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The Demolition Derby at the Renfrew Fair was its usual smash hit. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Page 29 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;

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These four little pigs run into the clubhouse turn at Ken Jenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Racing Pig Show at the Renfrew Fair last Sunday. See more fair photos throughout this issue of the Mercury.

Catherine Gallagher of Admaston-Bromley was the shining star while honoured with a diamond jubilee medal. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Page 6 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;

Sawyer Visneskie, 2, of La Passe enjoyed this Nemo Ride during a visit to the Renfrew Fair with his Renfrew grandparents, Doug and Betty Visneskie.

Rain a big factor at 2012 edition of Renfrew Fair and Saturday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well, itĘźs been eight years since we had rain, so I guess it was due. We did need the rain. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had a fantastic day Sunday,â&#x20AC;? Dobec added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The midway was packed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But it wasnĘźt enough to make up for (the rain) Friday night and Saturday. At least we had something (Sunday). It was sunny.â&#x20AC;?

The midway opened an hour earlier and stayed open two hours later on Sunday, the fair manager added.

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You can do everything right to prepare, but nothing short of building a roof over your event site can save you if Mother Nature wakes up from her summer slumber.

ThatĘźs how the Renfrew Fair will be remembered in 2012. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I canĘźt say what IĘźm thinking,â&#x20AC;? said fair manager Judy Dobec while recalling the weather Friday night

â&#x20AC;&#x153;All our grandstand shows went as planned. Of course, the crowds werenĘźt there (on the weekend).

But the crowds were there for the 18th demolition derby Wednesday and With The Beatles on Thursday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Beatles, they were fantastic. They got the crowd involved,â&#x20AC;? Dobec said.

Weather aside, itĘźs time to look ahead to 2013.

As Dobec said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;ItĘźs time to start for next year. ItĘźs year-long planning.â&#x20AC;?

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Renfrew Victoria Hospital in the mood for expansion end of Raglan Street North to realize some of those expansion plans.

This purchase would enable the hospital to realize longer-term expansion plans that include the building of an operating room where the gazebo and drive-in entrance to the hospital are now located.

Asked by Coun. Gail Cole if the purchase would include the underground infrastructure, CEO Penney said the hospital would look for direction from council and staff during negotiations.

However, that plan could not be realized under current circumstances because of setback limitations.

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Eganville Olympian Melissa Bishop answers questions during a reception held in her honour. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Page 32â&#x20AC;&#x201C;

Last week Renfrew Victoria Hospital purchased the ďŹ fth and ďŹ nal residential property needed to provide parking space for its yet-to-be-built two-storey dialysis unit on the Highway 17 side of the hospital.

But expansion plans on the Highway 60 side are also in the works, as hospital board chair Andy Boldt and RVH chief executive ofďŹ cer Randy Penney told Renfrew council Monday night.

Their presentation included indications the hospital needs to purchase about 100 metres of the upper

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If the road became part of the hospitalĘźs overall parking zone, that portion of Raglan Street would cease to be an impediment regarding construction plans for the operating room and other expansion.

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Rain, really Continued from front page

Among the draws held during the annual fair was the Renfrew Lions Clubʼs $3,000 draw 5 p.m. Sunday. Becoming that much richer was Stacey Johnston.

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the annual parish supper in Mount. St. Patrick Sept. 30.

The Renfrew Woodland Metis Aboriginal Association held its three draws Sunday.

Shirley St. Michael won first prize of a combined propane and charcoal barbecue.

Second prize of a gas generation went to Eileen Geddes.

James Utronki won the Coleman stove and oven.

All above winners are from Renfrew.

Market lamb grand champion Jordan Schoefeldt, 15, and Road Hammer of Meadowview Farm (Rankin) take a winning pose after winning the market lamb class.

Connor Rennie, Kyra Ann Rennie (centre) and Edey Lambert take in the ponies at the 2012 Renfrew Fair.

Colin Edwards (46) of Cobden and Scott Schoenfeldt of Rankin enjoy the crowd’s interest as they keep tabs on their pigs during judging at the Junior Hog Show. In this market class, Edwards emerged first, to claim the title of grand Mickerra McLaughlin-Shepherd of Haley Station spruces champion. Kinburn judge Bruce Hudson awarded second to Brittany McFarlane of Haley Station and third place to up Button before competing. They emerged third in the Schoenfeldt. Winners in the ensuing 4-H Achievement Show were Kelsey Edwards of Cobden for novice showmanship, showmanship class of the 4H Inter-club Sheep Show.

Carson Edwards of Cobden for conformation, and Jamie Schultz of Douglas for junior showmanship.

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Renfrew Victoria Hospital CEO Randy Penney (left) addresses Renfrew council Monday about present and possible expansion activities for the hospital. They include a gated system at the upper end of Raglan Street North (above).

Expansion: nephrology centre and gated parking system Continued from front page

If it gains possession of the high end of Raglan Street North, RVH would create a single entrance there to the parking area, with cars also entering and exiting on Albert Street, near Hospice Renfrew.

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There would also be a second new parking lot, at the Highway 17 side of the hospital, on the residential property that the hospital has purchased from local residents.

The current parking lot, located next to the emergency department, will be the site of the new nephrology centre (aka dialysis unit).

The parking lot for the centre will be built once the RVH-purchased residences are demolished on Grigg and Moore streets. The lot would also have its own gated entrance on Grigg Street.

RVHʼs current parking scheme is proving far too costly to manage. “Itʼs been a nightmare, is the only way to describe it,” said the CEO. But thatʼs only part of the thinking behind the easier access to the large parking zone.

Reasons cited are changes in the nephrology (dialysis) program, easier access to the hospital surgical services, easier and clearer parking for the aging population, and the publicʼs call for gated parking.

The main entrance would also be established on Raglan North, just past the entrance to the emergency department and just after the entrance to Groves Park Lodge Nominal fees will also remain in place for parking, said Penney.

If the requested portion of Raglan North becomes property of the hospital, Penney says the town would retain full easement access for any

and all municipal services.

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Penney also updated council on the forthcoming construction of the nephrology centre. RVH, he pointed out, is home to by far the smallest of Ontarioʼs 21 regional dialysis centres, but a centre thatʼs going to get much bigger with the expansion.

Established with about four patients in 1993, RVHʼs nephrology program has since expanded to contain 14 stations for 76 patients at the Renfrew hospital, six stations for nine patients at St. Francis Memorial Hospital in Barryʼs Bay and six stations for 36 patients at the Pembroke Regional Hospital.

The program has also grown from 1,000 treatments in 1993 to 6,600 in 2001.

Treatment numbers surpassed 16,000 in 2008 and have re-

to permit treatment of fallbacks, or patients from other locations.

The current dialysis unit is adequate but by no means meets current standards, said Penney. Space in the unit is also several compromised, he added.

The new nephrology centre will allow the dialysis unit to expand to 20 stations.

Construction could start as soon as the spring of 2013.

Expansion will also provide for peritoneal dialysis train-

mained over 16,000 since then, with expectations that those numbers will climb following the building of the new, two-storey nephrology centre.

The new centre is being made possible through a $12 million grant from the Ministry of Health and Long-term Care.

And itʼs badly needed, said Penney, pointing out that the hospitalʼs acute-care be occupancy is over 100 per cent.

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The nephrology centre will be 16,000 square feet, or RVHʼs largest-ever expansion, compared to 13,000 square feet when the emergency/ambulatory care unit was added in 2001.

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Summerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s End Car Show: Show, shine and swap for dads Steve Newman steve.newman@metroland.com

The eighth annual SummerĘźs End Car Show and Swap Meet for Dad could be bigger and better than ever.

At least, thatĘźs been the history of the event, coordinated by Renfrew resident Ray Beimers and staged at the Renfrew fairgrounds.

The number of showing cars has continued to climb each year, from about 35 in the inaugural show of 2005 to a record 227 last year.

HeĘźs hoping that number climbs a little higher with the Saturday, Sept. 15 show. It runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Each year, Beimers has tried to add a new twist while maintaining the same cause â&#x20AC;&#x201C;

proceeds to the Canadian Cancer Society for prostate cancer research. HeĘźs no stranger to the disease either. His wife beat cancer, while BeimersĘź own dad didnĘźt. Bill Beimers lost his battle to prostate cancer in 1995.

Over the showĘźs ďŹ rst seven shows, more than $12,000 has been raised for prostate cancer research. But research isnĘźt the only answer.

Early detection is another, said Beimers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The obvious thing is for men to get their prostate exam done,â&#x20AC;? said Beimers when talking about his objectives for the annual car show. â&#x20AC;&#x153;ItĘźs more about awareness and the need to look after their health, so there is early detection of any cancer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And,â&#x20AC;? Beimers added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;the showĘźs just a good excuse to get everyone out to see some

really cool cars, and hopefully some trucks.â&#x20AC;?

This year, heĘźs adding a Big Rigs Show and Shine class, or highway tractors without their trailers.

There will also be a remote control car display, with opportunities for the public to run the cars through the pavement parking lot beside the Renfrew Armouries.

ThereĘźs no admission charge to attend the show, while each participating owner of a classic or modern car or truck pays a $5 entrance fee. However, donations are welcomed.

Rain or shine, the show will go ahead Saturday.

For more details, email renfrewcarshowfordad@gmail.com or call 613-432-0705.

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OVGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest employee, estimator Lindsay Martin, is flanked by local MP Cheryl Gallant and OVG Inc. president Shawn McHale. Gallant was in Renfrew recently to announce that the Eastern Ontario Development Program has provided $38,962 for job and training initiatives at the Renfrew company. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In these tough economic times, any help we can get is appreciated,â&#x20AC;? said McHale. The money is being used for training on new computer software, other skills training, and to pay portions of the salaries for two new staff positions. The Renfrew company specializes in commercial and residential windows and doors, and solar panels and systems. Martinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s job increases the estimating division to four employees. A new drafting position will increase the number of drafting division employees to three. OVGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entire workforce is about 100. The EODP funds, said Gallant, are all about creating jobs, growth and future prosperity in the area.

M&M promotes family meal togetherness M&M Meat Shops is once again stepping up to the plate and encouraging Canadians to enjoy the tradition of the family dinner.

This yearĘźs National Family Dinner Night is Thursday, Sept. 20.

CanadiansĘź lives have never been busier, so setting aside quality time for family is a challenge. However, the importance of family dinners reaches far beyond simply sharing a meal together.

Gathering together around the dinner table presents a valuable opportunity to interact, strengthen relationships and afďŹ rm the value of each family member.

M&M Meat ShopsĘź National Family Dinner Night has been bringing Canadian families closer together for the past seven years by recognizing the importance of sharing a meal with family and friends.

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Residents of the Township of Whitewater Region Mobile Hazardous Waste Event The Township of Whitewater Region will be conducting a mobile household hazardous waste disposal event for its residents on Saturday, September 15th, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1:00 p.m.

The one day event will take place at the Municipal Public Works Garage, located at 2271 Mineview Road, Cobden.

For further information, contact: Steven Hodson, Environmental Services Manager (613) 646-7971 or (613) 635-1517 Please join the Council and Staff of Whitewater Region For a Meet and Greet For Dean Sauriol, CAO/Clerk On Wednesday September 19, 2012 at the Municipal OfďŹ ce, 44 Main Street, Cobden From 4:00 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6:00 p.m.

Township of Whitewater Region Environmental Services Department Ross LandďŹ ll Site â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Stage II Development Public Meeting You are invited to attend a Public Meeting on Stage II of the Ross LandďŹ ll Site. Township staff and Council will be on-hand to describe this next Phase of landďŹ ll development.

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Ottawa-area farmers will get some relief in the form of a concert this Sunday in Ottawa.

The Ottawa Stadium Group is hosting a big-name country music concert with proceeds going to local drought-stricken farmers.

The outdoor concert will be held in the baseball stadium at 300 Coventry Rd. The event will feature some of CanadaĘźs best in country music. Canadian artists Paul Brant, Emerson Drive, Michelle Wright, Jason Blame, Ambush and Gall Gavan will take the stage to beneďŹ t Ottawa area farmers struggling following the unusually dry 2012 summer. Additional acts will be announced closer to the event date.

The proďŹ ts will beneďŹ t local farmers purchasing seed for their 2013 crop, in hopes of alleviating some of the burden of the recent extreme weather, as well as assist livestock farmers saddled with the inďŹ&#x201A;ated feed prices. All proceeds will be given directly to the Federation of Agriculture to be disbursed through the Mennonite Disaster Service.

The music lasts from 1 p.m. late into the evening. Ticket details, 613-749-2020 or visit farmaidottawa.com.

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Under the provincial legislation, the municipality must test the drinking water for lead at 40 private residences, 4 non-private residences, between June 15, 2012 and October 15, 2012.

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Piper Jim Savage of the Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums leads Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal recipient Catherine Gallagher into the Admaston-Bromley council chambers. years,” said Milosek. “Sheʼs a person who has taught me a lot about being a good kind person and to be on the lookout for those who need a hand.”

Gallagher raised seven children, born over 10 years, said Milosek.

“She just has always been a source of inspiration to all of us,” she said. “When she thought something was right, she fought for it Mayor Briscoe says that when one takes a measure between Gallagherʼs age and Queen Elizabeth, the former would have been about 10 years of age when the queen was born.

“They have shared together all of the events for nearly nine decades,” said Briscoe. “Together these two ladies have watched our world evolve.”

The women have lived through hard times, including two world wars, the great depression and recessions, and good times, including remarkable achievements in transportation, communication, medicine, education and

womenʼs rights.

There was one diamond jubilee medal provided per community, explained Briscoe.

“I can tell you honestly that our council and staff, without hardly hesitation, unanimously recommended yourself as our recipient,” Briscoe told Gallagher. “Youʼre a perfect fit for that medal.”

The mayor said that Gallagher has lived her life based on the three main principles on which the queen lives – duty, family and community.

She presented and pinned Gallagher with the medal and provided a framed certificate, signed by Governor General David Johnston.

Gallagher thanked all those in attendance and her family and friends and the community for the honour.

“Iʼm grateful to my family, theyʼve been all very good to me,”she said.

Gallagher recalled that her first car ride ever was in a Model T Ford when she had to be taken to hospital when her hand was injured as a child, so

being chauffered to the event in a Model A was a special treat.

She had words of wisdom for those gathered.

“Thereʼs a lot of things happen to you over the years and they seem not very big things but theyʼre wonderful things to remember,” she said.

“Your book of memories is one of the most precious things you will have.”

Youʼd be surprised, upon reflection, what was important, she said.

“Sometimes you think ʻOh you had a lot of ups and downs,ʼ but itʼs not the downs you remember most, itʼs the ups and all the simple things that made you so happy and so proud.”

A simple reflection each morning helps her face each day, said Gallagher.

“I say to the Lord every morning: ʻLord, help me to remember that nothing is going to happen to me today that you and I canʼt handleʼ and I think thatʼs good advice to give to you, too.”

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EMC lifestyle – Inspirational. There were many words bandied about as AdmastonBromley resident Catherine Gallagher received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal Sept. 1 at a special ceremony and tea party, but inspirational was one word that came up time and time again.

“In every community, in everyoneʼs life, everybodyʼs family, there are seminal moments, just moments you mark and youʼre never going to forget,” said Mayor Raye-Anne Briscoe. “Well this is one for our community.”

Family, friends, council, staff and community members turned out in large numbers to pay tribute to the 96-year-old Gallagher, who was driven to the event in a Model A Ford, led by Pipe Major Jim Savage of the Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums.

Gallagher has worn many hats, said Briscoe, including farmwife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and has been an active member of St. Michaelʼs Catholic Church and the Catholic Womenʼs League.

She was also a founding member of the Douglas seniors group and co-founded the Eganville Seniors Group and was active in the diabetes association and cancer research groups, and with the St. Josephʼs Parents Foundation.

Rev. Brady Macnamara was among those on hand to honour Gallagher.

“She has been and continues to be a stalwart community member,” he said.

“She has contributed in many, many ways to the community, to her town of Douglas, to her church.”

He thanked her for sharing her gifts and talent.

Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski led those gathered in the singing of God Save the Queen and paid tribute to Gallagher, who he described as a true role model for the community.

“There are so many words that can be used to describe Catherine,” said Yakabuski.

Selfless, witty, determined, kind, gregarious and at the same time humble are all fitting descriptors, he said, but the word he chose to focus on was ʻinspirationalʼ.

He continues to be impressed with Gallagher, known for her sharp wit and active lifestyle, even having taught Tai Chi into her nineties.

“When we can look at a person in our community and see them as a role model – that is something that is truly a gift that Catherine gives all of us in this community,” said Yakabuski. “Itʼs a fitting and appropriate event today to be bestowing Catherine with this particular honour that is reserved for those who are completely worthy of it.”

Gallagherʼs daughter, Ellen Milosek, spoke on behalf of the Gallagher family, and thanked everyone for coming to honour her mother.

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Children victims of government and teachers brinkmanship Please, wonʼt someone think of the children?

Ontarioʼs government and teachersʼ unions donʼt seem to be.

The cash-strapped Ontario government and several of the provinceʼs teachers unions are embroiled in a battle over proposed legislation to force a wage freeze on elementary and high school teachers.

The unions say they are willing to accept a wage freeze, but call the governmentʼs bill unconstitutional and a violation of workersʼ rights.

The bill, titled Putting Students First, also calls for teachers to take a 1.5 per cent pay cut in the form of three unpaid profes-

sional development days and elimination of banked sick days.

Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty insists these measures are necessary to maintain jobs and continue to roll out the full-day kindergarten program across Ontario.

Meanwhile, a growing number of teachers, angry over what they call heavy-handed legislation, are threatening to withdraw voluntary services, such as coaching teams and directing plays after school.

The media also has reports of teachers who are considering removing class educational materials they have purchased out of their own pocket.

Both the government and the teachers say they are fighting

for studentsʼ education.

We beg to differ.

The Ontario governmentʼs bill was created to balance the books — and preserve Dalton McGuintyʼs legacy as the ʻeducation premierʼ.

The teachers are simply trying to preserve their collective bargaining rights.

But the kids are getting caught in the middle.

If teachers individually choose not to volunteer after school, that could mean fewer extra-curricular activities available for students.

See BRINKMANSHIP, page 7

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Great things happen when groups work together and came together for the combined benefit of the community. By working together to create a world-class Blues & Ribfest, the partnership has raised Calabogieʼs prominence and popularity more than was ever imagined. Great things happen when groups work together.

Our challenge now is to prepare appropriately for the influx of next yearʼs guests, creating a welcoming environment that will showcase the township and its businesses as a place to visit, stay and invest.

We thank Celebrate Ontario, The Township of Greater Madawaska and our community sponsors for getting behind the festival and creating new tourism opportunities in our area.

To the editor: Something unique just happened in Calabogie. The second annual Calabogie Blues & Ribfest burst onto the scene as a leading Ontario festival.

Over 14,000 visitors enjoyed three days of outstanding blues music and award-winning rib fest fare.

The excitement for the event was heightened with spectacular fireworks on Saturday evening and a vendors village filled with lots of local artisans and businesses. The large attendance and the crowdʼs enthusiasm point towards this festival as a new signature event for Calabogie and the surrounding area.

The success of the festival is the result of a unique public – private partnership between the Province of Ontario, the Township of Greater Madawaska and community sponsors who understood the opportunity, embraced it with us

Paul Murphy, president Calabogie Peaks Resort Ed Torres, president 101.9 DAWG FM radio

Ain’t broke, please don’t fix it To the editor: I always enjoyed a visit to the Renfrew Farmersʼ Market, situated as it was beside the library. I could change by books, browse the stalls, chat to friends and finish up in Metro grocery store. I was there almost every Saturday during the summer months.

Not so this year, due to its new location. I need a taxi to take me to the fairgrounds, and when I get there it is harder to work from stall to stall because of the uneven ground.

After shopping, a second taxi is needed to take me to Metro or the library or wherever.

Funnily enough, none of the stall-holders seemed to be unduly busy.

I would really like to know whose bright idea it was to move the location from what seemed to me to be a busy, friendly and thriving place to obtain the best of local produce.

If it ainʼt broke, donʼt fix it.

Christina Edgar Renfrew

Plenty to do and see at the plowing match To the editor I want to take this opportunity to invite everyone to the 2012 Renfrew County Plowing Match being held Saturday, Sept. 15 at the Smith Farm, located at 462 Marjorie Road, just off of Foresters Falls Road in Cobden. This yearʼs event

is very special because the organizers have developed a program that is geared towards children and farm families. Not only will you be met with the traditional aspects of farming, but there will be lots of music, childrenʼs activities and performers, and there are plenty of

Editorial Policy 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 online at www.yourottawaregion. com. To submit a letter to the editor, please email lucy.hass@metroland.com, fax to 613-432-6689 or mail to The Renfrew Mercury, 35 Opeongo Road, K7V 4A8.

food vendors on site.

This year has been particularly tough for our local farmers because of the severe drought conditions.

Despite this challenge, our farming community has pulled together to get through this challenging year.

So why not come out to the plowing match and show your support for our local farmers.

Admission for children under 15 is free, while adults pay $7.

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Is the Terry Fox Run still worth participating in or has it run its course?

Should municipal taxpayers help establish dog parks in Arnprior and Renfrew?

A) Cancer rates are still on the rise, so it’s more important than ever to raise funds for cancer research and keep the memory of Terry Fox’s sacrifice alive.

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B) It’s time to come up with a fresh new way to honour Fox’s memory to draw new people in to help.

C) Keep it going, but increase the emphasis on celebrating cancer survival and participating in a fun, healthy community gettogether and don’t worry so much about raising money.

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Keep Terry’s dream alive, but rethink where the money is going and make sure it isn’t benefitting the large pharmaceuticals.

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A) Yes, it’s important to have a place in town where dog owners can let their pets get a good run off the leash

B) No, dog parks are not a good idea, as most owners can’t guarantee their dogs will behave at all times when free to play with other dogs. Dogs should be kept on the leash at all times when not in a fenced-in enclosure.

C) Municipal government should help encourage local pet owner groups to set up dog parks, but there are more important matters to spend tax money on.

D) If townspeople want to give their dogs a good run, they should take them out in the country.

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Door shuts quickly on Ontario Renovates 2012 applications Steve Newman steve.newman@metroland.com

Due to overwhelming public response, Renfrew County Housing Corporation is no longer accepting 2012 applications to the new Ontario Renovates program for seniors and disabled citizens.

The program was only announced Aug. 14, but by early September no more applications were being accepted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As of September 4, we had 544 enquiries on this program,â&#x20AC;? said David Anderson, director of social services in Renfrew County.

Based on 102 completed applications this year, Anderson anticipated the 2012 program would result in funding for about 60 to 70 applicants in Renfrew County.

The program is based on a ďŹ rst-some, ďŹ rstserved basis for completed applications. â&#x20AC;&#x153;WeĘźve had incredible reaction to this program. We are very pleased,â&#x20AC;? said Anderson, noting Renfrew County in social services ofďŹ cials are scheduled to meet Wednesday (Sept. 12) with Janet Hope.

DISCUSSIONS WITH MINISTRY

SheĘźs the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing assistant deputy minister. They will discuss various issues, including the possibility of receiving additional funding for the Ontario Renovates program in 2013 and 2014.

To qualify for the program, there was a formal application process administered through Renfrew County Housing Corporation.

Funding is provided in the form of a 10year, interest free forgivable loan to homeowners, based on the cost of approved work items up to $10,000.

The loans are intended to help home own-

ers improve the energy efďŹ ciency and/or accessibility of their living unit. Funding for accessibility repairs made to a home and/or unit up to a maximum of $3,500 was in the form of a grant that does not require repayment.

Applicants must have a total household income of $71,100 or less, including all sources of income. Also, the market value of the applicantĘźs sole and principle residence must be below $216,831. And the property must be located within Renfrew County. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The thing that really surprises is just the demand,â&#x20AC;? said Anderson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;ThereĘźs a need, a huge need. People want to stay in their homes.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;NO SURPRISEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Greater Madawaska Mayor Peter Emon, who chairs the countyĘźs social services committee, said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;ItĘźs no surprise thereĘźs more need than money, given we have an older population and the desire for people to stay in their homes as long as possible.â&#x20AC;?

In a news release, Renfrew County Housing Corporation Carol Neill said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is encouraging to know that some of our most vulnerable residents were able to access this program in order to improve their home and improve their quality of life.â&#x20AC;?

Ontario Renovates provides ďŹ nancial assistance to homeowners through a forgivable loan to repair their home to acceptable standards while improving the energy efďŹ ciency and/or increasing accessibility of their unit.

The province allocates the Ontario Renovates money to service managers across the province. For Renfrew County, the amount is scheduled to be $214,240 this year. The respective amounts for 2013 and 2013 are $214,624 and $93,206, but subject to change.

So much for equalization Steve Newman steve.newman@metroland.com

Admaston-Bromley Mayor Raye-Anne Briscoe says Ontario really has become a have-not province, as far as federal equalization payments are concerned, but thereĘźs precious little media coverage about it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The word equalization is an absolute misnomer,â&#x20AC;? said the mayor during the Sept. 6 meeting of Admaston-Bromley council.

She spent a few minutes talking about the insertion in the council agenda of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario guest columnist Matthew Mendelsohn. He is director of the Mowat Centre and the University of TorontoĘźs School of Public Policy and Governance.

His column was entitled Fiscal Federalism: Why Municipal Leaders Should Care.

As much as Ontario residents might think their provinceĘźs economy might be doing just ďŹ ne, February 2012Ęźs report to the Ontario government by economist Don Drummond said otherwise.

It was DrummondĘźs chapter on intergovernmental relations, said Mendelsohn, that â&#x20AC;&#x153;provides devastating, evidence-based conďŹ rmation that a good portion of the blame for OntarioĘźs ďŹ scal woes is on

the steps of the federal government.â&#x20AC;?

For example, Drummond points out that in 2009-10, that Ontario, with 39 per cent of the Canadian population, contributed 39 per cent to federal revenues, but beneďŹ tted from only 34 per cent of federal spending. That gap is worth about $12.3 billion, or 2.1 per cent of OntarioĘźs Gross Domestic Product.

Drummond, a former TD Bank economist, said most Ontario ministries face steep cuts, by as much as 30 per cent, to rectify the situation.

As Premier McGuinty responded, after DrummondĘźs report was released, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ontarians understand that these are serious times â&#x20AC;Ś We canĘźt wish ourselves out of this.â&#x20AC;?

As Drummond said the Ontario Liberal government has to curtail spending with the kind of cuts not seen since the years of Conservative Premier Mike Harris. Without the belttightening, the province will face a $30-billion deďŹ cit by 2017-18, said Drummond.

Those comments were supported in MendelsohnĘźs guest column.

While Ontario has the largest deďŹ cit in the country, Mehelsohn said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is not because of higher-than-average spending. In fact, Ontario spends less per capita than any other province.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;He noted Ontario spends $9,030, compared to $9,689 in B.C., while the biggest spenders are Newfoundland and Labrador, at $13,466, and Saskatchewan, at $11,848.

Ironically, Mendelsohn pointed out that those high spenders continued to be â&#x20AC;&#x153;signiďŹ cant beneďŹ ciaries of federal spendingâ&#x20AC;? despite â&#x20AC;&#x153;surging resource royalties and above-average ďŹ scal capacity.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;TELLING PARTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

One of the most telling parts of the column, said Briscoe, was that federal government transfers â&#x20AC;&#x153;continue to redistribute money away from Ontario, rather than toward it â&#x20AC;Ś Ontario taxpayers continue to spend way more on equalization than they get back.â&#x20AC;?

Mendelsohn, a former Ontario deputy minister, said Ontario faces a steep climb out of its ďŹ scal hole, but that â&#x20AC;&#x153;municipalities in Ontario will have to carry a larger burden than in other provinces.â&#x20AC;?

Consequently, concluded Mendelsohn, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Municipal leaders, often the most trusted and credible public ofďŹ cials in their communities, have to put the case to their federal counterparts.

The federal government may be ready to act â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but they may need a little prodding at the local level ďŹ rst.â&#x20AC;?

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OPP not at fault for chase-ending crash, says SIU Ontarioʼs Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has concluded there are no reasonable grounds to charge two OPP officers in relation to a high-speed chase May 22 that began in Arnprior and ended near Petawawa.

In a news release Aug. 23, SIU director Ian Scott concludes the two Upper Ottawa Valley detachment officers do not have any criminal liability for the injuries caused when the car driven by 26-yearold fugitive Shadi Al-Akbari slammed into a vehicle driven by 29-year-old Neil Clarence Blain.

The SIU assigned four investigators, two forensic investigators and a collision reconstructionist to probe the circumstances of the incident.

Neither subject officer provided his notes nor submitted to an SIU interview, as is their legal right.

stationary Volkswagen Jetta driven by Blain. The reconstructionist concluded that the RAV 4ʼs speed was at least 122 km/hr five seconds before impact.

• Blain sustained serious injuries including a fractured hip, ankle and knee, as well as three upper leg fractures and a concussion. The extent of Al-Akbariʼs injuries is unknown because he declined to provide the SIU with a signed medical release form.

“In my view, the first subject officer was in compliance with the suspect apprehension regulation to the Police Ser-

Seven witness officers and 22 civilian witnesses were interviewed.

The SIU investigation found that the following events took place on Tuesday, May 22: • In the late afternoon hours, an officer with the Arnprior OPP Detachment saw a brown Toyota RAV 4, later determined to be driven by AlAkbari, speeding westbound on Highway 17. The officer had received previous information that the driver had stolen gasoline and food from a convenience store in Arnprior.

The officer initiated a suspect apprehension pursuit after AlAkbari attempted to elude apprehension.

When the officer attempted to pull alongside him, he responded by swerving into the path of the cruiser.

• The pursuit was called off.

• Once Al-Akbari had gone through Cobden, another pursuit took place, this time with two police vehicles – one being driven by one of the subject officers, and another being driven by a witness officer.

• This pursuit was terminated at Hwy. 17 and Paquette Road in the Petawawa area.

The RAV 4 continued westbound on Hwy. 17 at a high rate of speed.

• Meanwhile, the second subject officer deployed a spike belt at the east side of the Canadian Pacific Railway overpass near Petawawa. The eastbound lane of the overpass was closed and under construction, resulting in shared-use of the westbound lane by both east- and west-bound traffic.

Access to the remaining one lane of the overpass was controlled by traffic signals that had been installed at both ends.

At the time of this incident, the traffic signals were red for traffic traveling eastbound, thus causing a line of cars to back up in that lane. The westbound lane was clear.

• At about 5:30 p.m., the RAV 4 passed over the spike belt at a high rate of speed, continued on the overpass, and on exiting the west end, veered into the eastbound lane, causing a head-on collision with a

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vices Act,” said Scott.

“He had the authority to pursue the suspect vehicle after receiving information that the driver had committed a criminal offence and refused to stop after being directed to do so.

“The officer discontinued his pursuit when it appeared that it was too dangerous to continue.

“There is no evidence that Mr. Al-Akbariʼs vehicle came into contact with any police vehicle or that any officer drove in a dangerous manner.”

Scott continued that “with

respect to the deployment of the spike belt, the OPP Traffic Enforcement Orders permit its use in these circumstances.

The subject officer received permission to use the spike belt from the sergeant in charge of the Provincial Communications Centre.

‘SERIOUS THREAT TO PUBLIC SAFETY’

“Its deployment in my view could not be considered to be criminally negligent because Mr. Al-Akbari was driving his vehicle in a very dangerous manner shortly before the

collision, appeared to have no intention of stopping, and represented a serious threat to public safety.

“Further, while I do not have the benefit of a statement from the subject officer who deployed the spike belt, I infer that he placed the belt at the east side of the overpass to take advantage of the concrete barrier which, so the subject officer may have thought, would safely direct Mr. AlAkbariʼs vehicle away from oncoming traffic.

Also, the fact that he could place the spike belt across the roadway meant that Mr. Al-

Akbari could not avoid it by changing lanes.

“In my view, the deployment of the spike belt at this location was a reasonable decision. Tragically, a major vehicle collision followed causing life-threatening injuries to Mr. Blain.

“All in all, I am of the view that Mr. Al-Akbari was largely the author of his own misfortune in causing this devastating collision.

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Poster winners These are Renfrew-area winners in the annual Renfrew County Dental Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s poster contest. Renfrew dentist Dr. Janice King is joined, from left, by top-three finishers Ebonie Kauffeldt, Griffith, first place Grades 5-6, patient of Dr. King; Sebastian Baum, Burnstown, second place Grades 7-8, patient of Dr. Brian Boese; and Grace Geymonat, Renfrew, third place Grades 5-6, patient of Dr. Diana Atanasiu. Another local winner was Dayna Schaly of Burnstown, a patient of Dr. Al McDonald and second-place finisher in the Grades 5-6 division. There were more than 100 poster submissions during Aprilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oral Health Month contest. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It gets all the kids involved, from kindergarten to Grade 8, and we get to see their great art work,â&#x20AC;? said Dr. King. The top-three finishers received cash prizes as high as $125.

First Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s walk raises $7,800 Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

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Organizers were more than thrilled with the response to RenfrewĘźs ďŹ rst ParkinsonĘźs Society Ottawa SuperWalk at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre Sunday morning. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For a ďŹ rst-time event, it went pretty well. We raised $7,800. IĘźm quite pleased with how it went,â&#x20AC;? said Alan Muir, special events and community engagement manager of ParkinsonĘźs Society Ottawa. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had about 60 people, including 33 registered walkers. We got a lot of really nice feedback and people are looking forward to next year.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Compared to the weather we had the day before, it was really good.â&#x20AC;?

The rain Saturday forced Ottawa to postpone its ParkinsonĘźs walk. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the ďŹ rst-ever ParkinsonĘźs SuperWalk in Renfrew. IĘźm thrilled to see all of you and some of your fourlegged friends,â&#x20AC;? Muir said to participants before the walk began.

Muir said ParkinsonĘźs walks happen in about 95 places in Canada on the same weekend. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Each of you here is helping to make a difference in the life of someone with ParkinsonĘźs.â&#x20AC;?

The walk made its way from Ma-Te-Way down the Millennium Trail to Barnet Boulevard and back, a distance of 7.2 kilometres, but Muir said, itĘźs not about the distance, but

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Members of the Edwards family were out in support of the Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s SuperWalk Sunday. In front is Hugh Edwards, flanked, from left, by son Terry, granddaughter Lindsay, son Scott and daughter-in-law Cheryl. participating.

He thanked Donna McWhirter for leading the staff of volunteers, and Miss Teen Ontario East Grace Stewart, who with her mom Janice, ran a table selling T-shirts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had 15 to 20 volunteers. This event wouldnĘźt happen without them,â&#x20AC;? Muir said.

Since 1990, Parkinson SuperWalk has raised $22.8 million to fund vital research, education, support and advocacy on behalf of the more than 100,000 Canadians with ParkinsonĘźs disease and their 400,000 family, friends and caregivers. Parkinson SuperWalks raised $2.79 million in 2011.

Looking for laughter? Try LAFT Players of Renfrew The LAFT Players of Renfrew are seeking actors to contribute to their November production of the zany comedy, Beside Yourself.

Auditions start Sunday, Sept. 16 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Renfrew Recreation Centre; also Sept. 18, at the town hall boardroom 7-9 p.m.

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Federal industry minister skates around issue, says Admaston-Bromley council Steve Newman steve.newman@metroland.com

WinterĘźs a long way off, but Admaston-Bromley council members say federal Industry Minister Christian Paradis has done a ďŹ ne job skating around, or skirting, an issue of concern to the township.

In July 2012, AdmastonBromley sent a resolution to the minister that called for reinstatement of the Community Access Program that has been in place for Canadian libraries since 1995.

The CAP funding has funded public computer sites at libraries in Admaston-Bromley and other municipalities across Canada.

The same resolution noted that the federal government has â&#x20AC;&#x153;cited growth in the percentage of Canadian households that have a computer and internet access as a reason for eliminating the program.â&#x20AC;?

Staff at several local libraries have already expressed concern about the elimination of the CAP funding earlier this year.

Paradis responded to clerk Bev Briscoe with a letter that was received at the township Aug. 29. In the letter, he noted that CAP funding began when Internet use was in its infancy, with only 40 per cent of Canadian households owning computers and only about 10 percent having Internet access.

He also said the objective of CAP â&#x20AC;&#x153;was to encourage participation in the digital economy by proving access to computers and the Internet at public access points (in libraries) to ensure that Canadians could access the Internet.

Over the past 17 years, CAP has contributed to bringing computer and Internet technologies to Canadians across the country, and has successfully achieved its objectives.â&#x20AC;?

He went on to say that in 2010 about 79 per cent of Canadians had home Internet access, while smart phones now mean that â&#x20AC;&#x153;many Canadians have access to the Internet in their hands.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you go to our community, that percentage is completely garbage,â&#x20AC;? said

Admaston-Bromley Mayor Raye-Anne Briscoe.

She said the federal minister really skated around the issue â&#x20AC;&#x153;with a good pair of skates, and they were well sharpened.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;SKIRTS THE ENTIRE ISSUEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

â&#x20AC;&#x153;This letter skirts the entire issue,â&#x20AC;? added Coun. Michael Donohue.

The councillor acknowledged that credit needs to be given to the federal CAP program for extending Internet into rural parts of Canada. At the same time, he questioned why the government could have not have maintained funding in the municipalities, like Admaston-Bromley, where thereĘźs still a signiďŹ cant lack of household Internet access. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If nothing else, could they not have kept this funding in place in those zones? They know where they are,â&#x20AC;? said Donohue.

Meanwhile, the Admaston-Bromley Public Library, which is located in Douglas,

will continue to provide that Internet access, but now at the local taxpayersĘź expense, says Mayor Briscoe. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Telling me that everyone, up to 80 per cent of my community, have access to todayĘźs technologies is a waste of time. DonĘźt tell me that,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At the end of the day, as a municipality, we will ensure that our folks have access to whatever technologies we can ensure for our library, so our library functions in the year 2012 and way beyond.â&#x20AC;?

The estimated cost will be $4,000, with local taxpayers on the hook for that, said the mayor.

Paradis also noted in his letter to Admaston-Bromley that â&#x20AC;&#x153;federal funding will continue to support youth internships at community Internet sites. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This will provide young Canadians with the vital skills and work experience needed to make a successful transition to the workplace. Former CAP-supported sites will continue to be eligible for this funding.â&#x20AC;?

Rotary Club of Renfrew connection to studying abroad The Rotary Club of Renfrew is excited to announce that applications for the Global Grant Scholarship are now open for the academic year 2013-2014.

The successful candidate for this competition will be awarded a non-renewable, one-year scholarship to a maximum of $30,000 in U.S. funds to pursue studies at the masterĘźs degree level in one of six designated areas of study.

The areas, as identiďŹ ed by Rotary InternationalĘźs Future Vision Plan, are: â&#x20AC;˘ peace and conďŹ&#x201A;ict resolution/prevention; â&#x20AC;˘ disease prevention and treatment;

â&#x20AC;˘ water and sanitation; â&#x20AC;˘ maternal and child health; â&#x20AC;˘ basic education and literacy; â&#x20AC;˘ and economic and community development.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements set out by the Global Grant Scholarship application form, must be a citizen of Canada or the United States living within the boundaries of District 7040 (which the Renfrew Rotary Club is part of), and must be studying outside his or her home country.

The deadline for applications is March 31, 2013. Interviews will be held by Dis-

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The Global Grant Scholarship, which replaces the former Ambassadorial Scholarships, supports the studentĘźs study in another country, and offers the opportunity to promote international understanding and friendly relations among people of different parts of the world Scholars will deepen their understanding of another culture and achieve another level in their education. To review the application, see www.rotary.org, then contact the Rotary Club of Renfrew to apply at www.renfrewrotary.on.ca.

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Horton user-fees at Renfrew library going way up in 2013 steve.newman@metroland.com

Renfrew Public Libraryʼs unsuccessful negotiations to secure higher user fees for Horton residents will have consequences.

As of Jan. 1, 2013, Horton residents will pay $45 per person per year to access the Renfrew Public Library.

The library recently calculated there were 954 library patrons from Horton. Children and young adults donʼt pay an annual library fee.

Hortonʼs annual contribution in 2012 of $10,350 (consisting half of a provincial grant and half from Hortonʼs own budget) works out to about $10.85 per patron.

But the $10,350 was insufficient to help pay for ongoing operating costs of the library, said board chair Lynda Janney.

However, itʼs not the first time Horton residents have been left to pay their own library fees.

Horton CAO Mackie McLaren says about a decade ago Horton had no library contract with the Renfrew library and Horton residents paid their own fees then, too.

In negotiations this year, the Renfrew Public Library was looking for a substantial hike in fees, from just over $10,000 to $63,000.

The Renfrew library also offered phasein options that included a hike to $27,700 in 2012, $45,350 in 2013, and $63,000 in 2014.

But Horton council said it basically didnʼt have that kind of money.

CHANGE IN MCNAB-BRAESIDE CONTRACT

McNab-Braeside was also approached for

higher fees, knowing that township was paying an annual fee of $11,484 for its 406 patrons.

McNab-Braeside signed a new 2012 contract on June 5, 2012 that indicated it would pay $11,484 plus $2,726 for the year.

That fee amounted to about $35 per patron, although a recent update of the database, to eliminate inactive files, shows McNab-Braeside has 206 patrons. It hasnʼt been determined what the township will pay in 2013.

Renfrew Public Library board chair Lynda Janney called McNab-Braesideʼs new contract a step in the right direction.

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Since Horton will have no contract with the Renfrew Public Library in 2013, the township will lose its provincial library grant of about $5,000.

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Admaston-Bromley patrons of the Renfrew Public Library pay an annual fee of $45, up from last yearʼs fee of $35. With a receipt, Admaston-Bromley residents are reimbursed $20 by their township.

Most of the Renfrew Public Libraryʼs budget is accounted for by Renfrew taxes, exceptions being a few grants, including its annual provincial grant of less than $17,000.

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Sharon Shalla, the new librarian in Greater Madawaska The library board of Greater Madawaska is pleased to announce that Sharon Shalla assumed the position of librarian for the Greater Madawaska Public Library July 15.

Shalla replaced Meriah Caswell, who had moved to work with the Pakenham branch of the Mississippi Mills Public Library.

Shalla is no stranger to the patrons of the Greater Madawaska Public Library. Since 2010, she has been involved in developing and delivering quality literacy programs for the children of the township.

For the past year, she has spearheaded an initiative to record and maintain a living history of Greater Madawaska Township. She has collected and cata-

logued numerous stories and pictures dealing with the history of the founding families and businesses in the area. This ongoing project is important to all citizens of the township.

Shalla brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to her new role. She holds a Library and Information Technician Diploma from Mohawk College as well as two public library management certificates from the Southern Ontario Library Service and numerous other professional courses. Her employment history, including time spent with the Renfrew Public Library and the Bonnechere Union Public Library (in Eganville) and in fieldwork at the Arnprior and District High School Library, are invaluable.

“Sharon knows this area well, both from personal experience and from her recent project work, preparing an on-line record of the people and history of the township” said Bruce Parker, chairman of the Greater Madawaska Public Library board in a news release.

“We are delighted to have her as our new Librarian, sharing her skills, knowledge and enthusiasm with the entire community.”

Shalla invites everyone to drop into the library.

“We have something for all ages at the library, including story time, a local history collection, large print books, special materials for the visually impaired, and DVDs.”

Sharon Shalla

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Baseball at the 1912 Renfrew Fair; new Renfrew dentist 1937 SEPTEMBER 13, 1912

BRANCHING OUT FOR THEMSELVES: Recently it was announced that the McFarlane Machine Shop of Carleton Place had been purchased by a company. The company, it turns out, comprised some citizens of Renfrew. Two of them have now gone down to the Lanark County town to assume charge of their new venture.

Messrs. Firth and Cousins, who have been skilled employees of the Renfrew Machinery Co. Mr. Firth went down two or three weeks ago and Mr. Cousins left this week. He had been a valued member of the Band, and also of the Sons of England Society. While Renfrew naturally dislikes to lose good citizens it takes satisfaction when they are progressing in their move from the status of employee to the greater responsibility of ownership.

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Arrangements have been this week completed for a game of baseball on the Fairgrounds on Thursday afternoon of next week â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the middle day of the Fair â&#x20AC;&#x201C; between the Perth and Renfrew clubs. Both are recognized as proďŹ cient exponents of the skillful game, and the fans may fairly count on seeing something that will call forth all their enthusiasm. While the game has been set down on the program for four oĘźclock, it is possible that it may have to be brought on at about 1:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 9, 1937

NEW DENTIST OFFICE OPENED IN RENFREW: Dr. W.H. Ledger with Mrs. Ledger and little daughter have taken up residence in Renfrew. Dr. Ledger, who has been practicing at Orono, Ont., for the past six years will take over the dental ofďŹ ces formerly occupied by the late Dr. A.H. Hynes on Raglan

OLGA LEWIS FROM THE OLD FILES Street, and graduated in 1931 from the University of Toronto.

ITĘźS A DOUBLE DECKER THIS WEEK: The MercuryĘźs double size this week. The burst of special advertising is evidence that there is improvement in business. The two sections of the paper are balanced as to content. Every page carries not only local events of the week, but also newsy articles from the surrounding district.

The Store news has been specially illustrated by the MercuryĘźs advertising department. Pictures attract.

Read the ads. YouĘźll ďŹ nd them more than ever interesting and useful. Fair shopping is made easier if you will ďŹ rst read of the stores on every page of this special Exhibition Shopping

See solar and straw bale homes Have you ever wondered how solar or wind energy works? Did you ever wish you could look inside a straw bale house? Have you ever thought about the sunĘźs ability to warm your home or heat your water?

You now have an opportunity to see all of these fascinating things and more.

TWO-DAY OPEN HOUSE 1-4 P.M.

On Saturday, Sept. 29 and Sunday, Sept. 30, from 1 to 4 p.m., come out to the nine annual

Solar and Straw Bale Homes Open House, near Killaloe.

Whether you are considering building a new home, renovating, or are simply curious, you will discover many interesting ways to live in a greener and more energy efďŹ cient way.

Take in the fall colours, as you drive through the Killaloe-Wilno hills to these remarkable neighbouring homes at 480 and 526 Doyle Mountain Road.

For more details, or for a map to these locations, visit www.livingsol.com or call 613-7563884 (preferably before Sept. 29).

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on Sept. 20 a part of about every national country group will be on hand, including Family Brown, Eastwind, Artie McLean, Good Bros., and many others. Renfrewite Al Briscoe, for example, will be playing steel guitar for Eastwind.

SEPTEMBER 14, 1977

WHITE HOUSE SENDS SINGER TO COMPETE: After winning the White House amateur talent night contest on September 6, Cari Denty of RR 6 Cobden is moving on to compete during the upcoming Big Country Week at the Nepean Sportsplex. Miss Denty, who sings and plays the guitar, was overall winner for the White HouseĘźs regular Tuesday night talent shows.

She received a cash prize, trophy and all expenses to the major country and western get together in Nepean.

Winner of the contest at the Sportsplex will receive $1,000 cash prize, colour television set and free recording session with a leading company.

Miss Denty, a native of Denmark, works at driving a school bus in the Cobden area.

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CLOSE TO AGREEMENT: The town is â&#x20AC;&#x153;very closeâ&#x20AC;? to an agreement with the two boards of education on the material sharing of the townĘźs new recreational land, Deputy Reeve Jim Donohue told council Monday.

Reeve Audrey Green added that surrounding municipalities could be involved in recreational projects planned for the land. Reeve Green said it is â&#x20AC;&#x153;looking very goodâ&#x20AC;? that surrounding townships will make consideration in their 1978 budgets.

Olga Lewis, who his available for research, can be contacted at olewis@ sympatico.ca

Fire damage at Duff Avenue home Peter Clark

Having a working ďŹ re alarm proved to be a godsend for one Renfrew resident.

Alerted by the sound of the alarm, the lone occupant averted danger at 316 Duff Avenue Wednesday evening.

The Renfrew Fire Department received the call at 8:55 p.m. and a team of nine fulltime and seven volunteer ďŹ reďŹ ghters quickly got the blaze

under control.

Firechief Guy Longtin said the department had a jumpstart when it came to ďŹ reďŹ ghters attending the ďŹ re. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They were actually doing some training (when the call came in),â&#x20AC;? the ďŹ rechief said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There were ďŹ ve guys on the ďŹ rst truck.â&#x20AC;?

Chief Longtin noted the cause of the ďŹ re appeared to be a malfunction in the base-

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There was extensive damage to the basement, while the rest of the home suffered signiďŹ cant smoke damage.

FireďŹ ghters remained at the ďŹ re site until 10:30 p.m.

Renfrew County paramedics and the Ontario Provincial Police also attended the scene.

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Rotary continues support for manor: $14,000 from August golf tournament

Rotary golf tournament participants who helped to raise this $14,000 for construction of Bonnechere Manorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Renfrew Rotary Hall are, from left, Mac Dewey, Dennis Yakaback, Janet Springer, Marg Tubman, Doug Ryan, Ray Vidler, Sheila Kemp, Vi Rossy, Simon Kemp and Doug Blenkhorn.

Under beautiful sunny skies at the Renfrew Golf Club Aug. 25, the Rotary Club of Renfrew held its second annual charity golf tournament in support of Bonnechere ManorĘźs Renfrew Rotary Hall.

The Rotary Club was pleased to raise $14,000, from the tournament, as part of its $100,000 pledge to construction costs for the Rotary Hall.

The local RotariansĘź total contributed to date for this project is $34,000.

One hundred eleven golfers enjoyed an afternoon of golf, a putting contest, a chance for a $10,000 prize for a hole-in-one and a steak dinner.

The Rotary Club wishes to gratefully acknowledge the support of our many sponsors, particularly tournament sponsor Renfrew Metro, dinner sponsor AikenheadĘźs Pharmachoice, luncheon sponsor Dennis Yakaback, cart sponsor Money Concepts and clubhouse sponsor Charlie Briscoe Holdings.

Hansma and Beimers Construction partnered with the Rotary Club to sponsor the Hole-InOne. No one, however, was successful.

The Slice and Dice team from AikenheadĘźs received the low-score prize. Balls of Fire from Metro received the team prize and the Pucker Street Putters took home the Most Honest Golfers prize.

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Special help for doctors, nurses: MP report The following is Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MP Cheryl Gallantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s September report from Parliament.

I hope you had a pleasant and enjoyable summer. The fall session of Parliament promises to be busy and productive. Thank-you to all those constituents who took the time to say hi during the community constituency clinics.

September means back to school. The Canada Student Loans Program (CSLP) offers ďŹ nancial assistance to full- and part-time students pursuing post-secondary education, in the form of loans, grants and repayment assistance. The CSLP is delivered in partnership with the province, as is the case for healthcare.

Primary health-care services continue to be a priority for the federal government. Residents should not have to live in a large city like Toronto to receive quality treatment.

Starting in April of this year for individuals who commit to working in a designated community, (which generally means the community has a population of less than 50,000), family doctors and residents in family medicine will be eligible to receive up to $8,000 per year in Canada Student Loan forgiveness to a maximum of $40,000 over ďŹ ve years; nurses and nurse practitioners will be eligible to receive up to $4,000 per year to a maximum of $20,000 over ďŹ ve years.

To apply for loan forgiveness for the federal student loan portion, family doctors and nurses

must have been employed, (full-time, part-time or casual) for a full year (12 months) in a designated rural or remote community (or communities) and have provided in-person services for a minimum of 400 hours (or 50 days) in that community.

Questions regarding the recent decision by the province to freeze funding to family health teams should be directed to your provincial member, as the delivery of healthcare is a provincial responsibility.

New parents are encouraged to contact my ofďŹ ce for details of the recent announcement made by our government about a new Employment Insurance beneďŹ t.

This special, new EI beneďŹ t is intended to ease the ďŹ nancial burden on parents who take time off to care for a critically ill or injured child. Parents who must take time off work to care for a child who has a life-threatening illness or injury will be able to apply for up to 35 weeks of this new EI special beneďŹ t.

As your federal Member of Parliament, I am pleased to represent you on a variety of issues.

Whether that issue is eliminating the long-gun registry, promoting agriculture, international trade, AECL, the military or jobs in the working forest, I am here to serve you! If you have any concerns of a federal nature, or just want to share your views with me, please do not hesitate to contact my ofďŹ ce at 84 Isabella St., Pembroke. Call 613-732-4404.

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The legislature resumed sitting Aug. 27. The reason given

by Premier McGuinty for recalling parliament earlier than scheduled was to deal with legislation affecting school teachers and their expiring collective agreements.

As it turns out, and this should surprise no one, it was more about political games and the LiberalsĘź fortunes in the upcoming by-elections in Kitchener-Waterloo and Vaughan. Given that the legislation will not pass into law before the week of Sept. 10, McGuintyĘźs claim that he had to have this legislation in place before the agreements expired Aug. 31 was simply false.

He manufactured this crisis so that he could appear to be ďŹ scally responsible to the voters, going to the polls Sept. 6 in the by-elections. If he wins both by-elections that would effectively give the Liberals a de-facto majority in the legislature, something he dearly covets.

While it is not ideal, we in the PC caucus are supporting the legislation. We are also pressing for restraint measures to be applied to all public sector workers, not just teachers.

Because I keep getting asked about my own wages, I can say that MPPs had their pay frozen in 2008.

The position of Tim Hudak and the PC caucus has been

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In my last column, I wrote about the drought conditions here in Renfrew County.

While we have had some rain since that time, it has been, as they say, too little and too late to signiďŹ cantly improve the conditions on the land.

It has allowed beef farmers to at least have their herds pasturing for some of their food.

None the less, the pressure in cow-calf operations remains great. The yields in cash crops are going to be meager, too.

Both the provincial and federal governments have come up with ideas for possible relief but, as always, it remains to be seen how effective those measures will be. I have had the opportunity to talk to a number of farmers and it is fair to say that while all of them have been negatively impacted by the drought depending upon their location and type of operation, the severity of the impact varies to some degree.

As harvest takes place, this impact will be more accurately determined on an individual basis. Governments at both levels will not be able to ignore the results. My ofďŹ ce continues to receive information updates from our agricultural community and we forward those onto the ministerĘźs

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Stop signs needed to reduce speeding on Airth: resident

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Airth Boulevard resident Ken Taylor wants to see two new stop signs on Airth Boulevard to help reduce speeding.

steve.newman@metroland.com

Renfrew resident Ken Taylor, who has lived 38 years on Airth Boulevard, says the speeding on his home street is worse than ever, and something needs to be done about it.

Renfrew will do some reconstruction work this year on Opeongo Road where it intersects Airth Boulevard. That work will also result in the replacement of the yield sign with a stop sign, but some Airth Boulevard residents are looking for

two more stop signs on Airth.

Taylor is suggesting the installation of two at the intersection of Airth and Massey Crescent, or at Airth and Pine Avenue.

At present, drivers entering Airth from Massey Crescent have a stop sign. But there are no Airth stop signs until they reach Coleraine.

The neighbourhood has no sidewalks and is often busy with children walking and cycling, says Taylor.

He also points out that Airth is being used as a shortcut to bypass the down-

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“I know, Iʼve got grandchildren, and others have grandchildren (we want to protect them),” Taylor told Renfrew council Monday night.

Development and works director Mike Asselin said the situation would be reviewed, to determine what the townʼs options are.

“Iʼd like him (Asselin) to fix it before someone gets hurt,” said Taylor. He says several households in his immediate neighborhood are supportive of the extra stop signs.

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The annual Russ Wilkins Big Boiler Memorial Award for maple syrup champion at the Renfrew Fair was handed out at the Exhibition Hall Sunday night. Roma Wilkins presented the award in her husband’s memory. Daughter Judy Ryan was also on hand. A pair of husband-wife teams shared this year’s win: Valerie and Regan Riopelle, and Ken and Chris Oates. In front is Roma Wilkins, and standing from left, Valerie Riopelle, Judy Ryan, Renfrew Fair maple syrup chairman Ken Spence and Ken Oates.

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It appears in cookbooks published around the world – from Eastern Ontario to France to Australia.

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The recipe is for a Basic White Sauce, and itʼs made with three ingredients - butter, flour and milk.

In France, they call it “one of the great sauces,” but they also have another name for it – the “sauce mere”, or “mother sauce.” And thatʼs probably the best name for this sauce because itʼs the starting point for so many different recipes.

Itʼs the key ingredient for dishes ranging from soups to souffles, from scalloped potatoes to Coquilles Saint-Jacques. It can be flavoured with cheese, herbs, mustard or wine, and served over vegetables, meat, poultry or fish.

Although the basic white sauce has been used in both home and professional kitchens for years, it became a lot simpler to make with the introduction of the microwave oven. Now, the sauce is not only quick to prepare, but clean-up is a lot easier too, as youʼll know if you ever scrubbed burned milk off the bottom of a pot.

The recipe that follows is for creamed salmon on toast, a convenient and quick supper dish. It starts with a medium white sauce, and you can use this basic sauce recipe for any other dish that calls for it.

The microwave technique for cooking is explained step-by-step.

2 tbsp. butter or margarine 2 tbsp. flour 2 cups milk 1/2 tsp. butter or margarine 1/2 cup frozen peas 1/2 medium onion, chopped 2 cans (213 gm) salmon, drained salt, pepper to taste Use a microwave-safe bowl or a measuring cup that holds 4 cups.

In the bowl, melt 2 tbsp. butter or margarine on High for 40 to 50 seconds. Stir in the flour until it forms a smooth paste. Thereʼs no need to cook this mixture.

Add the milk all at once, and stir well. Microwave on High, uncovered, for 4 to 5 minutes. During this time, stir the sauce once every minute, scraping around the bottom of the bowl to mix in all the flour paste.

When the sauce is slightly thickened, cook it 1 to 2 minutes longer on High.

This time, stir the sauce every 30 seconds to prevent lumps from forming and the sauce from boiling over. The sauce is done when itʼs thickened and bubbly.

If youʼre going to use the sauce for another dish, stop reading now.

If youʼre making creamed salmon on toast, place the 1/2 tsp. butter, frozen peas and onion in a small microwave-safe dish. Cover and cook on High for 2 minutes.

Stir the onion mixture and the salmon into the white sauce. Cook on High for 1 to 2 minutes longer, stirring every 30 seconds, to heat the salmon.

To serve, spoon over toast. Use 1 or 2 pieces of toast per person.

Serves 4.

PETER CLARK/METROLAND

Dining on Canadian meats

Carmichael Meats, based at West Lorne, Ont., has had a booth inside the armouries at the Renfrew Fair in recent years. They serve up many smoked meats, including traditional beef and pork. They also offer turkey, venison, bison and Canadian kangaroo from British Columbia, as well as other exotic meats with owner Doug Carmichael’s special recipes. Carmichael, left, cuts off a kangaroo sample for one Renfrew Fair patron while sales rep Donald White explains to others what Carmichael’s has to offer. Carmichael’s will be set up again down the road at the Carp Fair Sept. 20 to 23.

HORTON TOWNSHIP IS REQUESTING THEIR RESIDENTS TO STEP ON IT TO REDUCE VOLUME AND INCREASE RECYCLING.

OUR CURRENT DIVERSION RATE IS 29.7 PERCENT. STEPPING UP OUR RECYCLING WILL HELP INCREASE THIS RATE AND RESULT IN ADDITIONAL BLUE BOX FUNDING ALONG WITH SAVING VALUABLE LANDFILL SPACE AND INCREASING THE LIFE OF OUR LANDFILL SITE. Space provided through a partnership between industry and Ontario municipalities to support waste diversion programs.

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A recent investment by a family owned company is making business news in Eastern Ontario. NOCO Canada, a family owned and locally operated company has been serving Canada’s energy needs for decades. The company is leveraging their rich heritage in the business with an expansion of their fuel and lubricant operations into the Trenton and Ottawa areas. As a proud Esso and Mobil branded reseller, NOCO supplies heating oil, gasoline, diesel, and lubricants to serve residential, farm, commercial, and industrial customers.

“With almost eighty years of experience in the energy business, we are honoured to have the opportunity to serve the hard working consumers of this region,” noted Mark Yeatman, General Manager of NOCO Fuels Canada, a wholly owned subsidiary of NOCO Canada.

With this expansion, NOCO has established more local offices to efficiently and safely deliver high-quality products at competitive prices. With office locations in Toronto, Trenton, Ottawa and Pembroke, NOCO simplifies access for their customers by allowing them to get all of their products from one place.

One major change customers will see is the elimination of a national call center. By establishing local offices and working with local personnel, NOCO is keeping business local and investing in communities. Other improved operations include online ordering and automatic payments, with online billpay coming soon. NOCO’s customers can expect the prompt, courteous, and dependable service they deserve.

As the second largest Mobil distributor in North America, NOCO’s expansion has created a stronger product mix to more completely serve their customers.

The company provides a full line of Mobil lubricants for automotive, fleet, industrial, metalworking, and specialty needs. NOCO also offers a used oil recycling program in some areas to make sure that businesses never need to worry about the proper collection, transportation, and processing of the waste they generate.

“We believe the addition of the new products and new geography allows NOCO to address unmet consumer needs in the territory. Along with our key product brands, Mobil and Esso, we offer excellent service and local personnel.

Our distribution model is strong and this new venture will provide strong value to the consumers throughout the region,” said James D. Newman, President of NOCO Canada.

For more information, visit noco.ca or call 1-888-284-7777.

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

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Waterloo man helps people to Stop Smoking with the power of his voice Special to The Mercury

Little did Paul Royter realize that performing magic tricks as a young boy would one day lead to saving peopleʼs lives by helping them quit smoking for good.

Royterʼs stop-smoking seminar The EZ Method to Stop Smoking will be appearing in Renfrew on Monday, Sept. 17 at the Renfrew Royal Canadian Legion at 7 p.m.

Royterʼs career began as a magician. From a very early age he always had a knack for doing the impossible.

He received a magic kit for Christmas in 1960 and became a good childhood friend of the legendary magician Doug Henning. In the 1970s when he lived in Los Angeles, Royter was a regular member of Hollywoodʼs famed magic castle and become friends with many of the worldʼs greatest magicians.

After many years of performing his magic all around the globe, Royter turned to the art of stage hypnosis.

He eventually developed what was to become one of Canadaʼs finest theatrical comedy hypnosis shows. His name is well known in many parts of Canada, having travelled back and fourth across the country with sell out crowds for over

Paul Royter will be in Renfrew on Monday, Sept. 17.

30 years.

Royterʼs hypnosis shows have appeared in more than 30 countries around the world.

He is the only person ever to present his own solo cross country show all across New Zealand for International Entertainment Corporation for three consecutive years.

Many pictures of Royterʼs early career as a magician as well as a stage hypnotist can be viewed on his Facebook page which is always open to the public.

Several years ago Royter became aware of the fact that

he could save peoples lives by using his powerful hypnotic voice. Royter lost both of his parents due to smoking-related issues.

In 2010, he gave up his successful touring career as a stage hypnotist and decided to dedicate the rest of his life to helping people to help themselves stop smoking.

His EZ Method removes a personʼs desire to smoke.

“You donʼt have to be hypnotized to stop smoking but you do have to change the way your subconscious mind thinks and I can do that,”

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“Any good psychologist will tell you that the only way to get rid of any bad habit is to change the way your subconscious mind thinks. The best way to do this begins by relaxing the conscious mind. When the conscious mind becomes extremely relaxed, the subconscious becomes more open to suggestion.”

Royter uses a technique similar to hypnosis called progressive relaxation.

This relaxes the conscious mind and causes the subconscious to become more open to suggestion. Everyone at the seminar is always completely aware of everything that is going on around them at all times.

“I truly loved making thousands of people laugh around the world as an entertainer, but to actually be able to help people give up the terribly addictive substance of nicotine and to help save peoples lives, is something that I believe I was meant to do.

“There is also something very personally gratifying in knowing that you have the ability to help people stop smoking and give up nicotine for good.”

Tickets, which are $79.95, are available online or at the door. The seminar comes with a lifetime guarantee which allows a person to come back and attend any future Stop Smoking seminar as often as they like at no charge.

For tickets and information, visit www.royterstopsmoking. ca or call 519-884-7939.

Heart-wise opportunities at Whitewater-Bromley centre Lara Mylly Whitewater Bromley Community Health Centre Satellite

clude warm-up, cardiovascular conditioning (self-paced walking), cool-down, muscle strengthening and balance, and stretching and relaxation.

We have classes for all ability levels offered at eight locations, including Cobden, Beachburg, Westmeath, La Passe, and Foresters Falls.

Most classes begin Sept. 10.

Registration forms and information are available

at http://www.wbchc.on.ca/ ProgramsServices/fffa.htm at the Beachburg Office of the Community Health Centre, 20 Robertson Drive; or call 613-582-3685.

The more you move, the better you feel to live longer, healthier and more independently.

Our instructors look forward to welcoming you to the classes this fall.

FUNDRAISING CONCERT Matthew Beauchamp of Renfrew has a dream to travel across Ontario to perform!

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I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for coming out and supporting me at the “Not Your Average Golf Game/Social” It was a huge success and something that I will never forget.

Thank you to Burr, Gary Erika and Alex for your help that night and to the Dragonfly for the use of the course and the tent.

Thank you to the volunteers who took time out of there busy schedules to help out that means a lot…..

My husband Mike, and sons Justin Jesse and Jared, without them I don’t know how I would have made it through the last year, they made it a lot easier me to deal with everything….I love you guys so much.

A huge thank you goes out to my friends, Katrina Crozier, Gail Riopelle, April Scheuneman, and my niece Erika Riopelle without them this night would not have happened….I will be forever grateful to you ladies, and I will never forget what you have done for me….. Love you all xoxo And last but not least to everyone you participated and donated whether it was in the form of prizes, gift certificates money or their time, I thank you from the bottom of my heart…..

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Taking steps, inspiring hope Ma-Te-Way Park, Renfrew Sunday, September 23 Registration 10 a.m. | Walk 11 a.m.

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Eleven years ago my life changed forever,

thanks to my sister Marg. On September 5, 2001 she gave me her left kidney for safe keeping. And yes, we definitely celebrate that anniversary. But let me assure you, I celebrate my transplant every single day.

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Help Matthew by joining in a evening of singing rock ‘n roll and country hits in addition to music from the 50s & 60s,

Don’t miss CBC Sports Day in Canada 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ma-TeWay Park Saturday, Sept. 29.

Read more about Mary’s experience at www.kidney.ca/ontario-walk-blog-2012

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Help us change lives, one step at a time

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Tickets are $10 On Sale Now at Irvine Gas Station, Renfrew Fleamarket or at the door Matthew is also looking for sponsors to help him. Sponsor will be recognized properly as he travels across Ontario performing. If you would like more information please contact Bonnie Keefe at 613-432-2745.

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Nine of our classes are designated as heart-wise exercise, which meets specific criteria developed by the University of Ottawa Heart Institute.

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Focus on kidney health, organ donation: Sept. 23 Give the Gift Walk Local residents whose lives have been affected by kidney disease will be among participants in the Give the Gift Walk at Ma-Te-Way Park on Sunday, Sept. 23.

Funds raised from the five-kilometre event will go to support the Kidney Foundation of Canada.

Dialysis patients, transplant recipients, living donors, families, friends and renal professionals in Renfrew are part of a larger movement across the province, with over 40 com-

munities participating this month.

About 1.5 million Ontarians have developed, or are at increased risk of developing, kidney disease. There is no cure – patients with end-stage renal disease rely on life-saving dialysis treatments several times a week, and many join thousands of Canadians waiting for a kidney transplant.

The Kidney Foundation of Canada funds leading kidney research projects, peer support programs, emergency financial assistance and

advocacy on behalf of kidney patients to help ease the burden of the disease.

Give the Gift of Life Walks are one of the largest community fundraisers for The Kidney Foundation in the province. Nearly 2,000 people in Ontario participated in 2011 while raising over $500,000. With events scheduled until the end of September, participants have already raised 40 per cent of this yearʼs $700,000 goal.

The Kidney Foundation appreciates the sup-

port of participants, donors, provincial sponsor Crossroads Television System, and the many local organizations and businesses that sponsor community walks.

Renfrewʼs walk gets underway at 10 a.m. at Ma-Te-Way Park.

For more information, to register or to donate, visit www.kidneywalk.ca.

Or contact Craig Dunbar, by calling 1-800724-9953 (ext. 4582) or e-mailing cdunbar@ kidney.on.ca

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Burnstown driver burns the pack to earn fourth derby title three years.

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Another full house was treated to a night of excitement at the 2012 Renfrew Fair Demolition Derby. When the dust settled three drivers crashed and banged their way into the winnerʼs circle on a night that started out just shy of 50 cars.

Shawn Kelly of Burnstown won the eight-cylinder car portion of the 18th annual fair derby Sept. 5 when he piloted car No. 01 to the title for a fourth consecutive year, and pocketed $750 in the process.

James Anderson of Renfrew earned the same amount by wheeling his car No. 1 to victory in the six-cylinder class.

The four-cylinder crown and $500 went to Renfrewʼs Jesse Schultz, who was at the controls of car No. 15.

ALL OR NOTHING FINAL

Shawn Kelly didnʼt have to ward off as much traffic as in other years to win the top class this year as there were no heats in the eight-cylinder division..

They basically threw $750 into the ring and four 8C drivers went for it.

The quartet of Kelly, Renfrewʼs Scott Dodds in No. 808, Pembrokeʼs Danny Rees (No. 14) and Brian Cunningham (No. 15) of Horton Township was soon narrowed down to a field of Kelly and Dodds, just as it was last year.

After a good battle, the added experience of Kelly prevailed as the two determined drivers locked horns.

“Iʼm sore. We were hitting hard out there,” Kelly said of his battle with Dodds.

Kelly and his pitman and son Cody Leskie accepted the championship trophy, as they have each of the previous

ANDERSON, SCHULTZ PREVAIL

James Anderson outlasted Chris Eve (car 19) of Cobden as the last two challengers standing for the six-cylinder title.

Anderson was just getting warmed up.

“My carʼs ready to go some more. Put me in the eight-cylinder (final),” he said to derby operator, Xtreme Promotions owner Glen Kennedy. It was the seventh year the Whitbybased organization ran the derby.

As for Andersonʼs request, Kennedy informed him, it wasnʼt possible.

Six-cylinder competitors Anderson, Eve, Mark Wright, Tony Barron, Scott Lewis and Kevin Willmott received $50 and a trophy for advancing through their heats.

Jesse Schultz had a cheering section right in the front row of the grandstand, and he didnʼt let them down.

Schultz advanced through his heat and outdrove the five other opponents in the fourcylinder final.

Jamie Friske of Renfrew provided the best resistance until his No. 27 car ran out of legs.

Other heat winners were Johnny Windle (3), Larry Quackenbush (4), Steve Dodds (17) and Chad OʼConnell (9).

Two other awards were presented.

Tony Barron of Haley Station captured the Jamie Wright Memorial Award for the most wrecked car.

Kennedy was pleased with the selection of Barron.

“I really think it was well deserved. He drives a good car. He works hard,” Kennedy observed.

On the other hand, the most decorated car award went to

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Xtreme Promotions crew members Cory Harrison and Matt Goodliffe, Jim Enright of the Renfrew Agricultural Society, Xtreme Promotions owner Glen Kennedy, crew member Jim Moore of Xtreme Promotions, pitman Cody Leskie, eightcylinder driving champ Shawn Kelly and runner up Scott Dodds participate in the championship trophy presentation.

Johnny Windle in car No. 3, looks over his shoulder to find the No. 27 car of Jamie Friske in the four-cylinder heat that also included drivers Caitlin Emon (20), Lorraine Vincent (88), Sean Kauffeldt (12), Troy Warren (40) and James Anderson (7). Windle and Friske advanced to the final.

Dan Laframboise. Laframboise drove in memory of his pitman of three years, David Wilkins. Wilkins was also a member of the Bonnechere

Valley Fire Department for 28 years.

Marshallʼs Welding (Dave Bennett), the Renfrew firefighters and St. John Am-

bulance were again on hand to lend their support to the derby.

Kennedy also informed the crowd of the importance of

each competitorʼs sponsors.

“Without these sponsors, there wouldnʼt be a derby,” he said.

Playing entire baseball season again might be quicker Iʼm not sure who sat up all night to figure this one out, but if you are a baseball fan, and even if you are not, take a minute (!) some time to look up how Major League Baseball settles playoff tiebreakers in both division and/or wildcard races should the need arise following game 162 of the regular season.

Just go to www.mlb.com, look to the right and click on Postseason Picture: If the playoffs began today.

Then go to Tiebreaker Rules.

It a good read – 2,562 words – and youʼll be prepared to win any argu-

ment in a bar.

The Jays are two games up on Boston as of the Tuesday morning.

Unfortunately for the Blue Jays, unlike most years, the Boston team they are ahead of is in last place, not battling for first.

No tiebreaker necessary: If somebody said, at the start of the baseball season, that the Toronto Blue Jays would be ahead of the Boston Red Sox in the American League East standings almost halfway through September, theyʼd be fine with that.

Unlikely playoff combatants: The three biggest surprises in a positive sense have to be the Washington Nationals, Baltimore Orioles and Oakland Athletics.

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Itʼs nice to be Behind the Glass once again after a year off and bring to you the news and views from the Renfrew Curling Club.

Many thanks to Barb Westgarth for a job well done in my absence.

Like many of you who are keen curlers, I have been looking forward to the start of a new year of curling, meeting old friends and making new ones.

I have also continued my off-ice preparation with my usual dedication and singlemindedness. In fact, I have already pre-played my first game and I think Iʼm now ready ....

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Dan Laframboise wins best decorated car and salutes the crowd at the Renfrew Fair.

Tony Barron accepts the Jamie Wright Memorial Trophy for having the most wrecked car from Xtreme Promotions.

This year promises to be a great year, with many special events, but the first and most important one is our registration night and social evening this Friday, Sept. 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the curling club.

Not only does it allow curlers to register for the different leagues this year but it will also serve as a chance for anyone interested in becoming involved for the first time to find out what the club has to offer and what is available to help new and returning curlers enjoy a great winter pastime.

Be assured that there is a league and cost structure to meet the needs of all individuals. Instruction and equipment will be available to help get you started. Hope to see you there.

Unleash the positive power of sport To celebrate sport at all levels in Canada, CBC Sports Day in Canada is back for its third year Saturday, Sept. 29.

In the week leading up to, and including, Sept. 29, more than a thousand local organizations, communities and schools across Canada will throw open their doors to celebrate sport at the local level by hosting, for example, community-wide festivals, try-it days, competitions, meet-andgreets, tournaments or spectator events. In Renfrew, the Parks and Recreation Depart-

ment will be hosting Frewfit – Renfrew Gets Active, encouraging residents to get active by trying a new activity for the first time. Visit www.cbcsports.ca/sportsday to browse a list of other events happening at Ma-Te-Way. Another way Canadians can get involved in Sports Day in Canada is by wearing a jersey, team or club uniform to school, work or play on Jersey Day on Sept. 28.

Sports Day in Canada is presented by CBC Sports, ParticipACTION and True Sport,

working with national sporting organizations and their networks of coaches, athletes and enthusiasts.

Sports Day in Canada is generously supported by Sport Canada, Subway Restaurant, New Balance Canada and B.C.ʼs Ministry of Health.

CBC will mark the national day of sport celebration with a compelling television event airing on CBC Sports.

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Monday ladies league caps off a fine summer of golf at Calabogie Highlands

The Burnstown Rowing Club held its annual regatta on the Madawaska River Sunday. See next week’s Renfrew Mercury for more on the event.

Dress-up night provides fun and laughs at season-closing banquet “We’re going to change the way you look at golf”

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Another successful summer golf season is coming to an end for the Calabogie Highlands Monday Night Ladies Fun League, which was organized by Angele Pollock.

The main goal for our Monday Fun League was to meet new people and get to know one another.

We played a different game each week, had a pro-shop draw and 50-50 draw.

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We also had the pleasure of a half-hour golf lesson each week by our golf pro Steve Hall. That sure was an added benefit.

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The gals at Calabogie Highlands enjoy their final get-together of the 2012 golf season at their banquet Aug. 27. Their theme was to dress up for the event. with all the fixings.

Our theme for our game and banquet was to dress up funny.

Unlike other leagues, all the ladies get a prize. This year we even had a spectacu-

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We would like to extend a huge thank-you to the many businesses who generously donated prizes to our league in addition to the ones we bought.

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Eganville Legion president Walter Hobden presents a $2,000 cheque to Melissa Bishop to assist with expenses as she continues to train for the 2016 Olympic Games. kind person.”

“Just like you,” said someone in the audience, to applause.

Bishop also spoke about Olympic moments, like the “intimidating” pre-race time in the call room where athletes spoke to each other in languages Bishop didnʼt understand.

She spoke about the tremendous sense of team that she has enjoyed the last few years as a member of the University of Windsor track and field team.

And she talked about how she and coach Dennis Fairall plan to shore up her strengths and address her weaknesses as an athlete.

“I think my biggest strength is my last 200,” said Bishop.

“One of my weaknesses is not running on my own, not making it my own race. I kind of tend to stay with the pack.

Iʼm not mature enough as an athlete (yet).”

But she said itʼs “something weʼll work on in the next four years … to let those girls run behind but still have that kick with 200 metres left.”

Itʼs a finishing sprint that many Melissa Bishop fans hope leave her many supporters, and competitors, breathless in the years to come.

Room still available at hunter safety course The Renfrew Fish and Game Club is sponsoring a hunter safety course and Canadian Firearms safety course in September.

The dates for the Renfrew course are Sept. 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, all days from 5 to 9 p.m.

The 20-hour combined course can be taken by anyone 12 years and older.

The course is mandatory

for anyone wishing to get his or her first hunting version of their Outdoors Card or an Apprenticeship Hunting Card.

The course will also provide students with the criteria to obtain their Possession and Acquisition Firearms Licence.

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their Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL).

Instructor Kevin White said that this course is offered during evenings only with no weekends involved.

“The course fee of $175 includes the course and exams,” he said.

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Unless youʼve been out of country, that would be Eganville middle-distance runner Melissa Bishopʼs qualification for and participation in the Olympics, and the abundance of community support for her athletic mission.

The support for her Olympic aspirations also continue, as she plans to continue to train for a berth on the team going to the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

Bishop, 24, felt a large sense of that support, both in tone and in financial terms, as the guest of honour during a wine-and-cheese reception in the Eganville Royal Canadian Legion Sept. 5.

An abbreviated version of the video shown after the Sept.

2 Melissa Bishop Parade was shown. She also received several cheques, including more than $265.75 from public donations made at the municipal hall, as well as $500 from the Lake Dore Property Owners Association, $1,000 from the Sept. 8 continental breakfast sponsored by the Eganville Figure Skating Club and Conwayʼs Pharmacy, and $2,000 from the Eganville Legion.

The reception attracted over 150 people. Some received autographs but most, it seemed, came to enjoy being in the company of an Olympian and hearing what she had to say about her training, the stimulating and intimidating chapters of her Olympic experience, and her future in elite racing.

Bishopʼs parents Alison and Doug and brother Jonathan, and several relatives, were on hand for the wine-and-cheese that lasted two hours.

A month after competing at the London Olympics, Bishop says the sensations of being in the Olympic stadium remain with her.

“The guys running the 10K couldnʼt hear themselves breathing while running how many laps they run because the energy was just (incredible),” she said of the deafening sound created for the athletes competing before more than 60,000 fans in the track and field stadium.

“I would give anything to run in front of that crowd again. It gave me a whole rush

of adrenaline.

“The (next) goal,” added Bishop, “is Rio but I just need to take it year by year, at this point. I canʼt look too far ahead.”

She plans to study part-time in 2012-13 while looking “to slowly get back into training” after an emotional Olympic year. As a part-time student at the University of Windsor, she would also be eligible to compete at the 2013 World Student Games. Next year is also home to the world athletics championships in Moscow.

MPP John Yakabuski had spoken after Sundayʼs parade about how Bishop had inspired several local generations.

Echoing that sentiment at the wine-and-cheese was Eganville Leader reporter Terry Fleurie, who became choked up when reliving the story about his daughter and her cousin. Upon being asked what they were doing at the park, his five-year-old said, “We were pretending to be Melissa.”

Those praising Bishop and/ or offering financial assistance at the reception included Legion president Walter Hobden, who said he was impressed

by Bishop when she first approached the Legion for assistance.

He said she had all her plans laid out, so she knew what various training and racing expenses were going to cost.

Doug Bishop spoke on behalf of the Olympianʼs parents, reading a brief speech in which he thanked the community for its continuing support.

“It fills our hearts with pleasure and pride that we could all share this exciting time together,” he said. He also spoke about how Sundayʼs parade and arena ceremony will be a “cherished memory that weʼll never forget.”

The next portion of the evening featured a questionand-answer session in which Bishop spoke about her training, including the use of a specialized tent that she simulates living at high altitude, and her Olympic experiences.

The latter included meeting Canadian swimmer Brent Hayden, who won a bronze medal in London.

“He was so humble, and your typical Canadian who would talk about anything,” said Bishop.

“It was very nice to see that he wasnʼt all caught up in himself, and he was a very

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VALLEY PRIDE CLUB TEAMS Club C teams play 25-32 games in EOBA and tournaments Atom U14 (Gr.5-6): Season is from November until March Break.

Tryouts start Thursday Sept. 20, 6:00 at ADHS. Practices start mid-October on Tuesdays and Thursdays Jason.Ceasar@brinksinc.com Bantam U14 (Gr. 7-8): Season is from November to mid April. Tryouts start Thursday September 20 ADHS at 7:15 and Monday September 24 RCI 7:15 Practices are Mondays and Thursdays acresscottk@renfrew.edu.on.ca Midget U16 (Gr. 9-10): Season is from December to April. Tryouts are Wednesday September 12/September 19, 7:30 at ADHS. Practices start late November on Mondays and Wednesdays jeff.heath@blood.ca Valley Pride Rep Team and Clinics: Grade 5-6 and 7-8 Girls who are not a part of the club team are invited to join rep teams and clinics.

Gr. 7-8 Tuesdays and Thursdays. Gr. 5-6 Thursdays. October to March Registration for Grades 5-10 athletes is at the first tryout session. Cost is $50. ($30 refundable if the athlete does not participate in any program).

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Jared Riopelle (14) of the Renfrew Timberwolves reaches for the puck in the skates of a few Stittsville Royals defenders during pre-season action at Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre.

Renfrew hosts the Arnprior Packers Friday at 8 p.m. in the regular-season curtain raiser.

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The Renfrew Timberwolves have been busy over the past few days as they set their final roster for tonightʼs Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League 2012-13 season opener with the Arnprior Packers at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre.

Game time is 8 p.m.

The Wolves and Packers swung a trade Friday that involved six players, plus a seventh to be named later.

The Wolves acquired goaltender Matt Gagne and a pair of forwards, veteran Casey Doner and 16-year-old Dallas Farr, and a player at a later date. Farrʼs rights return to Arnprior at the end of this season.

Going the other way are defenders Blake Lemoine and Anthony Rea, and forward Anthony Smith.

Most of these players should be trying on their new sweaters for size when the Wolves and Packers clash tonight.

With Gagne in the fold, the Wolves dealt goalkeeper Troy Gauthier to the Almonte Thunder prior to this past Sunday nightʼs pre-season game.

Renfrew receives the rights to a 16-year-old player next year.

The Wolves and Stittsville Royals got into a card game.

The Royals are sending one 16-year-old playing card for 2012-13 to the Wolves for two 16-year-old cards next season.

On the ice, Renfrew hockey fans couldnʼt be faulted for thinking the Wolves are coming off an 0-and-2 preseason.

The Wolves hosted Stittsville last Thursday, and Almonte Sunday, and with a number of veterans on the sidelines, came away with a pair of losses, 7-3 and 7-2 respectively.

However, the road has been a different story, where the Wolves topped both opponents.

The Wolves led Stittsville 2-0 after two periods of play before a freewheeling final

stanza resulted in both teams scoring four goals in a 6-4 Renfrew victory Sept. 4. Three second-period markers pushed the Wolves past Almonte 4-1 Saturday night. The game was played in Pakenham.

Fans get a first-hand look at the 2012-13 edition of the Timberwolves assembled by coach and general manager Brent Sylvester and his coaching staff tonight at 8 p.m.

The game against Arnprior marks the first of two tough opponents Renfrew will face on the opening weekend.

The Packers captured the Valley Division title last spring, doing so with an combined 8-and-1 record over the Wolves and Perth Blue Wings.

On Sunday, the Wolves travel to Buckingham to take on the Gatineau Mustangs at 7:30 p.m. Gatineau is the defending Metro Division champion, and turned away Arnprior in a good six-game series before losing in five games to the Casselman Vikings in the EOJHL final.

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Valley, Miller added.

“You have people staying in other areas; Renfrew, Pembroke, etc.”

With an estimated $1,000 spent per team and 40 teams, it amounts to a quick $40,000 spent throughout the area.

Renegade Bass operates as a non-profit association of about 1,500 members, and promotes environmental conservation and a better understanding of competitive fishing by educating the general public on the practices of catch-and-release as well as fostering respect for the fishing environment, its website notes.

The format of the catch and release bass tournament series incorporates five qualifying events with the top 40 teams (and ties) advancing to the two-day championship tournament.

Admission to Saturdayʼs classic is free and kids prizes are available.

It is also an opportunity to meet Real Fishing Show TV host Bob Izumi, emcee Big Jim McLaughlin and some of Canadaʼs other top anglers.

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The Renegade Bass Classic Championship is coming to Muskrat Lake in Cobden this weekend.

“This is arguably the biggest championship fishing event in Canada, with first prize a $60,000 Ranger Boat and Motor package. This tournament draws anglers from as far away as southern Ontario, Montreal and New York,” said Matt Massey, managing director of Hookset Marketing.

The winning team will be crowned 2012 Renegade Bass Classic XVII champions.

Renfrew native Ken Dagenais is one of the favourites to win the event with team partner Kerry Clouthier, who hails from Petawawa.

The Valley lads captured Series Team of the Year honours in 2011, and finished a respectable sixth this year.

This weekendʼs event is the classic championship, and will not affect the 2012 Series Team of the Year status.

Eighty anglers in 40 boats

will be taking to the waters of Muskrat Lake from the municipal launch in Cobden Saturday at 7 a.m. in hopes of landing the big catches.

They return for the weighin at 4 p.m.

On Sunday, competitors again leave at 7 p.m. and return with their catch by 3 p.m.

“It looks like it is shaping up to be a busy time for everyone in the area with the (Renfrew County) Plowing Match and our event on the same weekend, so we are definitely (looking forward to) getting a large turnout to the weighins and are hoping to put on a good show for the crowd,” said Brett Miller of Renfrew, an event organizer.

He said it is always an interesting site to see the boats taking off, whether or not you are a fishing enthusiast.

They arenʼt around long, Miller adds.

He said the two-person teams scatter from the starting point pretty quickly.

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Avalon is hosting Autumn Fest on the Ranch Friday through Sunday.

This weekendʼs competition features outdoor big air, extreme vertical and speed retrieve.

It runs Friday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., and continues all day Saturday and again on Sunday.

For more, check out www. dockdogs.com.

This is the second major

event of the summer at Avalon Ranch. They also hosted Mists of Avalon, the dockdogs national championship in July.

There will also be a dock dogs fun day at Avalon Ranch Saturday, Sept. 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and 1:30 to 4 p.m.

All are welcome. The cost is $25 per dog. Call Mary Spurrell of Avalon Ranch at 613-432-4344 to register.

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Blue sugar bowl was sometimes lacking Mary Cook Memories

EMC lifestyle - There was no doubt about it, Father needed a new suit. The only one he owned was threadbare, and even though he hadnʼt grown an inch, the cuffs on the legs were above his ankles.

No doubt because Mother had tried to wash it one Monday, and now even the sleeves were too short. No, there was no getting around it. He needed a new suit, and the ad in the weekly Renfrew Mercury was just what the doctor ordered!

Three pieces for $14! Father said there was no money for such frivolity. Mother said going to the Lutheran Church on Sunday dressed like a tramp raised the purchase well above frivolity!

I knew Mother had waited until the big wood box of hand-me-downs had come from Aunt Lizzie in Regina to make sure there wouldnʼt be something suitable from Uncle Jack. But, as always, whatever Uncle Jack once wore, had to be severely altered before it would fit Father!

Uncle Jack was about Fatherʼs height.

But there the similarity ended.

My sister Audrey said he looked like a pineapple. I have no idea how she knew what a pineapple looked like, because I never knew one to come into the house.

But I did know Uncle Jack was more round than long! His arms were huge and hung well below his hips, and it always looked like he was carrying a bag of grain under his jacket. Without altering the suit, you could put at least two of Father in it.

Now, Mother, when she moved to the farm out in Northcote, tried her best to

master the old pedal Singer Sewing Machine. And she did well on simple things like clothes for Audrey and me, and making aprons, and even simple house dresses out of Dan River cotton, but when it came to trying to make Father fit into one of Uncle Jackʼs suits, she failed miserably. It always ended up that the suits, after being taken apart, became jumpers or skirts for my sister and me.

The Mercury had come in the middle of the week, and Mother said there was just about enough money in the blue sugar bowl in the back-to-the-wall cupboard to buy the suit. What was lacking would be made up when Mother pedalled her eggs, butter and chickens on Saturday in Renfrew. And so it was decided, Saturday was the day Father would be getting his new $14 suit. The excitement ran high that week in our old log house in Northcote.

That didnʼt mean we could ease off on the workload...chores were done as usual..morning and night in the barns, and Mother made sure my sister Audrey and I kept up with what was expected of us in the house too. But youʼd think we were all getting a new outfit, not just Father, as the day of this major purchase drew closer.

Mother took the blue sugar bowl out of the cupboard a few days before we were to head into Renfrew. She dumped the coins out on the kitchen table with a couple crumbled one dollar bills. Then she moved the money over to the top of the ice box, and stacked the coins in little piles on top of the bills.

The blue sugar bowl went back into the

cupboard. She figured sheʼd have to sell at least four chickens, five or six pounds of butter, and six dozen eggs to make up the difference between what was sitting on the ice-box and what the suit would cost.

The day before we were to head into Renfrew, just before we were to sit down to dinner at noon hour, Father came into the kitchen with a long piece of harness in his hands. He stood silently at the back door, never taking his eyes off it. “Broke.

Just as I was putting it on Queenie. This is the piece I have fixed at least a dozen times. Iʼm afraid it wonʼt take another fixinʼ... canʼt use the team without it.”

He didnʼt have to say any more.

Mother went to the ice box and slid the coins into her hand with the one dollar bills. She looked at it for a minute, and then walked over to the door and handed it to Father. It would take just about all of it to replace the worn-out harness that should have been replaced long before.

Horses and their harness meant survival back in the ʻ30s. A farmer couldnʼt farm without either.

Nothing more was said about the $14 suit. We went into Renfrew as usual on Saturday for our few supplies, bought only after Mother made her house calls along the back streets of the town with the cleaned chickens, butter and eggs, and that day she had sticky buns as well.

It would be a long time before the blue sugar bowl had in it enough for what Father called a frivolity like a new suit.

Sunday morning saw him at the Lutheran Church the same old suit he had worn for years.

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Church Services

Admaston-Bromley visitors are crazy for the calendar URLs. The townshipʼs new website of www. admastonbromley.com opened in January 2012.

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August statistics for Admaston-Bromleyʼs website show the vast majority of visitors are checking the calendar, to learn whatʼs up and about in the township.

Of more than 50,000 visits last month, a total of 8,079 visited the calendar.

The next-highest number of hits were 286 for news and notices, and 220 to contact township officials. Visitors made a wide variety of visits, to a total of 491

ACTORS NEEDED LAFT Players of Renfrew Theatre Group is up to their antics again!

value.

The biggest project was a $260,000 dwelling.

Much smaller projects included a $40,000 cover-all building, renovations for a pair of garages valued at $30,000 apiece, $18,000 for an outdoor furnace, and $15,000 apiece for an outdoor furnace and a deck.

AUCTION SALE

Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church

The Renfrew Presbyterian Church

291 Plaunt St. S. Rev. Russell Wardell Rev. Susan Tough Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

For all Ages Wheelchair Accessible Website: http://www.tsarenfrew.ca _____________________________

460 Raglan St. S. 613-432-5452 Ministers: The Reverends Brian and Alison Sharpe Organist: Mrs. Elizabeth Brumm, H.B.Mus., A.R.CT.(2)

St. James Lutheran

SATURDAY

September 22nd 10:00a.m. Sharp SALE HELD FOR ARNPRIOR COLOUR CENTRE Viewing 8:00a.m.

89 McLaughlin St. N. Arnprior on day of sale

is a zany comedy of mistaken identity and will certainly be a hit in November.

Auditions are on Sunday, September 16th from 1pm to 3pm at the Renfrew Recreation Centre at 67 Argyle Street, and also on Tuesday, September 18th at the Town Hall Boardroom from 7pm to 9pm.

Auctioneers: Brian Corbin 613-623-3137 ext 104 Website for listing & gallery website: corbinauctioneering.ca Email: corbinauctions@gmail.com

Owner or Auctioneer Not Responsible in case of Theft or Accident

CASH, CHEQUE WITH ID

If you are interested in helping with the production in any capacity, be sure to come out. The more the merrier!

Are you unemployed? On EI or OW?

RENFREW BRANCH

Wondering what options are available to you?

ENTERTAINMENT

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

The Roman Catholic Community

September 19, 2012 1:00—4:00 pm Call (613) 432-3424 231 Argyle Street, South Renfrew, Ontario K7V 1T6

"Remember Red Fridays!"

Telephone (613) 432-3424 Fax (613) 432-7304

www.employmentnetworks.ca

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Legion Ladies Auxiliary Catering and Hall Rentals Call 613-432-6450

SUNDAY

Get information that may change your life!

Open to the Public Everyone Welcome

Check out our *NEW* webpage at renfrewlegionbr148.ca to keep up with our current events

200 Francis St. 432-4572 432-3087 Wednesday 7:30 p.m. – Bible Study, Prayer

.. Apprenticeship .. Self Employment .. Second Career Training .. Targeted Initiative for Older Workers

SATURDAY SEPT., 15 – 3PM-7PM THE DEBENHAM BROTHERS

Renfrew Baptist Church

Elmwood Bible Chapel

Come and find out about

FRIDAY SEPT., 14 – 8PM-12AM SHAKEY – A NEIL YOUNG TRIBUTE BAND

Hebron Christian Reformed Church

BRAESIDE PASTORAL CHARGE Rev. Dr. Richard Hollingsworth 623-2360 Castleford – 9:00 am Glasgow – 10:00 am Braeside – 11:00 am Sunday School During Service _____________________________

N u r t ur i n g E m p lo ym e n t Te c h n i q ue s W h i l e O f f e r i n g Re so ur c e s, K no wl e dg e & Sk i l ls

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION

If transportation required Call Church Office 613-432-5452 Tues-Fri 8am _____________________________

The United Church of Canada

EmploymentNETWORKS

For info call Karen at 613-433-5795 or Ann at 613-433-9899.

66 Elgin Ave. E. 613-432-5078 REVEREND CATHY McCAIG SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 16 HARVEST HOME 9:00AM – Worship with Holy Communion & Fellowship Joint services with St. Paul’s Anglican attending _____________________________

431 Albert St. Sunday 10 a.m.

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

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

Sale includes: 15’ Gloucester Gull Dory Rowboat, wood decoys, quality framed prints, professionally matted prints, key cutting machine, paint and stains, brushes, rollers, paint supplies and equipment, arts and craft supplies, and much much more. This is a complete store closing sale and everything must be sold!This is only a partial listing.

For more info contact Peter and Joan Kelly 613-623-5148

“Beside Yourself”

SUNDAY WORSHIP 10:00 a.m.

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

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

Sunday 9:00 a.m.

ST. FRANCIS XAVIER PARISH 331 Plaunt Street, South 432-5825 Saturday 5:00 p.m.

Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Wheelchair Accessibility EVERYONE WELCOME

Corner of Plaunt & Railway 432-4266 Rev. Tom Smith SUNDAY 10:30 – Worship Cable Channel 22 Sundays 11 a.m. & 3 p.m.

Bible Study, Wednesday 7 p.m.

All Are Welcome _____________________________

The Anglican Church of Canada ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE Corner Argyle St. at Patrick Phone 613-432-3062 Ministry Rev’d. Cathy McCaig with the Members of the Parish Sunday, September 16, 2012 9:00am Share the Harvest Joint worship service at St. James Lutheran Come & worship _____________________________

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 SUNDAYS @ 7:00pm

8 Argyle and Munroe Streets A non-denominational Full Gospel Fellowship Rev. Bill McMillan 613.432.6059 All Are Welcome!

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NEWS

Your Community Newspaper

Putting a face to GM’s disaster relief application Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

Some good news could be on the horizon for residents of Greater Madawaska Township.

In the aftermath of the July 23 macro-burst, the township applied for disaster relief.

Township disaster relief coordinator Jim Lynch notified council last Thursday that the submission to the Ontario Disaster Relief Assistance Program was made Aug. 13.

Lynch met with rural business consultant Bruce Moore of the Ministry of Agriculture.

Food and Rural Affairs, municipal advisor Stephen Seller of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing, and insurance advisor Trevor Black of Cunningham & Lindsey.

“We toured the affected areas (Aug. 21), businesses, farms, private residences chosen at random,” Lynch said.

While they couldnʼt visit all, Lynch said it gave ministry staff the opportunity to see the damage first hand.

“After almost nine hours of visiting affected properties and talking directly to people that were impacted by the storm, ministry staff left with a significantly clearer picture and understanding of how this storm has affected many lives,” Lynch said.

“We toured the transfer station at Norway Lake, and they were overwhelmed with what

they saw.”

Lynch said they have taken in 15,000 cubic metres of brush at Norway Lake. That is close to two 10-foot-deep football fields worth.

Thirty per cent has been chipped.

“Heavy lumber and stumps are starting to come in, so people are weeding through it,” Lynch added.

There was another 3,000 cubic metres of brush at 145 Flat Road.

The tour also included a number of township roads.

Public roads should be about 75 per cent complete (cleared) by the end of this week, Lynch said.

Lynch met with MMAH officials Aug. 26 to the clarify costs and progress.

He felt the townshipʼs request for disaster funds is “looking positive.”

“We are being totally up front with everybody. Things are going quite well.”

The township must now await disaster relief approval of the provincial minister.

If granted, the provincial could match or double the amount raised through township fundraising efforts. People could also file for relief, even if they havenʼt done so before.

HOURS EXTENDED

Lynch asked council if they could extend the added extra

Mayors’ breakfast at Rocky Mountain House The third annual mayorsʼ breakfast takes place Tuesday, Sept. 25, at Rocky Mountain House in Renfrew.

The event, which gets underway at 8 a.m., is $15 per Renfrew and Area Chamber of Commerce member and $20 for non-members.

Please register with the chamber before Sept. 21 by calling 613-432-7015 or registering online at info@renfrewareachamber.ca.

The township mayors are Bill Ringrose of Renfrew, RayeAnne Briscoe of Admaston-Bromley, Don Eady of Horton and Peter Emon of Greater Madawaska. The doors open at 7:30 a.m., while the mayors will be speaking to the breakfast theme of Working Together; Today & Tomorrow about 8:30.

New A-B youth award?

Steve Newman steve.newman@metroland.com

PETER CLARK/METROAND

Greater Madawaska Township disaster relief co-ordinator Jim Lynch addresses council Aug. 28. daily hours of operation at the Norway Lake and Mount St. Patrick transfer stations through Oct. 31, a recommendation council has no trouble passing.

Norway Lake will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Mount St. Patrickʼs hours are Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday

and Sunday from 8 a.m. to noon.

The two transfer stations had been previously scheduled to return to regular-season hours Sept. 9.

Anyone with any customer service concerns with their power, or looking for updates can call Hydro One at 1-888664-9376.

Admaston-Bromley council may adopt a youth recognition award.

Brief discussion took place Sept. 6, after council unanimously approved donating $100 to the Renfrew County 4H Associationʼs new plow club.

Eight members of the local 4-H club are learning how to plow prior to demonstrating their skills at Saturdayʼs annual Renfrew County Plowing Match near Cobden.

The plow clubʼs leaders are Agatha Crogie, Campbell Crogie and Penny Rochon. Youth members are Miranda Crogie, Grady Dwyer, Johanna Dw-

yer, Carson Edwards, Kelsey Edwards, Payton Rochon, Jamie Schultz and Griffin Wytenburg.

The township already names a citizen-of-the-year and senior-citizen-of-the-year each Canada Day. “Weʼre going to look at awarding at youth recognition award, similar to awards given out Canada Day,” said Mayor Raye-Anne Briscoe.

“It would, of course, be for community participation.”

Based on the positive response of council members, Briscoe said sheʼd be surprised if a youth award isnʼt part of its 2013 Canada Day program. Briscoe says the suggestion was made by a local ratepayer.

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NATURE

Your Community Newspaper

Spectator sport: the autumn dance of the loon

SUMMER TANAGER

FeederWatch is a program that allows amateur birders to play a major roll in the study of birds during the winter months. You are required to count the birds at your feeders and send the results to the address below. The 26th season of project FeederWatch begins Nov. 10, 2012.

If you have not signed up yet and wish to do so write to: Bird Studies Canada, Box 160, Port Rowan, Ontario N0E 1N0, call toll-free 1 888 448 2473 or email pfw@birdscanada.org for all the details.

Research kits for Canadian participants will be sent in October.

Early kits are shipped by bulk mail, so delivery times vary from one to four weeks.

If you have not signed up, please do so soon to assure that your kit arrives before the season starts.

If you have already signed up and do not see your kit by Nov. 1, please contact us.

MALES HAVE MIGRATED

Male hummingbirds left the

KEEP FEEDERS ACTIVE

Please keep tour feeders in operation until there are no birds feeding for at least a week. If we stop now when

the nights are getting colder, the hummingbirds will die of hypothermia because they cannot eat enough food to keep their energy levels up.

Migrating hummers have been seen here in early October. An immature rufous hummingbird was seen in Eganville Dec. 11, 2011 and confirmed by Mike Runtz and Bruce Dilabio, so please keep your feeders active.

This past week Tom and Edythe Elmore saw what they thought was a young hummingbird, but after inspecting it more closely they found it to be a hummingbird moth.

These insects are members of the sphinx moth fam-

ily. They feed on nectar from flower blossoms (phlox in this case). Their wings beat fast enough to sound like a hummingbird.

Enjoy your birding. Ila and Jim Ferguson, 5313 River Road, RR 5, Renfrew, Ontario K7V 3Z8. Phone 432-2738 or email jamesh@nrtco.net 0913.R0011618909

FEEDERWATCH

area in late August. Whether they were forced to leave by the females with young or whether they left on their own is not known.

Our observations of the situation lead us to believe that once the females bring their young to the feeders the males leave. We have also noted there is more cooperation at the feeders and several hummers will feed at the same time.

VALLEY WIDE

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

REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE

73 Plaunt Street, Renfrew 613-433-3626

E M O H E R U FEAT

PRICE REDUCED, VERY MOTIVATED TO SELL 1890 QUEENS LINE - 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom w/lrg yard, open concept w/vaulted ceilings and a full insulated basement that could be a third bdrm and rec room. County living, centrally located for community.

MLS 832709 PRICE REDUCED $169,900

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We received this email from Donna and Barry Proulx.

Hello Jim and Ila: My husband Barry and I had quite a show in front of our home on Golden Lake on Monday morning. We have had a family of loons, the parents and baby loon, all summer and they have been wonderful to watch. On Monday morning the parents started chasing each other around the water like a game of tag, turning and fluttering for over half an hour.

It was something to watch The Dance of the Loons. Since then the immature loon seems to be all by himself/herself. Is this part of the way to get him to fly?

In the early spring we had a Tundra swan that came back but a speed boat scared it so it did not stay long. We had 11 hummingbirds but are down to only three or four now. I guess fall is coming even if we don’t want it to arrive.

Thank you Donna for the email. When two days old loon chicks can dive and swim short distances under water.

By the end of the summer they are independent and are able to fly, and catch their own food.

At this time, loon families begin to break up and join other loons in huge flocks. During migration, hundreds may be seen on large inland lakes.

They travel to the east coast or to the Great Lakes. This year’s young will not return for four years to nest and raise their own families.

much like the scarlet tanager but lacks the black wings and the bright scarlet plumage, especially the eastern populations, which tend to be dark orange or greenish.

Their main habitat is in the southern United States.

Home appraised Value $524900.

Reduced too

$469,000 Beautiful Ottawa River at Castleford Ont. 111ft of Waterfront on the beautiful Ottawa River. Open Concept Kitchen, Dining & Living Room. Finished walkout basement Approx 3,000 square feet of living space. Attached Double Garage 22 by 24 many new upgrades in 2012 that will impress.

Real Estate welcome at 2%.

It is worth a call 613.432.8600 or 613.433.7030 ... Partial trades accepted!

5 ACRE-BUILDING LOT - Ferguson Lake Rd. Calabogie Area. Excellent location for your Dream Home! REDUCED $29,900

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Scene From The Hawk’s Eye

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Jim Ferguson

June Laplaunte Sales Representative 613-401-1839 www.century21.ca/june.laplaunte

Bonnie Potvin from Shawville called after having an opportunity to see a very rare summer tanager near their home. This tanager is a casual visitor to southern Ontario and a very rare visitor as far north as Sault Ste. Marie.

The summer tanager is

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 2-4pm 67 Hall Avenue HISTORIC 1870 HOME RESTORED TO ITS ORIGINAL BEAUTY lovely red pine floors, cathedral ceilings, stunning gas fireplace, modern eat-in kitchen, oversized lot with 18 X 36 inground pool.

Late spring for some plants

Your key to must-see homes in the area!

NEW PRICE

$224,900

SANDEE ROSIEN SALES REP

613-816-4061

2456 CALABOGIE RD. BURNSTOWN • SUN SEPT 16TH, 2-4PM

Jim Ferguson

Ann Elliott called to say the first blooms on her purple lilac tree appeared Sept. 5. In a normal year the lilacs are in full bloom by mid-June. However, this has been an unusual year and we will enjoy spring flowers even if they arrive in the fall.

Brian Eady found a pin cherry in full bloom this week in a dry area where most shrubs had died. He writes: “It is a small bright red cherry that is extremely sour and smaller than a chokecherry.

My mother used to pick them to make jelly years ago.”

If you can’t be there, sponsor a participant in Sunday’s Terry Fox Run. Renfrew’s noon start is at Ma-Te-Way Park.

449 Haig Street MUST BE SEEN TO APPRECIATE QUALITY INSIDE 3br/2ba, spacious rooms, ceramic and hardwood floors, custom kitchen, family room and extra bath and bdrm in lower level, new insulation heating cost $740/2011

$249,900

MLS#840093

325 Joffre Avenue TOTALLY RENOVATED INSIDE Hardwood, custom kitchen, lovely yard, newer roof and furnace NEW PRICE

$159,900

www.royallepageoneil.com

LISA DUNBAR SALES REP

613-633-0062

260 BALDWIN ST • SUN SEPT 16TH, 2-4PM

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

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RENFREW 613-432-2100 29 Raglan St. South

List or sell with us and get free Airmiles

EGANVILLE 613-628-6000 210 Queen St.

Eady Realty, Inc. Brokerage

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

613-432-2100 www.century21.ca/eadyrealty

Morris Eady

Kelly Derue

Broker of Record

Real Estate Broker

Cell

238 MUNROE AVE. E.

$162,500

MLS#844642

LOCATION, LOCATION Munroe Ave E, Just Past Stevenson Cres.

-2 Bedroom Bungalow -Gas Heat, Central Air, Newer Windows & Shingles

Call Kelly to View: 613-433-2681

2889 PUCKER ST.

Cell

433-2681

1249 JAMIESON LANE NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

432-1830

EDGE OF TOWN

Dennis Yakaback Charlene Riopelle Real Estate Broker Badour Sales Rep. Cell 432-0041 Cell 433-4082

2764 SCOTCH BUSH RD.

Rick Reid

Patti Reid

Sales Rep.

Sales Rep.

Cell

401-3212

Cell

401-0197

Vincent Johnston Lorraine Marchant Sales Rep. Cell

Ed Drotar

Sales Rep.

433-2254

Cell

Sales Rep.

717-3067

Cell

585-2377

78 TOWEY LANE

227 PRINCE AVE

$356,900 MLS#827391 -Ottawa River Waterfront -Immaculate 3 Bedroom -Sold Furnished Call Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

$132,500 MLS# 842387 3 Bedroom, Maintenance Free Exterior, Fresh Paint & Flooring. Quiet Dead End Street. Gas Heat, Central Air. Call Dennis: 613-432-0041

NEW LISTING

$209,000

$135,000

-Super 2 Bedroom Bungalow -Finished Basement with Gas Stove -Decks Front and Back -Large Shed/Workshop Call Rick or Patti Reid: 613-401-3212 or 613-401-0197

In the Village of Hynford, Only $135,000 for This 3 Bedroom with Attached Garage, Above Ground Pool, Efficient Outdoor Wood Burning Furnace. Call Ed Drotar for Your Private Viewing: 613-585-2377

MLS#843976

424 NEW STREET

19 BEACHWOOD LANE

7 LORNE ST.

522 HEATHER PLACE

$219,900 MLS#838787 -Charming Home -Well Updated -Central Location Call Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

$134,000 MLS#832795 -Move-In Condition with 2 Bedrooms -Fireplace in Living Room -Super Back Yard with Hot Tub Call Rick & Patti Reid – 613-401-3212 or 613-401-0197

103 RENFREW AVENUE

00 THOMPSON ROAD

NEW PRICE

$189,900

MLS#833088

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home. Pretty Hillside Setting. Minutes to Town on Paved Road.

Call: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

221 PRINCE AVE.

$159,900 MLS# 843501 -2 Bedroom Bungalow -Fenced In Yard -Natural Gas & Central A/C Call Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

HALEY STATION $379,900 MLS# 829334 -Beautiful Ottawa River Waterfront -Stone Fireplace in Living Room -One Owner, Well Maintained with Many Updates Call Kelly Derue, Broker to View: 613-433-2681

84 RAGLAN STREET N.

162 FOYMOUNT RD

$148,500 MLS#840363 3 Bedroom with Over 1000 Sq. Ft. Detached Garage. Ideal for the Handyman or to have a Home Based Business. Natural Gas, Central Air. Call Morris Eady at 613-432-1830 to View.

$169,900 MLS#834200 -3 Bedroom Bungalow -Private Large Lot -Main Floor Completely Refinished Call Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

Room For The Large Family! 5 Bedrms, 3 1/2 Baths. Seperate Dining Room. Sunroom at Rear. Living Room with Fireplace. Inviting Front Porch. A Real Character Home.

Call Dennis: 613-432-0041

5730 CALABOGIE ROAD

618 MILL ST. CALABOGIE

11157 HWY 60

NEW PRICE

$169,900

MLS#836659 -Large Eat-In Kitchen with Plenty of Updated Cabinets -Detached Single Garage, Rear Deck -3+1 Bedrooms. Call Kelly Derue, Broker to View: 613-433-2681

5 BULMER RD.

$234,900

NALLY CONDITIOD SOL

MLS#836595

GOLDEN LAKE

$39,900 Prime Building Land. 3.10 Acres, 196 ft x 700 ft on Thompson Road. Easy to Walk. 4 Corners Marked. Close to Ottawa River and Public Boat Launch.

Call Charlene: 613-433-4082.

COLERAINE PARK SUBDIVISION LIMITED R E IM T E OFF

Now Under Development...

$224,900

MLS# 834356

-1700 Sq. Ft. Bungalow -2 Car Attached Garage -Private Lot, Quiet Location Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

1 SENIOR LANE

$425,000 MLS# 836612 Quality Throughout. 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Baths. Inground Pool.

Detached 2 Car Garage. 6 Acre Lot with the Possibility of Additional Acreage. Call Dennis: 613-432-0041

$164,000 MLS# 843523 In the Heart of Calabogie. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath House. Large Lot and Garage.

Call Charlene: 613-433-4082

$269,900 MLS#813855 -3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths -Detached, Heated Double Garage -Large Deck Overlooks Manicured Lawn and Perennial Gardens Call Kelly to View: 613-433-2681

873 FERGUSLEA RD.

445 CORR CORRIGAN RD.

30 MURIEL AVENUE

47 ACR ES

Model Home Is Now Under Construction!

For More Information About Owning A Lot In Renfrew’s Most Prestigious Subdivision, Call Morris Eady at 613-432-2100 For Lot Details Or To Discuss Bonnechere Developments Building You A New Home.

On Duty This Weekend

PRICE REDUCED

Vincent Johnston Sales Rep. Cell

SOLD Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

$329,000 MLS#783317 -3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths -Attached Double Garage, Detached Workshop/Storage -Complete Privacy Close to Renfrew Call Kelly View 613-433-2681

38 The Renfrew Mercury EMC - Thursday, September 13, 2012

$344,900 MLS#787560 -Log Home with 90 Acres -Newer 6 Stalled Barn -Stone Fireplace Call Vince Johnston – 613-433-2254

$499,900 MLS#829329 Custom Built Beauty! 4 Bedroom, 3 Baths. Huge Family Room with Patio Doors to Pool Area. Truly One of a Kind. Call Dennis Yakaback – 613-432-0041 Check out the photos at: www.dennisyakaback.com

433-2254

I welcome your weekend call on any listed property

NEWS

Your Community Newspaper

Come see Threadworks exhibit at Mississippi Valley Textile Museum

Sold signs!

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Mark Hartley

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Jenn Spratt, Broker of Record 613-623-4846

Sales Representative Office 613-592-6400 Cell 613-219-2251

FEATURE HOME 178 Ivy Av Renfrew, ON Spectacular custom built 3 bedroom home. Solid stone exterior.

Quality interior design. Shows like a brand new model home. Tastefully decorated. Open concept kit/family room separated with a quartz bar area and matching island. Walk-in pantry. Main floor Masterbdrm with his and her walk in closets.

Formal living and dining rooms. Stone solarium.

2 full baths w custom vanities. Oversized attached garage w breezeway. This one’s a “10”! $550,000 MLS # 834778. Call Jenn Spratt.

BURNSTOWN OPEN HOUSE Sun Sept 16th 2—4 pm 2456 Calabogie Rd, Burnstown

$224,900

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205 MOORE STREET Located on the edge of Arnprior, 4 bed / 1.5 bath large family home with nat.gas fireplace; full 2 storey brick & sided house on a large lot w/ private covered interlock patio. MLS # 834018 New Price $239,900

1105 GOSHEN ROAD

1117 GOSHEN ROAD 90 Acres of mixed bush, ponds, creeks, trails, springs and maple and white pine galore! MLS# 844924 $179,900

5TH CONCESSION RD (PAKENHAM)

4 bedroom, 2 bathroom hobby farm, new kitchen & baths, stalls, paddocks, and more on 8.65 acres. Very picturesque homestead with great curb appeal. MLS#830202 $379,900

This is a great lot! 2.67 acre building lot that’s nicely treed, 30 min. to Scotiabank Place, hydro and phone at the road. Lot located to the right of #3188. Don’t miss out on a great building lot! MLS#840073. $59,900 (plus HST)

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NEW LISTING, 142 Acres, build your custom home at the front and have all the Enjoy the rest of summer on your own piece of waterfront on the Madawalking trails and hunting watches you need! Located for easy commute to Pem- waska. 155ft of waterfront and 283ft deep. Firepit, storage shed & outbroke and Ottawa. MLS#840323 $169,900 (no HST) house are ready for you to start camping before you build your own cottage!

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Lot 100’ by 160’ Totally Remodeled throughout open concept Kit, DR, LR, pleas enclosed front porch. 3 BDR, 1 – 4 pc bath on 2nd floor. Basement: Rec room, new 14 pc bath, F.A. Gas plus central air. MLS# 841203 Asking $210,00 Call Ross for details 613.432.1133

JUSTD LISTE 5065A MATAWATCHAN RD., GRIFFITH MADAWASKA RIVERFRONT 67 MCGONIGAL ST. ARNPRIOR. Asking $199,900, for this trendy centrally located 2 BR home with spacious interior. MLS# 844890 Call Peter 613.432.0319 for information

A custom built 4 bedroom bungalow with dual fireplaces - 2 baths - gorgeous view - easy access to main road for 4 season living - large living and dining area overlooking the river - custom kitchen - Come and see this with me - Helen at 432-0058

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547 ABERDEEN This 4 bedroom bungalow has a finished basement with a gas stove, central vac, & A/C. Newer roof, windows and doors with a detached garage. Private rear yard.

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503 LAKEVIEW LANE HURDS LAKE 1576 GARDEN OF EDEN RD. Asking $219,900, three bedrooms, two baths, hardwood flooring and only minutes to town.

MLS#835652 Call Peter Vincent 613.432.0319 for more information

73 RENFREW AVE.E. $159,900. Great starter home - 3 bedrooms - close to downtown core - 1 and ½ baths - family room at the rear - laundry on main level - nicely sized rear yard - detached garage or storage area - Call Helen to view at 432-0058

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Quality 3 year old bungalow with 3 car attached garage. Open concept Kit, DR, LR with gas fireplace, 2BDR with ensuite. Lower level could be granny flat; Kit, LR, 1- 4 pc bath, Radiant in floor heating, backing on to Hurd’s Lake, M.L.S. 843171 Asking $459,000 Call Ross 613.433.1133

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232 JOHN ST ARNPRIOR. Asking $235,000 for this turn of the century well maintained home with large and private rear yard. MLS# 841423 Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information

3 season cottage end of preis camp rd 3 BDR, Kit, LR, Septic system & dug welll Approx 250’ of water frontage MLS 843546 Asking $229,000 Call Ross Peever 613.433.1133

137 FERGUSLEA RD. Asking only $109,900 for this well maintained 3 BR mobile on country lot, new septic. MLS# 843973. Call Peter Vincent 613.432.0319 for more information

406 BARR STREET 3 bedroom bungalow - solid brick - carport - gas heat - hardwood flooring - finished basement - 2 baths - beautiful rear deck - well kept home paved drive. Call Helen at 432-0058 to view.

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Enjoy the Ottawa River from your private back yard. Large 4 bedroom home situated on a large lot and a 2 car detached garage.

Excellent fishing and boating. Do not miss out on this home this summer. MLS#837104.

Call David. 613-401-2824

552 MINEVIEW RD Take a look at this gem! Open concept Kit and DR, 3 plus 2 BDRs, new hardwood throughout, fully finished basement. Separate large fully insulated garage or workshop. Approx 30 acres cleared, rest mix bush & spring fed creek. Call Ross 613.433.1133

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189 DOMBROSKIE RD Great Price! Great Home! Clean, Tidy and Neat.

Large eat in Kitchen, LR, 2 BDR, 1- 4 pc bath plus family room. Full basement with rec room , 1 BR, Furnace Room, New F.A. Oil/Wood Furnace, Asking $164,900 MLS# 827579 Call Ross Peever 613.433.1133 to view.

5515 CENTENNIAL LAKE RD. Asking $199,900 for this well maintained 3 BR home with river just across the road. MLS# 837591 Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information

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GARDEN OF EDEN RD. Asking $39,900 for this prime 1 acre building lot, easy access to town and Hwy 17. MLS# 841573. Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information

280 BALDWIN ST. Double Lot; Kit, DR, LR, 1-4 Pc bath on Main Floor. 2nd Floor 3 BDR with 2- 4 pc bath. 3rd level office or addition bedroom.

Fully finished basement; 2 – car garage; plus lots of storage space MLS# 820362 Call Ross Peever for details. 613.433.1133.

Asking $259,000

458 MAYHEW ST. (JUST OFF HALL AVE. E.) An ideal family raised ranch bungalow - in excellent condition - fenced rear yard - 3 bedrooms - c/air - gas heat - paved drive - partially finished basement. A good home!!!Call Helen at 432-0058

789 FIFTH ST. Asking $175,000. Freshly renovated three bedroom bungalow with finished basement rec room, central location. MLS# 840034. Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information

Great curb appeal at this address, inside and out!! 2 large bedrooms on the first level plus 4 pce bath and living area - lower level has family room and bedroom and 3 pce bath - deck at rear and fenced yard for privacy paved drive - att. Garage. Call Helen to view at 432-0058

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157 GRANT BLVD. RENFREW 491 WHELAN RD 1 Year old, 1500 sqft bungalow, open concept Kit, DR, LR, 4 BDR plus possibility of 5. Full Basement. $279,900 includes H.S.T. MLS # 829225.

Call Ross 613.433.1133. Asking $279,900

Brick Bungalow with attached garage. Kit, DR, LR , 1- 4 pc bath, plus 1- 3 pc bath in basemen. Large MBDR, plus 2 BDR. Finished Basement, rec room with gas fireplace plus bar, laundry room, F.A. Gas furnace, central air.

MLS #835124 Call Ross 613.433.1133

Asking $39,900 for this great building lot on Gdn of Eden Rd. MLS#844887. Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information

140 LORLEI DR. MADAWASKA RIVERFRONT Located just off Kippen Rd - great lot in a beautiful area of the river - 100 ft of waterfront - 2 bedroom 2 storey home exclusive custom kitchen - deck at front - living room with fireplace - large lot. Call Helen at 432-0058

Just Move In! Property consist of open concept Kit, LR, 2 BDR plus Large family room, basement under back half of home, 2 separate storage sheds.

MLS 836158 Asking $89,900 Call Ross Peever 613.433.1133 for details

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542 SOUTHSIDE WAY, NORWAY LAKE Asking $169,000. 3 season cottage. Kit, DR, LR, 1-3PC bath; 2 BDR, 100 amp; Lot 100’ by 178 ‘ Front enclosed porch. MLS# 831033 Call Ross 613.433.1133 for details

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Prime Minister Whalen and other ministers at their posts Abby Hall Jaguar Journal

It was a busy first week here at St. Josephʼs Catholic High School. The back-to-school activities began even before summer ended.

Orientation was held the evening of Aug. 30, so the new Grade 8 and 9 students could tour the school. Students and their families wandered the halls, found their lockers, met their teachers, and learned about the high school experience that they would soon be a part of.

Executive student council positions have been confirmed for this school year.

The prime minister is Breigh Whalen, the position of public relations minister is held by Abby Hall, and the spirit ministers are Ryen Schaly, Jacey Carnegie and Heleana Varsch.

The athletic ministers are Shannon Charbonneau and Phil Pilon, finance minister Kailyn Friske and pastoral minister Rosemary Waclawik. Student council will meet regularly to plan and discuss upcoming events at the

school.

September will be full of activities for students. Spirit Week is scheduled for the third week of the month, and will be jam-packed with fun spirit days.

The week will finish on a high note with House Colours Day – students dress in a colour and compete throughout the day with their team.

The spirit ministers have also planned numerous spirit days and events throughout the year. It will definitely make day-to-day activities more exciting!

St. Josephʼs is welcoming a lot of new classes, programs and activities this year. The St. Joeʼs Hockey Academy is a brand new course this year, and is already very popular. Students enrolled in this course spend their afternoon at the school or at Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre, participating in training on and off the ice. The focus of this course is to improve hockey skills, fitness levels and knowledge about a healthy lifestyle. There are also a couple of media arts

courses running this year.

These are new classes that use technology and interactive learning to build skills. Students use cameras, computers and new software to edit and process pictures and video. The students in these classes will also be responsible for updating and improving the school website.

This is one of the many ways students are get-

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David Galbraith, who has a studio in White Lake, has created two works of art for the sanctuary of Trinity-St. Andrewʼs United Church.

These pieces depict the journey of faith and the renewal found in worship using the imagery of nature in summer and fall, the buildings of the Renfrew church, and the movement of people to and from the buildings.

These paintings, which are massive in scale, will be dedicated in a special worship service Sunday, Sept. 23 at 10 a.m.

Mr. Galbraith first came to Canada as a child

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during World War II. He proudly self identifies as a Canadian artist and his works have been featured in international exhibitions.

He works in oils, acrylics, watercolours and mixed media. His palette is vibrant and he loves texture.

He is excited by the unusual as subject matter, and loses himself, completely, in his creativity. His style ranges from abstract to impressionist and expressionist work.

He became connected to the Trinity-St. Andrewʼs community through its music program.

In addition to being a visual artist, he is a singer and often provides solos in worship at the church.

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Although the school year has just begun, students at St. Josephʼs already have so much to look forward to. A busy year is ahead of us.

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MINUTES FROM RENFREW 276 acres and a beautiful home with 3 bedrooms living room, dining room, country kitchen, sunporch, den /office - 4 pce bath - inground pool - many outbuildings Call Helen at 432-0058 or David at 401-2824 to view

34 OLD DARLING RD. VIRGIN LAKE Now asking $289,900 for this four season, three bedroom cottage with 400’ of waterfront on pristine lake. MLS#829658 Call Peter 613.432.0319

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794 LOCHWINNOCH RD 202 AUBREY RD Asking $199,900 for this large lot with mixed bush, ponds, and open area. MLS# 790528 Call Peter 613.432.0319 for details.

2 STY vinyl sided home, updated KIT with oak Cabinets, DR, LR, 1- 3 pc bath, newer windows and doors. Upstairs: 3 BDR, plus 1- 3 pc bath with Jacuzzi tub, large summer kit with loft, 2 car attached garage. $179,000 Call Ross 613.433.1133

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SUN., SEPT., 16 FROM 2PM TO 4PM 64 LESLIE AVENUE MLS#844643 You Are Going To Love This Family Home! Stately front entrance, 3 baths, 2+2 bedrooms, main floor laundry, rec. room, deck, garage, double paved drive.

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260 BALDWIN STREET Your Host: Lisa Dunbar, Sales Rep. 613-633-0062 Completely Renovated Home in Quiet Part of Town with View of the River! $179,900. MLS#844396

2451 EADY ROAD 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath split level on 1 acre lot. Open concept main level, family room on lower level plus office/ den in basement. Landscaped with raised flower beds, stone steps & walkway. Two-tiered back deck.

Great access to HWY #17. Asking $279,900.

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$535,000 1528 WHITTON RD MLS#838711 Spacious, custom stone family home 14 acres on the outskirts of town! Custom stone exterior, open concept kitchen/dining, large family rm + rec. rm. Att dbl gar. + det. gar., 3 season rm, pool, deck, & pond.

$269,500 2045 HWY #132 MLS#842908 Colonial Cap Cod ~ Well maintained, 4 bdrm, 2 bath family home w/ rec. rm, 2 garages, cabin/ Tiki Bar, circular drive!

A wonderful place to call home and just 5 min to town!

$297,000 189 AIRTH BLVD. MLS#828722 4 Bedrm Family Home on large town lot in prime neighbourhood. Private, completely fenced backyard, hardwd flrs, central air, gas fireplace & much more!

$235,000 264 BASSWOOD AVE. MLS#831804 Well maintained 3+1 bedrm bungalow w/ 2-4pc baths, gleaming hardwd flrs, patio doors to large deck, workshop finished lower level w/ gas fireplace!

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$147,900 361 DOMINION ST MLS#842973 Lovely brick home w/ open concept dining/ living rm. Newer windows, laminate flring & paint throughout. Large deck off kitchen leads to fenced yard w/ storage shed. Paved dbl drive.

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$229,000 210 PINNACLE RD MLS#840874 Panoramic view of the countryside! Tudor style home on the outskirts of town w/ 3 + 1 bedrms, 2 baths, new windows & kitchen cabinets. Immediate occupancy!

$188,000 749 FIFTH STREET MLS#833121 Lots of Potential! Upgraded home w/ newer back addition, 3 bdrms, 2 baths, fenced yard, garage & dbl paved drive!

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$297,900 82 IVY AVENUE MLS#840766 Great family home with all updates and renovations complete. Brick bungalow in fantastic location on corner lot. Open concept, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, fully finished lower level!

$214,9001436 GARDEN OF EDEN RD. MLS#822892 A little piece of paradise! Great family home!

Lovely 16 acre property w/ large pond. 3 bedrms, oak cabinets in kitchen, spacious & bright family rm.

$230,000 480 RAGLAN ST S MLS#841821 Gracious, Mature Neighbourhood for this Brick Home. Private, spacious back yard, double detached garage, cozy 4 season sunroom with pellet stove, newer roof, windows, gas furnace & A/C.

$137,500 190 LOCHIEL STREET MLS#820891 Immediate Occupancy! Affordable 3 bdrm home w/ large eat-in kitchen, hardwood & tile & private backyard w/ storage shed.

$189,900 3082 CALABOGIE RD MLS#835790 3 bedrm bungalow in 4 season recreation area on 1 acre features spacious living area, central air, det. garage, 2 storage areas, roomy porch & much more!

$123,000 28 PEMBROKE STREET MLS#830921 Immediate Occupancy! Affordable 3 bdrm home in Cobden! Pellet stove, main flr laundry, private yard & dbl drive. Great location for commuters!

$214,500 678 ENGLISH ROAD MLS#796909 $125,000 15 GOULD ST MLS#839230 Great country living on 1.22 acres this 3+1 Immediate Occupancy! bedrm home features bright, updated kitchen, 2 storey home in Cobden! 3 bdrms, newer above ground pool & beautiful yard for family gas furnace & electrical, gas fireplace in living rm, private backyard! activites!

$112,000 146 TASSE AVE. MLS# 838152 Good Value! Nice living rm, u-shaped kitchen, main floor laundry. Nice back deck & yard. Great starter home or income property!

$345,000 631 SOUTHSIDE WAY MLS#832951 NORWAY LAKE ~ Spacious 4 bedrm, 3 season cottage w/ wood stove, drilled well & septic. 83.45 acres w/ trails throughout, great for hunting, exploring & adventures! hunting, exploring & adventures!

$189,900 626B AUGSBURG RD MLS#837414 BONNECHERE RIVER ~ Cute, Maintenance free cottage with guest cabin & 2 large outbuildings! No neighbours! Meticulously cared for with many updates.

$189,900 15B LINDA LANE MLS#839287 MADAWASKA RIVER ~ Cottage situated on 4.8 acres. Over 20 miles of waterway for great fishing & boating! Immediate Occupancy!

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$145,000 190 DOMBROSKIE RD MLS#841936 Calling All Handymen! Tons of Potential for this 3 bedrm brick bungalow nestled on a lovely 3 acre property, close to HWY #17. Dbl carport & det dbl garage.

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$495,000 181 COOPER HILL RD MLS#842965 MADAWASKA RIVER ~ Outstanding home situated on the point with over 620ft of shoreline. Fully furnished, 2 bay garage, some newer windows, new flooring electrical, new roof, propane fireplace. A Must see home!

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Contact Adam 613-585-3772

MIXED HARDWOOD 8” length excellent quality, by the tandem load.

We also purchase standing timber and hard or soft pulp wood, land and lot clearing, tree trimming, and outdoor furnace wood available Call 613-432-2286

HUNTER SAFETY ANNIVERSARY

HUNTER SAFETY Canadian Firearms Course. Courses and exams held throughout the year. Will do Private groups as well. Call Kevin 613-432-5192 kevin.white@bell.net

FIREWOOD 16” DRY MIXED HARDWOOD Pickup or Delivered McLeod Building Supplies 613-432-3942 Mon - Fri 8-5:30 pm Sat 8-4 pm Visa, Mastercard, and Debit accepted DRY FIREWOOD For Sale. Maple, Beech, and White Oak. Delivery available. 613-646-7570

Happy

25th

Anniversary Jane & Rob September 12 Enjoy Cape Cod Love, your family CL376870

adrienne.barr@metroland.com

Dry Hardwood $80 face cord, split for wood stove 14” long 613-432-9984 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL Firewood for sale.

613-839-1485 Mixed hardwood- dried 1 year. $110/face cord. Free delivery to most area’s.

613-229-4004

ANNIVERSARY

Anna & Percy Runtz

WANTED LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO Cut and skid Hardwood and Pine.

Renfrew Area, 613-432-0434

BUSINESS SERVICES !!A-1!! DUMP RUNS, GRASS CUTTING, Branches small tree removal. Appliance removal (small-fee), Moving available with trailer. Support Your Locals. Fast Service. Marc 613-889-9768, 613-623-9768, Arnprior ACCOUNTING CHRONICLE DIAMOND AWARD WINNER 2009, 2010 & 2011 Saturn Accounting Services 613-832-4699 ALL CHIMNEY REPAIR & RESTORATION Brick & stonework. Workmanship guaranteed. Free estimates. Call Jim, 613-291-1228, or 613-831-2550 Carpentry, Repairs, Rec Rooms, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates, 25 years experience. 613-832-2540 CYS does dump runs, moving, raking, house cleaning, fertilizing and more. Quality work, reasonable rates. Licensed and insured.

Call Bob 613-622-5923. Support your locals $$$NEED MONEY$$$ Do you have a pension plan form an ex-employer? (LIRA) or (lock in RRSP) Call NOW! 1-416-357-9585 SEMI-RETIRED CARPENTERS, finished basements, flooring, small repairs, competitive rates, 613-623-0413

WINDOW AND CARPET CLEANING tndbuckwalt.ca

613-432-8981

With love from your family

COMMERCIAL RENT

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Happy 25th Anniversary Mom & Dad Anita and Mark Krieger September 19, 2012

AFFORDABLE commercial space for rent: retail, store front office, office, warehouse & garage, downtown Arnprior, 500-6,000 square feet, 613-299-7501.

UP TO 3000 sq.ft., a/c, central heating, low maintenance, parking, common washrooms, Daniel Street, Arnprior. doug.johnston@kingdonholdings.com 613-622-7931

FITNESS & HEALTH For the Health conscious meat lover. Tender Grass Finished Beef raised here in Eastern Ontario. Phone Rudy Haveman (613)275-2267 cell (613)328-4451 www.kitleybeef.ca

GARAGE SALE 316 BONNECHERE Street South Saturday Sept 15. 8 -12:00 319 McAndrew, Renfrew, Sat Sept. 15

Love, Melanie (Jeff), Jonathan, Tiffany, and Zachary

914 Hillsview St. Renfrew, Sept. 15, 8-2. Canceled if raining CL377198

44 The Renfrew Mercury EMC - Thursday, September 13, 2012

GARAGE SALE 55 PETER STREET, Renfrew.

Appliances, tools, kirby vacuum & shampooer, housewares, toys. Everything must go today.

Garage Sale 1720 Garden of Eden Rd. Sat Sept 15, 8 am noon. Hockey Equipment, ski boots, generator, clothing, bedding, games, toys etc Giant Yard Sale 53 Bank St. S Renfrew, Sat Sept 15, 8 noon.

BIRTHDAY

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

ARNPRIOR ALWAYS CLEAN, MODERN Secure 1&2 Bedroom apts. on First Avenue.

Fridge, stove, parking incl.

Discounts for mature tenants.

623-8537 after 6pm

ARNPRIOR BEAUTIFUL 2 bedroom town house style apartment, water and parking included. Laundry facility on site. Available October 1st, $820/month +utilties, 613-240-5728

BIRTHDAY

Happy 4th Birthday Jack !

BIRTH

BIRTH

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, 300 McAndrew Ave. Sept 15, 2012, 8-1 pm. Rain Date Sept.

29, 2012.

RENFREW SELF STORAGE 1558 Hwy 60 Road, 8:00 a.m.

- 12:00 p.m. Saturday September 15th. Furniture, toy, house hold items, something for everyone.

Sat. Sept 15, & Sun. Sept 16, 10-3 p.m. Household items, everything must be sold. Cash & Carry. 91 Haramis St. Renfrew

Our Sweet Little Jack Is Four!

And We Can’t Help But Love Him More And More And More And More!!!

SATURDAY Sept. 15, 7-12, 123 Vancourtland St. N Yard Sale 46 Bird Lake Trail Cobden. Sat Sept 15, 8-4.

Household furniture, sports memorabilia, clothing, foot wear, tools, collectibles, Igloo boat cover, boat motor, garden equipment, DVD’s & VHS, beanie babies & antiques Yard Sale Sat Sept 15. Hwy 132 Dacre 6014, 9 am - 4 pm YARD SALE, September 15.

Fundraiser for the Seniors At Home. Located at the Arnprior Shopping Centre parking lot.

Donations may be dropped off between 6 and 8:00am the day of SALE. In the event of bad weather sale inside the Mall (former BIBA location). More Info 613-623-7981.

Love, Hugs & Kisses from Mommy, Daddy, Lily, Sam, Gran & Gramps xox CL376738

It’s a Boy! On August 14th, in a hurry to meet the world, Lane Hudson Lawson was lovingly welcomed by his overjoyed parents Ian and Michelle.

Proud first time grandparents are Paul and Audrey Lawson and Byron and Debbie Martineau. Adored by his Uncle Lucas, Alena, Uncle Dan and Auntie Andrea.

A big thank you to Dr. Morrison.

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STORAGE

Email

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Happy 96th Birthday Mom!

FOR RENT 1 1/2 bedroom, double storey with basement, fridge, stove, washer, dryer & water supplied. For info, after 5 pm call 613-432-2562 or 613-432-5456 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT Renfrew available Oct 1st $ 550.00 month, tenant pays heat (natural gas) and hydro.

References, first/last.

NO PETS. 613-433-5998 2 BEDROOM Apt, 71 Sullivan Cres, Arnprior Available now, includes heat, water, fridge, stove and parking. Laundry on site. $725 Info 819-661-0638 2 bedroom apt Renfrew Oct. 1.

Fridge, stove, front loading washer, dryer, heat, parking inc, elec seperate, $725 ref, first/last 613-633-2647, 613-646-7536 252 JOHN St N, 2 blocks from hospital, 2-bedroom apartment available, renovated, clean, quiet, safe, pet-friendly, includes parking, locker, fridge, stove, hood fan, 613-299-7501, Tony

Anne Lavoie

Nikki Lacroix & Hank Sullivan are proud to announce the birth of their son

Grady Daniel Sullivan

Much love from your family

born August 17th, 2012 at 8:37pm weighing 6 pounds 10 ounces, 21 inches long.

Special thanks to Dr. Cathy MacDonald and staff at the Ottawa Civic Hospital.

Can you believe it?

Proud Grandparents Linda & Michel Renaud & Brenda Lacroix & Murray Sullivan, Great Grandparents Bill & Jean Logan.

Special cousin to Lili.

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613.623.6571

She’s 80

3 bedroom apartment for rent in Arnprior available November 1st, early occupancy can be arranged, fridge and stove, heat included in rent $800 per month, plenty of parking, shared backyard. Contact Darlene Fagan 613-223-0936 3-bedroom 2 storey townhouse for rent in Renfrew.

Available immediately. $799 per month plus utilities. Close to downtown. Has high efficient gas furnace and parking, Call Bujold Properties 613-432-0789 Leave message after hours 4 BEDROOM HOUSE with an attached garage near Kinburn, 15 minutes North West of Kanata. 2 appliances included, first/last months rent, no pets, please reply to 613-839-5326

Exciting News - It’s a girl!

ARNPRIOR 1 bedroom apt in quiet clean, non-smoking 4-plex. $725/month includes all utilities. ALSO Larger 1 bedroom in triplex, newly renovated, $575+utilities. Call 613-623-9651

1st time Parents Andrew & Kasie Dick

ARNPRIOR - Cozy 1 bedroom apt, located in quiet neighbourhood. Close to downtown. Available Nov. 1st, $505/month plus hydro. 613-797-6684

Chukkota Rose July 5, 2012

1st time Grandparents Bob & Joanne Dick 1st time Grandparents Harry & Lois Dick And Jack & Kathleen Moore

Happy Birthday MaryLou CL376345

Call

DEADLINE: TUESDAY AT NOON.

With Love from your family

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Thank You from the Paiges You know, if Danny was writing this he’d have all your names, perfectly spelled, in alphabetical and/or chronological order (in two columns with explanatory footnotes) in the most expressive graphic layout and the best fonts. But Danny isn’t writing this! It’s his mother Mary, Ian, Jane, Margie, Sandra, Stewart, Ritchie, Janet & Francis and all his nieces and nephews he loved so much. Saying “Thank You!” (yes, Danny, we know that’s not a sentence!) All of your care is very important to us and has made such a difference. Thank you.

HOUSE FOR RENT in Arnprior, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 6 appliances, newer home, hardwood, garage, basement, nonsmokers, no pets, $1200/month +utilities.

613-290-7075

CLEAN 2 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent in Renfrew. $ 850 plus utilities. Large yard and parking. First and last required.

613-433-7752

Large 3 BedroomApartment in Adults Only Duplex $810/mo. available November 1st, 2nd floor unit (Downtown Renfrew). Rent based on double occupancy & includes water, fridge, stove, parking. NO smoking, NO pets, references required. Call 613-432-9009

COTTAGES FOR RENT on Lowney Lake. YEAR ROUND RENTAL, winterized, a/c, running water, fridge, stove, microwave, $700/month plus utilizes. SEASONAL RENTAL May-October, 32’ trailer with Florida room. $1200/month plus utilities. 613-623-8417 or 613-850-1340 Downtown Arnprior- shared accommodations. Large Bedroom with mini kitchenette $560/m. Satellite, wi-fi & utilities incl. First & Last with References. 613-293-0611.

HOUSE FOR RENT 3 bedroom bungalow, 2 bathrooms, c/air, fully finished basement, double garage 3 season sunroom, non smokers, no pets, first and last, available mid-September $1,200.00 per month 613-432-3326

STAG & DOES

RENFREW - 2 bedroom townhouse with large additional family room, newly renovated, 1 1/2 bathrooms, fridge and stove, outside patio, parking spot behind the townhouse, 2 min. from downtown Renfrew, quiet neighborhood. $760 plus utilities, first and last month rent. Ph. 613-281-3575 or 613-757-1576

LARGE CONDO, 2 storey, 2 bedrooms, office, 1 1/2 bathrooms, separate laundry room, 5 appliances, central vac., parking & storage room.

Available now, first and last required. Phone 613-623-2845

RENFREW - Quiet Seniors Building, 2 Bedroom, 2nd Level, New Fridge/Stove, SnowRemoval, Near Hospital, Nonsmoking, No pets, First/Last, Available October 1st, Rent $700 includes Heat/Water, Mature or Senior Enquiries only. 613-624-5926

ONE BEDROOM APT, ground entrance, bright with large windows, parking at the door, no pets. Good for senior Available Oct. 1st, or sooner Alicia Street, Arnprior.

613-229-1850

RENFREW, 1 BEDROOM, 2nd Floor. Eat-in kitchen, stove & fridge, parking, hardwood floors, freshly painted, $600+utilities, ADULTS ONLY, references, first and last required. 613-623-4747

ONE BEDROOM APT, includes heat, hydro, parking, air, fridge, stove, $695 available immediately.

613-623-4138 days, 613-623-7439 evenings, Third floor, 313 John Street, Arnprior

STAG & DOES

Renfrew, clean one bedroom bachelor apt. in quiet duplex.

Suitable for one person. No pets, references, First/last months rent. $480/month plus hydro. 613-623-2247 Renfrew Garden Home End unit, 1800 square feet, 2 bedrooms + 2 bath, central air, gas heat, 2 gas fireplaces, 5 appliances, air exchanger, $1,100 first month plus one months deposit, no pets, no smoking, 613-622-0847 SENIORS ONLY, One bedroom, Wilson Office Complex, Climate controlled, elevator, beautiful apartment for January 1, 2013 or earlier. Call Wilson Investments 613-432-8417

Deep appreciation to the amazing Debbie Roi and dedicated Reg and Josh Gamble

SPACIOUS & BRIGHT apartment, Renfrew, 2 large bedrooms in quiet building with shared deck. Laundry hook up available. Large yard $ 700.00 plus utilities 613-432-5741

FOR SALE

Thank you

2005 KAWASAKI Vulcan 500, $3400 or best offer. Call 613-432-9923 !!20+APPLIANCES!!

Nearlynew washers, dryers, fridges, stoves freezers. Warrantied, delivered. Appliance repair, parts for sale, disposal, dishwasher installation. Support your locals! For viewing, Marc 613-889-9768. Arnprior

A huge thank you to our family and friends for making our 40th Wedding Anniversary absolutely wonderful.

To our amazing daughters and their spouses, Tanya and Matt, Julie and Kevin, Lisa and Chris, Amy and Jarrod, you certainly surprised us with a beautiful dinner at the Black Bird Café in Burnstown.

The wedding cake, (thank you Kathy) flowers, and gifts were very much appreciated.

Thank you again.

You are the best.

Ann and Waldo Hordichuk xxoo CL376547

Thank you

Thank you to Dr. Bernard and a special thank you to Dr. Paul Lavigne.

Also thank you to everyone who donated food, as well as those who contributed to the Hospital, Hospice and Heart Institute.

Ken Dagnais and family CL376835

TENDERS

TENDERS

TENDERS

3x3x7.5 BIG SQUARE BALES of Straw, And Firewood for Sale.

Pakenham.

613-623-6679 8’ length firewood. All mixed hardwood. Also buying standing timber. 613-312-9859.

ATV, Mower or Truck Elevation Ramps 1,500 lb capacity per pair as ATV ramps; 5,000 lb capacity per pair as truck ramps Convenient carry handle on each ramp Lift height: as truck ramp 6” Folded ramp length with incline: 38”; Open ramp length: 78 1/2” Reg $199.00 Asking $90 o.b.o Call Dave 613-432-1877 Barley and Wheat Straw For Sale. Delivery Available. Barclay Dick & Son Farm Supply.

613-649-2620 or 613-649-2440 Beef Grower Pellets For Sale, Bulk, totes or small bags. Call for info & pricing. Barclay Dick & Son Farm Supply.

613-649-2620 or 613-649-2440 “Dry” Firewood 613-433-3861 613-432-0312

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

for

sale. or

FOR SALE, Antique table with 4 chairs and 1 captain chair and 3 leafs. $450. 19 Kitchen Cupboard doors with handles, couple different sizes (white) $10 each. All in excellent condition.

613-623-0339 cell 613-791-2253 *HOT TUB (SPA) Covers-Best Price. Best quality. All shapes and colours.

Call 1-866-652-6837. www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper Never to run out of water Tank less gas water heater, new $1500, not one year old, call 613-432-8019 WE RENT. Why should we have Renter’s Insurance?

There are many reasons for insuring while you are renting.

Ask Eady Insurance...we’ll explain.

613-432-8543 1-888-275-3239

HOMEWORKERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY!!!

Full & Part Time Positions Are Available - On-Line Data Entry, Typing Work, Home Assemblers, Mystery Shoppers, Online Surveys, Others.

No Experience Needed! www.ontariojobsathome.com INSOTEC IS looking for Employees for insulation work and or carpenter skills, fax resume to 819-647-3357 or email info@insotec.ca Looking for persons willing to speak to small groups, 1 on 1 presentations. A car and internet necessary.

Diana (866)306-5858.

WANT TO MAKE EXTRA $$$?

Amazing tax breaks and earn $40-80/hr. Call 613-622-0859 or email sugar_angels19@hotmail.com

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE, Renfrew near St. Thomas Apostle School. Responsible, reliable loving mother to provide daycare of your child or infant at my home. Contact Sarah 613-281-7384 CHILDCARE SPACES Available. Full/part time, TLC, crafts, educational play, indoor/outdoor activities, nutritional snacks/meals, flexible hours, Call Brenda (Smith) McLellan 613-623-1607

Territory Sales Representative Direct Target Promotions, (www.dtarget.com) Established in 1989 is the largest Canadian Publisher of Direct Mail Publications with over 35 million copies printed annually in the greater Toronto, Hamilton, Montreal and Ottawa areas. We require an ambitious, self-motivated, team player with outstanding communication & interpersonal skills to participate in our growth and expansion into the Ottawa regionʼs market.

The ideal candidate would have more than 3 years experience in advertising sales or similar.

Strong skills at developing new accounts and maintaining existing accounts with proven professional sales techniques are essential. The successful candidate will enjoy a rewarding career & excellent compensation package of salary, expenses and incentives. Car is a must.

Email resume to tg@dtarget.com

SPACES AVAILABLE, full time childcare, First aid and CPR, Smoke free and pet free house. References available.

15 years experience. Snacks and lunch provided. Hours 7am-5:30pm.

Call 613-622-0664

CHILD CARE SPACES AVAILABLE full-time and part-time

CALL FIRST STEPS Daycare 613-433-3754 Find us on facebook @ First Steps Daycare

FOR SALE

HOME GROWN

THANKSGIVING

TURKEYS Fresh & Homegrown

FOR SALE

CAROL and PETER NEILL R.R.#2 Arnprior

623-8802 “Make It A Family Tradition”

613259-2723

ALL HARDWOOD Cut, Split, Delivered CL370778/0301

CL307352-0913

HELP WANTED Appearances Hair Studio, licensed Hair Dresser needed.

Call Rosilee 613-333-2242, mail resume to 25169 Hwy 41 Griffith On, K0J 2R0

FOR SA S SAL SALE AL Delivery Available Call more Call ffor or m mor ore or e details deta de ta ail ilss

TENDERS

6113 859 9108 613-859-9108 WHITE LAKE, ONTARIO

Groves Park Lodge, Long Term Care Facility – Phase 2 470 Raglan Street, Renfrew, Ontario GEM Health Care Group

GEM Health Care Group invites all sub trades to submit bids for the Groves Park Lodge, Long Term Care Facility – Phase 2 project taking place at 470 Raglan Street in Renfrew, Ontario.

Groves Park Lodge is a 90 bed long term care centre located in beautiful Renfrew, Ontario. A single floor facility, Groves Park Lodge was acquired by GEM Health Care Group in 1981 and through recent additions and renovations, has continued to set the standard for long term care in the Renfrew area. Groves Park Lodge will soon be undergoing the demolition of the original 1975 section of the building and the construction of an addition, increasing the number of beds to 96 and further enhancing the level of care offered at the facility. The multi phase new construction is to be undertaken to allow uninterrupted function of the facility. The renovation and addition will increase the gross footprint from 3,869m² to 6,304m².

Two sets of bid documents will be available for viewing at Groves Park Lodge by appointment only, by contacting Carrol Haywood at (613) 432 5823 or one set at the Ottawa Construction Association. Tender Documents are provided to the invited General Contractors. Bidders can purchase tender documents at their expense from the Ottawa Construction Association or WadeTech printers.

Interested sub trades must contact one or all of the invited General Contractors. No individual sub trade bids will be accepted

by Gem Health Care Group.

Bid Submission:

No bids will be accepted from General Contractors other than the four invited General Contractors listed below.

Queries during the bidding period in respect with this bid call can be directed to the Prime Consultant in writing: Robertson Martin Architects Luke Boonstra Fax: (613) 567 9462 lb@robertsonmartin.com

Invited General Contractors: M. Sullivan & Son Limited

(613) 623 6584

Thomas Fuller Construction Co., Limited (613) 820 6000 Aecon

(613) 591 3007 R.E. Hein Construction

(613) 831 2335

Bid Closing: Sealed bids by the invited General Contractors are to be submitted by Tuesday October 9, 2012 before 2:00 PM local time. Late or misdirected proposals cannot be accepted after the Closing Time and will be returned unopened. Submit the completed Bid Form and all required attachments in a sealed envelope marked and delivered as follows:

Tender: Groves Park Lodge, Long Term Care Facility – Phase 2

GEM Health Care Group.

GEM Health Care C/O Groves Park Lodge 470 Raglan Street Renfrew, Ontario K7V 1P5 Attention: Carrol Haywood

Miniature Horses For Sale Foals, Yearlings, 2 Year Old Brood Mares, Stallions

Please call 613-258-5095

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We would like to thank The Renfrew Victoria Hospital, Pembroke Hospital and the Renfrew Hospice.

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22’x8’ wooden add on for travel trailer or good shed/gazebo.

Shingled roof, door’s. Renfrew area. Best offer 613-898-0298

FOR SALE

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Margaret N. Pender

ARNPRIOR, Beautiful waterfront home, 2 bedroom plus den, 2.5 bath. Swimming, fishing, boating, Available Nov. 1st, $1800/month plus utilities.

613-623-1872 www.arnpriorwaterfront.com

FOR RENT PAKENHAM, 1 bedroom apartment, fridge, stove, laundry facility. Available August 1st, $675/month +hydro.

613-297-4888

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Sincerely, Carole Simmons and Family

Thank you to my family, friends and neighbours for their flowers, gifts and cards during my stay in the hospital and on my return home. Thank you also to Dr. Wang, 2nd floor staff of the RVH and Homecare for their excellent care.

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Special thanks to the Ottawa Heart Institute and the Pilon Family Funeral Home’s Staff for their gentleness and support.

Thank You

FOR RENT

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We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for the kindness shown from friends and family near and far in the recent passing of Wayne.

FOR RENT

CARD OF THANKS

Fresh & Local & Tasty!

FIELD TOMATOES Call to place your order for bushel, half-bushel or 4 litre baskets.

613-432-9726 Visit our website mcgregorsproduce.com for Stand locations Fresh produce also available: Sweet Corn & Beans CL376599

CARD OF THANKS

351 Lochwinnoch Rd. McNab/Braeside (follow our signs)

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Hunter Safety Canadian Firearms Courses, Carp October 5, 6, 7. Arnprior Oct 12, 13, 14 and Carp Oct 26, 27, 28. Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.

Offering affordable two bedroom apartments.

HOLBEIN, William Alexander “Sandy”

The moment that you died, Our hearts split in two, The one side filled with memories, The other died with you.

We often lay awake at night, When the world is fast asleep, And take a walk down memory lane, With tears upon our cheeks.

Remembering you is easy, We do it everyday.

But missing you is a heartache, That never goes away.

We hold you tightly within our hearts, And there you will remain.

Life has gone on without you, But it will never be the same.

For those who still have their husbands and dads, Treat him with tender care, you will never know the emptiness, As when you turn and he is not there.

BLASKIE, Corey September 11, 2011

432-1911332615

KANATA Available Immediately

It’s been a year since you’ve been tragically taken away from us, Our hearts ache for you daily, We will always miss you and love you, Auntie Heather and Alphonse GILLAN, Clarence Feb 3, 1912 - Sept 10, 1990 In loving memory of our precious Father

3 bedroom townhouse, 1.5 baths, 2 appliances, unfinished basement, one parking spot. $1038 per month plus utilities.

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It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn’t go alone, For part of us went with you, The day the angels took you home.

Love always Bev & Fred Dale & Jean Faith & Glen Nan & Woody Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren

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

Park View Apartments

Love you always, Marge, Alex and Heather

McLellan, Edgar Lloyd September 15, 1984 I miss you very very much

(across from the Hospital)

Applications being Applications being accepted from accepted from Mature Tenants Mature Tenants

Your nephew, Donny McLellan

Auto Sales & Leasing Inc.

BUSINESS SERVICES PROFESSIONAL HANDYMAN

BILL WEISS 613-570-1488 weissmaintenance@gmail.com Renfrew-Calabogie-Arnprior 332584

GEORGE’S BARBER SHOP 47 McGarry Ave Renfrew Phone 333893

613-432-9335 FIREWOOD

FIREWOOD FOR SALE

SPECIALS OF THE WEEK

MUSIC

Consolidate your Debts. 1 monthly pmt, including credit cards, taxes, collection agencies, garnishments, etc. GMC Consulting 24 hrs, Toll Free 1-877-977-0304. Services Bilingues. gmyre@debtzero.ca

FLUTE & SAXOPHONE LESSONS! All ages & levels (beginner to advanced). A few spaces still open for September and waiting for you! Customized lessons to suit your needs. Beginning piano, guitar and all theory levels also available. Call or email today for more info! 613-623-1180 or luhtavs@yahoo.ca

GUITAR LESSONS for beginners and children.

1/2 hr lesson $12.50. Contact Rylan at rylan.ld@gmail.com to book your lessons or call 613-646-7204 www.rylanlee.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

613-832-4699

LOST & FOUND

RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

FOUND Point and shoot camera in the parking lot of No Frills Sept. 4th. Call 613-432-7135 to claim FOUND: Very friendly young male all white cat. In Bank Street S area Renfrew. Call 613-433-3351

MARINE Winter boat storage- Winterizing, shrink wrapping, indoor and outdoor, $335-$425. Mobile shrink wrapping available.

613-267-3470. relax@christie lakecottages.com

Requires a

LICENSED TRADESPERSON (Gas Technician 1) LOCATION:

Pembroke Plant with frequent travel throughout county

HOURS OF WORK:

40 hours per week / 12 months per year

RATE OF PAY:

Group 10 -- $24.90 to $25.70 per hour

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Grade 12 education or equivalent. Must possess Gas Technician 1. Preference will be given for applicants with additional trade certification: Plumber, Oil Burner Technician, Refrigeration Certificate. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Shop Foreperson maintains, repairs, replaces, cleans, installs and calibrates a variety of plumbing, hot water or steam heating systems, boilers and furnaces, roof top units and fuel-fired appliances.

MORTGAGES

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

$$MONEY$$ Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 90% No income, Bad credit OK! Better Option Mortgage #10969 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

Must maintain a current knowledge of applicable standards and codes for building, plumbing, boiler and fire protection codes. Must be familiar with the "Occupational Health & Safety Act of Ontario” and associated regulations. Must have a complete knowledge of WHMIS and MSDS for materials used. Able to operate oxyacetylene torches, boiler cleaning equipment, bronzing and cutting equipment, freeze boxes, and equipment as required to perform pipefitting and sheet metal work. Must have a proven ability to read working drawings and have ability to determine material and time needed to install new or replace existing systems or equipment.

Able to direct other workers on an assignment and coordinate activities with other trades. Must have strong communication skills to instruct custodial and other staff in the basic operation of various plumbing and heating systems and equipment as necessary. Able to prepare written reports and other correspondence using applicable computer software including E-Base Maintenance Management Software Program, Excel, Word and e-mail.

Interested applicants must apply by completing the Custodial Application Form, which can be picked up at any R.C.D.S.B. location or on the R.C.D.S.B. website www.renfrew.edu.on.ca., by clicking on Departments – Human Resources - Employment Opportunities and then Custodial Application. Completed application forms quoting File Number 1247-1354 must be received by the undersigned no later than 12:00 pm (noon) on September 24, 2012. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that their application is received by the closing date.

Bill Murray, Manager Health, Safety and Facility Services 1270 Pembroke Street West Pembroke, Ontario K8A 4G4 Fax: (613) 735-6315

Primitive furniture local to the area as well as other furniture, crocks, fine art, and many other fine antique collectibles.

1614 7th Line, Carleton Place, ON Indoor/Outdoor farm location

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

2001 Nissan Sentra 4 cyl. Auto Loaded, mint Lease or buy

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. All other applicants are thanked for their interest. All offers of employment are conditional upon receipt of a current vulnerable sector screening criminal background check acceptable to the Board.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Champlain LHIN

REXALL PHARMA PLUS

Taxes and Lic. Extra More models arriving daily!

1 Cavalier left unfit $450 Member of UCDA & OMVIC Sales tax & lic extra

CAREER OPPORTUNITY CL371434

Cut, split, and delivery available.

MUSIC

Starting at 7:00 a.m.

Saturday, September 15

613-312-7511

Call Ray today 613-312-7511

SATURN ACCOUNTING SERVICES

FINANCIAL / INCOME TAX

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Lovingly remembered Your family

FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED! One Day Only, One Time Only!

211 Elliott Crescent Renfrew Hwy. 60 and Pinnacle Rd.

2000 Honda Odyssey Van 7 passenger loaded You heard right $2888.00

The “Honey Do This” Company

Gone from us, but leaving memories Death can never take away Memories that will always linger While upon this earth we stay

HUGE ANTIQUE TAG SALE

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to arrange for a showing

Ray’s

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CHRONICLE DIAMOND AWARD WINNER 2009, 2010 & 2011

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

VEHICLES

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GILLAN, Marion In loving memory of our mother, grandmother and great grandmother who passed away Sept. 18, 1990.

IN MEMORIAM

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2nd floor unit (with 2nd floor unit (with elevator access) elevator access) available. 2 bedrooms, available.

2 bedrooms, covered balcony, car covered car plug in, 5balcony, appliances plug in, 5 appliances and air conditioning. and conditioning.

Noair pets allowed.

No pets allowed.

Levi

In loving memory of a dear husband, and dad who left us so suddenly on September 13th, 2008.

IN MEMORIAM

For a viewing and more information call Derek McGrimmon

FINANCIAL / INCOME TAX

Is seeking a part-time PART TIME AND FULL TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE PHARMACY ASSISTANTS AND TECHNICIANS Accepting resumes in store at 339 Raglan St., Renfrew, ON Or fax 613-432-6511

Board Director (part-time position) The Government of Ontario is seeking expressions of interest from local citizens to serve on the Board of Directors of the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (LHIN).

LHINs are a key component of Ontario’s plan to make the health care system more client-centred and responsive to local health care needs. The LHINs respond to local population needs by planning, coordinating, integrating and funding the delivery of health services in each of the 14 regions in Ontario.

As a member of the Champlain LHIN Board of Directors, each Director is responsible for directing the affairs of the LHIN in accordance with applicable legislation, constituting documents, approved strategic and business plans and government policies established and communicated by the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care.

The Corporation of the Town of Arnprior

613-649-2631

Requires a

ANNOUNCEMENT

Deputy Treasurer

Serving on a LHIN board is a part-time appointment, involving a significant commitment, often involving meetings and/or teleconferences during and outside normal business hours. Candidates should consider their ability to make such a time commitment as part of their decision to express their interest in serving on the LHIN Board.

Faith Cruise

Salary Range: $55,045–$64,759

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The Town of Arnprior is located about 45 km west of Ottawa and has a population of approximately 8000. The Town is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the full-time position of Deputy Treasurer.

This position will report directly to the Treasurer and will be responsible to manage the day-to-day administration of the general accounting, revenue collection and payroll operations, as well as provide assistance and support to the Treasurer in carrying out financial functions relating to planning, budgeting, analysis, monitoring as well as preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports for Departments and Council.

Submission Deadline: Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and covering letter, to be received no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 28, 2012, to:

Great grandparents Vernon Cruise & Doreen Dagnais

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Grandparents Mark & Sherry Cruise

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Directors are appointed by Order-In-Council for a term of up to three years and are subject to renewal.

Signed applications quoting file number PAS-1272 must be received by the Public Appointment Secretariat by September 21, 2012.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

All application forms quoting the appropriate file number must be addressed to:

Jennifer Morawiec, Treasurer Elect Corporation of the Town of Arnprior 105 Elgin Street West Arnprior ON K7S 0A8 Fax: 613-623-9960 Email: jmorawiec@arnprior.ca

All applicants are thanked for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be receive a response. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection and will not be used for any other purpose.

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Note: Fluency in French and English is an asset.

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McGRIMMON HOLDINGS

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

Public Appointments Secretariat Whitney Block, Room 2440 99 Wellesley Street West Toronto, ON M7A 1W4 fax: 416-327-2633 Full details and a downloadable application form are available at www.pas.gov.on.ca.

Alternatively, you can apply online.

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HUNTING SUPPLIES

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FOR RENT

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We tied the Knot!

Christine Schlievert and Jamie Waite

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Saturday, September 1st at the Waba Cottage Museum and Gardens in White Lake Ontario.

Thank you to our beautiful ďŹ&#x201A;ower girl Brydget Gauthier.

And a special thanks to our Ushers and sons Noah and Connor Waite.

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COMING EVENTS

HELP WANTED

RENFREW POULTRY & SMALL ANIMAL buy, sell, trade . Sunday Sept 16th Renfrew Fair Grounds.

Registration 7:00 AM Sale starts 9:00 to noon. All poultry and caged birds, animals no bigger than rabbits.

No Puppies.

Concession Booth by Renfrew 4H Poultry Club.

Lisa at 613-433-9389 Township of Admaston/Bromley POLICE SERVICES BOARD Monthly Meeting.

Tuesday September 18th, 2012 at 7:30 pm at the Township Office, 477 Stone Road.

Public is Welcome!

DOG SITTING Experienced retired breeder providing lots of TLC. My home.

Smaller dogs only.

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

HELP WANTED

PropertyStarsJobs.com

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Licensed Truck Technician or Experienced Apprentice

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VOLUNTEER DIRECTOR Renfrew & Area Health Services Village Inc. If you are a community-minded individual and have a background in marketing and/or public relations, the Renfrew & Area Health Services Village would welcome your participation as a Board Member.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Act R.S.O. 1990 Chapter M.45 and will only be used to determine the qualifications for employment.

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CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF RENFREW

The Town of Renfrew is seeking a qualiďŹ ed individual to ďŹ ll the position of Town Planner.

ParaMed Home Health Care now has openings for:

POSITION DESCRIPTION &DUTIES

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Nurses (RN and RPN) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Renfrew and Arnprior areas

Come join our team and work in your own local community with opportunities in both urban and rural settings. ParaMed offers competitive pay rates, flexible work hours and a benefit package for those who qualify.

You may apply on-line at www.homecarejobs.ca OR Fax your resume to 613-728-2501 Attention: Human Resources

No experience necessary.

All training will be supplied.

Valid Ontario Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License, Class D with Z Endorsement or the ability to obtain such within a specified time will be required. Physical testing will be part of the hiring process.

COME JOIN OUR TEAM!!

Fast Growing Company Requires

613-623-9992

Preference may be given to applicants with previous fire fighting experience/training.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY TOWN PLANNER

Only selected applicants will be contacted for an interview

For more information please send a resume to Admin@scheelcommunications.com or fax to

Ottawa Valley Manufacturer since 1948

Please express your interest in writing to: Renfrew & Area Health Services Village 1 Innovation Drive Renfrew, ON K7V 0B5 or contact Shannon at (613) 432-3328 for further information. www.renfrewareahealthvillage.ca

Assistant Manager

Installer must supply own vehicle, valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, tools, ladders, consumables, vehicle insurance, etc. Potential for income between $50,000.00 to $80,000.00 yearly + bonuses.

Evening and weekend shifts required.

The Ultimate Weather Barrier

Only candidates selected will be contacted.

No phone calls please.

Noreen C. Mellema, CMO CAO/Clerk Township of McNab/Braeside 2508 Russett Drive R.R. 2 Arnprior, Ontario K7S 3G8 Phone: (613) 623-5756 ext. 222

This dynamic not-for-profit organization has seen huge success in its first ongoing initiative, which is physician recruitment.

Full Time Satellite TV Installers

DO YOU: s 0RIDE YOURSELF IN QUALITY WORK WITH GREAT attention to detail s 0OSSESS A PROFESSIONAL APPEARANCE WITH good people skills s 73)" COVERAGE ,IABILITY INSURANCE REQUIRED s &INISHED CARPENTRY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Interested applicants are invited to submit an application along with a letter of intent or resume to the undersigned clearly marked â&#x20AC;&#x153;Volunteer Firefighterâ&#x20AC;? no later than September 21, 2012

International Experience would be an asset Competitive wages & beneďŹ ts Mon. to Fri. Days Please send resume to: R&M Truck & Trailer Repairs Hartney St., Arnprior Fax: 613-623-5382 email: admin@rmtruck.ca or phone 613-623-6508

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The Township of McNab/Braeside is currently accepting applications for the Volunteer Fire Department. A serious commitment to training and active fire fighting is required.

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Window & Door Installers

Township of McNab/Braeside VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS

Up to $1500 CASH Weekly

HELP WANTED

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Reporting to the Director of Development and Works, the Town Planner shall be responsible for the Planning Section of the Department of Development and Works.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS A university degree in urban/rural planning or a related discipline, including geography or urban development.

If you are interested in this position a full job description can be obtained on line at www.town.renfrew.on.ca.

QualiďŹ ed candidates are encouraged to submit a detailed resume and letter of application by 12:00 noon, Friday, October 12, 2012 to: Mr. Michel Asselin, P.Eng. Director of Development & Works, Town of Renfrew 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew, Ontario K7V 1P8 email: masselin@town.renfrew.on.ca 376261

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WANTED

Cottage for rent Sept & Oct by week or weekends for fishing or duck hunting. Ask for Albert Fiebig 613-649-2589

2006 Buick Allure CXL, 101,000 km. Leather, fully loaded,excellent condition.

New brakes, new summers and winters all on rims. $8,900. 613-271-7513.

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

OLDANTIQUE FURNITURE, old advertising coca-cola, Mountain Dew, old gas and oil items, toys, decoys, old postcards, old Halloween and Christmas items. Call Sheryl MacKenzie at 613-432-4909

Morris Wallace

IN MEMORIAM WORK WANTED

Send A Load to the dump, cheap. Clean up clutter, garage sale leftovers or leaf and yard waste. 613-256-4613.

IN MEMORY OF

WILLIAM DAY JOHNSTON SEPTEMBER 7, 2008

IN MEMORIAM

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Weddings, Baptisms & Funerals, location of your choice. Also available small weddings, my home, weekdays. The Rev. Alan Gallichan. 613-726-0400.

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In loving memory of Pete McParland who passed away Sept 13, 1982 There are some we meet in passing, And forget as soon as they go.

There are some we remember with pleasure, And feel honoured and privileged to know.

You were that kind of person, Who leaves beautiful memories behind, And there will be many days, Which will bring fond memories to mind.

In loving memory of Dave Rancourt March 15, 1971 – September 16, 2011 It’s hard to believe, a year has past, We can’t describe how much we miss you.

You were not just a friend, but part of our family.

We had many great times and some crazy adventures, Life has not been the same without you.

So until we meet again, Your memory will be forever in our hearts.

He never looked for praises He was never one to boast He just went on working For those he loved the most His dreams were seldom spoken His wants were very few And most of the time his worries Went unspoken too He was there....

A firm foundation Through all our storms of life A sturdy hand to hold to In times of stress and strife A true friend we could turn to When times were good or bad One of our greatest blessings The man that we called Dad

Devotion to his family, a world of patience too, he always spoke a gentle word and that’s why we all miss you.

DONOHUE, Cecelia Mary Anysia (nee Jeffrey) (Organist at St. James the Less Church for 8 years and at Our Lady of Fatima Church for 15 years. Longtime CWL member at Our Lady of Fatima Church )

Love you always, Amy & family

With her family at Bonnechere Manor, Renfrew on Sunday, September 9, 2012 at the age of 93. Cecelia, beloved wife of the late Arnold Donohue. Cherished mother of Kathleen (Robert Thomson), Jane (Randle Donnelly), Ann, Dan (Phyllis) and Maureen (Andy Freemark). Dear mother-in-law of Dr. Chris Pinto (Liz Cotman). Much loved grandmother of Sheila (Randy), Jeffrey, Dan, Marietta and James Pinto; Sarah Lombard (Andrew), Nick and Ben Donnelly; Heather and Laura Donohue; Dane (Tia), and Fiona Freemark. Dear great-grandmother of Olivia, Dane Jr., Carter and Thomas.

Also survived by sisters-in-law Greta Jacobs, Rosemary Donohue and Jean Jeffrey and many nieces and nephews.

Cecelia was a talented pianist and organist, the best blueberry pie maker, and a doting grandmother. We will miss her greatly.

Visitation will be held at the Goulet Funeral Home, 310 Argyle St., S, Renfrew on Tuesday, September 11 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm and after 11:15 am Wednesday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima Church on Wednesday, September 12th at 12:00 pm. Interment St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Bonnechere Manor Foundation, Renfrew Victoria Hospital or the charity of your choice

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DEATH NOTICE

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Arie van Lindenberg

In memory of Corey Blaskie who passed away September 11, 2011.

In loving memory of a dear husband, father and opa who passed away September 14, 2009.

Corey’s Poem

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I have only just lost you, the pain is hard to bear, do I have to go through life knowing you’re not there, please someone explain to me why he had to go, are there any reasons I really need to know, I sit here and remember all the lovely times we shared, the talks, the laughter of everyone you cared, I am told the pain will ease in time, and I will think of him without a tear, but that will be impossible as I need to have him here, he was my very world to me, my ever guiding star, just kiss me softly on the cheek and tell me where you are.

We thought of you With love today But that is nothing new.

We thought about you Yesterday and days Before that too.

We think of you in Silence, we often speak Your name.

All we have are memories and your picture In a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake With which we’ll never part.

God has you in His keeping We have your in our hearts We love you and miss you.

Marja Barend & Angela, Joe & Gera, Matthijs & Sarah Hannah, Patrick, Ava, Owen, Olivia & Jonah

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Husband & dad are special words, words that bring to mind, a big warm smile, a helping hand, a man who was so kind.

DEATH NOTICE

WALLACE, Morris James “Morrie” – Suddenly at Trenton Memorial Hospital on Sunday, September 2, 2012 at age 57. Beloved husband of Sherry Wickins-Wallace. Cherished father of Jesse Wallace and step-father of Jennifer Calver (Brendan) and Cory Marazzo.

Grandpa Moe will be greatly missed by Grayson and Adam Calver. He was the son of Rita and the late Morris Wallace and dear brother of Donita Konyk (the late Barry) and Robert Wallace (Dora). Moe will be greatly missed by his mother and father-in-law, Doug and Pat Wickins and their family and his many family and friends in Renfrew County. Friends will be received at the MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King St. E., Cobourg on Wednesday, September 5, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, September 6, 2012 at 11 am. Those wishing may make donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of their choice. Condolences received at www.MacCoubrey.com.

In loving remembrance of a father, grandfather and friend

Always remembered Bob, Helen, Nancy & families

Love Always, Cassandra, Greg and Leslie

Love Always, Jen, Haley and Shelby

LEN ELLIOTT SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

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February 12, 1955 - September 2, 2012

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

Picked up free.

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

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

GREEN, Ruth E. J. (nee Heggart) Passed away peacefully at Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Monday, September 3, 2012, at the age of 87 with her family by her side. Beloved wife of the late Howard Green. Loving mother of Sheila Stiles (Charles), Linda Green (Roy Brown), and the late Douglas. Proud grandmother of 5 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and a great-great-grandson. Loving aunt of David Green. Dear sister of Steve Heggart, Eunice Stevens (Murl), Lois LaPierre (late Alton), and Elsie Burgess (Norris). Predeceased by her brothers Wilfred, Eric and Stewart. She will be missed by her many nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Resting at McPhail & Perkins Funeral Home, 85 Munro Ave. E., Renfrew on Friday September 7, 2012 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., and on Saturday September 8 from 2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel at 3 p.m. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Renfrew Victoria Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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

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RENFREW FAIR

Your Community Newspaper

Python gets a back rub Dawson Watson, bottom right, of Little Rayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Reptiles and his buddy, a fouryear-old reticulated python, were popular at the Renfrew Fair Sunday afternoon. This female python can grow to between 20 and 25 feet and weigh more than 100 pounds.

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James Purdy of Almonte had a good day despite the rain at the Renfrew Fair Saturday morning.

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Local events and happenings thecoming coming weeks – free non-profi t organizations.

Local events and happenings overover the weeks —tofree to non-profit organizations FAX: 613-432-6689, Email: peter.clark@metroland.com news@yourkanata.com Fax: 613-224-3330, 613-432-6689 E-mail: E-mail: peter.clark@metroland.com

The Renfrew Mercury community calendar is a free public service for not-for-profit groups. Notices appear as space permits. Please submit your information at least two weeks before the event and include a daytime contact name and phone number for clarification.

Sept. 13 and 20

Dance your way to better health! Free square dance lesson Sept. 13 and 20 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Wesley United Church Fellowship Hall, 275 Pembroke Street East, Pembroke. If you enjoy it, sign up. www.getupanddance. ca or call 613- 628-9777 for more information.

Sept. 14, 28 Renfrew Legion Branch 148 Ladiesʼ Auxiliary soup and sandwich. Cost $4, plus $1 for dessert. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sept. 14 Registration for the 2012-13 curling season at the Renfrew Curling Club, 7 to 9 p.m.

Euchre on the first and third Friday starting Sept. 15, 7:00 p.m. at the Griffith Lions Hall. Runs to Nov. 16. Sponsor Northern Lights Seniors.

Friday Afternoons

Drama Drama classes at the Renfrew Recreation Centre start in September. Call 613-4323131 for more information.

Sept. 15 Looking for something to do with the kids? Join us at the Renfrew County Plowing

19th annual golf fun day, in support of The Laurel Rafuse Memorial Trust, at the Renfrew Golf Club. Cost $105 per person, or $80 per Renfrew Golf Club members.

Cost covers green fees, golf cart, BBQ lunch, dinner and prizes. To register a team, donate a prize or sponsor a hole, please contact Ann Blimkie, Community Living Renfrew County South, 613-432-6763, or ablimkie@clrcs.com

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Sept. 16 Fashion show, art sale and tour of Horst Maria Guilhaumanʼs HMG studio-gallery, 13 Wieland Shore Road, Lake Clear from 1 to 4 p.m..

Proceeds to Hospice Renfrew.

The hosts are Helen Aikenhead of Three Wild Women Boutique, Jean Brown of Taylor Ann Designs and Horst Maria Guihauman. Also live entertainment and refreshments. Admission $25.

Greater Madawaska Seniors Housing is holding its AGM with a barbecue and entertainment at the Matawatchan Community Memorial Centre at 3 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend and hear some exciting news about recent developments related to seniors housing.

Actors needed: LAFT Players of Renfrew Theatre Group is up to their antics again.

Beside Yourself” is a zany comedy of mistaken identity and will certainly be a hit in November. Auditions Sept. 16 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Renfrew Recreation Centre, and Tuesday, Sept. 18 at the town hall boardroom from 7 to 9 p.m. If you are interested in helping with the production in any capacity, be sure to come out. Call Karen at 613-433-5795 or Ann at 613-433-9899.

Sept. 17 The Eganville and Area Horticultural Societyʼs first fall meeting is the annual fundraising Harvest Auction.

Members donate fruit, vegetables and plants from their

Renfrew Silver Seniors walking program starts Sept. 17 and runs every Monday at the Renfrew Legion from 9:30 to 11:20 a.m. Non-members welcome.

Join Ronald McDonald for an interactive story at Renfrew Pubic Library Childrenʼs Department at 6:30 p.m. Fun for the whole family but geared towards children ages 4 to 7.

For more information contact 613-432-8151 ext. 5.

Sept. 19 County of Renfrew Paramedics are holding their monthly wellness clinic at the Renfrew Recreation Centre.

Blood glucose, pulse, blood pressure, respiration, oxygen saturation and temperature are common tests completed and recorded. No appointment necessary, all are welcome to attend.

Coffee break bible study for women is a non-denominational Bible study that meets weekly on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. with a brunch and informal gathering of women from many different backgrounds.

Takes place at the Hebron Christian Reformed Church on Albert Street in Renfrew.

Studying this season is in two different groups. One group is studying the book of Matthew and the other Abraham.

Nursery is available for infants and children. Call Brenda Folkema at 613-4326022.

Funded Programs from 1 to 4 p.m. Learn about training, self-employment and job search programs.

Employment Networks, 613-432-3424 to register for workshop.

Northern Lights Seniors will be having a special presentation – Drivers Safety/65 Alive – given by the local OPP following the monthly meeting at 1:30 p.m. All welcome.

Sept. 20 Renfrew Silver Seniors noonhour luncheon and general meeting at the Renfrew Royal Canadian Legion.

Learn how to sign up, operate and navigate Facebook. 10 a.m to 4 p.m. at the Eganville

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The Barnet Agricultural Educational Centre, which is often called the Barnet Barn, is a mainstay of the annual Renfrew Fair. So is the centre’s grain box, which attracts hundreds of kids every year, like five-year-old Sophie Dwyer of Douglas.

Seniors Centre. Great for beginners. Cost is $15 per person. Register before Sept. 18.

Call 613-628-2354.

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Mixed darts at the Renfrew Legion. Contact Sheila Riopelle at 613-433-9379.

Studio or location of your choice.

Renfrew County Legal Clinic seminar from 1:30 to 4 p.m.

Come to Employment Networks to gain free legal advice and information on a variety of legal topics. Call 613-4323424 to register.

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Sept. 21 Victim Services of Renfrew County is looking for golfers to participate in its seventh annual golf tournament at the Oaks of Cobden. It includes 18 holes of golf, cart, dinner, silent auction and prizes, all beginning at noon. Cost $300 per team, or $75 per person.

If you would like to register a team or for more information, call 613-649-2852.

Information Night Thursday, Sept. 13, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

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Renfrew Dog Park fundraiser at Pet Value 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Come out to support the offleash dog park.

Sept. 22 Celebrate Renfrew and Area Seniorsʼ Home Supportʼs 25th anniversary at the AFAC Wing. Hot buffet, live entertainment and a fun casino (no money exchanged). Cost $15 per person, reception starting at 6:15 p.m. Tickets available at Aikenheadʼs Drug Store or Home Support Office.

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The Renfrew Parks and Recreation Centre is offering a free after-school program on Fridays until Dec. 21. Children are invited to the Recreation Centre after school until 6 p.m. every Friday for crafts, games and sports. No registration needed. Contact Jo-anne Caldwell, Program Coordinator at 613 432-3131 or jcaldwell@town.renfrew. on.ca

gardens and some baking and preserves as well. Our celebrity auctioneer this year is Bonnechere Valley Mayor Jennifer Murphy! Everyone is welcome to join the fun at St. Lukeʼs Lutheran Church, 7:30 p.m. Weʼll skip the meeting and start the auction right away. Social time with refreshments follows. For directions, 628-9898.

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Visit the new Eganville Farmersʼ Market, open every Friday until Thanksgiving.

Great variety of home grown or home made products including beef, pork, lamb, rabbit, poultry, produce, cider and other apple products, herbs, garlic, baking, preserves, honey, plants. Readyto-eat meals available and enjoy gourmet pizza made with farm grown products and wood fire-baked on site.

Hours 3 to 6 p.m. at Legion Field.

Match at the farm of Derrick and Catherine Smith on Foresters Falls Road near Cobden. The Kidzone will be bustling with activities such as a magic show, performances by Yaki, free pony rides, face painting, petting zoo and lots more. Free admission for kids 15 and under. Also be entertained by some great musicians, including the Douglas Connection, Emma Peever and Friends, as well as the Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums. Fun for the whole family 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, check out our website www. renfrewcountyplowmen.com

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