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Brr it's cold outside!

So, it's time to get all bundled up for the 2017 edition of Renfrew's FrewFest.

The annual event is set for Friday Jan. 20 to Sunday Jan. 22 at Ma-TeWay Activity Centre.

"I think it's a good opportunity to get out and celebrate everything Canadian, which includes snow, ice, cold temperatures and more," said Jo-anne Caldwell, program developer at the Town of Renfrew Parks and Recreation Department.

She also thinks it is nice to offer a free event after the holiday season.

The festival kicks off on Friday night with skating and shinny on the outdoor rink, sliding on the hill (the first 50 children will receive a coupon for free hot chocolate) skating and sledding is encouraged all weekend long.

The park is also the perfect place to put on some snowshoes.

At 6 p.m. there will be glow stick snowshoeing.

Beavertails will be available Friday night starting at 5 p.m. and Saturday.

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Douglas fire Chief Terry McHale retires after 44 years of service TIFFANY LEPACK tlepack@metroland.com

Terry McHale has passed the torch.

At the firefighters banquet on Dec. 9, the Douglas Fire Chief submitted his resignation, which was effective Dec. 31, 2016.

Kevin Van Woezik was appointed by the Admaston/Bromley council on Jan. 5 as the acting Fire Chief of the Douglas department, effective Jan. 1.

Retirement was a tough decision for McHale.

"I feel disappointed in the sense that I can't stay," said McHale. "My health is just not what it should be, my physical capabilities are disappearing."

For someone who is short with words he summed up his time as chief perfectly.

"Well, I'm glad I was able to do it," he said with a smile and a chuckle.

He found it hard to describe all of the support he has received over the years.

"The support from the community and from the municipality and councils over the years, they have been just tremendous."

Over the 44 years a lot has changed.

"There have been some big changes (with technology), and the equipment we use has been updated so many times, we have equipment now that wasn't available at all, with the safety

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Admaston/Bromley councillor and chair of the Douglas fire committee Robert Dick, left and Mayor Michael Donohue, right, stand with Douglas Fire Chief Terry McHale at a recent awards ceremony. McHale has retired from the department after 28 years as chief and 44 years as a firefighter. now, not at all what it was like."

But some things have stayed the same.

"We have about the same amount of firefighters as when I started," said McHale. "There are 22 volunteer fire-

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Admaston/Bromley Mayor Michael Donohue says McHale exemplifies what it means to serve the community.

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of a contribution, for that length of time that is a particularly special person that recognizes and embraces and exemplifies all at once the community that they live in," said Donohue.

"I think it's outstanding and I think

probably it's something the likes of which were not going to see, if at all very much anymore."

Donohue has known McHale, who also runs the Douglas Tavern, since he served him his first drink when he was a youngster. He had heard some rustlings that McHale might be set to retire, but found out the night of the banquet. The first thing that jumped into his head was a royal comparison.

"The king is dead, long live the king, we are in a position whether there must be a fire chief serving," said Donohue.

Van Woezik was serving as a deputy and when McHale was asked about his faith in him taking over his role he had one word to describe him.

"Tremendous," said McHale. "He's a tremendous man, he is very capable and without a doubt will do a good job."

"Kevin will be an outstanding acting fire chief," added Donohue.

Donohue says the job will be posted internally first.

"There are several quite capable individuals in the fire department that (are) able of carrying on the tradition that predates Terry, certainly Terry has been the longest serving, it's a big job it's a big obligation," said Donohue. "Now things are changed considerably since Terry first assumed the mantle so that is certainly going be a factor I'm sure going forward."

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FREWFEST 2017 Saturday January 21

Friday January 20 • Skating and Shinny on Outdoor Rink, Sliding on Toboggan Hill (first 50 children receive coupon for free hot chocolate) • Beavertails ($) • 6:00pm Glow stick Snowshoe • 7:00pm Ontario Provincial Plaque Ceremony • 7:55pm Plaque commemorating the Flying Frenchmen unveiled – on ice • 8:00pm Renfrew Jr B Timberwolves vs Athens Aeros (Adults $5, Children – free admission)

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CANCELLED Renfrew Firefighters Ice Fishing Derby (Bonnechere River) Skating and Shinny on Outdoor Rink, Sliding on Toboggan Hill Beavertails ($) Snow Sculpture Contest (along Ma-te-Way Park Drive) 11:00 – XC Ski Poker Run 11:00 Renfrew and Area Senior Home Support Hot Dog and Soup Fundraiser 11:00 – 5:00 Indoor Activities – Giant Games, Balloon Animals, Facepainting, Colouring Contest 1:00 Magic by John Pert 12:00 – 4:00 Vintage Snowmobile Show Sleigh Rides, Human Size Bowling and Winter BubbleBall 2:30pm Snowshoe Scavenger Hunt 4:00 Mad Science Fire and Ice Show Bonfire with Marshmallows 5:00pm Renfrew Jr B Timberwolves vs Westport Rideaus (Adults $5, Children – free admission) 7:30 Sport Renfrew Public Skate – with players from Renfrew Jr B Timberwolves on ice

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On Friday night, the Town of Renfrew, in partnership with the Ontario Heritage Trust, is unveiling a provincial plaque commemorating the Flying Frenchmen and Didier 'Cannonball' Pitre.

"I think it's important that we remember the past and celebrate all areas of history," said Caldwell on the presentation.

Pitre played on the Renfrew Creamery Kings (Renfrew Millionaires) before joining the Montreal Canadiens in 1909, when he, along with Edouard 'Newsy' Lalonde and Jean-Baptiste Laviolette, formed the core of the team leading the Canadians to their first Stanley Cup in 1916. The three were called the Flying Frenchmen and were later inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.

There will be a special ceremony upstairs at Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre at 7 p.m. with dignitaries and speeches.

Caldwell says all are welcome to attend but if people are interested in attending they need to contact her directly: jcaldwell@renfrew.ca or 613-4323131 ext. 704 as an invitation is needed.

At 7:45 p.m. before the start of the Renfrew Timberwolves and Athens Aeros game the plaque will be unveiled at centre ice and it will be permanently installed outside the Activity Centre.

SNOW MUCH FUN

The annual fishing derby hosted by the Renfrew Fire Department was supposed to place on Saturday during FrewFest, however on Jan. 15 Cpt. Peter Whalen confirmed it had been cancelled.

"Due to the weather, the Renfrew firefighters will not be hosting the fishing derby this year," said Whalen in an email to the newspaper. "We feel that the unseasonably warm weather to date and river currents the Bonnechere River is not safe to host the derby on it."

There will be a snow sculpture contest along Ma-Te-Way Park Drive with judging at 4 p.m. on Saturday, and Sunday there is a snowman-building contest near the playground with judging at 1 p.m.

"Those are excellent opportunities for families to get out and create together," said Caldwell. "There will also be family themed prizes."

At 11 a.m. is cross-country skiing poker run.

Also at 11 a.m. is the Renfrew and Area Senior Home Support hotdog and soup fundraiser.

From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. there are a number of indoor activities: giant games, balloon animals, face painting and a colouring contest.

Noon to 4 p.m. is the vintage snowmobile show, sleigh rides (at the ball diamond), human size bowling and winter bubble ball near the sledding hill. "(The bubble ball) was brought in because the teenagers were looking for something fun to do and it is similar to what we had at Canada Day," said Caldwell.

John Pert is returning to put on a magic show at 1 p.m.

"He's a lot of fun and it's a really great children's magic show.

At 2:30 p.m., is the snowshoe scavenger hunt and the Mad Science Fire and Ice Show is at 4 p.m.

"It's a really interesting show and the children can participate in hands on science experiments," said Caldwell.

At 5 p.m. on Saturday night, the Renfrew Timberwolves host the Westport Rideaus and after the game at 7:30 p.m. is the Sport Renfrew Public Skate; new this year the Timberwolves will skate with the public after the game.

"So many young hockey players look up to the Jr. B players," said Caldwell.

"It's a great opportunity to be right beside the players."

Also on Sunday, Little Rays Reptile Show will hit the stage at 11 a.m. and at 1 p.m. is the Renfrew Lions Club Public Skate.

At noon, there will be hotdogs and also hot chocolate with the first 100 people receiving a coupon for one free item.

Fire consumes home near Burnstown DEREK DUNN

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Fire consumed a house in McNab/Braeside earlier this month.

Township fire Chief Dave Hartwick said the call came in on Jan. 4, just before 6:30 p.m., that a house along the Madawaska River near Burnstown was on fire.

Twenty-two firefighters from the township and another six from Arnprior descended on the scene at 5 Peggs Lane.

"There were no injuries. Everybody got out of the house," Hartwick said. "I'd say the house is destroyed.

It started in the roof and everything came down."

The older couple that lived in the home, which was insured, is staying with family in the area, he added.

Hartwick and some volunteer crew members stayed all Derek Dunn/Metroland night long to keep an eye on possible flare-ups.

A house fire between White Lake and Burnstown resulted in no injuries, but an older couple won’t be able to move back in.

He admits it was a cold night, but it is something they do often. "We weren't comfortable," he said, chuckling. "I The cause remains under investigation. left the next day."

The second week of January was a busy one for the fire department. They responded to 18 calls, most having to do with downed trees and hydro-related incidents; but there was a mutual aid structure fire in Calabogie and a car accident in the township.

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He said the holiday season was no different than past years. They responded to a call on Christmas Day. Two chimney fires and a car fire outside Braeside kept them going.

Arnprior's holiday season was similar, according to fire Chief John Okum. "It was fairly normal in terms of calls," Okum said. There were three calls.

Icy conditions kept the town's fire department hopping this month.

Police patrol trails

Snowmobile patrols are underway in the Upper Ottawa Valley Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment area.

Patrols were recently conducted on trails in several local municipalities and townships.

During patrols between Jan. 6 and 8, over 300 snowmobilers were checked.

As a result of the patrols, police issued eight charges under the Motorized Snow Vehicle Act (MSVA) for offences ranging from driving without a licence to driving without insurance and for having expired validation.

Snowmobile patrols, which include radar speed enforcement, will continue throughout the winter months in an effort to make our trails as safe as possible.

Snowmobilers are reminded to obey the posted speed limits on trails and to ride safe, ride sober.

One dead after fire in Killaloe On Jan. 16, at approximately 1:26 a.m., members of the Killaloe Ontario Provincial Police detachment responded to a fully engulfed residential structure fire on Queen Street in Killaloe, Hagarty Richards Township The Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards Fire Department attended the scene to extinguish the fire.

Police have located one body inside the residence.

Identification is pending.

The investigation is continuing with the assistance of the Coroner, The Office of the Ontario Fire Marshall, and the OPP Forensic Identification Unit.

Queen Street remained closed for a number of hours as police continued with the investigation.

Motorists were being detoured onto Boland Street during the investigation.

In the event you are reporting an occurrence that does not require immediate police assistance please call 1-888310-1122.

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TOWN OF RENFREW NOTICE OF A SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OFFICIAL PLAN 5 YEAR REVIEW TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Section 26 of the Planning Act, the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Renfrew will hold a Special Council Meeting, open to the public, on Tuesday, January 24th, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. in the Town of Renfrew Council Chambers, 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 1P8, to consider any revisions that may be required to the local Official Plan of the Town of Renfrew.

Additional information regarding the proposed amendment is available for public inspection at the Town Hall during regular office hours between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm., Monday to Friday, by speaking with Ivan Burton, Town Planner, from the Development & Works Department, 2nd Floor, Town Hall, 127 Raglan Street South.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY OWNERS In accordance with Ontario Reg. 325/01, and the Ontario Municipal Act, 2001, property tax relief for vacant commercial and industrial buildings in the Town of Renfrew will be provided to property owners through rebates that are issued by the municipality.

To be eligible for a rebate, a building or portion of a building must be unused for at least 90 consecutive days.

It is the property owner’s responsibility to ensure the application meets regulatory standards.

Completed applications for the 2014 tax year, must be submitted to the Treasury Department located in the municipal building at 127 Raglan St S on or before February 27, 2017.

Vacancy Rebate Applications are available on our website http://www.town.renfrew.on.ca or at the municipal office.

Office hours are Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

The Corporation of the Town of Renfrew is now accepting applications for GRANTS TO ORGANIZATIONS in accordance with Policy No. 3.23.

Application forms and the Policy can be downloaded from the Town of Renfrew’s website at: http://www.town.renfrew.on.ca/treasury_department.php Or requested from the Clerk’s Department at 613-432-4848 or picked up at Renfrew Town Hall, 127 Raglan St. S., Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8 All organizations requesting grant funding must complete the application in order to be considered.

All applications must be received by January 31, 2017 at 4:30 p.m., in order to be considered for funding for the year 2017.

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Trivia and music night to support Renfrew’s Teddy Weiss on Jan. 21 at RCAF Wing TIFFANY LEPACK tlepack@metroland.com

Friends are rallying around one of the Valley's own.

Teddy Weiss, who was born and raised in Renfrew, has been receiving treatment for a cancerous brain tumour for three years. He underwent his fourth surgery on Dec. 20 at the Ottawa Civic Hospital, where he remains.

Family friends Crystal Barr and Amanda Dellaire are hosting a fundraiser for Weiss on Saturday, Jan. 21, at the RCAF Wing in Renfrew.

"We want everyone come together to help motivate him and lift his spirits and to just have a really good time," said Barr. "Show him how much we love him."

The Think and Drink Trivia night starts at 6 p.m. and goes until 8:30 p.m.

The first question will be asked at 6:30 p.m., with teams of four to six players comTeddy Weiss, peting. The entry is only $20 per player, and "The trivia questions will be very interacthere is a cash prize - and bragging rights tive," said Barr.

"Our clues will have video for the winning team.

Barr has attended a couple of other trivia and audio, so you have to watch and listen."

Already, there are close to 100 people regnights and says they are a lot of fun.

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"Walk-ins are welcome," said Barr.

After the trivia competition is done, the Riley New Band will hit the stage from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. For those who would just like to attend for the music, admission is only $10. A light lunch will also be served.

"The band plays a mix of everything, a little country and a little rock," said Barr.

Riley New Band offered to play at the fundraiser for a discounted price to help Weiss out.

"There has been an outpouring of support for Teddy," said Barr. "It's incredible."

Weiss, a carpenter, has been unable to work since his first surgery.

All of the money raised goes to help Weiss, 36, during his recovery.

Barr describes Weiss as kind-hearted and easy going, someone who always puts everyone else first She says he's the perfect guy version of a girl's BFF. "We wanted to motivate him so he could feel the love and know everyone has his back," said Barr.

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The Renfrew and District Food Bank recently received three new appliances. Donald Carty, owner of the two Tim Hortons, generously donated two 22 cubic ft. freezers. Greg Utronki, from of Al Utronki’s, generously donated one 17 cubic ft. refrigerator. Several board members of the food bank were there to thank the business owners for their kindness. From left to right: Bev Savicky, Donald Carty, Cathy Morris, Sharon Gallagher, Greg Utronki, Sandee Hardy, and Father Kerry Brennan.

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OPINION

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Driving home the point Ever wonder why police services keep issuing reminders or advisories to the public about adjusting their driving to match weather and road conditions?

Even though it might appear to be a so-called no-brainer and just common sense, it appears that some of us do not heed the warnings and end up causing problems for ourselves.

Not every collision or traffic-related incident during the winter season is caused by weather and road conditions, but the police keep telling us that a high percentage is as a direct or indirect result of someone whose speed was excessive when factoring in the elements such as snow, ice and reduced visibility.

Not having good tires that are better equipped to handle the conditions could be a problem at this time of year; then again, being overconfident as a result of having snow tires or a vehicle that is better equipped than others could also become an issue when conditions deteriorate and extra braking distance is needed in order to avoid a collision. By the way, having all of that good stuff on board might not matter if you don’t make enough of an effort to clear ice and snow from the vehicle before departing.

And having brand new snow tires or a vehicle with special features that makes winter driving less of a challenge might not be of much value when the person behind the wheel is distracted.

Many of us - including this scribe - can do a better job of avoiding the urge to look down or over to see who just sent a text message, or to reach for a CD or snack. Distracted driving can be even more dangerous when road conditions make it more challenging to stop quickly or get back into the correct lane after the vehicle starts to drift.

Most of us are aware of these hazards, but being reminded by the officers who respond to collision calls still serves a useful purpose.

Stand and fight for fair taxation for campgrounds: MP Cheryl Gallant To the editor:

This week, the minister of environment announced that she is holding consultations on Canada’s National Parks, under the title, ‘Let’s Talk Parks, Canada.’

I’d like to welcome the minister to the conversation.

I started this conversation last fall when I wrote to family-run campgrounds across Canada.

I asked them to support my petition calling on the government to stop taxing family run campgrounds with less than five full-time employees as if they were multi-national corporations.

I have been standing up in Parliament to present these petitions as fast as they have been coming in.

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been presented. Over a thousand more signatures have since come in that I will be presenting when Parliament resumes.

I will continue to stand up for family-run campgrounds in the face of a prime minister so hostile to small businesses, but I need your help.

I need you stand with me and fight for fair taxation for family run campgrounds.

You can join the fight in three ways: Visit www.cherylgallant.com/letstalkparkscanada and tell the Minister to stand up for all campgrounds whether they are family run or government run.

Tell your friends on Facebook and Twitter to stand up for campgrounds Go camping for summer vacation!

Over the next few days, I will start posting petition presentation videos on my Facebook Page from all different campgrounds across Canada.

If you want to see one from your riding, download the petition, get 25 signatures, and mail it back to me.

We have a minister for small business and tourism who won’t stand up for small businesses.

We have a Liberal government subsidizing the biggest competitor to family run campgrounds.

Worst of all, we have a Parliament full of Liberal MPs who won’t stand up and fight for their constituents.

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Quit smoking and you could win To the editor: National Non-Smoking Week is Jan. 15 to 21. Renfrew County and District Health Unit is encouraging residents to make 2017 their healthiest year yet and quit smoking for a chance to win cash prizes.

If you are looking for support to quit smoking, there are several opportunities available so you can quit smoking your way.

The Canadian Cancer Society’s First Week Challenge Contest encourages adult smokers and tobacco users to quit smoking for the first week of each month for a chance to win $500.

Why is the first week so important? If a person is successful for the first week, they are nine times more likely to quit for good.

The First Week Challenge is free to join and participants can take advantage of Smokers’ Helpline supEDITORIAL: Managing Editor: Theresa Fritz, 613-221-6225 theresa.fritz@metroland.com NEWS EDITOR: Sherry Haaima sherry.haaima@metroland.com 613-432-3655 x42 REPORTER: Tiffany Lepack tlepack@metroland.com 613-432-3655 x44 THE DEADLINE FOR EDITORIAL SUBMISSIONS IS FRIDAY AT 5:00PM

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Register for the contest by the end of each month at www.FirstWeekChallengeContest.ca or call Smokers’ Helpline at 1-877-5135333 (or the number on cigarette packages).

Run to Quit engages smokers to make healthy lifestyle changes and quit smoking for a chance to win a car or cash prizes.

This program helps smokers to quit smoking by learning to walk or run 5 km.

Walking or running can help people cope with discomfort and cravings while cutting down and quitting smoking.

Participants can join a free Do It Yourself Program or get extra support by joining a 10-Week Training Program.

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Connected to your community

Growing debt, heavy taxation weigh on citizens To the editor:

I am writing the following on the assumption that in Canada we should have freedom of the press, freedom of expression, freedom to oppose what we believe to be wrong, freedom to uphold what we believe to be right.

Our federal government along with all but two of the provinces, held a meeting in December 2016 and came to an agreement on the need for action on climate change (Trudeau called it a Pan Canadian accord. He invited the U.S. vice-president as the enforcer.)

This followed the Paris conference, held earlier in 2016, where close to 200 signed on to reduce carbon emissions and in so doing bring about climate change all over the world.

The enforcer was free, all expenses paid for top hotels and meals, paid for by the taxpayers, of each participating country, Canada included.

To date no one has been able to tell me let alone convince me how this is going to be done, in fact it seems a ludicrous adventure coming from the minds of ideologists inspired by the likes of Al Gore and others.

Since winter began early in Canada we are now into our third polar vortex, e.g. cold air coming across the polar bay from Siberia. Could anyone or can any human stop or change climate cycles/ At this point in time, our provincial government will be in the process of

creating another “fearless bureaucracy in order to collect (steal) $2 billion out of the pockets of hard working Ontarians during the 2017 year. That’s only the beginning unless of course we throw the Wynne gang out in 2018 and send them packing to bash in the ice in Canada’s north while feasting on blubber.

This government along with their federal “counterpart” will be penalizing hard-working Canadians for driving to work, for running their farms, for operating the lumber industry to supply the building industry and on an on it goes because essentially it is all linked together.

Both the federal and provincial Liberals have demonstrated again and again that they cannot manage money.

My grandmother who raised 14 children through two World Wars and a Depression knew more about money management than the collective minds of both governments. What they are embarking on is like what the Al Capone gang did in the 1930s. I am talking about the protection rackets.

The slogan “pay or we will hunt you down.”

Please bear with me, I am not finished. I am 84 years of age, it takes me a bit longer.

Look at the tremendous advances and improvement in the way we live since the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. We have changed ox carts and muddy trails for comfortable

NOTICE TO CREDITORS All persons having claims against the Estate of Sarah Lesley Zohr also known as Sarah Leslie Zohr, late of the Town of Arnprior, Assembly Line Supervisor, who died on or about the 7th day of October, 2016, are hereby notified to send particulars of same to the undersigned on or before the 16th day of February, 2017, after which date the estate will be distributed with regard only to the claims of which the undersigned shall then have notice, and the said Estate Trustees will not be liable to any person of whose claim notice shall not have been received at the time of such distribution.

DATED at Pembroke, Ontario, this 11th day of January, 2017.

ROY C. REICHE Barrister and Solicitor 203 Nelson Street Pembroke, Ontario K8A 3N1 ROY C. REICHE, Solicitor For the Estate Trustees

safe cars and trucks and super highways. We have hospitals and medical care unheard of 100 years ago. We no longer live in hovels and drafty log houses.

We live longer, we have time to play.

It is mind boggling what has been achieved through the collective minds of theirs and when thousands of intelligent inventors, it is the collective genius of the human mind under the freedom of private enterprise.

We are now moving into a different era. Big government has its ugly tentacles all over this country. Heavy taxation is taking away individual initiative.

It would seem the government is much more interested in running the Arctic than in the wellbeing of millions of Canadians who are smarting under the heavy burden of everincreasing taxation. There is never a word from any Liberal politician about debt reduction. This means both our provincial and federal debt

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will continue to grow at an alarming rate.

Both provincial and federal governments need to cut down in size.

This will give them money to fund research into operating industry and transportation in a cleaner, more efficient manner. They way things are now with the growing debt and the ugly muzzle of ever increasing taxation it cannot happen.

I spoke to a man a few years ago who had been operating three small businesses. He sold them out and folded some. He exclaimed “I am standing still, most of my profits are lost in taxation.

If I were younger, I would move south.” He is only one of thousands.

Happy New Year to all you wonderful Canadians. In my books, you are the best! Make sure you vote in the next election.

Robert Postma Sr. Renfrew

Run to Quit is a partnership between Canadian Cancer Society and the Running Room and is made possible in part through funding from the Public Health Agency of Canada. To register visit www.RunToQuit.com Leave The Pack Behind has a six-week wouldurather…contest offered to all young adults ages 1829 who are residents of Ontario.

Wouldurather is contest is held annually to support young adults in their efforts to quit smoking, cut back their smoking, refrain from smoking while drinking, or remain smoke-free. See official program rules at www.FirstWeekChallengeContest.ca, www.RunToQuit.com and www.wouldurather.ca For more information on local quit smoking supports and services available, contact Renfrew County and District Health Unit Health Info Line at 613-735-8666 or 1-800-267-1097, Ext.666.

Renfrew County and District Health Unit

LANDOWNER PUBLIC MEETING

on Property Tax Assessments & MPAC on FRIDAY, JANUARY 20TH at 7:00 PM at the Astrolabe Hall, 2nd floor above rink, Agriculture Fairgrounds, Cobden with guest speaker Glenn Lucas of Property Tax Consultants.

Royal Canadian Air Force Association - 433 (Champlain) Wing 164 Argyle Street South, Renfrew, ON K7V 1T5 Office: 432-4485 Lounge: 432-9155 E-Mail: afac433wing@yahoo.com

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Friday, January 20, 2017 7:30-11:30pm

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Renfrew County Housing Corporation 450 O’Brien Road, Suite 105 | Renfrew, ON K7V 3Z2 Phone: (613) 432-3679 | Toll free: 1-855-432-6450 Fax: (613) 432-9402 www.countyofrenfrew.on.ca

TENDER CALL

Vacant Unit Interior Painting Reference #T17-01

Repainting of vacant social housing units (interior) throughout the County of Renfrew as required, including provision of materials, labour, equipment, services and incidentals.

Mandatory pre-bid site meetings to be held on January 25, 2017 in Renfrew at the following locations: • 220 Airth Blvd at 10:30 a.m. local time, and • 236 Hall Ave, Unit 103 at 11:00 a.m. local time Tender packages are available for pickup at 450 O`Brien Road, Suite 105, Renfrew. Electronic copies can be requested at whill@countyofrenfrew.on.ca Bid documents will be received until 2:00 pm local time, February 2, 2017 at Renfrew County Place, 450 O’Brien Road, Suite 105, Renfrew ON. A public opening will take place immediately after.

The lowest or any bid not necessarily accepted.

For further information please contact: Dana Farcasiu, B.Eng., C.E.T. Supervisor, Technical Services Tel: 613-432-3679 x 310 / 1-855-432-6450 Fax: 613- 432-9402 dfarcasiu@countyofrenfrew.on.ca The Renfrew Mercury - Thursday, January 19, 2017 9

WHITEWATER WESLEYAN COMMUNITY CHURCH

Mayor responds to Beattie letter on downtown repairs To the editor:

Re: Letter ‘Work on downtown core revitalization already done in 2008, (take Foresters Falls Road exit from hwy. 17 at Cobden) Jan. 12 Renfrew Mercury, by Mike Be613-646-2020 www.wwcc.ca attie.

First of all, I want to thank you for Sunday Services 9:00 am & 11:00 am your involvement in the 2008 revitalChildren’s ministry and supervised nursery ization of Renfrew’s downtown core. provided at both services * Dynamic Youth Program, Friday nights 7-9 p.m. Directional signage, parking and access to public washrooms, and consisBuilding Godly Homes for Today and Tomorrow tent store hours were just some of the initiatives identified.

The initiative was chaired and administered by the Renfrew Industrial Commission (RIC) and coordinated by yourself.

Its partners were Renfrew’s BIA, -- TRINITY-ST. ANDREW’S UNITED CHURCH -the Renfrew and Area Chamber of 291 Plaunt Street South, Renfrew, ON K7V 1N2 Commerce, and the Town of Renfrew. (ph) 613-432-2285 • (fx) 613-432-9744 Much was accomplished, including Rev. Russell Wardell • Rev. Susan Tough Sunday Worship 10 a.m. attracting businesses to the downFor all Ages • Wheelchair Accessible town, and that is what’s important.

Website: http://www.tsarenfrew.ca Renfrew’s ability to flourish now and -- HEBRON CHRISTIAN REFORMED COMMUNITY CHURCH -- in the future as a place to live, work, grow and do business depends on 431 Albert St. Rev. Daniel Meinema working together.

Sunday 10 a.m. Worship Service – Nursery Available Sunday School During Service We too are proud of the InnovaCoffee Break tion One building on O’Brien Road.

Women’s Interfaith Bible Study As the building owner, the town has Wednesday mornings From 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. had a long-term relationship with our Story Hour and Nursery for property manager, the RIC, and we Children 5 yrs. and under Available appreciate its efforts in attracting tenEveryone is welcome ants to this complex.

---------- ELMWOOD BIBLE CHAPEL ---------It’s an important contribution to 200 Francis St. the economic health of Renfrew.

Wednesday: 7:30 p.m. - Bible Study, Prayer The relocation of Deslaurier CabiSunday: 9:30 a.m. - The Lord’s Supper nets to property owned by the Town 11:00 a.m. - Family Bible Hour of Renfrew was another accomplishand Sunday School ment.

-- THE RENFREW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH -The town was equally as proud to 460 Raglan St. S. • 613-432-5452 have been part of this success story Ministers: The Reverends Brian and Alison Sharpe by paying for a major transformer upOrganist: Mrs. Elizabeth Brumm, H.B.Mus., A.R.CT.(2) SUNDAY WORSHIP - 10:00 a.m. - Nursery Care Available grade required to facilitate this move.

Economic development is a shared Sunday School 10:00 a.m. responsibility—and retaining existing Wheelchair Accessibility • EVERYONE WELCOME If transportation required, call Church Office businesses is as important as attract613-432-5452 Tues-Fri 8 a.m. ing new ones.

Openness and transparency are

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------ ST. PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH -----96 Argyle at Patrick Phone 613-432-3062 Reverend Jim Kirkpatrick Sunday, January 22 3rd Sunday after Epiphany Holy Communion at 10:30 a.m.

Children Activities

------------ THE SALVATION ARMY -----------8 Argyle St. at Munroe Corps Officer/Pastor SUNDAY SERVICE 10 a.m.

Women’s Ministry • Men’s Ministry Bible Study • 613-432-7721 • All Are Welcome!

---------- WORD OF LIFE MINISTRIES ---------431 Albert St. A non-denominational full Gospel Fellowship Rev. Bill McMillan • 613-432-6059 SUNDAYS @ 2:00 p.m.

----- CALVARY PENTECOSTAL CHURCH ----56 Wrangler Rd. (across from Canadian Tire) Pastor Peter Snow Sunday Worship @ 10 a.m.

All are welcome

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critical.

As a council, and a community, we need to ensure we are creating the type of environment that will ensure Renfrew thrives—a stable, sustainable tax rate, reliable infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and a good quality of life.

As part of the May 2016 report from the town’s economic development and tourism committee, all council members voted in favour of developing a strategy, and hiring a community and economic development officer on a contract basis. Our objective is to work with the Chamber, the BIA, the RIC, the County of Renfrew, and others because they have important roles.

The collective passion, energy and resources can serve residents well in developing a more diverse local employment base.

While it is true work was done to revitalize the downtown in 2008, more remains to be done.

That’s why council authorized a Community Improvement Plan in which grants to local businesses are available for qualifying projects.

One of the more visible programs is the façade and property improvement program.

The Flower Factory and The Square Nail are examples.

We encourage businesses to call us for more information or visit http:// renfrew.ca/public_docs/documents/ CIP.pdf. An important part of Council’s job in economic development is to ensure critical infrastructure is in place and is maintained and replaced.

It’s key to maintaining a safe, healthy and attractive community.

Our downtown is a priority in that some of the underground infrastructure—the pipes are over 80 years-old.

We are applying for funding under

Ontario’s Connecting Links (CL) program—for Highway 60 from Raglan Street South to Bridge.

The CL application submitted is for $6.17 million of which $3 million, if approved, comes from Ontario.

The project is slated for 2017-2018 and will not proceed without funding approval.

In order to ensure the success of this project the Town has commenced a very important Downtown Streetscape Master Plan and Urban Design Guidelines initiative which has a very broad scope with the intent of providing guidance to the engineers who will design a complete reconstruction of the downtown infrastructure including the road, water, sewer, curbs, sidewalks, street furniture, trees, signs, waste collection and recycling, lighting and landscaping.

Much has also been said about the rebranding. It is important to reiterate that our coat of arms and its motto, Let It Flourish, remains unchanged and will continue to have a high profile because of its ceremonial uses as well as being displayed on Council agendas, minutes, resolutions, bylaws, and agreements.

We are proud of our present and our history, and both are reflected in the logo.

John Lorne McDougall’s grist mill built in the mid-1850s known today at the McDougall Mill Museum is prominent.

The logo features a more modern type face that also symbolizes the Bonnechere River—which was so very important to Renfrew’s early settlement; the trees symbolize the environment, and the growth to which we aspire.

The logo will be used for marketing, communication and promotional purposes and will be introduced only

as signage, vehicles, clothing and ID badges are being replaced and advertisements and brochures are being produced.

The creation of the logo or rebranding was part of our approach to economic development approved in the 2016 Budget and implemented in accordance with our current procurement policy.

To underscore the importance of this initiative, council recently passed a Corporate Identity – Communications Policy which ensures that consistent use of the visual identity will visibly communicate the unity and strength of the organization.

On your last point, the $100 daily meal expense is the maximum that can be incurred when attending meetings or conferences out of town and must be accompanied by receipts which are audited accordingly.

The amount was chosen to reflect the higher cost of dining in larger cities.

Using myself as an example, I personally spent 12 days collectively at out of town meetings/conferences in 2015 and 2016 combined, with total meal costs of $569.66 or $47.47 daily.

I also happen to pay my own way when attending local and area gatherings or events.

I am saddened by your view that an opinion letter was the only way to draw attention to your concerns. I am not known for ignoring letters, phone calls or emails.

Whether it is a meeting, event, or on the street, my objective is to take the time to have genuine conversations and discussions, answer questions and solve problems. I sincerely hope that you and I have an opportunity to have that conversation in the near future.

Sincerely Mayor Don Eady

Mental health patients receive 24/7 support A new app brings peace of mind to those living with mental health issues. Created by Margie Hibbard of Penticton, BC, SendOutSupport™ puts personal support resources at the touch of a button, so it’s easy to get help at times when everything else seems difficult.

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Designed to help people suffering from different states of mental illness—depression, anxiety, postpartum, PTSD, grief, addiction, and stress—SendOutSupportTM delivers instant support at the press of a button.

Customized features mean users can receive personal coping strategies on their device at programmed intervals and duration, and select contacts like mental health professionals or family members to receive pre-programmed support requests.

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The app includes a list of external help resources, and regional crisis center phone numbers.

It’s fast, easy to use and entirely confidential.

SendOutSupport™ focuses on productive coping strategies and makes it simple for people in emotional need to reach out to their unique support network of mental health professionals, family or friends.

It’s customizable to meet the needs of individuals or large groups, with the option of white label or custom-branded apps for organizations.

“The hardest time to ask for support is when you need it most,” says founder and owner, Margie Hibbard.

Hibbard suffers from PMDD and struggled with post-partum depression after the birth of her second child.

“SendOutSupport makes it easy to plan for those difficult times, and reach for help before you resort to negative self-talk or deprecation.”

With one click, users can request support and receive quick access to personal coping strategies for as long and as frequently as they need.

“Using the app restores a sense of personal power in the face of the debilitating symptoms of mental illness.

Planning ahead allows people to calmly consider who to call and when, reducing the tendency to wait until a crisis point is reached, “ Sharon Evans, RPN, ADPN, BSPN, President, BC Schizophrenia Society, Penticton Branch.

The downloadable app is now available in Android or iOS platforms in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store for $1.39.

Visit www.SendOutSupport.ca for the link.

Letter to the editor guidelines The Renfrew Mercury welcomes letters to the editor.

Senders must include their full name, complete address and a contact phone number. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published.

We reserve the right to edit letters for space and content, both in print and on our website at www.insideottawavalley.com.

Email your letter to theresa.fritz@ metroland.com .

Speed enforcement in Cobden results in 22 charges

RIDE campaign ends with impaired driving-related deaths, injuries The OPP wrapped up its Festive RIDE campaign on a sad note over the weekend, with a total of six people losing their lives in impaired drivingrelated incidents over the seven-week period.

While all data is preliminary, five of the deaths involved a motor vehicle collision, with the sixth being off-road vehicle-related.

Over and above these tragic, preventable deaths, many innocent road users were injured in some 270 OPPinvestigated collisions during the campaign, in which an impaired driver was a factor.

OPP officers conducted more than 7,340 RIDE stop initiatives throughout the province, charging 610 drivers with impaired driving between Nov. 21, 2016, and Jan. 7, 2017.

OPP Drug Recognition Evaluators (DRE) also took part, laying drugimpaired driving charges to 22 of the 610 charged drivers. Through the OPP Drug Evaluation and Classification

program, DREs have the tools and expertise they need to test for and detect drug impairment in drivers.

During the campaign, an additional 388 drivers were issued warn range suspensions for driving with a bloodalcohol concentration (BAC) between .05 and .08 — a BAC range that also impairs one’s ability to drive safely and poses a danger to other road users.

Locally, the Renfrew OPP charged four drivers with impaired driving and driving over 80 milligrams while conducting 74 RIDE spot checks involving more than 2,100 drivers.

Heading into the new year, the OPP is reminding Ontarians that they all have a role to play in ending impaired driving-related deaths. Make a commitment to never drive after consuming alcohol or drugs. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired, call 911 to report them to police. In doing so, you could be saving lives.

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Jan. 11-12. There is a suspect in the case and Const. Troy Dobbie is investigating.

Vehicle owners are strongly encouraged to remove keys from their vehicles and lock it or lose it.

Domestic Disputes Renfrew and Arnprior OPP officers responded to eight domestic disputes during the past week. One male was charged with assault causing bodily harm, assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. No other criminal offences took place.

Thefts A victim reported their credit card had been stolen on Jan. 6. The theft was not discovered until Jan. 9 and the credit card was cancelled. There is a suspect and Const. J.P. St. Cyr is investigating.

On Jan. 12, Const. Mark O’Dacre investigated a theft from a residence in Renfrew.

The victim reported items missing from the home, including a debit card, jewelry, cash and other personal items missing. The suspect was a friend of the victims who was invited into the home. The investigation is continuing.

Overnight on Jan. 12 items were stolen from an unlocked vehicle parked in a private driveway on Raglan St S Renfrew.

Several gift cards and items of clothing were stolen. Physical evidence was seized and Const. Sarah Turcotte is investigating.

The Members of the Renfrew Detachment of the OPP investigated 209 calls for service during the past week.

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Members of the Renfrew detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are focusing speed enforcement in the area of Highway 17 in Cobden after concerns were raised by a resident.

The speed limit on Highway 17 is 50 km/hr through the town limits in Cobden. During one six-hour enforcement activity, 22 charges of speeding were issued, along with two charges for using a hand held electronic device. Motorists are encouraged to obey speed limits, especially in residential areas and school zones.

Break, enter and theft A cottage on Quail Trail in the Township of Greater Madawaska was found with the front door open on Jan. 15. It is not known if anything was stolen. There was a fresh snowmobile track leading to the cottage.

Const. Tina Hunt is continuing to investigate.

Stolen vehicle A vehicle stolen in Renfrew overnight on Jan. 12 was recovered the next day in Brighton, Ont. A 2009 Hyundai Elantra was stolen from York Street in Renfrew between 10:30 p.m. and 6 a.m. The vehicle was unlocked and the keys were inside the vehicle. OPP officers responded to a suspicious vehicle report in Brighton on Jan. 13 and recovered the stolen vehicle and arrested a male.

A stolen vehicle was also recovered in Renfrew on Jan. 13. A 2005 Ford Escape was abandoned on school property at 41 Bolger Lane, Renfrew.

This vehicle had been stolen in South Frontenac Township overnight on

RENFREW MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION

More and more, parents find their way into my clinic in a desperate attempt to make their life and their childs life easier. They usually have tried it all from counselling to medication and are at a point where it is no longer an option to just sit and wait for a miracle to happen. Their day to day challenges center around managing their child. The school calls to complain about their misbehaviour. Teachers often don’t know what to do, just as parents are at their width end with their patience. Arguments happen way too often and resentment, hatred and overwhelm become a way of life. Yet deep inside every mom and dad know their child is special…. soooo special! Just how can we turn things around?

Let me tell you a little story: A few month ago both parents brought their young teenager into my clinic. I work with all of them together but also provide confidential individual time if necessary, as the goal is to respect everyone.

Even though the child is going to be treated, mom and dad need to understand the ground work and rules and will be enlightened by my suggestions as it relates to their parenting style. This teenage boy was suffering from anxiety, ADD and ADHD. He is a bright and engaged young teenager, who loves to take control of his life. After the inital assessment I provided some energetic homeopathic remedies.

I showed the boy how to take the remedies and he took the first dose right in my office. At the end, I briefly spoke with mom in private, while dad and his son waited in the car.

Next month at the follow-up visit, mom was beaming from ear to ear and dad said: I can’t believe this, but he was another child from the first time he took a drop of your remedies! He immediately calmed down and was patiently waiting in the car for mom to come out, without getting impatient or angry as he usually would.” Mom continued saying: “I even can take him shopping now, without being afraid that I’ll have to run out of the store in embarassment of him having a panic attack or a tantrum! His conflict resolution is so much easier and we are actually coming to a conslusion.” Then I turned to the boy and he smiled: “I don’t even have my nightmares anymore!”

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Not all hibernators sleep winter away This winter has seen a roller-coaster of environmental conditions.

There have been periods of “real winter” with fresh snow and invigorating temperatures.

There have also warm spells with freezing rain and even rain.

The effects of these fluctuating conditions on animals are as varied as the conditions themselves.

For some, food resources were easier to find when receding snow revealed seeds. For others, the subnivean space — the crystalized subway under the snow where small mammals roam in relative warmth — flooded or collapsed. Both scenarios spelled trouble for its users when temperatures plummeted.

Wild fluctuations in winter temperatures also affect larger animals. black bears, eastern chipmunks, raccoons, striped skunks, and groundhogs vanish in the fall and appear the following spring.

They are said to enter hibernation but hibernation is defined as an inactive state characterized by greatly depressed heart rate, body temperature, and metabolic activity.

A hibernating animal is in a deep sleep and cannot be easily awoken.

Eastern chipmunks vanish in the fall and aren’t seen again until early spring but if you put a video camera into one of their underground cham-

bers, you’d see that every few days its occupant wakens, goes to a pantry to have a meal, then uses another chamber as a lavatory before returning to its bedroom where it curls up and falls asleep.

There is no continuous inactive state for a chipmunk.

Black bears also don’t sleep soundly all winter long.

Although the heart rate of a black bear drops to a mere eight beats per minute, its body temperature remains high (near 30°C) so a dormant bear easily arouses.

I’ve been to several winter dens on extremely cold days. At one, the bear wore a transmitter that registered heart activity.

The more active the heart, the greater the number of blips per minute.

Even though it was -30°C, when I approached the den on snowshoes, the blips on the researcher’s receiver quickly accelerated from one per 10

seconds to about one per second.

The bear sensed me coming and was rousing from its sleep.

At another den, this one semiexposed under an overturned tree’s roots, the large head of a female bear (which had two newly born cubs) slowly rose up into view and blinked when I bent over to peer in. My heart rate also quickly accelerated.

Raccoons and skunks also wake up readily and become active on warm winter nights, which is why recently there have been dead raccoons along highways.

Their short-term sleep is known as lethargy.

Groundhogs, however, are never active on warm winter days.

On rare occasions, they briefly raise their body temperature and roll around in their underground dens, but for the most part they remain curled up in a ball in a deathlike sleep, oblivious to conditions above the ground.

Groundhogs are not only true hibernators; they are the world’s largest animals to enter that state. Locally, jumping mice (both meadow and woodland) are also true hibernators that never go wandering when temperatures soar in winter.

Too bad the same doesn’t apply to raccoons.

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Celebration of Life Jan. 27 Calabogie family fearing homelessness TIFFANY LEPACK tlepack@metroland.com

Thirteen years ago, Janet Robertson set out to help boost the spirits of cancer patients with a mid-winter party, and to raise funds and awareness.

For the second year in a row her daughters Alyssa, April and Amber Gillan are keeping their mother’s spirit alive, organizing the 13th annual Celebration of Life.

"This event was very important to our mom and something we wanted to continue for her as it was very special to us," said Alyssa of her mother who died on March 11, 2015 after living with cancer for a number of years.

Alyssa said it was hard organizing the event last year without their mom.

"We know she is proud of us and this is something she wanted to continue, we are happy to do it for her."

The all-day event starts on Friday, Jan. 27 with breakfast at Rocky Mountain House from 7 to 9 a.m. followed by lunch at Finnigan's Roadhouse from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The big dance gets underway at the Renfrew Armouries with doors opening at 7 p.m. with the Ghost

Town Cryers and the Riley New Band.

"We are very happy to have both bands back, I'm pretty sure they have always been there," said Alyssa. "We know everyone in town likes listening to them and we are happy they can come and support the cause with us."

The event usually raises $20,000 for the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Oncology Unit/Digital Mammography and Hospice Renfrew.

"Both of these are very important in our community and lots of people require their services," said Alyssa.

She said last year was very heartwarming with a room being named for their mother at the hospital.

"We were proud to accept it in her memory."

The event started with Robertson and some of her amigos as a chance to raise funds, raise awareness and lift spirts.

"I think it's something people look forward to," said Alyssa. "It's good fun and something for everybody, everyone is welcome."

There is also a live and silent auction, with donations still being accepted.

Advance tickets are on sale at Scotia Bank, Dahl's Convenience and Ray's Flowers.

in winter will remain in rural cabin

DEREK DUNN

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A young family caught in a battle between their landlords and a large corporation faced eviction with nowhere to go during a Canadian winter.

However, thanks in part to a Metroland Media investigation, the family has been given a reprieve.

Apryl Warren, John Soules, their two toddlers and three cats are living in a cabin just outside Calabogie.

They moved there last year after their Arnprior business, The Shawarma Shoppe, went out of business - taking their savings with it.

“We nearly lost everything,” Warren said.

“We were in serious trouble struggling to keep bills paid.”

Both adults are debilitated by health problems and survive off her Canadian Pension Plan benefits, which don’t cover the costs of her medication.

Her son, too, is intellectually delayed, adding more stress to the situation.

Then, as they were settling in for winter, having bought $600 worth of wood for the stove, a landlord knocked on the door.

A few days before Christmas they learned that the cabin would be sold

and locked on Jan. 24. They would be escorted from the premises, even though they abided by the landlord and tenant act and always paid rent on time.

“We will be homeless. Thirty days notice, that’s all we get,” Warren wrote on a gofundme.com post at the time.

“Our family will be on the streets with nowhere to go. We have no time to try to save money for first and last month’s rent plus moving expenses.”

The family had no idea their landlords had been locked in a legal dispute with W.O. Stinson & Son going back to at least 2014. The landlords owned a well-known restaurant and gas bar in Calabogie.

It had allegedly fallen behind on fuel payments to the petroleum products company. Two years later, in April 2016, Stinson won from the court a date to have the cabin auctioned off with proceeds awarded to it.

The sheriff’s office called an auction for Jan. 24.

The family frantically called various government bodies: Pembroke courthouse, tenant tribunal, the county’s social housing organization.

“Basically our family is in a crisis situation with nowhere to turn,” Warren wrote. “Please help in any way you can.

We are at our wit’s end.”

Warren and Soules contacted Metroland Media to see what could be done.

They said social housing, fortunately, had a house for them in the Town of Renfrew. But it wouldn’t be ready until March 1 - 35 winter days ahead.

However, when Stinson lawyer Pierre Champagne learned of the family’s plight he moved to bring some compassion to the situation.

“It is not Stinson’s intention to harm this family. The first Stinson heard of this was when (Metroland) told us,” said Champagne, a partner at Gowling WLG Canada. “Stinson is prepared to assist this family as much as it can.”

He was careful to say his client is not responsible for evicting the family. They didn’t know anyone was living in the cabin. But it has waited on payment for many months, and ought to receive its money.

“If we can assist this family in making sure they have a place to live in the middle of winter, we are all in favour of that,” Champagne said. “I will ask the sheriff’s office to postpone the auction until after March 1.”

Warren was elated by the news. However, the family will still have difficulties with moving expenses. Anyone interested in helping should log onto www. gofundme.com/3s-family-in-crisis.

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330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3

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HUNTER GATE SUBDIVISION

A brand new custom built 3 bdrm bungalow with 2 baths, open concept living, outstanding floor plan and exterior design. About to be built in the spring! Close to shopping, Tarion Warrantied, fully serviced lot – the very best awaits you! Call Helen for details at 432-0058.

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834 BARRETT CHUTE RD. - CALABOGIE

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31 PETER STREET

Excellent location in good residential area! 2 bedroom bungalow with living room with gas fireplace, newer kitchen, dining room and brand new 3 pc bath.

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209 BASSWOOD AVE.

A beautifully kept and maintained bungalow awaits you here! You need to view it to appreciate the new kitchen, the new flooring, the new bathroom and the completely finished basement. Large deck at the rear and as well an extra wide newly paved driveway. This home has central air and gas heat – pristine condition. Call Helen at 432-0058.

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Waterfront 4 Season Home Waterfront 4 season 4 bedroom home with three levels of living space. Large insulated and heated detached garage, easy access with great view of the Lake.

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95 JUNE STREET $99,900 Great starter 3 bedroom home or investment opportunity. Large eat in kitchen and generous sized lot. MLS# 1037156.

Asking $109,900. Call David 613-401-2824.

344 MCMANUS RD. – WHITE LAKE An excellent farm for you at this address. Ideal location near Waba Rd and just off Bellamy Rd. A solid brick bungalow with two levels totally finished, large detached garage and swimming pool all on 230 acres. Large barn on the property as well. Call Helen at 432-0058 or Ross at 433-1133.

835 ARCHIBALD STREET, RHODDY’S BAY – OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT HOME

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D L SO 338 WILLIAM ST., ARNPRIOR

Spike in ER visits, occupied beds at RVH could mean longer wait times Renfrew Victoria Hospital (RVH) is reporting a significant spike in patient visits to its emergency department, as well as in its hospital bed occupancy rates, just a few weeks into the new year. RVH records show, for example, that on Jan. 5, the emergency department (ED) had 75 patient visits compared to 48 on the same day in 2016. And, according to Chris Ferguson, vice-president of patient care services: "In-patient bed occupancy rates have been above 100 per cent for the past month."

Ferguson says a variety of factors could be causing this surge in patient volumes, including the flu and cold season, the Renfrew area's aging community, as well as patients awaiting transfers to other facilities.

"Although RVH makes every effort to see patients promptly," Ferguson says that "surges in volume may mean longer wait times both in the emergency department and for admission to the hospital. Patient safety, however, is always our priority at RVH.” Higher patient volumes are common at hospitals across the province, according to a Jan. 10 letter from the Ontario Hospital Association (OHA) to Ontario's Minister of Health and Long-Term Care. According to the OHA: "In recent months, ED wait times have been the longest on record since Ontario started measuring

wait times nine years ago." Wait times for admission to hospital from the ED also "increased 13 per cent from this time last year," according to the OHA. To reduce wait times and to avoid unnecessary visits to RVH's emergency department, hospital staff offers the following advice to the public: * Get the flu vaccine, which is available from physicians or many pharmacies; * Practise diligent hand hygiene to stay healthy and avoid catching the cold or flu; * Call your physician's office for non-emergency situations.

RVH also advises all patients who are going to the emergency department to ensure that their medical information is up-to-date, and to take a list of all their medications, as well as any other important information such as allergies.

For patients who are being admitted to the hospital, RVH staff advises that families get involved early to plan a safe and timely discharge.

On the day of discharge, patients should be picked up before 10 a.m. in order to give the next patient access to the hospital bed.

If a patient cannot return home after an acute admission, families need to plan for alternative placements. Hospital staff are available to assist families in these decisions.

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8946 HWY 60. EGANVILLE. Asking $169,900 for this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home on almost 3 acres on edge of Eganville.

Call Peter 613-432-0319.

158 LOCHIEL ST.

Asking only $169,900 for this centrally located 4 BR family home with large yard, spacious interior and rooms, carport, gas heat and 1.5 baths.

MLS# 1035458. Call Peter 613-432-0319.

15266 HIGHWAY 17, HALEY'S

Brick bungalow located between Haley’s and Cobden, Approx 1150 Sq ft with 1 car garage. Kit, DR, LR and 1 4pc bath, plus 3 bdrms all on main floor. Partially finished full basement. New roof and propane furnace in 2013. Beautifully enclosed gazebo at the rear of the home. All on a 1 acres lot. Don’t miss his quality home.

Asking $199,900. MLS# 1022899. Call Ross 433-1133.

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292 GRIST MILL RD., EGANVILLE

128 TASSE AVE.

Asking $119,900 for this 3 BR, 1.5 storey centrally located home, newer gas furnace, central air, hardwood floors. Call Peter 613-432-0319.

270 JAMES CRES.

Located on a quiet Crescent this 3 BR home has many updates and a spacious carport, hardwood flooring, finished basement and large master.

MLS# 1036797. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

43 IVY AVENUE

3 Bedroom hi - ranch brick bungalow. Totally remodeled kitchen in 2016, new floors in 2015 on both levels. Back porch ( 12x13 ) with roof installed in 2003. Open concept dining/living room fully finished basement with rec room, 1 2pc bath separate laundry room and workshop area. New roof and new furnace Just move in condition!! MLS# 1034810.Asking $245,000. Ross Peever 433-1133.

2 Storey wood siding + brick house. Property consists of kit, LR with beautiful stone fireplace. 1 bedroom plus 4pc bath on the main floor. 2nd level has 1 2 pc bath, 2 bedrooms and a large master bedroom leading to a deck. Full partially finished basement with a rec room, and office and furnace room. Large cement block garage 20’ by 24’, fully insulated work shop 24’ by 35’ with 1-2pc bath, forced air wood furnace 100 amp service. Many more features at this location on 60+ acres of mostly bush.

1149 FOY RD. ADMASTON

Asking $275,000 for this 4 BR 10 yr. old country home minutes from town on a quiet road.

MLS# 1037750. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

45 CHARRON LANE - MOTIVATED SELLER!

$839,900. 6 acre property with over 700 ft. of shoreline on private, springfed lake. 3 bdrm, 3 bath home with sunroom and finished basement. Master bdrm on main level with ensuite bath. Wood working shop and artist studio (may come equipped as part of the sale). Detached 3 car garage. Sauna located next to the beach, providing privacy and relaxation. Only 6 minutes to Renfrew. Call Ross 613-433-1133.

312 PINE VALLEY ROAD

Three Parcels of land and 2 quality modern homes all sold as one. 40 cow stall lined with legend mats, plus 4 circulating fans. 61 Kg mile quota.

Machine shed 40’x120’, dry cow barn 32’x58’, heifer barn 25’x40’.

Several steel grain bins. Second farm - 2 storey home, completely renovated with ad an addition added in 2006. Steel shed 36’x172’ for bred heifers, plus feed storage and cement yard. 3 parcel, land only is all tile drained. Many more features, call Ross for further details. Property is one of kind! Ross Peever 613-433-1133 MLS#1025456

128 BONNECHERE STREET SOUTH

93 SPINDLE DRIFT CALABOGIE

Asking $315,000 for this immaculate 3 BR home with finished basement backing onto the golf course with deeded water access. MLS# 1021357.

Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

COLTON LAKE

Spacious 2 Storey brick home, offers 2 levels of living space. Separate building, adjacent to the house, converted into a 2 bedroom apartment, providing extra income. Paved Driveway. Asking $149,900.

Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

10 year old vinyl sided Hi ranch bungalow. Approved septic system, water from the lake, cottage is all dry walled Heating with electric base board plus air approved air tight wood stove.

Newer eight sided gazebo with power and 5 double windows.

Front and side deck. Move in condition and enjoy this beautiful cottage. MLS# 1034846. Call Ross 613-433-1133.

149 HARRY ST.

10 ACRES

Asking $222,500 for this four bedroom home with spacious rear addition, main floor laundry, gas heat and centrally located. MLS# 1007532.

Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

WHITTON RD.

Private setting with acreage for this 4 BR home, walkout finished basement, new furnace, hardwood floors, a rare find. MLS# 1033387. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

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Marlene Schaly planted the seeds.

Now there are 25 finished Art Trees and 10 more in progress.

The Art Tree Project is a - born in Renfrew County - way of marking Canada's 150th birthday.

Schaly thinks the endeavour is going well so far and she thinks it will catch on more as the word gets out with the community shows.

The first of 12 shows start this week at the Arnprior Public Library, it will run from Jan. 21 to March 8.

"This is the opportunity where everybody is the artist and has the opportunity to show their place and heritage in the community," said Schaly.

The Art Tree Project is a creative initiative in which families, schools, businesses and groups can come together to each create their own Art Tree masterpiece. Each completed Art Tree will be owned by its creators and proudly displayed at participating community art shows during Canada's 150th celebrations. There are six different group themes: family, schools, charities, First Nations, business, and community clubs/groups.

Schaly encourages people to get involved as there is still lots of time to make a tree.

"It's feeling a part of your community and celebrating your heritage," said Schaly.

The cost of a kit to create the Art Tree is $100 and it comes boxed with an archival art print of the tree, design sheet, lettering, extra art papers, instructions on art techniques and the logo. The Art Tree Project is a not-for-

profit initiative run entirely by volunteers.

"It brings out the inner artist and engages people to be creative," said Schaly. "It's all inclusive, no matter what your age, ability or background."

Schaly is proud that the project has started in the Ottawa Valley and has branched out across the country.

"We are close to having participation from every province," said Schaly.

She also recently received an order from British Columbia for seven schools to create trees with local artists to help create them.

The project is also officially approved by Heritage Canada as a Canada 150 project.

UPCOMING SHOWS From Arnprior the show moves to the Renfrew with four different shows: at the library from March 9 to May 5; St. Joseph's High School from May 6 to June 29; Ma-Te-Way Park from June 30 to July 2; and during the fair from Sept. 4 to 10. In Calabogie the show makes two stops at St. Andrew's United Church from June 30 to July 4 and at the Calabogie Community Hall from June 30 to Aug. 4. There are also two chances to catch the shows in White Lake from July 3 to Aug. 4 at the Women's Institute Hall and during Herbfest on July 30 at the Waba Cottage.

The show will be in Eganville at the Bonnechere Museum from Aug. 4 to Sept. 3, Pembroke from Sept. 11 to Oct. 22, and finally in Shawville from Oct. 23 to Nov. 27.

For more information on the Art Tree Project follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arttreeproject/.

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New year, new movement at duplicate LEWIS MACDONALD Renfrew Duplicate Bridge Club

Seven-and-a-half tables competed for honours at Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre Jan. 4 as the new year saw organizers try a different movement to minimize an individual pair’s sit-out time.

The bridge movement adopted for the afternoon was a variation on straight Mitchell, styled the “North-South Bump.” In it, all but one pair is assigned to North-South or East-West tables. The remaining pair is a ‘Rover,’ which sits out the first round. At

each subsequent round, the Rover replaces a North-South pair which has been “bumped” for that round. During the course of play, no North-South pair sits out more than two boards.

No small slams were successful, and only three attempted, during an afternoon of cautious bidding.

In the Chalk Talk preceding play, Wayne Daze reviewed basic bidding via four bridge layouts. He reiterated that every bid should convey information as to a particular holding and its length in order to arrive at an optimal contract.

In the course of the bidding for each of the layouts, players needed to refresh the conventions of cue bidding, support doubles, and negative doubles.

Congratulations to the afternoon’s winners: First: Leanne Cheliak and Rick Duncan (65.77 per cent); Second: Anna McCallum and Gwen Latendresse; Third: Carol and David Sulpher; Four: Ruth Grant and Mary McCann; Five: Sharon Sewter and Tom Sewter; Six: Gillian Wilson and Malcolm Wilson

Pair score uncommon grand slam at bridge club LEWIS MACDONALD Renfrew Duplicate Bridge Club

Eight and one-half tables competed for honours at Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre Jan. 11 with the afternoon seeing a seven no-trump grand slam contract on Board 1.

Jeannie Yagminas and Mona Brydges accomplished the rare feat.

Three other slams were also made on Board 1. Gillian and Mac Wilson were suc-

cessful at six hearts as well as Sharon and were well-received by players.

Tom Sewter. In addition, Carol and Dave Congratulations to the Jan. 11 winners: Sulpher brought home a six-level contract in North — South diamonds. On Board 4, the only other slam First: Carol Sulpher and Dave Sulpher; of the day was a six spades effort by Ruth Second: Sharon Sewter and Tom Sewter; Grant and Mary McCann. Kudos to all the Third: Bev Kobus and Ian Scott. pairs with the successful slams.

East — West In the Chalk Talk preceding play, Wayne First: Leanne Cheliak and Rick Duncan; Daze used practice hands to demonstrate Second: Ursula Endicott and Eric Brown; killer leads for the opposition in a variety of Third: Fran Bonner and Mary Ann Marcontracts. As always, his cogent comments shall.

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McNab/Braeside Township Times UPCOMING MEETINGS February 7 – Regular Meeting – 7:00 p.m.

February 14 – Planning Advisory Committee Meeting – 7:00 p.m.

February 21 – Regular Meeting – 7:00 p.m.

WINTER PARKING & SNOW REMOVAL – EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 15, 2016.

In accordance with municipal By-Law # 2014-37: • Any vehicle parked on any street or road allowance within the Township of McNab/Braeside so as to prohibit or interfere with snow plowing operations will be towed away at owner’s risk and expense.

• No person shall push, blow or place snow on or across any Township street or road allowance. The Township of McNab/Braeside will not be responsible for damages to mail boxes, newspaper containers or other appurtenances that are privately owned and erected on Township right-of-ways that may be damaged through winter snowplowing operations.

If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department 613-623-5756 ext. 227 or 1-800-957-4621 ext. 236

SNOWSHOEING AT ALEXANDER STEWART PROVINCIAL PARK Join us this Saturday, January 21st to go snowshoeing at the Alexander Stewart Provincial Park on Russett Drive! Excursion led by Andy Kalnins and Councilor Heather Lang. Meet at 9:00 a.m. Saturday morning at the Park entrance for an informal snowshoeing session. Snowshoes are available on a first come, first served, limited basis by calling the Recreation Department Lending Hub in advance of the date you wish to borrow the equipment at 613-623-5756 x 226.

BRAESIDE ANNUAL WINTER CARNIVAL Mark Your Calendar! The Braeside Annual Winter Carnival will be taking place on Saturday, February 4th at the Braeside RA Centre. More details to come!

OUTDOOR RINKS For up to date information on the status of our outdoor rinks, check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/townshipofmcnabbraeside/

PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION SCHEEL DRIVE REHABILITATION. The Township of McNab/Braeside has initiated the design process for the rehabilitation of Scheel Drive from Brae Loch Road to approximately 1.0 km south of Carmichael Side Road.

An information session will be held for local residents and members of the public from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on January 26, 2017 at the Township Office (2508 Russett Drive). During this information session, details of the project will be presented for review and comment.

This notice is being circulated in order to ensure local property owners are aware of the project and encourage attendance at the public consultation meeting for anyone with comments/concerns. For further information about this project, please contact the following: Phil Whelan, P. Eng.,

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This past Saturday, the Mat Rat Division of the Renfrew Amateur Wrestling Club (RAWC) competed in an Ottawa tournament that saw wrestlers coming from as far away as Timmins and Nova Scotia. Competing in the National Capital Wrestling Tournament was a great experience for the local team, said Mat Rat head coach Shohannah Smith-McClure.

It helped them see what work needs to be done before the provincials in April and the Eastern Canadians in Moncton, N.B., in May. It was also a great experience for the shadow coaches, helping them prepare for the next level. They did a great job, said club head coach Grant Lavallee. Team manager Trish Smith was a great help keeping records and letting coaches know well in advance of matches coming up.

It was important for the wrestlers to understand that some, due to numbers in their weight class and division, had to compete against older youth.

This would not happen in major tournaments, but was a good experience and offered much needed matches.

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On Jan. 14 the Renfrew Amateur Wrestling Club Vipers competed in a tournament in Ottawa. A large group of wrestlers made the trip to wrestle against athletes from as far away as Timmins and Nova Scotia. tling, asked for their comments at the tournament, stated; "At the wrestling tournament as a parent, being able to see the Vipers in action and all the great coaches' support and encouragement given to each team member truly makes for a great day. Win or lose, I noticed a lot of happy wrestlers! Having fun is the key to team building, sportsmanship and an overall great day."

These comments really encourage us to work hard with our youth.

The club invites the public to come and watch the Vipers in action on Feb. 11 at RCI where people will see wrestlers from 8 to 17 years old competing in their age groups.

Then on Sunday, Feb. 12, the club hosts an Ontario Youth Development Program which will see national champions putting on the clinic. En-

try to these events are free to the public, thanks to all of the support our community gives our local club.

Mat Rat placements at the weekend tournament: First place finishers: Keltey Murphy, Carter Troke, Ian Sully, Kadance Moore, Aidan Kelly, Chloe Gibbons and Cecelia Desjardens Second place finishers: Tanner Troke, Hannah Gillett, Ethan Kean,

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Landon Bates, Hayden Ladouceur, Ariel Gibbons, Ben Runge and Jack Mahoney Third place finishers: Lilie Purdie, Brooklyn Holley, Gavin Troke, Cole Brownlee, Chanelle Howard and Noah Gillett Fourth place finishers: Mackenzie Todd, Jayden Bates, Mason Schulthies, Jimmy Browne and Connor Rennie Fifth place finishers: Ethan Powell, Owen LaRocque, Kolby Johnson, Ayden DeBruyn and Carter Robertson In the senior division, the RAWC Vipers attended the National Capital Wrestling Festival on Saturday, Jan. 14. This tournament brought in teams from Nova Scotia, Quebec and Timmins. This was great tournament for the seniors as they prepare for the 2017 Cadet and Juvenile championships to be held at the Powerade Centre in Brampton on Feb. 4.

Results from the NCWF: First Jolie Brisco, Teegan Tabbert and Lily Warren, Second Ben Runge Third Chanelle Howard just off podium Ryan Theobald and Duncan Jamieson.

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The undefeated St. Joseph’s Jags were on the wrong end of a massive upset in varsity boys’ hockey last week. They lost 6-2 to Opeongo, that school’s first win of the season. Three quick goals early in the first rocked the Jags, who hadn’t fallen behind during any of their previous six games. Excellent goaltending helped the Wildcats, but the players in front also moved the puck nicely and capitalized on opportunities.

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In Renfrew Minor Hockey Association peewee house action, Shawville took home the hardware Jan. 7 at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre (MAC), winning 4-0 over Orleans.

South Stormont won the B-Side 4-1 over Personalize it. Chase Congdon fired his 47th goal of the season, Ben Delorme made 16 saves. Congdon was MVP. Personalize It beat Pembroke 6-2. Delorme got the win, Chase Congdon scored three times, Keegan Crozier had two goals and Brandon Cameron one.

They lost the opener 4-2 to Shawville, Delorme was named MVP and made 18 saves. Congdon and Crozier each had a goal and an assist.

MY FM lost both games 4-2 to Orleans with Riley Fielding and Luke Steele scoring.

MY FM lost 6-1 to South Stormont with Connor Pilgrim, a callup from atom house, scoring. Sam Labossiere was in goal.

In league play, MY FM is now (93-2) in 14 games. They beat Eganville 3-0. Labossiere had a third shutout on Jan. 8. Connor Pilgrim, Derrick O'Grady and Kenny Ingram scored for MY FM. Bantam house - Kemptville Panthers defeated the Pontiacs to win the crown 6-1 Jan. 8 at Ma-Te-Way. Metro dropped their two games 5-2 to Shawville and 4-2 to Nepean.

Katie Brydges faced 53 shots in the two games.

Dravean Cameron and Owen Lefebvre scored in the opener and Carson Moran scored twice against Nepean.

Brydges was hot in goal with 25 saves.

Owen Lefebvre and Beatrice Mellan each had two assists.

Karras Way lost twice also, 4-0 to South End and a 4-2 setback to Petawawa. Kyle Webster was in goal for both games. Hunter Bovair and Max Steele scored, Nepean won the B-side 4-1 over South End. In league play, Karras Way won 3-2 in Petawawa Jan. 7 while Metro lost 8-1 in Westmeath. Lefebvre scored.

Metro lost at home Jan. 9 to Arnprior 7-0. Brydges kept her team in it with 20 saves.

Midget house - Renfrew Northern Photo (7-3-2) defeated Pembroke at home 6-2 on Jan. 7. Leading scorer Cole Turcotte scored twice and added three assists, Cody MacKin with two goals and two assists, Carter Haaima with one. Connery Campbell made 14 saves for the win.

Atom house - Canadian Tire (CTC) were in a tournament in Smith Falls, winning two out of three games.

CTC rolled Kingston Jan. 7, 5-2 was the score. Connor Hanniman, Finley Fletcher, Emmitt Lavallee, Lincoln Sammon and Zander Stehle scored.

CTC were shutout 1-0 by the Leitrim Hawks. Isaac Labossiere, red hot in goal, got a win 3-2 over the Metcalfe Jets. Colin Charron, Connor Hanniman and Lincoln Sammon scored.

CTC are (9-6) in league play.

Barker's Collision Centre, now 120, nipped Pembroke 5-2 with stellar goaltending from Easton Clarke. lsaiah Kaseke scored twice for Barker's, with singles by Lucas Powell, Cayden McKinnon and Greyson Mousseau.

Novice House Rinks Rats lost 4-2 in Pembroke Jan. 6.

Scoring were Kip Stevenson and Jackson Sammon. Noah Hein was the goalie for the Rats.

Novice Wolves - Renfrew Timberwolves shut out Arnprior Jan. 9 in Arnprior 4-0.

Kale Osipenko recorded his fifth shutout on the season. Kent Greer scored three times and Byron Box one.

Renfrew then won at home against Valley Storm 6-1 on Jan.11.

Kent Greer fired four goals and now has 73 on the season. Easton Curley and Greyer Craig with singles.

Kale Osipenko got the win, Ross McGregor played the third period.

Peewee Wolves game against Valley Storm, midget Wolves against Deep River also Arnprior against the bantams were cancelled Jan. 10 due to bad weather.

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One of Renfrew's top curling events took place the weekend of Jan. 6-8 as Theresa and Karl Mann welcomed 96 curlers and many friends and family to the annual Spaghetti Spiel and the fun and frolics matched the curling excitement on the ice.

The names going on the trophy this year are Norm, Eric and Adam Hoffman and Jamie Cybulski. A special thanks to all of the great helpers that made this a great event, especially for the those trying curling for their first time.

The second draw for the Friday Night Fixed league ended up in a three-way tie for first place with three wins: Bill Bowles, Rory McKay, Louise Bowles and Eliana McKay; Barb Westgarth, Stephanie Langlois, Peter and Tammy Payton; Kris Barrie, Heather Barrie, Theresa Mann and Kevin MacGil-

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Two senior men's team travelled to Pembroke to play in their cash spiel.

The team of Gary Smith, Dave Eady, Rory McKay and Jim Berg brought home the big bags of cash as they won the A side and the spiel championship. In their first game versus Rick Lomore from Pembroke, it was a close game until the fifth end when the Renfrew team pulled away for the win with all around solid play.

In their second game, they met fellow Renfrewites, the Brian Yolkolskie crew and a top curling battle ensued. A close match throughout, with three blank ends and great shots aplenty, finally ended in Smith's favour.

The A final was against provincial-bound Bruce Delaney (Russell) rink. Delaney's gang took the lead. Smith's team battled back taking one in the seventh, stealing one in eighth to tie and finally stealing the win with one in the extra end for the win.

Smith's comeback strategy was executed as well as what we see on TV during the Brier.

The team of Brian Yolkolskie, Phil Marcella, Andy Miller and Ron Townson played three strong games and easily defeated Pembroke before finding themselves on the wrong end of a great game against Smith's squad and then moving to the C final against another Pembroke team. The team won easily, 7-1 after seven ends, and took home smaller bags of cash.

In Low Cup action in Arnprior against the host team, the team of Rob Warren, Don Rouble, Rory McKay and Joe Kasaboski curled consistently and won 8-5 and 9-3.

Dave Eady, Andy Miller, Jim Berg and Bernie Leclaire missed some key shots as they took one in the eighth for a 3-3 tie and then tied 4-4 in their second game after giving up a steal of two in the eight. The results left Renfrew atop the standings, but with the pack howling close behind.

On Tuesdays there’s public skating from 4 to 5 p.m., the Horton’s Children’s Hockey program runs from 6 to 8 p.m. and from 8:15 to 9 p.m. is open to rent.

For Wednesdays public skating goes from 4 to 5:45 p.m. and the ice is open to rent from 6 to 9 p.m.

On Thursdays there is moms and tots skating from 11 a.m. to noon, 4 to 5:45 p.m. is public skating, kids shinny hockey is from 6 to 7 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. is open rental time.

On Fridays from 4 to 6 p.m. is family skating and from 6 to 9 p.m. and rental time is from 6 to 9 p.m.

Saturday is a busy day at the rink at 11 a.m. is the Horton Children’s Hockey Pro-

gram, from 1 to 2 p.m. is open to be rented, 2 to 3 p.m. is children’s shinny, 3 to 6 p.m. is family skating and from 6 to 9 p.m. is open to rent. On Sunday from 1 to 2 p.m. is open to rent, there is public skating from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 4:30 to 9 p.m. is open to rent.

Horton’s Children’s Hockey program The kids hockey program runs on Saturdays and Tuesdays and it’s not too late to register. The program is for children ages five to nine years old and runs for 10 weeks until March 18. Cost is only $100 per person and full hockey equipment is required.

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JEFFREY, FLORENCE

THANK YOU The family of the late Isobel DombroskieYolkowskie would like to extend a sincere thank you to our relatives, friends and neighbours for their visitations, messages of sympathy, cards, floral tributes, donations to the Pinnacle Wing of the Bonnechere Manor and the many mass cards in memory of Isobel, such a special person we all knew and loved.

Thank you to the 8 pallbearers, 4 grandsons and 4 great grandsons that saw her safely on her way home. To Fr. Holly and Fr. Do for their support and prayers during our loss. To Irene Rekowski and her team of ladies for the delicious lunch after mass, thank you. The choir members honoured Isobel with her favourite hymns. Natasha and the team of the Goulet Funeral Home were our rocks throughout this process, a sincere thank you. The Staff of the Pinnacle North Wing at the Bonnechere Manor, your care towards Isobel over the last 3 years and especially during the time of her passing was unbelievably generous.

Your concern for Isobel and her family will be never be forgotten. Your understanding and knowledge was so helpful to us to cope throughout her last days.

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19.9.1919 – 09.01.2017 Our beautiful mother passed away quietly with dignity of spirit and in the love of her family. Florence (neé BROWN) was predeceased by her husband Lyle Elmo Jeffrey, owner and CEO of the former Jeffrey Luggage in Arnprior and Frontier Ranch Camp. She was also predeceased by her sons Bruce Allan and Grant Reid, her grandson Jonathan Glenn “Jay,” and 9 of her 11 brothers and sisters. Florence leaves her remaining sons David (Katherine), Glenn (Linda), Dale (Trish), and her daughter Jill, plus 15 grand children and 19 great grand children, her sister Lois Baskin (late Bert) and brother Melvin Brown (Edith).

A multitude of friends and the wider community will remember her solid faith in God, leadership in Christian Women’s Club, lifetime ministry with her husband through The Gideons International and 26 years as co-director at Frontier Ranch Children’s Camp near White Lake. Florence’s faith in Jesus Christ gave her the strength to receive blessing and loss with grace. It also inspired her purpose, decisions, relationships, love of nature, writing and creativity. We wish to thank those who provided our mother’s care with integrity, kindness, and respect. Visitation - PILON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 50 John Street North, Arnprior (613-623-5194) on Friday, Jan. 20 7 to 9 p.m. Celebration of Life Service - GLAD TIDINGS PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 116 Baskin Drive W, Arnprior on Saturday January 21st at 11 am. Reception will follow.

Private interment - Pinecrest Cemetery, Ottawa. Memorial donations to “Village Missions” (Stonecroft Ministries), “Bibles to Northern Canada” through Gideons International or to the charity of your choice are appreciated.

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Hogan, Goldie Geraldine April 6, 1925-January 12, 2017

Passed away peacefully with family by her side in the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital Thursday January 12, 2017.

Goldie Hogan of Arnprior in her 92nd year.

Beloved wife of the late Joseph E. “Bill” Hogan. Loving mother of Bonnie Marcellus (late Mike), Michael (Patricia) and Jo Ann (Joe Guerrero). Much loved grandmother of Shannon O’Connor (Mike), Ryan Marcellus (Heather), Lisa Lafleche (Hugo), Lindsay Lynch (Jason), Michelle Hipwell (Chris) and Erin Guerrero (Steve Hillock). Cherished great-grandmother of Matthew, Sierra, Aiden, Hudson, Delaney, Oliver, Jade, Ethan and Gabriella. Dear sister of Margaret Harrod (Al), Mildred Heise, Edith Bandy (late George) and Gerald Heise (Barbara).

Predeceased by brother Merrill (late Betty, late Yvonne). Goldie will also be remembered fondly by the Hogan family and extended relatives. She will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. Daughter of the late William and Esther (Kauffeldt) Heise.

Goldie was born in Arnprior and dedicated her life to her family and community. She was a member of the Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church and was a dedicated community volunteer supporting such programs as the Arnprior Food Bank, Neighbourlink Fountain and Meals on Wheels.

She will be missed by many.

Visitations were at the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior Friday January 13, 2017 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

Funeral Service was conducted in the Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church, Arnprior Saturday January 14, 2017 at 11:00 a.m.

Interment Arnprior Malloch Road Cemetery.

A reception followed in the Glad Tidings Church Hall.

In memoriams to the Alzheimer’s Society or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by her family Condolences/Tributes/Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca.

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DEATH NOTICE DOROTHY (DOLLY) BARIL, R.N. 1922 -2017 Dolly passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 94, early in the morning on Saturday, January 14th, 2017.

Daughter of the late Robert and Margaret Greene of Gatineau, QC and predeceased by her brother Stewart (Gerry), sister Betty (Archie) and dear cousin Charlie Greene.

She will be sadly missed by her children: Peter (Naullaq), David (Judy), Catherine, and Dan (Heather); her grandchildren Alethea (Jay), Cassidy, Jessica, Austin and Paul and her great grandson Anton; her close friends Alice, Evelyn, Ellen and Jack, as well as by her nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Dolly grew up in Gatineau Mills, Quebec and attended the Rideau Street Convent in Ottawa and trained as a nurse at the Ottawa General Hospital. At the end of World War II she married RCAF pilot, Paul Baril and raised her family mostly in Montreal, with a four year posting in Metz, France. After her family grew up, Dolly returned to nursing in emergency and intensive care at the Lakeshore General Hospital in PointeClaire and then as a public health nurse at Sir John Abbott College. In her retirement, she enjoyed cottage life and travel and, of course, taking care of family and friends.

Dolly will be remembered as a wonderful storyteller, for her great sense of humour and prolific memory for old songs. “Show me the way to go home...” A Funeral Mass was held in the Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church (134 Bridge St., Almonte, ON.) on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 3pm.

Reception followed in the C.R. Gamble Funeral Home. Interment will occur on Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 11am in the Notre Dame Cemetery (455 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON.). In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation. The family wishes to thank Dr. Ann Oldfield and the staff at the Almonte General Hospital for their attentive care.

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DONATO Margaret (nee McKeown) Peacefully at Almonte General Hospital on January 8th, 2017 with family at her side.

Margaret was born in 1926 in Consett, County Durham, UK. She attended Hatfield College, Durham University where she trained to be a teacher.

Margaret went on to have a career teaching children with special needs before marrying Robert (Bob) Donato in 1950. Following her marriage, she took some time off work to raise their three children but once they were in school she returned to teaching those with special needs. In 1964 the family emigrated to Ottawa, Canada, where Margaret continued her career teaching children at the Royal Ottawa Hospital and, later, at Elmdale School. In 1971 the Donatos moved to Almonte, a town Margaret loved, and would end up living half of her natural life and where she was able to indulge her passion for craft work. She was an incredibly talented quilter - designing and hand stitching many, many quilts. She was also a keen knitter, spinner, weaver and rug hooker - skills she was happy to share with others. She was predeceased by her husband Bob in 2005. She will be sadly missed by her 3 children: Gillian in the UK, Jane in Windsor and Patrick (Kathy Legree) in Peterborough. She also leaves 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

The youngest born on 5 January this year.

The family would like to thank Dr. Ursala McGarry and the nursing staff at Almonte General Hospital, the nurses and staff at Orchardview by the MIssisisippi and the Assisted Living staff of Mills Community Support for all their care and support of Mum these last few months. As per Margaret’s wishes no funeral services are to be held and cremation has already occurred. Donations in memory of Margaret may be made to the Mills Community Support.

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Peacefully at Groves Park Lodge, Renfrew on Monday morning, January 9th, 2017.

Myrtle Ann Garneau of Arnprior passed away at the age of 85. Beloved and devoted wife for over 63 years of Bob. Dearly loved mother of Donna Watters (Peter) and Brian Garneau (Marleen Raymond). Cherished “Nanny” of Kelly Gibbons (Jesse), Tyler Watters, Victor Raymond, Mathew Garneau and Kyle Garneau and “Great-Nanny” of Jacob and Cameron. Dear sister of Allan Draper (Agnes); Violet Yendall and Earl Draper (Lise). Predeceased by a sister, Linda Wyman (Ralph). Fondly remembered

by Peter Garneau (Connie) and Hubert Garneau (Bev) as well as many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday, February 4th, 2017 from 10 until 11:45 a.m. A Service to remember Myrtle will follow in the Pilon Family Chapel commencing at 12 noon. Spring interment St. John’s Anglican Cemetery, South March. A very special “Thank You” is extended to the amazing staff at Groves Park Lodge for the exceptional care they provided to Myrtle and her family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer Society or Groves Park Lodge, Renfrew.

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DEATH NOTICE SOLOWJEW GORDENA ANN “Gordie” Passed away Peacefully at Almonte Country Haven on Sunday, January 15, 2017 with her family at her side.

February 17, 1938-January 7, 2017

Passed away peacefully Saturday January 7, 2017 in the Grove Nursing Home, Arnprior in her 79th year. Beloved wife of Courtland MacLaren. Daughter of the late Ernie and Annie (Rickles) Lythe. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre, 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior. Visitation was Friday January 13, 2017 from 10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m. Funeral Service was conducted in the Boyce Chapel at 1:00 p.m. Spring interment Goshen Road Cemetery. In memoriam donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by her family.

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Rekowski, Phil

Peacefully at Groves Park Lodge on Tuesday January 10th, 2017 at the age of 86. Loving husband of the late Elizabeth “Betty” Warren. Dear son of the late John Rekowski and Victoria Sweed.

Loving father of Jeff, Dan (Rhonda Chassie) and Denise (Kurt Walters). Proud grandpa of Kelsey, Kiara and Dylan. Dear brother of the late Albert, Theresa (late Victor Klaman), late Florian, Mary (late Thomas Dedo), late Leonard (Irene), Thomas (Fran), Barbara (Glenn McGahan), Catherine (Garry Molson), Stanley (late Heather), late Patrick and late Annie. Visitation will be held at the Goulet Funeral Home, 310 Argyle St, S., Renfrew on Friday January 13th from 2-4,7-9 pm and after 9:15am Saturday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Renfrew on Saturday January 14th at 10:30 am. Spring interment St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Donations in Phil’s memory may be made to Groves Park Lodge or Renfrew Victoria Hospital.

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Gordena McClymont of Almonte, age 95 years.

Beloved wife of the late John Solowjew.

Dearly loved mother of Sandy (Cathie), Greg (Nancy), David (Susan) and Nancy (Eric).

Predeceased by her son: Mike, Mother-inlaw of Debbie. Predeceased by 6 sisters; Jean, Nell, Aggie, Molly, Jess and Vimy and by 3 brothers; Sam, Hugh and Argyle.

Loved granny of 9 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Friends may gather to celebrate Gordie’s life at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 on Friday, January 20th from 12 noon until time of Service complete in the Chapel at 2 PM. Spring interment Auld Kirk Cemetery.

For those who may choose to honour Gordie with a memorial donation please consider the Almonte General Hospital Foundation.

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Innes, Robert John “Bob” January 12, 1942-January 11, 2017

Innes, Robert “Bob” in his 74th year passed peacefully in his sleep at his residence in Cobden, Ontario on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. Dear father to John (Chantal) and Michael (Monica) Innes. Loving grandfather to Connor and Mackenzie Innes. Also survived by his sister Ms. Nancy Innes and preceded in death by his parents Allister and Eleanor Innes. Bob, a native of Montreal, married and relocated to Ottawa in 1975.

There, husband and wife raised their sons and set out to become entrepreneurs.

Successfully founding Terry Chemicals in 1979, he continued 30 years of success and involvement in the community. He enjoyed baseball, cottaging and his dogs.

He will be missed by family and friends.

Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior. Friends were invited to gather with Bob’s family during Memorial Visitation Saturday January 14, 2017 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the SPCA. Condolences/Donations/Tributes at www.boycefuneralhome.ca

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Passed away peacefully surrounded by family in the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital Friday January 13, 2017. Darlene Sullivan of Arnprior in her 65th year. Much loved wife of Ken Sullivan. Beloved mother of Jennifer Boucher (Chris), Kimberly Halliday (Shawn) and Kathleen Sullivan (Sam). Cherished grandmother of Tyler, Owen, Logan, Emily, Ethan and Aedan.

Dear sister of Barb Campbell (Sean) and step-sister of Maureen Calder (Bill). Will be remembered fondly by mother-in-law Viola Sullivan. Will be missed by brothers-in-law Don Sullivan (Sheila) and Bernie Sullivan (Bernice). Daughter of the late William and Margaret (Fraser) Jacobs. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior. Friends are invited to join the family during visitation Tuesday January 17, 2017 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Liturgy of the Word will be conducted Wednesday January 18, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the Boyce Chapel. Cremation to follow. In memoriams to the Arnprior Hospital “Partners in Caring” Foundation or the Renfrew Victoria Hospital “Dialysis Unit” would be appreciated by her family.

Condolences/Tributes/Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca.

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Peacefully at Groves Park Lodge on Sunday, January 15, 2017 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Edward Reid. Much loved mother of Mabel Thiel (Gunther) of Vernon, BC; Bev McDermott (Lloyd) of Hannah, AB; Connie Roberts (Norm) of Kingston, Thomas (Pamela) of Renfrew and Bruce (Joanne) of Renfrew.

Pearl will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Michelle, Erika, Janice, Cathy, Earl, Danny, Debbie, Justin, Iain, Shaughn, Benjamin, Scott and Russell, as well as her great-grandchildren and great-great grandchild. Dear sister of Rosie, Joseph and Murray. Predeceased by her sisters Myrtle and Blanche, and brothers Gordon and Charlie. Friends may call at McPhail & Perkins Funeral Home, 85 Munroe Ave. E., Renfrew on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 from 2 – 4 p.m. and 7 – 9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Interment at North Horton Cemetery in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations to the St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Renfrew would be appreciated by the family. A special thank you to the staff at Groves Park Lodge for their wonderful care of Mom. Condolences or donations may be made at www.mcphailandperkins.ca

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Passed away quietly after a brave struggle with cancer and heart disease at the Renfrew Hospice on January 6th 2017 at the age of 66. He leaves behind two sons Shannon and Christopher also his mother Josephine McNulty, sisters Tahlissha Louise, Colleen (Glen), Amy (Dave), Mary Ann (Dan), Monica (Barry) also brothers Richard (Bev), Brian McNulty and Bruce (Ann). There are many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews who will miss Patrick dearly. Patrick is predeceased by his father Francis (1993), sister Glenda (1994), brother Mike (2012) and Trish Norma (2016). In keeping up with Pat’s wishes cremation will follow. Also Patrick’s wishes any donations be greatly appreciated to the Renfrew Hospice. The McNulty family would sincerely like to thank the nurses and volunteers along with Dr. Pinard. There will be a private celebration of life for Pat with immediate family and his lifelong friends at a later date.

TRUDEAU, ALEXANDER “JACK”

(Retired Dep’t of National Defence) Peacefully at the Queensway-Carleton Hospital in Ottawa in the early morning hours of Wednesday, January 11th, 2017; Alexander John “Jack” Trudeau of Arnprior (Sandy Hook) passed away following a lengthy illness. He was 87.

Beloved husband and best friend of the late Darlleen (nee L’Abbé). Dearly loved and proud father of John (Tracey) of White Lake; Richard (Joanne) and Kevin (Brenda), both of Arnprior. Cherished “Pappy” of Shannen, Jonathan, Jessica, Michael, Alexander, Julie and Scott.

Predeceased by his parents: Sidney and Esther (nee Findley) Trudeau as well as brothers: Charlie (Marion of Arnprior) and Jim (Esther of B.C.). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A quiet, gentle man, Jack was happiest when with family or at his beloved farmland at White Lake.

His love of hunting and the outdoors will live on in his children and grandchildren.

He will be missed. Friends were invited to join Jack’s family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Friday, January 13th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again after 10 a.m. Saturday.

A Funeral service followed in the Pilon Family Chapel on Saturday morning commencing at 11 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery. In memory of Jack, please consider a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society. Legion Tribute Friday evening at 6:30.

Condolences/Donations/Webcast www.pilonfamily.ca

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BRUCE, Anna – 1941 – 2016 Just a thought of sweet remembrance, Just a memory fond and true, Just a token of affection And a heartache still for you.

More and more each day we miss you, Though our thoughts are not revealed, Little do they know the sorrow, That is within our hearts concealed.

Raymond, Bonnie, Barry Theo, Jenna, Delaney

Mosseau, Delores Florette (nee Couvieau)

LECLAIR, Emmett – IIn loving memory of my husband Emmett who passed away January 23, 2015.

LOVE LIVES ON Those we love remain with us For love itself lives on, And cherished memories never fade Because a loved one’s gone.

Those we love can never be more Than a thought apart, For as long as there is memory, They’ll live on in my heart.

Love Always Blanche

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LECLAIR – In Loving Memory of My Dad, Grandfather & Great Grandfather, Emmett Leclair, who passed away Jan. 23, 2015 I never ask for miracles, But today, just one would do, To see the front door open and See my Dad walk through!

Miss you everyday Love Brenda, Bill Andrea, Kyle, Liam Jodi, Scott, Hailey, Curtis

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Irene Ryan September 29, 1935 January 15, 1977 Memorial to Mom, Thank you for the time we had with you. Over the years we’ve often shared our precious memories of you but we’ve come to realize that you left us with much more than memories…

Thank you for taking us to pick wild strawberries and picnics at the brook, being present, for we know how important it is to spend time with family and enjoy the simple things in life that bolster the soul.

Thank you for involving us in our community, for we know the importance of good friends and neighbours.

Thank you for teaching us to respect our parents, for we are parents now too.

Thank you for teaching us to work hard and persevere, for we know that nothing worthwhile comes easy.

Thank you for knowing when to talk and when to listen, for we are now raising our children.

Thank you for being who you were, for we know you are with us every day.

With Much Love Pat, Barbie, Bonnie, Pauline, Brenda, Jimmy, Cathy

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Gail Corbin We hold you close within our hearts, and there you shall remain.

To walk with us throughout our lives, until we meet again.

So rest in peace dear loved one, and thanks for all you have done.

We pray that God has given you, the crown you have truly won.

The Corbin Family

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In Memory of our beautiful daughter and sister.

Misty Dodge (Kid Sr)

August 8, 1978 – January 18, 2008

Remember the joy, the laughter, The smiles, I’ve only gone to rest awhile.

Although my leaving caused pain and grief, My going has eased my hurt and given me relief.

So dry your eyes and remember me, Not as I am now but as I used to be.

I will remember you all and look on with a smile, Understand in your hearts I’ve only gone to rest awhile.

As long as I have the love of each of you, I can live my life in the hearts of all of you.

Say Hi to Mom and give her hugs and kisses from us

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January 23, 2015 When I come to the end of my journey, And I travel my last weary mile, Just forget if you can, that I ever frowned, And remember only the smile.

Forget unkind words I have spoken; Remember some good I have done.

Forget that I ever had heartache, And remember I’ve had loads of fun.

Forget that I’ve stumbled and blundered, And sometimes fell by the way.

Remember I have fought some hard battles and won, Ere the close of the day.

Then forget to grieve for my going, I would not have you sad for a day, But in summer just gather some flowers And remember the place where I lay, And come in the evening When the sun paints the sky in the west.

Stand for a few moments beside me And remember only my best.

Love Kathleen

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Always and forever in our hearts, Love from Candi (Kid Jr) and your loving step-dad Paul Xxoo

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Passed away peacefully at her home in Arnprior with her loving family by her side Tuesday evening, January 10, 2017. She was in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late Earl Mosseau. Much loved and devoted mother of Helen McMullan (late David), Emma Huckabone (Bob), Earl Mosseau (Marjorie), Tommy (Heather), Peter (Valerie), Joey (Denise) and Mike (Shelley). Loving grandmother of John, Robert, Sarah, Callie, Joey, Bradley, Jonathan, Gloria, Tommy and Keri. Cherished great-grandmother of Kayleigh, Dalton, Jessie, Michael, Abigail, Ella, Addison, Jayden, Cassidy,Kayla, Willow and Jake. Dear sister of Yvette Carr (late Grant) of Braeside. Predeceased by brothers Leo, Hermidas (late Isobel) and John Couvieau (late Leah) and sisters Theresa Mosseau (late Oswald) and Julia Haybecker (late Pat). Daughter of the late Elzeior and Emma (Desjardins) Couvieau. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior. Memorial Mass will be celebrated in St. John Chrysostom Church, Arnprior Saturday January 21, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery.

Family and friends are invited to a Reception at the St. John Chrysostom Parish Hall, 285 Albert Street, Arnprior following the service.

In memoriam donations to the Cancer Research Society would be appreciated by her family.

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The Renfrew Timberwolves improved their season record to 5-29 in the Central Canada Tier 2 Hockey League last weekend.

The Timberwolves easily defeated the Winchester Hawks 4-1 on Jan. 14, and in a close one fell to the Westport Rideaus 5-4 in overtime on Jan. 13.

On Saturday night, Isaac Perreault got things started early for the Wolves at 3:17 of the first, assisted by Ryan Pettigrew.

The Hawks responded at 9:45 of the first period, and after that it was all Renfrew.

Perreault scored late in the second period, assisted by Spencer Hill at 17:34.

In the final frame, Braden Zvonarich and Jonathan Ready set up Josh

McCauley at the 10-minute mark, and Nych Paquette sealed the game for the Wolves at 17:58 with helpers going to Jack Rouleau, Jake McGrimmon.

Both teams had 29 minutes of penalties on nine infractions, but the third period seemed to get really interesting, especially at the 10:52 mark with a fight between Renfrew's Chad Moore and Winchester's Tyler Newell, who both got majors and game misconducts.

Jacob Drover made 40 saves in goal for the Timberwolves.

Renfrew 4, Westport 5 The Timberwolves had a slow start on Friday night as the Rideaus scored two goals in the first period, but it was a different story in the second as Riley Poirier scored just 16 seconds into the middle period, assisted by Spencer Hill and Jonathan

Ready.

The Rideaus again came back scoring two more goals.

But Perreault would score at 17:48 assisted by Riley Poirier.

It was all Renfrew in the third as Ethan Bullivant scored at 3:32 and Poirier sent things into overtime at 13:15 assisted by Braden Zvonarich, Nolan Rook.

Brock Boisclair scored for Westport at 4:06 of the extra frame for the win. Ethan Lapenskie made 38 saves for Renfrew between the pipes.

The Timberwolves have two home games this weekend.

On Jan. 20 they host the Athens Aeros at 8 p.m.

On Jan. 21 they welcome Westport with an early 5 p.m. start, after the game the players will hit the ice for a free Sport Renfrew public skate for Frewfest.

Sens Soirée raises $446,725 for foundation The 2017 Ferguslea Senators Soirée presented by Bell, the premier fundraising event of the Ottawa Senators Foundation has raised $446,725 in support of children and youth.

Monies raised will help the Ottawa Senators Foundation give deserving children and youth access to sports, afterschool programs and activities including a number of exciting initiatives within our community such as the I Love to Skate program, outdoor Sens Rink construction projects, Sens Camperships and Sens in School.

More than 750 guests, along with Senators players, members of the coaching staff and management, met Claude, a participant in the Senators Sports and Leadership League at the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa and had the chance to hear first-hand his story of the lifechanging impact resulting from the experience provided by the Ottawa

Senators Foundation.

“The first time Dan and I attended the Senators Soirée, we had a wonderful time getting to know the players and coaches off the ice.

We’ve never missed a year since,” said Barbara Crook on behalf of her husband, Ferguslea Properties owner Dan Greenberg.

“We are especially proud to sponsor this event and support the great work of the Ottawa Senators Foundation.

Together, we are making a difference for local children and youth.”

“The Ferguslea Senators Soiree is a celebration of our work in the community and this year has proved to be our best yet,” said Danielle Robinson, president, and chief executive officer, Ottawa Senators Foundation.

“Thanks to the generosity of the Senators players and coaches, sponsors, table purchasers and guests, we are able to have a real and lasting

impact on the lives of children and youth across eastern Ontario and western Quebec.

This support allows us to provide valuable funding that enables 1,000 kids to attend summer camp, 1,200 kids to play in the competitive Sens Sports and Leadership League, 500 kids to receive new skates, helmets and lessons on Sens Rink across the region and increased access to mental health education and treatment programs for youth.”

One-of-a-kind experiential auction items were the theme of the evening, highlighted by a street hockey game featuring two members of the Ottawa Senators.

Other items included a golf experience with Senators general manager Pierre Dorion, a private dinner party with two members of the Ottawa Senators and an entertainment package featuring a suite for four of the year’s biggest shows at Canadian Tire Centre.

Renfrew library welcomes Canadian author Terry Fallis Tickets on sale now for special presentation on Sunday, Jan. 29 at library TIFFANY LEPACK tlepack@metroland.com

The Renfrew Public Library is once again bringing the community together with a unique and new event.

According to the library, Renfrew Reads is a “One Book, One Community” program that supports reading, celebrates books, promotes Canadian

writers and builds a sense of community through the shared experience of reading the same book.

The book is Up and Down by Terry Fallis and is dubbed a hilariously entertaining book.

The main character is assigned a major project: devise a campaign to revitalize North America’s interest in the space program. The out of world idea he

comes up with: a citizen astronaut lottery that would send one American and one Canadian to the International Space Station.

Fallis will be at the Renfrew library on Sunday, Jan. 29 at 2 p.m. to discuss the book. Tickets cost $20 in advance, $25 at the door or $35 for a ticket and a copy of the book.

“Terry is not only a talented author,

Family gets cozy when temperatures take a dive We were getting used to the interruptions in our sleep. It was in the dead of winter. Father said it was the worst winter he had seen since he was a young boy. Mother said every winter in Northcote was the worst she had ever seen! Anyway, we had hardly settled in our beds that night when the loud cracking noises began. That meant it was bitterly cold out and every log in our old house was letting us know it.

One or two loud cracks was just about all Mother could stand.

We heard Father get up and go to the Findlay Oval in the kitchen and lift the lids, and we knew he was about to chug in another log. The old stove was pouring out as much heat as it could, but it wasn’t enough to take the bone chilling cold out of the house.

And of course, that was all Mother needed to hear...Father attacking the stove with another log from the wood box. She knew that within minutes the stove pipes would be making their own noises, and there was a good chance they would turn red from the flames.

Which to her meant the whole house would be burnt to the ground and with us in it!

It didn’t take her long to get us all out of bed and head down to the kitchen. Father was in his usual night attire, which was his long combination underwear, and he had settled down in the rocking chair, lit his pipe, and looked like he was about to doze off.

Mother had placed our warm outer clothes on the bench at the back door, just in case we had to leave the house in a hurry. Where we would go in the blowing snow was beyond me, but Mother was sure anyplace was safer than in an old log house with its only means of heat, a raging cook stove about to burst into flames.

Just as she said they would, the pipes turned red. She poked Father and he roused long enough to take a look, then said, “Nothing to stew about it... it’ll all settle down in a minute.” And he promptly went back to sleep. Whatever heat the stove was giving off did nothing to stop the frost from cracking the logs in the house, and each bang seemed to be worse than the one before

but an engaging speaker as well. No one will be disappointed,” said Kelly Thompson, chief librarian/chief executive officer at the Renfrew Public Library as to why people should come out to the event.

“Besides, who can go wrong spending a Sunday afternoon talking about books, sipping great coffee and meeting new people?”

JUNIOR KINDERGARTEN AND KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FOR SEPTEMBER 1, 2017 JANUARY 23 – FEBRUARY 3, 2017 inclusive 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

If you are unable to register at this time please contact the school principal and make arrangements for a mutually convenient time to register. If you do not know your child’s designated school, please call your local Catholic school.

Mary Cook’s Memories MARY COOK

it. Mother sent Audrey and Everett upstairs to get the pillows and blankets off our beds, and she spread them out on the kitchen floor, and told us that was where we would be spending the night just in case we had to make a quick exit. Emerson said it was just like camping out. Mother went to the creton couch, which she pulled away from the stove as far as she could, and Father; who she said could sleep leaning against a barn door, was softly snoring in his rocking chair. Just as he said they would, the stove pipes returned to their natural colour.

Much to Mother’s surprise, we survived the night without the house being burnt to the ground. Somehow, before any of us was awake, Father had gotten out of his chair, dressed and gone out to the barns to do the chores without any of us hearing him.

The wind had quieted down by the time Father came in for his breakfast.

He looked around at the blankets and pillows on the floor, plugged another log in the stove, and got as far as saying, “Well, I see.... ,” when Mother said, “Not one word Albert...not one word.”

I knew there would be many nights ahead of us when the old log house would crack from the frost, the pipes would turn red, Father would spend most of the night in the rocking chair in the kitchen to keep the stove stoked, and Mother would herd us all down to the kitchen to sleep on the floor. Just in case.

Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www. smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for e-book purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.

Documents required to register your child • Proof of Age, Proof of Residence, Certificate of Immunization (Health Unit) Child’s Individual Health Card, Baptismal Certificate and Birth Certificate. Your 911 address will also be required.

• Senior Kindergarten registrants must be five years old by December 31, 2017.

• Junior Kindergarten registrants must be four years old by December 31, 2017.

• Pupils who are presently attending Junior Kindergarten do not have to register for Senior Kindergarten.

ARNPRIOR/RENFREW FAMILY OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS SCHOOL

SCHEDULE

REGION

PRINCIPAL

PHONE NUMBER

St. John XXIII

Full Day

Arnprior

Heidi Fraser hfraser@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-623-2828

St. Joseph’s

Full Day (Extended FSL)

Arnprior

Mary-Lise Rowat mrowat@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-623-2347

St. Joseph’s

Full Day

Calabogie

Rory Donohue rdonohue@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-752-2808

St. Michael’s

Full Day

Douglas

Mary-Catherine Brisco mbrisco@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-649-2254

Our Lady of Fatima

Full Day (Extended FSL) Before and After Care

Renfrew

Jeannie Armstrong jarmstrong@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-432-4351

St. Thomas the Apostle

Full Day Before and After Care

Renfrew

Connie Dick cdick@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-432-3137

MADAWASKA FAMILY OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS SCHOOL

SCHEDULE

REGION

PRINCIPAL

PHONE NUMBER

St. John Bosco

Full Day

Barry’s Bay

Elizabeth Burchat eburchat@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-756-2616

George Vanier

Full Day

Combermere

Anne Marie Landon alandon@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-756-3708

St. James

Full Day

Eganville

Maureen McHale-Enright menright@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-628-2927

St. Andrew’s

Full Day

SCHOOL

SCHEDULE

REGION

PRINCIPAL

PHONE NUMBER

St. Anthony’s

Full Day

Chalk River

Dave Noble dnoble@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-589-2775 613-584-3567

Scott Nichol snichol@rccdsb.edu.on.ca PEMBROKE/PETAWAWA FAMILY OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Killaloe

613-757-3113

St. Mary’s OLGC

Full Day Before and After Care

Deep River

Cheryl St-Élier cstelier@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

Cathedral

Full Day Before and After Care

Pembroke

Karen Kenny kkenny@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-732-8054 613-732-2248

Holy Name

Full Day Before and After Care

Pembroke

Amy Sicoli amysicoli@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

Our Lady of Lourdes

Full Day (Extended FSL) Before and After Care

Pembroke

Derek Lennox dlennox@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-732-4633

Full Day (Extended FSL) Before and After Care

Petawawa

Christina Brown cbrown@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-687-5918

Full Day (Extended FSL) Before and After Care

Petawawa

John Leitch jleitch@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-687-4167

Full Day

Westmeath

Melissa Carroll-Dubeau mdubeau@rccdsb.edu.on.ca

613-587-4837

Our Lady of Sorrows

St. Francis of Assisi

Our Lady of Grace

Bob Michaud Chairperson

Michele Arbour Director of Education

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Cathy Brennan is with possibly the youngest participant at the show, Jude Felhaver. Her dad Kyle, a fiddler, was due to perform. Brennan owns Braeside Home Furnishings, one of many proud promoters of the 10th anniversary.

Photos by Derek Dunn/Metroland

Happy 10th Heritage

“If it wasn’t for Heritage (Radio) I wouldn’t be here,” said John Henry Lacasse, singer/songwriter and 2005 Ottawa Valley Country Music Hall of Fame inductee. “They promoted me and a lot of others.

They’re like the Grand Ole Opry.”

Valley Heritage Radio board president Denzil Ferguson, a Pakenham councillor, speaks at the 10th anniversary before a crowd of some 550.

Although a lovely cake, only the smallest of slices could be served to reach the many folks inside the Renfrew Armouries.

Bliss Wedding Show Sunday, January 22nd, 2017 From Noon to 4pm At the RENFREW ARMOURIES

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Area MPP John Yakabuski, himself a musician, joins fellow country music performers waiting to take to the stage. Jamie McMunn, Dan Paul Rogers, Mike Clouthier, and Allan Cruise were among the many sharing laughs and hugs during Valley Heritage Radio’s 10th anniversary party.

Station manager Jason Marshall, below photo, gets the show started on Jan. 15.

“When you plan something like this you hope to fill the place and you folks didn’t disappoint,” he said. “You are the people that got us on the air, and you are the people that keep us on the air.”

Less than five minutes after the show was due to start, ticket table operators Carol-Ann Finlan, left, and Kelly McNulty, determined the Valley Heritage Radio event was sold out.

Photos by Derek Dunn/ Metroland

2017 - 2018 RCDSB Kindergarten Registration

Nominations for OVTA awards open Nominations are officially open for the 2017 Ottawa Valley Tourism Awards. The Ottawa Valley Tourism Awards, introduced in 2014, are presented annually by the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) to participating OVTA members. The Ottawa Valley Tourism Awards are awarded to people, organizations, and events that recognize the importance of working together for the growth of our local tourism industry, as well as offering exceptional visitor experiences.

There are three award categories which recognize success, leadership and innovation in our local tourism industry: the Marilyn Alexander Tourism Champion Award, the Business of Distinction Award, and a Special Event Award. OVTA members can self-nominate or nominate other member businesses and individuals for the awards. Nomination forms, award criteria, frequently asked questions and information about past recipients can be found on the OVTA website at www.ottawavalley.travel.

Nominations will be accepted until March 17.

Renfrew County District School Board Kindergarten registration is now easier and quicker than ever before. Use our Online Registration system to register your child for 2017-2018 school year.

for Supporting the Fundraiser for the

Douglas St. Patrick’s Parade

We the Douglas St. Patrick’s Parade Committee would like to extend a big thanks to everyone who came out and supported our 6 Hand Euchre Tournament. We were overwhelmed by the turn out and the generosity of our neighbouring communities. We couldn’t have asked for better company. We would also like to thank the people who donated food for the lunch and Douglas Tavern for letting us use their facility again to hold this function.

We look forward to seeing you and your floats/hoovers at the Douglas St. Patrick’s Parade on Saturday March 11 at 1:00 p.m.

This will be a very special parade with our goal of 150 floats/hoovers to celebrate Canada’s 150.

Come and help Douglas celebrate.

It will be a hoot. Please register your floats/hoovers early.

To register contact: Billy @ mchalea24@gmail.com or Preston @ 613-649-2378 or prestoncull@sympatico.ca The parade starts off a week of St. Patrick/Canada 150 events in Douglas.

Parade Committee: Robert Enright, Billy McHale, Art Jamieson, & Preston Cull

Two ways to register your JK/SK child for school next year: 1. Online – Register at www.rcdsb.on.ca/en/parents/registration-and-transfers.asp.

Find out which school your child would attend by calling RCDSB 735-0151 ext. 2271.

2. In Person - Visit the school to register between 9:30 to 3:00 p.m. Monday, January 23 to Friday, January 27 and Monday, January 30 to Friday, February 3.

Required Documentation (bring to your school): Proof of Address (driver’s licence, utility bill, or lease agreement); Proof of student’s birth date (birth certificate, passport); Child’s immunization records; Ontario Health Card; Proof of custody where applicable (custody orders, court ordered guardianship); Immigration documents where applicable.

SCHOOL BASED EXTENDED DAY PROGRAMS Some schools may be offering before and after school care. If you have an interest in the Extended Day Program in your area, please complete the online survey from the board’s website under Programs/Extended Day or by going to this link: https://goo.gl/HVjnjy

FULL DAY EVERY DAY KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM Junior Kindergarten students must be four-years-old by Dec. 31, 2017 Senior Kindergarten students must be five-years-old by Dec. 31, 2017 A Kindergarten French Immersion Program will be available at Central Public School to all Renfrew Family of School students.

Visit www.rcdsb.on.ca or contact your school for further details

WendyShields Hewitt RCDSB Chair David

RCDSB Director of Education Roger Clarke

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This week’s puzzle answers in next week’s issue

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Be yourself instead of hiding behind a persona, Aries. Show your true feelings and you will earn more respect for it. If you meet any resistance, try again.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, a missed opportunity won’t come back to haunt you. You will have plenty of additional opportunities to make another go of things in the days to come.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you must find ways to sure up any cracks before you can move ahead. Give it your best effort, but you may want to seek advice from Pisces.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, keep forging ahead even if you feel like you are going up against a brick wall. Eventually you will find a solution and a way to overcome this obstacle.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 There are a few things you need to tackle early in the week, and then you Here’s How It Works: will likely have the rest of the time for recreation, Leo. Put travel at the top of your to-do list.

Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric Virgo, if you experience a scare, it will be short-lived and you will recover clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! quickly. The rest of the week could prove uneventful. Make the most the downtime.

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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you may be second-guessing an important decision. It is not too late to make a change. Approach the next decision more carefully.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, if you have been away from your childhood home for a while, pay a visit. You can visit your old haunts and reminisce about things.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, step out of the shadows for a bit and accept the praise and recognition you deserve this week. It’s not being boastful if you accept well wishes of others.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, although you may be looking straight ahead, you are having trouble seeing what is right in front of you. Adjust your perspective and you might be surprised.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you are quite productive this week, tackling many things on your to-do list. While you are feeling motivated, keep going and you may accomplish even more.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Sometimes you have to make sacrifices, Pisces. Put others first this week. This selfless approach will be its own reward.

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TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS Golden Oldies at Step n Back (Tuesdays 8 a.m.) and Seated Exercise and Fun (Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:30 a.m. at the Recreation Centre) have both been cancelled.

EVERY WEDNESDAY Catch the Ace is catching on! RCAF Wing is selling your chance to find the elusive Ace. Tickets are $5 with a guaranteed weekly Wednesday-winner. The accumulating Jackpot is now over $2,000 and still growing.

Tickets available Monday to Friday at the Wing. Get yours today.

HORTON RINK The Horton outdoor ice rink is now open at 1005 Castleford Rd. For full schedule check HORTON RECREATION on Facebook.

JANUARY 17, 24, AND 31 Champlain Seniors +55 Euchre and Floor Shuffleboard held at the Wing in Renfrew, every Tuesday at 1 p.m. Membership $5/year.

Pot luck the first Tuesday of the month. New members welcome. No experience necessary.

For more info call 613-432-4828.

JANUARY 17

farming in Renfrew County at the Cobden Agricultural Hall 43 Astrolabe Rd., Cobden, on Jan. 28 Cocktails 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:30 p.m., dance 9 p.m. All current and alumni members are welcome to join us for a night of reminiscing and celebration. Tickets are: $30 for dinner and dance $10 at the door for dance. Deadline to purchase tickets is Friday Jan. 20. Tickets are available: From any current Renfrew County Junior Farmer member by phone: Meredith at 613-602-1619 or Wednesdays at the Cobden Agricultural Hall between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

JANUARY 20 TO 22 FrewFest at Ma-Te-Way Park: Friday night there will be skating and shinny on the outdoor rink, sliding on the hill (the first 50 children receive a coupon for free hot chocolate). Skating and sledding is encouraged all weekend long. At 6 p.m. there will be glow stick snowshoeing. Beavertails will be available Friday night starting at 5 p.m. and Saturday. Invitation needed to the 7 p.m. ceremony commemorating the Flying Frenchmen and Didier ‘Cannonball’ Pitre for more information call 613-432-3131

JANUARY 20 The Golden Age Activity Centre will be having a spaghetti lunch at noon for $6. Entertainment at 1 p.m. will be by Jim & Willy. A great day to get out and have some fun. For information call: 613-431-8289.

RCAF Wing in the Lounge Mid Month EnterAll About Me – A Journey in Self-Awareness. tainment with Dennis Meilleur and Friends Drop in to Employment Networks or call 613- from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Everyone welcome.

432-3424 to register for our free Self AwareCountry Dance with Greenwood Country at ness info session from 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. the Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd. from 8 p.m. to midnight, tickets JANUARY 18 cost: $10.

You don’t get a second chance to make a good first impression! Drop in to Employment Networks or call 613-432-3424 to JANUARY 21 register for our free Ace the Interview info Fundraiser for Teddy Weiss Think and Drink session from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Trivia at the RCAF Wing from 6 to 8:30 p.m. (first trivia question asked at 6:30 p.m.) with Northern Lights Seniors will be starting the teams of four to six players and $20 per New Year with some new executive memplayer. Cash prize for winning team and bers. Our meeting starts at 1 p.m. at the bragging rights. From 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. $10 Lions Hall, Hwy #41, Griffith. Short business admission (cost included for trivia fee for meeting followed by some board games this players) Riley New Band. Light lunch will be month. Membership fee is only $10 for the served. Contact 613-401-6757. year. Come out and see how we roll.

Renfrew Seniors’ Home Support will be at FrewFest doing a Soup and Hot Dog FundJANUARY 19 Smart Serve Certification. Drop in to Employ- raiser at Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. ment Networks or call 613-432-3424 to register for our Smart Serve session from 12:30 Spaghetti dinner with entertainment will p.m. to 4 p.m. be held at Burnstown United Church from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Eat and Sing Along (just not at Renfrew Silver Seniors noon hour luncheon same time) Wayne Dunham of Ottawa will at the Renfrew Legion cost $5, entertainment by Limited Edition. Membership $5 per entertain with popular tunes. A variety of spaghetti sauces, even vegetarian, with bun, year now due. salad, beverage and dessert. $12 per adult, $6 for 6-12, free for five and under. Takeout JANUARY 20 TICKET DEADLINE Renfrew County Junior Farmers are having a is available. For further information call 613banquet to celebrate over 100 years of junior 433-3389.

Robbie Burns Celebration at the Eganville Legion Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets $30 each, Conway’s Pharmacy Eganville/Cobden, Eganville Legion, or reserve with Guy Jamieson 628-2234. Purchase by Jan. 16.

The Upper Ottawa Valley Genealogical Group will hold a meeting at 10 a.m. at their library, 222 Dickson St., (corner of Maple) Pembroke. Are you interested in publishing your family tree? Terri Saunders will walk you through Family Tree Maker. A second session will be held in March. Everyone Welcome.

The Anishaanabe Cultural Circle will meet from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 464 Isabella Street in Pembroke. Everyone is welcome to come out and learn the native teachings. Our subject will be the Grandmother Facebook Anishaanabe cultural Circle.

JANUARY 22 Silver Senior Euchre at Renfrew Legion at 1 p.m., light lunch, everyone welcome.

JANUARY 24, 31 Gospel meetings at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre, second floor, every Tuesday night in January from 8 to 9 p.m. Everyone welcome for more information call: 613-432-4953.

ties call 613-432-3424 or drop in to Employment Networks and reserve a seat for our free Second Career info session from 1 to 4 p.m.

JANUARY 27 Celebration of Life in loving memory of Janet Robertson at the Renfrew Armouries, doors open at 7 p.m. with all proceeds to support Renfrew Victoria Hospital Oncology Unit/Digital Mammography and Hospice Renfrew. Advance tickets at Scotia Bank, Dahl’s Convenience and Ray’s Flowers. Tickets only $10 with music by Ghost Town Cryers and Riley New Band.

There will be a pizza lunch for $4 at the Golden Age Activity Centre at noon. Entertainment at 1 p.m. will be with Frank & Friends. The Wellness Clinic takes place at 1 p.m.

Drop by the Centre and stay for the day.

JANUARY 28 Stuffie sleepover at the library – Drop your stuffies (teddies and other friends) at the library in Douglas on Saturday, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Pick them up on Monday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. during our Pajama Storytime and find out what they’ve been up to over the weekend. Kids and

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The Golden Age Activity Centre is pleased to offer a session on Winter Safety at 1 p.m. presented by the Renfrew County Geriatric Day Hospital. Come and be informed. Call 613-431-8289 for information.

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JANUARY 24 Increase your chances of finding meaningful employment quickly. Drop in to Employment Networks or call 613-432-3424 to register for our free Career Exploration info session from 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

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RETURN OF XANDER CAGE

Pickle ball Tuesdays - 7 p.m. at the Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd $3 per person

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334 Raglan St. S. 613.432.0866

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RETURN OF XANDER CAGE 1:30 MATINEES SAT & SUN

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HIDDEN FIGURES 1:30 MATINEES SAT & SUN ***FILM GROUP***

RIVER OF MY DREAMS: A PORTRAIT OF GORDON PINSENT Sunday January 22, 3:45PM • WedneSday January 25, 7:30PM

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JANUARY 25 Learn how to communicate effectively at our free Savvy Communication info session 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call Employment Networks 613-432-3424 or drop in to register.

Robbie Burns’s Day celebrations will be taking place at the Golden Age Activity Centre beginning at 12:30 p.m. with the piping in of the haggis. Limited tickets available $8.

Drop in or call 613-431-8289.

St. Paul’s Anglican church will be hosting a free community soup kitchen lunch at noon.

Please use the stairs at the rear entrance.

Come and enjoy a meal amongst friends

JANUARY 26 Let today be the start of something new! If you are interested in making a career change that will improve your employment possibili-

SUNDAY, APRIL 2, 2017 - 7 PM

GRAND THEATRE - KINGSTON Call 613-530-2050 or www.kingstongrand.ca

MONDAY, APRIL 3, 2017 - 7 PM

ALGONQUIN COMMONS THEATRE - OTTAWA Call 1-888-732-1682 or www.AlgonquinSA.Ticketfly.com

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