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Picton Terminals seeks $10 million for major upgrade CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

HIKERS It may have been wet and chilly, but that didn’t stop hundreds of people from filling the Prince Edward Community Centre

hall on Sunday.The fifth annual Hike for Hospice was seen as another success for Hospice Prince Edward. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

Soggy Hike For Hospice still brings in over $25,000 Following year of change community support for palliative care organization remains strong CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

Hospice Prince Edward officials acknowledged there's been a lot of change within the organization, but the support for the annual Hike for Hospice remained constant.

The fifth annual Hike kicked off Sunday morning and, despite some cool rain, more than 200 people took to county streets in support of the local organization. A

final total wasn't available as pledges from the event were still rolling in early this week, but more than $25,000 was raised. That brings the five-year total to more than $150,000.

Among those who came out to support Hospice was Sara Coyle. She said her grandfather, Frank Kimmett, passed away a little over a month ago. She said he spent his last couple of days at the residential hospice.

“He was so well taken care of,” she said. “We were really appreciative of the time we got to spend there.

It was really nice and we got to spend the last two days saying goodbye to him in a very comforting environment.”

Coyle said her grandfather was always there to help anyone in need and the family wanted to follow that example by giving back to hospice.

Hospice board president Peter Matthewman said the support though fundraising events like Hike for Hospice are crucial for the organization.

“Fifty per cent of our funding comes from donations and fundraising events such as this one,” he said.

“Those are critical for the survival of Hospice and our ongoing success.”

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Ambitious plans are forming at Picton Terminals.

Ben Doornekamp of Picton Terminals addressed committee of the whole last week where he requested municipal support for a major expansion at the port.

Doornekamp said he attended last Thursday's meeting to keep council and the community up to date with plans at the site and to request the municipality's help. He said the company is looking for $10 million from upper levels of government in order to purchase two Liebherr mobile port cranes. Each crane costs $5 million.

Doornekamp said the cranes are required in order for the port to be capable of unloading vessels within the minimum 24-hour required unloading time.

“The upgrades are taking a one-dimensional port now to multi-dimensional because if we're one-dimensional we're only helping one industry,” he said. “Unfortunately, in order to take advantage of some of the markets, this has to be done as soon as possible.”

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Doornekamp said with the upgrades, he could see 100 vessels potentially coming through the port in a year, although that was a high projection.

He said the two cranes would help Picton Terminals compete with other Great Lakes terminals, would make the facility one of the most versatile ports on the Great Lakes, and would make Picton Terminals the fastest unloading port on the Great Lakes.

Doornekamp explained his family has already invested $10 million in rehabilitation and infrastructure upgrades to make the terminal fully operational.

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QHC pleased to receive new money, but unsure about changes to plan Health minister’s order to halt move of 2,500 day surgeries from Trenton to Belleville leaves staff in limbo, raises questions about finances JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

There's relief and also wonderment at the Quinte Healthcare Corporation (QHC) after the Ministry of Health and Long-term Care made a pair of announcements in Trenton last month.

The Minister of Health and

Long-term Care Dr. Eric Hoskins was at Trenton Memorial Hospital (TMH), touting a rejigging of the various health-care funding formulae that will net QHC an additional $4 million going forward that will assist the financially beleaguered hospital system in their budgeting process.

But Hoskins also ordered a halt of the movement of 2,500 or so day surgeries from TMH to Belleville General Hospital (BGH), an order that no doubt placated the Our TMH advocacy group but also left QHC with more answers than questions.

President and chief executive officer Mary Clare Egberts said next year would mark the first time in four years her organization or any hospital in Ontario would receive inflationary funding to combat the rising costs of centrally bargained union contracts, medicine and hydro costs.

“We are very happy to have it because it means we won't have the same level of

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First, the Health-Based Allocation Model (HBAM) formula and the global envelope will see matching oneper-cent increases.

Secondly, there has been a reset in the HBAM formulation that ensure hospitals in areas of low growth aren't penalized because they aren't booming like areas in the Toronto or Ottawa regions.

Previously, the HBAM model looked favourably on those areas, providing them more health resources despite the fact there were still people in the Quinte area getting sick.

“There was some recognition by the Ministry of Health and Long-term Care that some of the rural areas in the province were treated a little harsher than originally planned so this reset is absolutely great news and will help us into the future,” Egberts said. “We've worked very hard to help the ministry understand how negatively the formula was impacting communities such as ours.

The third portion is more QHC driven than anything as the hospital is finally starting to see some efficiencies which is a key part of the Ontario Healthcare funding restructuring.

Under the new funding plan rolled out by the province about five years ago, certain procedures (hip replacements, knee replace-

ments, cataract surgeries) are funded at a provincially median rate and those hospitals that can perform at or below that rate are rewarded.

“Efficiencies are improving and QHC is now meeting the provincial benchmark in much more of the various areas in the hospital and that means we are going to receive additional funding,” Egberts explained.

As for the ordered halt on the day surgeries, Egberts said the minister's office and the South East Local Health Integration Network were consulted prior to authorizing to passing the 2016-2017 budget plan.

“This plan is something the minister’s office was aware of and it saves QHC $750,000. We will be seeking clarification about the timelines and how they are going to support (QHC) in dealing with the financial ramifications of this delay,” Egberts said.

Egberts said the halt puts QHC staff into limbo as the organization was well into a union process that would rejig the compliment of frontline staff at all four sites.

“To stop that mid process, we are still trying to determine how to deal with that. It prolongs uncertainty and creates a number of challenges and instability into our staff life that we would rather not see,” she said.

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County Pop performers put on a show for about 500 at Crsystal Palace Success of live music festival has organizer thinking about an encore next year CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

It was a successful inaugural show for the County Pop Community Music Festival and it appears the show will return next year.

The show, which took place Saturday evening at the Crystal Palace, attracted approximately 500 visitors with performances from the Banjo Mechanics, Instant Rivalry, Communism, Justin Rutledge, and headliner Ron Sexsmith.

Organizer Dave Ullrich said following the success of the Sandbanks New Waves Music Festival, which he helped get off the ground, he wanted to create another festival as a lead-in to springtime. He said he couldn't get much happier with Saturday's result.

“It just turned out great, starting from the weather of course — even though it's an indoor event — it just made it so nice,” Ullrich said. “It really made the Crystal Palace itself pop, which was part of the idea of using that building, it's such a nice spot.”

The family event brought a laid back, community atmosphere. A free kids area with activities lead by local artist Krista Dalby offered a

DULCET TONES Lewis Melville and Ian Pattison of the Banjo Mechanics hit the stage at the County Pop Community Music Festival on Saturday afternoon. The banjo duo began playing together in 1995 and were a hit at the festival. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

welcoming environment for younger visitors, while the adults could enjoy the music with a glass of local Norman Hardie wine, Barley Days beer or County Cider.

Throughout the evening, the savoury smells from the Drake Devonshire, Jamie Kennedy Fries, Picnic, and Pink Lunch Pail food trucks lured visitors outside.

“During the event we had kids running around outside and the skatepark was full — even my own kids were over there — it just really made the location sing,” Ullrich said.

One of Ullrich's favourite aspects of County Pop was that family atmosphere.

“Every once in a while you'd see this little batch of kids get up and they'd be dancing and jumping around or just goofing around,” he said. “It just brings a sort of levity to the situation that makes it more fun.”

Ullrich said the live show went off without a hitch with bands running on time and sounding great. He said there was a great mix of

styles and the show flowed smoothly between the quieter sounds of the Banjo Mechanics on through to the rocking sounds of the band Communism.

“Then moving into Justin and Ron, both of them have star power and it was just great to see them presented to a nice crowd in a great spot,” Ullrich said. “I was really happy.”

Ullrich said the success of the event sets up County Pop for an encore presentation next year. He said plans are in the works and he's working out who he'd like to invite to play the show next season.

He said he's learned many valuable lessons in helping organize Sandbanks New Waves and through his own music career with The Inbreds. He said those lessons will serve County Pop well moving forward.

“Live music can be tricky, there's no question,” he laughed.

One lesson, he said, is the importance of using all tools available to make the public aware of the event, including radio, newspapers and online.

“It's so important with live events to cast the net

wide so everyone is aware of it,” he said. “Hopefully by next year people will be aware that this is something that's coming in the spring and maybe it will even be a

little bit better.”

Ullrich thanked all volunteers, staff, and sponsors across the county who helped make the event a successful one.

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Councillors caution that adherence to target reductions could mean reduction of services or need to dip too deep into reserves to recover

Pennell tries to convince peers to reduce 2017 budget by five per cent CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

A proposal to reduce the 2017 municipal budget by five per cent didn't generate a lot of support at last week's committee of the whole meeting.

The proposal was put forward by councillor Roy Pennell, who said increasing costs are making it harder to live in Prince Edward Coun-

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ty. Pennell said downloads from the province have increased the municipality's costs considerably. He said the average tax increase since amalgamation is 11.5 per cent per year.

“It's a lot of money and hopefully we can blame 75 per cent of that on the province,” he said.

Pennell said in the near future the municipality is going to have to decide what

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“We have roads that are just atrocious, we're looking at highway 49 which is going to be an expenditure beyond belief — we have all these things to pay for,” he said.

He said all of those projects are going to cost money in the future and council should begin to try to ease the burden

on taxpayers now.

“What I'm proposing is that we ask every department, both within the County and external ones in all, to take a serious look at coming in with a five per cent across the board reduction,” he said. “If we do that, we can get a feel for where money can change. I have not seen one budget come in without an increase since I've been here.”

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While several councillors noted they appreciated Pennell's sentiment, there wasn't much appetite for reducing the budget at this point without knowing the full implications of doing so.

Councillor Gord Fox said he admired Pennell's passion, but cautioned against such a move.

“I was on council when we kept our tax increase at zero, but what we had to do to keep the operation moving was we used our reserves,” he said. “Then the next year we had to come in with something like a fiveor seven-per-cent increase to make up for what we didn't have and then it took us years to recover to get our reserves back up again.”

Fox said he has faith that staff look at the budget each year and make efficiencies wherever possible.

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Councillor Treat Hull said the five-per-cent reduction was certainly doable, but neither council nor the public would appreciate the consequences.

“It's a good discussion to have, to know going in what you're trying to achieve in terms of overall percentage, I just don't think it's five per cent,” Hull said.

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Port proposal promising, but potential impact must be considered

SURROUNDED by water, Prince Edward County residents have a storied history of exploiting their fortunate location by lucrative maritime pursuits. Commercial fisheries have operated off the south shore for generations. Exports of barley, apples, and cheese around the world brought great wealth to the county in the 1800s and people adapted as time went on with shipments of canned goods, iron ore, and more nefariously, even bootlegged liquor during the years of American prohibition.

In more recent years, that tradition had mostly diminished. Essroc Cement still welcomed freighters off Lake Ontario, some fishing charters and tour boats came calling, and a small group of fisherman still honed their craft. For the most part, however, Prince Edward County wasn’t capitalizing on that location as it had been throughout history. That changed when the Doornekamp family purchased the old iron ore docks and started welcoming ships to the port. As word spread, inquiries from various sectors came in and the owners of the rechristened Picton Terminals facility realized there is the potential for a steady flow of good through their facility.

For many reasons, the expansion of Picton Terminals represents a return to that maritime economy that should be championed and celebrated. The flow of goods through Picton will likely mean more people in the county have steady, well-paying jobs at the docks themselves. It likely could offer potential for new warehousing operations in the county and access to new marketplaces for agricultural businesses working in eastern Ontario. Also, the fewer dollars companies in this region have to spend on transporting their goods to a far-off

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port, the more likely those companies can survive when competing with those elsewhere that don’t have the overhead costs for energy and labour that Ontario businesses are facing. The elimination of trucks from provincial highways is an added benefit, considering wear and tear and pollution.

In an age when manufacturing companies simply aren’t locating their plants off major highway routes and the county’s economy is heavily skewed toward tourism, agriculture, and the new information economy, the diversification provided by a return to shipping would also bring welcomed stability to the region. It appears fortuitous for the County that the Doornekamps decided it was Jean Morrison Debbie McCann Publisher Business Manager worthwhile to take on this lofty venture.

All that said, supporting a $10-million public investment in Picton Terminals appears a wise move by local politicians, but they must be pragmatic in ensuring the development is right for the county. At first blush, it appears increased truck traffic will harm an already beleaguered County Rd. 49. Will the municipality receive enough money to restore and maintain that artery? The entrance by the bucolic White Chapel and the Red Barns also seems ill-suited to host such regular industrial activity and neighbours have already expressed frustration with the initial operations of the port. Harm must be minimized and there is an onus on elected officials to ensure the county is not just an area goods merely travel Karen Gyde Christine DeMille through to get to port, but instead one that shares in the benefit.

Classifieds Manager Classifieds There is a good deal to be struck that likely can benefit the economic fortunes of the region for years to come. Swift action is required to get the cranes built and the ships sailing, but it must wait until there’s certainty it is the right deal.

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THE BIG PICTURE The Rotary Club of Picton recently donated $500 for the Prince Edward Learning Centre to purchase a large television monitor to help facilitate communal learning opportunities its classes. Pictured, from left, are PELC students A.J. Clark, Ashley McInnis, instructors Sarah Williams and Lori Farrington, executive director Kathy Kenny, Rotary community service director Barb Proctor, and student Domenic Boone. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

Stories From Our Past 1926

n Rumours that Ontario was bound for the polls proved to be unfounded.

Government sources suggested that October would be a more likely time for George Ferguson’s Conservatives to look for another mandate n Work started on the construction of two new county roads stretching fiveand-a-half miles in length. One stretch was from Mitchell’s Corner to Waupoos. The other was from Hallowell Crossing to Bloomfield. n While visiting Ontario for an international conference, M. Chatelain, the Soviet Union’s chief engineer, predicted the development of pocket portable telephones and television.

1946

n Tourism operators on East Lake raised concerns about the Royal Canadian Air Force resuming use of the area for bombing practice after the Second World War had ended. They were concerned the bombing would scare away potential business. n Picton’s Jack Ward was named the County’s new roads superintendent.

The position was made vacant by John B. Dunkley’s departure. Lt. Col J.W. Leavens who left the post earlier for miliary service declined to return. nAfter listening to a deputation of residents, Picton council voted against erecting a hydro sub-station near the corner of Main and Elizabeth streets.

1976

n The Anti-Inflation Board recommended Lake Ontario Cement and the United Cement, Lime and Gypsum Workers union roll back a negotiated 23.5 per cent wage increase to 16.5 per cent. The negotiated wage would have given the workers a valued wage differential over those working at Lafarge’s Bath operation. n Sophiasburgh received $8,250 and South Marysburgh $4,500 in grants to help with preparing or upgrading official plans and zoning bylaw. n The 12-member Korean Orphan Chorus raised money and awareness at the Regent Theatre for the Salvation Army’s programs in their country.

1996

n Some 14 elementary school teachers and 12 secondary school teachers were issued layoff notices by the Prince Edward County Board of Education. Director Larry Langdon said with resignations and retirements, many of those teachers would still find work come September. n The Children’s Aid Society of Prince Edward County served 69 children in 1995, one more than in 1994 and it cut its deficit from $12,919 to just $3,391.

The society provided over 1,600 fewer days of care during the year. n The OPP and Kingston police stored over 30 recovered stolen vehicles in Prince Edward County.

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The upgrades are taking a one-dimensional port now to multi-dimensional because if we're onedimensional we're only helping one industry.

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PEC Syria celebrates its progress with pot-luck luncheon Members of six support pods have chance to mingle CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

A gathering this weekend at the Wellington and District Community Centre's Highline Hall offered donors, volunteers and the families involved with PEC Syria to celebrate, connect, and share.

Approximately 170 people attended the pot luck event where everyone shared a laugh and a meal and the Syrian families expressed their appreciation for the community support they've had since their arrival in October.

PEC Syria co-chair and founder Carlyn Moulton said Sunday's event was a celebration of the community's volunteer efforts to create a friendly atmosphere for those displaced by the ongoing Syrian civil war.

“It's really to just celebrate the way the community has stepped up, through volunteers and donors, to create a welcoming environment for our new Syrian friends,” she said.

Moulton said all county residents should be proud of their community.

“It's been an amazing effort and a lot of effort by so many people to make this a

CELEBRATING PECSyria pod leader Ian Crerar and Ahmad Al Jasem shared a laugh during a celebration at the Wellington and District Community Centre on Sunday.The pot luck event was held as a thanks to everyone involved. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

success and I do think it is a success,” she said. “People are settling in well, we have 20 kids who are in school, people are starting to work, they're learning the language and becoming friends.”

She said Syrians are beginning to realize they're safe in Prince Edward County, they're respected, and that they have friends.

“That's what it's about,” she said.

A crew from TV Ontario (TVO) was on hand to document Sunday's events. Moulton said the station will be creating a documentary on the formation and evolution of PEC Syria. She said the documentary could help

other rural communities understand how it's possible to embrace refugees who would typically locate in urban centres.

“The whole journey for rural refugee settlement is a different one than an urban one,” she said. “They're going to be around for the next year following us along as more families come and as we try to help them settle and integrate into the community.”

Moulton said from the very beginning of PEC Syria, the organization had been contacted by news and television networks. She said there was major interest in the story as it's unusual for a

small community to embrace so many refugee families.

She said those requests were turned down repeatedly.

“We didn't feel it was appropriate to have cameras intruding into the lives of the families, that maybe that wasn't the right move at that time,” she said.

Ultimately, it was the Syrians who suggested such a documentary be made to let Canadians and other refugees know that the journey has been a positive one.

“They started to realize that maybe there's a message there, not just for Canadians, but for many others around the world that there's a real humanitarian crisis that's playing out,” Moulton said.

“The war continues, in fact it's intensified. People are being endangered and lives are being lost and we can make a difference if we extend our hand.”

She said that's an important message to remember as PEC Syria is hoping another four families will be relocated to the area soon.

For every family that comes, a support group — called a pod — is created to assist the family in various ways.

Jodi Whyte said, in the beginning, she didn't believe she had the time to volunteer and instead offered to help by dealing with emails and phone calls. When a refugee

family decided to move to Belleville, she said she offered to help set up a pod and find a leader — a role she ultimately filled herself. She said the experience has been fulfilling one.

“I wouldn't give it up now for anything in the world,” she said. “It's just been phenomenal, everything about it.”

She said working with the family is challenging, but equally rewarding, and all of the volunteers involved have become like an extended family themselves. Whyte said it's crucial to the families' settlement to have someone to turn to whenever there are questions.

“The pods are incredible and everybody pitches in and does what they can,” she said.

Pod leader Ian Crerar said his experience has been much the same.

“It's been the most amazing journey,” he said. “I've never been the guy who gets involved in volunteer stuff before, but when I heard about the first family coming and got a little bit involved, I said 'I have to do this.'”

The event offered the six pods a chance to mingle and get to know each other.

Those in attendance also heard speeches from Moulton, Mayor Robert Quaiff and Bay of Quinte MP Neil Ellis.

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I got a notion (I'm not sure why) last Saturday to clean up the ditches in front of my place. Now there had been some bags of garbage and pieces of construction siding that had been there just a little too long that have caught my eye one too many times.

The fast food cups, drinking bottles and containers along with the usual smokers waste packs and butts were

expected. Why would you want to carry that trash around in your car leave alone your body?

Once upon a time one did their drinking at the kitchen sink with a glass. It was called water without the plastic and sugar. Imagine my surprise at the big-city find of a bag of syringes, used of course, but only for insulin. What a relief!

And here I was thinking those

damn addicts were throwing their junk out here like some disrespected alleyway. It was probably a medical emergency while driving. The mystery bags of cat and dog crap are always a welcome find knowing that someone is sparing the Michigan landfill of foreign pet waste so easily recycled at our very own roadsides. Remember those bags of fish guts, heads and

barbecue bones. That was so thoughtful to think about the hungry wildlife, coyotes and coons, needing a fill up on good nutritious food that just shouldn't go to waste.

The work of a couple of hours over a thousand feet of road ditches yielded about a half-a-dozen large garbage pails full of..... well, garbage.

So remember folks when you have stuff that you need

to throw away right now, just amble on down to the Ridge Road only a brief drive from town (or on your way to town) where chances are you can dump and dispose for free, no consequences, and you'll feel like a weight has been lifted off your chest doing the right thing.

Doug Schofield RR1 Picton

Learn how to have your writing published at upcoming presentation

Do you have a story to tell?

Have you always dreamed of becoming a published author? Are you keen to write your memoirs? If you’ve always been curious about how the publishing process works or the best ways to share your personal story, the next History Speaks talk will likely be of great interest.

Local publisher Steve Campbell will host “So You Want to be Published?” at the Picton branch on Wednesday, May 11 at 2 p.m. This event is targeted to anyone who’s ever had a compelling urge to put pen to proverbial paper. From emerging fiction novelists who aren’t sure how to get started to storytellers who want to document their family history for future generations, this event can help you move from idea to publication.

Best known as writer, editor and publisher of the perennial local favourite County Magazine but another

INSIDE THE LIBRARY Liz Zylstra

part of his work is in publishing books for local writers.

Campbell shares, “Everyone has a story to tell. While writers dream of sharing their thoughts with friends, family and a wider audience, most feel intimidated by the publishing world.” He’ll give you an overview of the Canadian publishing industry and what first-time novelists and storytellers can

expect. If you’ve written something and would like to see it on the shelves of your local library and bookstore, attending this interactive talk is a great first step. All are welcome – be sure to bring your questions!

Another way you can share your creative output with local library users is in the form of an e-book. If you’ve published an e-book and own the copyright, it’s possible to add your publication to our e-book collection on Overdrive. If this interests you, call me at (613) 399-2023 or e-mail liz@peclibrary.org.

Local author Anne Stephenson with her longtime friend Susan Brown write under the pen name Stephanie Browning. Together, they recently wrote Outbid by the Boss. This contemporary romance tells happens when an antique candlestick goes on the block and business turns personal for Chas Porter.

Outbid by the Boss is avail-

able through Overdrive and has already been read more than 500 times! If your interest is piqued but you’d prefer an old-school print copy, you’re also in luck. The novel was just released as a paperback. We’ll be adding it and its sequel Undone by the Star to the physical library shortly. And for young adult readers we also just added Paper Treasure, Anne’s newly released title for 9-12-yearolds to our collection.

MAIN STREET CONSTRUCTION JUST GOT FUN!

Please join us this Saturday, May 7th to launch Picton’s real best construction site at the Picton library branch.

With a little help from the County, Taggart Construction and Home Hardware, we’ll be hosting our very own construction site right out front. Bring your little builders to our front yard to

dig, build, draw plans and move some earth around.

Hard hats, dozers and diggers will be waiting for you.

Join us at noon on May 7 for the grand opening and help us cut the safety tape!

HISTORY SPEAKS

The final History Speaks event of the 2016 season is “Scandals, Sickness and Slavery” and will be presented by archives manager Krista Richardson Wednesday, May 18 at 2 p.m. in our Wellington branch.

Richardson will provide a peek into local scandals and the stories behind the headlines. Thievery, elopement, bootlegging and rum running, cholera and other deadly ailments are just a few of the scandals that will be featured. A review of articles and editorials that ran in local newspapers from 1831 to 1834 will also document some of the history of slavery in the county.

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Quantum students learn about migratory birds at Prince Edward Point NatureHood volunteers share details about banding programs CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

AVIAN ORATORS David Okines and Gillian Holmes speak to Quantum students about birds during

the student’s trip to the Prince Edward Point Bird Observatory on April 23. Students from Picton, Belleville, and Trenton attended the trip, which was part of the NatureHood program.(Submitted photo)

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education session at the bird observatory. The session gave the students an opportunity to learn all about birds, including the perils of migration and bird banding.

The trip was made possible by PEPtBO through their NatureHood program which is supported by a grant from Environment Canada’s Canadian Wildlife Service.

The students spent the day exploring Prince Edward Point, meeting bird banding experts David Okines and Gillian Holmes, and checked out mist nets.

They also had a chance to

get up close to some birds that were being released after being weighed, checked for fat content, and banded.

NatureHood volunteer Cheryl Chapman taught the students both of the dangers birds experience during migration and of the skeletal structure of birds using an impressive collection of bird skeletons and bones. Students were also shown taxidermy specimens of the great horned owl and a rough legged hawk.

The trip was capped with a picnic and bird watching at the wildlife area.

Mari-anette’s Shabby Chic Painted Pieces Upcoming Classes

Sunday, May 15 − Paint a piece with milk paint 1−4pm $75

Sunday, May 29 − Paint a piece with chalk paint 1−4pm $80

Please stop by or call for info & register

NEW LOCATION: 188 Main St. Picton 613-707-8980

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WHATTAM’S COMMUNITY CALENDAR The Community Calendar is donated as a public service to our community by The Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main St., West, Picton (613-476-2450) SPACE IS AVAILABLE TO all non-profit groups or organizations that serve 'The County' ONLY. Calendar items can be faxed 476-3031, email communitycalendar@whattamfuneralhome.com or placed in drop box at the side door of the Funeral Home

by Saturday at noon.

E-MAIL, staff@whattamfuneralhome.com & for community calendar, communitycalendar@whattamfuneralhome.com

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

PICTON UNITED CHURCH COUNTY FOOD BANK: Food items that are needed are peanut butter, canned salmon, canned stew/chili, canned fruit, rice. All donations are gratefully accepted. Please drop off donations at the County Food Bank (12 Chapel St., Picton 476-8516), Fri. mornings 911:30. Or at the Picton United Church office (Tues. to Fri. mornings 9-11:45). Contact Leda 476-2109.

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

ROTARY CASH CALENDAR WINNERS: April 19th Shirley Skinkis, 26th Dianne Noack.

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. NEW YOGA CLASSES: Starting at Bloomfield Town Hall Sunday May 8, weekly throughout the summer. Classes run from 10-11am.

Please bring your own mat if you can. Fee is $5/class.

Generously sponsored by the Bloomfield Rec Committee.

Everyone welcome. Info Hedy 393-3798.

PE LEARNING CENTRE: Register now for English Boost!

Free writing classes for adults 18+. Great for College Prep or upgrading writing skills. Tuesday evenings 6 – 8:30pm, or Wednesday mornings 9am – 12 noon. Classes run for 4 weeks starting Tues May 17 & Wed May 18. Learn how to plan, organize, draft, edit & format written work – the “Code” for good writing. Can’t get to class? We can help with transportation & childcare. Register by May 13 by calling PE Learning Centre 476-1811 or in person at 206 Main St Picton (lower level of the Armoury).

RAIN BARRELS: Order your $60 rain barrels online at www.rainbarrel.ca/csgpicton before May 25th to support the County Sustainability Group’s Environmental Bursary Fund.

All proceeds go towards the PECI Student Awards. Pick up for orders is on Sat. May 28th between 10am & Noon at Valleypine Farm 841 Cty Rd 13 at corner of Cty Rd 16 near Black River Cheese. Info Don 476-8016.

RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON: Bingo Wednesday’s 6:30pm.

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

RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON: Sunday Afternoon Jam Session 2-5pm. If you play or sing come out & join some fun.

AA: Meets every Wednesday 8pm Picton Hospital Boardroom.

AL-ANON MEETINGS: (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.

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

MAY 5: BINGO IN THE COUNTY – Hosted by the Wellington & District Lion’s Club. 6:45pm start, doors open at 6pm in the Highline Hall, Wellington Community Centre.

Join us for this weekly event for some fun, friendship & an entertaining evening. Call Betty 399-3105 for further info.

Proceeds to local organizations.

MAY 6: CONSECON UNITED CHURCH – Spaghetti Dinner serving from 5-7pm in the Church Hall. $8/adult, 510yrs $5 and under 5yrs free. Dessert & drinks included.

Everyone welcome.

MAY 6: PICTON UNITED CHURCH – Invites the community to join them for a presentation with Mr. Roy Oliphant MP on Assisted Dying at 6pm Bridge Street United Church, 60 Bridge St E., Belleville. The Supreme Court of Canada gave the Federal Government an extension to June 6/16 to develop a new law that recognizes the right of clearly consenting adults who are enduring intolerable physical or mental suffering to seek medical help in ending their lives.

MAY 6/7/8: PE COMMUNITY THEATRE PRESENTS – “What the Butler Saw” a farce by Joe Orton, Fri May 6 & Sat May 7 @ 8pm & Sun May 8 @ 2pm. Advance tickets $15 at Imperial Submarine & Rosehaven Yarn Shop, Picton & at SideStreet Gallery, Wellington. All performances at Mt. Tabor Playhouse, Milford. www.pecommtheatre.ca.

MAY 7: ELECTRONIC WASTE & USED CLOTHING DRIVE – Hosted by the Wellington & District Lions Club.

Drop off at the Essroc Centre parking lot, Belleville St, Wellington 7am-3pm. Please call Kathy or John 654-2800 for info on acceptable electronics for recycling. All funds raised go back into the community.

MAY 7: WELLINGTON ON THE LAKE ANNUAL GARAGE & BAKE SALE – Amazing deals from over 350 homes. Home-made baked goods. Clothing & Jewellery Boutique. 50/50 Draw & Raffles. 8am-Noon at 14 Empire Blvd (turn at Hwy 33 & Prince Edward Dr).

MAY 7: REDNERSVILLE ALBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH YARD SALE – 2681 Rednersville Rd 8am-3pm.

Home baking, jams, pickles, plants, books, dishes, household items, toys, linens & much more.

MAY 7: CREATIONS CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES – Bloomfield United Church 9am-4pm. We have one-of-a-kind crafts & collectibles.

MAY 7: INTER ROTARY SPELLING BEE – Regional finals including spellers from PE County. Greek Hall 70 Harder Dr. Belleville. Junior bee 9 am. Intermediate bee 1 pm.

Audience welcome.

MAY 7: ST. PHILIP’S ACW YARD & RUMMAGE SALE – St. Philip’s Church Hall, Milford 10am-1pm. No early birds & also please bring bags. Info Shirley 476-2593.

MAY 7: NEWFIE DINNER – At the Salvation Army 5:30pm.

Join us for a Jiggs Dinner. Tickets are $20 & should be reserved

or purchased in advance. Please call 476-3159.

MAY 8: WELLINGTON ELKS MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST – Allisonville Hall. Serving 8:30am-Noon.

Donations accepted. Everyone welcome.

MAY 8: CREATIVE COLLECTIVE WORKSHOP – Offers a relaxed & fun “tasting menu” of body-mind experiences this spring at Bloomfield Town Hall 1-2:30pm.

Do one or two workshops or do them all! Cost is $5 at the door (or by donation). May 8 workshop Qi Gong//Janet Graham.

Info http://creativecollectivewiaprojects.blogspot.ca/.

MAY 8: RC LEGION BRANCH 78 MOTHER’S DAY DINNER – 5:30pm. Tickets are on sale at the bar for $15/person, Mothers $10, 12 & under $8, under 5 free. Roast pork, apple sauce, mashed potatoes, veggies, dessert, coffee/tea. Tickets must be purchased by Thursday May 5.

MAY 10: WEEKLY TUESDAY DROP IN KNIT & CHAT – Milford Br Library 10am-12noon.

MAY 10: SOPHIASBURGH OVER 60 CLUB – Dinner & meeting 12 noon at Friendship United Church Hall. Catered by Demorestville Women’s Institute. $12/person. Call Peggy by Monday prior to reserve 476-3755.

MAY 10: CHERRY VALLEY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE – Pot luck lunch 12 noon at the Athol Town Hall, Cherry Valley.

Bring something from second hand shop for use at the hall.

New members always welcome. For more info please call Mary Lou 476-6590.

MAY 10: WEEKLY TUESDAY DROP IN CHESS - All levels. 1-4pm Picton Br Library.

MAY 10: AL-ANON - Meets 8 pm at Gilead Fellowship Church, for persons affected by someone’s drinking. (1-866951-3711).

MAY 11: LOYALIST DECORATIVE PAINTERS GUILD – Meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month. New members always welcome. Carrying Place United Church 7pm. Coffee & snacks at 6:30pm. Bring your regular painting supplies. Info: Noreen 475-2005 or http://loyalistdecorativepainters.com.

MAY 12: WEEKLY THURSDAY THE HUB PLAYGROUP – Drop in 9:30-11am Picton Br Library.

MAY 12: AL-ANON - Meets 10:30am Gilead Fellowship Church. If someone’s drinking is bothering you Al-Anon is for you. (1-866-951-3711).

May 12: ST. ANDREW’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WELLINGTON – Is holding a Bridge/Luncheon at 12 noon in the Parish Hall. Cost $10. For reservations Call Mary 3993411 or Mary Ellen 968-3320.

MAY 12: BINGO IN THE COUNTY – Hosted by the Wellington & District Lion’s Club. 6:45pm start, doors open at 6pm in the Highline Hall, Wellington Community Centre.

Join us for this weekly event for some fun, friendship & an entertaining evening. Call Betty 399-3105 for further info.

Proceeds to local organizations.

MAY 12/13: SONRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY MUSICAL PERFORMANCE – “The Game Plan” A Kid’s Musical about God’s Master Plan for Each of Us! An upbeat musical highlighting the importance of teamwork & following God’s game plan. Thurs May 12 @ 1:30 & 7pm. Fri May 13 @ 7pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2 Corey St. Bloomfield.

Presented by the students of Sonrise Christian Academy. Free will offering. All are welcome. We hope to see you there!

MAY 13: WELLINGTON ELKS STEAK BBQ DINNER – Allisonville Hall. Serving 5-7pm. $16/person. Everyone welcome.

MAY 14: SEEDLING SATURDAY – Seedling exchange for all our local gardeners. Bring extra seedlings if you have more than you can plant. Find new seedlings of different types.

Come & choose from our seedling selection for a small donation to Seedy Saturday Picton. All welcome. Bloomfield Town Hall 10am-12pm. Free admission.

MAY 14: WELLINGTON WALK FOR ALZHEIMER’S – Join the Alzheimer Society of Hastings-Prince Edward in Wellington Park for the 2016 Wellington Walk for Alzheimer’s.

Registration begins at 12:30pm. Walk starts at 1pm. With special guests, “THE FIDDLEHEADS”.

MAY 14: WOMEN’S MINISTRY – Faith Celebration at Friendship United Church, Demorestville 5pm. Banquet (catered by BecK n’ Call) followed by Praise/Worship & wonderful Guest Speaker. Tickets $15. Advance tickets only.

All tickets/information Leslie 476-2020.

MAY 15: CREATIVE COLLECTIVE WORKSHOP – Offers a relaxed & fun “tasting menu” of body-mind experiences this spring at Bloomfield Town Hall 1-2:30pm.

Do one or two workshops or do them all! Cost is $5 at the door (or by donation). May 15 workshop SoulCollage//Janine Kinch.

Info http://creativecollectivewiaprojects.blogspot.ca/.

MAY 15: COMMAND PERFORMANCE CHOIR – Presents “Stuff and Nonsense” or “A Choral Antiques Roadshow”. Come & hear a unique collection of musical treasures from a bygone era, including “A Cantata Based on the Poetry of Edward Lear” by Virgil Thomson, songs from the Swing Era & more. 2pm at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, King St. Picton. $20. Tickets at Books & Co., www.commandperformancechoir.com or call 645-2160.

MAY 17: SALVATION ARMY JOY MINISTRIES LUNCHEON – Noon at the Salvation Army. Join us for a delicious turkey dinner. Tickets are$7. Please call 476-3159 to reserve a spot.

MAY 17: PE POWER & SAIL SQUADON – All those interested in boating safety training are welcome to join the PEPSS at their AGM at the PE Yacht Club, 7pm. Pot luck & social to follow. All welcome.

MAY 18: SENIORS LUNCHEON SOCIAL IN MILFORD - $10/person. Reserve your place by the Tuesday prior at 12 noon by calling 476-7493. Seniors are asked to bring their own soup bowl, plate, cup & cutlery. Meals can be delivered to housebound seniors who live in or near Milford. If you wish a take-out meal please advise when you register. Price is the same. www.communitycareforseniors.org.

MAY 18: QEMA PRESENTS “PETER REA’S ROCKIN VARIETY SHOW” – 7pm at The Wellington Town Hall, starring Peter Rea, The Reasons, The Reasonettes, Fred Hall, Bud Gregory, Scott Sherman, David Strachan, Judy Fraser & Mark Davis. Free admission but donations to Quinte Educational Museum & Archives summer projects at The Victoria Schoolhouse in Ameliasburgh are gratefully appreciated

10 MAY 5, 2016

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Large number of people participating in Sunday’s fundraiser were supported by Hospice HIKE, from page 1

Matthewman said a year ago in the same Prince Edward Community Centre hall there was a community meeting to discuss the future of hospice in the county. He said the volunteers who brought that meeting forward galvanized hospice.

“They took us forward with the support of the (Prince Edward) Family Health Team and a couple of very special women who are still on the board in Birgit Langwisch and Mary Camp,” he said. “We've come through that time and we are in a wonderful state to

was an emotional year, but also one that featured a lot of positive change.

“We're really in great shape and it's thanks to our volunteers,” he said.

Matthewman said he hoped all the participants enjoyed themselves during the event, remembered their loved ones, and found some solace in the ultimate goal of the event.

“A large part of the people PETER MATTHEWMAN who are here have had the opportunity to experience move forward now.” hospice services, so they He said the organization understand what a hospice has a full staff complement means,” he said. “Only about and a full board. He said it 30 per cent of the people in

Canada have access to hospices. We want to use this event to help people in the county understand how special the hospice is for them.”

The Hike supports a number of Hospice Prince Edward's program. From the residential hospice on Downes Avenue in Picton to palliative outreach and grief support.

“We have over 70 volunteers in the hospice program, 40 of them actively go out and visit families in their homes,” said Matthewman.

He said the residential hospice has seen 106 families since it opened. He said the

facility offers a warm and welcoming environment for families to spend time with their loved ones as they pass on.

“Families can move in there and live there and spend a final few days with a loved one,” he said. “It has transformed what the hospice offers.”

Hospice Prince Edward executive director Laura Ricketts said she's new to the community, but was struck by the amount of support the community has for hospice and its services.

“I'm just so overwhelmed by the support this community demonstrates time and

time and time again for hospice,” she said. “What I see in terms of the service we provide with the residential hospice is just magic.”

She said it's easy to see the difference in the stress and anxiety levels of patients and their families when they come to stay at the residential facility.

“To get to go back to being that family member or that friend instead of being the primary responsible caregiver, to give people that gift is something I'm really proud to be a part of,” she said. “I hope the community continues to support us in the way they have.”

Church Services this week

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

Sunday Services 10:30am Mother’s Day with Wendy Anderson

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

wife, mother, intercessor ministry leader God Bless You Mom!

dsmith@ontario.anglican.ca

St. John’s

3207 County Road 8

Sunday Worship 9:00am St. Philip’s

44 St. Philips St. Milford

Gilead Fellowship

Sunday Worsip 11:00am Children’s Church at St. Philip’s

2 Downes Ave. Picton 613-476-2622

www.parishofmarysburgh.ca

FAIR TRADE SUNDAY

International Music by the Choir Sign up for Celtic Knotwork Workshop with Celtic artist, David Rankine Call Lynne at 613-476-1167

Minister: Lynne Donovan 31 King St., Picton 613.476.6024 www.standrewspicton.com Sunday Worship 10:30 Radio 88.3 FM

ST. GREGORY

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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

Ven. Charles Morris

Why not join us in celebrating the joy and wonder of life?

We are looking forward to seeing you here.

Sunday 9:00am, 10:30am Tuesday 8:00am Silent Prayer Wednesday 10:00am Right around the corner in your neighbourhood.

335 Main St., Picton

(Across from Shire Hall) stmmpicton.ca

PICTON GOSPEL HALL 3 McFarland Drive Sunday

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

Thursday

Prayer and Bible Study 7:30pm

All are Welcome - No Collection

613-476-3026

COUNTY UNITED CHURCHES

BLOOMFIELD UNITED CHURCH “Where Faith is Fun” 272 Main St., Bloomfield Minister: Maureen Ellison

Sunday, May 8th 7th Sunday of Easter Service at 10:30am

Sat. May 7th AOTS Bloomfield & Area Food Drive, 9am - 12 Noon bloomfielduc@gmail.com

613-393-2160

PICTON UNITED CHURCH

12 Chapel St. 613-476-6050 pictonunitedchurch@bellnet.ca Minister: Rev. Richard Hamilton

7th Sunday of Easter

Worship Service 10:30am

Mother’s Day

Sermon: “That All May Be One”

Serving the Community for 222 years

VISITORS ALWAYS WELCOME

Minister: Janelle Shaw

Worship Services 9:30am - South Bay 11:00am - Cherry Valley Bible Study Wednesdays 10am 58 St. Philips Street

PRINCE EDWARD NORTH UNITED CHURCH Sunday, May 8th Happy Mother’s Day

Wesley-Mountainview @ 9:30am Friendship-Demorestville @ 11:00am All Children welcome at Sunday School John 19:27 “Then saith he to the disciple, Behold they mother!”

Message: “Here Is Your Mother”

Women’s Faith Celebration Sat. May 14th @ Friendship UC 5pm. praise, worship & guest speaker. Tickets $15 - available until May 7th; no tickets at door. Invite a friend, neighbour for a wonderful evening.

Rev. Kirby Breithaupt

C-613-403-4742 or H-613-476-2020 princeedward.north@kos.net friendshipunitedchurch.org EVERYONE WELCOME COME VISIT WITH US!

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Municipal staffing shortage looms in near future Hastings County CAO Pine brings update from group working to develop leaders CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

Councillors were warned last week of a potential provincewide staffing crisis in the municipal sector that could threaten in the next few years.

Hastings County chief administrative officer Jim Pine gave a presentation to committee of the whole last week titled “The Looming Staffing Crisis — A Call to Action.”

The presentation dealt with the aging demographics of municipal staff and a lack of younger professionals to step in to the vacancies created by retirements — specifically in leadership roles.

“The fact of the matter is municipal staff are getting a lot older,” Pine said. “More than half of senior staff across the province are eligible to retire in the next four years.

This isn't something about the long-term future — this is about today.”

Pine said 44 per cent of all staff are between the ages of 50 and 65 and less than seven per cent of all staff are between the ages of 20 and 29.

Pine said the topic is one that he's been passionate about for the last couple of years, noting he's worked with the province, with other municipalities, and with postsecondary institutions on trends and demographics within the municipal sector.

He said it was in working with those other groups that he began to realize the issue needed discussion and war-

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WARNING Hastings County chief administrative officer Jim Pine spoke to councillors at last week’s committee-of-the-whole meeting. He warned of a looming staffing crisis in Ontario municipalities due to staff retirements. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

ranted action.

“It's a tsunami that's washing up at our floors,” Pine said.

Pine said a group called Onward — which is a joint municipal association initiative formed to address the municipal leadership gap in Ontario — was formed about a year ago. Pine is the co-chair of Onward.

“It's really about looking for tomorrow's municipal leaders at the staff level given what's happening in our

demographic world,” he said.

Onward is partnered with many municipal organizations, including the Ontario Municipal Administrators' Association, the Municipal Finance Officers' Association of Ontario, the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS), the Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) and several others.

Pine said all of the organizations joined to brainstorm what they can do together to deal with the issues.

Pine said about 60 per cent of all members of OMERS are municipal employees. The average age of OMERS' 275,000 active members is 46.

“Today 67,000 members of OMERS could walk out the door with full retirement,” he said. “By 2020 that's going to grow to 118,000. If you use the 60 per cent for the marker of municipal employees, we're talking about, by 2020, nearly 71,000 employees who could walk out the door.”

Mayor Robert Quaiff said he's heard the presentation several times and approached Pine about bringing it to Prince Edward County. Quaiff said the issue is a very important one.

“This is the third time I've seen the presentation, but I don't get tired of it, it's something that's very, very important for members of council and our staff to see,” he said.

Quaiff said the biggest reason he wanted Pine to give the presentation to council was to start a process of addressing the concerns locally.

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Community Care co-ordinators can help arrange your transportation schedule

As one gets older it can become a challenge to get around. Seniors who need to go to medical appointments and shopping can call Community Care and sign up for the transportation program.

Rides can be arranged for medical appointments to destinations such as a local doctor’s office, Prince Edward Memorial Hospital or to

points in Belleville, Kingston, Trenton and Toronto.

The first step is for a senior to call and talk to one of our coordinators. Community Care is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-term Care through the Local Health Integration Network and we must comply with the Home Care and Community Services Act. This means that when you first

REQUEST FOR TENDER 2016-EDW-21 Surface Treatment The Corporation of the County of Prince Edward would like to secure a qualified contractor to undertake Surface Treatment for various roads throughout Prince Edward County.

Tender documents may be obtained from the Purchasing Clerk at 280 Picton Main Street, 2nd Floor, Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Each tender submission is to be submitted in a plainly marked, sealed envelope and will be received by the Clerk at Shire Hall, 332 Picton Main Street, Picton Ontario K0K 2T0 until: 2:00 p.m. local time May 17, 2016 All projects out for competition are posted online at www.pecounty.on.ca/purchasing.html.

request a service from Community Care that you will meet with a co-ordinator to discuss your needs. It’s easy and comfortable because our co-ordinators are terrific. They are fully committed to help seniors live at home.

Once you’re a client of Community Care this is how you schedule a ride: call the office at 613-476-7493 at least 2-3 days prior to the time of your appointment. We can’t provide same-day rides.

When you call the office, just tell the friendly person that answers the phone your appointment time and place, the number of stops you need to make, and any other necessary information.

When a volunteer driver has been scheduled for your ride we’ll call to let you know who the driver is and when they’ll pick you up. The day of your appointment the volunteer will pick you up, take you to your appointment, wait for you and then take you home.

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There is a small fee that clients must pay to cover part of the cost of the volunteer’s expenses. The fee is based upon 40 cents/km. Clients also pay any parking expenses incurred during the trip.

We also encourage people

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who are eligible to apply for an â&#x20AC;&#x153;accessible parking permitâ&#x20AC;?.

Then, when a client goes with one of our volunteer drivers they can take this portable permit with them and the driver can park closer to the hospital or clinic entrance.

If you want to have a confidential conversation with a Community Care Co-ordinator about the transportation program, please call the office at 613-476-7493. Our staff people make home visits or you can make an appointment to come into the office. Community Care serves seniors living anywhere in the entire County of Prince Edward.

The Prince Edward County Specialized Transit service is also available for seniors.

Visit the municipal web site at www.pecounty.on.ca for more information. Call 1-866-9929640 for fares, schedules and bookings.

Deseronto Transit operates regular routes in Prince Edward County. Call them at 613-396-4008 for more information. Search Google for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Deseronto Transitâ&#x20AC;? to see their route schedule and fares.

For more information on seniors and driving go to www.mto.gov.on.ca If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re interested in becoming a volunteer driver for Community Care please stop in the office or call us at 613-476-7493 and arrange to start the conversation with a co-ordinator.

HOT MEALS ON WHEELS IN BLOOMFIELD AREA

hot nutritious noon-time meal is available Monday, Wednesday and Friday to seniors living in Bloomfield, Wellington, Consecon, Carrying Place, Picton, Ameliasburgh, Hallowell, and Hillier.

Frozen meals are available in other areas. If there are a few seniors who would benefit from hot Meals on Wheels then weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll set up a program in that area. Seniors on the program have regular contact with a volunteer to help them stay safe and well in their own home. Call the Community Care office to learn more about this and other services to help seniors live at home.

Call 613-476-7493.

THRIFT SHOP

Donate your good used household items and furniture to Community Careâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thrift Shop and know that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re helping seniors live at home. Drop off your donations at the thrift shop 153 Main Street, Picton Mondays from 1-4 p.m. and Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To arrange for pick-up of larger items or for further information call the shop at 613-476-1555.

Drop in to the Thrift Shop soon to see the wide selection of clothing, household items, toys, linens and furniture.

There are one-of-a-kind items too. New stock arriving daily thanks to our generous donors.

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Detached 1 1/2 car garage, workshop attached to garage, 20x0 third building. Large 2+ acre property, great for young entrepreneur for home occupation. Call to view.

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3 bedroom custom built bungalow on 1.3 acres situated ideally for different family members to commute to Kingston, Napanee, Belleville or the County. $359,000 buys a beautiful open concept home with a Master Wing that everyone would dream of. Priced well below replacement cost. MLS 451140116 LINDA MIDDLETON, Sutton Group Prince Edward Broker of County Realty Inc. Brokerage Record/Owner 98 Main Street, Picton, ON 613-476-7800

Historic 1876 brick Victorian home in the heart of Milford - offering 6+bedrooms in a traditional centre hall plan, lovely double door foyer, craftsman mouldings and some original light fixtures plus the Milford Emporium (original two-story `Frontier Style` General store) to run your own business! Zoning allows for retail, antique shop, small cafe or restaurant in the emporium plus the residence, which currently operates as a seasonal B&B. Lovely Perennial gardens. Some hard work and imagination will bring this Milford Beauty to life. $307,000 MLS 550890098

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

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Opportunity to own 2 separately deeded properties for one price. Century brick home sits on 1.96 acres close to Picton. This home features 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3 staircases and large principal rooms. The adjoining private in-law suite with separate entrance can be used for family or to provide rental income. Original detached 2 car garage with workshop has hydro. The second property, a 2.13 acre parcel, offers a 600 square foot building with water and hydro hooked up. $399,000 MLS 550570047

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Quaint cottage community on the shores of Adolphus Reach. This charming 2 bedroom plus Bunkie cottage has everything a cottager is looking for. Private concrete boat launch, large attached gazebo and dock to spend the long summer days. Book your appointment today and spend the summer of 2016 at the cottage. $334,900 MLS 550850258 Call LORI SLIK, Sales Rep 613-847-2349 lslik@chestnutpark.com

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Storey and a half home on a deep over-sized lot ( 64 x 173.3). Main house still has many original features, including hrdwd floors, interior doors and staircase. Original home has two bdrms, large family room and dining/sitting area on main floor- all with hrdwd floors in varying condition. Plus a spacious foyer with front door to covered front porch, and original staircase leading to second floor, open concept area perfect for den, playroom, office or additional sleeping space. Two and a half storey 30 yr old addition features walkout bsmt / wkshp, main floor spacious kitchen, laundry area with patio doors to back deck and main bathroom. Second floor addition area features large master bdrm his, and her closets and sliding patio doors to balcony overlooking spacious back yard. Plus a four piece ensuite bthrm with jaccuzzi tub. $159,000. MLS 403870050

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Wonderfully detailed, well proportioned and essentially symmetrical best describes this classic reproduction Georgian Regency Cottage. Sweeping 30 foot centre hall, 10 foot ceilings, and French doors that prominently frame spectacular water views over South Bay. Beautiful open concept living spaces and a well planned kitchen design, perfect for entertaining family and friends. Spacious Master Bedroom with luxurious ensuite and oversized French doors to lake views. Guest bedrooms are nicely separated and allow for privacy with an additional bathroom.

106 feet of shoreline and approximately an acre of streams, wetland and an abundance of nature at your doorstep. Swans just love it here! This home is truly one of a kind and certainly a must see. $538,000 MLS 550900052

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WATERFRONT ON PICTON BAY Loyalist Parkway just east of Picton. All brick bungalow boasting deep water for large boat. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, bright living room and kitchen, dining room. Patio doors lead to deck overlooking beautiful view of water. Maple floors throughout home. Full finished basement with walkout to patio area. New propane furnace, new eaves and facia, new generator wired in. This home has been totally renovated and upgraded. Pleasure to show.

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On the edge of Picton sporting a large lot and beautiful gardens, this 3 bedroom 2 bath split level brick & aluminum home boasts central air, gleaming hardwood floors, new windows and a great open concept kitchen/dining/living room. Beautiful decor and well maintained. Just move in your things and away you go! $269,900 MLS QR21503354 Call MARK GARDINER, Sales Rep Office: 613-476-2700 Cell:613-391-5588 mbgardiner@yahoo.com

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OWEN STREET – PICTON Great neighbourhood close to St. Gregory’s Church and primary school. Ideal family home, finished on two levels, natural heating, central air. 22’ x 32’ garage at rear of property. Early occupancy possible. $264,500 MLS 550730087

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Prinyers Cove building lot upon which to build your new waterfront home. Steps to the water allow for swimming, fishing, boating, kayaking and canoeing. Level, nicely treed lot in a fantastic location. Set in a rural community with lovely homes on either side and mature trees for privacy. A mooring for your boat is in place. $141,900 MLS 550960332 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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Prinyer`s Cove waterfront building lot with mature trees to build your vacy includes meadows and woods. A real getaway property. dream home. Stairs to access water to enjoy all of summer`s waterThe west lot, no survey. $174,000 MLS 550830148 Darlene sports. Existing dock with storage shed. $155,000 MLS 550960334 Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis* Peter Lynch* www.chestnutpark.com www.countyteam.com

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

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

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

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

Charming 2 bedroom home in a most sought after Picton location, and walking distance to shops, restaurants, theatre and galleries. Generous sized living and dining room with hardwood floors and cozy gas fireplace as well as new accessible kitchen, making it perfect for entertaining! Comfortable family room/sunroom overlooks sizeable backyard with deck and lovely perennial gardens. Detached single garage with additional parking. This home just might be the one you were waiting for. $285,000 MLS 550600134 Gail Forcht**

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This three bedroom home is located in the heart of Picton and is walking distance to all downtown amenities. Features include an attached garage and large backyard.

Property sold `as is` and Seller has no knowledge of Uffi warranty. All measurements and lot size are approximate only. Vendor makes no representation or warranty regarding any information and will not be responsible for any error in measurements, description or cost to maintain property. Buyer agrees to conduct his own investigations and satisfy himself as to any easements/rights of way which may affect the property. $119,900 MLS 550730117 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

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Family home, weekend retreat or perfect rental property - with all the furniture included! This is a charming, secluded County dwelling with deeded access to the Adolphus Real. Bring your canoe! Large family kitchen, pretty gardens and separate garage. Total of four bedrooms and two baths, on two spacious levels. Your home in the County, just past Lake on the Mountain. $225,000 MLS 550860400 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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WATERVIEW! This charming 2 bedroom, one bathroom is located just over the bridge from Belleville on municipal water in the most sought after area, Prince Edward County. It is nestled on a low traffic street with just a stone’s throw away from the shores of Bay of Quinte. The area has all the amenities within walking distance, new LCBO, local butcher shop, gas bar and a great farmers market during the growing season. This home would be well suited for the first time home buyer, the downsizing senior or as an investment property. $197,700 MLS 550070421 Lori Slik*

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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**

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

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This 5.2 acre lot is located on beautiful County Road 8 which connects Picton to Cressy. With rolling terrain and mature trees, this is a spectacular opportunity to create your own home, with beautiful vistas all around. Situated among some of Prince Edward County's most significant properties, there is a scope here to create a substantial retirement home or full-time residence & to enjoy the many charms of The County!

This lot has an established well, too! $85,000 MLS 550860394 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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

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

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

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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**

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

Great location, minutes to Picton with over 100 acres and a spacious 2 storey home. The home has updated electrical and windows. Detached 6 car garage.

Bathroom up and down, original staircase, newer kitchen and metal roof. Some land had small trees removed and was ploughed up a few years ago in preparation to grow. Lots of space to play! $324,800 MLS 550850143 Gail Forcht**

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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*

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*

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

Fully finished rec room with cozy gas fireplace and additional 3 piece bath, attached garage, lovely perennial gardens, and private patio with sunscreen. Spacious yard with no homes directly behind and a lovely little parkette across the road. Within easy walking distance to Picton’s shops,restaurants, theatre and galleries, this home is move-in ready and delivers on all levels. $349,000 MLS 550560076 Gail Forcht**

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Lori Slik

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Shannon Warr-Hunter Broker

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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. $349,000 MLS 550110089 Gail Forcht**

Waterfront century home on 4 acres with stunning sunsets. Great spot for a market garden. Additional bunkie/studio with roughed in bathroom. Level to the shore for easy access to swim, boat or fish on Bay of Quinte. Centrally located between Picton/Belleville/Napanee. Original pine floors, attached garage, updated plumbing, electrical and heating. Family room with cathedral ceiling and exposed beams on the 2nd floor with loft. Balcony from the master bedroom overlooking the water.

Maintenance free home, while retaining natural character with an original staircase. $399,000 MLS 550420566 Gail Forcht**

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

A must-see park-like property in beautiful Glenora with Picton Bay in the distance.

Bright open-concept main level boasts a cosy wood stove, bamboo and ceramic floors, and patio doors to deck. Spacious master with large ensuite bath and second bedroom with gorgeous windows, and great storage space. Lower level features selfcontained suite with kitchen, large bdrm, office, living/dining room with pellet fireplace and private entrance. Attached but private two-bdrm suite on main level, completely renovated in rustic pine featuring cosy living room that opens to private patio, kitchen, and 4 piece bath. Main house could easily be opened to one single family 3+ bdrm home. Lovely perennial gardens and circular drive lead to large outbuilding with incredible vaulted ceilings and custom built wooden doors - perfect place for a studio, workshop or whatever your heart desires. Potential galore on this unique property!

Asking $429,000 MLS 550720124 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault*

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*

`The Mews House` - perfect pied-a-terre in downtown Picton in a private mews behind Main Street! Walk to everything from this chic two-storey townhouse with great space and exemplary finishes! Spectacular master suite, gourmet kitchen, principal rooms with two-sided fireplace, plus a great family room and guest suite. Your own secure garage, and a large terrace with lovely views. Perfect turnkey situation for sailors or snowbirds! One-of-a-kind! $569,000 MLS QR162596 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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Wonderful waterfront bungalow with boathouse – and just minutes from town! Outstanding reception rooms, large kitchen, three main floor bedrooms plus fully-finished lower level with family room and fourth bedroom. Wide green lawn slopes gently to level waterfront and charming boat house. Beautifully trees and set back from the road. $635,000 MLS 550720080 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* www.monicaklingenberg.com

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

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**

Waterfront with sandy shoreline on a calm bay and an impressive Cape Cod style custom built, Geothermal home, set back from the quiet road. This home has a metal roof, wrap around classic veranda as well as a deck across the waterside of the house with sliding doors to access it. Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and eating Island, open concept dining area and family room with wood burning fireplace and hardwood floors. If you are looking for "the place" your friends and family can gather throughout the year or for supplemental income with a rental, this home is definitely worth the look! $798,500 MLS 550900090 Gail Forcht**

A much-admired County landmark in the heart of Picton! This impeccably restored Colonial Revival classic is featured in `The Settler`s Dream` and other publications.

5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, exquisite period detail, two staircases and splendid entrance hall with fireplace, expansive verandahs and balconies and a recently-built carriage house. Unique opportunity! $896,000 550590004 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

A spectacular private estate property right on Lake Ontario! Three levels of fullyrenovated living space, large outdoor terraces and patios, beautiful spaces and finishes all situated in a grove of mature trees and on sprawling lawns. Lower level could be completely separate living quarters. Perfect for a multi-generational situation! $979,000 MLS 550960410 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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. $999,000 MLS QR21506294 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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

Located along the pristine shoreline of Long Point Road with over 450 feet of Waterfront and sprawling 4 acres this exceptional offering commands spectacular northerly views of Prince Edward Bay! Endless possibilities to make your dream come true in the growing region of Prince Edward County. An ideal recreational sanctuary from a fast-paced urban lifestyle this property is a hidden gem with partial footprints of infrastructure in place. Mixture of trees and bushes, open spaces and flat rock beach will have you feeling right at ease with nature. A must see and not to be overlooked! $425,000 MLS 550910161 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

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

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

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Just move in! Impeccable Sheba`s Island home in exquisite condition offers two levels of living space, beautiful grounds and spectacular views over the channel and marsh. Hardwood floors, walls of glass and a huge deck over the water. Just minutes from Picton, Bloomfield and the beach! Ask us about all of the upgrades and renovations. This is an outstanding package! $399,000 MLS 550510593 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

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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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Ken Arseneault Sales Representative

Betty Burns

Office Manager Sales Representative

Mark Davis

Sales Representative

Darlene Eldridge Broker

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Nestled among mature, stately maple trees, privacy abounds in this Prince Edward County property. Set on 5 1/2 acres with 360ft of waterfront, you and your friends and family will enjoy gorgeous views, boating, fishing and swimming on this protected waterway. $899,000 MLS 550430098 Darlene Eldridge**, Jim Wait*, Mark Davis* www.countyteam.com

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Gail Forcht Broker

Laurie Gruer

Sales Representative

princeedwardcounty@chestnutpark.com

Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited, Brokerage

Liz Jones

Sales Representative

Carey Lewandoski Sales Representative

www.lauriegruer.com

Peter Lynch

Sales Representative

Chris Kapches

LLB, President & CEO, Broker of Record

Rob Monica Sam Plomer Klingenberg Simone

Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Richard Stewart

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

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Great downtown building with fabulous visible retail space plus income from 7 apartments. Off street parking for tenants. Double front windows for merchandising. Busy foot traffic on `The sunny side of the street`. Proven location for a successful retail business (25+ years). Apartments: 6 one-bedroom units, 1-two bedroom unit plus large retail storefront with full lower level. Tenants pay own utilities except water/sewer. Building has new roof and newer propane furnace for retail space. $645,000 MLS 550620004 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault*

www.ShannonAndKen.com

www.samsimone.com

www.monicaklingenberg.com

Lori Slik

Sales Representative

Kate Vader

Sales Representative

Jim Wait

Sales Representative

Shannon Warr-Hunter Broker

43 Main Street, Picton ON K0K 2T0

Office: 613.471.1708 Toll Free: 1.877.471.1708

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STONE RIDGE ESTATE combines elegance, luxury, top-level amenities, and a welcoming environment for private and agri-tourism aspirations. Every inch has been thoughtfully designed and meticulously cared for, built with quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. The caliber extends to an eye-catching secondary building, adaptable to diverse lifestyle needs and ventures - what a memorable destination point this would be at the core of Prince Edward County's Wine country! $1,249,000 MLS 550580074 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

www.robandkate.com

Ken Arseneault Sales Representative

Betty Burns

Office Manager Sales Representative

Mark Davis

Sales Representative

Darlene Eldridge Broker

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THE REDNER HOUSE c.1840 - Rejuvenated with modern flare and care for the quality of the original architecture! Re-landscaped yard and fresh curb appeal are just the beginning. This reawakened "Settler's Dream" is beyond compare and one of the finest offerings in Prince Edward County! $1,495,000 MLS 550130266 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader* www.robandkate.com

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*

Spectacular "seaside shingle" home right on Lake Ontario! This much admired executive home sits on 2.8 acres and has lake views from almost every room. Four bedrooms, media room, library and two family rooms. Wraparound verandah for lazy summer afternoons. 199.59 feet of waterfront! See floor plan and feature sheet for additional rooms, measurements and information. $1,569,000 MLS 550240063 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

LIST LOCAL • MARKET GLOBAL

Gail Forcht Broker

Laurie Gruer

Sales Representative

princeedwardcounty@chestnutpark.com

Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited, Brokerage

Liz Jones

Sales Representative

Carey Lewandoski Sales Representative

www.lauriegruer.com

Peter Lynch

Sales Representative

Chris Kapches

LLB, President & CEO, Broker of Record

Rob Monica Sam Plomer Klingenberg Simone

Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Richard Stewart

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

Sales Representative

www.lauriegruer.com

Lori Slik

Sales Representative

Kate Vader

Sales Representative

Jim Wait

Sales Representative

Shannon Warr-Hunter Broker

43 Main Street, Picton ON K0K 2T0

Office: 613.471.1708 Toll Free: 1.877.471.1708

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Right in town! Gorgeous home & landscaped gardens. Loads of upgrades! Furnace, kitchen, baths & more! On the prettiest part of the street! $225,000.

See more at HartfordAndStein.com

Beautiful 4 BR home with 1 BR in-law suite for you know who! Centrally located in Prince Edward County! $350,000

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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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33 Lake Street, Picton

102 Main Street Picton, ON K0K 2T0

613-476-2100

County Road 8

North Marysburgh Court

58 Smith Road

BILL GOODMAN Sales Rep 613-813-4573 NEW BRICK BUNGALOW Well appointed with attached garage. Lots of extra space in the developed lower level. $329,900 MLS 550660047

BUILDING OPPORTUNITY Surrounded by orchards and vineyards.

2 acres, 20 minutes from Picton. $37,500 MLS 550870311

BUILDING LOT Premium frontage with a lovely cul-de-sac location. Water access nearby $36,000 MLS QR21507556

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

18 Elm Street

6 Talbot Street

38 Mitchells Crossroad

172 Main Street

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

HUGH JACKSON Broker 613-476-5026

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CENTURY HOME North end of Picton. 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath 2 storey home. $219,500 MLS 550600085

COMMERCIAL LISTING 3 levels of professional office space.

Located in downtown Picton. $795,000 MLS 550630027

SPACIOUS COUNTRY LIVING Very private location, 8 minutes to Picton.

Move in ready with recent updates. $262,000 MLS 550880074

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287 County Road 10

93 Crowes Road

41 Heritage Drive, Wellington NEW

STEVE KOZMANUK Sales Rep 613-967-7216

OPEN HOUSE SAT. MAY 7TH, 12-1:30PM 286 COUNTY ROAD 1 3 bedroom 1 bath home on spacious lot.

Minutes from amenities in Picton. $180,000 MLS QR21504244

GREAT BUILDING LOT Close to the thriving town of Picton.

Subject to severance of lot. $89,900 MLS QR21507607

59 Sandbanks Court, Wellington

662 County Road 12

GREAT COUNTRY LOCATION ADULT LIFESTYLE COMMUNITY Minutes from Picton and from the Sandbanks. 2 bdrm/1 bath bungalow. Gardeners delight 2+ bedroom house on 1.2 acres. with all perennial flowerbeds and mature $139,000 MLS 550830078 trees. $138,500. QR163259

37 Lakebreeze Court #1B

32 Barker Street Street

KARI KOZMANUK Sales Rep 613-921-7951 NEW NEW

OPEN HOUSE SAT. MAY 7TH, 10-11:30AM

GARY MORDEN Broker 613-885-2304

Tastefully decorated, professionally painted open floor plan bungalow in Wellington On The Lake Community. $132,000 MLS QR160242

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

Vacant Lot East of 2591 Cty Rd 4

27 Lake Street

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CONDO LIVING Spacious 3 Bedroom 2 bthrm 4 level Neatly-designed condo tucked away from Main backsplit home, attached drive thru 2 car garage, sought after Picton neighbourhood.

Street Wellington, still close to amenities. $265,000 MLS 550620116 $149,900 MLS 558060010D

1936 Salem Road

265 Carter Road

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JAKE BERGERON Sales Rep 613-471-0960

JANNA BURFORD Sales Rep 613-919-1041

Enjoy 65+ acres of cleared land and mature bush lot of mixed hardwood & softwood. $119,900 MLS 550480106

KEVIN YOUNG Sales Rep 613-476-2100

ERIN LACHANCE Sales Rep 613-668-3386

Charming Picton home with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, attached garage on a premium lot! $199,900 MLS 550660027

JASON YOUNG Sales Rep 613-476-2100

BILL RORABECK Broker 613-476-2100

Century home with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, garage & out buildings on a 2 acre lot. $199,900 MLS QR21506861

ELSIE WIERSMA Sales Rep 613-848-4810

STEVE SENSENSTEIN Sales Rep 613-885-1307

PAT BENSON MOORE Sales Rep 613-849-8501

VERY UNIQUE PROPERTY 2 very large accessory buildings have unlimited potential. $315,000 MLS 511720558

CAROL BROUGH Sales Rep 613-476-2100

PAUL GENTILE Broker 613-476-2100

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WAUPOOS WATERFRONT Beautiful lot approx. 4.6 acres. McKenzie Lane. $269,000 MLS 550880282

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SUCCESSFUL SUMMER RENTAL The Pliwischkies/Logan house as seen in the Settler’s Dream.

Currently a successful summer rental on VRBO website.

Same owner since 1966. $289,000 MLS 550700008

PICTON BUNGALOW A must see! Beautiful modern open concept bungalow situated on the outskirts of Picton. Quality appliances are included. If you are looking for a wow factor – this is it! $469,000 MLS 550560227 REDNERSVILLE WATERFRONT ESTATE Stunning new build on prestigious Rednersville Road. This home is situated on a 1.57 acre waterfront parcel with well over 300’ of level shoreline. Built by the award winning Woodcrafters construction team. The house is loaded with all the modern amenities and very exquisitely decorated. Book your exclusive viewing soon. $1,399,000 MLS 550070330

COUNTRY LIVING ON 10+ ACRES New Colorado bungalow situated on 10.3 acres, 5 minutes to Picton. A piece of paradise! 9’ ceilings with vaulted ceiling in living room. $359,000 MLS 550880433

2 ACRE BUILDING LOT Very nice level building lot on the outskirts of Picton.

Recently severed, new well.

Excellent garden soil. Cleared and ready to build on. Many fine homes in the area. $95,000 MLS 550600307

12.5 ACRE BUILDING LOT Terrific 12.5 acre lot on the outskirts of Picton. Excellent well. Newly severed and ready to build on. Large wooded area EP but several excellent spots to build. Amazing soil. $119,000 MLS 550600308

ALEXANDRIA MODEL Rare offering with this spacious Alexandria Model in Rosemary Court condominium complex. $359,000 MLS 558070011

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RENTAL INCOME $299,900 In the heart of the County this century home features 3 bedrooms/2 baths in main house & private 1 bedroom apartment. Great highway visibility for home based business. Natural gas heating. MLS®550480157

3541 CTY RD 1 $89,900 Lovely large lot to build your dream home with trees and entrance way. Central location with lots of road frontage and great drilled well.

MLS®55035055

COUNTRY RETREAT $798,000 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. MLS®550870066

BONUS 3 CAR GARAGE $685,000 Situated high above Lake Street is this beautiful stone, custom built home with all the latest features. This property is 3 acres currently being severed from a 70 acre parcel. 3 bedrooms upstairs with laundry room plus den on the main floor.

MLS®550650303

PRINYERS COVE WATERFRONT $199,900 Escape to your own private prime point of waterfront with 145 ft of excellent shoreline. Enjoy swimming, fishing & boating!

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TRADITIONAL FARM HOME $479,900 Victorian 100+ year old brick beauty with extraordinary architectural details and exceptionally delightful and generous space. Sunset views overlooking East Lake and minutes to Sandbanks beaches. MLS®550780139

EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY $949,900 Located on Lake Ontario amazing unobstructed blue water views ! In the heart of Prince Edward County's wine district this 4 bedroom, 3 bath all season waterfront retreat has over 300 ft of private waterfront on 10 acres. MLS®550240234

SALMON POINT - QUINTE ISLE $189,900 Enjoy the beauty of this adult lifestyle in 1000 acre park in a lovely wooded private section of Quinte Isle Campark. A nice walk to Lake Ontario and all the facilities.

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Colleen Green Sales Rep

613-476-6553

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Charming Picton home on quiet street, would be a great investment opportunity. $174,900 MLS 550660085

Veronica Norton Sales Rep

613-399-5900

39 Mary St $210,000 MLS 550650112

veronicanorton@bellnet.ca

Marc Ouellette Sales Rep

613-849-8864

A donation is made to the Picton hospital from every sale!

Private waterfront property with 1 bed main cottage, guest cottage with bath, and another cabin ready for renovation. $399,000 MLS 550090263

4 Maitland St, PICTON $205,000 MLS 550730094

3 bedroom, 1 bathroom open concept cottage on beautiful South Bay. $329,000 MLS 550900094

marc@remaxquinte.com

3500sq.ft. bungalow on 2.5 acres close to Belleville. $429,000 MLS 403620170

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Colin Henden Sales Rep

613-922-2251

colinhenden@remax.net

Tony Scott Sales Rep

613-503-0046

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Ron Norton Sales Rep

613-399-5900

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613-922-2251

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Beautifully restored century home in Picton with in-law rental apartment. $679,000 MLS 550620103

Superb family home backing onto and surrounded by schools, playgrounds, soccer fields on the edge of town. Close to everything! 3+1 bed, large family and rec rooms, 1.5 car garage, paved double drive, raised bungalow sits on a huge 128 x 129 fully fenced lot. $279,000 MLS 550590034

177 Brewers Rd, SOUTH MARYSBURGH $210,000 MLS 550800066

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Proposed pilot project with Sandbank Homes would consolidate fees Developer would be able to make single security deposit of $25,000 rather than individual deposits for each of its projects CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

The County has taken an initial step in creating a pilot program with the goal of encouraging development in the municipality.

Last Thursday committee of the whole supported the approval of a consolidated cost reimbursement and securities agreement with Sandbank Homes Inc. The agreement was presented by staff as the first agreement of a pilot project aimed to reduce the amount of securities the

municipality requires developers to deposit when making development applications.

The pilot targets developers who have multiple development applications.

The issue will come before council on May 10.

Councillor Treat Hull was among those who supported the agreement and the pilot.

“Sandbank is the largest developer (in the county) by a country mile and it means they have a lot of money tied up and invested in the community,” he said.

He said the move shows

the development community that council and the County are committed to improving the local development process.

“This is a very good move and it demonstrates, tangibly to the development community, that it's not a lot of noise with no movement,” he said.

Councillor Bill Roberts agreed.

“To be proactive and creative and experimental is a good sign for us,” he said.

A report presented to the committee last week says the municipality requires a securi-

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ty deposit to ensure that any outstanding fees are paid by the applicant and that any costs incurred by the County during the processing of applications are covered. The report says the cost reimbursement securities vary from $500 to $10,000 per application, which can become a significant cost on deposit when multiple development applications are being processed, such as for Sandbank Homes.

Additionally, the report says subdivision and development agreements also require lot grading securities, which typically cost $2,500 per lot.

These have to be posted with the municipality to ensure the approved lot grading plans are followed.

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“The funds 'on deposit' with the County are not available to the developer and tie up their working funds,” the report says. “This can prove a significant financial burden to developers.”

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As far as lot grading, the report says the inspection process would continue, however, Sandbank Homes would not be required to post security for each lot, instead relying on the consolidated security.

“Should an account become in arrears, or a lot grading deficiency not be resolved, the security could be drawn to pay the costs, and the County’s work on the Sandbank’s files would stop until the security was restored,” the report says.

The report says the consolidated cost reimbursement and securities agreement doesn't absolve Sandbank of its cost reimbursement or lot grading responsibilities. The report says if the pilot project is found to be beneficial, a policy and terms of reference would be created to extend to practice to other developers.

Councillor Janice Maynard said she believes such an agreement is premature ahead of the formation of the new development ad hoc committee that is in the process of being formed by the municipality's Community and Economic Development Commission.

“I just see this as preempting the work, somewhat, of the developers forum,” she said. “It hasn't even had its membership put together yet.”

Councillor Dianne O'Brien questioned why the pilot included only Sandbank Homes.

“I support the initiative,” she said. “Why Sandbank only, why not some others?”

County chief administrative officer James Hepburn said Sandbank initially approached the municipality about a consolidated agreement and as a result were the first developer included in the pilot. He said the municipality would consider forming consolidated agreements with other developers who could potentially benefit from the pilot.

“If any other developer comes forward, we will deal with them,” he said.

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Gravel Hill Vineyards opens on Closson Road with three different wines to offer

I love travelling the back roads of the county and see what's happening in the local wine world. I had noticed a large house being built on Closson Road and then noticed as vines were being grown. Last week I driving down Closson and noticed an "open" sign .... so I dropped in and introduced myself to the owners of the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest winery: Gravel Hill Vineyards.

Chris and Michelle Karja purchased their property in 2003 and started construction of their home in 2004.

Chris is a licensed carpenter by trade and also worked as an IT application specialist for a housing manufacturer.

He is now a full-time grape farmer, winemaker and whatever else needs to be done while Michelle works full time as a senior property specialist. Michelle, in addition to her full-time job, has a passion for the land and the animals that inhabit it and says she has some

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future plans to incorporate that passion into the winery so stay tuned!

They are not originally from the county, but have dreamed of working off the land for many years and believed that this was the perfect place to have that dream come to fruition.

They believed that starting a winery would be an idyllic endeavour as they loved wine and imagined sipping their wine while gazing over their beautifully manicured vineyard ... then reality kicked in!

I asked Chris where his passion for wine originated.

He told me it had to do with his grandfatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winemaking. At an early age he would go down and play in the basement of his grandparentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home and wonder about the glass demijohns, bottles and barrels and the interesting smells that went along with winemaking.

Having tasted his wines at an early age and finding them quite palatable may have been the â&#x20AC;&#x153;momentâ&#x20AC;? that sparked this journey later in life.

Fast forward to today. In 2006 they planted their first vineyard; all 2,200 vines were planted by hand. They knew that growing grapes in the county would be a chal-

lenging task due to the cold winters and late spring frosts so they decided to be different.

They believe that different is good and that people come to this beautiful area to experience something different so after much research they decided to plant cool climate and cold hardy grape varieties. They now have six acres planted in varietals such as Cabernet franc, Frontenac noir, Pinot noir, Baco noir, Gamay noir, Marechal Foch , Vidal blanc, Frontenac blanc and Osceola Muscat.

These types of grapes would allow them to deal with the temperature swings that cause damage in the coldest part of the winter but a few of their varieties still need to be buried in the winter to protect the buds from extreme cold.

They currently have three wines available at the winery: Ink (Frontenac noir), Paint Horse (Cabernet franc) and Smiling Girl (Seyval

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blanc). Their next addition (coming soon) will be Portly Pig, a fortified red wine.

While I was visiting, several people dropped by from Toronto and thoroughly enjoyed the wine, and much to Chris's delight bought quite a few bottles!

Chris and Michelle have two children: Carson is 13 and Samantha will be 10 later this year. The kids share in their love of the rural life and couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see themselves anywhere else.

Chris explained that their co-operation is an essential part to this working out as it is all about family to them.

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Wilton leads Panthers Panthers cruise through first three games Pitchers allow just with triple-jump silver three hits in wins over Centennial, Quinte, at invitational meet Reynolds also reaches podium with bronze medal in midget boys’ high jump competition JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

As far as a tune up goes, it was about all that was expected from the PECI Track and Field Panthers at the Michelle Foley Bay of Quinte Invitational meet on Friday at Mary Ann Sills Park in Belleville.

The Panthers didn't blow the competition away and with a number of team taking part in the Venture Class trip to Boston it was a smaller than usual contingent of PECI student-athletes taking part in the annual exhibition meet that draws schools from all over eastern Ontario.

Track coach Bob Bell agreed the meet served its purpose for those looking to get some reps in before the season gets under way for real next Wednesday at the Micheal Ponikvar Bay of Quinte Championships.

“Next week will be a smaller meet overall but I thought we had some really good results especially from our midget and junior competitors,” Bell said.

Devon Wilton led the way for PECI on Friday, winning a silver in midget boys triple jump (11.12 m), bronze in the

high jump event (1.55 m) and adding a sixth-place finish in the long jump event (5.13 m).

Fellow midget competitor Bruce Reynolds tied Wilton's mark in the high jump, also picking up a bronze medal.

“I thought both of them performed very well in the high jump. So far, I've been impressed with their coachability and they jumped higher than even they expected,” Bell said.

With the field representing more what the Panthers will face at the East Regionals meet, top six marks like Wilton's and Reynolds' are promising.

Bell expects to have over 30 athletes competing next week and, with a lag in the schedule between the invitational and the Bay of Quinte championship (Typically, there isn't more than seven days between the two) there is plenty of opportunity for practice.

“We are definitely going to use this extra time to improve our techniques,” Bell said.

Other top 10 competitors included Lucas Clarke (senior men's long jump), Jeremy Leavitt (junior men's discus) and Vanessa Willis (senior women's shot put).

READY TO RELEASE PECI senior javelin thrower Eric DesRosiers completes a throw during the Michelle Foley Bay of Quinte Invitational Friday in Belleville. She placed 14th in the field with a 17-metre throw. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

and Centre Hastings ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

The PECI Baseball Panthers appear to be starting right where they left off last season — a powerhouse among the field in the Bay of Quinte Conference.

In three wins this week against Centennial, Quinte, and Centre Hastings respectively, the Panthers have allowed just three hits against and have not given up a run. Offensively, they've managed to put 44 runs across while invoking the five-run mercy inning rule seven different times.

"We played really well. The boys were hitting really well and we didn't make any errors. The pitchers all threw strikes," said veteran Kevin Wilson. "There is good team chemistry and everybody is stepping up."

The Panthers started Friday's 17-0 win over Centennial under the lights with a firstinning surge as Ryan Kelly doubled home Gavin Ronan, who was hit by a pitch leading off, and Dan Seguin, who singled.

The Panthers kept going with five-run innings in the second and third. Wilson went two-for-two in those innings, hitting a double up the middle and driving in two runners with a single.

Johnny McHugh also went two-for-two in the game, while Ronan reached base four times with free passes each time at the plate. The Panthers took full advantage of 11 walks and several passed balls.

Manlow pitched three innings in the contest. He allowed one hit and struck out six. Ronan and Dryden Norton each struck out all the batters they faced in single innings, while Wilson also notched a scoreless inning in the opener, throwing eight pitches and grabbing a strikeout.

Tuesday morning, Manlow continued his hot hand on the mound against Quinte as he pitched three-and-two-thirds

IN PLENTY OF TIME PECI Panthers shortstop Gavin Ronan applies the tag to catch Quinte Saint

Bruce Dunham stealing during play Tuesday at Wellington’s Field of Dreams as second baseman Matt Dobson looks on. The Panthers are off to a 3-0 start in league play. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

innings of a no-hitter he shared with McHugh. The big right hander struck out 10 batters and allowed three walks.

McHugh had a strikeout and a walk in a single inning of work.

Offensively, the Panthers benefitted early by being selective at the plate. Seguin, Wilson, Manlow, Kelly, and Rosborough reached base successively in the first, the first three on walks, the latter two hit by pitches. All scored with Dryden Norton knocking in two on a single up the middle and Rosborough and Jimmy Kuipers also knocking home runners.

The bats got going in the third inning as Manlow led off with a lengthy single, then Kelly advanced him with a hard-hit double to right field.

Rosborough singled through shortstop to score both. Strachan and Norton also reached base and Kuipers was able to add to his RBI total with a two-run single.

The offence kept coming in the fourth. McHugh singled to lead off, then Ronan cashed him in on a sacrifice. Seguin singled and Wilson again knocked in two with a double.

A Rosborough single in that inning would result in the

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Later that afternoon the Panthers turned in a 12-0 shutout of the Centre Hastings Centurions. Ronan got the start on the mound and went three full innings. He didn't walk any batters and struck out five, allowing just one hit. Seguin came on for two-and-a-third in relief and he also didn't allow a walk.

He struck out six and allowed just a single run. Braeden Kelly faced two batters and struck out the one he needed to end the game.

The run production was spread throughout the lineup with the biggest inning a fiverun rally in the fourth capped by a two-RBI double by Manlow. Matt Dobson was threefor-three at the plate in the game, while Seguin reached on all four of his plate appearances, scoring twice and driving in two in the sixth with a double.

Gavin Ronan said he's impressed with what he sees so far. The shortstop said he really liked the way Manlow threw and said it has been nice to be able to get so many players involved early in the regular season.

"We're trying to get our depth going and work in the younger guys for some development," he said.

"Everything at the start of the year is just working its way to the end and peaking at the right time going into playoffs It's working for playoffs. We just try to play our game no matter what our competition is — at practices, working hard and focusing on what needs needs to be done, not just goofing around because we have the wins."

That growth and development, the players concede, could be the toughest thing as they head toward the playoffs with hopes of advancing to the COSSA tournament and OFSAA. Ronan said one of the toughest challenges may come today with a new entry in the league from Bayside.

"It's kind of a wild card with Bayside being a new team in the league. They have a pretty good coach and a couple players who played (with the Quinte) Royals (rep team) We just have to go out, play our game, and see what happens."

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613-476-5863 20 Years Serving Prince Edward County

26 MAY 5, 2016

The Picton Gazette

TIME FOR TEA

16’ CUCINA GRANDE PIZZAS

Pepperoni, Supreme, and Cheese

NOW 6.99

CEDAR PLANKED SALMON Oven and Grill Ready

685g

NOW 21.99

BEEF STEAKETTES 8/Package

NOW 4.99

TASTY BURGERS

Fully Cooked - Approx. 20-25/Bag

NOW 19.99

Reg. $24.99

OUTLAW STYLE BEEF PATTIES 16/Package

Reg. 17.99

NOW 7.99

CHEDDAR KNACKWURST Naturally Smoked and Fully Cooked

NOW 7.99

14/Package

GOURMET TWICE BAKED

STUFFED POTATOES Sour Cream, Bacon & Cheese 6/Package Reg. 9.99

NOW 8.99

6 “ PIES

Blueberry & Rhubarb/Strawberry

450g

NOW 1.99

8” CARAMEL APPLE CRUNCH CRISP PIE 620g

NOW 4.49

Nestle DOUBLE UP

Frozen Dessert Sandwich Vanilla with Chocolate Chips and Almonds 18x160mL

NOW 9.99

“FRESH” MEAT FRIDAYS ARE BACK

Local Black Angus Beef arrives every Friday by 12 noon and is available Saturday until closing!

Assorted Cuts.

38 Cold Storage Rd., Picton 613-476-2171 MON-FRI 8AM-6PM, SAT 8AM-4PM

Pitch, Hit & Run returns May 14

Prince Edward County Minor Baseball is once again hosting the Scott Pitch, Hit & Run this season.

On Saturday, May 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. boys and girls aged 7-14 will be able to participate in three competitions at the Wellington Field of Dreams complex to test their baseball skills.

In a pitching competition, the participants will have to throw strikes to a designated target. In a hitting competiSt. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church held a friendship tea in its tion, they’ll bat off a tee to parish hall last Wednesday.Joyful Noise provided entertainment and score marks for distance and Hilary Fennell spoke about the Recreation Outreach Centre (ROC). accuracy. In the running competition, they’ll have to sprint Nearly $900 was raised for the ROC. (Submitted photo) from second base to home

J. H. Anderson

plate for a timed score.

Top finishers in the local competition will have a chance to advance to a sectional competition, a championship from among the Toronto Blue Jays’ territory at Rogers Centre in Toronto in June, and even the North American final at Major League Baseball’s all-star game in San Diego in July.

The competition is free and there will be barbecue food available. For more information, please contact Tanya Doxtator at 613-922-0560 or visit PitchHitRun.com.

-Staff

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PICTON FARM SUPPLY

NEW HUMMINGBIRD FEEDERS

just in time for Mother’s Day

179 Talbot St. Picton 613-476-7507 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm

GRAIN PRICES

FOB Trenton as quoted by TRENTON GRAIN Wednesday, May 4, 2016 CORN $180.00/t 2016 CORN $180.00/t 2017 CORN $178.00/t WHEAT $185.00/t 2017 WHEAT $203.00/t SOYBEANS $455.00/t 2016 SOYBEANS $441.00/t 2017 SOYBEANS $410.00/t

JOEL WALKER - ELECTRIC -

Residential and Farm Wiring Farm Generator Sales and Service R.R. 3, Picton 476-4700

DEERHAVEN FARM & GARDEN LTD. The Big Green Machinery Dealer!

896 Bell Blvd. West Belleville, Ontario (613) 962-5021 www.deerhaven.ca

McKeown Motor Sales

JOHN DEERE

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Phone: 613-395-3883 Toll Free: 1-800-465-9297 Fax: 613-395-2652

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May 12 - The Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture monthly board of directors meeting will be held at the Bloomfield United Church in the 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 May 18 - Farm Succession Update: 3 Circle Model - In-Deth - from 8:30am to 5pm, The Delta, 50 Stone Road West, Guelph. Professional development for farm advisors focused on farm succession. Learn from some of Canada's top farm advisors about the family farm, farm management and farm ownership and how they all interact in farm succession and transition. Learn and network with other farming professionals at this one day event. Increase your skills and knowledge to be a better farm advisor. Organized by: Canadian Associationof Farm Advisors (CAFA) Inc. 1-877474-2871

Working to reduce phosphorus levels in Lake Erie

April 29 - By Don McCabe, President, Ontario Federation of Agriculture

Phosphorus levels in Lake Erie are an increasing concern, and agricultural practices have been identified as a potential source of loading into the lake. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA), along with regional Lake Erie and water working groups, are looking at solutions to reduce overall phosphorus levels in the lake and minimize phosphorus loss from farmland into the watershed.

OFA supports the overall goal of reducing phosphorus loads to the watershed. We have partnered with the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative (GLSLCI) to develop and implement a Farmland Water Management and Drainage Strategy to Reduce Phosphorus Loss in the Thames River Basin. This strategy will create a farmer/landowner program that encourages and supports landowners to adopt water management and drainage improvements to reduce phosphorus loss. This project is still in the early stages, with recommendations around the development of a pilot project in the Thames River Basin expected at the end of June.

We must work together on this project to meet the established phosphorus target reductions into Lake Erie. These targets have been established through a bi-national agreement between Canada and the United States under the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement.

These government agencies are also developing a phosphorus reduction strategy and domestic action plan by 2018. Through the joint project, OFA and GLSLCI will also be working to provide input and influence Canada’s domestic action plan and phosphorus reduction strategies with farmers in mind. Ontario farmers have already made many changes to farming practices to achieve phosphorus reductions through Best Management Practices (BMPs).

Most agricultural BMPs address phosphorus loss during the growing season. But new research indicates major storm events are often the largest source of phosphorus mobilization into Lake Erie and its tributaries. Developing an effective strategy to reduce phosphorus entry into waterways can be a tough task. Major storm events don’t always happen during the growing season.

With so many factors contributing to phosphorus entry into Lake Erie and surrounding waterways, OFA recognizes this is a challenging task, but one that we must take on. Farmers around Lake Erie and its tributaries know firsthand the impacts of phosphorus in our waterways and the importance of maintaining a healthy environment. Working together through these types of partnerships will help identify workable solutions for our lakes and waterways.

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articles for sale

17 collectible Ashton Drake dolls, boys and girls, boxes and certificates included. All in excellent condition. 613-476-2725 38 patio Slabs, 18x18 call 613476-4570. boat tops boat tops. REPAIR & REPLACE tops, windows, screens, covers, seats. Call Weldon 613-885-6871. champion 6500 Watt generator, electric start only 31 hours $500.

12000lb, 12 volt winch new in the box $325. 2 Scotty electric down riggers $350 each or $600 for 2. 8x10 Aluminum shed with frame and floor $75. Chest freezer $25. Call 613438-4894.

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

613-393-9993 888-905-9993

containers, 20 ft, 40 ft, HC, new, used, modifications, rent or sale. Ingenious Storage, 613-354-8744. eggs-Farm fresh,chicken,duck and goose.Turkeys,Geese order for Thanksgiving. #1102 Cty Rd. 12.

613-393-5671. horse manure mixed with black loam, excellent for gardening, $100/load delivered or $60/load picked up. 613-476-6474. landscape trees and shrubs delivered and planted. Call Schmidt’s Tree Planting 613-393-3366 moffat dishwasher, approx. 3 years old. Phone 613-476-1680

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antiques

cash paid for. Old milk bottles.Signs, advertising items, oil & gas related items, watches, clocks, toys, old banks, marbles, MahJong games, shaving items, fountain pens, lighters, Moorcroft pottery, glass, kitchenwares 20’s-50’s, and much,much more; also buying gold and silver. 613-393-5886 now is the time of year to get your favorite piece of furniture refinished.

25 years experience. 613-847-3159.

farm

barn repairs, steel roofs repaired or replaced, barn boards replaced, beam repairs, sliding doors, eavestroughs, screwnailing, painting, sandblasting, etc. Call John, 613-955-8689 two hereford yearling bulls.

Low BW for calving ease. Top genetics. Photos www.rivervalleyherefords.com, e-mail: rivervalleyherefords@kos.net or 613-378-2701

appliances for sale

NEW and USED

APPLIANCES USED REFRIGERATORS

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

NEW APPLIANCES

At the lowest prices in the area.

Trade-ins accepted on new appliances.

Big selection to choose from.

PAYS CASH$$$

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

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

SMITTY’S APPLIANCES LTD. 969-0287 pets

dog sitting in my home, large exercise yard, personalized care for your pampered pooch. Call Karen.

613-961-9904. gentle touch GROOMING & TRAINING offering at home services for dogs, cats, and other small animals. Contact Richelle 613-920-2326. quinte pet Minders. Loving care for your pets in their own home.

Daily visits also overnights and vacation stays. 613-476-6265 winstead dogs – Training & Boarding, Bloomfield. Reliable, experienced and trusted care for your dog. Dog Training group classes or private lessons available. 613-3932729 www.winsteaddogs.com

vehicles for sale

1997 dodge shadow convertible, never winter driven, collectors car, $7000 obo. 613-476-2964. auto parts, new and used auto parts, tires. Napanee Auto Recycling Inc. Call Dan, 613-354-3838. great vehicles for under $5000 call Joe Lightfoot Motors.

Our vehicles come saftied, e-tested, warranty and have at least a half tank of gas. Call for appointment 613-813-5401, 314 Cty Rd. 10 (Cherry Valley Road).

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DEATHS, OBITUARIES - $23.00, with Picture $33.00; FOUND - No charge Box Replies $6.00; EXTRA $1.50 charge for billed ads. EXTRA $5.00 charge for a HEADING COMBINATION RATES available for The Picton Gazette and The Napanee Beaver

commercial for rent

office space on Main St. Picton: private entrance at rear of building, over 1000sf, 3 large offices, storage room, kitchenette and washroom, $930/m incl. all utilities with A/C and parking space. Available May 1st. bwybenga@rogers.com or 613476-4085

for rent

1 1/2 bedroom, ground floor apartment, garden area, living room, dining room, kitchen open concept, fridge/stove/laundry facilities, all utilities included $885, available immediately.

Phone 613-476-1529.

2 bedroom apartment, fridge/ stove/water/heat included $995 must have first/last/references. 613645-2157. fairway apartments, 5 Spring Street, 2 bedroom apartments, $995 all inclusive. First, last and references required. Call 613-438-1611 freshly upgraded 3 bedroom detached with new fridge/stove, washer/dryer, unfurnished. Would suit responsible new family or retired couple. Landlord subscribes to “no smoke” management. First/last required, credit check mandatory. $1000 mo. add cost heat/ hydro/ water. Available July 1, 2016 613476-4311. one bedroom condo unit downtown includes parking, elevator & appliances 613-476-3179 evenings. waterfront 2 bedroom heat/hydro included $900 month, Adolphustown/Glenora Ferry area, non-smoking, no pets. 613-985-2630.

wanted to rent

female looKing for room to rent or share an apartment, as soon as possible. Call 778-952-5863 looKing for a small apartment in a house (no stairs) on ground level with a patch of lawn for myself. I am very quiet, very clean & tidy, and very respectful of others. I work full time in Picton so I prefer to live there. P.S. non-smoker. 613-393-2915.

wanted

mint and used postage stamps, covers, post cards, coins and paper money. Call Bob, 613-967-2118 wanted standing Timber, hard and soft wood. Also looking for field boulders 613-968-5182.

wanted to buy WILL Buy Scrap

& Service

• Financing now available • Good, bad or no credit

www.ronnieb.ca 613-393-3336

boats and motors

for sale: Jet Ski and trailer.

Phone 613-476-5418

commercial for rent

excellent curb appeal with crosswalk, big store front window, bathroom, deck and so much more.

74 Main Street, across from Metro.

Call John at Maw’s for details 613393-1485

simple cremation $1,695 + hst

The Picton Gazette

Vehicles, Metals and Appliances picked up free and will do moving, dump runs of brush, eavestrough cleaning, lawn cutting, garage & basement cleaning

CALL CHAPPY’S

613-476-2994 or 613-242-0117

employment wanted

Helpful Young Buck

• Property Maintenance • Experienced Carpenter • Spring Cleanup or removal use of trailer, chainsaw, trimmers, and carpentry tools.

Call Reggie 613-438-3463

Includes transfer from local place of death (20 km), required documentation, transfer to crematorium, cremation casket and urn, cremation fee and Coroner’s cremation certificate.

Hicks FUNERAL HOME

& CREMATION CENTRE

Hicks Funeral Home and Cremation Centre - providing full range of services to our community. Locally owned and operated. www.hicksfuneralhome.ca 2 Centre Street, Picton 476-5571 Robert C. Osborne Funeral Director NOTE: Report errors immediately. The Picton Gazette will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion of an advertisement.

CLASSIFIED DEADLINES: Tuesday at 12 noon

employment wanted

special notice

PICTON IRON & METAL (previously Harrison’s Auto Wreckers)

TOP PRICES PAID!

• Scrap Metals • Sell Used Parts • Pick Up Cars & Trucks

Have a question...

613-476-2979

276 County Road 25 (10 Minutes from Picton) SUMMER HOURS: May-Aug. Mon.-Sat. 8am-4pm

a spring day is the time to clean eavestroughs, get yard work done, gardens rototilled, get rid of unwanted trash, trees trimmed, pruning and any other jobs. Half ton truck available. No job too small.

For reasonable rates call Paul, 613393-5021

BAILEY’S RECYCLABLES

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

Appliances

Call for pick up

613-476-1621

burrows renovations. Decks, Landings, Storage Sheds, Railings, Building Repairs, Drywall & Trim, Flooring & Painting 613-471-0036 cleaner available: Reliable, experienced, and detail- oriented.

Please call Shelby 613-503-2272.

grass cutting Serving Prince Edward County, Quinte West, good rates, quality service, large & small jobs, using John Deere Zero turn mower. Call Paul for free estimate, 613-654-1401. Fully insured. We show up! houseKeeping, Caregiving, cooking, laundry. I can make it easier for you to stay in your own home.

Give me a call at 613-920-8393. sheila brushey Catering.Buffet lunches, dinners and banquets. Sandwich trays, hors d’oeuvres and homemade dessert trays. 613-393-5021.

registered practical Nurse required for busy physicians office.

Send resume to: medoffice389@gmail.com

taxi drivers wanted. Must have clean driving abstract. Call 613-4767678 or 613-476-5863. window cleaning & deck cleaning in Prinyer’s Cove 613476-4511.

LOOKING FOR PROFESSIONAL CAREER PEOPLE Who like to speak to small & large groups.

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business services

613.399.3747

RODGER ANDERSON

heavyset lady wanted This mystery guy is waiting to hear from you. Would you enjoy a dinner out with this great guy? He is a one woman man with numerous interests and hobbies. Don’t be shy!

Worth responding to this ad, will answer all replies. Apply to Advertiser Box 168, c/o 72 Dundas Street East, Napanee, Ontario K7R 1H9

excavating

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

FREE ESTIMATES

RR2 PICTON

476-6717

BLACK RIVER TREE SERVICE

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

Glenn Guernsey

613-476-3757

help wanted

houseKeeping staff for resort. Dish washing staff for restaurant. Lake on the Mountain.

613-476-1321 or 613-403-6362.

Quinte Region Discount Golf

288B Main St. Bloomfield Custom Cakes Artificial Flower Arrangements

343-263-6844

LAWN ROLLING JenRockall@gmail.com

call early for appt.

LEE MITCHELL 613-476-6665 or 613-969-8602

Pellet Stoves Service Maintenance

613-476-7214

Myatt’s Heating

personal

memoriams

lightfoot Robert Alan, who passed away May 4th 1977.

You are missed now as much as the day you left us…always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts.

Missed by his children Carol and Richard. mcconnell, Barbara Eleanor December 22, 1930-May 6, 2015 A year has passed since you’ve been gone And we do not know how on earth we’ve carried on.

We think of you with great respect And know you’d want us to do our best.

We miss your smiling face and very kind ways We miss you each and every day.

You were our rock that never broke Now we all need to become that rock And carry on just like you would want us too Helping each other when we can.

Mom you always appreciated everything people did for you, And you would let them know in your own sweet way “I appreciate all you’ve done for me”, “Thank you ever so much”.

We just want you to know that we appreciate everything you’ve done for us over the years.

We all thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Say “hello,” to Dad for us We know your together again.

Oh, what a reunion it must have been, Like Dad said, “Until we meet again.”

We will never stop missing and loving you.

God Bless You, Love you always and forever, Your children, Yvonne, Sandra, Gordon, Kevin, Debbie, Cathy and families. monroe- Tom. March 6, 1933May 7, 2013.

As time goes by without him And the days turn into years We treasure the beautiful memories Of the one we loved so dear His memory is our keepsake God has him in his keeping We have him in our heart.

To us he was so special What more is there to say Except to wish with all our hearts That he was here today.

Love your wife Willy and all your children and grandchildren.

28 MAY 5, 2016

MEMORIAMS

MONROE- tom. March 6,1933-May 7, 2013 Dad. Don’t weep at my grave for I am not there I’ve a date with a butterfly to dance in the air.

I’ll be singing in sunshine Wild and free Playing tag with the wind While I’m waiting for thee.

Don’t cry because it’s over.

Smile because it happened.

Always loved and remembered by Angie, Breanna & Brooke.

WELBANKS- In memory of Stephen Douglas. 1963- 2016 Although you did not say much You were always willing to help.

Your presence will be missed.

Your friends on Main Street.

DEATHS

BLEMKIE SR, Cecil

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his home in Bloomfield on tuesday, April 26th, 2016. Cecil Blemkie Sr. In his 84th year. Loving husband of 60 years of Barbara. Dear father of John (Judy), Pat (Frank), Peter (Louise), Cecil Jr. (tammy) and Barb (Mike). Beloved Poppy to his 7 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and his late grandson Michael. Survived by his sister Kathleen Fraser. Funeral Service was held at the Wellington United Church on Friday, April 29th at 11:00 a.m. Friends visited with the family from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Reverend Steve Spicer officiated. Interment Quaker Cemetery, Bloomfield. Memorial Donations to the PEC Family Health team would be appreciated by the family. (please make cheques payable to the PECMH Foundation). Arrangements entrusted to the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue, Wellington. Online donations and condolences at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com

COWAN, Gail Elizabeth

Of Port Dover at Norfolk General Hospital, Simcoe, surrounded by her family on April 28, 2016 in her 63rd year. She is survived by her husband Dave. Cherished mother of Gary, Chris (Kara) and LeighAnne (Darcy). Loving grandma of Racheal (Jamie), Kristen (Corey), Micheal, Julie and Isabella. Great grandma to Mason, Oliver and Kennedy. Daughter of Gordon (Ginny) Haskett and predeceased by her mother Nancy Haskett. Sister of Lynne Kemp (Rick) and Gordie Haskett (Amanda). Aunt to teresa Sovie (Marty), Karyn Kemp, Clayton, Elwood, Lilee, Lucas and Libby. She will be sadly missed by many cousins and her adopted kids Brad and Jess. May she rest in peace now. Friends were invited to call at tHE FEERIS FUNERAL HOME, 214 Norfolk St., S.,Simcoe on tuesday from 2:00 to4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. where service wase held on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Brian Elder officiated followed by cremation.

Memorial donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.ferrisfuneral.com

LICKERS, Patrick Edwin

Died peacefully after a lengthy illness at Kingston General Hospital on Wednesday April 27th, 2016.

Pat Lickers, of Demorestville, at the age of 46. Beloved father of Jade of Ottawa and Sebastian of Demorestville and son of Andrea and the late tom. Dear brother of Mike of Long Point and Kristina of Picton. A celebration of Pat’s life was held at the Elk’s Lodge, Picton on Monday May 2nd from 1 - 3 p.m. Cremation has taken place. If desired, donations to the Lung Association of Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton.

In Memory of

DEATHS

Harry Blake Dulmage

December 4, 1923 - April 30, 2016 At the Winchester District Memorial Hospital, with family by his side, on Saturday, April 30, 2016. Harry Dulmage in his 93rd year. Husband of the late Doris Dulmage (1999) and the late Gladys Alton-Dulmage (2009).

Beloved father of Ron Dulmage (Christine), Don Dulmage (Linda) David Dulmage (Ruby), Dan Dulmage (teresa), Rae Dulmage (Debbie) and Ruth Varley (Mike).

Step-father of Leslie Alton (Louise), Elaine Drake (thomas), Ross Alton (Doreen), Roger Alton (Janice), Denise Mercer (Stanley), Carmen Vincent and John Alton.

Predeceased by his brothers; Everett, Elwood and Ross Dulmage and his sister Vera Kemp. Sadly missed by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law and brother-in-law.Family and friends may call at the Marsden McLaughlin Funeral Home in Cardinal on thursday, from 2-4 and 7-9pm and on Fri. from 10 am until time of the service.

Funeral service will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday, May 6 at 11am.

Donations to “the Gideons” would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.

Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com.

Interment South Gower Cemetery, South Gower

POLMATEER, Ronald Wilkeson

Ron Polmateer passed away at the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital on Sunday May 1, 2016 at the age of 73.

Beloved husband of Donna Marie (nee Nelson) and predeceased by his first wife Joyce Elaine (nee Livingston). Loved father of Ronald (Cindy) of Bayside, tabitha (Robert Hill) of tyendinaga, Andrew (Stacy) of Bloomfield and step-father of Lawrence (Helen) Lasher of Picton. Proud grandfather of Matt, Ronald, Megan, Kaitlyn, Robert, terri-Lynn, Andrew, Stephanie, Brittanie, Melanie and tanya and great-grandfather of 9. Dear brother of Mervin, Betty, Liza, Doreen, Carol and the late Edward, Lorne, Gerald, Royce, Lillian, Laura and Annabelle. Mr. Polmateer is resting at the Hicks Funeral Home, 2 Centre Street, Picton. Funeral service in the chapel on Friday, May 6 at 2 pm. the Reverend Audrey Whitney officiating. Interment BowermanMcFaul Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Lung Association or the UHKF Cancer Clinic would be appreciated. the family will receive friends on thursday evening from 6 to 8 pm.

FUNERAL HOME & CREMAtION CENtRE

613-476-5571

www.hicksfuneralhome.ca

The Picton Gazette

DEATHS

DEATHS

HANNA, George Reginald

Steven Welbanks passed away suddenly on April 27, 2016 at the age of 52. Steven leaves behind his wife Kelly Welbanks and their 2 daughters tara and Ashley.

Loving son of Roland Welbanks (Carol Switzer) and predeceased by his mother Eileen Marshall.

Steven is the dear brother to Lenora (Al) Duffy, Sharon (Jim) Caird, Eddie (Jennie) Welbanks, Debbie (Brian) Frost, David (Mary) Welbanks, Alex Welbanks.

Predeceased by sisters Marlene (Leonard) Whattam and her partner (tim Wood) at the time of her passing and Roseanna (Bill) Bosmas. Steven will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. there will be a Celebration of Life held May 7, 2016 from 2:30-5:30pm at the Milford town Hall.

At H. J. McFarland Home on Sunday May 1st, 2016. George Hanna formerly of talbot Street, Picton at the age of 82. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy. Dear father of Deborah Rudick (Gordon) and Bonnie thomson (Barry). Dear brother of Keith (late Bernice), Lloyd (Beth) and the late Ronald and Paul. Dear brother-inlaw of Shirley Hanna of Picton.

Special Papa of Christy, Cory, Gary, Lacey, Holly and Lindsay.

Great grandfather of Reese, Noah and Kalen. Mr. Hanna is resting at the Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton, ON. Funeral service in the chapel on thursday May 5th, 2016 at 2 p.m. Reverend Stan Hanna to officiate. Interment Cherry Valley Cemetery. If desired, donations to the H. J. McFarland Home Residents Council would be appreciated by the family. Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday from 2 until 4 p.m. and 6 until 8 p.m. and one hour prior to the service on thursday. www.whattamfuneralhome.com

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Peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family on Monday MAY 5nd, 2016 at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital. thomas Heston taylor, of Picton, formerly of Baltimore and toronto, born and raised in Guyana, at the age of 82. Beloved husband for fifty years of Margaret (nee James), father of Euburn and his wife Miriam of Bowie, MD, Darrell and his wife Carmelita of Ellicott City, MD and Martin and his wife Carole of Baltimore, MD and grandpa of Aiyana, Marcus, Stephen, Jason, Kevin, trevor and Andrew. Dear brother of Frederick, Uburn and Yvonne and loved uncle of many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at Picton United Church on Saturday, May 7th at 1:00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior at the church. the Reverend Richard Hamilton officiating. Cremation has taken place. If desired, donations to Hospice Prince Edward would be appreciated.

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At Hospice Prince Edward, surrounded by her family on Monday May 2nd, 2016. June Spurr of Richmond Street, Picton at the age of 66. Dear daughter of Phyllis Munt of Brampton. Beloved wife of the late Ken Spurr. Dear mother of Christine and her husband Darcy Knox of Picton.

Beloved sister of Phyllis and her husband Art Miersma of Wellington.

Special Nana of Emma and Liam.

Dear Aunt of Kathy Lovatt and Lisa Bell. A private interment will be held. Cremation has taken place. If desired, memorial donations to Hospice Prince Edward would be appreciated by the family.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

IN THE ESTATE OF DOUGLAS EARL KLEINSTEUBER, DECEASED. Late of the Town of Picton, in the Province of Ontario.

All persons having claims against the Estate of Douglas Earl Kleinsteuber, who died on or about March 26, 2016, are hereby notified to send particulars of such claims to the undersigned on or before May 30, 2016, after which date the aforementioned Estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims that have been received and the Estate Trustee will not be liable to any person of whose claim she shall not then have notice.

DATED: April 26, 2016 MAYESKI MATHERS LLP LAWYERS Shelagh M. Mathers Suite 4, 6 Talbot Street Picton, ON K0K 2T0 Solicitor for the Estate

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259 County Rd 30 Bloomfield Saturday, May 7 8am

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Old Pier Cannery Northport, Demille St.

Amazing deals from over 350 homes. Home made baked goods. Clothing & jewellery boutique. 50/50 Draw & Raffles

Nautical, Boat Stands, Life Raft, Windows, Doors, Sinks, Golf Clubs, Pallet Dolly, Hydraulic Pipe Bender, Many Antiques, Primitives, Books, Glass, China, Records Something for everybody

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Cash, Trades and Hugs all acceptable forms of payment.

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Lots of jewellery, kitchenware, bicycle, tools, left over renovation materials, home decor

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ANTIQUE, MODERN & COLLECTABLE FISHING TACKLE AUCTION SALE AT THE NAPANEE FAIRGROUNDS, PALACE BUILDING NOTE LOCATION - DRESS ACCORDINGLY COLLECTABLES: An excellent selection of antique fishing plugs, lures, rods & reels, SELLING AT 2 p.m. Luck Strike; Haddon; Pflueger Rocket; Penn & much more, (most in original boxes); 1958- 3 ½ hp Champion outboard with original paperwork; 1967 3 hp Evinrude foldup outboard (both in excellent cond.); Good china & glass - several pieces of Jadite to include 9" swirl bowl; as new electric recliner lift chair; grandfather clock; tables & chairs; chesterfield & chair; chests of drawers; sofa bed; double bed (box & mat); OTHER: 1950s & 60s Model Muscle cars (in boxes); handicap 4 wheel scooter (sold as is); 2 walkers; Weedeater riding lawnmower; Yardworks elec. lawnmower (both exc.); 2 cement garden figurines; stainless steel gas BBQ; 8" table saw; patio set; small safe with key.

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WeDneSDAY, MAY 11TH

AT 5:00 P.M. AUcTion SAle DoUG JARRell SAleS ARenA, BelleVille Gibbard oval dining table/ 2 leaves & 8 chairs (“Chantilly” pattern), china hutch, Gibbard cherry hall table, server, Knecktel walnut tea wagon, Malcolm furniture small cabinet, Duncan Phyfe drop leaf table/ 2 leaves, Antique gate leg table, chesterfield, loveseat, sofa bed, tall curio cabinet, coffee & end tables, set of folding tables, 2 stacking tables, 2 Victorian chairs, Singer treadle sewing machine, Antique wooden grape press, leather inlaid double pedestal desk & chair, single captains' bed, 2 single beds, double bedstead, dresser/tilt mirror, Malcolm high boy 6 drawer chest, lady's slipper chair, assorted chairs, shelves, large qty. of glass & china, cross & olive crystal, 3 pieces of cranberry, “gone with the Wind” lamp (electrified), antique oil lamp, Minton 8 place setting of dishes “Belbrachen” pattern, Wedgwood pieces, cups & saucers including Royal Albert, Paragon, Shelley & others, “John Cody” pottery, painting by Anneka, everyday dishes, pots & pans, small kitchen appliances, framed prints, old photographs, old projector & slides, lamps, figurines, vases etc. & numerous other pieces.

See my web site for detailed list & photos.

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AUcTion SAle AT 9:30 A.M. on SiTe eSTATe oF GeoRGe JoneS, PicTon o/A “JoneS SASH AnD DooR” Directions: This sale is located at 12 Barker Street, Picton west of the secondary school.

The preliminary list of this estate includes a large number of shop machines including a milling machine, Milwaukee planer, 3 floor model drill presses, belt & face sanders, “Celtic” 14 metal lathe with a 6 ft. bed sold with a large number of accessories, Canox CM 180 welder, Hobart mig welder, qty. of welding supplies, 3 industrial sewing machines, Craftsman table saw, General band saw, table & radial arm saws, manual & hydraulic presses, table top drill press, Divine saw blade sharpener, Globe band saw, 2 bench grinders, floor model grinder, Brown Boggs 2 ft. brake, Dust collecting system, shaper planes, Beaver jointer, Waterloo tool chest, gluing clamps, "C" clamps, Crafstman radial arm saw, belt sanders, Morgan & Son 2 ft. brake, air compressor, acetylene torches & guages, bottle jacks, very large qty. of shop hardware, qty. of steel stock material, Approx. 20 ft sail boat with Evinrude outboard motor & trailer, approx. 24 ft. sailboat & traier, Peterborough 2 dingys, a number of canvas sails, utility trailer with winch, older model snow blower, Shop ride scooter, old wooden boxes, outboard motors, Waterloo tool chest, large qty. of tools & wrenches, large qty of assorted hand power tools, large qty. of shop hardware, wheel pullers, biscuit jointer, qty. of metal stock and lumber. Far too many items to list in this sale. note: Sail boats will sell at 1:00 p.m.

Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard and/or Cheque/ID Watch this site for detailed list and photos.

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SATURDAY, MAY 14TH

AT 10:00 A.M. on SiTe AUcTion SAle oF AnTiqUe TRAcToRS, PloWS eTc. FoR JAcK HARRY, nAPAnee, onT. DiRecTionS: at napanee just north of “The Flying J” on Hwy. # 41 take Drive in Road west to northfork Rd. Turn onto it to sale site at 13 northfork Road.

Massey Harris 22 tractor with loaded tires and pulley, Massey Harris 44 tractor with pulley, Massey Harris 30 tractor with excellent rubber and converted to a 12 volt system, Allis Chalmers WD 45 row crop tractor, Massey Harris 44 diesel tractor, International 434 tractor with International 1501 hydraulic loader with bucket and tines, George White threshing machine with Massey blower and straw chopper, 1966 GMC 950 6 cylinder cab & chassis with 4 speed transmission (sells as is), 20 Ft. tandem axle pintle hitch flatbed trailer with winch, Allied 3 PTH 10 ft. “S” tine cultivator, 3 PTH 3 furrow plow, Massey 66 trail plow, 4-2 furrow trail plows, Sunray fibreglass 14 ' boat with an Evinrude 40 outboard motor and Cox tilt trailer, Prowler 16 ft. single axle camper trailer (sells as is), Slide in truck camper / double bunk, truck cap. Cadet model TM4 4 H.P. trimmer mower on wheels, Lincoln 225 welder, Simoniz power washer, air compressor, gas powered ice auger, “T” bar stakes, horse tack box, old trunks, few horse supplies, 4 horse race bikes, other assorted small shop tools. note: Mr. Harry has been a long time collector of old farm implements and has now decided to part with his collection. There are not a lot of smalls at this sale. Plan to be on time.

Watch the web site for detailed list and photos.

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SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2016

BeGinninG AT 10AM PReVieW SAle DAY FRoM 8AM UnTil SAle TiMe AnTiqUe eSTATe AUcTion SAle To be held at the Prince edward community center, 375 Main Street in the town of Picton (next to the crystal Palace) We have been asked by the executors of the estate of Jeanne Forrester, late of the town of Picton Ont., to sell the contents of her home and the balance of her paintings by unreserved public auction. Jeanne was a recognized artist in the Hay Bay area and Picton for many years and her work is treasured in many county homes and collections. consisting of: a large number of water colours and oil paintings with examples featuring scenes from the county and surrounding area, a selection of antique china to include ironstone, Limoges, blue willow, German china, a partial set of Spode “Billingsley Rose”, etc., patterned glass in clear and colour, brass jelly pans, oil lamps, fairy lamps, comports, goblets, depression glass, etc., collectible tins, stone ware, clocks, wooden ware to include butter bowls, ladles, round butter prints, etc., hooked and braided rugs, quilts, hand woven blankets, furniture to include a cedar chest, chests of drawers, wicker settee, a Gibbard corner cupboard, round oak tables, etc., a large quantity of costume jewellery, pail bench, wicker chairs, native baskets, apple basket, wicker plant stand, broad axe, wooden shutters, plus many more items too numerous to list.

Terms: cash, cheque with two forms of iD, Visa, Mastercard and interac.

A 10% buyer’s premium will be applied to the hammer price.

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Plant vegetation that will help maintain butterfly populations in gardens

The Master Gardeners meeting in April was enlivened by a presentation by Dr. Paul Catling who wrote “Butterflies of Prince Edward County”. While Catling admitted he was not a gardener in some part because he and his wife are away from home for much of the summer he definitely geared his talk for a group of people who were all committed gardeners.

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the areas where they would be most likely be seen. He then pointed out that different species of adult butterflies would use a number of the same plants for nectar. These plants may also be used for nectar by bees and even hum-

mingbirds.All three will transport pollen from plant to plant.

The fussy eaters in the butterfly families are the larval stages also known as instar or even caterpillar stages. They generally prefer one type of plant. Most of us are aware that the milkweed family (Asclepias spp.) is essentially the monarch butterfly. The monarchs seek nectar in a wide variety of plants including milkweed but their larval stage will only survive if the eggs are laid on a member of

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Now I, like the majority of gardeners I know, prefer butterflies fluttering around my garden to larvae eating holes in the leaves of my plants. In fact about a decade ago when I first saw one of the larval stages of the monarch I thought it might be a tomato hornworm and hastily relocated the plant away from my vegetable garden. Fortunately it never occurred to me to squash it. What I realized from Paul’s presentation is that we may gradually lose our beautiful butterflies if we, as gardeners, do not support the larval stages of those types of butterflies whose larvae can use plants that fit into a home garden.

Fortunately for us many types of butterfly larvae in the county are best supported by plants that are unlikely to be found in significant numbers in home gardens like native columbine plants. Not surprisingly a very attractive though not large butterfly, the great spangled fritillary, does well here because their larvae

like wild violet leaves. If you are wandering around the woods at this time of year the blooms are everywhere. If you grow these types of violets in your garden you may attract these butterflies as well. Even the grasses in farmers’ fields support some types of butterflies.

One of our most striking butterflies is the giant swallowtail and their larvae can be found on prickly ash whose habitat is threatened by some invasive non native plants such as buckthorn. Catling suggested that there is an alternative to the prickly ash that is native and is likely to do well here in our gardens and that is the hop tree (Pitelia trifolata).

Since it lacks the thorns of the prickly ash it will fit more easily into our gardens.

Growing white or sweet clover as part of the lawn cover or taller varieties on the edges of the gardening area encourage what Paul describes as the small blues.

Chokecherries (Prunus virginiana), on the other hand, sustain the larvae of the tiger swallowtail. This butterfly while smaller than the giant swallowtail is still a striking addition to any garden though it uses puddles rather

than nectar to sustain itself.

If you grow gooseberries (Ribbes spp.) you may have seen a butterfly called the gray comma. Despite the name this butterfly is anything but gray. The adults unfortunately from our perspective are not attracted to nectar but rather sap and dung so they may not linger long once they exit their cacoons.

As we are learning we are losing our monarchs as many areas in the states are killing off the wild milkweed as it can harm cattle. While we cannot change that other than by supporting groups that are opposing this practice we can become more aware of how to maintain monarchs and other types of butterflies in our own environment. If we want to continue to enjoy their beauty in the garden we need to grow plants that will sustain their larvae and put up with some shredded leaves along the way.

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Six Picton Elks have served over 50 years Elbern Carson reaches 65-year milestone ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

Over 275 years of lodge experience was present at the Picton Elks No. 326 hall Monday night — and that was just five men in attendance .

Prior to the regular lodge meeting that night, the Elks presented five-year service pins to some of their most distinguished members.

Elbern Carson earned his 65-year service pin.

“You don’t see these ones too often,” said exalted ruler Rick Wilkinson as he reached out to pin Carson’s badge of honour on his chest.

Carson recalled when the Elks started their Picton lodge in a rented hall at St. Gregory The Great Catholic Church.

“I wasn’t in that first group, but I joined in right after that,” said Carson, who said he made the decision to become an Elk in 1951.

“I was an auctioneer. A friend of mine had joined. We were talking one night and he said ‘You’ve got to join.’ At that time, I wasn’t that well known, but I met a lot of people and got a lot of sales.”

Carson didn’t just join for personal gain, however. He was the head of the lodge in 1957 — a year after his wife led the ladies’ lodge — and he served numerous roles in the organization over the years.

“I liked the Elks from Day 1,” he said. “I was in every seat and held nearly every office.”

Carson added the Elks have always been a charitable organization, giving money raised at bingos and other events away within the community.

He said years ago, lodge

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meetings were an valued social function for a great number of people. Lodge members actually bought their hall and doubled it in size to meet their needs.

“When I was here, we had 150 members and this place was full every lodge night.

There’s not as many now,” he said.

Carson said no matter where he is living or what he is doing — he moved to Napanee for several years after his wife died, before returning to the county — he still comes back for pin presentations and he still has a group of long-term members he can laugh with and talk to.

“I know all of these fellas.

There’s a lot of lodge members now who probably don’t know me.”

Carson credited the dedicated lodge members who keep the tradition alive. He said members keep a bar open regularly and they also have card parties each week. His daughter helps run those.

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Floyd Snider and Laverne McConnell received their 50year pins. Harold Dunlop also qualified for the 50-year pin, but was not present Monday.

Leavitt, who has been an Elk for 57 years and who had served as a district deputy lamented that more young people don’t get involved in lodges today.

“Back then, it was a place to go and enjoy it. Back then, we had fun. Now the fun is gone out of anything any more. Younger folks have different types of fun.”

Like Carson, Leavitt also shared his passion for the Elks with his family. He said has one son who has now served 25 years himself.

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The Picton Gazette Celtic Knotwork Reflects Interconnectness

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Broader range of service at Picton Terminals could help agricultural producers, Doornekamp says PORT, from page 1

He said the company had initial financial and unloading plans, but those plans were “completely blown out of the water in scale” because of requirements for how fast the company must unload vessels and the size of equipment required to do so. He said the company now plans to work with local

governments to help secure Infrastructure Canada funding to purchase the new equipment.

“Some of the markets are demanding our services as fast as possible and that fast as possible is causing a whole bunch of financial issues for our little company to keep up,” he said. “The plan we had was a five-to-seven-year plan and it's turning into a year-and-a-

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half or two-year plan.”

He said demand for Picton Terminals has been established and includes local quarries, cement plants, industrial manufacturers, and agricultural companies that require cost effective access to global markets.

Doornekamp said the port offers local municipalities a lot of spinoff benefits. While the site employs about 15 directly, he said spinoff growth could create an

additional 500 jobs in the area as competitiveness increases because of the access to global markets at lower cost.

He said reduced truck traffic also mitigates the need for some road repairs, noting that each vessel represents about 350,000 km of heavy truck traffic that doesn't need to travel Ontario's highways.

He said the massive ships are twice as fuel efficient as rail and 10 times more efficient than heavy

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Doornekamp said recently a vessel unloaded a shipment of steel from South Korea bound for Kimco Steel in Kingston. He said where generally they would pick up steel in Hamilton or Montreal, Picton Terminals offers a closer option without storage fees.

“They pay monster storage fees at other ports, so this would make their bottom line much more feasible for them.”

He said having an international port could also make an agricultural impact as it improves access to global markets. He said existing ports are often at full capacity during the harvest season.

“All the agriculture in this region has to get trucked a long distance to ports, a minimum distance of two-and-a-half to three hours away to get to those markets,” he said.

He said the closer port would reduce the cost of fertilizers and grains and would ensure farmers in the region remain competitive and profitable.

He said the local manufacturing sector would see similar benefits.

“We had the Quinte Manufacturers Association come to see us and they taught us a lot about the manufacturing that's taking place in this part of the country that we didn't know existed,” he said.

He said the port could receive raw product and ship out finished product with less trucking cost.

Mayor Robert Quaiff said he contacted NorthumberlandQuinte West MPP Lou Rinaldi to arrange meetings with provincial ministers regarding Picton Terminals. He said Minister of Transportation Steven Del Duca, Minis-

ter of Economic Development, Employment and Infrastructure Brad Duguid, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Jeff Leal, and perhaps Minister of Finance Charles Sousa are expected to attend. He said local federal and provincial representatives are also expected to attend.

Quaiff said Doornekamp made a presentation recently to the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus, which unanimously supported the initiative by resolution and Hastings County also supported the plan at a recent meeting.

“In reading all of the position papers of the provincial government and the federal government, this fits the criteria, this was actually one of the number one items on the action list for the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus,” Quaiff said.

Councillor Bill Roberts spoke positively of the proposal.

“It's just an incredibly exciting project,” he said.

Councillor Roy Pennell said the concept brings a lot of potential positives.

“It's wonderful if we can support businesses within the community, but I had no idea when it comes back to affecting agriculture,” he said.

He said he's spoken with a local farmer who indicated the port could be a benefit to local agriculture operations.

“They told me just the savings on the trucking of fertilizer, that they could take their whole operation and reduce it 50 acres and still make the same money,” Pennell said.

A resolution of support from the municipality is expected to come before council on May 10.

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Seasoned steel guitar musician Brisco strums at Rotary

EXPRESSIVE INSTRUMENT Al Brisco, a decorated steel guitar player, visited the Rotary Club of Picton last week to share stories about his experiences in the music business and play a few of his hit songs .(Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

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Canada’s ambassador of the steel guitar, Al Brisco, delighted Picton Rotarians last week by playing a few chords on the instrument.

Brisco, who has backed up acts like Frank Zappa, Kris Kristofferson, and Carroll Baker, spoke about his musical background and how he learned to play country music’s staple instrument.

Growing up near Renfrew, Ont. Brisco said his mom encouraged him to take piano lessons, but that learning didn’t set in.

The real learning set in listening to Buck Owens records and copying steel guitar player Ralph Mooney.

He said he had an adjustable turntable to play the records.

He’d slow the speed and try to keep up.

“It would keep it in the same key, but reduce the speed by

half,” he said. “I’d have put coins on the turntable arm to slow down — that was really good for the grooves of the record. I’d pick it up and put it down and try to learn the licks.”

Brisco was playing bass guitar in a band in high school and a fellow band member thought it’d be nice to have a steel guitar, so he made his own initially.

“I found a picture and I built my first one. I still have it. It was murder. It wouldn’t play a tune, but I kept going on.”

Eventually, he got a real steel guitar and impressed enough to make a career in music. Brisco said he can still remember telling a high school guidance teacher he was going on the road to make music. The teacher was surprised to learn he’d make $100 plus accommodation in a week during the 1960s.

“It was more money than he

was making,” he said. “I just didn’t tell him it wasn’t guaranteed. So much of the arts is just a love of the arts. It’s only the top three per cent that make the big money.”

He’s played professionally ever since, however, and he now operates a steel guitar store near Colborne.

Brisco said the steel guitar originated in Portugal with someone taking a bone and sliding it over the guitar strings — think of the melody at the end of Bugs Bunny, he said — developed in Hawaii, and then became electrified on the main-

land United States with the addition of pedals and levers. He said the volume pedal and the slide help give it that expressive sound “The steel guitar is classified as a very expressive instrument.

It depends who is playing it,” he said.

Despite its prevalence in country music, he said he’s also done a lot of rock and rhythm and blues.

Brisco still plays regularly at Cobourg’s Sweet Water Music Series. The next performance is this Sunday.

-Adam Bramburger, Staff

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