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Volume 186, Week 12
THURSDAY
MARCH 24, 2016
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Canada’s longest publishing non-daily newspaper, proudly serving Prince Edward County since 1830 White Pines motions causing Quaiff angst
Military presence adds sweetness to Maple memories
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CFB Trenton personnel offer thrill at Hubbs Sugarbush as visitors flock to 15th festival CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER
The sweet smells of both maple and success were in the air across Prince Edward County this weekend. This year's incarnation of Maple in the County was another big success with sugar bushes around the county seeing significant crowds. The lines began early Saturday morning at Hubbs Sugarbush as the 39th annual pancake breakfast organized by Lake Lodge No. 215 featured special guests from CFB Trenton. “It was amazing after all the planning Brian Kauk has done on behalf of the Lake Lodge,” said Janice Hubbs of Hubbs Sugarbush and Sweetwater cabin. “Perseverance pays off because after planning this since September, it actually happened and the weather couldn't have been better.” A Griffon search and rescue helicopter circled the Hubbs' property and two search-and-rescue technicians parachuted into a nearby cornfield. The helicopter
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then landed and visitors got a chance to inspect the vehicle up close. Following the jump, CFB Trenton base commander Col. Colin Keiver, 424 Squadron commanding officer Lt.-Col. Dany Poitras and some of the base's high-ranking warrant officers took part in a special plaque dedication ceremony honouring the county's military personnel. The ceremony was organized by Lake Lodge members looking to express their appreciation to those who serve. Keiver said the gesture meant a lot. “We live in the community and our ability to get back out into the community and give back to the community means so much to us,” he said of the jump. “I honestly think we get just as much out of this as you do.” Ron Hubbs said the crowds began to form early at the sugarbush and he was pleased with how things were going. He said sap run has been slow, but the next two weeks look like there'll be good production weather.
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A wpd Canada White Pines road users agreement set to come before committee of the whole today is already ruffling some feathers. Mayor Robert Quaiff is urging councillors not to approve a Road Users’ Agreement (RUA) and a Community Benefits Agreement (CBA). The RUA would fulfill Condition N of the project's Renewable Energy Approval (REA) while the CBA would fulfill a condition requested by the municipality. A report to come before the committee says the RUA provides the framework for approving the wpd traffic management plan, which identifies haul routes to and from turbine sites and for approving the road use report which details existing road condition assessments. It would also ensure that any damage to County roads as a result of the project would be repaired to the County's satisfaction and would require the developer to have appropriate insurance and to post financial security with the municipality.
MAPLE FUN Above, a pair of search-and-rescue technicians provided some excitement at Hubbs Sugarbush by parachuting into the event. At left, Sophia, 3, and Megan Mertens enjoyed some maple snow taffy at Walt’s Sugar Shack during this year’s maple festivities. (Chad Ibbotson/ Gazette staff)
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County Reads promises five dynamic titles Two of this year’s books feature First Nations people JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER
The slate of the 2016 County Reads books and their champions were unveiled Monday morning at the Wellington Library. The marquee event of next month's 20th annual Prince Edward County Author's Festival will feature local luminaries speaking in support of Canadians authors Joseph Boydon, Elizabeth Hay, Wab Kinew, Jacques Poulin and Miriam Toews. County Reads founder and organizer Anne Preston said she was excited by this year's group of presenters and the diverse books they would be touting. “Its a very dynamic field that's very involved in the literacy and cultural life of Prince Edward County and they all have a great deal of input and connection into this community in very meaningful ways,” Preston told the Gazette. For the first time in its seven-year history, the County Reads will feature two selections concerning First Nations people and issues as well a book from Quebec. Last year, the County Reads presentation event took place before 200 people and seems to grow in popularity
COUNTY READERS From left, Dorothy Spiers, Hilary Fennell, Charles Morris, Melanie Dugan and Ken Murray will serve as presenters, championing their selected Canadian literary works at the seventh annual County Reads event April 14 at Books & Company. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff) and works at both the Picton Branch of the Prince Edward County Public Library as well as the Kingston Frontenac Public Library. Her long standing interest in first nations people and cultures relates itself well to Kinew's The Reason You Walk. The novel is an autobiography told by Kinew as he reconnects with his father who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. Kinew tells of his reconnection with an accomplished but distant aboriginal man who'd raised him as well as the communities he
every year. Preston said she is amazed at the traction the event gains year after year. “I am amazed because I remember the first County Reads and thinking if we get 50 people I'm going to be so happy,” Preston said. “Here we are in 2016 and we can't have more than 250 at Books & Company or the fire marshall is going to shut us down. The shelf life on this event has been incredible.” Among the presenters introduced to the media on Monday, Melanie Dugan has published four novels her self
lived as a child in Winnipeg and a reserve in Northern Ontario. As the story progresses, Kinew learns of the abuses suffered by his father in the residential school system and becomes a journey of self awareness and reconciliation. Dugan said she was happy to speak on behalf of the book and its author whom she heard speak on the CBC program Q. “Wab Kinew is so bright, hard working and charismatic,” Dugan explained.
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Future Forum brings fresh perspectives forward ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER
Young residents of Prince Edward County had an opportunity to share concerns and solutions relating to life in the municipality Monday evening at the inaugural Future Forum. About 40 people under age 35 gathered at the Lipson Room above Books & Company alongside a number of older residents interested in helping with youth issues. Early in the evening, organizers made it clear the next generation would be given the freedom to chart their own course. The young participants were sorted into small groups based on where they were sitting when they arrived. The groups were then ushered around to tables labelled with different areas of focus — environment, housing, employment, transportation, youth-friendly spaces, and other ideas. They could share their personal perspectives or write them in marker, all relatively anonymously. Samantha Kuipers, a PECI graduate who regularly commutes from her Northport Farm while completing her final year of theatre studies at Queen's University, liked the format for the evening. "It made a lot of people nervous at first thinking that we'd have to socialize and talk to people, but I think the
SHARING THEIR VOICE Future Forum organizer Rachael Tracey watches as Samantha Kuipers writes an environmental change she’d like to see in the community.Young residents shared views on several important issues. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
small-group setting allowed people to be more honest," she said. "It's not like they had to put their hands up in front of a group of people. They were allowed to talk more freely or maybe just write their down their idea while there were people looking to just get word out." The ideas flowed freely. With respect to the environment, several youth advocated the return of the Trash Bash spring cleanup. Some suggested solar panels should be placed on rooftops, not in open fields. Others hoped to see antihunting bylaws enforced. There was a general request for more
recycling and composting programs, more greenspaces and bee-friendly gardens. The transportation discussion included ideas like taxicab discounts for teenagers, bringing Uber to the county, setting up ride sharing networks, and promoting cycling through bicycle rental programs and more bike lanes. There was talk of creating more awareness of existing services like Deseronto Transit. Housing discussions included the idea of a couchsurfing network that would offer youth in need of housing a list of approved safe spaces they could sleep, affordable
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County Relay For Life sets goal of 60 teams raising funds to fight cancer at fairgrounds in June Organizers stage kick-off rally Sunday, gauge interest in a carnival to help all teams earn money CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER
Another season of Relay For Life fundraising events kicked off this weekend. On Sunday, organizers invited teams to the Picton Loyal Orange Lodge to sign up for the June 10 celebration.
Event chair Sherry Grimmon said Relay For Life is a huge event and an important one that helps fund Canadian Cancer Society research as well as programs to assist those living with cancer. “We fund a research project out of Queen's University, so a large chunk of our funds
go to that,” she said. “It's our baby in the Quinte area.” She said the Cancer Society also funds a driving program to get patients to appointments in Toronto, Ottawa, and Kingston and funds a peer support line where patients and their caregivers can be connected with others going
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through the same situations. Grimmon said she hoped at least 60 teams would sign up for Relay this year to help raise funds for those important projects. “We've had upwards of 75 in some years, but it really depends on the weather and what's going on in the county,” she said. With cancer touching so many lives, Grimmon said it isn't surprising so many people take part in Relay each year. Grimmon herself has a close connection with the disease. Her husband, Brad, battled Hodgkin's lymphoma and has been cancer free for the last eight years. “Our kids were two and four when he had his cancer so they've been involved in Relay for Life since they were that age,” she said. “They both have teams this year.” As far as entertainment goes, Grimmon said both Instant Rivalry and the Frere Brothers are signed up already. With a healthy contingent of high school participants, she said organizers are also looking for a few more youth acts to entertain some of the younger crowds. Those participating this year may get a chance to be part of something new. “We have a few new committee members this year, so we're hoping for a few brand new things that people haven't experienced before,” said Grimmon. She said possible new fundraising events leading up
SIGNING UP Volunteers Sterling Johnston and Melanie Plebon sign up participants for this year’s Relay for Life fundraiser, which take place June 10. Event chair Sherry Grimmon said she hoped for at least 60 teams to sign up. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)
to the June 10 Relay were discussed with the teams as they signed up on Sunday. “We're actually feeling out (teams) today,” she said. “We're possibly looking at doing a Relay For Life carnival where all the teams are going to take part.” Grimmon said the event has been discussed with local businesses and organizers are gauging interest. “Each team would be able to have a booth where they would collect money and that would be toward their fundraising goal,” she said. Grimmon said organizers are targeting a May date if that event moves forward. Bethany MacInnes was among those who signed up for Relay on Sunday. She said her cousin died of lung cancer a few years ago. She said since
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Quaiff making right move to maintain steadfast objection to project
CONSISTENT and unwavering. That’s a good description of Mayor Robert Quaiff’s position in fighting against the proliferation of industrial wind installations on the county’s south shore. This week, he again stepped to the table by imploring his colleagues at Shire Hall to not support roads-use and community benefit agreements for the proposed White Pines Wind Project. While some observers have argued the County should try to get all the benefit it can from its taxpayers out of an industrial application the provincial government’s politics have seemingly rubber stamped, Quaiff’s move is the only one that can be supported given the municipality’s stance on the project. A movement toward accepting the proposals as outlined would lay cracks in the armour of the Prince Edward County’s stance as unwilling hosts to industrial wind projects and suggest the municipality is, indeed, open for business. With the status of White Pines project still before the Environmental Review Tribunal and, inevitably, to be appealed before the courts, it is not the time for politician to be making deals on something that may happen. The correct approach, as the mayor points out — if his councillors are fervently in agreement they’re unwilling hosts — is to put their energy into limited means they have as creatures of statue to oppose the project now. True, they may be gambling away leverage in the long run to benefit financially from agreements with the developer through this gambit if the project is ultimately approved, however, when one considers the impacts Quaiff expects industrial wind development may have on tourism and the local economy, going all in against now may be a more prudent direction. The lamentable fact in all of this, however, is that municipal councillors
Stories From Our Past n More than 150 people attended a lecture at Metcalfe and Vandusen Chevrolet to learn about the chassis on the General Motors cars. The dealers suggested the company’s purchasing power allowed it to offer quality cars at a more affordable price. n Prince Edward MP John Hubbs was chosen as a member of parliamentary standing committees on printing, agriculture and colonization, and marine and fisheries. n Picton’s council and public utilities board held a joint meeting to discuss a pure water supply. Engineer Willis Chipman preferred a plan to pipe water in from Fox Cove.
n Lt. Ernest Bartlett was to be the featured speaker for the 24th annual Mariners’ Memorial Service at the Cherry Valley United Church. Bartlett saw extensive service in the Canadian Navy and spent time in captivity as a German prisoner during the war. n A new hydro line was being installed from Mountain View to Rednersville o address an overload on the electricity system stretching from Consecon to Rednersville. n Wellington residents were to vote on taking on $50,000 in debentures to fund an expansion at the village’s consolidated school for shop, home economics, and agricultural studies.
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ATRADITION OF GIVING The Cherry Valley Women’s Institute held a ham supper last Wednesday,continuing an ongoing practice since the 1950s.More than 80 people attended the sold-out supper, which raised funds for community activities. Proceeds from the supper itself went to community projects. Among them, $250 were given to the Athol Recreation Committee for Athol Town Hall improvements and another $100 toward the preservation of Alva Stephens’ ledger. The Women’s Institute also held a raffle and silent auction that night to raise money for the family of PECI student Abigail Heffernan, who is battling leukemia. Some $600 was raised,thanks to the generosity of residents and community donors. Here,Women’s Institute members, from left, Lynda Westervelt, Elaine Marshall, and Wilma de Wolde show off some of items donated for the raffle and auction. On May 21, the Cherry Valley Women’s Institute will hold its annual pie and baked goods sale at Athol Town Hall. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
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shouldn’t be the ones having to take an all-or-nothing stand at this time, particularly given that any control they have to decide what development is best for the municipality that elected them went up in smoke with the adoption of the Green Energy Act. Instead, municipal residents should be able to have trust that the provincial environment and natural resources ministries are in place to uphold the environmental standards — both natural and social — and safeguards they expect before approving renewable energy projects. Consider the stance County council took earlier this month when it unanimously decided to join other municipalities petitioning the government not Jean Morrison Debbie McCann Publisher Business Manager to put out requests for additional wind generation when the energy simply isn’t needed in this province. Ontario does not have an energy deficit, in fact, it exports its excess production at a loss. That’s a powerful statement all 16 councillors made in agreeing to that motion, but again, it just makes sense. A boost in capacity isn’t needed and it’s debatable an intermittent energy can make any difference in producing cleaner energy if it needs to be backed up. When the province’s own environmental tribunals suggest an area isn’t appropriately sited due to its impacts on birds, bats, and turtles, let alone the impact cultural heritage, the economy, or human health, that should be more than Karen Gyde Christine DeMille enough evidence for it to stand up and say “Enough is enough.” Classifieds There has been enough cost, enough anguish, and enough argument. Thank Classifieds Manager you, Mr. Quaiff, for taking a risk and standing up for a group of people denied their rightful voice as unwilling hosts. It’s time our provincial leaders showed the same kind of leadership in the face of the overwhelming evidence before them and did the same.
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n Prince Edward County set a roads budget of $830,000 for the year with the province contributing $546,000 of that money. Roads construction would cost $211,000, resurfacing $132,000, and bridge construction $19,000. The remainder was to be spent on maintenance. n Pinecrest Memorial School was the elementary school most used by community groups with 99 visits since September. Typically, between 85-95 per cent of community use of school space was provided free of charge. n The Prince Edward County Gold Cup races were selected as host of the world five-litre class championships.
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n The Prince Edward County Midget B Kings copped an OMHA crown by beating Watford 4-3 in overtime in Game 6 of a best-of-seven series. Paul Rowe coached the team in his first year behind the bench. n Picton OPP were called to investigate after a syringe was left in a children’s toy box in the X-Ray waiting area at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital. Administrator Monty Boultbee said the box would be inspected daily in the future. n County council was trying to make a decision about establishing a wild turkey hunt amid vocal lobbying from those for and against the hunt.
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VON offering free exercise LETTERS TO THE EDITOR and fall prevention program Time for action to ensure clean water Falls account for 85 per cent of March 22 has been designated since 1993 by the UN as World Water Day to provide an opportunity for everyone to consider the importance of the most precious resource on our planet. With the ravages of climate change causing more stress on scarce fresh water supplies everywhere, including our local communities, there has never been more need for action than now. Did you know these facts about our country? Canada is the only G8 country without legally enforceable drinking water quality standards at the national level. At the provincial level, Canada relies on a patchwork of water policies, which jeopardizes people's health and compromises
clean water for future generations. More than 20,000 Canadians die prematurely every year because of exposure to environmental hazards, and the total cost of pollution in Canada is more than $100 billion a year. We can't afford not to take action. Already more than 120 communities ,representing more than 12 million Canadians, have passed environmental rights declarations at the local level. Where do our communities stand on this issue? It is also time for the federal government to show true leadership by taking action. Together, ordinary people can take extraordinary action to protect the people and places we love. We can
begin in our own homes and businesses by conserving water at every opportunity. It can be something as simple as using rain barrels for your gardening. It's as easy as finding a not-forprofit sale nearby such as www.rainbarrel.ca/csgpicton . Raise your consciousness about preserving and respecting fresh water for ourselves and future generations. It's time for the federal government to implement the right to clean water in Canada by passing an environmental bill of rights that respects, protects and fulfils our right to a healthy environment, including the right to clean water. Don Ross Milford
Wind, solar should be part of energy mix
It's clear that amendments must be made to the Green Energy Act . Municipalities and their citizens should not have been left out of decisions regarding placement and number of wind turbines in their communities. But should the believes and views of a small group of climate change denying anti-green energy crusaders rule the day? Absolutely not. Thankfully, Ontario's Progressive Conservative leader Patrick Brown has accepted what scientists have been telling us for years: that climate change is real and a threat we need
to take seriously. MPP Todd Smith should now be able to speak more thoughfully on this matter. Climate change must be the applied filter through which all cultural and economic activities flow, and this of coarse includes the production of electrical energy. Getting energy from where it's produced to where its needed has always been a costly and messy affair and this was true long before renewables came along. Wind supplies about 10 per cent of Ontarios electrical energy needs and prices paid to wind pro-
ducers are competitive with other forms of energy generation. Wind contracts recently signed in Ontario give the producer 8.59 cents a KWH, this compared to gas at 15.3 cents a KWH and nuclear at 9-13 cents a KWH (pricing information can be gleaned from www.ieso.ca) Regardless of the opposition, wind and solar remain the cheapest and quickest way of adding power to the grid and will be part of our energy mix going forward. Wesley Weese Carrying Place
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The Community Care office will be closed for the Easter holiday, Friday March 25 and Monday March 28 reopening Tuesday, March 29 at 9 a.m. Community Care’s Thrift Shop will be closed the Easter holiday, for Good Friday, March 25 and Easter Monday March 28, reopening Tuesday, March 29 at 10 a.m.
Junior Farmers egg hunt Saturday
The Prince Edward County Junior Farmers will host their annual Easter egg hunt this Saturday at Wilhome Farms, 275 County Rd. 32. Bag decorating and farm
tours begin at 9:30, the hunt begins at 10. The Easter bunny and Betsy the cow are planning to attend. -Staff
First History Speaks lecture will focus on Dutch immigration
The Prince Edward County public library is about much more than just the newest books, eBooks and resources – at its heart, it is a community hub where people come together to learn. Together with the County Archives, the library is also an excellent resource for anyone who is interested in learning more about Prince Edward County’s history. Starting on March 30 and running through May, I’m excited to share that the PEC Library and Archives will host “History Speaks” a brand new, guest speaker series at branches across the county.
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On Saturday, March 30 at 2 p.m. in th Wellington library branch meeting room, the first “History Speaks” event will kick off the series. I’m excited to present “Zoals het klokje thuis tikt, tikt het nergens, There's no place like home: Dutch to Prince Edward County.” While the Dutch
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proverb translates to “The clock ticks at home, as it ticks nowhere else”, the Anglicized version widely used in North America is, “There’s no place like home”. The subject of Dutch immigration was inspired by a recent donation of the book “Mosquito Down” by the local Prinzen family. Across the county, Dutch influence is evident with the farm market economy and food specialties such as the former ever-famous Francis Bakery. The Dutch community has quite literally assisted
in the building of the community with construction of such important Prince Edward Community facilities as Pinecrest Memorial Elementary School in Bloomfield, Sophiasburgh Central School and the Prince Edward Heights care facility. Within a relatively short period of time, Dutch immigrants and their descendants have made a lasting influence, impact and commitment to Prince Edward County community.
SCANDALS, SICKNESS AND SLAVERY
On Wednesday, May 18 at 2 p.m., also in Wellington branch’s meeting room, another major “History Speaks” event will take place. The complex subject of “Three S’s: Scandals, Sickness and Slavery” will be the focus of this event. Although small in scale, Prince Edward County history makes up for its size with its colorful history. This topic was inspired by the many anecdotal histo-
ries that have been carried down from ancestor to ancestor and in some cases supported by cold hard facts. Either way, the stories find their way into the research repository that serves as a collective community memory, known as the County of Prince Edward Archives. Using articles and editorials that ran in the Hallowell Free Press newspapers from 1831 to 1836 the topics, elopement, the cholera epidemic and slavery will be reviewed.
FUTURE LIBRARY PRESENTATIONS
n Tuesday, April 5 at 2 p.m. at the Wellington branch Dick Silverthorn shares his experiences working with the UN Peacekeepers n Wednesday, April 6 at 2 p.m. at the Picton branch. “The 98th Anniversary of the 1918 Flu Pandemic” Local author Phil Ainsworth will speak on the worst pandemic to hit Prince Edward County. n Wednesday, April 27 at 2
p.m. at the Wellington branch. “Daredevils, Drunks & Deserters: Deseronto in the First World War” Amanda Hill, Deseronto’s archivist, will provide a look at Deseronto during the First World War. n Wednesday, May 11 at 2 p.m. at the Picton Branch. “So You Want to Be Published?” Steve Campbell of County Magazine will address aspiring writers and historians on how to share their story, take their ideas and family histories to a final published book available on the shelves of your local library and bookstore. As he says, “We believe everyone has a story to tell. But, while writers dream of sharing their thoughts with friends, family and a wider audience, most feel intimidated by the publishing world”. As always, be sure to visit peclibrary.org where you can check out all of our newest books, eBooks, audiobooks, online resources as well as the events calendar for more information on all upcoming events, dates and times.
8 MARCH 24, 2016
The Picton Gazette
Main Street construction set to begin at eastern end of downtown stretch April 4 CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER
Construction on Picton’s Main Street will begin shortly. The municipality issued a release last week indicating the Picton Main Street project will begin Monday, April 4. As a result, beginning Tuesday, March 29, there will be limited available parking spaces along Picton Main Street from Bridge Street to Ross Street as the site is pre-
pared for work. The first phase will see a complete closure of Main Street from Bridge Street to Ross Street. The release says while the street will be closed to vehicle traffic, pedestrians will still be able to access businesses within the construction zone via sidewalks on both sides of Main. Mayor Robert Quaiff say in the release the municipality has worked diligently to minimize the impact on residents
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and businesses. “We have worked closely with the local business community and affected residents to make sure that construction has limited disruption to their day-to-day activities,” says Quaiff. “Staff has also worked out a plan to make sure that the public is well-aware of the project’s progress and the changes between phases.” Picton Business Improvement Association chair Robyn Lewis said the BIA will continue to be a conduit between the municipality, construction crews, and downtown businesses. “The Picton BIA will con-
tinue to act in a liaise position with the construction crews and County staff for the duration of the Picton Main Street project,” Lewis says in the release. “We have committed additional resources to assist in promotion of the downtown and will host a couple of events to drive pedestrian traffic to Picton Main Street during the project.” The project includes replacement of water and sewer mains as well as new sidewalks, curbs, pavement, lighting, and crosswalks. Detours will be set up to direct traffic through alternate routes to bypass the work.
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Maps and detailed information about the routes are available on the county website www.thecounty.ca. In July and August the project will be suspended to ensure access to businesses during the busy tourism season. The project will begin again in September to meet the required completion date of December 2016. In an effort to support businesses further, the municipality is waiving fees for sidewalk patios. Businesses looking to set up sidewalk patios in the downtown core this summer will not have to pay the usual permit fees. Parking won't be permitted within the construction area, but the municipality will be directing drivers to municipal lots at Mary Street and Market Lane. The new park-
ing lot at 55 King Street will also be opened in May. The new lot will see at least an additional 30 parking spaces. Signage will be erected to promote the lots. The municipality will be communicating with the public regularly through the duration of the construction through local newspapers and through 99.3 County FM. Updates will be posted on the county website and impacted residents, property owners, and businesses will be updated via door-to-door paper notices in each phase of the project. Once the first phase of the project is complete, the section of Main from Bridge to Ross Street will reopen to vehicle traffic. The second phase will take the project from Ross Street to Elizabeth Street with Main closed to traffic.
ANNOUNCEMENT The Wine Barrel is moving to Black Prince Winery 13370 Loyalist Parkway OPENING APRIL 1 For all your Winemaking Needs Larry & Micheline invite you to visit and put a batch on!
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Authors Festival celebrates 20 years Linwood Barclay among writers scheduled to appear April 13-16 JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER
A big celebration is in store for local fans of the written word next month as the Prince Edward County Authors Festival reaches its 20th anniversary milestone. The event, April 13-16, will include a a stellar line-up of Canadian authors and a variety of events to entertain and inspire readers and writers of all ages and interests. The festival kick-off fundraiser on Sunday, April 10, 1 p.m. at Mt. Tabor Playhouse in Milford, is a nod to the festival’s roots. “A Celebration of Storytelling” will feature Janet Kellough and Suzanne Pasternak, and will introduce Guelph-based storyteller Brad Woods to thecounty. The festival will include four ticketed events: “The Humourists” with Greg
Hollingshead, Iain Reid and Bill Richardson; “Masters of Mystery” with Giles Blunt, Peter Robinson and Canada’s “king of suspense” Linwood Barclay; “Poetry Breakfast & Non-Fiction Event” with poets Giles Blunt, Andy McGuire and Rob Taylor then readings and question-and-answer with Ann Walmsley; finally back-to-back fiction panels with Heather O’Neill, Marnie Woodrow, Michael Winter, Samuel Archibald, Giles Blunt and Nino Ricci. On Thursday, April 14 a festival favourite is back, our own “battle of the books”, the seventh annual County Reads, hosted by CBC Radio host and author Bill Richardson. Richardson will also be the star of “Seniors Moments,” a free event on Friday April 15 at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Picton, where he will be reading from
and discussing his latest book, The First Little Bastard to Call Me Gramps: Poems of the Late Middle Ages. To bring the festival to a younger audience, award winning children’s book authors, Lindsay Mattick and Ruth Ohi, will visit elementary schools in Picton, Bloomfield and Wellington. The author of the Boy Sherlock Holmes series, Shane Peacock, will visit students at PECI in Picton, and the Picton library will host a pizza lunch for teens followed by a middle grade and young adult fiction panel featuring authors Kenneth Oppel and Tim Wynne-Jones. For a complete schedule of events, information about the authors, or to purchase tickets or festival passes, go to Books & Company or the festival web site, www.pecauthorfest.com.
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NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE TO VEHICLE TRAFFIC ALONG PICTON MAIN STREET FROM BRIDGE STREET TO ROSS STREET Phase One of the Picton Main Street Project will commence on Monday, April 4th, and Picton Main Street from Bridge Street to Ross Street will be closed to vehicle traffic. In preparation for construction work, there will be minor lane and parking restrictions along the construction zone starting Tuesday, March 29th. Detours will be set-up to direct traffic through alternate corridor routes around Picton, as well as alternate local routes for access to the open portions of Picton Main Street. Maps and detailed information about these routes are available online at the County’s website (www.thecounty.ca). Throughout the rehabilitation project, parking will be available at the municipal parking lots located on Mary Street and Market Lane. The businesses located along Main Street between Bridge Street and Ross Street will remain open with pedestrian access. For more information about the Picton Main Street Rehabilitation Project, visit www.thecounty.ca. The Corporation of the County of Prince Edward 332 Picton Main Street, Picton Ontario, K0K 2T0 P: 613.476.2148 x221 E: info@pecounty.on.ca www.thecounty.ca
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WHATTAM'S is proud to present.... 'Free Family Movie Day' at the Regent Theatre the last Sunday of each month 2pm. PICTON UNITED CHURCH COUNTY FOOD BANK: Food items that are needed are peanut butter, canned salmon, canned stew/chili, canned fruit, rice. All donations are gratefully accepted. Please drop off donations at the County Food Bank (12 Chapel St., Picton 476-8516), Fri. mornings 9-11:30. Or at the Picton United Church office (Tues. to Fri. mornings 911:45). Contact Leda 476-2109. LOYALIST HUMANE SOCIETY: Always in need of food, litter, cleaning supplies, paper products as well as kitten food canned & dry. ROTARY CASH CALENDAR WINNERS: March 1st Heather Wilkinson, 8th Richard Barnett. PEC WALKERS: Picton, Walking Group, walks start from Mary St. parking lot unless otherwise specified: Mon 8:15am, Mon 9:30am John St/Owen, Tues &Thurs 9:30am, Fri 8:30am. Info: Diane 476-5635. The more the merrier. YANG STYLE TAI CHI CLASSES: Monday 9am Picton Town Hall, Tuesday 9:30am Bloomfield Town Hall, Wednesday & Friday 9:30am at the Picton Town Hall. Cost is $5/person/class. Everyone welcome! Questions & info 476-6557. TAOIST STYLE TAI CHI CLASSES & CHI KUNG Thursdays 12:30-1:30 at the Ameliasburgh Town Hall. Keep healthy in body, mind & spirit. For more information & to register, call Sherri 242-2096. PE POWER & SAIL SQUADRON: Offering 3 exciting boating courses with Chris Holder, our experienced boating safety instructor. Courses offered this spring: Boating Basics which includes Pleasure Craft Operator Card, Electronic Navigation & Maritime Radio. Contact squadron for more details or Chris Holder captchrisholder@gmail.com. www.BoatingCourses.ca. RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON – Bingo Wednesday’s 6:30pm. RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON – Darts Social Nite every Wednesday 6-8pm. Dedicated darts room with professional standard boards. Draw for new teams every week. We offer casual coaching in rules & basic technique. Only a “Loonie” donation to play. All proceeds to support worthy Picton Legion causes. Additional info 476-3648. www.thepictonlegion.wix.com/pictonlegion. RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON – Sunday Afternoon Jam Session 2-5pm. If you play or sing come out & join some fun. RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON– Every Friday night 5:30-6:30pm Putt Putt come & practice your putts for the golf season. $5 for 3 balls. Winner takes half the pot. WELLINGTON ST. ANDREW’S ANGLICAN CHURCH BASEMENT: The What Not Shop will be “closed” from March 21 until April 1 & will reopen Saturday April 2 with a Bag Sale – Grocery $3 & Garbage $5 until April 30th. ARTS ON MAIN GALLERY: Presents the “Spring Awakening Show” 223 Main St Picton 476-5665. www.artsonmaingallery.ca. AA: Meets every Wednesday 8pm Picton Hospital Boardroom. AL-ANON: (adults) Meets 8pm every Tuesday & Thursdays 10:30am at Gilead Fellowship Church Picton. For persons affected by someone’s drinking. Info 1-866-951-3711. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS (NA) MEETING: Every Friday 10am, Prince Edward Learning Centre, basement of The Armoury Main St Picton. Info 4761811. TOPS #4918: Take off Pounds Sensibly meets every Wednesday at the Anglican Church Hall in Picton. Weigh in 6:00-6:45pm & meeting starts at 6:45pm. Info Sheila 476-2786. MARCH 24: CONSECON UNITED CHURCH MAUNDY THURSDAY – A Seder meal will be held at Consecon United Church Hall 7pm to honour the Jewish tradition of Passover meal to celebrate God’s deliverance of the Hebrews from exile & to profess faith in the One who has acted & will continue to act to bring to deliverance to all people everywhere. MARCH 24: PASSION PLAY – “Eyes Upon the Cross” St. Andrew’s Anglican Church Wellington 7:30pm. MARCH 25: TECH HELP – Wellington Br Library 10am. www.peclibrary.org. MARCH 25: CARRYING PLACE UNITED CHURCH GOOD FRIDAY – A Tenebrae service will be held at 10am. Tenebrae means “darkness” or “shadows” the service has been practiced by the Church since medieval times as a meditation on Christ’s suffering.
MARCH 25: GLENORA UNITED CHURCH GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE – 10:30am with a light lunch to follow. MARCH 25: PASSION PLAY – “Eyes Upon the Cross” St. Philip’s Anglican Church Milford 7pm. MARCH 26: EASTER BONNETS – Milford Br Library. www.peclibrary.org. (399-2023). MARCH 26: THE GREAT BIG EASTER EGG HUNT IN NORTHPORT – Presented by the Sophiasburgh Recreation Committee. Come & find wonderful prizes across the whole village of Northport! 1-3pm Northport Centennial Park 1417 B Cty Rd 15 in Northport. For all kids 0-12 years. Registration $2/child. Each entry is a chance to win 1 of 4 kids brand new bicycles. Free petting zoo. Photos with Peter the Rabbit. Child & Adult Easter Bonnet contest. MARCH 26: 7th TOWN HSTORICAL SOCIETY – Invites you to a public presentation on the “The Story of Holy Name of Mary Parish” in Marysville ON with speakers Mary Lynne Brant (Murphy) & Patrick Murphy, authors of a book with the same title. History of the church in celebration of the 175th Anniversary (2012). This Roman Catholic Church was established in 1837 & has served the Roman Catholic Community of southern Tyendinaga Township for 179 years. The family names of the many original Irish settlers are found in the congregation today. 1:30pm Ameliasburgh Community Hall, 13 Coleman St. Ameliasburgh. Everyone Welcome. MARCH 27: CONSECON UNITED CHURCH EASTER SUNDAY – The Sacrament of Holy Communion is celebrated. Service at 10am. MARCH 27: GLENORA UNITED CHURCH EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE – 11:15am. MARCH 28: PANCAKE SUPPER EASTER MONDAY – Picton United Church 5-7pm (12 Chapel St) $10/person. Children 12 & under free (accompanied by adult). Celiac & Sugar Free options available. MARCH 28: PE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY – (Picton Fair) will hold their regular “General Meeting” at 7:30pm at the Picton Town Hall above the Picton Fire Hall. MARCH 29: WEEKLY TUESDAY DROP IN KNIT & CHAT – Milford Br Library 10am-12noon. MARCH 29: WEEKLY TUESDAY DROP IN CHESS - All levels. 1-4pm Picton Br Library. MARCH 29: SPRING WOOODLAND FLOWERS OF PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY – Free talk by Sue Banks on our beautiful local wildflowers & their medicinal & other uses. All welcome. PECFN monthly meeting, Bloomfield Town Hall 7pm. MARCH 29: AL-ANON - Meets 8 pm at Gilead Fellowship Church, for persons affected by someone’s drinking. (1-866-951-3711). MARCH 30: NO PLACE LIKE HOME – The Dutch Came to Prince Edward County, Wellington Br Library. www.peclibrary.org (399-2023). MARCH 31: WEEKLY THURSDAY THE HUB PLAYGROUP – Drop in 9:30-11am Picton Br Library. MARCH 31: AL-ANON - Meets 10:30am Gilead Fellowship Church. If someone’s drinking is bothering you Al-Anon is for you. (1-866-951-3711). MARCH 30: LOAVES & FISHES LUNCHEON – Noon at the Salvation Army. All are welcome to join us for good food & fellowship. No charge for this meal. MARCH 31: BINGO IN THE COUNTY – Hosted by the Wellington & District Lions Club. 6:45pm start, doors open at 5:45pm in the Highline Hall, Wellington Community Centre. Join us for this weekly event for some fun, friendship & an entertaining evening. Call Betty at 399-3105 for further info. APRIL 1: WELLINGTON ELKS STEAK BBQ DINNER – Allisonville Hall. Serving 5-7pm. $16/person. Everyone welcome. APRIL 2: CONSECON UNITED CHURCH PANCAKE DINNER – Serving from 5-7pm. Adults $8, 5-10yrs $5 & under 5yrs free. Everyone welcome. APRIL 6: SONRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ANNUAL KINDERGARTEN OPEN HOUSE – If you have a little one at home ready to start Kindergarten we invite you to join us at Sonrise Christian Academy for our Annual Open House. 9am-11am. You & your little one will experience what Kindergarten at Sonrise is all about with a busy morning of crafts, games, stories, lesson & snack. (58 Johnson St. Picton 4767883). www.sonrisechristianacademy.com. APRIL 7: BURR’S CEMETERY – Annual plot holders meeting 8pm at the home of Wayne & Carole Vincent, 492 Burr Road. APRIL 9/10: FREE TV ELECTRONICS DROP OFF EVENT – Home Hardware Parking Lot 13544 Loyalist Pkwy Picton 9am-4pm. Acceptable items include TV’s, Desktop & handheld Computers, Portable Computers & Peripherals, Monitors, Printing/Photcopying Devices, Telephones & Cell Phones, Cameras, Radios, Stereo & Video Equipment. www.recycleyourelectronics.ca. Sponsored by The Kinsmen Club of Picton & Volunteers. APRIL 12: ATHOL RECREATION COMMITTEE – Annual General Meeting & Potluck. Meeting at 6pm. Potluck starts at 7pm. Come celebrate another great year in the Valley & hear what we have planned for this coming year. www.atholreccentre.com.
10 MARCH 24, 2016
The Picton Gazette
Church Services this week
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA
Parish of Marysburgh Rev. Canon David Smith 613-929-2757
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St. John’s - 3207 County Road 8 Sunday Worship 9:00am St. John’s Maundy Thurs. Service March 24, 1:30pm
St. Philip’s- 44 St. Philips St. Milford Sunday Worsip 11:00am St. Philip’s Good Friday Service March 25, 1:30pm Black Creek Chapel Passion Play “Eyes Upon the Cross” March 25, 7:00pm Children’s Church at St. Philip’s www.parishofmarysburgh.ca
Good Friday Service 10:30am
EMMANUEL Baptist Church
Sundays. Sundays.
Morning Services. 9am & 11am (full children’s programs). Evening Bible Study. Study. 7pm.
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COUNTY UNITED CHURCHES
BLOOMFIELD UNITED CHURCH “Where Faith is Fun” 272 Main St., Bloomfield Minister: Maureen Ellison
Sunday, March 27th “Resurrection Sunday” with Jeff Boerger
March 24th - Maundy Thursday Potluck & Communion 6:30pm March 25th - Good Friday Service 10:30am March 27th - Easter Sunrise Service 6:45am at the Bloomfield Millpond, followed by breakfast at the church and morning service at 10:30am
Gilead Fellowship
2 Downes Ave. Picton 613-476-2622
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Worship, Testimonies, God’s Word & Communion
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THE GREAT ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH
7 Church St., Picton, Ont. K0K 2T0
613-476-6276 Fax: 613-476-7293 stgregory@sympatico.ca www.stgregoryparish.ca Saturday Mass 5pm Sunday Mass 10am
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Minister: Lynne Donovan 31 King St., Picton 613.476.6024 www.standrewspicton.com Sunday Worship 10:30 Radio 88.3 FM
Good Friday March 25th 11am Stations of the Cross, 3pm Lords’ Passion
Easter Vigil Saturday, March 26th 8pm Easter Sunday March 27th 10am
Holy Week at County United Churches
BLOOMFIELD UNITED CHURCH Maundy Thursday (March 24) Pot Luck Supper/Communion 6:30 p.m. Good Friday (March 25) 10:30 a.m. Easter Sunday Sunrise Service (March 27) Bloomfield Mill Pond 6:45 a.m. Easter Sunday Worship (March 27) 10:30 a.m.
CONSECON AND CARRYING PLACE UNITED CHURCHES Palm Sunday (March 20): Worship (10 a.m.) at Consecon United Church will feature a skit and a Palm Parade. Maundy Thursday (March 24): A Seder meal will be held at Consecon United Church at 7 p.m. to honour the Jewish tradition of the Passover meal to celebrate God's deliverance of the Hebrews from exile and to profess faith in the One who has acted and will continue to act to bring deliverance to all people everywhere. Good Friday (March 25): A Tenebrae service will be held at 10 a.m. at Carrying Place United Church. Tenebrae means "darkness" or "shadows"; the service has been practiced by the church since medieval times as a meditation on Christ's suffering. Easter Sunday (March 27): The Sacrament of Holy Communion is celebrated at Consecon United Church at 10 a.m. worship. Please bring donations for the food banks.
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Good Friday, 11:00am Easter Sunday 10:30am Wednesday 10:00am
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PICTON UNITED CHURCH
12 Chapel St. 613-476-6050 pictonunitedchurch@bellnet.ca Minister: Rev. Richard Hamilton
Good Friday March 25 10:30am
Easter Sunday Morning Worship 10:30am
Sermon: “What if Jesus didn’t rise?”
Easter Monday Mar. 28 - Pancake Supper 5-7pm - All Welcome
$10/person. Children 12 & under free. Serving the Community for 222 years
VISITORS ALWAYS WELCOME
Minister: Janelle Shaw
Good Friday 1:30pm at Black River Chapel Easter Sunday, March 27th Easter Sunrise Service 6:50am at Little Bluff followed by breakfast at South Bay Church and regular morning worship 9:30am South Bay 11:00am - Cherry Valley
PRINCE EDWARD NORTH UNITED CHURCH Easter Sunday, March 27th
Wesley-Mountainview @ 9:30am Friendship-Demorestville @ 11:00am All Children welcome at Sunday School
“Christ the Lord is Risen Today” EASTER CANTATA
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Organizers hope forum sparks more discussion YOUTH, from page 3
"I think it's great the communication is from all ages. I don't think communication should just stop at youth. We're all interested in the same things — one of the guys who was in my group said all these problems are connected, we just need to connect them," she said. "At the end of the day, everybody wants to be heard. Hearing the youth, you realize they have the same problems I had." Kuipers recalls being frustrated living north of Cherry Valley when she was younger and not having transportation to sporting programs she wanted to attend. She said even though there are great programs being offered, they're not reaching everyone due to geography. She said she hoped the older youth involved could help create a better system for the future. "The only way to break down walls is with people who are willing to tear them down," she said. "This is how I can help now that I am older and a bit more worldly." She also indicated that youth can and should be part of creating the community they want to live in. "I've always found that frustrating when someone says 'You're just a kid.' I think you have to keep talking… It's for the youth to not be discouraged by people saying you're too young. You just need that one break." Picton resident Iain Stenhouse was also involved after hearing about the event at a coffee house and through his church. He thought it was productive. "I thought it was good. I liked the idea of getting people together because that's how
we're going to do things," he said. "I heard some great ideas, but I'm not sure who is here that can actually make these things happen. Really, it comes down to one person being inspired to get others together. There are people here who are passionate about these topics. They can push it forward." Stephanie Bell and Rachael Tracey, two of the organizers along with Sami Lester, Hilary Fennell, and Epstein, said the idea was to create something that would have a lasting impact on the community. Bell said they particularly picked a broad definition of youth to try to build community. "We wanted them in an atmosphere with people slightly older than them or younger than them so they could get to know each other. A lot of the time, there's a separation between high school students and young adults for some reasons. They have similar issues and they might learn from their peers." Or, Tracey added "they might say 'Let's work together on something." Both said the even was successful beyond their expectations. "We didn't fail at getting young people to come. They were here, they were interested, and they were really active in what they were doing," said Bell. Tracey said one could hear the passion in the participants' voices as they talked and their objective was clear. "They were committed to making the county a better place, both for themselves as young people and also for adults helping them make it a better place." That symbolism wasn't lost either as all participants — young and old — were able to network later in the evening. It
showed the value of working together toward common goals and, the organizers added, the older people taking the time to attend showed respect for the younger participants. "I liked to see the older crowd actually had to look at younger people's issues, take stock of them and not just think about their own age group," Bell said. "We need to make sure that seniors and older people hear our issues as well, otherwise we'll get left behind. We'll be a generation that has to fight and scramble to take care of ourselves." Tracey said she felt it was important to capitalize on the momentum started Monday and build through social media and other events. Epstein said he was listening and he intends to take his young constituents' wishes seriously at the council table. "There's a huge amount of potential in the young people here in the county and any chance we have to listen to their unfiltered ideas we're going to learn a lot," he said. The Picton representative noted that many of the issues affecting youth satisfaction and retention, like jobs, getting around, or the environment affect all residents. He said to attract young families and be inclusive, the county has to offer the infrastructure and amenities to satisfy those needs going forward. He said he doesn't consider the night a one-off. "This is just the beginning of awakening the force," he said. "Now that we have identified particular issues that are of importance to them and that they may want to consider working on, the hope is we can have these groups continue to work together and move these issues forward."
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plus annual cost of living and recovery costs. The report says The report says the municipali- that wasn't acceptable to wpd. ty previously requested pay- The proposed CBA to come ments of $7,500 per megawatt before the committee Thursday plus four per cent of output, would see the County receive
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annual payments from wpd of $7,000 per turbine towards community benefitting works in the county. That amount would be increased to $8,500 per turbine in years 11–15 and $9,500 per turbine from year 16 until the end of the term. Staff are recommending both agreements to be approved, but in comments circulated to media this week Quaiff urged councillors not to support them. He says the motions “represent by far the worst situation” council has had to confront for the good of constituents. “I urge you to agree with me that we don't have a choice but to turn this motion down,” Quaiff says. “I have fought for years to keep turbines out of the county, recognizing early on how badly they would affect everything we hold dear, not to mention our economy, our tourist industry, and our property and business values.” Quaiff says the municipality is now the “go to” destination in Ontario and approving the motions would eventually
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thumbs down on their 27 turbines at its first hearing, and the fact that its REA doesn't exist or at best is in suspense until the second hearing has taken place,” he says. Just last month the ERT found the project would cause “serious and irreversible harm” to blanding's turtles and little brown bats and suspended the project's REA until further remediation hearings are held. A date for the next hearing has yet to be set. Alliance to Protect Prince Edward County (APPEC) president Orville Walsh said the appearance of the two agreements brings up the same sorts of feelings as he felt when wpd announced intentions to clear vegetation at the site following the ERT decision. “It's not respecting the process nor the community in my opinion,” he said. He said the fact the agreements are coming before the committee now is “premature at best.” “There have been two Environmental Review Tribunals that have found that this type of construction on the south shore is going to cause serious and irreversible harm and yet they still continue to try and gain this,” said Walsh. “That is the part we find offensive.” Walsh said he and others will be attending Thursday's meeting to show their concern and to hear staff's explanation as to why they are recommending the agreements be approved.
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A bungalow offering one level living in an area that has so much to offer close by. Open concept living area with propane fireplace, country sized kitchen and 3 spacious bedrooms. Set back from the road for privacy and 4 acres of assorted fruit trees with lots of room for a big garden. Double detached garage and lovely front deck. Enjoy the quiet country setting only 15 minutes to Picton - close to Waupoos, Lake on the Mountain, and many wineries, cider companies, cheese factories etc $225,000 MLS 550870069 Gail Forcht**
Residential - Development opportunity in downtown Picton, on the `town hill`, with views over the Picton Bay. Walking distance to all amenities, restaurants and shopping This is an ideal location for a retail/condo development, or bring your vision! Full town services to the lots and zoning is core commercial - very flexible. $239,000 MLS 550690036D Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*
In the heart of Picton, walk to a myriad of cultural events, gourmet restaurants, shops, harbour and theatre. Picton`s upcoming condo development, `Townhomes on King`, offers access to all of this while living in a lovely Art Deco style building. This 774 sq. ft. unit offers one bedroom which is tucked away from the open-concept kitchen/dining room. The three-piece bathroom features a corner shower and a bright window. A utility room has space for a stacking washer and dryer, too. Your purchase includes access to 1100sqft of common room and exercise room in the adjacent condominium building. $241,000 MLS QR161439 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*
In the heart of Picton, walk to a myriad of cultural events, gourmet restaurants, shops, harbour and theatre. Picton`s upcoming condo development, `The Townhomes on King`, offers access to all of this while living in a lovely Art Deco style building. This 842 square foot unit offers one bedroom plus a den, which are tucked away from the open concept kitchen/dining/living room. The 3-pc bath features a corner shower and a bright window. A utility room has space for a stacking washer and dryer too! Your purchase includes access to 1100sqft of common room and exercise room in the adjacent condominium building. $262,000 MLS QR161436 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*
Live/work balance! Located enroute to Sandbanks Provincial Park, this established convenience store and gas-bar features gas bars, product display areas, a kitchen and exterior serving windows. Sale includes an adjacent mobile home on a separate lot. Store has anti-theft and fire systems. Such a desirable location - serving campers headed to the beach or park, as well as year-round locals who require gas and grocery items. Get out of the city and into a way of life that allows you to meet people and provides a valuable service to the community. $265,900 MLS 550510437 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*
Fabulous cottage with spectacular panoramic views. Quiet private lane and large lot. level waterfront, great for swimming or boating! Great room with wood stove for 4-season use. 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths providing room for the whole family. Currently rented seasonally as a vacation retreat. Patio, dock, and a welcoming hammock at the shore. Come enjoy a private piece of Prince Edward County waterfront! $288,000 MLS 550960162 Gail Forcht**
Last chance to be a part of “Prince Edward Landing”, an enclave of luxury homes on Picton Bay! 1.5 acre waterfront lot features an elevated building site and a gentle slope to the appealing shoreline. Wonderful views of the Yacht Club, the bay, and the sailboats drifting by. Municipal water, sewers and natural gas. Build here and be part of this vibrant town! $289,000 MLS QR21505269 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*
Perched along the northern shores of Prince Edward County, this pleasing waterfront bungalow blurs the lines between interior and exterior, displaying magnificent scenery at every turn with a true feeling of being surrounded by nature. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bath the sprawling open concept floor plan offers plenty of privacy and an ideal place to entertain, raise a family or enjoy quiet seclusion. Potential for rental income, and year round living - this is a great find - don’t miss out! Asking $349,000 MLS QR21504832 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*
South facing waterfront home with level waterfront. Maintenance free and has been upgraded in almost every way. Lovely spacious lot on a quiet lane with apple and pear trees. Vaulted ceiling in living room, newer kitchen and enclosed sunroom. Enjoy this summer on your deck, swimming and boating from the dock. Easy access to Trenton, Belleville and the 401. $357,000 MLS 550110089 Gail Forcht**
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This solid 40 year old brick side-split would be the perfect fit for those looking to enter the growing and profitable summer rental market or for those who simply want to live within minutes of Sandbanks Provincial Park. This family home is situated on a nice level lot, offers a large living room with a cozy fireplace, four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a large outbuilding. This is truly a gem! $264,000 MLS QR21507389 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*
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In the heart of Picton, walk to a myriad of cultural events, gourmet restaurants, shops, harbour and theatre. Picton`s upcoming condo development `The Townhomes on King`, offers access to all of this while living in a magnificent Art Deco style building. This 990 sq.ft unit offers two bedrooms which are tucked away from the open concept kitchen/dining/living rooms. The 3-pc bath features a corner shower and a bright window. A utility room has space for a stacking washer and dryer too! Your purchase includes access to a common room and exercise room in the adjacent condominium building. $308,000 MLS QR161444 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*
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One of the finest waterfront properties in Prince Edward County! 310 ft by 3 acres of prime waterfront land, clear of trees, level to the lake! Waterfront is completely accessible. Located on private road off of County Rd 7 on Adolphus Reach just past Lake on the Mountain, 15 min from Picton. 310 ft of pebble beach waterfront faces north-west on the Bay of Quinte where a home can be built near the water`s edge. Perfect for boating & swimming. 8.9 acres, access lane, 5.5 acres of lovely woods treed with maple, oak & beech trees, privacy from the road. Solid, properly graded access road, hydro to property, rural residential zoning. Ready for anyone looking to build their dream home in the County!!! $369,000 MLS QR21505549 Peter Lynch*
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Residential - Development opportunity in downtown Picton, on the `town hill`, with views over the Picton Bay. Walking distance to all amenities, restaurants and shopping. This is an ideal location for a retail/condo development, or bring your vision! Full town services to the lots and zoning is Core Commercial-very flexible. $499,000 MLS 550690036 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*
This classic two-storey brick home has been grandstanding on Main Street Bloomfield since 1867. The original part of the home features a large living room and adjoining dining room. The kitchen has a walkout to a lovely deck. A family room with separate entrance boasts a lovely natural gas fireplace. The newer main floor master bedroom suite has a full bath and a deck for enjoying a private coffee in the morning. There is an unfinished attic space that would be an amazing child’s playroom! This property backs onto parkland and gives a rural feel while being in the heart of this boutique village. Currently operating as a B&B, many contents are available to enable a turnkey purchase. $465,000 MLS 550490022 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*
In the heart of Picton, ‘The Condos on King`, will be a magnificent Arts & Craft style building retrofit. Two bedrooms, two baths with open-concept kitchen and dining are perfect for entertaining. A spacious living room with large terrace. Luxurious features, tall ceilings, bright windows and tasteful decor throughout. Buyers have opportunity to select their own finishes. Over 1600 sq.ft. of gracious living including 160 sq.ft. terrace and sunny solarium. Includes access to common room, exercise room and locker. $465,000 MLS QR160888 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*
Enjoy County living in comfort in this beautiful custom built home situated on 28.9 acres of useable farmland. This home offers four bedrooms on the main floor, coffered ceiling in the great room. Walk in pantry in open concept kitchen as well as the covered deck to enjoy those summer BBQ`s. The benefits from the geo thermal heating/cooling system will last a lifetime. This is a home that needs to be seen! $539,000 MLS QR21505609 Peter Lynch*
Greystone – farm with 75 acres and 100+ year old brick farm house is the perfect haven for country living. The house has been fully renovated in keeping with its historical roots. This property boasts a restored century barn with 18 stables, tack room, heated office and 3 paddocks. The newer riding arena with heated 800 ft2 wood working area adds to the impending opportunities. Currently 50 acres are cash crops with a rotation of corn and soybeans, and a large pond. The 5 bedroom, 3 full bath farm house, has original wood flooring, 7 fireplaces including a wood cook stove in the newly renovated kitchen, in ground pool, gazebo, professional landscaping and all hooked up to natural gas. This farm sits close to the 401, with only minutes to the amenities of Belleville and Trenton. $779,000 MLS 403720011 Lori Slik*
Canadiana style Century home that offers room for the family or as a B & B. 23.9 acres with over 600 feet of waterfront on Adolphus Reach. Large hip barn that had one half of the loft converted into a studio. 3 other outbuildings as well as a place to store your tractor and equipment! Gabled verandah and deck at the rear. New kitchen and pellet stove in the family room. 2 centre hall plans with one staircase dated back to circa 1835. $798,000 MLS 550870066 Gail Forcht**
Your own, all-inclusive resort minutes from Belleville! Seven remarkably quiet acres with mature trees, sprawling lawns, and exquisite landscaping! Add a pool and watch the sailboats drift by on the Bay of Quinte! Sophisticated stone executive home features three levels of wonderful family space including 4+1 bedrooms, a main floor den and family room, and expansive games areas. Triple garage, too! Early possession is possible. $1,050,000 MLS QR21506294 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*
Elegant and welcoming, the Merrill Inn has on several occasions been named one of the top 25 small hotels in Canada - and no wonder! Impeccably-updated and meticulously-maintained, its thirteen rooms offer private ensuite baths, and its fiftyseat restaurant and patio is one of the County`s busiest. Classic 1878 Victorian on 1.07 acres with parking for 24 cars. Substantial upgrades and renovations since 2002. Beautiful reception areas and exquisite detail throughout. Situated among other impressive historical buildings on Picton`s Main Street. Impressive financials available with signed confidentiality agreement. Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! $2,600,000 MLS QR21500909 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*
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Idyllic country setting for your new home! Enjoy exceptional rolling vistas from this 2-acre lot, with a drilled well. `The Smithfield` offers 1,780 square feet of living space and features 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, vaulted ceilings and an attached double garage. Farnsworth Construction is a reputable builder who will work with you to customize this plan, choose a different model, or create your own design. Minutes to the conveniences of Picton and the beautiful Sandbanks Provincial Park. Price includes HST. $425,000 MLS QR21506065 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*
An incredible opportunity to own four unique properties situated on one parcel of land overlooking Picton Bay. This could well serve as a fabulous investment for rental property or simply to own some of the County`s best waterfront. The 155 feet of shoreline allows for boating, fishing and swimming with access to the dock and boat-house. The main house includes an in-law suite, each offering two bedrooms. Two other residences adorn the property - one with two bedrooms, the other with one. An additional garage/Bunkie completes this offering. These are four-season homes with year-round rental potential. An absolutely rare find! $899,000 550720071 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*
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Exquisite waterfront property on the Bay of Quinte in Prince Edward County. Private serene setting, beautiful gardens & landscaping, deck on the water! Indoor pool, 2 level great room, wood burning fireplace, tranquil solarium/lanai overlooking the sunsets across the Bay of Quinte. Master bedroom, ensuite, fireplace, view. 3 car attached garage, detached 3 car garage. 5 bedrooms. Updated mechanical. Min from Belleville & all Prince Edward County has to offer! $949,000 MLS 2142796 Peter Lynch*
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1633 NORTH BIG ISLAND ROAD Updated Waterfront bungalow. beautifully landscaped on the Bay of Quinte! $399,900 MLS 550410192
64+ acres of mature woods, open areas, 2 seasonal creeks, a pond, dug well and fruit trees. Short drive to Sandbanks! $138,000 MLS QR21503827
Charming Picton home with numerous upgrades on a lovely premium lot. A Must See! $209,900 MLS 550660027
(A) SOUTH EAST OF 934 BLACK ROAD Build your dream home on this 12.5 acre building lot with drilled well. $79,900 MLS QR21504190
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ROW HOUSE A unique turn of the century building featuring two, three bedroom units. $159,900 MLS QR21406991
UPGRADED CENTURY HOME Quiet, peaceful neighbourhood. Over-sized insulated two car garage. $259,900 MLS 550560121
BUILDING LOT Premium frontage with a lovely cul-de-sac location. Water access nearby $36,000 MLS QR21507556
Con 2 Part Lot 24 Bethesda Road
167 Bay Breeze Street
194 Crowes Road
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$795,000 MLS 550070585
8 MINUTES FROM PICTON 2100 square foot, 13 year old home on secluded treed 3 acre lot. $499,000 MLS 550820111
WHY ARE YOU STILL RENTING? 4 Bedrooms, 2 bath home with attached garage. Great starter home. $179,900 MLS QR21507516
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Affordable 2 bed/2 bath homes. Several models and sites available. Walking distance to Picton. $122,900 MLS QR21504997
NEWLY RENOVATED Large living quarters, with backyard. Also has large commercial space rented. $255,000 MLS QR21507415
BUILDING LOT Rolling hills and a ravine. Subject to severance. $279,900 MLS QR21507609
MOVE IN CONDITION Smoke & pet free bungalow. $122,900 MLS QR21405815
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18 John Street, Picton
Closson Road
2589 County Road 49
ADULT LIFESTYLE COMMUNITY Bungalow, quiet street, back yard overlooking wide open green space $135,000 MLS QR21503812
BUILD YOUR CUSTOM HOME Conveniently located in a Picton subdivision. 1500+sq ft livng space. $419,900 MLS QR21507453
150+ ACRES Incredible opportunity to own 150+ acres in in the heart of Wine Country! $650,000 MLS QR21507916
CUSTOM-BUILT (2008) HOME Bright, beautiful, and ready for you to move in! Interior is tasteful, elegant and current. $349,000 MLS 550440188
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Stunning property overlooking the Bay of Quinte. Outstanding home, endless opportunity.
NEW PRICE Approx 32 acres of hardwoods and Cedars. Small seasonal streams crosses property through wooded area. $89,900 MLS 550450109
Custom designed home featuring a gourmet kitchen, open concept living and salt water pool.
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Rare offering with this spacious Alexandra Model in Rosemary Court condominium complex. Beautifully finished living space with lower level walkout to patio area. 3 bedrooms plus a den/office. 3 baths including master bedroom ensuite. Large balcony off dining and living rooms, main floor laundry, central air, gas fireplace upstairs and down. $359,000 MLS 558070011
Well maintained year round residence on Prince Edward Bay. Same owners for 29 years. 187 ft. shoreline with excellent swimming and fishing! An additional 65 ft shared shoreline with two neighbours. Very private in an area of exceptional homes. Good value here. $379,000 MLS QR21507418
Main house & six cottages operating as Vagabond Cove Cottage Resort. Many recent updates to cottages and main house. 500 ft. of pristine shoreline on Smith`s Bay. Regular clientele. Very well maintained, owner retiring! $889,000 MLS 550880327
Newer Colorado bungalow situated on 10.3 acres, 5 minutes to Picton. A piece of paradise! 9` ceilings with vaulted in living room. Open concept hardwood and ceramic throughout! Double car garage insulated and drywalled. Two large bedrooms with ensuite on the main level. Large oversized windows throughout. This home is a pleasure to show. 10 x 10 deck off the dining area. Central air. $359,000 MLS 550880433
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Beautiful lot approx. 4.6 acres. Waterfront lot McKenzie Lane. Can be sold as a package of 3 lots for $499,000. Total of 14.375 acres. Smith`s Bay access. $229,000 & $269,000 MLS 550880282
Very nice level building lot on the outskirts of Picton. Recently severed, new well. Excellent garden soil. Cleared and ready to build. Many fine homes in the area. $95,000 & $119,000 MLS 550600307
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Gorgeous Glenora Rd. waterfront home! Spacious living and amazing views, with 5 bedrooms plus 1 bedroom inlaw suite. $729,000
Beautiful brick bungalow just outside of town. 3 BRs, 2 baths and lots of space! Country living minutes to town! $353,000
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BOATERS' HAVEN $495,000 Waterfront home in beautiful Prinyer’s Cove with a gorgeous view and waterfront. Private, natural setting of 2.7 acres includes a 180’ dock perfect for your sailboat and others. MLS®550960251
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SPECTACULAR EXECUTIVE WATERFRONT HOME $985,000 On the Bay of Quinte. Beautiful views of the waterfront and `The Bay`. Open concept with particular focus on the water. MLS®2142344
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PRIVATE WATERFRONT $849,000 Immaculate waterfront home with beautifully landscaped property. This unique California style of home architecture is modern and clean. MLS®550130232
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MARCH 24, 2016
Duke led league in scoring, earned U.S. College scholarship at Union during breakout season
Brown named OJHL’s most improved player in his fourth season JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER
Luc Brown was a man with a plan entering his fourth season in the Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL). The Napanee native had shown glimmers of brilliance during his three previous seasons in a Wellington Dukes uniform but could never seem to put all the pieces together to become an elite force in the Junior A ranks. But an off-season spent on the ice and in the gym under the guidance of former Belleville Bull standout and veteran pro hockey player Randy Rowe put Brown onto the path to somewhere special in 2015-2016 and its mission accomplished for the 19 yearold as he was named the OJHL's most improved player. Brown potted 42 goals this season, nearly tripling his previous career high of 16 in 2014-2015. The Union College commit also easily set a career high in points with 91 and came within a hair of tying Chris Auger's franchise record of 92 set back
in 2005-2006. “It's a huge honour and looking back to the end of last season, I knew I had a little more in me to give and that I could take on a bigger role and set an example,” Brown told the Gazette this week. In the gym and on the ice, Rowe's tutelage has led Brown to be among the best Junior A players in the province. “It was a big summer,” Brown said. “Both Randy and (Dukes coach) Marty (Abrams) have done so much to help me develop into a hockey player.” It wasn't just one aspect of his game that went under the microscope for refinement, he added. Skating, learning how to effectively shoot in stride and other seemingly small adjustments to both preparation and in-game competition made for a dynamic player not seen in the Wellington lineup since another former Quinte Red Devil product broke the 50goal mark for Wellington back in 2011-2012.
See BROWN, page 23
IDOL OF IMPROVEMENT Wellington Duke Luc Brown was
named the 2015-16 OJHL most improved player earlier this month. Brown came within a point of tying the franchise mark of 92 in his fourth season with the club. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)
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Dukes trail Trenton 2-1 in tight series Home-ice advantage proves valuable as rivals square off in conference semifinal JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER
Right where it should be. That's probably the best way to describe the OJHL Northeastern Conference semifinal series between the Wellington Dukes and the Trenton Golden Hawks heading into Wednesday's Game 4 in Wellington which took place after deadline. Wellington was looking to hold serve in the best of seven set after the home side had claimed all three games played thus far and equaled a 2-1 lead for the team at the other end of Hwy 33. Wellington came close to masterminding an upset in Game 1 only to see an unexpected Golden Hawk goal scorer in Nick Boddy score the game winner in the third period of a 2-1 contest. In Game 2 Friday night in Wellington in front of 1,300 fans, the Dukes got out to a 30 lead and held on to provide the visitors their first loss of the 2016 post season and even the series at 1-1. On Monday, Wellington managed, as they did in Game 1, to get a second period lead but couldn't figure out a way to hold it a wound up on the losing side of a 4-2 game. A homer series heading into Game 4 and hopes abound locally it continued that way after Wednesday night. Wellington coach and general manager Marty Abrams praised his club Tuesday morning for their no quit attitude through the first three games of the series. That's what I've liked the most,” Abrams told the Gazette. “There has been a very good attitude and approach by the team. Coming in they were considered considerable underdogs but they've just kept it going in the face of adversity.” In terms of what he would like to see more of out of his charges, the bench boss pointed to the fact Wellington's 202 goals led the Northeastern
DUKING IT OUT Wellington Duke Austin Labelle tries to escape from the clutches of Trenton Golden Hawks defender Ryan DaSilva Friday evening during Game 3 of the Northeastern Conference semifinal at Essroc Arena. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)
Conference in the regular season and Wellington shooters should be producing at a higher level. “At this point in the series we haven't generated the offence I think we are capable of. A lot of credit goes to Trenton and how well they play away from the puck but we should be generating offence easier,” Abrams said. After Olivier Lafreniere went down with a lower body injury early in Game 6 of the previous series against Aurora, Abrams looked like a genius for acquiring former OHL goaltender Sam Tanguay as an insurance policy and so far, the Quebec City native has been sharp. “Game 2 was a Tangauy win and he was very solid in Games 1 and 3,” Abrams said of the netminding the club has received thus far in the series. “Sam has come up big with some key saves for us.” Tanguay couldn't be faulted on either of Trenton's two power-play goals in Game Three Monday and that was the difference in Trenton's 4-2 win. After the Dukes gave up the opening goal for the first
time in the series, Wellington played come back later in the opening stanza. Tyler Burnie intercepted Hunter Fargey's clearing attempt from the goal line in the high slot and would eventually spot Matt Adams who would find Nic Mucci cruising to the slot. Mucci beat Trenton's Daniel Urbani high glove side at 12:53 to tie the game at 1-1. In the second, it was the hard working rookie line of Wellington that pushed the Dukes ahead. Quinte Red Devil call-up Mack Warren's point blast was tipped in front by forward Austin Labelle. While Urbani would get a pad on it, the rebound was readily available for Wellington super pest Shaw Boomhower and he slide the puck into the open side of the Trenton net at 2:16. The addition of Colin Doyle who had been out with a leg injury suffered early in the new year paid instant dividends for Wellington as the the reunited trio of Doyle, Labelle and Boomhower was, in Abrams estimation, Wellington's most effective combo. “Colin had been working
hard to get back into the lineup and he was cleared late yesterday. It was very unexpected,” Abrams said of the Campbellford native's reactivation. “He was outstanding and his line was the best line on the ice.” Trenton would tie it off the rush as Liam Morgan snapped a shot form the high slot past Tanguay at 4:12 while Wellington was attempting to kill a penalty Morgan would bag the eventual game winner later in the frame off a draw in Wellington's end. Fargey would add a power-play goal at the seven minute mark of the third to effectively quell any potential Dukes uprising late in the contest. In Game 2, Wellington held the play for most of the game and, as a result, was able to withstand a pair of third period Trenton goals. Jacob Panetta's point blast just 1:25 in offered Wellington fans a reason to cheer and the club a lead they would never relinquish.
See DUKES, page 23
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Dukes alum Murphy won award in 2012 BROWN, from page 22
RAID IN PROGRESS Wellington Duke goaltender Sam Tanguay makes one of his 39 saves in Wellington’s 3-2 win in Game 2 Friday night. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)
Over 1,000 attend each game See BYPASS, page 22
It was more early dramatics in the second as Luc Brown finished a nice two-on-one with Ben Sokay 48 seconds in, doubling Wellington's lead to 2-0. Finally, it was Mucci snapping home a goal that Urbani would like to have back with exactly three minutes to play in the frame. After Kevin Lavoie gave Trenton some life at the 6:46 mark of the final stanza, it was buckle up time at the Essroc as fans from both sides urged their clubs on. Brandon Marshall's deflect-
ed shot from a screen beat Tanguay at 15:51 but the Dukes would not break and thwarted a late Trenton charge. The attendance and atmosphere has yet to disappoint as over 1,000 fans have turned out to every game in the series so far. Heading into Game 4, Friday night's Game 5 in Trenton starting at 7:30 p.m. was the only remaining contest that was guaranteed. If the set needs a sixth game, it will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Essroc Arena. Game 7, if needed, would be played Monday at 7:30 p.m. In Trenton.
Dukes grad Darcy Murphy won the OJHL's most improved award that season and Brown said it was an honour to follow in the Shannonville natives foot steps. “Anytime you are following in Murph's path it's not a bad thing,” Brown said. “He's a heck of a hockey player and as much success as he has had at the NCAA level, I would be very happy to have that kind of success,” Brown added. Brown was the OJHL Player of the Month twice (December, January) and runner up once (September) and admitted it was hard to imagine winning all kinds of laurels from the league from the outset of the campaign.
“You set goals and hope they are in reach but this season I kind of went above and beyond,” he added. In terms of the club's current performance in the 2016 OJHL playoffs, Brown has been thrilled to this point. While the franchise has had a number of lengthy post season runs in its history, this marks the first time Wellington has made it to the second round with Brown in a Dukes uniform. “It was an unreal feeling when we beat Aurora because after four years of going out in the first round there was some doubt but now we feel like we can keep it going and if we can get past Trenton we can go on a run,” Brown said. “They are a great team but we also know we can beat them.”
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HICkS, William. In loving memory of a dear husband and father, who passed away March 25, 2005. Silent memories keep you near, As time unfolds another year, No longer in our lives to share But in our hearts you are always there. Forever loved and sadly missed by wife Margaret and son Brett.. wANAMAkER Francis (Ike) March 26, 2012 With tears we saw you sinking We watched you fade away Our hearts were almost broken You fought so hard to stay. When we saw you slipping So peaceful from your pain We knew you were at rest Until we meet again. Love Janet, Debbie, Joanne, Stephen, Kevin and families.
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Peacefully at his home in Sophiasburgh on Friday March 18th, 2016. Julius Baldasti, formerly of Scarborough, in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Anna for 63 years. Loved father of Roy and his wife Anna of Sophiasburgh and Jimmy and his wife Laurie of Port Hope. Proud opa of Christina (Kyle), Nikki (Adam), Josh, Heidi and Zachary and great opa of Katelyn, Quinn and Brenleigh. Survived by his sister Margaret Tomizer of Austria. A private family prayer service was held at the Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton on the afternoon of Friday March 18th, 2016. The Rev. Fr. Thomas Thazhappally officiated. Cremation followed. If desired, donations to Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. www.whattamfuneralhome.com
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DULMAGE, Ruth Elizabeth
passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at Belleville General Hospital in her 64th year. She was predeceased by her parents, Edna and Melvin Dulmage and by a brother Dennis. She is survived by brother Dan Dulmage (Glenna) and their children Bekki (Tom Vallee) and Gord Dulmage (Shelley) and by sister Susan Smith (Gary) and their children Gavin and Marika. There will be a celebration of life at a later date.
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SPENCER, Robert William
MARTIN, Eunice Leona (nee Storms)
Peacefully at Hospice Prince Edward on Monday March 21st, 2016. Eunice Martin of the Maples, formerly of Picton at the age of 83. Beloved wife of the late Wayne and dear friend of the late Keith Minaker. Dear mother of Ruth (Ted) Lounsberry of Picton and Deanna (Kevin) Tuttle of Prinyers Cove. Dear sister of Lorne (Linda) Storms of Wellington. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Cindy, Steven, Brittany, Michael and great grandson Sage. A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel of the Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton on Wednesday, March 30th, 2016 at 11 a.m. Cremation has taken place. Reverend Audrey Whitney to officiate. If desired, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Friends may visit with family from 10 a.m. until the time of service and 11 a.m. www.whattamfuneralhome.com
On Thursday March 17, 2016, Robert passed away at home with his family at the age of 72. Robert was the beloved husband of 54 years to Carole (nee Dayton) and together they had 5 children; Laurieann (James Roloson) of Ameliasburgh, Rhonda (Raymond Lazure) of Bloomfield, Lisa (Wallace Marquardt) of Wellington, Robert Jr. (Tammy) of Picton and Loretta (Jamie Barrett) of Wellington. Robert will be greatly missed by his 11 grandchildren and 15 greatgrandchildren. Dear brother of Perry, Dorothy, Rose, Barb, Diana, Melvin and Maryann and the late Harold, Gordon, Clela, Raymond, Cecil and Margaret. Predeceased by his parents Orville and Ida Spencer. Mr. Spencer rested at the Hicks Funeral Home, 2 Centre Street, Picton. 613-476-5571. Graveside Service was held at Cherry Valley Cemetery on Wednesday, March 23 at 3:30 p.m. The Reverend Peter Spragg officiated. Friends then joined the family at the Picton Elks Lodge #326 in remembrance and celebration of Robert's Life. Memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Lung Association would be appreciated.
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Peacefully at Kentwood Park in the presence of family on Thursday March 17th, 2016. Ray Wilkins of Picton, formerly of Montreal, at the age of 92. Beloved husband of Doris and the late Irene. Loved father of Lorne and his wife Mercy, Robert and his wife Linda, and Laurie Renaud and her husband André, all of Montreal, and Allan and his wife Karin, of Cobden, and the late David. Remembered fondly by his many grandchildren, nieces, nephews and by the family of Doris. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 26th, 2016, at 2:00 PM at the Picton Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 19 Pitt St, Picton, ON K0K 2T0. Cremation has taken place. If desired, donations to the Kingdom Hall in Picton or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
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Passed away quietly at the Kingston General Hospital on Monday, March 21st, 2016 Glen Duetta of the Legion Manor, Wellington in his 72nd year. Dear companion of Mary McCauley. Loving brother of Marg Molyneux and Richard Duetta (Suzanne). Predeceased by his siblings Ronald and Betty. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews and his dear pet Ace. As per Glen’s wishes cremation has taken place. A Graveside Service will be held at Universalist Cemetery, Bloomfield at a later date. Memorial donations to the Loyalist Humane Society would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue, Wellington. Online donations and condolences at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com
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Under-16 Clippers learn how shot clock changes game during tournament play in Trenton ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER
The Under-16 County Clippers got some valuable experience despite falling on the short end of scores against three larger-centre opponents in tournament play in Trenton last weekend. The Clippers opened their season against the Kingston AAA Impact and found Game 1 a difficult adjustment from the basketball they had been playing with the PECI Junior Panthers. "We had a tough start adjusting to the quick pace given there is a 24-second shot clock, but had a strong second half," coach Rob Garden said of a 62-34 setback. "We continue to score well inside, but need to develop more offensive weapons to compete with these larger centres." The next contest saw the Clippers match up with another AAA team, the host Belleville Spirits, on the second half of back-to-back contests. Without much jump in their legs, the squad didn't manage much offensively, ultimately falling by a similar range 68-30. Garden said the Clippers managed to get plenty of chances behind the threepoint arc with 21 attempted shots, but they only managed to drain three. "It's tough to win at this level if we don't shoot around
STEADY CONTRIBUTOR Brodie Byford, seen here playing for the PECI Junior Panthers, led the Under-16 County Clippers in a recent tournament in Trenton, averaging seven points and four rebounds per game. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
40 per cent from three-point land," Garden said. The coach indicated his team might have a bit of a mental block against the Spirit, also, as the team's core group is comprised of many St. Theresa Titans players that beat PECI four times in the Bay of Quinte Conference season before taking the regional junior championship. "Right now, we don't have the confidence to beat them, but that's something we will continue to work on and to develop," he said. The third game pitted the Clippers against the Kingston Impact's AA entry. The contest proved to be much more evenly matched, tied through
three quarters. The Impact managed to outscore the Clippers 10-2 down the stretch to pick up the victory. Again, Garden said the shot clock introduced a change in the way his players need to compete to finish the game. "Again, with the 24-second clock, there is an increased emphasis on playing to win instead of holding onto a lead and slowing the game down," he said. "Kingston kept coming and our guys were used to grinding out those games. This is a different style and we need to stay aggressive in tight games."
The shot clock will be in effect for all Ontario Basketball Association games this year and they'll also come into effect in high school basketball next season, so it will be an important change to adapt to. Statistically, though Garden said he didn't have individual game totals available, he said Brodie Byford led the team in both scoring, with seven points per game average, and rebounding, with four per game average. Ben Wells and Jack MacCool were in four points per game territory, while Braeden Kelly was above three in both categories. The Clippers had all 16 players who won Bay of Quinte Conference and COSSA silver medals with PECI try out for this year's team. Garden said he and cocoach Steve O'Brien elected to take 11 rostered players and five affiliates to allow all players an opportunity to develop and improve. The Clippers return to tournament play in three weeks in Woodstock at the Oxford Attack AA tournament. Off the boards - A contingent from the county was at the Air Canada Centre last Friday to see the Toronto Raptors beat the Boston Celtics 105-91â&#x20AC;Ś The Clippers' spring house league started this Monday
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Bill Richardson to moderate County Reads Another effort with deep First Nations connections amongst the 2016 field is Broydon's Three Day Road supported by West Lake author Ken Murray. Set in 1919 following the end of the Great War, the story takes place in both the wilderness of Northern Ontario and the battlefields of France and Belgium and involves two Cree friends and their relative, an Oji-Cree medicine woman. Murray explained that Three Day Road is becoming more and more relevant every year since its 2005 release for a number of reasons which include the approach of the centennial milestones of Canada's participation in the First World War. “This is a book that takes that old, literary historical territory of the First World War and looks at in a different way, reinterprets through the experiences of people from the Cree nation near James Bay.” Hilary Fennell, a program director at the ROC, represents a different generation of reader at the 2016 County Reads event and will offer he take on Toews' A Complicated Kindness. A coming-of-age telling of
life as a young Manitoba Mennonite girl, Toews' novel is a lighted lamp post for disconnected youth in a small town where time stands still. Fennell said she actually read the book some years ago but didn't recall many details. “It was still there on my bookshelf and that was intriguing to me,” She said. As a child of Prince Edward County and now working with local youth, Fennell says A Complicated Kindness shares some of the unique challenges facing youth in this community. “Some of the things that are challenged by the youth of this community are the same issues in the book,” she added. Challenges in mid-1990s Montreal started and stopped with the looming Quebec Referendum and that serves as an intertwining narrative in Hay's His Whole Life which will be presented by St. Mary Magdalene reverend Charles Morris. A native Montrealer, Morris selected the book because of its timeline and setting which involves a 10 year old and his mother and father. The potential disintegration of Canada and a marriage on the rocks play off one another in Hay's effort. “The couple in this book
has a marriage that's unravelling while the relationship between the rest of Canada and Quebec is teetering on the brink and I found that intriguing and that's why I picked this book,” Morris said. Although in a completely different context, French and English language are also part of the story in Translation is a Love Affair by Poulin. Dorothy Speirs explained language translation is a fundamental skill on a number of levels in this bilingual country. The book is a light hearted story of the relationship between a bicultural author and his female translator. “It's an interesting take on what translation is and what translation means and it's also a mystery,” Speirs said. “It's a gentle novel and while it's good to read troubling work that makes us think, sometimes its nice to read something that nice and easy to read.” Longtime County Reads moderator David Sweet announced that he was quite willing to take a sabbatical to allow the CBC's Bill Richardson (an Authors Fest participant) to take over the moderating duties. The 2016 County Reads CLUES ACROSS will take place Thursday, 1. Matter April 14 starting at 7 p.m. 5. Puzzled 11. Well wish 14. Frightened strong westerly wind could 15. Home of the have put Macaulay Village in Cowboys the path of the blaze if the fire- 18. Between the jejunum and the fighters were notified later. “It would have been a chal- cecum lenge. The grass is dry but the 19. Founded the ground is wet and it makes it Union Colony hard to get vehicle access to 21. Read-only the scene,” Manlow said. “We memory are always on guard this time 23. Sorcerers of year until things green up.” 24. Female parents 28. Unexpected -Jason Parks, obstacle Staff 29. Of I 30. Used to have 10AM TO 2PM (Scottish) 32. Patti Hearst’s captors 33. Rock TV channel 35. Revolutions per minute 36. Exclamation: yuck! 39. Be afraid of 41. Arizona 42. Red liqueur __ gin 44. More discourteous 46. Type of chef
Firefighters control grass fire near County Rd. 22
The Prince Edward County Fire Department was quick to respond to and extinguish a grass fire near County Rd. 22 Monday evening. Over 20 firefighters responded to the scene as a passerby called 911 after spotting a small blaze near a block of scrub cedar trees near the corner of County Rd. 22 and Kingsley Road, just east of Loch Sloy Holdings. Luckily the conditions were
calm and firefighting staff were able to make short work of the fire, utilizing hose to get water to the remote area some distance from the roadway. Fire chief Scott Manlow said no visible ignition source was found at the scene. “It could have been an ATV going through or someone walking and smoking a cigarette. It's hard to say exactly what started it,” Manlow said. Drier conditions and a
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BREAKFAST SERVED Grant Latchford serves up some maple syrup for hungry customers at Walt’s Sugar shack on Saturday morning. Walt’s was a busy place with cars lining both sides of Salem Road for most of the festival. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)
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Canadian Dairy XPO 2016 April 6 at 9am to April 7 at 4pm in Stratford, Ont. For more information about the event, please visit www.dairyxpo.ca. April 14 - The Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture monthly board of directors meeting will be held at the Bloomfield United Church Sunday School room beginning at 7:30 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend. Contact Patti Stacey at 613-919-5154 or princeedwardfarmers@gmail.com
OFA addressing four roadway issues with MTO
By Bruce Webster, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture Ontario’s economy runs on our roads. The without plates, are permitted to travel on goods produced and manufactured in roads for farm use under the Highway Ontario spend some time in transit along Traffic Act. Some Ontario farmers are now our roadways. We need good roads and using telehandlers on the farm. sound infrastructure to conduct business Telehandlers are self-propelled farm in Ontario. Ontario farmers rely on vehicles, but reports from our members roadways every day to transport farm show MTO enforcement personnel are inputs and products, and move large farm not recognizing them as permitted farm vehicles. OFA is asking ministry staff to equipment. But improperly designed infrastructure clarify the use of telehandlers as farm can be a significant problem for farmers. vehicles with their enforcement staff to The sheer size of modern farm equipment eliminate further confusion on the roads. and farm vehicles require specific OFA reminds MTO and municipalities considerations and provisions when that highway trucks aren’t the largest designing infrastructure. The Ontario vehicles on the road. Large farm vehicles Federation of Agriculture (OFA) regularly regularly travel our roadways and should monitors Ministry of Transportation (MTO) always be accounted for in roadway and developments and changes as they infrastructure planning. The current MTO impact farm businesses. We also rely on design standards for roundabouts may feedback from our grassroots member to not accommodate all farm vehicles. OFA help identify any concerns with reminds MTO to share the road – regulations, roadway developments and roundabouts intended for roads in agricultural areas need to be designed to enforcement. OFA is currently addressing four safely accommodate both large trucks concerns that impact farm businesses and large farm vehicles. and roadway travel with the Ministry of MTO’s plans to upgrade the current Colonel Talbot Road/Highway 4 and Transportation. 1.The availability of the Farm Guide, a Highway 401 interchange near London by resource for the rules for farm vehicles removing the Glanworth Drive bridge over the 401 will create safety hazards. Large, travelling roadways. 2. The recognition of telehandlers as self- slow moving farm vehicles and loads of processing vegetables currently travel the propelled vehicles of husbandry. 3. The design standards for roundabouts bridge to move farm equipment over and their ability to accommodate farm Highway 401. Removing the bridge will force farmers to travel other highways, equipment. 4. The safety hazards surrounding the creating obvious road safety hazards over proposed removal of the Glanworth Drive longer routes. OFA is talking to MTO about this planning oversight, advocating bridge over Highway 401. For more than 15 years Ontario farmers directly for members that could be have relied on the Farm Guide as a single impacted by this construction. source of reference for regulations Ontario farmers depend on well planned, governing farm vehicles on the road. OFA safe and accessible roadways to conduct has learned that MTO is planning to business. Farm vehicles must be remove this resource from their website considered at every point of infrastructure and replace it with a series of links. OFA planning. Our large vehicles and will be addressing this with ministry staff, equipment are often wider, taller and requesting the continuation of the Farm longer that anything else travelling on the Guide as an essential reference guide for road. OFA looks forward to moving these Ontario farm businesses and for issues forward with MTO, keeping our roadways open for farm businesses. enforcement officers. Self-propelled implements of husbandry,
He said the nine Maple in the County sugar bushes actually harvest two crops — the maple syrup and the people who come to enjoy it. “If everyone is having the turnout we're having here this morning, our second crop harvest is going to be great this year,” he said. He said he's amazed the event has grown into what it has over the years. One explanation, Hubbs offered, is that people are looking to enjoy the fresh air after a winter spent indoors. “Everybody seems to have cabin fever at this time of year and they're just looking to get out,” he said. Beth Lauer, who was visiting Hubbs with her two sons, said she's taken part in Maple in the County is the past, but was drawn to the Pulver Road sugar bush by the helicopter jump. She confirmed the event was a good reprieve after the winter. “It just makes you remember there are things to do outside, sometimes you forget when you're holed up,” she said. “Maple in the County is great fun and there just always seems to be something to do here for kids, which is great for
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moms and dads.” Things were just as busy a short drive away at Walt's Sugar Shack. The sugar shack hosted a pancake breakfast as well, along with a live entertainment, a petting zoo and face painting. Owner Brian Walt was enthusiastic about the response. “It's phenomenal the people who have come up the driveway,” he said. “All of our volunteers are cooking pancakes out there by the thousands.” He said the sugar shack has participated in Maple in the County for three years and in that time the attendance has grown in leaps and bounds. “This is a big deal for the county,” he said. Walt said it's been a bit of a strange year for sap production. There haven't been any big runs, but it has at least been consistent, he said. “The product is really good that's coming in,” he said. “The quality of the sap is really good.” Three Dog Winery and Sugarbush owner Sacha Squair also reported a great response from the public. She said usually the event sees several hundred people pass through on each day of Maple in the County. “It's a great day for boiling down,” she said Saturday. “The sap is running. We've done a small amount so far and we bottled last night.” She praised Maple in the County and those who worked to make it a success. “It's a great group of people and we work really collaboratively together to get things rolling,” she said. “It's all volunteers who do it.” She said with all the volunteers working together and support from the municipality, the transition of marketing responsibilities from Taste the County has been seamless.
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Young Mummers bring Aliceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s adventures to life ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER
The Marysburgh Mummers offered a new twist on some old tales this week. Director Carlotta Rutledge was looking for a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic to stage and decided instead of buying the rights to an existing show, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d put together one of her own. She focused her efforts on Lewis Carrollâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classics Aliceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Adventures in Wonderland and Through The Looking-Glass and came up with an engaging and interesting composition. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I read both books and scripted from what I thought was the best dialogue,â&#x20AC;? Rutledge said. The company workshopped four scenes from the piece dur-
ing its summer drama camp last year and the young performers decided they wanted to take part. Not all of the participants attended all three weeks of camp and some were from out of town, but a cast was cobbled together. In six rehearsals â&#x20AC;&#x201D; three Saturdays and the three days before opening night, the story began to come together. On stage at Mt. Tabor Thursday, in colourful costumes, favourite characters from Wonderland came alive as Alice met the likes of the White Rabbit, the Caterpillar, Humpty Dumpty, the Mad Hatter, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum and even the infamous Queen of Hearts.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; The production was polished and the lines â&#x20AC;&#x201D; mostly mysterious or rhetorical â&#x20AC;&#x201D; well
delivered â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a credit to the young cast, Rutledge said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You could see they really learned their parts and took ownership,â&#x20AC;? she said. Back stage, a crew of the young and young at heart multi-tasked and learned the tricks of the trade well. Maeve Sanderson handled the sound, while Cameron Talbot worked on the lighting. Rutledge said seeing the smiles on the faces of her young
cast and crew as they staged matinee performances for friends, family, and community was rewarding. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It makes you feel real good inside,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a purpose, you feel like youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re supposed to be doing this.â&#x20AC;? Many young Mummers indicated theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re already looking forward to this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer drama camp in August and a chance to stage Disneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beauty and the Beast junior musical.
ALICEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ADVENTURES Alice (Cailin Heard) speaks to the Cheshire Cat (Phaedra Molyneux) as part of the Marysburgh Mummersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; presentation of Alice in Wonderland and Through The Looking Glass Thursday. (Adam Bamburger/Gazette staff)
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