Picton Gazette Mar 3 2011

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The Picton Gazette THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011

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Despite loss, county doctors applaud process that led to QHC’s decision

Picton hospital to lose three beds to Belleville JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

MEMORIES

If the medium is truly the message then can the process be the answer?

The tug-of-war of beds between Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) and Belleville General Hospital (BGH) came to a close Tuesday as the Quinte Healthcare Corporation announced it would be shuffling three local general medicine beds on to the hospital in the friendly city.

The movement of beds is designed to provide some relief to a beleaguered BGH that finds itself running near or at capacity almost continuously.

QHC announced early in 2011 it were examining the possibility of moving a number of beds (believed to be as high as eight) from Picton to Belleville.

Prince Edward County family physicians balked at the notion of moving more than a third of PECMH’s 22 general medicine beds and went public in their wishes that no more than four beds be dispatched to BGH. After almost two months of meetings, posturing and number crunching, it appears the county doctors have prevailed.

In addition to the three general medicine beds, QHC announced another two beds at PECMH will now be designated for patients who are waiting for a bed in a long-term care facility to allow these patients to stay closer-to-home.

Currently, some nurs-

Naturalist shares tales of Millennium Trail vistas PAGE 3

MOMENTUM County athletes help York to OUA indoor track success PAGE 21

LET IT ROLL Rotarian Robert Bird watches a spin of the roulette wheel during Picton Rotary’s annual Oyster Fest fundraiser on Feb. 25. The local club was pleased with the turnout at the event which has been held for almost 50 years. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

Large crowd tries luck at Oyster Fest Rotarians hope night of gaming, food nets over $10,000 CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

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Picton Rotary held its annual Oyster Fest fundraiser, packing a newly refurbished hall at the Prince Edward Community Centre.

There was no shortage of incentive to attend the event with Currah’s providing an all-you-can-eat buffet and the chance to win $25 just for attending.

Also up for grabs at the A pair of tickets to a “Hockey Night in Canada” Leafs v. Canadiens games valued at $200 donated by Whattam Funeral Home, The Picton Golf and Country Club donated a set of 10 rounds of 18 holes of golf valued at $450, an outdoor propane fireplace donated by Picton Home Hardware, a gourmet dinner for eight people catered to the winner’s

home valued at $800 donated by Currah’s, three one night suite packages with meals at The Four Points by Sheraton Kingston Downtown valued at $400 donated by the hotel, and finally an afternoon three course meal and day package at Claramount Inn and Spa valued at $630 donated by Chris and Norah Rogers.

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DUFF SPRAGUE ing home-ready patients receive their care at QHC ‘s Trenton Memorial site.

Not to be lost in this announcement (which some will view as a pyrrhic victory regardless of the relenting of county physicians) is the fact QHC remained transparent and collaborative with stakeholders over the past two months.

It certainly wasn’t lost on Duff Sprague, the executive director of the Prince Edward Family Health Team.

“The PEFHT and the county family doctors are sad to see any services or any beds leave PECMH,” Sprague said. “However, we do feel there is a strong commitment from QHC senior management to keep the nursing staff strong and keep PECMH viable in the long term,” he said.

“The win aspect in this whole saga was how inclusive QHC was in this entire process of making the decision.”

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Board approves name for amalgamated school in Athol Students, staff, and community cast ballots

JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

The name of the newly amalgamated public elementary school in Cherry Valley has been approved.

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board trustees unanimous-

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ly approved the renaming of the current Athol Central School to Athol-South Marysburgh Public School starting in September 2012 at their monthly board meeting Monday evening.

The site will be home of the amalgamated school after the board approved the consolidation of Prince Edward’s two most southern most learning facilities in 2010 in the face of declining enrollment.

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The name of the facility, which will undergo an $800,000 facelift this summer in advance of becoming a Kindergarten to Grade 8 school, was voted upon by over 150 students, staff and community members with 67 per cent of those being favour of the the Athol-South Marysburgh moniker and 95 per cent of those casting ballots in favour of public school over the community school designation.

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“We really happy with the response and the voter turnout,” school integration committee chair Heather Zantingh said.

The staff report submitted as part of the motion to rename the school offered a cross section of some of the potential names put forth in advance of the rebranding process.

Some of the more creative names put forth included Atholburgh, Valley Heights, Cherrymill,

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Centennial Public School and Juniper Public School.

Zantingh said the school board is still finalizing the redevelopment plans that will see two new classrooms, new washrooms, a new early years centre and new office space installed at the Athol site and she said she is hopeful the board will tender the project in mid-March.

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T h e P i ct o n G a ze t te THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011

Council trims budget to reach 2.14-per-cent levy increase Allocations for several capital projects returned to budget, $100,000 organics pilot put on hold CHADIBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

After more than a month of budget deliberations council has narrowed down a list of projects and expenses which will go on to the third draft of the 2011 budget.

After starting the month with a projected tax levy increase of 9.7 per cent, coun-

cil has chipped away dollar after dollar until finally reaching a 2.14-per -cent tax levy increase last Thursday.

Discussion on the third draft of the budget will begin on March 15 and council is expected to approve the budget by the end of the month.

Last week council made some more headway on its

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mission for a status quo budget, deciding to eliminate a $100,000 pilot project which would have seen the public works department test the effectiveness of an organic waste/compostable pick up along with regular garbage collection.

Public works commissioner Robert McAuley said the project was part of the overall waste management plan which was passed by council last year and looks to increase diversion from landfills.

McAuley said the province is pressing hard to have municipalities include an organics component along with regular recycling and garbage collection and may soon legislate the diversion tactic.

Ameliasburgh councillor Nick Nowitski questioned the need for the project.

“If we’re going to be legislated to collect organic waste anyhow, why do we need a test to see whether we can do it now?” he said.

Fellow Ameliasburgh councillor Dianne O’Brien said the project is a good idea, but is one the municipality can’t afford.

“I don’t think we should be spending $100,000, it’s a good idea, but we can’t afford that,” she said.

Council also decided against putting $10,759 toward the aquatic and fitness facility working group and cut the budget for professional and contracted services — which would have been put toward the Picton heritage district — from $25,000 down to $12,500.

However, council revisited some items that had been cut earlier in budget discussions and decided to add

section of road — much like the section of Main Street that was completed last year — is likely in bad shape.

“The taxes to be raised are only 10 per cent of the project.

That’s nine dollars for every dollar we invest,” he said.

Although Mayor Peter Mertens cautioned that the municipality hadn’t applied for the rest of the money yet, Marisett said if the money doesn’t stay in the budget the Municipality wouldn’t be able to apply at all until next year. He said that would mean the work may not even start in the current term of council.

“We’re taking a gamble here,” he said.

McAuley said an assessment was undertaken of that infrastructure and it is unlikely that it is in any better shape than what was under the section of road completed last year.

In all, savings in draft two of the budget totalled $518,523.

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Ameliasburgh councillor Janice Maynard requested $20,000 that had previously been cut, be spent on repairing the floor of Ameliasburgh town hall. Council also voted to put $5,000 for repairs to the Northport boat launch back into the budget as well as $18,000 for the Rossmore boat launch and seawall because the launches would have been closed this season otherwise.

Council also added back into the budget $38,000 for a design for a complete rebuild of Picton’s Main Street from Walton Street to Bridge Street. The $38,000 represents only 10 per cent of the overall project — estimated at $380,000 — while the rest of the cost was anticipated to come from government funding.

Picton councillor Brian Marisett said he wanted the money for the project back into the budget because the infrastructure beneath that

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T h e P i ct o n G a ze t te THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011

Swapping tales from a storied path Naturalist opens series of talks highlighting Millennium Trail CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

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“Get out there on the trail and enjoy it,� he said. “It has so, so much to offer.�

Beaubien a filmmaker, writer and avid walker said, having travelled a lot, wherever he is in the country he likes to take some time to familiarize himself with the surrounding land. “Living very close the Millennium Trail in Hillier, I walk it a lot and it occurred to me one day that this is a spectacular part of Prince Edward County, its a valuable resource and perhaps we could get a better look at it in closer depth and more detail,� he said of his conception of the idea for the series.

Beaubien said he wanted to take a look at the possibilities of incorporating the trail more into residents’ daily lives as well as

making it more visible to visitors. “I began and I treated it as if I were starting a film,� he said. “You start at the beginning.�

As the first part of the series dealt with some of the history of the trail Beaubien said he taking a sort of “holistic approach� to the inception of each consecutive presentation which he hopes will take place approximately every 10 weeks at a different venue. “Wherever we are, there’s so many facets of that,� he said. “If you look up there’s the star scape, if you look down under our feet there’s archeology.�

Beaubien said there are many aspects of their surroundings which people often don’t see because of the nature of modern society. “We don’t see that in the

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A packed Waring Hall was the scene of a long walk down memory lane as over 100 people listened to the past and present of one of the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest cultural landmarks â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the lane in question being the 50-kilometre Millennium Trail.

The trail winds its way across the county, starting in Carrying Place and continues all the way to Picton and covers a total land area of about 73 hectares.

Notable naturalist and columnist Terry Sprague was the guest speaker for the event â&#x20AC;&#x201D; titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Storied Pathâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; which organizer Conrad Beaubien hopes to continue as a series of presentations regarding all aspects of the trail.

While Sprague touched on the myriad of wetland wonders and briefly on the history of the path â&#x20AC;&#x201D; which was once an important rail line until the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;50s with the county acquiring the line from the Canadian National Railway in 1997 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Beaubien hopes to expand the scope of each presentation focusing on aspects such as archeology and lore.

Sprague said thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always a lot of activity on the trail, whether it be people walking their dogs, ATV riders out for spin or the many different species of wildlife.

He discussed his trek down the trail, which he undertook with his wife in increments during the summer and fall of 2005. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What I found interesting about the Millennium Trail was the changing vistas,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t matter whether it was a straight stretch or a whether it was going around corners â&#x20AC;&#x201D; you would go past a different piece of scenery every single hour.â&#x20AC;?

He said thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what makes the trail so interesting: The view can change from wetland to farmland to forrest in the span of an afternoon. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Millennium Trail is more than just a trail for ATVers and snowmobilers and in the winter especially there are opportunities for snowshoeing and crosscountry skiing,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all kinds of opportunities.â&#x20AC;?

Sprague urged people to get out and use the trail regularly.

car, we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see that even as we cycle through in a hurry,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Being able to walk and experience these things is whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important, getting an allaround view of that and therefore I thought why not do a series where we take on all these different subjects as we go along.â&#x20AC;?

He said the strong attendance numbers from Sunday are definitely encouraging.

He said initially his idea was met with some skepticism about the timing, but he said he stuck to his desire to begin the series now. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wintertime is a down cycle for businesses and wineries and now is an opportunity to maybe attract people,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is an amazing turnout and this is a really, really powerful indicator of how the trail resonates within the community of Prince Edward County and I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something we can build on.â&#x20AC;?

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T h e P i ct o n G a ze t te THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011

Social Notes

Photographers show their heart Initiative helps suffering families capture memories

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Mar. 4. Mardi Gras Party.

Special drinks, Cajun food, and live music from Northern Voodoo (jazzyBlues) in the Barley Room.

Mar. 8. Fat Tuesday Breakfast for Dinner.

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Several county photographers have come on board with Helping Hearts — a national initiative to provide free photography sessions for families with children who are suffering a life-altering illness or disability.

The project was created

by British Columbia photographers Melissa Knowles and Michelle Regner who have acquired a team of fellow photographers from across the country to dedicate their time and skills in the craft to help families with sick children capture special moments.

Currently five photographers from Prince Edward County have volunteered their services to the project — Tammy and Bryan Cannon of Southwind Photography, Jenna Simpson of About Image Photography, Caitlin den Boer of Adelita Rose Wedding Photography and Michael Grills of Michael Grills Photography.

Tammy Cannon said she heard about the program through another local photographer and jumped at the chance to get involved.

“We can relate to the emotions families go through when a child is ill. When our daughter was hospitalized in Kingston, it separated our family,” she said. “We took turns, one of us in the hospi-

LENDING A LENS County photographers, from left, Brian and Tammy Cannon, Michael Grills, Jenna Simpson and Caitlin den Boer have offered their services free of charge for families in need. (Submitted photo)

tal and the other at home looking after the rest of the family. Driving back and forth to Kingston also took a toll on our family budget. It was hard on everyone.”

She said photos are important for families in remembering both good times and bad. She said during emotionally strenuous times it's hard to find time to take photos and it can be tough to find the money for a professional photographer.

She said that's where Helping Hearts can help.

Cannon also helped recruit fellow photographer Simpson.

“As a parent I understand the roller coaster of emotions in caring for an ill child long term,” Simpson said. “In the last year I've started to join more charity events, as I love helping out where I can for others, I've had a lot of help

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Also coming on board is den Boer, who found out about the initiative through Facebook. She said after a little bit of research she knew it was something she wanted to be involved with.

“It's a worthwhile initiative because as photographers we have the power to tell people's stories with our camera — a family photo is something that is set in stone and that one can hold with them and cherish for years to come,” den Boer said.

Grills, a recent father, said he feels fortunate to be able to help families capture special memories when they're experiencing challenging times.

“In addition to offering the families and the children involved a positive and fun experience, I think this initiative shows that there are people who care and try in our own way to help,” he said.

Any family interested in booking a free photo session through Helping Hearts can fill out an application form at www.helping-hearts.co or email info@helping-hearts.ca . Once the application is approved they will be matched with a photographer in their area.

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T h e P i ct o n G a ze t te THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011

Celebrated hydroplane will be on display as part of celebrations surrounding commemorative stamp unveiling

Interest building for Miss Supertest’s return to Picton ADAM BRAMBURGER

would like to exhibit a boat or share other racing merchandise.

Then, Sunday, the annual Mariner’s Memorial Service at South Bay United Church will be moved up a week in order to accommodate a special memorial tribute to Hayward, who died racing on

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After 50 years, Miss Supertest III will return to Prince Edward County this August and preparations are ongoing to ensure it receives a proper welcome to the site of past glory.

After being pulled out of the Ontario Science Centre, the hydroplane Bob Hayward steered to consecutive Harmsworth Trophy world championships against the Americans had nearly been a forgotten part of Canadian lore until last year. It was then that county resident John Lyons led a successful attempt to have a commemorative stamp launched that would recognize Hayward’s efforts and the super vessel he raced from 1959 to 1961.

With publicity from that campaign, Miss Supertest III made rare appearances at the Toronto and London boat shows and it has been secured for the stamp launch April 6-8.

“Miss Supertest is pretty important, but she’s been played down a lot,” said Diane Denyes-Wenn, the chairperson of a committee working on the weekend’s events. “In the Canadian Hall of Fame, there are only four entries that are not people. Two are horses, two are boats. There’s the Bluenose and Miss Supertest.”

Denyes-Wenn said with its limited exposure recently, and

the Detroit River in 1961, weeks after his second successful Harmsworth defence.

His family and the boat’s owners, the Thompson family, are expected to attend.

Monday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m.

Canada Post will officially unveil the commemorative stamp with several dignitaries

and the stamp’s designers present. Lyons said he understand the corporation might set up a miniature post office and allow guests to purchase their stamps and actually have a Picton postal marking placed on them.

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STAMP OF APPROVAL Miss Supertest owner Jim Thompson, left, stands with county man John Lyons at the London boat show in front of a poster promoting the stamplaunch events this August . (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff) the diminished Supertest brand, there aren’t many younger Cana-dians or many outside of this area who have appreciation of the boat that broke 39 years of American domination on the water.

Things have been changing recently, however, as the boat show appearances and the successful stamp campaign have really driven interest in the county’s big event.

Denyes-Wenn said over the past few months, she’s been fielding between 10 to 15 e-mails a day asking about the events that will take place around Canada Post’s stamp launch in August. Some are people who have boats they’d like to exhibit, others are looking for times and accommodation info, and some have

stories to tell about their role in the events.

The celebration is poised to take place in one of the hangars on the Loch Sloy property at the old Picton air base, which is one of the only places in the county big enough to house the hydroplanes and keep them out of the elements.

On Saturday, there, a display will feature Miss Supertest III — Denyes-Wenn said receiving permission to have it on display was like receiving a “million-dollar donation”— and other boats of its vintage including the Miss Canadiana and Miss Canada. Denyes-Wenn said the committee has also been able to secure five other power boats for display and it is welcoming any one who

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T h e P i ct o n G a ze t te THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011

Looking back in the

Picton Gazette

60 years ago — 1951 ■ A winter storm featuring freezing rain and high winds wiped out power in most parts of the county for at least 16 hours. Telephone and telegraph service was also disrupted and initial reports stated the damages were pegged at “many thousands of dollars.”

■ Bloomfield’s Harold A. Cleave was elected as the president of the Ontario Good Roads Association. The former County warden had been serving on the association’s executive for several years prior to receiving the top post.

■ Track and field athlete Walter Knox was to be buried in Wellington (where he spent his summers) after he passed away at age 73. Knox set Canadian records for the 100-yard dash, shot put, discus, pole vault, and broad jump. Due to his coaching activities, Knox was deemed a professional and thus, he never competed in the Olympic Games.

40 years ago — 1971

■ The Prince Edward Chamber of Commerce petitioned Picton town council to rescind bylaw it had struck regulating store hours. With a new mall opening in Belleville, the chamber was encouraging members to consider opening Wednesdays during the summer and Thursday and Friday evenings year-round.

■ A school bus veered off the road into the Huff’s Island marsh early in the morning A second bus came to take the 12 students home as neighbouring residents tried for four hours to budge the bus. Eventually, it was dislodged by a township snow plow at 8:30 p.m.

30 years ago — 1981

■ Picton’s Blair Howell, a paraplegic, planned to cross Canada in his wheelchair to raise money for the United Way and to prove that those with handicaps are people too.

■ A man and woman were killed in a cartruck crash on Highway 49. It was believed the car traveling southbound was out of control. Both were in the car.

The driver of the truck escaped uninjured.

■ The Picton Oldtimers and the Flying Fathers, a team of hockey-playing priests dazzled a large crowd in a Boy Scouts’ fundraising game at the Picton arena.

10 years ago — 2001

■ Despite his organization having a $5-million deficit, QHC chief executive officer Bruce Laughton indicated that when the board of directors makes decisions about the budget, it does not intend on closing any sites.

■ Several businesses on Picton’s Main Street were shortchanged by a male scam artist. The suspect would regularly enter businesses, pay with a large bill, then claim his change was $20 short than it should have been, according to the OPP.

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Singing frogs announce arrival of spring When it's minus-18 degrees out, you can always get a rise out of Kathy Jones at Bird Studies Canada by announcing that you heard a frog singing recently. Kathy is the aquatic surveys volunteer and data co-ordinator at Bird Studies Canada in Port Rowan, and with the entire Great Lakes Basin under her watchful eye, there is never any lack of work. March always seems to come far too quickly.

Somehow though, with her team of assistants, she manages to keep on top of things. With cold weather and lots of ice still upon us, it seems difficult to believe that one day it will all disappear, and the wetlands once again will be filled with the songs of frogs and marsh birds.

Animals, especially frogs, are great indicators of the health of our environment since they respond readily to environmental changes.

For the past nine years, I have had the pleasure of seeking volunteers to assist in monitoring local marshes as part of the Community Wildlife Monitoring Program, involving two opportunities - FrogWatch Ontario and the Marsh Monitoring Program.

FrogWatch Ontario is a program designed with families in mind due to its simplicity and ease of entering data on the FrogWatch website. The Marsh Monitoring Program is geared to those who are seeking something a little more structured and challenging. Both will be cov-

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ered at a workshop I am holding at Quinte Conservation March 7, commencing at 7 a.m.

Bird Studies Canada (BSC), in partnership with Environment Canada, the Bay of Quinte Remedial Action Plan and Quinte Conservation, have partnered in this effort to evaluate the condition of our local wetlands.

It was over 20 years ago when the Bay of Quinte Area of Concern (AOC) was identified by the International Joint Commission as degraded and in need of remediation. A mix of toxic contaminants, bacterial, and nutrient overloads had led to great imbalances in the aquatic ecosystem of the bay.

Plant and animal diversity was being lost, and habitats, especially wetlands were disappearing or seriously degraded.

The Bay of Quinte Remedial Action Plan's Restoration Council carries out actions with local partners in its efforts to restore the Bay and its drainage area.

Wildlife monitoring is part of the process as their overall populations tell us

a lot about our progress.

As co-ordinator for the Bay of Quinte AOC, I am once again looking for volunteers to take part in the program to monitor birds and frogs in marshes within, and even beyond, the Bay of Quinte watershed.

The Marsh Monitoring Program, established in 1994, contains two components, monitoring birds and monitoring frogs. Participants who choose to participate in this program can do one, or both.

Monitoring the marsh birds involves twice yearly visits to the marsh of your choice, for 15 minutes each visit, between May and July. If participants decide to monitor the amphibians too, that is done three times during the year for three minutes each between April and late June.

Volunteers will receive training CDs and instructions on how to proceed with the monitoring. The ambitious program was designed to aid the conservation of marsh habitat by establishing baseline assessments of bird and amphibian populations and by monitoring population changes and habitat requirements of marsh birds and amphibians over the long term.

What makes the frog monitoring aspect of the MMP so attractive is that we have only eight species in the immediate Quinte area, and their calls significantly differ from each other. This is where I come in. At the Marsh Monitoring workshop at Quinte

Conservation on March 7, I will teach prospective volunteers how easy it is to separate the various species we have in this area, and I will also go through a number of the birds and their calls that you are apt to encounter during your monitoring efforts. I will also walk you through the protocol and show you how easy it is to set up your survey stations.

Those who volunteer will receive a package of material from Bird Studies Canada, including a monitoring CD, as well as an identification recording of those species common to wetlands. Volunteers who choose FrogWatch Ontario can enter their data directly online.

The workshop commences at 7 p.m., and while there is no cost to attend, it would be helpful if you could let me know if you are attending, so I can arrange for seating and refreshments. Quinte Conservation is located just west of Belleville, at 2061 Old Highway 2.

More information on both FrogWatch Ontario and the Marsh Monitoring Program can be obtained from my web site at w w w. n a t u r e s t u f f . n e t .

Click on opportunities from the main menu, then scroll down and click on Community Wildlife Monitoring Program.

For more information on today's topic, please e-mail tsprague@kos.net or phone 613-476-5072. For more information on nature in the Quinte area, be sure to check out www.naturestuff.net .

EDITORIALS Th e Pi ct on G aze tte

THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2010

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

‘The win aspect in this whole saga was how inclusive QHC was in this entire process of making the decision.’

-PRINCE EDWARD FAMILY HEALTH TEAM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DUFF SPRAGUE ON THE FEELINGS OF THE COUNTY PHYSICIANS UPON LEARNING OF QHC’S DECISION TO MOVE THREE GENERAL MEDICINE BEDS TO BELLEVILLE. HE NOTED SENIOR MANAGEMENT WORKED WITH PHYSICIANS IN DECIDING HOW TO PROCEED.

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Co-operation between QHC, physicians on bed shift encouraging

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DESERVING RECIPIENT Long time Prince Edward County 4H leader Lynn Ward was recognized this past weekend by 4H Ontario with the Syngenta 4-H Ontario Arbor Award. Ward has been a 4H Leader in Prince Edward County for the last 34 years, leading several beef, sheep and life skills programs. (Photo courtesy of 4H Ontario)

UPON first glance of the Quinte Healthcare Corporation’s decision to move three beds from Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital to Belleville, it appears there was some give-and-take involved.

On one hand, the corporation was able to shift some beds and services to its largest hospital, which should have a positive impact on that facility’s capacity and its ability to serve patient demand.

On the other, it appears county physicians were assured local services wouldn’t be impact and they managed to designate some beds for those people awaiting long-term care facilities, thus keeping some care closer to county residents — some who had been served in Quinte West previously.

In an uneasy climate in this province where many primary services, be they municipal governance, health-care delivery, or education were amalgamated without giving much consideration to those affected, the way this decision was handled appears to be a model that many could learn from.

Unfortunately, however, there does still appear to be a climate of mistrust in this area with respect to the amalgamation and feared centralization of services that health-care administrators with QHC must find a remedy for moving forward.

Potentially, it is hoped that people will remember that in both recent cases when transferring beds or services out of the county have been considered, in both instances, local physicians have responded and in both instances, they were listened to. Maybe that will stop some of the public unrest.

Beyond that — and this need not be advice for just QHC, as it seems County council has had its own share of questioning about where in the municipality tax dollars are spent — perhaps a concerted effort should be made to meet with stakeholders prior to big decisions and let them voice opinions about the direction to be taken next. That effort will also go a long way in building trust and bringing critics into the decision-making process.

Now that the bed situation is resolved, it also looks like the Prince Edward Family Health Team and its local alliance along with the QHC management are ready to move forward on plans for the redevelopment of the hospital in Picton, moving toward the campus model which was brought forward by physicians and community members.

Once the draft plans are completed, the public will have its opportunity to see what is planned for the future of health-care in this county and to step forward and share ideas or criticisms. Their voices will go forward with the plans for approval of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, who will be able to provide the go-ahead for the redevelopment efforts at this hospital.

It’s encouraging to know that physicians and QHC management are working together to ensure that Prince Edward County will continue to be a viable cog in a four-site hospital. It’s also encouraging to know that they plan to involve the public in that process.

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T h e P i c to n Ga ze t te THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011

Nurse, economist, professor join board This is the library’s second last installment in a series of articles highlighting the trustees of the recently appointed board of directors for the County’s Public Library & Archives.

Dawn Cutler, who has lived in Prince Edward County since the age of six, brings her expertise to the board as trustee for a second term. Educated at Prince Edward Collegiate Institute, Cutler earned a diploma in nursing from Loyalist College and a degree in religious studies at Queen’s University.

A dedicated bibliophile who has been a lifelong avid reader, Cutler recalls, “My fondest memories are those of spending time with books. I have many happy memories of time spent in the high school library and at the Picton library.”

A practicing nurse, Cutler was a member of the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital board for six years before and during amalgamation. She was also twice president of the Wellington Rotary Club and remains a charter member.

The owner of Lodge by the Lake Retirement Home, the health professional brings specific insight into the needs of seniors in the community. She also continues to work part time as a renal dialysis nurse for Kingston General Hospital.

“I enjoy interacting with the public and found being a Trustee on the Library Board an ideal opportunity to contribute to the community,” says Cutler.

Whether it is teaching children to read, increasing their vocabulary, encouraging imagination, gaining knowledge and empowering members of the community, Cutler sees the increase in the popularity of computers as a natural progression for libraries to enhance all of these skills and attributes.

New trustee and retired economist Joe LaFerla concurs. Though he knows books are still an important component of libraries, he says, “In our world of Internet and computers, libraries have morphed from their traditional role of lender of books to provide an important avenue for individuals of all ages to interact and express themselves.”

With a master’s degree in economics from McMaster University and postgraduate diploma in European integration from the University of Amsterdam, LaFerla brings a wealth of expertise to the board, including his specialization in finance.

He has held a number of senior positions with the province, including senior economist, Office of the Budget and Intergovernmental Finance, and director of policy and planning in the Department of Finance for the Government of the Northwest Territories.

He was a member of the board of directors of NTNet Society and NTNet Operations, in Yellowknife, in the early nineties.

“These organizations,” he explains “were responsible for bringing the Internet to the Northwest Territories.”

As a founding member and president of the Yellowknife Amateur Radio Society, the retired economist also understands the importance of community involvement in programs.

“Through programs offered, libraries provide an

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excellent opportunity for individuals to increase literacy and numeracy skills.”

Since most programs are provided free of charge, asserts LaFerla, public libraries may provide the only remaining free access to social and educational programs in these tough economic times.

“Being on the library board will allow me to use my financial and computer expertise to assist in furthering the mission statement of the Library to provide excellent library services to Prince Edward County.

Excellence in library service is also paramount for trustee Stan McMullin. Born in Nova Scotia and raised in Belleville, Ontario, McMullin moved to Hillier in the County in 1994.

He holds a Ph.D in Canadian literature from Dalhousie University in Halifax, and taught English and Canadian studies at the University of Waterloo for 20 years before moving to Ottawa to assume the Directorship of the School for Canadian Studies at Carleton University.

“I have spent 38 years teaching and researching at Canadian universities,” says McMullin. “Llibraries have been the backbone of that work. I have spent countless hours instructing students in how to use libraries to locate accurate and informed information about the world.”

Through rare book and manuscript collections from libraries in Canada, the U.S., and England, McMullin has garnered extensive knowledge about culture and society, culminating in the writing of books, reviews and periodical articles.

“At each of those libraries I depended upon the presence of well trained library staff who knew how to sift the solid information from the chaff of misinformation that clutters our world,” says McMullin.

Active in the community, the retired educator is a long standing Friend of the Wellington branch of the County Library and a past member of the County’s Street Smarts Committee.

In reminiscing about his early years, the professor admits, “To say the least, my introduction to reading was marginal at best. However, I somehow was the recipient of a library card at the Corby Library in Belleville. While my understanding of phonetics was limited — I still can’t spell — I managed to fall in love with words and library books.”

McMullin concluded libraries are both a valuable source of data and a vital community social hub.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Press should play important role in public consultation "I’m shocked!" These were the first words in a letter that Picton resident Robert Williams had written to the local papers on Feb. 24. Mr Williams was commenting on the fact that after the opening comments, all the local press were asked to leave the heavily moderated Round Table discussions on rural health.

I think that he will be even more shocked when he goes on line and reads the article, "Public discussion tackles rural health care issues" posted Feb. 15 in the Haliburton Echo. This article refers to the rural health meeting held by the Ministry of Health in Haliburton on Feb. 8.

The article states "While local media were initially asked to leave following the opening remarks after much discussion and debate with Johnson and Sandals (the two Liberal MPPs facilitating the meeting for the Ministry of Health) it was agreed that reporters could stay under the condition personal health stories were not reported on".

I think that if I was a local reporter that was asked to leave the Picton meeting I would contact the Haliburton Echo reporter Angelica Blengil to ask what persuasive powers she and her fellow reporters used to be allowed to remain in the room. Oh, did I mention that facilitator Liberal MPP Rick Johnson represents Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock riding. There is a vast difference between the meetings in Haliburton and Picton.

Because the media were allowed to report the concerns of the 40 people present at the Haliburton meeting every stakeholder in the Haliburton riding was privy to their concerns. In contrast only the 50 residents who attended the Round Table discussions in Picton will know what concerns were expressed concerning rural

health.In his letter Williams states that the MOH in their ad said in bold print "Join the conversation". They just forgot to invite the press to the party.

Perhaps it is time for Liberal MPP Leona Dombrosky to hold a Town Hall meeting for her taxpaying constituents on the status of healthcare in Prince Edward County. Anytime between now and Oct. 6 would be fine. Don’t forget to invite the press!

Quite simply the Ministry of Health is wrong in allowing the press to remain at the meeting in one riding and asking them to leave in another. But then this is a Ministry of Health that sent in a consultant/supervisor two years ago to disband the approximately 500 member Quinte Healthcare Corporation corporate membership.

Interestingly enough 70 per cent of those corporate members who had purchased a membership were from Prince Edward County. This is also a Ministry of Health that will probably allow QHC Belleville to take eight or less beds from PECMH knowing full well that Prince Edward County has a huge transportation problem.

In one of his recent letters to the local papers Second World War veteran and county resident Ralph Margetson stated "I’m ashamed that we seem to be ready to give up on our hospital". Ralph is 93 years old so he knows only too well the trials and tribulations that PECMH has endured over the last 90 years to remain a ‘shelter’ for the infirmed and dying in our community.

Ralph, you are my HERO. My only hope is that the residents and municipal leaders of Prince Edward County don’t disappoint you.

Fran Renoy Picton

Preservation of Waring’s Creek should be included in plan Slowly and steadily, the town of Picton creeps toward Waring’s Corners. The headwaters of Waring’s Creek is found in the triangle bordered by Highway 33, County Rd.s 1 and 10 (Cherry Valley Rd.) This small water course continually provides, clear, cold spring fed water for many homes and farms from Sandy Hook to its mouth at West Lake.

Throughout even the driest seasons, the fresh water replenishes that or West Lake, the hub of the tourist area. Watch for the signs erected to indicate the little creek on County Rds 1 and 12 (West Lake Road) and Shannon Road. It flows through some of the most fertile farmland in Prince Edward County.

One consideration of the proposed secondary plan for Hallowell and Picton must be to maintain the vigour of this creek.

The health of the entire area and also West Lake could be damaged with flash

runoffs from parking lots, if building is increased in this extremely sensitive area.

The Picton Esker, a long mound extending from Picton to West Lake, acts as a huge sponge holding millions of gallons of water, releasing it gradually into the creek.

Since 1992, many people worked hard to restore the stream to its former self. It is almost ready to be stocked with brook trout, a variety that can’t live in warmer water. In 1999, an OMB hearing, in an unprecedented ruling, protected Waring’s Creek as a cold-water stream, the only one left in Prince Edward County. How soon do we forget?

Little Waring’s Creek demands nothing. It just flows on and on. Like an infant, it depends on those in the area for protection. If it isn’t carefully preserved now, it won’t be around for future generations.

Helen Williams RR1 Picton

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OYSTER EATERS Rotary president Jim Wait and event chair Robert Quaiff sample some of the fresh oysters brought in for the festivities. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

More than 45 years of oysters ROTARY, from page 1

A $1,000 elimination draw was won by Murray Young, the Las Vegas draw was won

by Wayne MacDonald and the Texas mickey draw was won by Glen Guernsey.

Rotary president Jim Wait said the Oyster Fest is one of three major events each year which helps Rotary continue its community involvement.

“This is the last of our three big ones and we hope to raise somewhere in the area of $10,000 to $12,000.”

Wait said the money won’t be travelling far as it will go right back into the community for various things.

“Whether it’s the hospital or whether it’s for kids, most of the money stays right here in the community,” he said.

The event featured casino standards such as blackjack, horse racing and roulette.

“Currah’s is here and they’ve got a new menu for us so that’s good to feed all the hungry people,” Wait said.

Wait said the event has been running over 45 years and never fails to attract a crowd devoted to helping the Rotary raise funds while having a good time.

“We’re trying to bring

new life into it each and every year,” he said.

Wait said the fundraiser still remains a solid event which always supports Rotary’s initiatives. He said he was expecting about 250 people to attend.

“It continues to support us really well and next year when we run this we would like to have another couple new (casino games),” he said.

Wait thanked all Rotarians for their hard work and support in making Oyster Fest a reality. He also thanked all the businesses and other sponsors which always contribute to the event’s success.

Rotary member Doug Snider agreed the night was a good one for the organization.

“There was a good crowd and it was a nice night,” he said. “Everything seemed to go quite well.”

Snider reiterated the importance of the fundraiser.

“This is one of our big fundraisers,” he said.

Snider said he wasn’t sure what the net funds raised would be after costs, but he said the auction grossed over $3,000, blackjack grossed almost $2,000 and the Texas mickey draw grossed close to $1,000.

Proposed school year would see students in school until Dec. 23

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Meanwhile, closing ceremonies for South Marysburgh Central School are being planned for June as is an opening ceremony at ASMPS in September.

Zantingh said both will include the infamous SMCS hand bell that has been a mainstay at the facility since it’s beginnings as Prince Edward County’s first consolidated school in 1961.

In other school board news... n Students in the region may not have much time to dream about the gifts left under the tree in the days leading up to Christmas but they will have plenty of time to try them out.

The board, in conjunction with the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board, the Limestone District School Board and Conseil des coles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario, have taken the template for the 2011-12 school calendar provided by the Ministry of Education and made a slight modification with regards to the Christmas Break.

All three boards utilize the Tri-Board transportation consortium and are required to have uniform school calendars.

The proposed modification (that still requires Ministry of Education approval) will see students attending school up until Dec. 23, 2011 and then returning to school two weeks later on January 9,2012.

In preparing the potential school calendar, board staff from all four boards conduct surveys with stakeholders to try and gain an consensus before planning next years calendar.

Through thorough consultation, superintendent of education-curriculum services Trish FitzGibbon said the consensus was gained.

“The vast majority of respondents said that they preferred christmas at the front end of the break so they had a prolonged opportunity for vacation time with their family at the end of the break,” FitzGibbon told trustees.

The school year will start on Tuesday, September 6 and run until June 29, 2012 and will contain 194 instructional days.Professional activity days will be Friday, Sept. 23, Monday, Oct. 24, Friday Nov. 25, Friday, Feb. 3, 2012, Friday May 25, 2012 and Friday June 29, 2012.March Break is scheduled to be Monday, March 12, 2012 to Friday, March 16, 2012.

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CUTTING EDGE IN CHERRY VALLEY Wine writer, consultant and educator Billy Munnelly and his creative and life partner Kato Wake have launched an iPhone app of their best-selling wine guide. (Submitted photo)

First county business with iPhone app?

OUR CREATIVE RURAL ECONOMY

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Cherry Valley resident Billy Munnelly is the wit and wisdom behind Canada's bestselling annual wine guide, Billy’s Best Bottles.

He?s been writing about wine for more than 30 years and is soon to receive a VQA Promoters Awards for lifetime achievement. . The 2011 edition of Billy’s Best was released just before Christmas and is already sold out.

Why is it so popular?

Because he makes it easy to choose the wine you want, rather than something an expert says you should want.

His Wine-by-Mood system is probably the most user-friendly wine guidance in the world, with six categories that include fresh white, rich red, Everyday white…you get the picture.

His plain talking, sometimes hilarious descriptions tell you exactly what to expect from each wine. His mission is to make choosing wine as simple and anxiety-free as choosing music.

“There is no best wine,”he says. “Unless you say best for what. Beethoven may well be the best in the world, but not if you’re in the mood for The Beatles.”

Munnelly and his partner Kato Wake moved from Stratford to Toronto in the 1990s, but were drawn to Prince Edward County by the birth of the new wine industry.

“Not just the wine, also the beauty of the place, and the excitement in the air, and the arts and all that,”says Wake, a diminutive fizzbomb of creativity.

She’s a graphic designer, teacher, artist, wine educator and hospitality service trainer, and both of them have spent years working in and around the restaurant business. Munnelly opened and ran the Rosedale Diner in Toronto and Ruffles in Stratford before giving it up to

concentrate on wine, and Wake spent years working and training in high-end restaurants in Canada and the U.S. Her art and design life has always been freelance, from designing promotional materials for the Stratford Festival to teaching new media design. She keeps busy.

When they moved to the county, Wake worried that she might miss the city.

Did she?

“Nope. We still travel a lot for wine tastings and events, and I do contract work for Toronto clients that sometimes needs face-to-face. But I’d always rather be here, and we work just fine from home.”

They have twin offices in their tiny old house in Cherry Valley overlooking a birdfilled marsh, and they stay close to their clients thanks to high-speed Internet, a web site each (katowake.com and billysbestbottles.com), e-mails and phone.

“That’s the beauty of what we do,” she says. “You really can work from anywhere, and we choose to be here.”

Their lives have always been about hospitality, communication and what Munnelly calls café society, just being with people, and they like to get involved in their community. Wake is treasurer of Athol recreation committee and works with local clients on projects ranging from web site design for Sandbanks Winery to redesigning Picton’s Regent Café for a relaunch. But the biggest excitement for the creative couple is the launch this week of an iPhone application for Billy’s Best Bottles. If you know about iPhone apps you’ll know that this is huge.

If, like me, you’re a little fuzzy on iPhones and such, here’s a quick explanation.

People nowadays use their iPhones as pocket computers. You can pull out your phone and press a couple of buttons to find out how to bake a pie, when is the next train to Montreal, how to order a martini in Greek or

the location of the closest gas station. An iPhone application is software you buy to download to your gadget, where it appears as one of those little square icons on the screen. Tap it and enter a portal to more information than you thought possible.

In practice, having Billy’s Best Bottles iPhone app means if you’re standing in the LCBO confused, trying to choose an affordable red wine for your mum or a sparkling wine for a romantic evening, you can whip out your iPhone and get easy, indepth advice with pictures to help you identify the labels.

You could carry the book, but this is so much easier.

Besides, the 2011 edition is sold out.

New iPhone applications have to be approved by the famous Apple company.

They’re sold online through iTunes and the App Store at crazy cheap prices that start at $3. How popular are these app things? In October 2010 the App Store offered more than 300,000 different apps.

Do people actually buy them? Are you kidding? In January, some keen user downloaded the 10 billionth app from the App Store.

It’s mind boggling. It’s the future. And Cherry Valley’s own Munnelly and Wake are part of it, eager to reach out even further to the world.

Is theirs the first countybased business to have an iPhone app? I think so. But what I know for sure is they won’t be the last, as county business people continue to embrace the future, exporting their talents and services and products from our small towns and villages to the great big world. I don’t have an iPhone, but I do have the book. Trust me. It works.

This column appears on behalf of the County’s economic development office.

If you know an interesting business you feel should be profiled in the space, please contact Dan Taylor by phone at 613-476-2148 ext.

346 or by e-mail at dtaylor@pecounty.on.ca

A poetic tribute in time for Pig Month For twelve moons have the heavens followed their blazing courses, and now the time of jubilation is once more upon us!

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Ambrosial nectar within rind

encased To bless the tooth which on such sweetness chews Lies sizzling in the skillet of a morn.

Then nakedly, the tongue thy juice bedews Without the need of spices to adorn Thy streaky flesh that lies like ribbon’d silk Beside the golden orbs of two poached eggs.

Let virg’nal lips taste oatmeal and its ilk While mine of swinish glories lick the dregs.

Of fair mimosas let us now take swig To celebrate the Thirty Days of Pig! Billy Shakespeare aka Sir Franky Bacon (aka Celine Papizewska)

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ST ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH PICTON has an upright piano to give away. 476-1167.

SECOND TIME AROUND SHOP - Final Winter Bag Sale - All Must Go! Small bag $5/Garbage Bag $10. Feb 21-Mar 5.

QUEEN ELIZABETH SCHOOL - looking for volunteers to help students practice reading skills. You choose day & time. We provide training. Sarah 476-7192.

QUINTE YOUTH FOR CHRIST - Service Project 9 day service experience during March break 12-20 to Florida for justice/disaster relief. Travel bus 2 nights N Carolina clean up beach oil, build for HAbitat. $625 til Mar 1 then $675. Andrew 849-7521.

MAR 3 - AL-ANON - meets each Thurs 10:30am St Mary Magdalene Parish Hall for people affected by someones drinking. 866951-3711.

MAR 3 - PICTON LIBRARY - Drop-In Chess & Bridge each Thurs 1pm.

MAR 3 - PROBUS CLUB - meets 1st/3rd Thurs 10am Maranatha Church Belleville.

Speaker Mary Clare Egberts CEO Quinte Health Care. All welcome.

MAR 3 - OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS meets each Thurs 7pm Bloomfield United Church Hall for people affected with a weight problem. 476-2427.

MAR 3 - ST PHILIPS ANGLICAN CHURCH MILFORD - Pot Luck 5:30pm then free film Terry Fator Ventriloquism Concert in Las Vegas. All welcome.

MAR 4 - ST ANDREWS ANGLICAN CHURCH WELLINGTON - World Day of Prayer Service 1pm. All welcome. 399-3082.

MAR 4 - ALATEEN - meets each Fri 7:30pm St Mary Magdalene Parish Hall for 12-19 yr olds affected by someones drinking. 866-9513711.

MAR 4 - CARRYING PLACE UNITED CHURCH - World Day of Prayer Interdenominational Service 7:30pm. Free will offering. Refreshments to follow.

MAR 5 - KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Country Music Jamboree/Supper. Dinner 6:15/Open Mic 7:30pm St Gregory School gym Picton. $6 at door show only/ $12 super & show. Performers free if registered. All proceeds to local charities. 476-3902/476-5266.

MAR 5 - PICTON LIBRARY - Computer Workshop Advanced. Registration required Eric 476-5962. Drop-in Lego Club each Sat 1pm.

MAR 5 - FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Trevor Baker country gospel artist In Concert 7pm at Church 46 King ST Picton. Freewill Offering.

MAR 5 - CONSECON/CARRYING PLACE AOTS - Pancake Supper 5-7pm Consecon United Church. Adults $5/6-12 yrs $2.50//under 6 free!

MAR 5 - SECOND TIME AROUND SHOP (Hospital Auxiliary) Super Sale all clothing & Footwear - take your pick for a donation!

MAR 5 - WELLINGTON LIBRARY Advanced Conversational French 2pm.

MAR 6 - PICTON UNITED CHURCH - M & S service 10:30am, Rev. Victoria Fillier guest speaker, free will offering, brunch to follow.

MAR 6 - PEC JAZZ FESTIVAL Dinner/Jazz 7:30pm Waring House tribute to Stan Getz with Robi Botos, Bob Brough. 4767492.

MAR 7 - PICTON RECREATION - Annual General Meeting 7pm Shire Hall. All welcome to come & offer support.

MAR 7 - AL-ANON - meets each Mon 7:30pm Gilead Fellowship Church 2 Downes Ave Picton for people affected by someones drinking. 866951-3711.

MAR 8 - HASTINGS/PE HEALTH UNIT & COMMUNITY LIVING PE - Smoking Cessation - free workshop on risks associated with smoking, valuable quit smoking tips/resources.

10am Picton Health Unit 74A King St Refreshments. 476-6038.

MAR 8 - PICTON LIBRARY - Lunchtime Yoga 11:45am. Valery 393-1340. French Beginners Conversational 3:30pm.

MAR 8 - INT'L WOMENS DAY Noon-2pm Picton Town Hall bring your own brown bag lunch. A Feminine Face of Spirituality celebrating with music & words. Free admission. Donations welcome - womens personal hygiene products and/or household items for women served by Alternatives for Women. For other donations - 399-3883.

MAR 8 - AL-ANON - meets each Tues 8pm St Mary Magdalene Parish Hall for people affected by someones drinking. 866-951-3711.

MAR 8 - MILFORD LIBRARY - French Intermediate Conversational 2pm. Discussion Group 4pm. 476-4130.

MAR 8 - ST ANDREWS ANGLICAN CHURCH WELLINGTON - Pancake Supper 4:30-6:30pm Parish Hall. Adults $8/12 & under $4. 399-3082 MAR 9 - KINSMEN CHARITY AUCTION - 7-11pm at P.E. Community Hall, $10 per person, all welcome, appetizers & open bar, 3931457.

MAR 9 - PEC QUILTERS GUILD - meeting 7pm (doors open 6:30) Pinecrest School Bloomfield Using a Quilters Colour Wheel. All welcome 476-4865.

MAR 9 - SOPHIASBURGH SENIORS LUNCH & MEETING - Noon at Friendship Church Hall, Demorestville, Peggy by Mon. 7th 476-3755 MAR 10 - OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP meeting 7pm Loyalist College Pioneer building Room P24. All welcome.

MAR 10 - AL-ANON - meets each Thurs 10:30am St Mary Magdalene Parish Hall for people affected by someones drinking. 866-9513711.

MAR 10 - PICTON LIBRARY - Drop-in Chess & Bridge each Thurs 1pm.

MAR 11 - ALATEEN - meets each Fri 7:30pm St Mary Magdalene Parish Hall for 12-19 yrs affected by someones drinking. 866-951-3711.

MAR 12 - CONSECON LEGION - In-house Dart Tournament register Noon starts 1pm. $7.50/person.

MAR 13 - CONSECON LEGION - Pork Loin Supper 5-7pm. Adult $10/under 10 yrs $5/under 5 yrs free!

MAR 14 - HILLIER RECREATION - sponsoring FREE Public Skate 6-8pm New Wellington Arena.

MAR 16 - CHERRY VALLEY WOMENS INSTITUTE - Ham Supper with all the trimmings 6pm Athol (Cherry Valley) Hall. Adult $10/under 12 $5. Guaranteed seating Josie 4764120.

MAR 18 - PE JUNIOR FARMERS - meeting 7:30pm at Greg Elliott's. Contact Justin Williams or media.pecjf@gmail.com.

MAR 19 - 7TH TOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY - meets 1:30pm Ameliasburgh Community Centre 13 Coleman St. Speaker Jim Kennelly on The Irish Potato Famine & It's Impact On Immigration to Canada. All welcome. Refreshments.

MAR 19 - CONSECON LEGION - Open Stage 1pm bring your own instruments. Snacks available.

MAR 20 - CONSECON LEGION - Bid Euchre pairs $5/person 1pm. Snacks available.

MAR 22 - PECI SCHOOL COUNCIL meeting 6:30pm Library. Parents welcome!

MAR 22 - EUCHRE PARTY - Milford Town Hall 1-3:30pm, prizes, refreshments $10/person TABORFIX fundraiser.

MAR 23 - PICTON UNITED CHURCH Soup & sandwich luncheon $6.50 11:30-1pm take out available.

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T h e P i ct o n G a ze t te THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011

Amended nuisance and noise bylaw put forward to council CHADIBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

It seems the County may have at last settled on a suitable nuisance and noise bylaw.

After another round of discussion at committee of the whole last week councillors passed the recommendation which will see the original nuisance and noise bylaw amended to add definitive noise levels and times, penalty provisions and will also delete the phrase “likely to disturb.”

The bylaw — if passed

by council — will set time periods of between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. in residential zones and between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m. in all other zones, after which any noise that is in excess of 60 decibels at the point of reception will be considered an offence.

There are also many exemptions that will be added including noise made by a council approved event, operation of municipal service vehicles and related equipment as well as activities pertaining to an

agricultural operation.

An agricultural operation would include: Farming and road travel, soil tillage, planting, applications of fertilizers, soil conditioners and pesticides and bird scare devices used in season during usual times for effectiveness.

Although the motion passed, there were several attempts to further amend the bylaw, but these were not accepted by the committee.

Hillier councillor Alec Lunn wanted to remove the decibel levels in order to

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keep the bylaw flexible for the people enforcing it.

Wellington councillor Jim Dunlop wanted to move from a 2 a.m. limit to what he said was a more manageable 1 a.m. limit. Finally, Ameliasburgh councillor Nick Nowitski wanted fines for multiple offences to double after each consecutive offence in the same time period.

“Bylaws always tend to be revisited and if it’s not good enough we can add that back, but from what I’ve been hearing I would like to move to that extent,” Lunn said.

Ameliasburgh councillor Dianne O’Brien also supported taking out the decibel levels.

“Sometimes we regulate too much,” she said.

North Marysburgh councillor Robert Quaiff disagreed. He said if the bylaw didn’t have decibel readings it could allow some offenders to avoid punishment.

“We have to be very definitive here or you’re going to get into an area that you may want to get into,” he said.

Picton councillor Brian

Marisett equated removing the decibel readings in the bylaw to putting up speed limit signs which only say “no excessive speeds.”

Dunlop put forward an amendment to change the enforceable time period from after 2 a.m. to after 1 a.m. saying the 1 a.m. time would be reasonable for everyone.

“If they play music until two o’clock and people are sleeping, I think we’ve stretched it too far the other way and one o’clock would be more appropriate,” he said.

Lunn said restricting businesses such as bars that operate until 2 a.m. is not the way to go.

“Ontario law gives them the right to do as they do and I think we should go along with that,” he said.

Nowitski’s amendment was also met with some hesitation from councillors as they wanted to be cautious about making the bylaw too stringent.

However, the committee did ask staff to come back to councillors with a report which will outline the feasibility of doubling fines for repeat offenders.

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Later that evening, a documentary will be shown featuring the history of the Miss Supertest boats and their role in the Harmsworth races and the water speed records it set.

A VIP dinner at the Prince Edward Yacht Club will conclude the event Photo displays, memorabilia, and book signings from Rooster Tails: The Miss Supertest saga author John Kelly are also planned, while other events are to be confirmed. For updated listings, see the web site www.misssupertest.ca.

Lyons said the 13-person local organizing committee has been hard at work on various tasks to make the ceremonies as visitor friendly as possible. He said he’s hopeful the weekend will be well attended when the time comes.

“It crosses a lot of different boundaries,” he said.

You have boat racing fans, stamp collectors, and historians to name a few. We’re trying to make this appeal to as wide a number as possible. We’re celebrating an international sporting event here.”

Denyes-Wenn said she hopes the event will be the model for future large-scale co-operative. historical celebrations in the county. Several community groups have been contacted to participate including the fair board, the Picton Pirates, who will run a barbecue, and Currah’s, who is likely to host a beer garden.

“We hope to get as many community groups involved as possible,” she said.

Those who have memorabilia from the county’s power-boat racing past or even actual boats they’d be willing to put on display are asked to call Denyes-Wenn at 613-476-8112. of Plum Hollow Inc.

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New bylaw to limit smoking near parks, recreation facilities Health Unit encourages council to restrict use of all tobacco products in areas where youth are present CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

The County is one step closer to having more stringent tobacco and smoke use regulations around its public recreation facilities and playgrounds.

Last week committee of the whole accepted a bylaw which will prohibit smoking and any tobacco use within 25 metres of municipal play-

grounds, park facilities and playing fields and within nine metres of municipal recreation facilities such as the Prince Edward Community Centre.

Jordan Prosper and Rebecca Mathers of the Hastings and Prince Edward Counties Health Unit encouraged councillors to accept the new bylaw.

“We’re trying to change social norms here with our

youth especially,” said Prosper. He also encouraged the committee to amend the motion to include all tobacco use in order to help stamp out the assumption among young people that chewing tobacco is a safer alternative.

Prosper said the bylaw may also cut back on some cigarette butt litter.

“The Belleville parks and recreation manager has already contacted us last

summer and he said already that the litter from cigarette butts and the amount of litter around the parks and playing fields from cigarettes is decreasing,” he said.

Mathers said the Health Unit would assist the County in the implementation of the bylaw if it is accepted by council.

“We can help with enforcement, we have smoke-free Ontario officers

Gazette a finalist for OCNA’s general excellence award

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The Gazette is one of three finalists in the general excellence category of the Ontario Community Newspapers Association’s Better Newspapers competition in its circulation category of papers distributing between 6,500 and 12,499 copies regularly.

Joining the Gazette as finalists are the Niagara This Week - the Leader, which topped the class last year, and the Stouffville Sun-Tribune. The top paper will be announced

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that can be designated to enforce the bylaw,” she said.

She said the Health Unit could also assist in the promotion and advertising of the new bylaw adding the health unit has already done so with Belleville and Quinte West.

“We can also provide some signage and we have these signs in house to help and we will provide to the county as many as it would

need,” she said.

Mathers said the Health Unit would work with the county as much as possible to ease the transition to more stringent regulations.

“It did go very well in Belleville and Quinte West.”

The bylaw would work on the honour system and would be primarily complaint driven.

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Time for user-pay policy

May 13.

Editor Adam Bramburger said it’s an honour for the Gazette team to be recognized by industry peers, especially give it is the paper’s first time entering in recent memory.

“It’s a nice feeling and accomplishment, especially for a paper that isn’t a part of a large chain,” he said.

“We’re thankful to be in a vibrant community serving dedicated readers and advertisers. They have helped us make this honour happen.

the operation of the new arena and community center to the tune of 1.6% of our taxes. I am sure that all local tax payers are thrilled to know that of every $1,000 they pay $16 goes to this money pit!

Time to implement a full user pay policy for such facilities, with a subsidy for those on low incomes, who cannot afford to pay the full freight.

Why when Wellington and District has a new larger Community Centre, which costs over $280,000 to operate is it necessary to maintain the old Town Hall?

Surely the discussion on this facility should not be “can it be closed for six months” but rather can it be declared surplus to requirements and sold with the revenue added to the County’s reserves?

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There was a minor shuffling of the deck in Prince Edward County Public Schools when the board approved their 2011-2012 administrative assignments Monday evening.

C.M.L. Snider, Kente Public School, MassassagaRednersville and Sophiasburgh Central School will

At PECI, current viceprincipal Eric Fetterly received an assignment to Centennial in Belleville and will be replaced by Paul Pickard, currently a viceprincipal at Bayside Secondary School.

as Seres will be off to Deseronto Public School and Lauderville will take on the role of principal of Picton’s public elementary school.

It was also announced that vice-principal David Fry will continue in that position on a permanent basis at Queen Elizabeth and Pinecrest next year.

maintain status quo in terms of principals next year.

At the new Athol-South Marysburgh Public School, Marg Thompson will remain as principal There will be no vice-principal at A-SMPS in 2011-12.

At Queen Elizabeth in Picton, Heather Seres and Bill Lauderville will flip-flop

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Stunning Picton Bay waterfront property completely renovated and professionally landscaped in 2008. 2 fireplaces with custom architectural details and finishes, tons of windows with outstanding waterviews throughout. Beautiful useable waterfront, hot-tub, gazebo, sprinkler system and tiered decks. A truely exquisite property only 5 minutes from Picton. Call Debbie for details. MLS 2104916 Call DEBBIE McKINNEY, Sales Rep Office: 613-476-5900 Cell:613-885-1485 QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE debbie@remaxquinte.com

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SUNDAY MARCH 6, 2-4 PM 779 ELMBROOK ROAD $339,000 This large newer country home would make an ideal community or retirement home. Renovation could transform this home into 7 bedrooms, 3 washrooms and 2 large sitting areas. Large kitchen with seating area.

Private setting on 25 acres. Abundant wildlife in back yard with amazing sunsets from the back decks. MLS 2103045 Call ELIZABETH CROMBIE, Sales Rep 613-476-2700 or toll free 1-877-476-0096 www.pictonhomes.com

OPEN HOUSE

RAISED COUNTRY BUNGALOW Spacious 3+1 bedroom raised bungalow is ready to move into.

Open concept living area. Rec room in basement has woodstove.

10 minutes to Picton. Call for details. 189,900 MLS 2110778

QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE

KEVIN GALE, Sales Rep cell 613-476-1874 H. 613-242-7295 C. kevingale@remax.net

SATURDAY, MARCH 5TH 1PM-2:30PM ~ VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON 51 Wharf St. Close to amenities. Charming older home completely renovated & decorated w taste. 3 bdrm 1 1/2 storey alum/sided home, lg lot, shade trees at back. Open concept, new kitchen, lg bright liv rm, din rm, new den area w patio doors to new private deck. New windows, hardwd flrs & 4 pc & 2 pc bath, upgraded wiring, new gyproc walls & insulation.

We can keep going...call to view. Asking $239,900 MLS 2110721

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uinte Isle® Real Estate Inc. Brokerage

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Rosemary Lane Condos ~ Picton Only a Few Left! Immediate Occupancy! MLS 2107184 HERB PLIWISCHKIES, Sales Rep QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE cell 613-921-7441 613-476-5900 613-476-5399

SOLD 21 PHOTOS GREAT LOCATION – GREAT HOME! Amazingly spacious & bright, this newly-rejuvenated home offers over 1,400 sq. ft. of tastefully-finished one-level (& wheel-chair accessible) living space. Situated on a large, treed lot with 24 x 32 ft. garage/workshop & loft. Easy walking distance to Picton Harbour & Downtown. $269,900 MLS 2110602 CHRISTINE & COLIN HENDEN, Broker & Sales Rep Tel: 613-922-2251 www.christinehenden.com QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE colinhenden@remax.net

EAST LAKE WATERFRONT ESTATE www.417countyroad11.com 80 Ac farm, 1200’+ useable East Lake w/f. C 1850's brick home, back from the road. Lovingly cared for over the years. Features updated amenities. Original baker's oven & fieldstone f/p. Only 7 min to Picton, 3 min to Sandbanks Prov Park. $1,600,000 MLS 2102900 Call BEV SKIDMORE, Broker 613-476-2100 email: skidmore2100@yahoo.ca LANTHORN REAL ESTATE LTD., BROKERAGE* www.bevskidmore.com *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

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PROFITABLE INCOME PROPERTY Fully functioning rooming house, zoned for 10 rooms + apartments. Excellent return, century home, prime location - bordering 2 sides on parkland. Elegant, spacious living space, separate rented apartment, parking for 10 cars. Separate living quarters for owners or could be rented for income. Zoning allows for seniors apartments etc....handy to ALL amenities, shopping, restaurants, groceries, theatre! Building has been extremely well maintained. Would make a lovely and prosperous Inn or B&B as well! See listing agent for income & expenses. $625,000 MLS 2100835 LANTHORN REAL ESTATE LTD., BROKERAGE* *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

VERONICA LOCKYER, Sales Rep 613-827-4730 BILL GOODMAN, Sales Rep 613-813-4573

NEW LISTING

GREAT LOCATION Downtown Picton for an office, atrist`s studio, or gift shop. Steps to town parking lot. Washroom accessible. $84,900 MLS 2111097 Call GAIL FORCHT, Broker Office: 613-471-1708 Cell: 613-961-9587 www.homeinthecounty.com

SOLD Trillium Grande Condos Only 3 Units left in the Project. Book your viewing Today!

Call Joanne Morrison or Debbie Mckinney @ 613-969-9907 MLS 2103055 HERB PLIWISCHKIES, Sales Rep cell 613-921-7441 QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE 613-476-5399 613-476-5900

WWW.2572COUNTYROAD1.COM 3 Bdrms, 1 bath (recently updated). Beautiful inset brick f/p, wired for central air.

Large laundry / utility / mud room. Single detached garage. New pump / pressure tank (2010), new roof (2003). Central County location, Pincrest School District. $164,500 MLS 2106492 Call TEAL BAVERSTOCK, Sales Rep 613-476-2100 or teal.baverstock@century21.ca LANTHORN REAL ESTATE LTD., BROKERAGE* www.tealbaverstock.com *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

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NESTLED AMONGST THE TREES Hidden slightly from the road this superior home offers peace and privacy yet close to Picton, Bloomfield and min. to Belleville. 10' ceilings 2 sets of stairs, 2 propane fireplaces, 4 bedrms, 4 baths, MB with walk in closet & ensuite.

All oak kitchen cabinets w ceramic floor, excellent work area, centre island plus 3 sets of french doors to 3 sided wrap around deck/porch w/pot lights. Insulated, heated double car garage w door openers & man door. Great family home. $419,000 MLS 2106555 Call CAROL BROUGH, Sales Rep 613-476-2100 or LANTHORN REAL ESTATE LTD., BROKERAGE* carolbroughc21@hotmail.com *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

When it's time to make your move, give me a call for professional, friendly service. And now is the time!

The Spring Real Estate market is already here!

People are buying now! Call today to discuss a marketing plan for your current home.

MARY JANE MILLS Broker

RE/MAX QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE 1 Lake Street Picton, ON K0K 2T0 www.maryjanemills.com

WELLINGTON ~ BE YOUR OWN BOSS Main St location. Established over 40 yrs ago. Same owner for last 21 plus yrs.

Looking to retire. Seats 60, licensed, staffs 8-10 people. Living quarters above presently rented out. Call for more details. MLS 2110695 GEORGE REID, ® Broker Real Estate Inc. 613-399-2134 Brokerage quinteisle.com

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SOLD Mitchell Crossroad 49 Acres Coming soon 3 sixteen acre lots. Reserve yours today!

Call Herb Pliwischkies 613-969-9907 or 613-476-5900 MLS 2110353

QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE

Call MARY JANE MILLS, Broker 613-476-5900 mills2@sympatico.ca www.maryjanemills.com

MCNULLY/OTTERWAY HOUSE $249,000 Standing on a well treed lot the McNully/Otterway House is certainly one of the most picturesque homes in the township. Built in 1865 it has an undeniable charm of a simple well executed center hall design.

There have been significant improvements and upgrades to this lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath home County treasure. MLS 2110918 Call ELIZABETH CROMBIE, Sales Rep 613-476-2700 or toll free 1-877-476-0096 www.pictonhomes.com

QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE 613-476-5900

HERB PLIWISCHKIES, Sales Rep cell 613-921-7441 613-476-5399

CENTURY BRICK HOME Century brick home with a peaceful setting on a "road rarely travelled." Lovingly restored with modern upgrades and conveniences, while attention to original character and charm intact. Bright and spacious kitchen, original curved staircase and original pine floors. A great opportunity for a retreat with over 1/2 an acre, privately amidst farmed hay fields and mature hardwoods in view. Only minutes to Picton and 20 minutes to Belleville. Set on a knoll, sunrises and sunsets are captured throughout the property. Central to the Sandbanks beaches, vineyards, restaurants, shopping and the Millennium Trail. $295,000 MLS 2111092

Call GAIL FORCHT, Broker Office: 613-471-1708 Cell: 613-961-9587 www.homeinthecounty.com

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SHARON ARMITAGE Broker of Record

COUNTY ROAD 7

THE PERFECT STARTER

$685,000 Custom waterfront home features a wonderful great room with soaring vaulted ceilings and a fireplace, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and so much more. The master bedroom has a 3 piece ensuite & charming spiral staircase leading to the top of the tower. The curving central 5 pc bath makes a charming "centre-piece'. Fabulous location. Stunning sunsets.

EXCLUSIVE LISTING

$159,900 This open concept design with fireplace in the dining room brings this 2 bedroom home to life. Every room is neutral and natural with saturated hues making this unique home one of a kind! There's nothing new that beats the look, price and style factor of authentic old.

The outside space is a wonderful addition pulling it altogether to create the designer touch. MLS 2104320

LONSDALE LIMESTONE

EVERSLEIGH HOUSE

LONSDALE LIMESTONE $450,000 Lonsdale "Where the Salmon River Flows" is a hidden treasure of limestone buildings located 5 minutes north of the 401. This 5 bedroom home has been totally upgraded to modern bathrooms & gourmet kitchen. The windows set deep in the stone walls overlook the Salmon River which divides this unique property.

1840's Cut Limestone - a true gem. MLS 2107575

$649,000 Approach by a long tree-lined driveway "Eversleigh House" sits amongst the park-like setting .

This classic country home completely renovated with "newer" addition is open concept family room, kitchen & eating area.

Included on the approx 14 acres is century barn, heated workshop, wooden storage shed and wood shed. A beautiful family home in an ideal location reflecting both traditional & contemporary influences. A rare opportunity for the discriminating buyer. MLS 2106800

399-2134

Real Estate Inc. (613) Brokerage

287 Main St. Wellington, Ontario, K0K 3L0 • Fax 399-2140 sharon@quinteisle.com www.quinteisle.com

GEORGE REID Broker

N OPESE HOU

SATURDAY, MARCH 5TH 1PM-2:30PM VILLAGE OF WELLINGTON 51 Wharf St. Close to amenities. Charming older home completely renovated & decorated w taste. 3 bdrm 1 1/2 storey alum/sided home, lg lot, shade trees at back. Open concept, new kitchen, lg bright liv rm, din rm, new den area w patio doors to new private deck. New windows, hardwd flrs & 4 pc & 2 pc bath, upgraded wiring, new gyproc walls & insulation.

We can keep going...call to view. Asking $239,900 MLS 2110721

BIG ISLAND SOPHIASBURG WARD On 8.9 acres of land, 3+ bedrm v/sided highranch, view of bay from windows. Lg eat-in country kitchen, lots of cupboards, patio door to side deck, lg bright liv rm, cathedral ceiling, full fin basement, fam rm, f/p, att 2 car garage, det 2 car garage, workshop. Full deck at back, above ground pool, hot tub. Call for more details. Asking $389,900 MLS 2110166

WELLINGTON ~ BE YOUR OWN BOSS Main St location. Established over 40 yrs ago. Same owner for last 21 plus yrs. Looking to retire. Seats 60, licensed, staffs 8-10 people. Living quarters above presently rented out.

Call for more details. MLS 2110695

HILLIER HOBBY FARM Features 25 acres of land, suitable for hobby farm or vineyard. Close to wineries.

Lg 4 bdrm vinyl sided home & outbuilding.

Close to North Beach & Trenton.

Call to view. MLS 2100546

COUNTY RD 13 LONG POINT 2+ acres of land with amazing view of Prince Edward Bay, area of nice homes.

Over 300’ waterfront. Call for more details. MLS 2102374

Elizabeth Crombie Sales Representative 104 Main Street, Picton

613.476.2700 1.877.476.0096

or toll free

Hrs: Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5; Sat. 9-5

www.pictonhomes.com To contact me, email: elizabeth.crombie@sympatico.ca

NORTH BAY WATERFRONT County Rd 27, 660’ waterfront on North Bay, WEST LAKE WATERFRONT NORTH OF WELLINGTON 68 ac working land. Lg stucco/stone 4 Wellington, municipal services, safe On Hubbs Creek Rd. 3 bedrm vinyl sided bedrm home, extensive renovations, lg harbour, 4 bdrm brick bung, enchanting front bung on lg 2 ac lot, stream & some bush. principal rooms, new windows, newer porch. Lg bright country kitchen, lots of Open concept liv rm/din rm/kitchen. Bright furnace, det 2 car garage, 16 stall horse cupboards, din rm, lg liv rm w f/p. 3 baths, barn, riding arena. Clay loam soil, suitable 4 season sunrm, full unfinished basement. 4 finished rec rm, sauna. W/O to back yard, pc, 3 pc & 2 pc baths. Priced right for grapes. Everything you are looking for. above ground pool, dock for your boat.

Call for more details. MLS 2096908 Asking $850,000. MLS 2110598 $195,900 MLS 2110895

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

PLAN NO: SEA162

A WEALTH OF AMENITIES

476-7893

6 Talbot Street, Picton

www.thewoodcrafters.on.ca

HELMER’S BUILDING

NEW HOMES CUSTOM HOMES Renovations, Additions Soffit, Fascia, Siding ERIC HELMER 613-476-4945

Want to do business in Napanee/Deseronto markets?

Call your Picton Gazette sales rep. at 476-3201 today to book your advertisement.

This compact three-bedroom design offers a wealth of amenities--and you can make one of the bedrooms into a den or home office, if you choose. A skylit foyer spills into a vaulted living room with a bay-window seat and corner fireplace. The master bedroom offers still another bay window with a window seat and boasts a walk-in closet and private bath. The family bedrooms share a full bath.

Total Finished Area: 1,538 square feet To receive a 288 page book featuring over 350 beautifully illustrated home and cottage plans, including this design, for only $9.95 (including shipping, handling and taxes) mention The Picton Gazette via email at Sales@selecthomedesigns.com, or call toll-free 1-800-663-6739 or fax 604-881-2114.

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Colin Henden Sales Rep. Tel: 613.922.2251 colinhenden@remax.net

Christine Henden Broker

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Adolphus Reach shore. $775,000 MLS 2110302

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Colleen Green Sales Rep.

Mary Jane Mills

Tel: 613.476.5900 Cell: 613.476.6553 colleen.green@sympatico.ca

Broker Tel: 613.476.5900 Cell: 613.921.0028 mills2@sympatico.ca

SPRING STREET BUNGALOW Well maintained back split in excellent condition. Brick & vinyl exterior, with a carport and wonderful perennial gardens. Beautifully maintained interior with a large open living/dining room, french doors, galley kitchen & lower level family room with gas fireplace. 3 bedrooms on 2nd level along with bathroom. Laundry with 3 piece bath on lower level.

In a pretty area of Picton within walking distance of Main Street.

A delight to show! $244,900 MLS 2110761

WHITES ROAD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SIDNEY WARD This 3 plus bdrm home is centrally located between Trenton and Belleville, close to the Base and in an area of fine homes. All on a nice deep lot. Bigger than it looks this 3 bedroom up home has two baths, and two additional rooms that could be bedrooms or office space. Plus a spacious den for extra living space, or could be easily converted back to a garage. Hardwood floors in the front room and bedrooms and new ceramic tile in front entrance and kitchen. New roof, eavestrough, soffit and 200 amp panel in 2006. Loads of potential. Immediate posession available. $159,900 MLS 2107174

Tony Scott

Ron Norton

Sales Rep.

Sales Rep.

Tel: 613.476.5900 Direct: 613.503.0046 tony@remaxpec.ca

ronnorton@bellnet.ca

Veronica Norton Sales Rep. Tel: 613.399.5900 veronicanorton@bellnet.ca

IDEAL FOR B&B! This 4 bedroom, 4 bath home also has a 2 bedroom self contained apartment at rear.

Beautiful wood work and hardwood & softwood floors throughout, beamed ceilings on main level. Kitchen/living rm/dining rm open concept w/ fireplace. New windows & doors, deck and landings. Main floor newly drywalled, 3 new bathrooms. This home has had a ton of work & shows extremely well. Beautifully landscaped & situated on 2.3 acres. $399,900 MLS 2107193

LOCATION, LOCATION! Walking distance to all amenties plus the advantage of a quiet neighbourhood. This home has been completely re-done. New siding, insulation, windows, doors, drywall, flooring, etc.

You can purchase `as is` and finish this `new` home the way you like or we will finish it for you and all you have to do is move in and enjoy. All measurements are approx. $229,000 MLS 2111001

Nick Hawryluk Sales Rep.

Herb Pliwischkies Sales Rep. Tel: 613.476.5399 Cell: 631.921.7441

LAKE ON THE MOUNTAIN SPECTACULAR VIEWS Many recent updates in this well located bungalow. New designer kitchen, 2 brand new baths, hardwood & ceramic throughout, new roof & siding, newer Windows, inground Hallmark pool, mature trees on a 2 acre lot, attached garage, water views from the rec room. Stay tuned for our First Open House Mid March.

Call Joanne Morrison for your exclusive viewing 613-969-9907 MLS 2110256

Tel: 613.476.4920 Cell: 613..922.6205 nickh@remax.net

Donna Hawryluk Sales Rep. Tel: 613.476.4920 Cell: 613.922.6205 donnah@remax.net

HOBBY FARM 49 acres close to Picton, Belleville and Trenton.

This horse farm has fenced paddocks with shelters, a 10 stall barn with tack room, insulated/heated workshop and a wonderful old farmhouse that has been redone â&#x20AC;&#x201C; windows, wiring, plumbing, water system, furnace, kitchen, drywall, roof... nothing to do but enjoy the 3 season sunroom, pool and hot tub.

Good value at $350,000 MLS 2106689

WWW.COUNTYREMAX.COM

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Colleen Green, Sales Rep.

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Moving beyond Expectations...........are you looking for a place...

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TO SWIM, BOAT AND ENJOY THE SUNSETS? Big Island 3 bedroom home/cottage. In wonderful condition! $325,000 MLS 2111163

WITH HISTORIC CHARM? Then this beautiful century home in the heart of Picton in move-in condition could be the place for you. Original features with all the upgrades you expect. $350,000 MLS 2110186

CLOSE TO PICTON? Then this century home on 6 acres of land on the outskirts of Town could be the perfect spot. Lots of original features, 2 car garage, large rooms. $179,000 MLS 2110173

IN PICTON? Then this lovely back split with great gardens, 3 bedrooms and immaculate condition is for you. $244,500 MLS 2110761

OPENE HOUS

NEW

Sunday, March 6th - 1:00-3:00 579 Bridge Street E. Belleville WITH A BIT MORE SPACE? Then this ranch style bungalow with finished rec room and 1 acre lot is just the place.

County living, close to Belleville. $289,000 MLS 2111158

TO BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME? Then this lovely 3 acre lot with escarpment view over Picton is ideal. $70,000 MLS 2110398

IN BELLEVILLE? Then this unique, home is the place for you. Three bedrooms, lots of character, hardwood floors. Beautiful east end home! $295,5000 MLS 2110867

WITH A PAST? Then check out this unique home. Circa 1897, former country church has recently undergone miraculous changes! Close to Wellers Bay $275,000 MLS 2110654

Cell 613-503-0046 â&#x20AC;˘ Office 613.476.5900

Quinte Ltd., Brokerage

1 Lake St., Picton ON

$129,000 MLS 2106543 $219,000

$399,900 MLS 2107193 $227,000 MLS#2107689

$499,000 MLS 2106992

$144,900 MLS#2110082

$199,000 MLS#2110046

MORE GREAT LISTINGS TO COME IN 2011!

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Guildcrest Homes has been a leader in the Modular Home industry creating energy efficient homes for over 20 years. We have over 40 models to choose from or bring us your own plans and we’ll go from there!

For an appointment, contact Heidi Kriens at 613-813-0950.

www.guildcrest.com

INTERESTED

IN ADVERTISING IN OUR REAL ESTATE SECTION?

COUNTRYRAISED BUNGALOW

MICHELLE BOWES Production Manager

MLS - 2105304 - 80.5 Acres - $98,000.

MLS - 2105299 - 128.7 Acres - $120,000.

MLS - 2110127 - 97.0 Acres - $95,000. $439,900.

MLS - 2107281 - 26.9 Acres - $179,000.

HWY 37 AT THOMASBURG Approx 2400 sq.ft. s.split, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, COMMERCIAL VACANT LOTS huge LR & foyer, combo kit & DR, lg fam room adjoins kit & RR in bsmt. Over 3000 MLS - 2075060 - 6.2 Acres - $330,000. sq.ft. show room, 2 garages, extra 1 acre lot, severance possible. MLS 2107533 MLS - 2104824 - 2.9 Acres - $195,000.

MOTIVATED SELLERS

Orman Tripp

The Picton Gazette/The Napanee Beaver

Wait

Sales Rep.

j i m . w a i t @ r e m ax . n e t

Sales Representative

613-966-5011 1-888-966-5011

613-354-6641 ext 113 chimelle123@gmail.com

Jim

VACANT LAND SEVERANCE POSSIBILITIES MLS - 2076329 - 47 Acres - $64,900.

$199,900.

1 1/2 acre partially treed lot, 2 bdrm, combo laundry & 4 pc bath. Open concept L/R, F/R with spacious eat-in-kit, full unfin basement with walkout. B&B siding, school bus ser., flooring to be purchased & installed by buyer. MLS 2107281 VACANT - SELLER ANXIOUS TO SELL

Call or email me for rates today!

2.9 ACRE PARCEL

Direct Realty Ltd. Brokerage

Email: ormant@directrealty.com Website: www.directrealty.com

Eldridge

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VA CA N T L A N D

Broker

M L S 2 11 0 8 8 7 $ 4 1 9, 0 0 0

• 10 Acre Recreation Lot on Lighthall Rd. MLS 2110742 $27,900 • 3+ Acre Corner Lot with Well MLS 2110740 $34,900 • In Town Building Lot MLS 2107626 $74,900 • Deeded Waterfront Lot on Salmon Point MLS 2104995 $129,900 • Commercial Picton Building Lot MLS 2110031 $835,000

A F F O R DAB L E R E NO VAT E D CO U NT R Y HO M E

WAT E R F R O N T H O M E N E AR P I CT O N This lovely, tranquil property has elevated views of 77ft of owned shoreline. The lofty living room with glass doors to an unusually wide deck makes for excellent entertaining. Dining and kitchen areas are open concept. Beautiful hardwood floors and a sweeping staircase lead to a balcony and master bedroom with 4 pc bath. The walkout level features a family room with gas stove, built-in shelves, and patio doors. There`s a hobby room, work room, loads of storage and paved drive too!

M L S 2 1 1 10 1 3 $1 80 0 /mo

M L S 2 11 0 4 1 5 O F F IC E S PA CE F O R LE AS E $ 1 99 , 0 0 0 Dare to compare and you'll find this home comes out on top! Four spacious bedrooms, full baths on both levels, bright rooms and pleasant paint colours. The full front porch would be a great place to enjoy morning coffee. Walkout from the dining room to a deck makes it easy to BBQ! Two outbuildings on 2.5 acres allow you to seize the opportunity for a home-based business. If you`re looking for a wonderful home in the country, this is definitely one you must see! Accessible to both Picton, Belleville and Hwy. 401.

Q u i n t e L t d . Br o k e ra g e

Offering 1400 sq.ft of usable space on the top floor of the Loyalist Business Centre.

Featuring 5 separate offices, a reception area or 6th office, 2-2pc washrooms, kitchenette with microwave and fridge, multi-line phone system, use of copier/fax and access to professional boardroom. The building is air conditioned and central vacuum is available.

There is ample parking and excellent highway exposure/signage. Price includes utilities and maintenance, HST is extra. Immediate occupancy.

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43 Main Street

Toll Free: 1.877.471.1708

princeedwardcounty@chestnutpark.com

Picton ON K0K 2T0

www.chestnutpark.com

Office: 613.471.1708

Toronto • Collingwood • Muskoka • Prince Edward County THREE BUILDINGS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! Perfect retreat, rental property or artist`s home.

Charming and immaculate 1 bedroom home, 17`6` x 14`6` studio building and oversized double garage, all on a large lot on Green Point, views of Long Reach.

Use it just as is or build new! $175,000 MLS 2105584 Sam Simone* & Laurie Gruer*

Wonderful 3-bedroom century home, 3 doors from public lake access. Main floor 4-season sunrm, laundry, master bedrm, screened-in porch, bright updated kitchen & family sized dining rm open to spacious liv rm. Original softwood floors thru-out (under broadloom on the second level). High ceilings on both levels, updated wiring, plumbing & windows. Steps to shops & restaurants, short walk to Wellington’s public beach & park. $334,000 MLS 2110493 Angela Collinge*

www.lauriegruer.com

www.thecountylifestyle.ca This picturesque West Lake brick home sits on 17 acres of prime land. Surrounded by beautiful perennial gardens and a private deck, just minutes to the famous Sandbanks Provincial Park. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 living rooms and a Mexican inspired kitchen/great room. This circa 1862 house gives you that old charm with a new age twist. $549,000 MLS 2110823 Kate Chalmers*

Beautiful waterviews for a back split with walkout.

Stunning sunrises and sunsets over Adolphus reach.

Hardwood & softwood floors, sunken living room, rec room with woodstove. Large country lot close to wineries, orchards and restaurants. $199,900 MLS 2105534 Gail Forcht**

www.homeinthecounty.com

www.chestnutpark.com

A RARE FIND IN PICTON! 4 bedrm Century home on private 1/2 lot. Walk to harbour, trendy shops & restaurants. Strolling distance to Macaulay Mountain, minutes to hospital.

Located on quiet Picton street. Many upgrades, 4 bedrms, main floor laundry, charming board & batten outbuilding, private patio out the back, large yard, beautiful southern style veranda. $235,000 2110413 Angela Collinge*

Custom built home designed with Prince Edward County`s rural character in mind - built to look old.

The home has a fully self contained 2 bedroom cottage attached that is a vacation rental or could be an in-law suite. Milled pine floors throughout, many windows to bring the outdoors in and the indoors out. This home is the only home on the market with geothermal heat.

A great family home that will meet all your needs and more.

This is a one of a kind home nestled in wine country. $589,900 MLS 2110696 Lori Slik*

www.thecountylifestyle.ca

www.chestnutpark.com

Beautiful 121 acres In the Black River Valley. Offers pasture/workable land, forest & field with young trees planted.

Magnificent views. Walking distance to Cheese factory. 10 minutes to Picton. Dug well on property. A grand place to build and /or farm in this scenic area.

Walking trails & lanes on property. Taxes to be assessed. $269,000 MLS 2107293 Gail Forcht**

CHARMING AND COZY Waterfront home/cottage in desirable private area of PEC. Wonderful sunsets on the wrap around deck.

Clean waterfront offers great swimming and boating and a view of the world famous Sandbanks. Lower level walkout steps to the water. Worth the visit.

Neighboring 80` lot available as well. $585,000 Marc Ouellette*

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www.rightonthemarc.ca WATERFRONT ESTATE 1.45 acre property on Loyalist Parkway just East of Picton. Well maintained bungalow, spacious kitchen & living/family rm w fireplaces w inserts. Lg dining rm.

Majestic trees, private. Sea wall & boat slip plus dock.

Lots of light & neutral colours, sunroom. Detached 4 car garage/boat storage. $745,000 MLS 2110463 Gail Forcht**

Beautifully renovated family house right on the mill pond in Bloomfield! 3 year old gourmet kitchen addition and wonderful master suite with ensuite bath and dressing area! Charming, spacious principal rooms, main floor laundry and powder room. Excellent carriage house makes a great studio space! Expansive decks, patios and lawn overlooking the pond! A must see! $299,900 MLS 2107012 Laurie Gruer* & Sam Simone*

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www.homeinthecounty.com Phenomenal waterviews atop escarpment at Lake on the Mountain over Bay of Quinte & Lake on the Mountain.

Stately Wilson/Frizzell house dated 1892 (Settler`s Dream). 3 storey brick home, restored hardwd/softwd flrs, lg country kitchen, formal dinrm. New roof & heating Oct 2010. Original features: wood panels, staircase, stained glass & fireplace mantels. 3rd floor in-law apartment w kitchen, bath & 2 bedrms. 3200 sq ft `The Millers House` included, history as a home, ice cream parlour, dance hall. Great spot for a home based business. Looking for Location, location?.. $997,000 MLS 2107569 Gail Forcht**

HISTORICAL FARMHOUSE/ 24+ ACRES Circa 1863 "checkerboard brick" just minutes from Picton! 3 Bedrooms, family room and charming outbuildings. Beautiful pine floors and great character. Featured in "The Settler's Dream"! Don't miss this opportunity! $320,000 MLS 2105248 Laurie Gruer* & Sam Simone*

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This property needs to be seen. 7.54 wooded acres, waterfront century home, lg principle rooms on main level, 4 bedrms plus den upstairs, plenty of space. Lg kitchen, bright sunrm w 3 person hot tub. Woodstove w brick/stone surround in living rm. Main level w tongue & groove pine ceilings, wide baseboards, crown moulding & all new door trim. Updated over past 7 yrs w new insulation, wiring, plumbing & drywall. Tucked away on north side of Big Island, plenty of privacy & peace, convenient to Picton & Belleville. Nature lovers would enjoy watching birds, deer, turkey & partridge. Great fishing out your front door. $329,000 Angela Collinge

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Wonderful executive home on South Bay! 6,000 sq ft of custom finishes on 2 expansive levels. Spectacular reception rooms, gracious main floor master w his/ hers ensuites, & 2 family rooms! Incomparable guest accommodation, wine cellar & screened porches. Outside, enjoy 1,000+ ft exquisite waterfront, impeccable landscaping, & separate workshop. Wonderful views over water! Make this dream house your very own! $2,795,000 MLS 2093375 Laurie Gruer* & Sam Simone*

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• BEAUTIFUL SETTING, 32 ACRES WITH TRAILS • 5 MINUTES TO PICTON, WAUPOOS RD • 1700 SQ.FT. R-2000 BUNG, MAIN FL. LAUNDRY • BRIGHT SPACIOUS ROOMS, FRESHLY PAINTED • FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT WITH WORKSHOP • EXCELLENT DETACHED 25’X35’ STEEL BUILDING

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On the floor New flooring can make a dramatic impact to your home’s décor. In addition to adding beauty to your home, updating your floors can be a great way to potentially increase its “saleability” should you be thinking of selling in the near future.

The hardest part of installing new flooring will probably be choosing the flooring material you want. There are so many options that you will need to do some homework and decide what style or “feel” you wish to achieve with your new floor.

For example, hardwood and laminate flooring are great for elegant, urban settings or a warm country feel. Vinyl and ceramic tiles give you an endless number of colors, styles, and designs to achieve exactly the décor you want. Carpeting, whether it’s wall-to-wall broadloom or an area rug, provides warmth, comfort and easy care. The following information about the different types of flooring options is courtesy of the Ontario Real Estate Association and your local Realtor.

Hardwood Flooring Hardwood flooring is a sought after feature in homes these days. Hardwood not only adds style and elegance to a room, but it also matches any decor, is easier than ever to care for and provides great value since it lasts a lifetime. This type of flooring can even improve the living quality of homes because hardwood does not trap dust pollen or other allergens. A popular choice is nowax pre-finished hardwood flooring because it eliminates messy on-site sanding or unpleasant chemicals. It comes in many colors and is easy enough for a do-it-yourselfer to install.

Laminate Flooring Laminate flooring is a durable and creative flooring option. It is constructed of a dense fiberboard core with top and bottom fibre pattern layers sealed under high pressure with a durable, plastic-like substance.

Laminate flooring is one of the easiest floors to install because it can be laid over any flat surface including ceramics, vinyl and short pile carpeting. One of the reasons for this product’s popularity is that it is made to look exactly like hardwood, stone, tile and various other designs while providing the strength of laminate. The laminate flooring surface is strong enough to resist staining, fading, scuffing and scratching.

Vinyl Flooring Vinyl is a very versatile flooring option.

It is very easy to keep clean, so it's a top choice for kitchens, bathrooms, recreation rooms and other high traffic rooms. Vinyl

flooring is considered a soft floor and comes in a broad range of colors, styles and patterns, similar to ceramic tiles. Most often vinyl flooring is sold and installed in large adhesive sheets as opposed to single peel-and-stick tiles. As well, some “highend” vinyl floors are made to look almost exactly like ceramic tiles and even hardwood floors.

Ceramic Tiles Ceramics are a popular choice for kitchens, bathrooms and entranceways of a home because of their beauty, elegance and style. Ceramic tiles are also a very practical flooring option for high traffic areas, where tracked in dirt, accidental spills and excess moisture would make carpet maintenance difficult. With the multitude of patterns, colors and price options available, there is no end to the design possibilities for your home.

Carpeting Carpet is one of the best ways to add coziness and comfort to a home. The broad range of carpet colors and styles allows people to add their own personality to their living spaces, while the right shades can either open up a small room or create a warm intimate atmosphere in a spacious setting. There are also practical advantages that only carpet can offer: it helps prevent slips and falls; it helps to absorb noise; and its insulating properties can reduce the cost of heating and air-conditioning.

Area rugs are a simple and effective way to add color and style to a home. They are also an economical alternative to broadloom, providing the comfort and practicality of carpet while retaining the classic styling of flooring. Today, area rugs are imported from all over the world from such countries as Persia, China, Tibet, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Turkey.

There are two ways in which area rugs are manufactured: either by hand or by machine. Hand-made rugs obviously cost more because of the length of time it takes to make a rug. Machine-made rugs are usually less expensive than hand-made rugs, although today's machine-made rugs are just as elaborate in design.

New flooring -- if installed and maintained properly -- will last for years to come. To ensure your flooring project is a success, take the time to investigate the many options available and find out which material best suits your needs and lifestyle.

Your local home improvement center or flooring retailer will have plenty of advice and information.

This article is provided by local REALTORS® and the Ontario Real Estate Association for the benefit of consumers in the real estate market.

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Dukes dismiss Upper Canada from playoffs, await Cobourg or Villanova

Ruby shuts down Patriots in sweep JASONPARKS

STAFF WRITER

On the face of it, the Wellington Dukes sweep of the Upper Canada Patriots on the OPJHL round of 16 playoffs looked like your standard, cut-and-dry domination local hockey fans have come to expect in the early goings of any Dukes run.

And a look at the stats where Wellington allowed only two Patriot goals in 240 minutes of hockey would confirm it.

However, those in attendance on Friday evening during Wellington’s 2-1 Game 3 victory will confirm to those that weren’t that the Pats weren’t exactly push overs and only some stellar goaltending by Jordan Ruby kept the home side ahead until the final buzzer.

“We knew they had to be a good team to beat Lindsay and their goaltender (Joseph Pianta) played very well in three of the four games and he gave us a real good test in Game 3,” Dukes head coach and general manager Marty Abrams said.

The test actually started back in game two where Wellington prevailed 3-1.

After a dominating 9-0 win in Game 1, Wellington shot out to a 3-0 lead over the first two periods of Game 2.

Brian Bunnett scored in the first frame while the Darcy twins (Murphy and Greenaway) each counted in the second.

But in the third, a powerplay goal by Kyle Dutra gave the Pats some life and the Southern Division club wound up outshooting

FINAL STRETCH David Mayer, left, takes the baton

from fellow county native and York Lion Kevin Montgomery during a n OUA final race last weekend.. (Submitted photo)

Local relay racers bound for nationals with York TO THE GOAL Wellington’s Darcy Greenaway has everyone beaten as he scores the

first goal of the game in the Dukes’ 2-1 game three victory over the Upper Canada Patriots Friday evening. Wellington swept the Pats in four. games. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

Wellington 37-30.

Perhaps with the knowledge they could play with Wellington, the Pats proved to be game in Game 3 Despite getting down early thanks to a Greenaway marker at 1:26, the Pats tied it up off a goal mouth scramble at 4:02.

Despite having plenty of Grade A scoring opportunities, only a seeing eye Sean Rudy wrister at the 5:32 mark kept the Dukes in front after 20 minutes.

Credit the Pats for grinding the game down as the club out shot Wellington in the second 8-7.

In the third, Upper Canada would again hold the edge in shots 12-10, but Ruby was there to stifle any chance of an equalizer.

“Let’s be perfectly clear, Jordan Ruby is the reason this series is over in four,” Abrams said of his stopper.

“When you give up a total of two goals in four games, you are doing something right.”

In Game 4, Upper Canada's scoring woes or Ruby's padded mastery (or the combination of both) continued and the Dukes got a spark from an unlikely source in a 4-0 whitewash.

He’s was outstanding in the game and he’s been working so hard away from the rink to rehab and get back into the lineup after nursing that sore knee.

See DUKES, page 28

County native Campbell gets call to skate in AHL Barons feature collection of Dukes alumni

JASONPARKS

STAFF WRITER

You will be forgiven if you happened to look at the Oklahoma City Barons roster last weekend and thought it was looking like a Wellington Dukes Alumni team.

The American Hockey League club, an affiliate of the National Hockey League's Edmonton Oilers, has been host to a total of four former Wellington Dukes this season including a Prince Edward County resident that made the highest leap of any county native in the professional hockey game-albeit for one game.

The transformation of

BARON TO GO Former Wellington Duke and Picton Pirate Scott Campbell became the first county native to suit up in an AHL game this past weekend when he skated for the Oklahoma City Barons. (Stephen Christy /For the Gazette) the OKC dressing room into Wellington West started last Friday when former

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Toronto Maple Leaf and Ottawa Senator Martin Gerber was recalled to the

Oilers to fill in for Nikolai Kabibhulin who was out with an eye infection.

To replace Gerber, the Barons tapped former Duke Bryan Pitton, who had been toiling with the Stockton Thunder of the East Coast Hockey League.

But fate interveined as Pitton was involved in a car accident and a quick call made by Barons general manager Bill Scott to Allen of the Central Hockey League where former County King, Picton Pirate and Wellington Duke Scott Campbell has been shining in the Americans net, posting a 9-2-0 record backing up former Aurora Tiger Chris Whitley, known locally for shooting a puck into Whiskey Corner in a pivotal playoff moment.

See GOALIE, page 28

Mayer, Montgomery help Lions to success at provincial indoor meet ADAMBRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

Two Prince Edward County men ran their way into the Canadian Intrauniversity Sport indoor track and field championships with strong efforts for the York Lions provincially last weekend.

Picton’s David Mayer found himself qualifying three times, including his efforts in winning gold medals in the 4x200 m and 4x400 m relays. It seemed as though Mayer saved what he could to help a friend make the trip to Sherbrooke this month as well.

Mayer said he skipped his individual event, the 300 m dash, in order to be fresh for the 4x800 m relay, in which Ameliasburgh’s Kevin Montgomery had his final chance to qualify.

“The key to our race was the whole team knowing this was Kevin’s last chance at making nationals so we all wanted to go out and give everything we had for him,” said Mayer. “I gave up my individual event in order to be fresh for the 4x800 m and give us a better chance at making nationals. We ran well and had a season best.”

The 7:49.22 result lifted the Lions into the fifth spot in the OUA and a 10th-place ranking, which was just enough to qualify for the Canadian final. Mayer said he was pleased to see his fellow kinesiology student and county native advance too.

“It feels really great to share success with Kevin, he has made tremendous strides this year and improved so

much,” said Mayer. “For two small-town guys to bring some recognition back to the county, it makes us both very happy.”

Montgomery ran the leg before Mayer and actually handed off to him.

For Mayer, it has been a strong indoor season with both personal triumphs and relay accomplishments. He said some of the good running can be attributed to additional training the Lions completed in preparation.

“We were forced to do a lot of outdoor training this year as our facility caught fire, so we were training outside until the end of December,” he said. If anything, it has helped us because we now know we can run through anything.”

In the 4x200 race, which the team finished in an impressive 1:27.4, the Lions managed to retain their title for another year, edging the rival Windsor Lancers on York’s own track. Mayer said that was motivation and having three of the fastest teammates in the CIS in Dontae Richards-Kwok, Ingvar Mosely, and Olu Ogunde put him in a solid position when it was time to circle the track on the bell lap.

“They got me the baton in first and all I had to do was hold on,” he said.

Going into the 4x400 race, Mayer said fatigue was setting in as both Mosely and Richards-Kwok had also run the 200 m as well as individual events.

See TRACFK, page 28

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Pirates, Jets road warriors in deadlocked series Amherstview draws even in Picton, Game 5 set for tonight CHAD IBBOTSON

With four games down and both teams taking two victories on the road, the Picton Pirates' series against the Amherstview Jets is down to a best-of-three playoff.

In Amherstview for Game 1 the Pirates put on a strong showing, handing the Jets a 4–0 loss. Game 2 was just as lopsided with the Jets beating the Pirates 5–1. Sunday's Game 3 saw the Pirates take another win in Amherstview with a 3–1 score, but again the road team prevailed with the Jets taking a 4–3 victory in Game 4 on Tuesday.

“One point divided the teams through the regular season … but we feel like we've let them off the hook a couple of times,” said Pirates general manager Jason Parks.

Parks said he believes having two games left in Amherstview could actually be a benefit. He said Amherstview's arena allows the Pirates a little more room to work a skilled game.

“They're able to forecheck us a little harder in our arena,” he said. “The good news is now that it's two out of three with two games down there, we know we can win down there.”

Game 1 saw the Pirates take advantage of the strong

play of goaltender Matt Kaludis as well as make the most of scoring opportunities. Jesse Lloyd, Dylan Mountenay, Evan Greer and Eric Hayes scored the Picton goals.

“The guys just showed up and played they didn't really think about it,” Parks said.

Game 2 was, unfortunately for the Pirates, a different story completely.

The Pirates got down early on a Travis Rizzi tally, but Ryan Vader was able to tie the game before the end of the first.

Rizzi restored the Amherstview lead and the Jets held on until the end of the second period. Then the Jets seemed to take off while the Pirates were mired in penalty trouble, taking six straight penalties to start the final frame.

The Jets scored three straight power-play goals in under three minutes of play with Rizzi recording his hattrick goal and Hayden Hulton and Brandon Gilmour also scoring. The Jets then shut it down while the Pirates tried to play catch-up to no avail.

Game 3 again put the Pirates on top, but this one was far from a blowout.

After no scoring in the first Rizzi was able to tally a power-play marker 1:37 into the second.

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Late in Game 4 Brandon Peever was checked from behind hard into the boards

by Jets forward Zach Allen.

Peever lost two teeth and Allen was handed a fiveminute major, a game misconduct and a two-game suspension for the infraction.

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put the Pirates up 2–1. Ryan Sizer followed with his goal at 6:21 of the third as the Picton defence shut the game down.

“All cylinders were firing and when we got the 3–1 lead there was never really any tense moments in our end toward the end of the game — we controlled it.”

As the Pirates hit home ice again for Game 4 there was a real sense Picton could take the first win by a home team in the series. They outshot the Jets 18–13 in the period and got scoring chance after scoring chance.

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T h e P i c to n G a z e t te THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011

The Ag & Rural Update is an electronic bulletin that is produced weekly by staff at the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture & Food, (OMAF), Brighton Resource Centre. It is distributed free to subscribers. Not all of the information RESERVE CHAMPION 2010 - Owner - John and Jill Hancock, Cameo used in this farm calendar is supplied by the electronic bulletin.

Farms. Buyer - Jason Doxsee - DMD Truck & Equipment Services March 3 – Growers Pesticide Safety Course, Trenton, 8:45 am. Preregistration required, contact Tri-County Agromart 613-394-3371.

March 3 – Hastings Federation of Agriculture monthly meeting, 8 p.m., Thurlow Community Centre, 516 Harmony Road. Contact Klaasje Bergveld at 613-391-5351 March 8 – Northumberland Federation of Agriculture meeting, 8 p.m. at the Centreton Hall. Contact Ruth Taylor, Secretary nfa.ruth@sympatico.ca March 8 – Hastings and Lennox &Addington Soil and Crop Improvement Association annual meeting, Selby Hall, coffee 9:30 am, information session 10 a.m.

March 9 – Growers Pesticide Safety Course, Madoc, 8:45 am. Preregistration required, contact Ontario Pesticide Education Program, Ridgetown College 1-800-652-8573.

March 9 – Profitable Pastures & Trade Show – “Maximizing Pasture Profits from Another Perspective”, Elmwood, ON, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Keynote speaker is Tod Wallace from Manitoba. Cost $35 includes hot roast beef dinner. Registration Deadline is March 4.

To register call 1-877-892-8663 / email info@ontarioforagecouncil.com / website: www.ontarioforagecouncil.com March 10 – Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture Meeting.

All welcome. 7:30 p.m. at Bloomfield United Church Sunday school room.The current constitution is being updated and will reflect important changes such as moving the annual general meeting to January of each year and the fiscal end date for financial reports. All current OFA members are invited to attend. For further information contact Pat Stacey, Secretary-Treasurer at 613-476-3842 or pat.stacey@sympatico.ca March 10– Profitable Pastures & Trade Show – “Maximizing Pasture Profits from Another Perspective”, Stirling, ON,9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Keynote speaker is Tod Wallace from Manitoba. Cost $35 includes hot roast beef dinner. Registration Deadline is March 4.. To register call 1-877-892-8663 / email info@ontarioforagecouncil.com / website: www.ontarioforagecouncil.com March 10 – Grower Pesticide Safety Course, Picton, 8:45 am. Preregistration required, contact Ontario Pesticide Education Program, Ridgetown College 1-800-652-8573.

March 10-12, 24-26 – Introduction to Holistic Management -

Getting Better Results by Making Better Decisions, Kingston Area, at Iverary United Church. This comprehensive six day course (usually taken in two three-day segments) assists farm families to create a vision of the life they want together on their farm, today and into the future. With that vision as the guide they learn planning and decision making tools that will let them control their finances and allow them to build a life and future that reflects their values and improves their land base. Includes Holistic Management Planned Grazing. Farm families are encouraged to have all of the major decision makers attend the course. This allows them to work together and take home a well started plan. Costs for two people for six days $1,000 plus HST. To register or for more information contact Tony or Fran McQuail, 519-528-2493 or mcqufarm@hurontel.on.ca or RR # 1,86016 Creek Line, Lucknow, ON, N0G 2H0.

March 12, 19 – Growing Your Farm Profits (GYFP) – 2 day Workshop, Peterborough County, Douro Community Center, Peterborough, ON,9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m, for you and your management team to start the journey towards managing and planning your farm business success.Lunch and refreshments provided. Pre-registration required. Program details available at http://www.ontariosoilcrop.org/en/programs/gyfp09.htm. To register, contact Pat Learmonth 705-295-1590 / peterborough@ontariosoilcrop.org March 15–17 – Ottawa Valley Farm Show, Landsdowne Park, Ottawa, ON. www.ottawafarmshow.com March 16 – Environmental Farm Plan Workshop, Warkworth, 10 am to 3 pm. To register for this free workshop and to access funding contact Robert Glover 705-924-2620 / northumberland@ontariosoilcrop.org March 16 – Growers Pesticide Safety Course, Trenton, 8:45 am.

Pre-registration required, contact Tri-County Agromart 613-3943371.

March 18 – Prince Edward Junior Farmers' monthly meeting 7:30pm at Greg Elliott's. For more information contact Justin Williams or media.pecjf@gmail.com.

March 18 – Quinte Stocker Sale, 11 a.m at Hoard’s Station Sales Barn.Vaccination preferred sale.Contact Denton Meiklejohn 613395-2008 or farmerdenton@yahoo.ca March 21, 28 – Growing Your Farm Profit Workshops, Hastings, Lennox & Addington Counties, held at Tweed, ON, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30

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CORN $250.00/t 2011 CORN $200.00/t 2011 WHEAT $235.00/t SOYBEANS $452.00/t 2011 SOYBEANS $436.00/t HOARD’S STATION SALE BARN MARKET REPORT AS OF MARCH 1, 2011

PRICE RANGE SALES TO 100-150 lbs .30 - 2.30 2.75 150-400 lbs .70 - 1.43 1.48 STOCKER: 400-600lbs 1.15 - 1.70 1.76 STEERS: 600-800lbs 1.11 - 1.47 1.5650 800-1000lbs .90 - 1.10 1.1950 STOCKER: 400-600 lbs 1.10 - 1.48 1.50 HEIFERS: 600-800 lbs .96 - 1.30 1.3150 COWS: .31 - .6750 .6950 BULLS: .63 - .67 .72 HOLSTEIN SPRINGERS: $790 - 145 FRESH COWS: PIGS: 25-35 lbs: 35-50 lbs: SHOATS: LAMBS: 45-65 lbs - 2.17 - 2.65 277.50 65-85 lbs - 1.85 - 2.50 257.50 85-100 lbs - 1.55 - 1.7750 180 KID GOATS: $40-112 NANNYS & BILLIES: $90-165 TOP STOCKER STEER: 400-600 lbs: 465 lbs @ 1.76, Grace Fox, Napanee 600-800 lbs: 755 lbs @ 1.33, Dwight Dickson, Gananoque TOP STOCKER HEIFER: 485 lbs @ 1.50, Lavina Foley, Keene TOP CALF: 100-150 lbs: 115 lbs @ 2.75, Blain Barr, Warsaw TOP CALF: 150-400 lbs: 370 lbs @ 1.48, Grace Fox, Napanee TOP COW: 1665 lbs @ 67.50, Larry McMaster, Stirling TOP SPRINGER: $1425, Clif Grills, Campbellford TOP PIGS: TOP LAMBS: 67 lbs @ 2.5750, Tom Leroux, Seeley’s Bay CALVES:

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p.m., for you and your management team to start the journey towards managing and planning your farm business success.Lunch and refreshments provided. Pre-registration required.

Program details available at http://www.ontariosoilcrop.org/en/programs/gyfp09.htm To register contact Stan Meeks 613- 478-5472 or smeeks@ontariosoilcrop.org March 22 – Quinte Christian Farmers Association Annual Meeting, 7:30 pm at Codrington Community Centre. A speaker from Zimbabwe will talk about no-till farming with a hoe. For more information, contact Jerry Fox 613-397-1097.

March 23 – Grower Pesticide Safety Course, Napanee, 8:45 am.

Pre-registration required, contact O’Neills Farm Supply 613-3544424 March 24 – Grow your Bottom Line OMAFRA one-day workshop for On-Farm Food Safety, - Prince Edward County, Bloomfield Hall, 289 Main Street, Bloomfield, ON. Increase your knowledge on five essential topics; Getting Started in Food Safety; Hygiene and Sanitation, Preand Post Harvest Water Use, Manure, Compost and Compost Teas, Food Safety on Multi-Commodity Farms. Producer $45 + HST, non-producers $65 + HST, includes refreshments, lunch, Advantage Program Manual (value $25), Advantage iGAP CD, hand wash training easel and numerous factsheets.To register, call the Agricultural Information Contact Centre 1-877-424-1300 or visit www.ontario.ca/foodsafety March 24 – Grower Pesticide Safety Course exam only, Napanee, 10 a.m. Preregistration required, contact O’Neills Farm Supply 613354-4424 March 25 – Grower Pesticide Safety Course, Picton, 8:45 am. Preregistration required, contact County Farm Centre 613-476-9183.

March 26 – Ontario Sheep District 8 Seminar – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bird's Creek Community Hall, 168 South Baptiste Rd. (4 miles northwest of Bancroft). Topic is Brainworm in Sheep/Goat and other diseases with Dr. Sherry Smith of Campbellford Vet Services. Lunch provided RSVP appreciated at 613-477-1393 or lbh1250@yahoo.ca March 30 – Growers Pesticide Safety Course, Trenton, 8:45 a.m. Preregistration required, contact Tri-County Agromart 613-394-3371.

April 1 – Grower Pesticide Safety Course EXAM only, Brighton, 1 p.m. Preregistration required, contact Ontario Pesticide Education Program, Ridgetown College 1-800-652-8573

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AUTOMOTIVE "CHIP" KEYS including programming. Also keyless remotes for many vehicles. By appointment Prince Edward Locksmith 147 Union St. Picton 613-476-3382.

COMPUTERS NEW INTEL Dual Core 3 Ghz x2, 2 gig ram, 500gig h-drive, dual layer DVD-Rw, Windows XP, Office 2007, anti virus protection, can view running $495. INTEL 3 Ghz, ASUS motherboard, 2 gig ram, 250gig h-drive, 1 gig video caard, DVDRw, Office and Anti Virus $295. Windows 7 ALL NEW Intell Dual core 3Ghz 4 Gig's Ram,1 gig video card, 500gig h-drive $795. DELL TOWER Pentium 4- 2Ghz, 1 gig ram, new 160 gig h-drive, DVD-rw, win xp-pro office and Anti Virus $275 613476-5861.

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2001 FORD Windstar LE, pw, pl, cruise, air, real nice shape, 179K, $2995 includes safety, etest and powertrain warranty. Call Lightfoot Motors 613-476-5881 or 613813-5401, 314 Lake St. Picton.

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CLEANING AVAILABLE: reasonable rates, get 2 girls for the price of 1.

Excellent references. Please call 613848-3023 FREE PICKUP of scrap metal and appliances, vehicles, 613-242-6814 or 613920-3178.

HANDYMAN WITH experience in carpentry, tile, hardwood floor, electrical, framing, drywall. Call 613-471-1837 HOUSEKEEPING. RELIABLE, dependable with great rates. Call Cathy, 613-4760467 MAN WITH Skidsteer (Bobcat) available for work. Grading, backfilling, driveways, barn cleaning, reasonable rates Mike 613-920-3178.

PERSONAL ASSISTANT/DRIVER. Like some help? Errands, cleaning, cooking, laundry etc. ALSO Certified chair,back & foot massage.Pet sitting/walking. Pam cell or text Picton 6613-827-2503.

MOBILE

County Traders

Stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, dishwashers, 3 mos. old & up.

Sold with written guarantees.

Fridge's $100. & up.

EMPLOYMENT WANTED

Professional Hairstylist

in the convenience of

YOUR HOME

•cuts •perms •waxing •hi-lights •men’s cuts •seniors welcome •group rates •ask about friends/family hair party discount 25 years experience

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THOROUGHLY CLEAN Housekeeping has immediate openings available.

Reliable, detailed, experienced, professional, Thoroughly Cleaned top to bottom.

Reasonable rates. Seniors rates. 613476-0338.

WILL DO housecleaning, reliable, dependable and honest. Call Francine, 613-476-7631

REDNECK REMOVAL SERVICES We BUY scrap cars Free PICKUP of scrap metal

Will do DUMP RUNS 613-476-0257 613-661-4057

To place your Classified Ad Call 613-476-3201

MORTGAGES

License #10343

GARRY BLOWER

Mortgage Broker M08000170 613-966-6568 Bus. 613-968-3010 Res. 199 Front St. Century Place, Belleville

EDUCATION EVER THOUGHT about getting your GED? We can help. Call Prince Edward Learning Centre, 613-4761811. It's free!

BUSINESS SERVICES AULTHOUSE CARPENTRY Renovations - Additions Siding - Decks Painting - Floors Phone 613-393-2819 613-393-1196 Book for Spring!

BLACK RIVER TREE SERVICES Stump Grinding Tree Trimming and Removal Brush Chipping Lot Clearing Cabling & Bracing Fully Insured 10 years Experience

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476-3757 DIANE’S HAIRSTYLING Perms: Colours: Haircut: Cut & Set: Highlights: Shampoo & Set: Men’s:

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BUSINESS SERVICE

MAYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S INCOME TAX Over 30 Years in Business DIANE KIRBY 613-476-7770 NEW ADDRESS- 218 Upper Lake Street, Picton JANE WALKER 613-393-2483 866 Cty Rd 11 Picton Income Taxes Prepared for Business, Personal, Farming, Fishing.

WE OFFER EFILE Reasonable rates, no prices given over the phone.

Income taxes are to be paid for when completed.

MEMORIAMS

MEMORIAMS

BAILEY, In loving memory of Violet Bailey, who passed away February 28th, 2006.

It's been 5 years since I've seen your face, Heard your laugh, Felt your embrace.

It sometimes feels like yesterday, Other times like forever.

But I think about you everyday, And I will always remember.

Loved and remembered by Sandra, Bob, Jennifer and Emma.

SMITH-In loving memory of Jesse Roy Smith, who passed away March 1, 2010.

Though you're no longer with me Everyday I find in one way or other You're right here in my mind I hear a piece of music And at once my mind is stirred Back to a treasured moment The two of our have shared I never try to stop them, I let them just flow through It's just a way of spending time once again with you.

Missed and loved everyday by Rose and family.

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Annual Spring Smorgasbord and Silent Auction

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S aturday, Ap ri l 9t h Adults $13 or 2 for $25 Children $6 Everyone Welcome For info: 613-393-3172

Fundraising Benefit for

PAUL MOLLOY at Royal Canadian Legion March 26th â&#x20AC;˘ 7pm Admission $10/person $ 15/couple

ST. PATRICKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TEA Picton United Church Wed. March 16th Doors open 1:30pm $6 person Coffee, Tea & Treats Reservations Jen 613-476-3763

Wed. March 16 6pm Community Hall $10. adults $5. children under 12

Reservations call Josie 613-476-4120

P.E.C.M. Hospital Auxiliary

Marathon Bridge April 1 to October 31, 2011 10 games $20 per person Register by March 4 Phone 613-476-6036 BIRTH

OPEN MIC NIGHT Mondays 6pm-???

All Welcome

HERITAGE HALL 613-476-2342

In loving memory of my best friend, Norman Craig Feb. 25, 2010 I miss our playtime I miss our talks, I miss our trips back north I miss our walks.

When you couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take me on our walks anymore, Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d head out in your truck to the Pt. Petre shore.

No matter where we went Or what the day would bring We were always together And my heart would sing.

Now you are gone But none of my love, I know you are looking down on me From the stars up above.

Always in my heart Love Sassy.

FRANKLIN-In loving memory of my parents Arthur, March 7,1991 and Lovina, September 14,1995.

Silent memories keep you near, As time unfolds another year No longer in our lives to share, But in our thoughts you are always there.

Loved and missed by daughter Marilyn and son-in-law Ralph.

JENKINS, Annie - March 10, 1993 Have you ever lost your mother, Who meant the world to you One you loved so very much And miss her like we do.

Have you ever had a heartache Felt that awful pain Or shed those bitter tears That drop like falling rain.

If you never had that feeling I pray you never do For when you lose your mother You lose a part of you.

Love always Janet & Ike, Eva and Frank.

MINAKER, Jim. In loving memory of a dear brother, who passed away February 25th, 2006.

I think of my brother as a down to-earth guy, Just plain, like the sea, the wind and the sky.

If you have a tender message, Or a loving word to say; Do not wait till you forget it, But whisper it today.

The tender word unspoken, The letter never sent; The long forgotten message, The wealth of love unspent.

For these some hearts are breaking, For these some loved ones wait; So show them that you care for them, Before it is too late.

Mary, Archie and all the family

WHATTAM, In loving memory of our truly loved Mother, Grandmother and GG who passed away March 2, 2010.

Verla Whattam, Don't think of her as gone awayher journey's just begun, life holds so many facetsthis earth is only one.

Just think of her as resting from the sorrows and the tears in a place of warmth and comfrot where there are no days and years.

Think how she must be wishing that we could know today how nothing but our sadness can really pass away.

And think of her as living in the hearts of those she touched.. for nothing loved is ever lostand she was loved so much.

E. Brenneman Always loved by your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

WHATTAM, In memory of my lovely wife, Verla Whattam, who passed away March 2, 2010.

Memory The old home with a smile and a hug But there is no one there A quiet stroll in the rose garden hand in hand But there is no one there A leisurely walk on a summer eve after the heat of the day But there is no one there A cuddle on a winters evening by the warmth of the blazing fire But there is no one there A tender hug under the moonbeam so light But there is no one there A soothing dance to music of love But there is no one there My only hope as the days close in for the final gate There will be my loved one there Norm Whattam Always loved and remembered, Norman.

ZACHARIAH- Lyonal Garfield. In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, who passed away February 17th, 1988.

Sadly missed and always remembered by Charlene and Ron, Cherie and Tim, and Lyonal.

ZACHARIAH- Charlotte Ada (nee Gregory). In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother, who passed away February 26th, 1998.

Sadly missed and always remembered by Charlene and Ron, Cherie and Tim, and Lyonal.

DEATH

DEATHS

DICKSON, Kevin Robert Suddenly at Kingston General Hospital, on Monday, February 28th, 2011, Kevin Robert Dickson, at the age of 46. Deeply loved son of Robert and Esther Dickson. Husband of Deanna. Dear brother of Colleen and her husband Owen Miller of Milford and their children Ashleigh and Jordan.

Dear nephew of Marion and her husband Gerald Lovell and their son Rory.

Kevin will be missed by his many friends.

Kevin is resting at The Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton, ON. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Thursday, March 3rd, at 2:00 P.M. Interment to follow at Quaker Cemetery, Bloomfield. If desired, donations to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. (Cheques only, please). Friends called on Wednesday evening from 7 till 9pm.

Online donations and condolence at www.whattamfuneralhome.com

FOX, Robert â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bobâ&#x20AC;?

Peacefully at Picton Manor Nursing Home, on Thursday, February 24th, 2011, Robert â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bobâ&#x20AC;? Fox, formerly of Bloomfield, at the age of 87. Beloved husband of the late Madeline. Loving father of David and his wife Pat of R.R. #4, Picton, Elizabeth and her husband Mike Lattner of Wellington and the late Donald. Dear brother of Eleanor Kelly and Gordon and his wife Marilyn. Much loved â&#x20AC;&#x153;grandpaâ&#x20AC;? to Ian and his wife Kathleen, Jackie and her partner Chris, Allison and her husband Nick Boyd and Vicki and her partner Dylan. Mr. Fox rested at The Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton, ON. Funeral Service was at Bloomfield United Church on Saturday, February 26th at 11 A.M. Reverend Lynn Watson officiated. If desired, donations to Bloomfield United Church or Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Friends called on Friday evening from 7 till 9 p.m. and at the church prior to the service at 11 a.m. www.whattamfuneralhome.com

In Memory

HERITAGE HALL

SUPPER

COLE, Ruth Emma

BUFFET ALL YOU CAN EAT Sunday, Mar. 6th HAM, SCALLOPED POTATOES, MAC AND CHEESE Serving 4pm - 7pm $10 per person

SPAGHETTI DINNER W/ CAESAR SALAD AND GARLIC BREAD

Wednesday, Mar. 9th Serving 5pm - 7pm $8 per person

613-476-2342 166 County Rd 6 FIND IT IN THE CLASSIFIEDS!

Kayla Mckee Anne and Steve Mckee are pleased to announce the arrival of their daughter Kayla Marie Mckee born January 7th, 2011 at KGH, weighing 7.2 lbs.

A sister for David.

Proud grandparents are Marvin and Susan Mckee and Jack and Kathleen Ruttan.

Great-grandparents are Jean and Dave Sargent and Arlie and Rex Mckee.

Great-great-grandmother is Marjorie Pounder.

A niece for Stephanie

In loving memory of a dear wife and mother, KRISTA ELIZABETH JOAN ROLOSON (nee Thissen) Dec. 31, 1985-March 6, 2010 They say there is a reason They say that time will heal But neither time nor reason Will change the way we feel.

For no one knows the heartache That lies behind our smiles We have broken down and cried.

We want to tell you something So there wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be any doubt You're so wonderful to think of But so hard to be without.

Love and miss you lots Brian, Daytona, Brayden

Peacefully at Picton Manor Nursing Home, on Friday, February 25th, 2011, Ruth Emma Cole, formerly of Bloomfield, at the age of 85. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence. Loving mother of Arnold Lawrence of Pembroke, John and his wife Debbie of Picton and Marilyn Thompson and her husband Wayne of Belleville. Loved by her many brothers and sisters. Sadly missed by her 5 grandchildren and her 2 great grandchildren. Mrs. Cole rested at The Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton, ON. Funeral service was be held in the Chapel, on Tuesday, March 1st at 2 P.M. Interment Universalist Cemetery, Bloomfield. If desired, donations to The Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. (Cheques only please). Friends called on Tuesday fom 1p.m. till the time of service at 2 p.m.. www.whattamfuneralhome.com

SWITZER, Harold Stirratt At his home, Picton, on Thursday, February 24th, 2011, Harold Stirratt Switzer, formerly of Gananoque, at the age of 65. Dear brother of Carol Switzer and her partner Roland Welbanks of Picton. Dear uncle of Alex Welbanks of Picton. By halâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request, no visitation or funeral service.

Cremation to follow. If desired, donations to The Hastings and Prince Edward Lung Association would be appreciated by the family. (Cheques only please). Arrangements entrusted to The Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton, ON. www.whattamfuneralhome.com

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What prevents people from volunteering?

Just today we were sorting out an easy way to track which volunteers are unavailable because they’re travelling or unwell, or for some other reason.

We need a quick and easy reference for all of the Community Care staff members so that we don’t call people who have let us know that they’re away for awhile. Readers should be pleased to know that we have innovative staff here and a terrific solution has been devised.

This reminded me of what I read in the 2007 Canada Survey of Giving, Volunteering & Participating conducted by Statistics Canada.

One of the significant barriers to volunteering for people in Ontario, in fact 68 per cent of the people surveyed, said it was because they were unable to make a long-term commitment.

If you’ve been considering volunteer work and this issue is preventing you from making the decision to get involved, I want to personally assure you that Community Care can accommodate short-term volunteers, and those who are available for only certain days of the week or parts of a year.

Our staff meet with each

INFO FOR SENIORS

DEBBIE MACDONALD MOYNES potential new volunteer and work out a schedule that will accommodate the time commitment that people can give. That’s what volunteering is. It’s fitting the task into your busy life.

When looking at the results of the survey, in preparation for this column, I was astonished to read once again that 50 per cent of the respondents to the survey said they don’t volunteer “because no one asked”. If you’re in that half of the population, consider this a personal invitation from me to you for

involvement in the many programs and services offered here in the County

by Community Care.

And if our programs don’t fit your interests or time availability, we know about other agencies and opportunities where you can share your skills and time. Just call us at 613476-7493, or drop in and see us in The Armoury, 206 Main Street in Picton.

For more information on the 2007 Canada Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating visit www.givingandvolunteering.ca

INCOME TAX PROGRAM

Community Care is once again completing income tax returns for seniors and people on low income who live in Prince Edward County. If your single income is $25,000 or lower or your household income is $35,000 or lower, you may be eligible for the program.

Volunteers have been trained by Canada Revenue Agency to complete Income Tax Returns for eligible clients. Volunteers do not complete income tax and benefit returns for: deceased persons; bankrupt individuals; for those

with more than $1,000 of investment income; for individuals with capital gains/losses; or for people with business or rental income and expenses.

There is no charge, donations are accepted.

Home visits can be arranged for people who are shut-in. For information call 613-476-7493.

THINKING ABOUT YARD WORK?

Community Care has a list of workers who have been interviewed and checked by our staff. They are willing to do your outside work, light housekeeping, meal preparation, stay with a senior for a few hours or overnight, wash walls, and many other things that would help you live at home. Call 613-476-7493 for more information.

OFFICE CLOSED MARCH 9

The Community Care office will be closed for staff training on Wednesday, March 9th. Meals on Wheels will be delivered as usual on this day.

Ban not expected to have impact on rentals BYLAW, from page 11

Mathers said, however, the smoke-free Ontario officers do have the ability to lay charges and enforce bylaws under the Smoke-Free Ontario Act. Pam McRae, who was representing the Prince Edward County Soccer Association as well as Prince Edward County hardball and Prince Edward County Softball, also asked councillors to support the bylaw.

“Prince Edward County Soccer Association on its own has really tried to have a smoke-free area,” she said.”We play on two school fields where the bylaw is already in place, we have one large field though where it’s not enforced.”

McRae said the association has continually tried to regulate the situation and ask people not to smoke, but she said without a bylaw there’s nothing to stop them.

LOCAL NEWS TIP?

“It’s so difficult to watch a six year old play soccer and have a parent smoking three feet away and not moving because I can’t show them a sign,” she said. “If I could show these parents a sign it would just make our lives so much easier.”

Ameliasburgh councillor Janice Maynard expressed some concern about how the new bylaw would affect the rentals of the municipality’s halls and places like the Crystal

Palace.

“If you take a nine metre arc around the building itself and the 25 metres from the ball diamond I think that would prohibit smoking outside of the Crystal Palace for any kind of a function,” she said.

Recreation, parks and culture commissioner Barry Braun said he didn’t believe the bylaw would have any ramifications on rentals.

Call 613-476-3201

ANTIQUES & AUCTIONS

SUNDAY, MARCH 6 AUCTION!

Mount Tabor Playhouse badly needs money for repairs.

Fund raising Auction to be held on April 16th We need quality items and we will pick them up!

Pick-up between April 1st to April 11th

To donate, call: Leon McConnell at 613-476-6606 Doug Parker at 613-476-1543 Bruce Dowdell at 613-476-8891 Help keep this heritage building operating!

BE A GOOD NEIGHBOUR HELP FIX MOUNT TABOR

SATURDAY, MARCH 5 Preview @ 9:30 a.m. Auction @ 11:00 a.m.

Large Art & Antique Auction at 9 Elgin Street East, Cobourg, Ontario A Large Corporate Art Collection with over 225 Paintings, Prints & Watercolours. Large Selection of Glass, China, Silver, Silver Plate, Doulton Figures &, Jewellery. Furniture to include Pine Table, Settle Benches, Chest of Drawers, Upholstered Furniture, Large Mahogany Display Cabinet, Nest of Tables, Jenny Lind Bed, Victorian Dining Table & Chairs, Pine Drop Leaf Table, Desks. Watch Web Site for Updates.

For details and photo gallery go to www.waddingtons.ca/cobourg WADDINGTON’S 9 Elgin Street East @ Division Street, Cobourg, Ontario, Phone (905) 373-0501

Call 613-476-3201 to advertise your Auction in

The Picton Gazette

Preview @ 9:30 a.m. Auction @ 11:00 a.m.

Large & Interesting Auction Auction to include Estate Jewellery, Fur Coats, Crystal, Silver, Porcelain, Collection of Doulton Figurines Beswick Figurines, Feather Lite Sewing Machine, Signed Baccarat Crystal.

Furniture to include Carved Tall Boy Dresser & Dressing Table, 4 Poster Bed, Retro Dining Table, Mahogany Display Cabinet, Carved Ash Sideboard, Pair of Painted Twin Beds, Victorian Dining Table, Set of 6 Mahogany Dining Chairs, Pair of Console Tables, Painted Pine Harvest Table, Oak Settle Bench, Mahogany Sideboard, Numerous Chairs, Walnut Cedar Chest, Upholstered Furniture, Prints, Paintings, Watercolours & Oriental Carpets. Watch Web Site for Updates.

Indoor Yard Sale: Sunday @ 9:30 a.m.

For details and photo gallery go to www.waddingtons.ca/brighton WADDINGTON’S 101 APPLEWOOD DRIVE, BRIGHTON, ON KOH 1H0 Phone 1-613-475-6223

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 AT 5:00PM AUCTION SALE ATDOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE Round oak pedestal kitchen table/ 2 leaves, 2 maple chairs, solid oak bedstead with 2 matching night tables, coffee table, 2 weaving looms, one large one and one small one. Office chair.

Plant tables, A large qty. of smalls including glass & china, Set of Denby stoneware Seville pattern service for 8 & creamer & sugar. 12 place setting of Royal Albert “Val D’or” pattern dishes including tea & coffee pots, meat platter, cream & sugar, bread plate, cake platter, 3 tier pastry & s & p. Qty. of cross & olive crystal, vases. Qty. of costume jewelry including Coro, Avon, Celebrity, 18 kt gold ring, necklaces etc., A Tom Thomson print titled “ The Jack Pine”. Other prints, and numerous other pieces.

See my web site for detailed list AUCTIONEER: DOUG JARRELL 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com

New this week in The Picton Gazette FOUND BOX • White Mittens • Portable Battery Pack found in taxi • 2 Motorola phones • Bell LG phone • Toyota Corolla key • Christmas Tin found near park on King St. • Quorum Keys and Alarm • Large set of keys with “Montana” bottle opener And don’t forget, we still have many, many sets of keys.

HELP WANTED

COUNTY FARM CENTRE Part-time Seasonal Help is required at a fast-paced customer service driven outlet.

Positions would require DZ or AZ license and some heavy lifting may be involved.

Positions available in both the Picton and Foxboro areas.

Fax resumes to County Farm Centre Ltd. 613-476-3360 Attn: Jeff or email jeff.cfc@bellnet.ca

Working Supervisor for a ready-mix concrete company based in Prince Edward County, starting April 1, full time, year round. Must have experience with and will be responsible for foundation layout, concrete forming and concrete finishing. Also be responsible for the supervision of crew and site co-ordination.

Also looking for: -Well experienced persons in the field above -Class A or B licensed Crane Operator to run 24/95 Boom Truck Interested parties may respond in person to Power Concrete, 226 Upper Lake St., Picton fax: 613-476-6190 email: powerconcrete@bellnet.ca

CONTROLLER/ACCOUNTANT My client requires an experienced accounting person to assist in managing its business which is located in Prince Edward County.

Hospitality experience would be helpful.

The position is seasonal requiring 24 to 30 hours per week between May and October each year, and a few hours per week November to April each year — ideal for a snowbird.

Please respond with resume by mail or email to: Controller/Accountant Position Email controllerposition2@gmail.com Fax 613-399-5786 Mailing address: P.O. Box 610 Wellington, Ontario K0K 3L0

COUNTY FARM CENTRE Fuel Driver To assist with our continued success, we required an energetic and motivated fuel truck driver. Your first goal will be to deliver bulk fuel. You will also be responsible for daily inventory control, sales tickets and the safe operation and maintenance of the delivery truck. The position requires a DZ Driver’s Licence.

Interest applicants are asked to forward their resume and driver’s abstract, in confidence by March 20 to: County Farm Centre Manager, Fuel Operations 553 Ashley Street Foxboro, ON K0K 2B0

OFFICIAL NOTICE

PROPERTY TAX NOTICE

Please be advised that the 2011 Interim Tax Notices for all properties were mailed February 16, 2011, with a due date of March 15, 2011. If you do not receive your Tax Notice, please contact Shire Hall at (613) 476-2148 or (613)-962-9108.

Methods of payment: • In person at Shire Hall, cash, cheque or interac • By mail, cheque or post-dated cheque • Telephone/PC banking • Pre-authorized payment plan Please Note: • 2011 burning permits, and • 2011 dog tags • Are now available at all Prince Edward County Library locations.

Failure to receive a Tax Notice does not absolve the property owner from any taxes due or from penalty charges for late payment.

RoseMary Bédard Tax Collector

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Campbell plays with Helmer during brief AHL stint

GOALIE, from page 21

Campbell got the call and agreed to drive the three hours to Oklahoma City that evening to back up Jeff Deslauriers as the Barons faced off against the San Antonio Rampage.

But not before a stop at the airport as fate and good fortune continued to smile on the affable goalie that spends his summers in Bloomfield.

"My parents were actually flying in for the weekend," Campbell explained Tuesday from Laredo, Texas as his team was readying to face the Bucks.

In true Soupy fashion, Scott broke the news to his Mark and Heather with his trademark sense of humor.

"They were in the air when I got call, so I met them at the airport and said "Well, you aren't going to see me play in Allen this weekend," Campbell laughed.

When he explained they were about to drive the three hours north to to watch him crack the lineup of a team in

the AHL, the joke was quickly forgiven.

While Campbell knew going in that his time on the Barons roster would almost certainly end after the game, he said he was thrilled to be considered as a capable emergency back up.

"While it was pretty hectic getting to the rink and I missed a possible start in Allen, it was a very positive and a great experience," Campbell said of his game backing up Deslauriers The former Dukes didn't end with Campbell and Pitton. Liam Reddox has spent some time on the Barons roster this season while he hasn't been playing with the Oilers, however, the East York native was in Edmonton during Campbell's one game stay in the AHL. The granddaddy of the Dukes Bryan Helmer managed to land on the Barons roster after going without an AHL contract for the first part of the season.

In fact, Helmer played with Campbell's uncle former goaltender Dean Good-

man for a season when the Sault Ste. Marie native was patrolling the Dukes blueline in the late 1980s.

Campbell said he spoke to Helmer after the Barons 3-2 win (in which Helmer naturally had an assist and was a plus-1) and mentioned the fact Helmer had played with Goodman.

"He laughed and said 'Well, how old does that make me?'," Campbell said.

After talking about the county for a while (Helmer told Campbell he was at the Wellington & District Community Centre opening and raved about the new facility), it was time for Campbell to grab his gear and had back to the league leading Amerks and the CHL. But with a pocket full of memories.

"It was totally awesome and it give me something to build on," Campbell said.

"But for now I'm really focusing on my season here in Allen and the playoff drive.

It's a great team and a first class organization and I'm really excited about our chances in the playoffs."

Mayer earns pair of OUA gold medals

TRACK, from page 21

Once again, team accomplishments would push the Lions forward.

Mayer said rookie Birko Montinat, who ran the second leg desperately wanted a medal of his own and if Richards-Kwok was part of a winner, he’d secure four gold medals in the championship, making him a favourite for an OUA award as the top

opment plan. It includes a new primary care hospital in Picton, complete with inpatient beds, a 24-hour Emergency Room, diagnostic services, outpatient clinics, family physicians and community support services all operating in one location.

The partners expect that draft plans will be ready for consultation in the first quarter of 2011 and then go to the Ministry of Health and LongTerm Care in mid-2011.

“I am committed to ensuring that QHC Prince Edward County Memorial has a vibrant future. We believe this integrated model will be a model for sustainable, primary rural health care in Ontario,” said Egberts.

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“They shared the data with the physicians, and this process has been consistent in the way we’ve been working together towards the new integrated health care campus model here at PECMH,” Sprague said.

After making the announcement, QHC said the next step will be to meet with union partners to review the proposed plan, however, QHC has committed that no PECMH staff will involuntarily leave QHC or be transferred to another site as a result of these changes.

QHC president and CEO Mary Clare Egberts said she remains confident that the decision to move beds will not impact the number of services at PECMH and there will continue to be surge capacity for the high demand months.

“This transfer of beds ensures we have more capacity in Belleville to care for patients from right across the region who require more specialized care, such as inpatient surgery, cardiology, critical care and rehabilitation,” she said, adding QHC will evaluate the changes over the next three months, looking at various patient care indicators.

Speaking on behalf of his family physician colleagues in PEC, Dr. Josh Colby said, “While the physicians of Prince Edward County are

disappointed to see the loss of any beds from the Picton Hospital, we appreciate the commitment of QHC senior administration to keeping all of our nurses employed and keeping Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital vibrant and viable into the long term. We remain deeply committed to providing the highest quality health care to our patients at the Picton hospital and throughout all of QHC, and will continue to work closely with all QHC physicians and allied healthcare providers to do so.”

The process of developing the aforementioned campus model continues as QHC and the PEFHT work together on the long-term redevel-

national event.

Training continues for the student athletes who will leave for Quebec’s Eastern Townships March 9 and finish March 12. Mayer said their status shows their efforts were not in vain.

“It’s very pleasing to be ranked top in the province and high in the country, it’s just great to see all the hard work my team and I have put in is paying off for us.”

Return of healthy players bolsters Dukes lineup

DUKES, from page 21

Braden Kavaratzis scored the eventual game winner in the first and setup Cam Yuill's marker in the second.

Kavaratzis has been battling hard to regain his spot in the Dukes lineup after being felled by a knee injury late in the regular season.

“It's a good message to the rest of the guys in the dressing room that if you work hard enough and take it seriously you can overcome injuries quickly,”

PECMH campus model development continues

HOSPITAL, from page 1

male track athlete. RichardsKwok anchored the team and, Mayer recalls, his team wanted to give him a lead as Mayer handed off going into the final leg.

“We said we would give Dontae the lead and let him bring it home and we would lay everything on the line for him,” he said. It worked as the team posted an Ontariobest 3:19.7, which has the Lions ranked third for the

Abrams said. “Braden was outstanding for us in game four and we're quite happy to see him back in the lineup.”

With the sweep, Wellington will wait on the sidelines as the Kingston-Cobourg series heads to game seven this evening.

A Cougar win would vanquish the three seeded Vees and set up a CobourgWellington quarterfinal.

A Vees win would setup a series between Wellington

and the Villanova Knights.

Abrams said there were pros and cons to facing either Villanova or Cobourg.

"At least with Cobourg, we know the team pretty well and the travel is better then with Villanova," he said.

In terms of injuries, Abrams had hoped back up netminder Craig Rylett would start skating this week as he comes back from an injured groin and added Yuill was feeling better after battling a sinus infection.

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Globally, women’s pay equality, education, health and violence against them is worse than that of men.

Locally, women struggle with similar issues. We can help.

For the past six years our local event has been held in the Bloomfield Town Hall; but this year it moves to the Picton Town Hall from 12-2 pm.

Please bring a brown bag lunch if you wish.

Once again we thank the Prince Edward District Women's Institute for their generous financial support. Some of their members will be baking cakes to mark this 100th year birthday and these will be part of a silent auction.

This year the theme is “The Feminine Face of Spirituality”. Roz Bound, Lynne Donovan and Lynn Watson of the County will be speaking . As usual we will have inspiring music by Jeanette Arsenault and Rising Stars, rhythmic drumming as well as readings from local poets.

Donations of personal hygiene items and household goods for local agency Alternatives for Women will be welcomed and any money raised that day will go to a Canadian organization, 60 Million Girls - www.60milliongirls.org. This group raises money to help educate girls all over the world.

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County writers can submit original poetry or prose based on our theme, to be displayed and eventually published. Please send to Roz Bound, soulspirit@sympatico.ca, maximum 300 words by March 1.

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In our March 31st edition we will publish a special 4-colour feature just in time for the Prince Edward County Bridal Show.

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