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Olive Madison (Lesley Snyder), centre, has the attention of her friends around the table during their Trivial Pursuit game as part of the Prince Edward Community Theatre production of Neil Simon’s The Odd Couple (Female version). Listening in, from left, are Rene (Lindsey Payne), Mickey (Susie Mitchell), Sylvia (Jennifer Goodman), and Vera (Wilma McCagg). The hilarious production continues Saturday and Sunday at Mt. Tabor. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)
Chief administrative officer handed two more years at helm of County corporation following fall election
Council votes to extend Dewing’s contract Chad Ibbotson Staff writer
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With his contract set to expire just days after the upcoming election, council voted on Tuesday evening to extend the contract of chief administrative officer Merlin Dewing for another two years. A closed-session discussion of the extension took place prior to council voting in favour of the extension. Dewing was hired by the municipality in October 2011 following the retirement of longtime CAO Richard Shannon. Dewing's contract would have expired on Oct. 30, just three days after the municipal election. The contract will now extend into 2016. Mayor Peter Mertens said there were plenty of reasons council wanted to extend Dewing's contract. “One, his existing contract expired in October of
stayIng put Councillors were impressed with
Merlin Dewing’s leadership during his time in Prince Edward County and they elected to extend his contract for two more years. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
this year if we hadn't renewed it,” said Mertens. “There was interest both on our part — he's done a
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the municipality three days after the election.” Mertens said it was important to have a CAO in place following the election to help provide stability should there be new councillors following the Oct. 27 election. “I was looking for the continuity not just between two councils, but also for programs that have been started and that are in midstride,” said Mertens. “There's still lots of work to be done. He's done a large amount of really good work and we want to continue that.” Mertens said council wanted to make sure projects being overseen by Dewing wouldn't “fall of the rails.” “We still have a lot of work left to do and, to us, he's the individual to do it,” said Mertens. “He's demonstrated that.” Since coming to the municipality Dewing has
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been instrumental in restructuring the corporation, in updating the corporate strategic plan, and in creating the municipality's new community development commission. He also initiated an Acting CAO program for succession planning. Dewing has close to 40 years of municipal experience, more than half of which has been in the CAO position. From 2005 to 2011 he held the CAO position in Sioux Lookout, Ont. When hired by the municipality in 2011, Dewing said he was brought here to effect change. “Council brought me on to effect a positive change on business practices and to instill an environment where municipal activities are more effective,” Dewing said. He said he would look to bring business acumen and a no nonsense approach to the position.
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Plan will offer council and conservation authority information to use when making future decisions regarding development along lakeshore
Watershed stewardship plan for East Lake set to be completed by the fall Chad Ibbotson
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A stewardship plan for East Lake could be complete as soon as this fall. Last week Quinte Conservation general manager Terry Murphy and Gord Rodgers of French Planning Services gave an update to councillors on the lake and watershed plan. In August 2012 the
Friends of East Lake (FOEL) received a $69,100 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to complete the two-year project. Since then a steering committee has been established and has been working for the past year and a half with French Planning, Quinte Conservation, and FOEL to gather information and discuss the state of the lake. “Our staff were on the
lake all last summer doing sampling,� Murphy said at last Thursday's committeeof-the-whole meeting. Murphy said the process has been a positive one up to this point and public feedback has been well-received. “Overall, we're putting together a tool that will help (council) and staff with some background information for future decisions for any type of development on
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East Lake,� he said. The East Lake watershed includes the 305-acre Sandbanks Provincial Park as well as the 220-acre Beaver Meadow Conservation Area and marshes in the surrounding area. The lake is 12 square kilometres and the watershed has a drainage area of 68 square kilometres. Rodgers oversaw the study process and co-ordinated public meetings for the project. “The process is typical of this kind of an exercise that involves quite a bit of community participation,� said Rodgers. “Typically, these go through a period of about two or three years before they're finalized and we're right on schedule. We expect to have the final plan done by the fall of 2014.� Rodgers said the stewardship plan will include a “state of the lake� report — an overview of the existing features of the lake and sur-
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Atorkor vocational school swells with 185 students learning job skills said the classrooms also don’t have enough desks and the school has a shortage of textbooks as they are not readily available in Ghana. Typically, they find one copy of a text and students simply copy notes from their teachers as there are no reading materials. The catering class is also working with just one sink for 30 students and would benefit from refrigerators and stoves. Hall said the school could also use a working printer and copier to save the cost of sending exam papers to get printed and also to start a business selling funeral notices and celebration flyers, both big business in the African country. Lastly, the library has empty shelves. Hall said there is a great need for easy reading fiction, vocational resource books, and information about food nutrition and preparation, family planning, sex education, and health. All told, Hall said the AVTI has a wish list worth about $35,000, which includes the purchase of books from a trust in Ghana and transportation. For more information on
County investment paying off in Ghana as 90 per cent of trainees find work AdAm BrAmBurger
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Training Institute Peta Hall updated Picton Rotarians on the successes of their international project, which is creating jobs in the coastal Ghanan village. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
dents cut the patterns to produce the garments. The masonry and electrical students have contracts with a local building firm, while carpentry students have managed to produce student tables for homework that students and schools in the area buy. Welding students have also been busy making garbage receptacles that keep waste off the ground away from animals and by producing tools for others within the community to use. The school is also making a difference in agriculture and food preparation. It has a marketing garden where students grow fresh produce to sell in market and Hall believes the new catering program will soon be able to provide lunches for the school and offer its services to other groups within the coastal village. The hard work is not going without notice, either. Ghana’s National Vocational Training Institute has absorbed the AVTI, which
means the larger organization will pay staffing costs for the 11 staff presently employed at the school. Hall points out the U.S. Embassy has also declared the school the best vocational training institution of its kind in Ghana and has brought its own guests to tour the facility and talk with the staff and the students. That said, Hall acknowledged ATVI still has some work to do, particularly in ensuring each of its departments is self sustaining. “We have immediate need for some assistance in certain areas,” said Hall. “I’m talking to various Rotary clubs to continue their support for AVTI.” Hall said one area of need is in the provision of accommodation for the growing number of students. “We have no toilets, showers or cooking facilities,” she said. “The rooms have no beds, no fans, and no cupboards. Just concrete floors.” Since the expansion, Hall
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QHC sees 27-per-cent drop in amount of Alternative Level of Care patients Administrator says there was no simple reason that numbers dropped, but rather trend is result of cumulative efforts by many go home and make good In addition to social and the ALC issue arose, StansJason ParKs ALC population should ‘Now we have Staff writer make patient flow easier at interactive reasons not to be field was quick to point out choices and get supports.” Whether it be selecting a in a hospital longer than this type of patient isn't to think ‘How It's been a long, tough slog the four site hospital and make ease financial conlong-term care facility or necessary, ALC patients can looked at as a burden by the with unpredictable hills can I help this finding community sup- find themselves at risk of hospital. and valleys but it appears straints somewhat. But Stansfield said the “The person is not being ports like the “Home First” sickness and infection when person go the Alternate Level of Care ultimate goal is quality of at a hospital in spite of the served best by the system in program or other supports, (ALC) issue that has been home’ and choosing the right avenue best laid measures and con- that scenario, we need to plaguing the Quinte care and placing patients in work hard to get them to for patients have been key trols that’s a major Healthcare Corporation the right setting was the The reduction is more where they are better cared in easing the pressure on (QHC) for over half a overarching priority. mind shift.’ “It really is about the impressive when you con- for,” She added. “We have the hospital. decade is being answered. The hospital organization announced at it's monthly meeting last week the number of patients that should be in an old age home (or a less acute setting) but were in a QHC bed because there was no where for the patient to go has dropped 27 per cent over the past year. For well over five years, QHC has struggled with unpredictable spikes of ALC patients that have disrupted the flow of higher acuity patients and, as a result, often hampered emergency room efforts. But the tide has apparently started to turn in a meaningful way. Vice president of patient services at QHC Katherine Stansfield shared the good news with Board Members and fellow senior staff that the number of ALC patient days at QHC hospitals in the past year was 16.9 per cent, a mark that makes QHC the second lowest in terms of ALC population in the South East Local Health Integration Network. This 27-per-cent drop in
quality of care,” Stansfield said. “We have a certain target through the LHIN we are expected to reach but we are not really focusing savings on reducing ALC patients. (Reducing them) does give us more opportunity to pull patients from the emergency room and get them into inpatient beds and that ensures that lengths of stay targets are met so that's where we get efficiency.” For years QHC has dealt with ALC patients and the ebbs and flows have caused the hospitals occupancy rate to go past capacity have been discussed to death. But Stansfield said it has not been one major initiative that has seen the number of ALC patients decrease, rather, a combination of several factors and information sharing has done the trick. “There's no magic,” Stansfield told the Gazette. “It's been a lot of hard work and it's been incremental so it's all of the efforts that have been undertaken for a
County job fair an attempt to bring employers, job seekers together Feb. 19 Chad Ibbotson
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Prince Edward County job seekers will have an opportunity to connect with local businesses next week. The municipality is hosting a job fair to bring employers and potential employees together at the Prince Edward Community Centre in Picton. The fair will take place Wednesday, Feb. 19 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. In a release distributed by the municipality last week, Prince Edward County community development co-ordinator Grace Nyman said it was exciting to collaborate with local businesses. “We are thrilled to launch this event in collaboration with local organizations and local employers,” said Nyman. “We encourage all job seekers, including students, to come prepared and ready to be interviewed.” The fair will feature a diverse assortment of job opportunities in fields such as cleaning services, local government, agriculture, cleaning services, hospitality, community groups, and recreation and leisure. There are plenty of positions to be had of varying types. There will be more than 150 fulltime, part-time, year-round and seasonal employment opportunities at the fair through close to 50 different employers. “Job seekers are encouraged to bring multiple copies of their cover letter and resume,” the release says.
Leading up to next week's job fair a Career Edge resume workshop was hosted on Feb. 10. The fair is being co-ordinated through the Prince Edward community development department in partnership with the Ontario Small Business Centre, Career Edge, the Prince Edward/Lennox and Addington Community Futures Development Corporations, the Prince Edward County Chamber of Tourism and Commerce, and the East Central Ontario Training Board. Also this month the community development commission continues its series of workshops for small businesses. On Tuesday, Feb. 25 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Picton Town Hall, the department will be hosting a workshop focusing on technology. The workshop will focus on 39 essential apps for small businesses and promised to introduce small businesses owners to the benefits of new technologies which could make their business more efficient and profitable. The applications will focus on sales and accounting, market research, logistics, and design. Registration is required to attend the free event, but space is limited to 25 people. To register, contact community development co-ordinator Grace Nyman by e-mailing gnyman@pecounty.on.ca or calling 613-476-2148 ,ext. 255.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
Looking back in the
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90 years ago — 1924
n A former editor of the Gazette, J. Herbert Hodgins, landed a job as a special writer at MacLean’s Magazine. Hodgins had previously served as the Union Bank of Canada’s publicity manager. He would relocate his family from Winnipeg to Toronto to take on the new position. n At a well-attended meeting of Prince Edward County cheese-making dairies at Shire Hall, representatives indicated they were unanimously opposed to Canada’s Dairy Standards Act and its proposal to pay for milk by a pooling system. Most preferred making payment immediately after milk was tested as that was deemed a truer measure of butter fat content. n The Northern Colonial Gold Mines Ltd. took out a front-page advertisement to sell shares in a prospecting mine for 25 cents each. The advertisement trumpeted the “big gold boom has just begun,” and suggested investors could make up to a 900-per-cent return within one year.
70 years ago — 1944
n Nursing Sister Lieut. Jean Snelgrove was one of many Canadian nurses to return home from South African military hospital due to the increased need for medical personnel to take care of soldiers coming home from war. A graduate of nursing school at Prince Edward County Hospital, she returned from Capetown. n The Picton Citizens Committee met to discuss its efforts to send care packages to county men serving overseas. The committee would send cigarettes and magazines to Europe. Members were also told that paper salvage was desperately needed in the region and asked to help co-ordinate a campaign to collect used paper from the community. n The Picton Collegiate girls basketball team played its first game of the year against Belleville. Despite never stepping on the court together as a team before, the Picton crew matched up with its opponents well in a 9-7 loss. Following, the junior boys lost 23-18 to a Royal Air Force team that featured many players originally from Australia.
60 years ago — 1954
n After 32 years of operation, the old water-powered generator at the Glenora fish hatchery was being replaced by Hydro service. The new system would offer improved energy and lighting. The replacement of an old whitefish battery used to store eggs was also in the works. n A New Brunswick farmer’s wife had given birth to her 25th child in Fort Kent, Maine and she told reporters she wanted more babies. Some 18 of the Cyr family children were reportedly still living . The eldest child was 24 and there were no multiple births in the family.
20 years ago — 1994
n The Prince Edward County Board of Education was warning taxpayers to brace for an increase on their tax bills because assessment in the county increased by 71.81 per cent based on a staggering change in market value assessment over the previous four years. n Wellington’s new waste removal contract with Laidlaw Waste Management called for collection every two weeks from October through May, and weekly collection in the summer months. The village stood to save $4,500 annually.
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Birds did not fare well last month A great blue heron that chose, for reasons best known to itself, to challenge the rigours of winter, has died. The large, gangly bird that was first seen at various locations through December was presumed to be the same individual each time, as blue herons normally migrate south to areas that are free of ice and snow. They need to as they depend on the shallows of lakes, rivers and creeks to provide food for sustenance, and don’t have much luck in deeper water. Around the Quinte region, the shallows are the first to surrender to cold temperatures. However, great blue herons in past winters have managed somehow to make it through a normal winter, by mapping out all the flowing creeks, springs and other open spots that might contribute something in the way of a meal, and visiting them every day. Herons are long distance feeders so it’s nothing for them to travel up to 30 km a day in their search for food. It can be mighty slim pickings, but many do make it to see the arrival of spring. This particular great blue heron though chose the wrong winter to flirt with death. It was seen by many motorists in a microscopic open spot in a frozen pond along County Rd. 34, just north of Picton on Jan. 22. According to a passing bus driver the next morning, it was looking “mighty tough”. Temperatures that week hovered around the minus-20 degree mark. A photo emailed to me that day confirmed its condition. Standing
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on one leg as herons often do, the feathers were scraggly and ruffled and its head was not visible, so deeply was it buried in its frontal feathers. The long wings were hunched up over its shoulders, the tips of them hanging loosely by its sides, almost touching the ground. The unfortunate bird somehow managed to generate enough will power and strength to continue its rounds and had departed by early evening. Three days later, the bird was seen, again hunched over like an old man dressed in a trench coat, in a wetland area between Cherry Valley and Milford. As arrangements were being made to capture the bird and render some professional assistance, the bird, now weakened beyond recovery, was found dead. We will never know why this great blue heron did not migrate last fall. Scientists who study the migratory vagaries of birds believe it may be due to
something as simple as a short circuit in the migratory programming of certain individuals within a species. Or, it may be due to the heron being just plain ornery. Whatever the reason, many of these normally migratory birds simply do not make it and it may very well be Nature’s way of ensuring a strong migratory instinct in birds by weeding out some of those whose programming has been compromised. It has been a tough winter on birds so far. The irruption of snowy owls in eastern Ontario, the largest influx of these Arctic birds in four decades, seems to be doing okay. There are a dozen or so in Prince Edward County right now and at least two have been quite dependable in the Wellington area. Another chose Oliver Sideroad east of Deseronto, and has been quite content there for several weeks. Amherst Island has a large number, also Wolfe Island and to a lesser extent, Presqu’ile Park. However, due to the deep snow and icy conditions, it hasn’t been easy for them to locate meadow voles and other small prey. The great gray owl at Wellington has selected the Fields of West Lake event centre as its home base and has been present there in the same fields since initially being discovered Jan. 10. An eastern screech-owl, however, seen north of Wellington, did not make it. After being found seeking shelter under a sundeck from the frequent snowsqualls off the lake a week ago, it died of
starvation. The bird was emaciated and nothing but skin and bones, reported the observer. Another unidentified owl in the Bancroft area, said to be acting in a bizarre manner, was challenging passersby and attacking small pets. The majority believed the bird was starving and seeking out anything that moved and protecting its intended quarry from what it perceived could be a threat to its potential food source. While efforts were underway by the Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre in Napanee to find someone to capture the bird and bring it to the Centre for treatment, the bird was dispatched. End of “problem”. For most songbirds though, there have been no problems as there is an excellent crop of wild fruits and berries on the trees this winter to sustain them. Unlike most winters, there is no competition either this winter from influxes of boreal finches as redpolls, crossbills and others simply did not appear in our area this year in appreciable numbers. There was plenty of food in the northern forests to keep them there. However, for hawks and owls, this has been a winter to remember, if they survive it and live to see another. 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 .
OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit called to Clarke Road home Observers on county roads last Thursday might have been startled to see an OPP vehicle decorated in camouflage paint. That day, the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit — the provincial equivalent of a swat team — its Emergency Response Team and a K-9
unit assisted the local detachment with a reported threatening incident that took place at a Clarke Road residence. The incidence started overnight when the suspect is alleged to have threatened his victim with a gun. OPP spokesperson Const. Anthony Mann said the inci-
dent ended “quickly and safely” that morning. The suspect, a 19-year-old Prince Edward County man has been charged with uttering death threats, unauthorized possession of a weapon, imitation firearm use while committing an offence, all contrary to the Criminal Code
of Canada, and possession of a controlled substance, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. The accused was taken into police custody to await a bail hearing Friday in Belleville court. -Staff
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Pining for quebec Pinecrest Memorial senior elementary students Brooke Jackson, Gillian Demille, Ashley Mitchell and Brooke Roche sell baked goods at the Prince Edward County Kings playoff game last weekend. The Grade 7 and 8 students are fundraising in the community for an upcoming trip to Quebec City this spring. (Jason Parks/Gazette Staff)
Issuing a challenge to end dangerous ‘neknominations’
CHANCES are if you’re on Facebook, Twitter, or any other form of social media and you have any 20-somethings or teenagers on your list of people to follow, you’ve probably seen someone be “neknominated.” Perhaps, you’ve been challenged yourself in the videos on your computer screen. For those who may not be familiar with the term, a “neknomination” is essentially a dare to repeat or better the video you saw with some sort of binge drinking and the participation in some stunts that probably only would be carried out by people under the influence of said binge drinking. Police and addictions counselling groups have already spoken out and shown their concern for such acts and at least four deaths have been attributed to the challenges, yet the videos still keep spreading and peer pressure convinces many that this is a cool thing to do. The reality is that while it’s a spectacle, it really is a sad commentary that anyone needs to perform these acts for some kind of acceptance by his or her circle of peers. While the threat of death or serious injury does not seem to faze these thrill seekers, one wonders what it would take for these videos to come to an end before more impressionable young teenagers believe it is a cool thing to do. An increasing number of employers and even post-secondary institutions are looking at social media to see what people are putting out there and one would think that would also be enough reason for youth to give pause before they press the record button — yet, it appears that many don’t heed the warnings issued. The sad truth, it seems, is that many people think they’re invincible with every risk they survive and online, where the notion of public and private is blurred and where the world and its consequences don’t seem to have real implications, that feeling of strength appears to be even stronger. Canadian media theorist Marshall McLuhan famously stated “the medium is the message” and in this case, it appears that he might be on the money. If there’s a tool available that allows such actions as neknominations to be spread to an audience, then it is likely going to be used by someone for the purpose of spreading that message. Perhaps it is time that the purveyors of social media applications and those who bring us the latest technology to master those application should be the ones who take some responsibility to look beyond their own bottom lines and find ways to restrict access to those who abuse it by spreading such messages to the broader masses. If they were to do so and take a stand, perhaps users would at least take a sober second look before searching for the next venue to use when push the limits. Maybe it would just take one of those companies being cited in a law suit following one of these deaths for them to take a bold step toward prevention. It’s time for society to issue a challenge of its own and that’s to end the dangerous “neknominations” now before greater damage is done.
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Touring Birdbone Theatre at library... plus a free lunch
This Sunday, Feb. 13 at noon, Birdbone Theatre will present their unique storytelling puppet performance in “The Tar Sands Dragon Opera” at the Picton branch library. While the show’s topic is geared to adults, all ages will undoubtedly enjoy the creative storytelling, puppet characters, and the lively accordion and ukulele accompaniment that, as puppeteers Alison and Aleks explain, “lighten the necessarily inky mood”. Following the puppet show, everyone is invited to stay for a free community lunch. The work and touring of puppeteers Alison and Aleksandra is extensive. They have toured North Carolina in a horse-drawn wagon as the Rural Academy Theater and ventured with the Bread and Puppet Theatre in Vermont. They have beaten a steady bass drum with the Shadowland Theatre in Toronto. In Kingston, they pulled audiences Into The Magic Soundbox for live radio experimentations and cancanned in the Puppet Cabaret along with the Purple Dragon Puppet Troupe. They have regaled audiences throughout the northeast as the Deep In The Belly shadow-story and cabaret. The troupe’s last tour was from Toronto to Nova Scotia, and they are now on their second tour along the proposed Line 9 route from Sarnia, Ontario to Sherbrooke, Quebec with The Tar Sands Dragon Opera. “Birdbone Theatre is concerned with urgent creation and has a deep respect for the imperfect,” say Aleks and Alison, “and the esthetic of its storytelling is necessarily scrappy. In an effort to comprehend the complicated modern age, Birdbone reaches for the absurd and the joyful.” Following the performance on Sunday, a free lunch will be served, prepared by the Food Not Bombs crew.
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Additional upcoming events to note at the library include, on Thursday, Feb. 20 at 7p.m., a presentation by Bay Woodyard of Honey Pie Hives and Herbals. Bay will present “Growing a Bee Friendly Garden.” Come learn how to help protect declining bee populations while creating a beautiful yard and garden. Herbal tea will be served. The topic of tar sands and the environmental concerns regarding bees are brought to the community through interests of the Social Justice Group, which meets bi-weekly at the library. On Friday, Feb. 21 at 2 p.m. following Free Soup Friday, two lawyers from the Community Advocacy and Legal Centre will discuss family law at the Picton branch library. Bring your questions. The session is for the general public as well as service providers. CALC provides access to justice through quality legal service, advocacy and information for people living on a low income or in poverty. For a full listing of special events as well as recurring workshops and clubs, including computer training, French classes, movie nights and afternoons, chess and bridge playing, please visit the library’s website event calendar at www.peclibrary.org.
pipeline performance Birdbone Theatre
will be at the Picton branch of the library this Sunday to share a performance related to the Line 9 proposal to pipe tar sands oil east using existing pipes. (Submitted photo)
The Picton Kiwanis Club donated $175 for the purchase of a new wheelchair for Hospice Prince Edward’s residential home last Thursday. From left are Hospice board member Doug Snider, Kiwanis members Ron Hicks and Norman Leggett, Hospice executive director Nancy Parks, and Kiwanis member Loretta Salet. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Fair Elections Act must be open to thorough review
The government has recently tabled a bill aimed at creating a "Fair Elections Act'. I am writing to Daryl Kramp as my MP to make him aware of my concerns and to urge him to support cross party efforts to ensure that the bill gets a full and thorough review both in Parliament and in public. This bill proposes sweeping changes which will impact the way we run our democracy in Canada. As such it should be subject to a full and open public debate with opportunities for both parliamentarians and members of the public to examine the bill, understand its implications and also influence its content. The impact of this Act will be far-reaching hence it is more important to get this new Act right than to get it
passed quickly at the expense of adequate public review and input. Many of the proposed changes reflect proposals from Elections Canada and enjoy cross- party support. Many others, however, appear to be transparent attempts to unfairly benefit the Conservative Party and/or disadvantage its opposition. Examples of the latter include the fact that the "Fair Elections Act" as proposed will: n make it more difficult for some citizens to vote, esp. those in underprivileged sectors of society; n increase opportunities for wealthy Canadians to fund political campaigns, n relax limits on campaign spending (benefiting only wealthy parties who were significantly constrained by
current limits); n curtail efforts by Elections Canada to promote public awareness of the importance of exercising the right to vote (esp. relevant to students, aboriginals, recent immigrants and poorly educated citizens); n curtail the ability of the Chief Elections Officer to meet the public need for an effective watchdog over a fair (i.e. both legal and ethical) election process; n not only make investigation of election fraud more difficult but also impede early public disclosure when evidence of fraud is uncovered; As proposed the Act will not provide the additional investigative tools needed to help Elections Canada minimize opportunities for fraud and uncover evi-
dence of fraud when it happens. Nor will it make parties more accountable when resources accessible only to party insiders have been used to perpetrate fraud in order to benefit that party. I hope Kramp is as as disgusted as I am over the evidence that led the Federal Court to conclude that a widespread campaign of voter suppression targeting non-Conservative voters was perpetrated in the last general election. Everyone, please support efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice and to add to the "Fair Elections Act" measures which will make it easier to do so in future. Robert K. Williams Athol
Trudeau made a positive move toward Senate reform
Bravo Justin Trudeau. What a great and immediate beginning to Senate reform. It could not have been an easy decision and it certainly involves much more than creating an independent group of Senators able to form their own opinions. Free of party influence they will make decisions on legislation without “prodding” and “guidance” from the governing party, which has been so severely abused by the Conservative government. These independent Senators will no longer fundraise or organize campaigns for the Liberal party and though this will no doubt have an impact on Liberal funding, it shows the importance the Liberal party has placed on the red
chamber fulfilling its role as the chamber of sober second thought rather than a room filled with party hacks whose only role is to rubber stamp Conservative legislation, no matter their own ethical and moral misgivings. Would Senators Mike Duffy, Pamela Wallin and others have found themselves in their current messy situation had they not been permitted to schlep across the country fundraising for the Conservative government to raise immeasurable amounts of cash for the party that had no problem whatever, kicking them to the curb when times got tough. I very much doubt it. Perhaps their time would have been better spent doing the job
they were hired to do with taxpayer dollars. If elected, Trudeau has promised that all future Senators will be chosen by an independent body, from the best minds and talents this country has to offer. There is certainly no downside to that! Prime Minister Stephen Harper may stand in Parliament and make light of what just happened, but it was no small event. One can only imagine what might have happened to those monstrous omnibus bills had Senators time to peruse them before they were shoved through the Senate. The man who promised Senate reform and to never appoint a single Senator, has added 57 plus two; more than any
prime minister in history. Harper and Pierre Polievre make light of Trudeau’s decision because they fear having to follow his lead and lose control of the Senate, which they now use so irresponsibly. However, if as he said in Parliament, the prime minister thinks Trudeau’s decision really is such a small matter, why not join him and make all his Senators independents? After eight years of talk and no action and threatening to send us into another decade or more of Constitutional battle, he now has an opportunity to do something concrete. Will he? Not on your life. Denyse Mouck Stirling
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A grAnd gift Loretta Salet, left, hands over one of the $1,000 bills her late mother Anna left for her to Hospice Prince Edward executive director Nancy Parks as a donation of the Lighting The Way community campaign. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
Salet shares late mother’s gift with Hospice Donor hopes $1,000 gift will inspire others to help residential project AdAm BrAmBurger
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Anna Salet had a habit of tucking away money inside her house for times when it might be needed. Now, nearly seven years after her death, her efforts are still paying off as the Hospice Prince Edward Lighting The Way community campaign is $1,000 closer to reaching its goal. Last Thursday, Salet’s daughter Loretta was at the residential hospice centre on Downes Avenue where she and fellow members of the Picton Kiwanis Club were making a presentation of a $175 wheelchair for use in the facility. Loretta Salet stopped and said “Wait, there’s one might thing,” before pulling a crisp
Canadian $1,000 bill out of her wallet and handing it over to Hospice Prince Edward executive director Nancy Parks. Salet explained that her mother was always putting money away and over the years, she must have hidden tens of thousands of dollars within her home. “I knew where most of them were. She told me where to look,” Salet said. While she passed out some of the now-rare bills to members of her family, Salet indicated she decided she would donate one of them to a worthy charity in her mother’s name. She decided that Hospice was going to be the worthy recipient. Salet said she hoped the gift would inspire other people to come forward to do-
nate and, in particular, that people would remember the service as one they could leave money behind for when they die “Think of this as a bequest,” she said. The Lighting The Way campaign was devised to help make the residential hospice project viable as the South East Local Health Integration Network only provides operational funding. The campaign set out to raise $875,000 by next year to pay for the cost of the building and renovations, equipment, and some programming costs. The campaign is less than $100,000 away from completion and Salet’s gift has brought it a bit closer. “It’s been a very good day for Hospice,” Parks said upon receiving the gift.
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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. 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. SHOUT SISTER CHOIR – Picton SS choir welcomes new members. No auditions & learn music by ear. Repertoire is fresh & fun. All levels of singers welcome. Practices Thurs evenings 7-9pm St. Mary Magdalene Church 335 Main St. Picton www.shoutsister.ca Info: Nancy 453-6570. 2014 PECMH AUXILIARY MARATHON BRIDGE – Looking for new people to play this year. (April 1-Oct31) 6 games in the Spring/4 games in the Fall, 20 Hands of Party Bridge with Simple Refreshments. $20pp per year. Proceeds to PECMH Auxiliary. If interested, find a partner & contact Sue 476-6255 or Bev 476-6479 by February 14, 2014. WEDNESDAY MORNING FRIENDSHIP GROUP – Meets 9am -12noon Albury Church Rednersville Rd. Quilts for sale. Proceeds to local charities for women. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS – 12 & 12 meeting every Wednesday 8pm Picton Hospital Boardroom. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS – Discussion meeting every Tuesday 7:30pm Consecon United Church Hall, Consecon. 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. WELLINGTON LEGION – Bus Trip to Rogers Centre Toronto, Blue Jays vs Yankees Game Sat Apr 5/14. Bus (47 seats) leaves Wellington Legion 9:30am. Return trip stops at Cobourg Legion for food & beverages. Cost $80pp including reserved field level seating on 3rd base, transportation, all taxes. Seats sold on a first come basis, a 50% non-refundable deposit (tickets are transferable) is required when booking & full balance due by Mar 21. For tickets or info call Ken 399-2281 or the Legion 3991684. THE HUB CHILD & FAMILY CENTRE – Are you a working parent unable to attend weekday, morning playgroups with your child? The HUB has playgroups for you too! Join for Thursday evening BUSY FEET play group at QE School, 5-7pm and/or Saturday playgroup at the HUB, 10 McFarland Court, Picton 10am-12noon. Call the HUB at 4768142 for info. THE HUB CHILD & FAMILY CENTRE – Having a baby? The Hub offers classes in breastfeeding & preparation for parenthood in partnership with the Hastings & PEC Health Unit. To register call 9665500, ext 675. CAR SEAT INSTALLATIONS & INSPECTIONS – Are available & completed by trained staff of the Hub, 10 McFarland Court Picton. To book an appointment call 476-8142. KNITTING CLASSES – Wednesdays 2-4pm Ameliasburgh Community Hall. ZUMBA CLASSES – Wednesdays 7:30-8:30pm Ameliasburgh Community Hall. 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. NIA FITNESS CLASSES AT WELLINGTON TOWN HALL - Wednesdays 2-3pm. Sponsored by the Wellington Rec Committee. Info Gina 399-2588. Dance, kick, stretch & laugh. CHERRY VALLEY GAMES NIGHT – First & Third Fridays of the month, 7:30pm. (Adults only, casual & friendly ping pong, scrabble, cards & board games. Bring your own refreshments. Athol Community Hall 1679 County Rd. 10. CONSECON LEGION BR 509 – Breakfast now available 7 days a week 7-11am. All welcome. CONSECON LEGION – Euchre every Tuesday evening 7pm. Cost $5. (Every 3rd Sunday of the month 1pm/$5). Crib every Wednesday evening 7pm. Cost $5/Mixed Fun Darts every Thursday evening 7pm. BEGINNER FRENCH – Picton Library drop-in 2pm every Thursday with Maurice. FEBRUARY 14 – FREE SOUP FRIDAYS BY
FOOD NOT BOMBS – Picton Library 12 noon. All welcome for free lunch & good company. Some free groceries to take away too. FEBRUARY 14 – WELLINGTON LEGION – Friday Night Dinner. Serving 5-7pm. Take-out available. All welcome. FEBRUARY 15 – COMPUTER BASICS – (1 of 2 sessions) 10am Picton Library. Registration required with Amanda 476-5962. FEBRUARY 15 – VALENTINES DATE NIGHT COMEDY SHOW – Presented by Emmanuel Baptist Church, 240 Main St. Bloomfield 6pm. Tickets $10/couple in advance, $12/couple at the door. Featuring Pastor & Comedian Steve Geyer with live music by Canadian singer-songwriter Jordan Raycroft. More info www.emmanuellife.com. FEBRUARY 15/16 – PE COMMUNITY THEATRE – Presents “The Odd Couple” (female version) by Neil Simon at Mt Tabor Playhouse Milford. Tickets $14 in advance $16 cash at the door. Sat (Feb15) performance 8pm/Sun (Feb16) 2pm. Tickets available at The Picton Gazette, Kelly’s Store, Imperial Submarine Picton, Sidestreet Gallery Wellington or by calling 476-5925. Group sales welcome. Info www.pecommtheatre.ca. FEBRUARY 16 – BIRDBONE PUPPET THEATRE – Presents “The Tar Sands Dragon Opera” followed by Food Not Bombs Free Community Lunch. 12 noon Picton Library. Info: Christine 4765962. FEBRUARY 16 – CONSECON LEGION EUCHRE – 1pm cost $5 each all welcome with Roast Pork Supper to follow 4-6:30pm. Cost $12/plate. FEBRUARY 17 – LIBRARY – Closed for Family Day. FEBURARY 17 - PE COMMUNITY CARE FOR SENIORS – Office Closed for Family Day holiday. Meals on Wheels will be delivered as usual. FEBRUARY 18 – JOY MINISTRIES LUNCHEON – Noon at the Salvation Army. Tickets $7. Call 476-3159 to reserve a spot. FEBRUARY 18 – DROP IN CHESS – Beginner & advanced players welcome. Picton Library 1-4pm. FEBRUARY 18 – AFTER SCHOOL FUN CLUB – With Whitney. All ages welcome. Crafts & fun every Tuesday. Wellington Library 4pm. FEBRUARY 18 – AL-ANON (adults) & ALATEEN (teens) – Affected by someone’s drinking? 1866-951-3711. Meets Tues(s) 8pm Gilead Fellowship Church. FEBRUARY 19 - SENIORS LUNCHEON SOCIAL MILFORD – Milford Town Hall 12 noon. Roast Beef dinner, dessert coffee/tea $10pp. Reserve by 12 noon Tuesday prior by calling 476-7493. Seniors are asked to bring their own soup bowl, plate, cup & cutlery. Meals can be delivered to shut-in seniors who live near Milford. Those wishing take-out please advise when registering. FEBRUARY 19 – SOUP & SANDWICH LUNCHEON – Picton United Church 11:30am1:00pm. Home-made soup & sandwiches, cookies & beverage $7.50pp. Take- out available. 476-6050. Proceeds to church outreach programs. FEBRUARY 19 – WELLINGTON DUKES & STOREHOUSE FOODBANK – “Food Drive” 7pm Wellington Arena. Non-perishable food items, toiletries, dish & laundry soap needed. FEBRUARY 20 – AL-ANON – Meets Thurs(s) 10:30am Gilead Fellowship Church. 1-866-9513711. For adults affected by someone’s drinking? FEBRUARY 20 – SOCIAL JUSTICE GROUP MEETING – 5:30pm Picton Library. Drop-in, all welcome. FEBRUARY 20 – GROW A BEE FRIENDLY GARDEN – Learn how with Bay Woodyard. Picton Library 7pm. FEBRUARY 21 – FREE SOUP FRIDAYS WITH FOOD NOT BOMBS – Hot soup, fresh bread & friendly company, 12 noon Picton Library. FEBRUARY 21 – WELLINGTON ELKS – Steak BBQ Dinner at Allisonville Hall. Serving 5-7:30pm $13pp. All welcome. FEBRUARY 21 – PE JUNIOR FARMERS – Meets at the County Farm Centre boardroom 7:30pm. FEBRUARY 22 – COMPUTER INFO SESSION – Choosing a Service Provider. Wellington Library 10-12noon. Registration required with Eric 3992023. FEBRUARY 22 – COMPUTER INFO SESSION – Choosing a PC or Tablet. Wellington Library 13pm. Registration required with Eric 399-2023. FEBRUARY 22 – PEC 4-H COMMUNITY DANCE – Sophiasburgh Town Hall 2711 Cty Rd 5 Demorestville, 8-11pm. $10/person or $15/family. Info Liz 476-8104. FEBRUARY 23 – WHATTAM’S FREE FAMILY MOVIE – “Free Birds” 2pm The Regent Theatre. FEBRUARY 26 – LOAVES & FISHES LUNCHEON – Noon at the Salvation Army. All welcome for good food & fellowship. No charge. FEBRUARY 26 - SENIORS LUNCHEON SOCIAL CONSECON –Consecon Town Hall 12 noon. Roast Beef dinner, dessert coffee/tea $10pp. Reserve by 12 noon Tuesday prior by calling 476-7493. Seniors are asked to bring their own soup bowl, plate, cup & cutlery. Meals can be delivered to shut-in seniors who live near Consecon. Those wishing take-out please advise when registering.
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The Picton Gazette
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
Community Care volunteers can complete simple tax returns for eligible seniors
According to Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), filing your tax return and paying what you owe on time helps you avoid possible interest and penalty charges, and ensures that your benefits won't be delayed. When you file your yearly tax return, you are letting the CRA know your current tax situation. Without that information, the CRA can't be sure that you’re still eligible to receive certain benefit pay-
ments. If you don't file on time, your benefit payments (for example, GST/HST credit) may be interrupted. Also, if you have a balance owing and don't file your return on time, you will be charged a late-filing penalty. The penalty is five per cent of your 2013 balance owing, plus one per cent of your balance owing for each full month that your return is late, to a maximum of 12 months. If CRA
charges a late-filing penalty on your return for 2010, 2011, or 2012 your late-filing penalty for 2013 may be 10 per cent of your 2013 balance owing, plus two per cent of your 2013 balance owing for each full month that your return is late, to a maximum of 20 months. In addition to the late-filing penalty, if you have a balance owing for 2013 you will be charged compound daily interest beginning May 1, 2014, on any unpaid
C hurch
S ervices BLOOMFIELD UNITED CHURCH “Where Faith is Fun” 272 Main St., Bloomfield Minister: Maureen Ellison Guest Speaker: Robert Lawson
10:30am Morning Worship and Sunday School bloomfielduc@lks.net
613-393-2160
FRIENDSHIP
UNITED CHURCH Demorestville
Sunday Feb. 16th ****11:00am****
All Children welcome at Sunday School Malachi 3:17 "They shall be mine, says the Lord of hosts, my special possession on the day when I act, and I will spare them as parents spare their children who serve them"
Message: “Are you in the book?
Feb. 22nd Sat. @ 9:30am - C.E Centre Women’s Ministry Breakfast ALPHA course - Starts Mar. 5th @ 7:30pm:for 12 weeks; Cost $0; New Christians; Newcomers or brush up on the basics.
Rev. Kirby Breithaupt
C-613-403-4742 or H-613-476-2020 princeedward.north@kos.net friendshipunitedchurch.org EVERYONE WELCOME COME VISIT WITH US!
CONSECON PASTORAL CHARGE of the United Church of Canada
www.conseconpastoralcharge.ca
Rev. Sue Fleming
JOINT SERVICE
at 10am at Consecon
Followed by a potluck lunch and the annual meeting. All members and adherents are asked to attend. Pancake Supper Saturday, March 1st All welcome
PICTON UNITED CHURCH
St. John’s 3207 County Road 8 Sunday Worship 9:00am
St. Philip’s 44 St. Philip’s St. Milford Sunday Worship 11:00am Website: www.parishofmarysburgh.ca
EMMANUEL Baptist Church
EMMANUEL
Sunday Services
9am & 11am (full children’s programs). 7pm (Bible study). a p t i (J/K s t - Gr C 8)h u r c h Tuesdays. 6:30pm Children’sB Programs. Wednesday. 6:30pm Mid-week Service. Dinner. Music. Study. Sunday Surge Services Thursdays. Student Ministries. 7pm. (Gr 9-12) 9am & 11am (fullWish children’s programs). (Bibleatstudy). youtocould see what7pm a service May 12-15 Bus Children’s Trip Lancaster PA. Tuesdays. 6:30pm (J/K - Gr 8)out like? You can! Check Emmanuel is Programs. See “Moses” at Sight & Sounds. www.youtube.com/emmanuellifenetwork. Wednesday. 6:30pm Mid-week Service. Dinner. Music. Study. For more info contact Honey King 613•476•1138 Thursdays. Surge Student Ministries. 7pm. (Gr 9-12) ϮϰϬ DĂŝŶ ^ƚ͕ ůŽŽŵĮ ĞůĚ ͮ ĞŵŵĂŶƵĞůůŝĨĞ͘ĐŽŵ ͮ ϲϭϯͲϯϵϯͲϮϮϯϰ
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ST. GREGORY
THE GREAT ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH
7 Church St., Picton, Ont. K0K 2T0
613-476-6276 Fax: 613-476-7293 stgregory@sympatico.ca www.stgregoryparish.ca
Sermon: “Love Me Tender”
Saturday Mass 5:00pm Sunday Mass 10:00am
Serving the Community for 220 years
VISITORS ALWAYS WELCOME
Lunch to follow.
Minister: Lynne Donovan 31 King St., Picton 613.476.6024 www.standrewspicton.com Sunday Worship 10:30 Radio 88.3 FM
for seniors who live in Prince Edward County. We’ll start doing tax returns on Monday, March 3 and, if you meet the eligibility criteria, you can drop off your information on that day. If you’re a senior 60+ whose single income is $30,000 or lower or whose household income is $40,000 or lower, you may be eligible for the program. Community Care’s volunteers have been trained by the CRA to complete income tax returns for eligible clients. Volunteers cannot complete income tax and benefit returns for: deceased persons; bankrupt individuals; for those with more than $1,000 of investment income; for individuals with capital gains/losses; or for people with business or rental income and expenses. There is no charge to get your income tax done at Community Care but donations are gratefully accepted. Home visits can be arranged for seniors who are shut-in. For information call 613-476-7493.
MILFORD SENIORS LUNCHEON SOCIAL
All seniors in Prince Edward County, are welcome to attend and share a great meal on Wednesday, Feb. 19 in Milford. Come on out next Wednesday and you can meet old friends and make new ones while eatinghomemade soup, roast beef, gravy, horseraddish, mashed potatoes, buttered corn, coleslaw, rolls and
St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church of Canada Bishop Peter Mason Please join us:
Sunday, 9:00am and 10:30am Tuesday, 10:00am 335 Main St., Picton (Across from Shire Hall)
Wellington Pentecostal Church
Rev. Polly Marks-Torrance Corner of Nile & West Sts. Wellington 613-399-2384
Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada
SUNDAY WORSHIP 10:00AM BIBLE STUDY SUNDAY6:30PM
INFO FOR SENIORS
DEBBIE MACDONALD MOYNES
butter, carrot cake, coffee and tea. All this for just $10 each. To reduce the clean up for our volunteers please bring your own soup bowl, plate cup and cutlery. Register by the Tuesday prior at noon by calling 613-476-7493. February is a good month to attend for the first time, or for the hundredth time. And you will be contributing to your own health and that of others. You’ll be comfortable here, and you’ll meet Community Care staff, too. Local delivery is available if you book in advance.
OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, FEB.17
The Community Care office will be closed for Family Day holiday, on Monday, February 17th. Meals on Wheels will be delivered as usual on this day.
COME JOIN US! Sa turd ay Februa ry 22 10am - 3pm
Wish you could see what a service at Emmanuel is like? You can! Check out www.youtube.com/emmanuellifenetwork.
Sunday Service 10:30am
Music by Tom Leighton & Conrad Kipping
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA
Parish of Marysburgh Rev. Canon David Smith 613-929-2757
12 Chapel St. 613-476-6050 Minister: Rev. Phil Hobbs Organist & Choir Director: Mr. Ronald Laidlaw
Because relationships are worth it!
amounts owing for 2013. Even if you cannot pay all of your balance owing right away, you should still file your return on time and call CRA at 1-888-863-8657 to make a payment arrangement. By filing on time, you will avoid the late-filing penalty. You have until midnight on April 30, 2013, to file your 2013 income tax and benefit return. Community Care completes income tax returns
• Seed Vendors • Seed Exchange Table • Information Galore • Informed Discussions • Book Table • Canteen
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PIRATES PITCH IN
The Picton Gazette
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
Report says sales of detached homes up six per cent in 2013
A study released by Hartford and Stein Realty Ltd. this week shows that the market was up for detached homes sales in the county last year. Sales representative Treat Hull said his research shows that sales of detached homes were up six per cent in 2013 over 2012 levels. “The county experienced healthy growth in the number of sales with supply and demand near
historic levels,” said Hull. Hull studied more than 3,000 properties on MLS listed or sold in 2011, 2012 and 2013. He indicated a most pronounced development in the market last year was the increase in market share for homes listed under $250,000 and a decline of market share for homes listed between $250,000 and $400,000. -Staff
Be fair ... because friendships are worth it! The Picton Pirates took time before their practice Tuesday evening to assist the annual Rotary Club of Picton winter food drive. The Pirates are joined by Rotary Club members (Centre, From left) Joanne Coker and Ellen Snider as well as Pat Romkey of Picton United Church County Food Bank. In addition to collecting food, the hockey club made a generous donation to the food bank.(Jason Parks/Gazette staff)
Organizers sprouting ideas for Seedy Saturday Feb. 22
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church is where the green thumbs go, at least for one day in February. For the past five years, those interested in seeds have gathered for Seedy Saturday to gather and network with like-minded individuals. At Seedy Saturday, there’s a seed swap table featuring open-pollinated seeds with an emphasis on heritage varieties. “That will continue to be the case this year,” said organizing committee member Fred Holtz. He added, however, that the one-day event, which will be staged from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb 22 will also feature displays from seed vendor and other vendors whose products reflect the values of the event, a garden book swap table, raffle items and good food.
OPP warns of A/V fraud
The OPP’s East Region Crime Unit is warning residents about what it views as an increase in fraud in connection with highly discounted home audio and visual theatre equipment. Police say suspects tell residents there has been a mix-up in a shipment of equipment and they are able to offer their customers an incredible deal. They may supply a fake invoice or print fake manufacturer’s suggested retail prices on the equipment. In most cases, the police say the products are of inferior quality to the products customers believe they are receiving and they often come from overseas without any real warranty. Those who have encountered suspicious equipment sales are asked to contact the Prince Edward OPP detachment or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Those supplying tips leading to arrest may be eligible for cash rewards. -Staff
Throughout the day, there will also be workshops and demonstrations that will appeal to seed savers This year, Carol and Robert Mouck, the initiators of the Heirloom seed Sanctuary run by the Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul in Kingston will be present to answer questions and give away their own seeds. The Moucks held a pair of seedsaving workshops in the county last summer that were informative and inspirational for many. Holtz says attendance has increased dramatically over the years the event has been held, climbing from 40 people the first year to about 200 last year. For more details about what the event is about, please see www.seeds.ca.
Family Day Dining
Music by Tom Leighton & Conrad Kipping Sun. Feb. 16 at 10:30am 31 King St., Picton
www.standrewspicton.com
February 16th three course Sunday dinner
Soup
Our own creation made daily using the finest local ingredients and vegetables.
Traditional Caesar Salad
Fresh romaine lettuce garnished with bacon pieces, croutons, Parmesan cheese and our classic Caesar dressing.
Tossed Garden Salad
DOGSLED RIDES
Organic mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, shredded carrots and sweet onions served with your choice of dressing.
Roast Beef
Slowly roasted AAA beef finished with au jus. Served with chive mashed potatoes and vegetables.
Family Day Monday, February 17
Chicken Dijonnaise
Breast of chicken stuffed with Gouda cheese, breaded and baked. Served with Lyonnaise potato and vegetable.
Pan Seared Pickerel
Pan seared filet of pickerel drizzled with lemon butter and herbs. Served with rice pilaf and vegetables.
Apple or Pecan Pie $21 per person (Beverages extra)
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With Our Thanks… Thanks to the many generous donations received from individuals, organizations and businesses within our community, the 2013 Christmas Angel Campaign was able to raise over $20,000 which helped to create a happier holiday season for 365 local children within 164 families. To all of you who contributed, we are deeply grateful.
We would also like to thank our tireless Campaign Co-ordinator, Susan Rose, her helpers Scott Whitelock, Elisha MacDonald, Rozanna McInnes and their team of volunteers for their hard work and dedication.
A special thanks as well to the Kinsmen Club and The County of Prince Edward for supporting the Campaign this year through their donation of space at Benson Hall and to the Picton Home Hardware for the use of their truck. Together we did make a difference!
Family Day Free Family Skate
with Todd Smith, MPP Prince Edward Hastings ESROC Centre, Wellington Monday, Feb. 17 • 10-11am Free Hot Chocolate Open to the Public Picton Satellite Office 80 Main St. #103, Picton 613-476-7901 Open Monday 10am-2pm
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A public meeting is being held to consider a new proposed secondary plan for the Picton Urban Centre. The Picton Urban Centre Secondary Plan will be adopted as an amendment to the Official Plan of the County of Prince Edward. This public meeting is being held in in accordance with the provisions of Sections 17 and 26 of the Planning Act, as amended. Purpose of the Public Meeting: In accordance with section 26 (1) of the Planning Act, the purpose of the amendment is to update the Secondary Plan for the Picton Urban Centre. This is done by way of an amendment to the Official Plan for the County. The Picton Urban Centre Secondary Plan Update:
x x x x x x
Reflects changes that have taken place in the Picton Urban Centre, Reflects changes in legislation, Has regard for provincial interests listed in section 2 of the Planning Act, Is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement issued under section 3 (1) of the Planning Act, Incorporates information from local agencies such as the conservation authority, and Is based on sustainability principles.
The Secondary Plan is a land use document guiding primarily physical change. It sets forth
policies for a twenty-year
timeframe. Comments received from the public meeting will be considered by Council in the completion of the Picton Urban Centre Secondary Plan. Effect of the Official Plan Amendment The Official Plan amendment constitutes the 5 year review under section 26 (1) of the Planning Act. It updates the Official Plan to reflect changes in the Picton Urban Centre, in legislation, in provincial policy, and new information from agencies that are part of the planning review process. Persons Affected This amendment will be of interest to all persons in the geographic area defined as the Picton Urban Centre, and to property owners in the Picton Urban Centre who may not reside within the Picton Urban Centre—see Key Map showing the lands within the secondary plan for the Picton Urban Centre. When Decision is Final The proposed Official Plan Amendment is subject to approval by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (the approval authority) under subsection 17 (22) of the Planning Act.
Prince Edward County website at www.pecounty.on.ca and during regular office hours at the Department of Engineering, Development and Works at the municipal offices, located at 280 Main Street, Picton, 2 nd Floor (The Edward Building). Dated at the County of Prince Edward, the 6 day of February 2014.
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This adverƟsement is available in alternate formats upon request.
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The Picton Gazette
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
Chamber GM accepts province’s approach to minimum wage hike AdAm BrAmBurger Staff writer
While small businesses have traditionally bristled at any hint of a minimum wage increase, one local business leader says Ontario has the right idea with its upcoming hike. Prince Edward County Chamber of Tourism and Commerce (PECCTAC) general manager Mike McLeod says things could be much worse than the province’s proposal to move minimum wage to $11 on June 1. “It makes sense to tie wage costs to the Consumer Prince Index,” said McLeod. “Going to $11 without notice would be disappointing, but I think the government made a smart move giving businesses six months to prepare ahead of the change.” McLeod said that PECCTAC operates as a business itself and the change will likely impact on it as it will be hiring two summer students again this year and it might have to find different places to come up with the money to cover a 75-cent per hour increase for those positions. The decision by the province raises the minimum wage to the highest level in Canada, on par with Nunavut, and puts Ontario just behind the District of Columbia (where the minimum wage is $11.50) for the highest in North America. Still, McLeod said he and many business owners were hearing that they could be in for a higher minimum wage
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as many labour leaders are poverty advocates have suggested a $14 per hour wage would offer a more appropriate living wage for those at the province’s lowest income levels. “The pressure was coming from all sides. There was a feeling that we had been at the current level too long and we did need to move,” he said. “Some were calling for something more radical, but this is more manageable and we can adjust over time.” McLeod said he saw very little appetite in the business community for the $14 wage, particularly in an economy like the county’s that relies on tourism and retail and he noted the Ontario Chamber firmly campaigned against the idea. He indicated that clearly would have had an impact on jobs and on hiring and it likely would have had a negative effect on the economy.
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Business confidence in Quinte region remains high Study reveals that 77 per cent of regional businesses are pleased with future outlook AdAm BrAmBurger Staff writer
Though Ontario’s energy costs and debt load are rising, businesses in the Quinte region appear bullish about their own future. The recent Ontario Business Confidence Index survey conducted by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Leger Marketing suggests that 77 per cent of businesses in the KingstonPembroke-Quinte region are confident in their own economic outlook, up 4.5 percentage points from their position a year ago. The study also showed that in that region nearly 67 per cent of surveyed businesses indicated they had plans to expand within the next five years, which is also an increase of four percentage points over the previous year’s study. Despite all that positive news on a regional level, those businesses also gave Ontario’s overall economy a failing grade as just 46 per
cent felt the province was headed in the right direction (compared to 42 per cent across Ontario) and expressed confidence in the provincial economy (compared to 48 per cent overall). Prince Edward County Chamber of Tourism and Commerce general manager Mike McLeod admitted the high confidence level “kind of surprised us.” Despite being included with Kingston and the upper Ottawa Valley in the survey, McLeod said Quinte region business leaders believe that this region itself is showing resiliency and strength as its own economic subregion. He said manufacturers and small businesses are saying there’s a good labour pool in the area and also a business-friendly climate. McLeod said some of that confidence is likely coming form the growth being experienced in Quinte West as the federal government moves forward with more than $200
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billion worth of expansion and upgrades at CFB Trenton. He indicated the expansion at the base has spilled over into business for many companies in the region, including several located in the county. A new pharmaceutical distribution centre in Quinte West has also added to business confidence. McLeod said the challenge for local economic developers now will be in trying to analyze the results of the study and breaking out the Quinte region to check economic indicators to see if that confidence is an accurate reflection of what is happening locally. “The key thing for us now is, how true is it?Is this really what’s happening here?”
From there, the municipalities can develop strategies to help build on that confidence to produce economic growth. With the release of the study, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Quinte Regional Chamber of Commerce released a strategic document called Emerging Stronger 2014 which attempts to make recommendations to that regard. With respect to the provincial issues, McLeod said the survey was conducted at a time of uncertainty related to pensions, to the minimum wage, and to energy costs. He noted there are some challenges there the business community will be watching carefully as its members consider future planning.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
County Theatre Group to open curtain on Broadway revue this weekend Dinner theatre production at Waring House this weekend and next to feature medley of more than 50 well-known showtunes
If the long, snowy winter is getting you down, the County Theatre Group has a good pick-me-up idea in store this weekend. The company is staging 100 Years of Broadway, a dinner-theatre review that incorporates a medley of more than 50 showtunes from well-known plays and also incorporates a number of solo performances. Artistic director Colleen Johnson and musical director Adam Roy have been working hard with their cast of 18 local singers and a
live seven-piece band to rehearse the numbers and have the production ready for its opening curtain on Valentine’s Day. The show promises to reacquaint audiences with several of the performers who starred in past County Theatre Group musicals such as last year’s smash hit Blood Brothers, A Christmas Carol, H.M.S. Pinafore, or Anything Goes. The show is to take place at the Waring House Inn and Restaurant over the next two weekends.
Performances tomorrow night, Saturday night and Feb. 21 and 22 are evening performances, while the Feb. 16 show is slated to be a matinee with just dessert and refershments offered. Tickets for the performance are $50 for a full dinner show and $30 for the dessert matinee with all taxes included. To reserve an advance ticket, patrons are encouraged to call Henriette at the Waring House at 613476-1105 ext. 3. -Staff
Nearly show time From left, musical director Adam Roy and performers Roanna Kitchen, Penny Kitchen, and Randi Lee Desjarlais are ready to take the stage at the Waring House tomorrow for 100 Years of Broadway. (Submitted photo)
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NEW LISTING WATERVIEW
BIG ISLAND FARM $610,000 Early 1800's Farmstead with over 200 acres overlooking the inlet of Bay of Quinte. Original farm house was the first frame house erected on Big Island and retains many of the charming features and character of the time. It is a naturalist's dream on the east end of the Big Island Marsh Habitat Restoration Project, the last farm on a sparsley travelled dead end road. This is a working farm with mixture of workable land, pasture and woods. The serenity of this County home is unsurpassed. MLS® 2140798
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ANOTHER SOLD !!! Pineridge Subdivision The final home in phase 1 has been sold. Looking to Phase 2 in Summer of 2014 Get your lot reservation today. Call Herb for all the details!
QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE 613-476-5900
HERB PLIWISCHKIES, Sales Rep cell 613-921-7441 613-476-5399
Gorgeous panoramic views of Waupoos Island, Smith Bay, and Lake Ontario. Beautifully landscaped for privacy this completely up-dated bungalow with a loft and roof top patio has been lovingly remade. Elegant and spacious with 2 guest bedrooms, and a master bedroom with ensuite bath, this home has all the space you need for entertaining and peaceful living. Custom built cabinets in the eat-in kitchen, and custom made 2 sided fireplace, crown moulding, baseboards, and trim. The loft has extra storage and could be your new studio or a 4th bedroom. A very elegant home with probably the best views in the whole County. $789,000 MLS 2140714
QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE 613-476-5900
WEST LAKE – INCOME PROPERTY Fronting on West Lake on 3.6 acres, this versatile property offers two separate residences. The main house, built in 1900, offers lots of original charm along with many updates, attached garage & detached garage/workshop. The second residence is less than 20 years old, built as an in-law suite for year round living, offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living/dining room with cathedral ceiling & lots of windows plus an attached garage. $499,900 MLS 2140770
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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 Call LORI SLIK, Sales Rep 613-471-1708 www.chestnutpark.com
Prince Edward County Realty Inc. CONNIE GALLAGHER, Brokerage Sales Rep 98 Main Street, Picton, ON 613-476-7800
NEW LISTING
CHRISTINE & COLIN HENDEN, Broker & Sales Rep Tel: 613-922-2251 www.christinehenden.com colinhenden@remax.net
NEW LISTING
The perfect spot for your home in the County! Water access to Outlet Bay - and only a 10 minute walk to Sandbanks Outlet beach. 2 acres of privacy with tall trees. New 200 Amp panel and meterbase. Drilled well with excellent flow rate. Entrance in place and a clearing prepared for your dream home! Ideal location close to the Provincial Park, and only 15 minutes to Picton. $139,900 MLS 2140646 Call GAIL FORCHT, Broker Office: 613-471-1708 Cell: 613-961-9587 www.homeinthecounty.com
NEW LISTING
Large deck surrounds the house overlooking this beautiful 6 acres and countryside. A fully finished basement with pellet stove doubles the living space for the young family. $237,000 for this R2000 home with detached double garage. Call today!
MARC OUELLETTE, Sales Rep cell 613.849.8864 COLLEEN GREEN, Sales Rep cell 613.476.6553
PICTON BUNGALOW Perfect for single person and/or older couple. Small yard, carport, 2 bedrms. Open concept living rm, kitchen and eating area. 4 pc bath. New oil furnace, alum/sided and steel roof. Carries cheaper then rent. $127,000 MLS® 2126793
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JUST FOR YOU" In Picton`s newest & most prestigious condominium "The Edward". This one bdrm plus den condo with open concept LR/DR features 9` ceilings, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, master bdrm w/walk-in closet, lrg 4pc bath w/separate shower stall. This unit provides 850 sq. ft of gracious living plus a 32 sq.ft. balcony. Walk to shops, theatre, restaurants & harbour. You will appreciate this beautifully appointed, high level security condominium in downtown Picton. $229,900 MLS 2131245 LANTHORN REAL ESTATE LTD., BROKERAGE* *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED
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Affordable opportunity to own your own home-town services-forced air gas-the yard is mostly fenced-quiet crescent-cozy home , nice yard-front porch & semidetached Why pay rent when you could live here for under $800/month and build equity in the process. $112,900 MLS 2140315
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2500s q ft, 3 bedroom home. Large 2 car heated double garage. 40x 60 separate garage/workshop. $429,000 MLS 2135106
NORTH OF WELLINGTON ON WILSON RD Just 3 miles from Wellington. 40 ac of level land with bush at back in the middle of wine country. Newer 2 bedrm br/vinyl bungalow, open concept living rm, dining area and kitchen. One 4 pc and one 3 pc bath and laundry room. Propane furnace, large decks on back of home overlooking property. Asking $329,900 MLS® 2134851
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WATERFRONT
COMPLETE PRIVACY $799,000 Idyllic 6 acre picturesque property in North Marysburgh offers complete privacy with all the comforts of waterfront living. Features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, beautiful stone fireplace and vaulted ceilings in great room, well designed kitchen with island and detached 3 car garage. Both upper and lower levels completely finished. Huge deck facing Adolphus Reach and stairs to the water. MLS®2140664 Call ELIZABETH CROMBIE, Sales Rep 613-476-2700 or toll free 1-877-476-0096 www.pictonhomes.com
NEW LISTING
Early 1800`s farmstead with over 200 acres overlooking inlet of the Bay of Quinte on the Southeast end of Big Island. Original farm house was the first frame house erected on Big Island and retains many of the charming features and character of the time. An amazing gothic window, wide plank pine floors, enclosed centre hall with curved staircase and sweeping views over the open water and marsh. Large country kitchen plus formal dining room, living room and family room on main floor plus large entry/mud room with laundry and convenient 1pc that could be expanded. 3 bedrooms. A naturalist`s paradise with diverse flora and fauna. Great location for a B&B, Hobby Farm or Family retreat. $610,000 MLS 2140796
Call GAIL FORCHT, Broker Office: 613-471-1708 Cell: 613-961-9587 www.homeinthecounty.com
4 bedroom raised bungalow, excellent location, Glenora Rd, minutes from Picton, area of fine homes. 2 bedrooms & 2 baths up, 2 bedrooms & full bath down, great for family or easily converted into living quarters with in-law suite. Open concept main level, large sunny windows, over-sized kitchen area. Lower level: 2 bedrooms, rec room, fireplace, patio door, 2 piece bath/laundry area. 1.5 car attached garage, separate entrance. Huge potential. Must be seen! $229,000 MLS 2137519
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Call MARY JANE MILLS, Broker 613-476-5900 mills2@sympatico.ca www.maryjanemills.com
NEW LISTING
Completely renovated 3 bedroom century home, views of Picton Harbour and Prince Edward Yacht Club. Hard and soft wood floors throughout, nice bright rooms, plenty of windows, exposed post and beam construction. Eat in kitchen, formal dinning area, large living room, brick fireplace, patio door to spacious covered deck. Lots of storage and closets. Turn key, live the dream! $299,900 MLS 2140719 Call MARK GARDINER, Sales Rep Office: 613-476-2700 Cell:613-391-5588 mbgardiner@yahoo.com
ROSEMARY COURT RENTAL UNIT May 1 Occupancy $1550/month Appliances included! This is the final unit in the very popular Rosemary Court Condominium development. Available May 1 2014 long term prospects only please. Call Herb for all the details 613-921-7441
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LOOKING FOR A SPOT TO BUILD? You will find the perfect area on this 8.47 acre, wooded building lot for your new home. Well and entrance installed. Loads of space for the avid gardener or for the children to roam. Steps from Macaulay Mountain Conservation area and `Bird House City`. Picture yourself here. Gentle breezes through the tree tops will be your lullaby in a hammock on your new front porch. $98,500 MLS 2135757 LANTHORN REAL ESTATE LTD., BROKERAGE* *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED
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COUNTY RD 1 Lg bungalow set in trees. Close to Trenton & Picton. View of Lake Consecon. 3 bedrms, den, kitchen, living rm, dining rm, great rm. Lower level family rm, walkout to patio area, workshop, unspoiled area for possible home occupation, etc. Detached 2 car garage, paved driveway, extensive landscaping completed. A must see. Asking $329,000 MLS 2136635
LOYALIST PARKWAY Close to PIcton, municipal water. New kitchen, dining rm & living rm with pine flooring, gas fireplace. Main level 4 pc bath, small bedrm or den. Second level 4 pc bath, 3 more bedrms. New carpeting, freshly renovated. Basement level kitchen area, 3 pc bath, area that could be used for rec room. Detached 2 car garage. Beautiful lot. Perfect for young family. Asking $269,000 MLS 2136606
EXECUTIVE HOME Large lot, upscale subdivision in Village of Wellington. Open concept family rm, kitchen, eating area. Separate living rm, dining rm. Main floor master bedrm, ensuite, walkin closet. 2 pc bath and laundry on main floor. Inside entrance to 2 car garage. Second level has 2 bedrms and 4 pc bath. Unspoiled basement with rough in for bath. Call on this one. Asking $389,900 MLS 2131558
ON THE EDGE OF HAMLET OF HILLIER 3 bedrm starter home for young family. New kitchen, some new flooring, freshly painted and brand new 4 pc plus bath. New propane furnace, new wiring, new windows. Attached single car garage. Nice size lot and lots of water. Priced to sell at $169,900 MLS 2137410
BAY OF QUINTE Waterfront lot with lots of potential. Property slopes gently to the water, drive to put your boat in. Drilled well, bath house with shower and toilet, storage for pump, etc., holding tank, hydro is in to trailers on property. Perfect retreat until you’re ready to build your retirement home. Great area for fishing, swimming and boating. Close to Kingston and Belleville. Asking $179,000 MLS 2135508
GLENORA RD Close to Picton. Municipal water at lot line. View of Picton Bay. Mature trees at back of this 100 ft x 200 ft lot. This is the spot for your new home. Asking $125,000 MLS 2133769
LOOKING FOR PEACE AND PRETTY? This is it, close to Soup Harbour. 2 acres of land with deeded access to Lake Ontario. Property features a drilled well, driveway entrance is in. Ready to go to build your new home. Asking $69,900 MLS® 2125759
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS 1.3 acre parcel lends itself to some serious development all pieces are in core area of town. This property features 8,500 sq ft solid building with Main St. access, as well as 3,000 sq ft building featuring 1,700 sq ft commercial and 3 bedrm completely renovated apt with Wharf St. access, separate lot backs onto Niles St. Asking $879,000 MLS® 2135475
VILLAGE OR WELLINGTON Niles St. Great lot backing onto creek. Mature trees and close to all amenities. Walkable to beach and schools. Municipal services are available. Asking $68,500 MLS® 2134613
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Close to Hospital & Yacht Club. 3 bedroom home. Fenced yard, 18 x 12 separate garage, ample storage space. New vinyl siding. $149,900 MLS 2140409 Marty Martel/Paul Gentile
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Private Waterfront Home on Long Reach. 4 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms. Deep Mooring for boats & fishing. $349,900 2131009 Call The Young's (613) 476-2100
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February 9-15, 2013 SHSW2644 DEPTH: 40' - 4"
DESIGN FOR LIVING ROMANTIC FIREPLACE IN MASTER SUIT ©Copyright SELECT HOME DESIGNS
Here’s a beautiful vacation home or everyday residence for a sloping lot. The main level holds the spacious living/ two-sided fireplace shedding warmth here and to the master suite on the other side. A snack-bar counter and walk-in kitchen, which even offers a view outside from the cooktop. Besides its romantic fireplace, the master suite enjoys a priv shower and two sinks, and sliding doors to the screened porch. Upstairs, you'll find two more bedrooms, a full bathroom Waterview building lot across from public park space with water access for swimming and boat launch. Excellent location only minutes from the marina, wineries, County cider company, artisan cheese factory and restaurants. $48,000 MLS 2140665 Gail Forcht** www.homeinthecounty.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.
Great first time home buyers or retirees home. New kitchen, mud room with laundry facilities, all new flooring throughout, new ceramic tile bathroom, original hardwood floors in living room. Spacious back yard, newer above ground pool with deck. Single detached garage with work shop. $163,900 MLS 2140657 Lori Slik* www.asenseofplace.ca
This highly efficient insulated concrete form solar heated structure is priced to sell. A perfect full-time residence or pied-de-terre in the heart of Prince Edward County. 1700 sq ft, 2+1 bdrm, 4 bathrm, elevator, premium finishings/fixtures/appliances. Luxury living awaits you in this $449,000 MLS 2134267 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* eco-condo! $450,000 MLS 2137324 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader* www.lauriegruer.com www.robandkate.com
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To see more details on this plan, visit www.selectfloorplans.ca/dfl and enter the plan number above. Use advanced sear thousands of other home designs, including bungalow, two-storey, multi-level, and cottage country homes. Order blu Hidden gem in Bloomfield,for steps frominformation shops and cafes Main to Street! Ap-and Impeccable home minutes from Picton. Gracious open layout with main 1-800-663-6739 more onofhow order modify plans. pealing Victorian, generous landscaped lot near the millpond. Expansive main floor family room large, private lower level retreat, +deck and landscaped floor, eat-in kitchen, large family room, exquisitely-detailed reception rooms. yard with patio. Master bedroom with adjacent sunroom, geothermal 2 bedrooms with added closet space. Perfect home for a couple! $295,000 heating, and an eco-water system complete the picture. $349,000 MLS MLS 2135967 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* 2136496 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* www.samsimone.com www.monicaklingenberg.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. Woodstoves on both levels, 3 season verandah, large decks, outdoor shower. Bunkie. $548,000 MLS 2137416 Gail Forcht** www.homeinthecounty.com
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FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET. Home less then 1 year old, 75 Acre estate. Elegant great room, fireplace, hardwood floors, 14ft ceilings. Stainless steel appliances, extending eating area, deck walkout. Master bedroom, walk-in closet, lavish master bath. 3 additional bedrooms. Short drive to Trenton & Belleville. $589,000 MLS 2140539 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader* www.robandkate.com
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SOLD Impressive quality built executive home less than five minutes from Picton. Built on a knoll overlooking a pastoral setting of 18 acres, this well appointed home is professionally landscaped and boasts a backyard oasis for your family`s enjoyment. Inside, you`ll be comforted by elegant finishes throughout the 3500 sq ft of living space. This one is truly for the distinctive buyer! By appointment only. $699,000 MLS 2136886
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
EQUESTRIAN DREAM HOME!
A True Country Estate for the Equestrian Lover. Let the warmth of this beautiful brick home surround you on this 18 acre prestigious parcel. Backing onto the Golf Course, and set back from the road, sits an incredible 4000 sq ft Bungalow with exclusive materials used throughout. Features 3 bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen,4 fireplaces,4 baths,a 20X30 family room,and a master bedroom that's sure to hug you with the finest in comfort from every angle. This home is carefully positioned to take in incredible views over the exquisite landscaping and outdoor living areas including the rear patio/pool area with a gorgeous brick pergola. The state of the art matching brick barn holds the same charm, with a cherry entrance, heated tack room, feed room and office with cork floors, 4 large stalls, wash bay, & hot/cold water.Just to the North, enjoy a recently added 80X120 Lit Riding arena by MegaDome with sand footing. Absolutely spectacular, and priced well below replacement value. $1,290,000 MLS 2135594
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SOLD Stunning open concept custom built Cape Cod with huge cathedral ceilings in main living areas, and even in grand 2nd floor master with ensuite. Features a Paul Holden oak kitchen with 9` island, gleaming hardwood, large deck with quiet backyard & no rear neighbours. Large finished basement with two additional bedrooms. Close to golf, boat launch, beach, shopping, new community centre and great restaurants in the village of Wellington! Look no further. $309,900 MLS 2135265
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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
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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
`Cambridge Model`. Another quality built Hilden Home on a quiet partly cleared 40 acre lot on a quiet country lot in beautiful Prince Edward County.To be built. Located in area of other new homes. Please See attached brochure for specs and floorplans. Customer may customize plans with builder. 12-16 week delivery Hilden Homes has never missed a closing date! $438,800 MLS 2131364
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Jim Wait* Darlene Eldridge** Lot to be severed only minutes to Picton and Sandbanks Provincial Park. Features 2 acres on a quiet road with a pastoral view. Hydro runs by the lot, a drilled well will be installed, and the lot will be fenced. This is a great location for a new home or cottage retreat! $54,900 MLS 2140009
Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251
PROSPEct AvE in PictON Why rent when you could own this spacious bungalow for less than $900 per month!! Offers finished living space on two levels with many recent upgrades. Reduced to $174,900 MLS 2130730
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Mary Jane Mills**
chERRy vALLEy 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. $214,900 MLS 2133886
Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251 GLENORA ROAD 5.75 acres of property with a bay view in the distance. Charming country home in move-in condition, featuring spacious rooms & a cozy wood-burning fireplace in living room. Flexible possession. $269,000 MLS 2137314
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Herb Pliwischkies* Spectacular 10.3 acre lot minutes from Picton, this Farnsworth built home is sure to please many happy clients. 3 bedroom, 2 baths, full basement, vaulted ceilings, c/a, deck and veranda, master bedroom ensuite. Choose your own finishes. Other models to choose from. Site is shovel ready! $329,900 MLS 2140566
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Perfect starter home/condo. 3 bedroom, full rec room. New carpets and flooring. Patio area. Last of the rental units. Immediate possession. Newly painted $104,000 MLS 2136763
Marc Ouellette* Colleen Green* Beautiful 50 acre parcel of land-10 per cent wooded with an escarpment at the back. The rest is pastoral land with a blasted well near the front of the property. This would be the perfect spot to build a dream home with lots of privacy and room to roam. Only 10 minutes from Picton. $125,000 MLS 2140240
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 acres. Lake proximity increases potential for grape growing or just enjoy the natural rear backdrop of cedars and some deciduous trees . Building site is level & awaits your plans! $129,000 MLS 2137430
Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251 BLOOMFiELD Huge lot backing onto the Millenium Trail. Tastefully decorated & upgraded century home with municipal water. Features lots of original charm, 3 bedrooms, 4 pce. Bath, main floor laundry & 4 main floor rooms. $174,900 MLS 2132930
Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251 MOvE-iN READy! Barker Street in Picton. Cute & cozy twobedroom bungalow featuring newer updates & decor including gas fireplace in living room & new kitchen. Situated on a spacious lot with attached garage. Great for first time buyer or single person! $179,900 MLS 2140270
Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251 PictON – perfect family home featuring many high-end upgrades including hardwood & ceramic floors, new kitchen & bathrooms. Offers 3 bedrooms, living/dining room, kitchen plus fully finished basement with walk-out to garage. $209,000 MLS 2140718
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Jim Wait* Darlene Eldridge**
ldeally Lated on the Bay of Quinte in the area of Telegraph Narrows, and offering some of the best fishing in Ontario, here is an opportunity to build your dream home on this level, cleared lot. Tie your boat to your own dock and boat, fish and swim as the seasons permit. A shed is already in place for lawnmowers and storage. $245,000 MLS 2140242
Veronica Norton*
All brick, maintenance free exterior bungalow with large attached 2 plus car garage/workshop with office or craft room, set back from the road allows for quiet enjoyment and nature watching. Inside hard wood floors thru out except breeze way and sun room a open concept kitchen with island, eating & giving area. centrally located in `The County` 10 min to Picton, Bloomfield & Wellington & 20 to Belleville. $279,900 MLS 2140601
Kristen Rutgers*
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
Herb Pliwischkies* BLOOMFiELD BEAuty! Nice brick bungalow in the Village of Bloomfield. Big double lot, fenced, extensive renovations in the past 2 years includes new septic, furnace, siding, paint, alarm system & some windows. Attached garage, deck, workshop. $249,000 MLS 2140158
Veronica Norton*
57 LAKEBREEZE cOuRt – LOcAtiON, LOcAtiON, LOcAtiON 1 block north of Main St Wellington, walk to all this town has to offer!! 7 yr old quality built home has WOW factor! Family room with vaulted ceilings, cozy gas fireplace, open to dining and kitchen area. Large master suite, 4 pc bath, additional bedroom on main floor. Lower level recroom, 2 pc bath and additional bedroom. $295,000 MLS 2140341
A-mazing! MLS# 2140362 $449,900
4 bedroom, 3 bath, acreage, close to Picton, many perks, majestic home, ready for family, call today to view.
Jim Wait* Darlene Eldridge**
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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 efficiency furnace, shore line improvement with waters edge dock that allows a boater access to West Lake or Lake Ontario just steps to shopping, beach, recreational facilities. Exceptional Starter or Retirement opportunity. $250,000 MLS 2140058
Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251 cOMMERciAL/iNDuStRiAL BuiLDiNG Centrally located and highly visible on County Rd 1 on 2.2 acres surrounded by farmland. 3,500 sq.ft. building, insulated, well & septic. Phase 2 Environmental Complete. $329,000 MLS 2136995
Ron Norton*
Custom waterfront home, 2.5+ acres, a throw back to an era of homes of grandeur. Wrap around veranda, large eat-in kitchen, spacious, inclusive living room. Large windows throughout, spectacular sunrises and sunsets. Lower level retreat offers space for entertainment, games and privacy. Rear deck for bbq's and quiet times. All of this plus your own private waterfront on the Bay of Quinte $500,000 MLS 2137275
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Exquisitely renovated 1860’s home on 6 acres. Maple hardwood. Walls of windows. Wildlife habitat in your backyard! $589,000
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Private 3 acres. Great room with vaulted ceilings. Wide plank wood floors. Main floor master bedroom with spectacular en-suite! $498,700
Beautiful home or business opportunity as a spa or B&B! Custom carved cabinetry. Set on 6.2 acres. $599,000
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14.7 acres with breath taking views of Adolphus Reach. Cathedral ceilings! Hard wood floors. $448,800
Charming reno on picturesque Morrison Point Rd. 4 bedrooms + insulated artist’s studio/Bunkie. $319,000
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Looks like another great year in store for Real Estate sales in 2014. This year marks my 28th year selling real estate in the Bay of Quinte and the Prince Edward County region. It is our pledge to provide you with honest good old fashioned service. We are always available to take your calls, answer your questions or simply address your concerns. Listing your property doesn’t guarantee a sale but listing it with an experienced full time agent, will increase your chances. During the past 17 years I have been a proud supporter of the Childrens Miracle Network where a portion of every commission earned is donated to help those in need, at Sick Kids. Remax is a major supporter of this worthy cause and I am proud to be a part of it. I also support many local charities and events sponsored by County service organizations. Tennis has been a passion all of my life, and this year it is planned to continue with efforts to improve local tennis facilities. 2014 is the year that the community court in Waupoos will receive a complete facelift. Once in a while its good to do a little physical work, according to my Dad!! I anticipate to have this project completed by early June, if.... the snow melts by then! We would like to thank the many clients and friends who continue to support us !
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NOW SHOWING $1,195,000 Regardless of the weather, time of year or time of day this spacious custom built waterfront home offers living space ideal for family living and entertaining. The 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom stone and brick bungalow has a natural gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings, gourmet kitchen and master bedroom with ensuite. 200 feet of natural stone ledge waterfront on Lake Ontario. Within the manicured 2.2 acres lies a picturesque pond. MLS® 2140703
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FAMILY HOME $359,000 Lovely location for this 2 storey family home on quiet crescent in older subdivision in Picton. Spacious sunfilled rooms with natural gas fireplace in the family room/kitchen. Features 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, full partly finished basement and attached double garage with inside entry. Green space right beside for extra privacy. A perfect home for you and your growing family. MLS®2140685
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
MP says budget will help create jobs Conservatives say outlook contains no new taxes for families, businesses ChAD Ibbotson
Staff writer
With the announcement of the federal budget this week, the local member of parliament outlined his plans for Prince EdwardHastings in the coming year. Prince Edward-Hastings MP Daryl Kramp said spurring on the local economy will once again be key. The Conservative government's Economic Action Plan 2014 will look to put an emphasis on job creation and economic growth while targeting low taxes. “In listening to constituents, my continued priorities are to create more jobs and growing the economy in Prince EdwardHastings,” Kramp said in a Feb. 11 release. “Our Economic Action Plan 2014 contains no new taxes on families and businesses, while continuing to ensure our government spending was efficient and effective as possible.” Nationally, the Conservatives have lowered the deficit outlook to $16.6 billion and have set their sights on reaching a $6.4 billion surplus by 2015-16. The 2014-15 shortfall forecast was lowered to $2.9 billion. Locally, the release says the plan will look to strengthen the economy with a number of measures. The release says the launch of the Canada Job Grant will help residents get the skills training they need to land in-demand positions. The creation of the Canada Apprentice
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Loan, meanwhile, will provide red seal trade apprentices with access to $100 million in interest-free loans each year. The plan includes the launch of a job matching services that will automatically connect Canadian residents looking for work with employers. The government will also look to assist youth entering the workplace by investing $55 million to create paid internships for recent graduates in small and medium-sized businesses and in fields that are in high demand. On the other end of the spectrum the plan includes a $75-million investment in support for older workers who want to participate in the job market. Small businesses will get a bit of a break as the plan will cut 800,000 payroll remittances for 50,000 of them. The plan promises investment in the country's national parks and historic canals, conserving recreational fisheries, expanding tax relief for the environmental conservation of lands, and encouraging clean energy generation with tax relief to new green energy technologies. Tax relief will also be
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Gazette wine columnist Joe Hache took a break from sampling the county’s best vintages to silence a few friends. After complaining about the weather on social media and being called names, Hache braved the cold conditions to show his resilience. (Submitted photo)
PUBLIC NOTICE: SALE OF LAND FOR TAX ARREARS BY PUBLIC TENDER Municipal Act, 2001, Form 6 Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on February 28, 2014, at the Prince Edward County Municipal Office, Shire Hall (Clerk’s Office), 332 Main Street, Picton. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Prince Edward County Municipal Office (Shire Hall), 332 Main Street, Picton. Description of Lands: Roll No. 13 50 622 010 10200 0000; Consecon; PIN 55019-0155(LT); Part Lot 108 Concession 4 Hillier, designated Parts 1 and 3 Plan 47R1755 except HL9387 T/W PE22777; Prince Edward; File No. 12-01 Minimum Tender Amount: $36,246.36 Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation, payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 percent of the tender amount. Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, HST if applicable and the relevant land transfer tax. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For more information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender visit www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or www.pecounty.on.ca, or contact the undersigned.
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Clark prepares to jump into Eastern Canadian waters Quinte Dolphins swimmer turns heads at regional championship ChAd iBBOtsOn
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A gifted local athlete is having a memorable season and this weekend will have an opportunity to perform on a provincial stage. Morgan Clark plays the usual high school sports — hockey, volleyball — but the young athlete's recent performance with the Quinte Dolphins Swim Club at the Eastern Ontario Swimming Association (EOSA) short-course regional championships in Belleville has shown her potential as a swimmer. Clark's performance — which saw her record seven personal best times — has secured her a spot in the Eastern Canadian Championships in Windsor which takes place Feb. 13–16. A Grade 9 student at PECI, Clark said she has been swimming with the club for about five years and joined after visiting a friend's practice. She said she was excited about this weekend's meet. “I wasn't too sure how well I was going to do this year after breaking my ankle last year, so I was quite surprised as well,” she said of qualifying for the event. “I am nervous about swimming at a big meet like this, but I know once I get behind the blocks and start swimming it will be just like every other meet.” In terms of goals, Clark said she's working hard and
On the rise PECI Grade 9 student and Quinte Dolphins Swim Club member Morgan Clark recently qualified for the Eastern Canadian Championships in Windsor, which takes place this weekend. A memorable swimming season has seen Clark break her own personal records as well as finishing first in the recent 50-metre free event in Belleville. (Submitted photo)
practice and trying to have as much fun as possible. She said she wants to improve her times with each meet and, hopefully, compete in a couple more big events. She said hard work has translated into success this season. “I've been working harder at practices than I
have in previous years and I also feel like I just want it more this year,” she said. Clark said Quinte Dolphins Swim Club coach Jim Anfield has also been a big part of her improvement year over year. “Even though I say he's the worst sometimes, I really do appreciate all of the
time and effort he puts into helping me improve,” she said. The upcoming short course competition in Windsor is billed as a great chance for youth and junior competitors to develop their skills. Anfield said Clark has just such an opportunity.
“Morgan is a gifted athlete, she competes in rep hockey for the county's boy's bantam team, and she is currently on the PECI volleyball team,” he said. “Her swimming style looks effortless and doesn't do justice to the effort she has put in to making it look so easy.”
Anfield said Clark is just starting to scratch the surface of her swimming potential. “I hope this meet gives her an idea of just how good she is and how much better she could be,” he said. “Our club is fortunate to have her swimming with us and she has become a strong example of what can be done with hard work. The result is that she is elevating the level of the swimmers around her.” Clark's performance is just a piece of what has been a very positive season for the Quinte Dolphins Swim Club, said Anfield. He said all the swimmers have been working hard to show improvement from one swim meet to the next. Fellow Quinte Dolphins swimmer Faith Elsbury competed along with Clark at the recent regional championships in Belleville. “This was Faith's first time attending EOSA, she was a little nervous in her first swim the 200 IM (individual medley) but improved in each of her next two swims, swimming to a personal best in both the 200 back and 200 breast,” said Anfield. “Morgan had a very good meet, swimming to seven personal best times while finishing first in the 50 free and narrowly missing a medal in the 50 fly and 50 back.” Anfield said two other swimmers — Kelli Anne Maycock and Annika Hudgin — had two out of three qualifying times that they needed to attend the regional meet.
Panthers parlay strong tournament effort into dominant first-round victory PECI to host St. Theresa tonight in Bay of Quinte Conference semi-final with a 6 p.m. start AdAm BrAmBurger
Staff writer
Lining it up Morgan Johnson, shown here making a free throw against Centennial, was a strong presence for PECI at the Small School Showcase in Burlington where he was named his team’s MVP. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
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The PECI Senior Basketball Panthers were still flying high when they came home from the invite-only Small School Showcase in Burlington last weekend. The Panthers stepped onto their home court in the Bay of Quinte Conference quarterfinals and never looked back, decimating the Saint Paul Falcons 75-24. PECI looked impressive in the first quarter, going on an 18-0 run as coach Ernie MacMillan went to his bench early to allow seven different players in on the scoring in that quarter alone. The Falcons would put up
their best challenge in the second as they managed to put in 12 points to the Panthers’ own 19, but PECI followed that right up with a 22-4 outcome in the third to dismiss any hopes of a comeback effort from the visitors. Morgan Johnson and Kyle Gould shared in the scoring lead for the Panthers with 13 points each. Matt Gallo contributed 12 and Blaine Swackhammer 10 in the victory. Taylor Reddick and Pat McPherson had eight points each. With the win, the Panthers move on to face the St. Theresa Titans in the semifinal at home tonight with a 6 p.m. tip-off. It also qualified the seniors for the COSSA
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championships. In Burlington, the Panthers went into the weekend seeded second of 16 teams, but coach Rob Garden said the Panthers knew if they didn’t work they could find themselves trailing easily. To start the tournament, the Panthers played the hometown Lester B. Pearson Patriots. Garden said after a three-hour car ride, the Panthers looked flat in the early going and they couldn’t get their offence going. The defence would hold strong, however, allowing the team a chance to get into a rhythm. During the second half, PECI managed to pull away from their hosts to post a 47-33 win. In the championship pool
following their win, the Panthers were matched up against the St. Andrew’s College Saints of Aurora. The private school team proved to be extremely athletic and aggressive, and according to Garden, they proved to be the best club the Panthers have seen all year. The Saints were in control at all times and they managed to push the ball up the court for easy looks at the basket. The Panthers coaches tried to impress upon their charges to play their own game in the second half and not be intimidated by the Saints. Garden reported things went much better, but the Panthers ultimately still fell to defeat 49-21.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
Novice Kings capture second seed following 6-2 round-robin record Atom AEs beat Port Hope to advance to quarterfinals; Peewee AEs head to Huntsville after dropping first two games of semi-final series Jason ParKs
Staff writer
The County Farm Centre Novice Kings put the stamp on their round-robin seeding round with a pair of wins last weekend and will head into the OMHA Eastern League quarterfinals with a full head of the steam. On Friday night in Stirling the Kings blanked the host Blues 6-0 with Austin Stock putting up the plywood in the visitors net for the shut out. Gerrit Kempers hat the hot stick, firing a hat trick for then locals while Riley Grimmon, Lochlan MacDonald and Liam Philip all had singles. Assists went to Dominic Guerrera (two), Nathan Steen (two), Ben Smith (two), Kempers, Grimmon,
and Philip. On Saturday in Picton versus Gananoque, the home team skated to a 6-1 victory on goals by Grimmon (two), Smith (two), Guerrera, and Philip. Assist went to Kempers (two), Grimmon, Smith, Matthew Millington,and Reese Kleinsteuber. Stock picked up the win in net. The Kings finished their round robin with a 6-2 record, good for second place overall. They advance to a series against the thirdplace team starting next weekend. In other Kings news... n The Ainsworth Funeral Home Atom AE Kings had to beat a hot netminder to do it, but the squad are moving on to the OMHA quarter-finals. The Kings hooked up
with the Port Hope Phantoms in the third round of the OMHA playdowns and eventually won the six point series 6-1. With a four-point lead heading into Game 3 in Picton Friday night, the Kings looked comfortable but were stopped for a 2-2 tie in which they threw everything but the kitchen sink at the Port Hope net only to be denied with the exception of markers from Austin Bryans and Spencer Scott. On Saturday in Port
Hope, the Kings burst the Phantoms bubble 4-0 and netminder Nolan Lane responded with a shutout of his own. Scott, Aiden Reddick, Kacey Cocklin and Emerson Byford all bulged twine in the win while Carter Knock, Owen Payette, Scott, Nathan Percy and Bryans had assists. The Kings will take on the Huntsville Otters in the next round. Dates for the series are still being finalized.
n The Scotiabank Peewee AE Kings find themselves down in their OMHA semifinal series after the Huntsville Otters picked up a pair of road wins last weekend. In the series opener Saturday in Picton, the Kings gave up a goal in the first period and that would be enough as the Otters added an empty netter late to win 2-0. In Game 2 the next day, the Kings got out to a commanding lead through the
opening frame as Jackson Fox (two), Ben Giroux and Cole Matthews all scored in the first to get the Kings in front 4-1. But the Otters clawed back and managed to eventually take the lead 5-4. Brodie Byford lit the lamp to tie it again, but the the visitors potted a pair in the final frame to take it 7-5. The Kings head to Summit Place this weekend to try and climb back into the series.
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Barristers and Solicitors
patrick e. hurley B.A., LL.B. phurley@hurleylawllp.com
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY The Picton Gazette
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
ROOFING
B&T
Cowan Roofing
PAINTING
Boyce’s PAINTING & ODD JOBS
CONCRETE
PLUMBING / HEATING / CONSTRUCTION
C.B. FENNELL LTD.
READY MIX CONCRETE CHERRY VALLEY
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General Construction Renovations Additions Concrete Siding
Terry Cowan 613-476-2525 EXCAVATING
• Lawn Rolling • Retaining Walls • Septic Systems • Backhoe & Dozer Work • Mini Excavator • Trucking • Topsoil • Mulch • Gravel
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PLUMBING
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Affordable rates Seniors discounts repair & installations Prompt * Quality Service
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Basement, Garage, Attic, Barn
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PROPANE
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Brush & Roller • Airless Spraying Barns & Commercial Building Interior & Exterior Houses Roof Replacement & Repair Bucket Truck Service General Maintenance Sandblasting • Parking Lot Striping Prompt Service • Free Estimates
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
Losing ground Wellington Dukes captain Erick Delaurentis tries to get around Kingston’s Brett Seney during the home sides 4-1 loss Friday night to the Voyageurs at the Essroc Arena. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)
Home-ice advantage in jeopardy after Wellington goes 1-2 Dukes play Buffalo tight on the road but can’t come up with late goal to tie Jason Parks
Staff writer
The Buffalo shuffle didn't go so well for the Wellington Dukes and their stride to a good playoff seeding might have taken hit with a 5-3 loss to the Junior Sabres Tuesday night. Tuesday's loss and a 4-1 setback to the Kingston Voyageurs Friday night sandwiched a 4-0 win over the hapless Orangeville Flyers and with a 30-12-6 record, the Dukes chances of opening the 2014 playoffs at home could be in jeopardy. The club, which has 66 points in 48 games finds itself two points back of Cobourg with the same number of games played. The Dukes are four points back of the secondplace Whitby Fury but have three games in hand. Overall, the Vees continue to the lead the East Division with 73 points in 49 games. Wellington looked to be in control in it's latest setback, leading the host Junior Sabres 3-1 with under 10 minutes remaining in the contest but wound up falling behind 4-3 after Buffalo mounted a late comeback. The Dukes would lift Wellington starter Tyson Teichmann for an extra attacker but the Junior Sabres would put one into the yawning cage to make it a 5-3 final. Luc Brown had the only goal in the first as Wellington outshot Buffalo 11-5. Buffalo would only muster four shots in the second but one of those would beat Teichmann at the 9:27 mark. Wellington would get the lead back late in the second however as Mike Robinson fed Abbott Girduckis out in front with just 33 seconds left to make it 21 Wellington. The Dukes added another in the second half of the third as Robinson used his speed on the penalty kill to beat Buffalo netminder Joseph Pianta to a loose
puck and scored shorthanded at 9:41. Buffalo was better on its second powerplay of the night, taking just six seconds to score after a Parker Wood interference infraction to make it 3-2. Josh Gabriel would score off a scramble with 2:27 left to tie it and Ryan Schmelzer's second of the contest with 1:29 left to go completed the Wellington collapse. Schmelzer picked up the empty netter with 59 seconds left. On Saturday, the Dukes started Taylor Welsh against his former club and the netminder picked up a shutout, blanking the Flyers 4-0. Erick Delaurentis had a pair for Wellington while Robinson and Steven Deeg had singles. On a snowy Friday night in Wellington, the Dukes were unable to gain ground on the East leading Voyageurs as the visitors took an early lead and never looked back. Just 35 seconds in, an Adam Brady feed in front found Alex Tonge and the Kingston sniper scored on the games first shot. Mason Nowak added an unassisted marker late in the frame to put Kingston up 2-1. Trevor Cope carved the lead in half with his 17th of the season, but that's as close as Wellington would get it as the Vees added another in the second and a fourth goal in the early going of the third period. Wellington stayed the night in Buffalo on Tuesday evening and were due to get in a rare mid week home game against the Burlington Cougars yesterday afternoon. The Dukes are in Trenton on Friday night to play the Golden Hawks in their “Pink in the Rink” Breast Cancer research fundraiser event. On Sunday, the Dukes host Hamilton. A make up game against the Burlington Cougars is scheduled for Wednesday night at Essroc Arena and the club concludes its regular season next Friday when they host the Mississauga Chargers.
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.
Feb 13 - 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 613-476-3842 or email princeedwardfarmers@gmail.com
Feb 27 - Farmers Face the Elements with Don McCabe, Vice President of Ontario Federation of Agriculture, on Ontario farmers interacting with the environment, and farm policy updates. Township of Thurlow Community Centre at 516 Harmony Road, north of Belleville (& west off hwy. 37) at 7 pm. No charge, donations accepted at the door. All are welcome. For information, The Hastings Stewardship Council: 613-391-9034 or email: info@hastingsstewardship.ca Feb 21 – PE Junior Farmers meets at the County Farm Centre boardroom 7:30pm.
Mar 4-5 - Free Stall Dairy Housing Design Seminars Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 212, 100 Reuben
Crescent, Kemptville, ON. This seminar is specifically intended for producers with plans to build or renovate their free stall in the next few years. The focus is on fundamentals of design. It will also provide practical information needed to build an economical, labour efficient facility that is comfortable for cattle. Cost for 2 day course is $214.70 (includes 13% HST). For more information and to register, call the Agricultural Information Contact Centre 1-877-424-1300 or 519-826-4047. Mar 13 - 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 613-476-3842 or email princeedwardfarmers@gmail.com
Apr 10 - 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 613-476-3842 or email princeedwardfarmers@gmail.com
GRAIN PRICES
FOB Trenton as quoted by TRENTON GRAIN Wednesday, February 12, 2013
CORN - $170.00/t NEW CROP CORN - $170.00/t NEW CROP WHEAT - $207.00/t SOYBEANS - $525.00/t NEW CROP SOYBEANS - $429.00/t
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Buy & Sell Top Prices
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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING RATES AND INFORMATION CLASSIFIED ADS: $5.49 for 15 words or less. 12¢ each additional word. BIRTHS MEMORIAMS, CARDS OF THANKS: 15¢ each word, minimum $8.50 (50 words)
ARTICLES FOR SALE
7' 3PTH snow blower $500. 4.5' front mount Luck-Now snowblower $600. 1950 8N Ford Tractor 3pth and grader blade $2500 obo 613392-7390 or 613-394-4558. AUTOMOTIVE KEYS & remotes with programming. By appointment. Prince Edward Locksmith 613-476-3382.
County Traders We Purchase Estates Furniture & Antiques BUY, SELL, TRADE 39 Stanley Street Bloomfield, Ontario
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FIREWOOD SALE: Log lenghts, single or double loads, call 613332-1199 or cell 613-334-9544. SNOWSUIT XL- to give away, never worn call 613-962-6771.
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MUSIC
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ANTIQUES
PROFESSIONAL FURNITURE refinishing and restoration. Antiques bought and sold. Free pick-up and delivery. Butler Creek Antiques, Schoharie Rd. 613-476-1142.
APPLIANCES FOR SALE
NEW and USED
APPLIANCES USED REFRIGERATORS
Stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, dishwashers, 3 mos. old & up. Sold with written guarantees. Fridge's $100. & up.
NEW APPLIANCES
At the lowest prices in the area. Trade-ins accepted on new appliances. Big selection to choose from.
PAYS CASH$$$
For good used appliances in working order or not but no junk please. VISA & MASTERCARD accepted. We have our own financing also. Shop at our competitors & then come see for yourself quality at low prices. Open evenings 7 days a week. We Deliver.
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ASP CONTRACTORS, airless spray painting, power washing, barns, houses, factories, etc. Corn, glass and sandblasting, new steel roofs installed, roofs screwnailed and boards replaced, eavestroughs and gutter guards installed, addions and foundations. 1-800-589-1375, georgewickens@hotmail.com
FOR YOUR HEALTH
GENTLE TOUCH GROOMING & TRAINING. Offering at home services. Contact Richelle 613920-2326. QUINTE PET MINDERS. Loving care for your pets in their own home. Daily visits also overnights and vacation stays 613-476-6265.
CARS AND TRUCKS
1988 K5 BLAZER from North Carolina, 4x4, 350. Certified, e-test, plus parts Blazer. 613-471-1182 2001 CHEV/Silverado, reg. cab, 8ft long box, 4x4 auto, 4.8 engine. 205km, asking $5,200. 613-476-1746 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.
COMMERCIAL FOR RENT Retail Space FOR LEASE:
124 Main St: Across from Tim Horton 1) Retail $800/month, plus util. (flower shop) 2) Small Retail $700/month, inclusive
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PSYCHOTHERAPIST. Individual and couples counselling. Deborah Rosberg M.S.W./R.S.W., 613-848-0009.
3 OFFICES. 700SQ' main level, downtown Picton, high visability, walk-in, professional building, law office next door, $650mo. heat included 613-476-7980.
FOR RENT
2 BEDROOM side-by-side duplex, lawn maintenance and snow removal included, $675 monthly plus. 613-885-1307 (cell) 2 BEDROOM 2 bath, brand new modular home, town water, deck, open concept, grass cut, snowplowing included, $1195 plus utilities (gas heat). Seniors Discount. Raspberry Fields 100 Upper Lake St. 613-885-1307 (cell) 2 BEDROOM 3rd floor, newly renovated, fridge/stove and water included, available Mar 1st, first/last required, $775 monthly 613-645-2157. 2 BEDROOM apt. avail March 1, $995 monthly plus hydro. Large, clean, fully updated, mature quiet persons only, non-smk building. Contact Brian 613-240-5332. 2 BEDROOM apartment, close to town. Includes laundry hookups, dw, garage, hydro and heat. $1150 monthly. First/last and references required. 613-476-8052 3 BEDROOM ground floor duplex, sunroom, private driveway, washer/dryer, laundry room, fridge/stove/dishwasher, close to school and downtown $890 mo. water/sewer included. Heat extra. First/last/references, non-smk, no pets preferred, available April 1. Apply to Advertiser Box 835 c/o The Picton Gazette 267 Main St. Picton K0K 2T0. 3 BEDROOM apartment, lower unit of house, available April. Includes laundry hookups, fenced yard, carport parking, dw and heat. $975 monthly plus water and sewer. First/last and references required. 613-476-8052 COZY 2 bedroom apartment in Picton fridge/stove not included, gas heat, $750 plus water & sewer, first/last/references required. Call 613-476-8052.
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BEAUTIFUL 2 bedroom apartment in an Adult orientated building, unit is on the 2nd floor, over looking the harbour and Located close to the Main Street in Picton. This 1100 square foot unit includes a private balcony, fridge, stove, washer, dryer, and parking for 2 cars. This is a must see! Unit rents for $850 plus H&H, available January 1st 2014, for more information 613-771-3203.
FEATURED HOMES FOR RENT Main St Apartments: Bachelor Apt, avail April 1, $450 plus util. 1 Bed Apt, avail Mar 1 $550 plus util. 2 Bed Apt, avail Apr 1 $610 plus util. Macaulay Village: 2 bed. house avail now $840 plus util. NEW CONSTRUCTION! 2 bed. bungalow, avail spring, $1300 plus util. Belleville: 2 bedroom luxury condo rent $1600 plus util. Apply at our Office:
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FULLY FURNISHED 4 bedroom $1050+ heat. Fully furnished 1 bedroom $695 +heat, Oct 01-April 30th contact mark@cherrygrove118gmail.com LARGE 1 bedroom Main Street Picton 2nd floor apartment, available March 1st. $700 monthly plus hydro, includes water. First/last required. No parking. Additional fee for pets and smokers. Please email: pictonapartments@bell.net or text 613-391-7123
SENIORS PLEASE 105 Bridge St
Bachelor Apartment available! $675 mo. plus hydro, first/last Quiet area on the Bay Appliances, laundry Super on site
613-970-0225
MAPLE E S TH Retirement Home
has available 2 Main Floor Rooms. • One very bright, large room • One bright room w sunroom All inclusive, including parking.
Call Jean 613-476-6318
WINTER SPECIAL!
4 bedroom townhome available now. Bright, clean, hardwood floors, large yard.
50% off first month’s rent.
Sentinel Property Management 613-966-9079
NEED SPACE? From Boxes to Boats Low Cost Storage in Wellington Indoor/outdoor storage for boats and RV’s of all shapes and sizes. Monthly & Seasonal Rates
613.399.3393
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.
WANTED TO BUY WILL Buy Scrap
Vehicles, Metals and Appliances and will do moving, dump runs of brush, grass cutting, garage & basement cleaning
CALL CHAPPY’S
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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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EMPLOYMENT WANTED
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.
BAILEY’S RECYCLABLES
Scrap Metal & Scrap Cars & Electronics - TV’s, Computers, etc. Appliances
FREE Pickup
613-476-1621
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FROST, In loving memory of the greatest Grandma, Wilhelmina who passed away February 14, 2001. Dearly missed Always loved Forever in my heart you stay. Love you Donna xoxo
MEMORIAM
IRVINE, Verna. February 12,1998. Time passes, Memories stay, Quietly remembered every day Rest in peace Always remembered every day Rest in peace Always remembered by daughter Nancy, Arthur and family.
DEATH
It is with sad hearts that the family announces the peaceful passing of
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
MEMORIAM
LEAVITT, Randy Ronald Mar 21, 1961-Feb 16, 1982 Memories are like leaves of gold They never tarnish or grow old Locked in our hearts You will always be Loved and remembered For all eternity Love from your family
DEATH
HAIGHT, Earnest Arthur
In loving memory of a Husband, Father and Grandfather who passed away on 13 February 1994. As I sit in heaven And watch you everyday I try to let you know with signs I never went away I hear you when you’re laughing And watch you as you sleep I even place my arms around you To calm you as you weep I see you wish the day away Begging to have me home So I try to send you signs So you know you are not alone Don’t feel guilty that you have Life that was denied to me Heaven is truly beautiful Just you wait and see So live your life, laugh again Enjoy yourself, be free Then I know with every breath you take You’ll be taking one for me. Lovingly remember by wife Dianna, Daughters Sherri, Serena, Tanya and families
Diana Hele (Isenor)
loving memory of our daughter, who left us 2 years ago, February 16, 2012. We sat beside your bedside Our hearts were crushed and sore We did our best to the end Till we could do no more. In tears we watched you sinking We watched you fade away And though our hearts were breaking We knew you couldn’t stay. You left behind some aching hearts That loved you most sincere We never shall and never will forget you. We’ll always love you and remember you forever. Love Mom, children, brothers and sisters.
Margaret Williams
September 16, 1921 – February 11, 1994
Alton Williams
April 8, 1921 – October 22, 1999
Gone are the days we used to share But in our hearts you are always there, The gates of memory will never close, With tender love and deep regret, We who love you will never forget. Always in our hearts The Williams family
January 27, 2014 in her 89th year. Predeceased by her mother and father Margarette and Carl Rombough who resided in Bloomfield Prince Edward County. Lorraine was pre-deceased by two of her children John and Norma, her brother Don and Sister Pat. She is the beloved wife of Bert Ballantyne and a welcome member of his caring and loving family. She is the loving mother of her surviving children George and Colleen. She will be fondly remembered by all her grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. We are especially thankful to the family of Bert Ballantyne. His children Barb, Bob, Jack and Cathy have contributed significantly to Mom’s quality of life. Bert’s children, grand-children and great grandchildren were a great joy to Lorraine. (Nadine, Lisa, Mark Mathew, Dylan Stephen Alex, Katy and David). Lorraine’s sister Joyce Gravonic lives in Picton with most of her immediate family. (Judy Jenny Steve Georgia, Drexel). Nancy and Gord family Brenda, and Thayden. Many of Lorraine’s surviving family members reside in Prince Edward County. There has always been a strong tie to the county. There is a very special place in mom’s heart for the spouse and children of her deceased children (Paulette, Michelle, Macey, Donald, family, David and Jamie and family. Lorraine will be greatly missed by her adult children George and Colleen. John’s children Donald, David and Michelle and wife Paulette and Norma’s son Jamie will have fond memories. George’s and Krysytna children Tyler and Leanna and their children Sienna and Calleigh will miss their great grandma. Lorraine was born in Buffalo spent her childhood in Township in Dufferin County before moving to Toronto. Her parents Carl and Margarette moved to Bloomfield and lived there for most of their lives close to their roots. Lorraine was a WWII war bride married to Cliff for 25 years. She was a 25 year proud active member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 527. Lorraine was a profound reader and her proudest moments was graduating from grade 12 much later in life. Mom loved the many pleasant hours fishing with Bert. Mom brought great cheer and joy with everyone that she shared time with. She loved holidays. Christmas was her favorite holiday as she started to prepare each January. Lorraine will be forever remembered as a genuine and kind soul with unparallel wit. She will be deeply missed by the many lives that she has touched. She has many life long friends at Finch Hurst. (Yvonne) A very special thank you to the staff at the Tony Stacey Centre for Veteran’s Care. Lorraine has been cremated as per her wishes. Words of condolences can be left on the website. http://www.aftercare.org/obituaries/. Celebrations of Lorraine’s wonderful life is being planned when the families are able to gather in the summer in Toronto and Picton. A young woman holds her baby and looks at him lovingly. Softly she sings to him: I’ll love you forever I’ll like you for always, As long as I’m living My baby you’ll be.
The son went to his mother. He picked her up and rocked back and, back and forth And sang this song: I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you for always, As long as I’m living My Mommy you’ll be.
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AT 10:00 A.M. FAMILY DAY AUCTION SALE AT DOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE, 1146 CASEY ROAD, BELLEVILLE Antique walnut sideboard/ bird’s eye maple lower doors, beveled glass top doors and marble top, step back flat to the wall cupboard, antique flat to the wall pantry cupboard (painted), antique jam cupboard, antique music sheet cabinet with beveled glass mirror, 2 oak glass door book cases, open writing desk, antique carpenter’s chest, oak dining table, chicken coop chair, Antique butter churn, gingerbread clock, several Corby’s collectible pieces, enamel bar tray, hanging oil lamp, aladdin lamp, copper kettle, antique dresser mirror, large qty, of antique carnival glass, 4 Royal Dux figurines, Royal Doulton figurine, “Granny Ann” tea pot, antique footed pitcher, wash set pieces, press glass, Sherman jewelry, old tin toys, old crocks & numerous other antiques. See the web site for numerous photos of the offering. AUCTIONEERS: DOUG JARRELL & BEN TREVERTON 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com
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THE CORPORATION OF THE COUNTY OF PRINCE EDWARD STUDENT JOB OPPORTUNITIES The County of Prince Edward is an island community on the shores of Lake Ontario with a proud United Empire Loyalist heritage. Boasting beautiful beaches and a unique rural landscape, the County offers serene country living. Our strong agricultural roots, thriving tourism attractions, renowned regional cuisine, and growing wine industry combine to offer a unique and unmatched quality of life. Our Human Resources Department is currently accepting applications for summer students. To be considered for a student position you must be: • A minimum of age 16 • Registered as a full-time student during the preceding academic year and intend to return to school on a fulltime basis during the next academic year. 2014 vacancies are as follows: Community Development: Sr. Museum Assistants (4) Museum Assistant & Collections Technician (1) Jr. Museum Assistants (3) Corporate Services & Finance: Finance/Revenue Representative (1) Engineering, Development & Works: Roads Labourers (10) Civil Engineering Assistants (2) Water & Wastewater Labourers (2) Park Labourers (3) Marina Workers (2) General Qualifications: • Safety conscious • Able to work both as part of a team and independently as required • Customer service focused • Some positions require the following; • Valid Class “G” driver’s licence and certified safety footwear • Proof of a satisfactory Criminal background check/Vulnerable Sector Screening Check Student positions start mid-April and the starting hourly rate ranges from $11.00 - $13.62; depending on the position. If you are interested in any of the above opportunities, please forward your cover letter and resume identifying the summer position you are applying for, by 4:00 pm March 10, 2014 to careers@pecounty.on.ca or by visiting our booth at the Job Fair in Picton on February 19th. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer and support applicants with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. Please email your request or call (613) 476-2148 ext. 223. The personal information being collected will be used in accordance with The Municipal Act and The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and shall only be used in the selection of a suitable candidate.
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Pirates lose back-to-back games for first time, rebound for decisive win Picton coach stresses perspective in dealing with period of adversity Chad Ibbotson
Staff writer
For the first time since November the Picton Pirates suffered defeat, but there were no hanging heads this week as the team sits far atop the league standings heading into the post season. The Pirates had a tough start on home ice Thursday, giving up an early four-goal lead in an eventual 5–3 loss to Port Hope. The team followed the game up with a better effort in Napanee on Friday, but fell to the Raiders 4–3 in a shootout. However, the team would end the week on a positive note, scrambling the Amherstview Jets with a 7–2 victory on Saturday. Pirates coach and general manager Ryan Woodward said it was important for the team to keep things in perspective. “You never like to drop games, but if we're going to learn from our mistakes this is the right time to do it,” he said. “The guys responded well in a tough three in three on Saturday in Amherstview.” An early power-play on Thursday evening helped the Port Hope Panthers build some momentum with a Jared Boomhower goal. The Panthers continued to pressure and at 13:07 Tanner Bowditch scored to double the Port Hope lead. Picton goaltender Andrew Pearson appeared to get a piece of the puck on each goal, but the Pirates found themselves down by two and prompted the coach to call a timeout. Woodward said the message was to get “dialed in” and to support the goaltender. “I don't think we were playing hard enough in front of him and for the most part (the message) was to just take a little pride in the way they were playing the game and to wake up and to push back,” he said. But the Panthers came out hard again following the timeout and Boomhower scored at 16:01. Just 39 seconds later Dan Lagrois made it 4–0. With just 15 seconds remaining on the clock Kenny Murduff stopped Picton's bleeding with a goal from Evan Greer and Matt Whidden. Down by three opening the second, the Pirates got a break when the Panthers' Scott Ferguson was called for tripping. Steven Clarke fed the puck to Greer who found Jack Davison for power-play marker at 2:24. The Pirates continued to
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unfamIlIar ground Picton Pirates forward Chris Jones tries to take the puck to the net with Port Hope’s Ryan Wilkinson in pursuit. The Pirates found themselves in unfamiliar territory last Thursday when the club got behind by four goals in the opening period. The Pirates were unable to come back from the deficit, falling 5–3. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)
build some momentum and at 13:11 the team narrowed the gap to just one on a Murduff goal. Greer picked up his third assist of the night on the play. “We're not really focusing on results at this point in the year, we're just focusing on the way we're playing,” said Woodward. “If the effort is there and we lose that's okay, it's been when the effort isn't there and we're not ready that we're going to be upset.” The final 20 minutes saw the Pirates out-shoot the Panthers, but the club was unable to score. With time dwindling the Pirates pulled their goaltender, but Port Hope's Tyler Jennings found the empty net to finish off the game. “Unfortunately, we just
dug ourselves too big of a hole,” said Woodward. Woodward described Friday's contest in Napanee as more of a run and gun game. While the opening 16 minutes saw the teams play to a deadlock, the final four minutes of period one saw a fast-paced flurry of goals. Napanee got things started with an Austin Boulard goal at 16:26, but just 24 seconds later Picton came storming back to tie things up with Whidden finding the back of the net. Greer and Murduff picked up the assists. At 17:16 Tyler Romain beat Picton goaltender Adam Wood give the Raiders their second lead of the contest. With just seconds remaining Ryan Sizer walked
over the Napanee blue line and fired a rocket shot that went through goaltender Kyle Copeland, tying the game at two heading into the second. With a scoreless second period, the deadlock carried into the final frame past the halfway point of the period. At 12:55 Bud Norris put the Raiders on top for the third time. But again the Pirates came back quickly with Sizer again tying things up at 15:11. The tie carried through the remainder of the third and overtime solved nothing. Ultimately, Romain was the only shooter to score as the Raiders took a shootout victory. “Credit Napanee, they're playing for their lives and they play with a lot of en-
ergy on home ice,” said Woodward. He said the team didn't look sharp, but reiterated that the team is looking to separate the positives from the negatives at this point in the season. “We weren't going to go in yelling and screaming because we lose a game. We're more focused on how we play and, if we're able to take some positives from the negatives, that's what we're going to do,” he said. The Pirates came out with a complete effort on Saturday, the third game in three nights ultimately being their best effort of all them. Greer continued his hot week, scoring just 51 second after puck drop to give Picton a lead. Taylor Brown
doubled it late in the first and the Pirates carried the two-goal lead into the second. Greer and Brown tallied goals two minutes apart to open the second, giving the club a four-goal lead. Amherstview's Cody Jodoin scored a power-play goal midway through the period to trim the deficit, but two minutes later Brian Bunnett restored the fourgoal spread with a powerplay goal of his own. Halfway through the third Mark Christensen scored to make it 5–2, but a hat-trick goal from Brown and a power-play tally from Sizer sealed the big win. Woodward said he was pleased with the team's conditioning. “I was curious to see how they'd respond. With the third game in three nights it's never easy — especially on the road,” he said. “We were able to use a full bench and able to get good performances from everybody.” Bunnett had already been named Empire player of the month for his nine goals and 11 assists in eight games when, with an assist in the contest in Napanee, he set a team record for points. The veteran forward surpassed the previous mark of 82 to take the club's all time single season point record. Woodward said Bunnett is an elite player who leads by example. “He's had a fantastic season and he's been an offensive catalyst for us since he's been in Picton,” said Woodward. “We were happy for his accomplishment.” The Pirates host Amherstview in the final game of the regular season tonight at 7:30.
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PECI comes back to beat Perth
SENIORS, from page 24
In their last game of the tournament, the Panthers saw a team they’re hoping they’ll see again this year. The Perth Blue Devils are going to be the hosts for ‘AA’ OFSAA competition and the Panthers have been working to reach that provincial competition and make some noise there. In their second time facing off with Perth, the Panthers wanted to make a statement and, eventually, they did, but it would not come easily. The Blue Devils went up 19-10 in the first quarter as Perth’s hot shooters negated a tremendous effort
from Bob Wilson, who had all of the Panthers’ points in the quarter. Garden said the Panthers stuck to their game plan, however, and the points started to come in a grind-it-out style. In the final quarter, the Panthers found themselves trailing 39-35 when they picked up their intensity at both ends of the floor. Johnson converted seven points to add to his game-high 17 as the Panthers pulled off a 5146 victory. The team named Johnson its most valuable player in the tournament and Jamie Ferguson its hardest working player.
sharp shooter Bob Wilson had a hot hand dur-
ing tournament play against Perth last weekend, scoring 10 points in the first quarter. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
presence down low Max Manlow, seen here attempting a jump shot early in the season against a potential playoff foe from St. Paul had a big night under the boards, as did Ryan Kelly. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
Junior Panthers also move on to semi-finals
The PECI basketball program is the envy of the Bay of Quinte loop this year as both Panthers squads are heading onto semi-final games and COSSA berths. “It’s the first time in school history that both boys teams qualified for COSSA,” said coach Rob Garden. “Also, we’re the only Hastings-Prince Edward District School Board team to accomplish this feat this year.” That was made possible as the PECI Junior Basketball Panthers staved off the relentless pressure of the St. Paul Falcons Tuesday to capture a 33-26 win. Garden said the teams played to a tie after the first eight minutes of play, then the Panthers jumped out to a 19-13 lead. The Falcons adjusted at half time to bring a fullcourt pressure that caused all kinds of fits for the Panthers and repetitive turnovers. It also put the Falcons ahead for the first time by one point, 24-23.
The Panthers rallied, however, as coach Andrew Wentworth’s charges managed to take better care of the basketball to eliminate the problem caused by St. Paul’s penetration. According to Garden, the Panthers’ Max Manlow and Ryan Kelly stood tall under the boards and controlled rebounds throughout the fourth quarter. The Panthers also managed to hit four of their five free-throw opportunities down the stretch. Kevin Wilson would give his team an edge by hitting a big jump shot with just a minute left on the clock to put his team up three points. Gavin Ronan grabbed a crucial steal for the Panthers with 10 seconds to go to knock off the Falcon attack. With the win, the Panthers will travel to Nicholson for a showdown with the Crusaders tonight starting at 5 p.m.
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ESSROC EMPLOYEES DO THEIR PART The Picton Gazette
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
Once again in 2013, the employees at Essrocâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Picton plant helped charitable organizations in the county by donating $7,500 through the work of their social committee. Here, social committee president Rod Rosborough (centre) presents cheques to, from left, Barb Sills and Anthony Mann (OPP Adopt-A-Child snowsuit fund), Maj. Margaret Lock and Maj. Dean Locke (Salvation Army), Sue Rose (C.AS. Angel Tree Campaign), and Pat Romkey and Arthur Devries (Picton United Church County Food Bank) in time for their holiday giving campaigns . (Submitted photo)
Anglers can head out on ice Feb. 15-17 to try their luck without purchasing licence
Province relaxes fishing regulations for holiday weekend JASON PARKS
Staff writer
The frozen waterways of the Bay of Quinte will be alive with the sounds of anglers attempting to reel in walleye, perch and pike this weekend. As has been tradition for the past few years, the Ministry of Natural Resources has alotted the upcoming long weekend as Family Fishing Weekend. Starting Saturday and running until Monday at midnight, Ontario residents can fish without purchasing a licence. The Ministry of Natural Resources is reminding
anglers to check local ice conditions before heading out onto the ice to fish. Locally, some areas of the Bay of Quinte are well over 18 inches thick although some areas with current have drastically less ice and need to be checked prior to venturing on them. At County Shores (Formerly Foster's Fishing Centre) near Northport, the fishing report is that anglers have been reeling up good eating-sized walleye this week. Krista Foster said the bait and tackle shop has four varieties of minnows, a full selection of tackle, heated washrooms, coffee
and snacks, chili and soup on weekends and accommodation rentals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There's anywhere from 8 to 16 inches of ice and there's been a lot of snow machines out this week, so the walking is really good. The snow has been tramped down and it's easy going on foot or on ATV,â&#x20AC;? Foster told the Gazette. Parking at County Shores is $5 per day and anglers can park close to shore.
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The Picton Gazette
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
Who will be responsible for young children if their legal guardian passes away
Of concern to many couples with young children is the question of who will be the guardians of their children if they die. Parents understandably want to have the power to make that choice, taking into consideration the best interests of their children. It is a good idea to have a will that indicates who you want to be appointed as guardian(s) of your children. However, many mistakenly think that an appointment of a guardian under their will is the only thing that needs to be done in order for their wishes to
be carried out. Not so. In Ontario, the appoint-
ment of a guardian through a person’s will for infant children is only binding for 90 days from the death of the surviving parent. After that time, the person seeking to be the permanent guardian will be required to bring an application before the court under the Children’s Law Reform Act. The temporary appointment under a person’s Will stems from the overriding concern that the best interests of the child are met. The court will make a decision as to who the appro-
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YOUR ESTATE
priate guardians should be and will take into account a parent’s wishes as expressed in his or her will. It is also a requirement that the person appointed under the will consent to acting as guardian. It is important to note that the appointment of a guardian is only effective if there is no other person entitled to custody of the child at the date of the parent’s death. This is especially relevant in the context of spouses who are separated or divorced. It is also important that spouses who are together
To our Precious Grandchildren ALEXANDRA MAYESKI
agree on who the guardians of their children are. Spouses often have differing views on this issue. If spouses name different individuals, it will be the will of the surviving spouse that governs. However, if there is a tragedy and both parents die at the same time, the appointment of a guardian will only be valid if both parents appoint the same person. Communicating with your lawyer, your family and your appointed guardians is key to ensure that your wishes are car-
ried out. Documenting the reasons behind your decision is also helpful so that a court can consider in more detail the reasons behind your choice.
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Alexandra V. Mayeski is a Partner at Mayeski Mathers LLP (www.mayeskimathers.com) in Picton. Her practice 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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Emma Love, Nanny and Poppa Ypma xoxo
Bria VanVlack Love, Grandma and Grandpa Brian and Wendy VanVlack
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The Picton Gazette
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
Happy Valentine’s Day Katelyn Mae Whalen ‘You are our sunshine, we love you more than the whole wide world’ Big hugs, Grandma Deb and Papa Morris White
Happy Valentine’s Day Wyatt and Weston Love, Nanny and Poppy Kingsley xoxo
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Will, Joshua, Alexa, Daniel Benjamin, Luke, Maria, Paige and Joy Lots of Love, Hugs and Kisses from Grandpa and Grandma Prinzen
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Happy Valentine’s Day Nolan Love, Grandma and Grandpa Rand xoxoxo
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Happy Valentine’s Day Parker Wilkinson Lots of Love, Nanny and Papa Snider
Happy Valentine’s Day Ethan, Nolan and Logan
Love Always, Grandma and Grandpa Thompson
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Keiren, Brylie, Pyper and Marah Love, Grandma and Grandpa (Larry and Penny Dainard)
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
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