurant on the Main St. are just some of the ideal uses for this beautiful home. $529,000 MLS 2131951

Lilac Lodge is such a stately waterfront residence on municipal services and almost 2 acres. This is an entertainer’s dream home. $950,000 MLS 2133785

There is a lot of house when you get inside these doors of this country home overlooking a picturesque property. The sunroom is a great place to sip that morning coffee. $219,000 MLS 2132995

Ten minutes into Wellington, 15 minutes into Belleville and 10 to Picton. With a couple of commuters in the family this could be ideal! $234,000 Full high basement to finish too. MLS 2134662

A family with varying ages would love this mutli-level home in a lovely neighbourhood. 4 bedrooms and 3 baths and 3 family/living areas to spread out. Turn the fireplaces on! $247,000 MLS 2134658

Condo living in the heart of Picton. $149,000 will buy this spacious unit which will allow you to just lock the door and head to Florida for the winter with no worries. MLS 2136572

Gleaming hardwood floors, oversized spa shower, full season sunroom could either be a dining area or family room off the new kitchen with centre island. $239,000 MLS 2132874

Almost 3 acres overlooking Picton Harbour is the rarest find and it even has a bonus of a large bungalow with full basement making each level like its own home. $999,500 for this perfect location. MLS 2122553

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3+1 bedroom, 2 bath home being offered in Pine Ridge subdivision, one of Picton`s most desirable neighbourhoods. Features a newly renovated custom kitchen complete with maple cabinetry, granite counter tops, an apron sink and prep island. Professionally landscaped, fenced yard boasts a salt-water pool with natural stone waterfall and interlock patio, wrought iron fencing, pergola and hot tub. Fully finished basement with 4th bedroom, huge 20` x 26` rec room and rough-in for 3rd bath. Enjoy this home and all of the upgrades at the very competitive price of $415,900 MLS 2136135

A rare find! Nearly 650 feet of clean, level waterfront hidden on a private 11 acre parcel in Prince Edward County. Outstanding escarpment views over Adolphus Reach from the original 4 bedroom farmhouse atop the property. On the lower acreage you`ll follow a tranquil lane way toward the clearing at the water`s edge, the boat launch & the dock. Barn near the existing house can be used as a double garage and also has a great workshop. Renovate or build your dream home! Please call before entering the property. $699,000 MLS 2137159

NEW It`s got it all! Large 10 year old custom built 2 storey home on 5.3 acre private lot 10 minutes from Picton. Bright U-shaped kitchen with eating area and spacious living room across rear of home overlooking pool, expansive decks and peaceful backyard. 2nd floor features 4 bedrooms, including huge master. Full finished basement. $309,000 MLS 2135291

Prince Edward County Treasure. Beautiful 4 bed, 2 bath, Cape Cod style home, overlooking Long Reach. Spacious eat in kitchen, lots of room for family or entertaining with additional sunken living room & doors to patio with multi level decking at rear of home. Two car attached garage boasts a second storey, unfinished and ready for your creative touches. A Great Buy @ $379,000 MLS 2136343

Fully renovated two bedroom home on the edge of town with views of the Bay. Easy to heat, low maintenance, and ready for the couple who are looking to simplify! House currently on Oil...New Gas furnace to be connected and included in asking price. Pick up the phone and dial this one in! $171,900 MLS 2137336