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SHERRY HAAIMA sherr y.haaima@ metroland.com A number of roads were washed out and sandbagging preparations took place in several townships in Renfrew County over the Easter weekend.

Three days of heavy rain combined with warmer temperatures melting a greater than normal snowpack over the still frozen countryside led to flooding in several tributaries of the Ottawa River.

The quickly rising water kept roads crews, residents and volunteers busy and emergency and municipal officials on “high alert.”

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reached levels not seen in recent memory. The path connecting St. Joseph’s high school and the Millennium Trail was washed out and the McConnell Park trail was impassable when the creek overran the bridge. However, creek levels had subsided considerably by April 22.

In Admaston/Bromley, Stoqua Creek, Mhusk and Culhane roads were closed because of washouts, as were Holmes and Swamp roads briefly Saturday, but crews quickly restored those two. As of Monday, Sammon, Old Mine, English and McNultry roads were also reopened.

Pucker Street in Greater Madwaska was still closed as of noon Monday, as was McHugh Road.

Constance Creek overflowed its banks at the Mount St. Patrick bridge forcing the evacuation of at least one home and surrounding the church hall with water. Greater Madawaska made sand and sandbags available at the Griffith fire hall.

Robertson Line and a couple of other McNab/Braeside roads were also closed for most of the weekend.

MORE FLOODING TO COME McNab/Braeside and Horton provided sandbags over the weekend in case they were needed, but the Ottawa River isn’t expected to reach maximum flood levels until the April 27-28 weekend at the earliest.

The Ottawa River Regulating Committee forecast issued April 22 reported “increasing snowmelt run-off combined with significant forecast rainfall of 15 to 50 mm in the northern and central portions of the basin are expected to cause additional increases in flows and levels of the Ottawa River over the next few days.”

Levels on the Pembroke-Arnprior stretch of the river are expected to stabilize then rise rapidly later in the week, says the forecast, warning “peak levels may be similar to those observed in May 2017 in all locations.” Daily updates are available at www.ottawariver.ca/riverlevels-flows.php.

McNab/Braeside issued a notice informing residents it has made a pile of sand (under the green tarp) available at its public works garage on Russett Drive in case it's needed for sandbags. There is also a sandbagging station at McNeill Road and Caruso Circle and some sandbags available on Bayview Drive.

Mayor Tom Peckett said volunteers are on standby ready to fill sandbags. The township notice on its website notes if sandbags are needed after hours they will be left outside the council chamber entrance at the municipal office.

Horton has set up a sandbagging station at its sand dome at 2253 Johnston Rd. for the protection of “primary residences.”

All area municipalities have flood information on their websites, including Arnprior, which has an article on proper sandbag methods. Renfrew has posted a spring emergency preparedness advisory.

“The County of Renfrew is reminding residents to contact their local municipality if they are expe-

riencing flooding or require sandbags and sand. Local municipalities are working diligently at providing sandbags and sand to residents that require them as a means of protecting homes and businesses,” said a county press release April 19.

“Residents that are experiencing flooding of their wells and or septic systems are advised not to drink their water, and to have it tested. Residents are asked to contact the Renfrew County District Health Unit at 613-735-8654 for testing details and further information regarding safe drinking water.

Information is also available at http://rcdhu.com/healthy-living/ emergency-preparedness/.

Warden Jennifer Murphy urged residents to exercise caution. “I want to remind residents at this time to be aware of their surroundings and not to take unnecessary risks when travelling through areas that are impacted by flooding,” she said.

Upper Ottawa Valley OPP also issued a warning. “Drivers across eastern Ontario are advised to be alert for potential flooding. If you come across a section of submerged roadway, turn around and find an alternate route,” said the

OPP news release.

“Water can hide dangers such as washed-out sections of roadway.

Not only is it dangerous, it is also an offence to drive on a closed highway. Monitor @OPPCommunicationsER and @511OntarioEastern on Twitter or 511on.ca for updated road conditions.”

Residents are urged to also check their townships’ websites, Facebook pages or call emergency numbers if required.

The county, in co-ordination with municipalities, has launched a web-based map tool that allows the public to view where road closures are and where flooding is problematic for travel. Residents are encouraged to contact their municipality to report flooding of roadways so the map can be updated quickly.

The mapping tool is called “Muncipal511,” and can be found online at www.municipal511.ca.

“For safety, all residents of Renfrew County should keep a close watch on conditions, regularly check for updated messages and exercise caution near fast-moving rivers and streams,” says the Pembroke office of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.

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AMBULANCE RESTRUCTURING WORRIES RURAL REPS MPP PROMISES RENFREW COUNTY INNOVATIONS TO BE PROTECTED JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com The surprise announcement the province will restructure Ontario's 52 ambulance services into 10 within the next two years has local officials expressing alarm about the future health of the Renfrew County unit.

Renfrew County chief paramedic Mike Nolan said the new system needs governance that recognizes the "unique challenges" presented by servicing rural Ontario and supports the "significant and dramatic improvements" paramedics have brought to Renfrew

County residents through community paramedicine, the remote access team and other innovations.

"We don't want to lose those special services," he said. Paramedics want to "ensure there is no erosion in the level of service ... or in response timelines."

Renfrew Reeve Peter Emon expressed concern the considerable progress made by the paramedic service since Renfrew County took it over in 2001 could be jeopardized in a centralized system dominated by Ottawa. He is also worried about the implications for and lack of consultation with rural property taxpayers who already pay for more than 50 per cent of the service's operating costs.

He is appealing to residents to contact RenfrewNipissing-Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski and other

THE ISSUE: AMBULANCE SERVICE CONSOLIDATION LOCAL IMPACT: WILL RURAL RESIDENTS LOSE OUT WHEN PARAMEDIC SERVICES ARE CENTRALIZED? government members to urge them protect ambulance services in rural areas.

While the health ministry has proposed ambulance changes, it is distancing itself from a report suggesting the consolidation could save $200 million and pave the way to privatization of the service.

Yakabuski said the am-

bulance changes are "all part and parcel" of a "modernization" of the health care system aimed at ensuring services are focused where they are needed, reducing wait times and ending hallway health care.

That will mean paramedics will no longer have to waste hours and hours outside emergency wards waiting to drop off patients, he said.

In the new system no paramedics will lose their jobs, but instead be "empowered" with more decisionmaking abilities, he said.

Yakabuski said he fully recognizes initiatives by paramedics, such as inhome visits, have improved health care in Renfrew County. Not only should such improvements be protected in the new system, they need to be duplicated across the province, he said.

"I'll be making sure rural

concerns are addressed," he added, noting the government has a strong rural caucus.

He noted restructuring will come with improved dispatch services and administrative efficiencies to shift funding to service provision.

Nolan said paramedics, while not realizing such a dramatic restructuring was being contemplated, have been preparing for change by working on "innovative ideas" to fill in gaps in the system, particularly in the rural areas.

Those more than $10 million in infrastructure "investments" made in improving the system are a "source of pride" among Renfrew County representatives and paramedics, he said. "We wouldn't want to lose that spirit and or lose sight of the needs of residents ... in a big-

ger system."

Nolan said any restructuring should take into account Renfrew County patients are older, sicker and frailer and because of long distances have less access to health care than the provincial average.

While "bigger isn't necessarily better," integration is not necessarily negative, he said, adding change would be welcome, especially in reducing the amount of time paramedics waste tied up at hospital emergency wards.

As for dispatch, dedicated staff have been operating with inadequate tools for years, so improvements would be welcome, he said.

It's been indicated 22 dispatch services will be centralized in 10 hubs, putting the future of the Renfrew centre in doubt.

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Emon agreed improving dispatch and hospital capacity to receive patients is "good news as both are the main contributors to ambulance service challenges." However, the lack of information from the province so far about funding, cost-sharing and governance of the restructured ambulance service is worrisome, he said.

Emon noted municipal governments currently contribute about $720 million and the province $580 million to the service, yet the municipalities were not "respected" with consultation or even warned change was coming. It would be unfair not to give municipalities a say in the service if the government continues to expect them to shoulder the bulk of the costs, he said.

Renfrew County has long expressed concerns about its ambulances being commandeered to handle Ottawa cases. The thought of being merged with neighbours with inadequate paramedic service has "spooked" a number of local municipalities who have spent a great deal of money on new equipment, facilities and staff, Emon said.

"They are worried they will see their initial investment diluted as resources get spread across the larger area and, as usual, be forced to invest more money for lesser service as urban cores gobble up time and resources," he added.

McNab/Braeside Mayor Tom Peckett agreed the Renfrew County paramedics' community paramedicine program has proven beneficial and needs to continue in a new

system. Visiting patients at home to ensure they are eating properly and taking the right meds helps keep them out of hospitals, he said, adding health care needs "more efficient and better-thought-out ways" to do things.

"There needs to be a lot of changes in Ontario ... to get us back on track," he said. "We've been spending like fools for years and years."

Yakabuski said it's natural for concerns to be expressed when change is proposed.

However, many of the details have yet to be worked out and before the ambulance service restructuring is implemented, municipal representatives and front-line care providers will be consulted, he promised.

"I'm confident at the end of the day we'll have an im-

proved system."

Nolan, while waiting for more details about the change, was also "hopeful what ultimately will happen is that the public will receive equal or better access to paramedic and health care services."

Renfrew County council's health committee meeting is holding a special meeting at 9 a.m. Wednesday, April 24 prior to its monthly session to discuss the province's plans for paramedic service.

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After several stories about innovations by local paramedics, the Mercury investigates whether they are expected to survive in the new system unexpectedly announced by the province.

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DOUGLAS FROSTY FUN PULLS IN RECORD PROFIT JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com The Douglas Frosty Fun Carnival was a big success this year, both financially and in entertainment value.

Coun. Kevin LeGris informed Admaston/Bromley council recently the annual festival held from Feb. 8 to Feb. 10 had a record profit of $20,558 this year.

Legris said the Douglas

Recreation Committee deserves a great deal of credit for the success of the winter carnival that has been held for 44 years.

Among those deserving kudos is Anne Moriarty, who is leaving the committee after more than 20 years "of great volunteer work," he said.

Mayor Michael Donohue said Moriarty was a "driving force" behind Frosty Fun,

putting a "lot of work into it."

Council directed staff to send a letter thanking her for her dedication and support over the years.

In Moriarty's last meeting March 5, the committee reviewed the carnival and came to the following conclusions: • The kids mini-skate rink was a big hit; • The magic show was a huge success; • Euchre is "losing steam"

so should probably be cut back to Thursday and Sundays only; • The youth broomball Sunday went well with potential to grow; • Special thanks go out to Rob Afelskie for the fireworks and Pat Donohue and Allan Bruce for helping with the extra dressing rooms; • Jeff Cull and Hayden McIntyre are being eyed to run the hockey tournament.

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RENFREW HEALTH UNIT BUDGET SLASHED, FUTURE UNCERTAIN JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com Local officials are concerned proposed slashing of Ontario's public health budgets could be counter-productive to the effort to reduce hospital wait times and end 'hallway medicine.

Renfrew Reeve Peter Emon said the $200 million cut could hinder important disease prevention efforts aimed at keeping people out of hospitals. Furthermore, local officials are worried the proposed reduction of 35 health units to 10 and a shift in the cost-sharing funding model over the next three years will be unfair to municipalities, especially rural ones. Municipal taxpayers will have to pick up the slack, yet have less say on the services offered, Emon said.

The Renfrew County and District Health Unit is an important resource for rural municipalities, he said. Among the programs likely to be affected by the cut-

backs are disease prevention, immunization, infectious disease control, water quality testing (wells and beaches), food safety regulation, smoking cessation efforts, prenatal support, overdose prevention and student nutrition.

For instance, would a budgetstrapped centralized health unit covering most of eastern Ontario continue with local drop-off depots for well samples as the Renfrew County health unit does, questioned Emon. "Not having that option could become a problem for our communities."

Renfrew County paramedic chief Mike Nolan pointed out preventive public health initiatives such as flu vaccines help reduce the number of calls his members receive. "We share a lot in common with public health ... as we both emphasize prevention," he said.

Nolan said the paramedic service works closely with the health unit in education efforts such as

CPR and in safety campaigns such as distributing defibrillators. The health unit is also a valuable source of advice for paramedics if they are exposed to disease, he added.

Emon noted Renfrew County used to have strong representatives on the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), but hasn't for several years. "We do not see LHIN members around here unless their car breaks down when going through," he said. "It's no surprise we fear losing our voice in more centralized governance."

It appears the $200-million cut (close to 30 per cent of the budget) is just the start as the province has followed up by announcing it will cut up to $1 billion out of Toronto Public Health's budget over the next 10 years despite research that shows investment in public health results in future savings.

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JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com McNab/Braeside council is urging the provincial government to hold off on mandating online courses for high school students until rural areas have the same access to the internet as urban centres.

Council approved a resolution proposed by Coun. Scott Brum at its April 16 meeting. The motion "respectfully requests the premier of Ontario to reconsider these online courses until rural Ontario students can be given the same opportunity to access the internet as the urban students."

The resolution notes under its new education "vision" the province proposes requiring secondary school students to take four out of the 30 high school credits as online courses. However, the government is not providing rural Ontario with the same broadband access as the rest of the

province, it maintains.

As broadband service is lacking through much of rural and northern Ontario, it is "making e-learning impossible, and may set our students up for a two-tier education system due to the lack of internet access."

As well, online e-learning will "disproportionately affect students with special needs, who may need more attention from their teachers, and students in low-income families, who may not have access to a laptop and internet at home to do their online course work," the resolution concludes.

McNab/Braeside council sent the motion to all Ontario municipalities, Premier Doug Ford, Education Minister Lisa Thompson, Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski, Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MP Cheryl Gallant, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Rural Ontario Municipal Association.

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FORM 6 · SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER Municipal Act, 2001 Ontario Regulation 181/03 · Municipal Tax Sales Rules THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF RENFREW Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on Tuesday, May 28, 2019, at the Town Hall, 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8.

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Town Hall, 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew.

Description of Lands: ROLL NO. 47 48 000 010 06600 0000, 26 GRAHAM AVE , PIN 57290-0046 LT, LT 3, PL 200 ; TOWN OF RENFREW, FILE RWRW18-002-TT Minimum Tender Amount: $ 17,338.18 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $ 126,500.00.

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit of at least 20 per cent of the tender amount, which deposit shall be made by way of a certified cheque/bank draft/money order payable to the municipality (or board).

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, existing interests in favour of the Crown, environmental concerns or any other matters relating to the land(s) to be sold. Any existing Federal or Provincial Crown liens or executions will remain on title and may become the responsibility of the potential purchaser. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax and HST. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender visit: www.Tri-Target.com | Ontario’s Tax Sale Community Info@Tri-Target.com or if no internet access available, contact: Kelly Coughlin, Accountant / Deputy-Treasurer The Corporation of the Town of Renfrew 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8 · (613) 432-4848 · www.renfrew.ca

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BREAKTHROUGH ACTOR WELCOMED AT RENFREW PREMIERE SHERRY HAAIMA sherr y.haaima@ metroland.com The cold and rainy weather outside on Good Friday did nothing to dampen the warmth and love that was free flowing inside Renfrew's O'Brien Theatre April 19.

It was the local premiere of the movie Breakthrough - a film with a special connection to Renfrew - one of the actors, Victor Zinck Jr. - is Renfrew Fire Chief Kevin Welsh's stepson - and the friendly and personable Zinck was on hand to watch the movie with his family, as well as to meet fans and sign autographs.

"He's as beautiful on the inside as on the outside," said proud mom Corinna Welsh. "What a special day."

Kevin, who became Renfrew's chief in December, agreed, noting watching

Sherry Haaima/Metroland (From left) Renfrew Fire Chief Kevin Welsh joins stepson Victor Zinck Jr. and Mayor Don Eady at the local premiere of Breakthrough April 19. Victor Zinck Jr. signs an autograph for Ryland Latreille.

the actor play a firefighter in Breakthrough was a special experience.

"We're so proud. I can't begin to describe how exciting it is," he said.

The community's reac-

tion to the premiere event was heartwarming, he added.

"The response of Renfrew has been amazing," said Kevin. "Everybody has been great."

Applause and cheers rang out in the theatre as Zinck's name appeared on the big screen, and at the end of the film.

Breakthrough is based on a true story.

"When he was 14, John Smith drowned in Lake Sainte Louis and was dead for nearly an hour. According to reports at the time, CPR was performed 27 minutes to no avail. Then the youth's mother, Joyce Smith, entered the room, praying loudly," says the

film listing. "Suddenly, there was a pulse, and Smith came around."

Among the movie's stars are Chrissy Metz and Topher Grace.

Breakthrough is playing at the O'Brien Theatres in Renfrew and Arnprior until May 2.

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JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com The spectre of significant cuts in provincial funding starting next year has 'prodded' Renfrew County municipalities into discussing shared services.

Renfrew, Horton, Greater Madawaska and Admaston/Bromley are expected to meet within the next two to three weeks to discuss service efficiencies. The four are also interested in a Bonnechere Valley-initiated plan that would see all 17 Renfrew County municipalities strike a working group to find "greater efficiency within the county as a whole."

However, as no date,

agenda or scope has yet been determined for that collaboration, Renfrew has suggested getting talks started on a smaller scale.

In a preliminary discussion paper scheduled to be viewed by Renfrew council April 23, its administration/economic development and tourism committee suggests such talks should be considered as a "means of survival," as without changes the future costs of providing services might "force" municipalities to consider amalgamations.

Renfrew Reeve Peter Emon said he doesn't expect the province to enforce amalgamations on municipalities, but instead wants them to come up with their own ways to become more efficient.

"We've needed prodding," he admitted.

Renfrew-Nipissing-

Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski stressed the province has "zero intent of enforcing any amalgamations" on municipalities. "But if they want to go that road it's up to them."

It's important they come up with their own cost-savings as Ontarians have made it clear they want governments on all levels to find efficiencies, he said.

Yakabuski noted Renfrew County municipalities received almost $11 million in 'modernization' funding, the most of any riding in the province, to spend as they see fit as long as it provides long-term benefits for taxpayers.

Based on the funding received March 20, "it is anticipated the Minister (of municipal affairs) will be expecting to see significant cost-savings in all (municipal) operations" starting in 2020, says the Bonnechere

Valley report recommending a county-wide servicedelivery review.

"It is unrealistic to believe that the savings being expected can be attained by a single municipality or even a small group of municipalities," adds the report.

However, Emon suggested Renfrew also should initiate talks about servicesharing and eliminating duplication in case the county-wide effort stalls.

It's possible a model to reduce costs could start with a small number of municipalities and spread to the rest of the county instead of vice-versa.

Emon said it's important for local representatives to come up with costsavings that best suit the needs of their communities. If Renfrew and its three closest neighbours meet within the next

month, the goal is to have a report with findings finalized by July 1.

At its April 15 meeting, Greater Madawaska council expressed interest in "being at the table" for both discussions. Council is committed to the service delivery review as suggested in the county-wide plan, but noted it might be more efficient working in a smaller group as it's not always easy to get 17 representatives to agree.

Mayor Brian Hunt, who has experience in managing a major road-building company, suggested such areas as finance and information technology (IT) should be considered for cost-sharing. He said the province, while not mandating municipal mergers, has made it clear it wants neighbours to work together to trim costs. "I think this forces us to look where

we can get efficiencies," he said.

The Renfrew plan suggests inviting McNab/ Braeside and Bonnechere Valley to the talks in the future.

McNab/Braeside Mayor Tom Peckett said he'll be watching the Renfrew talks with interest as "there needs to be groups like that having discussions and ideas that everyone can consider." As long it's realized that "what works for one group may not work for the other," he added.

Peckett noted McNab/ Braeside is already "doing all sorts of things" that result in efficiencies, such as the subsidizing services in Renfrew and especially Arnprior and helping with the Grove redevelopment.

The township also shares a variety of recreation programs and facilities with its neighbours, he added.

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RAISE HELL IF RESTRUCTURING CRIPPLES SERVICES The devil is in the details.

And many of the details could be devilishly devastating to Renfrew County and other rural areas in the province.

The provincial budget brought down April 11 included a few shocks but nothing too unexpected from a government elected to put Ontario's finances on a solid footing. However, some of the more vague statements turn out to be not so benign.

Since budget day, Ontarians have been reeling from new revelations almost every day about another important service being diminished or restructured.

Last week word trickled out the number of health units would be reduced from 35 to 10 with their budgets slashed by almost a third, followed by confirmation 52 ambulance services would be melded into 10.

There are also new details about cuts to library support services, legal aid and conservation authorities.

Proposed centralization of the paramedic service justifiably makes Renfrew County folks nervous. For the last few years, rural politicians around Ottawa have been speaking out as their ambulances are ordered into the city to try to compensate for shortages there, leaving country folks vulnerable.

If ambulance services in Renfrew and Lanark counties are rolled into one Ottawa-centric service, will rural representatives still be able to forcefully advocate for their residents or will their voices become a minority and be lost in the shuffle (as happened with the Local Health Integration Networks)?

Will the innovative community paramedicine program, so effective in spread-out Renfrew County, still be a priority, or will it be overshadowed by more urban considerations?

Similar questions could be asked of the proposed centralization of health units. Rural and urban priorities often clash when it comes to issues health units deal with, as what may be acceptable in the city might be viewed as an invasion of rights to country folks.

Integration can work if changes result in cost-savings, efficiencies and effective governance taking into account both urban and rural needs. If all it causes is turmoil, rancour and a loss of rural programs and rights, then the approach will fail. And too often in the past, such centralization initiatives faltered because rural services and property taxpayers were disadvantaged or ignored.

So in the next few months when the provincial government starts implementing the details of its restructuring of paramedic services and health units, as well as in other areas, it's important local representatives are genuinely consulted. And it's critical the public support and push them to forcefully defend programs such as community paramedicine and ensure governance includes adequate rural representation.

When the devil in the details becomes apparent, it's important both municipal and county officials, along with our rural MPPs, stand up for our programs and rights, even if they have to play the devil's advocate.

If not, there will be the devil to pay.

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WHO WE ARE LETTERS & COMMENTARY FUNDING CUTS WON'T RESULT IN POOR EDUCATION To the editor: I am so tired of people who are "educated beyond their intelligence" (Lowell Green quote) stating that the lack of money that schools receive, results in poor education! That is an excuse for the ignorant.

If increased spending resulted in improved academic performance, we should observe at least marginal improvements in provincial testing results, right? A funding increase of 18.5 per cent from 2006/07 to 2015/16 (thanks to Dalton James Patrick McGuinty Jr. and Kathleen O'Day Wynne) should not have resulted in a decline in provincial testing results.

According to the Fraser Institute, the Ontario Ministry of Education gave the school boards an average of $12,300 per student (average per-pupil funding or grants for student needs).

A classroom of 25 students equals $307,500. Ask a teacher or principal what that $307,500 is paying for.

Check to see how many people you know who work

for the school board can be found on www.ontariosunshinelist.com. Some elementary teachers make more money than the elementary school principals who run the entire school.

Suggestion: Find the school with the highest provincial testing results, copy everything they do, then stop whining, you snowflakes!

MICHAEL SALTER (A GRUMPY, OLD HIGH SCHOOL DROPOUT) RENFREW

BEWARE CARBON MONOXIDE DANGERS To the editor: My husband Jerry wanted to have our pellet stove cleaned so he called Layton Knight-Locke.

While they were here, they said they would also clean the furnace. Imagine my surprise when they called me downstairs and said they were shutting off the furnace because there was a crack in the heat exchanger and it was leaking carbon monoxide! I guess that was why I was falling asleep in the afternoon while working on the crossword puzzle!

I had never thought to buy a CO detector because the furnace was only seven years old and the pellet stove about the same age. I guess I am one of those people who say "it will never happen to me." Now I ask everyone I meet if they have carbon monoxide detectors in their homes.

I want to profusely thank Tyler Fulford and Nick Lewis for their excellent work. They are very professional. Without their careful examination of our furnace, we could both be dead. We would also like to thank Frank Visneskie for installing our new furnace and making sure we now have a working carbon monoxide detector.

Finally, I want to thank Layton for hiring and training his wonderful staff. He tells me that when they install a new furnace now, they automatically put in a carbon monoxide detector.

Not having one nearly cost us our lives.

KAREN COCKWELL RENFREW

* Editor's note: Carbon monoxide alarms are now mandatory in all residential homes.

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'DARK TIME': SERVICE TO PUBLIC LIBRARIES FACES 50% BUDGET CUT DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@metroland.com Cuts from the Ford government's first budget will likely include a hefty reduction to certain services offered at public libraries in Renfrew, Arnprior and across the province. Southern Ontario Library Services (SOLS), and its northern counterpart, ensures Ontarians have equal access to library materials and programs. It increases cooperation among public libraries to provide - among many other services - a book-loaning program that sees larger libraries help smaller ones. A library that can't stock every book borrows from those that stock more.

SOLS was told April 12, one day after the PC budget was tabled, that it must cut 50 per cent from this year's $3.3 million budget.

"It's very upsetting; very disappointing," said Kelly Thompson, SOLS eastern region representative and chief librarian at Renfrew Public Library. "I'm not sure how they can run on 50 per cent of their budget. That's huge."

She said the organization offers much to libraries, including administration of ebooks and e-resources, along with staff training. She recalls training provided to a small-town hairstylist who shut down her business to save the library by becoming its staff member. SOLS also oversees the loaning of mobile hot spots which lets people take the internet home for a period of time. Both Arnprior and Renfrew hope to offer the service. It is important to students in particular and could be a problem if taken away; the budget also mandated high school students to take four online

courses. When it comes to interlibrary loans last year, Renfrew took in about 2,000 and Arnprior 1,400; Renfrew loaned out about 750 and Arnprior 2,000. There is no talk yet of effects on local library budgets. Area MPP John Yakabuski met with local librarians a day after SOLS's upper management was told of the cuts, but a day before librarians were. The meeting was booked well in advance. He didn't reveal his government's decision, Thompson said.

"He didn't mention the cuts at all," Thompson said.

"He was pleasant. He showed up. But he said nothing to us on Saturday (April 13)."

Speaking on her blog, SOLS CEO Barbara Franchetto said there will be difficult days ahead.

"I know you probably have many questions, as we do, but right now my attention is wholly on the task of making difficult decisions that impact my staff and our continued capacity to provide you with the services that you need," Franchetto wrote. "I will keep you apprised as we work through this very dark time."

VISIT US ONLINE @ INSIDEOTTAWAVALLEY.COM TOWNSHIP OF McNAB/BRAESIDE NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PUBLIC MEETING In the matter of Sections 17, and 22 of the Planning Act, the Township of McNab/Braeside hereby gives NOTICE OF THE FOLLOWING: i) Application to repeal the Official Plan of the Township of McNab/Braeside. ii) A public meeting regarding applications for amendments to the Official Plan of the Township of McNab/Braeside.

Subject Lands

The amendment affects all lands within the Township and therefore no key map has been provided.

Public Meeting

A public meeting to inform the public of the proposal to repeal the official plan will be held on Tuesday May 14, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. at the municipal office of the Township of McNab/Braeside.

Proposed Official Plan The purpose and effect of this application (Official Plan Amendment #12) is to repeal the Township’s Official Plan due to the incorporation of detailed land uses policies into the County of Renfrew Official Plan through Official Plan Amendment #25 (which was approved by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing in March 2019).

Additional information regarding the Official Plan amendment is available for inspection at the Township of McNab/Braeside municipal office during regular office hours.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Township of McNab/ Braeside before the proposed Official Plan amendment is adopted by the Township, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the County of Renfrew (approval authority), to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT).

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Township of McNab/ Braeside before the proposed Official Plan amendment is adopted by the Township, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or the public body as a party.

If you wish to be notified of the adoption of the proposed Official Plan amendment, or of the refusal of a request to amend the Official Plan, or for further information, you must make a written request to: Lindsey A. Lee, CAO/Clerk Township of McNab/Braeside 25010 Russett Drive RR2 ARNPRIOR, ON K7S 3G8 • (613) 623-5756

CHURCH DIRECTORY CALVARY PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 56 Wrangler Rd.

(across from Canadian Tire)

Pastor Peter Snow Sunday Worship @ 10 a.m.

All Are Welcome

OTTAWA VALLEY GRACE MINISTRY

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291 Plaunt Street South, Renfrew ON K7V 1N2 Rev. Russell Wardell SUNDAY WoRSHIp 10:00 A.m.

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SUNDAY SERVICE 10:00 a.m.

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

To advertise in this directory please call your local office today Smiths Falls – 613-283-3182 • Renfrew – 613-432-3655

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April 28 - Easter 2 Holy Communion - 10:30 am Rev. Susan Lewis HEBRON CHRISTIAN REFORMED COMMUNITY CHURCH 431 Albert Street, Renfrew Rev. Daniel Meinema

Sunday 10 a.m.

Worship Service Nursery Available Sunday School During Service

Coffee Break

Women’s Interfaith Bible Study Wednesday mornings From 10:00 -11:30 a.m.

Everyone is welcome

THE RENFREW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

460 Raglan Street South • 613-432-5452 Rev. David McFarlane Organist: Marie Brydges ARCT, CRCCO, RMT

SUNDAY WORSHIP – 10:00 a.m.

Nursery Care Available Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

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RECENT OWL PROWL A GREAT SUCCESS RECENT OUTING A HOOT, SAYS MICHAEL RUNTZ MICHAEL RUNTZ Column

There is something special about being out in nature at night. Perhaps it is because our primary sense - sight - becomes virtually useless, or because our auditory senses are heightened, magnifying every rustle and squeal. Or perhaps it is because an army of animals comes to life when darkness descends on the land.

Likely for all those reasons, one of the most popular events I lead for the Macnamara Field Naturalists' Club is the annual Owl Prowl. The event is normally held in late March - when owls are setting up territories but was thrice postponed due to

poor weather, finally taking place on April 16.

Because of the delay, the 7 p.m. start didn't coincide with sunset, so we went looking for birds behind the Arnprior Airport. There, two northern harriers, large hawks with an owllike face, coursed low over fields looking for voles. Two snowy owls were also spotted; one was perched close to the road, providing excellent views. The distinctive facial discs of owls and harriers act as satellite dishes, picking up sound and deflecting it to large ear openings hidden on the sides of their wide heads.

The asymmetry in shape and location of those openings, plus their horizontal separation, allow for pinpoint accuracy in locating the originator of a sound.

As we drove away, a stunning red sunset was a bonus.

Darkness was just descending when we arrived at the next location. I started calling for northern saw-whet owls. At six inches tall, they are our smallest owls. Their call is a repetitive

short whistle, one easily imitated. After several minutes of "tooting" and no responses, I switched to generic "squeaking." This sound, which simulates an injured animal's cry is made by kissing the back of my fingers. Hunting animals are drawn to this sound because they think they've found an easy meal.

Minutes passed and then a medium-sized owl flew into a nearby tree. Silhouetted against the bright sky, two upright "ears" were visible atop its head.

The owl looked thin, making its identification as a long-eared owl an easy one. The "ears" were decorative feathers, ones also owned by much larger great horned owls and considerably smaller eastern screech-owls.

Remarkably, another owl flew in on the other side of the road. It was a barred owl, our most common species. In all my years of owling, I've never called in two species at one time. Thus, I was even more thrilled than the 40+ others in my group.

At our next stop I again called for saw-whets. Within seconds, a large owl flew at me, briefly hovering overhead! It was another barred owl. As they eat smaller owls, it undoubtedly thought it found dinner.

At our fourth stop, a northern saw-whet responded and was soon spotted sitting a metre off the ground in a nearby alder.

Although it didn't stay long, the tiny fellow continued to call right until we left.

Six owls of four species were seen, and two were heard (another saw-whet called at Pakenham), making this our most successful Owl Prowl ever.

For all participants, myself included, the evening was a genuine hoot!

The Nature email is mruntz@start.ca Michael Runtz is a longtime columnist who teaches natural history and ornithology at Carleton University. He has worked as a naturalist in provincial and national parks, hosted the television series Wild

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EVENTS THURSDAY, APRIL 25

Pitch-in Week 22-29 WHEN: 9:00 a.m WHERE: Ottawa Valley - various locations, Various locations in Ottawa Valley including Renfrew, Renfrew CONTACT: Pitch-In Canada COST: Pitch-in Week is taking place across Canada and the Ottawa Valley, at locations including Renfrew, Arnprior, Burnstown, Lanark, Perth and Smiths Falls.

Renfrew Silver Seniors WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 1:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Legion, 30 Raglan St S, Renfrew CONTACT: 613-4322361 COST: There is no charge but please bring your favourite dish Noon hour pot luck luncheon.

Walk the halls at Opeongo High School WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m WHERE: Opeongo High School, 1990 Cobden Road, AdmastonBromley CONTACT: North Algona Wilberforce Township Office, 613-628-2080 COST: Tuesday and Thursday 6-8 p.m.

Wear indoor shoes. All levels of mobility welcome. Cancelled on school holidays and snow days.

Al-Anon WHEN: 7:30 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: MacKay Manor, 196 Argyle St S, Renfrew CONTACT: 1-888-425-2666 COST: Is someone's alcoholic drinking affecting your life? Al-Anon can help.

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Friday at the Centre WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Golden Age Activity Centre, 212 Raglan St S, Renfrew CONTACT: Fay O'Reilly, 6134318289, fayoreilly@renfrewgoldenage.ca, http://www.renfrewgoldenage.ca COST: $6 For $6, enjoy a ham and beans lunch, and what better way to kick off the weekend than with Murray Langsford, The Kohlsmith's, Darrell Mooney and Larry Dougherty entertaining at 1 p.m.

Harry Potter Trivia Night WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Public Library, 13 Railway Ave, Renfrew, ON, Renfrew CONTACT: Maggie Mur-

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Country dance WHEN: 8:00 p.m - 12:00 a.m WHERE: Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd, Renfrew CONTACT: Shane Lambert, 613-433-3303, recreation@hortontownship.ca, http:// www.hortontownship.ca/recreation/events-festivals/dances/ country-dance-apr-20-20187726.html COST: $10 per person Featuring Douglas Connection.

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Multi family indoor yard sale WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Armouries and Fairgrounds, 115 Veterans Memorial, Renfrew CONTACT: Judy Dobec, 613-432-5331, contact@renfrewfair.com COST: Tables cost $25 for 2 tables (8' in length)Call Judy at 613-432-5331 to book a tableFundraiser for Renfrew Fair and Renfrew EarlyON. Bake sale and yard sale WHEN: 8:00 a.m 12:00 p.m WHERE: Admaston Bromley Office, 477 Stone Road, Renfrew CONTACT: Gail Reid, 613-4333752, info@lochielst.ca COST: Bake sale and yard sale, fundraising for Grace United Church.

CFUW Renfrew book sale WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Collegiate Institute, 184 Bonnechere St S,

Renfrew CONTACT: CFUW Renfrew COST: Over 9,000 titles in more than 20 categories, priced from 50 cents to $3. Friday 4-9, Saturday 9noon, sponsored by the Renfrew chapter of the Canadian Federation of University Women, proceeds go toward supporting scholarships for local students.

Haley United Church Roast Beef Dinner WHEN: 4:00 p.m - 6:30 p.m WHERE: Haley United Church, 760 Calvin Road, WhitewaterRegion CONTACT: Garry Juby, 6134333443, gdjuby7573@gmail.com COST: Adults $15, children 6 to 12 $7, children 5 and under free Roast beef dinner with all the trimmings, a variety of salads, homemade pies etc. Wheelchair accessible,take-out available.

Anniversary Turkey and Ham Supper WHEN: 4:00 p.m - 6:30 p.m WHERE: St. Andrew's United Church Beachburg, 1744 Beachburg Rd, WhitewaterRegion CONTACT: 613-582-3441 COST: Adults $15, children under 12 $6, 6 and under free Anniversary turkey and ham supper. Handicap accessible.

SUNDAY, APRIL 28

Maplefest WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Armouries and Fairgrounds, 115 Veterans Memorial, Renfrew CONTACT: Judy Dobec, 613-432-5331, contact@renfrewfair.com COST: Adults - $10, kids under 12 $5 Pancake breakfast and maple syrup competition, snow taffy making for kids, hosted by the Renfrew Fair.

Renfrew Silver Seniors WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Legion, 30 Raglan St S, Renfrew CONTACT: Pat Kilby (for tickets), 613-6492756 COST: Games Day (euchre and darts)

Barb Haydock photo Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) members (from left) Marg McLeish, Marion Eidsness and Alexa Legris promoting the Used Book Sale at RCI on April 26-27.

MONDAY, APRIL 29

Pickleball WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd, Renfrew CONTACT: Shane Lambert, 613-433-3303, recreation@hortontownship.ca, http:// www.hortontownship.ca/recreation/events-festivals/pickleball-8958.html COST: $40 per person for session or $5 per person per night Monday nights, $40/person per session or $5/per per night(Session 1: November - January)(Session 2: February - April)

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Champlain Seniors +55 WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 3:30 p.m WHERE: RCAF 433 Wing, 164 Argyle St. S., Renfrew CONTACT: Margaret Crozier, 613-432-4828 COST: Membership $5/year.

Floor shuffleboard and euchre at the Wing every Tuesday. Potluck the first Tuesday of each month.

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Horton Euchre WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd, Renfrew CONTACT: Shane Lambert, 613-433-3303, recreation@hortontownship.ca, http:// www.hortontownship.ca/recre-

ation/events-festivals/euchre-7622.html COST: $4 per person Every second Thursday, starting Sept. 20 (except Dec. 27), includes prizes and light lunch.Potluck supper Dec. 13 and May 30.For full schedule go to www.hortontownship.ca .

Pop Up Art Launch Party WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m WHERE: Fifth Chute Coffee, 291 Bridge St, Bonnechere Valley CONTACT: Anya Gansterer, anya@ov-caos.org, https://ov-caos.org/ pop-up-art/ COST: ExtraOrdinary is an eleven artists, multimedia exhibit exploring how the extraordinary can be found in our everyday lives in Renfrew County. Live music with Marc Audet. In-process collaborative art piece with Bozena Hrycyna. Light refreshments.

SATURDAY, MAY 4

Climate Change, Faith & Justice WHEN: 8:30 a.m - 12:00 p.m WHERE: Trinity-St. Andrew's United Church - Renfrew, 291 Plaunt St. S, Renfrew CONTACT: Trinity-St. Andrew's United Church, 613-432-2285, office@tsarenfrew.ca, http://tsaren-

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Karri Munn-Venn will be leading a workshop in Stewart Hall on engaging climate change issues from a Christian faith and justice perspective.

SUNDAY, MAY 5

Hike for Hospice Renfrew WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Mateway Park, 1 Mateway Park Drive, Renfrew CONTACT: Hospice Renfrew, 613-4333993, info@hospicerenfrew.ca Hike for Hospice is a walk/run through downtown Renfrew to raise funds for our Hospice.

Participants are encouraged to get pledges to support the Hospice.

This fun, family friendly event raises much-needed funds for Hospice Renfrew.

Sunday Afternoon Dance WHEN: 2:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m WHERE: Cobden Legion Branch 550, 43a Main Street, WhitewaterRegion CONTACT: Ron Jaremkow, 6136027879, ronjar43@gmail.com, http:// www.CobdenLegion.ca COST: $7 per person Cobden Legion April Dance, with Ian Hamilton & Friends, upstairs at the Cobden Legion, handicapped accessible! Prizes, light lunch, only $7 per person. Lunch donations greatly appreciated.

PRESLEY FAMILY TO LEAD 2019 HIKE FOR HOSPICE This year the annual Hike for Hospice Renfrew will be led by the family of Jim Presley of Arnprior.

The Presley family, Pa's Pride, have been taking part in the hike in honour of their dad since 2015.

They also held a very successful Florida Vacation Home raffle at Christmas to raise funds for the hospice.

"Dad became a resident of Hospice Renfrew in late summer 2014. During an emotional and physically demanding transition from living with a terminal illness to end-of-life care, Hospice Renfrew's staff and volunteers created a caring, compassionate environment, not only for our dad but to our entire family and friends," said Lisa Presley, Jim's youngest daughter. "I've lived my adult life away from the Valley and have since lost the small community connection, until I entered hospice."

Jim's wife Elaine said Hospice Renfrew will forever hold a

special place in the hearts of Presley family members.

"The kindness to Jim and our family was overwhelming at this sad and extremely difficult time. And we believe he felt that kindness almost immediately also," she said. "As with many other situations in life, one cannot or does not appreciate such caring until you are faced personally with it."

Jim's daughter Jennifer said the end-of-life care her father received, as well as the support for her family, was extraordinary.

"Their kind and gentle care, while providing empathy and compassion, brought me great comfort and peace - the endless supply of homemade cookies helped, too," she said. "This fundraising event does my heart good! It not only gives me the opportunity to bring much-needed awareness of Hospice Renfrew, it is a true memorial tribute to my dad" Jim's daughter, Tracy, praised the staff, volunteers and

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"I expected it to be a place of doom and gloom, after all, hospice is end-of-life care. Instead what I found it to be was a beautiful, most peaceful place made possible by the amazing staff and volunteers," said Tracy.

"Not only did they care for my father and keep him comfortable, they truly made it possible for him to pass with the utmost dignity. I witnessed many, many acts of pure, genuine kindness

and caring from the staff and volunteers over the weeks my father was there."

Hike for Hospice Renfrew will be held Sunday May 5 2019 at Mateway Park in Renfrew.

Registration at 12:30 p.m. The hike starts at 2 p.m.

For more information or to download a pledge sheet go to www.hospicerenfrew.ca or contact Hospice Renfrew at info@hospicerenfrew.ca or 613433-3993.

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Levesque, Mary Lolita

Peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, at Bonnechere Manor, Renfrew, on Monday, April 15, 2019 in her 100th year.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband of over 73 years, Joseph Laurier Levesque, in 2016.

Loved and loving mother of Rose Marie Chamberlain, and Beverley Wren (Mervyn). Cherished grandmother of Matthew Wren (Dana), Paul Wren (Sheri), Emily Chamberlain-Bruce (Darren), and Michael Chamberlain.

Also survived by four great grandchildren, Jena, Nicholas, Thomas and Anna Wren; and by several nieces and nephews. The daughter of the late Percy and Ann (Belkwell) Archambeault, she was predeceased by her son-in-law Garry Chamberlain, and brothers Archie (Mary), and William (Phyllis).

Our family wishes to express sincere thanks to the caring staff of Bonnechere Manor for the comfort and care they provided over the years. A private family funeral service will take place at the Goulet Funeral Home, 310 Argyle Street South, Renfrew.

Interment St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. In remembrance, donations to the Bonnechere Manor Foundation will be gratefully acknowledged.

HODGINS, Clarence

(Hodgins Interior Cleaning) With great sadness we announce that Clarence Charles Hodgins of Braeside passed away at the Queensway-Carleton Hospital with loved ones by his side on Sunday, April 14, 2019. He was 66. Beloved husband and partner of Debbie (nee Banes) for over 45 years. Proud father of Terry. Dear brother of Brian Hodgins (Elizabeth Saylor) and Elliott “Steve” Hodgins (Wendy). Special brother-inlaw of Don and Janice Banes. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Dear son of the late Burland and Margaret (nee Easterman) Hodgins and son-in-law of the late Donald Jack and Bev (nee Offord) Banes. Clarence’s final care has been entrusted to the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. Arrangements will remain private. For those wishing to honour Clarence in a special way, please consider a donation to the ALS Society of Canada.

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Easy to Love On Wednesday April 17th we said goodbye to a sweet soul who filled our lives with his unconditional love and strength. Ronald Lawson Pelkey passed away quietly in his home with his family and wife of fifty-nine years close by.

Years of loving care from Mom ensured Dad’s final years, months, weeks, days and hours were spent where he loved to be and with the person, he loved with all his heart. He was safe and cared for by my mom who dedicated herself to making sure Dad was given the best care and comfort possible. Dad leaves behind a loving family that includes his wife D.A. (Dorothy Anne), his brother Carvel (Betty) and children David (Denise), Mark (Anna) and Carlee (Eddy).

His grandchildren, David(Hannah), Abbey(Ian), Hannah, Noah, Samuel, Jonah and Issac. His great grandchildren, Nehemiah, Rhema, Ezekiel and Zipporah. For all of us Dad will leave a huge absence in our lives. His honesty, strength and integrity are qualities I hope will be forever a part of who we are as his loved ones.

His most adoring quality was his love for mom and his family. Although Dad’s final years were severely affected by a brutal accident, he never complained, and a day never passed, that when you walk into the room, you were greeted by his wonderful smile that made you feel everything was ok.

His smile warmed our hearts and we knew being there, meant the world to him. We take comfort knowing he is with our loving God and that Dad is now resting in Peace. Our love and memories of Dad will never fade. We will miss him and his smile every day.

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Passed away at the Almonte General Hospital on April 14, 2019.

Keith Of Almonte, Ontario, in his 85th year.

Married to Aline (nee Chenier) for fifty-four years.

Father to Jonathan (Susan) and grandpa to Linda (Tim), as well as great-grandfather to Thomas. Predeceased by his parents Adam and Ethel King and sisters Elsie and Jeanette. Remembered by his many nieces and nephews. A special thanks to the staff at the Almonte General Hospital, Day Hospital, and Mills Community Support for their excellent care. Donations in memory of Keith may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation (Digital Imaging). A private family service will be held in memory of Keith.

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With heavy hearts we announce that Norm passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 14, 2019 aged 52 years. Dear son of Norman Rivers (Cindy) and Doreen Martin (Ivan).

Loving husband of Dawn Victoria Rivers.

Dear father of Randy, Crystal, Stevi, Jessica (Pat), April, Roagie and Natter. He is also survived by 10 step siblings. Brother of Buck (Jaime), Chantale (Marcel) and Kelly (Kevin).

Cherished grandfather of Wyatt, Kayden, Bennett, Deanna, Jayna, Anna-Belle, Zaiden, Damien, Linken and Lucas. Uncle to 12 nieces & nephews and great uncle to 8 great nieces & nephews. Norm’s final care has been entrusted to the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. A visitation was held on Saturday April 20, 2019 from 6 to 9 p.m. In memory of Normie please consider a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario.

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Suddenly at her home on Saturday April 13, 2019 at the age of 65. Beloved wife of James Thompson. Loving daughter of the late Colin Bernard (Bun) Hickey and Julia Coulas. Dear sister of Jane (Bernard) Recoskie, Osceola.

Doreen will be greatly missed by her sisters and brothers in law Lynn Wright (Marty), Nancy Tubman (Neil), Jermiah, Donnie, Peter (Susan), Catherine (David Radke), her dear friend Lynn Dodge, and her many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday April 25 at 12:00 noon at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Renfrew. Spring Interment St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. In memory of Doreen donations to Dementia Society or Salvation Army would be appreciated.

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Peacefully at the Almonte General Hospital on Sunday, April 14, 2019, Rita Chevalier of Arnprior passed away at the age of 86 years.

Rita will be fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews, Michel (Marja) Chevalier, Kim (James) Chevalier-Gallagher, Lisa (Rob) Scoble and Christian (Joasia) Crawford.

Predeceased by her niece Dominique Chevalier. Also survived by her sister-in-law Jean Chevalier; her great nieces and nephews: Phillipe, Benjamin, Simon, Katie, Michelle, Ian and Rylan and her great-great nieces and nephew Isla, Devon and Brie. She will be sadly missed by her L’Arche Family. Rita’s final care has been entrusted to the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior where visitation was held on Wednesday, April 17th from 6 - 6:45 p.m. and where a Tribute to Rita followed in the Pilon Family Chapel at 7 o’clock.

Cremation to follow. In memory of Rita, please consider a donation to L’Arche Arnprior.

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The family of the late Gerald Andrew Fawcett cordially invite you to join them in celebrating his life on May 4th, 2019 from 2-4 p.m. at the RCAF Wing Lounge, 164 Argyle St. S. Renfrew. This is a casual drop-in to share thoughts and laughter and fondest memories. Light refreshments will be served.

Gerald passed on January 22nd, 2019, in his 85th year. He was the beloved husband of Julia (nee Woodman) and the loving father of Leslie, George (Donna), Robert (Reneé), Frank Brisbin (Vicki), Donna Brisbin (Bob), Kim Brisbin (Hudson), and Brenda Gilchrist (Mike). He was the proud Grandpa of Lindsay, Nathan, Michelle, Melissa, Andrew, Ben, Will and Hunter and nine greatgrandchildren. He was a dear brother of Doris Fawcett-Uberoi (Pram), Estella Rose (Ed), Alan (Elaine), and was predeceased by his sister Shirley Fawcett. He will also be remembered by his many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Gerald was the eldest son of James and Hilda (nee Cinnamon) of Winchester, Ont. Following high school, Gerald accepted a position with Ontario Hydro at Chenaux where he became a machinist in charge of the power producing turbines. He retired after 36 years.

Gerald was a past president of the RCAF Wing, a former Captain and instructor of the Reserves and the RCAF Cadets.

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Michael (Mike) Marcellus September 5th, 1947 - April 25th 2014 Loving and devoted Husband, Father and Grandpa They say there is a reason, They say that time will heal. But neither time nor reason, Will change the way we feel.

For no one knows the heartache, That lies beneath our smiles. No one knows how many times, We have broken down and cried, We want to tell you something, So there won’t be any doubt, You’re so wonderful to think of, But so hard to live without.

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April 22nd 2018 One year has passed since you were taken away.

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Application closing date is May 3rd, 2019. For more information regarding this position please contact: Sandra Wright, Mental Health Services Supervisor at 613-625-1551 or by email at superviso r. m h s @ p i k w a k a n a gan.ca.

GARAGE SALE: Saturday April 27th 8:30 - 1:00pm rain or shine. 54 James St Arnprior. Downsizing household items, kitchen utensils, antiques and much more.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES CLR879115

April 26 Ty Hall 8:00pm May 3 Brock Zeman 8:00pm May 10 Jordan Dubeau 8:00pm

FOR SALE

Perth Gun and Hunting Sportsmen Show. 1 day only, Sat., May 4, 2019, 9 am-4 pm, Perth Arena, 2 Beckwith St. East, Perth. Admission $6.

Youth under 14 free with adult. 150+ tables of guns, hunting, military items, fishing and more.

613-794-3474.

HUNTING Hunter Safety/Canadian Fire-arms Courses and exams held once a month at Carp. Call Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.

FOR RENT

Ottawa Military Heritage Show

Sat., April 27, 2019 8:30am-2:30pm

FOR RENT: avail June 1st 85 Edy St Arnprior 2 bedroom condo 1 bath ground floor. Laundry on site mature quiet building smoke free 1 parking space long term tenants no pets preferred. $975.00 / month + electric heat. First and last required.

613-432-6182 or 613-623-7435.

Nepean Sportsplex, 1701 Woodroff Ave. Ottawa. ON Peter 613-256-1105

FOR RENT: large furnished 1 bedroom utilities included 1st and last mature individual pbmm_8@hotmail.com only deck overlooking Admission: $8 Ottawa River.

Also No firearms at this show downtown Arnprior furnished or unfurnished room mature individual only call after 1:00pm FINANCIAL / INCOME TAX 613-623-4747.

INCOME TAX RETURNS Retired Revenue Canada Auditor with over 35 Years experience. Larry Pulcine 613-623-4444

FOR RENT

FOR RENT: White Lake, 1017 Point Rd, 2-bedroom, 2nd floor, $875, sunroom, renovated, non-smoking, clean, quiet, secure, parking, fridge, stove, hood fan, & locker, 613-623-2458

HELP WANTED

47 McGarry Ave Renfrew Phone

613-432-9335 HELP WANTED

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Arnprior

Office Administrator Wanted Candidate can expect to work on a variety of general office operations and administrative duties. If you are excited by the opportunity to join a dynamic team and work for a successful and growing Canadian company, apply now!

Part-Time Opportunity 15-20 Hours $14.00/hour Apply today in person or email Jerome at jerome.taylor@thetire.ca HELP WANTED

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McGRIMMON HOLDINGS

1 & 2 Bedroom ApArtments For rent in renFrew & CoBden • Ground floor to 3rd floor units • Mature buildings • Pet friendly • Elevator access • Bachelor units Please call office to set up a viewing McGrimmon Holdings, 555 Hall Ave., Renfrew

613-433-5879

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HELP WANTED COMMERCIAL CLEANER Part-time afternoon & evening commercial cleaner required. Light / medium duties, able to work flexible hours.

Clean criminal record.

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JOB POSTING Maintenance Technician - Instrumentation/Electrical Nylene Canada Inc., a producer of Nylon Polymer and Carpet Fibre in Arnprior Ontario, has an immediate career opportunity for a team oriented licensed Industrial Electrician.

This challenging position requires a licensed electrician with preferably 2 years or more related industrial/commercial experience in medium/low voltage power systems, motors and associated AC & DC drives, instrumentation and microprocessor based control systems. This position is an 8 hour work day with rotational on-call responsibilities.

To the successful candidate we provide excellent benefits with a competitive compensation package, training and advancement opportunities.

Please forward your resume to:

Or email to: humanresources@nylene.com We thank all the applicants for applying. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No agencies please.

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request.

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Horse Auction

Auction Sale

18156 Hwy. 17, Cobden, ON K0J 1K0

Saturday, May 4, 2019

Renfrew Pontiac Livestock

Lombardy Fair Grounds

Saturday, May 11, 2019

Auction 10 a.m. – Viewing 9 a.m.

EASTERN ONTARIO’S HORSE AUCTION OF CHOICE! Select consignment auction of Light horses, draft horses, ponies, mini horses, donkeys, mules, tack and horse-related equipment!

CONSIGNMENT AUCTION Tractors, farm machinery, vehicles, tools, equipment, lawn & garden items, livestock supplies and much more!

For listing and pictures see www.theauctionhunt.com Terms: Cash or Good Cheque

Auction 10 a.m. – Viewing 9 a.m.

For info or to consign contact:

Auctioneer: Jim Beere 613-326-1722

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QUAIL CREEK ENSURES RENFREW HAIRDRESSER RETIRES IN STYLE JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com Quail Creek residents bid a fond farewell recently to a woman who became an institution at the Renfrew retirement residence.

Judy Regan, who looked after many of the residents' hair for close to 30 years, retired at the end of March. In appreciation for her services and friendship, Quail Creek hosted a retirement party in her last week. As the residents gathered around, Regan was guided to a seat of honour, showered with praise, and presented with flowers, cards and a special gift from Chartwell - a scissors and comb necklace pendant.

"I love this. It's really nice, but they shouldn't have," said a modest but delighted Regan.

Noting she has been offering hairdressing services at Quail Creek since it opened, Regan said she leaves with many happy memories.

"I had the pleasure of meeting so many people here," she said, adding she was impressed by the friendliness of both residents and staff.

Regan said she'll miss her clients. And she'll miss the hairdressing too, "but it's time to retire."

Renfrew born and raised, Regan has been in the hairdressing

John Carter/Metroland Judy Regan was centre of attention at her retirement party at Quail Creek.

Among those singing the praises of the hairdresser who styled hair at the retirement residence for almost 30 years is Quail Creek office manager Kathy Humphries, left, and hairstylist Kelly Sperry, who has taken over duties in the facility's salon. business for almost 50 years.

She start styling hair out of her own home, spent two years in Ottawa, rented space from Muriel Freamo, worked in June Walker's Beauty Salon and cut hair at Groves Park Lodge for 14 years. She also went out on her own, opening Judy's Beauty Salon on Main Street where Kate's Barber Shop was later located and a tattoo studio now sits. She began with a couple of clients at Quail Creek, working in their rooms until the on-site salon was completed. Her clientele grew to the point where she was spending as many as three days a week

there. She's talked about retiring for the last few years, but until now her appreciative clients always talked her into continuing.

In the last year, she started cutting back to one or two days a week as her 'hair' apparent Kelly Sperry started providing the service.

Sperry, from Arnprior, is an experienced hairdresser who has cut hair at both Island View Suites and the Arnprior Villa. She also accepts outside clients at the salon in Quail Creek (613-558-0668).

As for Regan, "I'm really going to miss the people (at Quail Creek), but I'll keep in touch."

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Position Summary The position of skilled grader/equipment operator provides a variety of construction, maintenance, repair and emergency response services related to Township infrastructure with a focus on public safety and convenience. This position is at the Griffith Public Works location.

Rate of Pay

Qualifications • Equivalent to High School with job related courses in the operation, maintenance and construction of roads.

• One - two years experience in the maintenance of municipal public works infrastructure and operation of equipment, including trucks, backhoe and loader and other miscellaneous equipment.

• D-Z licence mandatory, A-Z preferred.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

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$20.11 to $23.31 per hour, 40 hours a week. Payment in lieu of benefits. Approximate contract term May 21 to October 25, 2019 Please forward your written cover letter and resume in confidence, by 4:00 PM on May 2, 2019 to: Township of Greater Madawaska 19 Parnell St., PO Box 180, Calabogie ON K0J 1H0 Applications also accepted by fax 613-752-2617 and email cao@greatermadawaska.com We thank all applicants and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Township of Greater Madawaska is an equal opportunity employer.

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SPRING MEANT SPECIAL WALKS HOME FROM SCHOOL WITH VELMA GIRLS LOVED AMBLING IN WATER-FILLED DITCHES, MARY COOK RECALLS MARY COOK Column

You could smell the earth after the snow had melted away. The trees were starting to bud and the sun was warm on our backs.

Ditches along the Northcote Side Road were full of water from the melted snow, running so clear you could see flattened green grass underneath.

Every school day, Velma and I couldn't wait to get to the Northcote Side Road to walk in those water-filled ditches. This meant going down the Rink Road instead of Plaunt going home, which added a good mile to our walk. But the longer walk meant longer ditches. And that's what we wanted: longer water-filled ditches.

Rarely did we go against our mothers' orders, at least not if we were within earshot or eyesight.

Their orders were "stay out of the ditches, you'll catch your death of pneumonia." We had been caught once, and ever since we had to be very, very careful not to be seen.

But coming home from school this time of year, those orders went in one ear and out the other!

Velma and I loved to walk in the water-filled ditches!

As soon as we left the Rink Road, and passed Briscoe's General Store, we went behind the cluster of cedar trees beside the Briscoe homestead, and took off our shoes and stockings. We put everything in our book bags and tucked our skirts into the elastic legs of our flour bag bloomers.

At first it was a shock when our feet hit the ice-cold water, but soon the numbness went up to our knees, and our legs turned beet-red. If we heard a car coming, and they were few and far between, we'd scurry out of the ditch and crouch down looking as if we were just peering into the

water, or we'd hurry behind a tree if one was handy.

By the time we reached the slight hill on the Northcote Side Road, just before Plaunt, the ditches were even with the road, and the water ended. It was time to end our venture. There always seemed to be a cluster of cedar trees handy. We would dry our legs as much as we could with our hankies, and with great difficulty, force on the beige ribbed stockings and shoes. We prayed our scarlet legs would be back to normal by the time we reached home.

Of course, walking in the water-filled ditches meant we didn't want anyone walking with us. So we dallied at school until everyone was headed home, or we would saunter along the road leaving behind classmates or brothers or sisters, all who were anxious to put another school day behind them.

Too soon the spring weather would dry up the ditches. Each day we could see less and less water. What was left never did get

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any warmer, however. And our legs would still be beet red when we forced our stockings back on.

We never got pneumonia, but like everyone else at the Northcote School, we did get colds and runny noses. Velma and I blamed it on our not wearing the little bag of chopped onions around our necks Mrs. Beam insisted kept us healthy. We hated them with a passion. Or we blamed it on Two Mile Herman from Junior Third who seemed to be always sniffling and rubbing his nose on the sleeve of his shirt. It was never because we had walked in the icy water filled ditches!

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

JONATHAN MULVIHILL jmulvihill@metroland.com During an April 9 Renfrew council meeting, council members agreed to support and approve requests made by Hospice Renfrew regarding Hike for Hospice.

In the letter written to the council, Hospice Renfrew requested the approval to use MaTe-Way Park's arena surface as the host site for the hike, including access to tables and chairs, water, electricity and washroom facilities.

Other requests included the use of Millennium Trail for the hike, approval to set up temporary signs on the trail, assistance with ensuring the trail has wood chip cover in muddy areas and continued sponsorship of the event.

This year's hike will take place on May 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will be held at Ma-TeWay Park.

Mary is a longtime writer with several books in print and in electronic copies. 'Mary Cook's Memories' appears as a regular column.

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Sherry Haaima/Metroland Gord Patterson shows off a team photo of the 2011 Tuesday night baseball league champs.

PLAYERS, UMPIRES NEEDED FOR RENFREW BASEBALL LEAGUE SHERRY HAAIMA sherr y.haaima@metroland.com The field lights, smell of freshly cut grass, the crack of the bat. It's time once again for Tuesday night baseball at Ma-Te-Way Park.

League convenor Gord Patterson has put out a call for both umpires and players.

Patterson, who's been playing fastball in the league for about 20 years, says one of the best things about it is the camaraderie.

"You get out there with your friends - it keeps you connected and you get a bit of exercise," he said.

The 70-year-old Blue Jays fan stressed that extensive baseball experience is not required for players, who can range in age from 16 to well, 70.

"For those who haven't played a lot, we slow down the pitching and make it more reasonable," he said. "Everybody gets to play and we make sure everyone is involved."

Former players include Richard Daber, Derek and Shawn Scheuneman, Jordan Wall, Graham Connors, Doug Letang, Calvin Guest, Mitch Forgie, and Russ Connors. Renfrew Legends, Renfrew Rebels and Arnprior Athletics are among the participating teams.

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Real Property: Location: (PIN 57120-0151) Northwest Half of Lot 17, Concession 3 save and except Part 1, Plan 49R-16353 and (PIN 57182-0014) Part Lot 20, Concession 2 as in R395795 (Parcel 5), Geographic Township of Stafford, Township of Laurentian Valley, Renfrew County.

Description: PIN 57120-0151 101 acres (no buildings) 76 acres cultivated tile (clay loam) 25 acres wood lot PIN 57182-0014 132 acres cultivated tile (clay loam).

Qualifications: Property shall be sold on a strict “as-is” basis. Offerors are responsible to conduct their own due diligence. Acreage is approximate. The highest offer or any offer may not necessarily be accepted.

Conditions: All offers must: 1. be received by the Selling Agent no later than 3 pm on May 16, 2019 2. be submitted on a prescribed form obtained from the Selling Agent 3. be accompanied by a deposit of not less than $10,000.00 (certified funds) 4. have a closing date on or before May 30, 2019 Unaccepted offer deposits will be returned. Accepted offer deposit will be forfeited if the sale is not completed on the terms and within the time specified.

Broker of Record Prime Valley Realty Ltd. Office: 613·432·9123 Mobile: 613·433·6569

PROPERTY FOR SALE The following property is offered for sale by tender under the direction of Harrison Pensa LLP (“Selling Agent”).

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Deeded private lake access with sandy beach & boat launch.

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Investment Property Brick duplex with two 2 bedroom apartments.

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New insulation & roof, newer deck, large back yard.

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Beautiful location for this custom, brick, 4bedrm home. Triple-glaze windows. New: kitchen, furnace, a/c and some flooring. Approx 3200 sq ft. Family friendly floorplan and designed for entertaining! Close to schools and shopping!

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New metal roof & natural gas furnace, main floor bathroom with laundry.

Call Mike Coulas now 61 3-432-0092 $389,900 MLS#1144126 “mikesells4u.ca ”

This home has all the amenities you’ll ever want or need and may be the last house you’ll own! 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, with an open concept floorplan featuring an elegant white mantle gas fireplace in the dining/living room. Master bedroom has a 4-piece ensuite and walk-in closet, 3rd bedroom on the lower level with a large family room, office and another 4-piece bath. 22’x22’attached garage easily fits 2 vehicles. This location sells quickly, call now!

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FARM FOR SALE at Dacre 341 Acres on Hwy 132 at the bridge WATERFRONT

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Vinyl sided bungalow, featuring new kitchen cupboards, dining room, living room, office, sun room with hot tub. 2 bedrooms, laundry room, large unfinished back room on lower level. 2 car detached garage. 376 feet of waterfront on the Bonnechere River. Beautifully manicured property on 2.629 acres. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

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A spacious bungalow lifestyle here at this address. Front verandah overlooks the Madawaska River for such a view and the interior sports 2 bedrooms and 2 baths on the first floor plus open concept living quarters.

Lower level is completely finished with 3rd bedroom, bath, family room and den/office. 2 car attached garage. Storage shed on the property – well landscaped. Call David at 613-401-2824 or Helen at 432-0058

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16501 HWY 17, COBDEN

45 CHARRON LANE, RENFREW

Total privacy, 739’ of pristine shoreline of 6 acres.Large 3 bedroom home with 2 - 4 piece bathrooms and a detached 3 bay garage. Kitchen, dining room, living room with wood fireplace and sun room.Two separate cottages; include a studio and a work shop. A sauna by the beach with a quiet bay and beautiful sunsets.

A must see! Asking $799,900 MLS# 1103022. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

1040 GARDEN OF EDEN ROAD

Brand new Hi Ranch 3 bedroom home located in an ideal country setting. Attached 2 car garage, open concept, Central Air, Large rear deck, Tarion Warranty, and close to Hwy 17 for commuters.

MLS 1126564. Call David Vincent 613-401-2824

Hobby farm with approximately 10 acres of water which flows from west to east. Brick 2 story home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

Approximately 32 acres of cleared land with about 8 acres of mixed bush. Frame barn 30’ by 90’, used for hay storage, 30’ by 30’ area with separate cattle pens under main section. Horse barn 20’ by 25’ and several sheds outside. Heated water bowls. Property makes and excellent hobby farm, the flowing water makes this property very unique.

MLS# 1134844. Asking $395,000. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

2092 WABA RD., WABA

A 3 bedroom bungalow on an acre + lot in the country. Large living, dining and newer kitchen (all open concept) with access to the large rear deck. Fireplace in the living room, full basement and double car garage.

Call Helen to view at 432-0058

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12 BRYDGES RD - SPRINGTOWN

321 BARR ST

Asking $249,900 for this immaculate & centrally located three bedroom family home.

Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

31 STONE ROAD

Brand new bungalow with 1 1/2 car attached garage, located approximately 5 km from Renfrew. Almost 6 acres of property. Open concept kitchen. Living room has large windows. 3 large bedrooms.

Full unfinished basement with plumbing for a 4 piece bathroom. Deck.

Asking $425,000.MLS# 1140646. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

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30 SHORT RD

A stunning 3 bedroom bungalow with all the “bells and whistles”.

Shows beautifully! Spacious living room with gas fireplace, kitchen and dining area, ceramic and hardwood, 2 baths – one is an ensuite.

Lower level is completely finished with a 4th bedroom or office plus laundry facilities and large family room plus 3rd bathroom. A rear patio is very inviting. Attached garage and paved drive.

Call Helen at 432-0058

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A wonderful home located in a wonderful location. Many updates completed in last few years. Open concept living with both levels completely finished. New decks on front and rear and landscaped yard. Shows beautifully. Your Host: David Vincent 613-401-2824. MLS #1144811.

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330 Plaunt Street South, RenfRew Ontario K7V 1n3 613-432-7562

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FORESTVIEW CRESCENT Under construction and moving forward quickly! 3 bedroom custom built bungalow with all the bells and whistles!!!! Outstanding floor plan and complete ICF construction. 2 baths, deck, gas heat, central air on spacious lot. Call Helen for details at 432-0058

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Approximately 1500 sq ft Bungalow, open concept at present time.

New kitchen cupboards. Bedroom also being installed. Quality built home with front porch and a steel roof. Two 2pc bathrooms.

Drilled well, and septic. 2.6 acres, lot is 60% treed. Double entrance driveway. One of a kind. Asking $230,000. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133

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hUNTeR GaTe sUBDIVIsION 314, 316, 318, 320,322 Forestview Crescent Come and view these brand new garden homes at your leisure!

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JUST LOCATED ON THE MADAWASkA RIVER AT SPRINGTOWN HAMLET If you desire acreage on the Madawaska River you have it all here!

3 acre parcel for sale and 4 acre parcel for sale with lots of frontage on the mighty Madawaska – check out the MLS listings to see the survey of each parcel. Call Helen at 613-432-0058 or David at 613-401-2824

HURDS LAkE ACREAGE

Rare Find !! 85 Acres at Hurds Lake including a private bay for waterfront with hydro and bell at the lot. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

1670 HWY 132

Only minutes from town & paved to your door,spacious four bedroom stone bungalow with finished basement and 3 ½ baths on 13 acres of land, attached garage, large detached workshop.View online as well. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

YOUR HOST: HeLen VincenT 613-432-0058

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