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$12 million for new dialysis facility STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

HORRIBLE CRASH ON 17

Highway 17 at Philip Shrive Bridge, just outside Renfrew, was closed for eight hours Monday after a three-vehicle crash.

The crash involved two cars and a truck carrying a half-house.

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The news conference about $12 million in funding for Renfrew Victoria Hospital was full of joy, appreciation and tears.

The most emotional moment came shortly after Lori-Anne Hudson of Cobden told the story about how she gave birth to an extremely premature daughter after learning that she required dialysis treatment to stay alive.

Olivia was born weighing just one pound, seven ounces, but the nearly twoyear-old girl walked into Tuesday’s news conference at the hospital.

There she heard her mom say she’d soon not have to undergo dialysis treatment because she’ll soon receive a kidney transplant.

Hudson cried when she told her story, but regrouped to say, to laughter from the crowd, that she was pleased she won’t have to continue to be part of the dialysis program at the hospital.

First word of the announcement came eight days earlier, Aug. 15, when Ontario Minister of Health and Long-Term Care Deb Matthews phoned Renfrew Victoria Hospital CEO Randy Penney.

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Mercury photo by Steve Newman

DISMANTLING THE CP LINE Workers with the Manitoba company, Cando Ltd., sort through steel parts that are being salvaged from the abandoned Canadian Pacific railway bed. They will continue their salvage work between Cobden and Renfrew well into the fall. See story, Page 2

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Salvage time for CP rail through Renfrew Kansas and Manitoba companies dismantle century-old tracks STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

The Manitoba company, Cando Ltd., will be working in the Renfrew area into late October to help salvage equipment from Canadian Pacific’s abandoned rail bed.

A&K Railroad Materials, through its Canadian subsidiary Canadian Rail Track Material, won the salvage contract for the rail line that runs from Smiths Falls to Mattawa.

A&K, which is based out of Kansas City, has subcontracted out the dismantling and salvage of railway equipment, including the ties, anchors, spikes and other steel components, to Cando Contracting.

A&K is noted for its rail train that transports continuous-welded rail, Mercury photo by John Carter which is located along many sections of the line between Smiths Falls and A train engine on the tracks in Renfrew recently at- Mattawa. tracted a number of photographers.

Cando Ltd., which is located in Bran-

Celebration Aug. 31 at new Manor community garden The newly-formed Bonnechere Blooms Horticultural Society invites the public to the unveiling of the Seniors Therapeutic Community Garden at Bonnechere Manor.

This project, funded in part by the Government of Canada’s New Horizon for Seniors Program, has enabled the creation of a new seniors’ horticultural society and the development of accessible gardens specifically tailored for use by seniors in the community.

Over the past few months the new horticultural society was created, comprising of senior gardeners from across Renfrew County, including residents of the Bonnechere Manor long-term care home.

Through a collaborative effort with a Grade 2/3 class from Queen Elizabeth Public School in Renfrew earlier this spring, visiting youth worked together with seniors to design the club logo.

The newly-completed courtyard and garden space at Bonnechere Manor has been the central place of the Bonnechere Blooms Horticultural Society activity.

This new garden features raised and wheelchair-accessible flower and veg-

don, Man., is involved in a variety of railway-related activities.

These include the operation of the Barrie-Collingwood Railway in Ontario, industrial switching, and the dismantlement of rail lines in Alberta.

SOME OTTAWA VALLEY WORKERS More than a dozen Manitoba-based workers with Cando are on the job, between Cobden and Renfrew, to help with the dismantling process. The company has also hired another 10 or so workers from the Ottawa Valley.

The goal for 2011 is to collect 25 miles (or 40 kilometres) of the rail line.

“The pickup of the rail may be done by the end of September,” said Anne Cornay, the Calgary-based manager of inventory control and track rationalization for Canadian Pacific.

“We want two trains of material collected by September 1, with more to come (in the fall).”

Cando’s specific work for this contract involves three major types of equipment − wedging and lifting of the actual rails, prying out of the railway spikes, and collection of the spikes, plates and anchors. The latter

is commonly referred to as ATM, or Other Track Material.

The ATM is being transported by rail car to the Town of Renfrew where it is dropped at the end of Railway Avenue.

At that location, an excavator operates a large magnet to pick up the ATM and drop it in a bin beside a crew of five workers. That material runs along a conveyor belt, from which the workers hastily collect and drop the reusable steel into nearby containers. The uncollected material fills a container at the end of the conveyor built.

“We’ve been recycling for over 30 years, even before it was popular,” says Ann Lintott, an administrative assistant with Cando. The firm’s onsite supervisor is Alex Burr.

Cornay, of Canadian Pacific, suggested much of the salvaged rail will find a home on other rail lines across North America, and not have to be melted down, because it’s in such good condition.

Many plates and anchors will be relocated, while many of the spikes and rail ties will likely be sold. The track itself is in very good shape, said Cornay, indicating some of it was only laid in 2006.

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With the provincial election less than two months away, look for parties to argue over the pros and cons of competitive bidding for home-care services.

At an Aug. 17 news conference in Renfrew, local physiotherapist and Ontario Health Coalition spokesperson Sue McSheffrey called for the elimination of that bidding process.

She was joined by Ontario CUPE (Canadian Union of Public Employees) president Fred Hahn and Toronto-based personal support worker Connie Ndlovu in the drive to eliminate competitive bidding for homecare services in Renfrew County and across the province.

McSheffrey said 30 per cent of home-care services is spent on administration.

She said this money could be better used to improve wages and benefits for personal support workers, especially since most in Ontario are paid about $13 an hour, receive no benefits, and are not guaranteed full work weeks.

Most also pay for their own gas mileage between appointments.

Only about 8,300 of 30,000 personal support workers in Ontario belong to unions.

From a local perspective, McSheffrey said personal support workers have to pay for their own mileage expenses, and are not paid for time to travel between visits, even though appointments may be as far apart in one day as Griffith, Arnprior and Eganville.

The New Democratic Party supports the move to end competitive bidding (or compulsory contracting) of home-care services.

On the other hand, CUPE and the Ontario Health Coalition representatives say the Conservatives are supporting even

more privatization and the Liberals haven’t addressed the situation.

RENFREW COUNTY SERVICE At present, five agencies are contracted to supply home-care services in the Renfrew and Arnprior areas, says McSheffrey. All these workers are part-time.

According to McSheffrey, of the $182 million budget in the Champlain region (distributed

by Champlain LHIN) $127 million is for contracted services.

This includes $58 million for personal support work and $35 million for nursing.

“The answer is to stop this competitive bidding that makes profits more important than patients,” said McSheffrey.

“And if we can do that with this election, we will have come a long way.”

Recent Renfrew County statistics show about 3,500 clients receive care under the auspices of the Community Care Access Centres. These include children with special needs, palliative care patients and hospice residents.

In the face of continued competitive bidding for homecare services, the Toronto Star reported last year that home-care services in Ontario are feeling the squeeze.

“Community Care Access Centres, the government agencies charged with coordinating health services in the province, have been forced to refer only the most needy cases for help,” said the Star.

“That means other outpatients who need services such as occupational therapy or speech-language therapy must go without or pay for themselves for private service.”

Evidence, said the Star, included a 24 per cent drop in home visits by occupational therapists in the 2008-09 period, and a 40 per cent drop in visits by speech-language pathologists, from 461,000

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CUPE Ontario president Fred Hahn was one of the speakers at last week’s news conference. He is joined by physiotherapist and Ontario Health Coalition spokesman Sue McSheffrey (left) of Renfrew and personal support worker Connie Ndlovu of Toronto. All three called for an end to the competitive bidding process for home-care services across the province. to 274,000, from 2007-08 to the following year.

Across Ontario, said McSheffrey, 18,500 hospital beds have closed since 1990, including 600 last year.

“For years, we were told that homecare was supposed to step in and cover for the cut hospital services. For years, we were told that homecare would become a vital part of the health-care system,” said McSheffrey.

“But, instead we find that there are very inadequate services in the community.”

A large part of the problem, she says, is the competitive bidding process that began with Premier Mike Harris’s Conservative government in 1996.

Fifteen years later, McSheffrey says Ontario’s homecare system

continues to be plagued by inadequate and rationed services, high administrative costs and staff shortages.

‘NO WAY TO RUN AN INDUSTRY’ “That’s no way to run any kind of industry, let alone health care,” said CUPE Ontario president Hahn, who said competitive bidding has resulted in bad working conditions, high turnover of workers, extreme administrative costs, and unpredictable and irregular working hours for home-care workers.

CUPE says the steps needed include the end of competitive bidding and direct hiring of care staff by the Community Care Access Centres.

“Move to a system where at

least 50 per cent of services are provided directly by the CCAC to set a high standard of quality care,” says CUPE’s backgrounder on home-care principles.

Regarding home care in Renfrew County, McSheffrey said, “The most important thing is what it’s done to the workers and, by result, the patients.

They’re just not getting the care they need anymore because the profits come first.

“So workers have seen their wages drop, and we see a big turnover in staff, and that’s not good for patient care.”

CUPE news conferences on competitive bidding of homecare services were also held this month in Hamilton, Whitby, Sudbury, Ottawa, North Bay and Timmins.

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Above left: Champlain LHIN (Local Health Integration Network) CEO Alex Munter listens as Champlain LHIN chairman Wilbert Keon responds to the announcement that about $12 million is going to the Renfrew hospital for a new, two-storey dialysis facility. Former Renfrew resident Norm Durocher, who now lives in Arnprior, says the quality of treatment by staff is top notch in Renfrew Victoria Hospital’s dialysis unit. However, he says RVH’s new facility should make both treatment and scheduling easier for more dialysis patients.

Huge funding announcement for Renfrew hospital Continued from front That morning she told him the ministry would be funding the hospital up to $12 million to build a new two-storey dialysis facility.

This represents 90 per cent funding, with the hospital required to foot the remaining 10 per cent of the construction cost. The funds are part of the Ontario government’s 10-year capital plan that will permit the hospital to add about 5,600 dialysis treatments per year.

“This is a game-changer, ladies and gentlemen,” said MPP John Yakabuski.

Patients here will benefit from a ruralbased centre of excellence that oversees the treatment of chronic kidney care, said Alex Munter, CEO for the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), which distributes ministry funding for health care in the region.

Munter also noted that hospital CEO Penney is respected as a leader who has been a tireless advocate for the project.

Munter also praised local MPP John Yakabuski, who attended the same news conference, for his support for the same project.

Munter was joined at the speaker’s podium by Wilbert Keon, founder and former head of the famed Ottawa Heart Institute. Now Champlain LHIN’s board

Renfrew Victoria Hospital CEO Randy Penney, left, waits to speak during Tuesday’s news conference. Seated beside him are dialysis patient Lori-Anne Hudson of Cobden and RVH hospital board chairman Andy Boldt.

chair, Keon said board members were convinced of the value of the project during a visit earlier this year.

A vote in March 2011 to support the project came, said Keon, after seeing the dire need for more dialysis treatment in the area.

It’s an important project for LHIN because it brings services closer to residents in rural Ontario, where they are best delivered, as opposed to relying on patients to commute practically daily to Ottawa for dialysis.

Keon, who says he worked closely with RVH for years when he was at the heart institute, says the money is a great example of how the growing needs of the public are met with the help of the ministry.

Other invited guests also applauded the funding announcement.

hospital despite tough economic times.

Since the RVH dialysis program in 1993, there have been more than 150,000 dialysis treatments.

The number of treatments has also grown over time, to the point where capacity had reached about 100 per cent, instead of a preferred 85 per cent, said Penney.

As a result, some Renfrew County residents were being forced to commute to the city for treatment.

“Dialysis that is week in, week out, year in, year out, is just is too much of a pressure on patients and their families,” said Munter. “The exodus was starting, and you could see where it was headed (with more city commutes for treatment).”

Penney says the new facility will be built at the southeast side of the building,

‘JUST WAY OVER THE TOP’ Hospital board chairman Andy Boldt said, “This is indeed a very great day for Renfrew Victoria Hospital.”

RVH nephrology director Dr. Nicole Delbrouck exclaimed, “This $12 million expansion is just way over the top.”

CEO Penney also called it a great day for the hospital, with the Ministry of Health showing confidence in a smaller

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The ministry, meanwhile, has also permitted the hospital to build more parking spots around the helicopter pad. And the new dialysis facility will also increase treatment capacity by more than 30 per cent, with the number of treatment stations jumping from 14 to 20.

In 2009, treatments at RVH and its satellite units at Pembroke Regional Hospital and St. Francis Memorial Hospital (Barry’s Bay) totalled 16,692. With the new dialysis facility, the number of annual treatments is expected to surpass 22,000.

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Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums members Brian Brown and Dr. Lance Miller parade, to The Pamela Reid Highland dancers provided entertainment between the sets by the Renthe applause of their audience, at the end of their opening performance Tuesday, Aug. frew Highland Pipes and Drums.

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Swirl of the bagpipes delights O’Brien Park audience

The McDougall Mill Museum and Bonnechere River make a beautiful backdrop for the Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums concert in O’Brien Park.

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Pipe Major Allan Cole leads the Renfew Highland Pipes and Drums as a mother and child look on during the band’s concert in the park. Each year the local band perform two public concerts, one in Low Square in downtown Renfrew and the other in the historic O’Brien Park along the Bonnechere River. A large and appreciative audience enjoyed the free Aug. 23 concert.

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“Oh, gosh, I can’t even put it in words,â€? said Arnprior driver Janet Dunlop, who looked in her rear-view mirror to see a horrific accident on Philip Shrive Bridge Monday morning. “It’s something I’ve never pictured before. It was loud enough ‌ I was wondering why they (other drivers) were all moving over (to the side of the road).â€?

Paramedics, the OPP, and members of two fire departments rushed to Philip Shrive Bridge late Monday morning following a collision involving three vehicles and at least five drivers or passengers.

Carole Lemieux, 53, of Hearst, Ont., who was driving eastbound in a charcoal-coloured Chevrolet Equinox, was extricated from her vehicle by members of the Renfrew Fire Department.

The extrication occurred after her car bounced off the side of a halfhouse being transported by truck.

Lemieux apparently had pulled to the left to avoid hitting the braking transport truck also headed east on

Highway 17.

After hitting the wide load in the other lane, her car returned into the eastbound lane, where the Equinox was hit from behind by a silver Pontiac GT. Lemieux was transported by Ornge air ambulance to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital, then to the Ottawa Hospital, where Tuesday she remained in serious condition. Her injuries are serious, but not considered life-threatening.

Two passengers, Lemieux’s husband and daughter, suffered minor injuries and were transported to Renfrew Victoria Hospital.

PEMBROKE DRIVER The driver of the Pontiac, Elizabeth Westover, 25, of Pembroke, also suffered minor injuries. She was also transported to Renfrew Victoria Hospital.

Ronnie Jones, 49, of Chesterville, Ont., who was pulling a half-house with his 2002 International truck, was uninjured and remained on the scene.

Truck driver John Heuff of Newington, Ont., who was following Jones

when the first collision occurred, were both headed to Sault Ste. Marie with their half-house wide loads. “It all happened so quickly,� Heuff told The Mercury. “Instead of avoiding the other (vehicle), I think she pulled from (my left) and hit the house. “We were on this side of the (centre).

I think someone else saw the wide load (on Jones’s truck) and got nervous and there was a chain reaction.�

Eastbound driver Jamie Hargrave of Pembroke was among witnesses who called 9-1-1.

Eight paramedics, including one who volunteers with the Horton Fire Department, were also on the scene.

The Renfrew OPP rerouted traffic through Renfrew.

The bridge wasn’t reopened until about 7 p.m. Monday. Members of the OPP Technical Traffic Collision Investigators unit and the Horton Fire Department worked on the scene Monday afternoon. The lead investigation officer is Const. Sylvie Caouette of the Renfrew OPP. Because the investigation is ongoing, Const. Janice Sawbridge says it’s unknown if any charges will be laid.

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Dean Black sings the classic ‘When you wish upon a star’ during Sunday afternoon’s performance of Do You Believe in Magic.

The musical production, focusing on Broadway hits, is raising funds for Renfrew hospital equipment.

Sisters Christine and Molly Helferty perform Irving Berlin’s ‘Sisters’ from the hit musical White Christmas. Their booming voices and obvious confidence was a crowd favourite during Sunday’s performance.

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singing the theme song.

“It’s come full circle,” Dagg said. “It’s very family oriented, and it’s about building community.

“If you could see backstage and all the homemade food brought by the stage mothers. The youngest is six years old and the oldest is in their 70s.”

HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME Some songs performed this year include ‘Imagine,’ by John Lennon; ‘God help the outcast,’ from the Hunchback of Notre Dame; ‘When you wish upon a

star,’ from Pinocchio; and ‘Don’t rain on my parade,’ from Funny Girl.

The organizers also create songs and pen the script.

The group has raised more than $50,000 for healthcare related causes.

They are hoping for $5,000 to $10,000 this year, with the money going toward the purchase of a digital mammography unit the Renfrew hospital.

Another sign of Really Cool Initiatives success has to do with its cast numbers.

It started out with 15 members. This year’s show has more than 40.

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They were believing in magic by the hundreds this week at St. Joseph’s Catholic High School, locale of a biannual musical production that celebrates Broadway classics.

Do You Believe in Magic? was the name of this year’s Really Cool Initiatives performance. Turnout to the charity fundraiser was high for the first few shows and, according to organizer Cathy Dagg on Tuesday, it was expected to be even better for the later shows.

“It’s been amazing. Last night was almost a full house (of 300),” Dagg said.

“The cast was bang on and fed off the audience’s reaction. We’re looking for a full house tonight.”

This year was a special one for Dagg, who along with husband Norm created the group 12 years ago.

Back then their daughter, Jennifer St. Michael, played a central role in the familyfocused theatre troupe.

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Jack’s great hope

Serving Layton was an honour

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ack Layton died Monday, in the early hours of the morning. A giant, his fall was felt across the country.

Canadians nationwide poured out their grief for Jack. The widespread admiration felt for him – some because of his views, some despite them – is among the man’s finest legacies. He is widely remembered as a fighter, a man of strong ideals, and a person you’d be happy to call your neighbour.

Outside his home in downtown Toronto, where he lived and died alongside his partner Olivia Chow, orange flowers quickly piled up. In Ottawa, people gathered to pay tribute on Parliament Hill, where the Peace Tower’s flag had sunk to half-mast.

Politicians of all stripes recalled their fondest memories and favourite qualities of the NDP leader, a true achievement in a climate pock-marked by partisanship.

Though he couldn’t keep his promise to return to the House of Commons in September, he made another pact in his final message to us. In Parliament, it will be as powerful as presence as his empty seat.

By crowning a decades-long political career with the landmark success of his New Democrats in the May 2 election, Jack secured his status as that party’s greatest leader. But it was in his final letter that his great spirit shone brightest.

For almost 30 years, from Toronto City Council to Parliament Hill, he chose his battles with his heart and fought them with limitless guts. Optimism and integrity are remembered as hallmarks of his career. It was with words of hope, however, that he chose to make his exit. In a letter to Canadians published hours after his death, Jack wrote that hope is a precious commodity in our world, and promised us we can change the world, if only we believe in its power. Those who “are on journeys to defeat cancer and live their lives” must maintain their hope and determination, he wrote. “Don’t be discouraged that my own journey hasn’t gone as well as I had hoped.”

Those in his party, and those in his caucus, he implored not to lose faith in their cause, but to recommit to it with even greater energy and determination. And to those young people, who look out at their futures and see an array of overwhelming challenges, who are more and more engaging in politics with their dreams and frustrations, he implored them not to lose hope that they have the power to change the world for the better.

But it was his final words – powerfully capped with the inclusive “We” – that touched so many, and will keep his spirit alive and fighting for years to come. “My friends,” Layton wrote.

“Love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear.

Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And we’ll change the world.”

As the day approaches where 307 members will enter a House of Commons that feels remarkably empty, let us not forget Jack’s great spirit, that bridged political chasms and stared cancer, humanity’s great leveler, square in the eyes. And let’s not forget Jack’s great hope: that we can make the world – in which “life’s highs and lows are inextricably linked,” as he once prophetically wrote – a better place.

STATEMENT

Deeply saddened by Layton’s death I was deeply saddened to learn this morning of the death of Leader of the Official Opposition Jack Layton.

When I last saw Mr. Layton in the House of Commons following the May election, I congratulated him on the vigorous election campaign we had all fought together.

I shared his determination

the summer Parliamentary recess would provide him with the break he needed to get ready for the fall session.

Jack Layton was in a unique position among many Canadians, some of whom sympathized with things he had to say even though their politics differed.

On behalf of my husband

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Jamie and our family, I offer to his wife, my fellow MP colleague Olivia, his family, and to his colleagues and friends, our heartfelt condolences.

Our prayers and best wishes are with you during the grieving process.

MPP Cheryl Gallant Renfrew-NipissingPembroke

We’ll miss you, Jack Queen’s Park – Today (Monday) New Democrats lost a leader, a mentor and a friend. Jack Layton taught Canadians a new kind of politics.

He inspired a generation of voters with his principles of compassion, fairness and equality. He set an example. He

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I had the honour and privilege of representing the Renfrew Nipissing Pembroke New Democrats three times under leader Jack Layton.

I was at the convention when he became our leader and watched him build our party from the ground up.

I rejoiced in the unprecedented success in the last election and am heartbroken at the loss of a true leader.

It is so sad that he won’t get to enjoy the fruits of his labour as leader of the opposition and live in Stornaway.

More than that, I also knew him as a friend and mentor and I grieve his loss.

My condolences go out to his wife Olivia, children Mike and Sarah and granddaughter Beatrice.

They shared him with us all these years and now we share their pain and loss. He will be missed.

Sue McSheffrey Renfrew

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brought us together. He spoke to all Canadians, in the cities, in the north, in the country and on the coasts. My heart goes out to Olivia, Mike, Sarah and all of Jack’s family and friends. We’ll miss you Jack.

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vent this garbage pile from becoming the health nightmare it has become (Bylaw 12-2000 sections 4.10, 4.13, 4.15 and 4.20), yet I remain disappointed and shocked due to the town’s lack of action or inadequate communication.

The citizens of Renfrew should all be concerned with this garbage pile for many health reasons, particularly since the high school is across the street.

Open garbage attracts wild animals, but most seriously, vermin.

Vermin, to include rats and mice, are known for carrying diseases and are a menace to the households they infest.

The residents of Bonnechere Street and the surrounding area should also consider that this garbage pile is drawing vermin like a magnet, and as the seasons become colder, I am concerned they will begin to look elsewhere for shelter.

As an ending note, I appeal to the citizens of Renfrew to share their concerns about this health hazard with our town council and town employees who are responsible for consistently maintaining our bylaws for the safety and well-being of its citizens.

Good leadership starts from the top down, and by-laws are not implemented to be arbitrarily maintained, so this experience leaves one to wonder who is responsible for holding our publicly-funded town council and town employees accountable.

Sincerely, John Hass and Nicole Vaillancourt-Hass Renfrew

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figuring of the compost area at Bonnechere Street. In my view, a footprint reduction is not likely to reduce the impact this compost area is having in the neighborhood.”

I was shocked that he was unwilling to enforce a bylaw that he is responsible for enforcing.

At this point I wrote a letter to our mayor, council, reeve and development and works director.

Only two councillors in 2010, Gail Cole and Bill Guyea, and Tom Anderson in 2011, had the courtesy to call and see/smell what the problem was.

Unfortunately, two months later, the problem was partially resolved after being referred to the property standards committee.

Shortly thereafter, the neighbour was instructed to dismantle the garbage pile and build it to town specifications, yet it is still not in line with our town laws. Should our chief building official have adequately followed the town bylaw from the beginning, this problem would not still be continuing 14 months after it began, and begs to question what other bylaws our chief building inspector is choosing to ignore.

My landlord has been in contact with the necessary officials at town hall incessantly; from councillors, to reeve, to mayor, to chief building inspector, and the director of development and works, so it astounds me that so many people who are paid with public tax dollars are unable to figure out a reasonable and timely solution.

There are more than enough town bylaws that could be easily cited to pre-

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To the editor: It is with great disappointment and frustration that I write this letter to you. For the past 14 months I have been waiting for the Renfrew town council and employees to take action regarding a garbage pile in my neighbour’s backyard.

When the problem first arose my neighbour had an open compost pile in the backyard; I refer to this compost pile as garbage because this neighbour neither turns or spreads the broken down material to enrich one’s soil.

This garbage pile is the lazier means to dispose of garbage, which includes kitchen scraps and whole rotting vegetables/fruit.

The offensive odour becomes quite intense during the hot and humid summer months, and the smell prevents us from opening our windows or drives us inside to escape the nauseating stench.

When this issue began in May 2010 I started by contacting our town chief building official and researched the town bylaws myself. When I pointed out bylaw 12-2000, section 4.20, which specifically deals with compost piles, I stated that composts must be a specific size and enclosed on all sides.

The chief building official did not refute that I was correct, but declined to take any action and responded by saying: “Yes I agree with you, the footprint of the composter area is in excess of one square meter, however on mass (length x width x height) it is not as large as it could be, under the provisions of 4.20. Therefore I am not prepared at this time to force a recon-

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Pension dreams a nightmare for some To the editor: Most of the people of this country have a bad case of “As long as it doesn’t happen to me.”

The majority of people, including those who consider themselves religiously righteous or otherwise “good,” do not care if physical, emotional or financial harm comes to others – not even family – as long as they feel secure.

That is why the majority of people who are well-heeled, or at least comfortable, have greeted the news that the government intends to get rid of welfare with enthusiastic applause.

They labour under the mistaken belief that it (a) can’t happen to them and (b) will mean more money from the government coffers coming their way.

Most people are ignoring the large-print-and-underlined writing on the wall that the governments of this country – the people they vote for religiously – intend to get rid of pensions. Not

just the disability pensions and welfare pensions that so many want to deny to the poor and the disadvantaged.

No, the statements of government officials clearly indicate they intend to get rid of all oldage pensions, too.

Pensions to veterans and to the families of fallen soldiers will inevitably be on the block, as well.

It’s only a matter of time before ALL of us are left high and dry.

The only pensions the politicians consider sacrosanct are the indexed pensions they give themselves on top of their salaries.

Are you going to wake up only when they cut off your income?

Are you going to live in denial of government treason and corruption even then?

Yours truly, Michel Gregoire Renfrew

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The Rising Star Series of three horse show clinics held its second horse show clinic of the 2011 season on Saturday, Aug. 20 at JCS Stables just outside of Arnprior.

Saturday proved to be a gorgeous day with some sun, a beautiful breeze and fortunately, the rain held off long enough to finish the clinic.

Competitors, coaches and spectators gained knowledge through comments and evaluations from hunter/jumper judge Kitty Bowland of Ottawa.

There are a lot of individuals responsible for bringing these horse show clinics together but the participants are the most important. We also want to thank the generosity of our sponsors and the numerous volunteers who help to provide for a safe, fun-filled and exciting day.

Top-three finishers at the Aug. 20 JCS Stables Rising Star Series Horse Show Clinic are as follows.

BEGINNER DIVISION, SPONSORED BY RENFREW VALLEY NAPA Walk/Trot Equitation – Abigail Burton on Galaxy; Ellie Collins on Sierra; Erin Mash on Gusen Tyke; Walk/Trot Pleasure – Ellie Collins on Sierra, Alison Forster on Sleeping Beauty, Abigail Burton on Galaxy; Equitation over Trotting Poles – Abigail Burton on Galaxy, Ellie Collins on Sierra, Carrie Lacombe on Audi. Beginner Division Champion – Abigail Burton riding Galaxy.

HACK DIVISION, SPONSORED BY PLAINTREE SYSTEMS Road Hack – Megan Cassidy on Quest, Cassie Young on Blaney, Kendra Edgell on Grand Secret; Pleasure Hack – Gail Gayda on Spirit, Kaylyn Bradt on Saphron; Stephanie Womack on Dexter. Open Equitation – Amber Hutching riding Amber’s Revenge, Stephanie Skarica on Spot On, Megan Cassidy riding Quest. Hack Division Champion – Megan Cassidy riding Quest.

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2’6” HUNTER DIVISION, SPONSORED BY MATT FORREST, FARRIER 2’6” Hunter Over Fences – Stephanie Skarica on Ankelita, Morgan Turpin on Tigerlilly, Samantha Pollex on Justa Hot Tomale; 2’6” Hunter Equitation Over Fences – Stephanie Skarica on Ankelita, Samantha Pollex on Justa Hot Tomale, Ashley Boselli on Kahlua; 2’6” Hunter Under Saddle – Morgan Turpin on Tigerlilly, Stephanie Skarica on Ankelita, Samantha Pollex on Justa Hot Tomale. 2’6” Hunter Division Champion – Stephanie Skarica riding Ankelita.

Brenna Cone on Timbit at the Rising Star clinic and competition. Photo courtesy Shirley Ann Cone Over Fences – Cassandra Mair on Have a Little Faith, Emily Croft on Bucko, Kaylyn Bradt on Saphron; Novice Hunter Rider Equitation Over Fences – Caitlyn Cassidy on August, Cassandra Mair on Have a Little Faith, Julie Campbell on Paddycakes; Novice Hunter Rider Under Saddle – Cassandra Mair on Have a Little Faith, Caitlyn Cassidy on August, Stephanie Womack on Dexter. Novice Rider Division Champion – Cassandra Mair on Have a Little Faith.

NOVICE HORSE, SPONSORED BY JCS STABLES Novice Hunter Horse Over Fences –Amber Hutching on Amber’s Revenge, Bryanna Desarmia on Practically Princess, Kaylyn Bradt on Saphron; Novice Hunter Horse Equitation Over Fences – Kaylyn Bradt on Saphron, Amber Hutching on Amber’s Revenge, Gail Gayda on Spirit; Novice Hunter Horse Under

Saddle – Bryanna Desarmia riding Practically Princess, Jenna Cassidy on Cherokee, Amber Hutching on Amber’s Revenge. Novice Horse Division Champion – Amber Hutching riding Amber’s Revenge.

PONY HUNTER, SPONSORED

BY JENN SPRATT, COLDWELL BANKER Pony Hunter Over Fences – Caitlyn Cassidy on August, Cassandra Mair on Have a Little Faith; Pony Hunter Equitation Over Fences – Emily Croft on Bucko, Caitlyn Cassidy on August, Cassandra Mair on Have a Little Faith; Pony Hunter Under Saddle – Cassandra Mair on Have a Little Faith, Emily Croft on Bucko, Caitlyn Cassidy on August. Pony Hunter Division Champion –Caitlyn Cassidy riding August.

2’3” HUNTER DIVISION, SPONSORED BY RITCHIE FEED AND SEED

2’9” HUNTER DIVISION, SPONSORED BY LINDA LEDBETTR 2’9” Hunter Over Fences – Morgan Turpin on Tigerlilly, Kaitlyn Dalcourt on Pharoh, Alexa Charbonneau on Against All Odds; 2’9” Hunter Equitation Over Fences - Morgan Turpin on Tigerlilly, Alexa Charbonneau on Against All Odds, Kaitlyn Dalcourt on Pharoh; 2’9” Hunter Under Saddle – Morgan Turpin on Tigerlilly, Kaitlyn Dalcourt on Pharoh, Alexa Charbonneau on Against All Odds.

2’9” Hunter Division Champion – Morgan Turpin riding Tigerlilly.

Our next Rising Star Series Horse Show Clinic is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 17 at 8:30 a.m.

Kitty Bowland, a certified judge and hunter/jumper coach is our featured judge for the day.

Spectators are always welcome!

For boarding or lesson information, or if you would like additional information about JCS Stables, please contact Julie Skarica at 613622-7757 or visit our website at www.JCSstables.com.

Plenty of horses at Renfrew Fair Indulge your love of horses at the 2011 Renfrew Fair. Belgian, Clydesdale, Percheron, they’ll all be there at the annual agricultural showcase, hosted by the Renfrew Agricultural Society. There will be heavy, light and commercial horse shows.

Sunday at noon the Pinnacle International Horse Drawing competition is held in front of the grandstand.

The 2011 Renfrew Fair opens Wednesday, Sept. 7 and closes at 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11.

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ATTENTION VETERANS, EX-SERVICE PERSONNEL AND DEPENDENTS Eligibility for benefits through Veterans Affairs has changed and new programs offered under the New Veterans’ Charter. This means you may now qualify for one or more of the following: – Disability Pension or a lump sum award for disabilities related to service; – Treatment Benefits; – War Veterans’ and Widows’ allowance; – Earnings loss income, Supplementary retirement income, Extended health coverage, Educational assistance, etc.

– Home assistance or help with the cost of care in nursing or retirement homes – Benevolent Fund assistance Mr. John Morrison (Service Bureau Officer from the Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command) will be visiting RCL Branch #148, Renfrew one day during

THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 12TH, 2011 Anyone wishing more assistance or information on the benefits should leave their name, address and phone number with the Branch Secretary at 613432-6450 so that you may be contacted about the exact date and time of interviews.

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John and Lois Smith, former key members of the Renfrew Horticultural Society, try out the Nellie MacEwen bench at the Horton Community Centre.

Gathered around ‘Nellie’s bench’ at the Horton Community Centre are, in front Val Miller, left, and Elizabeth Laska; and in back, from left, Ann Pountney, Dorothy Cooke, Annemarie Neff, Chris Edgar, Doris Humphries, Jean Logan and Red Pountney. Mercury photos by John Carter

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The memory of Nellie MacEwen lives on at the Horton Community Centre.

Family and friends, including many former Renfrew Horticultural Society members, have donated and dedicated a memorial bench in her name as a tribute to her many contributions to the community.

Nellie Ruth Downing MacEwen was a free spirit who left a mark in the two decades she lived on River Road in Horton. She and husband, Don, were instrumental in reviving the Renfrew Horticultural Society in the 1990s and she actively volunteered in several community initiatives.

She left behind many friends when she moved back to the U.S. to be near her daughters six years ago before dying in 2006.

Former horticultural society president Val Miller said MacEwen was an artist, writer, gardener, tireless unsung volunteer, wife, mother and dear friend.

“She was accepting of others, their differences, opinions and ideas. She found the best in everyone and every situation; made the most out of her life and quietly helped others to do the

same,” she said.

“When asked what she remembered, my daughter Kait simply recalled, ‘she was like a grandmother’.”

Miller said the bench seems appropriate in that MacEwen, fighting arthritis and a heart condition, spent much time walking with many stops for rest in her later years. More often than not her chosen rest spots were on a curb, step, planter or other available ledge, as very seldom was there a bench available.

She noted the memorial bench is built from recycled plastics and will last without maintenance for at least 25 years. “Being an horticulturalist and a strong proponent of natural gardening, I think she would approve,” said Miller.

“We miss her, think of her often and know that in some small way she has made many lives better.”

Elizabeth Laska said despite MacEwen’s ailments, her energy and enthusiasm were awesome. “She was always ready to lead a campaign, plant a tree, pull a weed or lend a hand.”

Laska said MacEwen was a born horticulturist, having a father who was a market gardener in Texas. After she moved to Canada from Salt Lake City, she often

commented that she loved Canada because “trees just grow here; you didn’t even have to plant them.”

Laska called MacEwen’s garden a “wonderland of trials and tribulations. She loved to try new plants to feed the body and the soul.”

Laska and MacEwen worked with junior gardeners at Queen Elizabeth school. “We also did presentations to the junior grades at the public schools in Renfrew on butterfly gardens and heritage garden presentations for Heritage Day.” MacEwen volunteered at the old Bonnechere Manor, doing garden and craft demonstrations and growing plants with residents, and was a member of the Brown Baggers craft group.

She was the instigator of the public gardens at the Renfrew Victoria Hospital, library, Ma-Te-Way Park and the visitor’s information centre. She was a member of the women’s institute and volunteered at the Renfrew Fair in the exhibition hall for years.

MacEwen was also a master organizer, said Laska, noting she revived the horticultural society, was president for two different terms and held many other positions with the organization.

“She was usually the first to

greet you at the door and the one who would turn out the lights.”

Laska said MacEwen was always a gracious hostess, an artist and an accomplished flower arranger.

“She was always organizing flower arranging workshops to share her knowledge with us less fortunate,” she said.

“She brought the exhibits of the horticultural society and the fair to a new level.”

Ann Pountney said MacEwen’s meticulous flower arranging was “amazing” and her wild garden a wonder.

Dorothy Cooke remembered MacEwen’s generosity and her artistic flair, stemming from years as a window designer in Salt Lake City.

In a tribute to MacEwen, Jim and Ila Ferguson wrote that she was a person of many remarkable traits.

“She was always willing to help; always willing to listen and make constructive comments; always had an idea and would help carry it out; always gave of herself and her many abilities; always made you welcome in her home; and never forgot the proper protocol to make people feel comfortable,” they wrote.

“She was certainly a friend and collogue of all those that made her acquaintance. A friend indeed.”

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Birds gather in flocks to prepare for migration JIM FERGUSON SCENE FROM THE HAWK’S EYE

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Immature bald eagle, no white head, no white tail.

Two mourning doves snuggle side by side from a high branch, enjoying one of the last summer sunsets from McLean Street in Renfrew.

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A REMARKABLE FLIGHT William Cochran and several of his coworkers captured a grey-checked thrush (the birds nest in Renfrew County) in Illinois and attached a very small radio transmitter to it. The bird was then released and it took off for the next leg of its journey.

The ornithologists followed the bird in a light plane. During a thunderstorm the plane was forced to land and after refuelling Cochran and the group took off after the thrush. They located it by the transmitter signal and followed the bird until it landed in Wisconsin.

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The northern harrier cruises close to the ground and has a white rump patch; a red-tailed hawk has a red tail and a dark breast band; an immature red-tail has narrow black and white tail bands; a turkey vulture carries its wings above the horizontal in a “V” position; a mature bald eagle has a white head and tail, an immature bald eagle has a smattering of white feathers on the underside of the wings; the long, narrow wings of an osprey appear broken at the wrist; a rough-legged hawk hovers above the ground while hunting and has a white rump patch; a common raven has a “V” shaped tail and their wings can be heard when they fly overhead.

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The behaviour of our birds has changed from quarrelling over mates, nesting territories and food sources to a cooperative effort to protect themselves against predators and help locate food sources. Rather than search for food in a very small territory they expand their search over a very large area. Sizeable numbers of birds are required to carry out this task.

Flocks range in size from a few families, goldfinches and meadowlarks, to the millions of red-winged blackbirds, starlings and grackles that gather every fall in roosts around the country.

Hunting in flocks can be more profitable than hunting alone. A flock of common mergansers will swim along the shore of a lake and force small fish into shallow water where they are easier to catch. Ravens are able to steal the food of other birds by having one or two individuals distract the feeding bird will others steal the food.

Black-capped chickadees are very adept at foraging in their territorial ranges which attracts other species such as nuthatches, downy woodpeckers and brown creepers. The birds follow the chickadees and will join a bird that they see feeding successfully.

Flock gatherings are also information-collecting sites. Communal roosts provide a place where individual birds can gather and pass on the location of food sources. Birds were tagged with coloured ribbons and then followed when the birds left the roost to forage.

They flew to sources where birds had foraged successfully the day before.

Information regarding the location of roosts is always welcome.

Ron and Sybil Ferguson have northern harrier hunting in fields where the second cut of hay has been harvested.

The shorter grass allows the hawks a better view of scurrying moles, voles and mice.

Northern harriers are easily identified by their habit of soaring over a hunting territory about 15 feet (five metres) above the ground. When potential food is spotted they drop down very quickly on their unsuspecting prey.

QUICK IDENTIFICATION Hawks on the wing are difficult to identify but there are a few field marks that will help put a name on them.

Glenn Smith had a hummingbird moth visit the blossoms of the phlox plants in his garden.

Hummingbird moths or clearwing moths, so called because the here are no scales on the surfaces of the wings.

There are three species of clearwing moths in Ontario: the hummingbird clearwing, the snowberry clearwing and the slender clearwing.

They are day fliers that hover at flowers and drink nectar. They are brightly coloured and feed on hawthorn, honeysuckle, lilac, snowberry, low blueberry and dogbane.

Watch and listen for these remarkable additions to our helpful garden insects.

NOTICE OF MEETING CHANGE STANDING COMMITTEE September 22, 2011 9:00 a.m.

COTW Cancelled for September

COUNCIL MEETING September 29, 2011 4:30 p.m.

Enjoy your birding. Ila and Jim Ferguson, 5313 River Road, R R 5, Renfrew, Ontario K7V 3Z8 Phone 613-432-2738 or email jamesh@nrtco.net.

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Deslaurier checks into slo-pitch final After falling a low as eighth place on Canada Day, Deslaurier Custom Cabinets has certainly made its presence felt over the latter half of the 2011 Ma-Te-Way Mixed Slo Pitch League season.

The cabinet makers reeled off six wins in their last nine regular-season starts to finish sixth at 9and-7 in the 11-team loop.

Their solid play has carried over into the playoffs.

Deslaurier’s knocked off No. 3-ranked Bluewave Energy two straight in the opening round, and last Tuesday (Aug. 16) completed a five-game triumph over No. 4-seed Mac’s Milk to reach the league final.

Winning pitcher Paul Martin held Mac’s Milk off the scoreboard until the fifth inning of game five, and by then, Deslaurier’s was well on their way to an 11-5 victory.

Lee Denty clubbed two home runs and Brett Gilchrist one for the Custom Cabinets.

Ronda Bulmer added two

The winning women’s team at Aikenhead’s Hospice Classic was the Aikenhead’s team, from left, of Vi Rossy, Simonne Kemp, Sheila Kemp and Patti Brydges.

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hits and scored a pair of runs.

Tracy Legris handled pitching duties for Mac’s Milk. Mac’s scored just 15 runs in games three through five of the series.

WILLIAMS WINS GAMES 1 Defending league champion T. Williams Plumbing & Heating ended Deslaurier’s post-season run, at least for now, with a 14-9 win in the opening game of the best-of-five championship series.

Sean O’Reilly had three hits, a three-run homer, and drove in seven runs in support of winning pitcher Matt Stewart.

Frank Visneskie also cleared the outfield fence for T. Williams, while Hillary MacMillan collected four hits and scored three runs.

Trevor Lacroix, Lee Denty and Brett Gilchrist went deep for Deslaurier’s.

Paul Martin was on the mound.

Barring rain, the series will conclude at Ma-Te-Way Park this week.

– Files from Jeff Rekowski

Mercury photo by Peter Clark

Perfection and a $5,000 prize STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

Marg Guy may never forget this day.

The other golfers in her foursome at the Calabogie Highlands Ladies Invitational had hit their balls on the 14th hole when she took her nine-wood to the tee box.

“It’s been my go-to club for 150 to 155 (yards). And it sure worked on Tuesday,” said the resident of Riverside South, near Ottawa.

“The other girls had already hit and I wasn’t even thinking of a hole-in-one. Like, what are the chances.”

But she struck the ball well, almost too well, as it hit the pin on

the fly, about three feet above the green, and dropped in the hole. The ball never touched the green and Guy was the winner of $5,000.

Organizers had insurance for the eventuality, which now means the Guy family is the holder of three holes-in-one. Husband Fred already had two, one on a Florida course, another from playing in Malone, N.Y. A member of the Metcalfe Golf Club, she had played the Calabogie course three times earlier this year, while she has played the game more than 15 years.

Retired last year, she calls the perfect shot (Aug. 16) a “thrill of a lifetime. To be at the tournament and do it, all the girls we’re talking

about it.”

In fact, she wasn’t entirely sure the ball was in the hole until she reached the green, which is slightly uphill from the tee.

Tournament committee head Annette Charbonneau and Elaine Rousselle, the official on the 152yard hole, were witnesses, as were Guy’s teammates. They were Denise Rousselle of the Madawaska Golf Club (Arnprior) and Pembroke golfers Karen Gallinger and Sue Roman.

About 90 women played in the tournament, whose proceeds, for the seventh straight year, went to the Bernadette McCann House shelter near Pembroke.

A post-supper circle of fun, fervour and fitness

Running is at the core of what I am. It’s soothing, satisfying and invigorating … when I’m fit. It’s frustrating, laborious and almost unfamiliar … when unfit.

But it is one of the most fulfilling activities imaginable when running speaks to one’s inner self and loved ones at the same time.

As a serious runner, certain principles must be adhered to. Like not running for one and a half to two hours after eating.

Eat and ski; or eat and cycle. That’s a lot more palatable with food still digesting. But eat and run.

Nope. Asking for trouble.

But then there are always exceptions to the

rule.

Dozens of times each summer and fall the climate allows our family to enjoy supper outdoors.

With a picnic-style table, we literally share our surroundings with the birds and the bees, and our pets, as other spectators join in, like the cows who come looking for apples.

It’s peaceful and relaxing to be sitting back in a lawn chair with, say, a glass of wine, salad and fish, chicken or beef from the barbecue.

Having finished most of my meal, it’s not unusual to suddenly hear the words: “Start the watch, dada.”

Seconds after consuming his food, our six-year-old

STEVE NEWMAN STEVE’S SIXTH SENSE son is ready to motor.

It’s time to be timed, on my chronograph, in Aidan’s running bursts around our 19th-century log house.

The tradition began at least two summers ago and shows no sign of abating.

The lap around the house is a virtual obstacle course.

The start line is the hose from the basement sump pump.

The first corner is between two large bushes and past the rhubarb, around another corner, past the well, around

another rock garden, and across the finish line.

Over the last two years his time has gradually dropped, as his energy and enthusiasm for running continues. Not long ago he’d never broken 17 seconds. The other day he ran in the 16s several times the same night, including a personal best of 16.2.

Before he has barely caught his breath, he’s usually ready to go again, to see if can better whatever time he has run that night.

Usually his challenge is against the clock, the stop watch. But before the evening’s out, I’m often encouraged to go headto-head or to run to try to beat his time.

In the head-to-head runs, sometimes he wins, sometimes I do … as I work my tail off to get my longer legs around the sharp corners.

Shelley sits back and enjoys. And I take pride that he’s sharing the sport that has always been a love of my life.

He may never grow up to love running, as I have for years.

He may never know what it means to run half-marathons or to run against the best runners in the country.

That may never be his inclination or where his talents lie. But that doesn’t really matter.

Wherever his heart takes him, that’s what I

wish for him.

I do hope I go for runs with my son when he grows up. I do hope he continues to run, whether it’s sprinting or running over the longer haul.

More importantly, I never thought I would share my love of running with the little love of my life in such unusual fashion.

So it was, the other night, with supper barely settled in my stomach, that I sprinted around the house and across the finish line.

I had lost the head-tohead run, as I leaned over to recover. I was panting but proud, all because a young boy wanted to run like the wind.

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Another successful Aikenhead’s Hospice Classic STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

The top open team at Aikenhead’s Hospice Classic was, from left, of Rob Kimberley, Margaret Holt, Brian Holt and Glen Cameron.

The fifth year of Aikenhead’s Hospice Classic is in the history books as another successful fundraiser.

The Aug. 12 tournament raised nearly $33,000, thus topping the $30,000 mark for the third straight year. Over the tournament’s five-year stand at Dragonfly Golf Links, the total amount raised is more than $140,000.

The event is critical to ongoing operations of Hospice Renfrew, which offers end-of-life compassion and care for residents from across the Ottawa Valley.

Money raised from the Hospice Classic helps keep the service “free for those who need the facility because only 40 to 50 per cent comes from the province for operating expenses,” says volunteer fundraising director Jo-Anne Dowdall-Brown.

The event is also memorable from more than a financial standpoint.

“It was a tremendous giving crowd and a lot of fun was had,” said Dowdall-Brown.

“It’s nice to see support from outside the community and from inside the community.”

Tournament winners included Chris Cain of Braeside.

She won the $3,000 in the 50/50 draw.

The open category’s winning team was the Aikenhead’s Drug Store crew of Rob Kimberley, Margaret Holt, Brian Holt and Glen Cameron.

The winning men’s team, from left, of Shawn Russell, Kip Mulvihill, Tony Iob and Dan Jessiman.

Respective winners of the men’s and women’s categories were the Renfrew Timberwolves Junior B’s foursome of Dan Jessiman, Kip Mulvihill, Shawn Russell and Tony Iob, and the Aikenhead’s Drug Store team of Patti Brydges, Simonne Kemp, Sheila Kemp and Vi Rossy.

Hospice Classic’s next major fundraiser is the second annual Hoot for Hospice. The women’s dinner and entertainment package is scheduled for Nov. 12 at the Renfrew Armouries.

In its short history, Hospice Rrenfrew has served more than 300 hospice residents.

Busy, productive month of August LESLEY MURRAY From the Ladies Tee

At the Renfrew Golf Club, August is just racing by!

We have had an extremely busy couple of weeks with our August Fun Night, Club Championship weekend, and our ladies days.

Aug. 2 we had our annual Golf Fore the Cure. It was a wonderful, well-organized event.

Everyone wore as much pink as possible, and we had 106 ladies golfing on a beautiful evening.

As a result of this event, we were able to contribute $600 to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital for the digital mammography unit, and $1,060 to breast cancer support and information programs in our community.

Many thanks to our sponsors, Kevin Hewitt from Midtown Floors 1st Flooring, KCE Construction, Phoenix Network, Piramid manufacturing from Nepean, and BMO/Nesbitt burns Ottawa, who were such an important part of making these contributions happen.

Everyone received a prize, but there

were a few extra prizes awarded.

They were for the best sand shots, hole 9 for Faye Warren and Ethel Gelineau, and hole 18 for Kim McDonald and Cheryl Campbell; longest drives on holes 6 and 12, Erin Tracey and Lisa Smith; closest to pin on holes 4 and 14, Shirley Ann Holley and Sharon Fillator; closest to the line on holes 5 and 11, Erin Tracey and Lesley Murray; and longest putt made on holes 8 and 15, Jenny Obst and April Gillan.

The real winner, however, was the support we could give to the fight against breast cancer.

On Tuesday, Aug. 9, 28 ladies played ladies day. Our thanks go to Brides & Blooms for sponsoring this event.

Winners were: • A flight − Karen Audette 38.5, Lisa Smith 38, Kim McDonald 37.5, Barb Desilets 36.5 and Marg Agnew 35.

• B flight − Alexa Legris 39.5, Cheryl Campbell 37, Marion McDermid 35.

• C flight - Barb Moogk 37.5, Sue O’Neil 36.5, Lesley Murray 34.5 and Cathy Edmondson 33.5.

Then, on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 27 ladies played on another beautiful day. This event was sponsored by the Kingburg-

er, with our thanks.

Winners were: • A flight - Marg Agnew 40, Faye Warren 37.5, Anne Windle 37.5, Alexa Legris 37.5 and Lisa Smith 35.

• B flight - Colleen Sheehan 36.5, Marion McDermid 36 and Arlene Smith 36.

• C flight - Barb Moogk 40.5, Nina Gould 38, Bev Mau 37.5 and Lesley Murray 34.5.

The ladies who played club championship weekend would like to send kudos to the management of our club for the excellent organization of the weekend.

The pyramid stacks of golf balls at the range, as well as the cold towels and complimentary water on those hot days, were just a few of the extra things that added a professional touch.

As well, our thanks go to Patrick Cayen of Ottawa Valley Physiotherapy who sponsored this wonderful weekend.

On Saturday, Aug. 27, our ladies will represent us at the O’Brien Cup, which is being held this year at the CFB Petawawa golf course (Twin Rivers). Good luck, ladies!

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Girls basketball is growing in the Upper Ottawa Valley, and a girls team is changing its name to reflect its wider focus.

“It’s been small – but it’s grown,” said bantam coach Jeff Heath. “We want to expand more,

and we’ve expanded our name to show that.”

The girls basketball program based in Arnprior, called the Arnprior Pride, will play under a new name this year. Players will take to the court for the Valley Pride.

The team is expanding to officially include players and prac-

BANTAM-MIDGET GIRLS CHAMPIONS Capturing the 2011 McNab-Braeside Minor Ball Association bantammidget league and playoffs championships is the Metro team of, in front row from left, Jenn McNulty, Abby Bourgoin and Kelsey MacMillan; and standing, Shauna McNulty, Bethany Rampton, Chloe Eady, coach Dave Bahm, Kennedy Payton, Kelsey Budarick, Kim Higginson, and Allie Leckie. Coach Kevin Leckie is missing from the photo. Metro defeated McCrae in the A final. Dave Lalonde Contracting & Ogilvie Drywall topped Sandy’s Beauty Salon to claim the B title. Photo courtesy of Kelly McNulty.

tice sites in Almonte and Renfrew.

“There aren’t any teams for the Almonte girls and there are none in Renfrew,” Heath said.

The Arnprior program has been running under the name since it started, said Heath, with under-14 bantam division and under-16 midget divisions. This year, the program includes an under-12 atom division to encompass younger players. The atom program will have two teams – recreational and competitive.

“There hasn’t been anything for the girls to do in the small towns; it’s hockey hockey hockey, and this gives them an alternative,” he said. “For a little club, we’ve done really well over the last few years and won medals at the Ontario championships.”

The practice sites and schedules are slightly different for each division. The youngest group, the atoms, will practise in Arnprior once a week. Bantam girls will practise twice a week in Renfrew and Arnprior, and the oldest midget girls will play twice a week in Almonte and Arnprior.

Atom and bantam schedules start in mid-September and run through the winter, while the midget schedule complements the high school basketball season by starting in mid-November, as the secondary circuit ends.

Players from all areas are being encouraged to try out for the teams, which carry about 12 players each. “Parents are great at carpooling,” Heath said, “Both to practices and games.”

The teams play in a 14-game league throughout the Ottawa region, with about three local tournaments, and one away tournament. Last year, the Pride girls travelled to Hamilton and Potsdam to take on GTA and American opponents.

The total cost for players was $350 for the 2010-11 season, with volunteer Basketball Canada certified coaches. This year, Heath will coach the bantam girls, with well known retired coach Dick Holmes instructing the atom girls and Alan Atkinson coach-

ing the midget girls. All coaches contact information is located on the team website at arnpriorbasketballclub.webs.com.

Try-outs will be held at Arnprior District High School at the following times: • Atom, both recreational and competitive (born 2000 or younger): Sept. 15 and 22 from

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MCNAB-BRAESIDE SENIOR BOYS CHAMPS TA Carwash-McGonigal Construction captured the McNab-Braeside Minor Ball Association’s senior boys division over Calabogie after three very intense games. TA Carwash members in front row from left are Jonathon Shean, Jordan Bergsma and MacKenzie Bourgoin; middle row, coach Steve Bourgoin, Jay Pinkham, Cody Corbin, Adam Rueckwald, Shawn Walters and coach Ken Corbin; and back row, Niall Carkner, Jesse Andrews, Joel Corbin and Taylor Green. Photo courtesy of

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In the Aug. 18 Mercury, the caption highlighting Jonah O’Connor’s junior title at the Renfrew Golf Club inaccurately said he was second in the B flight of the open championships.

He was first, as indicated in the larger story about the Aug. 13 and 14 club championships.

It has been a stellar season for the 16-year-old. For the second straight year, he has also recorded a hole-in-one. He posted one at the Dragon Fly Links last season. This season, he recently aced the par-three 17th hole at the Renfrew Golf Club.

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•9:30 am - 5:00 pm: Arnprior Remote Flying Club will have a flight simulator set up by Giant Tiger to try your hand at flying (there will also be Remote Control Cars & Trucks travelling around the GT parking lot & local streets and Funtertainment will have their trailer in the GT area with their NASCAR racing track set up - for $3 you can show off your driving skills) •10:00 am - 11:450 am: The OPP Golden Helmets precision riding team will be on John Street •11:00 am - 11:40 am: Bill Connelly & his band, Pine Bark Boys, will be playing on John Street •11:00 am - 1:00 pm: Crash the Clown will be busking on John & Elgin Street. Bring your change!

•11:40 am - 12:30 am: The Junkyard Symphony will perform on John Street •12:00 noon - Midnight: Beer Garden in the Giant Tiger parking lot (Sponsored by the Arnprior Optimist Club) Entry is FREE this year!

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EVENTS - SUNDAY, AUG 28TH MASONIC LODGE HALL • 8:00 am - 11:00 am: Arnprior Lion's Club Pancake Breakfast, Masonic Hall on James Street MacLean Avenue Ball Diamonds • 2nd Annual Lob Ball Tournament

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•11:45 am - 12:45 pm: Jake Differ, Juno nominee and Canadian Children's Music Award performs • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Arnprior Line Dancers will take to the stage • 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm and 3:50 pm - 5:00 pm: The Funk Blues Band "To Be Determined" (now known as "Run AGroove")will be on stage • Arnprior Remote Flying Club will have their flight simulator on site • Funtertainment will be back with their NASCAR race track

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HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE CASH IN ON MODERN DAY GOLD RUSH!

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Gold and silver pour into yesterday’s Roadshow due to highest prices in 40 years.

STAFF WRITER Ye sterday at the Best Western, hundreds lined up to cash in old coins, instruments, gold and jewelry at the Treasure Hunters Roadshow. The free event is in Renfrew all week, buying gold, silver, timepieces and other valuables. One visitor I spoke with yesterday said, “It’s unbelievable, I brought in some old coins that had been in a little cigar box for years and some old herringbone necklaces—in less than 15 minutes I left with a check for $700. That stuff has been in my jewelry box and dresser for at least 20 years.” Another gentleman brought in an old Fender guitar his father had bought years ago. The man said, “Dad had less than 50 bucks in that guitar.” The Roadshow specialist that assisted him made a few phone calls and a veterinarian in Seattle, Washington bought the guitar for $5,700. The seller continued, “I got another $150 for a broken necklace and an old class ring. It’s not every day that someone comes to town bringing six thousand dollars with your name on it.”

Jeff Parsons, President of the Treasure Hunters Roadshow, commented, “Lots of people have items that they

WE BUY SCRAP GOLD & GOLD JEWELRY

Above—Roadshow specialist, Tony Enright, talks with a family about the gold jewelr y that they brought in. know are valuable but just don’t know where to sell them. Old coins, paintings, swords, guitars, pocket watches and jewelry are valuable to collectors. These collectors are willing to pay big money for those items that they are looking for.”

just finished working with a gentleman that had an old class ring, two bracelets and a handful of silver dollars.

His check was for over $650. I would say that there were well over 100 people in here yesterday that sold their scrap gold.” One gentleman holding his check for over $1,250 in the lobby of the event yesterday had this comment: “I am so happy I decided to come to the Roadshow. I saw the newspaper ad for the event and brought in an old German sword I had brought back from World War II and some old coins, and here is my check. What a great thing for our community. I am heading home now to see what else I have that they might be interested in.”

The Roadshow continues today starting at 9 a.m.

The event is free and no appointment is needed.

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Coins and guitars are not the only items the Roadshow is buying. “Gold and silver markets are soaring,” says Archie Davis, a Roadshow representative. “Broken jewelry and gold and silver coins add up very quickly. I

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JACK LAYTON 1950-2011

Local NDPer anticipates Layton’s legacy will grow DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@metroland.com

NDP Leader Jack Layton. File photo

Impressive record of public service Jack Layton was born July 18, 1950 in Montreal and was raised in Hudson, Que. His father, Robert Layton, was a Progressive Conservative cabinet member and his grandfather, Gilbert Layton, was a Quebec cabinet minister.

Jack Layton’s political career was impressive.

His resume included: • City of Toronto councillor from 1982 to 1991; • Metro Toronto councillor from 1984 to 1988;

• Deputy mayor of the City of Toronto in 1990; • From 1994 to 1997, Layton again served as a Metro Toronto councillor; • City of Toronto councillor from 1997 to 2003.; • Became president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities in 2001.

• Elected federal NDP leader in 2003 and was first elected to the House of Commons in the 2004 general election.

• In 2011, Layton led the NDP to its best-ever election result, securing 103 seats to form the official Opposition.

The New Democrat who ran locally in the last federal election is hopeful Jack Layton’s legacy will create a more optimistic, solution-driven national political scene.

Eric Burton, NDP candidate for Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke, was carried ahead of the Liberal candidate for the first time in the riding’s history, thanks in part to the ‘orange crush’ started in Quebec by ‘Bon Jack’s’ popularity.

Burton heard Layton, 61, speak on several occasions, saying he filled the room with inspiration.

“He didn’t use teleprompters or notes.

He spoke from the heart,” Burton said, adding that Layton didn’t practise the cynical, politics-of-division many MPs have engaged in recently.

“Jack was an active optimist. He showed us it was possible to do it successfully. And Canadians responded in record numbers. It’s an approach to politics where everyone wins.”

Burton anticipates the ideas and principles Layton championed will help build a more fair and just society.

MESSAGE TO CANADIANS Layton penned an open letter to party faithful and all Canadians two days before his death.

In part it reads: “There will be those who will try to persuade you to give up our cause. But that cause is much bigger than any one leader. Answer them by recommitting with energy and determination to our work.

“Remember our proud history of so-

cial justice, universal health care, public pensions and making sure no one is left behind. Let’s continue to move forward.

Let’s demonstrate in everything we do in the four years before us that we are ready to serve our beloved Canada as its next government.

“And finally, to all Canadians: Canada is a great country, one of the hopes of the world. We can be a better one – a country of greater equality, justice, and opportunity.

“We can build a prosperous economy and a society that shares its benefits more fairly. We can look after our seniors. We can offer better futures for our children.

We can do our part to save the world’s environment. We can restore our good name in the world.

“We can do all of these things because we finally have a party system at the national level where there are real choices; where your vote matters; where working for change can actually bring about change.

“In the months and years to come, New Democrats will put a compelling new alternative to you. My colleagues in our party are an impressive, committed team.

Give them a careful hearing; consider the alternatives; and consider that we can be a better, fairer, more equal country by working together. Don’t let them tell you it can’t be done.

“My friends, love is better than anger.

Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And we’ll change the world.”

Layton is survived by wife and TrinitySpadina MP Olivia Chow, and children Sarah and Michael.

Ottawa and area mourns ‘tireless champion for people’ EDDIE RWEMA eddie.rwema@metroland.com

Hundreds of Ottawans descended on Parliament Hill on Monday afternoon to pay their respects to the man many said transformed not only the New Democratic Party but the Canadian political landscape.

Jack Layton, leader of the official Opposition, passed away peacefully at his home in Toronto surrounded by family and loved ones, according to a statement released by his wife Olivia Chow. He was 61.

A group of mourners shocked by the sudden news of Layton’s death cried, lit candles and laid flowers around the Centennial Flame on Parliament Hill as the Canadian flag flew at half mast above the Peace Tower.

“It is very sad. I can only hope we take Jack’s legacy and work together to build a better Canada,” said Vicky Smallman, an Ottawa resident and NDP

supporter who was among those gathered.

The NDP leader had been battling prostate cancer since February 2010 and had hip surgery just before the May 2 federal election. In July, Layton surprised many by announcing he was taking a temporary leave of absence to receive further treatment after doctors discovered he had a new cancer.

Messages of condolence were issued throughout the day by politicians of every political stripe.

Governor General David Johnston said Jack’s fundamental decency and his love of the country should serve as examples to us all.

“Mr. Layton was held in great esteem by Canadians for his passionate dedication to the public good. Throughout his career as a community leader and politician, he constantly strived to bring people together in the common cause of building a bet-

ter Canada, and he did so with great energy and commitment,” Johnston’s message read.

In a statement Prime Minister Stephen Harper saluted Jack’s contribution to public life, a contribution he said will be sorely missed “When I last spoke with Jack following his announcement in July, I wished him well and he told me he’d be seeing me in the House of Commons in the fall.

This, sadly, will no longer come to pass.”

Mayor Jim Watson said he was deeply saddened to learn of Layton’s death.

The flags at Ottawa city hall will be flying at half-mast in Layton’s honour until sunset on the day of his burial.

“Canadians have lost a true representative of the voice of real people and my heart goes out to all who are close to Jack and Olivia in this time of mourning,” Watson said in a statement.

Premier Dalton McGuinty said Ontarians and all Canadians will miss Layton’s passion, hard work and fighting spirit.

“He always worked hard to represent his constituents, their interests and their needs. He was always a tireless champion for people and our communities.”

On behalf of NDP nationwide, interim party leader Nycole Turmel said they need to pull together now and carry on his fight to make Canada a better place.

“Jack was a courageous man.

It was his leadership that inspired me, and so many others, to run for office.”

Ottawa Centre NDP provincial candidate Anil Naidoo said the best testament to the life of Jack Layton is to continue to live the principles that he espoused and to be out there talking to neighbours and friends about that vision.

“As New Democrats, who are committed to the social values

that have made this country great, we’ll continue to take great inspirations from Jack Layton,” said Naidoo.

In a statement, the Canadian Cancer Society said it was deeply saddened to hear of Layton’s untimely death after battling cancer for a second time.

“The Canadian Cancer Society will always be grateful for Jack Layton’s passionate efforts to improve the health of Canadians and to raise awareness and funds for our organization to help us in our mission to eradicate cancer and assist those living with the disease,” Peter Goodhand, the society’s president and chief executive officer, said in the statement.

Since the news of Layton’s death broke, condolence messages have poured in through various social media pages from people across the country.

A state funeral for Jack Layton will be held at Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto on Saturday.

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The Haramis building at the corner of Raglan Street and Renfrew Avenue once had a tower, which was removed in 1936.

1936: Tower removed from Haramis building AUGUST 24, 1911 RENFREW MODEL SCHOOL: The Renfrew Model School opens for the term on Tuesday, Sept. 5. The classes will be held in the old wing of the Public School. Principal Armstrong was unable at present to give the number who intend to attend the Renfrew Model School this term as all applications for Model School entrance are forwarded to the Department of Education in Toronto. It is possible, however, that the attendance this year may be less than last year. Last year over 30 were enrolled, while the year before there were about 60 in attendance. This year there will be six or more model centres, and one of these will be in Perth, it may affect though but slightly the attendance here.

FRANK PATRICK SEEKS PLAYERS FOR WESTERN TEAM: Frank Patrick caused a flutter of excitement among the Ottawa sporting circles on his return from Renfrew last week, according to the Ottawa Citizen. Among the Ottawa players approached by Patrick were Lesueur, Kirk and Darragh.

Fred Taylor the dashing cover point of the Renfrew team last year was also seen by the Western hockey promoter.

“Frank” did not cause the local executive any uneasiness while here in the line of taking away pucksters for his Western league. So far as is known none were gripped by the mania to play hockey at the coast. Frank spent the most of his stay here enjoying a holiday outing at Calabogie and seemingly was not after local players. Lowe is the only one of last year’s team who will figure on a coast team. Patrick returned to the West last Saturday.

There is a possibility he will make another trip East before the hockey season begins.

OLGA LEWIS FROM THE OLD FILES AUGUST 13, 1936 TOWER REMOVED FROM HARAMIS BUILDING: Mr. Thomas Fishenden who had the contract for the removal of the tower from the roof of the three storey Haramis block, succeeded in carrying it out without mishap to himself or to passers-by in the street, giving the substantial character of the structure credit in part for the same.

From what he could see it had never been used for any special purpose, design of architect and builder having been ornamentation. Mr. Fishenden comments in particular upon the solidity of the flagpole base of which was the floor of the tower not the roof.

BOARD OF HEALTH NOTES BAD STATE OF SMITHS CREEK: At a meeting of Renfrew Board of Health on Thursday evening last it was decided to direct the attention of the Town Council to the state of Smith Creek and ask that the Council apply remedial measures. From the Calabogie sub-station at the foot of Hall street to a point a few hundred yards upstream the creek bed is in bad condition. The flow of water is slight and some things like a state of stagnation prevails.

Some contend that there is offences both to the eyes and the nostrils. Appearances are certainly bad.

AUGUST 18, 1971 LIGHTENING STRIKES FIRE HALL: There could have been a fire at rather strange place in town last weekend.

Lightening struck the fire hall during last Saturday’s electrical storm.

Although there was no fire, the bolt did considerable damage to the electrical system. Two fuses were blown right out of the fuse box and there was damage to the radio in both the fire hall and the police station, Police Chief Tom Wark said. Evidently, the lightening jumped through the circuit to the police station, striking the radio equipment. Chief Wark figures the damage to the police radio may be quite expensive. The lightening also blew out the television set downstairs at the fire hall, as well as the television in the Deputy Chief ’s apartment. The losses were insured. Full extent and amount of the damage is still under investigation.

SELLS INTEREST IN OTTAWA DEALERSHIP: T.P. Armitage, formerly of Renfrew and now living in Ottawa, recently sold out all financial interest in Capital Dodge, Chrysler of Ottawa, the firm which he founded in 1958. W.E. (Ed) Roberts, former general sales manager of the firm, bought out the interests held by Mr Armitage, and is now president of the firm. Mr. Armitage started in the car business in 1936 in Saskatchewan as a Ford dealer and carried on his business there until 1941, when he sold it and joined the RCAF. He served as pilot in the Transport Command until 1945, when he was discharged. In September of 1945 he purchased the business of George Demarce in Renfrew, founding Armitage Motors which he maintained until 1967 when he sold all interests to his son Larry, who continues to run the business.

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Two public meetings will be held this fall in Admaston-Bromley Township to discuss its existing ward system.

At those meetings, residents and ratepayers will be invited to participate and comment on any possible change.

The first meeting will be held Tuesday, Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Barr Line Community Centre.

A second session will be held Monday, Oct. 3 in the municipality’s Stone Road council chambers, also at 7:30 p.m.

The ward system was implemented when the two distinct municipalities were amalgamated, to ensure representation from each area.

Mayor Raye-Anne Briscoe said the hardest part of planning the meetings was finding a night when the facilities were free.

Both locations are well used by the public for a wide range of meetings and events.

FOUR PERMITS IN JULY Four building permits were approved in Admaston-Bromley Township in July.

They included permits for a residential renovation valued at $75,000; a $35,000 building for machinery and hay; a $30,000 grain bin and a $10,000 woodwork addition.

One sewage replacement permit was also approved.

VIGILENCE ENCOURAGED Conflict of interest is a dicey issue, and Admaston-Bromley Mayor Raye Anne Briscoe encourages her council to remain vigilant.

“It is better to always err on the side of caution,” she said, noting a growing depth of documentation on potential and perceived conflict of interest.

Briscoe noted ‘grey areas’ where the conflict can be indirect and hard to define. Withdrawing oneself from the actual discussion is not enough. Simply staying in the room could lead to problems, she explained.

“Lead not into temptation,” she advised. “Shut the door and leave.”

Briscoe advised council to stay informed on the issue, and to that end council’s Aug. 18 agenda included a recent article titled, Not Why I Ran or Office – perils of a councillor facing allegations of conflict of interest, from Municipal World magazine.

SUPPORT FOR HURON Chronic Lyme Disease is a debilitating illness.

Now Admaston-Bromley council has taken a step to help with its diagnosis by supporting a resolution from the County of Huron.

The resolution petitions the province to provide Ontario Health Insurance Program (OHIP) coverage for all currentlyavailable and scientifically-verified tests for diagnosis of Acute and Chronic Lyme Disease.

It also urges the province to “do everything necessary to create public awareness of Lyme Disease in Ontario, and to have internationally-developed diagnosis and successful treatment protocols available to patients and physicians.”

The motion, which received unanimous council support, was moved by Deputy Mayor Dirk Rook and seconded by Coun. Michael Donohue.

The petition notes the following points in support of its request.

• The tick-borne illness known as Chronic Lyme Disease mimics illnesses such as Multiple Sclerosis, Crohn’s, arthritic diabetes, depression, Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia.

• Some scientifically-validated diagnostic tests and treatment choices are currently not available, forcing patients to seek these in the U.S. and Europe.

• In the May 30, 2000 edition of its professional journal, the Canadian Medical Association informed the public, government and medical profession that Lyme Disease is endemic throughout Canada, particularly in southern Ontario.

• The Ontario public health system and OHIP don’t fund those specific tests that accurately serve the process of establishing a clinical diagnosis, but only recognize testing procedures known in the medical literature to provide false negatives 45 to 95 per cent of the time.

The petition is expected to be tabled in the Ontario Legislature in late October or early November, after the Thursday, Oct. 6 provincial election.

ILLEGAL DUMPING SQUASHED Illegal dumping at the Osceola landfill was squashed recently, thanks to public input.

The practice was nipped in the bud because some residents saw and reported the illegal dumping of construction waste.

Council is grateful for public interest in waste management.

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10:30 – Worship with Holy Communion & Fellowship Joint service at St. Paul’s Anglican Church _____________________________

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The first installment of the 2011 Final Tax bill (all properties) is due August 31st, 2011.

Pastor David Tigchelaar 433-3598 431 Albert St. Sunday 10 a.m.

Worship Service – Nursery Available Sunday School During Service Coffee Break Women’s Interfaith Bible Study Wednesday mornings From 10:00 -11:30 a.m.

Story Hour and Nursery for Children 5 yrs. and under Available Everyone is welcome _____________________________

Payments can be made at the following locations: Municipal Office, PO Box 40, 44 Main Street, Cobden ON K0J 1K0 (Night Deposit box available at entrance) Bank of Nova Scotia – Cobden, Beachburg and Pembroke Branches Arrangements have also been made with all major banks for telebanking. We also accept post-dated cheques and Debit Cards. Cheques should be made payable to the Township of Whitewater Region.

The Township also offers pre-authorized payment plans for the due dates or monthly payments. If any further information is required, please contact the Municipal Office at 613-646-2282.

The results of the 2010 Municipal Performance Measurement Program are now available on the Township’s website which can be accessed at www.whitewaterregion.ca.

If you do not have access to the Internet and would like a copy, please call the Municipal Office at (613) 646-2282 and a copy will be sent to you.

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Castleford United Church 3875 River Road Rev. Dr. Richard Hollingsworth Sunday 9:00 a.m.

Worship Sunday School _____________________________

Elmwood Bible Chapel 200 Francis St. 432-4572 432-3087 Wednesday 7:30 p.m. – Bible Study, Prayer SUNDAY, AUGUST 28

9:30 a.m. – The Lord’s Supper 11:00 a.m. – Family Bible Hour and Sunday School _____________________________

The Salvation Army 8 Argyle St. at Munroe Corps Officer/Pastor SUNDAY SERVICE 10 A.M. Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Bible Study

613-432-7721 All Are Welcome!

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Ministers: The Reverends Brian and Alison Sharpe Organist: Mrs. Elizabeth Brumm, H.B.Mus., A.R.CT.(2) SUNDAY, AUGUST 28 10:00 a.m. – Worship Nursery Care Available Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

If transportation is needed, please call Shirley at the Church Office 432-5452.

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Renfrew Baptist Church Corner of Plaunt & Railway 432-4266 Rev. Tom Smith SUNDAY, AUGUST 28 10:00 – Worship Cable Channel 22 Sundays 11 a.m. & 3 p.m.

Bible Study, Wednesday 7 p.m.

All Are Welcome _____________________________

The Anglican Church of Canada ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE Corner Argyle St. at Patrick Phone 432-3062 Ministry Rev’d. Cathy McCaig with the members of the Parish.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28 8:00 a.m. – Morning Worship and Sermon @ St. Paul’s 10:30 a.m. – Joint Service with members of St. James Lutheran Church, @ St. Paul’s Come and Worship _____________________________

The Roman Catholic Community OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH 100 Lisgar Avenue, West 432-8525 Saturday 7:00 p.m.

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The map is the message tles wafting across farmers’ The map covered the fields. length of the press table LUCY HASS Although train whistles – a rail line stretching from MISCELLANY were often cursed by those Smiths Falls to Petawawa, who live directly along the weaving its way through a line, few would deny the melancholic apclutch of historic communities.

But it showed more than a rail line. In- peal of train whistles in the night.

I’m far from a hapless romantic, but terspersed across the map were images of from an early age I was drawn to the rolandscapes soon to change forever.

I thought of an older image – a photo manticism of rail, especially in song.

From Gordon Lightfoot’s Canadian of then-bachelor dad sitting on the bench at the old Renfrew CPR train station, with Railroad Trilogy to Hank Williams crooning, “The midnight train is whining low, my mother standing not far away.

Rail carried my mother west to house- I’m so lonesome I could cry,” the emotion keeping jobs in Brandon and Winnipeg. behind rail music runs deep.

And who could dismiss the unbridled My dad hopped the rail for the Grain Excursion, off to help prairie farmers with joy of Harry McClintock’s 1928 Big Rock Candy Mountain that told us of a magical their crops.

Last Thursday night Admaston-Brom- land, “where the box cars all are empty, ley council unfurled the map, mourned and the sun shines every day.”

Of course, there are some rail songs I and reminisced.

“It’s a superb map,” said Mayor Raye- could do without. What’s with the Stampeders’ lyric “that Monday morning Anne Briscoe, describing it as a piece of Renfrew County history, memorabilia choo-choo is leaving with my shoe-shoe”?

And I definitely boarded The Last Train and a treasure to be kept.

She suggested the map be posted in the to Clarksville more than enough times in municipal office and regretted that one the late 1960s.

As the CP line disappears, I’ll keep on day it would likely be another piece in a singing along with the rail-travel songs cupboard somewhere.

After the meeting, Coun. Michael Dono- of old.

They’ll just seem a little sadder. hue shared his recollection of train whis-

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According to Zeidenberg, these findings are a clear indication that water heater door-to-door salespeople are not communicating with consumers in a transparent manner.

Other key findings include: • 65 per cent of consumers who switched providers saw their monthly water heater rental charge increase, 75 per cent of them by at least $3 per month; • Only seven per cent of salespeople took the time to explain all aspects of the contract; • Only five per cent of salespeople answered all questions; • More than four-in-10 (41 per cent) residents said the salesperson was pushy and pressured them to sign the contract; • More than half (54 per cent) of salespeople asked to see the residents' current energy bill; • Half of salespeople claimed the new water heater would save money; • Almost half (44 per cent) of salespeople said they needed entry into the home.

When asked whether the doorto- door water heater salesperson they dealt with explained that Ontario's Consumer Protection Act provides 10 days for consumers to cancel the contract they signed without incurring a penalty of any kind, only one quarter of respondents said this information had been disclosed. “By issuing the results of this survey, it is our hope that Ontario consumers will be on alert and, as a result, better able to make an informed decision when dealing with these agents at the door,� said Zeidenberg. “We have no issue with consumers switching providers as long as they're doing so because they've been presented with all of the necessary facts and information. The results of this survey, however, show this often isn't the case.�

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Railfest rolls into Smiths Falls The second annual Railfest will be held Aug. 27 and 28 at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario in Smiths Falls.

Two days of fun-filled activities for the whole family to enjoy. The weekend will feature exhibits, workshops, vendors, demonstrations and a BBQ. Come out to the museum to view a variety of scale-model displays, take the kids aboard Jim Davis’ Ride Along Train and pick up some missing items for your collection from our vendors. New this year, the museum will be featuring demonstrations on air brakes with the steam locomotive, caboose life and more.

The festival runs Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission each day is $5.50 for adults, seniors and students are $4.50, children 4 to 13 are $3.50 and children under 4 are free.

A weekend pass is also available, $9 for adults, $7 for seniors and students, $6 for children 4 to 13.

The organizers thank Rideau Lumber, Impression Printing and the Town of Smiths Falls for sponsoring the event.

For information contact the museum at 613-283-5696 or visit www.rmeo.org.

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Author sticks to what she loves best STEVE NEWMAN

in Peace, The Picnic Basket or Mean People, take the reader back to an unnamed steve.newman@metroland.com Ottawa Valley village. Whether it’s the Like most books, the title requires a hungry ‘30s, the Second World War, the tentative ‘50s or the early ‘60s, much of little explanation … or a little reading. the focus is on a young Catholic The novel, Decent People, is girl – stubborn, open-hearted, written by Donella Dunlop, a curious and kind − who often Manotick resident who was a casts herself as the hero in her teacher at Renfrew Collegiate adventures, both big and small.

Institute and Pembroke resiAt the same time, Dunlop dent more than 50 years ago. stresses that Anna’s stories reThere are strong links to ally are Anna’s own. herself and her family, but “She’s not me,” insists Dunthe book is mostly about ficlop. titious characters who bring Dunlop’s sisters were instrulife in the Ottawa Valley to mental, as were dozens of other life from the 1930s through Ottawa Valley residents, in the to the 1960s. Decent People is development of the book. But not about superstars or celebher sisters are not characters rities, but, as the author puts in the book. Certainly, her own it, ordinary people who lead Donella Dunlop mother and father are more extraordinary lives.

The Ottawa Valley people are a special closely aligned to Anna’s mother and fabreed whose stories deserve to be record- ther in Decent People.

As several chapters show, Mumma was ed, to guarantee their place in history, she not a fierce disciplinarian. But she might says.

“I wanted them to know the Ottawa Val- have an unhappy look if someone did ley. I love it very much. I think everyone something dangerous, like walking home has a place where their heart is, and mine on the railway tracks. And that unhappy look was often enough to make the chilis in the Ottawa Valley.”

In the first chapter, entitled Raspber- dren wonder what they’d done.

“She was so gentle and loving, we didn’t ries, one of the Dunkeld family children goes missing in the raspberry patch. That want to hurt her,” explains Dunlop.

“She used love to discipline her chilsame day, the book’s main character is dren. She was a very special person. We born.

“The new baby, Anna, proved small and wanted to please her because she was spesickly and later almost died of whooping cial.” cough, but she had intelligent blue eyes RCI MEMORIES and curly brown hair, and was the bonniest baby ever born in Dunkeld Village,” As a young woman, Dunlop taught at says the final paragraph of Chapter 1.

“She was raised in a cocoon of love in a Renfrew Collegiate Institute in the late family that cared for its own and everyone 1950s. She remembers being an innocent else’s too. And she emerged an innocent, 20-year-old teacher.

“I was inexperienced and I went to determined butterfly into the light.”

Several pages later, borrowing from a girls’ private school,” she says, “so I her own “wonderful” childhood growing wasn’t used to boys and their mischief. up and attending a private school run But I was very fond of all of them (the by nuns in Pembroke, Dunlop’s chapters boys and girls).”

She wasn’t an author yet, but wanted to visit many places. One is a cloakroom, at home, where preschooler Anna often cho- be.

She had always wanted to tell stories. ses to play.

“Anna was playing in the cloakroom,” For example, in Pembroke, at age seven, Chapter 10 begins. “It was small, and she started her own story-writing society.

“I was pretty precocious because I there was a window, and she liked to play there because she could pretend it was could print,” Dunlop says, remembering she was the only one in the group to proher house.”

Anna recalls lighting a candle, after duce a story.

And so, she emerged to write several making a cave from chairs and a sheet, and closing her eyes really tight. She books, including Decent People.

“They have a decent life,” she says of imagines seeing the Blessed Virgin, only Ottawa Valley residents, “and I wanted to have the candle set fire to the sheet. to show that a decent life is just as interesting as the story of a murderer or NaGROWING UP polean.”

After all, she adds, “Ordinary, decent Another chapter, entitled Growing Up, deals with learning about one’s own pri- people have wonderful lives, and if you vate parts and growing up in other ways. don’t write it down, it will be lost.”

Dunlop has written five other books.

Events include Anna’s own sense of body awareness, hearing a friend recount how Decent People is the fourth member of how babies are made, and discovering a her Ottawa Valley historical novel seused condom while walking down the ries. The others are Menominee, The Wild River People … about the Valley’s ancient tracks.

“Everyone has to grow up, some bad, people; Sagganosh, The Britisher … about some good,” says Dunlop. “I think it’s the Scots and Irish of the 1850s; and Mitimportant to write down someone’s life, tigoush, The French … about the French even if it’s fictional, so that you don’t of the 17th century. leave anything out.”

Dunlop’s books are available from the Finding material for the chapter wasn’t Arnprior Book Shop, Coles Books, Chaphard, she adds. ters and other Ottawa Valley bookstores.

“Writing is difficult,” she says of the Decent People is published by Trafford need to rewrite and rewrite. “But the sub- Publishing. ject matter is easy for me.”

For more about her books, visit dunlopOther chapters, like The Sewing Box, Go housebooks.com.

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Greta and her kittens were found wandering around the Arnprior mall and were never claimed. Greta is a very sweet kitty. She is affectionate, friendly and loves attention.

She is easygoing and likes to be cuddled.

Greta is a quiet cat who gets along well with other cats and would be good with children.

She is available at the Renfrew Pet Valu for viewing.

This social butterfly will make a great addition to her new home. Nina was brought to the shelter pregnant had two kittens who have since found homes, now it is Nina’s turn. She is a very friendly, affectionate, outgoing cat who likes attention. Nina is a sweet girl who gets along well with other cats and would be good with children. Nina likes to be involved with anything going on around her and she is active and curious.

The shelter desperately needs: Whiskas Meaty selections dry cat food, non-clumping cat litter, dry and canned kitten food.

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The victim was walking on the sidewalk and approached a group of people. The victim was punched in the head several times and fell to the ground unconscious.

The victim was transported by paramedics to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital and then transferred by Ornge air ambulance to the Ottawa Hospital.

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where items such as wallets, cell phones, iPods and change was stolen from vehicles.

The public is reminded to get in the habit of removing all valuables from vehicles overnight, and lock your vehicle.

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who had pulled onto the shoulder and slid into the ditch, had been drinking.

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The male driver of the car was injured and taken to the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital by paramedics.

Following breath tests at the hospital, A 40-year-old man from Whitewater Region was charged with impaired driving. He was issued an appearance notice for court in Renfrew Oct. 5.

DOMESTIC DISPUTES During the past week offi-

cers from the Renfrew OPP have investigated 12 domestic disputes.

One female was charged with assault and forcible confinement, one female was charged with three counts of assault, and one female was charged with breaching an undertaking and assault.

No other criminal offences occurred.

The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded to 206 calls for service during the past week.

STOLEN VEHICLES • Some time after 11 p.m. Aug. 16 a vehicle was stolen from a property in McNab-Braeside Township. The red 2009 Pontiac G5 with Ontario licence AFBL 072 was parked in a garage and had keys in it. The Forensic Identification Unit attended the scene and assisted with the investigation. Const. Jeff Cassidy is investigating.

• Over the weekend a pick-up truck was stolen from a business in Renfrew. The 1988 blue GMC 3/4-ton truck had a plow harness on the front, and no licence plates. The truck had been parked next to Star Dust Upholstery on Gillan Road. Const. Andre Kolkowski is investigating.

THEFTS FROM VEHICLES Stealing items from vehicles continues to be a common complaint in the area.

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On Aug. 17, 2011 police executed a search warrant at a Sutton residence.

As a result of this investigation, two computers were seized.

Later that same day the OPP arrested a 22year-old man from Sutton.

The man is charged with three counts of luring a child on the Internet, one count of indecent act and one count of invitation to sexual touching.

The accused was held in custody following a bail hearing. This past Monday he was to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke.

The investigation is continuing.

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According to event spokesperson Bruce McIntyre, the Renfrew Taste of the Valley will also be a chance to help support the local Food Bank.

“All visitors are encouraged to bring one item of non-perishable food to help those less fortunate in the community. Renfrew has always shown amazing generosity, and Taste of the Valley is glad to be a venue where people can help support the local food bank.”

There is still time for vendors to sign up for Taste of the Valley in both Renfrew and Cobden.

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Many vendors reported selling out their stock by the end of the day. Barry’s Bay also marked the first time that some local vendors were turned away due to space limitations.

Taste of the Valley is an exposition of local food, crafts and products that are produced by local residents. Taste of the Valley events are community events that help introduce both visitors and local residents to the many unique agricultural products available in the region.

Taste of the Valley will debut in the Town of Renfrew on Saturday, Sept. 24 beginning at 8 a.m.

Already, there are over 55 vendors signed up to showcase the best in local products.

The Renfrew event will also feature the Renfrew Farmer’s Market as part of the local flavour. These 24 regular vendors will join Taste of the Valley at the Renfrew Armouries on O’Brien Road. The Renfrew Taste of the Valley will also feature a large

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“In view of our focus on youth engagement, one of our strategic priorities, it is apropos that the position will be filled by a person who exemplifies youth in all of its positive manifestations.

Sheldon works with youth in our community to help them create character and to demonstrate, through his own life experience, that hard work and positive goals can lead to successful and rewarding life’s work,” Devine added.

In accepting the position, Keefe said his decision wasn’t too difficult to make.

“I believe in giving back to my community through volunteerism,” he said.

“The United Way provides me with the opportunity to help an organization that is trying to tackle some very difficult issues in Renfrew County in partnership with other concerned organizations.

“To do so successfully will require total community effort and I am proud as one community member to contribute,” said Keefe.

This year’s campaign seeks the support of ‘Community Champions’ to help it and the agencies it funds address a variety of human needs, from youth activities and seniors’ care to non-emergency medical transportation and family crisis intervention.

The 2011 campaign also signals a major drive to tackle, in partnership with other agencies and organizations, the high priority needs Renfrew County communities identified during the United Way’s Community Matters public consultations: engaging vulnerable youth; addressing the impacts of child poverty; assisting a growing senior’s population; providing safe shelter options for a growing number of homeless community members;

CCHL Coach of the Year.

In 2011, he was honoured by the Upper Ottawa Valley Cham-

ber of Commerce as the 2010 Young Entrepreneur of the Year.

Keefe and his wife, Jackie, reside in Pembroke with their son, Landon.

KEEFE BIO Sheldon Keefe was born on Sept. 17, 1980. The Brampton, Ontario, native played in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) for the Toronto St. Michael’s Majors and the Barrie Colts.

In his first OHL season, Keefe scored 116 points, was named Rookie of the Year and was Tampa Bay Lightning’s first choice in the 1999 NHL entry draft.

The following season, he was named captain of the Barrie Colts and led them to an OHL championship.

He also led the league in scoring with 121 points.

In the 2000-2001 season, Keefe turned professional with Tampa Bay and played three seasons there.

Along the way, with stops in the New York Rangers and Phoenix Coyotes organizations,he also played in the IHL for the Detroit Vipers and in the AHL for the Springfield Falcons,Hershey Bears and Utah Grizzlies.

During the 2004-2005 season, while playing for the Utah Grizzlies, Keefe was named the winner of the American Specialty/ AHL Man of the Year award for his outstanding contributions to the greater Salt Lake Valley community and charitable organizations.

He was the leader of the Grizzlies Go For The Goal program that taught area elementary school children life lessons, including stay in school, say no to drugs and strive for academic excellence.

In addition, Keefe participated in numerous stops on the “Gather with the Grizzlies” library reading tour.

He was also the point player for the Grizzlies’ holiday hospital gift presentations.

He also worked with Ronald McDonald House during the holidays serving food to needy children.

Keefe is now retired as a Canadian professional hockey player.

In 2003, he became the president and co-owner of the Pembroke Lumber Kings.

After serving as assistant coach in 2005-2006, he took on the role of general manager and head coach prior to the 2006-2007 season.

Under his leadership, the Lumber Kings won five straight Central Canada Hockey League championships and the 2011 Royal Bank Cup. Keefe’s success with the Lumber Kings earned him recognition by his peers as the CCHL’s General Manager of the Year in 2007, 2009, 2010 and 2011.

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Keefe, a retired professional Canadian hockey player most recently with the Tampa Bay Lightning, will lead the annual United Way fundraising campaign, which kicks off at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 1 at Pembroke’s waterfront, with a ceremony and community barbeque compliments of Giant TigerPembroke and Brum’s Dairy.

“We are extremely honored to welcome Sheldon to our campaign,” said Carole Devine, United Way board vice-chair and the director responsible for recruiting this year’s honorary campaign chair.

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SEASON CELEBRATION Youngsters gather at the Calabogie Community Hall for a photo to celebrate the summer’s drop-in youth program. Events included bike safety, soccer, T-ball, and safety programs involving paramedics and firefighers. The free program, organized by local parents, ran from early July to mid August every Monday night.

Participating volunteer firefighters were Stephane Guertin (missing from photo), Mike Allen and Leon Mulvihill. The paramedic is Amber Stitchman. Others standing outside the ambulance, from left, are Addison Fleming (in Maxine Allen’s arms), Dawson Pennock, Makayla Epp, Cheline Collier, Naiya Nilsson, Siena Nilsson, Payton Fleming, Savanah Leclaire, Thomas Leclaire, Marshal Fletcher, Coltan Martin and Andrew Epp (in Jen Mulvihill’s arms). In the ambulance, from left, are Parker Mulvihill, Lila Allen, Neeve Allen, Finley Fletcher, Ryland Mulvihill, Rebecka Loiselle and Griffin Mulvihill. “We had a great turnout, with about 15 to 25 kids every week,” said Maxine Allen. The program was so well received it was extended into late August.

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MLS # 802618

Updated 2 bdroom home in terrific location. Minutes to parks, rink, Trail & playground.

Fully fenced back yard w/ deck & gazebo. Just move in. $129,000.

2932 Burnstown Rd. – $259,900 MLS# 801203 3 bed + den on 2.13 acres mins from Renfrew

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The guild’s first meeting of the season is Tuesday, Sept. 7.

Renfrew Art Guild Our meeting starts at 7 p.m.

Well, can you believe the sum- and everyone is welcome.

For more information, call Dimer is almost over?

And what a spectacular one it ana at 613-433-3635. was!

The weather, disregarding the freaky storms, was wonderful.

But like everything else it is coming to an end.

It is time for us to get back into the swing of things and the routine of daily living.

If you ever picked up a newspaper and seen an ad stating “call for artists” and wonder exactly what they are talking about?

Well, it is usually for an art exhibit or contest and literally calling artists to take part.

RAG (Renfrew Art Guild) is doing that with a bit of a twist.

We are calling all artists in and around Renfrew to join us.

If you are new to the area or a person starting back into art the guild is a great place to meet others.

We are a relaxed group that share our experiences and skills with others.

You do not have to be an expert, just someone who loves art and is giving it a try.

Our members are from Calabogie, Eganville, Renfrew, Douglas and the Pontiac.

484 Hazeldean Road Kanata, Ontario K2L 1V4 Email: ck@royallepage.ca www.crystalkluke.com

Crystal Kluke

Sales Representative

613-592-6400

Beautiful custom built home with all those extra special touches! This is truly a unique property that will make you feel like your home! Tall ceilings, main with tray ceilings, very open concept through out, with exceptional flow.

Large rooms, enusite with jacuzzi tub and walk-in closet.

Little more than 10 minutes MLS#804455 $339,900 to golfing and skiing, waiting to be discovered by you www.1181lowersprucehedge.com and your family!

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143 Elgin St. W., Arnprior www.mincomkargusrealestate.ca KARGUS Real Estate Inc. Brokerage

SOLD

VERY IMPRESSIVE INSIDE AND OUT!!!

Elegant brick bungalow in prestigious neighborhood in the quaint village of Beachburg. Tastefully renovated with new paint and floorings. Both bathrooms redone in quality finishes and radiant floor heat. Spacious livingroom features gas fireplace and bay window. Call Lisa for detailed info. MLS# 800008 Asking $244,900.

Clint Pettigrew Sales Representative 613-614-4740

GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY! 31 Raglan St., Renfrew Tr e m e n d o u s opportunity in the downtown core of Renfrew. Well established business and inventory for sale.

Retail & Convenience store offers 25,000 sq. ft. of sales floor with 100,000 sq. ft. of storage in basement.

Entrances off both Raglan and Argyle Streets with large parking lot on Argyle.

Business has operated in the same location for 11 years. MLS #804456 $100,000

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Lisa Dunbar, Sales Rep. (cell) 613-633-0062

A portion of each of Nancy’s commissions are donated to Local Woman’s Shelters.

1181 Lower Sprucehedge, Springtown

CALABOGIE ARTFEST This is the 11th year for the It runs Oct. 1 and 2 at the Calabogie Community Centre hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Artists of every medium will be there for you to enjoy.

The Renfrew Art Guild meets the first Tuesday of every month at Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church, 291 Plaunt St. Please use the Quarry Street entrance.

OPEN HOUSE Sat., Sept. 3 2-4 p.m.

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Sun. Aug. 28th, 2-4 pm

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VALLEY WIDE REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE 73 Plaunt Street • Renfrew 613-433-3626

GRATTAN RD. DOUGLAS Great location to build your dream home. Lot is treed at road for privacy but cleared and ready to build at back. New drive and culvert. Hydro at driveway. $38,500. Call Lisa.

PRICE REDUCED

1.3

Cosy 3 bdrm bungalow, with attached 2 car garage on a large private lot with above ground pool. Affordable heat $600/year. $189,900 MLS#794865.

AGENT ON DUTY

WATERFRONT

ACRES

1727 GARDEN OF EDEN RD.

Teri Leech, Sales Rep. (cell) 613-433-6994

1890 QUEENS LINE

Perfect retirement or starter home with large yard, open concept with vaulted ceilings and a full insulated basement that could be a third bedroom and rec room. Country living, centrally located for commuting. MLS #794059 $184,900.

155 NEILSON

A Million $ View of the Ottawa River from the upper and lower decks. 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms in main house. 2 bedrooms, kitchen and bath, in attached granny suite. Insulated heated garage workshop with bathroom..

MLS#792937 $345,000, Call Teri for details.

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330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3 T JUS ED T S I L

T JUS ED T S I L

OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT 4 SEASON HOME - 169 GAGAN LANE (JUST OFF THE RIVER ROAD) A THREE BEDROOM HOME WITH 100 feet of excellent waterfront on the mighty Ottawa River – open concept living, dining and kitchen facilities with woodstove for cozy nights in the living room – 4 pce bath – spacious wrap around deck – easy access to the River Road- Call Helen at 613-432-0058

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58 ROSEBRUGH RD.

Hunter Gate

SUBDIVISION

Location, Location! – Hurd’s Lake!!! A well treed lot surrounds this watrerfront home,. This home is spacious and has so much to offer – x-large deck, private hot tub, enclosed sunporch, galley type kitchen living room dining room and family room with fireplace – landscaping well done with a retaining wall – 2 storage sheds plus one near the water – heated garage – year round fun –Call Helen at 432-0058

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177 ELK

SOLD 181 ELK ST.

21 McGARRY AVE.

3 bedroom brick two storey home with a huge family room with a gas fireplace , living room, dining room and kitchen on the main floor and bedrooms and bath on the upper level – nice yard for children’s playground, paved drive, close to Raglan St.S,Sunporch at the front for cozy night chats! Call Helen at 432-0058 to view

Cell 613-432-0058

432-7562 • www.remaxrenfrew.com

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157 ELK ST. (HUNTER GATE SUBDIVISION) Under construction but moving fast – don`t miss out on your choices if you would like to have this brand new home –cabinetry and flooring can be yours for the choosing if you come now – here is a 2 bedroom custom home with 2 baths, laundry on the main level and lots of living space432-0058 in the living room, dining room and kitchen – Call Helen for the plans

BROKER OF RECORD

319 MARY ST.

448 MAYHEW ST. Deluxe garden home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room and dining room and kitchen and completely finished basement with family room and the third bedroom and laundry facilities, storage, paved drive, exceptionally large deck at the rear and totally landscaped lot – gas heat, central air Call Helen at 432-0058

NEW $21 PRICE 9,90 0

A wonderful investment for an investor or a new home buyer – 2 bedroom 2 storey home in excellent state of repair – good sized lot with detached single garage – patio at rear plus a storage room for lawnmower and snowblower – newer gas furnace – clean basement – new flooring throughout the home and newer kitchen cupboards Call Helen at 432-0058

Completely finished and ready to “move in”.

3 bedroom semi-detached 2 storey home

NEW PRIC E

Mack Wilson, Developer & Hansma-Beimers Construction Ltd., Builder 693 FOURTH ST. 818 8TH ST Exceptional value here at this address – maintenance free rear yard with large tiered deck – hardwood flooring throughout – three levels completely finished – 1 and ½ baths – outstanding bathroom off master bedroom – landscaped to perfection – central air – Call Helen at 432-0058

An absolutely perfect spot to live – quiet neighbourhood and affordable living in this raised ranch bungalow with master bedroom on the upper level plus 4 pce bath, living room, dining room and kitchen and lower level has 2 bedrooms, family room, laundry and storage. Well landscaped lot, paved drive and single car detached garage.

Call Helen at 432-0058

BURNSTOWN VILLAGE

1716 CALABOGIE RD., BURNSTOWN An ideal business and residential venture in a busy Village near Renfrew – this building affords you the first floor for your new shop and the second for your living quarters – 2 fireplaces – all kinds of parking at this location and a great traffic area for business. Call Helen at 432-0058

219 OAK ST., EGANVILLE

MADAWASKA RIVER WATERFRONT 48 STACEY DR., BURNSTOWN What a home to visit! Timberframe construction and every detail completed to perfection – large open living spaces on every level – deluxe kitchen overlooks dining room and family room which then overlooks a well completed trex deck extending your view of the mighty Madawaska River. The living room is massive with a floor to ceiling wood fireplace for cozy nights. This home is a pleasure to view and an absolute pleasure for me to show you Call Helen at 432-0058

An opportunity for you to own a ICF home (insulate concrete form) completed to perfection and a large lot to accompany this. 3 bedrooms ,4 pce bath, large open living quarters with a wellequipped kitchen, living and dining and beautifully finished inside and out. A double car garage and a large rear lot are here for you as well – radiant heat and good living at this address. Call Helen at 432-0058

have been Tarion Warranty Award Winners Every Year!

16 Lots Available for Single Family Homes on Otteridge Ave. Fully Serviced.

DON’T MISS ONE OF THESE!!!

237, 241 & 245 FOXDEN SOLD 239 FOXDEN CONDITIONALLY SOLD ONLY 1 IS LEFT. DO NOT MISS OUT!!!

5 more bungalows (similar to drawing) now under construction on Foxden Street.

LOTS FOR SALE • 102 HARAMIS DR. Building lot in a prime residential area, measuring 57.35 feet x 112.66 feet deep – ready for construction to commence.

Call Helen at 432-0058.

• COMM. BUILDING LOT - Raglan St. N. • BARRYVALE, MORNINGSIDE CRT. 2 acres - treed lot - test holes completed • MARGARET ST. R.R.#6 RENFREW - 132x165

• COMM. LAND HWY #60 - Fully serviced - C-2 zoning - 3 parcels • HARAMIS DR. (MANOR ESTATES) Fully serviced lots

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EADY REALTY, INC. Brokerage

29 Raglan St. S., Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8

613-432-2100

Morris Eady

www.century21.ca/eadyrealty

338 BARNET BLVD

SOLD

AGENT: CHARLENE RIOPELLE-BADOUR

Dennis Yakaback Real Estate Broker

Broker of Record Cell

432-1830

Cell

5184 QUEEN

SOLD

AGENT: PATTI REID, RICK REID

JUST LISTED - 3562 RIVER RD.

Patti Reid Sales Rep.

432-0041

Cell

401-0197

570 SULLIVAN ST.

SOLD AGENT: MORRIS EADY

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42 LAKEVIEW LANE

27 QUEEN ST.

SOLD AGENT: DENNIS YAKABACK

NEW LISTING - 341B MOHAWK LANE

• $197,500 • Newer open concept bungalow • Patio doors to covered deck • Large master • Finished lower level Agent: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

135 PETER ST.

Charlene Riopelle Vincent Johnston Kelly Derue Sales Rep. Real Estate Broker Badour Sales Rep. Cell 433-2254 Cell 433-2681 Cell 433-4082

WATERFRONT

20 NADOBNY LANE

• 3 season cottage on Constant Lake • 110 feet of water frontage • Pretty lot with lots of trees • Septic installed Agent: Rick 613-401-3212 or Patti 613-401-0197

47A BOYLE LANE

Rick Reid Sales Rep.

Cell

401-3212

805 KING ST.

SOLD AGENT: DENNIS YAKABACK

404 WADE AVE

MLS# 796982 • Won’t last long • 3 + 2 Bedroom raised bungalow • Hardwood floors, central air, natural gas heat • Only $229,000 Agent: Kelly Derue 613-433-2681

151 SIMPSON AVE.

159,900

WATERFRONT • Updated 3 bedroom • Backing on wooded ravine • Low utility bills • Full basement Agent: Patti Reid 613-401-0197 Rick Reid 613-401-3212

1012 FRANCIS ST.

$369,900

MLS #795038 • Waterfront without waterfront taxes • 3 lots in 1, large and private • 3 bedroom 2 bath bungalow Agent: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

OPEN HOUSE - 454 WADE AVE. NEW PRICE

• MLS #803257 $359,600 • Log home with beautiful view of lake • Deeded access to lake • Detached garage Agent: Vincent Johntston 613-433-2254

90 OPEONGO RD.

• $189,900 MLS # 785595 • Corner Property • 2 Homes • Main house, 5 bedroom , 3 Baths • Rental house - 1 Bedroom • Excellent Investment Property Agent: Morris Eady 613-432-1830

OPEN HOUSE - 1779 FRASER RD.

• $134,900 MLS #787395 • Brick home • Large lot • No more renting • Priced to sell Agent: Charlene Riopelle Badour 613-433-4082

71 MCGARRY

$139,900 MLS #793257 • 3 bedroom • 1.5 storey • nice lot • great location Agent: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

278 RAGLAN

NEW PRICE

Saturday, Aug. 27 – 1-3pm

Sunday, Aug. 28 – 2-4pm

• $284,900 MLS #796982 3+ bedroom bungalow in desired neighbourhood.

Agent: Kelly Derue 433-2681

• $224,900 MLS #793291 Solid brick bungalow minutes outside of Renfrew.

Agent: Kelly Derue 433-2681

MLS # 773692 • second floor • 4200 sq ft • run your own restaurant • 3rd floor • office space • 4200 sq ft Make an offer!

Agent: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

• $199,900 • Direct water access to Golden Lake • Year round home • Completely renovated • New oil furnace & woodstove Agent: Rick Reid 613-401-3212

39 KILLARNEY LANE

$344,900 MLS #801143 • Year round home with Calabogie Lake as your playground • 240 feet of waterfront • Well maintained, comfortable 2 bedroom bungalow • Double Lot • 5 Min to ski hill/golf Agent: Kelly Derue 613-433-2681

LOTS FOR SALE SCOTCHBUSH RD 5 ACRES - $46,900 5 ACRES - $48,900 28 ACRES - $75,000 READY FOR YOUR DREAM HOME AGENT: CHARLENE 613-433-4082

• $179,900 MLS #785132 • All Brick • Double paved driveway • Gas heat - Central air • 3 Bedrooms • Quiet neighbourhood Agent: Morris Eady 613-432-1830

590 HEATHER PLACE

$156,000 • 3 Bedroom bungalow on 1/2 acre lot • Large eat-in kitchen & formal dining area • Family oriented neighbourhood • 2 Car detached garage Agent: Rick Reid 613-401-3212

On Duty This Weekend Rick Reid Sales Rep. 613-401-3212

I welcome your weekend call on any listed property

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Const. Terry Ritz is investigating a report of a theft of a wallet from a residence on Beachburg Road in the Township of Whitewater Region.

Nothing else was reported stolen. The report was filed Aug. 15.

On Aug. 16 a complaint was filed that an unknown liquid

OTTA WA R IVER

95 TOWEY LANE Amazing 3 bedroom waterfront home right on the shores of the Ottawa River. This home has been extremely well cared for with many features and an outstanding layout. Very bright and open concept kitchen with views of the river from many angles. Call David to view today.

Very impressive property. MLS #803723

had been sprayed at a construction employee on Highway 17 in the Township of Whitewater Region. The vehicle was located and a 51-year-old man from Car-

leton Place was charged with assault with a weapon contrary to the Criminal Code. Const.

Kristy Hart is the investigating officer.

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219 OAK STREET EGANVILLE.

NEW

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WATE RFRO NT

32 ARTESIAN LANE

Quality built ICF 3 bedroom home. Beautiful open concept with many upgrades. Radiant in floor heating. Heated double car garage as well. Landscaped yard surrounds this home.

MLS #784899. Call David for a showing. 613401-2824.

Custom built 3 bedroom home on one of the best lakes in Ontario. Many many features in this home as well as hunting, fishing, ATV, and boating right from your property. Large workshop with studio above to entertain or use as more sleeping quarters. This property has it all.

Call David today. 613-401-2824.MLS #794810.

TIMBER TRAIL 30 LOCHIEL Great starter home in a very good location blocks away from downtown. Large yard with a deck on rear to enjoy. Call David today. MLS #800919

E PRIC NEW

E PRIC NEW

WATERFRONT LOT on the Madawaska River.

All ready to build your dream home or cottage.

200 ft of prime waterfront. Do not miss out.

MLS#786169 Call David. 613-401-2824.

NEW

E PRIC

194 ROSS STREET

DAVID VINCENT Sales Representative Office 613-432-7562 Cell 613-401-2824 david@remaxrenfrew.com

327 LISGAR Wonderful starter home in a great area of Renfrew. New roof, and a great insulated garage that could be used as an office. $125,000. Call David today. MLS #797663.

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List or sell with us and get free Airmiles 238 FOXDEN ST.

290 THOMPSON AVE. Solid 3 bedroom brick home on a quiet street with privacy in your back yard. Call David to view today. 613-401-2824. $119,500.

MLS #791370

21 McGARRY AVE. Solid 3 bedroom brick home with a great lot and tons of curb appeal. Call David today to view. 613-401-2824.

Excellent value with this 3 level solid brick bungalow home overlooking Smiths’ Creek.

Gleaming hardwood floors and plenty of room throughout. Central A/C and many upgrades.

Heated and insulated garage/workshop. MLS #792459. $174,500 Call David today

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BUILDING LOTS

304 SIDNEY AVE

Brokerage

29 Raglan St. S., Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8 613-432-2100

873 FERGUSLEA RD.

2 – 1 acre lots on Swamp Road minutes from Renfrew. $27,000.

• $354,900 MLS #785807 • Ample living space for 2 families • Only 3 years old • Oversized double garage • Custom kitchen cabinets/Top of the line appliances • Numerous upgrades - Hardwood floors, quartz and granite countertops, 4’ wide hallways Agent: Kelly Derue 613-433-2681

70 SPINDLEDRIFT

1.51 acre lot on Burnstown Road and White Lake $44,900.

Agent: Kelly Derue 613-433-2681

1011 JANE ST.

205 STEVENSON CRES. One of the best locations in town. This 3 bedroom home has been well cared for with many new features. Call David today to view. 613-401-2824.

14 LITTLE ST.

47 ACRES

• $152,000 MLS #796495 • 3+ Bedroom • 1 1/2 Storey • Nicely Landscaped • Privacy Deck at Rear • Central Air

Call Kelly 613-433-2681 to view

778 SEVENTH AVE.

• $329,900 MLS #783317 • 47 Acres • 3 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Woodburning Fireplace • 3 Stall Barn Agent: Kelly Derue 613-433-2681

78 TOWEY LANE

• $109,900 MLS #784033 • 2 Bedrooms • Affordable Living • Centrally Located • Woodstove in Kitchen Agent: Kelly Derue 613-433-2681

1597 EADY RD.

REDUCED

$349,900 MLS #802323 • Calabogie Highlands Golf Course living • Deeded access to Calabogie Lake • Walk to the first tee • Great view of Lake Agent: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

97 HARVEY’S CRES.

SALE PENDING

• $144,900 MLS #784542 • Large lot • Edge of town • Well & Septic • Metal Roof • Lots of storage Agent: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

538 SULLIVAN

• $134,900 MLS#789036 • Fenced yard w/ pool • 2 Bedroom Bungalow • Inexpensive utilities Agent: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

632 PRIEST CAMP RD. NEW PRICE

• MLS #802629 $184,900 • Great location minutes from town • 3 Bedroom • Hardwood floors • Spotless Decor • Updated bath • Fresh Paint Agent: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

• $119,900 MLS #803386 • Updated furnace, central air, 200 AMP service, generator panel • 2 bedrooms/cozy livingroom/ hardwood floor • Affordable at $119,900 Agent: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

• $224,900 MLS #785551 • Beat the heat at the lake • 3 Bedroom cottage • Nice waterfront • Over 7 acres Agent: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

• $459,900 MLS #792473 • Ottawa River Living • Waterfront Bungalow • Hot Tub, Deck, Sleep Cabin • Garage & Workshop Agent: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

132 BLACKBURN RD.

$249,900 MLS #800361 • Private Lot • Large garage /workshop • Close to town Agent: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

69 RAILWAY AVE.

LOVELY COUNTRY HOME

$329,900 MLS #793628 • Perfect Location • Quiet Country Road • Minutes from Town • 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths • Large Garage/Workshop • ICF Construction Agent: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

$149,900 MLS #802191 3 Bedroom, Large eat in Kitchen, Extra deep lot, updated roof shingles, gas furnace, central air.

Agent: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

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39 Renfrew Ave. W., Unit 1 Renfrew, Ontario 613-432-8122 sales@royallepageoneil.com Helping you is what we do.

www.royallepageoneil.com SERVICE – INTEGRITY – RESULTS

Gerry O'Neil Broker of Record 613-432-2333 gerryoneil@royallepage.ca

NEW LISTING

Sherri Cobus Sales Representative 613-432-1947

Allison Shields-Mulvihill Sales Representative 613-433-2880

Christena McNab Mike Coulas Sales Representative Sales Representative 613-570-1443 613-432-0092

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allisonmulvihill@royallepage.ca

christenamcnab@royallepage.ca mikecoulas@royallepage.ca

Marianne Carroll Broker 613-433-4275

OPEN HOUSE

631 SOUTHWAY SIDE Rare Find! 155 ft of Waterfront on Norway Lake! 83.45 acres with trails throughout, great for exploring & recreational hunting. Spacious 4 bedroom, 3 season cottage features deck to view the water & relax. Well & septic. Some appliances & furnishings included MLS#804288

Catherine O'Neil Broker 613-432-2333 catherineoneil@royallepage.ca

NEW LISTING

OPEN HOUSE 329 HARRY STREET

22 HELMER LANE Unique Opportunity! $39,500. House could be used as a camp or demolish to build your dream home.

Well, no septic, 200 amp service, detached garage 15’ x 32’. Call for more info!

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2011 2pm to 4pm

Your Host: Sherri Cobus, Sales Representative MLS#800169 613-432-1947

MLS#804772

OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE 91 LORNE ST.

1285 FORESTERS FALLS RD • Handyman’s Special on 1.5 acre country lot • 4 bedrooms, large eat-in kitchen • $85,000 MLS#804140

1623 EADY ROAD • 3 bedroom, open concept family home, pristine maple flooring on 1.26 acres • MOTIVATED SELLER! • $248,900 MLS#797871

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2011 2pm to 4pm Your Host: Mike Coulas, Sales Representative MLS#804158 613-432-0092

OPEN HOUSE

FRONT WATER

NEW PRICE

CONSTANT LAKE • 3 bedroom cottage with 240 ft of waterfront • Very private, great swimming • $164,900 MLS#793949

528 OPEONGO ROAD • 2 storey, 3 bedroom home on 5.03 acres • In-ground pool, large deck • Lots of space for a growing family!

MLS#796522

FRONT WATER

OPEN HOUSE 816 EIGHTH STREET

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2011 6:30pm to 8:30pm

6179 HWY#132 • 3+2 bedroom, 3 bath home, 2 levels of living space • Open concept design, private hot tub • $339,500 MLS#800368

749 FIFTH STREET • Well maintained family home bigger than it looks!

• Private rear deck, fenced yard, detached garage, rec. room • $224,500 MLS#804166

Your Host: Allison Shields-Mulvihill, Sales Representative MLS#803833 613-433-2880

357 WADE AVENUE • 3 bedroom family home, finished lower level • Heated in-ground pool, large deck • $285,000 MLS#797861

952 CHIMO ROAD S. • 160 ft of waterfront, 3 bedroom home/cottage • Fully furnished plus all the toys • $399,500 MLS#794989

678 ENGLISH ROAD • Lovely 3+1 bedroom home on 1.22 acres • Updated kitchen with eating area • $214,500 MLS#796909

3687 BURNSTOWN ROAD

OPEN HOUSE NEW PRICE 41 BONNECHERE STREET N. • Great 4 bedroom Family Home!

• New HE gas furnace + newer windows & doors • $194,900 MLS#787563

SUNDAY AUGUST 28, 2011 2:00pm to 4:00pm

60 ARGYLE STREET S. • Side by side duplex, huge backyard • 2 bedrooms, 2 parking spaces per unit • $134,900 MLS#797870

Your Host: Christena McNab, Sales Representative MLS#793812 613-570-1443

WATERFRONT LOTS

D L O S 1089 OLMSTEAD-JEFFREY LAKE RD

OPEN HOUSE 86 BONNECHERE STREET SOUTH

• 3+1 bedroom home on large lot • Finished lower level, new roof & central vac in 2010 • $189,900 MLS#792698

NEW PRICE

2385 HWY#60 660 HYDRO BAY ROAD • 19 acres with 874’ of waterfront on Muskrat Lake • Very private • $249,000 MLS#755153

3797 BURNSTOWN ROAD • 4 bedroom home with plenty of living space • Fully finished basement MLS#799039 • $189,900

261 PLAUNT STREET • 3 bedroom, 1.5 storey on corner lot • Roof re-shingled & new flooring in 2006 MLS#798009 • $129,900

• 63.2 acre hobby farm backing onto the Bonnechere River • 2 bedroom home, 2 part barn • $299,500 MLS#798656

MIKE COULAS YOUR WEEKEND SALES REPRESENTATIVE 613-432-0092

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OPP urge motorists to drive safely as school buses return are reminded of the rules of the road in regards to school buses and pedestrians.

Section 175(11) of the Highway Traffic Act states, “Every driver or street car operator, when meeting on a highway, other than a highway with a median strip, a stopped school bus that

Once again, the time has come for motorists to be on the lookout for youth as they head back to school.

The Ontario Provincial Police remind everyone that school buses are back in action starting Aug. 29.

OPP officers will be out ensuring that motorists

The Mercury Delivering news from schools across the region.

has its overhead red signal-lights flashing, shall stop before reaching the bus and shall not proceed until the bus moves or the overhead red signallights have stopped flashing.” R.S.O. 1990.

The fine for failing to stop for a school bus with lights flashing is $400, plus by a victim fine sur-

charge.

Many children walk to school and motorists should beware of the increased pedestrian traffic around local schools as children make their way for their first exciting day.

Reduced speeds in some school zones will again be in effect, so beware.

Also be aware that when you are charged with certain offences, including speeding, the fines are increased and in some cases doubled, in community safety zones.

A community safety zone is any area with signs near schools, day cares or any other designated area.

RENFREW COUNTY ROSS PEEVER

Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage A locally owned Independent Member Broker

Sales Representative Res.

613-432-5394

330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3 SAT., AUG 27, 1- 3:00 p.m.

1018 MCNAB RD., CALABOGIE

3 SEASON COTTAGE – Located in Barryvale area, 2 minutes from golf course, 10 minutes from ski hill. Maintenance free kit., LR with brick fireplace, 3 BDR, newer sunroom overlooking the lake. Lot 50 by 169. Asking $359,900. Call Ross 433-1133 for details .

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542 SOUTHSIDE WAY Three Seasoned Cottage; Kit, LR, 2 BDR, 1-3 PC Bath, Newer Screened in Porch, Septic System, Water from Lake. Lot 100’ by 178’, 2 Storage Sheds on property. Asking $179,900. Call Ross to View 613.433.1133

17 PRIEST CAMP RD., MINK LAKE Two Year Old Bungalow, Open Concept Kit, DR, LR, 2 Large BDR with double closet, 1 – 4 pc bath. F.A. Propane Heat; in ground pool, Lot 210’ by 420’. Call Ross 613.433.1133 for further details.

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1500 SQ. FT.

PRIME WATERFRONT Location, Location! Family home on the beautiful shores of Lake Dore.

165ft of magnificent eye catching waterfront-great swimming.The home has been freshly painted throughout.

Hardwood floor in LR & hall. Ceramic tile in kitchen & bath. Livingroom overlooks the lake. Huge rec room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace.

2 car garage, gazebo, dock, c/a & c/v.

New roof June/10. 3.2 acres of easily maintained grounds. $469,000. Call Ross for viewing 613-433-1133.

491 WHELAN RD.

CONSTANT LAKE RD. CENTRAL BONNECHERE TOWNSHIP

Open Concept Kith with Maple Cupboards plus island leading to back deck, Large LR, 1 – 4 pc bath, laundry room , 3 BDR with 1- 4 pc ensuite plus walk-in closet off MBR, hardwood floors throughout, full basement all dry walled, 4th BDR, furnace room, propane heat, large lot. Call Ross for details 613.433.1133

Immaculate property with 177 acres in total.1800 sq ft brick bungalow, restored farmhouse, 1 bedroom bungalow, three cottages, & five trailer sites. New outdoor wood furnace installed and services all homes. 30ft X 30ft garage.

Year round income approx. $30,000.

Great fishing area. Please no drive bys.

Call Ross for viewing 613-433-1133.

BROMLEY TOWNSHIP LOCATED 2 KM FROM COBDEN Lot 1 – 420’ x 990’ re 9.70 acres. Price $45,500.

Lot 2 – 420’ x 990’ re 9.70 acres. Price $47,900.

WATERFRONT PROPERTY 148 acre with 495’ on Olmstead Lake. Mostly softwood bush ie: Pine, Spruce etc. Approx 10 miles from Renfrew. Fully Surveyed.

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331 WENTLAND RD., EGANVILLE All log home on 1.33 acres quality craftsmanship. Large kitchen with black cherry cabinets, D.R., L.R., Laundry & 3 pc bath, steel roof, outdoor wood furnace, central air. Price $349,900. Call Ross to view 613-433-1133.

604 FORTINGTON ST. Kitchen, DR, Large L.R. with hardwood Fl., 1-4 pc bath, sec fl, 3 BDR, 1-2pc bath, full basement with rec room, BFA, Gas boiler heat, Back deck, 1 car detached garage, Don’t miss out on this home. Asking $179,900. Call Ross 433-1133.

23 CLAVETTER LANE Just off Priest Camp Rd, Built in 2005, 2 storey Vinyl Sided Kit, DR, LR , 1 – 2 pc bath laundry, all hardwood flooring 2nd Level 4 BDR with 1 – 3 pc ensuite plus 1 -4 bath. Outdoor shed 16’ by 16’ Great Beach. Asking $364,000. Call Ross for more details 613-433-1133.

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HWY 132 Brick Bungalow on 1.5 acres. Separate KIT, DR, LR, 3BDR, 1- 4 pc bath, Basement: Rec Room, work shop, laundry, storage. Central Air, F.A. Oil, 2 car insulated detached garage, + large storage shed. Private large back deck.

Asking $279,900. Call Ross to View 613.433.1133

LOT ON DOMBROSKIE RD 275’ frontage, some trees, with some open land total 4.8 acres. Asking $45,900

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65 PEGGS LANE Location, Location. Privacy; Extra Lot Custom Built Home, Mainfloor has KIT, DR, LR, Den, Large MBR with ensuite; 2nd floor has 3 BDR, 1 4-PC bath; Full Basement with Large Rec Room, Three Car attached garage, manicured lawn. Call Ross 613.433.1133 for further details.

1157 HWY. 132 Vinyl Sided Bungalow, eat in KIT, LR, hardwood floors under rug, 1 – 4 pc bath, 2 BR, Full basement unfinished, F.A. Gas Heat, 250 AMP 2 car detached garage 17’ by 20’ asking $169,900. Call Ross to view 613-433-1133.

23 SENIOR CRESENT Mobile home; with large additcion, features include: kit., L.R., 2 B.D.R., family room 17’x12’, sewing room 18’x11’, propane heat, separate insulated shed, two decks out front, all this on large lot, asking $79,900. Call Ross for details 613-433-1133.

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PETER VINCENT

Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage A locally owned Independent Member Broker

330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3 40 WATE 0FT RFRO NT

T JUS D E T S I L

VIRGIN LAKE Asking $299,900, Year round 3 BR waterfront home, only minutes from Calabogie.. MLS#804712

46 HARAMIS DR. Asking $54,900 for this prime building lot in Manor Estates.

432-7562 • www.remaxrenfrew.com

T JUS D E T S I L

194 ROSS AVE. Now Only $174,500, large brick home with insulated garage, spacious bedrooms, overlooking Smith’s Creek. MLS# 792459

ONLY

198 MINEVIEW RD. Asking $159,900 for this well maintained 2+1 bedroom bungalow on 4.3 acres of land. MLS# 802217.

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202 AUBREY RD. Asking $199,900. Off 4th Chute Rd. Excellent recreational land, hydro to lot already.

MLS# 790528

EADY RD Asking $259,900, HST Incl, 3 BR, 2 bath bungalow, great floor plan, large front deck, double car garage, just off Hwy 17. MLS#803335

MUSK RAT L AKE

110 HENDRY LANE Asking $265,000 with 132 ft of excellent waterfront. 4 BR, central air, detached workshop and sleep loft, paved driveway. View online MLS# 799872.

$275 ,000

IDEAL HOBBY FARM/HOME 9.7 ACRES, 228B Goshen Rd, a perfect retreat, currently used for horses, 3 BR + Loft, good outbuildings + stable. MLS# 801554.

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CENTENNIAL LAKE Enjoy the lake year round, asking $285,000, well maintained home, great views and excellent waterfront. MLS# 786841

12 MAC’S LANE Asking $524,000, Immaculate Ottawa River home, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, updated throughout, deep lot. MLS#804231

118 IVY AVE Asking $222,500. Solid three bedroom brick bungalow, finished basement, large fenced rear yard. MLS#803388

OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT LOTS Horton Twp by Storyland, ideal building lots. Call Peter for details. MLS#800003

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4.3 ES ACR

57 HARAMIS DR. Asking $269,900. Well constructed corner lot home, three bedrooms, large rear deck + garage. MLS# 798948

BROKER

Cell 613-432-0319

ONLY

$99,9 00

697 SEVENTH ST Built in tenants, two bedroom, metal roof, newer kitchen, new 100 amp service. fenced yard, gas heat and central air. MLS# 783587.

D L O S

716 FIFTH ST. Asking $129,900. Great location, Open Concept home, two bedroom, with garage.

MLS# 802492.

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GRIST MILL RD. Now asking $259,900, come enjoy the river, spacious three bedroom home, New Propane Furnace to be installed.

MLS# 786392

NEWE C PRI

290 THOMPSON AVE New Price, now asking $119,500, solid brick 3 bedroom home. MLS# 791370

D L O S

804 BRUCE ST Asking $199,900, 7.25 acres, great location, log home with 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths,

5957 MURPHY RD. Asking $155,000, raised bungalow with 4 acres, 3 bedrooms, spacious interior.

MLS# 797450.

MLS# 797314.

Police

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Public asked to help Ministry of Natural Resources enforce fishing regulations Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers and the Ministry of Natural Resources are asking for the publics’ assistance in preventing fishing violations.

Most anglers understand and follow Ontario’s Fishing Regulations, but every year Conservation Officers see some common violations committed by anglers that can be easily avoided.

Anglers cannot be in possession of fish cut or packed so that species, numbers, or size limits (where applicable) cannot readily be identified Every year conservation officers seize literally tons of fish that are not properly packaged for transport.

If an officer cannot easily determine species and numbers of your fish, it is impossible to determine whether or not you may be in compliance with the regulations and you may needlessly lose your fish.

Crime Stoppers Pembroke/ Renfrew County believes that someone may have information that could assist police in solving three crimes.

If you have information on any criminal offence that results in charges being laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000.

Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 735-8477 that is 735 -TIPS or call 1-800-2228477.

Affiliates Realty Ltd., Brokerage

Carol E Bridal

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Century 21

Sales Representative 129 Riocan Ave, Ottawa

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Sat. August 27 2-4 p.m.

1179 Fraser Rd., RENFREW

454 Wade Ave., RENFREW

Kelly Derue, Real Estate Broker 613-433-2680

Kelly Derue, Real Estate Broker 613-433-2680

Sat. Sept. 3 2-4 p.m.

Sun. August 28 2-4 p.m. www.royallepageoneil.com

334 STEWARTVILLE RD. MCNAB/BRAESIDE

Crime of the week Crime Stoppers and the Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police need your help to solve the theft of a distinctive racing car and trailer.

On July 31 a 20-foot-long homemade trailer was stolen from a residence on Lochwinnoch Road in Horton Township.

The trailer had a galvanized steel door, and a painting of a blue house on the side.

Inside the trailer was a 1980 Chevrolet Monza racing car.

The car had a custom paint job, mainly yellow and red with the words SPYDER VENON painted on the sides. The hood also had a breather with a spider painted on it.

Crime Stoppers Pembroke/ Renfrew County believes someone may have information that could assist police in solving these crimes. If you have information on any criminal offence that results in charges being laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000.

Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 735-8477 that is 735-TIPS or you can reach us at 1-800-222-8477. You could help solve a crime. All tips remain anonymous and you will not have to attend court. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display.

Their telephones are answered 24 hours a day. For more, visit www. valleytips.ca.

Lovely log home nestled in woods 10 minutes from Arnprior. Approx 2 acres. Main level open concept living dining and kitchen. Huge front porch. Upper level boasts sun filled studio/den master bedroom loft and two upper level balconies. Lower level with seperate entrance offers familyroom, bedroom and 3 piece bath. Ample storage in lower foyer.

MLS#797769. Asking 229,900

420 Joffre St., RENFREW

91 Lorne St., RENFREW

Nancy Atchison, Sales Rep. 613-794-0549

Mike Coulas, Sales Rep. 613-432-0092

Sun. August 28 2-4 p.m. www.royallepageoneil.com

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613-623-7922

330 White Lake Rd., Arnprior, Ont.

Sharon Enright Broker of Record

329 Harry St., RENFREW

28 Bluff Point Dr., CALABOGIE

Sherri Cobus, Sales Rep. 613-432-1947

Sharon Enright, Broker of Record 613-623-7922

OPEN HOUSE SUN, AUG 28 2-4 PM Wed. August 31 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. www.royallepageoneil.com

28 BLUFF POINT DRIVE, CALABOGIE LAKE

The perfect partnership. Strong, sturdy and elegant 1 1/2 Story Log Floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Cathedral ceiling. 3 BR; 3 Bathroom, Enclosed Sun Porch, 3 Bay Garage with self contained apartment,88 feet of waterfrontage on Calabogie Lake. $699,900. Call Sharon Enright 613-623-7922. MLS#772865.

1 Acre Lots, within walking distance to the Oaks of Cobden Golf Course. Country Setting. $24,900 each. Call Sharon Enright 613-623-7922

Sun. August 28 2-4 p.m. www.royallepageoneil.com

818 Eighth St., RENFREW

86 Bonnechere St., RENFREW

Allison Shields-Mulvihill, Sales Rep. 613-432-2880

Christena McNab, Sales Rep. 613-570-1443

Sat. August 27 Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage

1 - 3 p.m.

VACANT LAND - 180 ACRES WITH GORGEOUS VIEWS OF THE OTTAWA RIVER.

Ideal Hobby farm or development property, Includes a sand beach Ottawa waterfront lot - 155”x330”, 70 Acres tillable; 12 acres pasture; 95 acres mature bush, (some wetlands) Trails throughout for 4-wheeling. Big Barn. Creek runs through property, super duck/deer hunting. Castleford area, 15 mins, from Renfrew/Arnprior. 45 mins. Kanata. $495,00. Call Sharon Enright 613-623-7922 Please go to www.royallepage.ca/sharonenright for further listings

1018 McNab Rd., CALABOGIE Ross Peever, Sales Representative 613-433-1133

For more information on these and other listings, please check out the regular real estate ads in this edition.

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APARTMENT INSURANCE protects your personal belongings and claims that could be brought against you by the landlord. Don’t rent without Tenants Insurance. Eady Insurance (613)432-8543 ARTICLES 4 SALE

SALE SALE SALE We pay the tax on ceramic and vinyl until Sept. 15th.

More laminate samples to choose from, all on sale.

*HOT TUB (SPA) Covers-Best Price. Best quality. All shapes and colours. Call 1-866652-6837.

613-432-8111 www.thecoverSELLING HOME - like guy.com/newspaper new, beige, leather 15 READY TO LAY wrap-around chesterpullets. $15 each. Call field. Footrests on each 752-1782 end. Paid $4000, sell 25 HP MERC outboard $1500. Contact Stan engine comes with boat Chaput 613-432-3000 and trailer. Best offer.

622-0416 WHITE CEDAR LUMBER, Decking, fencing, BIRCH DININGROOM all dimensions, rough table, 40” x 60” with 2 or dressed. Timbers center leaves and 8 and V-joints also chairs. $250. Phone available. Call Tom at 432-5389 McCann’s Forest ProdCEDAR POSTS, 8 - 4” ucts 613-628-6199 or tops; 12 ft cedar rails. 613-633-3911 649-2321 CL25585

JOHN LAMBERT CARPETS

FARM EQUIPMENT

ARTICLES WANTED

ARTICLES 4 SALE

WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE scrap cars.

Will pay $100 $150, even up to $200, depending on types. Picked up free.

613-432-3464 or cell 613-432-0449

PUPPY SCHOOL Diamond award winning Wags & Whiskers puppy Kindergarten, offers obedience and socialization. For a well behaved puppy call the Puppy Training Specialists, Tena & Ian 613DRY, SPLIT FIREWOOD 623-6200 for sale. Mixed hardwood can be picked HUNTING up or delivered. Call 613-433-3247 for prices and arrangements.

HUNTER SAFETY CANADIAN FIREARMS COURSE, Almonte September, 9th, 10th, FOR SALE 11st.

Wenda CoHardwood (mostly maple) chran 613-256-2409

FIREWOOD Cut and Split Delivery Available

613-649-2631

432-8826

NEW ELECTRIC BIKE, no driver’s licence or insurance required.

Great price. 613-6492631 or 613-4331178 PROPANE WALL unit.

432-6441

HEATER Call 613-

HOUSES FOR SALE

3 BEDROOM 2 storey home on Barr St. Gas furnace, central air, 4 appliances included, spacious yard, garage, $900/month plus utilities, no pets, no smoking. Call Peter 432-0319

BEAUTIFUL FURNISHED country home to share with retired professional who is away a lot. Bright open concept - recently renovated, 10min to Renfrew 1hr to Ottawa.

613-432-3170

2003 Limited Edition Silver Anniversary YAMAHA ROAD STAR 13700 km, Very clean, only had 1 owner, never been dropped, terrific condition. Comes with back rest and saddle bags. $7600.

Baby on route no more time to ride.

Martin 613.424.2335 CL25669

LOTS & LAND

2 - 1 ACRE WATERFRONT LOTS for sale, on the Big Rideau near Portland ON $149,900 and $249,900. 613-2722525

ATTRACTIVE, BRIGHT, one bedroom basement apartment. In modern brick home, suitable for mature adult. Features large livingroom. Stove, fridge, water and parking included. Private yard.

Private entrance. Quiet area in center town.

No pets, please. References. $595 monthly.

Phone 613-432-5218.

Please leave message

BRAND NEW 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath. Garden home with attached garage and deck. Ideal for seniors.

Contact Helen 613432-0058 BEAUTIFUL VIEW of LARGE 3 BEDROOM historic downtown Renbrick house for rent be- frew from a large 1 apartment. tween Renfrew and bedroom Arnprior, close to Available in SeptemMcNab Public School, ber, $535 a month, newly renovated, with parking and laun$1000/month plus dry facilities. Call Buutilities, 613-432-9040 jold Properties 613432-0789. Leave message after hours.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

HOUSES FOR SALE

CENTRE UNIT TOWNHOUSE for sale. 857 Eighth St, 3 bedroom bungalow, finished basement, fenced backyard. For more details see www.grapevine.on.ca ID# 32360 or call 432-6407

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

FOR RENT LARGE 2/3 bedroom apartment in century-old building.

Tastefully decorated, hardwood floors and high ceilings.

Quiet building, centrally located, $750/month, plus utilities. 613-432-5741

1 BEDROOM HOUSE apt for rent in Cobden with backyard, utilities, high speed internet included, $650/month, first/last required, no 4 BEDROOM, $825 smoking, no pets, conplus utilities, Gas heat / tact 613-570-1477 or LARGE 2 BEDROOM prkg / lg yard, Laundry 613-758-2549 apt, 157 Munroe Ave hook ups, First and last W. Stove, fridge, gas ONE BDRM., required, 613-432fireplace, parking, no 5566 TWO BDRM. & smokers.

Available BACHELOR APTS. Sept 1. 613-432-2014 AVAILABLE SEPT 1ST, Starting from after 5p.m.

3 bedroom house, $ $850/month plus 650/mo., all inclusive.

NEWLY RENOVATED Fridge, stove utilities. Large yard.

2 bedroom upstairs apt & parking.

Central Public or Fatidowntown Arnprior.

Call for available ma School districts.

Washer/dryer in unit, dates.

Creek behind house. secure building with in613-281-9444 Central air, oil, gas tercom, parking spot, (cell) heat, references. 613613-432-8109 X115 heat and hydro extra, 312-7320 if interested $725 month, first/last (office) CL25920 613-302-1669

Your new family home is ready now!

Just move in and enjoy the flowers!

Nothing to do but move in and enjoy the peace and tranquility.

Custom (Quality) Built in 2009 with your family in mind. One acre lot for the kids to play in. Dead end road, NO traffic.

Minutes from the town of Renfrew and the Ottawa River. 45 Minutes to Kanata.

3+1 Bedroom, 1 ½ Baths. Beautiful custom cabinets, with corion counters.

Large back deck looking into a very private Back yard. Established perennial beds, cement walkways at back and interlock walkway at the front with a charming front porch swing. Finished basement with wet bar, rec room, mud room and cold storage.

Call 613-432-3714 for more info or visit www.propertysold.ca/6472 and view the other pictures.

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TWO BICYCLES FOR SALE $250 Firm for both Call 613-4323787

HUNTER SAFETY Canadian Firearms Course. Courses and exams held throughout the year. Free course if you organize a group, exams available. Wenda Cochran, 613-2562409.

BEAUTIFUL 3 BDRM home at Rhoddy’s Bay, 15 min west of Arnprior, central air and heat, steps to sandy beach. days 613-623-5083; evenings 613-6231041

BEDS, SOFA BEDS, BEDROOM SUITES, DINING ROOM SUITES, SOFAS, RECLINERS, BAR STOOLS, HEADBOARDS, COMFORTERS

BESIDE FINNIGAN’S

HUNTER SAFETY CANADIAN FIREARMS COURSE, Carp SEPT., 16th, 17th, 18st.

Wenda Cochran 613256-2409

2 BEDROOM garden home avail Sept 1st with attached garage and deck, gas heat, central air, and central vac. $900/month plus utilities. NO pets and NO smoking. First and last month’s rent and references required.

Working person(s) or senior(s). Call 613433-5312

HOUSES FOR RENT

3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, corner lot backs onto ravine 50’x207’ lot, new roof, new appliances, $169,000, 59 Wilson St. 416239-0428

INGLIS WASHER & DRYER Heavy duty, large capacity direct drive matching set $375/set Almond fridge side-by-side black glass front matching stove $375/set 613-432-2508

312 Raglan St. S., Renfrew

COMMERCIAL SPACE 1000 sq ft, 94 Plaunt St S, beside Renfrew Cleaners. $650/month plus utilities. Call 819647-5512 HOUSES FOR RENT

16” DRY MIXED firewood, pickup or delivered. McLeod Building Supplies, 432-3942.

Mon-Fri 8-5:30 pm; Sat 8-4pm. Visa, mastercard and debit card accepted

COMPOSTING TOIARTICLES LET SunMar EXCEL WANTED FIREWOOD BY used one season at THE TANDEM Hurds Lake All parts inLOAD cluded $1000 firm OLD ANTIQUE FURNICLEAN Random Cost New $1500 Call TURE, Old advertising Length 613-668-1936 coca-cola, Mountain Hardwood For Sale Elliptical for sale in Dew, old gas and oil 613-649-2544 great condition. Has a items, toys, decoys, old Quick Delivery timer, 10 levels of resis- postcards, old Beatles items, old Halloween tance, keeps track of calories burned, dis- and Christmas items WOOD FOR SALE tance covered and Call Sheryl MacKenzie Maple - oak. Phone at 613-432-4909 pulse. If interested 613-432-6073 please make an offer @ 613-205-1365. Must come and get it.

MOTORCYCLES

MATTRESS FACTORY & FURNITURE OUTLET

INTERNATIONAL B414 tractor, 40 hp diesel, new clutch and battery, good tires, runs very well.

Asking $3000 or best offer.

Call 613-432-3910 after 6:00 pm

INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL SPACE

PETS

FIREWOOD

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NICE, LARGE, CLEAN 2 bdrm apt in quiet, secure building. Centrally located, $700/month plus utilities. Fridge and stove incl. Available Sept 1st. 432-5741 OCTOBER 1ST, SPECIAL, SPECIAL FALL RATES for all one and two bedroom apartments. Come in and see us at No 2 - 850 O’Brien Road or call 613-432-8417. Make an appointment.

RENFREW APT Oct 1st.

Nice 2 bdrm, heat, fridge, stove including balcony, parking, washer/dryer hookup.

Electric separate, quiet location, $785.

1st/last. (H) 646-7536 (C) 633-2647

CARS FOR SALE

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APARTMENTS FOR RENT

Enjoy The Benefits of Independent Living Today - Secure Building - All on one level - Self Contained 1 Bdrm & Studio Apts - Min. to Shopping/Transit

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

TWO BEDROOM apartment in centuryold building. Tastefully decorated, hardwood floors and high ceilings.

Quiet building,centrallylocated, $700/month, plus utilities. 613-4325741 WHITE LAKE waterfront units available, year round, seeking quiet, mature tenants, private property, beach, woodlands. References, first and last. 613-6231138

- Wheelchair Accessible

VACATION PROPERTIES

White Cedars Tourist Park 6 Waterfront cottages Seasonal RV sites for viewing by appointment only Please call

613-649-2255 View at www.whitecedars.ca (NO DROP-INS PLEASE) CL24278

WON’T LAST LONG Beautiful 2 bdrm apt.

More Info: for rent. $700/month LOST & FOUND plus hydro and water.

613-432-5885 Freshly painted, new www.renfrewglen.com flooring, fridge, stove FOUND and dishwasher.

CL23570 Available Sept. 1 or 2 keys on green tag TWO - one bedroom Oct.1 613-432-0611 found near the water apartments in “THE tower. Claim at The ACADEMY” available Mercury 432-3655 September 1st. A very unique building and FOUND grounds, special rates.

2 Schlage house keys Call Wilson Investments on ring, found on the 613-432-8417 Millenium Trail. Claim at The Mercury, 35 Opeongo Rd, 613TWO BDRM APART432-3655 MENT in centretown.

Has stove, fridge, convenient parking with plug-in. Available now.

HEALTH & FITNESS $600/month plus heat and hydro. 432-2852

TWO BEDROOM apartment for rent, heat and hydro included $695/month Centre town. Call between Tues and Sat 10amWILSON INVEST- 5pm 613-432-6434 MENTS OF RENFREW LTD, 613-432-8417 the very best buildings Two bedroom apartand locations in Ren- ment in CARRIAGE frew. We are now of- HOUSE on Munroe, fering special FALL the best building in rates on all apartments. town. Great location, Just give us a call 613- SPECIAL FALL DEALS, 432-8417. Make an immediate occupancy. appointment, we’d be Call 613-432-8417, happy to show you Wilson Investments. around.

Make an appointment.

Buy & Sell in the Classifieds!

Good, honest, caring help is closer than you think.

Everything piling up while you are away at work?

Need some help around the house while recovering from surgery or having a baby? Maybe you need someone to care for a loved one while you get out for a much needed break. Some of the services I can offer you are: laundry/ironing, meal preparation, “light” housekeeping, respite and companionship. I am a mature and experienced certified Personal Support Worker with many references.

Please contact Box M, c/o The Renfrew Mercury, 35 Opeongo Rd Renfrew, ON K7V 2T2.

Please refer to this ad.

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17 WEST in Cobden is now accepting resumes for 2 parttime positions; fuel attendant and a cashier.

Great position for mature, reliable students.

Weekends and the odd week night required.

Please send resume to mckeel@nrtco.ne t or drop off at convenience store.

FOR SATURDAY nights and Sunday afternoons at the Opeongo Bowldrome. SMART card preferable, but not a necessity. Please call Pat between 9 am - 6 pm, Mon-Fri at 613432-2749 GENERAL LABOURER REQUIRED to work around gravel pit, yard and garage. No experience necessary. APPLY in person 9-4 WEEKDAYS only. Nesbitt Aggregates 1766 Lochwinnoch Rd Renfrew 613-432-5764

HELP WANTED

CAREERS

CAREERS

LOOKING FOR MATURE laborer with AZ licence, log loader and cutting torch experience. Mechanically inclined preferred. Fax resume to 613-4339352

DRIVER/LABOURER DZ License, Clear Driving Abstract(Required) 40 Hour Week/Full Benefits

MUSIC, DANCE INSTRUCTIONS

FLUTE LESSONS, Fun and energetic teacher with over 25 years experience. ALL AGES and LEVELS! Spaces available for September. Call or email now for more info!

613-623-1180 luhtavs@yahoo.ca

PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME AT Renfrew County Recycle Centre 610 Lisgar Avenue (Hwy. 132) Renfrew

LOVE TO SING? Suzana McNeil’s Music Studio is accepting new students. 6 years teaching experience.

Private lessons. Call Suzana at (613)6234933 for information and registration.

WORLD CLASS DRUMMER (of Five Man Electrical Band) is now accepting students. Private lessons, limited enrollment, free consultation. Call Steve, 613831-5029. w w w. s t eve h o l l i n g worth.ca

H&R BLOCK TAX COURSE Enroll today. Classes starting in September.

Employment Opportunities for successful graduates.

Call 613-735-2525 24 hours

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HELP WANTED

CHILD CARE

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CHILD CARE

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE Affordable rates, $20.00/ day. All ages – lunch & 2 snacks. ECE, first aid, CPR References/receipts

CALL 613-432-3655

CHILD CARE

EXPERIENCED BABYSITTER, infants and tots welcome. Hours: 7am 5pm. Snacks and lunch provided. Lots of fun and games. Receipts and references. Call Alicia 433-9750

CHILD CARE SPACES available, offering educational activities, structured daily routine, breakfast, lunch, snacks provided, competitive rates, First Aid, CPR, Registered Early Childhood Educator. Information Pam Scheel 433-3754

CHILD CARE

Licensed Renfrew Childcare Centre has subsidized and fee, full and part time spaces. Email director@childsparadise.ca or 613-4322627

613-433-9052 Job Posting

Search from 100s of Florida’s top vacation rentals.

Position Accountabilities: • A flair for dealing with customers in a patient and understanding manner • Excellent verbal & written communication skills • Detail oriented and highly organized • Ability to handle multiple demands and prioritize tasks • Address timely concerns in a timely and professional manner.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint • Valid driver’s license and ability to provide his /her transportation • Previous customer experience an asset • Bilingualism in English and French an asset

All Regions of Florida from 2- to 8-bdrm homes.

Condos, Villas, Pool Homes - we have them all!

On your next Florida Vacation do not be satisfied with a hotel room when you can rent your own private Vacation home!

U S IIT US IIS T V S T V OW A AT N NOW

The best place to start planning your Florida Get-Away!

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Rates starting as low as $89/night

Competencies, Competencies: Action oriented, Drive for Results, Composure, Customer Focus, Creativity, Learning on the Fly, Time Management • Excellent attention to detail • Ability to build and develop effective relationships within the team and with carriers • Strong communication skills • Exceptional customer service skills • Solid organizational skills and time management skills with the ability to multi-task • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dead-line oriented environment What we can offer: • We offer competitive compensation package including mileage allowance • Comprehensive benefits package • We offer rewarding opportunities for development and advancement Interested and qualified candidates should forward their resume and cover letter no later than September 20, 2011 to the attention of Janet Lucas at janet.lucas@metroland.com / Fax: 613-224-2265. No phone calls please and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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We are now accepting resumes for the position of full time sales consultant.

The successful candidate will be a self learner, with a great deal of energy and the ability to learn quickly.

We are looking for someone who is hard working and willing to work on Saturdays and if need be, to alternate between our two locations, being Arnprior and Renfrew, so a driver’s licence is a must.

We offer competitive compensation, with perks and opportunities for bonuses.

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Job Title: Permanent Full-Time District Service Representative Department: Circulation Department Location: Ottawa Job Summary: This is a challenging role that requires an enthusiastic and energetic individual who is a self starter with strong communication, organizational, computer and problem solving skills. Experience is not necessary as on-the-job training will be provided for the right candidate.

PLANNING A TRIP TO FLORIDA?

Priority Business Services - Bell

We deal with many customer service issues, so the ability to resolve problems, will be a skill we are looking for.

CAREERS

VACATION PROPERTIES

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Please send resume to Priority Business Services at 178 Plaunt Street S, Renfrew, ON K7V 1M8.

No phone calls please.

Links to Health Attention Employers Need Summer Help Employment Supports Provider Links to Health offers: - up to 60% wage subsidy for 4 months - 2 weeks unpaid work trial - job coach to help our clients back into the work place For more info please contact Ilda Furtado 1-877-525-2142 Jeannie Godda (613) 570-0733

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FULL TIME STAFF POSITION Convenience Store Country View Mini Mart (Crevier) Fax resumes to 613-433-9806 CL25889

MORTGAGES & LOANS

CAREERS

Ottawa Heavy Civil Construction Company

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Job Title: Mailroom Attendant Casual, Part-Time - Late Shift Department: Distribution – Renfrew, ON

Goldie Mohr Ltd. Is currently hiring grademen and skilled labourers for heavy civil construction in the Ottawa area. Municipal road, sewer and water experience preferred.

Full time work with benefits.

Please send resume to

Metroland Media is seeking reliable and dependable individuals to join their distribution team at the Renfrew Mercury.

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RECYCLE YOUR HARDWARE YOUR SOFA

Requirements: • Physically able to lift 5-25 Ibs. • Standing for extended periods required • Continual rotation of wrists, back and shoulders. • Fluent in English both written and verbal. • Ability to count to 100 • Motivated self starter • Reliable team worker • Ability to work all shifts • Lift truck experience an asset

YOUR BICYCLE

in the classiďŹ eds

613-432-3655

SERVICES

BOAT STORAGE AVAILABLE Inside or shrink wrap outside.

We specialize in Evinrude & Johnson service CL25787

Role Accountability: • Responsible for lifting flyers from a pallet and manually inserting these flyers in newspapers. • Jog and strap of bundles once insertion of required flyers is completed. • Loading of completed flyer bundles onto skid or into cage • Other duties may include, but are not limited to, cleaning of general work area and warehouse. • To perform "due diligence" as prescribed by the Ministry of Labour in the Ontario Health & Safety Act and understanding all Company policies and procedures as outlined in the employee handbook

A DEBT SOLUTION. MONEY FOR ANY PURPOSE! DEBT CONSOLIDATION. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd mortgages, credit lines and loans up to 90% LTV. Self employed, mortgage or tax arrears.

DON’T PAY FOR 1YR PROGRAM! #10171 ONTARIO-WIDE FINANCIAL CORP. CALL 1-888-307-7799. www.ontario-widefinancial.com

Foy’s Marine 613-432-4182

CERTIFIED MASON 10yrs exp., Chimney MORTGAGES Repair & Restoration, & LOANS cultured stone, parging, repointing. Brick, block & stone. Small/big job $$MONEY$$ Consoli- specialist. Free estidate Debts Mortgages mates. Work guaranto 90% No income, teed. 613-250-0290.

Bad credit OK! Better Option Mortgage GEORGE’S BARBER #10969 1-800-282- SHOP 47 McGarry 1169 www.mortgage- Ave. Phone 613-432ontario.com 9335

JACOB’S INTERLOCKING STONE & LANDSCAPE We do new installations of driveways, steps, walks and walls.

Also restoration work using your existing material.

Foundation repair, parging and masonry work.

Call Jacob @ 613-432-5437

SERVICES

Professional Handyman “Honey Do This� Company specializing in small jobs. Painting, plumbing, carpentry.

Creative solutions with reasonable rates. 30 years experience. Bill Weiss 613-570-1488, Renfrew, Arnprior, Calabogie weissmaintenance@ gmail.com HOME

SEND A LOAD to the IMPROVEMENTS dump, cheap. Clean up clutter, garage sale leftovers or leaf and Handyman Service Inyard waste. 613-256- terior/Exterior, Drywall Repairs, Painting, Trim4613 work, small renovations and general household Buy & Sell maintenance/repairs.

Serving Renfrew to in the Pembroke and most areas in between.

ClassiďŹ eds!

Brodie: 613-570-8131

LEGAL NOTICE

THE KINGSTON AND PEMBROKE RAILWAY COMPANY NOTICE TO SHAREHOLDERS Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders of The Kingston and Pembroke Railway Company will be held on Tuesday the 13th day of September, 2011 at 9:45 o’clock in the forenoon, Calgary time, in the Yale Room, Suite 920, Gulf Canada Square, 401 – 9th Avenue S.W., Calgary,

statements, the election of Directors and for the transaction of such other business as may properly come before the meeting

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD M.H. Leong Secretary-Treasurer Calgary, Alberta, July 25, 2011

CAREERS

Are you bright? Are you hard-working?

Do you feel you have potential?

Perhaps you haven’t found the right company to “click� with or the right opportunity to really show what you can do. We may have a career for you as a member of our multimedia sales team.

Some of the things you’ll enjoy about working as part of the sales team at Metroland: • Being part of Metroland’s adventure in the online and offline world • Working in a fast paced innovative working environment • Advising clients on cutting edge technologies and industry trends • Becoming an expert in the Web, publishing, and delivery • Self-directed earnings potential

CAREERS

Wages start at $10.25 per hour plus $1.00 per hour shift differential between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their resume and cover letter to the attention of Audrey Fleury, Mailroom Supervisor, via email at audrey.fleury@metroland.com or fax at 613-432-6689

In this position, you will be called upon to: • Identify and discuss advertising needs with prospective customers • Understand and promote METROLAND MEDIA products and services relevant to each new potential client acquisition • Design proposals for customers based on needs assessment • Maintain positive and effective customer relationships

While we appreciate the interest of all candidates, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

No telephone calls please.

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PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/ TRUCK DRIVER/LABOURER

CARRIERS NEEDED

Position Summary: Primary function of worker is to operate backhoe, loader, grader, excavator and to drive truck. Perform various construction, repair, summer and winter maintenance and emergency response services related to the Township roads while focusing on public safety and convenience. Worker will also be required to perform physical tasks related to the requirements of the Public Works Department. Worker must demonstrate ability to work both independently and as a team.

TOWN OF

RENFREW various routes

QualiďŹ cations, Skills and Experience: -Must possess a class DZ license with a clear driver’s abstract.

-Ability to be on call 24 hours per day combined with exibility pertaining to the hours of work.

-Ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on tandem trucks -Five years experience operating the following: - Backhoe, Excavator (trenching, ditching) -Grader (road construction, maintenance) -Tandem snowplow -Various other equipment such as steamer, chipper, chainsaws

Requirements: • A can-do attitude with a drive for success • Good Internet skills • The desire to earn the income you want based on sales results • Excellent communication skills • Media experience is an asset, but not required. • Valid driver’s license and ability to provide his/her own transportation Metroland Media attributes its success and winning culture to its dedicated employees. We are committed to offering you a best-in-class total rewards package, ongoing growth and development opportunities, plus a dynamic and innovative working environment.

Forward your resume in confidence to Nancy Gour (ngour@metroland. com) by August 31, 2011.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Seeking reliable people to deliver the Renfrew Mercury every Thursday

Routine functions of the Public Works Department i.e. installing culverts, fencing, guide rails, signs, road maintenance and construction

Contact Chris Paveley

Vehicle and equipment maintenance Compensation: $35,615 to 44,524 plus beneďŹ ts.

Applications will be received at the Horton Municipal OfďŹ ce 2253 Johnston Road K7V 3Z8 until 4:00 pm Friday September 9, 2011 or by Fax: 613 432 7298 Email: jshorton@xplornet.com Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All offers of employment are conditional upon receipt of a criminal background check acceptable to the Municipality. References to be available upon request.

SERVICES

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613-432-3655 ext 31 Toll Free 1-800-884-9195

PRINT MEDIA KANATA

Kourier Standard Barrhaven•Ottawa South

THIS WEEK Carleton Place • Almonte

Canadian Gazette Proudly serving the communities of Carleton Place, Mississippi Mills and Beckwith since 1867

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AGRICULTURE

ARE YOU READY FOR HARVEST?

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Reis Equipment Center is the region’s largest dealer for Case IH Tractors, agricultural equipment, and New Holland and Kobelco con¬struction equipment. We have been serving eastern Ontario and western Quebec for more than 30 years. Our three locations, Ottawa, Winchester and St Isidore, facilitate our customers in getting to one of our locations quickly and efficiently.

We are presently looking for a few positions to be filled, due to our increase in Sales and expansion of some of our facilities. The open positions are as follows: 3 Mechanics: We are presently looking for experienced mechanics for our Carp, Winchester and St Isidore location.

This person should be licenced, preferably experienced in agriculture. You should also be knowledgeable in using the computer for web site research and as a diagnostic tool. This candidate must be able to deal with complexity, size and the variety of equipment which makes diagnosis and repair very challenging both mentally and physically and sometimes dangerous. Extensive knowledge, experience, training, practice and continued education are necessary due to rapid technology and new model changes and up-grades.

2 Parts Clerks: We are looking for parts clerks, in our Carp and St Isidore location. This person must be computer literate, bilingual is an asset, good communication skills, have excellent people skills and have mechanical knowledge. This person must be willing and understand that continuing education is a necessary tool which becomes part of his/her daily routine.

1 Payroll Clerk: We are looking for an experienced payroll clerk, in our Carp location to handle our payroll for our three locations. This candidate must have experience and knowledge of the Ontario provincial government regulations governing the payroll rules and regulations. This person must be computer literate, good knowledge in Excel and word software, bilingual is an asset, good communication skills, have excellent people skills, well organized and self-disciplined in their work.

All resumes should be sent via e-mail to denisc@reisequipment.ca to the attention of Denis Caron the Controller and Operation Manager.

We would like to thank all applicants for applying but only the few chosen will be contacted for an interview.

Reis Equipment Center 2726 Carp Road Carp, ON K0A 1L0 Sales & Service 613-836-3033 Parts 613-836-3131 Fax 613-836-5904

Reis Equipment Center 4229 Stewart Glen Road Dunvegan, ON K0C 1J0 Tel 613-527-1501 Fax 613-527-1959

Email: info@reisequipment.ca

Reis Equipment Center 2265 Highway 31 Winchester, ON K0C 2K0 Tel 613-774-2273 Fax 613-774-0812

Web: www.reisequipment.com

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PUBLIC NOTICE

**PLEASE BE ADVISED** There are NO refunds on Classified Advertising, however we are happy to offer a credit for future Classified Ads, valid for 1 year, under certain circumstances.

COMING EVENTS

ARE YOU THE first business a potential customer will think about when they need something?

Be an exhibitor at FALL SHOWCASE 2011 and you will be.

Phone 613-732-9662 or email kathleen@showcaseinpetawawa.ca for information ART SHOW “Walk on the Wild Side Decouverte du cote sauvage” works by Cathy Dolan, Cheryl Dolan, Debra WebbLambden, Clement Hoeck Aug 26 Friday night Vernissage vendredi 18h00 Aug 27-28 & Sept 3-4 Stone School Gallery 28 Mill St, Portage-duFort, QC Ouvert le samedi et dimanche 11h00 16h00 Gallery open Sat & Sun Entree gratuite, Everyone welcome Free Pontiac Artists’ Association www.artpontiac.com 819-647-2291

EcoENERGY RETROFIT PROGRAM HEATING and COOLING INCENTIVE. A potential of $5,650 in grants.

Exhibit at FALL SHOWCASE 2011 and talk about these programs.

Info at doug@showcaseinpetawawa.ca or 613732-9662 HERITAGE RENFREW bus trip to Algonquin Park Maynooth Lookout. Stopping for supper in Eganville. September 22 at 10am.

For more information call Mary Hass 613432-5104 or Pat Brydges at 613-4322749 HEY KIDS!! We have a great SCIENCE show coming to SHOWCASE 2011 for the weekend. See “Levicorpus” “RADICAL REACTIONS”. It’s cool and fun!! See you there.

Email doug@showcaseinpetawawa.ca or check www.showcaseinpetawawa.ca IS THERE AN easier, more visible way to meet thousands of people while increasing your sales and profits?

NOPE!! There isn’t!!

Contact doug@showcaseinpetawawa.ca phone 613-732-9662

Friday, July 22nd - 8 p.m.

Sweet N' Low Friday, July 29th - 8 p.m.

Jesse Byers Friday, August 5th - 9 p.m.

Brock Zeman Friday, August 12th - 8 p.m.

Rick Rattray Friday, August 19th - 8 p.m.

Whiskey Mike Friday, August 26th - 8 p.m.

Cody Labombard

Columbus House Young Parent Support Program

STILL HAVE SPACES AVAILABLE FOR IT’S 2011/2012 SCHOOL YEAR. WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

• Young parents between the ages of 15 – 24 yrs • Not currently in school • Expecting parents or those with young children between the ages of 0-6yrs

WHAT IS OFFERED?

• • • • • • • •

Parenting and Life Skills workshops Opportunity to complete OSSD Teacher on site On site childcare Unique learning atmosphere Small and confidential Support and referral Co-operative Education

If you are interested or know someone who is, please contact Kim de Ruiter at: 291 Plaunt Street Renfrew, Ontario K7V 1N2 613-432-4241 kderuiter@columbushouse.ca

REFERRALS ACCEPTED AT ANY TIME. CL25862

OWN A BUSINESS? A weekend at Fall Showcase 2011 will make a terrific difference to your Fall, Winter and Christmas sales. Sept.

16,17,18.

Email doug@showcaseinpetawawa.ca or stonemaninpetawawa @live.ca RADICAL REACTIONS ******ALL THINGS SCIENCE It’s coming to FALL SHOWCASE 2011, Sept. 16,17,18 at the Petawawa Civic Centre. Watch our website www.showcaseinpetawawa.ca for the unfolding story. Email doug@showcaseinpetawawa.ca or phone 613-732-9662

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CURRENTLY HAS PRESCHOOL SPOTS AVAILABLE IN THEIR PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

INDOOR YARD SALE Saturday August 27th.

8 am- 12pm. St. Johns Lutheran Church. 49 McLaughlin St Arnprior.

Rain or Shine

325 PINNACLE RD. Renfrew Sat. Aug. 27th EGANVILLE - 2006 8am-2pm.

BBQ, Jr. Opeongo Rd. Sat Aug goalie equipment, toys, 27, 7 am - 2 pm. organ, 27” TV, antique cabinet, bike etc.

HUGE - 1094 Norton Road/Whalen Rd Aug 72 HALL AVE, Sat Aug 27 8am-7pm. Motor 27th, 8 - 1 pm. Multihomes-classic cad conv family.

1986-motorcylces-antiques-glass cups-plates- 9 HARPER AVE, COTIEsaws-table saws-drills- VILLE Saturday Aug. older 18hp Evinrude- 27 8am Lots of DVDs, craft items-books-cds- guitar, wedding decotelescope-games-many rations, lots of different more great items. things!!

MOVING SALE Saturday Aug 27 8am-12 Twin bed, queen headboard with frame, sofa, washing machine/dryer 97 Gladstone St. Renfrew

HUGE INDOOR SALE August 27th & 28th, 8am-2pm. Store closed.

All ceramics 50% off!

Over 5,000 pieces must go. This weekend only! Cash only sales.

2273 Johnston Rd, Horton (Aar’s Ceramics, big orange building)

915 KEDROSKY DR, Sat Aug 27, 8-1pm.

Rain date Sept 3rd.

Family yard sale-glassware, tools, furniture, pictures, crystal, linens, jewellery, books, Xmas decorations, collectibles, plant stands

YARD SALE August 27 7am-noon Renfrew Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall Building 1 PALLEN RD, off Johnson Rd, Horton. Sat Aug 27, 8 to 12 192 SIMPSON AVE, Sat Aug 27th. Electric bike, dog kennel, roullette table with four stools and much more MINI ESTATE/MAXI yard sale at Storage Garage on Barnet Blvd Aug 27 8 am

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Special thanks to our “Grandchildren”, Brandon and Erica and their parents Lisa and Steven for organizing our SURPRISE 40th Wedding Anniversary celebration on July 30, 2011.

To family and friends, who assisted with the planning, luncheon and kept the vow of secrecy, we extend our appreciation and thanks.

Daryl and the Countrymen made this celebration special with great music and friendly comradery.

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Household items, clothes, some collectibles. Cancelled if raining.

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(nee Cranston) will celebrate their on September 4th, 2011

AUGUST 27, 2011

Along With Our Tears, Come Shattered Dreams For All The Tomorrow That Will Never Be No More Hugs And Kisses Goodnight And Whispers Of “Don’t Let The Bed Bugs Bite” No More Of Your Happy Laughter Will We Hear Just Precious Memories We’ll Hold So Dear Our Sunshine Turned Into A Cloudy Day The Day Our Wonderful Dad Was Taken Away!

Love always, Maurissa and Sara

LOVE MOMMY, DADDY AND DARA

Heartfelt congratulations and love from their children, Kimberley Harbord Rae (Robert Rae), Sara Harbord Kennedy (Matthew Kennedy), Jeremy Douglas Harbord (Casandra Widdifield Harbord) and their grandchild, Penelope Harbord Kennedy.

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PURDIE

AUGUST 28th

LOVE JEANNIE AND MACKENZIE

Jessalynn & Aaron would like to announce the birth of their brother, Brian Benjamin Chase Purdie July 29, 2011, 8 lbs 7 oz.

Special thanks to the staff at Renfrew Victoria Hospital, especially Dr. Buxton.

Proud parents, Amy & Brian are doing well.

Twelfth grandchild to Irene and Brian and fourth grandchild for Sue & Tim Reynolds.

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613-433-3993 459 Albert St. Renfrew ON K7V 1V8 info@hospicerenfrew.ca

We proudly present Sydney Paige Dombroskie

RINGROSE Robert & Jessica are happy to announce the safe arrival of their son, Jackson Everett On August 11, 2011 At Foothills Medical Centre, Calgary, AB Proud grandparents are Dave & Joy Regnier of Battleford, Sask and Bill & Susan Ringrose of Renfrew.

Jackson weighed 9 lbs 14 oz at birth

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DICK In loving memory of my dear husband, Jeff, who passed away a year ago on August 26, 2010 Sometimes I tell myself, that you’re not really gone.

I feel you’re tender touch and no longer feel alone.

I see us walking hand in hand like we used to do.

It’s hard for me to accept...

That your life on earth is through.

There were so many dreams we had not yet fulfilled, All the hopes of a future that we were going to build.

All our friends and family have been so very kind, They try hard to ease my broken heart And my troubled mind.

But how can my heart be mended, When it has broken in two?

Part of my heart is still on earth, The other part left with you.

It is hard to see tomorrow, When I can’t accept today, Because the “Love of My Life” Has been taken away.

I will always miss you, Sweetheart, Time will not erase the pain, All the raw emotions of losing you, Words will never explain.

I will cling to the warm feelings You brought into my life, Maybe somehow it will ease my confusion And emotional strife.

Someday we will be rejoined in Heaven up above, But while I’m still on earth I will cherish Every memory of our precious love.

Somehow those precious memories Will have to carry me through, Until the time comes for us to walk hand in hand For an eternity...together...me and you.

Love always, Judy

ROBENNA CORBIN To my dearest wife, who passed away Aug 27, 2010

IN MEMORIAM

Your loving face I hope to see again, Though the days have passed away; Sleep on, dear wife, and take your rest, I miss you most, I love you best.

LILA KEDROSKY

Love your husband Gerald Corbin Born June 23 2011, 7 weeks early in Edmonton, weighing in at 3 lbs 15 oz.

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DICK In Loving Memory Of Our Precious Dad, Jeff who received his angel wings on August 26, 2010

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ROBENNA CORBIN August 27, 2010 Mom, Already a year has passed. We wish you were still here. Still able to talk to or to hear I love you. So every now and then I talk to you.

You may not reply but I know you’re listening.

We all say we miss you and love you. We’re glad that you are our angel and thanks for watching over us.

Dear Mom, It’s been 9 years since you left us and hardly a day goes by that I don’t think about you.

Life went on as it always does, but the absence of your light has created a shadow on even the brightest day.

Wherever you are now, may your spirit soar on the wings of angels.

I love you Mom and will miss you until the day I die.

Love Jan

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Happy 1st Birthday

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IN MEMORIAM

A booklet of commemorative verses is available for viewing at our office to help you get through this difficult time.

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Love always, Marsha, Dave, Kayla, Steven and Felicity HANNIMAN In memory of a dear friend, Georgina, who passed away Aug 23, 2010 I miss you very much.

Donnie McLellan

613-433-3993 • 459 Albert St., Renfrew ON K7V 1V8 info@hospicerenfrew.ca

MAYHEW, Lawrence Earl “Lorne” Passed away peacefully at Groves Park Lodge on Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at the age of 83. Son of the late Harvey and Jessie Mayhew.

Predeceased by his brothers Peter (late Dorothy), Garnet (late Bessie), Rod (late Claire), Jim (late Edna) and Jack (late Ruth) and his sister Irene Elliott (late Maynard). Lorne will be missed by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

A Graveside Service will be held at Admaston Cemetery on Friday, August 26, 2011 at 12:00 noon.

Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation or Groves Park Lodge would be appreciated by the family.

Condolences or donations may be made at www.mcphailandperkins.ca

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Peacefully surrounded with the love of her family at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Saturday August 20, 2011, the world lost a kind and gentle soul. June (nee Laporte), beloved wife and best friend of Murray. Loving mother of John Laporte, Petawawa, Shaun (Steve) Hammond, Arnprior, Don Smaggus, Kristy (Scott) Campbell, M.J. (Valerie) Smaggus, all of Renfrew. Proud grandmother of 11 and great-grandmother of 3. Dear sister of Gerry (Linda), Ilion, N.Y., Yvonne (Raymond) Fleury, Renfrew, Rhonda, Beachburg.

By request of June, no visitations. Cremation.

Memorial Mass was celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Church, Renfrew, Wednesday August 24th at 2 p.m. Interment St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. In memory of June, donations to Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

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What be er way to show them how proud you are!!

Deadline for photos: Tuesday Sept. 6, 2011 at 3 p.m.

Pictures will appear: Thursday, September 8, 2011 to coincide with Grandparents’ Day, September 11, 2011.

E-mailed photos and CDs accepted.

Send photos in jpeg or tif format to: reina.devries@metroland.com

JAMIESON : BETTY Peacefully, in Hospice Renfrew on Thursday August 18, 2011.

Betty Delarge age 75 years.

Loving wife of the late Robert (Bob) Jamieson (Feb. 2010).

Loved mother of Graham Jamieson and Arlene Jamieson (Dan Foy). Loved grandmother of Jacqui Balderston (Harris Cross), Kelsey and Jordyn Foy, and great grandmother of Leon Robert Cross. Dear sister of Myles Delarge (Shirley), Percy Delarge (Liz), Sadie Smith (Buzz), Ruth Desormeaux (Hugh) sister in law Marilyn Delarge. Predeceased by brothers Boyne and Wayne Delarge. Friends called at the Anderson Funeral Home & Chapel, 22 Raglan St. S., Renfrew on Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m., where Funeral Service was held on Monday August 22nd at 11:00 a.m. Cremation to follow.

For those desiring donations to Hospice Renfrew or Renfrew Victoria Hospital would be appreciated.

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Everyone welcome.

The Community Calendar is a free service for non-profit organizations only. Items for the Renfrew Mercury’s Community Calendar must be submitted by noon the Friday preceding publication. Items are edited and published as space permits.

Submit your event to peter.clark@metroland.com.

MONDAY, AUGUST 29

FRIDAY, AUGUST 26

TUESDAY, AUGUST 30

• Wrap up your summer with a beautiful work of art. Margaret Stuart, a mixed media artist in the Eganville area, has studied fine art in France, Montreal and at the Haliburton School of the Arts. The collage workshop starts 10:30 a.m. at Eganville’s Bonnechere Union Public Library. Cost is $5 per adult or child six years or older.

To pre-register, call the library at 613628-2400. For more details, contact Julie Larocque at 628-5915.

• Legend in Black – A tribute to Johnny Cash, 8 p.m. at the AFAC Wing. This marvellous show is being presented in support of the Renfrew Kinsmen and Kinette Club. Tickets are $25 and can be obtained by calling 877-571-5551. Bill Cayley creates an evening of the history, sound and spirit of Johnny Cash.

• Eighth annual Fiddle Fest Dance at 7 p.m. at the Nick Smith Centre featuring a coast-to-coast gathering of talent, including provincial fiddle champions, steppers and musicians. Hosted by Valley Heritage Radio. Tickets $15 ($13 for members) at the door; advance ticket outlets at Peebles in the Arnprior mall and Nicholson’s in Pakenham.

• Canadian Blood Services Sirens for Life blood donor clinic from 5 to 8 p.m. at Eganville Royal Canadian Legion Hall, 57 Veterans Way, Eganville. Sponsored by the Bonnechere Valley Firefighters, Ontario Provincial Police and Renfrew County Paramedics. Call 1-888-2-DONATE. • Renfrew Woodland Metis Aboriginal Association community meeting at 7 p.m. at the Renfrew Children’s Centre, 850 O’Brien Road, Renfrew. All new members welcome. Kent Gauthier 613-432-3177.

AUGUST 26 TO 28 • Cobden Fair. Bring the whole family and join the fun. Pay one price. Midway, daily catered meals, livestock shows and live entertainment all weekend.

AUGUST 27 AND 28 • White Pine Festival in downtown Arnprior and at Robert Simpson Park with games, entertainment dragon boat races and more. See www.whitepinefestival.ca.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 • Shenkman Art Centre, Orleans, the Canadian Grandmasters Fiddling Competition and Show. Preliminaries at 12 noon $25, Finals at 7 p.m. $35 or both shows for $45. Special guest artists are Ivan & Vivian Hicks from New Brunswick. You will see top fiddlers from across Canada.

For tickets call 613-580-2700, www.shenkmanarts.ca or in person at the theatre box office. More info at www.Canadiangrandmasters.ca.

• Acclaimed Toronto folk musician Tamara Lindeman a.k.a. The Weather Station, will be performing at the Bonnechere Union Public Library at 7 p.m. Copies of Tamara’s latest album, All of It Was Mine, will be on sale. Free admission. Reception.

613-628-2400.

• Fourth annual Show & Shine, Classic Car Show, sponsored by the Denbigh-Griffith Lions Club, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m, Griffith Community Hall. Entertainment, refreshments, special attractions, BBQ, Lions market, book sale, New to You. Admission by donation for spectators and vehicles. Vendors and exhibitors welcome. Rain date Aug. 28.

• Masonic Lodge #459 Cobden Ride for CHEO Foundation. Registration, $20 per bike and driver plus $5 passenger, at Cobden Masonic Hall 10 to 11 a.m. Ride departs at 11 a.m. sharp to the hills of Wilno and beyond (250 kilometres). Chili dinner included at 4 p.m. Door prizes and 50-50 draw.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28 • Most Precious Blood Parish, 504 Mill St., Calabogie gigantic garage sale and barbecue 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., bakery, games and live musical entertainment 1

• Sixth annual seniors golf tournament at Whitetail Golf Club, Eganville. $75 per person. Included power cart, prizes and roast pork dinner with all the trimmings.

If you would like to sponsor a hole or for registration contact the Seniors Centre: 613–628–2354. Everyone welcome.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31 • Information evening on the Denbigh Ambulance Service at Griffith Lions Hall, 7 p.m. The committee members plus Township of Greater Madawaska Mayor Peter Emon and Councillor Karin Lehnhardt will be in attendance. This service affects four counties – Renfrew, Frontenac, Hastings and Lennox & Addington – and we can not lose it. Come out to get the up-todate information.

• Bonnechere Blooms Horticultural Society official unveiling of the new seniors therapeutic community garden at 2 p.m. in the new courtyard and garden area at the Bonnechere Manor in Renfrew. Refreshments will be served. The project is funded in part by the government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors program.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 • Canadian Blood Service clinic at Renfrew Collegiate Institute gymnasium 2 to 8 p.m. Sponsored by the Renfrew Lions Club.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 • AFAC 433 Wing hosts its next TGIF. The chicken barbecue starts 5:30 p.m. Cost is $10 per person. Tickets in advance at the Wing office or in the lounge. Entertainment by the Debenhams. Everyone’s welcome. For more details, 613-432-4485.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 • Valley Singles lunch (on Sunday because of Labour Day weekend) at 12:30 p.m., Rocky Mountain House Restaurant, Renfrew. Details, Fay at (613) 256-8117 or Johanna at 432-7622.

STARTING SEPTEMBER 13 • The Quilters Guild of Renfrew and Area resumes meetings at 1 p.m. at the Renfrew Recreation Centre. New members welcome. Group meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month, from September to June. Phone 613 432 4482 for information.

STARTING SEPTEMBER 14 • Four-hand euchre at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish Hall in Braeside at 7 p.m., beginning Sept. 14, sponsored by the Catholic Women’s League. Lunch available. Accessible. Parking, Prizes. 50/50 draw. Call Carole Frood 613-623-7496.

STARTING SEPTEMBER 15 • Renfrew Seniors Bowling League – 9 a.m. Thursdays. Season begins Sept. 15.

Two games $6.50, shoes included. For details or to join, call president Mary-Lynn McConnachie at 613-433-3300.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 • The 18th annual Laurel Rafuse Memorial Golf Tournament at the Renfrew Golf Club. The Laurel Rafuse Memorial Trust provides financial supports for summer and March break activities for children and youth with developmental disabilities. The cost is $105 per person or $80 for Renfrew Golf Club members. The fee includes green fees, golf cart, BBQ lunch and dinner. Registration is at 11 a.m. and shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. If interested in fielding a team, sponsoring a hole or donating a prize, please call Ann Blimkie at Community Living Renfrew County South at 613-432-6763.

• Renfrew and Area Seniors’ Home Support is hosting a Harvest Moon Dinner for couples and friends at the Renfrew Tea Room at 6 p.m. Full course dinner; your choice of chicken stew, apple cider pork or chicken and pear. Cost is $25. Limited seating so make your reservations by calling 613-432-7691 ASAP.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 • St. Francis Xavier Catholic Women’s League Dessert Party and Fashion Show, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Parish Hall, 321 Plaunt St., Renfrew. All proceeds go to the SFX small hall roof restoration fund. Tickets $10 available at Douglas Moore Fashions beginning Sept.

1. Table reservations after Sept. 7 at 613432-5535. All are welcome.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1

• Renfrew Seniors Club 51 resumes its regular activities Tuesday, Sept. 6 at the Renfrew Recreation Centre on Argyle Street at 7 p.m. Admission is $3 for fourhand euchre, 50-50 draw and light lunch served. Anyone 50 or older is welcome to join. Membership $5 per year. Come and have some fun. For information, call Shirley 613-401-5329.

• Renfrew and Area Seniors’ Home Support and Arnprior-Braeside-McNab Seniors At Home Program Inc. are having a fundraising dance at the Renfrew Legion from 8 p.m. to midnight. $10 per person. Entertainment is Mike Fahey, Peter Dawson and a Classic Country Review as well as Cruise-N-Country.

Silent auction, door prizes, spot dances, 50/50 draw and a light lunch served.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

SUPPORT GROUP

• Spaghetti supper at St. Andrew’s United Church in Matawatchan at 5 p.m. Includes spaghetti, homemade meat sauce, garlic bread, tossed salad, pie, tea and coffee.

Adults $12, 6- to 12-year-old children $6, five years and younger free.

• Support group for post traumatic stress syndrome meets every Wednesday at St. Andrew’s United Church, Beachburg at 7:30 p.m. People welcome from throughout the Valley.

Do you have treasure hidden in your basement?

Modern-day treasure hunters in Renfrew MATTHEW ENRIGHT Treasure Hunters Roadshow

What treasures are stashed around Renfrew? We are about to find out. The Treasure Hunters Roadshow is on a world-wide treasure hunt and began digging in town Monday. The hunt ends Friday. During this free event, the Treasure Hunters are expecting to see over 1,200 residents bringing in their rare and unusual collectibles! Locals will have a chance to talk to worldrenowned antique and collectible experts, and it’s all free!

Recent finds include a 1960s vintage guitar purchased for $100,000! Four gold coins were purchased from a local resident for over $72,000, Confederate money hidden in the walls of a residence that was uncovered during a remodel, Abraham Lincoln hand-written thank you letter, expressing gratitude for a night’s stay while traveling to Chicago, and much more.

What kind of treasures will be revealed during our trip? Let’s find out together. You or your next door neighbour just might be the next to find a jackpot in the attic. Start digging now and be ready to have some fun and make some money.

During this event at the Best Western Inn & Conference Centre in Renfrew, our treasure hunters are hoping to see items such as coins and paper currency issued prior to 1965, toys, dolls, trains, vintage jewelry, old and modern musical instruments, war memorabilia, gold and silver jewelry, costume jewelry, advertising memorabilia, swords, knives, daggers, and the unusual!

Collectors are very serious about their hobby; so serious that they will pay a lot of money for the items they are looking for. Nearly all coins, vintage jewelry, musical instruments and toys made prior to 1965 are highly sought after by

Taking a closer look. collectors. The Treasure Hunters Roadshow is a place where anyone in your community can connect with collectors from around the globe. Our treasure hunters make offers based on what our collectors are willing to pay. Then when someone decides to sell, they get paid on the spot and our treasure hunters send the item to the collector at their expense.

Have fun with your search.

Empty your jewelry box of broken jewelry, dig out your old teeth containing dental gold, find your gold coins, gold bars, etc. Gold is traded on the stock market and prices fluctuate daily. We will buy gold based on the day’s current gold value.

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