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THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013

Doctors preparing to leave county

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Forster, Lett say hospital changes inspired move

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It appears the potential for deeper cuts at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) will cost the county two physicians later this year.

Last week, Dr. Lisa Forster and Dr. Darren Lett wrote a letter to their patients stating their intentions to close their practice at the Picton Clinic and move out of the municipality.

Forster confirmed the couple decided to seek other opportunities in the wake of continued cost-cutting measures at the hospital, though she refused to pinpoint any one decision.

"It was a series of cuts over the last eight years," she said.

"We came in 2005 and the hospital has changed quite a bit since. It wasn't any one thing, it was a combination of things that made the future uncertain at this time. We decided it was time to look around and we've considered lots of different possibilities."

One of those reasons was likely the discussion the Quinte Healthcare Corporation (QHC) has been having about removing obstetrics and maternity from the hospital as Forster said delivering babies was one of her favourite aspects of her profession.

"It's definitely near and dear to my heart," she said.

"It's an enjoyable part of my practice. QHC hasn't said it is closing for sure, but I feel pessimistic about its continuation at this time."

Forster said she receives a real thrill walking down the street seeing babies that she has delivered and she added Lett, QHC's head of emergency services also had some critical cases he's been involved with over the years that will have stayed with him. Those are some of the reasons the couple hoped they could remain in Prince Edward County.

See DOCTORS, page 12

say cheese! Joseph Spinonsa tests an offering from one of several Quebec cheese makers that took part in this weekend’s Great Canadian Cheese Festival at the Crystal Palace and Prince Edward Curling Club in Picton. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

Fine foods lead to fantastic festival Thousands visit national cheese show in Picton Jason Parks

Staff writer

Fine cheese, fine wine, fine food and fine weather-Prince Edward County had it all this weekend.

The third annual Great Canadian Cheese Festival played before a capacity crowd and thousands let their gastric cravings lead the way to the Prince Edward Community Centre.

Cheese was obviously the main driver at this hit festival that just keeps growing and growing but in addition to fine dairy delights from all coast to coast, there was fine foods, wines both local and regional as well as decadent deserts.

Over 125 exhibitors took up space in the Curling Club, Crystal Palace and tented areas in between.

Among them was Seed to Sausage founder Micheal Mackenzie.

Mackenzie founded his high end cured meats business based in Sharbot Lake two years ago and already

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tasty choices Debbie Levy of the Dairy Farmers of Canada conducts a presentation on various cheeses at the Great Canadian Cheese Festival. Besides sampling, the event offered seminars and tutored tastings catered to cheese lovers of all backgrounds. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

has clientele list that includes the House of Commons, the National Arts Centre and the Drake Hotel in Toronto.

When not handing out a sample of Seed to Sausage's signature jalapeno cheese curd smoked sausage in the Crystal Palace, MacKenzie told the Gazette the Great Canadian Cheese Festival was high on the list of close to 100 events and trade shows the company partici-

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“This is one of our favourite events of the year.

What's interesting is that there's a great cross section where you have regular consumers checking out your samples but you also have a lot of people who own their own business retail or restaurants making contact,” MacKenzie said.

See CHEESE, page 35

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While an announcement last week looks to give municipalities a greater say in large-scale wind and solar projects, local municipal officials say the changes leave something to be desired.

Ontario Minister of Energy Bob Chiarelli announced last Thursday during the Canadian Solar Industries Association’s Solar Ontario conference in Niagara Falls that the current feed-in tariff (FIT) process for large renewable energy projects would be replaced with a new competitive procurement process which would give municipalities more control. The announcement came after Premier Kathleen Wynne committed to focusing the placement of the projects in communities that are “willing hosts.”

A memo from Chiarelli to Prince Edward County Mayor Peter Mertens says the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) and the Ontario Power Authority (OPA) have been tasked with developing a new regional planning process to improve the siting, planning, and building of large energy infrastructure. A report with a joint implementation plan is expected back by Aug. 1.

The new competitive process replacing the FIT program will apply to projects greater than 500 kilowatts.

“In developing this procurement process, the OPA will be required to engage with municipalities to identify appropriate technical siting requirements and locations for future large renewable energy projects,” the memo says.

“Competitive procurements tailored to meet the needs of communities to ensure that renewable energy developers work directly with municipalities before contracts are awarded.”

Additionally, the memo says, municipalities can expect more tax revenue from projects.

“We will work with municipalities to determine the right property tax rate increase for wind turbine towers,” the memo says.

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The Picton Gazette THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013

Some 5,000 county residents receive chance to be heard on council structure Responding residents will have a chance to participate as part of 24-person citizen’s assembly selected from random Chad Ibbotson

Staff writer

The selection process for the citizens' assembly which will discuss the size of council issue began this week.

municipal governance.

Residents were invited to respond for a chance to participate in the 24-member citizen's assembly, with those 24 being randomly selected from a pool of respondents. The packages include information about the citizen's assembly and a ballot that will give them a shot at becoming a member.

Queen's University professor Dr. Jonathan Rose will lead the team which will carry out the public

Packages sent to 5,000 Prince Edward County residents began to arrive on June 4. Those residents will have a chance to participate in a process which could shape the future of local

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consultation. Rose said it's a unique chance to participate.

“This kind of opportunity does not come along very often,” Rose said in a release from the municipality. “If you fill in and return your ballot, you have a chance to change, quite literally, the shape of your local government.”

The selected members of the assembly will received a crash course in municipal representation and gover-

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nance structures and will consider the question: How many municipal councillors should represent the citizens of Prince Edward County?

The members will meet for a total of three Saturdays in July and August and will make a final recommendation to council.

Mayor Peter Mertens said the issue has been persistent for several years.

“Questions about the appropriate size of County

Council have been circulating for a few years now,” he said in the release. “It is time we resolved those questions and I cannot imagine a better way to do that than directly involving the people whose votes put us in office.”

If residents have any questions they can contact the assembly co-ordinator at 1-800-921-2776, or visit the assembly web page at www.pecounty.on.ca/asse mbly.

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The municipality will be delving into its bar and canteen operations, exploring the options of contracting out concession functions, and getting out of the bar and catering business.

Committee of the whole voted last week to have staff come back with a report to a future meeting which will explore those options. The motion calls for a look at revenue and expenditures for the past year and “leaving bar and catering to the private sector.”

The motion came at the request of councillor Alec Lunn, who has stated several times he doesn't believe the municipality should be in the bar and catering business.

A notice of motion from Lunn, originally posted at

the May 16 committee-ofthe-whole meeting, says an examination of the operation “would identify the options available for the municipality to get out of the bar and catering business, not typically a core municipal function.”

“The recommended motion would examine the benefits of allowing renters of Community Centres and the Crystal Palace to run their own bar and retain bar profits which would have the advantage of increasing rentals, assisting community groups with fundraising opportunities, assisting local wineries, restaurants and catering businesses and relieving pressure on staff,” the notice says.

The motion passed last week did not include a timeline for when the report will come back to councillors.

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The Picton Gazette THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013

White Chapel service harkens back to temperance Kellough recalls tales of Youmans campaigning for dry town JasonParks

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Pioneer County author and storyteller Janet Kellough points to an 1880’s political cartoon featuring temperance crusader Letitia Youmans’ caricature during a presnetation Sunday at the White Chapel (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

wielding, dried up, wholelotta-no-fun women, and I was sure that this autobiography would be full of stern sermons on the evils of demon rum. And they are certainly there – but for me the picture that emerged from Letitia Youmans' story was that of an incredibly intelligent woman with a great deal of self-deprecating humour, who was determined to right a social wrong,� Kellough said.

Youmans' early life was spent near her birthplace of Baltimore, and after graduation, she became a teacher, first at the Ladies School of Cobourg and later the Picton Ladies Academy.

Youmans expected to be a school teacher the rest of her

days but at the age of 23 she received a proposal “And it wasn’t exactly a romantic one.

Arthur Youmans, a farmer with property south of Picton was looking for someone to replace his dead wife – he had eight children, some of them almost as old as Letitia, some of them still quite small – and he needed a woman who would be prepared to take them on. Letitia said yes and the two were married in 1850,� Kellough explained.

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Over 50 dedicated citizens took part in the annual White Chapel service this past weekend at the historic church just east of Picton.

This year marks the 204th anniversary of the beginning of construction of the chapel in 1809.

Completed in 1811, the White Chapel was built as a meeting house of the Methodist Episcopal Church and was the earliest of its kind in Upper Canada.

Also known was the Old or Conger Chapel (in honour of Stephen Conger who was uncle to S.M. Conger, a Picton Gazette publisher and editor in the 1850s), the church is now fostered under the wing of Picton United Church and a dedicated committee of volunteers that keep this piece of Prince Edward County history alive.

In addition to a standard church service officiated by Reverend Hal Wilson, another piece of Prince Edward County history was offered Sunday.

County storyteller and author Janet Kellough presented an highly entertaining talk on founder of the Canadian Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christian Temperance Union, Letitia Creighton Youmans.

Youmans, for those that don't know, was nationally prominent during the latter half of the 19th Century for promoting the temperance movement during a time when women were rarely seen and never heard from when matters of politics and policy were discussed.

Kellough used Youmans autobiography Campaign Echoes to paint her life in Picton as an early family rights crusader that was short on looks but long in several other surprising ways. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I approached (Campaign Echoes) with a great deal of trepidation. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very popular today to depict the WCTU as a horde of grim-faced axe-

and moved away, the couple moved to Picton, where Letitia taught Sabbath School at the Methodist Church and also founded a local â&#x20AC;&#x153;Band of Hopeâ&#x20AC;?, which was a group of children dedicated to the idea of Temperance. She also started a Temperance group for young folks, who wanted their own meeting which wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be â&#x20AC;&#x153;so pokey as the old folksâ&#x20AC;?.

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Carnrike Road to Link road â&#x20AC;&#x201D; back to a two-way.

Councillor Dianne O'Brien supported both changes. She said the scenic drive along the road should be shared by all. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a motion of council that it be made a one way pending a traffic study. The traffic study gave us six options and never did say make it one way,â&#x20AC;? she said at Thursday's meeting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Council chose to leave it one way, which I didn't support then and I don't support now. I will never support it.â&#x20AC;?

O'Brien said she owns a home on Lakeside Drive and is very familiar with the traffic situation along the road. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I can tell you, at no time do I ever feel I'm at risk or in jeopardy either from myself or from an oncoming car or any traffic whatsoever,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If I lived on Lakeside Drive and I had that view of that part of the water, I would want the traffic stopped too.â&#x20AC;?

Councillor Janice Maynard said the one-way section isn't working. She said even a traffic study conducted in 2009 found that many people go the wrong way down that section of Lakeside Drive. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It's such an anomaly there,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;â&#x20AC;Ś It worked well for 200 years.

The safety issue I think is in people travelling the wrong way on that one-way section.â&#x20AC;?

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along the road said speed, traffic volume, and the narrowness of the road presented a safety issue. A bylaw was adopted to designate Lakeside Drive from Carnrike Road to Link Road as one way eastbound. Following a staff report and a traffic analysis conducted in 2009

by Richie Traffic Services, council voted to reduce the posted speed limit to 40 km/h from Cty. Rd. 33 to Carnrike Rd. In 2011 council adopted a motion to explore reverting the road to its previous speed and two-way designation. In May of this year the Consecon and Area Ratepayers' Association (CARA) gathered 138 signatures on a petition to change the road back to 60 km/h and to a two-way.

CARA president Bill McMahon said the petition was placed both at the Consecon post office and Consecon Library. Additionally, he said it was also taken doorto-door to 90 residences on Lakeside Drive between Cty. Rd. 33 and Melville Road with 58 in favour of raising the speed limit while 11 were a definite no, and 19 were unavailable. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It boggles the mind how one letter, a phantom speed reduction study, and one resident speaking before the committee of the whole can cause such decision-making which impinges on the lives of 80 per cent of the total households which use Lakeside Drive on a daily basis,â&#x20AC;?

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Lakeside Drive resident Ted Cullin said the road is safe to drive at 60 km/h. He said he regularly drove the road at 60 km/h despite the posted 40 km/h speed limit and very rarely approached slower a vehicle travelling in the same direction. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am far from the only driver ignoring the 40 km/h posted speed,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I see no reason why the posted speed on Lakeside Drive should not be 60 km/h, you can drive quite safely at that speed.â&#x20AC;?

However, there were many residents in attendance who were vocal in their disagreement and chided remarks that the road is safe for two-way traffic.

Among them was resident Herb McSpadden who proclaimed that councillors would â&#x20AC;&#x153;all be liable if an accident happens,â&#x20AC;? when the motion was passed. McSpadden was among those who advocated for the changes in 2008. He said he was disappointed to have to come back to defend them. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you guys can't get the police to enforce anything up there, it doesn't matter what number you put there. Sixty is fine, that's what it used to be. People are going to be doing 80 or 90 (km/h) anyway without enforcement,â&#x20AC;? he said at the meeting.

He said residents wanted the section Carnrike to Link section of the road changed to one-way to protect families. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Even though it's a one way, last year four fourwheelers came down there the wrong way and didn't stop at the end and I almost clobbered two of them,â&#x20AC;?

McSpadden said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had a young lad come down the road the wrong way, didn't stop at the intersection, and took out a telephone pole last summer. This is what we were seeing when we first did this.â&#x20AC;?

McSpadden said even municipal staff were recommending that the portion be left as a one-way road.

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“Every town in the Province of Canada was knee-deep in taverns, and liquor was available at grocery stores as well. You could send a small child to buy booze for you.

There was nothing to prevent a man from spending his entire wages on liquor, and there was little his wife could do but put up with it – and there were none of the social safety nets that we currently have in place. A man could get drunk and beat his wife and children, he could leave them with no money for food, he could fail to provide so much as a roof over their heads. That was his right and that’s often what he did.

Drunkenness in Canada was a problem that makes the current difficulties with illicit drugs look like a walk in the park,” she said.

Youmans and her band of Temperance Workers started small, approaching Picton town council with a petition to grant no more shop licenses – which would limit the availability of liquor. They canvassed the community, collected names and in a tremendously audacious move – decided to carry the petition to council themselves.

Picton council was aware of what they were doing – and decided to meet on the sly two nights before the regular meeting, when the topic of liquor licenses would normally be addressed. The women rushed around and got themselves to the meeting hall, where their petition was laid on the table by the janitor. Fortunately, council member and Gazette editor S.M. Conger, read it and laid it before council so that it could actually be discussed.

“This didn’t go over so well, and in an attempt to embarrass the delegation, the mayor insisted that someone needed to advocate for it. He

said, ‘Ladies, have you selected any gentleman to speak on your behalf,” and then, in a move that he was sure would derail the whole enterprise, he said, “or will one of your number address the council?’ – and can’t you hear the sneer in his voice?”

Kellough asked.

The move from the Mayor might have worked if the group had shrunk like violets under the intense pressure of the all-male town council.

“The idea of a woman actually standing up and speaking in public was unheard of. Letitia decided she wasn’t going to let him get away with it. The hall erupted when she spoke, the word spread about what she had done, and new life was breathed into the cause of Temperance,” Kellough said.

Youmans would continue to beat the temperance drum across North America and the world.

She eventually was named president of the Canadian Women’s Christian Temperance Union and her caricature can be found in an 1880s political cartoon that features Sir John A. MacDonald, Edward Blake and Alexander Mackenzie.

Youmans is the only woman depicted.

“I came away from this book with a tremendous admiration for this woman – she tackled a problem headon, with fierce determination, at a time when women were not part of the political landscape and were expected to shut up and stay home.

But she knew she was right and just wouldn’t let it be. She became a proponent of women’s rights, although in that odd, Victorian perspective she preferred to call it ‘family rights’ – but she bucked the old boys network in a way that helped open a path for the rights of women,” Kellough concluded.

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The Picton Gazette THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013

PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY

Looking back in the

Picton Gazette 80 years ago — 1933

■ The Picton Collegiate managed to reduce the cost of teaching by 17 per cent effective September 1933, saving the county $3,700 annually. Included in that savings is a reduction in the overall teaching staff by one person, from 11 to 10. The first-year class work was rearranged to help make the changes possible.

■ Prince Edward County produced some 109, 799 acres of field crops in 1932 at a value of $1,188,953. The yield averaged 10.83 bushels per acre, which lagged behind the provincial average yield of 12 bushels per acre.

■ The first conventions for the Women’s Aid Societies in Prince Edward and Hastings Counties were to be held in Belleville. More than 100 delegates and more than 300 visitors were expected to attend the convention. The women were to sing, hear delegates reports, and welcome guests from the Lennox and Addington chapter for a presentation.

■ An Ontario government supply ship, The Grenville, dropped coal and other supplies off in Picton for area lighthouses.

60 years ago — 1953

■ More than 1,500 people filled the Picton United Church for a service marking Queen Elizabeth’s coronation to the throne. The simple service featured music, prayers, scripture readings, portions of the coronation service and blessing and concluded with a stirring three choirs of God Save The Queen.

■ The subsidiary of a $2-million motor car company was interested in locating near Picton, according to Mayor H.J. McFarland and town clerk F.L. Ward.

Once the Bethlehem Steel Company created shipping facilities and a rail line by the High Shore Road it was suspected many industries would consider building facilities in the town.

■ The Picton Kinsmen Club showed its skill in producing a good bulletin for its members, placing second in an Ontariowide competition behind Alexandria.

40 years ago — 1973

■After two straight years of rain messing with their plans, the Royal Canadian Air Force Association was trying to host a major North American fly-in of antique airplanes at Mountain View June 22-24.

Some of the planes expected at the show dated back as far as the First World War. ■ Provincial NDP party leader Stephen Lewis offered a letter of congratulations and a silver pin to Ann Farwell, the local riding association president on her efforts to enlist 48 of the 70 members of the riding association within a five-year period.

20 years ago — 1993

■ Hundreds of county residents turned out at PECI for a public meeting regarding the Hospital Services Rationalization Study being completed by the Hastings and Prince Edward District Health Council. They repeatedly stressed their wish that no change be made to cause further service reductions or staff layoffs at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital. The study intended to identify overlapping services at the four hospitals within the two counties.

■ The Pinecrest and North Marysburgh public schools received funding to help design and implement regular peer tutoring programs within their schools.

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Learning to live with wildlife

A six week Backyard Naturalization course that I have been teaching for several years devotes one entire session on attracting wildlife to our backyards. It is, after all, a prime reason why we naturalize our properties, in the hope that we will eventually start attracting some wildlife to our backyards to complete the setting.

We also cover what methods of dissuasion to consider when our efforts become too much of a good thing. In other words, managing those critters that respond a bit too enthusiastically to our wellmeaning efforts to attract. We learn about the four basic requirements of wildlife habitat – water, food, shelter and space.

It soon becomes crystal clear that live trapping, or more lethal means, simply do not work for the simple reason that wildlife is dynamic, and never sedentary; it is always moving around and seeking out real estate that is not yet occupied by another member of its species. It’s the law of nature. Try trapping squirrels and see how far you get. They just keep acomin’ !

It simply does not work, and never has.

Since our bumbling efforts at animal control have never worked, instead we need to operate within their system by simply removing one or more of those four components that serve to attract wildlife – either food or water, or living space or shelter (where they nest and raise young). Remove any one or more of those components, and you begin to achieve success. It is something I learned back in Grade 5 from a teacher who was well ahead of her time, and I have to

wonder why the concept seems to be known by only a few – likely all former students!

It seems unbelievable, but there are still property owners living in the dark ages that employ the use of poisons to achieve what they perceive to be success. This not only puts unintended targets, like cats and dogs and scavengers at risk, but fails to achieve its purported goal. Needless to say, using poisons like antifreeze constitutes cruelty to animals.

It’s a slow, incredibly painful death. Following ingestion the symptoms of poisoning follow a three step progression starting with intoxication and vomiting, before causing metabolic acidosis, cardiovascular dysfunction, and finally acute kidney failure. The major cause of toxicity is not so much the ethylene glycol itself but its metabolites, these being glycolic acid and oxalic acid.

If a so-called “nuisance animal” is removed, another of its kind will soon move in.

I am always reminded of the Belleville resident who brusquely asked city council

when they were going to do something about the raccoons and skunks in his community as they were getting into his curbside garbage bags at night! The poor fool was quite unable to see beyond his stupidity, and continued to leave his garbage out at night where roving nocturnal creatures could enjoy a feast.

The resident expected some other segment of society to take care of a problem that he created himself. Meanwhile he was transporting trapped animals to someone else’s property almost daily while he blithely continued to attract them! And we are the intelligent creature!

There always has been a perception that wildlife is the enemy and it must all be eliminated. This is fueled by old wives’ tales about fishers pounding down cabin doors, raccoons smashing through solid walls, bats seeking out the long hair of women, and porcupines shooting quills with the accuracy of frontiersman Davy Crockett and his legendary rifle, Old Betsy.

Kill a toad as it will give you warts, also snakes because they are slimy, and kill any raccoon seen out in the daylight hours as it will surely be carrying rabies. We are a very gullible species if we believe such drivel.

The secret to animal control is working within their system to dissuade any socalled unwanted animals.

Nothing in backyards need to be shot, or poisoned with antifreeze, or tortured as some enjoy doing, wringing their hands in ecstasy. The concept has worked well for us at our home for almost 40 years and we continue to enjoy a manageable population of wildlife that includes

squirrels, raccoons, skunks, cottontail rabbits and one lonely chipmunk, all of whom have created no issues in our backyard.

For us, they are entertainment, and the reason they cause no problems is something called responsibility, a word that is no longer as fashionable as it was in earlier times.

Responsible by ensuring cavities are sealed to prevent raccoons from nesting, garbage is placed at the roadside in the morning after nocturnal animals have retired, feeders are designed to thwart the efforts of squirrels, small holes are covered to prevent starlings from nesting and barbecue areas are kept clean to prevent visits from coyotes.

Responsibility is an abominable word that causes some of us to tremble with fear, but it does work. We still have the occasional raccoon, skunk, fisher and coyote pass by, but only in numbers that we feel are acceptable. We enjoy their presence, and we know when the time comes to step up our control methods by manipulating those four elements that attract them. It’s wildlife management that actually works, and has worked for millennia for those who choose to listen. And you don’t need to buy a jug of antifreeze, or feed them dark chocolate or pine oil to get results.

visibility presented safety issues.

“I see no reason to change that decision. The same concerns are still there today,” he said at the meeting.

He said the speed limit change was a made to reflect the width of the travelled portion of

the road as well as the severity and proximity of a drop off toward Consecon Lake.

“Even if there is a 50-foot road allowance width, the travelled portion of the road and that near-sheer drop off to the lake are reasons to be concerned,” he said. “There is no

protection along there that would allow staff to say you should travel faster. You should travel slower because any error, there is no opportunity for recovery through that section.”

The motion will still have to be approved by council at their June 11 meeting.

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EDITORIALS The Picton Gazette

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THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013

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‘We declared that we are not a willing host community (for industrial wind turbines). They're the ones that introduced that concept of not a willing host, but this latest announcement is quiet on that.’

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County stakeholders have active role to play in recruitment

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Pickin’ and a Grinin’ Sam Marshall and Jim Hayward of Jim Hayward and Willowridge perform at the annual Quinte’s Isle Bluegrass Celebration at Quinte’s Isle Campark this weekend. The four day event featured bluegrass bands from all over Ontario. (Photo By Jason Parks)

DOCTOR shortages are a problem that has faced rural Ontario for several years. In 2008, the Ontario College of Family Physicians learned that as many as 10 per cent of rural residents reported they did not have a regular family doctor.

Subsequently, a different study reported in 2010 by the Canadian Journal of Rural Medicine reported that one in every seven rural doctors pulled suggested they planned to pull up stakes and leave their community within two years.

Fortunately, here in Prince Edward County, we have largely been able to fly in the face of those trends for several years as the Prince Edward Family Health Team has been able to proudly state that it meets all the demand it receives to connect potential patients with family doctors.

There are likely a number of factors the county has been able to rely upon for that chosen position namely a forward-thinking well connected Family Health Team, proximity to a major medical education hub at Queen’s University, the documented sense of place effect with beaches, good food and wine, and scenery all around, and a hospital where physicians could practice many facets of care.

Perhaps, that hospital’s close connections to larger hospitals in the area offering more services and connectivity also was a selling feature for some.

This week, amid ongoing talks about budget cutbacks at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital, there has been a scare in the notion that this county will remain in a positive because two well-qualified young doctors have decided to walk away due to the changes happening at the hospital, coupled with the notion that other doctors may feel the same way and the real threat of retirements looming in the foreseeable future.

To be fair, Prince Edward County doesn’t have full control of the hospital situation as it is managed by the Quinte Healthcare Corporation, nor does the municipality or corporation have much input into the funding model the Ontario government chooses to champion to manage its facilities. That said, the county will very likely be left in the position where it has to recruit its own physicians and ensure that base is covered for residents moving forward.

In that respect, we are fortunate the Prince Edward Family Health Team has worked so hard to build connections within the community and to strategize for a potential new hospital that will fit into the province’s goals. Luckily, this group of physicians will be at the table to fight to ensure innovative ideas like the co-location of clinics and hospital departments are implemented and the community-based health care campus model remains a solution. Many of the team concepts they already have in place will also serve to attract doctors as rural communities fight one another to keep hospitals alive. Otherwise, county stakeholders will have to look at local strengths, identify incentives, and ensure doctors take notice. It’s nothing this community hasn’t done before.

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The Picton Gazette THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013

Access the library on Record number of Kids of Steel take to course your phone — there’s 261 Triathletes compete hard in attempt to reach an app for that

Should you need books, DVDs or information about the library while away from a branch or your computer, you can access all of these right from your smart phone.

BookMyne, by SirsiDynix, is a mobile application that brings convenient, social-savvy library functions into your everyday life.

It provides mobile access to in-demand library information, including what’s in the collection and other library services such as renewing books and reserving materials.

The free app can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Android Market and is compatible with Android, iPhone and iPod Touch devices.

The most convenient way get the app is simply to go to your device’s app store and search for BookMyne. Then download the app, choose the County of Prince Edward Library & Archives and you’re on your way.

Should you require further assistance, call the library to set up an appointment with Amanda or Whitney and they will be able to help you. They can be reached at 613-476-5962 or by e-mail at: computerhelp@peclibrary.org. Plans are also to hold an information session in July.

On the subject of technology, the next time you visit the library website after June 7, you will notice an improvement when you link to search, request or renew materials. By clicking on the large blue “Find” bar on the website as is usual to obtain materials, you will be directed to our new Enterprise screen.

The transition to the new screen will be seamless and you will find that it is more user friendly than its predecessor. The terminology is clearer and the interaction more like using Google, an experience which most computer users are familiar with.

With the prevalence of increased need for online accessibility to library services, the library is also considering ease of access to the actual materials.

To this end, we are interested in knowing if the ability to pick up and drop off books and DVDs in locations other than library branches would be desirable.

We welcome ideas of how and where this might be done, including locations that would be convenient.

Please contact Barbara

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Sweet by e-mail at: bsweet@peclibrary.org or call 613-476-5962 with your comments or suggestions.

The library continues to provide computer and related tech training. On Friday, June 7 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, drop in for an information session on Choosing an Internet provider for your home or business. From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., on the same day, another information session will be held covering Choosing a PC or tablet computer. Both sessions are at the Picton branch, downstairs.

One week later on June 14, attend the Ancestry.com information session and learn how to research your family roots with this most popular genealogy software.

This online resource is available at the library for free.

The info session is at the Picton branch from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact Whitney to register at 613-476-5962 or email: wlee@peclibrary.org This Saturday, drop by the library for a very special event when street performance chalk artist Jo Lalonde bring the sidewalks outside of the Picton branch to life with her remarkable talent.

The artist will also be holding an informal talk on street art and her experience as a street artist inside at 1 p.m.

Al welcome and the event is free.

Lastly, a special thanks to everyone who came to see the award-winning documentary Revolution on Monday, June 3. Over 700 students attended the daytime screenings and almost 200 attended the evening show. The library was pleased to be able to offer this film to the community in partnership with the Regent Theatre.

IN THE RACE

Women from Prince Edward County and beyond took part in the third annual Wellington Women’s Half Marathon road race. Over 700 runners took part in the half and half a half marathon events (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

A record number of youth from Prince Edward County and all other parts of the province were in Picton Sunday swimming, biking and running their way to fun.

The seventh annual Kids of Steel series triathlon based at the Prince Edward Fitness and Aquatic Centre (and surrounding area) played host to 261 dedicated triathletes aged 6 to 17.

The number of participants was a new registration record for the event which ran smoothly according to race co-ordinator Stephanie Roth. She added clear skies helped the process.

“It was a little muddy after rain the night before and the triathletes were covered in mud but they persevered and they're kids so they don't mind as much,” Roth said. “One slip on the bike but she recovered quickly and was no worse for the wear.”

While the event had a good number of athletes, organizers were scrambling to find volunteers until the last minute.

Thanks to a story in last

triathlete’s triumph Madison Sloan, winner of the female aged 16-17 in the County Kids of Steel completes the bicycle portion of the race . (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

week's Gazette about the need for race marshals and a number of parents that filled in, the volunteer issue was not a factor on race day.

“Thankfully about 130 people stepped up including parents who arrived that day, so that all worked ok,” Roth added.

■ In the 6-7 (Swim 25m, Bike 1.5 km, Run 500m) category, Tessa O'Neil was the overall winner, posting a time of 9:02.

Ethan Travis was the male winner of the division with a time of 10:28.

■ Christopher Kerstens was

the top male in the 8-9 (Swim 50m, Bike 4k , Run 1km) section, completing the course in 17:54.

Nadiya Linde-Elmhirst was first of 29 female entrants with a mark of 18:12.

■ Isaiah Knightley turned in a time of 24:10 to win the 1011 (Swim 100m, Bike 6km, Run 1.5km) group.

Paige Robinson was the best female of the day amongst the 10 and 11 year old girls with a time of 25:49.

■ The overall winner in the 12-13 (Swim 200m, Bike 8 km, Run 2 Km) grouping was Brayden Scholey with a

time of 29:46 while Teagan Shapansky was the top female in that category with a mark of 31:40.

■ In the 14-15 (Swim 300m, Bike 10 Km, Run 3 Km) section, Shakil Jiwa was the top male performer with a time of 38:28.

The fastest 14-15 female was Talia Pappalardo with a time of 41:24.

■ In the oldest age group of 16 and 17 year-olds (Swim 300m, Bike 10 Km, Run 3 Km), John Butler completed the course in 37:14 while Madison Sloan finished with a time of 42:52.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Government must save our rural hospitals

I received a letter from my family doctor dated May 29, 2013 stating that both she and her husband will be closing their practices in Picton "due to the recent changes at the hospital," and moving their young family away.

When I retired here nine years ago, both my wife and I were without any family doctor, for the first time in our lives. We were really happy when our current doctor moved to the area, providing us the level of care we needed. During this same time period, along with many other citizens, we have spent a lot of time, work and money in supporting our local hospital.

Since 2003, the Liberal government has at different times assured our community that our hospital and the much needed services it provides are secure. At that time, there was enough promise in what the government policies were that attracted new doctors to our area.

Now sadly, and for reason that still do not make any sense, our hospital is losing many of it's services and personnel — forcing people to seek care in Belleville. Just to put this into some kind of comparison for Premier Kathleen Wynne, this would be the equivalent of people living in Oshawa having to seek

hospital care in Scarborough! There are many areas within Prince Edward County that are over an hour away from Belleville General. In cases of emergency care being needed, this distance and time is life threatening.

If Wynne’s government won't support rural hospitals, how can it expect to attract doctors to rural areas?

I'm not sure how many people are affected by my doctor's decision, but I would also be interested in knowing just how many more doctors in Prince Edward County plan to move away because of cuts to our local hospital?

The decision by Wynne’s

government of not supporting our hospital, nor providing the services the people here need, will eventually impact negatively on our local economy. Our community has a growing number of senior citizens what are we to do without proper medical care - all of us move to Belleville?

Ms. Premier, I am asking that you look into this situation and to stop the mistake that is taking place here. Were are a community of 25,000 — we need our hospital to be a hospital — not a first aid station! I look forward to your response.

Dennis Fox Sophiasburgh

Recruitment of doctors may prove difficult in future

Fallout from the Quinte Healthcare Corporation (QHC)s disproportionate cuts at PECMH has begun.

After careful consideration Dr. Lisa Forster and Dr. Darren Lett will be closing their practice in Picton as of Aug. 28, 2013.

They have decided to leave Prince Edward County due to recent changes at the hospital.They are trying to find a replacement and will be working closely with the Prince Edward Family Health Team over the next couple of months to facilitate a plan for transition or coverage.

Letters were sent out to their patients last week. I do not fault them for making their decision.They have spent many years in medical schools learning their skills

and of course they wish to keep them up. Dr.Forster presently delivers babies and Dr.Lett is a highly skilled emergency room physician and is presently head of the emergency department at PECMH. They also share a family practice.

As you know QHC has indicated that they are considering closing maternity and the endoscopy program in the operating Room at PECMH. If these cuts take place over the next year PECMH will be left with 12 beds, an emergency department and a radiology department. That’s not a very attractive scenario for any physician that is thinking of starting a practice in Prince Edward County.

Recruitment of new doctors may prove very difficult

in the future. I understand that in a few years, two more doctors may be leaving the county as a result of QHC's severe cuts to our local hospital. PECMH will eventually be losing 40 per cent of their beds as opposed to Belleville where 5% of their beds will be lost. You should all be aware that in the next 5 -10 years approximately five doctors will be retiring.I suspect that some physcians will also be leaving Trenton as a result of service cuts .

Dr Forster recently sent me an email that I would like to share with you.I think that her thoughts will give you some insight into why as residents of Prince Edward County we should never give up the fight to retain services and in fact add services

to our wonderful little local hospital. Dr.Forster says "We are saddened by the series of cuts that have happened at QHC over the last 8 years.The current practice enviroment is much different from what we came to in 2005 and the future situation is very uncertain.We have felt included in the community and have worked hard here to care for our patients.We know that County residents support their hospital and care providers and we wish you strength to continue the fight for sevices here."Thank you Lisa and Darren. Hopefully your words will give many of us strength to continue the fight for the "jewel in the crown" -PECMH. Fran Renoy Picton

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The Picton Gazette THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013

Questions from county gardeners

We recently had our annual Master Gardener’s plant sale.

It was as huge success.

Thanks so much to our wonderful Prince Edward County gardeners who came by and bought plants from our gardens, shared stories and asked questions.

We are also on site at Canadian Tire garden centre on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. this month where we spend lots of time talking with gardeners. Here are some of the questions that we have recently fielded that we thought could be of interest to our readers.

Question: Last year my euonymus had scale. We went to a garden centre in Belleville who recommended that we spray with something (don’t remember what it was) so we did. We sprayed three or four times but it didn’t do any good and the plant died. Now, this year, we have another euonymus that is looking the same way and we don’t know what to do. Can you recommend something?

Answer: Euonymus is very susceptible to scale and scale is very difficult to remove from this plant particularly.

Scale is an insect. This insect covers itself with a very waxy coating which is hard to penetrate and that is why it can continue to eat away at the plant. You can scrape scale away but that is an arduous process and you are bound to miss a lot of it, especially on a plant like euony-

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mus with lots of leaves. The use of dormant oil is necessary but it must be applied in late winter or very early spring.

It is too late now to apply dormant oil. When applying the oil, it is important to cover all of the foliage including the very lowest foliage which is often the part that doesn’t get covered with the oil.

For now, given that it is too late to spray with dormant oil, the best choice is to cut off affected foliage and destroy it. Do not compost infected foliage; bag it or burn it. Mark your calendar for early next March to give your euonymus a good covering with dormant oil spray.

Question: I planted hostas last year and all of them are dark green. That makes a very dark spot in a shady area that needs some light.

What plants can I add that will lighten the area?

Answer: Astilbe is a very good addition to a dark shady garden. Astilbe comes in a variety of colours including pinks, reds and white.

There is a lovely Brunnera that is variegated and available at some garden centres including Canadian Tire that would add a lovely light to the area. Heuchera (coral bells) comes in a wide range of colours now including very limey greens and golds which can lighten up a shady spot. Of course, you could also put in additional hostas that are variegated. Lamium is a variegated ground cover.

Be aware that while lamium is a wonderful addition to a woody garden, it can be invasive.

Question: I am looking for a plant that I have and want more of it but I don’t know what it is.

I’ve transplanted it several times when we have moved and always left some behind for the new owners.

It has a yellow flower with an almost black centre, a very dark green leaf. It’s about three feet tall and it’s not a black eyed Susan.

Answer: Bring us a cutting or send a photo (including a close up of the leaf) to askamastergardener@xplornet.com.

If you have gardening questions, you can send them to askamastergardener@xplornet.com or you could come by Canadian Tire on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in June.

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WHATTAM’S COMMUNITY CALENDAR The Community Calendar is donated as a public service to our community by The Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main St., West, Picton (613-476-2450)

SPACE IS AVAILABLE TO all non-profit groups or organizations that serve 'The County' ONLY. Calendar items can be faxed 476-3031, email whattamfh@sympatico.ca or placed in drop box at the side door of the Funeral Home by Saturday at noon.

WHATTAM'S is proud to present....'Free Family Movie Day' at the Regent Theatre the last Sunday of each month 2pm.

NEW TO PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY call Sharon at WELCOME WAGON today to receive a WELCOME WAGON GIFT PACKAGE! Phone 475-5994. www.welcomewagon.ca It’s absolutely free!

ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY OF PEC is sponsoring “The Eva Monroe Memorial Tournament – Fore! The Memories” on August 22 at Wellington on the Lake Gof Course. Entrance fee $75/person includes an afternoon of friendship, nine holes of golf, cart, dinner & prizes! Additional info call Alzheimer’s Society of PEC 4762085.

PICTON FOOD BANK in need canned fruit/veggies/cereals/kraft dinner/ cookies/ juice crystals/ peanut butter/tuna. Donations to the newly established Pet Food Bank also appreciated.

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

ROTARY CASH CALENDAR WINNERS – Week 20- S.Stevenson, C.Moran, C.McLeod, G.Ceh, G.Boyd.

CHERRY VALLEY YOGA – One hour drop-in Gentle Yoga Classes $5. Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm, Thursdays 9:30-10:30am Athol Community Hall 1679 Cty Rd. 10. www.atholreccentre.com.

CHERRY VALLEY GAMES NIGHT – First & third Fridays of the month, casual friendly games night 7:30-10:30pm. Board games, cards, ping pong & more, but just for adults. Snacks/refreshments welcome. Athol Community Hall 1679 Cty Rd 10.

ST. ANDREW’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WELLINGTON – The What- Not Shop - Hours are Tues 10-12, Thurs 2-4pm & Saturdays 10-12 noon. Selling clothes, shoes, bedding & household items.

WEDNESDAY MORNING FRIENDSHIP GROUP – Meets every Wed morning. Albury Church, Rednersville Rd. Quilts for Sale. Proceeds to local charities for women.

ARTS ON MAIN GALLERY – New Show “The Heart of the County” with 20 leading artists in the County plus 7 guest artists. Runs to Aug 12. Info 476-5665.

BETHANY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH – Sky Vacation Bible School July 15-19 from 08:45am – 12noon. Children age 4-12 are invited to attend. Pre-register or info contact Jenn 399-3792.

JUNE 1-8 – WEEK LONG COUNTY NOSTALGIA SCAVENGER HUNT – 1st Prize $500.

Cash! Teams of 4 entry fee $80. Early bird registration $75. Items list available at all County Library branches as of June 1. Judging June 8, 2-4pm Picton Curling Club. Prizes plus entertainment by the Frere Brothers. Proceeds to PEC Field Naturalists, Campaign to Save Ostrander Point. Info Sandra 393-5577 JUNE 6/7/8 – UNLOCK YOUR DESTINY ISABEL ALLUM – Prophetic Painter & Couple coming to First Baptist Church, 46 King St. Picton.

Thursday at 7pm, Friday & Saturday 2 & 7pm. All welcome. Info Marilyn 399-1999.

JUNE 7 – WELLINGTON LEGION GREEK NIGHT – Pork Souvlaki, Potatoes, Salads, Dessert, tea/coffee. Serving 5-7pm. $13.95.

JUNE 7 – OPEN FLOOR – Open readings at Wellington Public Library. Writers bring poetry or prose to read in the welcoming circle. Audience welcome. Info call Roz 393-5046.

JUNE 7 – MAKING MOMENTS MATTER – Theme for Date Night Challenge at Emmanuel Baptist Church 6:30pm. Drs. Greg & Erin Smalley will be speaking via video. Admission $5/person at the door. Refreshments, desserts & doorprizes. For those requiring babysitting contact Sarah 399-2081.

JUNE 8 – PEC HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY - Presents the County Garden Show at the Crystal Palace, Picton Fairgrounds. Large judged flower show, Victorian Tea, over 30 vendors & Paul Zammitt speaking on Container Gardening. Info pechorticultural.org.

JUNE 8 – GREEN TRUST MUSIC FESTIVAL – At the Crystal Palace 7-11pm. An evening of music to help Green Trust beautify The County.

Kids entertain from 7-8pm & adults from 8-11pm.

Bucket draw & door prize. Tickets $5 each at the door.

JUNE 8 – YOGATHON – Wellington Community Centre 9am hosted by 3 certified yoga teachers, members of PEC Music Festival as a benefit for the Fall School’s Concert $10/person. Bring your mat & stretch for a good cause.

JUNE 8 – MILKWEED EXPLORING CREATIVITY – Workshop for adults at the Bloomfield Creativity Centre 10am – 4pm. Info call 471-1392.

JUNE 10 – BLOOD DONOR CLINIC – Picton Arena 2pm – 8pm.

JUNE 10 – AL-ANON- Meets Mon(s) 7:30pm

Gilead Fellowship Church. Affected by someone’s drinking? 1-866-951-3711.

JUNE 11 – AL-ANON (adults) & ALATEEN (teens) – Affected by someone’s drinking? 1-866951-3711. Meets Tues(s) 8pm Gilead Fellowship Church.

JUNE 11 – AL-ANON 37th GROUP ANNIV – 8pm Gilead Fellowship Church, 2 Downes Ave. Picton. Family & Friends of Alcoholics welcomed.

JUNE 12 – SOPHIASBURG OVER 60 LUNCH & MEETING – Demorestville Friendship Church Hall at noon. No dishes needed. $10/person. Call Peggy 476-3755 by Monday prior.

JUNE 12 – ALBURY CEMETERY BOARD – Annual General Meeting 2:30pm Rednersville/Albury Church, 2681 Cty Rd 3.

Everyone encouraged to attend & new members welcome. Info contact Steve 966-7756.

JUNE 13 – QUARTER MOON COFFEE HOUSE – Great Live Open Stage Music, Bloomfield Town Hall, 7:30 pm sharp. Amateurs of all ages welcome. Free admission, donations accepted at the door.

JUNE 13 – AL-ANON – Meets Thurs(s) 10:30am St. Mary Magdalene Church. 1-866-951-3711 Affected by someone’s drinking?

JUNE 14/15/16 – PE CURLING CLUB – 49th Antique Show & Sale Fri 4-8pm/Sat 10am5pm/Sun 11am-4pm. Admission $4.

JUNE 15 – SONRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY YARD SALE – Rain or Shine at Sonrise, 58 Johnson St, Picton. 8am – 2pm. All proceeds will go to the school.

JUNE 15 – CMC 088 2nd ANNUAL MOTORCYCLE POKER RUN – Starts at Heritage Hall 8am. Breakfast $8/pp. Registration 9am & kickstands up at 10am. Prizes for the top hands (depending on donations received). Cost is $20/driver, $10 passenger. Info 476-2463.

JUNE 16 – MARINERS PARK MUSEUM – Presents Rum Runners Talk & film by Bill Hunt 1pm – 3pm. Rum running in PEC & view the film about Ben Kerr, King of Lake Ontario Rum Runners who disappeared mysteriously February 1929. $6pp includes refreshments. Reservations call 4768392.

JUNE 16 – WELLINGTON ELKS – “Father’s Day Breakfast” Allisonville Hall. Serving 8amnoon. Everyone welcome. Donations accepted.

JUNE 16 – PEC FIREFIGHTER’S ASSOCIATION DISTRICT 6 – “Father’s Day Beef BBQ” with all the fixings includes dessert & beverages.

Serving 4 – 7pm, Hillier Town Hall. Adults $12, Children 6 – 12 years old $6, Children under 5 free.

Support your local firefighter’s.

JUNE 19 – QEMA’S MUSIC NIGHT – 7pm at Wellington Town Hall with John Wayne & Friends: Wayne Hall, John Devries, Barb Bamber, Terry Spilchen, Ilene Hall & Cliff Heart. Free admission but donations appreciated for children’s summer programming at The Victoria Schoolhouse. Another night of great entertainment.

JUNE 19 – NOON LUNCHEON AT PICTON UNITED CHURCH – A fundraiser for Hospice PE, sponsored by the Mission & Stewardship Committee & UCW. Serving salads, rolls, beverage & strawberry shortcake. Charitable receipts available for free will donation of $20 & over. Reservations preferred , call Phyllis 476-7203 or Shirley 4763703.

JUNE 21 – SONRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY – BBQ & Strawberry Social 5:30pm at Sonrise, 58 Johnson St., Picton. Bring a lawn chair & enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, fresh strawberries & fellowship.

A free will donation will be accepted for the BBQ. JUNE 22 – NEW LIFE GIRLS HOME – 6th Annual Run Walk Bike. Half Marathon Start time 9:15am. 5km/10km Run Walk Bike & 30km Bike Start time 9:30am. Race day registration 8-8:30am.

For information, incl pledge sheets & to pre-register call Charmaine 394-3341 or Jeanette 905-8520535.

JUNE 22/23 – QUINTE FLYWHEELS – 35th Annual Antique & Historical Show at the Ameliasburgh Community Grounds. Set up day Fri June 21.

Info call Doug 399-2033 or Frank 476-4503.

JUNE 23 – CONCERT IN THE PARK – Grandpa’s Goodtime Gang, 6 – 8:30pm North Marysburgh Community Centre 2699 Cty Rd 8 Waupoos.

Rain or Shine! Bring your lawnchair! Canteen open.

JUNE 25 – ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – Of The Hub Child & Family Centre (formerly PE Child Care Services) Reception 5:30-6:30pm, meeting 6:30pm. Presentation of Annual Report & Audit, Election of Officers & By-Law Amendments. $5 annual membership fee available for voting privileges. Info & RSVP call 476-8142.

JUNE 26 – MUSIC FOR A SUMMER AFTERNOON – 1:30pm at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene with renowned Ottawa pianist Stephane Lemelin playing Beethoven’s last Sonatas. Admission $10. All welcome.

JUNE 27 – QUARTER MOON COFFEE HOUSE – Great Live Open Stage Music, Bloomfield Town Hall, 7:30 pm sharp. Amateurs of all ages welcome. Free admission, donations accepted at the door.

JUNE 28 – THIRSTY EAR OPEN STAGE – Cherry Valley United Church, 1699 Cty Rd 10.

From 7 – 9:30pm. All welcome. Questions call 4766747.

JUNE 28 – WELLINGTON 150th MUSICAL GALA – Highline Hall 7pm. Tickets $10 on sale at

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The Picton Gazette

THURSDAY,

County products claim six medals as part of Great Canadian Wine Match contest The Great Canadian Wine match is now over and Prince Edward County has made a big splash! Wine writer Natale Maclean spearheaded the voting on her website in categories such as best wine for beef, chicken, pizza, fish, cheese and dessert (www.GreatCanadianWineMatch.com). There were over 400 wines entered from every wine region in Canada and the county as a whole took top honours with the most wines from any region ending up winners!

I entered wines from the following county wineries: Huff Estates, Keint-He, Harwood Estates, Norman Hardie, , Casa Dea and Black Prince Winery. This week's article show all of the winners and will showcase the description I used with the county wines.

In the pizza category the gold went to Norman Hardie County Unfiltered Pinot noir

Sippin’ in the county

JOE HACHE (Prince Edward County).

The nose showcases sour red cherry with hints of raspberry, cherry, rhubarb and cranberry. The palate is full of ripe red berry fruit with a hint of spice and a perfect

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balance of acidity and tannins. Hardie makes incredible pizza in a wood-fired oven on site, using vegetables grown alongside his grape vines! Silver in the pizza category went to Smoke & Gamble Reserve Cabernet Merlot — (Port Dover, Ontario) and bronze went to Laughing Stock Vineyards Syrah - (Okanagan, British Columbia) In the beef category gold went to Luckett Vineyards Phone Box Red (Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia) while bronze went to Smoke & Gamble Reserve Cabernet Merlot (Port Dover, Ontario). silver went to Black Prince Winery Cabernet franc (Prince Edward County).

Both the trees for the oak barrels and the grapes for the wine grow side by side in the county and the wine was aged for 18 months in county oak.

Peppery aromas with

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mouth-filling berry fruit and hints of tobacco, soft tannins and an enticing chocolaty finish make it a perfect match for a pepper beef dish.

In the cheese category Gold went to Quails' Gate Estate Winery Optima Totally Botrytis Affected (Okanagan, British Columbia) and bronze went to Thirty Bench Wine Makers Riesling (Niagara, Ontario). Silver went to Harwood Estates Winery Marquesa (Prince Edward County, Ontario). This is a port-styled fortified wine made from the Marquette grape. It has aromas of raisins, cassis, spiced honey and black cherries with a velvety smooth finish. This wine was just incredible with some local 9-year-old cheddar and would also go well with other aged or blue cheeses.

In the seafood category Gold went to Domaine De Grand Pré L'Acadie Blanc,

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Vintner's Reserve (Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia) and Bronze went to Recline Ridge-Shuswap Serenade (Okanagan, British Columbia). Silver went to Keint-He Chardonnay (Prince Edward County). This wine is fresh on the palate and mediumbodied, with creamy notes and a great finish. Although the chardonnay is unoaked, it's also made with 10 per cent pinot meunier that was oaked. The result is the traditional buttery flavor of chardonnay without the overpowering oak to pair incredibly well with lobster in melted butter (this according to my partner and sommelier Delores!)

In the dessert category gold went to Sumac Ridge Estate Winery (Okanagan, British Columbia) and Bronze went to Jost Vineyards Vidal Icewine (Malagash, Nova Scotia). Silver went to Huff Estates Winery Zero De Gris (Prince Edward County). The nose has aromas of apricot, fig and candied lemon peel with marmalade and baked apple notes on the palate. There is a beautiful balance of acidity and sweetness that lingers on the finish. Pair it with pineapple & macadamia nut tart or a chilled compote of peach, nectarine or apricot with crème frâiche.

In the chicken category gold went to Le Clos Jordanne Le Grand Clos Chardonnay (Niagara, Ontario) and silver went to Gray Monk Ehrenfelser (Okanagan, British Columbia). Bronze went to Casa Dea Pinot gris reserve (Prince Edward County).

This wine has fresh spring flowers and citrus notes on the nose. It's lively with crisp

mouth-watering acidity, with a dry, light body. This would pair beautifully with roasted chicken as the herbal components of the chicken would balance the acidity of the wine to make an awesome match! Voting was fierce in the final hours and the county succumbed to massive voting from other wine areas in Canada and finished with one first- lace gold winner after leading in five of six categories early in the finals voting.

The county can be proud to be the only wine region in Canada to have a wine in each of the six final categories and actually getting top-three honours in all categories. We finished with one gold, four silver and one bronze! Quite a feat for the county and I look forward to finding six more county wines to enter in the competition for next year.

Recommendations are welcome!

-Joe Hache maintains an independent guide to local wineries at www.princeedwardcountywineries.com.

Join him in the Gazette for a tour of county wineries.

The Courage to be Colourful Community Art Show

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Arts council offers salute to long-time chair Kent while presenting annual awards PECI drama prodigy Kuipers, TD Canada Trust also recognized AdAm BrAmBurger

Staff writer

The Prince Edward County Arts Council (PECAC) did more than just recognize a volunteer of the year at last Thursday’s annual meeting, they saluted their leader of the past six years.

The organization offered its gratitude to Judy Kent, who turned over the chair of the organization to Susan Barclay that night after six years at the helm.

On behalf of her peers, Barclay led a celebration of her predecessors many accomplishments as chair.

“As chair of the arts council, she has demonstrated that she's always the collaborator and mentor who encouraged us all to become innovators and visionaries,” Barclay said of Kent. “She has moved PECAC from periphery to centre of our cultural community.”

As chair, the painter and photographer encouraged her fellow artists to take part in strategic planning and become more vocal advocates for the arts.

Kent worked on building partnerships, including securing a grant from the Ontario Arts Council to help the organization sustain itself and negotiating memorandums of understanding to keep PECAC’s signature events — Art in the County, Clic, the Prince Edward County Jazz Festival and Music festivals, the studio tour, Maker’s Hand under the same umbrella.

It was Kent who lobbied hard to get the studio tour on board and she was also instrumental in starting the Clic Eastern Ontario Photo Show three years ago. An avid writer, Kent also helped spearhead the Written Word committee, responsible for The County Reads.

“Judy knew how to persuade good people to join our team,” said Barclay. “ She aspired many and accomplished much.”

Receiving her award prior to a special ceremony to give her advice on continuing on as a muse for artists, Kent said it had really been a pleasure to serve PECAC

vAlued visionAry Incoming Prince Edward County Arts Council chair Sue Barclay, left, presents a volunteer award to outgoing chair Judy Kent following her six years of leadership. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

and she indicated she would remain available to the organization.

Earlier that night, Kent said she felt she’d pass on the organization in good shape.

“As I retire as chair, I pass on a strong organization with a solid foundation and credibility within our community,” she said. “Today’s arts council is the result of so many individuals, groups, and ideas.”

Kent said she particularly enjoyed the group of people she was able to work with over her time as chair.

Also, Thursday, the arts council made two other presentations — one, the winner of an annual student arts

scholarship, the other the recognition for business of the year.

The scholarship winner was Samantha Kuipers, a PECI student who has shown a knack for dramatic arts since her time at AtholSouth Marysburgh, where she starred in two plays.

At PECI, Kuipers was instrumental in forming an improv team and competing at the Canada Improv Games. She’s had a leading role in the school’s last two productions, The Paper Bag Princess, last year, and The Bet, a one-act play she wrote this year. Kuipers also helped backstage for the County Theatre Group’s A Christmas

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Carol. Kuipers will head to Queen’s University to study dramatic arts this fall.

Meanwhile, the business recognition award was presented to TD Canada Trust, primarily for its sponsorship of the jazz festival and the last four years of its education series with high school bands.

“I think of all the things the jazz festival will have achieved over the years, the work with young people will turn out to be the most important,” said creative director Brian Barlow.

With the help of TD, the education program has become an intense three-day package of clinics, workshops, and performances unique in North America.

While Barlow said not all the students return as jazz musicians, the program fosters a life-long appreciation for the arts among them.

He also praised TD for its support of a summer music series the festival has started featuring post-secondary jazz musicians in concert.

“It puts them in a professional environment where they are compensated for their work,” Barlow said. “It is these musicians who often develop careers in jazz.”

Branch manager Cynthia Stringer accepted the award on behalf of TD Canada Trust and she indicated the bank wished to continue building

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community loses a doctor, particularly ones with specialized expertise like Forster or Lett, it feels a loss. He said, however, he wasn't aware of any other doctors ready to move.

"Nobody else has said anything that I'm aware of," he indicated.

Asked if she felt other colleagues were feeling the same way as she did, Forster declined comment, stating that "I don't think we can speak for our colleagues."

Forster said she has faith in the PEFHT as an organization that will continue working with passion to improve health care locally.

She added she encourages the people of Prince Edward County to keep up their fight to keep services at the local hospital.

Qunite Healthcare Corporation president and chief executive officer Mary Clare Egberts said she agrees major changes have taken place, both at PECMH and indeed most Ontario hospitals over the past eight years and she said she doesn’t expect that trend to cease in the future.

“One thing that’s certain is they are going to change more in the future,” she said.

“The changes that are occurring are part of a transformation that will no longer have hospitals in the centre of focus in the health-care system. Care provided in the community will play a much larger part.”

Egberts said that all over Ontario, primary care outside hospitals will become an increasingly large factor with fewer services provided in hospitals.

She did say that many rural hospitals have decided

to discontinue maternity services and with fewer than 40 births a year taking place at PECMH, there is a question of whether skills can be maintained to provide safe births 24 hours a day and seven days a year there.

With respect to Lett and Forster, Egberts said she is disappointed to hear they are moving on.

“They are two very well respected doctors by their colleagues, patients, and administration,” she said, adding Lett fulfilled an amazing leadership role in the emergency departments across the corporation.

With respect to replacing family practitioners, Egberts said that is a matter the PEFHT will deal with, but she said QHC will be pleased to support recruitment efforts in any way it can. She said she still believes PECMH is an attractive facility for recruits to practice.

“I still think we have an excellent hospital and that if a family physician chooses to do both hospital care and private practice, Prince Edward County will remain a preferred destination,” she said.

“It has a great academic program and a constant stream of residents are moving through there.”

Egberts concluded that while she is quite disappointed the hospital and the region is losing two wellqualified physicians, it isn’t unusual for medical professionals to leave hospitals or practices for a variety of reasons regardless of the climate. She said in most instances, both professional and other life decisions play a role in any decision to relocate.

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"Definitely, we're leaving with mixed emotions," said Forster. "We've enjoyed our time here, we felt very welcome and we worked hard while establishing relationships with our patients. We will definitely miss that."

When asked whether practicing a full scope of medical services attracted her to the county, Forster said "Absolutely," and added she believes many physicians look for similar elements.

The Prince Edward Family Health Team (PEFHT) is working with Forster and Lett to help make the transition as seamless as possible for their former patients.

Their clinical partner Dr. Amber Hayward-Stewart will take on some of their patients on an interim basis and there will be a search to try to bring new practitioners to the area. Forster said patients will be taken care of.

"Nobody will be left without a provider, nobody should be worried," she said.

PEFHT vice-president Dr. John French said that while a reduction in the availability of physicians would inevitably provide challenges to service, he said

some doctors in the county have recently been taking new patients and he expects the PEFHT can pick up the slack. He stressed however, the preference is to recruit a doctor who wants to locate in Picton.

Though French acknowledged the hospital climate played a role in the decision, he declined comment about whether the financial crunch and Forster and Lett's departure might make that recruitment more difficult than anticipated.

"It's always tough to recruit new physicians.

They're in short supply," he said, adding "I haven't taken part in the recruitment process, so I can't say whether (proposed cutbacks) have made a difference."

French indicated the PEFHT continues to talk with QHC about the status of the hospital and it keeps advocating for the facility to provide a full range of services.

"We're always talking to QHC about how things are going. The hospital is still there, the emergency room is still there. It's a functioning hospital and our position is that we hope to keep it that way."

French said any time a

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The Police Services Board 2012 Review is now online and provides an overview of police activity, policing costs, and major factors that affect policing in our community. This document may help you in forming your opinions and can be viewed on the homepage of the County’s municipal website at www.pecounty.on.ca.

Please submit your comments in writing to the undersigned no later than Friday, June 14, 2013.

For further information, contact: Robert Quaiff, Chair, Police Services Board rquaiff@pecounty.on.ca OR Karen Kirby, Mayor’s Office, kkirby@pecounty.on.ca 332 Main Street, Picton, ON K0K 2T0, Tel: 613.476.2148 x 242, Fax: 613.471.5727 www.pecounty.on.ca

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wELL EStABLIShED REtIREMENt hOME Be your own boss and own a spot of paradise. Wonderful retirement home zoned for 9 residents plus owners quarters. Sits on a mature 2+ acre of land. 12 bedrooms, 13 baths, 5 propane fireplaces, many with sunrooms attached. Beautiful park-like yard and surroundings. Many new upgrades. Zoning permits several uses. Adjoining 50 acres (approx.) currently to be severed and is also for sale. $399,000 MLS 2133389 KEVIN GALE, Sales Rep cell 613-476-1874 h.

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Custom built home for the current owners, built with fine quality and design. Featured in Canadian Homes and Cottages magazine, exposed in the Toronto Star Homes section. Sits on 2.66 acres with natural shore line, perennial gardens and spectacular views of the Bay. Designed to capture all possible natural light, open concept, vaulted ceilings and waterside wall of windows. No detail overlooked, 4 car garage, cultured stone fireplace, Brazilian cherry hardwood, in floor heating, main floor study, sunny conservatory and over 3500 square feet of finished living space. Easy access to Belleville, Trenton, Picton and 401, ideally positioned for the executive market and buyers seeking the finest in quality. $1,100,000 MLS 2131441

Call LORI SLIK, Sales Rep 613-471-1708 www.chestnutpark.com

Beautiful 1500 square foot modular home constructed by Northland (Meadowbrook model). Located in residential sector on 80` x 80` lot with forest on one side. Home has lots of oak and mahogany with double sided fireplace. 12 x 20 four season room with fireplace and heat pump can be used for extra bedroom. This addition faces 12 x 20` deck. $349 fee common includes; taxes, water, sewage, ploughing, garbage and security. Location within Quinte Isle is 442 Green Ash Crt. $244,900 MLS 2127572 LANthORN REAL EStAtE LtD., BROKERAGE* *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

Call VINCE MARtEL, Sales Rep 613-476-2100

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wAtER ROAD This spacious 3 bedroom sidesplit is gorgeous with extensive renovations, including new kitchen with patio doors to deck, gleaming hardwood floors and fireplace, renovated bath with ceramic tile and double vanities. Plus a new office/den on the lower level. This house shows beautifully and is on a quiet country road in Sophiasburgh on a lovely one acre lot. Plus a huge 2 car detached garage, 220 amp for a welder - handyman`s dream! Plus new room in 2011, soffits in 2012, and eavestrough and a new oil furnace in 2013! Economical heat with a woodstove. This house is perfect for a young family in a great school district and close to Hwy 49 and 401 access. $259,900 MLS 2133844

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ChERRY VALLEY Gorgeous treed lot with a lovely 2-bedroom, 2 bath bungalow. Features a large stone fireplace in living room, hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen & sunroom. Many recent upgrades. Attached garage & detached workshop bldg. $229,900 MLS 2133886 ChRIStINE & COLIN hENDEN, Broker & Sales Rep tel: 613-922-2251 www.christinehenden.com QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE colinhenden@remax.net

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Affordable home, much larger than it looks,in a great Picton neighbourhood. This 3+ bedroom home has the potential for an in-law suite on the lower level and ideally suited for the first time home owner or family. Large master bedroom with 2 pce ensuite. Spacious one and half sized lot with new storage building on the property.

Walking distance to downtown on a quiet cul de sac. $248,500 MLS 2131254 Call GAIL fORCht, Broker SARAh SCOtt, Sales Rep Office: 613-471-1708 Cell: 613-961-9587 www.homeinthecounty.com

A COUNtY tREASURE 1875 era heritage home, quiet country road. Property featured in Settlers Dream, approx 22 ac of land with creeks going through property on both sides of road. Lots of character & history. Features 3 bedrms, formal living rm with woodburning fireplace, formal dining room, boasts historical Maddy Young murals on walls.

Country kitchen totally upgraded and propane fireplace. Ornate front porch. Large barn with heated workshop. Call for more details. MLS 2132699 GEORGE REID, ® Broker 613-399-2134 Real Estate Inc. Brokerage quinteisle.com

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Consecon St, Wellington. Brick bungalow, lg lot. Lots of room for avid gardner. 3 bedrooms, lg country kitchen, recently updated. Bright living room, built in wall unit.

Maple flooring throughout. Main level 5 pc bath. Lower level 3 pc bath, family rm, hobby rm, large utility room. Many upgrades, nothing left to do. Call for more details. Asking $279,900 MLS® 2132603 ShARON ARMItAGE, ® Broker of Record 613-399-2134 Real Estate Inc. quinteisle.com Brokerage

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VIEwS Of wELLER'S BAY Bright & spacious home on 2 acres with large open concept kitchen featuring a breakfast bar, patio doors to large deck for BBQ's & lovely views. Spacious family room with woodstove for cozy evenings plus separate L/R. Generous size main floor master bedroom with ensuite & walk in closet.2 spacious bdrms on 2nd floor plus office area with skylite. Double attached garage, easy commute to Trenton, Belleville & Wellington. 10 min to North Beach plus public boat launch nearby. This ones for you! $309,900 MLS 2132270 LANthORN REAL EStAtE LtD., BROKERAGE* *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

Call CAROL BROUGh, Sales Rep 613-476-2100 or carolbroughc21@hotmail.com

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GREAt fAMILY hOME $499,000 This unique grand home has been renovated and updated to bring back her great charm and old world appeal. With almost 2,400 sq ft of living space this 2 storey, 5 bedroom, 2 bath home has many original features, large master bedroom, family room to beautiful private deck overlooking in ground pool & gardens, fenced in yard and separate 3 storey carriage house. MLS ®2133812 Call ELIZABEth CROMBIE, Sales Rep 613-476-2700 or toll free 1-877-476-0096 www.pictonhomes.com

Century home on 25 acres and over 500` of waterfront. Spacious home with 2 center hall plans and 8 bedrooms. This home has been a yoga retreat and offers finished space in the barn. Ideal for a B & B. Artist studio etc... Property has severance potential. Great out buildings and a Muskoka feel to the waters edge.

Very private and close to Lake on the Mountain and Waupoos wineries and restaurants plus marinas. $995,000 MLS 2132289 Call GAIL fORCht, Broker SARAh SCOtt, Sales Rep Office: 613-471-1708 Cell: 613-961-9587 www.homeinthecounty.com

wAtERfRONt A southern exposure creates a bright welcoming atmosphere in this large meticulously maintained Colorado 5 bdrm, 3 bathroom home. Extensive landscaping with river rock walkways, lush gardens, tool shed, and a private patio provide everything a home owner could want. With the best of both worlds, a country lot on Municipal water, this dwelling boasts a multitude of attributes.

Kitchen connected to dining room, hardwood and ceramic flooring, central air, french doors, HRV, master bdrm with as ensuite and walkout deck, freshly renovated throughout, on Rednersville Road and minutes to Trenton and 401, but still in the `COUNTY`. $329,000 MLS 2130847

Call MARK GARDINER, Sales Rep Office: 613-476-2700 Cell:613-391-5588 mbgardiner@yahoo.com

wAtERfRONt JEwEL $485,000 Great location on West Lake out in the country but close to the village of Wellington. Park like setting with views to the famous dunes. Commercial size swimming pool and hot tub. 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with storage shed & workshop. This home has everything to enjoy -countrylife, wild life, and waterfront living. Make your move today! MLS ®2130549 Call ELIZABEth CROMBIE, Sales Rep 613-476-2700 or toll free 1-877-476-0096 www.pictonhomes.com

LOOKING fOR A hOBBY fARM? 24 Acres with a comfortable country 3 bedroom bungalow w/ lower level walk out & in-law suite. Cozy gas fireplace in the main living room plus a pellet stove for the inlaw suite. Wrap around deck & raised flower or herb/veggie garden. Fully fenced property. Pasture, bush, stream & trails. Perfect for having your own horses, chickens, sheep or beef cattle. Close to beaches, wine areas & 401. $229,000 MLS 2132640 Call CAROL BROUGh, Sales Rep 613-476-2100 or LANthORN REAL EStAtE LtD., BROKERAGE* carolbroughc21@hotmail.com *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

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Waterview Lot.Overlooking Picton Bay. and minutes from Picton and Glenora Ferry, the slight land elevation provides fantastic views.

Mature trees at the rear of the property offer the feeling of country living with amenities of town living. Municipal water and hydro to the lot. Bring your dream home ideas! $125,000 MLS 2132438

Jim Wait* Darlene Eldridge**

Artists Welcome! Be surrounded by works of art that delight the eye and other senses. If creating it isn't your thing, perhaps selling it is! Become a destination for art afficionados and artists alike to gather! This space has beautiful features and is both small enough for intimacy and large enough for excellent displays. Located in downtown Bloomfield. $159,000 MLS 2131326

Ron Norton* Great starter or retirement home in Picton within walking distance of downtown. 3 bdrms and 1 bath all on one level. Full unfinished basement with the potential of a 4th bdrm and good sized recroom. New furnace installed. $185,000 MLS 2131003

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Mary Jane NEW LISTING Mills** Quaint little home on a lovely treed lot just minutes from Picton.

Perfect for first time buyers, weekend getaway or investment, this 3 bedroom, 1 bath home has rental income from an Xplornet tower on the property to offset the mortgage, plus free internet. Mortgage payment as low as $638.57/mth! $139,900 MLS 2133847

Jim Wait* Darlene Eldridge**

12 Acres. Many birds and wildlife visit this partially cleared building lot, feeding on cherries and berries. Elevations provide views yet the property has so much privacy. The 36 x 34` heated garage is drywalled with windows, flooring. Drilled well, entrance and hydro service is already in place!! $169,999 MLS 2131491

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

BLOOMFIELD – situated on a large, park-like lot backing onto the Millenium Trail, this charming home offers lots of living space. Tastefully upgraded & decorated. Priced to sell @ $189,000 MLS 2132930

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

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CLOSSON ROAD in Hillier’s wine country! 6.57 acres with over 1,000 feet of road frontage – ideal for a small vineyard. Includes a rustic A-frame cabin. $149,900 MLS 2133643

Ron Norton*

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Jim Wait* Darlene Eldridge**

NEW LISTING

Save $$ on gas!! You can walk to all Picton amenities from this cute family home which sits on a very large in-town lot. Main floor offers an eat-in kitchen, living room, family room or den and a cozy 3 season front porch to enjoy your morning coffee. 3 good sized bdrms with a bonus room that could be a large walk-in closet off the master and a large 4 pc bath on the 2nd floor. $171,800 MLS 2133792

Charming Bungalow. Nestled in the trees amongst perennial gardens and only minutes from Sandbanks Provincial Park, this is a perfect year-round, getaway or seasonal rental home! Many features, including breakfast bar, bright sunroom, deck (2006), pine flooring. 2 main floor bedrooms are a generous size. $205,000 MLS 2133772

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

CUTE!! Compact two-bedroom home, nicely reno’d.

Features west-facing covered porch overlooking fenced back yard & detached garage. Affordable @ $149,900 MLS 2132529

Veronica Norton* Affordable 4 bdrm, 2 bath family home just minutes from downtown picton. Kitchen and dining room are open and airy with plenty of cupboard and counterspace. Hardwood & ceramic flooring throughout the home. $179,000 MLS 2130113

Veronica Norton*

Wellington charmer on fenced lot with in ground pool, large eat in kitchen & dining room with family rooms to entertain. Master bdrm with south view of yard/pool and Lake Ontario. $213,900 MLS 2133108

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137 WESTWIND CR. WELLINGTON 3 bedroom hi-ranch with attached 1 1/2 car garage on a beautiful corner lot, which is fenced in. Bright eat-in kitchen, with living room and dining room, tastefully decorated. Partially finished basement, with a 4 piece bath.

The gas furnace, shingles, air conditioner and on demand hot water system are all new within the last 2-5 years. $229,000 MLS 2133808

Veronica Norton* A great 4 yr. new quality Hickory built home in Wellington.

Large eat in kitchen with centre island and sliding doors to south facing deck. 3 bdrm, 2 bath and just steps to tennis court, ball fields & Wellingtons Community Centre. $275,000 MLS 2130091

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

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Ron Norton* A duplex in the heart of Prince Edward “The County”. 1 – 3 bedroom & 1 - 2 bedroom units, 15 minutes to Belleville or outlet beach 10 minutes to Picton & Wellington & a short walk to Huffs Winery & Schroedters Farm Market/ restaurant. $229,000 MLS 2132257

Mary Jane Mills**

Fabulous 4 bedroom family home in a great Picton neighbourhood. This home shows beautifully with hardwood floors on the main level in the oversized living room and dining room, gorgeous newer kitchen with ceramic tile floor and backsplash and patio doors to the back deck. The main floor also features a full bath with Jacuzzi tub and main floor laundry/mudroom combo at side entrance. $279,000 MLS 2133366

Mary Jane Mills**

BRIGHTON AREA – 2700 sq. ft. of finished living space, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms & attached garage.

Nestled on an acre lot. Asking $289,900 MLS 2131476

Custom built home, just under 2 years old, shows to perfection! Natural light abundant throughout with large windows and garden doors off the great room to deck, vaulted tongue & groove ceiling, totally open concept main floor living. Gorgeous maple kitchen cupboards with island, dining area and great room all with beautiful hardwood floors. $315,000 MLS 2133231

Tammy Beaumont* This brick century home has all of the bells and whistles.

Soaring ceilings, spacious rooms, sprawling sun filled deck, acreage ensuring privacy with a water view. This home personifies charm and presence all rolled into one. Please call to view. $459,000 MLS 2133194

Ron Norton* Century home completely redone from windows to hardwood floors, With a full front south facing veranda. Large country kitchen with centre island, separate dining room and 2 full baths. All of this sitting on six plus acres just 2 minutes from Picton. $475,000 MLS 2130359

Veronica Norton*

1500 sq.ft. log home, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom. 2 car attached garage. On 1.6 plus acre lot. 200 amp electric service with 100 amp sub for garage. Minutes to Consecon & Wellers Bay, 25 minutes to air base in Trenton. $229,000 MLS 2131790

Jim Wait* Darlene Eldridge**

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Bungalow in Picton. Situated on a generous lot on the outskirts of town, this newer bungalow has all of then amenities you expect and more. Main floor living with three bedrooms, hardwood floors, central air and vacuum. Features both a 2-car attached and a 3-car detached garage. Truly a backyard mechanic's dream! $279,000

Kevin Gale*

Unique 2 bedroom log home on a nice, deep waterfront lot. Open kitchen & living area with walkout to spacious 3 season sun room overlooking the Bay of Quinte. $329,000 MLS 2130830

Jim Wait* Darlene Eldridge**

2+ Waterfront Acres. Break out the bathing suits for hot-tubbing and swimming! Well-built, quality home on 2.2 acres, approx. 150ft of level, sandy waterfront. 3 bedrooms, vaulted great room with a wall of windows, kitchen/dining combo and full, finished basement. Even has a bunkie for guests or studio! www.2889countyroad13.com. $549,000 MLS 2130867

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

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WELLINGTON – If privacy is a must for you, then come & view this lovely home. Very spacious rooms, beautifullyfinished & maintained, featuring separate living & dining rooms. Asking $275,000 MLS 2131142

The largest model of Rosemary Court Condominium development. 1600 sq.ft. plus full basement. Allow 6 weeks for finishing. Choose your own materials and colour scheme. Photos of interior are samples only.

Double car garage 5 Free appliances and 2 years condo fees included in the purchase price on all remaining inventory! $279,900 MLS 2131582

Colin Henden* Christine Henden** 613-922-2251 WELLINGTON WATERFRONT Accessible to West Lake & Lake Ontario. All brick bungalow, finished on two levels (both with walk-outs) with 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms. Park-like grounds with above-ground pool. $359,000 MLS 2132035

Herb Pliwischkies*

PINERIDGE SUBDIVISION PHASE II We are ready to accept your reservations on Phase II, 46 lot development. Photo is taken from elevation on 2nd phase. Several builders to choose from. Builders terms available. Reserve your water view lot before they are gone. Call Herb for more details.

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this one is ready to go On the route for all County Tours. Pub/restaurant, living quarters, great location. Close to wineries, marina, on County Rd 8. Licensed for 140 people, double patio, dining rm, pub area. Lg living area upstairs, possible bed & breakfast. Perfect for the entrepreneur who is open to ideas. Could be small convenience store, would be great for caterer. MLsÂŽ 2130928

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WaterFront Huycks Bay Rd, just off Cty Rd 20. Lg lot, 101 ft water frontage, 165 ft deep. 1 1/2 car garage with hydro, drilled well, nicely treed. Ready for building your new home. 5 miles to Wellington, close to 401 & Trenton.

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sat, june 8th 12:30-2:15PM ~ 9 carLa court, WeLLington Listen to the waves lapping the shore. Water 75ft from your door.

Quebcois log home. 3 bedrooms, lg lot, view of Lake Ontario. Open concept kitchen, dining rm, living rm, cathedral ceilings, skylight, lots of windows. Lg master, 2 gas fireplaces. Tastefully finished on both levels, lg decks off main and lower level, w/o from lower level. A very special home for a unique buyer. $319,000 MLsÂŽ 2132960

Picton bungaLoW ~ great Price Cute bungalow, small lot, cheaper then rent. Perfect home for retirees going south or young couple starting out. Small lot, maintenence free exterior, neat and tidy interior. 2 bedrm, new oil furnace and tank 2010.

Call to view. Asking $134,900 MLsÂŽ 2126793

Lakebreeze court Executive stone/br home, lg lot, village of Wellington. Open concept family rm/ kitchen, eating area. Formal living rm/ dining rm. Main floor master bedroom, lg ensuite, walkin closet. Main floor laundry, door to double garage. 2 bedrms, 4 pc bath on 2nd level. Full unspoiled basement.

Hardwood throughout home, air conditioning, gas furnace, walk to all amenities. Call to view. MLs 2131558

sat, june 8th 2:30-4PM ~ 8 Monroe court Wellington on the Lake. Close to Belleville, Trenton & 401. Adult community, lots of amenities, rec centre, pool, library, banquet hall. 2 bedrms, one with ensuite, 4 pc bath, formal dining rm, bright living rm, eat in kitchen, attached 1 car garage. Treed backyard, private deck.

Walk to beach & parks. New shingles 2013. Fees applicable. $114,900 MLsÂŽ 2130808Â Â

NEWE PRIC

nature Lovers Looking For Privacy 8+ acres, view of Bay of Quinte. Elevated bung, lg bright living rm, eat in kitchen, patio doors to side deck. Receptive foyer leads to double garage and lg deck, pool & hot tub. Full finished basement, family rm, fireplace.

Lg workshop. Perfect home for growing family. This home has it all! MLSÂŽ 2126106

bay oF Quinte WaterFront At the Telegraph Narrows. Hint Lane off County Rd 15, easy access from Hwy 401 & 49. Lg lot, drilled well, hydro, zoned residential use. Landscaping done, extensive decking at shore. Perfect retreat while waiting to build your dream home. MLsÂŽ 2120805

SHARON ARMITAGE, OWNER/BROKER OF RECORD 613-399-2134

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cLose to souP harbour Peaceful and tranquil. 2+ acres of land, deeded access to Lake Ontario. Drilled well, hydro to lot and entrance is in. Ready to build your new home on. Asking $69,900 MLsÂŽ 2125759

*Member of the Quinte and District Real Estate Board Inc.

NEW PRIC E

sunset vieWs oF adoLPhus reach The lot is cleared and ready for you to build your retirement home or a getaway cottage. 100 ft clean shoreline, perfect for swimming, fishing or deep water sailing. Hydro to lot line, driveway is in. Call for more details. MLsÂŽ 2133082

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THE PICTON GAZETTE

DISCOVER THE ROYAL LEPAGE ADVANTAGE 104 MAIN ST, PICTON 613•476•2700 OR TOLL FREE 877•476•0096 WWW.DISCOVERROYALLEPAGE.COM

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Iris Andrews

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Angela Collinge

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Elizabeth Crombie Sales Representative

Sandra Foreman

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Colleen Galway

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Mark Gardiner

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Ernie MacMillan

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John O’Leary

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Diane Woods

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SUN, JUNE 9 1-3PM

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1615 COUNTY ROAD 10 $189,900 MLS® 2132552 THECOUNTYCONNECTION.CA

COME SEE! 3592 REDNERSVILLE RD. $668,000 MLS® 2131917 ANDREWSPROPERTIES.CA

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WATERFRONT ESTATE 2 HOUSES & BOATHOUSE $2,500,000 MLS® 2131652 PRINCEEDWARDCOUNTYREALESTATE.COM WITH

SNEEK PEEK…NEW OFFERING! 5 1/2 ACRE ESTATE C1811 ANDREWSPROPERTIES.CA

LT 11 - LOYALIST PARKWAY $350,000 MLS® 2130557 THECOUNTYLIFESTYLE.CA

WATERFRONT LOTS OF CHARACTER $290,000 MLS® 2126354 PICTONHOMES.COM

1725 COUNTY ROAD 17 $315,000 MLS® 2132298 THECOUNTYCONNECTION.CA

BLOOMFIELD BUILDING LOT $80,000 MLS® 2132492 CGALWAY@ROYALLEPAGE.CA

RARE OPPORTUNITY $985,000 MLS® 2113636 PICTONHOMES.COM

LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT $599,000 MLS® 2127120 MYCOUNTYHOME.COM

19 JOHN STREET $289,000 MLS® 2130544 MYCOUNTYHOME.COM

MOBILE HOME $89,900 MLS® 2132195 DISCOVERROYALLEPAGE.COM

LAKE VIEW!

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WATERFRONT

VICTORIAN REPLICA

280 MAIN STREET EAST 302 $232,500 MLS® 2124767 THECOUNTYLIFESTYLE.CA

SUMMER HOLIDAY $689,000 MLS® 2126055 PICTONHOMES.COM

SWIM & BOAT FROM THE DOCK! $469,000 MLS® 2131477 ANDREWSPROPERTIES.CA

299 COUNTY ROAD 10 $885,000 MLS® 2130528 THECOUNTYCONNECTION.CA

THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 f RE/17

THE PICTON GAZETTE

DISCOVER THE ROYAL LEPAGE ADVANTAGE 104 MAIN ST, PICTON 613•476•2700 OR TOLL FREE 877•476•0096 WWW.DISCOVERROYALLEPAGE.COM

Brian Andrews

Iris Andrews

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Broker

Geoff Church Broker

Angela Collinge

Sales Representative

Elizabeth Crombie Sales Representative

Sandra Foreman

Sales Representative

Mark Gardiner

Sales Representative

Ernie MacMillan

Sales Representative

John O’Leary

Sales Representative

Diane Woods

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C1831 SETTLER’S DREAM

WATERFRONT

CALLING ALL BOATERS $349,000 MLS® 2130667 PICTONHOMES.COM

Colleen Galway

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10 WELLINGTON STREET $295,000 MLS® 2131880 CGALWAY@ROYALLEPAGE.CA

CALLING ALL INVESTORS! $142,000 MLS® 2133639 ANDREWSPROPERTIES.CA

PORT MILFORD WATERFRONT $399,000 MLS® 2125616 MYCOUNTYHOME.COM

OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN, JUNE 8&9 11AM-1PM

RAVINE SETTING

COUNTRY HOME ON 68 ACRES $428,900 MLS® 2133899 PRINCEEDWARDCOUNTYREALESTATE.COM

BLOOMFIELD VICTORIAN BRICK $324,000 MLS® 2121553 PICTONHOMES.COM

PEAK OF PERFECTION! $469,000 MLS® 2133875 ANDREWSPROPERTIES.CA

ELEGANT TOWNHOME LIVING $549,000 MLS® 2106310 THECOUNTYLIFESTYLE.CA

CENTURY HOME $585,000 MLS® 2126234 PICTONHOMES.COM

285 COUNTY ROAD 8 $400,000 MLS® 2132254 THECOUNTYCONNECTION.CA

2.1 ACRES $289,500 MLS® 2133158 CGALWAY@ROYALLEPAGE.CA

A PLACE WITH SPACE $399,000 MLS® 2131019 PICTONHOMES.COM

14005 LOYALIST PARKWAY $349,000 MLS® 2130702 MYCOUNTYHOME.COM

RESTAURANT BUSINESS & CONDO $157,000 MLS® 2113287 PICTONHOMES.COM

1902 CTY RD 13 $198,900 MLS® 2123366 THECOUNTYCONNECTION.CA

D L O S OOHH LA LA ! .... CTY RD 3 $649,000 MLS® 2132414 ANDREWSPROPERTIES.CA

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EAST LAKE WATERVIEW

4+ACRE BUILDING LOT NEAR SANDBANKS $99,900 MLS® 2123045 PRINCEEDWARDCOUNTYREALESTATE.COM

3.5 AC WATERFRONT ON THE SEVERN! $249,000 ANDREWSPROPERTIES.CA

LOT 10 - LOYALIST PARKWAY $350,000 MLS® 2130560 THECOUNTYLIFESTYLE.CA

LIVING ON THE LAKE $629,000 MLS® 2124799 PICTONHOMES.COM

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THE PICTON GAZETTE

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Beautiful 5.2 ac building lot, Waupoos Wine Country. Rolling terrain, mature trees, well in place. Area of significant properties. $88,200 MLS 2131827 3.7 ac, South Shore of Lake Consecon. Rolling lot to 200 ft of waterfront.

Well in place. Lovely water views. Minutes to 401. $160,000 MLS 2133552 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* www.monicaklingenberg.com

Lovely 60+ acre parcel of land approximately 15 minutes from Picton, 10 minutes to Sandbanks Provincial Park. Property features mature woods and open areas, pond, spring fed well and dug well tested at 11 gpm. Lots of potential and privacy. $149,500 MLS 2132687 Ann Cooper* www.chestnutpark.com

Gorgeous waterfront property on Hick's Lane! 2 acres, stunning views of Adolphus Reach, over 200 feet of waterfront. Privately tucked away off County Road 7 just east of Lake on the Mountain, mixture of hardwood/softwood bush and sloping grade to the water's edge. $209,000 MLS 2131922 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader* www.robandkate.com

19.5 Acres of waterfront on beautiful South Big Island. 1 dug and 1 drilled well. A wonderful driveway leads to the perfect private building site overlooking a vista of waterfront and soybean fields. Cleared marshfront for boat access to open waters and small dock at the shore. $229,000 MLS 2131144 Liz Jones* www.realestatepicton.com

Charming three bedroom post-and-beam (circa 1840) on Milford Millpond. Big family kitchen, main floor master bedroom, plus two family bedrooms upstairs. Walk to the post office, the library or the bistro – or paddle your canoe on the pond. Being sold fully furnished. $259,000 MLS 2131431 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone* www.samsimone.com

Panoramic waterfront views, large lot. No exit private lane offers additional peace and quiet. Totally renovated 4 season cottage with great room. 2 full bathrooms, 4 bedrooms, laundry room, woodstove, great water for swimming and boating. Wonderful private retreat or great seasonal rental. $288,000 MLS 2131490 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott* www.homeinthecounty.com

Ideally-located Picton gem, meticulous condition. Beautiful master suite plus 2 more bedrooms. Chef’s kitchen opens to main floor family room which opens to compact garden. Separate den (or 3rd bedroom), 2 full baths, handy mudroom. Impeccably decorated. Upgraded throughout.

Expansive County home, incomparable views of Adolphus Reach. Big spaces, newer kitchen, family room, 3 main floor bedrooms, huge lower level with office, recreation room, 4th bedroom. Detached garage, above ground pool, expansive deck. 2 separately deeded lots form 2-acre property.

Beautifully-maintained Picton Victorian home, lots of space. Terrific in- 3 Bedroom Waterfront retreat. New garage with insulated bunkie. Close town location. 3 bedrooms on second level, 4th bedroom on main floor to Lake on the Mountain, vineyards, restaurants and marinas. with 2-piece ensuite. Large family room, full bath, opens to deck and Spectacular sunsets and private Muskoka feeling at the water. south garden. Bright sunroom. Main floor laundry. Many recent upgrades. $328,000 MLS 2132240 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott*

Privacy, 2.96 acres on the edge of Picton! Set on a knoll back from the road, wonderful views. House has newer windows, electrical, new kitchen, refinished floors, propane fireplace and hot tub. 3 bdrm, 2 bath with attached garage. Spacious insulated outbuilding and a pole barn for storage. $330,000 MLS 2127470 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott* www.homeinthecounty.com

$325,000 MLS 2132496 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

www.monicaklingenberg.com

Betty Burns

Office Manager Sales Representative

Ann Cooper Sales Representative

Gail Forcht Broker

Laurie Gruer Sales Representative

www.homeinthecounty.com

Liz Jones

Sales Representative

$299,000 MLS 2131430 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

www.lauriegruer.com

Monica Klingenberg Peter Lynch Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Rob Plomer Sales Representative

Catherine Deluce Pres. & CEO Broker

Duane Russell Broker

$299,000 MLS 2131641 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

Sarah Scott Sales Representative

Richard Stewart LLB

Vise President Legal Counsel Sales Representative

www.monicaklingenberg.com

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY JUNE 8TH 10AM-12NOON 326 JERICHO ROAD $231,900 MLS 2132880 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader* www.robandkate.com

Sam Simone Sales Representative

Lori Slik

Sales Representative

Kate Vader Sales Representative

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1.3 ac waterfront lot, quiet road surrounded by prestigious executive homes. On Bay of Quinte, deep water for mooring a boat, gateway to Lake Ontario west through the Murray Canal or east to Kingston and the Islands. Dug well and septic. Boat house at water`s edge in need of repair. $350,000 MLS 2133451 Lori Slik* www.asenseofplace.ca

On Westlake Road near Sandbanks-Sand Dunes. Round-stone finished duplex. Two 3 bedroom units, separate entrances, open concept. Mature trees, manicured gardens. Lower level access to attached garage, 2nd level `loft style` great room, walkout to rear terrace, pool and grounds. $360,000 MLS 2133711 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader* www.robandkate.com

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

Impeccable home minutes from Picton. Gracious open layout with main floor family room large, private lower level retreat, +deck and landscaped yard with patio. Master bedroom with adjacent sunroom, geothermal heating, and an eco-water system complete the picture.

Stately triple brick Century home, fabulous original baseboards, built ins, doors and trim. Grand home, upgraded with care and attention to maintain its period integrity. Refinished pine floors, large country kitchen. New roof, natural gas heat, steps to downtown Bloomfield, 10 mins. to Sandbanks. $378,000 MLS 2131701 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott* www.homeinthecounty.com

Big, bright family house, downtown Picton, seeks new owners. 4 full bedroom suites, 2 sun porches, lovely reception rooms. Main floor master walks out to large deck, beautiful gardens. Great potential for home office or studio in 4th bedroom, separate staircase. 4.5 baths! New gas furnace 2012!

Opportunity on edge of Picton! 4+ acres, completely upgraded farmhouse, newer kitchen, huge reception rooms, main floor master, large bath, laundry all on main floor, 3 bedrooms and office upstairs. 40’X60’ Quonset hut, 2-storey block building, great potential for home based business.

Build your dream home on this spectacular 8.5 acre escarpment-like property minutes from Picton. 1,374 ft Long Reach waterfront. Rustic cabin at water’s edge, hydro and propane. Surveyed building envelope offers incomparable south and east views. On a clear day, you really can see forever!

Victorian Panache in Prince Edward County. Stunning architecturally influenced CIRCA 1850 Victorian farmhouse in Cherry Valley. 3,600 sq. ft. brick home designed with entertaining and family in mind, overlooking 100's of acres of natural countryside, only 5 minutes from Sandbanks Provincial Park. $399,900 MLS 2133347 Lori Slik* www.asenseofplace.ca

Gorgeous waterfront lot on West Lake, quaint community of Sheba`s Island. Facing west, improved shoreline with steel seawall. Beautifully treed, nicely landscaped, natural gas available. 103 ft clean shoreline ideal for swimming and boating. Minutes from Sandbanks Provincial Park. $399,000 MLS 2132461 Lori Slik* www.asenseofplace.ca

Don’t be deceived by the Gothic Revival curb appeal… rural retreat offers modern living with respect for history. Large principal rooms, eat in kitchen and sitting area, 2 large studio spaces, master with ensuite, southern exposure. 13 ac green space. Close to North Beach Provincial Park. $426,000 MLS 2132536 Kate Vader* & Rob Plomer* www.robandkate.com

Ultimate privacy, 9+ acres. Fabulous water views of Long Reach from almost every window in this 3 bedroom home. Great living space, walkoutbasement. High-end kitchen, quartz counter tops. Brazilian Cherry flooring.

Lower level has potential for in-law suite. Sun rooms on both levels. $479,000 MLS 2131642 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* $489,000 MLS 2131335 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott* www.lauriegruer.com www.homeinthecounty.com

Executive country estate! Beautifully updated, minutes from Picton. Stonewalled gardens, terraces, sprawling grounds. Exquisite master suite, separate guest areas, stunning family room. Separate guest house/ artist’s studio, radiant floors, monk’s staircase, private flagstone terrace, complete privacy!

$379,000 MLS 2132966 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

$379,000 MLS 2132242 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

www.monicaklingenberg.com

www.samsimone.com

$385,000 MLS 2133154 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

www.samsimone.com

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$369,000 MLS 2131688 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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Fantastic view of the `World Famous Sandbanks` on West Lake. 3 bedroom brick bungalow, vaulted ceilings, 2 gas fireplaces, open concept kitchen/family room, new 3 season sunroom. Energy efficient forced air gas boiler system, hot water on demand, new roof and newer windows. $499,000 MLS 2130654 Ann Cooper* www.chestnutpark.com

Betty Burns

Office Manager Sales Representative

Bridge Street, Picton, walking distance to Main St. Fully-restored 3 bdrm, 3 bath century home. Exceptional upgrades: hardwood, marble, granite, tall coffered ceilings, original staircase, cedar decking. Large kitchen, highend appliances, separate living room spaces, remote natural gas fireplace. $499,000 MLS 2133378 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* $499,900 MLS 2131997 Lori Slik* www.lauriegruer.com www.asenseofplace.ca

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

Picture perfect setting: Farm fields along Warings Creek, minutes to Sandbanks and Picton. Century farmhouse in West Lake, new kitchen, a great family room and a screened-in porch. Great well. 21 acres, large 1840s barn which is fully insulated, with plumbing, heating and hydro. $448,000 MLS 2132612 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott* www.homeinthecounty.com

Ann Cooper Sales Representative

Gail Forcht Broker

THE HOUSE ON THE HILL – spectacular Ron Kerr built family home, every bell and whistle! Radiant in-floor heat. 4+1 bedrooms/4 baths. Unforgettable kitchen and great room overlook pastoral sloping rear garden, large deck.

Finished lower level, play areas, nanny’s room. Main floor bedroom suite. $499,000 MLS 2133834 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

Laurie Gruer Sales Representative

www.lauriegruer.com

Liz Jones

Sales Representative

Meticulous waterfront home in highly sought after community. Spacious one level living, large deck, guest suite, games/ family room in walk-out lower level. Ideal for boating, swimming with retractable dock. Stunning views of Sand Dunes. Updated mechanicals, double garage, exquisite gardens. $529,000 MLS 2132615 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

www.samsimone.com

Monica Klingenberg Peter Lynch Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Rob Plomer Sales Representative

Catherine Deluce Pres. & CEO Broker

Duane Russell Broker

Calling all sailors! Spectacular waterfront home on Prinyers Cove. Beautiful light-filled spaces. Dramatic loft master suite, four additional bedrooms. Sunroom, screened porch. Full lower level with walk-outs, huge family room, storage. Ideal cottage or full-time home. Bring your boat! $588,000 MLS 2131932 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

Sarah Scott Sales Representative

Richard Stewart LLB

Vise President Legal Counsel Sales Representative

www.lauriegruer.com

Sam Simone Sales Representative

Lori Slik

Sales Representative

Kate Vader Sales Representative

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THE PICTON GAZETTE

5 bedroom, 3 bath waterfront home on West Lake, minutes to the popular Sandbanks Provincial Park. Large dock, retaining wall, boat house. Impeccable interior, impressive formal foyer with 12 ft ceiling.

Lower level in law- suite with private entrance. $599,000 MLS 2132112 Lori Slik* www.asenseofplace.ca

Perfect “lifestyle” opportunity in downtown Picton: 3-bedroom Guildcrest home, turnkey variety store in high-traffic location. Faces LCBO and site on route to Sandbanks Provincial Park. Comprehensive business offers Ontario Lottery, groceries, ice, dry-cleaning transfer, excellent storage.

Perfect family retreat! Handsome updated 1877 farmhouse, 126 ac between Picton and Waupoos. Beautifully renovated and decorated, full of natural light! 3 bedrooms plus separate master area with views over farmland. Magazine-quality kitchen, 3 full baths. Separately deeded in 2 parcels.

Grand Victorian overlooking Picton Bay. Period character, charm.

Sprawling lawns, wrap-around verandahs, the perfect summer house.

In winter, curl up by one of the 3 fireplaces, or in the cozy family room.

Double parlours, large family kitchen, 4 baths, 5 bedrooms. Pool, too!

It’s easy being Green! Perfect study in maximizing efficiency while minimizing maintenance costs. 10 acres on the Bay of Quinte! Beautiful spaces, unique details, open layout, upper deck with panoramic views. Minutes from 401. Don’t miss this responsibly designed strikingly beautiful home.

Grand dame of Main Street!—impeccably restored, featured on “House and Garden” tours! Spectacular reception rooms, pine floors, high ceilings. French doors, etched glass. Gourmet kitchen! Beautiful master suite, separate guest spaces. Carriage house for entertaining or a studio.

Executive Home, panoramic waterviews. Bright & spacious, walkouts to cedar deck. Custom kitchen, Diamastone countertops, stainless steel appliances, wall of windows. Private suite, 2 spacious bedrooms. 2nd master bedroom and walkout on lower lever. Private waterfront. $695,000 MLS 2132009 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* $695,000 MLS 2132740 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* $699,000 MLS 2130425 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott* www.samsimone.com www.samsimone.com www.homeinthecounty.com

Stunning custom gem on the shore of Lake Ontario. Extremely private setting at end of a four season road. Radiant in-floor heating, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, several walk outs. Wraparound verandah, pergola. Optional main floor master plus 3 more bedrooms and an office.

Fabulous south facing waterfront, sandy shore, 5 ac overlooking Waupoos Island. 1830’s Butternut Cottage fieldstone home, architecturally-designed great room, floor to ceiling windows, walkouts to wrap around deck. Spacious Master. Original tall baseboards, centre hall plan, deep recessed windows. $729,000 MLS 2130347 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott* www.homeinthecounty.com

High over Picton Bay on a cul-de-sac, this home offers wonderful space, all modern conveniences, remarkable views. Huge addition: great room, studio, master suite. Chef’s kitchen plus office and 2 guest bedrooms.

Huge garage, radiant floor heating and a staircase to the cover below. $789,000 MLS 2133501 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone* www.samsimone.com

Beautifully built waterfront home, professionally landscaped, Rednersville Road minutes from Belleville or Trenton. 3500 sq ft, vaulted beam ceilings, 2 fireplaces, 4 bedrooms, living room, family room, eat in gourmet kitchen, all the amenities. Multi level decks, panoramic views of the Bay of Quinte. $869,000 MLS 2132286 Peter Lynch* www.chestnutpark.com

Wonderful log house, 8 ac, private master retreat, sunken living room, striking stone fireplace. Spring-fed pond with sand beach! 2 additional cabins for rental income. Large commercially zoned building for your dreams to happen: Yoga centre? Art school? Plant nursery? You decide!

Completely inspiring! Waterfront executive home, dramatic spaces, wall of glass overlooking Adolphus Reach. 17 ft indoor hydropool and sauna. Great Room, sybaritic master suite. Separate guest areas, library, office. Graded walkways, decks, charming seating areas from which to enjoy the views!

Commercial property in the heart of Wellington! Established waterfront restaurant, huge potential. Approved plans for 5 guests rooms on 2nd level or build your home over the store. Additional building on site provides revenue. On Loyalist Parkway, beside marina, close to Community Centre.

Beautifully restored County landmark, wonderful views of Lake Ontario, Waupoos Island. Carriage house, extra sleeping cabin. 5 bedrooms, 4 baths.

Wonderful “Great Room”, fireplace, library, private office. Exquisite principal rooms, high ceilings. Incomparable tin ceilings, French doors, pine floors.

Elegant waterfront home, 2.26 ac, panoramic views of the Bay of Quinte.

Heated inground pool, boardwalk to water’s edge. Open concept home, gourmet kitchen, great room, fireplace, dining room, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, professional landscaping, minutes from Trenton and Belleville. $999,900 MLS 2132025 Lori Slik* www.asenseofplace.ca

Contemporary custom built waterfront home, 35x15 boat slip with lift. Waterviews from every room. Hardwood & ceramic floors. 3 fireplaces.

Vaulted ceilings, formal dining, great recreation room, hot tub, sauna. A stunning quality home that will impress even the most discriminating buyer. $1,150,000 MLS 2132559 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott* www.homeinthecounty.com

Spectacular 6.8 acres, over 500 ft. of stunning waterfront in Waupoos.

This custom built home has a full walkout with decks overlooking the water. Stone fireplaces. Double garage and workshop. Includes a 1.8 acre severed lot and potential for another. Dock included. $1,200,000 MLS 2131828 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott* www.homeinthecounty.com

$649,000 MLS 2132758 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

www.monicaklingenberg.com

$679,000 MLS 2132140 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

www.lauriegruer.com

$689,000 MLS 2133167 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*

www.lauriegruer.com

$719,000 MLS 2132704 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

www.monicaklingenberg.com

$875,000 MLS 2131989 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

www.samsimone.com

Custom stone 3bdrm, 4bath home. Private setting on just under 5 ac, 525 ft stunning waterfront. Enjoy the gourmet kitchen with gas range, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, floor to ceiling windows overlooking the water and great room with large stone fireplace. $895,000 MLS 2131687 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* $895,000 MLS 2132060 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* $895,000 MLS 2133543 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* $ 895,000 MLS 2130920 Gail Forcht** & Sarah Scott* www.monicaklingenberg.com www.lauriegruer.com www.lauriegruer.com www.homeinthecounty.com

Betty Burns

Office Manager Sales Representative

Ann Cooper Sales Representative

Gail Forcht Broker

Laurie Gruer Sales Representative

Liz Jones

Sales Representative

Monica Klingenberg Peter Lynch Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Rob Plomer Sales Representative

Catherine Deluce Pres. & CEO Broker

Duane Russell Broker

Much-admired stone house on the Bay of Quinte, exceptional design, incomparable finishes. Architect-designed, professionally decorated, exquisite attention to detail. Sybaritic main floor master suite, home gym, in-house media room. One of Prince Edward County’s most beautiful homes! $1,650,000 MLS 2132010 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone* www.lauriegruer.com

Sarah Scott Sales Representative

Richard Stewart LLB

Vise President Legal Counsel Sales Representative

Sam Simone Sales Representative

Lori Slik

Sales Representative

Kate Vader Sales Representative

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$89K

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181 ACRE FARM

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Agricultural land. Fronts on North Big Island Road and Caughey Road. Enjoy the waterfront without the taxes! $599,000 MLS 2126954 CAPE C OD E LEVATED WATERFRONT

1500 sq.ft. 3 bedroom post & beam home, 72 x 128 free stahl barn, other barns & drive sheds/workshop, 3 silos with augers. Currently 80+ tillable, 80 bush, and 20-25 pasture or reclaimable soil. $485,000 MLS 2133442

On the Salmon River in Shannonville. 24 x 28 barn/garage. Access to Bay of Quinte. 3 sections of steel dock included. MLS 2132086 650’ C LEAN , L EVEL WATERFRONT

D UCE RED

Prince Edward County treasure. 4 bed, 2 bath, over looking Long Reach. Sunken living room, multi level decking at rear of home.

A great buy @ 395k! MLS 2132084

NEW LISTING

C ONSIDERING B ELLEVILLE ?

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11 acres in Prince Edward County. Outstanding escarpment views over Adolphus Reach from 4 bedroom farmhouse. Barn with great workshop.

Please call before entering the property. $699,000 MLS 2132539 T WO 5 ACRE L OTS / O NE 40 ACRE L OT AVAILABLE

Great starter or retirement bungalow. 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, many newer windows, roof 2009, fully fenced yard. Centrally located. $139,900 MLS 2130679 B UNGALOW

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259 COUNTY ROAD 30 1 year new custom built 3 bedroom raised bungalow on quiet country lot sitting on the edge of Bloomfield. Beautifully finished features including hickory flooring & custom kitchen & staircase by William Design, coffered ceiling in living room. Close to Pinecrest Elementary School & short drive to Picton. MLS 2133373

& H UGE YARD “CAMBRIDGE M ODEL”

BY H ILDEN H OMES

Recently severed, partially cleared on Mitchells Crossroad. Area of new homes. Close to town.

Lot & house package, or lot sold separately. $59,900 MLS 2133039 $89,900 MLS 2133044 “T HE L OYALIST ”

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3 generous bedrooms, eat-in kitchen/dining room, large living room, mudroom and main floor laundry too! Central air, central vacuum, laminate flooring. $219,000 MLS 2132104

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40 acre lot on a quiet country lot in beautiful Prince Edward County.To be built. Located in area of other new homes. Customer may customize plans with builder. 12-16 week delivery. $459,900 MLS 2131364

“T HE K IRKWOOD ”

5 acre country lot in beautiful Prince Edward County.To be built. Located in area of other new homes. Customer may customize plans with builder.

12-16 week delivery- $324,900 MLS 2131360

BY

H ILDEN H OMES

5 acre country lot in beautiful Prince Edward County.To be built. Located in an area of other new homes. Customer may customize plans with builder.

12-16 week delivery. $379,900 MLS 2131372

WO R K I N G W I T H B U Y E R S F R O M AC R O S S T H E C O U N T RY !

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The Inspectors Corner

THE PICTON GAZETTE

WHO INSPECTS THE INSPECTOR?

Wayne Fulton is a local home inspector and can be reached at 613-354-9547

wfulton@fultonhomeinspections.com

Cheryl Griese, Broker

Text or call

credited with several diamond awards

DIR: 613-922-7409 613-476-5900 www.greeza.com c.griese@hotmail.ca

®

Quinte Ltd., Brokerage Each office is independently owned and operated

One of the most difficult things to do when purchasing a home is finding a qualified home inspector. Many consumers rely on their Realtor® or friends for direction and are unaware that in Ontario the home inspection profession is unregulated. The consumer assumes that all inspectors are qualified to inspect the property they are considering; nothing could be farther from the truth. The simple fact is that anyone can call themselves a home inspector.

For years now there have been a number of home inspection associations including one with a provincial mandate to develop the home inspection industry in Ontario. This organization has done a poor job in developing this mandate and in doing so has left the consumer in Ontario struggling to find a standard unto which they can be assured the inspector they are hiring is qualified. Many home inspectors also belong to an online American home inspection association and become certified to questionable standards. This organization has certified children, pets, and was investigated, exposed, and documented by CBC’s Market Place.

In the late 90’s, CMHC, (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation) the Canadian Government Agency that oversees the majority of construction standards and home development became aware of the growing problem with “flashlight and business card” home inspectors.

A lack of training and education were found to be the major issue. Complaints from the general public and the Real Estate Industry brought this to the forefront.

CMHC working with HRSDC (Human Recourses and Skills Development Canada), CSC

(Construction Sector Council), CREA (Canadian Real Estate Association), every major stakeholder in the real estate transaction and the Canadian home inspection profession developed the ‘National Certification Program’. This program cost close to two million dollars and took 16 years to complete. Successful completion makes it possible for any home inspector in Canada to attain what is known as the National Home Inspector credential.

The National Certificate Program is owned by the Construction Sector Council and is administered by the National Home Inspector Certification Council (NHICC) an independent not-for-profit certification corporation. The NHICC is also licensed to administer the National Occupation Standards which defines the Canadian home inspection profession.

The path to National Certification is quite clear and open to anyone who wants to become qualified as a home and property inspector in Canada. The consumer deserves to know that the inspector that pulls up for their home inspection is educated, trained, and qualified as a Canadian certified professional and not someone with a fancy truck and catchy slogans who will walk thru your prospective home with blinders on just to obtain the referral and collect his fee.

My personal perspective: The Ontario government is currently examining regulating the home inspection profession, which is long overdue. The current process remains fractured and splintered. While every educated professional is human and can make a mistake, there is a Canadian standard unto which electricians, mechanics and even engineers can be judged or verified. This should also apply to the Home Inspection profession.

Purchasing a home represents one of the largest single investments you will ever make chose your inspector wisely. CMHC publication ‘Hiring a Home Inspector’ was developed to help guide the consumer and should be your benchmark when choosing a home inspector. www.cmhcschl.gc.ca/en/co/buho/buho_001.cfm

Colleen Green & Marc Ouellette Sales Representatives

QUINTE LTD. BROKERAGE 1 LAKE STREET PICTON 613-476-5900, www.countyremax.com

Cell: 613-476--6553 or 613-849-6684 www.colleengreenpicton.com www.rigghtonthemarc.ca marc@remaxquinte.com

colleen.green@sympatico.ca

Call Marc for all your Real Estate Needs this weekend, or visit Colleen at the County Garden Show ʹ Crystal Palace 10 - 5

Lake house ready for your imagination $349,000 MLS # MLS #2133161

Adophus Town Waterfront $799,900 MLS 2126833

South Bay waterfront $299,000 MLS #2132171

Water View with beautiful bungalow $949,000 MLS #2131020

Commercial ʹReel Thing Wellington $449,500 MLS #2131495

Waterview 3 Season Cottage $149,000 MLS #2133275

Sheba Island wafterfront lot $349,00 MLS #2132460

Support the &RXQW\ \·V th 4 Annual Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life Event this Friday,June 7-8 at the Picton Fairgrounds Good luck to all the participants!!

COLLEEN AND MARC ARE BRINGING BUYERS FROM ACROSS CANADA TO THE COUNTY

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THE PICTON GAZETTE

Century 21 Lanthorn Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage* 102 Main St., Picton

CAROL BROUGH Sales Rep. 613-476-2100

ELSIE WIERSMA Sales Rep. 613-848-4810

GARY MORDEN Broker 613-885-2304

52 QUEEN STREET, BELLEVILLE

HUGH JACKSON Broker 613-476-5026

Queen Ann Villa renovated. Double city lot.

Wrought iron fencing. $525,000 MLS 2130974 Call Joy Humphrey 613-849-5999

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6 yr old raised bungalow. Attached 2 car garage.

3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. $259,000 2131535 Call The Youngs (613) 476-2100

CUSTOM OWNER BUILT BUNGALOW

Large corner lot, 2 bedroom, 2 baths, full useable basement. Includes removeable wheelchair ramp. $172,900 MLS 2133096 Steve Sensenstein

FABULOUS WATERFRONT!

MLS 2131730 Call Carol Brough 613-476-2100 for more info

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Custom built. Bright & spacious home. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Gorgeous living room with fireplace. $289,000 2133299 Call The Youngs (613) 476-2100

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Located in Picton Industrial Park. Multi use building with all services. 1800Sq. Ft. w/ 10 foot ceilings, Industrial Zoning. 2125504 Paul Gentile or Vince Martel

JASON YOUNG Sales Rep. 613-476-2100

JOY HUMPHREY Broker 613-849-5999

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

KEVIN YOUNG Sales Rep. 613-476-2100

KIM HADWEN Sales Rep. 613-969-7591

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Lake Ontario waterfront LOT. Build your dream home. Prestigious area of newer upscale homes $349,90 2132560 Call The Youngs (613) 476-2100

EXCLUSIVE WATERFRONT SUBDIVISION

2.7 acre wooded lot, short ferry ride to Picton. ldeal location for Executive home. $65,000 MLS 2130123 To View Call Hugh Jackson or Tracey Dickson

NEW PRICE ON SPRING ST!!

Solid century home with character, eat in kitchen, main foor laundry, private back deck leading to large yard. MLS 2124482 Call Pat Benson-Moore

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Century home completely renovated. 2.5 Car insulated garage. Screened gazebo with hot tub. $249,900 2131443 Call The Young's (613) 476-2100

SAILORS DELIGHT DEEP WATER BEAUTY

Open concept ranch bungalow, detached garage, 263 ft waterfront, 1 acre. $679,000 MLS 2132000 To View Call Hugh Jackson or Tracey Dickson

PRETTY ON PAUL ST!!

Four bedroom renovated family home, double car garage, large private yard, just a walk away from shops and restaurants. MLS 2124579 Call Pat Benson-Moore

PAT BENSONMOORE Sales Rep. 613-849-8501

PAUL GENTILE Broker 613-476-2100

*Independently owned & operated

SANDY YOUNG Sales Rep. 613-476-2100

AFFORDABLE CONDO IN TOWN

STEVE SENSENSTEIN Sales Rep. 613-885-1307

First 6 months condo fees included! Beautiful one bedroom in historic building, close to all amenities. $137,900 2130451 Call Vince Martel or Paul Gentile

HOBBY/HORSE FARM

Approx. 8.5 ac. 3 bedroom home is "move in ready".

Great barn, several paddocks, pond. $299,000 2132187 Call Kim Hadwen

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Exceptional Executive Class Home and Waterfront Property. Could be your own Private Marina! $1,200,000 2133343 Call the Youngs (613)476-2100

GREAT BUSINESS BUILDING & LOCATION

Downtown Picton! Main floor office, 1 bedroom apartment upstairs, separate street level office space.

Now rented. $295,000 2131579 Gary Morden

WELLINGTON ON THE LAKE D CE U D RE

Pet and smoke free home. 26.8x12 foot deck with awning. Extra green space in back yard. $134,900 MLS 2126744 Call Elsie Wiersma 613-848-4810

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Affordable 2 bedroom mobile home. Many updates in 2012. Great location close to Picton. $69,900 2133727 Call the Youngs (613) 476-2100

TOM McEVOY Sales Rep. 613-967-2100

TRACEY DICKSON Sales Rep. 613-403-7690

VINCE MARTEL Sales Rep. 613-399-2100

GAS BAR/CONVENIENCE CLOSE TO SANDBANKS

Busy convenience store/gas bar on County Road 12 near Sandbanks Provincial Park. Excellent location attracting local campers. $289,000 MLS 2133316 Tom McEvoy

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Century home in Picton. Original character throughout. Covered porch & wrap around veranda. $259,900 2132709 Call The Young's (613) 476-2100

SUMMER IS COMING! DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T WAIT...

Private 3 season cottage on Bay of Quinte. Level lot, dock & boat launch on site. $324,500 MLS 2131677 To View Call Tracey Dickson or Hugh Jackson

303 COUNTY ROAD 10

General Store with takeout stand in Milford.

3 bedroom rental unit beside the store. $449,000 2130462 Tom McEvoy

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Private waterfront home on Long Reach. 4 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms. Deep mooring for boats & fishing. $379,000 2131009 Call The Youngs (613) 476-2100

15 AC PRIME RURAL RESIDENTIAL LAND

Well installed, partially wooded, ideally located easy access to Belleville or Trenton. $97,500 MLS 2130402 To View Call Tracey Dickson or Hugh Jackson

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There is always a debate on whether to sell your home privately or use the help of a real estate agent. Many think of saving the money from the real estate commission by selling it yourself, but before you put that “For Sale By Owner” sign on your lawn, consider what you are getting into.

There are many things to consider in the sale of your house. It’s too important of a decision and too large a financial transaction to just casually try to sell yourself. You will want to sell your home for the right price at the right time. But how much do know about marketing a property? Do you know what your house is worth and what other houses similar to yours have sold for? Do you have the skills to negotiate and close a deal? Selling a house requires specific knowledge in property and laws, mortgage financing and taxes, as well as good judgment.

If you decide to sell privately, you will probably put up a "For Sale" sign and run some ads in your local paper. But how many prospective buyers do you think you will reach? Most real estate agents have access to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) information system, which is operated by their member boards of the Canadian Real Estate

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Association (CREA) in Canada. The MLS system provides a list of homes for sale by MLS subscribers in each community and MLS members use this system to match buyers will sellers.

If you are selling your home privately, your weekly classified ad in the local paper will likely reach most of your potential buyers within a couple of weeks. Without the professional affiliations and communication resources, you will have to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars in advertising to attract a sufficient number of potential buyers.

Most homes listed with a real estate representative sell faster than homes sold privately because most people do not have the resources. If you are selling your home yourself, set a time limit. If your house is not sold in, for example, five or six weeks, you probably need a larger pool of buyers from more distant areas that a professional real estate company can bring you.

Time and the expertise to deal with the negotiations and paperwork associated with selling a home are some other factors which most home sellers don't have when trying to negotiate the sale of their property.

Homeowners who run an ad in the paper are often unprepared to answer questions from potential buyers concerning taxes, lot survey, heating costs and square footage, or don't have the phone technique to at least get the caller out to see the property. Weeding out the curious callers from the

Real Estate agent or Private?

serious ones requires a special skill too. Moreover, most people don't have the time to spend evenings showing the house and arrange for open houses on the weekends.

Let's say you do manage to attract a few potential buyers to your door. Now what? Unless you have the training and professional skills to "sell" the prospective buyers on the house and ask wellphrased questions to appeal to them the right way, you may lose the prospect's interest based on your communication skills alone. Don't underestimate the difficulty in showing a property gracefully, either.

Negotiating the sale face-to-face is one of the most difficult and crucial stages of the selling process. If you want to sell privately, do you know how to answer a prospective buyer's objections sufficiently and accurately in order to assist them in making a buying decision?

If you sell your home yourself, there is a good chance you will end up taking too low an offer because you've either run out of patience or didn't know how to negotiate effectively with the buyer.

On the flip side, you may over-estimate the value of your home. You want $275,000 and not a penny less, and the home doesn't sell. A real estate representative knows the property's true worth and could have saved you the effort. Or, maybe the home is really worth $325,000 and you thought you got a great deal at $275,000. You may have saved a few thousand dollars in commission but

you also lost $50,000.

Most homes are sold using the services of the real estate representative because he or she understands the aspects of the real estate business and will act as your negotiator. A real estate representative makes his or her living out of selling homes and knows your neighborhood well.

The most important service a real estate representative can provide you with is market analysis -- what properties are selling for and how quickly they are selling. In fact, listing a property at a reasonable asking price is probably a greater task than selling your home.

If you decide to sell privately, you will have to watch the real estate pages of your local newspaper to monitor your competition, reported sales and temper of the market.

On the other hand, a real estate representative will go through all the stages of selling your home - listing, presentation, negotiation and closing with you. A real estate representative may also be able to advise on real estate mortgages and different kinds of creative transactions you may need to make.

If you decide to sell your home without an agent, you will need to do some research such as finding out how much annual income a buyer must have to qualify for getting a mortgage on your house so that you will be prepared to talk about money with a serious buyer.

Selling your home can also be emotionally

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draining. You'll have to try to act impartial and distance yourself from all the memories of your home. There is also a possibility of misrepresentation when trying to sell your own home. All of the information on your listing sheet (containing the essential information about your house) which you will have to prepare for prospective buyers must be accurate or it may result in a lawsuit for you.

Overall before you consider launching a "For Sale by Owner" campaign, find out exactly how much work and knowledge is required and whether or not you have what it takes. Selling a house is an enormous undertaking and takes time, money, resources, marketing skills and experience.

For what is likely the largest personal business venture of your life, you want to have peace of mind knowing you got the maximum dollar for your home.

Should you have any questions, or need a referral to a great agent in the area, please feel free to contact myself at 613-561-0244 or merolatahamtandesigns@live.ca Merola Tahamtan is an Interior Stylist in Home & Business Design, Home Staging, Colour Consultations, Painting and Window Treatments. You can reach her at 613-5610244 or merolatahamtandesigns@live.ca or stop by and visit her at her office in the Lenadco building.

FEATURE HOMES OF THE WEEK Prince Edward County Realty Inc. Brokerage 98 Main Street, Picton, ON

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Opposite McFarland Waterfront Park & Boat Launch. 5 bedroom home perfect for an extended family, B & B, or in home business.

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Unique waterfront estate in prime location close to golf course,hospital and Yacht Club. Featuring almost 2 acres overlooking the Bay, docking and full municipal services.

Distinctive 2 1/2 storey home with separate 2 car garage w/ loft & greenhouse. Large principal rooms for entertaining. See Virtual Tour at http://www.Obeo.com/793047

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Councillor says its time Ontario’s urban centres take on energy projects

HOSTS, from page 1

Chiarelli didn't give specific numbers, but told reporters at last week's conference the increase would be “significant.”

“These changes will continue our commitment to clean energy, while giving municipalities a stronger voice, more options and new tools when it comes to renewable energy,” the memo says. “Our goal is to ensure that the right projects are built in the right places at the right time.”

The changes will only apply to future projects.

Mertens said he remains “cautiously optimistic” about the announcement.

“It has many positives, but … it doesn't go as far as what we were looking for,” he said. “At this point they haven't given us a lot of the details.”

Mertens said the announcement promises more opportunity for

CLUES ACROSS

‘She lied to us again. She said she wanted that input, valued that input, knew the process was flawed, but she never responded...

ROBERT QUAIFF

COUNCILLOR He said it's too late to have an impact on Gilead Power's project at Ostrander Point — which has already received a renewable energy approval — but may have some impact on the White Pines. He admitted the chances of that were slim.

Councillor Robert Quaiff — who is also eastern Ontario's representative on the Wainfleet green energy working group — was considerably less enthusiastic about the announcement.

While Quaiff said there was

initially some optimism, it soon dissipated.

Quaiff said the working group had requested a meeting with Wynne to discuss their recent recommended changes to the Green Energy Act. He said a meeting was set up with energy ministry staff on Wednesday, just a day before Thursday's announcement from Chiarelli.

“At the end of the meeting they said we would probably be hearing some favourable news on Thursday as minister Chiarelli was announcing changes to the Green Energy Act in Niagara Falls,” Quaiff said.

“We were thinking maybe they finally got it. When his announcement came out, it was like 'you didn't really do anything.'”

He said the announcement only applies to new projects and the details a vague. Quaiff said there are also no plan to address problems with current proj-

ects.

“There was still no commitment to municipalities that deemed themselves to be unwilling hosts,” he said.

Thirty-seven municipalities in Ontario have passed resolutions stating as much.

Quaiff said he too was disappointed municipalities will not have a veto over green energy projects.

“We were looking for, basically, if a municipality says 'no, we're not interested in hosting industrial wind turbines' then move on. Go find someplace else that will,” he said.

Quaiff said rural Ontario has already taken on their fair share of the projects and the province should be looking toward major urban centres to contribute.

“Maybe it's time urban centres started to assist a little bit here,” Quaiff said.

Quaiff said he doesn't really see any positives out of Thursday's announcement. He said even the

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promise of increased tax revenue isn't clear.

“They're saying they're going to enhance it, but what are they enhancing it by? Where are the numbers? They make a big announcement, but they don't have any numbers to quantify it,” he said.

Quaiff said he holds out no hope that when the full details are released that there will be much more to be optimistic about. He said he has lost trust in the Liberal government. He said Wynne called for municipalities to be open and to give their input on the Green Energy Act, but that input has been ignored.

“Premier Wynne, in my opinion, she lied. She lied to us again. She said she wanted that input, valued that input, knew the process was flawed, but she never responded to a working group that represents all of Ontario,” Quaiff said.

“Do I trust what's coming down the pipe? No.”

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municipalities to participate, but doesn't give specifics on what that means.

“At this point I don't know the answer to that,” he said.

He said while he's encouraged by the promise of more tax dollars coming from the projects, he is still disappointed the municipality won't have a veto over renewable energy projects.

“We declared that we are not a willing host community (for industrial wind turbines). The letter doesn't deal with that, it doesn't say whether the province is going to take that seriously or not,” he said. “They're the ones that introduced that concept of not a willing host, but this latest announcement is quiet on that.”

Mertens said there is still a lot up in the air, saying he is unsure to what extent the changes will impact the municipality.

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ARTICLES FOR SALE

1925 HOOSIER Cupboard, excellent condition. Call/leave message, 613-393-5436 2 FLOATING Docks, 21ft x 4ft wide, $150 each or both for $275.

Phone 613-476-5308 2"x6"x random lengths ash planks .75¢/ft 613-476-3907.

4x8 BOX trailer, heavy duty suspension, oversized tires, $325.

Phone 613-885-7890 AUTOMOTIVE KEYS & remotes with programming. By appointment. Prince Edward Locksmith 613-476-3382.

BOAT TOPS, BOAT TOPS, BOAT TOPS. Repair & replace tops, windows, screens, covers, seats, Call Weldon 613-885-6871.

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NEW and USED

APPLIANCES USED REFRIGERATORS

Stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, dishwashers, 3 mos. old & up. Sold with written guarantees. Fridge's $100. & up.

NEW APPLIANCES

At the lowest prices in the area.

Trade-ins accepted on new appliances.

Big selection to choose from.

PAYS CASH$$$

For good used appliances in working order or not but no junk please. VISA & MASTERCARD accepted. We have our own financing also.

Shop at our competitors & then come see for yourself quality at low prices. Open evenings 7 days a week. We Deliver.

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While Supplies Last 1x8 WRC tight knot bevel siding 60¢ / linear ft

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1x10 S1S2E WRC boads 90¢ / linear ft 1x12 S1S2E WRC boards $1.00 / linear ft 1x8 WRC tight knot channel ideal for privacy fence, 6ft lengths $4.25 each 1x6, 6 ft fence board $3.50 each 1x4, 2x2, 2x3 Clear Western Red Cedar $1.5/board ft Clear Fir, some beams Lots of clear WRC rough for craftsman 1x2 to 2x12 1x6 Fence Board #2 #3 mixed $2.70 each Open Tues-Sat, 10-5 or by appointment

6 Stanley Street Bloomfield

613-393-5757 Cell: 760-333-6275

Ask for Terry patsplaceantiques@gmail.com

County Traders We Purchase Estates Furniture & Antiques BUY, SELL, TRADE 39 Stanley Street Bloomfield, Ontario MON.-TUES. CLOSED Wed. - Sat. 10am-4pm Sun. 12noon -4pm

613-393-9993 888-905-9993

PATIO HEATER, HFF-A-GH Gas Fired infrared outdoor patio heater, almost new, $90 613-393-3906.

RUG 14FTX14FT, price $40.

Phone 613-476-2987.

CENTRALBOILER

1956 FARMALL 100 complete with belly and 4pt hitch cultivator and draw bar. Excellent motor, hydraulics and pto. $3,650. 613-968-3683 BALE WRAPPING, tubeline wrapper, round or square bales. Call Shawn Mack, 613-328-6087 DEMOCRAT EXCELLENT condition, 2 furrow disc plow, small tillage equipment 613-813-4907.

FOR SALE or best offer: New Holland 679 manure spreader, top beater, tandem wheels, $3,500; John Deere 3800 forage harvester with hay and corn head $3,500; MF 15 Mix Mill $1,500 in good working order; black 1/2 ton truck cap, great condition, $200; 2,800 ft of 1.5 inch poly water line 100psi, $1.15/ft or $3,220; Toro garden tractor with 42 inch mower deck, $500. Phone 613-476-5114 OPEN EVERY Saturday 10am to 12noon. Grass-fed Beef, various cuts. Also sausages, pure beef patties, cornish pasties, cabbage rolls, meatballs and chili. All products frozen. 355B Morrison Pt. Rd. 613-476-4263 RANGE RUN birds, roosters, last summer and fall, 3 older ones; Wyandotte's, RIR and crosses, also Rouen ducks. Rob, 613-354-0253.

STEEL FENCE posts, chairs, arch & moulding, old farm scales, plastic hose, wooden pallets, old doors, 1412 New Holland Discbine, Agco hay wheel rake, large square straw bales. 613-476-7094

HEALTH

PAM HAS MOVED around the side. No stairs! 288C Main Street in beautiful Bloomfield. Come try a chair massage right thru your shirt and support Relay for Life Friday.

Remember to always Relax Right!

613-885-1456

PETS

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ANTIQUES

PROFESSIONAL FURNITURE refinishing and restoration. Antiques bought and sold. Free pick-up and delivery. Butler Creek Antiques, Schoharie Rd. 613-476-1142.

APPLIANCES FOR SALE

MAYTAG NEPTUNE washer & dryer, with manuals, great condition, $500. 613-476-0435

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DOG SITTING in my home, personalized care for your dog while you're away. Large exercise yard.

Call Karen 613-399-5682.

QUINTE PET Minders. Loving care for your pets in their own home. Daily visits, also overnights & vacation stays. 613-476-6265.

VEHICLES FOR SALE

CARS AND trucks wanted for scrap or recycling, we buy scrap metal, free pickup or you bring in.

Dan 613-929-7572. We also sell auto parts and tires.

FINANCING NOW AVAILABLE! Good or bad credit, let me get you on the road...

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RECREATIONAL VEHICLE

2007 HYOSUNG 250cc motorcycle, bought new, 2,700k, 70 miles on gallon gas, new battery. 613476-3362

BOATS & MOTORS

1995 JOHNSON outboard 9.9hp, automatic start, well maintained, $600, 613-476-4008.

KAYAK 14ft fiberglass Formula Mystic, 2 hatches, red, good condition. $1,200. Gear extra if interested. 613-476-1014

SEASONAL RENTALS

CARDINAL COTTAGE, perfect for nature lovers and families with small children. Parents will appreciate the lawn, play features and the easy, 10 minute walk to the biggest beach at Sandbanks Provincial Park. Dogs welcome.

East Lake in front and the park woods behind. June 22-29 (Sat to Sat) $750/wk. June 29-July 6th (Sat to Sat) $850/wk. Partial weeks from $400-$500. Taxes included.

Sandbanks Provincial Park pass included. Contact: Gordon Laurie. email: star7nth@kos.net Phone 613-476-5310 SANDBOX COTTAGE, in Prinyers Cove. 2 bedroom home, sleeps 5, pets welcome, two minutes to a dock, boat ramp and swimming.

Great for sailing and kayaking. $800/wk in June only. Contact anna@thesandboxcottage.ca 416260-3417

COMMERCIAL FOR RENT Retail Space FOR LEASE

26-311 MAIN Retail Space (former KA Media) Avail July 1 Front only, 872 sq ft, $900/month, plus util.

Front & back, 1,500 sq ft, $1,100/month, plus util.

Apply at our Office:

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Please Call: 613-476-3275 First & Last & References

FOR RENT

1 BEDRM apartment,44 Main St. Picton. completely redone,$800 plus hydro, includes heat, water, garbage & laundry. Please contact Jeff at jeffinpec@gmail.com 1 BEDROOM apartment just off Main Street, available June 1st.

Good size 1 bedroom with separate kitchen, living room, and bedroom. $700 monthly (including water) plus utilities. Additionals: $40/month for smoker and $40/month for pet. Email: pictonapartments@bell.net for inquiries and to setup a viewing appointment (preferred method of communication) or call 613-399-5822 1 BEDROOM, 2nd floor, quiet adult building, downtown, clean, modern, $650mo plus utilities, available July or August, 613-476-7980.

1 or 2 BEDROOM high-end bungalow with 11ft ceilings, brand new never lived in, on Wellington Main Street. Suits non-smoking, mature singe or couple. Furnished or unfurnished. Long or short term. 613885-7890 2 BEDROOM ground floor apartment, fridge/stove/washer included, available soon $750mo plus hydro, first/last/references required. 613476-3873 or 613-921-2326.

2 BEDROOM side by side duplex bungalow, private parking and yard, walking distance to Main Street, quiet seniors area, lawn and snow care provided. $690 plus. Available Sept 1; 2 bedroom, bath and 1/2 bungalow, freshly renovated, $765 plus utilities.

Steven, 613-885-1307 (cell).

Providing professional service with care, dignity and personal attention to all details surrounding the loss of a loved one.

2 Centre Street, Picton Robert C. Osborne 476-5571 Funeral Director

FOR RENT

VEHICLE FOR SALE

2010 BUICK Lucerne 43,200km, leather interior, fully loaded, call 613-476-4612.

www.hicksfuneralhome.ca

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CLASSIFIED DEADLINES: Tuesday at 4:00pm

HELP WANTED

NEED SPACE? From Boxes to Boats 1/2 Price Storage in Wellington Indoor/outdoor storage for boats and RV’s of all shapes and sizes.

Monthly & Seasonal Rates

613.399.3393

COMMUTING TO Toronto? Comfortable, furnished room for rent in Riverdale, near Subway. Contact y.vanbuuren@sympatico.ca FULLY FURNISHED upper apartment of Victorian Home, short/long term rental, large, bright, 1 bedrm. apt, balcony, sunroom entrance, can sleep 6, $1100mo includes utilities, also available weekly 613399-2209.

FURNISHED 1 bedroom apartment in our home in Ameliasburgh, Prince Edward County. Satellite and utilities included. Telephone extra. $650 monthly. 613-969-8196 SHORT TERM accomodations.

Beautifully furnished 1 & 2 bedrm units, one block away from downtown Picton, view at thefenix.ca or call 613-391-1441.

WANTED

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

WANTED TO BUY

WILL Buy Scrap Vehicles Metals and Appliances

CALL CHAPPY’S

613-476-2994 or 613-242-0117

CHILD CARE

HOME DAYCARE is available for July & August located 5 mins out of town on Cty Rd. 8 call Sharon 613476-2597.

EMPLOYMENT WANTED

A DINNER Party. Party Platters, hor d'oeuvres. Call Sheila Brushey. Catering. 613-3935021.

A SUMMER day is the time to clean eavestroughs,flowerbeds cleaned, gardens rototilled, get yard work done, get rid of unwanted trash, trees trimmed, pruning and any other jobs. Half ton truck available. No job too small. For reasonable rates call Paul 613-393-5021.

EMPLOYMENT WANTED

AFFORDABLE MAINTENANCE: Interior/exterior painting, carpentry, decks. Bob, 613-476-4789

BAILEY’S RECYCLABLES

Scrap Metal & Scrap Cars & Electronics - TV’s, Computers, etc.

Appliances

FREE Pickup

RPN (Casual), Kentwood Park, our LTC home in Picton requires a RPN. If you have a Diploma in Nursing, as well as a certificate of competence as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario and Current CPR certification. Experience working as a registered practical nurse in the long term care sector.

Email resume to: klumley@omniway.ca or fax 613-476-7165 by June 14, 2013 SERVERS & KITCHEN staff needed. Days, evenings and weekends. Experience preferred but willing to train. Drop off resume at Coach's Pub & Grillhouse 251 Main Street Picton.

BUSINESS SERVICES

RODGER ANDERSON

EXCAVATING

SAND & GRAVEL - TOP SOIL EQUIPMENT RENTAL HOURLY OR CONTRACT BULLDOZER - LOADER - TRUCK - HOE RAM

FREE ESTIMATES

613-476-1621

CHAPPY'S. We'll do almost anything! Moving, dump runs of brush, grass cutting. Garage and basement cleaning. Ph 613-476-2994 or 613-242-0117 or Jenny 613243-7204.

GRASS CUTTING SERVING Prince Edward County, good rates, quality service, large & small jobs, using John Deere Zero turn mower. Call Paul for free estimate, 1-855-399-1100 tollfree. Fully insured. We show up!

INDOOR/OUTDOOR Masonry, small jobs, concrete floors, repair work, fireplace/woodstove backings, pointing, basement repair work, professional masonry and brick cleaning, repair brick and block work. Small decks and small deck repairs. Call George 613393-2144 or 343-263-0027.

PAT'S CLEANING has openings Mon-Fri 613-476-6639 evenings 343-263-3491.

HELP WANTED

County Holiday Homes

a vacation rental & property management agency in PEC, is now accepting applications for summer housekeeping, $21.50/hour, 3 to 8 hours per weekend.

For more details, visit www.countyholidayhomes.com /Home/Jobs or call 613-476-5993.

LOOKING FOR Strawberry Pickers 613-476-1066.

SPECIAL NOTICE

RR2 PICTON

476-6717

BLACK RIVER TREE SERVICE

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

Glenn Guernsey

476-3757

ROGER'S MOBILE WASH & DETAILING for all your washing needs, auto, boats, RVs, homes, decks, patios, heavy equpment and monument cleaning. Also store front and graffiti cleaning. Bug spraying available. Free estimates. Seniors discount. 613-962-8277 or cell 613-885-1908

LOST & FOUND

• Lady’s prescription glasses • Bluetooth headpiece • Blue frame glasses • Small purse - owl design

To claim come to

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The Picton Gazette

Prince Edward Learning Centre We are currently looking for volunteers: Board of Directors, commiƩees, fundraising PELC is an adult literacy and basic skills agency serving County residents for almost 20 years.

We offer a vast array of training opportunities, including basic skills upgrading, GED test prep, college prep, computer training, Essential Skills training, and so much more.

Are you looking for an important way to give back to your community?

Call PELC 613-476-1811 princeedwardlearning@bellnet.ca

An information package is available upon request.

Must be a County resident.

PELC Blog: http://princeedwardlearningcentre.blogspot.ca

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SPECIAL NOTICE HERITAGE HALL

BUFFET DINNER BBQ PORK & ROAST CHICKEN Sunday, June 9

th

Serving 4pm - 7pm $12.50 per person

613-476-2342 166 County Rd 6 *No Reservations

CARD OF THANKS

The family of the late Joyce Arnold wish to convey their thanks and appreciation to all that have made our great loss easier to bear. For the many donations, flowers, cards & assistance we thank you. A special thank you to Whattam Funeral Home & staff. Daughters Vicki, Susan & Vera and their families.

COMING EVENTS

OBTAIN YOUR "Z" licence, MTO Approved Ontario Safety League, 12 hour "Z" Endorsement course, June 20th-21st. For registration information contact Frank, 613-5410407. Pro-tech Transportation & Industrial Safety Training Services.

PECGHL Friday Night Men’s League

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Tues. June 11th, 7:30pm @ Coach’s Bar & Grill The executive encourages attendance COME SPEAK YOUR MIND MEMORIAMS

HOTSTON, Rick. In loving memory of a dear son and brother, who left us quietly on June 12, 1997.

Down the path of memories, We gently tread today, For our loving thoughts are with you, As life goes on its way.

We often talk about you, With love and sad regret, For we who loved you dearly, Never will forget.

Always loved and remembered by Mom and Gordon.

HOTSTON- Rick. In loving memory of a much loved brother and uncle who passed away June 12, 1997.

No one heard the footsteps Of angels drawing near Who took from earth to Heaven The one we loved so dear He has not really left us Nor has he traveled far Just entered God's beautiful garden And left the door ajar.

We can't know why some things happen But we can know that love and beautiful Memories outlast the pain of grief.

Thanks for watching over us. Love always, Kendra and Otto, Monika, Brad, Braelyn and Madelyn.

MOORE, Jean Ila. In loving memmory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother, who passed away June 7, 2006.

My wife, mother, grandmother Was someone special, Who can never be replaced Her memory in our daily lives Can never be erased.

Time cannot steal the memories We carry in our hearts Or take away the happy years Of which she was a part.

Forever loved and sadly missed by husband Raymond, Paul, Lynda, Brent, Michelle and Karen.

STORMS- Fred George. November 16, 1925-June 10, 2006.

God saw you getting tired When a cure was not to be So he closed his arms around you And whisphered come with me You didn't deserve what you went through So he gave you a rest God's garden must be beautiful He only keeps the best I take a walk down memory lane With tears upon my cheek The years I had with you Are mine to have and hold I hold you close within my heart And there you will remain To walk with you throughout our lives until we meet again in Heaven.

Always loved and never forgotten.

His beloved wife Noreen, 3 children, 8 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and 3 step grandchildren.

COMING EVENTS

THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013

Picton Chapter #273 Order of the Eastern Star

DEATH

Presents our 7th annual

DOWN EAST LOBSTER SUPPER Saturday, June 22

Prince Edward Masonic Hall, 1325 Loyalist Parkway, Picton 2 sittings 4:30 P.M. and 6:45 P.M. Steak $15 • PEI Lobster $25 • Steak and Lobster $35 includes potatoes, salads, desserts, beverages ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY - for tickets call Val MacDonald 613-476-4667, Pat Norton 613-966-9499 Net proceeds from this event will be in support of PROSTATE CANCER PATIENTS IN PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY The Prince Edward County Chamber of Tourism & Commerce Invites its members and prospective members to a

Meet & Greet

At Wellington on the Lake Golf Course, 157 Prince Edward Drive, Wellington On Thursday, June 13th, from 5 to 7 pm

Summer kick off networking opportunity. See what’s going on.

Bring your rack or business cards.

Make others aware of your business and what you offer.

Learn of new businesses and opportunities.

Share experiences and take away information and new ideas.

You must RSVP so we will have enough food for y’all.

Call Jan @ 614-476-2421 or email contactus@pecchamber.com

MEMORIAMS

TAYLOR, In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather, Horace Taylor, who passed away June 7, 1981.

He was someone very special, He can never be replaced, His memory in our daily lives, Can never be erased.

Forever loved and missed, Elva, Bod, Deanna and families.

UBDEGROVE, Allan.

June 17,1943-June 9, 2007 Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you are always there, The gates of memories will never close, We miss you more than anyone knows, Never more than a thought away, Loved and remembered every day.

Love Sally, Tim, Clay, Kelsey and Brandon

DEATH

BEDFORD, Harry Peacefully at his home on Sunday, June 2, 2013. Harry Bedford of Picton, at the age of 48. Loved father of Ryan Bedford. Loved brother of Mary and her husband Kevin Mayne of Stoney Creek and Bill, Laura and her partner Jonathan Dainard and Fred, all of Picton. Remembered fondly by his many nieces and nephews. Harry rested at the HICKS FUNERAL HOME, 2 Centre Street, Picton. 613476-5571. Memorial Service in the Chapel on Friday, June 7 at 2pm. The Reverend Dennis Pringle officiating. Cremation has taken place. Memorial donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. (cheques only, please) The family will receive friends on Friday afternoon from 1pm until service time. www.hicksfuneralhome.ca

DEATHS

WRIGHT, Winston Colin

passed away quietly at PECMH, May 28, 2013 at the age of 71, after a stoic battle with cancer.

Eldest son of the late Colin and Phyllis Wright (nee Bamford).

Beloved partner of the late Diane Hagen and her family, and former husband of Margaret Wright (nee Thompson). Loving father of Scott (Jocelyn) Wright and dear grandfather of Marlie.

Also survived by brothers George of Winnipeg and Frank (Arlene) of Picton, and cousins Archie (Ruth) Wright of Waupoos and Judy Bamford of Toronto.

Dear uncle to Natalie Wright of Picton and Michael and Kim Wright of Winnipeg. Predeceased by his youngest brother David and cousin Arthur (Suzanne) Wright. At Mr. Wright’s request, cremation has taken place. According to his wishes, a reception will be held at the Elks Lodge, Picton on June 9, 2013 from 1 to 4pm. Remembrances are scheduled atter 2pm. If desired, donations to the Elks Lodge Branch 326 would be appreciated.

OBITUARY

SHILTON, David John Peacefully at H.J. McFarland Memorial Home on Monday June 3rd, 2013, David Shilton, formerly of Bloomfield, Ottawa and Vancouver at the age of 75. Beloved husband of Tricia. Dear father of Brian and his wife Linda of London, Ontario and Cathy Shilton and her partner Greg Brown of Darwin, Austrailia.

Dear brother of Mary Mellor and her husband Brian of Picton. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Lucy, Zach and Beatrice. A Memorial gathering will be held at a later date.

If desired, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Prince Edward County, 90 King St., Picton, ON, K0K2T0 or Hospice Prince Edward, 403 Main St., 2nd floor, Rm# 206, Picton, ON, K0K2T0 would be appreciated by the family. (cheques only, please) Arrangements entrusted to the Whattam Funeral Home 33 Main Street, Picton, Ontario. Online donations and condolences at www.whattamfuneralhome.com

Rest in Peace SCANLON, Gabriel Anthony

Suddenly in the neonatal intensive care unit at Kingston General Hospital on Friday May 31st at 4:19am, Gabriel, born on April 19, passed away peacefully in the loving arms of his parents. Gabriel was six weeks old, son of loving parents Justin and Sierra Scanlon.

Service will be held on Friday June 14 at Emmanual Baptist Church in Bloomfield at 11am. Memorial donations to the University Hospital Kingston Foundation for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit would be appreciated c/o The University Hospital Kingston Foundation, 201-366 King Street East, Kingston, ON 613-549-5452.

Garage/Yard Sale Guide Milford Market

NOW OPEN

Saturdays 9am - 2pm

There’s something for everyone!

Come see the many different vendors and stay for a BBQ!

YARD SALE Saturday June 8 9am - 2pm rain day Sun. June 9th

10 Wellington St. Bloomfield LOTS OF EVERYTHING... old stuff and not so old stuff, everything clean like new!

Randil Bruce Claxton

Randy Claxton, of Cherry Valley Ontario, passed away peacefully at home on April 16, 2013 at the age of 77.

Cherished husband of Barbara. Beloved father of Brett (Sue), Rick (Rhonda), Geri and Lisa. Sadly missed by sisters Beverley (Larry), Sheila (Dennis) and Sharen (Joe), grandchildren Derek, Andrew and Taylore and great granddaughter Brooklyn.

Randy was born in Picton, Ontario in 1936. In 1956 he joined the RCMP. Following a long and distinguished career, Randy retired in 1984 as a Superintendent and accepted the appointment as CSIS Director General of BC Region, Vancouver. In 1988 Randy was appointed as CSIS Senior Liaison Officer, Washington DC. Randy retired in 1990 and returned to Prince Edward County where he commenced an active retirement life. Randy devoted much time and energy to preserve and strengthen valuable health care services in his community and served as President of the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation. He also served as Director & Chair of the Prince Edward Corrections Advisory Board and as Secretary & President of the Kiwanis Club of Picton.

The Claxton family wishes to thank Dr. David Seybold (Picton), Dr. Roger Levesque (Belleville), Dr. Conrad Falkson (Kingston) and their staff, Joscelyn Matthewman, the VON nurses and PSWs for their extraordinary care to Randy. A special thanks to Reverend Lynne Donovan for her spiritual support to Randy and his family.

Also a special thank you to family and friends who sent flowers, cards, food and made memorial donations.

Randy showed great courage and tenacity in fighting a long battle with a consuming disease. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.

YARD SALE

38 Stanley Street Bloomfield 9am - 4pm

June 7, 8, 9 Some Tools

CLEARANCE SALE of Jams, Marmalade, Chutneys, Relishes, some Pickles.

Also African Violets, Rose of Sharon Shrubs

113 Morrison Pt. Rd. (next to Vicki Veggies)

613-476-6929

YARD SALE

2 FAMILY YARD SALE Saturday June 8 10 Lakeside Drive corner of Melville Rd.

YARD SALE

Saturday June 8 8am 2302 County Rd 49

Something for everyone.

Hockey cards, car races cards, tools, stamps (mint & used)

HUGE GARAGE SALE Rain or Shine 1667 Cty Rd 15 9am - 5pm Sat. June 8 Sun. June 9

New & used small appliances, household items, jewellery, crystal, tools, picture frame, double bed comforters, linens and more items too numerous to list.

STORAGE LOCKER SALE

Contents must be seen

June 8 and 9 8:00am - on

5 MacSteven Drive north off Johnson

YARD SALE

Saturday June 8 8:30am - 3pm 6 Mill Street Bloomfield

No Earlybirds Please!

613-393-0160

17 Church St. Picton

Fundraiser for a family in need Crafts, housewares, appliances, baby clothes, costumes, tools, etc.

Raffle/Draw for items & services For info on donations call

Saturday June 8 8am

Exercise equipment, books, household items

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SATURDAY, JUNE 8

AT 12:00 NOON. AUCTION SALE - FLOCK OF SHEEP FOR ELIAS MILLER, STIRLING DOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE This sale features a nice flock of Katadhin & Katadhin Cross Ewes & Katadhin Cross Dorper Ewe Lambs. A number of Ewes are rebred & will be due sale time & later. 2 Dorper Rams & 1 NC Cheviot Ram also sell. This is an excellent sale to source your flock of sheep. Sheep will be sold in pen lots.

Approx. 125 head sell AUCTIONEERS: DOUG JARRELL & BEN TREVERTON 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com

MONDAY, JUNE 10TH AT 1 P.M.

ANTIQUE & MODERN & COLLECTABLE AUCTION SALE From the Home of Mr. & Mrs. Harold Macklin of Napanee and other selected items At the Palace Building Fair Grounds, York St., Napanee (Behind Curling Club) FEATURING: Stacking bookcase; fishing lures; pedal tractor; musical instruments ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES: Barrister’s bookcase; mantle clock with Normandy chimes (1939); very old wind-up cuckoo clock; cedar chest; parlour table; dining table & 6 chairs; corner whatnot; chest of drawers; hall mirror; oak office chair; small Orcana organ; gingerbread clock; old fishing lures; older John Deere pedal tractor with trailer; cans & tins; old gun pieces; 2 boxes of comics & other 12 cent ones; 2 cast iron machinery seats; Labatts & Coors beer signs; Tony Stewart collectables; sterling silver & 10 kt gold rings & other pieces; old quilts; FURNITURE and APPLIANCES: 2 twin electric beds, dual controls (equivalent to queen size) with head & foot board; electric lift chair; buffet hutch; wall clock; double bed, box, mat, dresser & chest of drawers; sofa bed; love seat & chair; 2 recliners; fern stand; computer & fax; hall table; fridge & stove; chest freezer; washer (as new) & dryer; microwave; 2 floor fans; 2 dehumidifiers MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS: Washburn Maverick electric guitar; flat top Mitchell with case (needs repair); Conn Saxophone; Bundy clarinet; karaoke machine CHINA, GLASS, SILVER & FIGURINES: 10 five place settings of Royal Albert Old Country Roses; 9 five place settings of Royal Albert Serene plus additional pieces; several other 5 x 1 place settings of Royal Albert dishes; pink depression; old cranberry; art glass; ruby; carnival; crystal & a quantity of other good dishes; chest of silver - several different patterns; OTHER: 14' Aluminum ladder; Yardworks leaf picker; snow blower (as new); mitre saw; air compressor; shop vac; air pig; spreader; garden tools AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: This is an excellent collection of china from the Macklin home shouldn’t miss this one.

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

FRIDAY, JUNE 14TH

Quality Consignment Sale 6:30pm Viewing 5:00pm 662 Cty. Rd. #12 3.5 kms southwest of Bloomfield at Koopmans Auction Centre Antique walnut gate leg drop leaf table, Antique china cabinet, Antique hanging lamp, Antique small compass, Antique carving set, Antique calendars, Cash register, stamps and coins, Toy tractor collection, microsuede sectional couch, bed chesterfield, coffee tables, table and 6 chairs, bar, 7 piece Queen size bedroom suite, corner curio cabinet, highchairs, entertainment wall unit for flat screen TV, desk, large area rug, house wares, beautiful framed numbered print by Tom Thompson #233/1995, Horizon fitness treadmill with incline, fishing poles and tackle, weather vain, baby stroller and car seat, jolly jumper, jewellery, parts washer, Mitre saw, large selection of hardware, Troy-Bilt 11hp snow blower with electric start, gas powered lawn mower, plus much more. This estate is good quality, clean items. A must attend sale. Check website for pictures. www.koopmansauctionservices.com Always accepting good clean consignment for upcoming sales.

We also conduct Estates and Commercial sales on site.

For your entire auction needs, call Auctioneer: Gerald Koopmans 613-393-1732.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15TH

AT 11:00 AM AUCTION SALE - LEWIS AND DENISE ZANDBERGEN 232 UNION ROAD, R.R.#1 ELDORADO, ONT. 6 miles NORTH of Madoc on Highway # 62 and turn WEST onto Deloro Road for 2 miles and turn NORTH onto Union Road for 1 mile.

VINTAGE VEHICLE 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook 2 door hard top with 3 on the three transmission- 6 cyl flat head, restored – good running condition; ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES - antique Mothers helper cupboard, antique oak sideboard with slag glass panel doors, antique walnut vanity and bench, antique dresser, antique Eastlake bed, antique iron bed, child’s antique stroller, vintage doll carriage, maple high chair, vintage radio, mantle clock, chest of silver, rare “Self defense” book by Dewey Mitchell, sofa and chair, vintage child ‘s watch store display, Original 1878 Belden Hastings PE County Atlas, vintage school maps, repro atlases, framed Royalty pieces, vintage kitchenware’s and serving pieces, repro cast toys, tin train, Vintage CN telegraph set, 1880′s ladies beaded vest, Dutch pipes, sad irons, vintage lamps, antique Magic lantern slide projector, robot radio, Staffordshire dinnerware, tins, framed vintage jewelry, numerous other articles TERMS- CASH OR CHEQUE OWNER & AUCTIONEER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENT OR INJURY DAY OF SALE SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS Plainfield 613-477-2082 www.sullivanauctions.com for photos

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12TH

AT 5:00 P.M. AUCTION SALE DOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE Round maple kitchen table/2 leaves & 4 chairs, matching hutch, old cupboard (painted), glider rocker, bedroom set including frame, matching bureau & 2 night tables, hall table/ mirror, small tables, patio glider loveseat, firplace mantle/ electric fireplace, 2 night tables, assorted chairs & entertainment unit. Large “open” sign, a number of Royal Doulton figurines, jewelry box, 2 coca cola trays, hockey cards, cast iron pig bank, assorted knives, 2 “Union” 76 8 inch gas pumps, “Lakefield” dairy cartons (new), 10 Ford 100th anniversary tire gauges, Pepsi cola portable radio, silver plate, crystal pieces, quill box, Bunnykins pieces, cranberry jack in the pulpit vase, old arrowheads, JD cast iron match safe, assorted qty. of glass & china. Rockwell model 46010 wood lathe, small shop tools and many more pieces.

See my web site for detailed list & photos.

AUCTIONEERS: DOUG JARRELL & BEN TREVERTON 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12TH

AT 10:00 AM AUCTION SALE - VADER EXCAVATING LTD. 94 MINERAL ROAD, R.R.#5 BELLEVILLE, ONT. Exit NORTH off 401 Highway at Belleville (Interchange 543B) for ¼ mile and turn EAST onto Maitland Drive to Mineral Road.

EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLES - 2012 Cat 420F 4 wd backhoe with quick Attach front and rear, 24” trenching bucket, extra plumbing-700 hrs – like new condition; 1998 Western Star highway tractor with Cummings diesel, 10 speed transmission, 450,000 km – good running condition; 2002 Ford F250 4 x 4 pick up truck with 8 ft Western snow plow- 239,000 kms; 35 ton drop neck float, Eager Beaver 20 ton tandem axle float trailer, 1994 International Sand truck 12 ft 3 way poly blade, 12 ft side tilt box, Cummings diesel engine, 18 speed transmission 197,000 km- running condition; Tray Mack 140 hoe ram, 3500 lb hoe ram, Twist O Wrist excavator bucket, 24”- 30” excavator buckets, 18”,24”, 30” 42” back hoe buckets; 48 ft aluminum sided storage trailer with interior shelving, TOOLS - Stihl TS400 concrete saw, Stihl TS 420 concrete cutting saw, partner Concrete saw, Landa oil fired hot water high pressure washer, stationary air compressor, Honda 2” water pump, 2” submersible pump, Kango drill and bits, bomag jumping jack compactor,\ Floor model drill press, transit, 5500 w portable generator, ¾ “ impact wrench, 20 ton hydraulic jack, hand tools, chains, straps, hooks, air greaser, transmission jacks, home base and mobile radios, brass fittings, hardware bins, Tiger torch air cylinder, parts washer, various size poly pipes, 2’ x 2’ x 8’ concrete retaining blocks, big o pipe, wire fence panels, safety fencing, concrete parking curbs, construction signage, steel I beams, used culverts, numerous other articles, INCLUSIONS:Massey Ferguson 275 diesel tractor – 3440 hrs – good rubber, good running condition; Bombardier Sea Doo personal water craft on single axle trailer.

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

SATURDAY, JUNE 15TH

AT 10:00 A.M. ON SITE AUCTION SALE - JIM & MARG HAGERMAN, STIRLING Directions: From the stop lights in Stirling drive west on Carmel Rd 6 Kms to 939 Carmel Rd. Household: Selling is an old tongue & groove cupboard (blue crackle paint), antique dining room table, antique china cabinet, gingerbread clock, antique press back rocking chair, 2 section barristers bookcase, antique rocking chair with leather inlaid seat & back, old coal oil lamps, finger oil lamp, double oxen yoke, old ship bookends, corner what not, Singer treadle sewing machine, pine dining room table with 2 leaves & 6 chairs, pine hutch, rocker recliner, matching chesterfield & chair set, entertainment unit. Bedroom set including a double bed, 2 night tables, hi-boy, and dresser & mirror. Antique dresser & mirror, mantle clock, old photo album & several old tin types, 2 big little books, old crock (as found), cast iron fry pans, old picnic basket, Banner dustless ash sifter, old wood crates, wash tub stand, drying rack, assorted old chairs, wrought iorn plant stand. Several old milk bottles including: Cobourg City, Silverwoods & Campbells dairy. A large qty. of glass and china sells including pink depression, old berry bowls, numerous cups & saucers, juice pitcher & 5 matching glasses and numerous collector plates. Qty of linens & bedding, Kenmore vacuum cleaner, Kenmore washing machine, Inglis dryer (1 year old), and several small kitchen appliances. Tools, Lawn & Garden: Cub Cadet LT1018 42” cut riding mower with only 164 hours (like new), Troy Built 22” push mower with front wheel assist & bagger, Toro push mower with front wheel assist, lawn roller, lawn detacher, garden cart, broadcaster, garden cart, wheel barrow, Beach tool chest loaded with wrenches, sockets & assorted hand tools, Simoniz S2000 gas pressure washer, 24’ aluminum extension ladder, Mastercraft tap & die set, small 11LB anvil(new), blacksmiths vise, barn lanterns, old wood carpenters chest, barn lanterns, numerous old traps & pelt stretchers, hay & manure forks, chains, load binders, 2 old milkers, stainless steel pail, qty. of garden tools, numerous tool boxes (many with tools), and a large qty. of hardware & fasteners.

See website for detailed list & photos.

AUCTIONEERS: DOUG JARRELL & BEN TREVERTON 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, MC, or Cheque/ ID Lunch available Owners and/or auctioneers not responsible in case of accident.

FRIDAY, JUNE 14TH

AT 10:00 AM AUCTION SALE - DON AND RANA HARRIS 139 OLD KINGSTON ROAD, BELLEVILLE, ONT. ½ mile EAST of Belleville on “Old Highway # 2” and turn NORTH onto Old Kingston Road (Vicinity of Ken Just Motors) ATV AND TOOLS - 2000 Yamaha “Grizzly” 600cc 4 x 4 ATV with front mount snow blade- 306 kms- excellent condition; 2005 Suzuki 4 hp 4 stroke outboard motor with 12 hours; 8 ft Zodiac boat, Champion 3500 w portable generator, Mastercraft 36” wood lathe, Kodiak 3.8 hp gas powered high pressure washer, Delta 14” band saw, King 6” jointer, Porter cable portable air compressor, Craftsman 13 gal shop vac, DeWalt 12” single surface planer, King 10” table saw, Mastercraft oscillating sander, King scroll saw, Rigid 16 gal shop vac, 8 ft hardwood work bench, King floor model drill press, Homelite gas powered hedge trimmer, Pioneer chainsaw, 4000 watt pulley driven generator, Mastercraft stacking tool chest, combination belt/disc sander, power tools, hand tools, rechargable tools, machinist wooden tool chest, Coleman lantern, antique barn lanterns, railway lamps, wood clamps, broad axe, brass fire extinguisher, brass steel yards, John Labatts wooden barrel, antique boring drill, 1921,26 Ont license plates, snow shoes, buck saw, cross cut saws, milk cans, tin signage, numerous other articles from a well equipped shop.

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

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Our Human Resources Department is currently accepting applications for the following positions in the Engineering, Development & Works Commission, reporting to the Facilities Manager: • Part Time Custodian (1) • Part Time Landfill Attendant (2) The Custodian will be responsible for the cleaning and light maintenance of their designated Town Halls. Job duties include the collection and removal of garbage and recycling, removal of snow and ice from hall entrances, the opening and closing of halls for functions, minor repairs and maintenance, and assisting other custodians with project work. Starting hourly rate: $15.88 per hour.

The Landfill Attendant is responsible for the day-to day operations within any of The County’s landfill or transfer sites. The Landfill Attendant is expected to follow County procedures and guidelines related to the disposal of waste and recyclables and will be responsible for collecting and submitting all fees and charges as per County Policy.

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We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer.

The personal information being collected will be used in accordance with The Municipal Act and The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and shall only be used in the selection of a suitable candidate.

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patience in coming back against Titans AdAm BrAmBurger

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As early as their first days together as a team, the PECI Panthers knew they’d need mental toughness if they were to capture their Bay of Quinte baseball title back this season.

Coach Matt Ronan can remember taking his crew through a series of drills that pushed them to the brink of throwing up, then pushed it a little more.

“We just talked about that seventh inning and how to respond. We talked about character,” he said.

The Panthers needed that seventh-inning toughness and yes, even a little more, as they beat the defending champs from St. Theresa 3-2 in eight innings to capture the Bay of Quinte pennant Thursday.

The win was delivered off the bat of Kyle Gould, who knocked the ball hard up the middle just past the outstretched glove of Titan second baseman Blaine Farrell, who put forward a valiant leap to try to keep the game alive. Phil Seguin, who started the offence by taking a pitch to the back, trotted in from third base with his second straight run.

“I was just waiting for it to get through and as soon as I saw it coach sent me home,” said Seguin. “I was so excited once I got in because I knew we had the Bay of Quinte.”

The gut check would come much earlier for the Panthers, however. The Titans trotted their ace lefty Farrell out to the hill for the first four innings and he did not disappoint.

The vet walked off the field with a one-hit shutout and a two-run lead after reaching his four-inning maximum. The Panthers’ dugout was left searching for answers.

“Blaine Farrell is what's great about baseball in the Quinte region,” Ronan said of the rival who is headed to Kansas on a baseball scholarship next year. “He was in our heads, no doubt about it, but we battled through.”

Through two innings, Panthers starter Matt Gallo was neck-and-neck with Farrell, but in the third, the defence behind him faltered slightly, leading to two runs.

With McTaggert on the mound, the Panthers pushed back in the fifth.

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mAking the plAy Panthers shortstop Kyle Gould prepares to tag a St. Theresa base runner as second baseman Phil Seguin provides backup Thursday. The middle infielders would also team up to produce the winning run. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

Bob Wilson was hit by a pitch leading off, a George Goddard double got him to third and Scott McQuaid sent him home with a bloop single over third base.

PECI’s other run came in the sixth as Seguin led off with a single, then quietly stole second base. Arnold followed with a gap single.

The Panthers looked to get into a tricky rundown on a Gould fly as Seguin remained on third base and Arnold charged around to the hot corner. Somehow, the Titans panicked and threw to second allowing Seguin to score to tie.

An opportune runner, Seguin said the Panthers stuck to their game plan and chipped away until they felt some life in the game.

“There was a lot of mental focus to wait it out,” he said. “As soon as we got on that second pitcher, we just went to work and did what we do. That 2-0 that one inning got us down but we kept our heads up.

“Rob Garden made a good point, we've never had a game where we scored less than two runs and that pulled us through.”

Defensively, Wilson pitched three innings of one-hit ball, then Gould cleaned up the final two sessions of Titans batters.

Arnold, a fifth-year vet who had been with the Panthers since the program’s inception said it was hard not to feel a few nerves.

“A few nerves came out but in the end we got what we wanted,” he said.

Arnold said the Panthers’ goal all season was to sweep through the season to win the league and they just went step-by-step until they were able to finish and punch tickets to the OFSAA

CeleBrAtion Josh Arnold, centre, and Matt Dobson (2). embrace Kyle Gould after he knocked a hit into the gap that scored the winning run for the Panthers in the eighth inning Thursday.. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

east tournament in Oshawa.

Ronan said he didn’t expect the Panthers to have an easy go and to their credit, they didn’t. They had to rise above adversity.

“We expected games along the way and there were,” he said. “It’s nice to see there's talent beyond three schools now.”

Ronan said his veteran leaders like Arnold, Goddard, and Gallo set an example through their actions and all 19 players bought into it to win.

In Oshawa, the Panthers

played four games in less than 24 hours, compiling a 2-2 record and reaching the quarter-final.

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They rebounded to beat Stoney Creek’s Orchard Park 4-3 to advance to a second day, but ultimately ran out of steam against Hamilton’s Notre Dame 11-1.

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The Wellington Dukes have started to assemble the pieces to solve a vexing puzzle called the OJHL‘s East Division.

The club announced last week the acquisition of four players with junior hockey experience that should bolster the club's 2013-2014 lineup.

Wellington Dukes coach and general manager Marty Abrams has hand picked three top players from the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (Junior B) 2013 Sutherland Cup finalist Cambridge Winterhawks and added a familiar face from the OJHL that was an integral part of the Whitby Fury 2011 OJHL playoff run.

Coming to Wellington from Junior B ranks for the coming season are netminder Lucas Machalski, defenceman Andrew Coupland and forward Cody Gratton.

Machalski posted a 2711-2 record for the Winterhawks who rode a second place finish in the GOJHL's Midwestern Conference all the way to the seventh game of the Ontario Junior B championship.

The 6”1' Cambridge native was the GOJHL's 2013 goaltender of the year, leading the 26 team circuit in wins, shutouts (8), goals against average (2.23) and save percentage (.932).

The diminutive Gratton led his team in points during the regular season (31 goals +27 assists, 58 points) and the Sudbury native didn't stop scoring in the post season, picking up 35 points in 29 playoff games.

Coupland was the main man on the Hawks blueline this past season, potting three goals and picking up 24 assists while winning the Midwestern Conference defenceman of the month three times.

Like Gratton and Machalski, the Glen Morris native is a 1994-birth year player.

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In his final season of Junior A hockey, Deeg will be expected to bring his fine two way game to the Essroc Centre every night and provide Abrams and company with some stability away from the club's top line.

Abrams said he was happy with the development of the younger players that filled Wellington's roster last season but believed the roster moves help build depth.

“It's real early in the offseason and we could lose a player or to the OHL so bringing in these players, especially Gratton and Deeg help build our depth offensively,” Abrams said.

As the 2013 postseason wore on, more and more Junior A teams started to notice the Winterhawks and their run.

Abrams said there were about 10-12 Junior A teams including several BCHL clubs on the recruitment trail of some or all of the trio.

“We came in very late and in speaking with the players, they really want to win but they also want to play at the NCAA level,” Abrams said.

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months as far as the Wellington netminding situation was concerned.

Hayden Lavigne, who played 20 games for the club this past season as a 16-yearold rookie netminder, was leaving the club for the TriCity Storm of the United States Hockey League.

According Abrams, Lavigne travelled to Kearney, Nebraska to meet with the Storm during the past season, totally unbeknownst to the Dukes general manager.

“We are extremely disappointed with the way he went about things. We have no tolerance for that type of backdoor stuff. He's more than welcome to go and play for Tri-City,” Abrams said.

This revelation came earlier in the spring when the Abrams spoke to officials at the University of Michigan where Lavigne had accepted an NCAA scholarship.

“To sneak around and go behind our back, it's just not the way to do business.. .Players have no problem coming into my office every single day and they know that I'm available pretty much 24/7. I hope it works out for him because if not, it's going to be a long winter,” Abrams said, adding Lavigne must have gotten some very good exposure while playing in the OJHL. “Hayden Lavigne got a full NCAA scholarship offer for every 3.5 games he played for the Wellington Dukes so I think we did OK by him. He played 20 games and he had six scholarship offers not to mention an OHL contract offer from the Belleville Bulls so I think we've done our part for Mr. Lavigne,” said Abrams.

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“The Junior B league is a great league but when you look at the number of NCAA packages handed out to Ontario hockey players, the majority are coming from Junior A and that's just a fact of life.

The Dukes’ track record of developing players for the next level and the way we've maintained an excellent level of competitive over the past decade played in their decision to come to Wellington.”

Abrams added the Cambridge organization was extremely easy to deal with and the process was as smooth and seamless as he has ever seen it.

In terms of the players, Malchalski fills the net very well and Abrams was impressed with his ability to perform under pressure.

Malchalski had a pair of overtime wins in a thrilling seven game series win over the Kitchener Dutchmen in the second round of the GOJHL Midwestern Conference Semi Finals.

“I was impressed by his ability to perform under pressure. He's extremely calm and composed, he's got a great net presence and he showed on his championship run why so many teams were interested.”

At 5”8', Gratton might be easy to miss in a crowd.

But give him the puck and watch him work wonders said Abrams.

“He's one of those guys that is very physically strong for a guy his size. He showed that in the playoffs. We needed to add to the offence and we've done that. We've also added to the team speed. Cody's a high energy

player with great instincts,” he said.

In picking up Coupland, Abram's has secured a puck moving defenceman that can make a nice first pass out of the defensive zone.

“We've got a real good core of returning defenceman but I like Andrew's mobility and the way he reads the play. He knows when to jump into the rush and showed a ton of composure in the playoffs,” Abrams said.

While Deeg hasn't lit up the score sheet in his four year OJHL career, he hasn't been playing for an offensively prolific club.

Historically low scoring but efficient defensively, the Fury have always been a tough team to play against and Deeg embodies that twoway mentality.

“We inquired about Steven last year but he wasn't available,” Abrams said.” I think he was looking for a change, Whitby contacted us and and we jumped at the opportunity.”

Deeg was a great scorer in minor hockey and Abrams is hopeful the 5'11” Ajax native can recapture the scoring touch without giving up what has made him successful.

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The fastest Grade 10 athlete in eastern Ontario isn't a sprinter from Ottawa or a member of the vaunted Thousand Islands Secondary School track and field powerhouse.

He's from Picton, attends PECI, runs for the Panthers and is named Cole Norton.

Norton lined up in the marquee event at day two of the East Regionals Track and Field meet in Belleville and blasted down the 100 m length of Bruce Faulds track in 10.8 seconds, shading his rival Shermar Paul from Ottawa's St. Paul Catholic High School by five hundreths of a second to win.

The Eastern Ontario championship was sweet redemption for Norton as it was Paul nipping Norton in the 200 metres a day earlier.

Norton completed the race in 22.22, less than onetenth of a second behind Shermar's time of 22.13.

While PECI has fared well at the East Regionals and has several throwing and jumping titles, the victory in the 100-metre dash marks the local secondary school's first track title in several years perhaps even decades. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He just keeps getting faster and faster and he's keeping his focus,â&#x20AC;? PECI coach Suzanne White said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He's fun to watch.â&#x20AC;?

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The PECI student was happy with his performance in light of the fact it came against last year's OFSAA midget boys champion with whom he maintains a friendly rivalry. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shermar said he was here to take care of business last weekend and he's a confident guy but I saw a weakness, I got a really great start and was able to beat him,â&#x20AC;?

Norton said.

The other OFSAA qualifying entry at the East Regionals was the 4 x 100 relay team which Norton anchors.

Norton, Blaine Swackhammer, midget boys sprinter Lucas Clarke and Graysen St. Pierre posted a personal best time of 46.13 which would have broken the Central Ontario Secondary School record.

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I'm really proud of them,â&#x20AC;? Norton said of his relay teammates. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It's a huge personal best, we've got the best team in central Ontario.â&#x20AC;?

Other athletes participating for PECI but failing to move on were Melissa Paradis and Amanda Whalen.

Whalen came sixth in the junior girls high jump with a personal best leap of 1.50 m and the first -year senior Paradis was 13th in the triple jump with a mark of 10.12 m.

PECI senior thrower Courtney Wilson had been hoping to reclaim past glory and qualify for OFSAA as she did in her junior year of 2010 but the graduating student athlete couldn't crack the top four in the discus, javelin or shot put. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Courtney didn't have her best day but she competed as hard as she could,â&#x20AC;?

White said.

A member of PECI's prom committee, Wilson was spread a little thin on Friday as she tried to organize and prepare for the annual senior soiree and

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MacGuyver Daubney Memorial Golf Tournament gives more than $120,000 to families in need over a decade On Saturday afternoon, Staff writer

Mike and Charlotte Daubney pulled up a pair of lawn chairs and sat over-

looking the 18th green at the Picton Golf and Country Club.

Though that might be a more visible place than they'd prefer, the pair

deserved the comfortable perch as their MacGuyver Daubney Memorial Tournament has raised more than $120,000 for charity since its inception 10 years ago. Saturday was officially their final round.

The course was one of their son's favourite places to be in the years leading up to his death in 2003 at age 16, due to a brain tumour. While MacGuyver was a leading athlete and one of the top hockey players of his age group, he turned to golf as it was one sport his illness didn't prevent him from playing.

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The Sunshine Foundation has said "We gave you a wish, but we've never had anyone come back to give us more wishes."

Daubney said it was an easy choice to do that as well as to find money for people in this community who are struggling to deal with crises or who have little to go around. He added his family has never really sought attention for their good deeds, particularly since they’ve been in the shoes of those they help.

"We've been through it," he said. "We had needles that were like $30,000 each not covered. You just cash in everything you've got and you go for it."

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each year, including friends and family members. Each year, also, Garcia has sent a prize to be handed out.

"We always have a good bunch," he said. "You can go up to anyone and talk to them, we're all always smiling. Even when we've had rain, they don't care, they keep playing.

Daubney says they've been doing it all for families, however it's a good tradition that has now run its course. He explained his the family initially decided to stage the tournament for five years, then added another five years at the bequest of friends. There won't be another encore.

"We've done a good run and we're ending on a good note," said Charlotte. "It's somebody else's turn. The county's not that big to support too many charities, so we'll give someone else a chance. We don't mind doing it, but our friends didn't sign up forever."

The Sunshine Foundation is planning to send a bench to recognize the efforts of the MacGuyver Daubney Memorial. Mike says they'll place the bench at the Picton Golf and Country Club in memory of MacGuyver in hopes it will inspire others to carry on in his memory.

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The fact the business, which was named one of Canada's top 20 artisan food producers last year, is allowed to sell products at their kiosk is another reason the festival is high on their list.

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