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Former Arnprior councillor Eric Burton will represent the NDP in the May 2 federal election.

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$410,000 drug bust in Cobden Three people have been charged after two separate drug busts in Cobden.

Over the past two weeks, members of the Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau – Drug Enforcement Unit – Project Paradigm, OPP Emergency Response Team, OPP Canine Unit and Upper Ottawa Valley OPP executed two Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrants on two residences on Egan Line in Cobden. About $410,000 worth of marijuana was seized.

On March 14, upon searching a barn, police located an indoor marijuana grow operation. A total of 126 marijuana plants were seized with a projected street value estimated at $126,000.

On April 1 police attended a second residence on Egan Line in Cobden. Police conducted a search of the residence and outbuildings. An operational marijuana grow was located inside the residence and 285 plants were seized with a projected value estimated at $285,000.

A long list of charges were laid, including firearms-related offences. One man was charged as a result of the March 14 search, and two more people after the April 1 raid. The accused are scheduled to appear in Pembroke court April 26 and May 24 respectively.

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Flanked by the first runnerup Miranda Voldock, left, and second runnerup Lindsay Brown, Renfrew’s Hillary MacMillan is celebrated as Miss Teen Ontario East 2011 at the Renfrew Recreation Centre Sunday.

Hillary MacMillan earns crowning glory PETER CLARK Renfrew Mercury

Miss Teen Ontario East 2010 Caroline Holley handed over the crown Sunday night, but it’s staying in Renfrew.

Hillary MacMillan, a Grade 12 student at Renfrew Collegiate

Institute, received the crown for 2011 at the Renfrew Recreation Centre, and the roar of the crowd let the judges know they made a good choice.

Miranda Voldock of Barry’s Bay, who attends Madawaska Valley District High School, is this year’s first runner-up, and

Lindsay Brown of Ottawa the second runner up.

“It was very shocking, a rewarding experience.

“I’m very excited,” MacMillan said moments after she received the crown.

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Liberal Tabbert describes first week as fantastic, pleased with warm reception LUCY HASS lucy.hass@metroland.com

Liberal candidate Christine Tabbert wants to talk about the issues that impact of the lives of Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke residents; issues like jobs, seniors care and veterans.

“It’s about economics, it’s about education opportunities, it’s about health care, it’s about all of those things and it’s very, very important that, no matter where you live, you have equality of opportunity,” Tabbert said.

Tabbert dropped by The Mercury office in the opening days of the campaign to share the Liberal party’s vision for Canada.

That vision includes policies to keep more doctors in rural areas, rewarding volunteer firefighters through tax credits, dealing with the gun registry and “finding the middle ground everybody can live with.”

Tabbert describes the early days of her campaign as “just fantastic.”

“This morning I just came from RCI, from the pancake breakfast. The students do just such a fabulous job of raising money for the community for cancer re-

search and really pour their hearts into it, it’s so nice to see,” she said.

Tabbert says she has covered a lot of ground, touching base in communities like Douglas, Deep River, Arnprior, Renfrew, Cobden, Petawawa, Pembroke and Eganville.

“It’s been a very warm reception and lots of good talk about some of the issues,” Tabbert says. “It’s nice to see people engaged and interested and so friendly and warm.

And she’s proud of her folksy, Renfrew County approach to politics.

“One of the things I’ve been doing for a year and a half is going door to door and trying to engage directly with people directly on their doorstep.

“I think it makes a big difference when people can meet you in person and talk about what’s on their minds and what the issues are,” she says.

So for the balance of the campaign, she says she’ll continue to do just that.

“I’m open and accessible,” she says, reminding voters that there is all kinds of information on the website, Facebook and Twitter. “We’re using all the tools we have available to us.”

By the end of the week Twitter would

play a prominent role in the local campaign as incumbent Conservative Cheryl Gallant posted a Twitter that forced an apology to Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff. In it, she called the leader Igaffi.

DISPARAGING COMMENT In the aftermath of Gallant’s Twitter, local Liberal campaign issued the following statement: This is not an April Fool’s joke – once again Cheryl Gallant has been forced to apologize for yet another disparaging comment. The latest comment, which she made over the Internet, compared the Liberal

leader to the Libyan dictator Moammer Gadhafi.

When asked for comment, Christine Tabbert said “I take no joy in the negative attention that she brings to this riding. It is very unfortunate that the riding, and by extension the people in it, are portrayed in such a bad light. We deserve better.”

This is not the first time that Gallant has made offensive comments that have garnered negative national media attention.

The comment is just the latest in a series of mean-spirited, offensive public comments by the MP, the most recent example being her disparaging remarks about hardworking Newfoundlanders.

Burton targets first-time voters for NDP JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

Former Arnprior town councillor Eric Burton is trying his hand at federal politics.

He was unopposed for the New Democratic Party nomination for RenfrewNipissing-Pembroke at a party gathering Saturday in Cobden attended by about 40 NDP members. In his acceptance speech, Burton, 30, came out swinging against both the Conservatives and Liberals.

Both are not addressing the major issues that are important to the majority of Canadians, he said.

The old-line parties sit and watch as the corporate elite “allow jobs to sail away overseas, our air and water to be poisoned and those who fought and worked for this country to live in poverty.”

They are allowing the corporate elite to “keep people from the benefits of living in this great country,” he said. “It’s time to take our country back.”

Burton told party members he had begun to write a scripted speech, but de-

cided to speak from the heart instead.

“The world doesn’t need any more fancy speeches. It needs people willing to stand up and be counted,” he said.

He said he’s been told this is a strong Conservative riding, but maintains that’s not the case when considering all the people who don’t vote.

Promising to target the many first-time and non-voters, he said politicians must focus on the needs of all the people, not only “their rich and powerful friends.”

“We can turn the tide in this election ... but we’ve got to reach out to the people and stand up for what’s right.”

It’s an opportune time with a strong leader in Jack Layton, who is bringing up the issues that are real priorities to people and taking stands “not because the polls tell him to, but because he believes it,” he said. Beware leaders “tossing out bones” in an effort to gain support, he added.

“I’m in this race to win,” Burton pledged, adding the riding needs an MP who can relate to all constituents and forge consensus instead of division.

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50 books and counting for author Bennett McCuaig Special tribute to author April 14 at the Renfrew Industrial Commission STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

Carol Bennett McCuaig of Admaston-Bromley Township has travelled down many roads, both literally and figuratively, during her long and productive writing career.

She doesn’t talk about herself, or even her books.

“I’m the product of an era where women were raised to be modest,” says McCuaig, who shares several personal moments in her most recent book, Encountering The Wild.

Significantly, it’s her 50th.

But McCuaig doesn’t plan to stop, despite a few physical challenges along the way.

Encountering the Wild, and several of her other books, will be on display and for sale during a tribute to McCuaig. The Renfrew Industrial Commission is hosting the event Thursday evening, April 14.

“The Renfrew Industrial Commission is celebrating the industriousness of someone like Carol who in her lifetime has published 50 books. That’s quite an achievement,” says RIC general manager Dave Lemkay.

Lemkay, who will emcee the 7 to 9 p.m. event, has invited several guests, including Parliament’s just-retired Speaker of the House Peter Milliken. He’s also the nephew of DW McCuaig, who was married to the local author until his death in 1989.

Another guest will be Barry Penhale, whose Natural Heritage Books (a division of The Dundurn Group), has published McCuaig’s 50th book. The evening will also feature a ques-

tion-and-answer period with the author. She will also do book signings.

The scope of her fiction and non-fiction books is wide. Her 24 historical non-fiction books include Renfrew County, People and Places; The Lanark Society Settlers; Founding Families of Admaston, Horton and Renfrew Village; and St. James the Less, Eganville.

The latest of those 24 is Encountering The Wild, which was made possible by expanding on the several articles published in American, Canadian and British magazines over the years.

POISON IVY ACRES Drawing from her and her pets’ personal encounters with wildlife on Poison Ivy Acres, a 250-acre plot of land where she lives, she writes about up-close and personal encounters with weasels, raccoons, skunks, timberwolves, squirrels and chipmunks, fishers and many, many birds. The Dancing Grouse, A Dizzy Woodpecker, A Barking Turkey and A Face At the Window are four of 33 bird tales, many of which are only one or two pages long.

She notes that she’s not a trained biologist or ornithologist, but hopes some of the pleasure and knowledge gained from these experiences rubs off on her readers.

McCuaig began living at Poison Ivy Acres in 1978, but it had been a family retreat for longer than that.

The book is in memory of another nature lover, her mother Hilda Barratt Austin, who died

in 2005. The book is also full of photos by Carol’s husband, DW. “I think it’s one of the things that brought us together – the love of nature,” she recalls. “It’s also something that’s been with me since I was a little kid.”

As a child, she used several nature books from her parents to help identify wildlife.

“I used to go out on horses or with dogs, and flush out birds,” she adds.

“I’ve always been a bird watcher.”

Several wildlife photos make Carol Bennett McCuaig of Admaston-Bromley continues to lead a prothe book even better. An exam- lific writing career. Encountering The Wild is her 50th book. ple is the two photos of her husband’s good friend, Ted Colton. page with his nose to repeat the cept my youthful experiences, happened at Poison Ivy Acres,” In that sequence, Colton holds process.

He was an intelligent dog, says McCuaig. the cheese on a tooth-pick as a whiskey jack approaches, then who learned to turn off light DEEP ROOTS switches. He would also move grabs, the healthy offering. the phone off the hook if it rang McCuaig also endears herself “I’ve liked everywhere I’ve to readers by not simply telling too long.

She has spoken to many ani- lived,” she adds. one-offs, but adding earlier or “I tend to dig in and put down later experiences, of the same mals in her neighbourhood, but very frequently to her raccoon deep roots wherever I am. This animals or birds, to the story.

Read the stories, and learn. visitors. story (book) really is the rela“I can talk back to them in the tionship between people and Like Canada geese mate for life; pileated woodpeckers usu- same language,” says McCuaig. pets and wildlife.”

One winter, she had as many ally raise two young; and turtles The full-time writer, when have a temporary egg tooth to as 13 raccoons who came for asked about her favourite works, regular feedings, so it was in- says, “I always like what I’m doslash their way out of their egg.

Nor are the stories preten- evitable to have some stories in ing at the time, and I’m always the raccoon section, such as The looking at two projects simultatious.

One story, for example, is Paddling Pool, Death of a Moth- neously, so if I get bogged down about an ermine (short-tailed er, and Cleo’s Kit. with one, I just switch.”

“There’s a lot of myself in weasel) who appeared in her One of her other recent books bookcase one day while she was that book. I feel I’ve almost ex- is Snares & Nets, written under posed myself too much to the her pen name of Catriona McCuwriting at her computer.

Her husband, who always kept public eye, but people who are in aig. The murder mystery takes two cameras handy, grabbed one town, but wish they were in the place in 16th century Oxford. of the cameras. But he never did country, might enjoy it,” says “I love non-fiction because manage to get a photo of the vis- McCuaig. of the research about things I Some years ago, she wrote didn’t know before,” says the itor who darted throughout the many of the book’s articles for former newspaper reporter. house.

Several stories also feature a British women’s magazine, “I also find it rewarding when Rusty, her Gordon Setter, includ- the People’s Friend. Years later, someone reads something I’ve ing the story, A Dog Named Rusty. her publisher asked her to write written and they say ‘I didn’t One day, Rusty put his nose in more such articles to make the know that before.’ ” one of her books, sniffed, didn’t book possible.

“Everything in that book, exfind anything, then turned the See ‘Book’, Page 4

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Green, Independent off and running STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

There are three good reasons to vote for the Green Party, says Renfrew-NipissingPembroke Green Party candidate Rosanne Van Schie. The 47-year-old contract worker and environmentalist cites democracy, the green economy and the chance to live in a low-carbon economy as major issues in her platform.

When she cites democracy as the major issue in her campaign, she alludes to the lack of democratic values displayed by Prime Minister Stephen Harper.

These, she says, include the prorogation of Parliament under his leadership on two occasions since 2008 and the recent defeat of the Conservative government for contempt of Parliament.

An economic advisor for the Algonquin First Nation community of Wolf Lake, she isn’t entirely new to the political arena.

Van Schie, who lives near Kiosk, at the northern entrance to Algonquin Provincial Park, says she brings important skills to the political arena − like expertise in economic development and a willingness to work with the riding’s residents for change.

She has heard her share of political conversations, since her dad, now deceased, worked as the campaign manager for past Liberal MP Peter Thalheimer of Timmins.

“He’d like it,” says Van Schie, surmising what her dad’s impression would be

Book launch From Page 3 Having used six or seven typewriters, she’s on her sixth computer and still going strong.

of her Green Party candidacy.

“He was really green at heart. He tried to get his own windmill up at home.” Besides, she adds: “I think everyone is green at heart.”

Van Schie’s campaign manager in this campaign is former Green Party candidate and Hyndford-area resident Gord McLeod.

Like Van Schie, Independent candidate Hec Clouthier of Petawawa has also commented in the past week about the performance of the federal Conservative government.

Clouthier’s reference was to local candidate Cheryl Gallant’s apology on Twitter to Liberal leader Michael Ignatieff.

His direct reference was to Gallant’s Twitter apology at 11:24 p.m. Thursday (March 31) after she referred to Ignatieff as Igaffi, an apparent comparison with Libyan dictator Muammar Ghadafi.

Gallant’s original Twitter comment was about Wilmer Verch’s super efficient wood furnaces at the Renfrew Home Show before adding, “No carbon tax please, Igaffi!”

Late Thursday night, her apology read: “M_Ignatieff, sorry about remark on day 1. No place in debate about ideas and values.”

Gallant’s comments, says Clouthier, are part of an ongoing parade of the MP’s fear-mongering or inappropriate remarks on such topics as Ottawa River Canadian heritage designation, abortion, and search-and-rescue operations in Atlantic Canada.

And when she isn’t, she says there’s always tomorrow.

“I see friends and go to church, and all the rest of it. And if I have to miss writing some day, I double

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SMELT GATE - PART 3 Last week readers learned some history about Muskrat Lake’s ongoing relationship with the Natural Resources Ministry - who have essentially commandeered the lake and continue to stock lake trout - regardless of their impact on the indigenous fish - or requests by local anglers - our conservation club - and area politicians to cease doing so.

Without question this has contributed to the gradual decline of native fish species - especially Rainbow Smelt upon which other indigenous fish depend for food.

Nevertheless - a Ministry spokesman told me recently “I guess the future status of Muskrat Lake comes down to the wishes of people who don’t come from here - and we intend to keep stocking (Seneca strain) lake trout” - even though the traditional Rainbow Smelt fishery enjoyed by area residents and their families for generations has all but vanished.

Furthermore - when area residents pointed out “trout are not native to the lake” they were told - “there is no historical proof trout were not there all along” well I disagree - because the historical proof is - no one in living memory ever caught one trout in Muskrat Lake until after the Ministry began stocking them.

As far as Muskrat Lake being designated “a sensitive trout lake” it only became one AFTER The Ministry began dumping - tens of thousands of them in its waters for decades - which they eventually used as their official “reason” to designate the lake as “being sensitive”- and put an end to all private property development around its shores.

They then attempted to further justify these actions by citing such things as “surveys” - where the majority of respondents supported the continued stocking of trout - but l venture to say few of these respondents were local residents - because local residents know better.

Indeed - as a consequence of stocking Muskrat Lake with lake trout - a time honored part of our Cultural Heritage has all but vanished - property owners around the lake have been unjustly treated and land values have fallen - all because (in my opinion) the Resources Ministry after first establishing a bridgehead at Muskrat Lake - then began to implement a policy that had nothing to do with the good stewardship of the indigenous fish populations - but everything to do instead - with a stocking program.

Folk’s these people are public servants - paid by our tax dollars to insure we have the outdoor resources bequeathed to us by our creator - to pass on to our children’s children - yet the Resources Ministry in contravention of the good Stewardship policies they are supposed to enforce - have instead artificially upset the natural balance of Muskrat Lake - and its clear they have every intention of continuing to do so - like it or not This is the kind of unilateral activity by government agencies we can expect to see a great deal more of in the future - and the time has come for the people of our area - to stand together as one and expose this activity for what it really is - because if we fail to do so - then we are part of the problem - not part of the solution - SO WHAT’S IT GOING TO BE FOLK’S? Because our valley consists of manifold blessings that far exceed the ability of mere words to describe - but constitute instead a spiritual inheritance that can only be truly understood by those who have lived here all their lives surrounded by its enchantments - let’s keep it that way!

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Conservative MP Cheryl Gallant cuts the ribbon Monday to open her Renfrew campaign office. “We always wonder if we are going to have just the one campaign office (Pembroke) but the people come through,” Gallant said. “We have an excellent location in Renfrew. People can come in and out real quick to get their signs. Local people come forward ready, willing and able to get down to business. It’s the people that do it.”

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Gallant opens Renfrew office DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@metroland.com

Prior to the ribbon-cutting with about a dozen Arnprior supporters, Gallant listed items in the defeated “family oriented” budget her party vows to reintroduce if elected: up to $500 for children taking artistic activities, a program similar to the sports rebate; $50 per month to seniors to

Will abolish registry JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

It will take a Conservative majority government to abolish the long-gun registry, Nipissing-Renfrew-Pembroke Conservative candidate Cheryl Gallant said Tuesday. Gallant was commenting on Conservative leader Stephen Harper’s commitment Monday to scrap the “ineffective and wasteful” long-gun registry if re-elected.

Gallant said the Conservatives “stand with farmers, hunters and rural Canadians who are treated like criminals by the Liberals and their Separatist/NDP coalition because they own a rifle.”

Gallant said a Conservative majority government will create a wildlife and hunting advisory panel “to talk to rural

Burton runs for NDP

people before new regulations are forced upon them.”

Hunting, fishing and trapping remain central to the livelihood and traditions of the people of the Ottawa Valley and are an important part of many local and regional tourism industries, she said. “Unfortunately, these legitimate recreational and commercial activities are being threatened by unfair restrictions based on a misunderstanding of rural economies and conservation practices.”

Gallant maintained that rural residents “understand better than someone who walks on pavement all day that we must take action to protect endangered species.” However, only Conservatives understand that “shoving the financial burden onto a rural resident is not fair and does not work,” she added.

The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters strongly supports elimination of the long-gun registry.

Outgoing riding association president Sue McSheffrey, who ran for the NDP in the past three elections, noted Burton had invited farmers of all political stripes to the forum. Unfortunately, the current MP isn’t so inclusive, she said, adding “it’s time to stop the polarization and time to start working on solutions.”

Burton said he could have taken the easy route and joined the Conservative or Liberal parties to get involved politically. “But the reason I’m NDP is that it is the only one with the courage to do what needs to be done.”

He said his parents worked hard to ensure he and his sister had opportunities they never had. “That’s what the NDP does … that’s what I want to do, give children opportunities to reach their potential,” he said.

He said he looked seriously at the Green Party, but was “disappointed” by how right wing many of their policies are. It’s the NDP that have the stronger stands on the environment and climate change, he said.

The Arnprior born and raised Burton said he learned a “tremendous amount” in his four years on town council.

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Continued from Page 2 “We need to change the way we do things,” he said, adding that under the status quo, most people in the riding are falling further and further behind.

Burton said the Conservatives give out tax breaks to the big banks and oil companies, but businesses in rural ridings get little in the way of assistance.

As for the Liberals, they can’t be trusted to follow through on their promises because they have broken them so many times in the past, he charged.

Burton said the best solutions are home-grown, not the ones forced on communities from above. His nomination meeting followed a forum on agriculture that Burton had organized well before the election was called.

It shows agriculture is a key issue for the NDP, he said, adding that government has to take steps to ensure family farmers get paid properly for their production and stop big corporations from siphoning off all the profits from food. he NDP’s national food strategy provides a guide to doing just that, he said.

cover rising energy costs; up to $40,000 to doctors who open in rural areas, with similar incentives for other medical workers; and EI tax credits for small business.

“Everyone is saying they are upset about having an election,” Gallant said.

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Coalition or bust?

Double standard demonstrated in ballot box photos

tephen Harper is counting on you to find a coalition scary.

Certainly, most Canadians outside of Quebec would spurn the idea of the Bloc Quebecois, a party whose raison d’etre is the very destruction of Canada as we know it, being a part of any coalition government.

But would a coalition, even an informal agreement, between the Liberals and the New Democrats, be so bad?

Certainly, the NDP would love to have a formalized coalition agreement like we saw formed in Great Britain last year between the Conservatives and the Liberal Democrats. That deal saw the Lib-Dems end up with seats at the cabinet table, something Jack Layton could get behind.

It’s happened before, with the “Accord” government of David Peterson’s Liberals here in Ontario from 1985 to 1987, propped up by Bob Rae’s NDP. (In his 1996 autobiography, Rae admitted that his only regret was that he should have asked for cabinet seats in the deal.)

During both world wars, Parliament’s parties banded together to fight the war effort on the political side.

A coalition – should one become necessary – would bring stability to a dysfunctional political system.

And, like in Britain, a formal agreement would mean that there would be a good chance that we would not face another election until 2015. Harper’s pledge for fixed election dates seem to have fallen by the wayside, so this idea has just as much chance of succeeding as his much-touted policy.

Even for fans of proportional representation – something that will be sorely lacking on ballot papers on May 2 – a coalition would mean that the views of a majority of Canadians would form the basis of a government, not just 35 per cent or so, working on a piece-meal basis.

It’s not just Britain that has gotten over its phobia of a coalition. Last year the Australian Labour Party clung to power with the support of the Green Party, while earlier this month, in Ireland, the right-of-centre Fine Gael party, elected outright for the first time since 1982, has formed a coalition with the left-wing Labour Party. In Germany, coalition governments have also become the norm.

The Conservative leader is right on one thing though – that only winners get to form coalitions.

If we wake up on the morning of May 3, however, with the Liberals having more seats than the Conservatives, then certainly Gov. Gen. David Johnston will be picking up the phone to arrange a meeting at Rideau Hall with Michael Ignatieff, and not Harper.

If Harper’s Conservatives win the bulk of the seats though, he has two choices – he can carry on as he has done for the past five years, with brinksmanship and occasional compromise, or he can phone Ignatieff and/or Layton, play nice, hit the reset button and hammer out a deal.

It may not be pretty, but Canadians deserve a more concrete example of attempted bipartisanship than we have seen in the past decade.

Mind you, if Harper gets his much-sought-after majority, all of this is moot.

It’s up to you.

ELECTION BRIEFS

All-candidates meetings struck JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

There are at least four candidates forums already arranged in RenfrewNipissing-Pembroke, including the much anticipated rematch between Conservative Cheryl Gallant and Independent Hec Clouthier April 13 at the Pembroke Sportsman’s Club.

The spirited debate over the gun registry is widely credited with turning the tide in the 2000 election, which saw Gallant claim the riding for the then Alliance party. The sportsman club forum, featuring all five candidates, will be held at the group’s clubhouse on Doran Road at 7 p.m.

In a news release, the club says the “question-and-answer event is being organized by sportsmen for sportsmen with a focus on federal governmentcontrolled activities and management practices which have profound effects on migratory birds and fisheries and impact on our heritage practices of hunting, fishing, trapping, and recreational target shooting, besides our Canadian birthright to navigate unimpeded on navigable waterways.”

The next night (April 14), the Ren-

frew branch of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture will hold an all-candidates meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the Cobden Agricultural Hall.

On Saturday, April 16, Valley Heritage Radio is hosting a live on-air forum at its studios on Burnstown Road between 10:30 and noon.

Events are also set for Arnprior April 19 and Rankin April 20. **** The party leaders televised English debate will be held Tuesday, April 12 from 7 to 9 p.m. The CBC, CTV and Global will air the debate, which will be moderated by TVO’s Steve Paikin, host of the current affair show Agenda. The French debate is set for April 14.

Controversy has arisen again as the television consortium organizing the debate has ruled that only four leaders will be invited and not the Green Party’s Elizabeth May. **** The phones have been set up in the Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke returning office in Pembroke (147 Mackay St.). The toll-free phone number is 1866-275-1647 and the toll-free fax number is 1-888-595-4375.

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To the editor: As the first week of the election campaign gets under way, I saw yesterday morning in a CBC TV media piece a person putting their ballot in the ballot box after voting.

On Election Day we will see TV coverage of the political leaders voting and putting their ballots in the box.

I have, over the years, asked to put my ballot in the box myself. After all, it isn’t 100 years yet since women got the vote, and I want to savour my democratic experience.

However, the polling clerks insist on taking it from me and putting it in the box themselves. Indeed, my efforts have been met with vigorous verbal opposition, telling me that I could not put my ballot in the box. I give my arguments why I want to do this and they insist against it, and in the end I hand it over and watch them put my ballot in the box.

In the municipal election last fall, I was the only person at the polling booth to vote.

I was two feet from the clerk, had no coat on and left my purse outside the voting area.

Then I again began my attempts to put my ballot in the box and again met with opposition (that I may be trying to put something else in the box – I showed that I only had the ballot).

When I persisted in my wish, the clerk angrily told me that I couldn’t put my ballot in the box because it was against the law to do so!

I was stunned to hear this (though I have always wondered what the issue was), and it was the first time I felt that maybe we do have too many laws.

So why does the media keep showing pictures of people putting their ballots in the box? Is there a double standard, something going on I don’t know about?

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Last-minute business interest in the abandoned Canadian Pacific Railway in Renfrew County has surfaced. But it remains to be seen if anything will come of it.

Now that Canadian Pacific has issued notices of sale or discontinuance of the railway line running between Smiths Falls and Mattawa, Renfrew County council voted last week to submit a letter of intent for the right of first refusal with CPR to acquire the rail bed for future use.

This letter is for the northern section of line, between Petawawa and Mattawa, which had been kept open for use by Canadian Forces Base Petawawa.

Earlier this year, Lanark and Renfrew counties asked CPR for first-rights-of-refusal for purchasing the property − if the line is derailed − for the section of line from Smiths Falls to Petawawa.

The abandonment process, under the Canadian Transportation Act, ended for the section of CP line running from Petawawa to Mattawa on March 16, 2011.

That same day, Mattawa Mayor Dean Backer, Township of Papineau-Cameron Mayor Robert Corriveau, and Renfrew County Warden Bob Sweet discussed the abandonment process in a brief teleconference call.

During the call, the three parties agreed to proceed with discussions with CPR, starting with a joint letter request-

ing first rights of refusal to purchase the abandoned line.

Renfrew County’s resolution, which was passed March 30, says development and property committee documentation, is “consistent with the County of Renfrew Abandoned Railway Rights-of-Way Policy upon completion of the abandonment process.”

Renfrew County chief administrative officer Jim Hutton acknowledges that an anonymous private sector company has hired consultants to investigate the possibility of using the Canadian Pacific line between Smiths Falls and Mattawa.

March 17, Lanark County officials met with consultants who outlined plans to complete a market research study. The study would determine if the rail line purchase would be a practical financial move for the private company the consultants represent.

Lanark and Renfrew counties have a meeting this week to discuss the rail line.

“I was kind of surprised,” said Hutton of the company’s recently-expressed interest in the line. We have to wait and see. I don’t think anyone would be disappointed if they bought the line, but that’s being pretty optimistic.”

If Renfrew County purchased the rail bed, this could lead to the development of a recreational corridor for hikers, snowmobilers and other users. Other possible uses could be transportation and a corridor for fibre-optics communication, said Hutton.

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“I do carry some botanical inspired decor and do installations at people’s houses, and parties.”

She also does weddings, seasonal events and everyday special occasions.

“I decorated at the Home Show (last week) and will be at Girls Night Out at the Wing (April 8).”

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The Flower Factory, located in the strip mall at 180 Plaunt St. Unit 4, entered the Renfrew business scene Monday, April 4.

Ouellet has a grand opening slated for Saturday, April 16. Her daily hours are Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“I’ve been working on the place for a couple of weeks to get everything right,” she said.

“I’ve been doing flowers since 1996 in Ottawa, but was born and raised in Renfrew. I came back to Renfrew to raise my three kids and open a flower shop.

“I worked at the 2003 Juno Awards in Ottawa and also for former prime minister Paul Martin and Governor General Adrienne Clarkson.”

Ouellet is also an award-winning florist at the Tulip Festival in Ottawa.

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The Calabogie Community Rink Committee is excited to announce that it is moving into Phase 2 of the rink refurbishment.

CCRC is committed to providing the community with a safe, affordable, and inviting recreational facility that will enhance the quality of life for people of all ages by promoting an active lifestyle in and around Calabogie.

The committee plans on ultimately transforming the rink into an inclusive, modern venue for year-round outdoor recreational activities.

The goal is to eventually have a concrete ice pad and a roof.

To kick off Phase 2, CCRC is hosting a party at Shooter’s Bar and Grill in Calabogie, on Saturday, April 16 at 7 p.m.

The evening will feature celebrity guest appearances by NHL player Mike Blunden of the Columbus Blue Jackets and CFL player Justin Phillips of the Calgary Stampeders, as well as appetizers and music. Tickets are $5 with all proceeds going towards the rink. Tickets may be purchased at the Greater Madawaska township office, Calabogie Highlands, Shooter’s, Calabogie Marine, Calabogie Home Hardware, Calabogie Pizzeria, Munford’s, and from Rink Committee members or at the door.

For more information, please contact the CCRC at calabogierink@gmail.com.

There’s a very different approach to the Bonnechere River Watershed Project organization’s annual general meeting this year.

The meeting, which takes place in a Renfrew-area community each year, is Friday, April 15 at the Eagle’s Nest, on the second floor of the Eganville arena.

Previous AGMs typically featured a guest speaker, presentation of committee reports and an election of officers.

This year’s event has been expanded to be more interactive and engaging, says Kathryn Lindsay, chair of the organization whose mandate is to undertake projects to enhance the health of the watershed.

In fact, the Bonnechere River Watershed Project annual general meeting is relegated to about 30 minutes, leaving substantially more time for a community forum on the health and future of the river watershed and for the event’s visual and performing arts exhibition.

“This time we’re trying to make it a fun event. It’s kind of a celebration, a celebration of our place, both the beauty of the place and the challenges we’re going to have in dealing with

areas of concern (in the watershed).”

The recent RiverWatch program assessment (in the summers of 2009 and 2010) of 29 sites in the Bonnechere River watershed were analyzed for stream condition.

Of these, three were deemed to be poor, 15 fair and 11 good.

When sites were mapped according to their catchment (i.e., the surface drainage area for the water running through the site), 11 of 13 municipalities located within the watershed had at least one catchment with a site rated fair, while four had one catchment with a site rated poor.

Bonnechere Valley and Killaloe, Hagarty & Richards each had the highest number of ‘fair’ sites, with six each. And four municipalities had some of their property in a catchment with a site found to be poor. Among them were Admaston-Bromley and North Algona Wilberforce.

Issues of concern, for sites rated as poor or fair, include livestock access, roadbed erosion, trash in the stream and insufficient shoreline vegetation. RiverWatch also found water quality meets existing guidelines for parameters measured but deteriorates, particularly during the summer, from the headwaters in

Algonquin Park to its outflow at the Ottawa River.

The watershed that stretches from Algonquin Park to the Ottawa River remains a place of beauty, however, and Lindsay and other members of BRWP aspire to keep in that way.

Lindsay, who works as a wildlife ecologist, says the 2 to 5 p.m. community forum will provide a positive and constructive atmosphere for discussion among municipal government representatives, resource users and area residents.

The intention, says Lindsay, is to focus on how environmental benefits enjoyed by users of the river and its watershed are sustained in the long term.

Both the afternoon forum and the 7 to 9:30 p.m. arts exhibition are intended to highlight the need for municipalities to work together and with resource users and residents to monitor and sustain the watershed’s health.

Activities in the community forum include: • the story of rivers, lakes and streams by Skip Ross of the Algonquin community on Golden Lake; • Lindsay’s summary of the

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The Cougars Conquering Cancer charity group is searching for Renfrew’s talented gentlemen to volunteer a few hours of their time and muscle for a great cause.

Described as a “charity gentlemen’s auction with a twist,” participants wll be asked to donate a minimum of three hours to up to a full day of spring project work to be auctioned off to the highest bidder. The auction will be held at Finnigan’s Roadhouse in Renfrew on Saturday, April 16.

Tickets are available at Finnigan’s Roadhouse, Renfrew County Window and Door, and the Renfrew branch of the Royal Bank.

Gentlemen can apply by calling Anie at 613-432-4194, Kelly at 613432-9009 or Shannon at 613-4332479.

All proceeds of the event will go to the Weekend to End Women’s Cancers and Renfrew Victoria Hospital.

RiverWatch program; • a Bonnechere River watershed environmental governance analysis by Carleton University PhD student Allyson Quinlan; • table discussions with such local decision-makers as Bonnechere Valley Township, the County of Renfrew, and the Ministry of Natural Resources; and • presentation of four future scenarios for the watershed by local artist Jerome Coulas. He was commissioned by BRWP to do paintings to profile four scenarios of what the watershed could look like in 2050.

The afternoon community forum will be followed by a 5 p.m.

AGM. The brief meeting will feature a treasurer’s report and election of officers.

A visual and performing arts exhibition runs 7 to 9:30 p.m.

The program includes a variety of media by several local artists.

There will be poetry, songs, puppetry, storytelling and a dance performance by the Ottawa troupe, Aboriginal Experiences.

For more details about the BRWP community forum, annual meeting and art program April 15, visit www.bonnechereriver.ca.

For questions, contact:

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Susan Bromley

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News

Says no to dog kill

JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

McNab-Braeside council was startled to find out that livestock killed by dogs isn’t eligible for provincial com-

pensation.

Mayor Mary Campbell reported that a claim involving a turkey killed by dogs was rejected by the province.

It turns out the township

has to provide compensation for dog kills, she said.

That brings up the question regarding what happens when the culprits are wild dogs or coyote-dog hybrids, she said.

Renfrew County ANTIQUE & COLLECTABLES AUCTION Saturday, April 9th, 2011 150 update Auction to Start at 10 a.m.

Preview from 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Location: Cobden Fairgrounds Agriculture Bldg.

JENNIFER LAYMAN

IDOL WRAPS UP With all Idol preliminary competitions having taken place, all that remains is the showcase of the stars that is a key attraction at Expo 150. For the past several months, the Renfrew County Idol committee and volunteer judges have travelled across the county, being charged with choosing the finalists in three categories: 13 and under, 14 to 18, and 19 and over. In addition to their performances at Expo 150, all finalists will hold a benefit concert June 26 at the Renfrew Armouries.

RENFREWSHIRE CONNECTION The County of Renfrew is named after the County of Renfrew in Renfrewshire, Scotland.

Over the years, the Counties have had a strong and cooperative relationship. That relationship is so strong that dignitaries from Renfrewshire will be coming to Expo 150 and will be part of the opening ceremonies to help kick off this event.

The opening ceremonies will be held on Thursday, June 9 at 2 p.m. at the Expo 150 site.

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Expo 150 will be celebrating the heritage of fiddling and step dancing in the Ottawa Valley with a quest to establish two Canadian records as part of the four-day celebration.

The first record will feature the largest number of fiddlers all playing the same tune at the same time. The tunes that have been selected for this record are Cock of the North (a.k.a. Chase Me Charlie) and Road to Boston.

The second Canadian record we will set is to have the most step dancers dancing at the same time. The step dancers will dance to a reel. These record attempts will take place on Saturday, June 11 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Expo 150 grounds (Pembroke & Area Airport.) There is no fee to register for the record and admission to Expo 150 is free. In is imperative all participants register prior to the event. We urge all fiddlers and step dancers to come out to help us make history by establishing these Canadian records. All dancers and fiddlers welcome. All dancers and fiddlers, please check in at the main stage upon arrival.

For more, contact Guy Jamieson at 613-628-2234.

The rule could also tempt farmers to say it is coyotes when it is actually dogs, she said.

Council decided to see how other municipalities are handling the issue.

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Public Vehicle/Equipment Auction Saturday, April 16, 2011, 9:00 a.m.

Civic #2250, County Road 31, Winchester, ON 613-774-7000 or 1-800-567-1797 More than 300 vehicles and equipment from Federal Government and others Primary list at: www.rideauauctions.com

NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS

Cars: 08 Gr Prix, 110 kms; 08 Focus 64 kms; 07 Caliber, 50 kms; 07 Camry, 77 kms; 07 Yaris, 95 kms; 07 Aveo, 67 kms; 06 Malibu, 126 kms; 06 Gr Prix, 119 kms; 05 MX5, 74 kms; 05 300, 173 kms; 05 Allure, 146 kms; (2)05 Altima, 176-227 kms; 05 Sentra, 94 kms; 05 Corolla, 119 kms; 04 Matrix, 254 kms; 04 Impala, 123 kms; 04 Neon, 144 kms; 03 Golf, 223 kms; 03 Neon, 139 kms; 02 Cavalier, 177 kms; (2)02 Intrepid, 138220 kms; 02 Saturn, 108 kms; 02 Jetta, 274 kms; 02 Altima, 210 kms; 01 PT Cruiser, 149 kms; 01 Legacy, 180 kms; 01 Deville, 164 kms; 01 Towncar, 182 kms; 00 Civic, 244 kms; 00 Century, 202 kms; 00 300, 173 kms; 98 Cr Vic, 182 kms; 98 Civic, 227 kms; (2)98 Intrepid, 98-138 kms; 98 Esteem, 126 kms; 98 Legacy, 106 kms; 98 Lexus, 245 kms; 98 Stratus, 240 kms; 98 Town Car, 299 kms; 98 626, 286 kms; 97 Civic, 219 kms; 97 Park Avenue, 195 kms; 90 MX5, 168 kms SUVs: 06 Trailblazer, 183 kms; 05 Jimmy, 177 kms; 05 Escape, 176 kms; 04 Aviator, 127 kms; 03 Durango, 200 kms; 03 Escape, 185 kms; 02 Explorer, 130 kms; 98 Cherokee, 241 kms; 97 Saturn, 190 kms; 97 4Runner, 190 kms Vans: 06 Caravan, 178 kms; 05 Express, 168 kms; 05 Freestar, 120 kms; 04 Savanna, 81 kms; 02 Venture, 248 kms; 02 Caravan, 108 kms; 01 Ram, 150 kms; 00 MPV, 263 kms; 98 Caravan, 227 kms Light Trucks: 05 Sierra, 213 kms; 04 Tundra, 263 kms; 04 F250, 207 kms; 04 Ram, 265 kms; 03 Silverado, 211 kms; (2)03 F150, 60-177 kms; 97 Sierra, 253 kms; 97 F150, 258 kms Heavy Vehicles: 06 IH CF600, 111 kms; 01 IH 2674 Dump, 200 kms; 00 F550, 375 kms; 00 IH Dump, 306 kms; 92 IH 4700LP, 101 kms; Trailers: 07 Kaufman Car; 11 Cargo; 08 Advantage utility dump; (2)Pole trailers; 09 Car; Cargo utility; 88 Fruehauf van; Manac storage Farm Equipment: NH TV140, w/loader, 3750 hrs; NH TM115, w/Quicke loader, 5800 hrs; Ford 420 Hilift loader w/ss 150-18 bale grapple, tractor outfitted w/accumulator for soft ride; Case 584E Forklift w/accumulator; NH 258 side rake; (2) Steffen Systems Model 1850 accumulator; (2) Steffen Systems 15-18 bale grapple; NH 2332 disc bine w/flails fits TV140; MillerPro 1150 rake; AG Shield Recon 300 w/rear tedder; (2) JD 348 square balers w/Harvest Tek computerized acid applicator plus airbale density control; Maschio flail ditch mower; 12’ Brillon grass seeder; Wifo round bale spear; (2) hay trailers; 7’ snow blower Recreational: 09 Polaris RZR, 1 kms; 88 Candormate Fishing boat; 01 Aero 5th wheel camper; Marvac Fishing boat; Grunman Boat; Fishing boat; Checkmate Boat; Chriscraft boat; Sundowner boat; Sunray SV155 boat; Bombardier Seadoo; (8)New Scooters, never used; 07 HD Sportster, 11 kms; 03 HD Sportser, 17 kms; 02 Suzuki RGSX, 18 kms; (7)2006 ClubCar Golf Carts Misc.

Items: Lots of small hand tools; scaffolding; Davtair truckbox

In the estate of

PETER CARL COMBA, deceased.

All persons having claims against the Estate of Peter Carl Comba, late of the Town of Renfrew, in the County of Renfrew, who died on or about the 24th day of March, 2011, are hereby notified to send particulars of same to the undersigned solicitor for the Estate Trustee, duly verified, on or before the 28th day of April, 2011, after which date the Estate will be distributed, with regard only to the claims of which the undersigned shall have notice, and the undersigned will not be liable to any person of whose claim they shall not then have notice.

NO CHILDREN ALLOWED

DATED at Renfrew, Ontario, this 31st day of March, 2011.

Some of the above mentioned vehicles are public consignments. List is subject to change.

Website will be updated as new consignments are registered

Buyers Premium Applies - Terms: Cash; Visa; MasterCard; Interac for $500.00 deposit & Cash, Certified Cheque, Interac for balance due on vehicle Viewing: April 13, 14, & 15, 2011, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Pictures and description of items available at www.icangroup.ca Click on Ottawa

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CHOWN & SMITH, Brian D. Smith, Barrister & Solicitor, 297 Raglan Street, South, Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 1R6.

Solicitor for the Estate Trustee.

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Renfrew OPP investigate assault on female walking on Millenium Trail

The Renfrew detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded to 137 calls for service last week.

PROPERTY CRIMES • A break, enter and theft was reported to the Renfrew OPP on Tuesday, March 29. Some time overnight, unknown persons cut the fence at Arnprior Sportland.

Once inside a motor was stolen out of a 2000 Arctic Cat snow mobile. Another attempted break in was reported at a neighbouring business, but they were not successful in getting in. The investigation revealed OPP officers in Carleton Place stopped a vehicle with stolen property inside it, including the stolen motor. A 40year-old Carleton Place man and a 35-year-old man from Laurentian Valley Township were both charged with numerous offences, including break, enter and theft at Sportland, and possession of stolen property over $5,000. Sgt. Terry McIntyre investigated.

• Rocks were thrown at a van while it was parked overnight and as a result the rear window was smashed. The van was parked at a residence on Barr Street in Renfrew on Saturday, April 2 about 10:15 p.m. A report of suspicious youth in the area was made, but they were not located. Const. Shikatani is investigating.

DOMESTIC DISPUTES Renfrew OPP officers responded to five domestic disputes during the past week. One male was charged with assault, one male was charged with assault and breach of probation and one female was charged with possession of marijuana and public intoxication.

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Sgt. Steve Linton investigated.

• On Friday, April 1 about 11:45 p.m. Const. Adam Nitschmann stopped a vehicle on White Lake Road for a traffic offence. Open alcohol was located in the vehicle, but neither the driver nor passengers admitted to owning it. A 16-year-old McNab-Braeside male driver was charged for possession of liquor under 19.

• On April 2 at midnight Const.

Adam Nitschmann was conducting RIDE spot checks at White Lake Road and Russett Drive in the Township of McNab/Braeside. While speaking to a driver open alcohol was spotted inside a vehicle. Two passengers – an 18-year-old Kinburn man and 17year-old Pakenham man – were charged with being under 19 and having alcohol.

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On Sunday, April 3 about 12:40 a.m. a female was walking alone on the Millenium Trail at the yellow gates near the Renfrew Mercury. She heard someone approaching from behind and turned. She was struck twice in the face and fell down. The incident was reported to police, but to date the attacker has not been located. Anyone with information t is asked to contact Constable Rick Shikatani at 613-432-3211.

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• Saturday, April 2 at about 10:20 p.m. police responded to a report of a pickup truck in Renfrew with open alcohol in the vehicle. The truck was located and open alcohol was seized. A 19-year-old Horton Township man was given a ticket for driving a motor vehicle with an open container of liquor.

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Community

Aboriginal study in Renfrew

The workshop is this Saturday, April 9 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Stewart Hall-Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church, 291 Plaunt St. S. Renfrew, On. The cost is $12 for adults, $8 for kids. Please bring a food item for donation to the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn Food Bank.

The workshop will cover smudging/cleansing ceremonies, medicine wheel teachings, the blanket game, kids programming area, and the

Omamiwinini Pimadjwowin-The Algonquin Way Cultural Centre has partnered with Trinity-St. Andrews United Church and Renfrew community members. Together they have formed Right Relations with Aboriginal Peoples (RRAP) study group. The purpose of reforming this group is to host the second annual workshop on aboriginal awareness entitled Cultural Teachings, Two.

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Valley Round-up on Sunday Valley Heritage Radio is holding a Valley Round-up Dance in Renfrew this Sunday, April 10.

The concert runs from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Renfrew Armouries.

The event features a large number of Valley entertainers, as well as square dancing and a light lunch.

Heritage Radio president Vic Garbutt is the host and the show’s house band is Classic Country Review.

Among the entertainers will be Brian

Landry, Gail Gavan, Smokey Rose, Al Visser, Marie Brydges, Kenny Spence and many others.

Tickets are $12 for Heritage Radio members and $15 for others.

They are available at the radio station, Peebles in the Arnprior Mall, the Arnprior-McNab-Braeside Seniors at Home office, Nicholson’s in Pakenham, Breen Insurance in Renfrew, Conway’s Pharmacy in Eganville, and at Langford Grocery in Shawville.

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The Corporation of the Town of Renfrew SPRING ICE TIME AVAILABLE TO RENT at Ma-te-Way Activity Centre up to Saturday, April 16, 2011. Evenings and weekends.

Please call 613-432-3131 or 613-433-4286 to book.

Public Skating Times

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Monday, April 4 — 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 6 — 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 9 — 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 10 — 1:00 - 2:00 Monday, April 11 — 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

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Once again, the Town of Renfrew will be conducting drinking water sampling and testing for lead to comply with Ontario Regulations. The town is seeking volunteer test sites in single family homes, multi-unit buildings, commercial properties, and industrial properties.

Under the provincial legislation, the municipality must test the drinking water for lead at 40 private residences, 4 non-private residences, between December 15, 2010 and April 15, 2011.

• Tests would be performed at older residences suspected of having lead pipes or pipes with lead solder.

• Homes built before the mid-1950s could have lead pipes.

• Lead solder was used to join copper pipes and was phased out in the late 1980s; any new construction done after those years should not be affected by lead in the piping system.

Since the Town must access homes to test for the presence of lead, we are looking for volunteers to allow the Town of Renfrew staff access to their homes to collect samples. There will be NO charge to the resident for the testing of the lead sample.

10:00 AM sharp

Each sample will total three litres in each location and the regulations obligate the town to advise tenants of the test results as soon as they are available.

For Don Baird to be held at his farm located at 2666 Diamondview Rd., Carp, Ontario (the farm is located on Diamondview Rd. between Donald B. Munro Drive and the Thomas A. Dolan Parkway.)

The higher risk individuals affected by lead that exceeds the standards are pregnant women, infants and children under the age of 6 years old.

Ford 9700 – cab and air – 150 HP - 500 hours on rebuilt motor; MF 35 Diesel with Allied 300 loader – good rubber, single set of remotes, 3160 hours; IH 5400 No Till drill 24 run with grass seed box; Kongskilde 22’ Res Till 3500 Series cultivator with rolling harrows; White 435 chisel Plow; 6 section Allied diamond harrow; Killbros Model 385 Gravity Box with extensions and tarp top; Killbros 14’ bristle auger; Brandt 852 Super Charged grain auger on wheels; Willmar 500 fertilizer spreader with stainless tank; 3 pth scraper blade – 7’; Feterl grain cleaner with 4’ drum; Whistler 5.5’ rotary mower; 3 ton farm wagon; set of dual wheels; 40’ Wick Weeder on rubber. Assorted small hand tools, shop machinery, lawn and garden equipment as well as a few household items.

All the machinery is in excellent condition, has been well maintained and has always been stored inside.

The farm is sold and everything must go including the farm buildings. In the event of inclement weather, the sale will be held under cover.

Grain Bin and Buildings: Brock Grain Bin- 22’ diameter – 110 tonne, aeration floor, sweep unloading auger, dryer fan.

1 - Log barn with 4 box stalls, one standing stall, a tack room and a loft. This building is approx. 25 x 30 2 - Machine shed - approx. 70 x 25 – post and bean construction 3 - Barn approx. 40 x 30 – post and beam construction 4 - Granary – approx. 28’ x 24’ with stairs and loft 5 - Machinery shed/workshop – approx. 60 x 30 - pole shed with truss rafters All the buildings have metal roofs and are in good repair. It will be the responsibility of the purchaser to remove the buildings from the site and clean up as required. The buildings must be removed no later than July 31st, 2011.

Terms: Cash or Cheque with ID (Items must be settled for prior to removal) Refreshments

Auctioneer: John J. O`Neill 613-832-2503 www.oneillsauctions.ca

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The Town will require permission of the property owner to take the samples.

If you wish to be added to the list of potential test sites please contact the Development and Works Department, Municipal Garage, Darl Gaudette at 613-432-4147.

TENDER CALL Tender Number: Tender For:

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6-2011 Planting and Maintenance of the Flowerbeds on Veterans Memorial Blvd.

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Tenders Close:

Thursday, Thursday,April April28th, 21st,2011 2011—–12:00 10:00p.m. a.m.

The tenders listed above are available for pick up at the Town Hall, 127 Raglan St. S., 2nd Floor, Department of Development and Works.

The lowest or any quote will not necessarily be accepted.

If you have any questions or concerns please call Murray Gahan, Department of Development and Works at 613-432-8166.

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Community From left, Danielle Fournier, Emma Hanniman, Katie Caughey, Amber Trueman Hendsbee and Courtney McCanna get into the opening dance of the night.

Fifteen girls competed for the title of Miss Teen Ontario East 2011 at the Renfrew Recreation Centre.

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Church Services Pageant: MacMillan wins Continued from Front “I want to get the word out on our cause,” MacMillan was quick to add. The pageant promotes and creates awareness of childhood cancer charities.

Competing in her second Miss Teen Ontario East pageant (2008), MacMillan was sponsored by family business T Williams Plumbing and Heating, while Barry’s Bay Timberfest sponsored Voldock. Mickey’s Promotions sponsored Brown. The two runners-up received their crowns from 2010 counterparts Mary Scott and Alexandra Leslie.

A number of awards were presented throughout the evening, including photogenic: Brittany Harrison; interview: Hillary MacMillan; talent: Miranda Voldock for her drum solo; friendship: Katie Caughey; and evening wear: Brittany Harrison.

Caughey was also presented with the prestigious Lindsay Norton Memorial Award. Lindsay was a second runnerup in 2002, and won this honour when it was previous known as the Ambassador’s Award. Delegates are scored on this award on their enthusiasm, dedication, co-operation, participation and respect for their fellow delegates and with all the people involved with the various aspects of the production.

Kendra McNulty was the recipient of a first-time award, the Miss Teen Ontario East Award of Merit for dedication, commitment, sportsmanship and other positive attributes to the pageant.

The pageant paid tribute to childhood cancer awareness featuring all the 2011 delegates and four special cancer champions, Annie Underhill of Kemptville, Alexa Kinnon Tregunna of Ottawa, and locally, Jill Barr of the Barr Line and Renfrew’s Paige Dillabough.

Megan McNeill and her song, Will to Survive, were featured.

Megan had a goal to raise aware-

ness of children cancer. She recently lost her battle.

The crowd gave a rising ovation to the escorts, Joe Steele, Anthony Burton, Nick Sparling, Thomas Kellar, Cooper Brown and Charlie Bossy.

Judging the competition were lead judge Line Rheault of Ottawa, a judge at the national level; university dancer Melanie Reid; model Samantha Pitman; owner/ operator of Hearth of Business website Brenda Stanley; professional athlete (Canadian Football League) and personal trainer Donnie Ruiz; and Ottawa’s Pat Woodcock, a Grey Cup champion during his eight-year career as a professional football player.

Guest entertainers were John Legris and Colin Carnegie, one half of the band Shades of Gray.

Pageant director Patti Dillabough said it was another successful evening and everyone enjoyed the festivities.

“It went very well,” she said.

Carlos Goncalves emceed the pageant and kept the crowd entertained during the breaks.

Although she has handed over her crown, Caroline Holley will be representing the region at the Miss Teen Canada World Pageant in Toronto this July. The St. Joseph’s Catholic High School student will sport the regional crown and carry the title Miss Teen Ontario East World.

Other competitors and sponsors at Miss Teen Ontario East 2011 were Katie Caughey, Lou’s Service Centre; Lindsay Cybulskie, Sparkle by Brides and Blooms; Danielle Fournier, Valley Fitness & Health, Vic’s Industrial, First Choice Haircutters; Emma Hanniman, Jim New Quality Pre-Owned; Brittany Harrison, McKie Pools & Spas; Amber Trueman Hendsbee, Biba; Courtney McCanna, Canadian Tire; Shohannah (McClure) Smith, Curves Renfrew; Kendra McNulty, Country Bride; Katie Miller, Miller Road Firewood; Maggie Wilson, Renfrew Kinsmen; and Lisa Yutronkie, Krueger Signs.

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

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Renfrew Baptist Church Story Hour and Nursery for Corner of Plaunt & Railway Children 5 yrs. and under Available 432-4266 Everyone is welcome Rev. Tom Smith _____________________________ SUNDAY, APRIL 10 10:00 – Worship Castleford United Cable Channel 22 Church Sundays 11 am & 3 p.m.

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Worship The Anglican Sunday School _____________________________ Church of Canada ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE Elmwood Corner Argyle St. at Patrick Phone 432-3062 Bible Chapel Ministry 200 Francis St. Rev’d. Cathy McCaig with the 432-4572 432-3087 members of the Parish.

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There will be a mandatory site meeting and an optional tour of locations on Tuesday April 19th starting at 8am. The meeting will start at the Townships Public Works Office located at 1798 Westmeath Road, Westmeath Ontario Tender Forms will ONLY be handed out at the mandatory meeting.

Participants are required to submit one tender price for all areas requiring service, but are to show a breakdown of cost per cut at each area on the supplied form. The successful contractor will supply all equipment and labour for this contract. The successful contractor will be required to provide proof of adequate liability insurance before the contract will be awarded (minimum $2,000,000.00) Sealed Tenders will be accepted by the undersigned at the Municipal Office in Cobden till 2pm on Wednesday April 27th, with tender opening to follow.

Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. For further information please contact the Public Works Office at 613-587-4764.

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Calabogie Bible Fellowship Congregational Church 538 Mill St., Calabogie, ON Pastor Bill & Diane Griffiths Sunday 10:30 a.m.

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From Munich, Germany, the tour moved on to Switzerland, but not before making a short stop in Liechtenstein, the smallest country in the world. The Principality of Liechtenstein is located between Austria and Switzerland and the only country in the world that is totally located within the Alps.

Travelling through the Lucerne Region of Switzerland was beautiful. The Alps are the most amazing place on earth.

In Lucerne, some group members had planned on a trip up to the top of Mount Pilatus on the famous Pilatus cogwheel railway, however, poor weather caused this to be cancelled. Instead, the group went on a hiking tour in the neighbourhood of their hotel and two brave souls even went for a swim in the cold lake.

As the tour was coming to an end, it was on to Heidelburg, Germany and then Frankfurt, Germany to catch a flight back home. Everyone enjoyed himself or herself very much during this adventure and plans are already underway for a 2012 visit to Turkey and Greece including a cruise through the Eagean Sea!

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As previously reported, during the March Break a group of students from St. Joseph’s Catholic High School went to Europe under the supervision of guidance counsellor Mrs. Susan Whalen. This European vacation has grown into an annual trip for students who are interested in learning through travel. This year, a group of 16 students travelled to Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. This trip offered a great learning experience and students were exposed to the geography, culture and history of these countries as they travelled.

Some of the highlights of Vienna included a chance to see the world-famous Vienna Opera House and to take a tour of the 450-foot-high gothic St. Stephen’s Cathedral. It was so beautiful and filled with the sweet smell of incense. On the way to Munich, Germany, the tour made a stop in Salzburg where we toured a salt mine and saw the birthplace of Mozart.

Many of the sites in Salzburg were made famous as the backdrop for the movie, The Sound of Music.

One of the more solemn side-trips from Munich involved a visit to the Dachau Concentration Camp of World War II. Built in 1933, this camp was officially described as the first concentration camp for political prisoners. This camp operated until Allied forces liberated it in 1945.

The camp now serves as a museum and a real reminder of the terrible things that

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In the matter of Section 34 of the Planning Act, the Town of Renfrew hereby gives NOTICE OF THE FOLLOWING:

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NOTE: One of the purposes of the Planning Act is to provide for planning processes that are open, accessible, timely and efficient. Accordingly, all written submissions, documents, correspondence, e-mails or other communications (including your name and address) form part of the public record and will be disclosed/made available by the /local Municipality to such persons as the local Municipality sees fit, including anyone requesting such information.

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Public Meeting A public meeting to inform the public of the proposed zoning amendment will be held on Tuesday April 26th, 2011 at 7 p.m. in the Town of Renfrew Council Chambers, 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew.

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Imagine: you are free to do what you wish, without the control of a real teacher. Assignments given to you with the freedom to do them whenever you want. A new trend seems to be growing. All of this “freedom” can be found in an online course, a unique, revolutionized way to educate.

At this time of course selection, it is apparent that some courses are not offered at RCI for a variety of reasons. In order to accommodate the people wanting to take these courses e-learning is available. Just about any course can be taken online, and it gives more timetabling flexibility to students.

This can be very convenient, as it makes class scheduling and timetable management less challenging.

I personally have had the pleasure of taking one of these online courses and it has been very fulfilling. Not only have I been able to take something I wouldn’t have been able to, but I have enjoyed doing it too. If you enjoy working independently and have the discipline, online courses enrich a student’s learning experience.

Our fifth annual Relay for Life campaign kicked off on Friday April 1 with a well-attended community breakfast, followed by a moving assembly with speakers that included cancer survivors and impact statements from those who have lost a loved one to cancer. Students and community members affiliated with Renfrew Collegiate are encouraged to enter a team of 10 in our May 27 Relay for Life event. Each team member is asked to raise a minimum amount of $125. We are proud to once again host this event to raise money for a cause that impacts all Canadians.

Our drama club competed at the Sears Drama Festival last week, performing The Omelet Murder Mystery. Our play received a very positive adjudication, with Adam Campbell earning an Award of Merit for Directing, and Emily Waterston an Award of Excellence for Acting. Congratulations to all the cast and crew for representing our school so well.

Music student Keegan Melville is off to Nashville next Friday to a bass camp hosted by Grammy award-winning bassist Victor Wooten. Keegan won this contest through a music distributing company based in Montreal, and has had to wait since December to go. Keegan will be playing with musicians from all over the world on the Saturday and Sunday next week.

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RCI RENFREW COUNTY AND EOSSAA CHAMPIONS The Renfrew Collegiate Raiders varsity boys hockey teams captured both the Renfrew County and Eastern Ontario (EOSSAA) high school hockey titles in February and March, and travelled to Timmins to compete at the Ontario high school (OFSAA) championship. The Raiders went 1-and-3 in a pool that included both the eventual gold- and bronze-medal teams. In front is Keith Coupal; first row from left Jason Fleury, Adam Scott, Nick Sparling, Ryan Fraser, Josh Eady, Stephen Cuthill, Jarett Latendresse, Tyler Kelly; and standing, coach Paul Simard, Drew Edwards, Brady Pender, John-James McArthur, Mitchell Ferguson, Caylan Edwards, Ryan Lennie, Brad Oattes, Joel Corbin, coach Kyle Mask, Shawn Walters, Brayden Wright, assistant coach Dylan Zavitske, coach Bob Dillabough, trainer Perley Black and head coach Scott Buffam. Braeden Cameron is missing from photo.

Photo courtesy of Lesley Wright

NAPA PEEWEE HOUSE CHAMPIONS NAPA Auto Parts capped off a brilliant 2010-11 season by capturing the Upper Ottawa Valley Peewee House Hockey League championship at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre March 26. In front from left are Braedon Vincent and Jacob Miller; second row, Evan Zohr, Charlie Strader, Dawson Campbell, Brandon Hanniman, Nicholas Wright and Hunter Wright; third row, Jacob Sweeney, Jared Leclaire, Eric McIntyre, Logan Wright, Elysa Essiambre and Brittany Roberts; and back row, manager Lesley Wright, assistant coach Cory Sweeney, coach Scott Campbell, trainer Carl Wright and assistant coach Bobby Lavallee.

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UOV PETITE C TEAM CAPTURES GOLD

The Upper Ottawa Valley Petite C ringette team sports the gold medals won at Championship Sunday March 27 in Arnprior. In front is goaltender Carolyn Wytenberg; first row from left, Georgia Clemmer, Camryn McCallum, Sarah Christinck, Ashley Hubert and Danielle Kubiseski; and standing, manager Laurie Stroud, Marydith White, Maia Zohr, Katie Hall, Emma Lee Reinhart, Madison Stroud, assistant coach Scott Hubert, trainer April Gillan and coach Mel Clemmer.

April is a good time of the year for the sports world.

Races for the final playoff spots in the National Hockey League season reach a feverish pitch and the playoffs begin; all Major League Baseball teams are created equal – at least for a day – as fans flock to the ball yards for opening day; and if you are into college basketball, the first days of April bring a frantic finish to March Madness.

I often wonder what these millions of people south of the border would do throughout the month of March if some guy from a little town in Canada hadn’t invented basketball.

Anyway, a story for another day.

Getting back to opening day on the ball diamond, it has never been quite the same since the good old days when we could turn the TV on and the Expos were playing.

I heard a couple of guys reminiscing on a Montreal radio station show last week.

Who can forget the late ’70s and early ’80s when the Expos

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And in 1994 when the Expos reached their peak, six games in front in the National League East when a work stoppage wiped out the rest of the regular season, playoffs, and the World Series.

It ultimately wiped out the Montreal Expos. * * * The only two teams in the National Hockey League who have not missed the Stanley Cup playoffs since the cancelled season of 2005 are the San Jose Sharks and Detroit Red Wings.

All the Eastern Conference teams have missed the postseason at least once now that the New Jersey Devils failed to qualify this year.

And for this week: There are two other teams that have failed to qualify for the playoffs each year since 2005. Can you name those teams?

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From left are Dawson Campbell, the peewee NAPA Auto Parts player who scored 58 goals; Justin Schutt, novice Rink Rats (74); Chase Parkinson, peewee Fulton’s Construction (66); Crawford Leavoy, novice Renfrew Pizzeria (79); and Nick Wright, atom Farrell’s Installation (82).

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Low Cup highlights Week of champions: Part 1 ANDY SKLEPOWICZ Renfrew Curling Rink

The Renfrew senior men are celebrating an unprecedented 14th straight Low Cup after they travelled to Pembroke and played Arnprior in their final games of the year. The team of Rob Warren, Don Rouble, Andy Humphries and Eric Craig curled two of their best games and came away with well deserved wins.

The David Eady team with Jim Berg, Jim Freemark and Rory McKay matched their teammates but needed a last-shot draw to the four foot by Eady to give them a second game tie after a win in their first game. Congratulations lads and to all the players that curled throughout the year in a very exciting year of curling.

The senior men’s playoffs had Jim Berg defeating the Wes Rathwell rink to come up the B side, earning the right to play the Andy Sklepowicz foursome who had gone undefeated on the A side with wins over the Warren, Eady and Rathwell rinks. The Berg rink with Jim Freemark, Cedric Wright and Hugh Sholea rode their skip’s hot hand to take the Friday morning game 6-4 but the Sklepowicz rink with Andy Humphries, Willard Kranch and Lorne Nimmons stormed back to take the championship game 7-4 and win the Harold Eady Trophy.

To cap off the week of champions the club held its first championship spiel with a men’s and ladies’ division (Photos on Page 23). The double knockout format had games start on Friday evening and finish Sunday.

The first four draws resulted in the setting up of the A and B side for the men’s division with the Warren rink defeating the Yolkowskie team to take the A and Yolkowskie then turning around to defeat the Valleau foursome to take the B. This set up the game for Sunday where the Warren and Yolkowskie teams battled to the last shots. Warren, down three, still had a chance with last rock when Yolkowskie flashed his last rock hit. Warren faced the near impossible shot of promoting a guard with a chip and still rolling the shooter into the rings. The shot rock hit the guard almost perfectly but the Warren team, sweeping madly, was only able to get the shooter a cruel inch short of the rings.

This necessitated a secondand-deciding game between the same two teams. This time Brian Yolkowskie, Dave Eady, Larry Visneskie and ironman Jim Freemark, playing his 14th playoff game of the week, made no mistake. They grabbed a quick lead over Rob Warren, Andy Humphries, Jim Berg and Brian Hewitt and never took the pressure off, winning 9-4.

The ladies side was decided when Yvonne Sklepowicz, Anne Windle, Patsy Stewart and Theresa Mann defeated Leith Collins, Anne McNeil, Sandra Fredette and Vi Bujold. Bujold shared second’s duties and Jean Klages in the two well played games.

A special thanks to the ladies who prepared the fantastic meal for lunch and then the banquet, all their helpers, the bar crew and to the organizers of this much-enjoyed event.

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Come in after your round for

A FREE DINNER SPECIAL

THURSDAY EVENINGS

Contact Kevin at 613-432-8080 for more information

at the

DOUGLAS LEISURE FACILITY May through Mid August Permanent Sand Courts under the Lights WE ARE LOOKING FOR COMPETITIVE AND RECREATIONAL TEAMS $

GOLF COURSE & DRIVING RANGE NOW OPEN 456913

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Please call Dawn Afelskie

613-649-2031 DEADLINE FOR SIGNUP IS APRIL 30 381052

Renfrew Youth

BALL HOCKEY LEAGUE

at Ma-te-way Activity Centre Registration at Ma-te-way April 9th - 9 till noon April 12th – 6 - 8 p.m.

Forms also available at the Recreation Dept.

Boys and Girls born between 1998 -2003 Starting May 2nd – Ending June 20th, 2011 Monday Evening Novice 2002-2003 – start time 6 p.m.

Atom 2000 - 2001 – start time 7 p.m.

Peewee 1998-1999 Start time 8 p.m.

Cost $45 per participant Equipment Required: Hockey Helmet with full face mask, Elbow Pad, Jock or Jill, Shin Pads, Hockey Gloves, running shoes, Hockey Stick and personal water bottle

If you need program information or have a question contact Lesley Wright 432-8658 Scott Campbell 432-5655 Travis & Jeannie Hiderman 432-6065 Zabrina Fulton 432-0809 460011

We are looking for individuals to coach or to take part in the organization committee

Renfrew TENNIS Club 2011 REGISTRATION MA-TE-WAY ACTIVITY CENTER

Fri., April 15 - 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Sat., April 16 - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

MEMBERSHIPS: Family — $150.00 Adults — $75.00 Seniors — $70.00 Intermediates (14 - 17) — $50.00 Juniors (13 and under) — $30.00

Learn a sport that lasts a lifetime!

Please help our environment by bringing in last year’s keys for recycling.

INFORMATION — GARRY 432-5944

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TOWNSHIP OF WHITEWATER REGION WASTE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTICE

Mercury photos by Peter Clark

TOY STORY ON ICE The Renfrew Skating Club presented Toy Story On Ice to close out its 2010-11 season Saturday evening at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre. Leading the way is Lainey McDonald, right, who combined with Mitchell Coad to dress up as a slinky.

Photo courtesy Carlotta Irish

JIU JITSU AWARD WINNERS Five members of the Pontiac Jiu Jitsu Club competed at a tournament in Ottawa March 20. They combined to bring home nine trophies. In front row from left are Jonathan Peplinski (third in self defence), Nicole Peplinski (fourth in self defence) and Braeden Pilon (first in grappling, first in sparring). In back are Corey Renwick (first in grappling, third in sparring) and Abe Ellement (first in grappling, third in point sparring and fourth in sparring). The group is coached by Carlotta Irish and Rob Dodd. They are now gearing up for a tournament in Ottawa May 1.

Bodycheck house concern PETER CLARK Renfrew Mercury

Ready to take to the ice are members of the Bo Peep CanSkate, from left, Fiona Fournier, Alena Kutsera, Paige Barr and Alexa Narezny.

Owen McCullough breaks away from the rest of the pack.

Toy Story also featured guest skaters Jennifer Pettem and Benjamin Guthrie, and the Petawawa skating team of Platinum Edge, who competed at the Canadian Synchronized Skating Championships in Brampton.

Renfrew’s Spencer Yakaback skates with Platinum Edge.

Whether or not body checking in house league hockey should be allowed to continue is up for debate.

It became a focal point of last Thursday’s Renfrew Minor Hockey Association annual general meeting at the MaTe-Way Activity Centre.

RMHA president Mike Martin noted all the presidents from District 5 of the Ottawa District Minor Hockey Association will be meeting to discuss the issue in Cobden April 14.

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Residents and Businesses of the Township of Whitewater Region Effective Monday, April 4th, 2011, changes to your recycling schedule will occur. Recyclables will now be collected the same day as the current residential garbage collection for your area. Paper Recyclables (paper, boxboard, cardboard) will be collected one week and Container Recyclables (metal, glass, plastics) collected the following week. Although respective Recycling types will be collected the same day as your garbage, it will not necessarily be at the same time of day.

Beginning the week of April 4th, 2011, Paper Recyclables will be collected coinciding with your garbage day.

For further information, please contact:

RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Steven Hodson, Landfill Operations Manager (613) 635-1517 455672

FOR SALE BY TENDER VEHICLES AND SCHOOL BUS THE RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD IS ISSUING A FOR SALE BY TENDER FOR THE FOLLOWING: Vehicle #1 Vehicle #2 Vehicle #3 Vehicle #4 Vehicle #5 Vehicle #6 Vehicle #7

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One (1) 2001 Dodge Cargo Van One (1) 2000 Ford F250 ¾ Ton Truck One (1) 2000 Ford F250 ¾ Ton Truck One (1) 1997 Dodge Ram ½ Ton Truck One (1) 1991 Ford F350 1 Ton Truck One (1) 1999 Chevrolet Van One (1) 1994 International School Bus with Lift – 66 Passenger

All vehicles are located at the RCDSB Plant Department, 1202 Pembroke St. East, Pembroke, ON. All vehicles are available for viewing on Monday, April 11, 2011 from 9:00am to 11:00am. Successful Bidders MUST submit payment (cash or certified cheque)

by Friday, April 22, 2011 or they will forfeit their bid.

Successful Bidders MUST remove the vehicle from the site on or before Friday, April 29, 2011.

Bidders are encouraged to inspect all items of interest for condition and suitability prior to bidding. All items to be sold on an “AS IS, WHERE IS” basis. There is no warranty expressed or implied on any items.

Bids MUST state the Vehicle Number and be received before 11:00:00 am on Friday, April 15, 2011 to be considered. Bids may be faxed to the attention of Peggy Fiebig, Purchasing Agent at (613) 735-6315 OR enclosed in a sealed envelope and submitted to: RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD ATTN: Peggy Fiebig, Purchasing Agent 1270 Pembroke Street West Pembroke, ON K8A 4G4 Bids will be opened immediately following the closing date and time. The successful Bidder will be contacted by telephone which must be provided on the bid.

The Renfrew County District School Board reserves the right to reject any or all tenders. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

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TENDER TOWNSHIP OF WHITEWATER REGION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH LANARK HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICES PLACE THE FOLLOWING:

REVISED TENDER CALL Approximately 1500 sq. ft. Building Additions/Renovations Whitewater Bromley Community Health Centre 20 Robertson Road, Beachburg

SCOPE: The Township of Whitewater Region is accepting tender submissions from General Contractors interested in constructing two additions to the Whitewater Bromley Community Health Centre, 20 Robertson Drive, Beachburg.

The two additions are wood framed and approximately 1500 sq. ft. in area, excluding the basement areas.

Tender forms and Drawings may be obtained from Township of Whitewater Region Municipal Office 44 Main Street Cobden, ON K0J 1K0 upon payment of a $50.00 refundable fee.

Sealed Tenders will be accepted no later than 2:00 p.m. local time, Thursday April 21, 2011 at Township of Whitewater Region Municipal Office, 44 Main Street, Cobden, Ontario K0J 1K0.

Public opening to take place immediately after.

The lowest or any bid not necessarily accepted.

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CURLING CHAMPS

Men’s champions for 2011 at the Renfrew Curling Rink, from left are second Larry Visneskie, lead Jim Freemark, skip Brian Yolkowskie and third Dave Eady. Presenting the hardware is Cliff Valleau.

NEW

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

Cliff Valleau of the Renfrew Curling Rink presents the ladies club championship trophy for 2011 to the team of, from left, skip Yvonne Sklepowicz, third Anne Windle, second Patsy Stewart and lead Theresa Mann.

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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. 613-401-2824.

444 GILLAN RD. Extremely well maintained 3 bedroom bungalow with gleaming hardwood floors and many upgrades.

Excellent location. MLS #783391. Call David 613-401-2824

TIMBER TRAIL Build a cottage or home on the Madawaska River. Enjoy all that the river has to offer. Call today 613-401-2824

124 BELLAMY WAY GOLDEN LAKE Summer is fast approaching and this private waterfront home will impress you. MLS #769757. Call David today.

613-401-2824

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 NEW ING LIST

137 MCANDREW AVE

2 STRY vinyl sided home, features include, eat-in kit, LR with GAS Fireplace, separate DR, Laundry room with 1-2pc bath. 2nd floor includes Large Master Bedroom, 19’ by 13’ plus walk in closet, 2 BDR. 1- 4 pc bath. Large 2 level side deck with above ground pool. Call Ross for further details 433.1133

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186 PINNACLE ROAD

4 LEVEL SPLIT - MINUTES FROM RENFREW Eat in Kit with new pot lights, leads to large deck, Separate D.R., L.R., all overlooking Renfrew. Upper level features BDR, 1-4pc bath, Large MBR, 1-3pc ensuite with jacuzzi tub highlighted by skylight, large walk in closet; 2nd level has, cozy family room, laundry room plus 1-3pc bath, furnace room. Lower level, B.D.R., large hallway, 2 car fully insulated garage, beautiful hardwood floors throughout this home, pave drive, quality landscaped, Call Ross for details at 433-1133

CONSTANT LAKE

IMMACULATE PROPERTY — with 177 acres in total. 1800 sp. ft. brick bungalow, restored farmhouse, 1 bedroom bungalow, three cottages & five trailer sites. New outdoor wood furnace installed and services all homes. 30ft. x30 ft. garage. Year round income approx. $30,000. Great fishing area.

Call Ross 433-1133.

170 TASSE AVE. R-4000, brand new bungalow, open concept, kit., D.R., separate L.R., 1-4pc bath jacuzzi, separate shower, 2 good size B.D.’s, full unfinished basement with plumbing for bath, laundry room facilities, E.B.R. heat. Asking $219,000. Call Ross at 613-433-1133.

1075A LAKE DORE RD 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 & hall 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.

Call Ross for viewing 613-433-1133.

246 OPEONGO RD.

Custom Brick bungalow, kit, D.R., L.R., with brick fireplace, mbr. with 4pc ensuite, 2 b.r. lots of closet space, and full family bath. Walk-out basement with rec room on ground level, large unfinished area, gas heat, a/c, large back deck overlooking part of Renfrew, 2 car attached garage, paved drive, many more highlights. Call Ross at 433-1133.

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Mobile home; with large addition, features include: kit., L.R., 2 B.D.R., family room 17’x12’, include:kit.,L.R.,2B.D.R.,familyroom17’x12’, sewing room 18’x11’, propane heat, separate sewingroom18’x11’,propaneheat,separate insulated shed, two decks out front, all this on insulatedshed,twodecksoutfront,allthison large lot, asking $98,500. Call Ross for details 613-433-1133.

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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 $199,000.Call Ross 433-1133.

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HELEN VINCENT

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

330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3

BROKER OF RECORD

Cell 613-432-0058

432-7562 • www.remaxrenfrew.com

HUNTER GATE

SUBDIVISION

16 LOTS AVAILABLE FOR SINGLE FAMILY HOMES JUST OFF GILLAN ROAD

ALL SOLD LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! 247, 249 & 251 FOXDEN ST. 5 more bungalows (similar to drawing) about to be built on Foxden Street

177 & 181 ELK ST.

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Come and see this 1 1/2 storey extremely well maintained home – Proceed on Fortington or New Street from O’Brien Rd. to Jordan St.

PROCEED ON HWY 60 through the traffic light in Eganville and follow my sign on the right to this beautiful home. Hope to see you there!

NEW G IN LIST

163 ELK ST. Construction has begun at this address – close to shopping and easy access to Hwy 17 custom bungalow with large living room, dining room and kitchen (open concept) two bedrooms, 2 full baths – deck at rear – double car garage – nice lot 54 x 134 backing onto Park land. Call Helen at 613-432-0058

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381 LISGAR ST. A & B A well renovated duplex with 2 levels of living space in each unit – two driveways – hardwood, ceramic & carpet in front unit with living room, dining area & kitchen +3 bedrooms - 4 pce. bath in apartment A – apartment B, at rear, has LR., kitchen, 2 BR. & 4 pce. bath – electric & gas heat – Call Helen to view at 432-0058

T JUS ED LIST 101 GRANT BLVD. Here is your bungalow on a quiet residential lot and maintained to perfection! two bedrooms, living room, kitchen and dining area combined with patio doors to the rear deck – newer windows, doors, furnace and roof – excellent state of repair – finished rec room in the lower level with gas stove for comfort – central air – paved drive- you must see this for yourself - Call Helen at 432-0058

110 HARAMIS DR. You must see this custom built bungalow to appreciate the value here! Hardwood and ceramic – Living room and dining room with gas fireplace and built-in china cabinet – 3 baths – eatin kitchen overlooking the manicured backyard – completely finished lower level with an extra spacious family room, third bedroom with ensuite – master bedroom has a 3 pce. ensuite as well. Call Helen to view this 613-432-0058

357 MCLEAN ST. 3 bedroom bungalow – maintenance free exterior plus detached garage – landscaped rear yard – newer windows, doors, kitchen cupboards and countertop – 4 pce. bath plus finished rec. room in lower level – paved drive – new flooring – close to shopping – good residential location. Call Helen at 432-0058

LOTS FOR SALE • 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

CALL HELEN @ 432-0058

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Body checking a major debate in house league hockey From Page 22 Martin and RMHA treasurer Keray O’Reilly are on opposite sides of the fence on this subject, but respect each other’s opinion.

Martin pointed out, “It is no body checking, not no body contact. The open-ice hits would be taken out, not the battles in front of the net and in the corners.”

O’Reilly is not a believer of the non-body checking, saying some smaller kids or kids intimidated by the hitting will suddenly get brave, knowing they won’t get hit.

He alluded to the way sticks came up after face masks and cages became a part of a player’s equipment.

Parents are welcome to make their thoughts known by filling in a survey on the subject before Martin attends

the April 14 meeting.

Martin’s term as RMHA president has come to an end.

As of May 1, Lesley Wright will take over the reins.

The association’s 2011-12 executive is now in place. It was also noted that minor hockey is off to a good start for next year with 150 kids already signed up. For more on the March 31 AGM, see the April 14 Mercury.

PETER VINCENT

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

330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3

BROKER

Cell 613-432-0319

432-7562 • www.remaxrenfrew.com T JUS D E T LIS

SOLD 2431 EADY RD. Asking $264,900, Almost completed, this 4 bedroom split level will have a finished basement, open kitchen and living room.

MLS# 783087

BRAND NEW 2441 Eady RD, only $249,900 HST Incl, three bedrooms, spacious interior and full basement. 3 BR and 2 full baths. on 1 acre of land. MLS# 774531

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SPACIOUS BUNGALOW This well maintained three bedroom home on a 100’ X 100’ lot, three gas fireplaces, tastefully decorated with hardwood flooring throughout, finished basement. MLS#782332

2451 EADY RD. Minutes to town, located on 1 acre, asking $259,900 HST Incl. 4 BR, 2.5 baths, 9’ ceilings on lower level. MLS# 765550.

661 GRAPHITE BAY RD Asking $285,000, affordable year round four bedroom home on Centennial Lake

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1354 GRIST MILL RD Exceptional quality,three bedroom bungalow, wrap around porch, spacious kitchen, dbl car insulated garage, overlooking the river. MLS# 786392.

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GREAT LOCATION AND VALUE 1487 Goshen RD, Asking only $249,900 for this raised 4 BR bungalow on one acre, many renovations throughout, open spacious kitchen, new roof, finished basement. MLS# 783971.

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154 HARAMIS DR.

Asking $47,500 for this prime building lot, 186 feet deep in a very desirable location.

MLS# 784648

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GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY Asking $109,900, 697 Seventh St, with built in tenants, this two bedroom with fenced rear yard and new kitchen has lots to offer.

MLS# 783587

311 BARR ST. A great opportunity here. Centrally located, this well built brick home has a large detached garage with loft. Five bedrooms, 1.5 baths, call Peter for details. MLS# 782998

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Atom teams nipped in A and B finals The 2010-11 Upper Ottawa Valley House League season came to a tough end for two Renfrew atom teams last week.

Two goals in the last five minutes of the third period gave Arnprior a 2-0 win over Farrell’s Installation in the deciding game of their A final. Jacob Miller was between the pipes for the Renfrew squad.

Barker’s Collision Centre dropped a

four-game B championship round 5-3 in points to Pembroke.

Barker’s forced the series to the limit with a 1-0 win March 28 at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre. Cody Mackin notched the game’s only goal.

McKale Van Genderen recorded the team’s fifth shutout of the season for Barker’s.

Junior B final tied

The Metro-Valley Conference champion Clarence Creek Beavers held off the Rideau-St. Lawrence crown-winning Winchester Hawks 2-1 Tuesday to

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level their Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League championship series at a game apiece.

Winchester was a 4-1 winner in Sunday’s series opener.

A portion of all proceeds donated to the Food Bank.

NEW quality built home, hardwood floors, custom kitchen, full basement, large low- e argon windows, specially constructed foundation to minimize heating costs. You will not be disappointed. $264,900 MLS# 778885

This 2 br home has new laminate flooring, spacious eat-in kitchen, family room, dry basement, new soffit and fascia, new electric panel, electric to single car garage.

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$134,900 MLS# 779647 CHALET STYLE HONE ON 12 ACRES NEAR CALABOGIE

HOME OF THE WEEK – HANDYMAN SPECIAL New roof, 4 yr old furnace and gas fireplace, hardwood floors, full basement, single detached garage.

Just a little sweat equity and you will have a great starter home or investment property.

All for $114,900 MLS #785111

Bring the whole family – room to roam on this gorgeous property, creek and pond, also includes free golf and skiing at Calabogie Peaks, living room has stone fireplace, large family room, pool and gazebo, two garages everything your family needs!

MLS# 778886

this one is a MUST SEE! Dianne Gillette, Broker

SPRING IS COMING Two great building lots on the Bonnechere – 5 acres in Douglas $69,900. 2.25 Acres near Renfrew – beautifully treed, both great for fishing, swimming and canoeing or kayaking. $59,900.

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Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage

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296 Jordan Ave., RENFREW

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Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage

Helen Vincent, Broker of Record 613-432-0058

For more information on these and other listings, please check out the regular real estate ads in this edition.

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EADY REALTY, INC. Brokerage

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

613-432-2100

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Broker of Record

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JUST LISTED - 266 FOYMOUNT ROAD

Real Estate Broker Cell

432-0041

Patti Reid Sales Rep.

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

NEW LISTING - 20 NADOBNY LANE

ONE OF A KIND! Edge of Eganville! Originally a train station circa 1897, this 2200 s.f. bungalow has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and loads of atmosphere! $269,000 Call Rick to view 613-401-3212

238 FOXDEN

151 SIMPSON AVE.

1-1/2 story brick home.

Three bedroom, 1-1/2 bath,Beautiful tin ceiling in kitchen.

Great starter home on a large lot in a quiet Neighbourhood Call Charlene 613-433-4082

139 BARNET BLVD.

Rick Reid Sales Rep.

Cell

401-3212

1011 JANE ST.

This home is located on Thompson Hill in Horton Township. It offers a large lot with a small log barn for storage. It has gas heat, a metal roof, and well and septic system..no water bills for this property. MLS #784542 $149,900 Call Vince 613-433-2254

27 QUEEN STREET

54 HARPER

Granite and quartz countertops, hardwood floors, huge master with ensuite, natural gas heat, central air, rec room with kitchenette, family room with gas fire place, 3 bedrooms main level, 4 bedrooms lower level. Call Kelly to view 613-433-2681

All brick 3 bedroom bungalow with double wide paved driveway, central air conditioning, natural gas heating. Good solid value with a little TLC $189,900 Call Morris for more info 613-432-1830

Looking for a home that is move in ready.

This home has all the bells and whistles!

A MUST SEE! $229,000. For a personal viewing call Charlene @ 613-433-4082

For the investor! At 139,900 this 3unit property makes sense, dollars and cents.

Fully rented with many updates. Call for financial information. Vendor will look at offers. Call Dennis 613-432-0041

3 bedrm brick bungalow. Bright kitchen with plenty of cupboards. Generous sized living room. Cozy recrm with gas stove.

Roof shingles are under 5 years old. New gas furnace and stove. Maintenance free exterior situated minutes from town.

Call Dennis 613-432-0041 MLS#785313

90 OPEONGO RD.

76 GRAHAM AVE

728 ABERDEEN

135 PETER ST

463 B BAGOT LONG LAKE RD.

A GOOD BUY

Five bedrooms, three bathrooms, large rec room with gas fireplace plus a detached one bedroom bungalow perfect for a granny suite or extra rental income. $199,900 Call Morris for more info MLS #785595

Brick bungalow on quiet Cul-de-sac.

Three bedrooms on main level, fully finished granny suite with separate entrance on lower level. Detached insulated, heated double garage. Call Kelly to view 613-433-2681

Custom bungalow garden home with partially finished basement. Hardwood & ceramic throughout. Large master with walk-in closet and ensuite. Call Morris for more info 613-432-1830 MLS #783172

3 bedroom home on ravine lot with a larger rear addition. Open concept living/dining area with cozy gas stove. Call Rick 401-3212 or Patti 613-401-0197 to view. MLS#783528

200’ of waterfront. On quiet, tranquil Bagot Long Lake. Ten minutes to Calabogie Peaks Ski Hill, The Highlands 27 hole Golf Course, and everything this picturesque area has to offer. Call Kelly to view 613-433-2681 MLS #783005

184 PRINCE AVE.

14 LITTLE ST

6647 HIGHWAY 132

161 READY AVE.

873 FERGUSLEA

NEW PRICE

Very well appointed home with a paved driveway in the center of Renfrew.This home is very close to all amenities. Home has many newer updates. The attached garage is currently used as storage and workshop. price $172,900 Call Vince for more info 613-433-2254

202 BRYDGES ROAD

Great starter in Beachburg. Affordable 2 bedroom home on large lot. Detached single garage. Cozy, cute and ready for occupancy. $115,000 MLS#784033 Call Kelly to view 613-433-2681

Terrific value! Formerly the MNR work station. Good living quarters over 6 offices. Large attached shop insulated with a wooden floor. Large 70 x 40 detached insulated shop with cement floor. Several other outbuildings on 2.5 acres. Many potential uses $139,900. Call Dennis 432-0041 MLS #751068.

Set on the banks of the Bonnechere, this classic brick beauty has large country kitchen, 4+ bedrooms, main floor den/ family room and over-sized private yard.

Call Rick 401-3212 or Patti 401-0197 to view $184,900. MLS#757702

112 PHEASANT RUN

170 QUEEN ST.

48 BLAIR LANE WOOD HEAT

Peaceful & private. 17 yr old, 3 bedroom home on 47 acres. Fireplace in family room looks great and is an efficient heat source. Ensuite bath & walk-in closet in spacious master bedroom. MLS #783317 Call Kelly to view 613-433-2681

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

Spring is here. This beautiful hi-ranch offers all of natures finest at it’s back door. $204,900. Call Charlene @ 613-4334082 for more details

3 Bedroom bungalow on a large lot overlooking Calabogie Highlands Golf Course. Features an open concept floorplan, solarium and deeded access to Calabogie Lake. $349,900 Call Vince for more info @ 613-433-2254 MLS#783854

Larger than it looks! 3 bedroom centrally located home is within walking distance to all amenities. Main floor family room offers space to relax at the end of the day $124,900 MLS #781718 Call Kelly to view 433-2681

Very private, energy efficient home has cat-walk to master BR and awesome views of the valley from all 3 decks. $245,000 Call Rick 613-401-3212 or Patti 613-401-0197 to view.

I welcome your weekend call on any listed property

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

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Sherri Cobus Sales Representative 613-432-1947

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Christena McNab Sales Representative 613-570-1443

Mike Coulas Sales Representative 613-432-0092

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

NEW LISTING

BEAUTIFUL 2 STOREY BRICK HOME Unique with lots of character! Spacious 4 bedrooms, lg eat-in kitchen, main level laundry, sun room off the 2nd floor and detached garage.

Mostly wood & tile floors. New windows 2006, new roof 2009, new gas furnace 2009.

MLS #787563

56 HARRY ST. DON’T MISS THIS PROPERTY. 1 1/2 storey, 2 bedroom , central location.

Open concept LR & DR, hardwood & ceramic floors, kitchen with eat-in area. Rec room with air tight wood stove, new gas furnace, 5 appliances. MLS#787563

375 AIRTH BLVD ATTENTION all handymen!! Spacious 2 Storey, 4 Bedroom home on nice corner lot. Within walking distance to all amenities. Detached single garage plus carport. Immediate Occupancy.

300 ACRES

406 HUBERS ROAD

FOR LEASE

FOR LEASE

72 PRINCE STREET

627 FORTINGTON STREET • • • •

Bright & spacious space with 2 front door access Plenty of parking available Private office in back Great location for your business, close to HWY #17 & box stores MLS#770869

• 2 units available in lower level of building • Unit C – 760 sq. ft., Unit D – 900 sq. ft.

• Gas heat & central air, rent includes heat & hydro • Central to downtown area MLS#781732, 781733

• An exceptional property offering spectacular views for miles in all directions • Updated log with cedar sided home has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, family room with fireplace & gleaming hardwood floors, enclosed heated porch & basement area with sauna, sink & shower.

• Several outbuildings, heated 3 bay garage, open hay barn & a log building wired for generator • Much, much more. A must be seen to be appreciated property. MLS#782100

98 & 100 RAGLAN STREET SOUTH • Put your business were it can be seen • 1200 sq. ft. Retail space on main level • 2 – 1 bedroom apartments, currently occupied upstairs • Prime location with plenty of parking • Available for immediate occupancy MLS#775296

F E AT U R E P R O P E R T Y 63 ALVA DRIVE • Family friendly home in a private location on the outskirts of Cobden • Well built & beautifully maintained brick & stone bungalow • Sunken living room with hardwood, 12 ft ceilings, large windows & propane fireplace • Fully finished lower level with propane fireplace and entry to double heated garage • Open concept kitchen/dining room with patio doors to back veranda • $280,000 MLS#755689

26405 HWY#41 • Private country hillside home with 2 bedrooms & 2 baths • New Roof 2009 • Large single garage with workshop & spacious loft • Situated on 3.28 acres in Griffith • $155,000 MLS#784143

WATERFRONT

708 FORTH AVENUE • • • •

3 Bedroom bungalow close to Millennium Trail Extremely well maintained on quiet street Master bedroom with patio doors to back deck Large family room in lower level with gas fireplace • $189,900 MLS#775840

LOTS 46 Haramis Drive In-town building lot in prime residential area. MLS#783813

102 MERVIN LANE 298 BALDWIN AVENUE • Good little starter home in good location • 1 ½ Storey home with 3 bedrooms • Situated on a large corner lot in lovely neighbourhood close to the Bonnechere River, school & hospital.

• Upgraded windows, doors & roof • $149,900 MLS#782385

• Spacious side split accommodating the growing family • Good working oak kitchen with large center island • Newer propane furnace + a wood burning airtight in lower level rec. room • Generator hook-up • 3 + 1 Bedrooms, 2 baths, 4 outbuildings. $239,500 MLS#783836

660 HYDRO BAY ROAD • 19 Acres great for hunting/fishing and recreation • Very private with 725 ft on the Muskrat Lake with several areas to swim & launch your boat.

• 4 Wheeler trails throughout, mixed bush.

• Great location to build your dream home away from the busy city.

• $269,000 MLS#755153

280 Mask Road Building lot in Industrial Park. Zoned M-3 with many possibilities! MLS#779371 O’Brien Road Excellent location for highway access. 1 acre lot in the heart of high commercial activity. Plenty of options & potential.

MLS#781726

233 AIRTH BLVD. • Great location for this semi-detached home • Good floor plan with 3 bedrooms and 4pc bath • Fenced back yard with storage shed • Updated roof, windows, flooring and central air • $136,500 MLS#778706

463 JESSUP ROAD

63 MCBRIDE ROAD • New Quality Built Custom Home built in 2010 with completely finished lower level • Open concept kitchen, dining/living room all with hardwood and ceramic flooring • 3 + 2 Bedrooms, 3 baths including 4pc ensuite • Single attached garage with inside entry to large foyer • $315,000 includes HST MLS#781868

161 Bank Street Excellent in-town building lot!

MLS#770784

SHERRI COBUS YOUR WEEKEND SALES REPRESENTATIVE 613-432-1947

• One acre park like setting for this spic & span bungalow. Two min. walk to Mink Lake • Built in 2004 with detached 25’ x 30; insulated garage • Open concept kitchen/dining room, great for entertaining with patio doors to nice back deck • Master bedroom with double closets, cheater door to 3pc bath with jet tub & skylight • $289,900 MLS#781290

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1911: Millinery at Mackay store APRIL 6, 1911

APRIL 2, 1936 VISITING IN RENFREW AREA: Mr. J.W. Briscoe of Belmonte, Man., accompanied by his daughter-in-law Mrs. W.A. Briscoe, has been looking up old friends in Renfrew County. Mr. Briscoe was last here four years ago.

He conducts a garage business at Bel-

OLGA LEWIS FROM THE OLD FILES monte after having farmed for several years since going West in 1898. The daughter-in-law has never before been out of Manitoba and to her it is an entirely unusual experience to visit places such as Ottawa, Kingston, Toronto and Niagara Falls, according to plans made before coming East.

TAKES POSITION IN OTTAWA: Miss Margaret Williams elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Williams, left for Ottawa on Tuesday to take a clerical position in public service – The Canadian Welfare Council. Experience in the civil service in England and in a Renfrew legal office fits her for the work.

While in Renfrew she was a member of the Presbyterian Church choir and the YPS which latter body presented her on the eve of her departure with a travelling bag, plus many expressions of good will.

APRIL 7, 1971 MANY CHANGES OVER THE YEARS: If you are living in a fairly new house in Renfrew, or work in a relatively new plant, chances are the concrete blocks

used in its construction were produced right here in town. John Forgie and his two sons, Jim and Kerry, have been making concrete cement blocks since 1945, at their plant at 200 Hincks Street; and over the years they have acquired quite a reputation for their fine quality products. In 1945 when they began the business, the Forgies turned out about 100 concrete blocks a day, all manufactured by hand. Today their operation has grown to a point where 90 per cent of the new houses in Renfrew use concrete blocks manufactured by J.L. Forgie and Sons. Production has increased by an amazing 5,000 blocks per day. “The business grew on merit,” John said.

NEW SAWMILL FOR WABA: An Arnprior company will construct a new sawmill at Waba, Ont., assisted by a federal grant incentive. Edwin D. Kennedy Lumber Company Ltd. will receive $132,000 incentive to assist in the construction of a new sawmill which will create an estimated 21 new jobs. The incentive is based on a rate of 11 per cent of the approved capital costs estimated at $700,000 plus $2,350 for each job created. The incentive is available under the authority of the Government Organization Act 1969, under which the Pembroke, Renfrew and Arnprior special area, where Waba is located, was designated.

For assistance with research, contact olewis@sympatico.ca.

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DANCE WAS BEST OF SEASON: One of the best informal dances of the season took place in Frood’s Hall on Wednesday evening. The hall was tastefully decorated with flags and bunting and palms further enhanced the scene. About 25 couples enjoyed a good program which Moreau’s Orchestra made still more pleasant by their generous encores. Refreshments were served by several of the young gentlemen and this also was a feature appreciated by everybody.

MILLINERY OPENING AT MACKAY STORE: The millinery opening at Mackay Bros. store this week was a note worthy event. The first day of this spring opening was on Thursday and large numbers of ladies gathered to view the elegant displays. The large number of select and modish millinery styles shown caused much favourable comment. The store was attractively decorated for the occasion, and an artistic millinery window was one of the features of the opening.

HOUSE WANTED

NO agents please.

Call 613-433-9918 after 6 p.m.

Local Home Inspector becomes Member of the Certified PreOwned Homes Inspector Network Gordon M. Gerrie of Certified Pre-Owned Homes Canada Inc. is pleased to announce that Ron Dunbar of Dunbar Home Inspections was recently accepted into the Certified Pre-Owned Homes Inspector Network in Canada. As such, Ron will be able to offer the program to home sellers, thereby enhancing the sale of the property.

Modeled after the Certified Pre-Owned Automobile programs that have become very popular with auto buyers, the program is designed to have a Prelisting Inspection on the property by a qualified Inspector who is a member of the of Certified Pre-Owned Homes Inspector Network, any deficiencies identified by the Inspector corrected and a Home Warranty is placed on the property for one year from closing for the benefit of the Buyer. The Home Warranty covers the structure, roof, heating and air conditioning systems, electrical, plumbing, ductwork as well as such components as central vacuum systems, door bells, garage door openers as well as appliances that remain with the house including refrigerator, stove, built-in ovens, microwaves and dishwashers.

Dunbar sees this as a major benefit to sellers and buyers because it will bring peace of mind to the seller and the buyer. The buyer will rest easy that their new home has been thoroughly inspected, any deficiencies corrected and the home carries a warranty for the first year of ownership which can be renewed.

Sellers and REALTORS® may contact Ron at 613-432-4390 459840

Valley Wide Real Estate Brokerage Lisa Dunbar, Sales Rep. (cell) 613-633-0062

73 Plaunt Street, Renfrew 613-433-3626

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2003 builT bungalow with walkout basement on the Ottawa River. 2 bedrooms, 2 bath, excellent barn on 22 acres, with the possibility to purchase more land, Good access, move in condition.

50 Acre Hobby Farm Approx. 3000 square feet of living space, 2 double car garages, Spacious family room Detached In-law suite Above ground pool Fenced yard & paddocks

$199,500 MLS® No. 8473750 460584

OFFICE/WAREHOUSE 2030B HIGHWAY 132 • Beautiful stone exterior with interlocking driveway.

• 6 acres with aerated pond.

• attached double garage, large workshop plus RV garage.

• spacious interior with many features and updates.

• MLS#785231. Call Lisa for complete details.

PICTURE YOURSELF SITTING ON THIS DECK ENJOYING THE VIEW OF THE OTTAWA RIVER! With 5 bedrooms 3 bathrooms, hardwood floors throughout, appliances included and a insulated heated 2 car garage as an extra bonus. All this for $345,000. Call Teri to view. 613-433-6994.

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Two years ago the Ontario government announced the Green Energy Act and said that if folks put a solar system on their property to make electricity, property owners could sell it for 80.2 cents per kilowatt hour.

It sounded wacky to me.

How could folks pay six to seven cents per kilowatt hour for electricity used and be paid 80 cents for making solar electricity? Sure! Last July the price was slashed to 52 cents.

I counted 20 alternative energy dealers with exhibits at the 2010 Ottawa Valley

MAYNARD VAN DER GALIEN RURAL ROUTES Farm Show in Ottawa. Solar was the main interest.

Talk about getting in on the action.

But the biggest surprise was to come yet. The socalled MicroFIT program has attracted about 25,000 applications from Ontarians with another 50 to 80 applications arriving each workday, according to the Ontario Power Authority.

The program allows small scale (under 10kv systems) renewable energy projects to provide power to Ontar-

io’s energy grid at a guaranteed premium for 20 years.

By February of this year, 3,700 projects have been connected to the grid, another 2,500 are next in line and 13,800 have been offered a conditional deal but now must see if there is capacity to hook up.

As many as 2,000 project owners with conditional offers have been told they may not be able to connect onto the grid for some time.

I know of two dairy farmers in Grenville County who have been told they won’t be able to hook up to the grid because upgrades have to be made to the transmission lines.

Many of the project owners borrowed money and were hoping to make a profit selling energy after the loan and interest is paid off.

It takes nine years to pay off an $85,000 loan. Most projects cost $85,000 to $100,000.

The farmer I spoke with said the Ontario Power Authority (OPA) initially thought most applications would be from urbanized areas for roof-mounted systems.

But it turned out that large numbers of farmers and other rural landowners with retirement income on their mind jumped in.

The cost of the grid improvements, ordered by On-

that solar panels would be good for 20 years.

How can they be sure? You know when you buy roof singles they are supposed to last 20 or 25 years. But put them on your house and you’ll have a roofer re-single them well before that.

I’m glad I didn’t take out an application.

SPRING DINNER Calabogie United Church Saturday, April 16th, 2011 Ham & Turkey, and all the trimmings Salads and Home made pies Adults - $12 Children 6 to 12 - $5.00 Children under 6 - Free

SHOP OPEN TUESDAYS - SATURDAYS 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

GRAND OPENING

tario Minister of Energy Brad Duguid will be huge – probably running into the hundreds of millions of dollars.

It’s an expenditure that you can bet on will eventually be added on our electricity rates.

What I can’t understand is why 25,000 people (applicants) believed the sales pitch

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ALL CANDIDATES NIGHT

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Thursday, April 14, 2011 7:30 p.m.

COBDEN AGRICULTURAL HALL Sponsored by Renfrew County Federation of Agriculture 458252

BYOB – BRING YOUR OWN BLOWDRYER

MORGAN LEPACK, STYLIST KRISTY DICK, STYLIST JAIME NOLAN, STYLIST TIA (RUSSELL) BARNES, OWNER/SYLIST SHELAYNE RUSSELL, ASSISTANT

We will show you how to style your hair with a professional look. We will be here to answer any of your hairstyling questions – free consultations.

Join us on April 16th, from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. for our Wine & Cheese event

TOWNSHIP OF WHITEWATER REGION SUMMER STUDENT POSITIONS The Township of Whitewater Region is accepting applications for the summer student positions listed below:

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Swimming Instructor – Cobden Beach Program Swimming Instructor Assistant – Cobden

Signature Styles by Tia & Co. are pleased to introduce the new team.

Make your appointment today with any of our 4 professional hairstylists, who are continuously upgrading their skills to meet your needs with all the latest and greatest techniques.

Labourers

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Further information about these summer student employment opportunities is available on the Township’s website located at www.whitewaterregion.ca under “News & Events” or by contacting the Municipal Office at (613) 646-2282. Applications will be received until May 2nd, 2011.

Please note that positions may be dependent on funding approval. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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Beautiful Greens, Great Golfing

Tee up at any one of these challenging golf courses for a season of fun.

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Welcome to the 2011 Golf Season

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AT MOUNTAIN CREEK TRIAL MEMBERSHIP OPENING DAY - May 19 $100 JUNIOR GOLF CAMP - May 7, 14, 28 - 6pm

Welcome to the New Arnprior Golf Club at Sand Point

Ages 5-13 $50 includes Meals

Opening Green Fee Special $20

2nd Membership for only $500 *call for details 5 Day Twilight Membership now available $600

Golf & Cart $35

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To make it even easier, ask for our Slinger to spread the material for you.

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SCOOTER SPECIAL 25% Off Select Models Buy/sell Stair lifts, Porch lifts, Scooters, Bath lifts, Hospital beds etc. Call SILVER CROSS 613-2313549

2 PIECE SECTIONAL sofa brown, 1 wing SUMMER TIRES WITH chair, 27” Sanyo t.v. black rims - 80% good 15” 215/60/R15 $700 613-432-8258 $350 - obo.

27 Speed specialized FREE CATALOGUE 1- hard rock bike, hardly 800-353-7864 HALF- used, front MZ shock ORD’S-butcher equip- tires 26x22 $400 obo. ment and supplies, Pool table & air hockey leather, beads, craft combo 3’x6’ $150 kits, animal control obo. Call 613-432equipment + trapping 6608 supplies. Order from our new web store and WHITE CEDAR LUMget free shipping until BER, Decking, fencing, August 31, 2011. all dimensions, rough www.halfordsmailor or dressed. Timbers der.com and V-joints also available. Call Tom at HOT TUB (Spa) Cov- McCann’s Forest Proders. Best Price, Best ucts 613-628-6199 or Quality. All Shapes & 613-633-3911 Colours Available. Call 1 - 8 6 6 - 6 5 2 - 6 8 37 ARTICLES www.thecoverguy.ca WANTED

BEDS, SOFA BEDS, BEDROOM SUITES, DINING ROOM SUITES, SOFAS, RECLINERS, BAR STOOLS, HEADBOARDS, COMFORTERS

MATTRESS FACTORY & FURNITURE OUTLET 312 Raglan St. S., Renfrew BESIDE FINNIGAN’S

432-8826

Want the look of ceramic but want warmth, ask us about New Nafco Luxury Tiles on sale now.

Care about being Green but still want carpet, check out New Tyresse Carpet. Also has lifetime stain warranty.

COMMERCIAL CARPET

OLD ANTIQUE FURNITURE, Old advertising coca-cola, Mountain Dew, old gas and oil items, toys, decoys, old postcards, old Beatles items, old Halloween and Christmas items Call Sheryl MacKenzie at 613-432-4909 WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE scrap cars. Will pay $50 - $100, depending on types.

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QUALITY EASTERN WHITE CEDAR LUMBER, decking and fencing. CEDAR TREES for hedging, nursery stock, installation and delivery available, Pricing call 613-628-5232 or visit www.warrencedarproducts.com

HOUSES FOR RENT

2 BEDROOM Town DOWN house with large storPAYMENT age room, recently BLUES? renovated, fridge, stove, parking spot be- Let’s Talk, O.A.C., hind townhouse, 2 mins Use your labour from downtown Ren- save up to $10,000.

HUNTING frew, quiet neighbor- www.krisimconstruchood, $650 plus tion.com 613-720-9228 HUNTER SAFETY CA- utilities, first & last NADIAN FIREARMS month rent, phone 613COURSE at Arnprior 433-8284 or 613-757- HOUSE FOR RENT Renfrew ON. 3 bedMay, 27, 28, 29th. 1576 room, gas heat, central Wenda Cochran 613air, appliances, spa256-2409 cious 3 floors. No pets, HUNTER SAFETY Ca- 3 BEDROOM House no smoking. Available nadian Firearms on Dominion St. No ap- immediately.

Phone Course. Courses and pliances, gas heat. 613-432-5954. Referexams held throughout $900/month without ences required the year. Free course if pets. Plus all utilities. you organize a group, First, last and referenc- NEW 3 BEDROOM exams available. Wen- es required. 613-433- Garden home, 11/2 bath, 4 appliances inda Cochran, 613-256- 3053 cluded, references re2409. quired, please call after 3-BEDROOM 2 storey 5p.m. 613-633-8756 HOUSES townhouse for rent, FOR SALE available June 1st.

APARTMENTS $765 per month plus FOR RENT 3 BEDROOM BUNGA- utilities. High efficient LOW backing onto ra- furnace, parking. Call 1 BEDROOM APT vine, corner lot 613-432-0789 or 613- suitable for quiet work50’x207’, 59 Wilson 432-4868 after hours ing person, no pets, St. $189,000 private, 432-7194 416-239-0428 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, BUNGALOW, 1 BEDROOM APT utilities inclusive, $595 3 BEDROOM BUNGA- main level with 1 car per month, 613-432LOW, newly renovat- garage in Renfrew on 0827 ed, beautiful view, 613- the Bonnechere River: 3 bedroom, 11/2 bath, 1 BEDROOM HOUSE 432-8969 open concept living apt for rent in Cobden room, kitchen, sunroom. with backyard, utilities, 3 BEDROOM HOUSE, Hardwood floors high speed internet ingarage, +1 bedroom throughout.

Fridge, apt., close to shopping, stove, washer, dryer, cluded, $650/month, great for singles or first microwave. All inclu- first/last required, no time homebuyers. Live sive heat, hydro, water, smoking, no pets, conin one & rent out other, central air. Asking tact 1-613-570-1477 pays mortgage. 613- $1400. Call 613-635- 1 BEDROOM, MAY 623-5847 3531 or 613-628- 1st, quiet area, mature 6516 person, includes stove, fridge, a/c heat, hot & cold water, non-smoker, no pets, pay hydro, HOUSES FOR SALE $550/month, 613432-2140

FIREWOOD BY THE TANDEM LOAD CLEAN Random Length Hardwood For Sale 613-649-2544 Quick Delivery

Move in to Your Dream Home Before Spring!!

HORSE SUPPLIES & BOARDING

HORSE, TACK, EQUIP. CONSIGNMENT Sale, Galetta Livestock, 1/2hr West-Kanata.

10mins East Arnprior.

Saturday April 23rd.

Tack 10am. Equip Noon, Horses 2pm.

Consign Early, Gail 613-622-1295 PETS

GOLDEN DOODLE & Labradoodle pups ready to go, Shawville $450, vet checked, first needles and dewormed 613-223-5015

HOUSES FOR RENT

FOR SALE 1985 Chevrolet Caprice Classic 4d sedan phone 613432-9186

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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QUEEN SIZE SEARS Orthopedic Chiropractic sleep set, beautiful bed The reason I’m letting it go is, I have to change to a lower profile bed, due to medical reasons.

Mattress, box spring, frame, scrolled white head & end boards, firm with Euro top. 3 years old with 10 year warranty, have receipts, $600, 613-4321490

CARS FOR SALE

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

LARGE, NEWLY RENOVATED, 3 bedroom apt, centrally located, $800 per month plus heat & hydro, available May1st. 613432-2921 LOOKING FOR AN APARTMENT, call your most reliable Landlord in Renfrew. Wilson Invests, 613-432-8417.

Affordable, clean, quiet, secure, buildings, 24 hour service. We are located at No. 2, 850 O’Brien Road, closed at Noon on Friday, evenings and weekends by appointment only!!

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

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APARTMENTS FOR RENT

ONE BEDROOM apt, bright, walking distance to all amenities, first floor, no pets. Ideal for mature adult or senior. $565 plus hydro. 613791-4272

HEALTH & HOMECARE

HELP WANTED

DOWNTOWN RENFREW IS looking for Buskers for July 23, 2011, Rock’N Roll’N Festival. For more information or to register call the BIA office at (613)432-7015

DUMP TRUCK DRIVER needed. Heavy Equipment operation an asset. Clean abstract. AZ an asset. Call 613-2234428 or 613-4325566

YOGA WITH MARY to start Tues. April 19th.

Class schedule in Mar. 31st & Apr.14th Renfrew Mercury. Call 613-432-4047 to reg- FULL TIME POSITION ister. for Hair stylist and or Esthetician at a very busy salon. Please send LOST & FOUND resume to box “H” care of the Renfrew Mercury, 35 Opeongo Rd, Renfrew On, K7V 2T2 FOUND SINGLE HOUSE Key in the Pine St. and Raglan St area. FULL-TIME LICENSED required, Can be claimed at The Mechanic Renfrew Mercury Of- send resume to Cobden Auto Supply, 100 fice 35 Opeongo Rd, Renfrew Monday to Fri- Main St. Box 179, Cobden On, K0J1K0 day 9am - 5pm

HELP WANTED

GOA PAVING requires an AZ driver and general labourer.

Call 1-888-433-9222 HOMEWORKERS NEEDED!!! Full & Part Time Positions Are Available - Will Train .

On-Line Data Entry, Typing Work, E-mail Reading, PC/Clerical Work, Homemailers, Assembling Products.

HURRY, SPOTS GO FAST! - www.Ontario JobsAtHome.com JOIN OUR Harvesting, or field supervising team at Cedar Hill Berry Farm in Pakenham.

This is a great summer job for teens and adults. Minimum age 14. Call Ria at 613256-2014 PAID IN ADVANCE! Make $1000 Weekly Mailing Brochures from home. 100% Legit! Income is guaranteed!

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Rates starting as low as $89/night

BURNSTOWN BEAUTIFUL BACHELOR loft with laundry, deck $625. Also stunning 1 bedroom, large cobblestone covered patio overlooking stream $725.

Both are suitable for single nonsmoking, pet-free tenant and include utilities & internet.

613-4339990 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. 432-5741

On your next Florida Vacation do not be satisfied with a hotel room when you can rent your own private Vacation home!

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OTTAWA’S Largest Lawn and Property Maintenance Company pays $120-$360 DAILY for outdoor Spring/Summer work.

Hiring honest, competitive, and energetic individuals to fill our various 2011 positions.

Apply online @ www.Spring MastersJobs.com PART-TIME MERCHANDISER Powerhouse Retail Services has an opening for a merchandiser to service our clients in Renfrew, ON for part-time weekday hours between 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Excellent opportunity for additional work for an existing rep or anyone working part-time. Retail/merchandising experience preferred.

Must provide own transportation & internet. Email: sukhi@power h o u s e p ro m o . o n . c a Fax: 1-866-847-0068

Physiotherapy Assistants and Kinesiologists Needed immediately for work in Renfrew. Excellent Remuneration. Rewarding Work. Email resume: Sandeep.Kulkar ni@Active Health.ca Fax: (613) 5996139 PINE LODGE, Bristol, QC is looking for fulltime cooks and servers.

Call 819-647-2805.

Email: info@pine-lodge.ca Star Fleet Trucking HIRING! DRIVERS, FARMERS, RANCHERS & RETIREES needed with 3/4 Ton or 1-ton pickup trucks to deliver new travel trailers fifth wheels from US manufacturers to dealers throughout Canada.

Free IRP plate for your truck and low insurance rates! Pref. commercial Lic. or 3 yrs towing exp. Top pay! Call Craig 1-877-890-4523 www.starfleettruck ing.com MUSIC, DANCE INSTRUCTIONS

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

GENERAL HELP

CARRIERS NEEDED

The Corporation of the Town of Renfrew Requires a

REGISTERED NURSE Permanent Part-time & Casual ER Positions

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FULL TIME PROBATIONARY FIREFIGHTER The Town of Renfrew Fire Department is seeking to fill a position within the established full time compliment of the department.

The successful candidate must be in excellent physical condition, have good verbal and written communication skills, and pass the oral, written, and physical fitness examinations. The candidate shall have a minimum grade 12 education and possess or be able to obtain a class DZ driver’s licence. Post secondary education in fire sciences or related work experience will be considered an asset. The successful candidate must be willing to maintain residency within a tenminute response time of the fire hall and must have a clean criminal record background check.

Candidates shall submit a personal resume with a hand written cover letter stating their educational qualifications, work experience and any other information deemed relevant.

The completed application or resume is to be mailed to the address listed below or dropped off at the fire hall in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Application for Firefighter”.

Applications will be received until 12 noon on April 15, 2011.

Renfrew Fire Department J.J. Guy Longtin, Fire Chief 127 Raglan St., S., Renfrew, Ontario K7V 1P8 CL24016

GENERAL HELP

RENFREW various routes Seeking reliable people to deliver the Renfrew Mercury every Thursday

Contact Chris Paveley

613-432-3655 ext 31 Toll Free 1-800-884-9195 chris.paveley@metroland.com CL21800

Our overall vision is to be recognized for exemplary care; making your health our priority.

The mission for the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital Corporation is to provide emergency, acute care and long-term care health services to the residents of Arnprior and surrounding communities.

If you enjoy diversity of nursing practice and want to work in a respectful and supportive team environment, come join the health care community that offers this and so much more. You will experience high quality professional practice in our progressive, well-equipped 44 bed Hospital.

The Arnprior & District Memorial Hospital Corporation (ADMH) is currently seeking one permanent part-time and various casual Registered Nurses in the Emergency Department.

Applicants must be a Registered Nurse with current CNO registration. You must have current certification in ACLS and TNCC. Emergency Nursing Certificate and/or Canadian Emergency Certification are preferred as well as current ENPC or PALS required (or willing to obtain).

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resumes to:

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NEEDED NOW-AZ DRIVERS & OWNER OPS-. We seek professional safety-minded drivers to join a leading int’l carrier with financial stability; competitive pay and benefits; great lanes; quality freight; on dry vans only. Brand new trucks available. Lease program Available. Call Celadon Canada, Kitchener. 1-800-3320518 www.celado ncanada.com

GENERAL HELP

Michelle Lewis, Director of Human Resources Arnprior & District Memorial Hospital E-mail: mlewis@arnpriorhospital.com Fax: (613) 623-4844

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HIRING STUDENTS FOR 2011 PEAK SEASON Do you want more than “just another summer job?”

How about an exciting summer spent working in and around our lovely vacation resort located on beautiful White Lake?

Many positions available for the summer…

Lifeguards (Lifesaving Certified) Restaurant Servers (Smart Serve Certified) Marina Staff (Safe Boating License) Grocery store clerk Maintenance Staff Prep cook House Keeping Recreation Department

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Hiring begins in April & May We offer a positive working experience, competitive wages, unique learning opportunities, and friendships that will last forever.

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HELP WANTED

INCOME TAX

York Tax Services Personal Service Coordination des services is currently hiring ASSESSORS / SERVICE NAVIGATORS for the DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES ONTARIO EASTERN REGION (DSOER) department. Service Coordination des services (SCS) will become the future agency involved in centralizing access to adult developmental services for the DSOER on July 1, 2011. We are seeking to ďŹ ll positions for the Assessor / Service Navigator positions which will be situated in the following districts: Prescott-Russell, Renfrew, Stormont-Dundas-Glengarry and Ottawa. Please review our full job posting on our website at http://www.scsottawa.on.ca in the job opportunities section. QualiďŹ ed candidates may submit their resumes, along with a cover letter quoting Competition Number 2011-05 no later than Thursday, April 28, 2011.

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Service Coordination des services is currently hiring a DIRECTOR, DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES ONTARIO EASTERN REGION (DSOER). Service Coordination des services (SCS) will become the future agency involved in centralizing access to adult developmental services for the DSOER on July 1, 2011. We are seeking an experienced Director to join our team today. Please review our full job posting on our website at http://www. scsottawa.on.ca in the job opportunities section. QualiďŹ ed candidates may submit their resumes, along with a cover letter quoting Competition Number 2011-02 no later than Monday, May 2, 2011.

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Want to earn a competitive summer salary, stay in shape and enjoy the fresh air?

Do you like working with the public?

Join our 6th generation family farm team and enjoy the beneďŹ ts gained from the production of locally-grown fruits and vegetables.

Our family-run business is seeking College/University students or others looking for seasonal work, who are energetic, highly-motivated and selfdirected to help with food production as well as manage one of our many farm market stands in local communities.

WELDING made fast and easy. Saturday classes, hands on experience/learn cutting techniques/ arc welding, and M.I.G., T.I.G. Course available.

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DAYCARE SPACES Licensed childcare spaces. Re-entering the workforce and want peace of mind, knowing your children are cared for in a high quality, nurturing, stimulating environment?

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ARNPRIOR FARMERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MARKET on Elgin Street West invites farmers, gardeners, artists, crafters and home cooking vendors to participate in markets to be held Saturdays, 8am to 1pm from May 28-Oct. 8. A seasonal fee has been introduced.

Occasional vendors also welcome. For further information contact the market convener: 613-6220611 or jim@antiquesetc.ca

DACA ANNUAL GENERAL Meeting and Pick-up/delivery Election of New Board an Directors, is on April available 12th at 7p.m. A special motion will be brought Marilyn York, PFPC forward pertaining to DACA possibly enter432-5237 ing into a 20 year Solar Energy contract with Member: CFTC LAWN & COIN AND the Ontario GovernGARDEN STAMP SALE ment. Your participa(Canadian New location the tion would be appreRA CENTER - 2451 Federation of Tax MOSSEAUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PROPER- ciated.

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SAVE UP TO $800 on a new high efficiency furnace and air conditioning bundle from Direct Energy. Call 1-866-917-8630 before April 30th. Terms GEORGEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BARBER apply SHOP 47 McGarry Ave. Phone 613-4329335 PUBLIC NOTICE

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Answers to all your questions!

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GARDENS, PONDS and Waterfalls. Custom design and installation.

Maintenance (one-time or on-going).

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The family of the late Evelyn Daber would like to sincerely thank all their friends, relatives and neighbours for their expressions of sympathy, flowers, donations and presence during visitations and the service at St. James Lutheran Church. The family would also like to thank Drs. Johnson, Lavigne, Radke, and Dipaolo for their excellent treatment; the nurses and staff at Renfrew Victoria Hospital, Groves Park Lodge and the McCluskey Center for the excellent comfort and care provided to Evelyn.

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REID, SHIRLEY (nee STORIE) With deep gratitude I would like to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers in the recent passing of my Mother, Shirley (nee Storie) Reid. Thank you to Caressant Care Nursing Home of Cobden for the friendly and professional care given to Mom these past four years. Thank you to the folks of McPhail and Perkins Funeral Home in Renfrew who made a difficult time less trying, to the United Church Women’s group of Trinity St. Andrews for the luncheon served, and to Reverend Barry Goodwin for his comforting words. Thank you to all my friends and family for your comfort and support. And especially thank you to my cousin, Barbara Phillips, for her continued support and dedication to the well being of Mom over these past years. Your thoughtfulness will not be forgotten.

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DEATHS

MICHAEL FOSTER “MIKEY” DEC 1982 - APR 2007

WILLIAM K. McGREGOR Aug. 6, 1935 - Apr. 8, 2007 Beloved father and grandfather

We think of you in silence We often speak your name But all we have are memories And your picture in a frame Your resting place we visit And put flowers on your grave But no one knows the heartache As we turn and leave you there Love Cathy, Dave, Josh & Justin

WILLIAM K. McGREGOR Aug. 6, 1935 - Apr. 8, 2007 Beloved husband and father

He has gone across the river To the shore of evergreen And we long to see his face again But the river flows between Someday sometime we shall see The face we loved so well Someday we’ll clasp his hand And never say farewell Love Erma & family

I miss the people I met every day I took my walk on main street I liked to help the elderly and neighbours I miss the guys I played pool with And I miss the guys I went hunting and fishing with I miss all my cousins, aunts and uncles I also miss my mother and brothers Because I went too soon, I never did get to say .....

GOOD-BYE Sadly missed by Mom and brothers, Jimmy and Nick In loving memory of my parents Abbie & Isabell Nichols and my son in law Karl Fick Winter thaws Spring arrives Bud’s are blooming Birds are singing.

God reminds us, Life’s a gift.

And those who are gone Are sadly missed

DEATHS

Petrovic, Vera

Comba, Peter Carl 1949 – 2011

Peacefully at Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Wednesday March 30, 2011 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of Peter Petrovic. Dear Mom of Vera Petrovic of Collingwood and Paula Petrovic of Sedona, Arizona.

Predeceased by son Peter.

Visitation was held at the Goulet Funeral Home, 310 Argyle St S, Renfrew on Thursday March 31st from 7-9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Church, Renfrew on Saturday, April 2nd at 11:00 am. Spring interment Parish Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association Phenix Professional Building 595 Montreal Road, Suite 303 Ottawa ON K1K 4L2.

Online condolences/donations may be made at www.gouletfuneralhome.com

Loving you forever Irene

Call The Renfrew Mercury Peacefully on March 24, 2011 at Hospice Renfrew, at the age of 62 years, having suffered from leukemia for the past year and a half. Peter was the son of Carl and Belle Comba. His sister Margaret predeceased him. He leaves a brother Victor Jamieson and two sisters June Fitchett (Duane) and Irene Willonghby (Peter). He is also sadly missed by cousins, nieces and nephews and long-time friends.

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BENNETT, Charles (Chicky) (Charlie)

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In loving memory of our beloved father and grandfather who passed away April 5, 2005.

June 03, 1929 April 05, 2007 In loving memory of my husband Frank who passed away four years ago.

I have lost my souls companion A life linked with my own And day by day I miss him more As I walk through life alone I think of you in silence I often speak your name But all I have are memories And your picture in a frame Your resting place I visit And put flowers there with care But no one knows the heartache As I turn and leave you there.

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Loving and kind in all his ways.

Strong and determined to the end of his days, Handy-man and Entertainer to us all, Always happy to see those who came to call.

Wishing today as we wished before, That God could have spared you many years more, In our hearts your memory is kept.

To love, to cherish, and to never forget.

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BOWES JOHN W.

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Formerly of the Queensline, passed away peacefully in Caressant Care Nursing Home Cobden on Friday April 1, 2011 in his 98th year. John Bowes beloved husband of the late Vivian Bowes nee Prescott. Dear father of Paula (David Vaillancourt) and Danny Bowes. Also survived by granddaughter Kelsey and 1 sister Margaret (Dalton Mordy). Friends called at the Fraser-Morris & Heubner Funeral Home Cobden, Monday April 4, 2011 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm.

Service was in the Whitewater Wesleyan Community Church Tuesday at 11 am. Spring interment St. Augustines Anglican Cemetery Beachburg.

Donations to the Canadian Diabetic Assoc. or Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.

January 8, 1933 – April 3, 2011

Daphne passed away in Arnprior & District Hospital on Sunday, April 3, 2011 age 78 years. Beloved wife of the late Jack East. Loving mother of Daphne Smith (Dalton) of Renfrew, Bob East (Brenda) of Renfrew and Steve East of New Liskeard. Loved Grandmother of John (Carla), Chad (Tammy), Robbie, Michael (Marcy) and Jaclyn (Dominic) and Great Grandmother of Brody, Tayia, Cody and Shaylea and Great Great Grandmother of Decklan East. Following Daphne’s wishes there will be no visitation. Cremation.

A Graveside Service will be held at Rosebank Cemetery in the Spring. For those desiring donations to Hospice Renfrew would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of the Anderson Funeral Home, Renfrew.

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Any end in sight on Ottawa River Canadian heritage designation?

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A fact-finding report from Renfrew County director of development and property Paul Moreau reiterates what county councillors have been saying for the better part of three years.

Moreau concludes in a recent memo to county council that Canadian heritage designation for the Ottawa River does NOT affect existing laws and regulations vis-à-vis land use on the same river. The same designation, he emphasize, does nothing to expand or enhance the authority of a conservation authority.

In 2008, the federal environ-

Gallant Continued from Page 5 Some observers say the Conservatives could have prevented an election if they had agreed to NDP requests to increase seniors’ pensions by $300 million, eliminate the federal sales tax on home-heating fuel, take measures to significantly increase the number of rural doctors, and restore the home eco-energy retrofit program.

Gallant wouldn’t say who her main competition is in the race, opting to push to get the vote out.

mental and Ontario natural resources ministers proclaimed support for the designation of the Ottawa River as a Canadian heritage river. But the final signoff by Environment Minister John Baird never happened and lobbying continues with the current environment minister, Peter Kent, to bring the issue back for approval.

As indicated in a May 16, 2008 news release from the Government of Canada, “The Canadian Heritage Rivers System is a joint federal-provincial-territorial initiative that gives national recognition to Canadian rivers of extraordinary natural, cultural and recreational significance.”

Three years later, the river remains without the designation that many county councillors and business people believe would push local tourism to a higher level.

Others remain unconvinced, including Renfrew-NipissingPembroke Conservative MP Cheryl Gallant, who has been accused of partisan politics and fear mongering, given the original idea was spearheaded by former local Liberal MP Len Hopkins.

Independent candidate for the riding, Hec Clouthier, points out that members of the local area’s Ottawa River heritage committee featured members of politi-

“Complacency is the real competition,” she said. “That fact that people are tired of having elections all the time, but every vote counts.”

Gallant continues to talk about a “coalition” of opposition parties versus her party’s desire for a majority as the only outcomes to prevent another election in the near future. The Liberals, NDP and Bloc agreed to form a coalition back in 2008, but it fell void when Prime Minister Harper pulled the plug and forced an election. Despite Liberal leader Michael Ignatieff

cal stripes who just wanted to see recognition for the river and a chance to attract more tourists.

It doesn’t appear that’s going to happen any time soon, especially if the Conservatives and Gallant remain in power.

Members of county council have practically thrown up their arms in frustration, wondering what the resistance is all about But they will press on, as Arnprior Reeve Walter Stack suggested they do, during the March 30 session of county council.

His council has passed a resolution upholding support of the river’s heritage designation.

He said this was important

saying the party with the most MPs will form the next government, Gallant charged the opposition would try to topple a minority Conservative government in 2012 or beyond.

Asked about Harper’s plans for a coalition with the NDP when the Conservatives were in opposition in 2004, documented in a letter to the Governor General, Gallant said, “I don’t recall any remarks Mr. Harper did in the past.”

The Arnprior campaign office is located at 107 John St. The Renfrew Office is at 334 Raglan St.

since the council elected last October included five new members, and therefore it was possible they would have a different perspective on the river’s heritage designation.

Arnprior recently supported the designation, as did Whitewater Region, by a 4-2 vote.

Because of the changing face of many councils in the last election, Stack suggested all Renfrew County municipalities vote again to support or reject Canadian heritage designation of the Ottawa River.

Previous to this term, all 17 municipalities on Renfrew County council supported the designation.

Horton delays ‘designation’ vote Horton is delaying a decision on whether to support the Canadian Heritage Rivers System designation of the Ottawa River.

Mayor Don Eady and Coun.

Bob Kingsbury are satisfied with the support council gave for the designation during the last term of council.

But new Coun. Margaret Whyte says “there are rumblings out there.” Eady acknowledged that, but said he

has “absolutely no concerns” about the designation by the non-regulatory body. “The word heritage scares people, but the word heritage in this case really holds no weight” other than prestige for the waterway itself, said Eady.

Council voted 5-0 Tuesday to “possibly” bring a motion for heritage designation to its May 3 meeting, Residents are invited to provide feedback on the issue before then.

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APRIL 9 • Right Relationship with Aboriginal People Study Group is again hosting a workshop by members of the Algonquin Way Cultural Centre, Pikwakanagan, Golden Lake on more of their cultural teachings, Stewart Hall, Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church, Renfrew, 1 to 4 p.m. Everyone welcome. Please register by April 4, cost is $12; children $8 at the door. To register call Beulah Wright 432-3295.

• Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Braeside, presents Our Big Greek fundraiser at 12:30 p.m. Cost is $15 per person.

• Zion United Church trivia night at the Douglas Tavern, 8 p.m. $60 per team, maximum six players per team. Everybody welcome. For information call Beth at 613-649-2468 or Nancy 613-649-2346.

• Concert at Festival Hall in Pembroke called An Evening with Supertramp and Santana from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Two local bands are featured: Daybreak of Renfrew covering Santana, and Tramp from Pembroke covering Supertramp. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Advanced tickets available at the Festival Hal box office, 613-735-2613.

• Come and join the open house fun at Kids Corp’s new location in the Renfrew Armouries (upstairs in the back) from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. We will be hosting some child-centred activities and demonstrations. Families, caregivers and all are welcome to experience our communitycentred service. Refreshments provided.

• Renfrew Tea Room celebrates fourth birthday with customer appreciation day, 9 to 11 a.m. enjoy stuffed french toast with tea or coffee. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. fancy sandwiches, sandwiches and squares with tea or coffee. Freewill offering for Seniors Home Support, 613-432-7970.

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 • Shantyman’s Ice breakup Supper and Dance at the Eganville Legion from 2 to 5 p.m. Dance with Buck 50. Supper, baked beans, ham and beef stew with johnny cake, ice cream and maple syrup for dessert from 5 to 7 p.m. Cost $12. Contact Shelley 613-628-2430.

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• DACA annual general meeting and election of board and directors at 7 p.m. A special motion will be brought forward pertaining to DACA possibly entering into a 20-year solar energy contract with the Ontario government. Your participation would be appreciated.

• Free Aboriginal Business Day workshop hosted by Enterprise Renfrew County at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 353 in Eganville. Registration and continental breakfast 8:30 to 9 a.m., workshop 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Registration is required, lunch is included. Confirm your participation, Contact Kim Fraser at Enterprise Renfrew County: 613-735-8224 or register online at www.enterpriserenfrewcounty.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 16 • Calling all Djembes IV. The amazing Catherine Veilleux at Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church. Intermediate workshop 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; beginners workshop 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Workshops $40 each or $75 for both. To register, contact

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• Spring dinner at Calabogie United Church. Ham and turkey with all the trimmings, salads and homemade pies.

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FRIDAY, APRIL 15 • Harmony in Music, a musical concert at St. Andrew’s United Church, Beachburg at 7 p.m. Features Valley Harmonizers Barbershop Chorus and Silvertones Quartet, Shades of Sheen, church choir, sing-along. Freewill offering to accessibility/lift Fund. Refreshments.

• Our Watershed Our Future: The Art and The Science. A community forum, AGM and art exhibition hosted by the Bonnechere River Watershed Project at the Eagle’s Nest in the Eganville Arena.

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The ‘big’ birds are returning to the area

CRANES AND TURKEYS Hello Jim and Ila: I had a sighting of a pair of sandhill cranes this morning.

They flew over the farm from the direction of the landfill site in Admaston, heading towards the lower area of the Campbell Line.

About an hour later they reversed direction. I suspect they might have been checking out the few rows of standing corn left by Alex Briscoe and Van Lindenberg’s along the Campbell Line as snow fencing. We have about four or five dozen wild turkeys around the hill. They’re certainly impressive when they fly off the hill over our yard heading for one of the fields.

Ian Clelland P.S.: Ruth Campbell-Quast saw two sandhill cranes near Foy Road.

LANDSCAPE FOR THE BIRDS Dear Jim and Ila: We have been out on Dugald Road since 2006 and are now ready to do some landscaping. Would you please advise us as to what we can plant for the area that we are in. I am looking for shrubs and trees as well as any plants that will help feed the birds as it will help with the cost of feeding them and also hopefully attract more species. Cedar Wax Wings seem to like the area and I have yet to see any I’m hoping to attract them as well. Thanks again. Megan and Joan Morgan.

A good policy is to plant shrubs and trees that bare fruit of some kind: bayberry, blackberry, pin

JIM FERGUSON SCENE FROM THE HAWK’S EYE cherry, dogwood, elderberry, honeysuckle, mountain ash, and serviceberry are a few that grow in this area. Check with a local nursery for more varieties.

A MUDDY PROJECT Hi Jim and Ila: I have always wondered how the robins manage to get the inside of their nest smooth. A few years ago, we lost the war of the outside floodlight on our garage and the robins proceeded to build their nest. After the grass, they started putting wet mud into the nest. Then one of them fluffed up by shaking all over and hunkered down into the nest and began to vibrate. It stood up, turned, sat down again and vibrated then more mud and more vibrating. It was interesting behaviour to see.

The mystery was solved. Amazing!

Kindest regard, Terry Pierce Hi Terry: It should be noted that birds add dried grass to their nests as you mentioned and if the nests happen to be on top of an outside flood light it can cause a fire. Those light get hot.

Better to take the nest down than burn the house down.

JIM FERGUSON Why did the turtle cross the road especially in area where there is heavy traffic? Obviously to get to the other side but not so obvious is where her final destination is.

For millions of years female turtles have laid their eggs in one area and spent most of the year in another. When it’s time to lay her eggs she makes the trip. Unfortunately her route may cross a busy highway and the turtle always comes out second best in encounters with vehicles. Her nest site may be under a paved highway, parking lot or laneway. Difficult digging at the best of times. During her egglaying time she is in a state of complete concentration and is aware

tle have healthy populations. We can help by assisting any turtle to get across a busy roadway or helping hatch-

lings get to open water.

Do be careful handling large turtles their bite is definitely worse than their bark.

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KILLDEER Janet Eady called and the killdeer have returned to their property. Janet says they are a week late in arriving compared to other years.

As local farmers turn to cash crops and use less land for pasture or zero grazing, fewer acres are available for killdeer to nest.

If they should decide to build near or on your driveway, give them some protection. Place a few stakes around the nest to mark the spot.

of little else and a highway is just another obstacle to cross. As surveys have shown, some drivers will go out of their way to destroy a turtle. Although turtles live several years, the survival rate of the eggs and little turtles is very low. A female snapping turtle may live 60 years but she is a lucky turtle if any of her eggs hatch and the little ones survive their first year. Raccoons in particular destroy all the turtle eggs they can dig up. Skunks are not as destructive but do their share.

Wood turtle, spiny soft-shell turtle, map turtle, stink pot (musk turtles), Blanding’s turtle and spotted turtle are all under heavy pressure from loss of habitat only snapping turtle and painted tur-

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Hi Jim and Ila: We live on a bay of the Madawaska River and on Thursday, March 31, just shortly after lunch we sighted a Golden Eagle. I wouldn’t have been able to identify it by myself but a close friend of ours, John Forster, who is an experienced birder, happened to see it. We looked at it through the binoculars and we used our bird book to verify it. It sat high up in the highest dead tree overlooking the river bay. But later, around 4 p.m., our friend, John, saw a Bald Eagle sitting in the same tree. We used the binoculars and could see it very clearly. Wow, what an afternoon. I “think” I’ve seen a Bald Eagle before but was never really sure. But today, I can unequivocally say I’ve seen both a Golden Eagle and a Bald Eagle sitting on the same tree.

Thanks, Christine Johnson.

Christine: Some people have all the luck! Eagles are majestic birds and we are all glad that they are returning to the area in greater numbers.

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LATE ARRIVALS Kaitlyn Beimers saw a great blue heron on March 29. Kaitlyn is a Grade 7 student at RCIS. Everett Knox reported a mute swan on the Madawaska River near Calabogie. Linda and Mark Aitken saw a barred owl and have some wonderful pictures of the bird.

Please watch for any late arrivals.

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

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It is hoped that by familiarizing the public with these attractions, local residents are better able to inform visitors of what there is to do in the area.

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According to the latest data from Statistics Canada, most tourists to the region are people visiting their friends and family – who by default become tourism experts.

“They are the primary source of destination information, which is why meaningful growth in the tourism sector must begin with awareness among the local population,” Piltz adds.

The Tourism Starts with You campaign is scheduled to run until June 30, 2011.

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STEVE: 613-432-0312

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CLEANING SERVICES

SUPERclean Available immediately in the Eganville/Cobden/Renfrew/ Burnstown and surrounding areas.

• Experienced cleaner with criminal reference check and insurance. Will clean floors, appliances, windows, bathrooms, etc. to your specifications. Green/Environmentally friendly cleaning products available. All supplies provided unless requested otherwise. References available upon request.

• Spring/Fall Cleaning.

• Cottage cleanup for owners/renters before and after each use.

• Selling? Available to clean homes for realtor or private sale.

• Check and care for home while owners are out of town.

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LANDSCAPING

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The deadline to vote is April 26th 2011.

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OPENING

APRIL 16th - 17th SAT & SUN

discover this unique enclave of 27 beautiful two & three bedroom townhomes in ottawa’s established beacon hill neighbourhood.

Just minutes from downtown and the Rockcliffe Parkway and surrounded by every possible convenience, you’ll have everything you need to make living at Euphoria a joy.

BEACON HILL River Ridge is ideally located in the charismatic town of Arnprior.

This new community offers small town charm as well as the convenience of major urban centres within close proximity (only 20 mins. to Kanata and 40 mins. to downtown Ottawa). Talos will be building an enclave of single family homes featuring 2 storey and bungalow designs with several new models to choose from. Come check out what the gateway to the Ottawa Valley has to offer!

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VISIT OUR SALES CENTRE: 979 SHEFFORD ROAD, SAT & SUN: 12PM - 5PM (OR ANYTIME BY APPOINTMENT)

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