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Dancers at the Reid School of Highland Dance held a concert at the Renfrew recreation Centre before Christmas, a good warm-up for Robbie Burns celebrations this month.

Featured at the Christmas concert are, from left, front row, Tessa Budden, Maya Brohart and Kendel Richards; middle row, Bree Wilson, Adisson Budden, Emma Brydges, Olivia Reid, Sadie Wilson, Claire Richards and Marrin McCallion; and back row, Emily Livingstone, Elizabeth Kinslow, instructor Paula Campbell, Sydney Phillips and Grace Reid.

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News - Renfrew County is Conservative territory, with MP Cheryl Gallant and MPP John Yakabuski seemingly entrenched in the eyes of the electorate. But they weren’t part of the year’s biggest stories in Renfrew and area.

The election of Kathleen Wynne as the new premier and successor to Dalton McGuinty was hugely popular with Liberal supporters who en-

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joyed her visit to Cobden during the election campaign, then enjoyed her victory over front-running Sandra Pupatello in January.

That story was followed by Wynne’s post-election return to the county Aug. 6, as premier and agriculture minister, to host an agricultural roundtable and visit successful farming operations in the area.

The other decidedly Liberal story was a visit by federal Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau.

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He was in Renfrew as part of a tour across Canada to engage the public and garner more support for a party that’s unaccustomed to its third-party status behind the Conservatives and NDP. As he said in a one-on-one interview with The Mercury, prior to being swamped by supporters during a public gathering at the Renfrew Royal Canadian Legion, “There’s no glamour in it. It’s just rolling up my sleeves and getting to meet as many people as possible in as many parts of the country as I can.”

Wearing a white shirt open at the collar and a pair of belted jeans, the 41-year-old son of former prime minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau, also said, “Ultimately, that’s what I’m hinging an awful lot of my political approach on, that I will continue to be thoughtful and hopeful and principled, and base things around hope and hard work and trust that Canadians will respond to.”

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Another newsmaker was Kathryn Jones, who hit the jackpot.

The 55-year-old Hamilton, Ont., engineer, who grew up in Renfrew, wins the Lotto Max draw and $50 million despite losing her ticket a year earlier.

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card statements and checking video surveillance that shows her buying her $16 ticket.

Jones, who turned out to have the winning jackpot numbers from the Nov. 30, 2012 Lotto Max draw, was informed of her financial victory a year later.

OLG president Rod Phillips called the case “one of the most unique in OLG’s history.”

INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOL DECISIONS

Other big stories in Renfrew and area included Renfrew council’s handling of pool-related issues, namely efforts to see if the town would pursue the construction of an indoor pool and second ice pad.

The public consultation process began in late 2012 and continued into January, when council decided the lack of government funding and high operating costs for the pool made the potential $16 million project a no-go.

Council followed that up with quick efforts to approve an outdoor pool for closer to $1.5 million. But the lack of bids on the project (only one submitted request for proposal) and strong public resistance had council reversing its early interest in the outdoor pool. In the end, council unanimously rejected plans for that project.

Meanwhile, public dreams for an indoor pool continue, as they have for about 50 years.

Other newsmakers in 2013 included Darrell Mooney, who was named the citizen of the year at the Renfrew and Area Chamber of Commerce community service awards gala; and the public and area businesses for their enormous support, in raising more than

$60,000 at both the Hike for Hospice in May (for Hospice Renfrew) and the Sunshine Coach Telethon in October (for Sunshine Coach transportation of seniors and other challenged residents).

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Another newsmaker was the auction of all the chattels at Storyland. All but one piece of equipment was sold. Several people looked on while remembering fondly visits to the children’s theme park for years, until its closing in 2011.

The high purchase was $4,100 for the Humpty Dumpty character to a Constance Bay resident. The auction ushers strong emotions from local resident John Berkhout, who owned Storyland from 1975 to 2008.

Many other stories attracted attention in 2013 for a wide variety of reasons. Some were funny; some were wrapped in community spirit; some were downright bizarre (like the birth of a child in the Renfrew Victoria Hospital parking lot); some reminded us how talented area residents are.

For several of those stories, see the compilation that follows.

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Kathleen Wynne fields questions in Cobden on the campaign trail before winning the Ontario Liberal Party leadership race in January.

• There’s a bad taste in the mouths of local educators when Ontario Education Minister Laurel Broten imposes teacher contracts with school boards across the province.

About 65 contracts were in place at the time of Broten’s move, and these didn’t include the Renfrew County District School Board.

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It did include the Renfrew County Catholic District School Board. Jeff Barber, Renfrew County president of the Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation, said the use of Bill 115 to impose the contracts amounted to pulling the trigger on a loaded gun. It’s several months before calm returns to relations between the provincial Liberal government and teachers, with the election of new Premier Kathleen Wynne. • Renfrew Victoria Hospital’s ďŹ rst baby of the year is seven-pound, eight-ounce Rachel Bauman of Foresters Falls. The seventh child of Mary and James Bauman is born Jan. 5. The New Year’s ďŹ rst baby from Renfrew County is Liam. The son of Andrew Rumleskie and Amanda Norlock of Barry’s Bay is born New Year’s Day at Pembroke Regional Hospital. • Former Renfrew Timberwolves head coach Tony Iob returns behind the bench for the junior-B team, as the Wolves start their ascent from fourth place in the Valley Division of the Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League. The Wolves just keep getting better en route to winning their two playoff rounds and the Valley championship. • The drought-like conditions that plagued Renfrew County farmers for the second half of 2012 ofďŹ cially ends. During the Jan. 31 session of county council, Admaston-Bromley Mayor Raye-Anne Briscoe says the most recent results available to the Renfrew County Low Water Response Team indicated that precipitation levels have returned to above normal and that surface water ow rates are within historic averages.

That data enabled the water response team to move the county out of a Level 1 low-water response condition. The drought was ďŹ rst ofďŹ cially declared July 10, 2012. • A Jan. 31 two-vehicle crash, at Highway 17 and Renfrew’s O’Brien Road, sends two women to hospital with critical injuries. They are Janet McGlone of MansďŹ eld, Que., and Annette Dagenais of Cotieville, on the outskirts of Renfrew. The driver of the second vehicle, Guy Pellerin of Ottawa, was charged with making an unsafe turn. He sustained minor injuries.

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• The ninth Celebration of Life fundraising dance Feb. 1 at the Ren-

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frew Armouries, coupled with a breakfast earlier that day at Rocky Mountain House, raises a record $27,000. The proceeds are shared by Renfrew Victoria Hospital’s mammography/oncology unit and Hospice Renfrew. In nine years, the Celebration of Life fundraiser, spearheaded

by Janet Robertson, has raised nearly $180,000 for local healthcare causes. • Admaston-Bromley Mayor Raye-Anne Briscoe returns her Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. As one of an estimated 60,000 recipients, Briscoe returns her medal to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities with an explanation that included these words: “Obviously, from coast to coast to coast, every mayor received this medal, regardless of whether they were on leave to commission investigations, currently under criminal charges, in court defending charges laid, and in all likelihood, facing other nefarious claims attached to their activities,â€? wrote Briscoe.

She went on to indicate that “it just makes me feel so sad and regrettable that an organization would decide to do this to what was intended to be an earned and honest award to a community individual ‌. Sending it back was the only thing to do.â€? In contrast, she said the two Renfrew County mayors who deserve the medal are former Warden Bob Sweet of Petawawa and Jack Wilson of Laurentian Valley who has served nearly 50 years as a municipal politician.

In contrast, Renfrew Mayor Bill Ringrose said he was proud to accept his diamond jubilee medal. “I’m somewhat proud of it,â€? he told council. “I guess I would have been somewhat prouder if someone had nominated me ... but that is not the process, as I understand it.â€? • Councils from Renfrew, Horton, Greater Madawaska and AdmastonBromley commit to long-term ďŹ nancial support of the Renfrew and Area Health Services Village physicianrecruitment campaign until 2024. In 2010, each of the four municipalities began making annual contributions of $25,000 for administrative and advertising activities.

With a two per cent raise each year, the annual contribution will reach $32,987 by 2024. In the face of a severe shortage of family physicians, RAHSV’s goals include the recruitment of several more doctors.

Since 2010, RAHSV has recruited seven physicians. • The Douglas Lions Club celebrates its 65th anniversary with a catered supper and celebration at St. Michael’s Catholic School. • Dayna Schaly, 12, of Burnstown wins her national beginners best bread category after winning at the Renfrew Fair the previous fall. She wins with a neighbour’s double-

braided bread recipe. • More than 60 people ďŹ ll the Renfrew County council chambers for a fact-ďŹ nding forum on the impact of the Endangered Species Act (ESA).

Participants include representatives from the agriculture, construction, mining and forestry sectors for the forum hosted by the county. The forum led to a County of Renfrew report that will be sent to the provincial government by early 2014 and used to lobby for changes to the “costly and unworkable mechanismsâ€? contained in the ESA. Critics say the current legislation is severely handcufďŹ ng economic development. • In late February, the International Olympic Committee announces that wrestling and seven other sports are being considered for exclusion. A total of 25 sports were recommended as core sports for the 2020 Olympics, including track and ďŹ eld, fencing, ďŹ eld hockey and swimming.

Members of the hugely popular Renfrew Amateur Wrestling Club gather for a group photo of numerous wrestlers at its annual Renfrew Rumble tournament, before forwarding STEVE NEWMAN/METROLAND the photo to the IOC as a reminder Farmer and Admaston-Bromley councillor Robert Dick speaks at the of the deep grassroots the sport has County of Renfrew’s February forum on the Endangered Species Act. in Canada.

In September, wrestling’s campaign is successful, as the sport remains a core sport for the 2020 Olympics and a continuing motivation for youngsters striving to become Olympians. • The eighth Castleford Charity Ice Fishing Derby attracts a whopping 720 participants. They bring a total of 80 ďŹ sh to the weigh scales, including the grand-prize nine-pound, 10-ounce ďŹ sh caught by Tanton Landriault.

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• The Bargain! Shop, which opened in Renfrew in 2001, closes.

The Renfrew store is among 64 of The Bargain! Shops scheduled to close though restructuring. The Raglan Street business closing means the loss of three full-time and six parttime jobs. Despite the closing, recent business openings on the main street include Karras’ Way, Plentiful Pantry and Wheatless Wonders. • Wayne Maschke, a Douglas employee with Hydro One, dies when a regulator being moved into place at the Hinchinbrooke Distribution Station (in Central Frontenac Township) falls on him. Maschke was described

by Douglas residents as a great neighbour who was always helping out someone. • The County of Renfrew presents its ďŹ rst-ever strategic plan to county council. The priority among seven goals is promotion of an expanded Highway 17 into a four-lane Highway 417 across the county.

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Other strategies are enhancing its asset management plan, developing a linked trail system, promoting active transportation, launching an economic development roundtable, creating a small business investment fund, and fostering health promotion and disease prevention programs.

• Stompin’ Tom Connors was not from The Ottawa Valley, but there were certainly strong connections. The county’s musical community mourns the death of the chainsmoking singer-songwriter, who died at his Halton Hills, Ont., home March 6. He was 77 years old. The connections included his first hit, Big Joe Mufferaw, that mentions places through the Valley, including Renfrew and Arnprior. The day of his death the Connors family released a statement from Connors that said he wouldn’t have been Stompin’ Tom without the fans. He also said “this great country kept me inspired with its beauty, character and spirit ... I must now pass the torch to all of you to help keep the Maple

Leaf flying high, and be the patriot Canada needs now and in the future.”

• Momentum from the Do It For Daron campaign, after Daron Richardson killed herself in 2010, continues across the Valley. Janet Springer of Jeffrey’s Lake helps lead the momentum after losing her son to suicide in 2011. The momentum included a special workshop held March 20 at the Cobden agricultural hall.

The major event of the evening was the presentation, Let’s Talk About Mental Health and the Teenage Brain, by Ottawa nurse and Algonquin College lecturer Steven Walsh. About 175 people attended.

• Jake Cartman of Renfrew Collegiate Institute wins a silver medal at the Ontario high school wrestling championships.

• Robert Hass, 47, of Admaston-Bromley dies in a snowmobile accident in Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan Township. A plumber by trade, he was an avid outdoorsman whose friends and family say he was enthusiastic, fun-loving and generous.

• Renfrew’s O’Brien Theatre goes digital. After a long history of manually placing movie names and times on its billboard, the Raglan Street fixture goes digital.

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lows up Metroland and Ontario Community Newspapers Association honours in general excellence with blue ribbon honours at the Canadian Community Newspapers Association (CCNA) awards. Mercury editor Lucy Hass earns a thirdplace finish in the national editorial category at the CCNA awards for her writing on Senate reform.

• Horton Mayor Don Eady returns to county council March 26 after undergoing January surgery for removal of a tumour in his lung.

ning community. Two Renfrew County residents are among the thousands running the 117th edition of the prestigious footrace. Renfrewite Stewart Campbell, who now lives in Pembroke, celebrates his 55th birthday by finishing in 3:11. About an hour later, Bob Bobeldijk, 76, of Pembroke is approaching the finish. Security officials prevent him and others from entering the finish-line area, where two bombs explode.

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• The debate starts on what to do with part of Horton Township’s right-of-way on Farrell’s Landing Road. A nearby historical plaque already identifies the location as where settlers began their trek by land into Renfrew County in the mid-1880s. The property lies parallel to property owned by Dino Di Pietro and his wife, Debbie Grantham, whose family includes longtime residents in the Renfrew

• Michelle Charron hoped to have her baby in Renfrew Victoria Hospital, but it didn’t quite work out that way the night of April 2. Husband Jason returned to the couple’s car in the hospital parking lot with a hospital wheelchair to see that Gracie had already been born.

• Sonya Bergin of Renfrew wins the Miss Teen Ontario East Pageant. Saralyn Deslaurier of Renfrew places second, while Tianna Tetteler of Barry’s Bay is third before an enthusiastic crowd of 350 people at the Renfrew Recreation Centre.

• Two bomb blasts at the Boston Marathon resonate across the world-wide run-

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Renfrew in which she kicked the alleged perpetrator. But a follow-up news release from the Renfrew OPP detachment says the original report was fabricated and that no charges would be laid in the incident.

• The road from the entrance of the Renfrew Golf Club is named Henry Egan Lane, after the veteran club member. He is ceremoniously roasted May 18 in a special retirement ceremony after participating in numerous club activities over the years, including efforts that led to the construction of the clubhouse and pro shop.

• The Renfrew Amateur Wrestling Club captures a 19th-straight overall title in the Canada East tournament.

• Hike for Hospice raises a record $63,301, breaking the former mark of more than $52,000, in the annual fundraiser for Hospice Renfrew.

• Renfrew Collegiate Institute’s Relay for Life raises more than $90,000 for cancer research.

Hike for Hospice participants warm up before hiking for Hospice Renfrew. area, including Renfrew historian Margaret Lindsay. The couple seeks to purchase the right-of-way, but public resistance rules the day, as Horton council, after consultation and discussion throughout May and June, decides not to sell the narrow section of land. In the end, it appears, the rightof-way will become home to a historical plaque next to the Ottawa River, instead of 200 metres away, at the top of the hill, on River Road.

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• Hughie Nolan, 67, of Renfrew returns home after running and walking the arduous Tenzing-Hillary Everest Marathon May 29. The event, held on the world’s largest mountain, is an annual marathon, which this year marked the 60th anniversary of Edmund Hillary’s famous ascent, along with guide Tenzing Norgay.

• Contrary to rumours, The Renfrew Mercury is staying put, but not its presses. Following recent amalgamation of Metroland and EMC newspapers in the Ottawa Valley, Metroland’s printing press in Smiths Falls increases in size with the addition of the Renfrew printing press.

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• It’s official. The year-long pilot project to ban parking meters in Renfrew’s downtown core ends. Started in July 2012, the ban will remain in effect, votes town council June 24. Parking meter poles are cut off or sealed, as the town continues its contract with Municipal Law Enforcement Services to ticket vehicles for such infractions as parking for more than three hours.

The Renfrew BIA, which lobbied for the pilot project, is pleased.

• Kevin Hill becomes the town’s first full-time recreation director since 2011. The parttime director had been Kingston resident Barclay Mayhew, who had been seconded by the town after the dismissal of the previous recreation director.

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• Shovels go in the ground July 31 for the ceremonial start of construction on Ontario Power Generation’s new 20,000-square-foot facility.

The building, at 2 Innovation Drive in Renfrew, will replace the current 6,000-square foot home. The centre will keep about 62 jobs in the area.

The project shareholders include developer Mack Wilson of Wilson Investments, who signs a 20-year lease agreement with OPG. • A tornado-like storm strikes Hurds Lake, toppling trees and damaging shoreline facilities. The same weekend high winds and lightning left 195,000 Hydro One customers without power in central and northeastern Ontario.

• The National Hockey Association/National Hockey League Birthplace Museum officially opens in Renfrew.

Celebratory events include a street hockey game between the Renfrew Millionaires and the Renfrew Fire Department.

• Owner Steve St. Michael celebrates the Renfrew store’s 30th anniversary with the news that Mill Music has been named one of the top 100 music instrument and product retailers by the National Association of Music Merchants.

• About 2,000 people attend the annual Renfrew Art in the Park at Haramis Park.

• 100th-anniversary celebrations for the Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums feature several public appearances.

They include a July 21 appearance in the Concert in the (O’Brien) Park series when they and the Renfrew County Fiddlers open by playing The Maple Leaf Forever.

• The clock tower in Renfrew is revitalized. A new clock drive, controls and striker for the bell are installed. The landmark timepiece hadn’t been operating properly for a few years.

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2014 Waste Collection calendars were distributed in the latest water bill. If you did receive a calendar, copies are available at the Town of Renfrew, Municipal Office.

CHRISTMAS TREE DISPOSAL Residents are requested to bring their Christmas trees to the landfill site (town dump) between January 2nd and January 30th 2014 where trees must be deposited in a designated area.

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BY-LAW 29-2012 - TOWN OF RENFREW OVERNIGHT WINTER PARKING PROHIBITION No person shall park a vehicle or permit a vehicle to remain parked on any municipal parking lot or a street/highway between 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. from December 1 to March 31.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Mae vander Galien of Admaston-Bromley files a $15 million lawsuit against Brockville General Hospital and Dr. Andrew Thomas for negligent care, following the death of her son (Jeff Van Dyke) in August 2011. â&#x20AC;˘ Eganville middle-distance runner Melissa Bishop follows up her exciting and successful bid for Olympian status in 2012 by qualifying for the 2013 world championships.

She is eliminated in the first round, but she follows that up in September with her firstever medals in an international games. She wins silver in the womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4x400-metrre relay and bronze in the 800 metres at the Francophone Games in Nice, France. â&#x20AC;˘ Seventy-seven Ottawa Valley kayakers or canoeists travel 14 kilometres down the Madawaska River. Organized by the Bonnechere River Watershed Project and McNabBraeside Township, the paddle finishes in Burnstown. This event and other BRWP events each year remind participants of the importance of taking care of the watershedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s properties and health. â&#x20AC;˘ Western Quebecâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pontiac County resists Canadian Nationalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s move to pull up its railway tracks. CN agrees to stand down until a decision is rendered by the Quebec Superior Court.

To drive home their message, Pontiac County staff and elected officials park one of their vehicles across the CN tracks near Portage-du-Fort. â&#x20AC;˘ Grace St-Germain of Orleans and Sam McNulty of Port Perry win the titles at the Ontario juvenile golf championships. The field of 118 golfers, at Renfrew Golf Club, includes Lauren Middlemiss of Eganville and Josh Barnes of Renfrew.

SEPTEMBER

â&#x20AC;˘ New postings for teachers and principals include Terry Hughes. The Cobden resident, who spent the last 12 years as a Pembroke or Deep River high school principal, succeeds Alanna Emon as principal of Renfrew Collegiate Institute.

After five years at RCI, Emon leaves to become the public boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s secondary school curriculum leader. â&#x20AC;˘ The $12 billion TransCanada pipeline is the topic of conversation, as one of final open houses held across Canada comes to Horton Township. â&#x20AC;˘ The tradition of Taste of the Valley events continues with Renfrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s third annual

forum for selling locallymade or grown products. The seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s four Tastes of the Valley open in Barryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bay and Renfrew and conclude with October events in Deep River and Cobden. Cobden, as every year, attracts a crowd of more than 5,000. â&#x20AC;˘ Calabogieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Precious Blood Catholic Church celebrates its 100th anniversary as a parish. The Sept. 13 Mass is celebrated by parish priest Rev. Pat Blake and Bishop Michael Mulhall. â&#x20AC;˘ Thirty-one jobs are lost at Philips Lighting, formerly known as USS Manufacturing. The last of the equipment at the Renfrew facility, on MaTe-Way Drive, is shipped out in September. Shawn Panesar, who works in customer relations, is the only employee to retain his job with Philips, whose local facility made light fixture poles and brackets. The business had been operating in Renfrew for about 25 years. â&#x20AC;˘ The Renfrew Fair sets a record, with 10 six-hitch teams competing for top honours in the heavy horse competition. â&#x20AC;˘ Four Renfrew County paramedics, including Sean Plunkett and Brad Smith of Renfrew, are awarded the N.H. McNally Award for Bravery at the Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs annual meeting. The foursome plays a big role in saving the life of a snowmobiler who fell through the ice on Calabogie Lake in February 2012. â&#x20AC;˘ Two of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great food entrepreneurs are a big hit at the Bridges to Better Business seminar in Renfrew hosted by Enterprise Renfrew County. Chris Emery and Larry Finnson of Winnipeg tell their story about founding their best-selling Clodhoppers chocolate and their more recent creation, OMGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s candy.

OCTOBER

â&#x20AC;˘ Sean Enright of Enright Farms in Admaston-Bromley heads down under. The 24year-old is in prestigious company, as Canada sends three teams to participate in the 2013 World Angus Forum in New Zealand. Enright, as the captain of The Eh team, places second in the showmanship class, while The Eh squad of Enright, two Albertans and one Manitoban takes top honours for team presentation.

The championship and reserve championship titles goes to the other Canadian teams, which were competing against squads from the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia. â&#x20AC;˘ For the third straight year, the St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic High School of Renfrew senior boys volleyball team goes undefeated in the Upper Ottawa Valley High School Athletic Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s regular-season

play. This year the boys won the county title for the second straight year before capturing the EOSSA championship. â&#x20AC;˘ More than 175 people attend the Renfrew and Area Chamber of Commerceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s awards gala that pays tribute to community contributors.

Winners include eight-yearold youth citizen of the year Arleigh Prince of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School and citizen of the year Darrell Mooney, on his 69th birthday. â&#x20AC;˘ A few houses are demolished near Renfrew Victoria Hospital to make way for construction of the new dialysis centre. The residences purchased, then demolished, will provide parking space for the two-storey centre whose construction begins in 2014.

NOVEMBER

â&#x20AC;˘ Father Daniel Miller, who pleaded guilty to molesting young boys in Renfrew County parishes about 40 years ago, is sentenced in Pembroke Superior Court. Justice Timothy Rayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sentence of nine months in prison comes after several emotional victim-impact statements are heard Sept. 17.

The altar boys from Arnprior, Deep River and Eganville parishes were mostly molested at the Renfrew home of Millerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother. â&#x20AC;˘ A fire in the snow-making pump house delays the start of the alpine ski and snowboard season at Calabogie Peaks Resort. â&#x20AC;˘ The Canadian Association of Fairs and Expositions names Beachburg Fair president Adrian Vereyken the Canadian Fair Champion of 2013. â&#x20AC;˘ Renfrew teenager Paige Dillabough receives the outstanding youth philanthropy award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals during a gala evening at Ottawaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Westin Hotel. She is saluted for fundraising and raising awareness for childhood cancer and other charities. â&#x20AC;˘ The Renfrew Fire Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new $860,000 platform truck arrives from the United States. The state-of-the-art addition to the departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fleet includes a 104-foot platform capable of holding people weighing a total of 1,000 pounds.

DECEMBER

â&#x20AC;˘ Horton Township surpasses the $7 million mark in construction starts for a calendar year.

The record isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t likely to fall for some time, though, since that record $12.2 million happened in 2011 when construction included the $4 million George Jackson Toyota facility. â&#x20AC;˘ The Renfrew Timberwolves have their longest winning streak in years while

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The Renfrew Timberwolves defend against the Shawville Pontiacs during an Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League season that brought the Wolves the Valley Division championship. They defeated the Perth Blue Wings four games to one for the title. maintaining their hold on first place in the Valley Division of the Eastern Junior Hockey League. They beat Arnprior 5-

2 on Dec. 13 to run their streak to eight games, then lost the next night, 4-3, to Almonte. â&#x20AC;˘ The skies open and the

Renfrew area faces cold weather and/or plentiful snowfall to help local rinks and holiday spirit off to early starts.

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OPINION

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EDITORIAL

Feds slam door on mail delivery The announcement that Canada Post will end home mail delivery in the next five years is the beginning of the end for mail service in this country.

Reduced service and a higher cost is a death knell for any company. The cutbacks will no doubt be a self-fulfilling prophecy as cuts to service in turn cut into the current level of demand.

Maybe the real plan is to sell off Canada Post.

And it’s rather sad that the federal government would announce this just as MP’s leave on their Christmas break, leaving no chance for debate.

The change will mean a great deal to seniors and folks with any disability that makes a trip to a community mailbox tricky.

This will likely be an election issue in the future as seniors take their right to vote very seriously.

Beyond delivery of letters, mail carriers do provide social interaction for people who may feel isolated.

Carriers can also check in on seniors who live alone, and they act as the eyes of the community because they know residents and can report suspicious people.

In the U.S., the postal service is legally required to deliver six days a week. In Britain, the Royal Mail has been privatized, although citi-

zens can still expect minimum standards will be met. Canada has geographic challenges unlike those countries – greater distances and fewer people and pieces of mail.

If the cutting of home delivery is carried out as planned, we may be headed for a private delivery service in the not-too-distant future. If Canada Post has no monopoly, we could see more delivery trucks from competing firms on our streets; not a good deal for the environment when one carrier can do the job.

As the price of a stamp goes up and up, eventually those private companies may see their chance.

The cost of postage will rise to $1 for an individual stamp next spring, meaning next time the holidays roll around, postage may cost more than the Christmas card inside the envelope.

Our federal government is creating conditions for Canada Post’s failure. The die has been cast, so make your voice heard.

If home mail delivery is valued by Canadians, why should we not accept that the system may run at a loss? That’s what our tax dollars are for: to deliver basic, important services to all.

If you care about home delivery, tell your MP. It might be nice to send your thoughts in a letter. While you still can.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Thanks to Heritage Radio for Holly Jolly fundraiser To the editor: The transportation staff of Carefor Health and Community Services would like to thank Jim, Jason, Lesley and Valley Heritage Radio 98.7FM staff and volunteers, Matt Mulvihill and OPG for sponsoring; Art Jamieson and Dai Bassett,our radio hosts; the Holly Jolly performers-Lyoness and Judy Woodstock; John Yakabuski; Country Review; Rick Leben and Bowes Brothers; volunteers and staff of Champlain Community Transportation Collaborative; and all of the donors to the Valley Heritage Radio 98.7FM Holly Jolly radiothon and open house.

Your donations helped to raise $11,000 to assist in making non-urgent medical

transportation accessible for all in our community.

The Champlain Community Transportation Collaborative of Renfrew County works together to ensure that seniors and adults with disabilities who require transportation to non–urgent medical appointments and community support service appointments can receive transportation services in the most efficient and cost-effective way.

Our coalition is composed of community support agencies providing transportation in Arnprior, Barry’s Bay, Calabogie, Eganville, Deep River, Golden Lake, Renfrew and Pembroke.

Unfortunately for some of our clients, the cost of transportation can be very high

depending on where they live in the county or the amount of transportation required.

While each agency works diligently with our clients to make the drives affordable, we too are limited in what we can do at times due to our budgets.

As always, your support is very much appreciated as we all work together to keep seniors and people with disabilities living at home and living healthy while being able to attend their medical appointments and appointments of daily living!

Thank you again for your support.

Tax shortfall

So now our council is howling mad. Of course they are, they are all farmers. They should pay the tax like they used to in the 1970s. They can well afford to.

Which brings the point up, are they going to recuse themselves if it comes to a vote?

Of course, they are going to say they cannot afford to.

It’s a write-off on their business taxes.

Apparently there are roughly 4,300 tax-

payers in this township.

How many can afford a tax increase?

And how many of those are farmers, who can afford an increase?

We haven’t yet been told how much the ordinary taxpayer has paid out for the farm taxes that should have been paid by the provincial government over the years.

John R. Holyer Douglas

To the editor: Apparently, or so we are told, our taxes will be short by the sum of $125,000, which was money paid by the provincial government to Admaston-Bromley and they in turn did not charge farmers or foresters for 75 per cent of their taxable land or property.

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Former McNab-Braeside New Year brings new parking system councillor and ‘friend to to Renfrew Victoria Hospital many’ fondly remembered Heather Couglin

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News - A new, gated parking system comes into effect at Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2014.

The locations of the entry/exit gates will be: 1) just past the emergency entrance on Raglan Street and 2) at the Hospice Renfrew entrance on Albert Street.

Visitors will be required to take a time-stamped ticket at the gate when they drive in and will need a paid ticket to exit. Parking can be paid at one of four pay machines or at a gate when leaving.

Pay machines will be located inside the hospital at the ER entrance, the entrance close to registration and the Administration entrance. An inside pay machine will also be located in the 510 Raglan Street professional building.

The new parking system offers a number of benefits.

Tim Sonnenburg, RVH vice-president of financial services explains, “Patients and visitors will be able to enter the campus without getting out of their vehicle and will have options for where and how to pay. They can pay at indoor pay machines before leaving the hospital or at the 510 professional building, and will pay

for the time they use.”

Rates will remain $1 per hour to a maximum of $5 per day.

A 30-day pass will be available for $20 at the pay machine for those who visit frequently. The pay machines will accept cash or credit cards (debit card later in 2014). One may pay at the exit gate by credit card only.

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You will be issued a ticket on the way in, but no payment will be required when you insert it on the way out. Should you go past 20 minutes you will have to pay the hourly fee.

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RVH maintains and operates the gated parking system. Proceeds stay with RVH and are used to offset costs of maintaining the parking lots. This allows more funds to be available for patient programs and services at RVH. Any questions can be answered by calling the RVH business office at 613-432-4851, ext. 800.

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tural community and rural people in general.

He also was actively involved in promoting improved health care services in both Arnprior and Renfrew and, as a one-time dialysis patient himself, played a key role in the launching of the dialysis unit at Renfrew Victoria Hospital (RVH).

“He was a great advocate and supporter of the hospital,” said RVH chief executive officer Randy Penney. Gillan, who represented McNab on the RVH Board for several years, was always “keenly interested in the welfare of RVH,” said Penney.

He noted that Gillan and his sister Brenda Code were “very passionate” and persistent in lobbying provincial officials in support for RVH’s successful efforts to open a dialysis unit so local patients wouldn’t have to make the long trip to Ottawa.

As well as being an effective champion for the hospital, he was a “really nice person,” added Penney.

Stewart noted that Gillan was tireless and dedicated in his municipal duties, hardly ever missing a meeting despite having to overcome the physical discomforts that eventually resulted in him receiving a kidney transplant. “He was somebody to go to if you wanted something done.”

He excelled no matter what committees he was assigned to, said Dale Gillan, former McNab-Braesi- Stewart. “He was happy to do any de councillor and Renfrew Victoria duty you gave him. Whether it was fire, museum, transportation, everyHospital booster, died Dec. 21. one said the same thing. They really 24 in Arnprior attracted large crowds enjoyed being his colleague.”

As well, township staff thought of admirers.

As well as being actively involved very highly of him, for he was very in municipal and community affairs, respectful of their needs, he added.

His willingness to help out in all Gillan is also being remembered as a caring family man. He is survived sorts of small but telling ways, from by his wife, Jean (nee Eady), and five helping staff decorate the Christmas children (see more details in his obit- tree to picking up road-kill when the uary in the classified section of this roads staff were otherwise occupied, was appreciated by his colleagues. newspaper).

Stewart said Gillan, who served as “He was probably our most dedicated councillor,” said former deputy mayor during Stewart’s term McNab-Braeside Mayor Neil Stew- as mayor, was unfailingly positive art. “He put his heart and all his effort and respectful.” He noted that while (into representing his constituents). I the two didn’t always see eye-to-eye really enjoyed being a colleague of on all issues, such as what to do with the railway corridor, once the matter his.”

Gillan served three terms as was settled, there were no hard feelMcNab-Braeside councillor from the ings or anger. “He didn’t hold grudgmid-1990s on, as well as a term as es … he was always friendly, a good guy to work with.” deputy mayor that started in 2003.

That good-will was helpful in the McNab-Braeside CEO Noreen Mellema called him a “wonder- amalgamation talks between McNab ful councillor” and a “very caring and Braeside.

Stewart said Gillan was also a person.” As well as being helpful to his constituents, he was always kind “great community man,” who found and supportive of township staff, she time along with his farming, municipal, and hospital and cemetery board said.

Another former McNab township duties to actively support the Renfrew mayor, Norm Hazelwood, noted he Agricultural Society and other local was a dedicated councillor who “was farming groups.

Stewart said Gillan genuinely enpretty well liked by the local people.”

If someone had a problem, Gillan joyed serving the township and his would “dig in and get them answers,” community and never lost his keen interest in local municipal affairs. He he said.

Hazelwood said Gillan, who was a said he continued to enjoy his chats farmer in the Glasgow Station area, with him long after both had left muwas a strong supporter of the agricul- nicipal council.

News – The community is mourning a popular former McNab-Braeside councillor who died just before Christmas.

Dale Gillan is being remembered as a compassionate and effective councillor and dedicated supporter of many local organizations, particularly those in the agricultural and health fields. He was an active supporter of Renfrew Victoria Hospital, the Renfrew Fair board, the 4-H movement and the Renfrew County Plowmen’s Association.

Gillan passed away suddenly but peacefully at his Glasgow Station area home Dec. 21 with his family by his side. He was 74 years old.

His wake Dec. 23 and funeral Dec.

Visitors will be required to take a time-stamped ticket at the gate when they drive in and will need a paid ticket to exit. Parking can be paid at one of four pay machines or at a gate when leaving.

For more information, call Jamie at 613-735-4700, ext. 2756 or apply at www.ontariocolleges.ca

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Loons do not strike the wet pavement intentionally and myself in 1990. To see the birds swimming and flying free is a great experience.

bushes where the birds are hiding and chase them out into the open where they are much easier to catch.

Shrikes perch on the top branch of a tree often a balsam or spruce and wait until their prey flies from hiding into the open before striking. The hawks will take birds as large as pigeons and grouse.

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If you see a bird chasing another near your feeders it is very likely one of three birds of prey: a Cooper’s hawk, a sharpshinned hawk or a northern shrike. These birds must catch other birds to survive. They will also take small mammals and the shrike will take large insects as well. You can very often tell when one of these birds is near your feeder. All action stops and the birds disappear into nearby trees and especially cedar hedges. These birds have short rounded wings and long tails which give them the agility to manoeuvre while in flight and catch their prey.

Cooper’s and sharp-shinned hawks will fly into shrubs and

Ron and Brenda Golden saw a snowy owl this past week.

There have been several reports of this northern owl in the past two weeks. This would indicate a shortage of food, mainly lemmings, in the north where they spend all but a few months of the year. Every four or five years the lemming population crashes and the owls face a shortage of their main food source. The owls must move south or starve, most move south, some as far as the northern United States.

There is no mistaking this large white owl with yellow eyes. Adult birds are pure white, immature birds have dark brown feathers on the crown, back and wings.

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A BUSY FEEDER

David and Anne Brown have a very active feeder although there are only a few species coming to feed. Mourning doves are the most numerous with about 30 arriving each day.

Blue jays are running a close second with about 20 birds each day. A pair of pileated woodpeckers comes to feed on the suet and seed cakes provided by the Browns.

Chickadees, hairy and downy woodpeckers move in cautiously when the larger birds are away. When the small finches: goldfinches, purple finches, common redpolls, pine siskins and house finches will arrive at feeders is anyone’s guess. They are normally at feeders by the first day of winter, Dec. 21.

A mixture of lard, peanut butter, corn meal and sunflower seeds can be frozen in milk cartons, cut into cakes and placed in suet feeders or suet logs.

The recipes and ways of presenting suet are endless and limited only by a

person’s imagination.

Enjoy your birding and have a Happy New Year.

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A few weeks ago Susan Kallies found a common loon in a ditch on Highway 60 west of Renfrew. It is not the place for a water bird to be in the winter.

When pavement becomes wet, either by moisture in the form of rain or melting snow, it shimmers and from a loons point of view it appears to be open water. Such is not the case and they get a rude awakening when they strike the pavement.

Because they are such a heavy bird, 13.5 pounds (6 kg), and the feet are so far back on the body, travel on land is very difficult. They must push themselves along on the snow on their chest, a situation not made for speed. Unless they have a lengthy strip of open water where they can generate enough speed by flapping their wings and running on the water they cannot become airborne.

Once in the air, however, they are swift, direct fliers, the air speed is about 40 mph (61 km/h). This is the sixth common loon returned to open water after striking roadways.

A seventh loon, a red-throated one, was also returned to open water by Peter McGregor

SUET

Suet is the best food for birds when the weather is cold and stormy. It can be presented in a number of ways: suet from around the kidneys of cattle is difficult to find but is the best.

It can be placed in onion bags or packed into a suet log.

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Wolves home Jan. 10 Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

Sports - The Renfrew Timberwolves open the new year in first place in the Valley Division of the Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League, and on the road.

The Wolves travel to Perth to take on the Perth Blue Wings Friday at 7:45 p.m.

On Sunday, the Renfrew club takes on the Stittsville Royals at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex in a

2:30 p.m. faceoff.

The two teams are back at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre for a return match Friday, Jan. 10. Game time is 8 p.m.

In a rarity, the weather wiped out the entire Metro-Valley Conference weekend schedule prior to Christmas.

The Wolves hosted the Almonte Thunder Dec. 27 and were in Clarence Creek Dec. 29.

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Sports - Eight local Renfrew Amateur Wrestling Club wrestlers competed Dec 18 at the Thunder Dome in Orleans, taking on teams from the Ottawa area.

Although an easy day for some, others faced a challenge.

There were more than 200 matches during the day’s tournament in both male and female Novice and Open divisions. But even though challenged, they came through with five gold, one bronze, one fourth-place and a fifthplace finish.

The largest bracket was with Anthony McLaren. He faced nine other opponents and finished in fifth place in his weight division.

Other placements were: • Gold: Colton Warren, Lily LaFont, Jake Cartman, Chelsea Bernard and Jesse Wilson.

• Bronze: Bryson Fraser-Lines.

• Fourth: Jarett Laking.

RAWC wrestler Devin Tabbert, participated as a referee at the event while working on his certification as an official.

Devin officiated six of eight of his teammates’ matches but demonstrated his fairness and professionalism.

Ida Yates-Lavery of the RAWC is also pursuing her officiating certification but was unable to attend this event.

Some of the members who attended this tournament were able to be back in Renfrew to attend practice with visiting previous RAWC wrestler Richard Kauffeldt.

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Sports - Curling has not started yet in the new year, but there is some remaining news from 2013.

The second draw results are starting to come in and it is nice to see new names appear atop the leader boards.

In afternoon ladies action, the winners of the second draw and the Scott Trophy were Barb Roy, Sandra Fredette, Cathy O’Donnell and Karen Lesaux.

The senior men declared the team of Gary Smith, Jim Harbord, Ed Hanson and George Burton as winners of the second draw and the Don McKinnon trophy with a record of 8-and-1.

Hot on their heels at 7-2 was the Brian Yolkowskie rink with Tom Gray, Jim Freemark and Mike McCormick, and the team of Rob Warren, Burt Virgin, Alain Pauze and Denny Barnes.

In the Monday night set team results, the rink of Barb Westgarth, Shelley Jamieson, Stephanie Langlois and Barb Roy found themselves on top in a very closely contested battle that had Ed Lepack’s rink securing second, and a number of teams a win

behind the front runners.

In Wednesday night skins, the teams of Rob Warren, Russ Connors.

Gord Eady and Andy Sklepowicz shared second, while Teresa Mann took the honours, winning the regular draw and then also the playoffs against the Yvonne Sklepowicz rink.

In the Thursday afternoon mixed, Warren duplicated the skins results.

He won the draw and then took Aside honours with his team of Peter Price and Don Armitage playing third, Anne McNeil and Dominique Moisan, over the Wes Rathwell rink.

Yvonne Sklepowicz, Tony Lapiennes, Allain Pauze and Claudette Lockwood made a nice comeback to take the B-side from Bob Barr’s rink, and the Bill Bowles foursome found the magic in their last game to take the C. TIME FOR SPAGHETTI

The Spaghetti Spiel runs Jan. 10 and 11 at the Renfrew Curling Rink, and is almost full, but Theresa and Karl Mann might be able to squeeze you in on the Friday or Saturday draws.

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Pride wins bronze Sports – The Valley Pride basketball team kept the best until last when they played in the Chris Paulin tournament in Kanata Dec. 6-7.

The local team made up from girls from Renfrew and Arnprior managed to claw their way into the bronze medal game after having to go through a three-way tie-breaker for second place.

In the bronze-medal game, the Pride played the Cornwall Lions for the third time in two weeks. In league play the Pride blew a 12-point lead and lost by one point in Cornwall.

In round-robin play Saturday at the Kanata tournament, the local girls scratched out a four-point win. On Sunday the team led by one point at the half but fell behind by 11 to start the final quarter.

With 1:37 left on the clock, the Pride fought back to take the lead and

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hung on to win the bronze medal by a single point.

The path to the medal game was also exciting as the Pride lost to Nepean by one point in overtime. The Pride had to play the host Kanata immediately after the overtime game and lost by double figures.

In the last game of the round-robin, the Pride eked out a one-point victory against the Ottawa Shooting Stars to advance to the medal round.

Hannah Scott and Olivia Mclntyre who won MVP awards for their stellar play during the tournament.

The Valley Pride members are made up of six returnees: Sage Melville, Logan Kenny, Courtney Roach, Hannah Scott, Andrea Martin and Paula Meek. The rookies are Dakota Hanson, Olivia Mclntyre, Cassie King, Gwen Flegal and Melissa Thompson.

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Sports - Fellowes High School applied to OFSAA (Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations) to host the 2015 A/ AA boys hockey tournament, and were recently rewarded as their applications was approved.

OFSAA is a federation of 18 regional school athletic associations geographically spread across the province. They are comprised of student-athletes, teacher-coaches, principals and sport administrators, all committed to the philosophy of education through school sport.

The provincial championship tournament will run March 9 to 13, 2015 in the Pembroke and Petawawa area. The best 20 high school boys hockey teams in the province will compete for OFSAA supremacy.

Fellowes High School has a rich history of hosting and competing in the OFSAA Hockey Championships. In 2001, the Falcons hosted the OFSAA girls hockey festival.

Girls hockey had not yet earned championship status, so all schools that wanted to enter were allowed. They had 64 teams over the week-long event.

In 2004, Fellowes the community. Anyone hosted the OFSAA Girls interested in helping out Hockey A/AA Champion- can contact Keith Roach at ships. Jean Vanier Catholic High School from the Georgian Bay area was the champion.

Again in 2008, Fellowes hosted both the OFSAA Trinity-St. Andrew’s Girls Hockey A/AA and United Church AAA/AAAA Champion291 Plaunt St. S. ships. Les Alouettes de Rev. Russell Wardell Notre Dame from Sudbury and AB Lucas Secondary Rev. Susan Tough School of London were Sunday Worship 10am the respective champions.

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Galvinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stories are a part of literacy anthology Steve Newman steve.newman@metroland.com

Lifestyle - When Canadian Imprints, Volume Two comes off the press Dec. 14, it will include the literary creations of Canadian award-winning authors.

This anthology takes readers on all kinds of voyages, figuratively and geographically, from the fascinating labyrinths of North Africa and disquieting world of science fiction, to the sinister depths of the ocean and backstretches of North Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s racetracks.

Trips to the backstretches of the race tracks come courtesy of former Arnprior resident and bestselling-author Bill Galvin. There are 24 authors of this second volume, with two works by Galvin.

The poems are The Ballad of Hank the Gyp and The Revenge of Puss nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Boots. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Galvinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s poetic history brings the backstretch to life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; its sights, smells, sounds, and stories,â&#x20AC;? says Ronald C. Johnson, retired professor of English at the University of British Columbia and long-time owner of thoroughbred race horses.

Johnson says the poems celebrate events, horses and people, including their hard lives and dreams and particularly their partnership with their horses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They celebrate the tales that have passed into backstretch lore. And, by the very nature of their rhythms, they give us a sense of the spirit that touches the entire horse racing community.â&#x20AC;?

Galvin is also the author

of Ballads of the Turf, a critically-acclaimed Canadian bestseller now in its third printing.

Canadian Imprints, Volume 2, is published by the Writers and Editors Network in Toronto. Writers and Editors Network also produced Canadian Imprints, Volume 1 a few years ago Galvin, who was born and raised in Arnprior, was introduced to horses at an early age at Madawaska Farms that was owned by the late J.H Findley, and his son Dr. John S. Findley. Dr. Findley, recently retired, is well known in racing circles in Ottawa and beyond. The noted veterinarian is also a standardbred breeder and member of the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame.

Galvinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happy memories

growing up in Arnprior include riding J.H. Findleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 18-year-old pacer GG Kirk in the half-mile saddle races at the Arnprior Fair in the 1940s, and jogging the tough pacing mare Slippery Sue to White Lake and back (20 miles) each day after school in sub-zero weather. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The return trip in a cutter took less than an hour on a snow-packed White Lake Road. An old buffalo robe helped keep me warm,â&#x20AC;? recalls Galvin.

Slippery Sueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winter conditioning paid off handsomely because she won her first start of the season at Pembrokeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Kelly Park with Dr. Findley in the sulky.

Galvin, who attended the University of Ottawa and

Wayne State University in Detroit, spent equal time working in the harness and thoroughbred sports.

Galvin spent 20 years as a racing official and publicist with the Ontario Jockey Club, and was public relations director for the Canadian Trotting Association (1977-1982.

In 1978 he founded and co-ordinated the historic revival of trotting races on ice on Ottawaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rideau Canal.

This unique re-creation of a century-old tradition of early Canadian history was the feature attraction of Ottawaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s now annual Winterlude celebration.

Galvin currently resides in Mississauga, Ont. - With files from Bill Galvin, and the Writers and Editors Network

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Community - Kim McIntyre of Admaston-Bromley Township has been to Cuba a couple of times.

Her most recent visit was as a member of the Salvation Armyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mission Cuba 5. She was also a part of Mission Cuba 3.

For two weeks each year over a five-year period, a group of 20 to 30 volunteers has been selected annually to work on building projects.

The Salvation Army Diezmero Corps and a similar one in Paraga are the joint work of the Salvation Army in Cuba and Canada.

Following five years and 13 capital building projects, Mission Cuba ended on May 2, 2013, in Havana with the dedication of two new corps buildings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The profile of the Salvation Army has increased dramatically here, and the government has a better understanding of the role and function of the (Salvation) Army, and what it can do to assist in disaster and humanitarian projects,â&#x20AC;? said Major John Murray of Toronto, who with wife Brenda, directs the project. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is about more than just building projects, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about building community, mission and Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s church.â&#x20AC;?

McIntyre was the only person in the two-week Mission Cuba 5 from the Ottawa Valley, let alone Renfrew.

Most were from southern Ontario, and two were from out west.

Every team member paid his or her own way to volunteer in Cuba, McIntyre pointed out. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You get on a plane with 27 people that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never met before. You get off and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in the airport, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re all friends and saying goodbye and exchanging emails and phone numbers. You become quite close to each other,â&#x20AC;? McIntyre said.

People on the mission ranged in age from 14 to 81.

They were ready every morning at 8 a.m. and were bussed to their worksites. They returned at 5 p.m.

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The early evenings included supper, and a prayer time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Then we were free for the rest of the night, and most of us were too tired to do anything, anyway,â&#x20AC;? McIntyre said.

This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission included the reroofing of three buildings, including a church that had its roof blown off during a hurricane. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They told us before we got there, you are probably going to be very disheartened. You going to think, can we do this in two weeks?,â&#x20AC;? McIntyre recalled. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was tight, but we did it. There were some things that still needed to be done, but for the most part it was pretty good. It was amazing to see the difference.â&#x20AC;?

The local people were thrilled to death with something as simple as putting on a coat of paint, or having a clothes line constructed for them, McIntyre added.

McIntyre had a chain and a cross that she received after working five years at Quail Creek Retirement Centre in Renfrew.

She became good friends in Cuba with a woman named Mercedes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Before we left, I gave her the cross and chain. We both cried. It was quite a moment,â&#x20AC;? McIntyre said.

Some people gave the Cubans their shoes before leaving. Shoes are the equivalent of a monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s salary for some, about $20. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The poverty they have is something else,â&#x20AC;? McIntyre said.

McIntyre spoke of Paul Robertson, a carpenter from Toronto.

During Mission Cuba 3, a mother had to carry her little girl back and forth to school every day. She had a broken leg and they couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afford crutches.

When Robertson learned of this, he made her a pair of crutches and gave them to her. â&#x20AC;?That was really something else,â&#x20AC;?

McIntyre said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Robertson takes two weeks out of his business every year and goes to Cuba. He said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d do it once, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been there for five years.â&#x20AC;?

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Back home, Kim McIntyre relaxes with Cooper.

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Community - When Wes Bomhower passed away last April, the Ottawa Valley lost one of its cherished sons — a gifted storyteller, prolific poet and talented musician.

Long-time readers of The Renfrew Mercury will recall the frequent contributions Wes made to these pages, sharing the vivid recollections of his own lifetime and the stories of many local folks, to which he gave voice.

Wes seemed to accept that part of his purpose in this life was to share his memories, to inform, entertain and to keep the history of his community

and its colourful characters alive. He did so generously and without reservation, endearing him profoundly in the hearts of those fortunate enough to know him personally but also to those who read his stories and poems without knowing the man.

Wesley Gordon Bomhower was born in Glengarry County just months before the October 1929 stock market crash signalled the beginning of the Great Depression.

Desperately hard times marked his early years growing up on a farm where shortages of money and food forced his older siblings to leave school for work at an

early age.

Wes often remembered that in spite of the terrible adversity; music was always part of his family life during those difficult years. He recalled that although they had absolutely nothing, there was always love, music and enough to eat and in that way his family was better off than many others. At a very young age, he developed a love of poetry and prose which he would carry with him throughout his lifetime.

After the end of World War Two, Wes left his parents’ farm to join his older brother working with Ontario Hydro.

He learned to play the gui-

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Renfrew Royal Canadian Legion officials join winners of the 2013 Remembrance Day poster, essay and poem competition at a Dec. 4 event at the Legion. Top three winners in each category received prizes and certificates.

Renfrew Legion recognizes winners of Remembrance Day competitions Community - Renfrew Royal Canadian Legion officials congratulated winners of the 2013 Remembrance Day poster, essay and poem competition at an event Dec. 4.

All schools in the area participated in the contest providing a combination of 233 posters and 71 poems and essays.

Cash prizes and certificates were awarded to top three winners in each category.

Following are the winners, in order of first, second adn third.

School), Jayda McLaren (RCI), Valiyah Khurshid (RCI) Intermediate: Connor Fulton (RCIS), Evan Hart (STA), Carter Hill (STA) Junior: Allysin Kehoe-St.Amand (STA), Asha Panesar (OLF), Ian Eisen (Admaston Public School) Primary: Hanna Grace Pratt (St. Joe’s, Calabogie), Payton Fleming (St. Joe’s, Calabogie), Makayla Epp (St. Joe’s, Calabogie) ESSAY

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Senior: Justin Billard-Lyaman (Renfrew Collegiate Institute), Alicia Forgie (RCI), Bryson Lines (RCI) Intermediate: Meagan Vandersleen (St. Thomas the Apostle), Cassandra Hewitt (Renfrew Collegiate Intermediate School), Illana Martinson (St. Joseph’s Calabogie) Junior: Ethan Lafont (Our Lady of Fatima), Tommy MacAskill (OLF), Garret Eady (OLF) Primary: Sarah Wilson (Queen Elizabeth Public School), Derrick O’Grady (QEPS), Chayse Murack (QEPS) COLOUR POSTER

Senior: Mary Elizabeth McNulty (St. Joe’s HS), Anna Carthy (RCI), Kelsey de Boer (RCI) Intermediate: no entries Junior: Katie Brydges (Admaston), Carter Sammon (QEPS), Dawson Stroud (Admaston) POEMS

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Wesley Bomhower language and melodies of the birds and creatures of the forest — the frogs “cheeping and thrumming” or the bobolink with its ‘spink-spank-spink’.

And there was always a poem or story ready to be shared for special days.

Wes penned new material for occasions as they came along, in particular Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Wes always had a touching tribute to soldiers at the Remembrance Day ceremonies at Calabogie.

It is said that the loss of just one storyteller is equal to the loss of 100 other souls.

This is true in every culture and here in the Valley, Wes Bomhower was one of those storytellers who kept personal histories of bygone days; the culture, memories, music and events in wonderful detail.

His loss is huge, not only to

his family and friends to whom he was so very dear, but to the many people, present and future who have or may one day read his chronicles and enjoy a glimpse into rural Ontario life in the early and mid-20th century.

Wes was a fine and truly inspirational man who gave his time and his talents generously.

He worked hard throughout his career and in retirement volunteered as a Home Support driver for many years.

Even as he suffered from terminal cancer, Wes continued to delight others with his poems, stories, conversations and musical performances.

He was a kind and gentle individual who will be deeply missed by his long-time companion Theresa Gallagher, by his children and grandchildren and by his countless friends.

On a brilliant, sunny afternoon in June, an overflowing crowd came together at the Calabogie United Church to honour and say “so long’ to Wesley Gordon Bomhower.

Wes’s spirit was returned to his beloved Calabogie through songs, stories and a farewell poem which Wes himself wrote just months before his passing. It was truly a privilege to know the man, to share his legacy and to celebrate his life and gifts.

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Senior: Andrea Martin (RCI), Melissa Blemkie (RCI), Sage Melville (RCI) Intermediate: Mikaela Ripley (RCI), Sam Gamache (RCI), Griffin Campbell (RCI) Junior: Mattea Schaap (Central Public School), Colby Bleeks (QEPS), Chloe Gibbons (Admaston).

tar at first simply to amuse himself, but with his warm, affable personality and musical gift he was soon playing with co-workers, creating music and making friends along the way. Around the time of his retirement in 1989, he purchased a home in Calabogie.

Wes began to take up writing more seriously at that time as a way to help him cope with the loss of his son Paul.

He was published in many of the local papers including The Madawaska Highlander, The Eganville Leader, The Renfrew Mercury and The Ottawa Citizen.

Wes’s tales reached back to the 1930s; sweet and poignant memories of his family life, scraping by during the hard times of the Depression.

He shared his recollections without judgment and when telling stories about those old days, he would often purse his lips, and shake his head slowly recalling the seriousness of a certain situation or the enormous difficulties faced by his neighbours, friends and the men hired to work out on the line installing electric power across the province.

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Parade cancelled, but Santa makes it Youngsters enjoy a visit from Santa despite the Dec. 22 cancellation of the Douglas Lions Club Santa Claus Parade. Weather conditions forced only the second cancellation of the parade in several years. From left, with Santa, are Carley May, Austin Crogey, Lydia Dwyer (top), Sophie Dwyer and Brydget Gauthier. At right: Kane Yeretch, 6, of Douglas enjoys a visit with Santa. Even though weather conditions forced cancellation of the Santa Claus parade, more than 40 children made it to St. Michael’s Catholic School for a visit with Santa and to accept a package of sweet goodies from Douglas Lions Club volunteers. The club also conducted its annual cash draw, which resulted in a $500 first prize for Ralph Martin of Beachburg. Second-place Brenda Donaghue won $300 and third-place Brady Tracey received $200.

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Scotiabank presents a $2,500 cheque to Renfrew County United Way on behalf of the county’s seven Scotiabank branches. From left are Arnprior branch manager Stacey Kelly, Renfrew branch manager Mike Brydges, Ottawa Valley Scotiabank community manager and Pembroke branch manager John Becvar, Beachburg and Cobden branches manager Mary MacFarlane, Renfrew County United Way executive director Gail Logan and funds distribution committee chair Cathi Fairfield, and Deep River branch manager Brian Morris. “It’s a donation for community well-being, and Renfrew County United Way is all about that,” said Becvar.

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The Renfrew County United Way’s annual fundraising campaign began on Sept. 10 and was scheduled to run until Dec. 12.

However, as of mid-December, we had not achieved our goal of raising $500,000. We have secured approximately $370,000 in donations and pledges, receivable through workplace payroll deductions, so the United Way Board decided to extend the campaign until Jan. 31, 2014.

I’m appealing to all residents and businesses of Renfrew County to please give generously to the United Way. Your donation stays in the Ottawa Valley to help those in our community most in need.

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The United Way focuses its resources on six impact areas that Renfrew County communities have identified: child poverty; youth; seniors; safe and affordable housing; transportation; and health.

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For further information call DAVE or Stephanie 613-432-3655 R0062415780

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GRADUATION

BUSINESS SERVICES

HUNTING HUNTER SAFETY Canadian Firearms Course.

Courses and exams held throughout the year. Will do Private groups as well.

Call Kevin 613.432.5192 kevin.white@bell.net

ACCOUNTING CHRONICLE DIAMOND AWARD WINNER 2009, 2010 & 2011 Saturn Accounting Services 613-832-4699

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FARM JD 2350 4x4 loader; MF 265 loader; NH L250 skidsteer; 8’ snow blower, $1,750; CIH 5100 grain drill. 613-223-6026.

Congratulations Julie Lepine

On your graduations from: 2002 – Ottawa University with Honours in Social Sciences 2013 – Carleton University with a Masters of Applied Linguistics and Discourse Studies May 2013 – Julie accepted a position at Carleton University as an Instructor of English as a Second Language for Academic Purposes.

WAY TO GO JEWEL Always proud, love Andrew, Charlie, Maxwell, Mom & Dad

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CARD OF THANKS

Thank You

COMMERCIAL SPACE, on busy Madawaska Street, Arnprior. almost 500 sq ft, $735 (taxes included) plus hydro and hot water.

613-623-9282

Carpentry, Repairs, Rec Rooms, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates, 25 years ex- Prime Commercial Space available immediately, perience. 613-832-2540 Main St. Renfrew. Parking lot available and wheelchair access. Call for details. 613.432.1911 WEDDING

WEDDING

CARD OF THANKS

COMMERCIAL RENT

Randy & Danielle Pierce of Pakenham, ON and Keith & Carol Peterson of Rosetown, SK, along with Aspen Presley Pierce, are pleased to announce the marriage of

Kristin Sara Peterson &

Matthew Robert Pierce on November 28, 2013 in the Mayan Riviera. Wedding Celebrations will be held on January 4, 2014 in Arnprior, ON and on January 18, 2014 in Rosetown, SK. CARD OF THANKS

CARD OF THANKS

A Tribute to Groves Park Lodge One of the most difficult choices a family may have to make when a parent needs to leave his or her home is what to do. Fortunately, we found a gem for our mother, Lucie McGregor, in Grove Park Lodge Renfrew.

The Family of the late Lucie McGregor We would like to thank our family, friends and neighbours for the flowers, cards and expression of condolences on the passing of our remarkable mother, Lucie McGregor.

A special thanks to: Dr. Langlois for her care and friendship for Lucie over the years.

The exceptional staff at Grove Park Lodge Renfrew who made it her home.

Don, Janet and Natasha of Goulet Funeral Home for their compassion and professionalism.

The C.W.L of which Lucie was proud to be a member.

Fr. Brennan and Fr. Holly.

Her grandsons who were her pallbearers and to Tanya Lou whose tribute brought her to life.

Over the years the staff welcomed not only Lucie but us. They kept us informed at all times. There is respect and access for all religious beliefs. Whether one works in housekeeping, kitchen, floor or office it is one caring team.

They take the time to know their residents – individual, personal gifts are chosen for special occasions. Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving and St. Patrick’s Day are special for residents and family.

For twelve years we have shared much laughter and tears with our second family, the staff of Grove Park Lodge.

Thank you for making a home for Lucie and for us.

The McGregor family CLR493090

On-site firewood processing from $15/cord! 20-1000+ cord no problem! Up to 12 cord/hour! We are mobile and process anywhere across Ontario! Email: firewoodsales@live.ca Call: 613-853-3473.

FITNESS & HEALTH New Miracle Weight Loss product. Guaranteed to work for you. I’ve lost 200 pounds and I’ll be your personal weight loss coach. Free info pack: 613-200-1523 email: Wow4YouNow@gmail.com

FOR RENT 1 and 2 bedroom apt, 71 Sullivan Cres Arnprior.

Available now, includes heat, water, fridge, stove and parking. Laundry on site. $645/$745 Info 819.773.2620

CARD OF THANKS

FOR RENT 1 BEDROOM, 106 John Street Arnprior, 2nd floor above Sew Inspired , 620 sq. Quiet center town location, available immediately. AC, fridge and stove, no pets, first and last $675/month plus utilities.

Day 613-623-4979 evenings 613-623-5920 1 Bedroom Apartment in Arnprior. Very clean, quiet building. Near the Grove.

Recently renovated. Hardwood floors. Non-smoking, no pets, hydro extra. $675.00 Call (613) 623-0395.

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

The family of the late FRANCES BRUNKE would like to express our sincere appreciation to family, friends, neighbours, and members of the parish for their many acts of kindness and support. Your food donations, flowers, donations to the various charities, stories, cards of sympathy and consoling words were of great comfort. Thanks to Rev. P. Blake for the funeral service and to the mountain choir and Mamie, the organist. A special thanks to brothers Wayne, Ken, nephews Michael, Justin, James and brother-in-law Mark for being her pallbearers and honorary pall bearers Jonathon, Wyatt and Ernie. Thanks to readers Marlene, Meghan and Madison. Thank you to the DACA center and the ladies who prepared a tremendous meal. Thank you to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital for their care, to Dr. Arcand and a special thank you to the nurses from ParaMed for their exceptional care and respect for Frances. Thank you for the compassion and guidance by Goulet Funeral Home. The kindness shown to our family at this time will always be remembered.

The Brunke Family CLR492821

FOR RENT SEMI-DETACHED, 30 Ashbury Street, Arnprior, Available January 1. 3 bedroom, 1 full bath, 2 half baths, finished basement, 5 appliances, central air, n o n - s m o k e r s , $1300/month+util.

613-836-8067

One bedroom plus a child’s bedroom, walking distance to schools & downtown shopping. Asking $850.00/ month plus utilities. Please contact Greg Townley Broker of Record, Mather Insurance Renfrew, central location, and Real Estate recently renovated 3 BR, ARNPRIOR, Quiet, Private 613-282-7125.

LR, DR, full kitchen (no apt for rent above retail appliances) private drive store (store open 9-5 so and yard. Quiet neighbourvery quiet after hours). PENTHOUSE style 2 bed- hood. $890 plus utilities.

Plenty of parking, washer room now available in Arn- First/last and references and dryer included, refer- prior, reduced to $995. For required. 613.292.7323 ences a must. Yearly lease viewing go to Kijiji preferred. Ideal for single Ad#470258683 TWO BEDROOM apartor retired couple. $975 all or call 613-229-1850 ment on Madawaska St., inclusive. To view pictures Arnprior. Fridge, stove, see Kijiji Ad# 546376712 and parking. Second floor, For more info please call NO PETS, $725+hydro and Alex 613-623-2582 hot water. 613-623-9282 ARNPRIOR ALWAYS CLEAN, MODERN Secure 1&2 Bedroom apts. on First Avenue.

Fridge, stove, parking incl. Discounts for mature tenants.

623-8537 after 6pm

1 Bedroom ApartmentTowne Centre-$675 Jan 1/14. Two minute walk from downtown, mature tenants only, 2nd floor, no AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Large 2 bedroom pets, 613-623-0866. apartment, fridge, stove, 2 BEDROOM Apt, fridge, parking included. Has gas stove, heat, parking in- fireplace and window air cluded. Tenant pays hydro. conditioner, $825/month $790+hydro. For viewing +utilities, first and last required. For viewing call or call or text 613-899-6593 text 613-899-6595 2 bedroom apt open concept with sky lights, top floor, 248 Lynn St. Ren- Cobden apartments for frew, $720 plus heat & hy- rent. Bachelor $550 a dro, available first week of month, 1 bedroom $600 a month. Heat & hydro exJanuary. 613.433.5937 tra, parking and laundry on 2 BEDROOM CONDO, site, no smoking building, clean, quiet and bright, 613.851.4630 Campbell Court, 124 Daniel St, S, Arnprior, secure Convenient Downtown lobuilding, non-smoking, 5 cation in Arnprior. 1 appliances, parking includ- bedrm apt. $700./month & ed. $960 per month, close 2 bedrm apt. $725./month to shopping.

Call includes water & parking.

613-623-6498 Tenant pays gas & hydro, Please call Greg Townley 2 BEDROOM first floor Broker of Record, Mather apartment in Arnprior. Insurance & Real Estate Available January 1st, 613-282-7125.

Bright well-maintained non-smoking building. $750/month plus hydro. DOWNTOWN ARNPRIOR Parking for 1 car. 1 bedroom, heat included. $575+hydro. First and last, 613-620-7278 no smoking, no pets, emreference.

3 BEDROOM APT, Arnpri- ployment or, Spacious sunny and 613-433-6000 quiet, lots of storage, appliances, parking and laun- LARGE 1 bedroom; 84 dry, February 1st, John Street N, Upstairs; $ 8 6 5 / m o n t h . Available immediately 613-838-2765 heat, water, fridge & stove included. $510, 1st and required.

Call CARD OF THANKS last 613-623-4246 day or 613-623-7482 evening.

Suitable ONLY for single, quiet, mature person. NOT suitable for children. NO PETS/NO SMOKING

7ITH (EARTFUL 4HANKS

FOR RENT RENFREW, 3 bedroom, 2 storey house with yard, 320 Harry Street, $1000/month plus utilities.

Available Jan. 1st, 613-570-8965, 613-281-1728

RENFREW small 1 bedroom partially furnished, first&last, $475+utilities, 3 Bedroom House $850+utilities, 1st and last close to downtown, references, no pets 613-623-4747

BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY

ANNIVERSARY

Happy 4th Birthday to our angel

PEIGHTON! Love Mommy, Daddy, Austin, Grandma & Grandpa CLR493117

ANNIVERSARY

To my Soul Mate Luci

Happy 6th Anniversary Love Cory Jan 5th 2008

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GRADUATION

adrienne.barr@metroland.com

CARD OF THANKS

PAPOUSEK

The Papousek families would like to thank friends, neighbors & the community of Renfrew for the kindness, support & many various donations given throughout these past months for our mother & father Anne & Jarda.

Sincerely Paul, Jerry & Mark

CLR493152

Email

613.623.6571

CLR492992

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Email

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FOR SALE

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

LEGAL

PETS

Discouraged insuring with total strangers? Professional Brokers, Small town service. Try us out. Eady Insurance.

613-432-8543, 1-888-275-3239 www.eadyinsurance.ca

CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE. NO RISK program. STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. FREE Consultation. Call us NOW. We can Help! 1-888-356-5248

RETIREMENT APARTMENTS, ALL inclusive.

Meals, transportation, activities daily. Short leases.

Monthly specials! Call 877-210-4130

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality.

All Shapes & Colors Available.

Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper

Help Wanted! Make $1000 weekly mailing brochures from HOME! 3 Ice Fishing Shacks for NO experience required.

Rent, please call Start immediately!

613-623-9410 www.TheMailingHub.com

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let your past limit your career plans!

Since 1989 Confidential, Fast Affordable - A+ BBB Rating EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM Call for FREE INFO BOOKLET 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) w w w . R e m o v e Yo u r R e cord.com

Dog Sitting- Experienced retired breeder providing lots of TLC. My home.

Smaller dogs only.

References available. $17-$20 daily Marg 613-721-1530 www. lovingcaredogsitting.com

STEEL BUILDI N G S / M E T A L BUILDINGS UP TO 60% OFF!30x40, 40x60, 50x80, 60x100,80x100 sell for balance owed!

Call: 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

HELP WANTED, Part time delivery person, apply in person, Mama Rosa Restaurant, Arnprior.

613-622-0022

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Hunter Safety/Canadian Fire-arms Courses and exams throughout the year.

Held once a month at Carp. Call Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.

SATURN ACCOUNTING SERVICES

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE SCRAP CARS Will pay $50 -$200, or more depending on types.

Picked up free.

613-432-3464 or cell 613-432-0449

613-832-4699

WORK WANTED PERSONAL

HELP WANTED

Send A Load to the dump, cheap. Clean up clutter, garage sale leftovers or TRUE PSYCHICS leaf and yard waste.

For Answers, CALL NOW 613-256-4613.

24/7 Toll FREE 1-877-342-3032 Mobile: #4486 www.truepsyHELP WANTED chics.ca

1. Farm Labour – Picking strawberries, raspberries, beans and other farm labour.

2. Selling produce at our Farm Market Stands throughout the Ottawa Valley.

Applicants should be college/university age or older and in good physical health as physical labour is required. Visit our website www.mcgregorsproduce.com for more information AND to find our application form. Email a completed application form and resume to mcgregorsproduce@gmail.com or mail to: McGregor’s Produce, 351 Lochwinnoch Rd.. Brae Braeside, ON, K0A 1G0.

Galilee Mission Centre of Arnprior invites applications for the position of

HELP WANTED

Manufacturing Engineer

CLR487184

CLR492544

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

For details of this employment opportunity see our website: WWW.GALILEECENTRE.COM

HELP WANTED

Nylene Canada Inc., a producer of Nylon Polymer and Carpet Fibre in Arnprior Ontario, has an immediate career opportunity for a team oriented process technical leader.

This position requires a recognized degree in a Chemical or Mechanical engineering discipline with 7 – 10 years of related experience; a professional designation or the ability to acquire same would be desirable. Practical knowledge in all facets of a manufacturing environment with a focus on process, projects and support functions is required.

Experience and knowledge of polymer and co-polymer production is a desired asset.

Your excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities, along with your good leadership, supervisory, managerial, planning and interpersonal skills will serve you well in this challenging career position. You will be responsible for the oversight, control, development, and troubleshooting of processes as well as the implementation of associated projects that may result.

To the successful candidate, Nylene Canada Inc. will provide a competitive compensation package and personal growth and advancement opportunities.

Please forward your resume to: Human Resources Department Nylene Canada Inc. 200 McNab Street Arnprior, Ontario, K7S 3P2 Or email to: bob.clouthier@nylene.com We thank all the applicants for applying. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No agencies please.

McGregor’s Produce is seeking staff for the summer of 2014. There are two types of positions available:

WANTED

FINANCIAL / INCOME TAX CHRONICLE DIAMOND AWARD WINNER 2009, 2010 & 2011

HELP WANTED CLR492189

HUNTING SUPPLIES

HELP WANTED

CLR493114

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COUNTY OF RENFREW Employment Opportunity

BONNECHERE MANOR Long Term Care Home

Bonnechere Manor, a safe and caring community to live, work and enjoy life.

REGISTERED NURSE Part Time

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Qualifications: x A Registered Nurse with a current certificate of competency from the College of Nurses of Ontario with annual mandatory licensing renewal x The ability to work any shifts, be available for short-notice call-ins and to maintain regular attendance is required Compensation: Start - $37.22 x 1 Year - $41.17 x 2 Years - $43.38 x 3 Years - $48.84 x 25 Years - $49.71 Please note, starting salary is adjusted based on proof of relevant past RN experience at the rate of one increment for every year of experience with the exception of the 25 year rate which requires 25 years of experience.

Flexible Schedule Health Benefits Convenient Locations Scholarship Programs Incentive Programs

NOW HIRING STORE MANAGER Drop off your resume at either Tim Hortons in Renfrew or email your resume to cathi4tims@hotmail.com or wardo@sympatico.ca CLR492182 26 The Renfrew Mercury EMC - Thursday, January 2, 2014

For a complete job description and qualifications, please see the County of Renfrew website at http://www.countyofrenfrew.on.ca/departments/human-resources/unionized-job-descriptions/

Please send your resume, stating Competition #14-01, by 4:00 p.m., Friday, January 3, 2014 to: Human Resources, County of Renfrew 9 International Drive, Pembroke ON K8A 6W5 EMAIL: hrinfo@countyofrenfrew.on.ca (in MS Word or pdf format) https://www.facebook.com/BonnechereManor#!/BonnechereManor Thank you for your interest, however, only applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.

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GEORGEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BARBER SHOP

BOWES, May In loving memory of a dear Aunt who passed away January 1st.

47 McGarry Ave Renfrew Phone

613-432-9335 PROFESSIONAL HANDYMAN The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Honey Do Thisâ&#x20AC;?

Company

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Located approximately 150 kilometers west of Ottawa, the Pembroke Regional Hospital delivers a broad range of acute, post-acute, outpatient and diagnostic services to a mixed urban and rural population of approximately 55,000 residents in the City of Pembroke, the Town of Petawawa, and surrounding municipalities. With the dedicated support of 750 staff members, an engaged physician community and hundreds of active volunteers, the Pembroke Regional Hospital provides acute services in emergency and intensive care, medical/surgical care, acute mental health, pediatrics and obstetrics. The Hospital has a full range of rehabilitation services, acts as the District Stroke Centre for our region, and provides community-based mental health services throughout Renfrew County.

Chemotherapy, dialysis and a variety of ambulatory care clinics are offered on an outpatient basis through partnerships with regional centres and nearby specialists. The Hospital offers a full range of diagnostic services including computed tomography, nuclear medicine and mammography, and approval has recently been received to add magnetic resonance imaging.

BILL WEISS 613-570-1488

weissmaintenance@gmail.com Renfrew-Calabogie-Arnprior

We are currently recruiting for the following position: r Respiratory Therapist - this position is offered on a Casual basis. Respiratory Therapists practise as members of a multi-disciplinary team in accordance with the Regulated Health Professions Act, the Public Hospitals Act, and the Standards set by the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO). In keeping with the Hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mission, Vision and Values, and policies and procedures, RTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s provide professional care to patients.

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OR e-mail: recruitment@pemreghos.org We thank all candidates for applying, however, only applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged.

An equal opportunity employer/Visit our Website at: www.pemreghos.org CLR492298

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

CMF "WBJMB /PX

Large Bright

1 & 2 bedroom apartments 613-623-7207 for viewing appointment

HYLAND In loving memory of my mother Shirley Hyland who passed away three years ago on December 28th, 2010.

FOR RENT

KANATA Available Immediately

CLR470344

3 bedroom townhouse, 1.5 baths, 2 appliances, unďŹ nished basement, one parking spot. $1071 per month plus utilities.

613-831-3445 613-257-8629 www.rankinterrace.com

McGRIMMON HOLDINGS

They say there is a reason, They say that time will heal, But neither time no reason will change the way I feel.

For no one knows the heartache, That lies behind my smile, No one knows how many times, I have broken down and cried, I want to tell you something, So there wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be any doubt, Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re so wonderful to think of, But so hard to be without.

Jill Breton and Family

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IN MEMORIAM

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Harold Leitch 1954 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2011

CORNER OF HWY 15 & BAY ROAD IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

Fondly loved and deeply mourned, Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been three years since youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been gone.

Heart of my heart, I miss you so; Often my darling, my tears will ďŹ&#x201A;ow; Dimming your picture whereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;er I go; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Tis sad but true, I will abide, Until some day weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be side by side Lovingly remembered Nancy, Samantha & Thomas

IN MEMORIAM

Mom & Dad Graham Forrest Jan 10, 2003 Vera Forrest Dec 29, 2005 We feel a warmth around us Like your presence is so near, And we close our eyes to visualize Your face when you were here, We endure the times we spent together And they are locked inside our hearts, For as long as we have those memories We will never be apart, Even though we cannot speak no more Our voice is always there, Because every night before we sleep We have you in our prayers.

The Forrest Family and Earl Walsh

Offering affordable one & two bedroom apartments.

Keegan Melville January 3, 2012

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been 2 years now since you left us.

Our hearts ache every day missing all of who you were and all of who you were becoming.

There is a void that time cannot ďŹ ll and wishing cannot change.

We love you Keegan Forever and Always Mom, Dad, Liam & Sage

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In loving memory of Colton Simons who left us January 7, 2013 Dani and Lizzy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dancing in the Sky What does it look like in heaven Is it peaceful is it free like they say Does the sun shining bright forever Have your fears and your pain gone away Cause Here on earth it feels like everything.. good is missing, since you left and here on earth everything is different, there is an emptiness Oh I, hope youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re dancing in the sky I hope youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re singing in the angels choir I hope the angels, know what they have I bet itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so nice up in heaven since you arrived So tell me what, do you do up in heaven Are your days filled with love and light Is there music? Is there art and invention Tell me are you happy are you more alive Cause Here on earth it feels like everything.. good is missing, since you left and here on earth everything is different, there is an emptiness Oh I, I hope youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re dancing in the sky I hope youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re singing in the angels choir I hope the angels, know what they have I bet itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so nice up in heaven since you arrived

COLTON SIMONS

January 5, 1999 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; January 7, 2013

For a viewing and more information call Derek McGrimmon

432-1911 CLR418895

¸ Security building, Apts recently redecorated, ample kitchen cabinets and closets. ¸ Close to shopping and medical services. ¸ Elevator and Laundry on site. ¸ 1 bedroom $745+utilities ¸ 2 bedroom $835+utilities ¸ Please respectfully no pets / no smoking. ¸ Free Parking

IN MEMORIAM

GARAGE SALE

Myles R. Delarge

July 12, 1930 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; January 1, 2013 In our hearts you will always stay Loved and remembered every day Love wife Shirley, children Lynn, Nancy, Peter, David, Paul & families

You can shed tears that he is gone or you can smile because he has lived.

Your heart can be empty because you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see him or you can be full of the love you shared.

You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.

You can remember him and only that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gone or you can cherish his memory and let it live on.

You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back or you can do what he would want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.

Forever loved and missed Grandpa and Grandma Simons

Missing you every minute of every day, Loving you always, Mom, Dad and Jessica

CLR493144

Campbell View & Campbell Place, Robert Street, Arnprior

FOR RENT

COE, Sherri-lynn In loving memory of the dear daughter of Charles and Donna, and also Mom of Hailey-Dawn; who passed away December 28, 2002.

Forever loved, Mom, Hailey-Dawn, Richard, Kyle and Nick

CLR451243

Living and working in the Renfrew County means safe, friendly communities, an abundance of recreational facilities and green space, short commutes, and quality education and health care facilities. For more information on living in Pembroke or Renfrew County visit www.countyrenfrew.on.ca or www.pembrokeontario.com.

Lovingly remembered by Shawnalee, Jamie, Paddy & Cordell

Remembering you is easy, We do it every day.

Missing you is a heartache, That never goes away.

You had a smile for everyone, Your had a heart of gold.

You left the sweetest memories, The world could ever hold.

To us you were someone special, What more is there to say, Except to wish with all our hearts, That you were here today.

If you are looking for a career in a progressive facility, consider Pembroke Regional Hospital as your employer of choice!

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Nothing can every take away The love a heart holds dear Fond memories linger every day Remembrance keeps her near.

GARAGE SALE

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IN MEMORIAM

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PEMBROKE REGIONAL HOSPITAL INC. Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;HOPITAL REGIONAL DE PEMBROKE INC.

BUSINESS SERVICES

CLR489014

HELP WANTED

CLR493057

HELP WANTED

adrienne.barr@metroland.com

CLR492786

HELP WANTED

Email

CL433486_1003

613.623.6571

CLR454160

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IN MEMORIAM

DEATH NOTICE

DEATH NOTICE

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IN MEMORIAM

MCCAFFREY; Emma Louisa

In memory of a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather who passed away January 2, 2012.

DEATH NOTICE

GILLAN; Dale Allan

BEALL,

May 27, 1939 - December 21, 2013

Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre 138 Daniel Street N. Arnprior Memorial service to take place at a later date. Spring interment Arnprior Malloch Road Cemetery. In memoriams to Arnprior Salvation Army would be appreciated by her family. Condolences/Tributes/ Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca

Veteran WW II Peacefully at Hospice Renfrew with family by his side in the early hours of Thursday, December 19th, 2013. James Alexander “Jim” Wilkie of Quail Creek Retirement Residence, Renfrew passed away following a brief illness. Dear son of the late Alexander Wilkie and the late Sarah Thomson Hay. Dearly loved father of Clive Wilkie (Jacquie) of Seattle, Washington; Carole Wilkie (Sam Ree) of Buckhorn, ON and Kathryn McAllister (Bill) of Castleford. Cherished “Grandpa” of Steven, Leanne, Cameron and Nicole and “Great-Grandpa” of Liam and Abigail.

Predeceased by his sisters: Amy McGowan (late James) and Violet Wilkie. Family and friends were invited to pay their respects at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday evening, December 21st from 5 to 8 p.m. and again on Sunday, December 22nd from 12 noon until 12:45 p.m. A service to honour the life of Jim Wilkie was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel on Sunday afternoon at 1 o’clock.

Rev. Bruce Ferguson officiated. Cremation followed with interment in Scotland in 2014. In memory of Jim, a donation to Hospice Renfrew would be greatly appreciated by his family.

Condolences/Tributes/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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FULTON; Jean Elizabeth Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, December 21, 2013 in her 82nd year, surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of the late Bernard Fulton for nearly 62 years. Loving mother of Beth Kosowski (Charles), Wanda Lynch (Jim), Alma Fulton-Delarge, and Robert (Zabrina). Proud grandmother of Ryan (Jayme), Matthew, April, Terri (Mike), Chris (Catrienna), William, Mallory, James and Connor, and greatgrandmother of Nadine, Logan, and Lucas.

Dear sister of Jack, Jim, Edith (Maurice), Edna Scott (Jim) and Russell (Corrine). She will be missed by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Resting at McPhail & Perkins Funeral Home, 85 Munro Ave. E., Renfrew on Monday, December 23 from 2 – 4 p.m. and 7 – 9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Interment at Admaston Cemetery in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations to Grace United Church, Admaston or the Renfrew CCAC – Palliative Care would be appreciated by the family.

Condolences or donations may be made at www.mcphailandperkins.ca

Dale passed away suddenly but peacefully at his home in Goshen Saturday December 21, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. He was predeceased by his parents, Clarence and Clara.

He will be dearly missed by his loving companion of 48 years, Jean (Eady). Loving father of Chuck (Susan), Chris (Angela), Kim (Greg) Flynn, Kerri-Lynn (John) Headrick and Karen (Nathan) Thomson. He has many grandchildren that were his pride and joy: Tanya Barber, Dianne (Andrew) Rodger, Jennifer Flynn, Madelaine, Olivia and Lucas Gillan, David and Daniel Headrick, William and Matthew Thomson and one greatgranddaughter, Eliza Rodger. He will be sadly missed by his sisters Beverley (Fred Pultz), Faith (Glen McCallum), Brenda (David) Code, and his in-laws, Harold (Irene) Eady, Ernest (Shirley) Eady, Pearl (Ray) McDonald and Brian Eady. Dale loved being part of the community, and played an active role in township council and volunteered with the Cemetery and Hospital Boards. He loved living on the family farm, and always enjoyed a visit with his neighbours and friends. We will be honouring him with the following visitation and service at the The Boyce Funeral Home, Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre 138 Daniel St. N., Arnprior Visitations Monday December 23, 2013 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service Tuesday December 24, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in the Boyce Chapel. Cremation has taken place. Spring interment Goshen Road Cemetery. In lieu of flowers in memoriams to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated by his family.

Condolences / Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca

FULTON; Bernard Passed away at Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Saturday, November 23, 2013 in his 84th year, holding the hand of his beloved wife Jean (nee Lalonde). Bernard and Jean were married for nearly 62 years. Loving father of Beth Kosowski (Charles), Wanda Lynch (Jim), Alma Fulton-Delarge, and Robert (Zabrina). Proud grandfather of Ryan (Jayme), Matthew, April, Terri (Mike), Chris (Catrienna), William, Mallory, James and Connor, and great-grandfather of Nadine, Logan, and a soon to arrive baby boy. Predeceased by his daughters Terry Jean, twin girls (at birth) and his siblings Beth Ziebarth and Jimmy. He will be missed by his brothers and sisters in law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Resting at McPhail & Perkins Funeral Home, 85 Munro Ave. E., Renfrew on Monday, November 25 from 2 – 4 p.m. and 7 – 9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday at 2 p.m. Interment at Admaston Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation or CHEO would be appreciated by the family.

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Passed away in the Grove Nursing Home Arnprior on Sunday December 22, 2013. Lillian Beall of Arnprior and formerly of Montreal, P.Q. at the age of 85 years. Predeceased by her parents John Kenny and Grace Davis. Mother of Alice Corbett of Oakville. Grandmother of David, Timothy, Ryan and Scott. Dear sister of Rose Marie of Boston, Helen Kenny of Montreal, Vera Harvey of Verdun and Joan Roe of Montreal. Predeceased by siblings, Mary, Grace, Margaret, Dennis, Leo and Sidney. Close friend of Lynn Browning and Aileen Emard, both of Arnprior.

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CURRY; Lucy Mary Peacefully at the Bonnechere Manor, Renfrew, on Thursday December 19, 2013, Lucy Friske, in her 103rd year. Beloved wife of the late John Michael Curry; dear mother of Leonard (Gladys), Renfrew, Dorothy (late Allen) Edwards, Peterborough, Jane, Renfrew.

Dear grandmother of Richard & Tracey Edwards, Jonathan & Shannon Curry and great grandmother of Chad, Charlize, J.R. and Benjamin. Survived by sisters Irene Blimkie and Catherine Robertson. Pre-deceased by parents John and Mary Ann (O’Nanski) Friske; sisters & brothers Thomas, Kathleen, Veronica, Patrick, Joe, Jim (Theresa), Louis, Lawrence, Betty Hoffman, Tessie Closs, Annie Hebert & Alice Bruce.

Visitations at the GOULET FUNERAL HOME, 310 Argyle St. S., Renfrew, Monday: 9 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Monday December 23rd at 1 p.m. Spring interment St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. In memory of Lucy, donations to Our Lady of Fatima Building Fund or Bonnechere Manor Foundation would be appreciated.

Online condolences/donations: www.gouletfuneralhome.com

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Forever Loved, Thelma, Debbie, Hal, Lindsay and Josh, Olivia and Nigel

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Gone but Not Forgotten God saw that he was getting tired, A cure was not to be, So He put his arms around him, And whispered “Come with me” With tearful eyes we watched him suffer, And saw him fade away, Although we loved him dearly, We could not make him stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands to rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes “the best”.

Gone yet not forgotten, Although we are apart Your spirit lives with us, Forever in our hearts.

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Peacefully at home in Arnprior in the early hours of Friday, December 20th, 2013; Yvonne passed away at the age of 84 years.

Daughter of the late Allan Moran and the late Irene Pelletier. Beloved wife of Merrill.

Dearly loved mother of Laurie Chambers, Lorraine Chambers, Janet Ashworth, Janis Pruneau (Fred), Kelly Walker (Randy) and Avonne Chambers and special stepmother of Susan Osborne (Bruce), William Heise (Shirley), Brenda Muir (Jim), Kimberley McNab (Dave Buck), Tania Roffey (Ron Byrne), Cindy Kellett (Chris) and Betty-Ann Heise. Predeceased by a daughter, Vickie Derks and a stepson, Randy Heise. Dear sister of Jean Zeibell.

Also predeceased by 4 brothers: Jimmy, Frank, Allan and Jack Moran and 2 sisters: Joyce Kehoe and Betty MacIntosh. Also survived by many grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Friday morning, December 27th from 10:30 until 12 noon. A brief time of remembrance will follow. Cremation to take place. In memory of Yvonne, a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated.

Condolences/Tributes/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Passed away peacefully after a sudden illness at Queensway Carleton Hospital on Monday December 16, 2013 at the age of 82. Loving father to Anita Robertson (Joe), Sonya Rodger, and Leisa Daly (Kevin). Proud grandfather of Taylor, Clark, Laura, Christine, Wesley, Samantha, Will, Tom, Erin and Ali and great- grandfather to Max and Liam. He is survived by his brother Gayle Rodger of BC, and sister-in-laws Mildred, Fern and Alta Rodger. Predeceased by brothers Glenn, Ralph and Clive Rodger and sister Florence Gilchrest (Arthur). Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends at Baskin Place in Arnprior.

Heartfelt thanks to the medical staff at the Arnprior District Memorial Hospital and the Queensway Carleton Hospital.

Arrangements by The Boyce Funeral Home, Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre 138 Daniel St. N., Arnprior Memorial service was held Saturday December 21 at 11:00 a.m. in the Boyce Chapel. A Reception followed in the Boyce Reception Centre. Rev. Leo Hughes officiated. In memoriams to “Partners in Caring” of the Arnprior District Memorial Hospital would be appreciated by his family.

Condolences / Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca

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HEISE; Yvonne (formerly Chambers, nee Moran)

(nee Rechenberg) April 17, 1921– December 19, 2013 Passed away peacefully in Groves Park Lodge, Renfrew Thursday December 19, 2013 in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Harper McCaffrey (1998). Dear mother of Wayne (Arlene) McCaffrey and Sylvia (Gerry) Suprenant, all of Arnprior.

Loved grandmother of Alanna, Thyan, Kevin and Wayne Jr. Great grandmother of Kyarah, Brayden, Avery, and Jarrod.

Cherished great-great grandmother of Lexi and Trent. Predeceased by brothers Albert, Bill, Gust and Herman and sisters Clara Schnob, Elsie Parsons and Martha Townley.

Visitations were at the The Boyce Funeral Home, Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre 138 Daniel St. N., Arnprior where friends paid their respects Friday 7-9 p.m. and after 1:00 p.m. Saturday December 21, 2013. Funeral Service followed in the Boyce Chapel at 2:00 p.m. Interment Arnprior Malloch Road Cemetery. A Luncheon was held in the Boyce Reception Centre after the burial service. In memoriams to Groves Park Lodge or the charity of one’s choice appreciated by her family.

Condolences / Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca CLR493079

RODGER; Arnold Watson November 4, 1931-December 16, 2013

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Stay off early ice, warns OPP Renfrew OPP detachment News - The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) are reminding snowmobilers that no ice can be considered 100 per cent safe to ride on with a snowmobile.

This is especially true this winter when ice is forming earlier than usual in many areas and may look safe, but is not yet thick or strong enough.

This ice warning also applies during any prolonged period of thaw or rain, and late in the season after ice begins to deteriorate from milder temperatures.

To avoid unnecessary risks, the OPP and OFSC recommend that snowmobilers stick to available, land-based, OFSC prescribed trails whenever possible. OFSC clubs provide many trails that avoid water crossings altogether and

also provide many bridges and culverts to pass over known water crossings safely.

If you do make the personal choice to take the risk of travelling on ice by snowmobile, wait until a marked stake line is in place and cross only when you can follow it directly from shore to shore, without stopping on the ice.

While ice crossing is never a sure thing, snowmobilers can also reduce their risk by: • Checking ice thickness and quality before riding onto any frozen water; • Understanding that ice conditions may vary from day to day, from hour to hour and from place to place; • Never travelling on ice alone, at night or while impaired; • Avoiding slushy ice, untracked ice, or ice near moving water or dock bubblers;

Keep back from tow plows Motorists may see tow-plows clearing the way during their commute on local highways.

Tow-plows are an innovative way of using one truck and a new side blade in place of another truck, helping save the environment from additional gas emissions.

Tow-plows perform the same way as a regular plow. Winter operations are unchanged.

Regular combination units will also be in operation on highways. However, keep in mind: • If following a tow-plow the unit will move

• Watching out for obstacles like rocks, stumps, docks, ice roads and fishing huts; • Wearing a buoyant snowmobile suit and carrying ice picks.

The OPP is committed to saving lives on Ontario’s highways, trails and waterways through the reduction of preventable injury and death.

Initiatives are developed and delivered through the Provincial Traffic Safety Program. Visit opp.ca for more information.

The OFSC is committed to proactive leadership in promoting safe, responsible riding, on and off Ontario snowmobile trails, by building safer snowmobiling knowledge, attitudes and behaviours through rider education, safety legislation development and enforcement. For more information, visit ofsc.on.ca.

from left to right of the truck pulling it when deploying operations; • Drivers should follow a tow-plow at a distance and should not try to pass ; • Drivers should not try to pass any snow plow; • Plowing and sanding is only part of staying safe on the roads during the winter.

Motorists also have an important role to play by staying alert, slowing down and staying in control – the three key elements to safe winter driving. For more information, visit www.ontario.ca\511

SAFE WINTER TRAVELLING

News - With winter here, the OPP would like to remind drivers to consider weather conditions prior to travelling. When weather conditions are not favourable consider postponing your trip.

If travelling can’t be avoided, remember to reduce your speed for safer winter driving.

Give yourself extra space between vehicles in order to be able to stop safely. This is also the time of year when you will go through an awful lot of windshield washer fluid, so remember to top it up prior to any big trips.

For the most up-to-date conditions on highways in the province of Ontario, call 511, or visit the website www.ontario.ca/511 ASSAULT

One male is facing charges after a dispute in Arnprior became physical.

On Sunday, Dec. 15 in the afternoon the victim parked his vehicles on Daniel St. S., while he cleared snow from his driveway.

A dispute broke out after the accused attended the victim’s property to complain about the location of the vehicles.

The victim was physically assaulted and called police.

A 70-year-old Arnprior man was charged with assault. He was released on a promise to appear in court in Renfrew on Feb. 2.

Const. Carlvin Burgins investigated.

On Wednesday, Dec. 18 at about 10 p.m. the OPP were called to investigate after a report that a teenager had assaulted her guardian in Renfrew.

Police attended and investigated the dispute which broke out after the teen was late coming home for her curfew. The teen assaulted the guardian and left the home.

The teen was located and arrested. She was charged with assault and held for a bail hearing.

She cannot be identified under provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Const. Kyle Mask investigated.

THEFT

Police were called to No Frills in Renfrew after a female was arrested by store security for shoplifting.

The female entered the store and removed two items of makeup from the packaging and placed them in her purse. She then paid for other merchandise and left the store, making no attempt to pay for the items concealed in her purse.

Following the investigation the security official requested she be charged with an offence under the Trespass to Property Act, rather than theft.

A 24-year-old Renfrew woman was charged with engaging in a prohibited activity under the Trespass to Property Act. She was given a ticket for the offence.

Const. Sarah Turcotte investigated.

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A great family home for you and yours! Quiet residential location private lot - large rear deck - 3 bedrooms -2 baths - family room with gas fireplace - well maintained - come and see this! Call Helen at 432-0058

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655 CULHANE RD. 66 CORONATION STREET

Recently updated 3 bedroom home located in a private setting just minutes from town. Tons of upgrades just recently finished. New floors, paint, bathrooms, and a brand new propane furnace. Private rear yard with large deck. Large rec room on lower level. MLS# 893598 Call David to view 613.401.2824

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36 BANK ST NORTH Brick Bungalow, Eat in Kit, LR, 3 BDR, 1 – 4 pc bath, Full basement.

F.A.Electric heat, 200 amp service, central air, Large detached shop with basement. Most windows have been replaced Call Ross 613.433.1133 for details

552 RAGLAN ST. S. Commercial and residential but easily converted to total residential living with space galore on lower level and an apartment (presently rented) on the second level - make life easy!Lots of parking - 3 car detached garage - outstanding address - MLS 889640. Call Helen to view at 432-0058

557 STONES LAKE RD. Now asking $349,900, Waterfront home with four bedrooms and addition plus large garage. MLS#881737 Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information.

ASKING $219,500

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4108 CALABOGIE RD., HWY 508 SPRINGTOWN AREA

205 LOCHIEL ST. S. Fine lifestyle at this address - 3 levels of space - A-1 interior with all the grandeur of yesteryear - lovely at this time of year - you should treat yourself to a viewing! 4 bedrooms - 1 and ½ baths - gleaming hardwood floors - lots of storage at the rear - insulated basement gas heat. MLS#853976. Call Helen at 432-0058

256 JAMES ST. Asking $176,000 for this 4 BR, 2 bath home in quiet location. Hardwood flooring, MLS# 887992. Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information.

201 MAPLE BEND RD. Asking $299,900 for this 4 br, 2 bath home, finished basement with 2.5 acres. MLS#891618. Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information.

Acreage and fine living at this address! 4 bedroom custom built 2 storey home - perched on the hill overlooking the Madawaska River main level has family room with fireplace and living room with fireplace - office/den - working and eatin kitchen - 4 season porch at the rear a truly lovely address and home! MLS#891191. Call Peter at 432-0319 or Helen at 432-0058

96 SCOBIE RD. Asking $219,500 for this immaculate 4BR home near Haley’s, easy hwy access. Private setting. New propane furnace. MLS#860458. Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information.

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167 RAGLAN ST.

66 ARGYLE ST. SOUTH

2 ½ storey brick home, new modern KIT with new cupboards, island, lighting, cook top stove, garden door to patio, plus 1 2 pc bath. 2nd Floor: 3 BDR, 1-4pc bath. Attic on 3rd level. Full unfinished basement with F.A. Gas furnace new in 2010. 1 car detached garage. MLS#881855 Call Ross for details 613.433.1133

1 ½ Storey vinyl sided home with 1 car detached garage.

Eat-in Kit, LR with gas fireplace, office, & family room and MBR on 1st level. 2nd Level: 2 BDR, 1 – 3 pc bath.

Screened in porch and paved drive. Asking $102,500 Call Ross for details 613.433.1133

398 CHARLES ST. A truly lovely 4 level split - completely redone from “top to bottom” 2 baths (ALL NEW) - new kitchen and eating area - sunken living room with gas fireplace - 3 bedrooms - den - basement for storage - privacy galore in your backyard. MLS#859145. Call Helen at 432-0058

5729 HWY 132, DACRE ACREAGE AT THIS ADDRESS! Two storey 5 bedroom home - granny suite living if needed - living room and dining area with hardwood - the setting at this address is beautiful with the flowing creek at your doorstep - kayaking - 2 car garage and workshop - drive a little to see a lot - you will be happy you did. MLS#829989. Call Helen at 432-0058 or David at 401-2824

HWY 132 #5432, DACRE Tucked among the trees! 3 bedrooms on main level - living room with fireplace - eat-in kitchen and dining area - deck at rear - privacy galore at your back door - lower level is completely finished - Family room - 2 baths - it is your country home!!!

MLS#882609. Call David at 401-2824 or Peter at 432-0319 or Helen at 432-0058 to view

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121 OTTERIDGE AVE. (HUNTER GATE SUBDIVISION) A custom built 3 bedroom bungalow - 2 baths - main floor laundry - hardwood and ceramic - wrap around deck - attached dble garage - Tarion Warrantied - fully serviced lot - MLS#880079. Call Helen to see this one 432-0058 Move in right now!

263 GARDEN OF EDEN RD. R.R.5, RENFREW

140 FERGUSLEA RD Asking $325,000 for this immaculate 3 BR solid stone home, bonus room upstairs and attached garage.

MLS# 891038. Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information.

On the edge of town! 3.7 acres and a two storey home - 2 bathrooms - granny suite living on the north side - full basement - new propane furnace just installed - large front deck - several outbuildings at the rear - well defined property - easy access year round. MLS#881099. Call Helen at 432-0058 to view

299 BONNECHERE ST. EGANVILLE Quality 2 Storey brick home with separate finished building used as office at present time 6039 HIGHWAY 132 4 bedroom home in the village of Dacre. Just over an acre lot in a pri- resulting in extra income. Extra large lot, new propane furnace, many upgrades. MLS#890259 vate area. The home needs some TLC but a great winter project. MLS Call Ross 613.433.1133 for details. #892198…Call David today.. 613.401.2824

MADAWASKA RIVERFRONT PROPERTY

DOUG LAS AREA

298 BARR STREET

5065A MATAWATCHAN RD., GRIFFITH Own year round accommodation on the water with great road access for you and your family - 3 bedroom 2 storey with dual fireplace - large living room and beautifully designed kitchen - sunporch overlooking the waterway. Call Helen at 432-0058 for details and a viewing.

6117 HIGHWAY 132, DACRE $169,900. Large home that has undergone major updates since 2009. New kitchen, wiring, flooring etc. Call David today to view.

613-401-2824.

One of Renfrew’s best - both location and stature! 100 x 100 foot lot - 3 storey grand 5 bedroom home - so much space and all updated bathrooms are all redone - good working kitchen and eating area - 2 fireplaces - hardwood and ceramic - it is spectacular to see! MLS#881150.

Call Helen at 432-0058

22 GALLAGHER RD. 122 LISA LANE Located at Thompson Park, Mobile consists of KIT, LR, 1-4pc bath, 2 BDR plus large family room. F.A. Oil plus air tight stove. Asking $59,900. MLS#867043.

Call Ross Peever 613.433.1133

2 storey with beautiful interior. KIT with newer cupboards, DR with sliding doors leading to back deck, LR. 2nd Floor 3 BDR plus oversized 1 -5 pc bath, fully finished basement, several outbuildings. Asking $159,100. Great Starter Home! MLS#891040. Call Ross 613.4331133 for details.

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59 PASTWAY RD., HORTON TWP Nearing completion for this 1350 sq. ft. home with 3 BR, 2 bath, dbl car garage. MLS#887925. CAll Peter 613.432.0319 for more information.

46 HARAMIS DRIVE 1,800 Sq ft home. Complete ICF Construction. Super Efficient Radiant Floor Heating, High End Finishes. Sought after location.

Call David Vincent 613.401.2824.

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Beautiful brand new 3 bedroom home just built. This home will impress with so many features. Beautiful open concept with gas 2 sided fireplace.

Large master with ensuite and walk in closet. 3rd bedroom on ground level with another large den and 3rd bath. Very private rear yard and ICF foundation. Central A/C. MLS#889762. Call David today to view.

784 RAGLAN ST. S. 13 BILL HODGINS WAY Asking $289,900 for this 3 BR log cabin in the Peaks Village, walkout finished basement, access to lake. MLS# 891972. Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information.

Here is your custom built bungalow! 3 bedrooms - two levels totally finished - c/a - gas heat - living room with gas fireplace well designed eat-in kitchen - laundry on main level - attached garage - 2 driveways for convenience - it is lovely! MLS 864256.

Call Helen to see it - 432-0058

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Lifestyle - It didn’t take Mother long, after moving to a drafty old log house in the backwoods of Renfrew Country, to figure out the parlour was no place for the Christmas tree. With no insulation, storm windows, or heat, the room was closed off for the winter, and so the Christmas tree, after much moving of furniture, was crammed into a corner of the kitchen.

Father didn’t care where it was, as long as it wasn’t put up until Christmas Eve, a German custom that was part of his heritage for three generations. Well, it didn’t take long for Mother to get rid of that idea too!

The tree, about two weeks before Christmas was hauled in from the bush, dragged behind the flat-bottom sleigh, and let stand in the summer kitchen until the clumps of snow could be taken off its wide-spread branches.

And then, with much finagling, it was wired to the window frame on one side, and the downstairs bedroom door on the other.

It sat in a wash tub of water, in the hope that the heat from the Findlay Oval wouldn’t entirely rob the tree of its needles.

There was always a mystery to the tree decorations which I could never figure out.

Every year dozens of little tin holders with miniature candles in them were clamped all over the Christmas tree. But they were never lit. And I wondered why on earth we had candles on a tree if they couldn’t be glowing at night? Well, Mother, with her dread of fire, was the reason.

“The whole place would go up like a tinder box” she’d say, if I even as much as suggested we could at least light a few of them.

And I would wonder why we even bothered bringing them down from the hump-backed trunk upstairs!

A flat box of tinsel was bought long before I was even born, and every year, the long thin pieces were carefully hung on the branches of the tree, and the day the tree came down, every last piece of the tinsel was laid out carefully in the same box, and tucked away for another year.

It was my sister Audrey’s job to make sure the tub of water under the tree was always full. That meant she had to haul it in from the pump outside, and “While you’re at it,” Mother would say, “you might as well fill the reservoir too.”

The few glass ball decorations Mother had brought from New York, coloured paper loops made by us children, and only the prettiest of Christmas cards which had come through the mail, were placed here and there on the wide sweeping branches.

After the tree was up for the holidays, it changed the whole house. I loved the nights when we all sat around the table, and the coal-oil lamp sent out dim beams of light and the tinsel, moving gently from the heat in the kitchen from the stove, made the tree magical. There were never any gifts under the tree until they mysteriously appeared on Christmas morning. But I would sit, with my elbows on the table, and just stare at the wonder of it all. And I would picture in my mind what of my list sent to the Ottawa Farm Journal would be left for me by Santa. Would he bring me the doll I had seen in the Five and Dime store window? And what about the real store-bought underwear I longed for?

So many an evening before Christmas was spent just dreaming of that morning when I would waken and find that Santa hadn’t forgotten us in Northcote after all.

And each day, the spruce tree got sparser and sparser. It didn’t matter how carefully my sister Audrey was about keeping the tub full of water, every night there seemed to be

another dustpan full of needles to sweep up and dump into the Findlay Oval.

And with each dustpan gathered up with the broom, Father could be heard muttering from his rocking chair by the oven door, that had Mother listened to him, and waited until Christmas Eve to put up the tree, it might look half “decent” by the time Christmas morning rolled around!

Although I would have loved to have the tree stay up until the New Year rolled in, it rarely lasted until a day or so after Christmas. By then, you could see clear back to the wainscoting along the wall behind it, and we all knew, it wouldn’t be long until the heat of the stove, confined to the kitchen as it was, the Christmas tree would be as bare as a badger.

And it would be unwired from its moorings, and dragged out of the kitchen, back through the summer kitchen, and tossed behind the house, a most pathetic sight if I ever saw one!

The tub would be emptied, furniture rearranged, and the only remnants of that most wonderful time of the year, would be the needles that seemed to appear out of nowhere for weeks long after the Christmas season was over. Father knew better than to say “I told you so.”

If he did venture an opinion, Mother would remind him that his job was to look after the barns, hers was to look after the house!

My sincere Christmas wishes go out to all our faithful readers.

May each of you experience the true meaning of this wonderful time of year, and may you spend it with loved ones around you.

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1528 WHITTON RD Private, custom stone family home close to town on 14.42 Acres. Bungalow with loft area, open concept kitchen/ dining & sitting area. Large master bedroom with ensuite, hardwood throughout, new propane furnace and C/A (2012), finished lower level offers plenty of space for the entire family. Attached double garage plus 32’ x 50’ detached garage with outdoor wood furnace (2012), screened 3 season room. This home has something for everyone…call today for your personal viewing! $447,500 MLS#894234

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1164 DICKSON RD • Rare find in a great location! 180 acres, log & B.C fur home • Barn, paddock & drive-shed • Pond & small lake. 35 km from Kanata $625,000 MLS#887313

177 FLAT RD. • WOW…. is the only way to describe this unique log home!

• Situated on 92 Acres of hardwood & mixed bush • 1.5 Storey with 3 bedrooms & 3 baths, stone fireplace, gracious kitchen and the list goes on & on …. Call today! $474,500 MLS#848629

181 COOPER HILL RD. • Waterfront home on the point of Madawaska River • Pride of ownership for this 2 + 1 bedroom bungalow with furnishings included • Two 2-bay garages, many updates. A must see $399,500 MLS#842965

51 ASTROLABE • Gorgeous country views & walking distance to main street. Wonderful location for commuters close to Hwy #17 • Plenty of space inside and out. 4 Bedroom brick home in Cobden • Large dine-in kitchen, family room with woodstove, new roof, 3 bathrooms + main fl laundry. $199,900 MLS#870226

• Well maintained Garden Home with quick, easy access to Hwy #17 • 2 bedrooms & 2 baths. Hardwood & ceramic flooring, Deslaurier custom cabinets & all stainless steel appliances included.

• Open concept design, attached single garage $229,900 MLS#872932

262 LYNN ST • 3 Bedroom brick home. Character with all the modern conveniences we have all come to expect • 2 Staircases, Fireplace, many updates: windows, furnace, A/C, some flooring and more • Nice corner lot, single garage, just move in and enjoy $215,000 MLS#889636

293 LOCHIEL ST • Many options for this spacious centre town property • Lower level completely revamped in 07. Main living area is currently on the lower level. The main floor features the recreation room & one bedroom.

• If you are looking for space close to downtown put this one on your list! $215,000 MLS#885512

598 MCLEOD RD. • 3 Bedroom brick bungalow on private lot on the outskirts of Burnstown • Detached 3 bay garage, updated bathrooms, custom kitchen, newer gas fireplace • Close to beach, immediate occupancy, lovely country home $285,000 MLS#887732

190 DOMBROSKIE RD. • 2 Bedroom Brick bungalow situated on just under 3 acres.

• Renovations include: windows, roof, doors, flooring & more • Carport, detached 29’ x 42’ garage. Double paved driveway. Immediate Occupancy.

Excellent location for commuters $199,900 MLS#868256

167 RENFREW AVE • Location says it all ~ 2 Bedroom garden home walking distance to downtown core • Meticulously maintained. Very clean & bright.

Single attached garage Beautiful ceramic flooring, patio doors to large rear yard $194,500 MLS$893896

806 CHENAUX RD. • Perfect bungalow for the small family or down-sizer • Open concept kitchen/dining/living room • Patio doors to deck, finished basement, low maintenance! $194,500 MLS#867870

454 NEW ST • Well maintained 3 bedroom home in great location • Large eat-in kitchen, office, 4pc bath, living room, bedroom on main level • Detached single garage + storage shed and back yard patio $172,500 MLS#886205

173 PATRICK AVE • Trendy little 3 bedroom in town with immediate occupancy • Brand new kitchen & bath! Master and bath on main floor.

• Newer windows, doors, plumbing, some electrical, flooring, deck & concrete walk!

Nicely done $169,500 MLS#884063

15B LINDA LANE • Madawaska River waterfront cottage situated on 4.8 Acres • 3 bedrooms, no plumbing, present furnishing included • Enjoy the cottage this summer with Immediate occupancy $144,500 MLS#839287

55 LEFTY LANE • Custom built 1.5 Storey Waterfront home on Jeffrey/Olmstead Lake • Home boasts 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, cathedral ceiling and stunning fireplace • Dbl att garage + detached garage w workshop. All this situated on 2.44 Acres $799,000 MLS#882588

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245 BASSWOOD AVE. • Great family neighbourhood, backs onto school yard and close to hospital • 3 + 2 Bedroom bungalow with gas heat & central air • Fenced back yard, large paved driveway.

Easy access to Hwy #17 $170,000 MLS#878206

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250 WILLIAM ST., ARNPRIOR • Town of Arnprior • Home needs extensive repairs or to be removed • Lot is 45.50 Feet x 133.25 Feet $76,500 MLS#889679

1205A GRANT ROAD • Perfect for Bachelor or private hunt camp • 47 Acres boarding the K&P Trail • Wood stove, 1 + 2 Bedrooms, open kitchen/ dining. 20 min to Renfrew & 10 min to Calabogie $139,000 MLS#892381

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62 LECKIE LANE • In Burnstown on a treed private lot • 2 Bedrooms, 2 baths, new bar & rec room • New deck with hot tub, close to beach & boat launch $232,500 MLS#886691

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Local events and happenings over the coming weeks â&#x20AC;&#x201D; free to non-profit organizations Fax: 613-432-6689, E-mail: peter.clark@metroland.com

DECEMBER 31 Cookie social at 1 p.m., Golden Age Activity Centre. Share some of your Christmas goodies and take some new tasty ones home and catch up with friends.

New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve dance at the RCAF Wing, $15 a person. Country and Western theme. Doors open at 8 p.m. Music by Unwound until 1 a.m.

Light lunch at midnight.

Call 613-432-4485.

New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve Party from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Denbigh-Griffith Lions Hall, Highway 41, Griffith. $20 per person.

Disc jockey, hats and favours, snacks, midnight buffet, champagne toast

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and prizes. Tickets available at Griffith Building Supplies, Griffith General Store or at the door.

19 at 1:30 p.m. Cost $4 at Eganville Seniors Centre.

Call 613-628-2354. All welcome.

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Six-hand euchre tournament, fundraiser for Douglas St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Parade at 7 p.m. at Douglas Tavern, $20 per person. $150 prize for winning team. To pre-register a team, contact Preston at 613-649-2378.

Starting Jan. 7, there will be six-hand euchre every Tuesday and four-hand euchre every Thursday at Eganville Seniors Centre. Fundraising euchre the last Friday of each month. Cost $4 per person. 613-628-2354.

Gotta A Uke? Wanna Play? Attend the Tuesday, Jan. 14 Renfrew Uke Group (RUG) jam session at the Rocky Mountain House. Regular RUG jams are free and held on the second Tuesday of every month from 7 to 9 p.m. Casual, fun group of ukulele players of all skill levels. Visit www.

RenfrewUkeGroup.ca for more information.

Renfrew Legion Ladies Auxiliary Branch 148 soup and sandwich 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., $4.50.

Tea/coffee, dessert $1.

Takeout available, 613432-2329.

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Renfrew Silver Seniors noon hour luncheon at the Renfrew Legion, cost $4. New members welcome, membership $5 per year.

Renfrew Legion Ladies Auxiliary Branch 148 soup and sandwich 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., $4.50.

Tea/coffee, dessert $1.

Takeout available, 613432-2329.

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The January Valley Singles Lunch will be held at 1 p.m. at the Shanloon Restaurant in Renfrew. For more information, contact Fay at 613-256-8117 or Johanna at 613-432-7622.

Renfrew Freemasons luncheon 12 noon at Rocky Mountain House.

Gentlemen interested in learning about freemasonry are invited. Wives and girlfriends welcome.

For more information, contact Barry Sansom at 613-433-9038.

Bid euchre twice a month, Jan. 5 and Jan.

JANUARY 18 Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Home Support will be hosting a Trivia Night at 7 p.m. in the RCAF Wing Lounge. $10 per person and light lunch served. Call Home Support at 613-432-7691.

Healthy casserole cooking workshop Saturday,

Jan. 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Eganville Seniors Centre. Cost $5 per person. Register before Jan. 13. 613-628-2354. All welcome.

JANUARY 19 Eganville Seniors Centre, bid euchre at 1:30 p.m.

Cost $4. 613-628-2354.

JANUARY 25 The Anishaanabe Cultural Circle will meet at the United Church Camp in Deacon. The cultural circle and drum making program will begin at 10 a.m. with a teaching on drums followed by a potluck lunch. In the afternoon, the art of making a drum will be shown. The number of participants to make the drum is limited, so please register early. Call Ray at 613-433-1824 or online at www.eventbrite.ca.

Bring a dish for potluck.

Ladies are kindly requested to wear a skirt.

at noon. Free, at St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anglican Church, Renfrew.

Rear entrance, chair lift provided. Enjoy a meal with friends.

Bingo at Eganville Seniors Centre at 1:30 p.m. Prizes, 50-50 draw, snacks and fun.

This is a Chartwell Retire-

ment sponsored activity.

Cost $1.

LINEDANCERS Beginners, improvers, intermediates. Valley Booters 10-week session at Horton Community Centre and Arnprior Quality Inn, $60.

Call Val at 613-623-7110.

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Renfrew man represents Canada at World Buddhist conference connection to nature, a respect for all life and a sense of community which Canadians could learn from.â&#x20AC;?

Parchelo spoke to the Japanese leadership of how the local group began in Lanark County in 2004. It moved to Renfrew in 2007 when he and his wife, Judy, re-located their social work careers to the area and made their home in an old log schoolhouse.

He now leads weekly services in a small temple attached to their home near Renfrew and holds regular programs in Pembroke as well.

In 2012, he collaborated with another Buddhist teacher in Halifax to establish a Tendai presence in the Maritimes. This was the same year he published Walk Like A Mountain: The Handbook of Buddhist Walking Practice, the first book to explore the place of walking in spiritual practices. He presented a dozen copies to the senior Tendai leadership. Parchelo has

been impressed by the interest in Buddhism in Renfrew County, from both the Christian and secular communities. He has spoken all over the County in the past few years, and hopes his experience in Japan will prompt local individuals and groups to learn more. He already has several slideshow talks set up and is looking forward to more invitations. Renfrew Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Red Maple is a community of Buddhist practitioners and their friends. It gathers every Saturday to learn how to practice and present the teachings of the Buddhas in their lives and as responsible citizens of Renfrew County. It provides introductory and intermediate instruction in Buddhist practices, opportunities to practice and to serve to the community.

Those interested in more information on Red Maple can call Innen Ray Parchelo at 613433-9405 or visit their website at www.tendai.ca

Vigil reminds community of tragic consequences of violence against women Bernadette McCann House

Fourteen young women massacred at a Montreal University in 1989 were remembered at a special Vigil Dec. 6 at Pembrokeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Marguerite Centre. Men, women and children from across the region gathered at the sombre ceremony to pay their respects and to increase public awareness of the tragic consequences of violence against women.

The vigil was organized by the Bernadette McCann House, a womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s organization in Pembroke that annually supports as many as 500 women and children that have faced abuse in their daily lives.

McCann House executive director Leigh Sweeney says:â&#x20AC;&#x153;The vigil is a reminder that too many women are living in fear as a result of the continued violence that is occurring within Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homes and workplac-

es. As a local agency, we are working with many community partners to raise awareness about this issue, but there is still a lot of work to do.â&#x20AC;?

Candles were lit for each of the women killed in the Ecole Polytechnique shootings, and the victimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s names will be read out loud before a moment of silence.

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Community - In a silent, stone and wood mountain-top temple, high above the noise of Japanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s giant steel and glass cities, Renfrew resident Ray Parchelo, shared the message of personal and world peace that he has been teaching in Eastern Ontario for over a decade.

Rev. Innen Parchelo, is Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first Tendai Buddhist priest and the founder of the local Red Maple Community.

Along with representatives from a dozen nations, he was invited to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the foreign mission of Tendai Buddhism, the 1200 year old sect of Japanese Buddhism.

He presented the work of Red Maple to a group of 300 of Japanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most senior clergy, the equivalent of speaking to the Pope and College of Cardinals at the Vatican. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Buddhist message came

to the West about 75 years ago.â&#x20AC;&#x153; said Parchelo, a local social worker, He explained further: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most people have heard of Zen, the first sect to arrive. Our style, called Tendai, is the last form of Buddhism to arrive. We have centres in the US, Brazil, Italy, Denmark and Australia. Our Canadian groups, in Renfrew, Pembroke and Halifax, are the newest missions in the world.

Known as the Harmonizing Way, Tendai encourages people to recognize a harmony in all the ways we have to explore our spiritual lives.â&#x20AC;?

He also noted, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Japan was an incredible, once-in-a-lifetime experience for me, it was amazing to get to know fellow priests from all over the world.

Although the Japanese people are very secularized, even more than Canadians, their spiritual life has been absorbed into their day-to-day life in ways unknown in Canada. There is a

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