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Volume 186, Week 24

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JUNE 16, 2016

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Relay donations exceed $78,211 Stark Family Fund Survivors, supporters continue cancer fight for a seventh year

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CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

There was a moving mix of humour, compassion, and perseverance that permeated the grounds outside the Prince Edward Community Centre as the seventh Prince Edward County Relay For Life kicked off Friday evening.

The 2016 relay raised $78,211 and counting. The money will go toward cancer research and to assist those living with the disease. That includes a program that provides rides to get patients to their treatments and a support network that connects patients with others going through the same experience.

From Val MacDonald's inspiringly upbeat story of her battle with cancer to the always-touching survivor lap, it was another emotional year for the Canadian Cancer Society fundraiser.

A former accountant and well-known presence in the community, MacDonald walked those in attendance through her fight against a form of cancer called multiple myeloma. MacDonald is 15-year survivor.

“Cancer is an evil blight on our society and, on nights like this, we do our best to obliterate it,” MacDonald said Fri-

Bloomfield sisters’ endowment fund hands out $78, 211 in its 12th year of granting CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

GETTING STARTED Val MacDonald hits the fight back bell signalling the start of the survivor lap, the first lap at Relay for Life. MacDonald said the relay helps ensure there are some happy endings to the stories of cancer patients in the county and across the country. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

day. “Thanks to events like Relay For Life there are many, many good stories about cancer and I'd like to think I'm one of those.”

She said she began

chemotherapy in March 2001.

“When my hair fell out I got used to wearing that whig. When it grew back in it came back all curly and I thought 'well, that will be

great, I'll save money on perms,'” MacDonald joked.

“No such luck, it straightened out again.”

See RELAY, page 35

A total of 13 different agencies with projects ranging from health and wellness equipment to food security were awarded during the 12th annual Stark Family Fund grants ceremony last week.

The fund, administered by the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area, distributed a total of $70,969 to community projects at the June 9 celebration.

The fund was established in 2003 with a $1.3-million bequest from Ruth Stark, the last of the five Stark sisters that included Leata, Keitha, Sylvia, and Ival. The five sisters lived in Bloomfield all their lives and wanted to give back to their beloved community. Each year, applicants from Prince Edward County charities submit their projects, which are then screened and considered by a committee of local residents.

Stark Family Fund grant selection committee member Tim Beatty spoke before the grants were handed out. He remembered the sisters dis-

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cussing setting up the fund during a visit to his home.

“They came down every night for pretty much a week and tossed the idea around,” he said. “… Since then, truly we've been left with — as a family — one of the greatest gifts you could ever imagine.”

He said the family appreciates the opportunity to support the community and especially the volunteers who make it a better place.

This year's grants included $25,000 for the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation.

The foundation raises funds every year to support the purchase if vital medical equipment. This year the foundation is raising money to replace equipment for the hospital's pharmacy, endoscopy, inpatient and emergency departments with needs totalling $258,151.

Speaking on behalf of the foundation was Monica Alyea, who said the grant will go toward equipment for the endoscopy program.

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Walkers reroute their cross-border journey for Parkinson’s through the county Trek from New York City to Toronto has raised more than $500,000 to assist research effort

through Prince Edward County traversed last Thursday and Friday.

Thanks to a last-minute Walking the 804-kilometre detour, the 500 Miles for route spanning two countries Parkinson’s included a stretch in 45 days could be considADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

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ered be a daunting task for anyone with a clean bill of health. Then, consider the challenge for someone suffering from a neurodegenerative disease that affects balance, range of motion, and stability.

Harry McMurtry looked at that and saw opportunity. The Queen’s University-trained retired lawyer and New York City resident had already raised thousands of dollars for Parkinson’s research when he decided a homecoming to his native Toronto could bring extensive awareness and money.

On Thursday, donning their bright green shirts emblazoned with Canadian and American flag, McMurtry, fellow Parkinson’s patient Sue Thompson, and a small entourage made their way west from Picton on that day’s 24-kilometre segment.

The next day, they’d move through Consecon.

“I’m taking responsibility for this. I wanted to do something to pay attention to the disease,” McMurtry said. “It’s a good way of raising money.

No one has done a bi-national or cross-country fundraiser and that’s how this concept was born. It is a disease that crosses borders. That was the genesis of this.”

McMurtry set a goal to raise $500,000 to be shared between the Michael J. Fox Foundation (an international organization funding research in both countries), The Mor-

ton and Gloria Shulman Movement Disorders Centre and The Edmond J. Safra Program in Parkinson’s Disease at the Toronto Western Hospital, and the Mt. Sinai Beth Israel Movement Disorders Centre in New York.

With the support of celebrities like the actor Fox and hockey great Wayne Gretzky, the goal had already been reached as the walk came through the county and the support continued to grow.

McMurtry was diagnosed with Parkinson’s 11 years ago at age 42. Six years later, he had to give up his law practice.

He said he was able to chase his symptoms back several years before diagnosis.

Although the disease has affected his quality of life, speaking ability and movement, McMurtry remains positive.

“It was fairly dramatic, but mostly in a good way. It has not been a death sentence or something to pity. I’ve actually learned a lot about life,” he said.

Five years ago, McMurtry had deep brain stimulation surgery, which he says has really slowed the progress of his disease. Seeing how Parkinson’s research helped him, he’s determined to do more.

“I feel good,” he said.

“When you’ve been the beneficiary of investment and someone else can benefit in the future, that feels good. I’m

ON THE MOVE Harry McMurtry and Susan Thompson walk up County Rd. 4 last Thursday as part of their walk from New York City to Toronto to raise awareness and research funding to fight Parkinson’s disease., a condition they are both living with. More than $500,000 has been raised to date.(Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

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Trillium grant will help PELC purchase new building Literacy centre given $150,000 toward its potential relocation

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A $150,000 capital grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation will help the Prince Edward Learning Centre (PELC) fulfill its objective to purchase its own dedicated building within Picton.

On Tuesday afternoon, dignitaries visited the literacy and essential skills training centre to announce the funding. PELC treasurer David Kellar said the grant made the future purchase reality.

"We could not have purchased a building without the Trillium money. It's an absolute necessity," he said, adding that with the confirmation, PELC was preapproved for mortgage funding.

The search for a new site to replace the organization's space on the bottom floor of The Armoury began three years ago. Executive director Kathy Kennedy said the PELC board was embroiled in a strategic planning process and decided it wanted a Main Street, open, and accessible location. It also wanted a site that could be used to extend programming into the evenings and weekends to accommodate students who might have to

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work during the day.

"We considered a variety of options. We looked at renting and we looked at what was available," she said. "We felt since the opportunity with the capital grant was there, it was a way to be as in control as we could about the future. We did some research and applied to Trillium. We were a bit surprised to have received the grant."

Kellar agreed, stating that when Kennedy mentioned Trillium, board members

were skeptical about the prospects for success but she went ahead to do the work and received the funding.

Since the board decided to move, students and staff have been directly involved in envisioning the elements a new home should have.

Kennedy said they favoured one with natural light, outdoor space for gardening and composting, a kitchen for a Food For Learning program, and a calm reflective space. Accessibility — both physical and digital — was

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"Functional spaces that have multi-uses are going to work," Kennedy said. "We already have spaces for students who don't have computers to pursue college or university programs online.

We're an isolated community and digital is very important to us. We're looking at computer technology and accessing the whole world of online resources is going to be part of our next move."

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Vandals leave water running overnight Police investigate damage to infield at Field of Dreams

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Wellington's Field of Dreams turned into a nightmare Sunday morning for local volunteers and baseball players.

The ball diamond, which was to host an Eastern Ontario Baseball Association double header between the bantam Quinte Royals and the Pickering-Ajax Red Sox, was discovered by a passerby to be underwater.

It's believed that sometime during the overnight hours, unknown persons connected a hose and opened a tap allowing water to run onto the infield.

The batters boxes and the third base area were particularly flooded and, while efforts were undertaken immediately to try and dry out the diamond prior to the day's action, the games were moved to Rotary Park in Belleville where diamond space was luckily available.

Prince Edward County Minor Baseball volunteer and organizer Jane Allison said that much work had gone into getting the diamonds ready for Sunday's games after the Midget Royals had hosted a set of contests the previous afternoon and tore up the baselines

FLOODED The Prince Edward OPP detachment is investigating after unknown persons allowed water to run on the Wellington Field of Dreams baseball diamond overnight causing the infield to be flooded Sunday morning. (Facebook photo)

and the batters box areas.

Between the games and a passing rain storm, several hours were spent vacuuming and replacing clay in advance of Sundays games and even the chalk lines were laid out Saturday evening prior to the destruction to ensure the first game could get underway without delay.

“The sad thing is, we dealt with the storm, got the diamond ready and then this happens,” Allison told the Gazette Monday.

Sadly, this is not the first time vandals have struck the beloved ballpark.

Allison mentioned that coat and bag hooks in the dugout area have been broken off in the darkness of night and the field has been flooded intentionally more than once.

The home club involved, the Bantam Quinte Royals, are a select squad built of all the top players from the region with more than a handful on

the team calling Prince Edward County home.

The team rotates its home dates between Belleville, Wellington and other local diamonds to allow fans, friends and family members of each player the chance to see him or her perform in their home community.

Sadly, that didn't happen Sunday for those countyborn players that suit up for the Royals.

“It's very discouraging,” Allison said. “We have such a good group of volunteers and parents in this community that set things up for kids to play sports and for people to do this, they must have too much time on their hands.”

The incident is being investigated by the Prince Edward OPP detachment.

Anyone who might have witnessed anything in the overnight hours of June 1112 are asked to call the detachment office at 613476-2151 and speak with Const. Nathan Krentz.

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Artists, businesses display can-do attitude in promoting upcoming exhibition Prince Edward County is such a great place to work and live,” Busscher said.

In addition to the CANvas campaign, Wilkinson said there are a few new wrinkles to what is considered the premier art exhibition in Eastern Ontario.

The night prior to the official opening (Thursday, July

Art in the County marketing effort offers chance to win one-of-a-kind pieces JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

Over 100 local businesses and artists are teaming up to 'CANvas the County' in advance of the 23rd annual Art in the County juried exhibition and sale later this month.

Presented by the Prince Edward Arts Council and Picton Home hardware, the CANvas promotion bring's the County's arts and business communities together like never before to kick off what is widely regarded as the signature arts event of the season.

Over 50 empty paint cans supplied by Picton Home Hardware have been crafted into cylindrical pieces of art that are on display at various businesses tthroughout Prince Edward County.

From now until July 10, visitors to participating businesses will be able to see a completed paint can on display, learn more about the artist, and and fill out a ballot for a chance to win one of these unique works of art.

Art in the County marketing and communications co-ordinator Tara Wilkinson explained the campaign’s goal in advance of the show that runs from June 24 until July 10

hopefully generating buzz for the show and ultimately sell art because nothing motivates our artists more than selling their work and getting them that all-important exposure,” Wilkinson added.

To view a list of the CANvas artists and corresponding locations, visit artinthecounty.com.

23), show goers that have purchased a work in the past five years will be invited to a sneakpeak event event sponsored by Huff Estates and Colleen Green of Re/Max Quinte.

As well, all major hotels in the area will feature door hangers and pillow talkers promoting the event.

“All of these things are

IT’S AN ART Art in the County organizers and sponsors show off just five of the 53 cans available in the CANvas the County campaign. Pictured are show co-chairs (left) Anik Despres, (right) Sue Barclay, spokesperson Tara Wilkinson and sponsor Adam Busscher of Picton Home Hardware. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

is to generate buzz and inspire both locals and visitors to come to the second floor gallery above Books & Company and see the work of local artists.

“The paint cans will draw attention to the calibre of artists we have In Prince Edward County as well as build bridges between the art community and our local businesses,” Wilkinson said.

The CANvas campaign is one of the more unique Art in the County pre-event programs in the juried show's 23year history and with the construction work snarling traffic in downtown Picton, the timing is right for an attentiongrabbing gambit.

“We started talking about this in January so it isn't a response to the work that's

happening on Main Street and the work should be close to being shut down for the summer when the show opens anyway,” Wilkinson added.

The CANvas campaign is made possible thanks to Picton Home Hardware who have donated the empty Beauti-tone paint cans that serve as canvas in this twist on light and matter and how the former reflects off the latter.

When initially agreeing to supply the unused cans, store owner Adam Busscher said he had no idea the there would be this kind of response from the county art community.

The Busscher family and Picton Home Hardware greatly understand the impact of fostering the arts in Prince Edward County and they are just one more reason why

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Protection of human life motivation for U.S. to work on its gun issue

ONE man’s despicable actions inside an Orlando, Florida night club early Sunday morning left behind gruesome, unfathomable carnage and a host of questions in need of answers. Some 49 people full of life and love were robbed of a lifetime of memories. Many others will be scarred for a long time by the largest mass shooting in the history of a country that has seen far too many shooting deaths over the years. It’s all very senseless.

The shooter’s motives and the source of his hate-filled rage will be dissected countless times but he is gone, so are those innocent people and nothing will be changed. Whether he was moved by pure homophobia, driven by a harmful ideology cloaked in religious overtones, or whether he simply snapped, what’s done is done. The assault will definitely sting for the LGBT community, which collectively has faced far too much undue persecution. It will stoke fears from those worried about the influence radical Islam has had around the world. It should bother each and every one of us, no matter how desensitized to violence because it is an attack on liberty and freedom.

The questions worth considering at this point in time was whether anything could have been done to prevent such a heinous act and what our neighbours in the United States and around the globe can do to prevent more bloodshed.

The issue of the availability of guns and America’s gun culture comes to the forefront immediately. The likelihood is that someone who would commit a mass murder is going to find a way to get the guns or other weapons they need to do so whether that is done legally or not. Both this shooter and those in San Bernardino, California reportedly bought their guns legally.

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Perhaps, then, there are two discussions to consider — the types of guns produced and accessible legally, and the means the public has to protect itself when those guns fall into the wrong hands. While there may be hunting, security, and law enforcement applications for the modern assault-style rifle, it would appear a more restrictive licencing scheme, storage requirements, and reporting would be a reasonable infringement on the right to purchase or carry such a weapon. Unfortunately, it will be a costly and time-consuming step for Americans to put that horse back into the corral.

On the other hand, one must wonder if the Pulse nightclub was not a gun-re- Jean Morrison Debbie McCann Publisher Business Manager stricted zone, whether someone carrying their own handgun might have been able to limit the needless carnage, or whether security would have been able to detect the problem and isolate the shooter before he gained access. Perhaps, sadly, the new normal is that all public places and particularly those that have been the subject of hate must take extra precautions like more training, metal detectors, or perhaps limiting access by membership.

There’s also a real discussion to be had about the freedom law enforcement is given to track known suspects and limit their ability to cause harm. It’s a slippery slope when one considers the rights of the individual, but one many might be willing to concede to serve the needs of the many.

Karen Gyde Christine DeMille There are compromise solutions the divided American public could seek that Classifieds Manager Classifieds would give everyone a bit more peace of mind, but it will take moving away from entrenched positions and working together to find reasonable trade-offs.

The protection of innocent human lives is always worth the effort.

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Stories From Our Past 1926

n Ransome D. Stone, an escaped convict from Syracuse, N.Y. was captured in Picton by Const. Burt Biddle and provincial police officers. He was taken to Kingston, then deported aboard a steamship and handed over to American authorities. He had been hiding on a farm toward Glenora. n The federal budget contained a provision to reduce the letter postage rate from three cents to two cents per ounce July 1 to all destinations within Canada, the United States, and Mexico. n Four Toronto men were to stand trial in Picton court after allegedly defrauding a local woman out of $5,250 in a fraudulent stock deal.

1946

n Following a petition by Main Street businessmen, Picton council rescinded a permit for Walter Boyer to build a dance hall on West Main Street. The permit had been approved by five councillors outside of a regular council meeting. Council directed the town solicitor to create a zoning bylaw. n The Picton Collegiate Institute and Vocational School announced plans to introduce shop and agricultural courses for boys and home economics courses for girls to its curriculum. n The Department of National Defence decided it would cease bombing practice on East Lake and search for an alternate bombing range.

1976

n Prince Edward Heights officials asked Hallowell Township to consider contracting Picton firefighters to provide better response time to the complex. Hallowell officials indicated they kept a truck at the Heights and with a better complement of volunteer firefighters, the speed of response time would be a lesser concern. n An Oakville man suffered a broken back and scalp lacerations after rolling his car on the West Lake Road near Sandbanks Provincial Park. n Premier William Davis expressed concerns about the damage caused by violence and pornography on television while speaking in Belleville.

1996

n Wellington joined about 400 Ontario municipalities calling for legislation to municipalities against litigation with regard to sewer backups, burst watermains, road maintenance, or accidents occurring on municipal property after business hours. n About 35 people brought their pets to St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church for a special service to bless the animals. A pair of parishioners, Norah Biddie and her late husband Bob, brought the idea to the church. n The County discussed spending $1.3 million over three years to upgrade County Rd. 10 between Milford and Cherry Valley.

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Cancer is an evil blight on our society and, on nights like this, we do our best to obliterate it.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Conservation district more about regulation than about preservation

Two weeks ago, councillor Bill Roberts threw down a gauntlet question to the county, which was presented in three county papers: “Does county heritage matter?”

Out of a possible 25,000 responses, none were published. What is this thunderous silence saying to Roberts? Does zero response mean a wholesale rejection of heritage preservation, or is it a meaningful statement about lack of public support for the heritage conservation district that is unfolding before us in fitful starts, fines, and black eyes?

The only responsible answer to Roberts’ question is to measure it. Go forth bravely and diligently, and hire some students this summer to ask people honest questions like: “Do you value built heritage enough to sup-

port it with a five-per-cent increase on your taxes? Yes or no?”

Hopefully, that will preempt councillor Jamie Forrester’s half-million dollar money pit fantasy. The low number of designated buildings wearing heritage plaques, indicates a naturally low level of community interest. A local educator estimated heritage interest to be around 20 per cent.

Anyone who’s worked on real heritage preservation knows the difference, and creating a streetscape that never existed, largely for commercial purposes, is not heritage preservation, its strategic marketing. It may be a historic shopping district, but not an heritage conservation district.

The finished streetscape will not be a scene that any-

one remembers, which means it will not contribute to a “heritage sense of place”for a long time.

Having stopped a heritage district in Burlington, I opposed this heritage conservation district until the architects convinced me that there was a full consensus among property owners as a business project. Full consensus turned out to be inaccurate, and it’s clear from the Beach Bum incident that no one, including the County, seems to know what’s going on.

The overarching reason is that everyone has suddenly found themselves facing legal and financial demands from yet another level of government that came bundled with the heritage conservation district.

Regulation of architectural assets is governance, and

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Friendship United Church in Demorestville is preparing for another installment of the Vacation Bible School. The free program for youth aged 3-12 will be held July 11-15 from 9 a.m. until 9. To register, or for more information, e-mail Leslie Breithaupt at east5@kos.net, call 613-476-2020, or visit the church’s web site at www.friendshipchurch.ca. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

while it looks like the heritage committee is legally regulating a portion of Main Street, it actually works as another layer of unelected government that now controls property owners with legal obligations and punitive fines.

I strongly suggest that concerned property owners in the heritage conservation district regroup, and renegotiate their weakened property rights immediately. Now is the time to stand your ground against bad governance, before you surrender any more property rights to neighbours.

If Roberts is serious about imposing fines for non-compliances, then he must support a proportionately bigger fine for the County for beginning work on road repairs within the heritage conservation district, without a her-

itage permit.

We’ve endured enough bad governments at local, provincial, and federal levels, and the way out of this administrative mess is a level playing field where individuals and groups can hold government directly accountable through serious legal actions including punitive fines for: bad governance, planning errors, loss of business, excessive maintenance demands, extraordinary legal fees, et cetera.

This is the time to change government by democratizing it to something you want, while you still can. There have been many victims of toxic heritage preservation practises because unfortunately, no one regulates the regulators.

Steve Staniek

Are park users getting soaked?

As of June 2016, fees for day use at our provincial parks are $20 for a single visit or a hefty $125 for a season’s pass. These costs are especially prohibitive for young families and low-income seniors.

In all other provinces in Canada, there are no fees for day use at provincial parks.

Long line-ups for park admission on weekends and holidays make a season’s pass most practical for most locals. The season’s pass at $125 is good for admission to all Ontario parks. I suggest that in addition, a much cheaper pass be offered to any one park.

The present pass need only be stamped with a particular park stamp and sold at a suggested price of $30 or $35. This would benefit peo-

ple all across the province who reside near a provincial park.

I urge everyone to contact our Ontario government representatives (at the numbers below) about this choice, since right now, many of us cannot afford a walk in the park.

1. Premier Kathleen Wynne, phone 416-325-1941 or e-mail premier@ontario.ca.

2. Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry Kathryn McGarry, 1-800-6671940,or e-mail minister.mnrf@ontario.ca, 3. Prince Edward-Hastings MPP Todd Smith, phone 613-962-1144 or e-mail todd.smithco@pc.ola.ca.

Together, we can make this happen.

Lorna Kelly

Libraries finalize programming schedule for some wild summer fun

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Snarling, whirling and savage beasts are all coming to the library this summer.

We’re going wild and we want you to come with us.

This year’s TD Summer Reading Club theme is wild!

So we want to shake things up with wild music, wild animals and unruly puppets. We’re excited to be among the 2,000 libraries across Canada taking part in the Reading Club – a fun way to read your way through summer.

This week we’re putting together all of the Summer Reading Club packages and sending them out to our branches. You can sign up at your favourite branch, take a package and maybe even choose a book to get started.

The reading club booklets in each package have gone wild too. It is filled with wild activities that you can do all summer. All of the info is in French as well if you want to practice.

Or come visit me to join the club. If the sun is shining, I’ll be in Wellington Park the morning of Saturday, June 25. (10 a.m. until noon. The rain location, is Wellington branch’s children’s section.)

At 11 a.m., I’ll kick off our wild summer with a wild

even bring a furry or feathered friend with me.

WILDLY EXCITING FAMILY EVENTS

INSIDE THE LIBRARY Kate MacNaughton

tale and a couple of wild songs. While I’m there, you’ll be able to sign up for the reading club and get started on your summer reading adventures.

WILD TALES FOR THE LITTLE ONES

Every Saturday until Labour Day, I, or one of our wonderful library friends, will read wild stories or sing wild songs in one of our branches or at a nearby park. Visit peclibrary.org and check out our online Events Calendar to see when we’ll be in your neck of the woods. I might

Tim the Puppet Tamer is coming back to Picton. He is going to tame the wild puppets of Prince Edward on Wednesday, July 13 at 1p.m.

If you missed him last time, here is your chance.

We’ve also invited The Barefoot Players who will return with another marvelous play — three plays actually, based on international fairy tales.

CRAFTERNOONS AND MUSIC JAMS

Every Tuesday afternoon at the Picton branch we’ll be doing a new craft, some of which are unlike anything you’ve done before. We’ll be stitching emojis, planting grassheads, making fairy furniture, learning to make and use marionettes and, for a special couple of crafternoons, we’ll be making firespinners (also called Poi dancers) and then we’ll learn how to use them. We’re not going to light them on fire,

mind you — because libraries and lighting things on fire might not be the best idea.

We’re also going to make a bit of noise this summer.

Join us for Ukulele mornings at the Milford branch from Aug. 9-12. And starting July 22, we’ll be jamming in Picton. We’ll have rock jams at the Picton branch every Friday afternoon from 3-4 p.m.

All levels are welcome. Call or visit our musical instrument lending library at the Milford branch to book an instrument if you’d like to try one of ours.

LEARN AMINATION AND 3D PRINTING

We have workshops planned right across the County. In July, we’ll have two Stop Motion Animation workshops, one in Wellington and one in Picton. Combine your storytelling chops and visual artistry with some exciting technology in a four morning workshop.

We have three 3D print programming workshops planned at three different branches: Consecon, Picton and Wellington. Learn to design your own 3D printable design and see it printed.

There will be more tech workshops available throughout the summer including an electronic scavenger hunt. All of our tech programs require registration so call to book.

PRACTICE YOUR FRENCH SKILLS

Every other Thursday from 2-3 p.m. we’ll host a Café Français where you can take part in beginner French conversations. While these events are geared for families involved or interested in the local French Immersion program at Queen Elizabeth Public School, everyone is welcome. Call me for more information.

These are just some of the wild kids’ events we’ve got planned for the summer. Visit peclibrary.org, our Facebook page or pick up a flyer about all of our summer programs in the coming weeks at your favourite branch for more details. If you have any questions about the library’s summer events, you know what to do! Call 613-476-5962 or send me an e-mail at katemac@peclibrary.org.

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County FM commits to broadcasting Grapevine magazine show twice daily JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

The County Grapevine radio program on 99.3 County FM isn't quite hitting prime time, but it's getting closer.

The community radio station announced Monday that it would commence rebroadcasting the afternoon listening staple at 6 p.m. Each evening, giving those that missed the show a chance to tune in during the supper hour.

The station has rebroadcast the hour long show that features guests and special segments that discus the news of the day as well as segments on agriculture, sports, film, business and arts on occasion when requested and warranted but this will be the first time the practice will be done

on a regular basis.

It's a very labour intensive process to reproduce the show and get it ready to re-air,” Simpson explained.

“We received some grant money and we decided that re-airing the Grapevine at 6 would be our target.”

Without exception, the Grapevine is the most listened to talk program the station has.

“It's an important program because it covers what is going on and what people are talking about in our community,” 99.3 County 99.3 FM chair Jim J.J. Johnston added.

On Monday, the station was formally presented with a $500 cheque on the behalf of morning personality John Mather.

Mather, the host of Sunday morning's Music & Miscellany program, was chosen as a

Even a few months later, Mather was deflecting all praise sent his way.

“There are people far more deserving but I still stand by the fact we couldn't have done what we've accomplished at County 99.3 without everyone lending a hand. I want to thank Wellings, for their creation of the program and our many, many volunteers and hard workers,” Mather said.

A longtime broadcasting veteran, Mather has been HEALTHY DONATION From left, John Mather presents a $500 impressed by the station's cheque to 99.3 County FM chairman Jim J.J.Johnston and station man- emergence from humble beginager Deb Simpson The funds were part of Mather’s prize for winning nings to where it stands today.

“It's beyond our wildest the Wellings of Picton community builder award at the Prince Edward dreams in terms of what County Volunteer Recognition Awards. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff) we've succeeded in giving leading community builder at As part of the program, Prince Edward County which the inaugural Prince Edward Wellings of Picton donates is a much needed service. I County Volunteer Recogni- funds in the name of the thank the listeners and members who have sent along contion awards earlier this year. award winner.

gratulations,” Mather added.

Simpson noted that Mather's donation was part of the kick off to the Raise Your Voice campaign.

The stations is hoping to build up 200 monthly donors whose regular contributions would allow the station to continue to provide “The programming that the people of the county have come to expect from their radio station.”

“There are a lot of things we want to accomplish but we can't without ongoing funding. About 50 per cent of out revenue comes from ads so we need to look to grants and donations and grants are getting tighter so we have to rely on our listening public to allow us to keep operating in a cost efficient and effective manner,” she added.

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Picton Elks pledge $10,000 for splash pad Committee co-chair says with fundraising success, site could be ready in 2017

WHATTAM’S COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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STAFF WRITER

The Picton Elks have dipped their antlers deep in the water in support of the Picton splash pad project.

On Monday, the Elks handed over a $5,000 cheque signalling the first half of a $10,000 commitment the organization has made to get the recreational facility for youth up and running. “It’s going back into the community and it gives a safe place for kids to take part in some summer fun and enjoyment,� Lodge 326 exalted ruler Rick Wilkinson said when handing over the cheque.

Wilkinson said as a grandfather, he felt it was important that his own grandchildren had a safe place in Picton they could go to cool off in the summer.

He also noted not all families can travel to the Outlet beach at Sandbanks and many can’t afford it either.

Over the years, the Elks have made it a priority to help with projects involving children and they played an instrumental role in the County Youth Park skatepark, which sits next to the proposed location of the splash pad. The Elks advocated for that facility and they also supported it financially.

The steering committee working on bringing the facility to town is working on raising $250,000 before it can proceed with construction. Cochair Susan Quaiff said she is

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MAKING A SPLASH Picton Elks Don Armstrong (left) and Rick Wilkinson (right) present the club’s first $5,000 donation to Picton splash pad committee co-chairs Phil St. Jean and Susan Quaiff Monday afternoon. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

hoping the Elks’ donation can encourage others in the community to come forward to make donations.

Earlier this year, the campaign received a substantial boost when Michael Hymus pledged $100,000 in three $33,000 installments toward construction and an additional $100,000 over 10 years in operating costs.

Quaiff said community fundraising has brought in a total of $51,000.

She’s hopeful that a golf tournament scheduled for June 25 could bring in an additional $7,500 toward the cost of construction.

Asked what she anticipates the timeline will be to have the water turned on, Quaiff said she’s optimistic the unveiling could come as part of celebrations for Canada’s 150th birthday next year. “We’d love to think realistically by Canada Day we could have an opening,� she said.

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WHATTAMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S is proud to presentâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;?Family Movie Dayâ&#x20AC;? at the Regent Theatre the last Sunday of each month at 2pm.

PICTON UNITED CHURCH COUNTY FOOD BANK: Food items that are needed are peanut butter, canned salmon, canned stew/chili, canned fruit, rice. All donations are gratefully accepted. Please drop off donations at the County Food Bank (12 Chapel St., Picton 476-8516), Fri. mornings 9-11:30. Or at the Picton United Church office (Tues. to Fri. mornings 9-11:45). Contact Leda 476-2109.

LOYALIST HUMANE SOCIETY: Always in need of food, litter, cleaning supplies, paper products as well as kitten food canned & dry.

ROTARY CASH CALENDAR WINNERS: May 3rd Betty Beaumont, 10th Jonathan Robb, 17th Karen Lynch, 24th David Nicholl, 31st Rayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Power.

QUINTE DOLPHINS FATHERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DAY RAFFLE: An easy gift for that special Dad! Five chances to win! Isaiah Tubbs 2 Nights Plus Meals ($600Value), Home Hardware Fire Pit ($260 Value), Huff Estates 1 Night Stay ($125 Value), County Farm Centre & Pampered Chef Items ($125 Value), Season Day Pass Provincial Park ($110 Value). Draw Date June 20 at PEFAC 4:30pm. Tickets available from Quinte Dolphins Family Members! Contact Mike at 827-3882 (txt or call) for the one nearest you.

STOP MOTION FILM MAKING AT THE PICTON BR LIBRARY: Beginning June 18 until the end of the month every Saturday from 2-4pm. www.peclibrary.org. 476-5962.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Deep Sea Discoveryâ&#x20AC;?

God is with us wherever we go! Friendship United Church, 2765 Cty Rd 5, Demorestville. Monday July 11th - Friday July 15th 9am-12noon. Come, hear the songs by Yancy! Play the games! Do the crafts! See old friends! Meet new friends!

We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait to see you! Info call Leslie 476-2020 or east5@kos.net.

AMELIASBURGH THURSDAYS: Ameliaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tea Room is open from 1:30-3:30pm at Ameliasburgh Historical Village, 517 Cty Rd 19 Ameliasburgh.

YOGA IN CHERRY VALLEY: With Carrie at the Athol Rec Centre 1685 Cty Rd 10, Thursdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5:30-6:45pm till June 23. Classes $5. Mats & props supplied. Sponsored by the Athol Rec Committee. www.atholreccentre.com.

YOGA CLASSES: Bloomfield Town Hall weekly throughout the summer. Classes run from 10-11am. Please bring your own mat if you can. Fee is $5/class. Generously sponsored by the Bloomfield Rec Committee. Everyone welcome. Info Hedy 393-3798.

FITNESS CLASSES IN WELLINGTON SUMMER NIA WITH GINA: Mondays at 10am every week to July 18 & on Saturday at 10am on July 9 & 23. For info or to register for one or more classes, call Gina (Certified Nia Instructor) 399-2588.

ELKS LODGE PICTON #326: Bingo Tuesdays 6:15pm.

PEC SHUFFLEBOARD : PE Community Centre Rink Pad. League runs every Thursday starting at 1pm until August 25th.

RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON: Bingo Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 6:30pm.

RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON: Saturday afternoons, pool games.

AA: Meets every Wednesday 8pm Picton Hospital Boardroom.

AL-ANON MEETINGS: (adults) Meets 8pm every Tuesday at Gilead Fellowship Church Picton. For persons affected by someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drinking. Info 1-866-951-3711.

TOPS #4918: Take off Pounds Sensibly meets every Wednesday at the Anglican Church Hall in Picton. Weigh in 6:00-6:45pm & meeting starts at 6:45pm. Info Sheila 4762786.

JUNE 16: PICTON SHOUT SISTER CHOIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S 10th ANNIVERSARY POTLUCK â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Anyone who has ever been a Picton Shout Sister is invited to attend the 10th Anniversary Potluck at Lake on the Mountain Pavilion from 6-9pm.

Carpooling is highly recommended. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll sing outside from 6-7pm. Potluck & cash bar from 7-9pm. Admission $5 to cover expenses. Contact smpierson@yahoo.com for more info.

JUNE 17: CONSECON BR LIBRARY: Join local author Terry Culbert at 2pm for a discussion of his book â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lucan Home of the Donnellyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;?.

JUNE 17: SONRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY STRAWBERRY SOCIAL & SILENT AUCTION â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bring your own blanket or lawn chair & join us for hotdogs, hamburgers & of course strawberries & ice cream for dessert!

There will be silent auction items to bid on, balloon animals for the children (or adults) & always great fellowship!

5:30pm at Sonrise Christian Academy 58 Johnson St. Picton. www.sonrisechristianacademy.com.

JUNE 18: 9th ANNUAL RWB NEW LIFE GIRLS HOME (CANADA) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5km/10km Run/Walk/Bike half Marathon 30km Cycle. Free BBQ Lunch & Draw Prizes.

Registration 8-9am & event starts at 9:30am. New Life Girls Home (Canada) 112 Edward Dr, Consecon. Info 394-3341 or 1-855-301-5433 www.newlifegirlshome.com.

JUNE 18: ST. PHILIPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ANGLICAN CHURCH MILFORD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ancient Egypt in the Bibleâ&#x20AC;? from 9:30am-noon. Join ancient Egypt specialist Mark Trumpour as he explores the long history connecting Palestine & Egypt from the perspective of the Bible. Coffee & Tea at 9:30.

Admission: Donation in support of Syrian Refugees.

Additional info 476-1076.

JUNE 18: QEMAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TREATS TREAURES & CRAFTS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bloomfield Town Hall 9:30am-4:30pm. Support local vendors creations of knits, preserves, jewelry, soaps, fresh baking, scarves, pottery & stained glass. A QEMA fundraiser to assist with programs at The Victoria Schoolhouse in Ameliasburgh.

JUNE 18: FRIENDS OF SANDBANKS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; In collaboration with PEC Archives are hosting their first-annual historic County images digitization day from 10am-4pm at the Wellington Library. If you have a collection of old County images that you would like to have digitized professionally this would be an opportunity to add to & preserve the Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history. For the one-time cost of either a $15 membership to the Friends of Sandbanks or a charitable donation of at least $20 you will receive a DVD of high resolution images of your old photographs, & those images will be held at the PEC Archives for the benefit of all County historians & researchers.

JUNE 18: PEC OPP AUXILLARY CRAM THE CRUISER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wellington Storehouse Foodbank Fundraiser 10am-2pm at Piersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Foodland Parking Lot. Please bring a non-perishable food item or we will be selling grocery bags for $5 that you can buy & cram the cruiser with to help out your local Foodbank!

JUNE 18: RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Outdoor Games 1pm. $5/person. Washers, Corn Hole, Putt Putt Teams of 2 will be made.

JUNE 18: CONSECON LEGION â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm Time Capsule Revealed that was Buried 10 years ago. Opening of Patio, Live Music, Open Stage, BBQ & Silent Auction. Everyone welcome, so letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s celebrate summer.

JUNE 18: EASTERN STAR 10th ANUUAL DOWN EAST LOBSTER SUPPER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; At the Masonic Hall, 13251 Loyalist Parkway, Picton. Two sittings, 4:30 & 6:30. Steak $20/Lobster $30/Both $40. No tickets at the door. Proceeds to Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Prince Edward/ Hastings. For tickets or info call Val MacDonald 476-4667.

JUNE 19: WELLINGTON ELKS FATHERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DAY BREAKFAST â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Allisonville Hall. Serving 8-11:30am.

Everyone Welcome! Donations accepted.

JUNE 19: RC LEGION BR 78 FATHERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DAY BBQ â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Serving 5pm. Quarter chicken & salads & dessert. $12/person, Kids 6-12 yrs $8 under 5yrs $5.

JUNE 21: WEEKLY TUESDAY DROP IN KNIT & CHAT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Milford Br Library 10am-12noon.

JUNE 21: AL-ANON - Meets 8 pm at Gilead Fellowship Church, for persons affected by someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drinking. (1-866951-3711).

JUNE 22: SENIORS LUNCHEON SOCIAL CONSECON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Reserve your place by Tuesday prior at 12 noon by calling 476-7493. Seniors are asked to bring their own soup bowl, plate, cup & cutlery. Roast beef dinner $10/person. Meals can be delivered to house bound seniors who live in or near Consecon. If you wish a take-out meal please advise when you register. Price is the same. www.communitycareforseniors.org.

JUNE 23: WEEKLY THURSDAY THE HUB PLAYGROUP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Drop in 9:30-11am Picton Br Library.

JUNE 23: ALTERNATIVES FOR WOMEN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Drop-in information spot for Alternatives for Women services. Each Thursday 11am to noon, Wellington Library front side entrance.

JUNE 23: QUARTER MOON COFFEE HOUSE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Baxter Arts Centre, Bloomfield, 7:30pm sharp. Live open stage music, great mix of amateur & professional music styles.

Free admission, donations accepted.

JUNE 24: WELLINGTON ELKS STEAK BBQ DINNER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Allisonville Hall. Serving 5-7pm. $16/person.

Everyone Welcome.

JUNE 24/25/26: CONSECON YARD ART PROJECT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Turn yard junk into art by bringing it in to paint. Sm $2/Med $5/Lg $10-20. Help beautify Consecon. Hosted by Janet B Gallery & Studios, 241 Cty Rd 29, Consecon 9am-8pm.

Sponsored by C.A.R.A. Inc & Ameliasburgh Rec. Com. Info Janet 965-5698.

JUNE 25: PICTON KIWANIS CLUB ANNUAL ALL YOU CAN EAT COUNTY BREAKFAST & BAKE SALE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Picton Masonic Hall, 13251 Loyalist Parkway 8am12noon. Adults $10/Children 12 & under $5. Proceeds support the Picton Kiwanis Terrific Kids Program. Come & enjoy a delicious breakfast & pick up your favourite home baking.

JUNE 25: FIBREFEST AT THE ROSE HOUSE MUSEUM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3333 County Rd 8 Waupoos, 10am-3pm.

Demonstrations of Felting, BBQ, Displays, Examples of Felting, Vendors & Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Craft.

JUNE 25: STRAWBERRY SOCIAL & BAKE SALE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Parish Hall, St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church 335 Main St. Picton. Generous servings of delicious local strawberries, home-made cake, ice cream, tea/coffee. Sandwiches too, if you want. 11am-2pm. Wheelchair accessible.

JUNE 25: STRAWBERRY & HAM SUPPER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; West Lake Ladies Aid. Serving 4:30-7pm. West lake Community Church, Cty Rd 12.

JUNE 26: GLENORA & CRESSY UNITED CHURCH â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Final services before the retirement of Reverend Audrey Whitney after 25 years of service. Cressy United Church Service at 9:45am & Glenora United Church Service at 11:15am. Everyone Welcome.

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JUNE 29: PE CURLING CLUB â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Annual General Meeting 7pm, 375 Main St. Picton.

10 JUNE 16, 2016

The Picton Gazette

Business retention and expansion survey gives community development department information to develop better economic policy

County to study business needs for its construction, manufacturing sectors CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

A new municipal business retention and expansion program seeks to gain a better understanding of the issues various sectors are facing in Prince Edward County.

The municipality issued a press release Monday saying the business retention and expansion (BR+E) program was initiated earlier this spring by the community development department.

The program revolves

around confidential interviews conducted with businesses to gather information on their issues, needs, and any possibilities for growth.

The focus of the initial phase of the program is construction and manufacturing.

Community development director Neil Carbone says in the release the program will ultimately provide the municipality with information specific to county businesses that can help inform policy decisions.

“BR+E programs are

often conducted on a sector by sector basis, with updates to each sector taking place every few years,” says Carbone. “This round of interviews focuses on connecting with a large portion of the manufacturing and construction sectors, and will provide industry data specific to Prince Edward County.”

The release says the construction sector was chosen for the first round of the program as a means to follow up on the municipality's

recent work with developers, homebuilders and trades at the mayor's development forum and with the creation of a development framework subcommittee.

The release says the county's manufacturing sector includes a range of producers, including agri-food processors with labelled products, niche manufacturers and wineries.

Community development staff have already conducted more than 35 interviews and will continue the

interview process into the summer. A summary report for each sector will be generated near the end of the year after the interviews are finished.

The release says the process will provide crucial information for the development framework and presents a chance for the community development department to connect with business owners in person to help address any urgent matters they could be facing.

Mayor Robert Quaiff says

in the release the program is an important step in facing some of the issues with the two sectors.

“I want to encourage our local manufacturing and construction sectors to partake in this vital initiative,” Quaiff says. “We recognize that industry feedback is a critical step towards achieving council’s priority of improving our current development policies and procedures and supporting our growing manufacturers.”

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Sunday Services 10:30am with Pastor Dennis Pringle

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

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Combined Service St. John’s & St. Philip’s at St. John’s, Waupoos at 10am

PICTON GOSPEL HALL 3 McFarland Drive Sunday

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

Gilead Fellowship

Guest Choir: Schola Magdalena

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From “I Believe” to “I am open to the Spirit”: Rethinking Faith Music by Wellington Lambert, Micheline Cox & Thomas Eric Dietzel

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JUNE 16, 2016 11

The Picton Gazette

McHappy Day money tastes sweet to ROC Restaurant raised $3,460.68 May 6 to help local youth programming

THEY’RE LOVIN’ IT! From left, ROC programming director Hilary Fennell, communications director

Lesley Lavender, and executive director Darlene Thompson receive a $3,460.68 cheque Tuesday from Picton McDonald’s owner Dan Doyle from the May 6 McHappy Day. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

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“We always like to make sure the money ends up in the hands the Picton McDonald’s franchise owner and opo initiatives for children,” he said, adding the “ROC is very popular in town” because it addresses the needs of young people right in this community.

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raise funds, welcomed local celebrities to dish out food, and had a number of 50/50 draws.

Most winners graciously gave money back. Many patrons also donated money directly that day.

Doyle said the only caveat for the money is that it goes directly to programming and not to administration.

ROC executive director Darlene Thompson expressed appreciation for McDonald’s support and assured there was

enough programming need to encompass the funds.

For example, she said the organization’s signature Club ROC program alone serves about 160 children from Grade 1 to Grade 8 from September to April, two nights a week. A new Main Street youth centre for youth 12 and up is a new initiative that could benefit from the donations as well.

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PELC students provide input into amenities their future learning space should possess GRANT, from page 3

Led by a site committee comprised by Kellar, board chair Patti Wolfe, and board member Jane Macdonald, a PELC contingent has been through several potential spaces. Kennedy said with the grant, there is the flexibility to work until early

February next year to complete a purchase.

Kellar indicated a property of interest has been identified if a deal can be made.

He said he feels PELC can close the transaction using existing funds and sustain the new building moving forward.

"The mortgage will prob-

ably be less than a third of the entire purchase price. It's not going to be that big.

When we do our analysis of our existing situation versus buying a new building, it's very, very similar in terms of earnings and cash flow."

Kellar said there's a potential upside in terms of building appreciation over

time. The board has also been careful to build in a budgetary cushion for contingencies and is looking to put in more equity than it needs to in order to take advantage of refinancing options if necessary.

"As treasurer, I'm hoping we're in a position to pay the mortgage down in five

years."

He said fundraising initiatives were also possible in the future to reduce the amount payable. To that end, the PELC is hosting a yard sale June 25.

Trillium grant review team volunteer John Blake presented the grant Tuesday.

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As a Cherry Valley resident, Blake said he was quite familiar with the work the learning centre does for adult learners and those overcoming barriers to education. He said he was in favour of the grant before he even saw the details of the applications.

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Hastings-Prince Edward MPP Todd Smith echoed that sentiment. He said in the past year he's taken a real interest in education, particularly with government's consideration of closing demonstration schools like Belleville's Saganaska.

He stressed the value of accessibility.

"It's really important that we make sure everybody in our society has access to education. It's actually the law. We have to make sure that education is accessible."

Kennedy said PELC has been doing just that. With other community partners, it has helped students upgrade their skills for high school completion and postsecondary acceptance. It has trained others for work and careers. It also helps provide supports to make learning possible.

Some 70 per cent of the students at PELC are under age 30. Kennedy said their success benefits the local economy as many are loyal to the county and want to learn and contribute here.

Investment in education has made a difference.

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The Picton Gazette

County Garden Show gaining ground in eyes of green-thumbed guests Horticultural society stages event unlike anything in district CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

In its fourth year the annual County Garden Show continued to blossom into a premier horticultural event.

Presented on Saturday by the Prince Edward County Horticultural Society, the event once again hosted the society's annual flower show and judged floral competition, Victorian tea room, crafts, vendors â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and even alpacas.

Show manager Anne Reeves said the show is earning a positive reputation in its district. She said the Prince Edward County Horticultural Society sits within District 3 of the Ontario Horticultural Association. District three stretches east to Gananoque and north as far as Cloyne. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It's one of the largest districts in the province of Ontario and nobody has anything like this,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All the other societies have different things, but in terms of the district, everybody knows about it and we're very proud of it.â&#x20AC;?

She said the society has also heard some encouraging reviews from vendors who have noted the great organization and professionalism of the show. That has translated into a very high return rate for vendors.

PLANT PURVEYOR Jessica Acs of Parlour Studio displays a selection of succulents, cacti, and terrariums for sale at the County Garden Show on Saturday.The fourth annual show had an encouraging crowd early on Saturday. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The vendors bond, they see each other at different shows all around the province around the year, so it's good word of mouth for us,â&#x20AC;?

Reeves said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We get really good referrals, more referrals this year than we've ever had from vendors.â&#x20AC;?

One of the show's historical attractions is the flower show. The winners of the show are selected in various categories by a qualified Ontario Horticultural Association judge. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The flower show is an important part of the County Garden Show,â&#x20AC;? Reeves said.

This year Reeves said the flower show would feature

some cash awards â&#x20AC;&#x201D; something that's never been done at the County Garden Show.

She said the cash awards â&#x20AC;&#x201D; which were modelled on those used by the Picton fair â&#x20AC;&#x201D; were introduced as a way to encourage greater participation in the flower show. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It's not a lot of money, but we followed the same rules that they have, so we'll se how much effect that has on the people who competed,â&#x20AC;? she said.

However, Reeves said it was a tough start to the year for gardeners. May was cold and so far there hasn't been much rain. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We haven't had the weather on our side for a lot of

gardeners with the lack of rain, so that will have impacted the number of entries there's no question,â&#x20AC;? she said.

The County Garden Show also acts as a fundraiser for the not-for-profit horticultural society. Aside from vendor fees, money was raised through a prize raffle. Reeves said the money goes back into the community for beautification projects. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everything that's made goes back into the community,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some of it goes to the libraries to fix up their grounds or put pretty plants in or to the civic gardens or the hospital.â&#x20AC;?

She said a fun addition to the show is the Chetwyn Farms alpacas. They joined a mixture of vendors this year that included plants, handcrafts, and a host of other natural products. One sector of the show that's really emerged in the last four years are the outdoor vendors, Reeves said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Outdoor vendors is something that's really grown in the last four years,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We started out basically inside and got that all working and functioning well. Now we have some vendors outside that do really well.â&#x20AC;?

Jessica Acs of Parlour Studio at the House of Falconer was among the vendors at the show. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It's pilates, plants and yoga,â&#x20AC;? she said of the studio. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I do the botanical boutique on the weekend and pilates and yoga during the week.â&#x20AC;?

Acs said she focuses on rare tropical plants, succulents, and cacti. One of her specialties is making terrariums out of unique materials. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone seems really excited about the concrete

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planters that I'm making,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They're made out of a high-grade concrete that feels like marble.â&#x20AC;?

She praised the County Garden Show's location in the Crystal Palace.

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room and a local culinary college provided food tastings.

The concept made a lot of sense, she recalled.

"We thought there must be a way to adapt that for our purposes," Carnahan said.

"We partnered with the local hospital and within two weeks, we had something lined up. We put on a wine lovers' scavenger hunt. The proceeds were used for whatever project they had that moved up the ladder."

After years of successful fundraisers in Windsor, Carnahan approached the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation with a

desire to start a similar event last year. The foundation eagerly accepted the assistance, brought the Rotary Club of Picton aboard for volunteer support, and made the inaugural event a big part of its 30th anniversary campaign. It was a slow start, however.

"We drew about 150 people and we were disappointed," said Rotary president Rob Leek. "We're hoping to double that this year. We're doing a lot more promotion through the normal media process and the grape subculture — the real aficionados of wine love this stuff. They're finding wines

her they can't get unless they fly to B.C." Those that attended the inaugural event at the Crystal Palace enjoyed the lack of lineups and the varieties of reds, whites, sparkling wines, meads, fruit wines, dessert wines, and ciders. Many labels have restricted from crossing provincial boundaries. They eagerly had their wine passports stamped again and again.

Though the hope is to attract a more robust crowd for the second edition, the foundation's executive director Penny Rolinski said efforts have been made to maintain that intimate setting. Tickets will be sold in staggered twohour time slots, either from 46 p.m.,5-7 p.m. or 6-8 p.m.

"It's not that people can't stay longer than their twohour time slot. We're hoping by staggering entries we will get a better flow," she said.

By setting those times in the evening this year, as opposed to the afternoon, organizers are also hoping to attract people who are working or sightseeing during the day.

The $30 ticket will allow patrons 10 tastings. Woodfired pizza will also be available for purchase through Pizza Via. The foundation's portion of the proceeds will support the phase two of the Life Saver campaign, which is raising funds to replace three colonoscopes, three gastroscopes, and a monitor for the endoscopy department and new touch-and-go pharmacy consoles. Rotary's portion of the proceeds will support Rotary's efforts relating to literacy.

Rolinski said the partners are hopeful the event will become a fixture on the calendar.

"This walk-around tasting of outstanding Canadian wines has such potential to grow significantly hand become a highly recognizable social event not to be missed by those working in or associated with the wine industry, as well as wine lovers from Prince Edward County and beyond."

Tickets are available online at www.winepassporttocanada.com.

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The Picton Gazette

Doctor says cure could come within five years WALK, from page 2

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Two years ago, at 47, she received her Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diagnosis. Thompson underwent a successful liver transplant in 1999 and later overcame Stage 4 non-Hodgkins lymphoma.

For six years, she had symptoms of early onset Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s which her doctors team originally thought were the result of side effects to her medication. Three years ago, she was diagnosed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a relief. I knew what it was,â&#x20AC;? she said.

McMurtry said he calls Thompson â&#x20AC;&#x153;the machineâ&#x20AC;? as sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always eager to keep going.

Thompson said the daily walk has done her well because exercising and moving is considered a positive approach to living with a movement disorder. She said the support along the way helps her persevere. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know tons of people â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a lot of them are very fit, and most look at me and say they could make it through the day alright, but they ask how you can do it every day,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tough and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re tired.

Having this kind of support feeds us whenever there is a deficit.â&#x20AC;?

The walkers said wherever they walk, people will stop them. A few fellow Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sufferers have walked by their side. Some spectators have a family member or friend suffering from the disease, others have recently lost someone. The recent death of Muhammed Ali has also brought the condition to the front of mind for many. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Even in rural communities, we get a lot of honks,â&#x20AC;?

McMurtry said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I feel a jump in my step.â&#x20AC;?

He added after leaving the Bronx May 7 and following the Hudson River until they moved through the New York cities of Kingston, Utica, and Watertown the tour crossed the border at Wolfe Island.

Originally, the plan had been to follow Hwy 2, but with the nice weather they decided to detour off the route a bit to see some scenery. McMurtry also had a chance to walk with some relatives from the county, including uncle Dr. Robert McMurtry, an Order of Canada officer and physician who now lives in North Marysburgh. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been beautiful walking through the county,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Harry McMurtry said he believes doctors working on Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s are making some exciting advancements and with 100 per cent of the funds raised going to research and care, he can help that advance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lots of stuff in the pipeline. There are all sorts of areas theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re investigating â&#x20AC;&#x201D; stem cell research, new medications, and delivery systems for medicine,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In

talking to a very seasoned doctor, she thinks a cure is maybe five years away.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more focus on research now, both at the government level and non-government level. We hope to crack the code sooner than later.â&#x20AC;?

McMurtry concluded he canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t speak about the technical advancements, but can share the message of hope that his team is carrying with them on their way to their June 20 arrival in the provincial capital. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to help people in the future. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect that I will necessarily benefit,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I feel really good about this. I try to keep on top of the developments and I believe we are making strides to make peoplesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lives better and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re getting closer and closer to a cure.â&#x20AC;?

A third participant, Dr. Ross Sugar from Rockville, Maryland has also spent time walking with McMurtry and Thompson. Sugar was diagnosed with Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in 2012. He decided to stop working as an interventional pain physician in Baltimore last year as his symptoms became more difficult to handle. Sugar still maintains a regular regimen of walking and running.

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Province’s decision to suspend dedicated fund impacts rural municipalities

Council supports continuation of RED program CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

Council wants to make sure the same funding source that allowed the County to move forward with its downtown revitalization program continues to be available to rural municipalities.

On Tuesday evening, councillors supported a resolution of the County of Huron, which asks the provincial government to reconsider the suspension of the Rural Economic Development (RED) Program and its integration into the provincial Jobs and Prosperity Fund.

In its 2016 budget the Ontario government suspended the current intake of applications to the RED program and revealed plans to integrate the program into the Jobs and Prosperity Fund.

The resolution says the Jobs and Prosperity Fund is narrowly focused and deals mainly with private sector organizations and industry partners. It adds this prevents rural municipalities, who formerly took advantage of RED , from accessing the funds.

Further, the resolution says the Jobs and Prosperity Fund

focuses on large projects that meet either a minimum of $5 million or $10 million in eligible project costs which would significantly restrict benefits from the fund.

The resolution came to council for support at the request of the municipality's Community and Economic Development Committee (CEDC). Councillor and CEDC chair Bill Roberts said the move could hurt rural municipalities.

“The problem there is the Jobs and Prosperity Fund is basically geared to private sector organizations and their industry partners and they do precious little with rural municipalities,” he said. “That's not really good for the county.”

Roberts said the CEDC agrees with the County of Huron's stance, noting Prince Edward County has already seen benefits through RED. “Our whole downtown revitalization program was through RED, our work around business retention and expansion came right out of that RED program as well,” he said. “We've had success and we are uncomfortable with

folding it into this Jobs and Prosperity Fund which is private sector focused and pays scant attention to rural municipalities.”

Councillor Dianne O'Brien reiterated that stance at Tuesday's council meeting. O'Brien also sits on the CEDC. “The commission hasn't done a lot with this, but we don't have a lot of information yet,” she said. “It's now for bigger projects, bigger cities, and certainly puts rural areas at risk.”

Councillor Lenny Epstein was concerned the changes might have an impact on the County's downtown revitalization initiatives.

“Do we have any sense as to how this may affect our ability to access funding for implementation of our current downtown revitalization project?”

Chief administrative officer James Hepburn said there could be an impact.

“As I understand it, this does have some implications for the implementation of that plan,” he said.

He said the community development department will provide a report with more information in the future.

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Quinte Conservation says residents might notice lower water levels as the region received less than 70 per cent of its average rainfall for the past three months and less than 40 per cent of its average May rainfall.

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Pastor Whitney retiring after 25 years of service in the United Church CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

Those who know Rev. Audrey Whitney speak of her humour and humility.

They speak of her generosity and her propensity to give her time and energy — often to her own detriment.

After 25 years, Rev. Whitney will be stepping away from her charges at Glenora United Church and Cressy United Church. The same people who Rev. Whitney has helped through good times

and bad haven't forgotten and will be holding a celebration in her honour Sunday, June 26 from 2–4 p.m. at the North Marysburgh Hall.

Rev. Whitney recently celebrated 45 years in the ministry at a ceremony in Pembroke.

While Rev. Whitney won't be leaving the ministry or Prince Edward County— she's taken another appointment in Madoc — members of the Cressy and Glenora churches want Rev. Whitney to know she was more than a minister to them all.

“After 25 years at our church I think she deserves to be recognized,” Marion Creasy said.

Creasy and Jean Algar spoke to the Gazette about Rev. Whitney's career and time with the local churches.

“Anybody would do anything for her,” Algar said.

Rev. Whitney was born in Trenton where she studied at Hart's Corners Public School.

Growing up she attended North Trenton United Church and was involved with a youth group. She graduated high school in Brighton before moving to Ottawa where she worked in the federal government for several years.

Before joining the ministry, Rev. Whitney attended Wilfrid Laurier University where she studied arts. Ultimately, she pursued her dream and entered Victoria College in Toronto where she earned a

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master of divinity degree.

Her first charge was in Delhi, Ont., a small town about 45 kilometres southwest of Brantford. She was there for three years, then moved to Cambridge, Ont. for six years.

From there she moved on to Woodstock, Ontario. In 1991 Rev. Whitney came to Picton and it was here she would touch many lives through her connection with several community organizations.

She was a chaplain at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital for many years.

“Even after that job became redundant she still supported families,” Algar said. “I can still see her sitting at the bedsides through the night at one of us nurses' request. She just did it in her own quiet manner.”

She joined Hospice Prince Edward as a board member and later became a volunteer co-ordinator with the organization. She offered grief and loss support.

“She's a real people person and she's shown her generosity in many different ways in the community,” Algar said.

“She's there to help anybody in need to assist with housing or whatever the need is.”

Algar remembers one occasion where a local boy was badly burned in an accident.

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“That just stands out in my mind because that was such a horrific accident,” she said.

“That's the kind of person she is, she's always thinking about somebody else.”

Creasy echoed that sentiment. She served as Rev. Whitney's “right hand” while the minister was at hospice.

“She puts everybody before herself,” she said. “Her outreach, rich or poor, it doesn't matter. She would try to help them.”

Creasy noted that Rev. Whitney is a huge animal lover and an avid sports fan.

Even after joining the Glenora and Creasy churches, Rev. Whitney played slow pitch in Waupoos. She also follows hockey and is currently pursuing her interest in golf.

Kathy O'Connell is a volunteer on the organizing committee for Rev. Whitney's send-off later this month. She said the reverend has a very personal connection with many county residents.

“She has given so much to each one of us, and so freely,” she said. “She's just been there for all of us and now we want to be there for her.”

The reverend has been there for births and marriages.

She's been there for illnesses and deaths. She's just been there, O'Connell said.

It's clear that those who know Rev. Whitney know her not just as a minister, but as a special person.

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Wellington man creates instruction manual for customer service approach Ron Arthur shares his insights on living, business in new book ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

Wellington resident Ron Arthur feels he can stand behind the advice given in his new book Customer Service: A Way of Life because he put he lived it over the past

21 months.

Arthur most of his 40plus years working in a sales field. He said he prided himself on being truthful and genuine and in trying to negotiate deals that benefitted his customers and his company.

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"There were no grey areas in the 1950s. It was pretty clear what was right and wrong. Our parents went through the Depression and knew the value of a dollar and about respect," he said.

"Fundamental things are slipping away. I want to bring them back in this book."

Arthur recalls being at home in Wellington in September 2014 when he felt an overwhelming desire to get dressed and head to Loyalist College in Belleville to share the lessons he' d learned over the course of his career.

He handed in his resume to the school of business and within a year he'd been invited by three different professors to speak about customer service. Each time, he was invited to lecture for a bit longer and he said his reputation for speaking began to grow.

"My message is that customer service isn't between the sales rep and the buyer, it's a way of life," he said.

"It's how we should be waking up in the morning and satisfied when we go to bed that we've been the giving one. We're serving people all the time whether we know it or not."

In crafting his message, Arthur took his life experiences and philosophies and

A WAY OF LIFE Ron Arthur says he hopes people will study his new book Customer Service: A Way of Life and implement the strategies it contains to better their lives.He said he has put the suggestions into practice himself. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

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The manual starts with listening to intuition and taking action upon it, just as Arthur did when he decided to drive to Belleville and approach the college. From there, he spoke about caring about that initiative to go the extra mile and do what is right. There are also chapters on being tenacious, sharing ideas, building trust, perseverance, innovation, creating a mind set and mastery of customer service.

The chapters are short and to the point. Each is started with a term and its definition to ensure author and reader are on the same page. Key terms are highlighted and Arthur has used quotations from prominent people to back up his points.

At the end of each chapter there are review questions.

"If you read it, it will put you to sleep. If you study it, it will wake you up," he said.

"As we go through this book, I don't want you to read it. I want you to study it and think about it. It's up to you how serious or committed you want to be to the cause. Each chapter leads to another."

Among the secrets within, Arthur said he is hoping those studying the book will remember the adage about people remembering how others made them feel more than what they said or how they said it. He also encourages them to seek the truth by starting sentences with "The truth is."

"When you start a sentence like that, what it does is it slows your thinking down. I vowed to you that what I'm about to share is

the truth," he said. "Do I trust that I'm sen as sincere and authentic? Have I really convinced you I am really sincere or authentic, or am I just trying to make a buck?"

Arthur said an important part of customer service is mindset, as well. He said it's not surprising that if people come to work with angry or distracted it shows in their work. In a recent workshop with local entrepreneurs at the Small Business Centre, he challenged disciples to examine six key areas of their lives — friends, family, diet and exercise, spirit, hobbies, work, and co-workers.

With balance people could find happiness and energy to push on toward their goals.

"People aren't very happy in a lot of ways for a lot of reasons. It's pretty hard to serve somebody when you're not happy. You're not going to be as helpful as you would be on another day at another time," he said.

While working toward self-publishing through Essence Publishing in Belleville — a process Arthur completed while recovering from a triple bypass heart surgery — he also had a chance to speak with some pre-eminent experts in customer service.

Arthur read a book by former Disney executive vicepresident Lee Cockerell, The Customer Rules, and he managed to get on Skype to call him. After their discussion, the two men met in Florida, where Arthur was able to present his finished book as a gift. They talked for over 90 minutes and Cockerell left Arthur with the feeling he was on the right track.

Buoyed by that experience, Arthur also read a book written by Barbara Glanz, the only person who has spoken professionally on all seven continents and in all 50 American states.

They met for over two hours. Glanz invited Arthur as a special guest to a speech she was giving in Toronto this week. She, too, shared some commonalities in her approach.

All of that development happened, Arthur said, because he followed his recipe for success. His goal, now, is to offer others a chance to change their life for the better.

"It doesn't matter what your ultimate vision is, but get one, act on it, and start with truth and authenticity," he said. "I want to help anybody who will listen."

The book is available through Amazon and Kindle.

Arthur added he's already looking forward to penning a sequel.

"I've got lots to learn yet.

I'm reading more books as we speak," he said.

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Master Gardeners field a flurry of questions from patrons at annual garden show

The Prince Edward County Horticultural Society held its annual garden show this past weekend and, as always, they provided free booth space to volunteer organizations related to gardening and the environment.

As Master Gardeners, we answered gardening questions ranging from locating professionals who provide assistance in the gardening field, to concerns about specific plants and landscapes.

Given that gardening is as much an art as a science, we did not always have the same solutions. For example, one of us chose to add additional lime to lawns to promote lawn health and also to get rid of weeds, while another chose to rid themselves of noxious weeds, such as poison ivy, by mowing.

All agreed that dandelions avoid being mowed by simply growing sorter stems but they are still viewed as noxious by a gardener who wants a neat, grass only, lawn. I find many people, however, enjoy their vivid yellow contribution.

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failed to flower but there was insufficient information to determine the exact cause.

It had flowered in the past but was no longer producing buds. The amount of shade the plant was receiving over time could also have increased and caused this problem as peonies need four to six hours of sun a day. Peonies that are planted too deeply will also not set buds.

Since this plant had not been moved, if mulch had been added right up to the

base of the plant and allowed to accumulate over time, the plant would have reacted as if it had been planted more deeply. This is one of the reasons that mulch is always placed back from the stalk of the plant leaving a five-centimetre diameter of earth exposed beyond the stalks of the plant.

While very large old plants should continue to bloom if they have sufficient space to expand, this plant may have run out of space.

Given that the garden was out of our area, so that viewing the situation was impossible, it will remain an unanswerable problem.

Perhaps the most typical county problem beset a couple who had recently moved and found that instead of earth their new four-acre property was largely scree.

Scree is made up of small pieces of limestone and is generally covered here by just a few centimeters of soil that can support grass or hay but not much else. In their case it was largely covered by alfalfa. Now alfalfa is a member of the legume family and has a number of positive qualities: bees like it

during its lengthy flowering period, it enriches the soil with nitrogen, and it can be harvested to feed livestock.

It also grows to about a metre in height so that makes it difficult to wander around the property in the summer months.

Having scree myself we can grow grass, but 4 acres for them is a lot of grass to mow. The Master Gardener who was consulted suggested another legume family member, white clover. It is a short sturdy plant that does not need to be mowed.

Not only are its flowers attractive to bees but also these plants are a necessity for the larvae of a set of butterflies. Paul Catling, author of Butterflies of Prince Edward County, calls them ‘small blues’ and it is the only food that these larvae will eat.

Different varieties of clover grow to different heights, but none are so tall that they are unpleasant to walk over.

So this is clearly a good solution for areas that they prefer not to mow.

To grow vegetables or perennials on scree, raised beds are required to provide the depth of soil needed.

There are a number of choic-

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The Master Gardener involved suggested creating shrub beds.

This could include both shrubs grown for leaf colour as well as those grown for blooms.

These can avoid the need for raised beds as they rise only slightly above the grass or clover surrounding them.

Scree, whilst thought of as inhospitable for plants, is in its finer form part of most of the soils in the County.

Decomposed plant matter forms much of the rest of our native soils. In a shrub

bed, an appropriately oversized hole can be dug for each shrub and filled with topsoil. When the shrub outgrows this hole it will, as it infiltrates the scree, also change the nature of the scree to be more soil like.

If you missed this County Garden Show you can still have your garden questions answered by a Master Gardener. Just use the following material.

Send your gardening questions to askamastergardener@bell.net. Like us on Facebook - Prince Edward County Master Gardeners, follow us on Twitter - PEC Master Gardeners and check out our web site pecmastergardeners.com.

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Panthers’ top contributors celebrated at awards night Swackhammer, Moyer named top senior athletes as PECI marks successful 2015-2016 ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

When Blaine Swackhammer looks back at his five years at PECI, he'll remember with fondness largely because he was able to part of a special group of people — the athletes.

"If I could tell anyone coming into Grade 9 one thing, it'd be to get involved… My greatest memories of high school are any sports teams I've been on," he said. "It's like a family.

You share the wins, the losses, and the championships you've won. It's the great feeling of being part of something bigger than yourself."

Last Wednesday, Swackhammer was able to soak in the memories of a final year of that important part of his life as he joined over 100 dedicated PECI athletes and their supportive parents and coaches at the Regent Theatre to celebrate individual and team accomplishments from a banner year.

The Panthers succeeded in both team and individual sports. The baseball team won a Bay of Quinte championship and the sport's first COSSA championship. It returned to OFSAA play for the fourth time in five years. The tennis team also won its first Bay of Quinte title, led by Sam Ward and Taylor Snider who won gold in girls doubles. The duo followed up with a silver medal at COSSA. Tyler Allison in senior singles, Swackhammer and James Pero in senior doubles, and Isaac Cairns and Brittany Payne all claimed silver and Chloe McDonald and Livvy Rideout earned bronze in junior doubles.

The senior girls basketball, senior boys volleyball, junior boys basketball, and junior boys volleyball teams all claimed silver medals at COSSA. Individually, the school saw another successful medal haul at OFSAA for gymnastics as Lindsay Stakes claimed gold on Level 6 vault and Jenn Canizaro earned bronze on

ACCOMPLISHED ATHLETES PECI’s major athletic award winners included, front row, from left: Brodie Byford (Grade 9 male), Cole St. Pierre (junior male), Blaine Swackhammer (senior male), Kylie Moyer (senior female), Brooke Roche (junior female), Mikayla Leavitt (Grade 9 female); and back row, from left: Morgan Clark (Joe Scott Award) and Ben Clarke (Jeremy Vincent Award) (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

Level 3 floor. Megan Foster also had a top-five finish on beam. In cross country, freshman Amelia McKinney became the first Panther in recent memory to race at the provincial level.

In his address, principal Darren McFarlane championed the value of the athletic program.

"It's always a pleasure to get together to honour our athletes, our community and our staff, especially in the area of athletics where we excel each and every year," he said.

"Athletics is a special part of our school because it's an opportunity to extend the classroom to an area where lessons can be learned of a completely different nature."

McFarlane quoted Muhammad Ali on lessons learned through challenge and adversity, particularly a passage he offered to Time magazine stating "It's more important what you do when you're not successful at some-

thing than what you do when you are."

He said most student-athletes aren't successful on their first try, but through practice, competition, teamwork and reflection on their performance they can find ways to improve and except.

The principal said PECI manages to succeed in the field of play because of its incredible talent, but also because of a community of coaches and family members that has put hours of time in their development.

During a well-polished two-hour ceremony, the school handed out a number of major individual awards and it also recognized key contributors to each of the teams it fielded this past year.

At the senior level, the athletes of the year were both dedicated multi-sport stars.

One crafted his career with the Panthers over several years, while the other made an immediate impact in her first

year at PECI. Swackhammer earned the honours as the male recipient.

Coach Pamela Goad was able to work with him on the soccer pitch and she stepped forward to present his award.

"I've known and watched this individual grow and mature, not only at PECI but without the county of Prince Edward for several years. His dedication to sport both within the school and community has always impressed me," she said. "He sees no barriers to winning, regardless of the score, and from my observations, he consistently leaves every ounce of effort on the playing field."

At PECI, Swackhammer has played basketball, soccer, racquet sports like badminton and tennis, track and field and has played and helped organize intramurals. He also helped coach the junior girls' basketball team and has been a fixture with the County Clippers youth program.

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" A huge thing for me was to just try every sport, see what I enjoy most and do the best at," he said. "I absolutely love the fact I was able to do so well each year."

Swackhammer said he will move on to study outdoor recreating at Fleming College, equipped with several life lessons from his time in sport.

Among them are giving everyone a chance and the need to work hard and fight in everything he does.

"Anyone can be better than you. Nothing comes easy. You need to work for everything you do and don't just half-ass it but apply yourself to be the best you can be."

Though he participated in many sports, Swackhammer said he "lived and breathed basketball" since Grade 9 and he hopes to try out for the team at Fleming and continue to play and coach for years to come.

He credits the influence of his coaches for encouraging

him to play at a younger age.

Kylie Moyer came to PECI from Sioux Lookout as a senior athlete and she took no time having an impact on Panthers athletics. This year, she claimed most valuable player honours in basketball, volleyball, badminton, and soccer. Her basketball coach, Rob Garden, said there was an outstanding field of senior athletes this year but Moyer quickly set herself apart with her efforts across a range of sports.

"We did feel one athlete stood out above the rest.

Moving at age 17 can't be very easy but when the senior girl athlete of the year arrived at PECI she turned heads. Her work ethic was impressive, her conditioning was superb and her commitment to balancing academics and education was exemplary," he said.

He added perhaps the best compliment he could give Moyer was that "she has an innate ability to make her teammates around her better."

Moyer said throughout her high school career, sports have always been important to her.

"I've always liked playing sports. It's a lot of fun and I like being part of a team. I also like winning," she said.

"Working together is important on the court, on the field, and in life too."

Not knowing what to expect coming into a new school, Moyer quickly found friends among her basketball teammates in the fall. Right from the first practice, she said athletes and coaches were welcoming. That team's run to COSSA, which ended a point short of a gold medal, was a highlight in her first year here.

"I didn't come from a very competitive team so it was amazing. It was just so much fun to be on that level. I'm glad I got to get on board with that," she said.

Moyer is looking forward to returning to PECI next year and being a part of a senior basketball team that heads to Hawaii. Beyond that, she's not sure what the future holds, but she knows athletics will be a part of it.

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"I'd like to have sports be part of my future for sure."

Another prestigious award, open to athletes at every grade level, is the Joe Scott Award. It is presented annually to an athlete who excels at a chosen sport inside and outside of the school.

This year, there were three outstanding nominees.

There's Stakes, a Level 7 gymnasts, who competes provincially and coaches the sport.

There's Vanessa Willis, a basketball player suiting up for the Kingston Impact in the Ontario juvenile elite league, considered one of the best development leagues in North America. And then, there's this year's recipient, Morgan Clark. She is one of the most accomplished swimmers her age in the country.

Presenter Matt Ronan noted that elite athletes possess a skill level that often takes them out of their home community to pursue greater opportunity. That means more travel and commitment for athlete and family and it is a test of character and tenacity.

Clark committed to practicing and training in Belleville this year.

"This athlete trains up to two times a day, beginning at 5:30 in the morning. When her very supportive parents can not get her to practice, she takes Deseronto Transit to get her there," Ronan said. "She leaves her home before daylight and returns home after dark."

Ronan said Clark continues that practice routine and competes at various three-day meets across the province on weekends, yet she meets and exceeds academic standards to be eligible for international scholarship. Her times in the pool are also impressive. "(Clark) is ranked nationally and is already being scouted by universities. She is literally milliseconds away from Olympic qualifying times. All of this and she just turned 17 last month," Ronan said. "She competed at Eastern Canadians last year and this summer will be driving to Edmonton to compete nationally. She is 14th, 18th, and 21st nationally in each of her three main swimming events."

The junior male athlete of the year was accomplished in volleyball, hockey, and badminton. Nominator Hugh Cameron coach him in hockey. He said Cole St. Pierre was easily recognized for is big smile and he always showed

SELECT GROUP From left, Gavin Ronan, James Pero, Kevin Wilson, Ryan Kelly, Max Manlow, Blaine Swackhammer, and Vanessa Willis received plaques for accumulating 120 points for participation in athletic endeavours at PECI. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

passion and leadership.

"During practices and games, he had one speed: ahead full," Cameron said, adding St. Pierre often showed his love of sport and dedication by practicing all his skills, not just the most enjoyable ones. In his second season on the ice and the courts, his confidence grew and it showed in his play.

"He was an improved version of the heart-and-soul player we saw in his Grade 9 year," he said.

The junior female athlete of the year, Brooke Roche was well-rounded, competing in soccer, volleyball, rugby, and racquet sports. She managed to earn most valuable player honours in both soccer and volleyball.

Her soccer coach, Jenny Lyons, presented the award and noted Roche leads with her example and positive attitude, even in difficult moments of play and through injuries.

"She is both dependable and determined," Lyons said.

"Her coaches are always proud of her actions both on and off the field. She has a calm and prepared demeanour, yet demonstrates fierce competitiveness whenever the whistle blows."

Presenter and volleyball coach SharaLee Foster said the Grade 9 male athlete of the year Brodie Byford met all the criteria.

"From a spectator's point of view, you're going to see grit, you're going to see sweat, you're going to see focus and a look on his face that says 'I'm not losing.' From a coach's perspective, and I quote this 'he's a fierce competitor, he's physically dominant, and he's coachable.'"

Foster said Byford continuously worked to improve in all aspects of his chosen sports, seeks continuous feedback, and works well with his

DEDICATED ATHLETES From left, Olivia Crouse, Ryan Rosborough, Dan Seguin,Alex Staley, Hailey Von Rossum, and Jenn Canizaro received small medals symbolic of 80 athletic points from athletic council presenters Vanessa Willis and Casey Hegadorn. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

teammates. She added Byford vocally shows his Panther pride, whether it's on the basketball court or the ball diamond, and is a great ambassador for the school.

Jen Travers coached Grade 9 female athlete of the year Mikayla Leavitt in basketball.

She said Leavitt demonstrated commitment, willingness to listen and learn, sportsmanship, teamwork, and competitiveness across three different sports.

"In basketball, she impressed her coaches when she drove hard, passed fast, and wasn't afraid of roughing it up to get to the net. In soccer, she's described as 'dedicated, focused, and having the ability to see the game as a whole and not just her position,' and her tennis coach said she was both fearless and driven to continue in the game," Travers said. "We'll be excited to watch Mikayla as she continues to develop."

Rounding out the major awards, Ben Clarke earned the Jeremy Vincent Award as the most valuable track and field athlete at the school this

year. Coach Beth Bell said Clarke improved in all three of his throwing events â&#x20AC;&#x201D; shot put, javelin, and discus. He was dedicated to practices and improved enough to make it to East Regionals this year, narrowly missing an OFSAA berth by two metres with a personal best in discus.

"He's very coachable and has a great competitive spirt," Bell said.

The school handed out OPIE Awards for unselfish contribution to inter-school sports or the life of sports in the school to Lucas Clarke, Jacob Gibbons, Mallory Lindsay, Bryce Marion, Caroline Forsingdal, Willis, and Swackhammer.

A number of small medals and plaques were presented to students for their overall involvement in athletics, through the athletic points system.

Winning small medals with 80 points or more were Canizaro, Snider, Ryan Rosborough, Matt Dobson, Dan Seguin, Josh Stechnicki, Alex Staley, Olivia Crouse, Hailey Van Rossum, and Dryden Norton. Winning plaques

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Each team at the school was able to select two award recipients, recognizing either most improved players (MIP), most valuable players (MVP), or most dedicated players (MDP). The winners are as followsâ&#x20AC;Ś n Cross country - Amelia McKinney (MDP), Cassandra Elliott (MDP) n Girls rugby - Olivia Crouse (MDP), Esther Prinzen (MIP) n Junior boys soccer - Keegan Scott (MIP), Jeremy Leavitt

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Live streaming of municipal meetings available

Those interested in municipal politics will have another avenue to find out what's happening at Shire Hall as the municipality began live streaming council and committee of the whole meetings this week.

The first meeting streamed online was Tuesday's council meeting. Going forward, all regular meetings of council and committee of the whole will be streamed. As will planning public council meeting, committee of adjustment, and the Community and Economic Development Commission meetings that are held in the council chambers at Shire Hall.

“This live streaming initiative is part of our commitment to deliver effective communication and transparency throughout our municipality and provide more opportunities for residents to keep up with County business,” said Mayor Robert Quaiff.

All advisory, ad hoc committee and police services

board meetings will not be streamed.

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LAST WEEK’S SOLVED

Whitepine Watershed ran their undefeated streak to open the 2016 Prince Edward County Men's Fastball League to five games after clobbering the Beatty Seeds Huskers 8-0 Tuesday evening in Picton.

Jamie Thompson led the way for the visitors, bashing a grand slam and picking up the win on the rubber.

Dan Anthony came on in relief for Whitepine and threw three scoreless innings.

It was the second consecutive loss for Beatty's who dropped a 7-5 decision to the Ameliasburgh Warren's Excavating A's on Thursday in Picton.

Josh Carney sparked the A's offence with a one run double and then came around to score in the top of the first as the Huskers threw the ball around the diamond.

Former CFL football player Neil Puffer scored a run and drove in another for Beatty's to pace their offence.

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Grant money to help organizations address wide-ranging needs within community

with the installation of a portable classroom during May and October by the “This money is going to observatory's migration provide a state-of-the-art monitoring educator. monitoring service for Festival Players of Prince those people who've had Edward County received the scope and are following $2,500 that will assist the up on their procedure,” she theatre company with presaid. senting it's 10th anniversary The Children's Foundaseason — which includes a tion — which is the charitable arm of the Highland COMMUNITY INVESTMENT Recipients of this year’s Stark Family Fund grants gathered at stage adaptation of A SplinShores Children's Aid Soci- Macaulay Church on June 9 to share a few words about each of their projects. A total of 13 organi- ter in the Heart which is Al ety — received $6,000. The zations received funding with this year’s grant total exceeding $70,000.(Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff) Purdy's only novel. This season will also include A money will help with the Bird Observatory received toward increased public Tale of a Town: Prince organization's Playing for cess Bursary programs.

The Prince Edward Point $1,850 which will go education and outreach Edward County, bringing Keeps and Reach for Sucto life a collection of local stories gathered over the last year.

J. H. Anderson The County of Prince Elevators Edward Public Library & Farm received $1,500 to create two maker spaces in Picton Supplies Inc. and Wellington, focusing on teens. Kate MacNaughton said the spaces Buy & Sell are centres where students Top Prices can conceive, experiment, design, and create using 476-6597 tools. She said there aren't RR 2 Picton many similar opportunities available to county youth.

“We're trying to create a July 14 - The Prince Edward Federation of space where [teens] can Agriculture monthly board of directors meeting come, use tools and make GET THEM BEFORE THEY ARE GONE something,” she said. “It's will be held at the Bloomfield United Church WE STILL HAVE POTATOES pretty exciting.”

Sunday School room beginning at 7:30 p.m. All The Wellington United AND ONIONS IN STOCK. members are encouraged to attend. Contact Patti Church received $3,000 to VARIOUS SEEDS LEFT Stacey at 613-919-5154 or assist with the replacement (LETTUCE, RADISHES, princeedwardfarmers@gmail.com and installation of a comBEANS, PEAS ETC.. .) mercial dishwasher in the 179 Talbot St. Picton 613-476-7507 church's kitchen. Vic Alyea said the upgrade would Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm help fulfill two key missions of the church — to work with Storehouse Ottawa, Ontario, June 1, 2016 Foodbank to achieve local Canadian agriculture representatives today announced FOB Trenton as quoted by February 16, 2017 will be Canada’s Agriculture Day – a time food security and to supTRENTON GRAIN Wednesday, June 15, 2016 to celebrate and draw a closer connection between port budding food entreCanadians, our food and the people who produce it. preneurs in the community.

CORN $205.00/t 2016 CORN $205.00/t “We all eat food yet many people don’t automatically make Food to Share received 2017 CORN $183.00/t the connection between what’s on their plate and the two grants of $1,600. The commitment and care that goes into raising livestock, WHEAT $195.00/t 2017 WHEAT $221.50/t first will help the program growing crops or processing food,” said Crystal Mackay, SOYBEANS $525.00/t create an educational comCEO of Farm and Food Care Canada, a national charity ponent aimed at reducing committed to building public trust and confidence in food 2016 SOYBEANS $512.00/t and farming in Canada. food insecurity in the coun2017 SOYBEANS $442.00/t In the 1930s, more than 90 per cent of Canadians had a ty and focus on the benefits connection to agriculture. Today, it’s less than three per cent, of fresh food for health and according to Statistics Canada census information. disease prevention. The sec“Every link in the food production chain – from the farm to ond grant will help Food to the grocery store and restaurant – plays a vital role in FARM & GARDEN LTD. Share develop a business bringing food to your table every day,” said Mackay, whose plan and documentation of group organized the summit. “Canada’s Agriculture Day is an opportunity to get involved, celebrate and be a part of the best practices so the proResidential and conversation about food and farming.” gram can operate efficiently Farm Wiring Candace Hill, manager of Agriculture More Than Ever, said and effectively.

Canada’s Agriculture Day complements the industry-led Farm Generator Food to Share founder initiative that has attracted over 470 partner organizations Glen Wallis said the grant Sales and Service and 2,100 individuals committed to creating positive

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perceptions of agriculture. Launched more than four years ago, Agriculture More Than Ever’s goal is to encourage those involved in agriculture to speak up and speak positively about the industry.

“It’s all about showing our love, pride and passion for an industry that puts food on our tables,” Hill said. “We want to give everyone the opportunity to be part of something big and important.”

Hill encourages the industry, organizations and individuals to mark the date on calendars and come up with their own ideas and activities to promote and celebrate Canadian agriculture.

For more information, visit AgDay.ca or follow us on Twitter at #CdnAgDay. For more information visit on how food is produced in Canada, visit www.farmfoodcare.org.

would help the program operationalize.

“That really means creating a set of protocols for how to handle food, how to talk to farmers, and how we deal with the two food banks,” he said. “It has become, obviously with 14,000 pounds of food and 100 volunteers, a very complex little program.”

The Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association received $3,000 to purchase equipment and supplies to for the thriving foot care and Tai Chi programs.

The Rotary Club of Picton received $5,750 which will go toward five $1,000 awards to deserving graduates at PECI and three $250 bursaries to deserving graduates who will attend Loyalist College.

The Recreation Outreach Centre received $7,500 for its Guy Time program, which offered six weeks of in-school experience and field trip. The program supports personal, social and emotional development through the creation of a sense of belonging and community.

Reaching for Rainbows received $2,172 to help fund the programs Food, Fun, and Families project which includes daily snacks for the girls and two annual family meals.

The County of Prince Edward Museums received $7,500 to assist with the purchase of a heating, ventilation and air conditioning system for the Green Barn at Ameliasburgh Heritage Village. The barn will eventually house the Jake deVries taxidermy collection and the system will ensure appropriate environmental conditions for the specimens.

Finally, the County Clippers received $1,997.52 for the Junior Jammers program. The money will assist with the purchase of two backboard adapters which will allow regulation height baskets to be lowered to help the little hoop stars stay active year round.

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Gone are the days We use to share, But in our hearts You are always there.

The gates of memories Will never close, We miss you more Than anyone knows.

Lovingly remembered and missed by sister Jeanette and brother-inlaw Amos. dEVEr, Ida Marguerite. Memories of our dear Aunt Mim, her birthday peacefully remembered.

All to myself I think of you Think of the things We used to do Think of the things We used to say Think of each happy yesterday Sometimes I sigh, And sometimes I smile But I keep each olden, golden while All to myself Fondly remembered by her family.

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32 JUNE 16, 2016 MEMORIAMS

ROBINSON- Elmer. In loving memory of our dear Dad, who left us June 16th, 2013.

Our hearts are filled with memories Which we gathered through the years, All the happy times we shared, Are now treasured souvenirs.

Always loved and remembered by Allen & Lisa.

ROBINSON, In loving memory of a very special husband, Elmer Robinson.

When God was making husbands as far as I can see He made a special soulmate especially for me.

He made a perfect gentleman, compassionate and kind With more love and affection than you could ever wish to find.

He gave my darling husband a heart of solid gold He gave me wonderful memories only my heart can hold.

He was someone I could talk to that no one can replace, He was someone I could laugh with till tears ran down my face.

Next time we meet will be at Heavenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s door When I see you standing there I wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cry anymore I will put my arms around you and kiss your smiling face Then pieces of my broken heart will fall back into place.

Love and miss you always Sandy and Libby xoxo ROBINSON, In memory of Elmer, our Dad, Grandpa, Poppy, who passed away June 16, 2013.

As long as hearts remember, As long as hearts still care, We never part with those we love, Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re with us everywhere.

Dearly missed by Wayne, Kim and Kelsey; Mary, Rick, Veronica, Danielle and Allison; Anne, Brad, Logan and Wyatt. xoxoxoxo SALLEY, Roderick Naish HAPPY FATHERS DAY We love you and miss you.

In memory of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather, who went to be with the angels on June 17, 1999 Seventeen years has past and it still feels like yesterday, We often sit and think of him When we are all alone For memory is the only friend That grief can call its own Like ivy on the withered oak When all other things decay Our love for him will still keep green And never fade away We miss you Dad, Debbie & Peter Your precious grandsons that are all a little bit like you, Dustin & Kenzii, AJ & Makenzie and Tanner Naish

DEATHS

JOYNSON, Marjorie, Laura

(nee Wallace) Entered into eternal rest in the arms of her angel Barbara and beloved husband John Joynson on Monday, June 13th, 2016. Â Marjorie of Belleville, in her 89th year. Â Devoted mother of Barbara Joynson (deceased), Marlene Bishop (Rudy), Shelley Haennel (Gary), Ruby Zotek (George), and Alanna Ray (Gary).

Loving grandmother of Jason (Pam), Jeremy (Megan), Tyler, Troy (Alyssa), Patrick, and Laura, and great-grandmother of Tanisha, Spencer, Brendan, Catherine, Payton, Greer, and Charlee, and great-great-grandmother of Matthew, and Emmett.

Predeceased by 12 sisters and brothers. The family will receive friends at the Belleville Funeral Home & Chapel 68 North Front St., Belleville (613-968-5080) on Monday, June 20th, 2016 from 12noon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1:30p.m. A celebration of Marjorieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held in the chapel following the visitation at 1:30p.m. Private inurnment Belleville Cemetery. Â As an expression of sympathy, donations to Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wish Foundation would be appreciated. For condolences, please visit www.rushnellfamilyservices.com Â

MILLER, Roger Jearl

After a short illness, Roger passed away at the Belleville General Hospital on Saturday June 11, 2016. Much loved father of Jennifer Miller (fiance Matthew Heller) of Calgary, AB and Rebecca â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Beckyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Miller of Lethbridge, AB. Remembered by their mother Cathy Hawley also of Lethbridge, AB. Beloved son of Jearl Miller and the late Alleen of Picton. Dear brother of Don (Maureen) of Renfrew and uncle to Earl and Evan. As Roger desired, cremation has taken place and there will be no service at this time.

Arrangements entrusted to the Hicks Funeral Home, 2 Centre St., Picton.

613-476-5571 www.hicksfuneralhome.ca

RYCKMAN, Justin Keith

Passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 7th, 2016 at home in his 31st year. Beloved son of Randy Ryckman (Penny) and the late Marilyn Ryckman (nee Hall). Dear grandson of Gerald Ryckman (late Martha) & the late Gerald and late Mary Hall.

Missed by sister Becky Cole (Steven). Dear uncle of Averie & Owen Cole. Arrangements entrusted to the Burke Funeral Home, 150 Church St., Belleville (613-9686968). Visitation was held from 1â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1:45 pm at the funeral home on Tuesday, June 14th, 2016. A graveside service to follow at the Belleville Cemetery - 2 pm. If desired, donations to the Gleaners Food Bank would be appreciated.

Online condolences at WWW.BURKEFUNERAL.CA

DEATHS

The Picton Gazette

OFFICIAL NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

All claims against the estate of Burton Keith Pearsoll.

All persons having claims against the Estate of Burton Pearsoll, late of Bloomfield Ontario, deceased on October 29, 2015, are hereby notified to send particulars of the same to the undersigned on or before July 13, 2016, after which date the Estate will be distributed with regard only to the claims of which the undersigned shall then have notice and the Estate Trustees will not then be liable to any person of whose claims they shall not then have notice.

Dated at Picton on the 13th day of June 2016.

Estate Trustees, by their Solicitors, HENDERSON WILLIAMS LLP, 199 Main Street, P.O. Box 1200, Picton, Ontario, K0K 2T0.

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AUCTION SALES

MONDAY, JUNE 20TH, 2016 - 1:00 P.M.

ANTIQUE, MODERN & COLLECTABLE AUCTION SALE AT THE NAPANEE FAIRGROUNDS, PALACE BUILDING TWO PARTIAL ESTATES PLUS SELECTED OTHER GLASS, CHINA, ART, FURNITURE & COLLECTABLES FEATURING: Oil painting by Napanee born O. C. Madden - it is signed lower right and is a lovely depiction of a "Sugar Shack"; water colour by Ruth Brooks, Napanee, 2 Gibbard dining room suites; double bed (like new); pine buffet hutch, with table & 4 chairs; café table with 2 chairs; grandfather clock; 2 small china cabinets; Andrew Malcolm pier chest & 2 night stands; recliner lift chair (good); book cases; small flat screen T.V.; small ladies desk; double bed, box & matt with dresser & chest of drawers; fridge; washer; bar fridge; microwave; dehumidifier; good glass & china; Royal Doulton figurine; bread basket & others; comic books; diecast cars; stain glass table & hanging lamps; home-made quilts & other linens; few tools; small white enamel Finlay cook stove; an illusive No. 45 Stanley plane (complete); ladies 3 speed bike; 2011 19ft Visa Travel Trailer (selling with reserve) NO BUYERS PREMIUM - Very Partial Listing VIEWING SALE DAY ONLY 12 noon Terms: Cash, Interac, Visa, MasterCard only. Canteen Available NEIL LAMBERT, AUCTIONEER Napanee 613-354-3406 e-mail Sally1@KOS.net For pictures & complete listing please go to www.lambertauctions.ca

TUESDAY, JUNE 21ST

AT 10:30 A.M. AUCTION SALE FOR PRIME TIME STEAKHOUSE 260 NORTH FRONT STREET, BELLEVILLE, ONT. RESTAURANT INVENTORY including 2010 Point of Sale System with 2 floor drivers, kitchen printer, back house printer, cash drawer; Beverage Air 3 door draft and beer fridge, Beverage Air 2 door draft unit, 2 door glass front beverage cooler- like new; Royal Oven 36” flat top grill with 2 burners and salamander broiler, Garland 24” charbroiler, Garland 30” charbroiler, 3 MKE deep fryers, Bellcoe commercial toaster, Berkel meat slicer, Commando 2 glass door freezer, 11 cu ft chest freezer, 2 door glass front fridge, 60” 3 tub S/S sink, SS bar sinks, SS prep table with inserts, SS work table, 2-6ft exhaust hoods with singular suppression system, Dynamo commercial 4 x 8 pool table, bar tables, bar stools, free standing high bar table, 17 dining table, 30 dining chairs, high chairs, coffee stand, 12 bar with brass foot rail, stock pots, dinnerware, bar supplies, numerous other articles.

REASON FOR SALE- PROPERTY IS SOLD TERMS- CASH OR CHEQUE OWNER & AUCTIONEER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENT OR INJURY DAY OF SALE SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS Plainfield 613-477-2082 www. sullivanauctions.com

MONDAY, JUNE 20TH

AT 10:30 A.M. AUCTION SALE FOR DON AND EDNA SNIDER 194 REDNERSVILLE ROAD, R.R.7 BELLEVILLE, ONT. 1/2 mile west of Belleville Bay Bridge on Rednersville Road (County Road 3) ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES - Antique mothers helper cupboard, antique extension table with carved skirt, antique press back chairs, antique pine single drawer side table, antique oak sideboard, antique chest of drawers with pillar sides, antique short box telephone, antique 6 piece parlour suite with settee, corner chair, side chairs and arm chairs, arrowback chairs, antique press back rocker, antique oak dresser with mirror, antique washstand, antique walnut cased gramophone, antique cast iron wood stove, antique fainting couch, antique 2 poster bed, antique Eastlake 3/4 bed, Quebec heater, BT tub stand, washboards, antique hanging lamps, antique wall bracket lamps, barn lanterns, oil lamps, parlour lamps, banquet lamps, antique Dominion 1909 walnut cased pump organ, oak case triple keyboard organ with pipes, Cable- nelson upright piano, antique treadle sewing machine, oak book shelves, neck yokes, broad axe, cast iron pieces, enamel ware, stoneware water cooler, crocks, tin ware,treenware, young Queen Victoria print, Vintage Johnson “Sea Horse” outboard – not running; Mission style wall clock, wooden egg crates, funerary shadow box, books, glassware and china, quilts, GE refrigerator, Maytag electric stove, Frigidaire dishwasher, numerous other articles.

NOTE: In the event of road construction – parking is available at the rear of the property on Ridley Street- watch for parking signs TERMS- CASH OR CHEQUE OWNER & AUCTIONEER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENT OR INJURY DAY OF SALE SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS Plainfield 613-477-2082 www. sullivanauctions.com

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22ND

AT 5:00 P.M. AUCTION SALE DOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE Teak dining room suite consisting of teak refractory table, 4 chairs and matching china cabinet, maple single pedestal drop leaf round table & 4 chairs, portable kitchen island, chesterfield & matching chair, rocker, area rug, assorted chairs, coffee & end tables, chest, corner what not, 2 swivel bar stools, magazine rack, double pedestal desk, Henredon entertainment unit, dresser/mirror & 2 night tables, small tables, plant stands, lawn furniture, garden pieces, glass & china, prints & frames. Qty. of small shop tools, hand power tools, propane salamander heater, workbench, well pump, step ladder, floor jack, chain saws, & numerous other pieces.

See my web site for detailed list & photos.

DOUG JARRELL AUCTIONS 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com

THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 2016

call

The Picton Gazette 613-476-3201 or email: gazetteclass@bellnet.ca to advertise your

AT 3:00 P.M. SHARP AUCTION SALE ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, FURNITURE, GRANDFATHER CLOCK, CHINA/CRYSTAL/GLASS, HANDMADE QUILTS, FISHING HUT, WRENCHES/GARDEN TOOLS ETC. Approx. 12 Miles West of Kingston, Odessa Fair (Exhibit Hall), From 401 (Exit 599) Cty. Rd. #6 South Through Lights on Left Grandfather Clock; Hall Rack; Modern Kitchen Table/4 Chairs; White Kitchen Cupboard with Maple Top; Microwave Stand; Glidder Rocker; Microwave; Bar Fridge; Dehumidifier; Chesterfield Hide A Bed; Sofa Settee; D End Tables; Pr. Of Brass Lamps; Floor Lamps; Stereo; 2 Maple Storage Cabinets; Quantity of China; Crystal; Depression Etc.; Several Hand Made Quilts; Quantity of Linens of All Types; Early Antique Chest of Drawers; Antique China Cabinet; Oak Buffet; Eastlake Drop Front Desk; Wicker Fernery; Oil Lamp; Antique Chest of Drawers; Trunk; Childs Antique Commode; Small Drop Leaf Table; Wooden Floor Model Radio; Antique Bottle Capper; 2 Drawer Stand; Coal Scuttle; Crock Jug; R. J. Polk Eldon Lodge Dairy Kingston; Square Milk Bottle Holder; Quantity of Sealers; Cutlery, Cooking Pots/Pans; Small Electrical Appliances; Etc.; Wheel Chair; Only a Partial Listing. LAWN AND GARDEN: Huscavana 16" Chain Saw; Folding Fish Hut; Ice Fishing Gear; Ice Auger; Rods; Reels; Floater Suite; Rolling Tool Chest; Wrenches of All Types; 2 Metal Shelving Units; 2 Building Jacks; Shop Cabinets; 2 Bench Vises; Bench Drill Press; Wet Dry Vac; Several Power Tools; Workmate; Lee Valley Seeder; Push Reel Mower; Lawn Spreader; 2 Wheel Barrels; 26' Alum. Ext. Ladder; 2 Alum. Step Ladders; Bird Netting; Tarps; Wash Tubs; Bar - B - Q; Quantity of Garden Hose/Several Reels; Snow Roof Rake; Sprayer; Several Bicycles/Bikes; Bushel Hampers/6 Qt. Baskets; Garden Ornaments; Fire Pit; Metal Racks; Many More Items.

NOTE: Start Time 3:00 P.M. This Sale is From Mrs. Blacks Home, a Long Time Resident of Odessa and McKinley’s of Amherstview.

This is Rather a Large Sale.

Pictures and listing go to www.daveasniderauctionservice.ca All Verbal Announcements takes precedence over any written matter.

TERMS OF SALE: Cash/Interac/Approved Cheques DAVE A. SNIDER, AUCTION SERVICE (613-386-3039) AUCTIONEER - BRAD SNIDER (613-386-3773) Owners/Auctioneers will not be responsible for any accident on or about property day of sale.

FRIDAY, JUNE 24TH

Estate Sale Viewing 5:00pm Sale 6:30pm at Koopmans Auction Centre located at 662 County Rd. 12 Picton, 3.5km south west of Bloomfield Ont. Gibbard 4 post bedroom set, 9 drawer dresser with mirror and nightstands, Antique magazine rack, mid 1800’s pine tool chest, Antique pine blanket box, Duncan Phyfe drop leaf table, Antique Beatty copper tub hand washer, Antique Beatty Bros. wooden barrel butter churn, Antique wooden grain auger, Antique settee, needlepoint bottom chairs, 4 hooped back caned bottom chairs, Maple dresser, tallboy, night stands, Kenmore clothes dryer, Nordic Track elliptical, Antique stereo card viewer with cards (some from Boer war), Antique toys and collectibles, pellet guns, flatware table, Antique glass and china, Pto driven pump, 5ft Kodiak 3pth bushog, Antique hand farm tools, grain bag cart from MasterFeeds Picton, gas engines, Antique boat motor, Antique toy train accessories, 4x8 ¾ 3pce slate pool table and accessories.

See website www.koopmansauctionservices.com Always accepting good clean consignment for upcoming sales. We do onsite sales or purchase estates. Canteen Available. Terms: Cash and Debit For your entire auction needs, call Auctioneer: Gerald Koopmans 613-393-1732

SATURDAY, JUNE 25TH

AT 10:30 A.M. AUCTION SALE FOR MRS. JANICE MAXWELL 108 HARRINGTON ROAD, R.R. 4 FRANKFORD, ONT. 2 miles NORTH of Highway 401 on Wallbridge Loyalist Road (interchange 538) and turn WEST onto Wallbridge Road for 1/2 mile and turn onto Harrington Road.

EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLE- John Deere 2130 2 wd diesel tractor with Sims cab- good running condition; Massey Ferguson 218 GTX garden tractor with mower, rear attached garden tiller, single furrow plow- excellent condition; John Deere RX 75 riding lawn mower, Forage King 3 point hitch 6 ft single auger snow blower, International 3 point hitch 3 furrow plow, Troy Bilt portable gas powered wood chipper, Stihl chainsaws,, Stihl grass trimmer, oxy acetylene torch kit, General 36″ HD wood lathe, General 6″ jointer, Craftsman 10″ radial arm saw, bench tp drill press, Lincoln 180 welder, blacksmith anvil (1,1,27) steel work bench, logging chains, power tools, wood clamps, hand tools, builders hardware, quantity of rough cut lumber, VEHICLE- 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 pick up with 23,000 kms, e-tested, certified- excellent condition; COLLECTIBLES- SELL AT 10:30 AM antique cupboard, antique chest of drawers, vintage farm hand tools, oil bottles, bob sleigh, antique extension tables, antique kitchen chairs, snow shoes, numerous other articles TERMS- CASH OR CHEQUE OWNER & AUCTIONEER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENT OR INJURY DAY OF SALE SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS Plainfield 613-477-2082 www. sullivanauctions.com

SATURDAY, JUNE 25TH

AT 10:00 A.M. ON SITE AUCTION SALE OF FARM EQUIPMENT & ANTIQUES FOR MR. & MRS. GORDON HUFFMAN MOSCOW, ONT. DIRECTIONS: From Yarker take County Rd. # 6 north approx.

5 kms. to Huffman Road. Turn east and follow to sale site at 5117 Huffman Road. (watch for signs) ANTIQUES & SMALLS SELLING AT 10A.M.: Old antique cupboards including a painted pine four door flat to wall cupboard, 2 door upright cupboard, antique 4 drawer chest, dome top trunk, wheel barrow scales, antique carpenter's box, small trunk, antique blanket box, Delaval cream separator, 13 pces of old tin ceiling (new), walking qty. of old farm smalls including old gas cans, wooden pulleys, ice & cross cut saws, old fire extinguishers, wrenches, Beatty pump, wooden boxes, tin seats, fishing rods, reels & small amt. Of tackle, milk can & many more antique smalls. FARM EQUIPMENT & RELATED ITEMS: International 624 diesel tractor/loader, Cockshutt 550 gas tractor/loader, Massey Harris 55 tractor, McCormick W4 tractor (not running) (all tractors need work), MF # 74 3PTH 4 furrow trip beam plough, Cockshutt 10 ft. trail type discs, 8 ft. trail type cultivator, MF # 33 15 run double disc seed drill, 10 ft. set of chain harrows, 4 section set of spike tooth drags, 3 drum field roller, New Holland 479 haybine, 4 wheel rake, New Idea # 483 soft core 4 x 4 round baler, Oliver # 62 square baler, Little Giant hay & grain elevator on undercarriage, 28 ft. pipe frame elevator, 2 wagon running gear, Ford 3 PTH 6 ft. scraper blade, fertilizer spreader, George White single axle sprayer/stainless tank, Oliver 3 PTH sickle bar mower, 3 Pth wood splitter, loader mount bale spear, older model single axle manure spreader, set of sleigh bunks (as found), Lincoln welder, acetylene torches & cart, Husqvarna 300 chainsaw, table saw, large qty. of farm tools, wrenches, hand power tools, can hook, electric fencing supplies, qty. of chicken feeders, fencing supplies, maple hardwood flooring, qty. oak lumber, & numerous other smalls found on this old farmstead. Lakefield “Dakota” cedar boat with Evinrude 28 H.P. motor & trailer, 2000 Buick Century Custom sells as is, Honda 200 3 wheeler, Roper 8 H.P. riding mower (as is).

See my web site for detailed list & photos.

Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard, Cheque/ID. DOUG JARRELL AUCTIONS 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com Owners and/or auctioneer not responsible in case of accident

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LIQUIDATION SALE

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Co-chair impressed with totals considering decrease in teams participating RELAY, from page 1

After undergoing several rounds of chemotherapy, including two stints at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto, MacDonald said she had a treatment called an autologous bone marrow transplant. The treatment used MacDonald's own stem cells to reestablish her immune system. She underwent the treatment twice. Ultimately, she came to a drug treatment called lenalidomide that has kept the disease at bay.

“I take a pill every night for 21 days every month and the other part of the regimen is a steroid,” she said. “The combination of those two drugs has got me in remission, or as close to remission as a multiple myeloma patient can be.”

Lenalidomide is an altered form of thalidomide.

MacDonald said she's not sure how cancer researchers discovered its benefits to cancer patients, but said events like Relay for Life help make that type of research possible. She said knowing more effective treatments could be on the way, helps cancer patients keep fighting.

“Hope keeps us going and is such an integral part of cancer research,” she said.

Relay For Life organizing committee co-chair Tina Rutgers said approximately 30 teams took part in this year's Relay. That's down a significant number over last year, but she said those who did take part really stepped up.

“We knew the number of teams had dropped substantially, so we were really pleased with the total amount raised by our teams and by the support of the county,” she said. “It's a group effort, it's a county effort, and even though the number of teams was down, the spirit was still there and the funds raised were still there.”

Friday was bright, warm, and sunny, but rain eventually came early Saturday morning as organizers were gearing up for Relay's closing ceremonies. The final lap was ultimately moved inside the community centre as lightning danced across the sky.

“The weather didn't hold out for us, but I just didn't want to take the chance of someone being hit by lightning, so that's why we took it indoors,” Rutgers said.

“Unfortunately the momentum of the closing ceremony was lost, but I hope everyone appreciated why and that they were happy with the outcome.”

Rutgers said she was proud of everyone who spoke, provided entertain-

HONOURING SURVIVORS The Prince Edward County Relay for Life began with a survivors’ lap. Nice weather greeted walkers Friday night, but by morning thunderstorms and rain came before the final lap.(Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

ment, or otherwise contributed to the event.

“We have an amazing group of volunteers and they're very passionate about the reason we're doing this,” Rutgers said.

She said every year another person in the community is affected by cancer and that's why it's so special to see everyone pulling together for one cause.

“Prince Edward County is an excellent community — they support each other with all the causes,” said Rutgers.

Rutgers also recognized the Black Crick Chicks, who've participated in Relay

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for Life every year for the last decade and have raised more than $65,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society through the years.

“This is the 10 year anniversary of this group of women that walk through the whole night,” Rutgers said.

She said they always show enthusiasm and determination in sticking it out through the night.

“They don't leave, they don't stop,” she said.

Black Crick Chicks members Karen Cowan, Janet Keogh, Kathryn Walker, and Brenda Bond spoke to the Gazette just before the open-

“It's made more people ing lap on Friday.

Asked what motivates aware in the community the team to walk every year, that there is a lot of cancer the answer was simple: out there and that there are Family and friends who are fighting cancer or who have been lost to cancer.

“Either your own family or your friend's family or a friend of a friend — everybody seems to be connected to it or had to fight it in one way or another,” said Keogh.

Keogh said Relay For Life has been a good event and one that has brought a lot of people together through the years. She said the community has to keep raising funds to help those affected.

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ways of conquering it,” said Bond.

One sleepless night is worth it to help fight such a devastating disease, added Cowan.

“I can stay up one night in a year, cancer goes on all the time — everybody is fighting day after day — I can do one night,” she said.

In the end the goal is to ensure there are more survivors. Walker said watching those who've survived the disease walk the first lap is especially inspiring.

“The survivor's lap gives people hope,” she said.

Rick Zimmerman was the emcee for the evening. In his third year in the position, Zimmerman said it's always an affecting experience.

“I'm just so moved and impressed by the community commitment to it,” he said. “It's an all-nighter, so you have to be committed to it — it's not your typical two-hour luncheon. To play a small part in it, I feel very humbled.”

Rutgers thanked all the volunteers, sponsors, and participants for everything they did to make the Relay a success.

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County School of Dance wraps up exceptional year with recital Local dancers see success in competitions, festivals, and exams across Ontario CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

It was an afternoon of commanding performances as the County School of Dance held its annual year end show at the Regent Theatre on Sunday.

The concert included all of the County School of Dance's competitive and recreation dance numbers from 2016. About 50 dancers, ranging in age from three to 15, took part in the afternoon show.

The dance styles ranged from classic ballet to tap, jazz, and hip hop. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There's just about everything you can think of,â&#x20AC;? said County School of Dance artistic director Brenda Cunningham.

Cunningham said the kids usually begin doing charity events in October and start to learn their new material in January. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They prepare for about four months rehearsing before they go to competition,â&#x20AC;? she said.

She said the kids did exceptionally well this year in competition. At the Toronto Kiwanis Dance Festival earlier this year, the local dancers took home 30 gold medals and eight silver medals. Three dancers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sarah Johnson, Alexandra Nickson, Willow Rasmus â&#x20AC;&#x201D; were awarded $100 scholarships. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The kids did an absolutely super job,â&#x20AC;? said

Cunningham. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We're very proud of them.â&#x20AC;?

That's made even more impressive by one simple fact, she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was the first time they'd competed in the city.

They'd done some smaller competitions, but they did really well,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They were thrilled, it was a beautiful venue, very good competition and excellent judging â&#x20AC;&#x201D; they learned a lot.â&#x20AC;?

In May the dancers completed their Cecchetti ballet exams in Toronto. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They all passed with flying colours, so that was great,â&#x20AC;? Cunningham said.

The exam is an international ballet standard based on the Cecchetti method of classical ballet. The method helps the dancers develop critical skills of dance like balance, strength and poise. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These exams are performed on the best students around the world. It's a very, very high-level examination,â&#x20AC;?

Cunningham said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It's the equivalent of doing your piano examinations as you go through and eventually leads to teaching degrees.â&#x20AC;?

When the competition season ends, the dancers perform at charity events across Prince Edward County and Belleville. The kids did six performances at senior citizens' residences this year and participated in the ROC 'N Revue at the end of May.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;They've very busy. We do a lot of charity and fundraising events and that's important for the kids,â&#x20AC;? said Cunningham.

Sunday's show was the culmination of all those months of work and a chance for parents to see it all on display. Some parents also got into the act themselves as the show featured a parents number. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had parents and some grandparents who came once a week and I taught them a number for about 10 weeks,â&#x20AC;? said Cunningham. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It's really cute, lots of fun.â&#x20AC;?

Cunningham thanked all the students and parents for their hard work and commitment and all the volunteers who helped throughout the year.

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Monthly lecture series launched this week

Community Care has launched a speaker series made up of six monthly presentations. All events are free and refreshments will be served. The first presentation in the series was held on Wednesday, June 15 with Manson Slik of Gordon’s Estate Services covering the topic “Thinking about Downsizing?”

The second speaker is Alex Sisk,sales manager, for Eastlink who will talk about seniors and technology. This event will be held on Wednesday, July 20 at 2 p.m.

Eastlink has the distinction of being the first cable company in Canada to enter the telephone market, and the first communications and entertainment company in North America to combine cable, Internet and telephone service in a communications and entertainment bundle.

In August you can hear a presentation by Const. Connor Durkin, the community safety officer with the Prince Edward OPP Detachment of the who brings 15 years of policing experience to his presentation on Wednesday, Aug. 17. Durkin will provide education and tips for protection to seniors and their families so they can avoid falling prey to people who take advantage of seniors.

Rachel Henry, marketing manager at the Wellings of Picton, Prince Edward County's new active adult lifestyle community will make a presenta-

Home & Hicks Funeral Home in Picton. Osborne will make a presentation about the importance of having a funeral to mark the death of a loved one. Join us to hear him speak Wednesday, Oct. 19. There are many different options available and as a funeral director, Bob and his staff can help families make choices to fit their budget and their wishes.

For the presentation in November, Dr. Andy Janikowski will talk about his travels following the route of the Franklin Expedition. This free presentation is the last in Community Care’s 2016 speaker series. Come on Wednesday, Nov. 9 a to learn more about Franklin's lost expedition,a British voyage of Arctic exploration led by Captain Sir John Franklin that departed England in 1845.

A Royal Navy officer and experienced explorer, Franklin had served on three previous Arctic expeditions, the latter two as commanding officer. His fourth and last, undertaken when he was 59, was meant to traverse the last unnavigated section of the Northwest Passage.

After a few early fatalities, the two ships became icebound in Victoria Strait near King William Island in the Canadian Arctic. The entire expedition of 129 men, including Franklin, was lost.

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Depending upon the attendance at the speaker series, Community Care will consider holding another series in the spring. We will remind you of the topics in this column closer to each date.

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Community and economic development commission supports youth centre Commissioners earmark $5,000 for Recreation Outreach Centre initiative, recommend council consideration of multi-year financial commitment CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

The municipality's community and economic development commission is making moves to support youth programming and initiatives in the county.

At their regular meeting on June 8, the commission approved a motion to contribute $5,000 to the Recreation Outreach Centre (ROC) to help the organiza-

tion fund a part-time program director for 2016 for the ROC’s new downtown youth centre.The motion also recommends that council consider a multi-year financial commitment to the ROC for the continued operation of the youth centre in 2017 and 2018.

Chair Bill Roberts said strengthening youth programs was an important piece of the commission’s strategic plan document.

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Roberts said the commission asked staff to bring forward opportunities which would improve the retention of youth in the county and create more youth entrepreneurship opportunities.

While entities like Junior Achievement made pitches to the commission, Roberts said the commission found what they were looking for already existed.

“What we found is we really already have those organizations here in the county — we have the ROC for example, we have Reaching for Rainbows,” Roberts said. “The problem isn't that we need a new organization, the problem is that we need to give those organizations we have the resources to do their job and to deal with those issues.”

Roberts said the $5,000 commitment to the ROC and support for the new youth centre is a good start toward building youth opportunities here.

“It's a beginning, but we are going to try to put our shoulder to the wheel on that,” he said. “This flows out of our commission's

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He said the youth centre would feature after-school drop-in programming such as cooking, music, creative arts, fitness, and homework support. The programs will be free and travel options will be provided.

Roberts said the commission’s support of the youth centre also aligns with a commission sub-priority to engage local school and youth support agencies with discussion around entrepreneurship, the development of programs, and identifying post-secondary institution partnerships.

“This is all part of that commission ambition we have,” he said.

Roberts reiterated that the measure is just a beginning. He said there was also discussion at the CEDC around organizations like Reaching for Rainbows. He said there are indications that — while intervention at the high school level is very important in terms of retention and employment — the critical intervention point with youth may come much earlier in life.

“In terms of changing the

outcomes, the earlier you intervene with that kind of support at the grade school level, the better the outcomes are,” he said. “Reaching for Rainbows is very much focused on girls in that younger category. Some time as a commission we're going to have to come back to that as well.”

There was also discussion on some significant developments at last week's meeting.

The commission received an update and heard issues surrounding Picton Terminals and discussed opportunities at Loch-Sloy Business Park.

Roberts said the commission heard comments from several community members regarding concerns with Picton Terminals. Comments centred around the number of trucks travelling County Rd. 49, the number of ships coming into the harbour, and the condition of County Rd. 49. There was also concern about the potential for negative impacts to the Picton water treatment plant intake in the harbour.

Roberts said he urged staff at the meeting to do their best to come forward with verified facts upon

which everyone can rely.

“If we do disagree, we can be disagreeing, discussing and looking for solutions on common facts,” he said. “For example, does each ship represent 600 trucks? That's a lot of trucks for one ship. Those kinds of numbers and making sure that the environmental assessment facts are accurate.”

Roberts said these are all valid concerns, He said supporting business opportunities that have the potential to create growth and employment are important, but it's also important to keep in mind the community and environmental concerns.

“These are issues that we can't pretend don't exist,” he said. “As well as we're doing getting support from municipalities throughout eastern Ontario and our federal representatives and Queen's Park, we need to really be transparent and invite the public input, the commentary and exchange, and take these community and environmental concerns very seriously. It's certainly a tobe-continued file.”

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County submits Benson Park rehabilitation for Canada 150 intake Municipality hopes for better news after funding application was initially denied CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

The municipality is hoping the second time is the charm.

Council approved a motion Tuesday endorsing the municipality's application to the Canada 150 Infrastructure Program for the Benson Park rehabilitation project.

The infrastructure funding program was announced in 2015 and at that time council recommended two projects for submission. The first priority project was Benson Park and the second was the Ameliasburgh Roblin Lake washroom project. However, the municipality's application wasn't successful.

Recently the federal government announced the call for applications for round two of the Canada 150 Infrastructure Program and council backed the staff recommendation to once again submit the Benson Park rehabilitation project. The deadline for applications to the program is June 24.

County chief administrative officer James Hepburn said there wasn't any specific reason given for why the project wasn't successful in the first round.

“This is round two of this funding and we're hopeful we get some traction for our application,” he said.

He pointed to the volume of applications and level of competition for round one as a likely reason. There were 1,100 applications for the first intake totalling more than $260 million in requested funding. Of those 1,100 applications, 380 were approved at a value of $44.4 million.

“For whatever reason, ours didn't make it to the top of the list,” Hepburn said.

The second round of applications for funding is expected to be just as competitive as the first round in 2015. However, Hepburn said the Benson Park Rehabilitation Project is a quality application.

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“It's a good application and that's why we're recommending it,” he said.

Eligible projects for the Canada 150 Infrastructure Program must leverage a minimum of 50 per cent of funding from other sources, though priority may be given to projects leveraging 66.6 per cent or more. The projects must be substantially completed by March 31, 2018.

The Benson Park project would include new public washrooms at the rear of Benson Hall and a new multi-purpose surface on the tennis court.

A report presented to council Tuesday says the Benson Park project would link the new parking lot on King Street through the revitalized park beside new public washrooms and through an accessible, rehabilitated pathway to Main Street, close to the Sir John A. Macdonald sculpture.

Washrooms would be added to the existing building in order to connect with existing electrical, water and sewer services.

The total estimated cost of the project is $400,000 and there will be a requirement to fund 66.6 per cent of the project municipally in order to ensure it meets the priority threshold. The municipal share can include funds contributed for fundraising and community stakeholder groups. For the first round, community stakeholder groups committed up to $80,000 toward the municipal share.

Roberts hopes for more attention for Loch-Sloy

ECONOMICS, from page 38

Additionally, Roberts said the commission wants to take a close look at Loch-Sloy Business Park and the economic potential it could hold beyond what currently exists.

“We recognize that there are water and wastewater concerns, but there is an awful lot of potential there,” he said.

He said that's not just economic potential, but cultural potential considering the location's beginning as Camp Picton.

“There's both an economic component and a her-

itage component that we want to grapple with certainly in this year,” he said.

The commission wants to really understand the vision and challenges facing LochSloy, Roberts said. He noted that about 300 people have their place of work at the business park, but there have been lost opportunities.

“At the end of the day, it's going to be what can we as a commission, or we as a council by extension, do to improve the business opportunities for Loch-Sloy, to address the water and wastewater issue and to preserve the heritage component,” Roberts said.

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The music of Roy Orbison (pictured) will be celebrated at the Regent Theatre on Sunday July 24th Joining Jessome on-stage will be Â?Â&#x2018;Â&#x17D;ČąÂ&#x160;Â&#x2013;Â&#x160;ÂŁÂ&#x2019;Â&#x2014;Â?ČąČ&#x192; Â&#x2019;Â&#x160;Â&#x2014;Â&#x2DC;Čą Â&#x160;Â&#x2014;Č&#x201E;Čą Â&#x203A;Â&#x17E;Â&#x152;Â&#x17D;Čą Tournay performing classic hits from Jerry Lee Lewis â&#x20AC;&#x153;Great Â&#x160;Â&#x2022;Â&#x2022;Â&#x153;Čą Â&#x2DC;Â?Čą Â&#x2019;Â&#x203A;Â&#x17D;Č&#x201E;Ç°Čą Â&#x2019;Â&#x2022;Â&#x2022;¢ȹ Â&#x2DC;Â&#x17D;Â&#x2022;Čą Č&#x192; Â&#x2019;Â&#x160;Â&#x2014;Â&#x2DC;Čą Â&#x160;Â&#x2014;Č&#x201E;Ç°Čą Â&#x160;Â&#x2013;Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2014;Â?Â&#x153;Â?Čą Â&#x2DC;Â?Â&#x2018;Â&#x17D;Â&#x203A;Čą Â&#x2122;Â&#x2019;Â&#x160;Â&#x2014;Â&#x2DC;Čą favourites. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The combination Â&#x2DC;Â?Čą Â&#x17D;Â&#x203A;Â&#x2014;Â&#x2019;Â&#x17D;Čą Â&#x17D;Â&#x153;Â&#x153;Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2013;Â&#x17D;Čą Â&#x160;Â&#x2014;Â?Čą Â&#x203A;Â&#x17E;Â&#x152;Â&#x17D;Čą Tournay on stage promises to be one of the most exciting shows to ever come to Picton!â&#x20AC;? says Â&#x2122;Â&#x203A;Â&#x2DC;Â?Â&#x17E;Â&#x152;Â&#x17D;Â&#x203A;Čą Â&#x2019;Â&#x2022;Â&#x2022;Čą Â&#x17E;Â&#x2022;Â&#x2122;ÇŻ

Tickets to see â&#x20AC;&#x153;Roy Orbison: Shades of Yesterdayâ&#x20AC;? at the Regent Theatre on Sunday July 24th at 8pm are on sale now, value-priced at only $35 all inclusive. Tickets are available at Â?Â&#x2018;Â&#x17D;Čą Â?Â&#x2018;Â&#x17D;Â&#x160;Â?Â&#x203A;Â&#x17D;Čą Â&#x2039;Â&#x2DC;ÂĄČą Â&#x2DC;Ä&#x153;Â&#x152;Â&#x17D;Ç°Čą Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x161;Čą Â&#x160;Â&#x2019;Â&#x2014;Čą Street in Picton, by calling the theatre at 613-476-8416 or online at www.TheRegentTheatre.org.

Get your tickets early to ensure the best seats!

CALLING ALL ROY ORBISON FANS !

ROY ORBISON SHADES OF YESTERDAY Starring the Incredible...

BERNIE JESSOME Hear All the Hits! â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pretty Womanâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cryingâ&#x20AC;?

SPECIAL GUEST â&#x20AC;&#x153;Only The Lonelyâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Running Scaredâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;PIANO MANâ&#x20AC;?

BRUCE TOURNAY and more!

THE REGENT THEATRE SUN. JULY 24 613-476-8416 TICKETS $35 8:00 P.M. www.TheRegentTheatre.org all inclusive

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THE REDNER HOUSE c.1840 - Rejuvenated with modern flare and care for the quality of the original architecture! Re-landscaped yard and fresh curb appeal are just the beginning. This reawakened "Settler's Dream" is beyond compare and one of the finest offerings in Prince Edward County! $1,495,000 MLS 550130266 Call ROB PLOMER, Sales Rep or KATE VADER, Sales Rep 613-471-1708 www.robandkate.com

3 bedroom country bungalow on 1.7 acres. New custom kitchen, new hardwood floors throughout, new finished family room in the basement. $249,900 MLS 550420427 KEVIN GALE, Sales Rep 613-476-1874 H. 613-242-7295 C. kevingale@remax.net

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On the edge of Picton sporting a large lot and beautiful gardens, this 3 bedroom 2 bath split level brick & aluminum home boasts central air, gleaming hardwood floors, new windows and a great open concept kitchen/dining/living room. Beautiful decor and well maintained. Just move in your things and away you go! $229,900 MLS QR21503354 Call MARK GARDINER, Sales Rep Office: 613-476-2700 Cell:613-391-5588 mbgardiner@yahoo.com

THINKING OF SELLING OR BUYING! I APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS! CALL 613-848-4810 elsie.wiersma@century21.ca www.century21.ca/elsie.wiersma ELSIE WIERSMA, Sales Rep 613-848-4810 LANTHORN REAL ESTATE LTD., BROKERAGE* www.century21.ca/elsie.wiersma *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

27 LAKE STREET PICTON A charming Picton home with numerous upgrades on a lovely premium lot. Spacious living room with pine floors, great kitchen with built-in dishwasher and a lovely eating area accented in pine.

There is main floor laundry, a dual heating system, 1&1/2 attached garage, big storage shed plus a very private patio area. Close to amenities. $199,900 MLS 550660027

Call JASON*, KEVIN*, SANDY** or TAMARA YOUNG**,

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WELLINGTON BUNGALOW $308,800 Immaculate open concept brick bungalow walking distance to shops, arena and beach. Municipal services, gas heat, fenced yard and low maintenance. MLS®550500066 E Elizabeth lizabeth Crombie* Crombie* Tracey Tracey Dickson* Dickson* Suzanne Suzanne

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McFAUL ROAD Almost new Colorado! 15 minutes to Belleville. Completely renovated inside and out. 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, open concept. Maintenance free exterior. 1.5 car garage. Direct wire Gennex generator system. This home shows extremely well. $349,000 MLS 550360055

HERB PLIWISCHKIES, Sales Rep

www.county-realestate.com cell 613-921-7441 613-476-5399

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This all-season, private retreat is nestled among mature trees and exquisite perennial gardens on the shores of Long Reach. Totally renovated in 2010 by Elliott Sage, this spacious, bright, fourbedroom, custom-designed home takes full advantage of the scenic waterfront, with a railway launch for your motorboat and large dock to provide you and your guests easy access to all the fun waterfront living has to offer. The expansive decks surrounding the home provide ample space to entertain al fresco or to just sit back and enjoy the view. This property offers two full levels of generous living space ideal for your family and for entertaining indoors. This property provides the easiest access to a quiet, secluded, no-traffic zone as it is located off a main road on a private, well-maintained, all-season lane shared with only six other properties. $625,000 MLS 550430140

Call LORI SLIK, Sales Rep 613-847-2349 lslik@chestnutpark.com

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CHECK ME OUT Belleville location, Cannifton Rd, Thurlow. 2 bedrm condo backing onto Moira River, private and close to all amenities. Brick building with patio area and electric awning. Large bright living rm, eat in kitchen, utility room. Energy efficient radiant heating, hardwood throughout. Easy living. $154,900 MLS® QR21403624

GEORGE REID, Broker 613-399-2134 quinteisle.com

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Enjoy family life in this lovely custom built bungalow situated on 1.3 acres on the edge of town.

Boasting an amazing master wing with an ensuite that most people can only dream about. Guest or family wing has 2 very large bedrooms and its own bathroom, open concept main living areas with cathedral ceilings and marble entry, and a huge basement for your recreation room/pool table room/a couple of additional bedrooms or a bowling alley! Ok, just kidding about the bowling alley but with 2100 sq ft. the options are endless! $359,000 MLS 451140116

LINDA MIDDLETON, Broker of Record/Owner 613-476-7800

Sutton Group Prince Edward County Realty Inc. Brokerage 98 Main Street, Picton, ON

NEW PRICE

A must-see park-like property with Picton Bay in the distance. Bright open-concept main level boasts a cosy wood stove, bamboo and ceramic floors. Spacious master with ensuite bath and lower level features self-contained suite with kitchen, bdrm, office, living/dining room with private entrance. Attached two-bdrm suite on main level completely renovated in rustic pine featuring cosy living room that opens to private patio, kitchen, and 4 piece bath. Main house could easily be opened to one single family 3+ bdrm home. Lovely perennial gardens and circular drive lead to large outbuilding with incredible vaulted ceilings and custom built wooden doors - perfect place for a studio, workshop or whatever your heart desires. Potential galore on this unique property! Asking $399,000 MLS 550720124

SHANNON WARR-HUNTER, Broker KEN ARSENEAULT, Sales Rep 613-471-1708 www.ShannonAndKen.com

NEW PRICE

GLENORA ROAD - Custom built for the current owner, featuring 2,000 sq. ft. of living space on main level and an additional 1500 sq. ft. on the lower level. Situated on a knoll with a seasonal view of Picton Bay with a private, treed, backyard with patio. Close to Picton with municipal water supply. $299,000 MLS 550740150

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

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Construction has already started on this 1351 sqft 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home in Prince Edward County! Just outside of the Village of Consecon, close to the 401 and Weller`s Bay, this open concept back-split bungalow has a 3 piece master bedroom ensuite bath and walk in closet, 2 additional bedrooms, main bath and open concept kitchen/dining and livingroom area. Plus a 2 car garage with inside entry and a full unfinished basement for great storage or room to expand.

Make this home yours with the flooring, finishes and colours you want as per builder`s samples.HST is included in the purchase price.Minutes to the beach and wineries and in C.M.L public school district - a great family home! $325,000 MLS QR163941

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

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Delightful 1.5 storey Century Cottage located within close proximity to shops, eateries, and galleries. Situated on a spacious lot in amongst manicured lawns of Picton’s golf course, this home has all the charm of being in the country. Large living room and dining area with cozy gas fireplace, original baseboards and trim and main floor bath. The second level offers 3 bedrooms, one with en-suite and gas fireplace. Additional drive sheds at rear of a rustic barn, as well as an earlier potter’s studio making it perfect for a small gallery set-up (studio space in barn 23 X 21). This edge of-town property is truly a gem and a must see.

From the rustic, classic barn the view from the loft to the water over the golf course is worth considering the possibilities. $268,000 MLS 550710059

Call GAIL FORCHT, Broker or CAREY LEWANDOSKI, Sales Rep. Office: 613-471-1708 www.homeinthecounty.com

VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON Build your home on this lot. Mixed subdivision in area of nice homes. Close to schools and parks and beach. Lot is 49.5 ft x 121 ft with all municipal services available. Asking $74,000 MLS® QR21507174

SHARON ARMITAGE, Broker of Record 613-399-2134 quinteisle.com

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MAIN HOUSE & SIX COTTAGES Operating as Vagabond Cove Cottage Resort. Many recent updates to cottages and main house. 400+ ft. of pristine shoreline on Smith`s Bay. Regular clientele. Very well maintained, owner retiring! $889,000 MLS 550880327

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A TRUE WOW! Be the first to view this outstanding two bedroom, two bath home on a fantastic lot with lots of privacy. Indoor outdoor living abound with too many extras to list. You will enjoy the island custom kitchen by Luxor, slate and hardwood flooring flowing to a 3 season room. Truly the work has been done. $219,850.

MAKE AN OFFER Golf course location too good to build the ordinary. Enjoy this 1,385 square foot home with large windows, 40-year roof, hardwood floors, free-standing gas fireplace, beautifully landscaped, two bedrooms, den, two baths, eat-in kitchen, front porch and rear deck. Immediate possession. Offered at $337,500.

REDNERSVILLE ESTATE Stunning waterfront estate property minutes to Belleville.

MLS 550070330

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NEW PRICE Beautiful lot approx. 5.5 acres. Waterfront lot McKenzie Lane.

Smith`s Bay access. Area of nice homes Excellent garden soil. $179,000 550880282

RENTAL INCOME $18,000+ prebooked summer rental income is yours when you purchase this home, 374 Main St, Picton. MLS 550700008

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THIS HOUSE HAS IT ALL This house is amazing, well designed open concept bungalow minutes to Picton. $449,000 MLS 550560227

WATERFRONT BUNGALOW 1,900 square feet of comfortable livig with beech hardwood floors, custom kitchen with frosted glass pantry wall, cabinets of white ash and beech butcher block counter tops. The lakeside has large windows in the dining room and living rooms. The shoreline is gentle slope of limestone. The home sits back from the road, approached by a circular drive. $724,900.

NEW PRICE I CAN’T BELIEVE I HAVEN’T SOLD 3 year old Colorado on 10 acres, 5 minutes to Picton, must be seen. $349,000 MLS 550880433

ONE-OF-A-KIND Overlooking the Bay of Quinte, this home offers three bedrooms, three baths, three fireplaces, hardwood and ceramic floors, hot tub, sauna, potential in-law suite, all on five acres with 16’x16’ workshop, greenhouse, fantastic front and back decks, along with double garage and two wood sheds. Just listed at $419,900.

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This lovely chalet offers three levels of outdoor living, making it a great choice for a lakefront lot or any scenic location. On the main level,the great room opens up to the impressive wraparound sundeck. A fireplace and window seat create cozy ambiance on chilly evenings.Upstairs, the master suite takes up the whole floor with a huge bedroom, luxurious bathroom, large walk-in closet, and private balcony. Thelower level holds two more bedrooms (sharing a bath), a rec room, and a wet bar.

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NATURALIST PARADISE $615,000 Brick house on Big Island, featured in The Settler`s Dream, is situated in a prominent position overlooking a wide expanse of fields and marsh.

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GOLF GREEN ESTATES $529,000 Close to Picton Golf Club this 7.5 acre property can be divided into estate lots. Access to natural gas and municipal utilities. MLS®550710049

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EAST LAKE $1,999,000 12 acres with 800 feet of waterfront and 800 ft of road frontage. Custom designed bungalow with walk out basement. Solar energy.

MLS®550760164

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

MLS®550090274

2069 County Rd 9 - Bay of Quinte, Napanee $850,000

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CENTURY HOME IN PICTON $410,000 Circa 1890. Features lots of original character including tin ceilings, pine floors, wainscoting, high baseboards & wood trim. Quiet street and short walk to downtown. MLS®550610055

ENERGY EFFICIENT BUNGALOW $279,900 Centrally located - easy commute to Trenton and 401. Open concept- low maintenance - energy efficient. Detached garage.

MLS®550360254

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RENTAL INCOME $274,999 In the heart of the County this century home features 3 bedrooms/2 baths in main house & private 1 bedroom apartment. Great highway visibility for home based business. Natural gas heating. MLS®550480157

SHEBA'S ISLAND $89,000 Come to Prince Edward County and Sheba`s Island to buy the property on which to build your new home. Lots of trees for privacy.

Come and take a look! MLS®550510615

50 ACRES 25 Kings Rd Cherry Valley $1,100,000

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Elegant 6 BR Estate with full LL walk-out suite just minutes from Sandbanks

Custom Built Solid Stone 3 BR Bungalow with level waterfront just minutes from the 401

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RARE FIND - 13.5 Acres $396,000 Prime Ag on Perch Cove, Bay of Quinte w Custom Guildcrest Home Naturalist’s Paradise & Privacy

HUGE TRIPLE 2 Bay Garage $299,000 PLUS a Great 3 BR Bungalow with attached 2 car garage by Millennium Trail & all Picton’s amenities

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Almost new 3 bedroom bungalow with salt-water pool on 2 acres, 320 Mitchell's Crossroad, $319,900

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DREAM BUSINESS LOCATION 262 County Rd 8 South Edge of Picton $395,000 - 3BR Brick Bungalow & Commercial Building surrounded by Parkland

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Stuccoed stone and brick innovatively renovated home offering a soft soothing space in an 'art form' interior. Come and see for yourself!

Great value in this outstanding 4 bedroom 3 bath home with attached 2 car garage and large yard.

$259,900 MLS 550680080

$339,000 MLS 550630108

BLEND OF OLD AND NEW Spacious tradition home with modern upgrades in downtown Picton. $479,000 MLS 550730010

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

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38 Mitchells Crossroad

10 Washburn Street, Picton

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8 MINUTES FROM PICTON 2100 square foot, 13 year old home on secluded treed 3 acre lot. $459,000 MLS 550820111

SPACIOUS COUNTRY LIVING EXCELLENT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Very private location, 8 minutes to Picton. Two residential units plus a separate newly Move in ready with recent updates. renovated office/retail space. Explore the $262,000 MLS 550880074 possibilities! $239,900 MLS 550620128

NEWLY RENOVATED Large open living quarters, no steps, wheelchair friendly, natural pine accents. $249,000 MLS 550320086

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BUILDING LOT Rolling hills and a ravine.

Subject to severance. $279,900 MLS QR21507609

GREAT BUILDING LOT Close to the thriving town of Picton.

Subject to severance of lot. $89,900 MLS QR21507606

GREAT COUNTRY LOCATION Minutes from Picton and from the Sandbanks.

2+ bedroom house on 1.2 acres. $139,000 MLS 550830078

107 UNION ST. E. 72' X 125' lot.

Municipal services available. $89,000 MLS QR160942

2938 County Rd. 10 Milford

662 County Road 12

Custom Built

541 Flying Club Road REDUCED

HUGH JACKSON Broker 613-476-5026

Open House Saturday 1-3pm

ERIN FORESTELL Sales Rep 613-827-4456

Raised ranch bungalow, good well and water, walking distance to village of Milford. $279,000 MLS 550820156

LOTS OF OPPORTUNITY! Farm, business and family home all on one picturesque location. $789,900 MLS 550510195D

Farnsworth Construction works closely with our clients to build the home that best suits their lifestyle and budget. $289,900 MLS QR162828

STUNNING VIEW Overlooking the Trent Severn Waterway and rolling hills! 5 bedroom, 3 bath bungalow. $310,000 MLS 403560061

VACANT LAND FOR SALE

57 County Road 25

45 Elizabeth Street

12.5 acres on Black Road

Custom built brick bungalow on 1 acre country lot close to Picton. $319,900 MLS 550860056

Century stucco home with bright, spacious principal rooms and many original features. $449,500 MLS 550620105

Beautiful 12.5 acre lot with mature trees, dug & blasted well, a stream and 2 acres for building your dream home! $62,500 MLS 550370151

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This residential building lot is just over an acre on a pastoral road in the northern part of Prince Edward County. Only 8 minutes to Hwy 401, and easy access to Belleville and Napanee, what a wonderful place to build a new home. Foster is a well-maintained gravel road and there are a few lovely homes already in the area.

The lot itself is nicely treed and level, and sports a wire fence across the front already.

Overlooking a row of trees, you can have lots of privacy yet still only be 10 minutes to groceries, fuel, restaurants, live entertainment and both Prince Edward Collegiate Institute and Sophiasburgh schools. $26,900 MLS 550420384 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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Beautifully treed 2.98 acre building lot, offering privacy and a great level spot to build - steps to Lake-on-the-Mountain. Minutes to Picton and the Glenora Ferry. Peaceful and quiet Mountain Road. $95,000 MLS 550740176 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski*

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

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This in-town lot is set in the quaint community of Fawcettville, only a short walk to downtown, and near the hospital, Youth Park and fairgrounds. Level, with elevated parking, it`s partially fenced and offers a fair amount of privacy. Municipal services are at the lot and it`s an affordable opportunity to build a new home in a good location. There is a mobile home on the property being sold `as is` with no warranties or representations. Treat as vacant land. $59,000 MLS 550580031 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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Great opportunity to build your dream home with spectacular views! 4.8 picturesque acres close to Picton or Long Point beaches. Ideal for those who appreciate nature, wildlife and great birding! One-of-a-kind ... $119,000 MLS 550800122

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

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BUILD IN TOWN! Great opportunity to build a new home in Picton, close to all of the amenities of downtown. Walking distance to nearby shops and Macauley Mountain Conservation Area. $85,000 MLS 550680165 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski* www.homeinthecounty.com

This is an excellent waterfront lot on the south shore of East lake. Boasting an amazing view of the water, this level building lot shares a driveway with the adjacent lot. You can walk to Sandbanks Provincial Park and you are less than 15 minutes to Picton and all amenities. $125,000 MLS 550760422 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis* www.countyteam.com

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This is a level lot in the heart of the Village of Milford. With commercial zoning and residential uses available, this lot offers many opportunities. This lot is walking distance to the Millpond, Mt. Tabor Playhouse, dining, and only a few minutes to a garden centre and auto repair shop. This property is priced to sell! $32,000 MLS 550890107 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

Set in the quaint village of Bloomfield, this 1 1/2 storey home is walking distance to a bank, public school, restaurants and boutique shopping. ON the road to Sandbanks Provincial Park, this home could be upgraded to suit a fantastic seasonal rental.

Featuring three bedrooms up, a smaller living room and kitchen on the main floor, and a larger recreation room at the back of the home. The main floor 4pc bathroom has been fully renovated. A partially fenced rear yard includes an older garage which is perfect for storage. This home is easy to show. $129,900 MLS 550550080 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

132 acres of vacant land suitable for home site with lots of privacy includes meadows and woods. A real getaway property.

The east lot, no survey. $175,000 MLS 550830143 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

In the heart of Picton, walk to a myriad of cultural events, gourmet restaurants, shops, harbour and theatre. Picton`s upcoming condo development, `The Townhomes on King`, offers access to all of this while living in a lovely Art Deco style building. This 710 square foot unit offers one bedroom which is tucked away from the open concept kitchen/dining/living room. The 3-pc bath features a corner shower and a bright window.

A utility room has space for a stacking washer and dryer too! Your purchase includes access to 1100sqft of common room and exercise room in the adjacent condominium building. $221,000 MLS QR161441 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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

Outstanding value on the edge of Picton! Appealing side split offers gleaming oak hardwood floors, excellent principal rooms, a generous lower level family room, master bedroom with renovated 3-piece ensuite bath, plus three additional bedrooms and two additional full bathrooms. Large outdoor deck overlooking the spacious back yard and charming gazebo for summer dinner parties. Don’t forget the attached double-car garage, too! Great opportunity for a family or a couple. $299,000 MLS 550640093 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

Historic 1876 brick Victorian home in the heart of Milford - offering 6+bedrooms in a traditional centre hall plan, lovely double door foyer, craftsman mouldings and some original light fixtures - plus the Milford Emporium (original two-story `Frontier Style` General store) to run your own business! Zoning allows for retail, antique shop, small cafe or restaurant in the emporium plus the residence, which currently operates as a seasonal B&B. Lovely Perennial gardens. Some hard work and imagination will bring this Milford Beauty to life. $299,500 MLS 550890098 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault*

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

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Residential - A stunning mature treed waterfront lot of approximately 1.4 acres on beautiful Wellers Bay. An ideal new home site with a private setting mere minutes from Trenton and the 401. $198,500 MLS QR21506986 Peter Lynch*

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Betty Burns

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Mark Davis

Sales Representative

Darlene Eldridge Broker

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Charming 2 bedroom home in a most sought after Picton location, and walking distance to shops, restaurants, theatre and galleries. Generous sized living and dining room with hardwood floors and cozy gas fireplace as well as new accessible kitchen, making it perfect for entertaining! Comfortable family room/sunroom overlooks sizeable backyard with deck and lovely perennial gardens. Detached single garage with additional parking. This home just might be the one you were waiting for. $275,000 MLS 550600134 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski*

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

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Laurie Gruer

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Liz Jones

Sales Representative

Carey Lewandoski Sales Representative

Peter Lynch

Sales Representative

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Sales Representative

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89 acres (approx.) with frontage on County Road 8. Featuring one of the most breathtaking views of Lake Ontario and Amherst Island. South facing slope with a limestone base great for potential vineyard. Unique piece of property to build your dream home with a million dollar view. $279,000 MLS 550870291 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader* www.robandkate.com

If Mother Goose were moving, she’d come here! Utterly charming period house, (Circa 1840) on the Millpond in this enchanting hamlet. A large deck off the kitchen/family room lets you watch the swans glide over the pond – if you can see them through the lilacs! Three bedrooms, large mudroom entrance, rolling lot for the aspiring gardener. Fully furnished, too! And you’ll live happily ever after … $319,000 MLS 550820174 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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Sales Representative

Kate Vader

Sales Representative

Jim Wait

Sales Representative

Shannon Warr-Hunter Broker

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Rare and exciting opportunity! An ideal summer cottage, rental property or development parcel: your choice! Charming 3 bedroom seasonal cottage on a private road shared by 3 other homes. 90 feet of absolutely beautiful South Bay shoreline, incomparable views, and a storybook setting. Two decks, gazebo, and almost all furniture included. See listing agent for excluded furniture. $319,000 MLS 550890231 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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Great location, minutes to Picton with over 100 acres and a spacious 2 storey home.

The home has updated electrical and windows. Detached 6 car garage. Bathroom up and down, original staircase, newer kitchen and metal roof. Some land had small trees removed and was ploughed up a few years ago in preparation to grow. Lots of space to play! $324,800 MLS 550850143 Gail Forcht**& Carey Lewandoski*

Pride of ownership is evident in this meticulously maintained 3 bedroom side-split located on a quiet crescent. This house has kept up to date with many upgrades.

Fully finished rec room with cozy gas fireplace and additional 3 piece bath, attached garage, lovely perennial gardens, and private patio with sunscreen. Spacious yard with no homes directly behind and a lovely little parkette across the road. Within easy walking distance to Picton’s shops,restaurants, theatre and galleries, this home is move-in ready and delivers on all levels. $325,000 MLS 550560076 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski*

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

Set on 8 acre, this newer home is tucked into a cutaway in the trees. Main floor living with bright, spacious rooms. The massive family room is an excellent place to entertain friends and family, and could easily be converted into additional bedrooms or living areas as it suits you. Radiant in-floor heating, powered by propane, is efficient and warm. Tall ceilings and open concept kitchen/dining/living rooms contribute to the feelings of spaciousness and light. BBQ and relax on the 40 x 16 foot deck, conveniently placed right off the kitchen area. Take a stroll through your own private walking trails. 5 minutes to Picton, 15 minutes to Sandbanks Provincial Park. $349,000 MLS 550880371 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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Reinvent yourself here! Five-year old bungalow in one of Prince Edward County's most popular neighbourhoods, ideally sited to take full advantage of its private wooded lot from which you can catch glimpses of West Lake and the marsh. Beautiful master suite, second bedroom and den. Wonderful great room with gas fireplace gives access to full-width deck overlooking the well treed sloping lot. Minutes from Picton or from the beaches of Sandbanks! A rare opportunity! $359,900 MLS 550510699 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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Very elegant, magazine-quality Victorian just steps from Picton’s shops and services. High ceilings, exquisite trim and mouldings, huge family kitchen. Beautiful lot with creek running through it! Fourth bedroom or den on the main floor, too! $399,000 MLS 550650136 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* www.monicaklingenberg.com

Nestled in the core of Prince Edward County and within walking distance to all of Picton`s amenities, this exceptional condo unit has all the finishes and features you would ever need with 1,675 square feet of living space. Don’t miss out! $455,000 MLS 558090003 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

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

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

Meticulous Victorian on Picton’s prettiest street! Main floor features a living room with floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcase and a charming bay window providing a cozy reading corner, a dining room with oversized windows overlooking the classic front porch, and a family room overlooking the exceptionally private mature gardens with a walkout to the private side deck and pergola. A laundry room and half-bath complete the main level. Thoughtfully planned, the second level features two master suites, plus a den/office. Landscaped gardens, charming storage shed/outbuilding - this house has exquisite finishes, appealing dйcor, and excellent space. Come have a look! $429,000 MLS 550610176 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

Overlooking Adolphus Reach and across the road from Lake on the Mountain - this is the perfect place to be close to everything, yet in your own private oasis. Stone faced home with large 1.3+ acre fenced lot. This special property offers full wheelchair accessibility - 2 bedrooms, wide doorways, main level bathrooms, laundry, kitchen, office with French doors, Great room with wood burning fireplace,cathedral ceilings, and a spacious deck. This home was very well built.

Elevator to the lower level with large workshop area, utility room and garage bays for boats, equipment, etc - or finish part of the lower level for a rec room or man cave! Great double attached garage on both levels. Walk to the bistro and restaurant at Lake on the Mountain. Provincial park access to the lake for swimming, canoeing or kayaking. Only 8 minutes to Picton. 2 minutes from the Glenora Ferry. $448,000 MLS 550850395 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski*

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

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

Great downtown building with fabulous visible retail space plus income from 7 apartments. Off street parking for tenants. Double front windows for merchandising. Busy foot traffic on `The sunny side of the street`. Proven location for a successful retail business (25+ years). Apartments: 6 one-bedroom units, 1-two bedroom unit plus large retail storefront with full lower level. Tenants pay own utilities except water/sewer. Building has new roof and newer propane furnace for retail space. $565,000 MLS 550620004 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault*

PICTURE PERFECT IN PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY! This Immaculate home perched above Adolphus Reach has been rejuvenated with modern flare and care for the quality of the original architecture. Vibrant gardens, wrap around porch and fresh curb appeal are just the beginning. You’ll love the atmosphere as you explore the characters and hidden treasures of the home including a Den, Workshop/Studio, Sunroom and don’t forget the “Little House” too! This re-awaked century home is beyond compare. $569,000 MLS 550860199 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

This classic “Arts & Crafts” beauty in the heart of Picton’s best neighbourhood has not been available for many years – but this is your opportunity! Gracious centre-hall plan features exquisite wood trim, distinctive stained glass, and generous spaces.

Four bedrooms, library, and unforgettable reception rooms! Updated mechanicals and recent salt water plunge pool. Outstanding outbuildings for vehicles and hobbies! $659,000 MLS 55059009 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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

This 150 acre farm was a former canning days tomato farm, known for its fantastic soils and proximity to water. Newer blasted well with great water supply. On the property is an 8.3 acre established vineyard, planted in 2001, 2002 and is being leased/farmed by a renowned award winning local winery. This land has excellent moderating influence from nearby water bodies, which protects from frost when threatens further inland. Beautiful large barn in good repair with 200 amp hydro service. The workable cash crop acreage is currently leased to local farmer. Please contact listing agent for complete package of information. Asking $769,000 MLS 550240107 Lori Slik*

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Beautifully restored Century Home on one of the largest residential city lots in Picton.

Large principal rooms boasting 12 foot tin ceilings, gleaming hardwood in-laid floors, incredible wood detailing and pocket doors. 4 spacious bedrooms and family room/loft, updated kitchen with bamboo & granite. PLUS 1 bedroom suite with private access which can easily be reverted back for additional main floor space. Endless possibilities as a B&B, multi unit income or single family dwelling. $598,000 MLS 550560214 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski*

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Betty Burns

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Mark Davis

Sales Representative

Darlene Eldridge Broker

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Sales Representative

Carey Lewandoski Sales Representative

www.homeinthecounty.com

Peter Lynch

Sales Representative

Chris Kapches

LLB, President & CEO, Broker of Record

Rob Monica Sam Plomer Klingenberg Simone

Sales Representative

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Richard Stewart

LLB, LLM, Vice-President, Legal Counsel, Sales Representative

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www.robandkate.com

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Lori Slik

Sales Representative

Kate Vader

Sales Representative

Jim Wait

Sales Representative

Shannon Warr-Hunter Broker

43 Main Street, Picton ON K0K 2T0

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

A much-admired County landmark in the heart of Picton! This impeccably restored Colonial Revival classic is featured in `The Settler`s Dream` and other publications.

5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, exquisite period detail, two staircases and splendid entrance hall with fireplace, expansive verandahs and balconies and a recently-built carriage house. Unique opportunity! $896,000 MLS 550590004 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

A spectacular private estate property right on Lake Ontario! Three levels of fullyrenovated living space, large outdoor terraces and patios, beautiful spaces and finishes all situated in a grove of mature trees and on sprawling lawns. Lower level could be completely separate living quarters. Perfect for a multi-generational situation! $979,000 MLS 550960410 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

Outstanding live/work opportunity in Prince Edward County! Bustling marina with 31 slips, 8 moorings, clubhouse with 3 bathrooms, store and lounge area. 175` of shoreline in sheltered cove. 6-year old house has operated as a B&B. 4 bedroom suites, wonderful entertaining areas, state-of-the-art mechanicals. Also perfect as a great family retreat! $995,000 MLS QR163298 & QR163300 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

Spectacular stone executive on more than seven acres minutes from Belleville!

Total privacy plus expansive water views and just enough shoreline for a dock.

Sprawling lawns would be perfect for a pool! 4+1 bedrooms, family room, den, huge principal rooms and recreational spaces. Don’t miss this value! $999,000 MLS 550050101 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

PEACEFUL PERFECTION IN PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY - Spanning over 1200 feet of Waterfront on East Lake with 80 acres of privacy, this majestic three-bedroom retreat benefits from endless pastoral views, architecture reminiscent of the history in the region and an exceptionally tranquil setting. There’s only so much waterfront to be found in The County - Don’t miss out on this Stellar Opportunity! $1,175,000 MLS 550760088 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

Stunning Equestrian Estate Property on 173 acres with 15 acres of paddocks with 3&4 strand braided electric fencing, multiple run-in sheds and 85 X 180 outdoor sand arena. This 10 year old, energy efficient house is surrounded by rolling hills and boasts a great room with vistas of the pond, pastures & forest. Spacious master bedroom with ensuite & walk-in closet. Paved drive, attached triple car garage with the ultimate breezeway to the 2400 sq.ft. modern stable with hydro, 6 removable stalls, tack room and wash bay. Stable is a federally approved quarantine facility.

Separate barns for equipment and storage. Meticulously cared for property. Access to the Heritage Trail close by for many miles of riding. A horse lovers/nature lovers dream. Several severances possible, any of which would easily pay for an indoor arena! This farm is self sufficient for hay. 6,000 small sq bales last year so income there as well as future Xmas trees planted and existing mature hardwoods. $1,350,000 MLS 403370060 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski*

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

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Custom 'two homes in one!' on 36.5 acres featuring bright open-concept living, recessed lighting, tray ceilings, cathedral great room, propane fireplace with elegant maple floors throughout. Spectacular kitchen with maple custom cabinetry, fabulous island and quartz counters. Spa-like Master suite. Double garage with epoxy-sealed flooring & bonus lower level workshop. The 2-bed in-law suite has a gorgeous kitchen, in-floor heat and in-suite laundry. The walkout lower level with wood burning fireplace is great to create a rec/media room, or bar. This property would be perfect for horses or a hobby farm. See virtual tour at ShannonAndKen.com $898,000 MLS 403130255 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault*

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

Nestled among mature, stately maple trees, privacy abounds in this Prince Edward County property. Custom built home set on 5 1/2 acres with 360ft of waterfront. A 60 ft. dock and deep water will accommodate large boats, perfect for a boat ride to Picton. A retreat only 90 minutes to Toronto limit. $899,000 MLS 550430098 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis* www.countyteam.com

A stunning custom-built home on 24+ private acres on the shore of Lake Ontario!

This executive residence enjoys 200’ of pebble/sandy beach and takes advantage of its private setting. Open concept living spaces, chef’s kitchen, main floor master suite plus 3 additional second-level bedroom suites, and a separate family room/office area with its own staircase. Screened-in porch, hardwood floors, main level radiant in-floor heating, and several walk-outs to outdoor entertaining areas. Your ideal waterfront retreat in the County! $1,100,000. MLS 550800085 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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50 Belleville St, WELLINGTON $250,000 MLS 550320074

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

394 Main St, WELLINGTON $299,000 EXCLUSIVE

116 Richardson Rd - BUILDING LOT WITH DEEDED WATER ACCESS $88,000 MLS 550430129

Ideally located within walking distance of all town amenities this beautifully restored century home has a blend of old world charm and new modern conveniences. It`s warm, welcoming and comfortable.

Featuring a main floor master bedroom with ensuite and a large country kitchen. Three additional bedrooms upstairs as well as a rec room for guests completes the package - but wait there`s more. In addition to three bay garages, there is a separate in-law (B&B) apartment with private entry. 24 hours notice please. $679,000 MLS 550620103

MACAULEY VILLAGE - Great starter home or investment! 3 bedrooms, 4 & 2 pce. bath, open concept living/dining, patio doors to deck overlooking green space, natural gas heating & appliances included. $150,000 MLS 550740272

CENTRAL LOCATION - Move in ready! South-facing, spacious home offers over 2,500 sq. ft. Of tastefullyfinished living space on two levels. Commuting distance from Picton, Belleville or Trenton. $299,900 MLS 550360210

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

Low maintenance bungalow features 2 bedrooms, open concept eat-in kitchen/living areas with bright garden doors leading to large newer deck in fully fenced yard. Newer siding, roof, refinished hardwood flooring, good curbside appeal and outdoor living with perennial beds in front & pond in back. Own me for less than you`ll pay to rent. $174,500 MLS 550740299

4 Maitland St, PICTON $205,000 MLS 550730094

PICTON – Triplex with 1, 1 bedroom unit and 2, 2 bedrooms units, all occupied and situated on a large lot. Located on York St., 3 blocks from Downtown.

Call us for more details. $175,000 MLS QR21506396

BLOOMFIELD - Spacious 2-storey with 3rd storey loft ready to be finished for even more living space.

5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, main floor laundry, eat-in kitchen, living & dining room. $275,000 MLS QR21507536

This 864 sq.ft. cabin/hunting camp fronts year round on Highway 41 & backs onto thousands of acres of Crown land. A creek runs through the property. The cabin is fully insulated and features kitchen/living room area, 3 bedrooms & a large deck. Property makes an ideal recreational retreat. $79,000 MLS 574790001

Country bungalow in a great location! 10 minutes to Picton & Bloomfield, 15 minutes to Belleville. This bright interior offers 3 bedrooms, and calming views into the backyard from the kitchen & dining areas.

Enjoy a spacious deck, oversized 2 car attached garage and the lowered cost of living that a 1,200sq.ft. brick home can offer. Many upgrades and a fabulous well. $269,000 MLS 550480078

177 Brewers Rd - SOUTH MARYSBURGH $210,000 MLS 550800066

PICTON BAY

Christine Henden Broker

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ADOLPHUS REACH - 8.5 secluded acres with 1,300 ft. of shorefront. Picturesque setting with upscale 3season cottage and an ideal location for a new home (plans available). Conveniently situated 10 mins. From Picton and Hwy. 401. Call us for more details. MLS 550440070

Private waterfront property with 1 bed main cottage, guest cottage with bath, and another cabin ready for renovation. $389,000 MLS 550090263

Cty Rd 7 - 5 ACRE BUILDING LOT $89,500 MLS 550870079

DEEP WATER MOORING

PRIVATE but not isolated! Not visible from the road on two acres of woods & professionally landscaped grounds, 200 feet of shore, dock & stone seawall. Custom-built for current owners, designed for main floor living with upper and lower levels for family or guests. Stunning views from all rooms. Close to Picton for shopping, restaurants, theatre & churches. Convenient for travel to Kingston via the Glenora Ferry. $985,000 MLS 550720076

Sandy beach, endless water views and privacy are what you will find at this wonderful property with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. With 295 ft. of a fine sand beach you will have plenty of room for family and guests. The water is clean and inviting. Only 15 minutes from Picton. Come see what you`re missing!. $645,000 MLS 550880331

Set on a knoll, this solid 3 bedroom home with hardwood flooring, recent roof and upgraded windows throughout. A 2-double door garage makes for a great workshop. All of this, 5 minutes from Picton set on 1 acre corner lot overlooking East Lake. A wonderful setting for a young family or someone needing a large workshop/garage. $215,000 MLS 550820104

RE/12 ✦ THURSDAY, JUNE 16, 2016

The Picton Gazette Quinte Real Estate Ltd. Brokerage

Christine and Colin Henden would like to congratulate Chris and Ana Macridis on their retirement as Owners of the Sportsman Motel after 30 years.

Enjoy your new home and time to travel!

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How to make relocation go smoothly People relocate for various reasons.

Many relocate for professional opportunities, while others relocate to pursue their educations. And while some may relocate to enjoy a lower cost of living, others may find themselves relocating to satisfy their sense of adventure.

Regardless of why a person is relocating, doing so without preparing for the move can make the transition that much more difficult. According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, roughly 19 percent of the 35.9 million people one year and over who moved between 2012 and 2013 did so for a job-related reason. Relocating to a new city for a job is different than moving from one home to another within the same community. Relocating to a new city can be a life-changing event that requires planning and maybe even a little luck to make it work.

• Examine your finances. Moving is expensive, and it can be even more expensive when moving to an entirely new city.

If you are moving to pursue career opportunities but don’t yet have a job offer in hand, examine your finances and work out a worst-case scenario in the event that your job hunt takes longer than you hoped for. Unless you have a benefactor who can help you pay your bills and avoid debt while you look for a job, make sure you have several months’ worth of living expenses saved up before moving.

• Research the job market. Certain cities have more opportunities for people in certain fields than others, so make sure the city you plan to relocate to is a place where you will have ample opportunities

in your chosen line of work. Otherwise you might find yourself settling for a career you don’t like or relocating again to a job market more accommodating to someone in your field.

• Research the real estate market. Before hitting the road and heading for your new home, research the real estate market in that area. Try to find out the average rental price via online forums or even online newspaper classified sections. Find out if people tend to live with roommates or go it alone in the city you’re relocating to. If you are moving to a city where you know very few people or no one at all, consider becoming someone’s roommate. The right roommate can provide an instant social network and help you learn the ropes of your adopted home. If you plan to live alone and rent, recognize that many landlords will require a guarantor before renting to tenants with no income.

• Don’t be shy. Unless you are moving to a place where you already have a builtin social network, you should expect to encounter some loneliness upon arriving in your new location. Resolve to make the most of all your new home has to offer by joining a social organization, connecting with your university’s alumni group or volunteering with local charities. If you have a job lined up, sign up for company-sponsored outings or teams.

Relocating to a new city can produce mixed feelings of anxiety and excitement. Planning ahead and doing some homework can help you as you transition to your new home.

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