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Thursday, February 2, 2012 • 36 pages

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New general surgeon coming to Renfrew

Greater Madawaska Township Mayor Peter Emon gave much food for thought in his 2012 inaugural address. – Page 7 –

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A Sense of Country on Main Street is a tribute to all things nostalgic, including the memory of the owners’ grandparents who ran Blimkie’s Booth in days gone by. – Page 9 –

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Dr. Susan Krajewski is happy to be coming to town as Renfrew and Area Health Services Village’s most recently-recruited physician, and even more so after working in Vancouver last week. “While stuck in traffic for an hour (Sunday), I was even more excited (abut the decision),� she said.

Not only will there be less traffic in Renfrew for this Ottawa-born physician, but she’s familiar with the area. Dr. Krajewski has spent many summers at her grandparents’ cottage on Golden Lake.

She is scheduled to start working as the general surgeon at Renfrew Victoria Hospital in early May. For her first month, she will work in conjunction with soon-to-retire general surgeon Dr. Lance Miller.

She is the sixth physician to be recruited by the health services village. The board’s goal is to recruit 14 physicians within the decade that began in 2010.

It’s been a busy past year for Dr. Krajewski and her husband, an operating room registered

Dr. Susan Krajewski nurse, after welcoming their son Noah into the world just over a year ago. And things may not get much quieter, since the hospital’s general surgical program dealt with an estimated 1,500 surgeries last year.

References for the hospital’s newest general surgeon have been outstanding, says RVH chief executive officer Randy Penney.

In his recommendation, Dr. Morad Hameed, the director of the residency at the University of British Columbia called her “the brightest and most talented surgeon I have ever worked with.�

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Muskrat Lake water quality reaching critical level: MNR LUCY HASS

and information officer Doug Skeggs told The Renfrew Mercury last week. The visit by Skeggs and MNR Pembroke area biologist Kirby Punt was intended to bring the community up to speed on the issue.

Last spring Cobden resident Donald Broome lit a spark of controversy with a nine-part series of paid advertisements called Smeltgate, outlining concerns with the smelt population in Cobden’s small cold-water lake.

And this past November, a meeting of the

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The water quality in Muskrat Lake is deteriorating at an alarming rate and Ministry of Natural Resources staff say they’re committed to helping the community find solutions to avert an ecological tragedy. “It is, without a doubt, the biggest environmental challenge that we face in Renfrew County today,� MNR Pembroke district issues

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Cobden Conservation Club and Whitewater council solidified a call for action. Whitewater council has taken an interest and hired a consultant experienced in dealing with lake sensitivity and impacts on municipal development.

And that’s fine, says Skeggs, “Certainly the more information, the more knowledge you apply to this problem, the better chance you have of actually achieving something.�

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Mark Urbanski Riviere Des Francais, and Onaping Falls.

He holds a CMO designation from the Association of Municipal Clerk Treasurers of Ontario, and was educated at Laurentian University and the University of Western Ontario. “I’m looking forward to working with staff and council,� Urbanski said.

He is looking ahead to moving along with the township’s strategic plan and helping with the long-term finances in the community. “I am accustomed to the geographic area and the seasonal population split of an area like Greater Madawaska,� Urbanski added.

Mayor Emon asked all residents of the township to make Urbanski and his family feel at home. “When you have a chance, please take the time to welcome Mark, his wife and young family to the area and our beautiful community.� he said.

The search committee consisted of Mayor Emon, councillors Brian Hunt and Bruno Kierczak, and interim CAO Steve Fournier.

The committee was assisted by County of Renfrew’s director of human resources Bruce Beakley.

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The Griffith and Matawatchan Recreation Sports and Culture Committee has approached Greater Madawaska Council with a proposal for construction of a new community centre, and other improvements in recreation for the community of Griffith.

Melissa Inwood headed up a delegation at council Jan. 24 to present what is known as the 15 Ginza St. Project.

The project calls for the immediate construction of a new community centre, future playground, BMX/skate park, and park area for the benefit of residents and visitors in Ward 3.

The community centre will replace the existing building and be placed across from the current building on the opposite side of the rink, Inwood noted.

It will consist of a fully accessible library/classroom area, a canteen, changerooms, washrooms, a common viewing area, inside and outside storage/utility rooms and an all-purpose activity room.

The selected site is 15 Ginza St., on property owned by Greater Madawaska Township. The current outdoor rink, park and building are located there. “The existing building is no longer adequate in size, is not wheelchair accessible and requires extensive interior and exterior repairs,� Inwood said. The rink boards, surface and visitor boxes are in need of replacing, she added.

The project is broken into three phases: entire structure, interior of the activity room, and interior of the library.

Inwood said the community is in the process of getting quotes for all aspects of the new community centre,

playground, BMX/skate park and park area. “We will use a combination of grants, fundraisers, township funds and donations with in-kind services and materials to meet our goal. We will engage our community partners, municipalities, service clubs and residents to assist us in reaching our goal,� Inwood added to council.

The estimated cost is $500,000.

While the Griffith-Matawatchan committee suggested 2015 as a possible completion date for the project, GM mayor Peter Emon said 2017 would be more likely. He noted Canada celebrates its 150th birthday in 2017 and more grant money may be available at that time.

Coun. Bruno Kierczak said this projects falls in with the township’s strategic plan. It creates community development, a healthy environment and is an extremely positive move.

Councillors and Mayor Emon agree with Coun. Karin Lehnhardt’s assessment that there are issues with the building that is there now. “That building is year-to-year,� the major added. “The concept, in principle is good. We should take a further look (at the project). I certainly support it,� Coun. Brian Hunt said. “It’s a very ambitious project, a lot of challenges,� Coun. Glenda McKay observed. “It meets the needs of families and will keep them here.�

Coun. McKay added, to put the project into a timeline and incorporate it into a township plan.

Mayor Emon said the finance and administration committee will review the project, which will be brought back to council next month.

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Mark Urbanski is the new chief administrative officer for the Township of Greater Madawaska.

The township made its announcement last week. Twenty-one people applied for the job, which had been vacant since the township ended its relationship with Angela Yolkowskie in October 2011.

Urbanski began his employment as CAO Jan. 24 with his appointment by council bylaw. “It was very encouraging to see the quality and experiences of the individuals who expressed interest in joining our municipality during the search,� Mayor Peter Emon noted.

The mayor said Urbanski has the personal and professional qualities the community is seeking. “Council, staff and the community wanted an experienced chief administration officer, with a strong background in municipal management, economic development, and planning, who was looking forward to the challenge of guiding our dynamic community growth and development over the next decade,� said Mayor Emon. “Mr. Urbanski’s previous work experiences, his enjoyment working in rural communities, along with his knowledge of our strengths and our areas of future improvements attracted us to him. “All members of council are confident in the selection of Mr. Urbanski,� Mayor Emon added.

The Township of Greater Madawaska is the largest municipality in Renfrew County. “Mark’s past work in developing the infrastructure, both physical and structural, in other rural communities as they grew were further attractors for us. He has also been heavily involved in community economic development and other areas of building communities, areas where council foresees a major emphasis moving forward,� Mayor Emon added.

Urbanski presently resides in Huntsville with his wife and young family and he is expecting to move to the area.

He is an experienced professional with more than 15 years of progressive municipal management experience in Brant County, Magnetawan, North Perth, La

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Muskrat Lake is focus of water-quality concern Continued from front Skeggs says the province has both an interest in and responsibility for Muskrat Lake, and lake trout is part of that. “The issue is water quality and it’s a very serious problem,� says Skegg. “We have an overall responsibility for protecting Ontario’s biodiversity and that is clearly at risk here.�

Problems with water quality at Muskrat Lake have been attributed to a number of factors such as agriculture and shoreline property development.

Kirby Punt, area biologist with the Ministry of Natural Resources in Pembroke with a female lake trout taken off a rock shoal in Muskrat Lake in October 2007 during a spawning assessment study. MNR confirmed that lake trout are clearly laying eggs and attempting to spawn. Further study would need to be done to determine if there is any significant spawning success with survival into the adult lake trout population. Declining water quality on the lake is impacting cold water fish species such as lake trout and smelt. “We don’t know if trout were actually natural to the lake. We tend to lean toward yes because all of the conditions are there. These lakes are all glacial remnants (of a time when Champlain Lake covered the region),� says Skeggs.

THE BLAME GAME There has been one constant in the Muskrat Lake debate over the years – finger pointing.

Skeggs isn’t surprised. When communities face this kind of problem, the first reaction is often one very common to human nature – you look around for someone to blame. “It’s nobody’s fault. There’s nothing to be gained by playing a blame game on this. People made decisions 50 or 60 years ago with the best of intentions, for economic development, for developing agriculture in this county, and they didn’t know what we know today about, for example, how wetlands function in filtering surface water. We know that. “We’re living with the impact today of well-meant decisions that were made by well-meaning people 50 or 60 years ago,� says Skeggs.

Just as no one group created the problem, no one group holds the solution.

Many players will be involved as the debate unfolds.

Among them will be politicians at the federal, provincial, county and local level along with anglers, homeowners and businesses.

Other agencies will also have a role to play, particularly the Ministry of the Environment which is responsible for both general water quality and drinking water quality. The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs will also be at the table.

MNR officials have already had conversations with some of the other agencies. “We’re all on the same page in terms of the seriousness of this challenge and our desire to assist,� says Skeggs.

But first and foremost, the community has to be involved. “Ultimately, if there’s going to be a solution here, the local people have to take ownership of it,� says Skeggs, explaining if the community stopped talking about lake trout and starting tackling the issue of water quality, the province would be there for them.

MNR can assist by bringing in citizens from other communities who have faced similar challenges, like the residents of Lake Simcoe. “This has been called a mini Lake Simcoe,� says Skeggs, citing “almost identical issues.�

The Simcoe community rallied at the grassroots level to find locally-led solutions.

Skeggs says he believes Whitewater Township has the same local human resources needed to tackle this issue, and if the community rallies together to seriously seek a solution, MNR will be

there to help.

The goal now is to get people to focus on something that they, personally, might be able to change.

As a self-described eternal optimist, Skeggs hopes that will happen.

But he’s also a realist and knows money is scarce. “We don’t want to create an impression that there’s a big bag of money that somebody is going to come and drop there,� Skeggs says. “But if we come together and start to work together, we’re confident, or at least we’re committed, to try and help them.�

With the lake headed for critical collapse, there is agreement the time to act is here.

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WHEN A LAKE DIES “Folks here in this community need to understand that if you don’t address the problem that you face with the water quality on this lake, you’re not going to have economic development on this lake, you’re actually going to be in a negative position.�

Punt nods in agreement. “There’s a huge economic benefit of this lake that may be underestimated by the municipality,� he says, “Pretty well all the fish in the lake have a high growth rate.�

Skeggs dismisses the perception that the fish are there only because MNR stocks the lake. “We’ve been accused of introducing lake trout to Muskrat Lake. That’s absolutely untrue; completely, without a doubt, untrue,� he says.

He notes there are 1898 records of stocking, but the ministry doesn’t know if any stocking was done before that time. The ministry also took a stocking break between 1988 and 2000.

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SINGLE BIGGEST PROBLEM “This lake (Muskrat) is the single biggest ecological problem we face in this county today and it is a big problem. The impacts are increasing and it’s not going to get better any time soon. It’s going to get worse,� says Skeggs.

Moving forward, there are many factors to consider.

Lake trout and smelt are two of the values being affected by the water quality issues, says Skeggs. Muskrat Lake is a cold-water lake, and trout and smelt are cold-water species, but as the lake continues to degrade and water quality declines, it could reach a point where the ecosystem collapses, Skeggs warns. “MNR and Ontario have decided that, where lake trout lakes exist, we will protect them,� he says, explaining lake trout is a globally-rare species and Ontario has about 25 per cent of the world’s laketrout lakes. “That is a very challenging thing to do when you’re dealing with a lake that is on a track that Muskrat Lake is on, with seriously-declining water quality,� he continues. “But we are stocking it in an attempt – almost a desperate attempt – to maintain that lake as it as a laketrout lake.�

Meanwhile, Skeggs urges the community to face the bigger issue, noting water quality is affecting human health.

Health unit advisories have been issued to not drink, swim or bathe in the lake’s waters. That’s bad news, not just for year-round residents, but for businesses, cottagers and tourism operations as well.

MNR biologist Punt notes that in 2007, when there was an algae outbreak on Muskrat Lake, a lot of new owners called in to the ministry, saying, if they’d known they would never have bought there.

The human and ecological threat can be seen and smelled in algae blooms, some of which are the blue-green blooms that produce dangerous toxins. Their frequency, size and the length of time they stay is a growing concern. “That has potential impacts for drinking water supply and for anyone who is on that lake. That is a direct human health threat,� says Skeggs.

Business will also feel the hit. “If you have a tourism operation on that lake, how can they keep that tourism operation going if people come there to spend quality time on their holidays, on the lake, and their kids can’t swim in the lake because there may be a toxin present?�

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Warden Bob Sweet paid his respects to the families of three wellknown Renfrew County residents during his warden’s address to county council Jan. 25.

He extended condolences to the family of Henry Murdoch of Arnprior, who died Dec. 30, 2011.

Murdoch was a member of county council in 1973 and 1974, then again from 1986 to 1992. He served as the county warden in 1988.

Sweet also noted the death of 1991 county warden Dennis Carmody of Pembroke on Jan. 24 and the loss of Tom Sullivan, who died Jan. 14.

Ontario Wardens’ Caucus priorities for 2012.

These include enhancement of the Eastern Ontario Development Fund; development of an Eastern Ontario Economic Development Strategy that includes the nuclear industry and U.S.-Canada border crossings; skills and training development; and supporting the Association of Municipalities of Ontario’s pursuit of legislative changes for provincial offences administration.

Some of EOWC’s other priorities for 2012 are reducing reporting priorities for provincial long-term care and paramedic services, and increasing efficiencies for the Medical Priority Dispatch System.

Sullivan was an Arnprior councillor who sat on county council from 1966 to 1972.

Sullivan, who was perhaps best known as the leader of M. Sullivan & Son Limited in Arnprior, was involved with several major projects.

These included Renfrew County Place, Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre and Miramichi Lodge. M. Sullivan & Son also built the new auditorium at Bonnechere Manor.

In the same address, Sweet said the Eastern Ontario Regional Broadband Network Project is ahead of schedule and under budget. He noted Renfrew County’s access will be completed in 2013 and 2014.

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Seeking a $5 million facelift of its facility, the Pembroke and Area Airport Commission wants Renfrew County council to be one of its most enthusiastic supporters.

Airport commission chairman Allen Wren was joined in county council chambers Jan. 25 by a small handful of other commission members to talk about the airport’s challenges and economic goals for the near future.

Wren didn’t mention any dollar figure to council, but told The Mercury afterwards that the commission expects a fullfledged upgrade of the 5,000-foot runway, taxiways and aprons would cost about $5 million.

Upgrades are also planned for the hangar, which would include new office space.

Wren addressed council after playing a video which featured positive comments about the airport by a wide variety of people in Renfrew County.

He also spoke about how the airport is, or can be, an important part of economic development, especially given the demise of the Canadian Pacific railway in this county.

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Airport commission chairman Allen Wren addresses county council. ence to the length of the nearly-mile-long runway at the Pembroke and Area Airport.

First opened in 1954 as Browns Airfield, it is now owned by the municipalities of Laurentian Valley, Pembroke, Petawawa, Whitewater Region, Deep River and Laurentian Hills. The first 4,000 feet of runway were laid in 1968; the next 1,000 feet in 1984.

Today, it remains one of 60 certified airports in Ontario, and one of 31 not funded by the provincial or federal government, noted Wren.

He also cited the airport’s connection to many

channels of economic development in Renfrew County, including 208 charters and more than 60 Medevac health-service flights in 2010.

A stumbling block to more activity, however, is the lack of U.S.-Canada border or custom services. This absence, said Wren, limits the number of visits Renfrew County companies and potential companies could be making to the county. Each year, an estimated 50 to 100 business trips touch down at the Pembroke and Area Airport after leaving the United States.

But Wren says the number could be much higher if companies didn’t have to pay expensive airport landing fees in Ottawa or Toronto where they also deal with Canadian Customs.

Wren said more has to be done to lobby the federal government to bring customs services back to the Pembroke airport.

Border services were lost about a decade ago when the local customs agent retired, and the terrorist attacks on the New York Trade Center in September 200 did not facilitate efforts for reinstatement.

“That’s become a huge challenge because of 9/11,” said Wren.

Meanwhile, the airport

continues to talk to partners and potential partners to support upgrades to the airport.

Upgrades are necessary, said Wren, if the airport is to accommodate much heavier military aircraft coming to Canadian Forces Base Petawawa. Heavier

aircraft aren’t an issue on the frozen runways during the winter, but they are in the summer.

Wren said the airport would like to start repaving as early as this spring.

“The runway is not falling apart, but we do spend quite a lot on maintenance

and repairs,” said Wren.

The airport also seeks to generate revenue by investing in solar energy, with the installation in the near future of three 10-kilowatt panels that will create investment return within 10 years.

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Sixth doctor recruited by Renfrew and Area Health Services Village Continued from front page In a news release from the hospital, Penney said, “Her academic qualifications from (the universities of) Guelph, Toronto and Harvard, her surgical experience, and familiarity with Renfrew County will make her a great addition to our medical community.”

In Monday’s conference call, Penney noted the search committee received several good applications, but considered her an excellent candidate.

Raye-Anne Briscoe, the AdmastonBromley mayor who chairs the Renfrew and Area Health Services Village, facetiously hoped that Vancouver’s rain sends her east sooner rather than later, to join the Renfrew area’s “four-season community.”

Briscoe also noted the “stellar service” that Dr. Miller has provided for years.

Reasons for relocating to Renfrew, said Dr. Krajewski, included proximity to family, and the chance to be part of a varied general surgery practice and the community.

“I think the most important things for us,” she added, “was the collegiality at the hospital and the very, very supportive

administration.”

She said the couple also “felt a big pull to come closer to home, and Renfrew by far was the best fit for us. There are lots of reasons we decided to come.”

She and her husband, Louis Watson, visited Renfrew Victoria Hospital last November. What left a strong impression was the extent of the hospital’s facilities, given the size of the community and the hospital.

“The resources,” she said, “are above and beyond what I’ve seen in similarsized hospitals.”

Philosophically, she says she fervently believes families must be part of the process of medical care so she can build a relationship with the patient and explain what’s happening medically.

As with Dr. Miller, Dr. Krajewski will be working out of the St. Francis Memorial Hospital clinic in Barry’s Bay and at the Renfrew hospital, where all her surgeries will take place. There will also be post-op follows-ups in the Barry’s Bay area.

Dr. Krajewski recently completed a sixth-month locum at Mount St. Joseph’s Hospital. In coming to Renfrew, she says

she hopes to build on the great surgical program in place by introducing laparoscopic colon surgery. This kind of surgery, she says, “has been shown to decrease the length of stay in the hospital and get patients back to work faster.”

To help expand this program, RVH is investing up to $125,000 for equipment needed for these new procedures.

Last year’s general surgeries, said Penney, consisted of about 65 per cent arthroscopic surgeries, 30 per cent other general surgeries, and five per cent obstetrical and gynecological procedures.

Dr. Krajewski did her undergrad studies at the University of Guelph where she also played lacrosse.

She later worked for a pharmaceutical

Airport looking for support from county Continued from Page 5 Future opportunities also include the prospects of an international flight training centre operating out of the airport.

Meanwhile, Wren has asked county council to include the airport in its future economic development discussions.

“When it comes to making a region more economically prosperous, time and convenience are critical factors,” said Wren.

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“The airport is a world connection,” he added. “Every major business needs business, and the airport needs council to be its most enthusiastic supporter.”

In closing his PowerPoint presentation, he referred to the motto on the screen.

If there’s anything to be taken from his talk, Wren said he hoped it would be these words: “A mile of highway gives you a mile. A mile of runway gives you the world. I hope you’ll fly with us.”

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company, then did her medical degree at the University of Toronto. During that time she spent summers doing research into infectious diseases in Peru and Honduras.

Next, she did her general service training for surgery at the University of British Columbia. This training included surgical experience in northern Canada and on Vancouver Island. She followed with a master’s degree in public health at Harvard University, where she focused on the issue of public access to surgical care.

Dr. Krajewski speaks English, French and Spanish fluently. Her pastimes include downhill skiing, hiking, yoga and travel.

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Plenty to think about in Greater Madawaska Mayor Peter Emon’s inaugural address PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

It was a busy and productive 2011, Mayor Peter Emon told his Greater Madawaska Township council Jan. 24.

“This year has been an exciting and progressive one as we sat together as a new council, each one of us brimming with our new ideas to improve our community, our home and the home of our friends,” said Emon during his inaugural address.

“We worked hard to get out into our community and to improve our visibility and the opportunities for our community to get to know us and to get to know more about our municipality and the strengths of the municipality.”

As a veteran council member, Emon said he couldn’t remember ever being so busy with council business.

He also applauded staff ’s patience in dealing with “five energetic and excited members of council,” following the municipal elections in the fall of 2010.

The age-old issue of too many tasks and too little money emerged early in 2011 while wrestling with the budget.

However, several highlights still emerged from the year.

Two of them, said Mayor Emon, were the township’s successful showing of its past, pres-

ent and future at the county’s 150th-anniversary celebrations during Expo 150, and the inaugural music and ribfest at Calabogie Peaks that attracted about 7,000 people.

“Those were landmark achievements, as we now have demonstrated we can speak of ourselves and our community on any stage and we do not have to be shy about it,” said Emon.

“These two events announced who we are and we are not going away and we will compete with any community anywhere, any time.”

A year later, council is looking at completing another annual budget.

“Our budget is virtually complete, a responsible document which continues to invest in our assets as a corporation and as a community,” said Emon.

“This year we will continue with additional investment in smaller road repairs and construction. It is likely we will replace some of our public works equipment and also add another light duty truck. Our tax rate will remain as the third lowest in Renfrew County.”

Emon also promised that the township will continue to investment in fire services training and safety equipment.

Additional reinvestment in office hardware and training will conclude this year, said Emon.

Later this year, council is also expected to make an announcement about a long-term solution to overcrowding in the municipal office.

Emon also addressed the issue of doctor recruitment, as part of its partnership. Greater Madawaska, Horton, Renfrew, and Admaston- Bromley continue to drive the Renfrew and Area Health Services Village, while subsequent partnering with the Renfrew Industrial Commission has resulted in more financial support for physician recruitment.

Meanwhile, Emon says the Greater Madawaska community is dependent upon the good works of its many volunteers.

Key volunteers will also be acknowledged at a special event in March, said Emon.

“We recognize the need for aggressive pursuit of scarce funds from public and not-for-profit sectors and will work hard with our community partners to ensure they get a fair hearing when funds are handed out,” said Emon.

Emon also said council looks forward to dealing with MPP John Yakabuski in “pursuit of a fair and equitable distribution of our provincial gasoline tax as well as other initiatives. This has been an issue John has been championing over the last few years.”

He also thanked the federal government through MP Cheryl Gallant for sustainable gasoline tax revenue.

However, Emon said he would also be remiss if he didn’t mention “the unfairness on how we are treated by both levels of government versus how the larger centres are treated. We don’t expect the Canada-U.S. border to be moved into Greater Madawaska overnight and $50 million dollars spilled around like free champagne at New Year’s but we want a fair shot at the money if there is any going out for projects.”

Ongoing projects, added Emon, will include council’s lobbying for “a workable solution to the Denbigh ambulance crisis. The ideal situation is the four counties involved continue to work together and grow the service provided by the station to fit the needs of the community. We will pursue any and all opportunities for funds from all levels of government, both directed and leveraged funding.”

Look for new developmentcharge rates by early summer, added Emon.

“By the end of June, I expect council will have completed the review of the development charges and set the new rates.

Council is aware the charges have to reflect actual costs of development and at the same time

be competitive enough not to scare away development. These reviews in conjunction with the continued implementation of our Strategic Plan will be clear guides to the expected progress of our community.”

Emon also promised that council will press for additional funding “for affordable housing and support our community partners as they strive to put shovel in the ground and grow these necessary services for our community.”

Lobbying will also continue for “long-promised Highway 17 expansion.”

Emon said Greater Madawaska will also support the Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus priorities, including sustainable and significant provincial and federal funding for municipal infrastructure; provincial renewal of the $80 million Eastern Ontario Development Fund; the start and continuation of compensation to municipalities for providing services to Crown Lands; and completion of the Eastern Ontario regional broadband network.

“Broadband is a necessity in rural Ontario,” stressed Emon.

“We will examine other service providers and identify the necessary components and vehicles for serving our community temporarily with a view to achieving complete service.”

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Late winter gives motorists false sense of security W

hile winter has now arrived in all its glory, it took a while to get here.

Warmer than usual months of November and December left roads in eastern Ontario relatively free of snow and ice.

The end result, it appears, may have been to give motorists a false sense of security.

With the arrival of the sub-zero temperatures and several freeze-thaw cycles, many area highways have been left in treacherous condition.

Despite the best efforts of roads crews across the region, black ice or snow drifts along highways are prevalent. But rather than adjust to the changing conditions, too many drivers have ignored the

winter challenges.

How many of us have cursed as a vehicle flies past in the fast lane in spite of the heavy slush, creating havoc by spraying slush in all directions.

The end result, so far in 2012, has been nothing short of tragic.

Recently, the Ontario Provincial Police announces its plans to step up enforcement after it was revealed 17 people have lost their lives on provincial roads so far this year.

That’s more than double the fatality rate of just one year ago when eight people died during the first three weeks of 2011.

The OPP announced its officers will focus their attention of what it calls the

“Big Four” high-risk driving behaviours: aggressive driving, distracted driving, impaired driving, and occupants not wearing safety restraints.

“The OPP is committed to addressing this disturbing start to the year with heightened education and enforcement.

We will be relentless in our approach,” Chief Superintendent Don Bell, Commander of the Highway Safety Division, has noted.

“We intend to use every available means at our disposal to stem this needless loss of lives.”

As has been done many times in the past, drivers are being cautioned to be aware of changing weather and take the necessary precautions when road condi-

tions become treacherous.

“Ontario’s winter roads make for some of the most challenging driving in Canada. Road conditions in the winter are predictable, yet drivers of all ages are often taken by surprise.

“Slow down! Drive as if your life depended on it ... because it does” notes Deputy Commissioner Larry Beechey, Provincial Commander of Traffic Safety and Operational Support.

More safety tips for winter driving, including traveller information service for weather conditions are available on the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) Winter Driving - Be Prepared, Be Safe website at www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/ safety/winterdrive/winterdrive.shtml.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Red Neck Crash Ice a success because of community help every time we needed extra hands.

Thank you, Barry Breen, for starting all of the heats and final races and all those who covered the finish line, provided MC coverage and security, keeping everyone safe.

Despite the fact that there were two incidences of vandalism to the track the race carried on and were enjoyed by all in attendance.

If this type of event is to be repeated in years ahead more bodies are needed to step forward to assist in the building of the track.

This requires snow blowing, shovelling snow, watering the track with watering can sprinklers, and packing the snow preparing it for ice. Oh, and did I mention shovelling snow!

Many worked long hours to make this event happen and we believe it was worth it for the people in Renfrew who were able to watch and cheer. Thank you to all the others who helped that I have missed mentioning and for all who enjoyed this event.

Volunteering is heart warming. I hope that many others will get involved in some volunteer work in Renfrew to share the feeling.

Grant Lavallee Renfrew

MPP Yakabuski Report from Queen’s Park JOHN YAKABUSKI Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP

During election campaigns, Dalton McGuinty paints a rosy picture of the economy, and takes full credit for it. After elections, it’s all dark clouds and rain, $16 billion in provincial deficit, and significant belt-tightening across the board, none of it his fault, but still wanting us to believe that he’s the guy who’s going to pull us out of it.

I’ll not blame the economic crisis that grips most of the world on McGuinty, but

I will lay blame for the situation in Ontario squarely at his feet, because, folks, we are where we are because this is the guy who was driving the bus. And by the narrowest of margins, he still does.

And the bus he drives is wasteful and costing us a fortune in squandered money. This past year $16 billion more than they’ve taken in. They spend a lot, but do so in poorly targeted ways, and we’re on the hook for the results, usually in the form of higher taxes and fees coupled with reduced services.

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Do you support Canadian heritage designation for the Ottawa River?

Do you support the County of Renfrew decision to obtain the county’s portion of the abandoned CP Rail line?

A) Yes. The Ottawa River is worthy of the heritage designation and the potential economic benefits such as tourism.

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B) No. The designation could result in overregulation and impact property owners’ rights along the river.

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C) The designation should be granted, with protections built in for property owners.

D) Designation of the river would likely have no real impact, either way.

A) Yes. It is important that the abandoned rail corridor remains in the public’s hands through local government.

B) No. The land should be turned back to the adjacent landowners.

C) The abandoned line should be held by 22% 0%

Renfrew County for recreation purposes.

D) The abandoned line should be held by Renfrew County for future communication or transportation purposes.

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To the editor: This year’s event was another success with 15 racers and approximately 800 spectators and a grand finale of fireworks many have never seen in Renfrew thanks to Keith Arbothnot’s Stereo Automotive.

This event would have never taken place without the help of a number of people. I want to thank Mark Lavallee for his design of the track and for his personal donating of more than 50 hours of labour building it.

Thanks to the department of works for the number of truck loads of snow delivered when we needed them, Jacob Hultink for his time and equipment in forming the base of the track and the Renfrew Fire Department who always comes through in forming the base ice.

This year the Rink Rats were able to assist and were a great help with labour and their ice making expertise. Valley Automation and Control Inc. and in particular Andy Wright for lighting up the 650 foot track and providing power for the PA system.

Thanks to the recreation centre staff and program co-ordinator Jo-Anne Caldwell who filled every request I had and came to the rescue many times.

A special thank you to Sean O’Gorman who came to the rescue many times with shovel and water cans and was available

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Remembering Emerson: Always full of life Losing a sibling is never easy. You try to remember the good times, and they help sustain you, as you come to grips with the finality of the sudden death of a loved one.

Last week my brother Emerson, who has been so much a part of these stories since their inception in 1976, passed away.

He had a massive heart attack and died in hospital in St. Thomas.

And so, this week, please let me tell you about another side of the impish brother who has peppered the pages of this paper for more than 35 years.

To do so, I have to roll back the clock to when he was only 16 years old, and when he put on the uniform of a Royal Canadian Airman. The war had barely started and he wanted so badly to be in the service. He would celebrate his 17th birthday in Holland. He wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the only Canadian â&#x20AC;&#x153;boy soldierâ&#x20AC;? to join up and head to the battlefields, he was just my brother.

His mail home was full of description. He had a great talent for painting a picture of whatever country he was in. And his ability to always see the lighter side of life certainly manifested itself when he was in Holland. He was a dispatch-rider, and a picture sent home of him straddling his motor-bike had our mother convinced he was going to end up in jail. Painted in blazing white letters on the motor were two words: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Miss Carriageâ&#x20AC;?, while others serving with him, had inscriptions like â&#x20AC;&#x153;Miss Canadaâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Miss

MARY COOK MEMORIES Americaâ&#x20AC;?!

We always thought Emerson was born laughing. When he arrived back in Canada, he and his young family took up residence in a military base. With children of his own, I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t surprised when I visited, to hear a rap on the door, and a group of youngsters standing there wanting to know if Emerson could come out and play!

He bought me my first flashy bicycle when he came home from overseas. It was blazing red! It had feathers on the handlebars, a bell the size of a platter, and shiny silver fenders. For a young girl in high school, this was the ultimate bicycle, and it served me well for many years.

Emerson was tall, and when he lived in Port Stanley, he was known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Lairdâ&#x20AC;?. He knew everyone in the town and there was no mistaking him. He often wore plusfours, a deerstalker hat, and carried a walking stick with a brass boar on the handle. A carry-over from his service days, you could see your face in his shoes.

He was very proud of his family, and was devoted to his two grandsons, Tyler and Lucas. We talked often on the phone, and he always started his conversation by saying, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well, gâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;day, gâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; day, how are things in the Valley?â&#x20AC;?

It was always my belief that the war robbed my brother of his childhood. He went overseas as a young boy, and came back a man. I often wonder if he had had the chance, could he have gone on to help design all those glass buildings we see in the cities today?

He drew them when he was a youngster around our kitchen table on the farm. We thought at the time that Emerson was â&#x20AC;&#x153;differentâ&#x20AC;? ... imagine: glass towers from ground level reaching up into the sky... imagine: elevators going up on the outside of buildings. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d laugh at the absurdity of his dreams. Yes, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Emerson is different.â&#x20AC;?

And what of the stories I told about him? Emerson allowed me generous literary licence as his mischievous behaviour became part of my tales of our growing up on a Renfrew County farm.

It was touching last Sunday at my church, when so many people gave me their sympathy and wondered if the tales about my brother would end. They will go on as before. Memories of a loved one do not cease with his passing.

And so I ask you, my faithful readers, to remember a fun-loving, often exasperating, but always full-of-life individual, who made my stories come alive. I will miss him greatly, as will those who were dear to his heart, but it is my prayer that he is in another place where he has found rest, where his wit will still be intact to amuse and, yes, perhaps confound those around him.

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Continued from Page 8 Witness the situation with Cliff Nordal the hospital executive in London, Ont. who received a $1.17 million bonus, on top of his salary, just to stay on the job for four years.

The then-chair of the London Health Science Centre, Jeff Low, who structured the deal back in 2006 keeping it secret until recently, has now been appointed chair of the Southwest Local Health Integration Network.

Earlier this week Health Minister Deb Matthews commented that the deal was â&#x20AC;&#x153;way beyond troubling.â&#x20AC;? Well madam minister, it was you who appointed Mr. Low. Honestly, they just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to get it. No wonder weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in the mess weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll leave the ORNGE air ambulance scandal for another day. If the Liberals were better stewards of the public purse, the provincial deficit would not be where it is today, something the Drummond Report points out.

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stories like the one above contributing factors.

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The Renfrew Mercury EMC - Thursday February 2 2012 9

Winter Frew Fest

Ashley Blimkie had never skated before turning up at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre.

Well, she has now. With the support of mom, Marion, Ashley strapped on the blades and took advantage of an open skating session during Frew Fest activities.

The Renfrew Firefighters fish derby, in conjunction with Frew Fest, was a chance for families and friends to get together for a good day on the Bonnechere River. Enjoying the day Saturday from left are Gaelyn Turcotte and Abby, young Ainslie Coulas, Marsha Coulas and Chelsea Bertrand.

Erika MacFarlane and Steven Hendry wait patiently Lacey Wesbrook was happy makfor a strike on the ice at the Bonnechere River during ing snow angels on the dock at the Renfrew Firefighters fish derby. the boat launch

From left, Ben Delorme, Sawyer Bridges, Katie Brydges, Cheryl Brydges and Alex Delorme, in front, were the architects of this penguin snow sculpture Saturday morning.

There’s plenty of things to do while waiting for the fish to start biting.

Fish derby a huge success PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

Saturday’s Winter Frew Fest Renfrew Firefighters ice fishing derby was a huge success with more than 100 people participating, firefighter Peter Whalen said.

The weather was good, which contributed to the high attendance.

Adult winners: First prize, $125, Brent Coulas, 3 pounds 12 ounces; second place: $75, Vance Ostroskie, 3 lb. 8 oz.; third place: $50, Bobbie-Jo Watson, 3 lbs. 6 oz.

Youth winners: First, Alexi Woito; second, Chase Cochrane; and third, Destiny Lewis.

Ryley Friske received $50 for catching

the most fish with four.

The grand prize of an ice auger donated by Gourley’s Variety was won by Kevin Crozier. The first door prize of a wine decanter collection donated by Scott’s Hardware went to John Leuvers, while Barry Dupuis won the second door prize, a decorative vase sponsored by The Korner Hutch.

The firefighters thank sponsors Gourley’s Variety, Renfrew Fish & Game Club, Renfrew Printers, and Stone Road Landscaping and Tree Service, as well as retired captain Barry Griese and Breigh Whalen for their support.

Proceeds from the derby go to Hospice Renfrew.

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Mercury photos by Peter Clark

Katie O’Nanskie shares her balloon animal with dad, John, in the upstairs hall at Ma-Te-Way Saturday afternoon. Kids received balloon animals from balloon artist Dr. Dimples. At right, Gabrielle Carthy tries out a pair of snowshoes for the hike Saturday afternoon at Ma-Te-Way Park.

Business

Mel Blimkie and sister Lynn Parsons Dykeman hold a Joanne Kalimeris painting of the store that is their inspiration – Blimkie’s Booth once run by grandparents Frank Sr. and Agnes Blimkie on Lochiel Street in Renfrew. Mercury photo by Lucy Hass

Good ol’ country comfort at A Sense of Country LUCY HASS lucy.hass@metroland.com

They’re like kids in a candy store.

Actually, they are kids in a candy store.

Mel Blimkie and sister Lynn Parsons Dykeman are following in the footsteps of their grandparents who ran Blimkie’s Booth on Lochiel Street in Renfrew, as proud owners of A Sense of Country at 169 Raglan St. S. A busy autumn led right into the Christmas rush, and now the brother-sister duo is busy restocking and expanding their retail venture.

The store carries a wide range of home furnishings, decor and gifts that fall under the genre called primitive country.

It’s a comfy, cottage style with a focus on folk art, rustic wood and wrought iron.

The store also features attractive hutches hand-crafted by Mel, who was still building cupboards the day before they officially opened in July.

“We found, when we opened, all of the stuff we had made was the first stuff to go,” Mel says.

“Now it’s turned into work,” he adds with a laugh.

So he’s back into the workshop this spring, and that suits him just fine.

“That’s my true passion,” says Mel, who welcomes custom orders.

There are plans to create a catalogue of Mel’s work and develop a website where people can check out stock.

Lynn’s passion, meanwhile, is working in the shop, greeting and helping customers.

The store has a Man Cave section that focuses on themes like fishing, hunting and cottage life, and a section devoted to special events like anniversaries and religious milestones.

There’s also a year-round Christmas room, and a display of work by local authors, artists and photographers.

“There’s so much talent here, it’s nice to bring some of it in,” says Mel. A SWEET SALUTE In tribute to their grandparents’ popular Blimkie’s convenience store, the store has a designated Candy Corner filled with tasty treats like Popeye candy sticks, sponge toffee and licorice pipes.

“When we opened the store we said, why not dedicate a corner to nostalgic candy,” says Mel. “You grew up with it, so you were always looking. We would always get excited when we found it (nostalgia candy) somewhere, so we thought, yeah, what a great idea.

“We wanted the feeling to be like that old general store, like the old Pat Lynch’s.

Come in and get this, this and this; grab a handful of candy. It was the intention to create that warmth; that nostalgic feel.

And we thought bringing in that old candy, we could do it,” says Mel. “It’s funny, now we have people coming in and asking us to find candy for them,” says Lynn. “So we’ve become this place where people come in and say, listen, when I grew up I used to eat these, as a kid. Could you please try to find them for us?”

“So we’re on a search, trying to find all these old candies that everyone remembers and we try to bring them in if we can,” says Lynn.

Some of the candies are hard to track down, but the search is worthwhile when Lynn sees a customer’s eyes light up when the goodies have been tracked down.

Lynn prefers fudge and her personal discovery for the store was a supplier from St. Jacob’s, in Mennonite country.

The store carries about 15 different flavours of this fudge, including seasonal favourites like candy cane and eggnog.

“It’s made the old-fashioned way with copper kettles and marble slab; completely homemade,” says Lynn.

The store also carries a Canadian favourite – Laura Secord chocolates.

With a very busy first Christmas behind them, the next special promotion is Valentine’s Day Feb. 14, then Easter.

Both are celebrations associated with all things sweet.

The store offers convenient gift wrapping and hand-crafted gift bags.

MAIN STREET MARKETPLACE Mel and Lynn have expanded their business to include The Main Street Marketplace – a weekend operation where space is rented out to local crafts such as knitting, carving and custom carpets.

“There’s some real talent that lives right here that we’re able to offer a little facility to them. There are five tenants now but lots of interest for the spring,” says Mel. He’s optimistic for the future, largely because of location.

“I think one of the things we’ve got going for us is that we’re downtown and that Renfrew’s downtown really is vibrant,” says Mel. Lynn agrees, noting customer flow from communities like Ottawa, Arnprior and Shawville. She hopes their business can help to attract even more traffic downtown so they can refer shoppers to the many great shops and places to eat in Renfrew.

“I couldn’t wait to get back home,” say sMel. “The people are so friendly.”

Lynn agrees and tells of people waving through the storefront window.

She has also reconnected with friends from her youth.

Lynn and husband Bob lived in the Barrie area where she worked with a school board. She also worked part-time in a gift shop similar to the one she and her brother own today.

“It took me 26 years, but now that I’m back, it’s beautiful. I forgot how nice it was,” says Lynn.

CHANGES In 2009, Mel accepted a buyout package from his employer, took a year off and didn’t know what he was going to do.

“I really liked the financial industry, but I really enjoy carpentry and I like making things,” says Mel. “Every year our family would make things instead of buying gifts. A year ago Christmas, Lynn was retiring from the school system down in the Barrie area, and her husband Bob was a retired federal government employee. They wanted to move back home to be closer to mom.”

Mel and his wife always loved the primitive country style of decor, and Lynn had experience working part-time in a similar type of store.

“We just kinda said, hey, I wonder if this would work in Renfrew? It would also be a vehicle to sell our stuff as we made it,” Mel recalls.

The brother-sister duo got excited about the idea and started researching in the new year.

In July, A Sense of Country opened.

“It was scary and exciting at the same time,” Mel recalls.

He and Lynn are especially happy to be home to spend more time with their mother Hilda and stepfather Jim Ogden, who have been proud and supportive of their new business.

CHILDHOOD MEMORIES “For as long as I can remember, the store was there,” Mel says of the old Blimke’s Booth at 53 Lochiel St. “We were very close to our grandparents,” Lynn adds. “My dad, their son, died at 39,” she explains.

“On the weekends, because we used to live in town up to 1966, just down the street, we’d take the bikes over there and get a handful of candy,” Mel recalls.

And when the close-knit family moved to the country, the booth was the place where they ended up after school if they wanted to stay in town and play volleyball or go to a dance at the Renfrew Recreation Centre.

Details of that childhood second-home are clear, from the insulated walls, to the hinges on the screens, to the ice-cold water in the old Coke cooler and posters

advertising everything from wrasslin’ at the Renfrew arena to the Renfrew Fair.

“I remember being a kid and just playing with our dinky toys here,” Mel says, pointing to an area of a black-and-white photo taken down from the office wall.

In those days, stores were very connected to the community, something Mel and Lynn wish for their own business.

“It was a social meeting spot for sure,” Mel says.

“All of his (grandpa’s) friends would be there,” Lynn agrees.

Mel says he even went through to become a certified financial planner “because I loved math and it was because of growing up with the store.”

“I can remember being this big,” says Mel, holding his hand out in front of him, palm down and not far from the floor, “and somebody coming in with a quarter and buying a drink and buying a bag of chips and grandpa sitting at the counter and telling me, ‘go ahead,’ and I would make the change.”

The coins would be pulled, not from a cash register, but “just a little drawer.”

“There was no recording of any sales until the end of the day. All they did was counted back their float and whatever was left over was a sale,” Mel says.

Those recollections of making change and learning his times tables playing cribbage are not only precious; they are also fundamental to who he is today.

“My entrepreneurial drive was from them. It had such a big effect on me, growing up in that atmosphere,” says Mel. “You weren’t sitting in the livingroom visiting, you were sitting in the store the whole time. You saw them working and wanted to do it.

“You got to fill the cooler, and you got to put the new chocolate bars out, the new candy order. That was exciting. And, ahh, the hockey cards.”

His grandparents’ generosity also struck a chord.

“Both of them were such giving people,” Mel says of Agnes and Frank Sr. “I can remember some kids coming in and they would bring in a Coke bottle – and it would be two cents, you know, for a Coke bottle. I remember grandpa getting a bag – one of those old little brown paper bags – and just grabbing a handful of things and throwing them in. And I’d look at grandpa going, like, that’s seven cents. Grandpa would just give the kid it.”

Back then, that meant a lot because treats weren’t something you got all the time. For your treats – from candy to candles to crafts – visit A Sense of County.

The store is open seven days a week: Monday to Thursday until 6 p.m., Friday to 8 p.m., Saturday to 5 p.m., and Sunday to 4 p.m.

The Renfrew Mercury EMC - Thursday February 2 2012 11

Police

Pembroke man tracked through woods, charged with break and enter The Renfrew detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded to 143 calls for service during the past week.

was charged with domestic mischief, while one female was charged under the Trespass to Property Act with failing to leave a premise when directed to do so.

BREAK AND ENTER THEFT Police responded to a break-andenter at a seasonal residence on Trevor Trail in Whitewater Region.

The call was received on Saturday, Jan. 28 about 2 p.m. when the owner arrived and discovered someone had been inside and recently ran out the back and into the woods.

Officers and the OPP canine unit attended and tracked the suspect through the woods around JeffreyOlmstead Lake and arrested a male.

A 26-year-old Pembroke man was arrested and charged with six counts of break, enter and commit mischief, and one count of mischief.

Other charges are possible as police discovered several other trailers and seasonal residences in the area had been entered.

The man was held in custody and attended a bail hearing on Jan. 30.

The accused had been the subject of a missing person notification sent

by Pembroke Police Service when he was reported missing early in December 2011. Const. Carlvin Burgins is leading the investigation.

DOMESTIC DISPUTES During the past week officers from the Renfrew OPP investigated three domestic disputes. One male

Police are investigating after a report was received that a quantity of gas was pumped into a vehicle, and then the driver left, making no attempt to pay for the gas. This occurred on Tuesday, Jan. 24 at the Pioneer gas station on Stewart Street in Renfrew. Const. Kerlous Tawdrous is investigating. Consumers are reminded there are numerous security features at most retail outlets to assist with these investigations.

Another theft occurred on Wednesday, Jan. 25 when a male was observed stealing merchandise at the Canadian Tire store and fled on foot. He was chased by two employees and police, who located the male nearby and arrested him.

The stolen property was located nearby in a recycling bin. The investigation revealed the same male was responsible for a theft at the store Jan. 7.

A 25-year-old Renfrew man was arrested and charged with two counts of theft under $5,000. He was held in custody for a bail hearing Jan. 26.

He will return to court in Renfrew Feb. 8. Sgt. Rob Guty investigated.

Police investigated a theft of jewelry on Jan. 26.

Police attended a residence in

Renfrew after the homeowner reported several rings missing. The homeowner had a suspect and police confronted the suspect. Several of the stolen rings were returned and the homeowner declined to proceed with a complaint. Const. Marc Bennett investigated.

Crime Stoppers Pembroke/Renfrew County believes that someone may have information that could assist police in solving these crimes. If you have information on any criminal offence that results in charges being laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000.

Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 735-8477 (735TIPS) or call 1-800-222-8477. All tips remain anonymous and you will not have to attend court. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call-display.

The Renfrew OPP would like to thank the volunteers from Victim Services of Renfrew County for the support provided to victims of crimes and tragic circumstances in our communities. Services provided to victims include ensure victims receive immediate support and assistance, provide referrals to appropriate community support services, and offer practical solutions to lessen the impact of a crisis.

The service is based on the concept of Neighbour helping Neighbour. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer with VCARS, please call 613-649-2852 or 1-877-568-5730 for more information.

Respect the rules of the road and the safety of your fellow drivers on our roadways.

Don’t drink and drive.

Call 9-1-1 if you suspect an impaired driver.

Mayor and Council Invite All Admaston/Bromley Township Residents To Visit our Updated and More Accessible Web Site www.admastonbromley.com

The website was launched at the Regular Council Meeting Thursday, February 2, 2012 - 477 Stone Road.

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How to handle a highway breakdown Every day, drivers call CAA South Central Ontario (CAA SCO) for service because they have either been involved in a collision or their vehicle has broken down on the side of the road.

Ending up stranded on a busy highway can be nerve wracking and that’s why it’s so important to know what to do and how to stay safe in an emergency situation.

CAA SCO, the Ministry of Transportation, the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police, the Ontario Provincial Police and Toronto Police Traffic Services have launched a “Stranded Driver” campaign to educate motorists on how to handle a breakdown or collision.

What to do if your vehicle breaks down: • Stay calm and pull off the road safely.

• Note your vehicle’s location.

This will come in handy when calling for assistance.

• If you must get out of your vehicle, watch carefully for oncoming traffic especially at night or in bad weather.

• Never stand behind or directly in front of your vehicle, as you are at risk of being struck by drivers who might not see you.

• If you cannot pull off the road, turn on your emergency flashers.

• Call 911 for help.

“Don’t assume other drivers can see you if you become stuck on the side of the road,” said Henry Westenbrink, manager ERS Operations, CAA SCO. “That’s why it is important for drivers to prepare for the unexpected.”

“Drivers should make sure their vehicles are road-ready because breakdowns and collisions can occur when least expected,” said OPP Sergeant Dave Woodford, OPP Highway Traffic Safety Division.

“If you do become stranded on a

highway, remember, don’t panic,” Sergeant Woodford added.

The “Stranded Driver” safety checklist will be available at CAA Car Care Centres, select CAA Travel Stores and select ServiceOntario locations until the end of the year.

Drivers can also download the tips at www.caasco.com/StrandedDriver and place the handy guide in their glove box.

CAA South Central Ontario is a not-for-profit auto club offering insurance, travel, automotive care and roadside services.

There are more than 1.8 million CAA members in South Central Ontario and five million members in Canada.

“We’re more than Roadside Assistance. We’re Life-side Assistance,” says their press release.

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THE RCDSB IS ISSUING A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR THE SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF SCHOOL AGENDAS TO VARIOUS RCDSB ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS. To obtain the RFP document, please visit the Renfrew County District School Board Administration Office at 1270 Pembroke Street West, email tenderrequests@ renfrew.edu.on.ca, or download from Biddingo (www. biddingo.com).

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS WITH MUNICIPAL DRAINS

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Please be advised that any landowners requiring municipal drain maintenance for 2012, please contact the municipal office at 432-2885 for a “Requisition For Municipal Drain Maintenance”.

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Healthy slice of entertainment from the healthy barber STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

Music, haircuts and appreciation of the human spirit are mainstays in barber Kate Windle’s life.

The Renfrew resident says it has taken decades to realize one item on her own bucket list, her first-ever CD, whose music and poems are all about appreciating people who have touched her life.

She notes on the jacket that proceeds will “help feed, clothe, house and educate those less fortunate,” with those causes including Sunsuntila Day Care Centre in the Zambian village of Mbala.

“As much as it’s a fundraiser, it’s more of a bucket-list thing. It’s one of those things I’m called to do,” explains Windle, who first sang on stage at age three.

The cover of this 10-part CD features a hippy-style guitar image espousing peace and love and the No. 11 sweater of former New York Rangers hockey player Mark Messier.

Windle has followed the Rangers closely since first listening, as a teenager, to Saturday night WABC radio broadcasts of their games. Her favourite player, the feisty Messier, helped the Blueshirts to the 1994 Stanley Cup. The CD makes no other reference to her No. 1 hockey team, but refers, in touching ways, to a few of the favourite people she’s had or has in her life.

The opening song, One of a Million, is about Makuka, a Zambian orphan she met during a trip to that African country about 10 years ago.

She sings about how Makuka is one IN a million, but also one OF a million who deserve a better start in life. She hasn’t seen him since, but she says his smile left a lasting impression. She has also sent funds to help build a kitchen for the or-

phanage.

Love of the human spirit is also central to other songs, as in Dreams are Like Wishes.

That song is about how a mother wakes up in the morning and no longer hears her son’s familiar voice. It could be about a boy who has left home, to live elsewhere. But in this case it’s actually about one of Windle’s twin boys who died of a heart defect when he was only three months old.

Beautifully sung, it may be the best song on the CD. “It’s about loss and letting go and knowing there’s really no loss,” says Windle of the ongoing love for a departed one.

“There’s a connection no one ever breaks … you can’t take away that love.”

She credits Charles D. Tillman and Father Roy Valiquette of Mount St. Patrick for creating the melody and lyrics of Hymn to St. Patrick, which was originally called Life’s Railway to Heaven.

Windle loves the song because of its connection to many small communities in the Ottawa Valley.

The songs and poems include her song about Renfrew’s 150th anniversary in 2008 and her poem for CBC’s Kraft Hockeyville competition a few years ago.

The Renfrew native says the song about her hometown belongs on the CD because it’s about the community she reveres more than any other, despite having travelled the world.

Another song is Momma, a tribute to her own mother (Lena) who died in her late 60s a few years after family members first learned she had Alzheimer Disease.

The song takes Windle back to her days as a girl, when she sat on her mom’s knee, held close by her warming hands and comforting words.

“That song,” explained Windle, “gave

me the strength to deal with my mom’s death. I would sing the song every time I missed her.”

As the lyrics say, Windle’s mom told her it’s okay to cry, that ladies can be strong, and that “the good ones never really die.”

Individual songs from the CD can be downloaded for 99 cents by visiting iTunes on cdbaby.com and typing in Beyond Genre.

The CD is available for $10, taxes included, at Kate’s Barber Shop and Valley Heritage Radio.

Windle is now working on a DVD about the history of Renfrew County. It’s a follow-up to her 2010 DVD production, A Celebration of Life, that combines older Beyond Genre’s jacket includes the New York historic images and modern-day content Rangers sweater No. 11, which was worn by about Renfrew.

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Chamber opens nominations for annual awards TAMMY LOGAN

Renfrew and Area Chamber of Commerce

The Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce needs public nominations in order to recognize and celebrate the people, businesses and volunteer organizations that make our community such a great place to live and work.

Previous nominees, but not recipients, from the last two years are eligible to be nominated.

• Citizen of the Year Award: Do you know an individual who has had a special

impact on our community through his or her volunteer activities? The recipient will have acted for the good of others and made a significant contribution of service during 2011.

• Youth of the Year: Do you know a young member of our community who has had a special impact on our society through their volunteer activities? The recipient will have acted for the good of others, has demonstrated exemplary leadership skills and has shown a continuing and active interest in the people of Renfrew and surrounding area. The

nominee must have made a significant contribution of volunteer service during 2011.

• Outstanding Business Achievement of the Year Award: Do you know a business that has been operating for more than one year, has a recent success story and/or demonstrated a strong commitment to their customers, employees and the community?

• Community Organization of the Year: Do you know a non-profit group or organization that, through its work or special project has generated community pride

and made a significant impact during 2011? They will also have shown continuing active interest in the welfare of the people of our area.

The deadline for nominations is noon, April, 20 2012.

Nomination forms can be obtained from the Chamber office, 161 Raglan St., 613-432-7015, our website www.renfrewareachamber.ca, or at the Renfrew Town Hall.

The annual awards semi-formal gala will take place in May 2012 at the Best Western, 760 Gibbons Rd., Renfrew.

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Based on experiences in other communities, Valleylicious has been created to promote restaurants and dining experiences throughout the Ottawa Valley as an added bonus to our winter tourism season. Scheduled to run from Feb. 3 to April 1, the event will feature

CLOSING IN ON A CENTURY RBC Royal Bank celebrated the 90th anniversary of its Renfrew branch on Jan. 20. Clients took in a glimpse of the past with amazing articles donated by McDougall Mill Museum.

Clients, staff, and retired employees also enjoyed an afternoon of coffee and cake. The Renfrew branch opened Jan. 9, 1922. Mercury photo by Peter Clark

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Valleylicious promotion part of new Renfrew County culinary tourism initiative Continued from Page 14 As an added bonus, diners that visit three or more establishments are encouraged to use and submit their Dining Out Card for a chance to win a Dine Around Bundle value at $250. Cards and details are available at any participating establishment.

Criteria for this program was developed after consultation with other communities, as well as with the Ontario Culinary Tourism Alliance. The Coun-

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Re-elected to the Heritage Renfrew board of directors were, from left, president Olga Lewis, treasurer Ken Stafford-Brown and secretary Pat Brydges.

Heritage Renfrew president re-elected at annual board meeting STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

In her second term as president of Heritage Renfrew, Olga Lewis is hoping for smoother sailing.

In her president’s address, at the organization’s annual general meeting Jan. 24, Lewis said the organization was disrupted by internal problems, but said she hopes board members work better together in 2012.

Entering 2012, the organization is without a website, but Heritage Renfrew continues to receive emails and requests (for genealogical and other historical information) from across North America.

Lewis also noted, during the meeting at the Renfrew Royal Canadian Legion, that Heritage Renfrew has purchased a com-

puter to retain a database of scanned, historic photographs from The Renfrew Mercury.

A big loss was the recent death of Martin Munhall, a long-time member and a past-president of Heritage Renfrew.

During the AGM, Lewis was elected to a second straight term as president. Ken Stafford-Brown and Pat Brydges were re-elected as treasurer and secretary respectively.

Other members elected to the board were past-president Mary Hass, vicepresident Jim MacGregor, membership chair Joyce Laird-McBride, and directors Earl Martin, Clarence McBride, Pat Patterson and Audrey Green.

There are 86 members of Heritage Renfrew, including 28 life members.

ty of Renfrew, working with the Ottawa Valley Economic Development Partners Group, are looking towards the future of culinary tourism in this area and are hoping that Valleylicious plays a complementary role in many of the great culinary offerings and events that happen in Valley communities throughout the year.

A full list of the restaurants that are participating is online at www.countyofrenfrew. on.ca/valleylicious.

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wa Valley tours of former one-room schoolhouses. She noted these schools have since been transformed into medical centres, storage facilities, community centres, meeting places for service organizations and the Buddhist Society, residences and museums.

Forbes’ own travels, in researching the book, have taken her as far north as Osceola and into “Mary Cook country” to a couple of Admaston schools.

Coincidentally, Forbes’ audience at the Renfrew Legion included Bert Brisco and wife Judy Brisco (Luker) who respectively attended SS No. 6 Admaston (Northcote) and SS No. 8 Admaston (Rosebank).

Bert recalls being taught for eight years by the same teacher, Luella Briscoe. Judy remembers one of her teachers, Ivy Latendresse, teaching her before teaching the Briscos’ first child decades later in Renfrew.

Another member of the audience was retired teacher Pauline Hughes, who still oversees classes in the renovated one-room school of SS No. 2 Admaston each spring and fall. The same school is also profiled in Perseverance, Pranks & Pride.

Forbes says the one-room schoolhouses were the heart of the community.

She says the same communities “learned to value education, and we still see that commitment in our communities today.”

“Being a teacher, originally I was only going to interview teachers,” she said. “But I soon learned that it was the students who had the best stories.”

These included outhouse antics remembered by student Allan Woodruff at SS No. 4 Nepean. He recalls the big surprise for teacher Ruth Hill (Bradley) who had the responsibility for 50 students in eight grades. One day she was in the outhouse when Woodruff ’s friend, Brian Moffet, threw a glass of water up the toilet seat. The perpetrators dashed, undiscovered, into the woods, before the teacher kept the whole class in after school.

As Forbes said, to laughter from the audience, the teacher only discovered who the perpetrators were at a school reunion 60 years later!

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Much of her vocabulary was from another era.

Author Joy Forbes, the guest speaker at the Jan. 24 annual meeting of Heritage Renfrew, spoke about potbellied stoves, students storing mice in the desk drawer to surprise an unsuspecting teacher, and the strap.

She also spoke about slate boards, outhouses, Dick, Jane and Sally books, and playgrounds that were shared with such unlikely facilities as cemeteries … as part of the bygone era of one-room schoolhouses in and around the national capital area.

Many of the anecdotes came from her book, Perseverance, Pranks & Pride: Tales of the One-Room Schoolhouse.

First published in 2010, its second printing was in 2011.

The 20 people hearing her 45-minute talk at the Renfrew Royal Canadian Legion included a few who had attended one-room schoolhouses.

All one-room schools had straps, since that was a mainstay of the teacher’s disciplinary system.

Quizzing the audience, Forbes asked how many had received the strap. A few had, for reasons that ranged from talking in line to play to playing with marbles.

Forbes, herself, never saw a school strap until she began interviews for her book.

The strap, she learned during her research for the book, was sometimes cut up into pieces by students when the teacher wasn’t around. Or it might have been hidden somewhere, or burned inside the schoolhouse’s hot stove.

One of Forbes’ anecdotes came from a man who enjoyed playing scrub while attending Upper Scotchline (SS No. 1 & 2 Bathurst and Burgess) outside of Perth.

During an interview, he said he expects to be buried near the location of the old second base, which is now part of the cemetery site.

On his tombstone, he wants inscribed: Here I lie in this place, known to me as second base, If the devil wants me, my soul will roam, If the Lord wants me, then hit me home.

Most one-room schools in the national capital area closed from 1963 and 1967. But the last one-room schoolhouse in Ontario closed in 1992, in the Renfrew County community of Griffith, said Forbes.

To which one member of the crowd pronounced that Nancy Bailey was the teacher (who later taught at Our Lady of Fatima School in Renfrew).

Forbes says she was motivated to write her book after reading Days to Remember, a book about one-room schoolhouses in the Eastern Townships.

Growing up in Montreal and Quebec City, she never saw a one-room schoolhouse in her youth.

“My idea was like Little House on the Prairie, and I thought everyone has to be really old to have gone to a one-room schoolhouse,” she said.

“But my neighbour’s in her 50s and she went to a one-room schoolhouse outside of Fitzroy Harbour,” she noted, adding several members of her church parish attended one-room schoolhouses.

She also talked about the virtual identical design of several schools, which came from school plans available through the Eaton’s catalogue.

Forbes also showed a slide of a map of Canada bearing the chocolate company name of Neilson’s. These maps were readily available to Canadian one-room schoolhouses, learned Forbes, as long as the Neilson’s brand and images of a few chocolate bars remained visible, as an inevitable invitation to kids. In fact, a William Neilson Limited survey in 1953 learned that about 55,000 of the company’s maps were sent to schools across Canada.

As a youngster, Forbes says she was exposed to the Dick, Jane and Sally series, but realized rural schools had access to many of the same learning materials. In fact, she found that very same book series, years later, in a one-room schoolhouse in Perth.

“Some people think, because you went to a one-room schoolhouse, maybe your education wasn’t as good as in the city schools. But I don’t think that was the case.”

The curriculum was the same, but what made the difference was the quality of the teaching, said Forbes.

Her oldest interviewee was a 98-year-old who has since turned 100.

From one of the SS Huntley schools, Forbes says she heard the story of how the kids would catch starlings and pigeons that flew into the attic and hide them inside the teacher’s chalk box for an inevitable surprise that day. “That provided great excitement for the day,” said Forbes.

She was also surprised to see how many one-room schoolhouses still existed, which is why she has included the schools’ addresses in the book, to facilitate Otta-

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Exploring gender, mental illness issues from a parent’s perspective SHERRY HAAIMA sherry.haaima@metroland.com Arnprior author Jamie Johnson is ready to share her story with the world.

Johnson, who writes under a pseudonym, is signing copies of her first novel, Secret Selves, this Saturday at the Arnprior Book Shop.

Secret Selves, explains Johnson, explores the process a parent goes through when their child grows up to be a little different than planned. Johnson has lived through it with her own trans son, and a second time, when her other teenage son emerged with five strange new personalities. The book, which targets parents struggling with life challenges, shows how the process of acceptance can bring back a feeling of peace, says the author.

“Your kids will not always turn out exactly as you’d planned but you’ve got to love them for who they are – just the way they are,” says Johnson. “No one is a perfect parent and we all make mistakes,” Johnson feels her father, a well known Arnprior artist and fire chief, would have been proud of her attempt to help people through art.

She says she is comfortable with people in Arnprior and the surrounding community knowing her identity but with the pseudonym she is protecting her children, especially one son whose employer might not be aware of his history. The last thing she wants is to cause any problems for her kids, says Johnson.

“It’s not a huge risk, but there is a risk he could lose his job,” she says.

The second reason for sharing her story, however, is to help others in her situation.

Johnson’s work covers subjects that are controversial and widely misunderstood.

“Many people do not understand what so many kids go through. I want people to know what it’s like to be a transgender.

I want people to learn more about how mental illness affects the members of the family. And I want people out there, like us, struggling with their own challenges, to know that they’re not alone,” says Johnson.

She allowed her children to see the book and make suggestions before it was sent off for publishing. One of them made detailed notes and offered his opin-

ions. His ultimate approval was evident at the end, however, said Johnson, with a simple ‘clap, clap, clap.’

“They’re very, very supportive because they feel the message is very important,” says Johnson.

The Arnprior entrepreneur’s short non-fiction pieces have appeared in several Canadian publications but this is her first novel, a labour of love that took five years to complete.

The process of writing and rewriting the book was very therapeutic, says Johnson, and also taught her and her children things they didn’t know about each other.

She says that she’s had nothing but positive feedback about Secret Selves.

Just last week she got a call from a mom who said the book had helped her with parenting challenges, words that make the hard work worth it.

Johnson says she wrote the book thinking she would have benefited from something similar when she was facing her own parenting challenges. But her story isn’t written like a textbook, says Johnson. Instead, it includes humour and suspense that keeps the reader interested.

The book is now available from Sense of Country in Renfrew.

Johnson’s memoir, Secret Selves, is now available at a Sense of Country (167 Raglan St., Renfrew).

Johnson will be signing copies of Secret Selves at the Arnprior Book Store (152 John St. N) on Saturday, Feb. 4 from noon to 2 p.m., where copies are for sale.

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Renfrew County

Changes needed at county council, suggests Deep River mayor STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

Deep River Mayor David Thompson has suggested Renfrew County council and staff examine how council does some of its business, if it wants younger representatives on council.

His remarks, during the Jan. 25 session of county council, were an extension of comments made by Arnprior Reeve Walter Stack at the previous weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s county council budget workshop.

To include a better cross-section of

we meet during the day, (because) that precludes a whole bunch of folks from participating in this process. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know the work level varies, depending on what committees you serve on. But on average weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re here about three days a month. That kind of means you have to be retired, self-employed or unemployed.

So with regular work, one would find it quite difficult to come in and serve in this chamber.â&#x20AC;?

In Deep River, Thompson said discussion is underway about having another council member sit on county council

society within county councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ranks, Stack suggested one step was to offerslightly more remuneration.

The newly-approved county council budget includes base salaries of $3,000 (from nothing previously) for county councillors, and a base salary increase from just over $21,000 to $25,000 for the county warden. County councillors also receive mileage allowances and per diems for half-day and full-day meetings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a financial consideration,â&#x20AC;? said Thompson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What we may need to give some consideration to is if

â&#x20AC;&#x153;because the task is too onerous to be a good mayor, a good county representative, and to be a good dad, a good husband and run a business. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just not enough hours in the day.â&#x20AC;?

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311 RAGLAN ST.

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220 CAMERON AVE

30 MURIEL AVE

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38 BLAIR LANE

2967 C CALABOGIE

Kelly Derue, Broker

580 ABERDEEN

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70 SPINDLEDRIFT, CALABOGIE

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27 FOURTH CHUTE RD.

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454 WADE AVE

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691 & 703 ABERDEEN

-Ă&#x160;Â&#x203A;Ă&#x160;näĂ&#x2021;Ă&#x2C6;Â&#x2122;ÂŁ UĂ&#x160;{Ă&#x160; i`Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x153;Â&#x153;Â&#x201C;Ă&#x160;]Ă&#x160;Ă&#x17D;Ă&#x160; >Ă&#x152;Â&#x2026;Ă&#x192; UĂ&#x160; Ă&#x20AC;i>Ă&#x152;Ă&#x160;v>Â&#x201C;Â&#x2C6;Â?Ă&#x17E;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x153;Â&#x153;Â&#x201C; UĂ&#x160;Large eat in kitchen UĂ&#x160; Â&#x153;Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x201C;>Â?Ă&#x160;Â?Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x203A;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;}Ă&#x160;Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x153;Â&#x153;Â&#x201C; Call: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

319 BALDWIN AVE.

NEW PRICE

$134,900 MLS #810030

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1048 MADAWASKA ST., CALABOGIE

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Ă&#x192;Â&#x17D;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;}Ă&#x160;*Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x2C6;Vi\Ă&#x160; $289,900. fĂ&#x201C;Â&#x2122;{]Â&#x2122;ääĂ&#x160;Ă&#x160; -Ă&#x160;Â&#x203A;Ă&#x160;nÂŁĂ&#x2021;Ă&#x17D;Â&#x2122;n Â&#x2021;Ă&#x160; >Â?>LÂ&#x153;}Â&#x2C6;iĂ&#x160; >Â&#x17D;iĂ&#x160;7>Ă&#x152;iĂ&#x20AC;vĂ&#x20AC;Â&#x153;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x152; Â&#x2021;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x17D;Ă&#x160; i`Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x153;Â&#x153;Â&#x201C;Ă&#x160;Â&#x2026;Â&#x153;Â&#x201C;i Â&#x2021;Ă&#x160;7Â&#x153;Â&#x153;`Ă&#x160; Ă&#x2022;Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;}Ă&#x160; Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x20AC;iÂŤÂ?>Vi Â&#x2021;Ă&#x160;,Â&#x153;Â&#x153;vĂ&#x152;Â&#x153;ÂŤĂ&#x160;*>Ă&#x152;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x153;Ă&#x160; Ă&#x20AC;i> - Situated in heart of the Ă&#x160;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x203A;Â&#x2C6;Â?Â?>}i Kelly Derue, Broker 613-433-2681

Â&#x2021; >Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x152;Ă&#x20AC;iiĂ&#x152;]Ă&#x160;Ă&#x2021;ääĂ&#x160;Ă&#x192;ÂľĂ&#x160;vĂ&#x152;Ă&#x160; VÂ&#x153;Â&#x201C;Â&#x201C;iĂ&#x20AC;VÂ&#x2C6;>Â?]Ă&#x160;}Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x153;Ă&#x2022;Â&#x2DC;`Ă&#x160;vÂ?Â&#x153;Â&#x153;Ă&#x20AC;]Ă&#x160; parking detached. $99,000.

Call Morris Eady

$284,900 -Ă&#x160;Â&#x203A;näĂ&#x2021;Ă&#x201C;Ă&#x17D;n UĂ&#x160;Ă&#x17D;ÂłĂ&#x160;Li`Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x153;Â&#x153;Â&#x201C;Ă&#x160;LĂ&#x2022;Â&#x2DC;}>Â?Â&#x153;Ă&#x153;Ă&#x160;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x160; desired neighbourhood.

Call: Kelly Derue - Broker, 613-433-2681

1222 GOSHEN RD

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-Ă&#x160;Â&#x203A;Ă&#x2021;Â&#x2122;Ă&#x2C6;Ă&#x2021;Ă&#x2C6;Ă&#x17D;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x160; -Ă&#x160;Â&#x203A;Ă&#x2021;Â&#x2122;Ă&#x2C6;Ă&#x2021;Ă&#x2C6;{ UĂ&#x160; >Ă&#x20AC;`Ă&#x153;Â&#x153;Â&#x153;`Ă&#x2030; iĂ&#x20AC;>Â&#x201C;Â&#x2C6;VĂ&#x160;vÂ?Â&#x153;Â&#x153;Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;} UĂ&#x160; Ă&#x2022;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x152;Â&#x153;Â&#x201C;Ă&#x160; Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x152;VÂ&#x2026;iÂ&#x2DC; UĂ&#x160; Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x2022;Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x152;iĂ&#x160; >Ă&#x152;Â&#x2026;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x160; UĂ&#x160;7>Â?Â&#x17D;Â&#x2021;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x160; Â?Â&#x153;Ă&#x192;iĂ&#x152; Call: Morris Eady 613-432-1830

900 KEDROSKY

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2857 BURNSTOWN ROAD 210 BUTLER ROAD

855 EIGHTH

JFC; Vincent Johnston Ă&#x2C6;ÂŁĂ&#x17D;Â&#x2021;{Ă&#x17D;Ă&#x17D;Â&#x2021;Ă&#x201C;Ă&#x201C;x{ 18 The Renfrew Mercury EMC - Thursday, February 2, 2012

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Call: Kelly Derue - Broker, 613-433-2681

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Cell

Sales Rep 613-401-3212

I welcome your weekend call on any listed property

Community

Digital camera workshop Feb. 8 BARB BRISTOW Renfrew Camera Club

On Wednesday, Feb. 8. at 7 p.m. in the Renfrew Town Hall boardroom, the Renfrew Camera Club will be hosting a workshop on digital camera basics.

Many people buy a digital camera and they know how to point and shoot but do not advance beyond that.

By coming out to this workshop, participants will be shown how to use more of the features on their cameras with the hope that they will become more

comfortable with them. Non-Camera Club members are asked to phone either Richard McManus 613-432-2919 or Barb Bristow 613-432-6147 to register for the session. If participants want to join the club the membership for the year is $15.

Please bring your camera and camera manual if you are planning to attend. There will be several camera club members present to answer any specific questions that you might have with your camera as well. The Renfrew Camera Club is always looking for new members.

Dr. Neufeld to speak at SJCHS Dr. Gordon Neufeld of Vancouver is returning to Renfrew to speak following his well-receieved talk at Renfrew Collegiate Institute last April.

At RCI, he spoke to an audience of more than 150 about the importance of holding on to your kids and why parents need to matter more than youngstersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; peers.This time his Wednesday Feb. 15, talk will be entitled Anxiety and Our Children.

All members of the public are welcome to attend.

The talk will be co-sponsored by Renfrew County Student Support Leadership Project as well as the school councils at

St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic High School and St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School.

His talk starts at 7 p.m.

Dr. Neufeld is the author of Hold On to Your Kids.

All costs have been covered to bring this renowned speaker to Renfrew, notes St. Thomas the Apostle School principal Connie Dick.

The organizersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; news release says Dr. Neufeld â&#x20AC;&#x153;brings a fresh and promising perspective to one of our most troubling and perplexing human problems. Making sense of anxiety is foundational to its cure.â&#x20AC;?

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627 FORTINGTON STREET

580 RAGLAN STREET S. Thank-you for your business!

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MLS#781726 280 MASK ROAD Building lot in Industrial Park just off Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien Road. MLS#779371

ALLISON SHIELDS-MULVIHILL YOUR WEEKEND SALES REPRESENTATIVE 613-433-2880

SCAN HERE FOR MORE ON OUR LISTINGS

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

HELEN VINCENT, BROKER OF RECORD Cell 613-432-0058

www.remaxrenfrew.com

330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3 432-7562 r

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, FEB. 5TH

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140 LORLEI DR. MADAWASKA WATERFRONT Here is your opportunity to live 4 seasons on the river!!!! A beautiful waterfront home, well maintained, and beautifully completed.

Two storey with wrap around porch for summer enjoyment - a deluxe kitchen - living room with corner ďŹ replace - two baths - laundry on the main level - 2 bedrooms on second ďŹ&#x201A;oor - great views of the water from every angle!!!!

Call Helen to view at 432-0058

22 EMON RD., CALABOGIE (JUST PAST THE BARRYVALE RD ON HWY 511)

110 IVY AVE.

Proceed on Raglan St.S, to Ivy Ave. and follow my signs - hope we can meet there to see this well maintained split level

A 2 bedroom well taken care of mobile on half an acre of land - 4 pce bath - living and dining and kitchen - above ground pool - central air - economical living at a price of $117,500.

Call Helen to view at 432-0058

448 MAYHEW ST. Everything you need is here at this address - two ďŹ&#x201A;oors of living space completely ďŹ nished - laminate and vinyl ďŹ&#x201A;ooring throughout the home - 2 baths - extra large deck at the rear - central air - family room in lower level and 3 rd bedroom - central air - gas heat -this home is well done .

Call Helen to see it at 432-0058

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48 STACEY DR. BURNSTOWN 157 ELK ST. HUNTER GATE SUBDIVISION Brand new 2 bedroom custom built bungalow - 2 baths - laundry on main level - large living area with living, dining and kitchen with island all open concept - hardwood and ceramic ďŹ&#x201A;ooring - fully warrantied - fully serviced lot - nice backyard backing onto parkland - sodded front lawn and seeded rear - double car garage - lots of perks!

Call Helen to view at 432-0058

LOTS FOR SALE

818 8TH ST. A totally deluxe two storey garden home with all the extras you desire - hardwood ďŹ&#x201A;ooring throughout - outstanding rear tiered deck and maintenance free yard two bedrooms on the second level with spacious 4 pce bath - half bath on the main level - family room on the lower level with adjacent utility room - Central air - gas heat - must be seen !! Call Helen at 432-0058

219 OAK STREET

Quality, EfďŹ ciency, & Comfort. This beautiful 3 BDR bungalow on a large lot has a lot to offer. Well designed I.C.F. (insulate concrete form) home. Open concept living, dining and kitchen with engineered ďŹ&#x201A;ooring to accommodate radiant propane heat. 1.5 baths. Double Car Garage. For details call Helen 613.432-0058

*534 ,)34%$ 0)..!#,% 2/!$ 5 Building Lots - Each Two Acres On Pinnacle Rd - Easy Access To Town - Paved Road Right To Your Door. All Severed And Surveyed And Ready For Your Home To Be Built Call Helen At 432-0058 "5),$).' ,/43 on Humphreyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rd (just off the Castleford Rd.) EXCELLENT LOCATION

This address has it all! Deluxe accommodation and waterfront property with an outstanding beach -this 2 storey home has an attached double car garage - Large living room with massive stone ďŹ replace as a focal point - family room, kitchen and dining room overlooking the trex front deck with your ultimate view of the water - two bedrooms on second ďŹ&#x201A;oor and 3rd on the ďŹ rst ďŹ&#x201A;oor - 2 and a half baths - timber frame construction - walk out basement - Wait until you see it - it is truly the best! Call Helen to view at 432-0058

102 HARAMIS DR. Building lot in a prime residential area, measuring 57.35 feet x 112.66 feet deep â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ready for construction to commence. s #/-- "5),$).' ,/4 - Raglan St. N. s #/-- ,!.$ (79 - Fully serviced - C-2 zoning - 3 parcels s HARAMIS DR. (Manor Estates) Fully Serviced Lots

58 ROSEBRUGH RD. (HURDS LAKE WATERFRONT) Minutes from town and paved road right to your door - 4 level split level home with fabulous shoreline on popular Hurds Lake - lots and lots of living area for you and your family - family room with ďŹ replace - two baths - 3 plus 1 bedrooms - dining room, living room, dining area, screened-in porch - large deck overlooking the waterfront and only steps away from the hot tub deck - all kinds of storage - attached single garage- Call Helen at 432-0058 to view this property

s 7!4%2&2/.4 ,/43 !6!),!",% One Located At GrifďŹ th On The Madawaska River â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Little Timber Trail Lot Measures 200 Ft X 284.06 X 286.29 Ft. X 394.59 Ft â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Great Holiday Fun For You And Your Family s /.% ,/#!4%$ !4 ,!#2/)8 "!9 2$ ,!0!33% 225 FT. of waterfront on the beautiful Ottawa River â&#x20AC;&#x201C; beautiful location and paved access right to the door

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MAKE YOUR OWN CHOICES IF YOU PURCHASE NOW. CALL HELEN AT 432-0058

2 bedroom Garden home ready for occupancy! Call Helen at 432-0058

181 ELK ST. 2 storey, 3 BDR, 1 ½ Bathroom. Fully Warranted, Lg Lot, ready for occupancy Call Helen At 613.432.0058

Mack Wilson, Developer & Hansma-Beimers Construction Ltd., Builder have been Tarion Warranty Award Winners Every Year!

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

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547 ABERDEEN Extremely well maintained 3+1 bedroom bungalow with many upgrades in a great section of town. Detached garage and private rear yard. Do not miss out on this. Call David today. MLS 818235

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95 TOWEY LANE

Make this spectacular 3 BDR on the beautiful Ottawa River your families home today. Plenty to showcase here folks, including an enclosed hot tub and gazebo, wood burning ďŹ replace, oversized 1 car garage and a private master bedroom to call your own.

For details call Dave 613.401.2824 MLS #803723

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327 LISGAR

DAVID VINCENT Sales Representative

TIMBER TRAIL

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

WATERFRONT LOT on the Madawaska River.

All ready to build your dream home or cottage.

200 ft of prime waterfront. Do not miss out.

MLS#786169 Call David. 613-401-2824.

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847 RAGLAN

34093 HWY 41 EGANVILLE

Very busy store in an excellent location. Has been recently upgraded inside. Be your own boss today. Call David. 613-401-2824.

$55,000 Just on the outskirts of Eganville. This house and property has tons of potential.

Call David to view. 613-401-2824

900 LACROIX BAY RD. OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT Excellent building lot with amazing waterfront on the Ottawa River. This lot is priced to sell at $79,900. Call David today at 613-401-2824.

MLS #796846.

Asking $169,900 A two storey garden home with 3 bedrooms, 1 and half baths, fully ďŹ nished basement - hardwood in living and dining - double tiered rear deck with an arbour - central air - paved drive Call Helen at 432-0058

Education

Students plan March trip to Europe

This has been a quieter than normal week at St. Joseph’s High School.

While the Grade 8 students have classes as normal, the 9s through 12s have been busy each morning writing exams.

Due to the snow day cancellation of school last Friday, exams for the first semester were all pushed back one day – starting on Monday and ending now on Thursday – provided that there are no more weather delays.

For some, the snow day last Friday was

a welcome delay, providing an extra day to study, while for others it was an unwelcome delay that postponed just the anxiety of exams. The second semester will begin on Monday, Feb. 6.

While the Dominican Republic Team are preparing for their humanitarian mission that will run from Feb. 9 to 16, another group of staff and students are anxiously awaiting the arrival of the March Break.

With now less than 40 days to their departure date, the Europe trip participants and parents met on Tuesday, Jan. 24 to discuss their upcoming adventure.

While originally planned to have stops in Greece and Turkey, and include a

VICTORIA SLIGHT JAGUAR JOURNAL short cruise, due to economic difficulties Education First (EF) Tours was required to make an earlier change in the itinerary. Students will now spend their 10 days departing March 11 with travel to Italy, France and Spain. Tuesday’s meeting was an opportunity to cover off some of the more important topics of travel rules and travel safety, but also provided an opportunity for students, and parents

to meet everyone who will be on the trip.

This will be the sixth March Break Europe trip for SJHS students lead by Mrs. Susan Whalen.

Auditions are complete and rehearsals are about to begin for SJHS spring musical production of A Secret Garden.

Under the direction of drama teacher Mr. Jordan DeBruyn and with musical director, Mr. Kevin McSheffrey, this classic tale of a small, unloved girl, and the surprising discoveries that she makes and new friends she meets is certain to entertain.

Performance dates will be in May. Please watch future articles for more information.

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PETER VINCENT

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

BROKER

Cell 613-432-0319

330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3 432-7562 • www.remaxrenfrew.com JU S T

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1442 OLMSTEAD JEFFREY LAKE RD. Asking $120,000, this three bedroom bungalow has 1.5 acres, needs some TLC, just off Hwy 17.

MLS# 817509

148 BANK ST Asking $159,900 for this three bedroom family home, 2 baths, freshly painted and updated. MLS# 814974.

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HOBBY FARM 22 EMON RD. Asking only $117,500 for this comfortable 2 BR home on 1/2 an acre. MLS# 818105.

Grant Settlement Rd, asking $369,900 for this 9 Acre hobby farm, large home, good barns and fencing, large heated workshop. MLS# 813108.

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MANOR ESTATES BUILDING LOT Planning on building this Spring? Call Peter about this great centrally located lot. MLS# 803130.

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READY TO MOVE INTO 2425 Eady Rd. Horton, asking $259,900, gleaming hardwood floors, three bedrooms, two baths, front porch across the front. MLS# 803335.

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FOUR ACRE COMMERCIAL LOT

KELLY’S CORNERS

Now only $199,900, fully serviced and surveyed lot, with town water, sewer, hydro, and gas existing. Many options exist for this high traffic location. MLS# 786734.

Asking $42,900. 3 Acre Building Lot at Kelly’s Corners. Call Peter.

MLS# 817056.

27 MCGARRY AVE Asking $139,900, three bedroom two storey with detached garage, requires some TLC.

SOLID FAMILY HOME Asking $119,900 for this solid brick Douglas four bedroom home on a corner lot. MLS#

SOLD GREAT FLOORPLAN Just completed, Tarion insured, open concept with three bedrooms, two baths, cathederal ceiling, full basement, an impressive home. MLS# 814502.

GREAT FAMILY HOME Ideal location, solid, four bedroom home, with finished basement, 2.5 baths, attached garage. MLS# 814204.

MLS# 815815.

NEW

271 MINK LAKE RD Asking $45,000. Already has a drilled well and septic installed, fenced lot.

MLS# 786232.

183 BONNECHERE ST. Asking $147,500, New furnace Dec 2011, tastefully decorated throughout, three bedrooms, hardwood floors, large kitchen, great central location MLS# 815235.

812576.

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OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT 12 Macs Lane, Horton. Now asking $465,000, renovated throughout, three bedroom home with fully finished walkout basement. 100 ft of sandy beach. MLS# 814321

4121 RIVER RD. Asking $249,900. Solid brick home on one acre, freshly painted, new flooring, 2+1 bedrooms. 1.5 baths. Full basment.

138 ARGYLE Many possibilities exist for this central Commercial location. MLS# 782020.

MLS# 813977.

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Education Erika Tecter stands in front of the new tree mural at Queen Elizabeth Public School.

Mercury courtesy of Jayne Stevenson

613 253 4253 Perth: 613 267 8066 Arnprior: 613 622 7759 Ottawa/Kanata: 613 422 6757 Ask how you can earn Almonte: 613 256 2310 Air Miles on your next TF all offices: 1 877 251 8672 real estate transaction Carleton Place:

Denis Lacroix**

C: 862 0811

JAYNE STEVENSON Queen Elizabeth Public School

Over the past year, staff, community members and students at Queen Elizabeth Public School have donated their time in improving the look and feel of the entrance to the school.

We would like to thank Erika Tecter of Renfrew Collegiate Institute for painting

our beautiful tree mural, Mark Haskin for his paint, time and expertise, Home Hardware for the tiles that the students painted, Sweet’s Decor for donating painting supplies, Stebro Contracting for donating paint, supplies and time.

We also thank all of the staff and students for their hard work, ideas and time.

It sure is a beautiful space.

Starting at $214,900 On site office open daily 1-4, except Fridays. New condos to be built. Close to all amenities. Reserve your unit today.

MacDonaldRowe.com

Margaret Burniston

C: 323.4903 **

Xiaodong Chen*

June Laplaunte* 622.7759 x402

C: 866.6128 $447,000 Grand Victorian! 4 bedroom, 4 bath, original trim and floors, family rm, mature gardens, updated throughout. B&B possible.

1Victoria.info

$259,900 & $257,900 New townhomes in Almonte. 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, master suite and att’d garage, finished family rm., hardwood and ceramic flooring.

Angela 613-227-2869

“Special Offer” Matthew MacAdam

C: 883 2113 *

Charlotte Leitch**

Affordable Rural Living! Just outside Village of Clayton. Three bedroom split level. Two bathrooms, single garage, lower level awaits your plan.

Standard specs and extensive line of upgrades available on request. Call for more details. MLS 809898 www. ianmcneely.com

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Len and Maureen Springer The owl is very likely coming to the barn for mice and they will leave when they can hunt in the fields. It may nest in the area later in the spring.

This little owl has a big voice and in another month you will hear them calling. They call at night and it sounds like the whinny of a horse, very distinctive.

HUGE FLOCKS Jim and Ila: I took a brief trip to the Admas-

ter gravel for their gizzards.

With that in mind, should we be putting out some kind of grit, in a safer place than the middle of a road.

Julia Dawn

JIM FERGUSON SCENE FROM THE HAWK’S EYE ton area today and here is what I observed. On the Fulton Road at a feed lot I noticed a large number of birds around the barns and feeding troughs.

When I stopped to look at them I realized that they were starlings. I estimate that there were well over 1,000 birds, either feeding on grains in the troughs or sunning themselves on the metal roof. I can’t remember seeing so many at one time particularly in mid winter.

I also came across a flock of about 35 to 40 Bohemian waxwings picking up grit and salt on the road surface.

These waxwings have to be one of the most handsome of all our local birds.

Finally, I heard a cardinal on January 25th; this is the third year in a row that I have heard the first cardinal during the last week of January.

Bob O’Donnell Thanks Bob, this seems to be the year for starlings. There is a roost in the southern United States that has millions of the birds roosting at night.

JUNIPER BERRIES Jim and Ila: Wednesday of this week, we had upwards of 40 Bohemian waxwings on a birch tree.

The main flora in that location is junipers. Are these a food source for the waxwings? We have noticed some birds picking up road salt. I’m supposing they are af-

Julia, the juniper berries are a common source of food for waxwings. Finches must have the gravel to grind their food.

Lawrence Radford has a flock of Bohemian waxwings feeding on a variety of berries near his home this week.

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CANADA GOOSE Joyce Calverley saw a Canada goose among a flock of about 33 wild turkeys. The goose was having difficulty walking in the deep snow along the Bonnechere River it would sit down and rest every little while.

Joyce said it seemed to be feeding on the grass on the bank. She said that it did not appear to be injured and flew very well. It returned on a number of occasions to feed.

We have concluded that it is spending the nights in the open water below the dam, like the one in Renfrew last winter. It will survive if no one tries to catch it.

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Hello Ila and Jim: Just thought I’d drop a note letting you know the birds are plentiful and doing well in Ashdad. I have more than 40 turkeys, and same number of blue jays coming to the mix of cracked and whole corn. Snow buntings are also enjoying the feed, with the flock growing from six to more than 100 now. Another bird, I believe to be darling starlings, enjoy the corn as well. They number more than two dozen.

On the 25th of January, I also noticed a winter robin picking at the corn. It seems to be healthy and doing well. Looking forward to seeing some of the owls you’ve mentioned that are in the area, yet to be here. Thanks for your articles, keep your eyes on the skies. Mick Mahusky Thank you, Mick.

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Art

Young talent DIANA WAKELY

Renfrew Art Guild

The Internet is a wealth of information these days. An e-mail came through recently that was inspiring and unbelievable. It was regarding a young 13-year-old girl in Idaho who is an incredible artist.

This young girl, Akiane Kramarik, has shown outstanding talent since the age of five. Her paintings are large, spiritual in subject and amazingly detailed. She believes her talent comes from God. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think anyone could argue with that. Take the time to Google her name and you will

see some incredible paintings.

Do we have an Akiane here? We might.

But we need the programs to encourage such talent. We need to make sure that talent, be it art or music, does not go unnoticed. The only way is to make sure that art, whether it is in the schools or the community, is supported and encouraged.

The Renfrew Art Guild has, for 15 years, tried to do so. RAG has instituted an award to the student, at both RCI and St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic High School, who is continuing with art at a secondary level.

We invite artists, young and old, to our meetings to interact with our members.

They are willing to share their experiences and talents.

Art Swap & Sale: On Feb. 7 we will be holding a swap and sale, when we bring in all those extra supplies we never seem to use for someone else to swap or buy to try their hand at it. Most of us have many items that we need to recycle. It is always

a fun evening.

Photography Workshop: Feb. 11 we will be holding a photography workshop with Glen Howard. He will be taking photos of your work for a cost. To secure a spot on that day, please contact Diana at 613-4333635.

Art In The Park: July 14 and 15 Haramis Park will be the place to be! Watch for more information!

Everyone is welcome to our meetings the first Tuesday of the month at TrinitySt. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Church, 291 Plaunt St., Renfrew (please use Quarry St. entrance) at 7 p.m.

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Heritage

1912: Improvements at Clark Drug Store FEBRUARY 2, 1912 IMPROVEMENTS AT CLARK DRUGSTORE: Mr. James Clark recently made two changes in his drugstore. His plate glass dispensing top was broken and his dispensing scales looked somewhat worse for wear after nearly 40 years of constant use.

Plate glass gave way to a beautiful lot of woodwork from the Barnet factory; a counter top of birch that has a sheen on it like silk; and a new dispensing scale enclosed in glass is so marvelously constructed that it shows the variation of an eighth of a gram or the marking of a black lead pencil on a sheet of paper.

BUSINESS AND REAL ESTATE SALE: Last week Mr. J.M. George sold the moving picture business of Mr. Delaney to a local syndicate, who will further fix up and embellish the hall at present in use and may, if the business seems to warrant, erect a special building

OLGA LEWIS FROM THE OLD FILES on the ground floor. This week Mr. George sold the Robert Giles Property on Main Street to Mr. E.A. Smith, the Frost and Wood agent.

FEBRUARY 4, 1937 ROWAN BROS. SAWMILL AT DOUGLAS BUSIER THAN EVER: In the Cormac news of last issue there appeared an item saying that Rowan Bros. of Douglas had moved their sawmilling machinery to Lake Clear.

The Mercury is informed by Mr. W.J. Rowan of Rowan Bros. that so far as his firm is concerned, it is not removing to Lake Clear and is still in operation at Douglas and will continue so. Rowan Bros. will be sawing this season more than at any time in the history of the firm. The Mercury

being largely circulated and read, the item in the Cormac correspondence of last issue has no doubt caused Rowan Bros. considerable inconvenience as they are being asked by many people if they are removing. This correction is to make it clear that Rowan Bros. will be operating as usual at Douglas, and busier than ever. â&#x20AC;&#x153;LUCKY THIRTEEN DAYSâ&#x20AC;?

BRING GOOD BUSINESS: The three â&#x20AC;&#x153;lucky 13 daysâ&#x20AC;? of special bargains offered by Renfrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading merchants last week proved to be good shopping days for customers and also for the merchants. There were prizes offered on each of the special days, the 13th customer on each day and in each store being presented with a useful prize of merchandise. Shoppers were also offered special reduced prices on many lines with the result that considerable new business was had by the merchants and savings on purchases made

by shoppers. Merchants interviewed by the Mercury were well pleased with the interest taken in the event and there is assurance that more â&#x20AC;&#x153;eventsâ&#x20AC;? of the kind will take place from now on. There is also a movement for the playing of a big Dollar Days sale within a few weeks.

FEBRUARY 2, 1977 MCNAB TO GET GRANT: McNab Township will receive a grant of $40,458 under the Ontario Home Renewal Program.

The township applied for the grants for the fiscal year 197677 some weeks ago. The funds are available for loans to township residents for renovations to older homes. Paul Yakabuski, Renfrew South MP, made the announcement, noting that he was pleased the township had seen fit to participate in the program because it will provide for improvements to quite a number of homes in the township.

NEW SOUND OPENS AT RENFREW: Owner Peter Aikenhead is striving for personal service and from his selection of records and catalogues, no one should have to go without the music of their choice. Requests are always welcome and even the little ones can be satisfied, as Peter carries a selection of the newest in childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s records. Music at its sweetest: rock and roll, country and western, whatever you wish. All the new sounds are available at PJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sound. The new record shop, which opened at 162 Raglan St. S., features over 1,400 records and between 500 and 600 varied titles. PJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sound is open Tuesday to Saturday and Thursday and Friday night. The bright mauve colouring and the friendly and courteous service are yours for the asking. Drop in and see the record and record care selection. If desired, Peter can arrange for stereo sales.

For help with research, call Olga Lewis at 613-432-6958..

ROBBIE BURNS CELEBRATED Quail Creek celebrated Robbie burns Day with a traditional Scottish supper. Stewart Gowans pipes the haggis into the dining room at the Quail Creek Retirement Centre, followed by Jim Wilkie and daughter Kathy McAllister. The celebration was enjoyed by residents and guests. Submitted photo

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Wolves need big finish to grab Valley Division playoff spot PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

The Renfrew Timberwolves picked up three of a possible four points over the weekend, and every one of them is needed as this race for a playoff spot is becoming tighter with only a couple of weeks left in the Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League’s Valley Division schedule.

The Wolves skated to a tense 2-2 deadlock with the Perth Blue Wings Friday night, and then topped the Metro Division’s Metcalfe Jets 5-3 in a rare Saturday afternoon encounter.

But the Stittsville Royals are suddenly winning, and are now in a deadlock with the defending division champion Wolves following a six-point weekend. And because two of the Wolves’ past three games have ended in ties, Stittsville has taken over the tie-breaker should the teams finish even in the standings.

The Wolves have six games remaining, but only two at home. Stittsville has eight games yet to play. If the Royals play at a .500 clip, the Wolves must win five of six, or go no worse than 4-1-and-1. It’s the old case of take them one at a time.

The two teams do have one rescheduled meeting in Stittsville, at the town’s old arena, on Friday, Feb. 17 at 8:30 p.m.

WOLVES 2 PERTH 2 Kurtis Leclaire snapped a rebound past Perth netminder Jeremy Wright 8:12 into the second period, and Maxine Lamontagne connected on a powerplay seven minutes later for the Wolves.

The two second-period goals brought the Wolves back from one-goal deficits on both occasions Friday.

Riley Kane in the opening stanza, and Peter McGahey on a shorthanded breakaway in the second frame, answered for the Blue Wings.

A scoreless third period and five-min-

ute overtime seemed to take on a playoff atmosphere as neither team wanted to make a mistake that might cost them the game. In Perth’s case, they had little to lose, but the Wolves are battling for postseason stakes every time out.

Renfrew native Richard Barr showed some of the form that helped the Wolves oust the then first-place Blue Wings in the Valley Division semifinal last spring.

Perhaps Barr’s best stop came in the dying seconds of the opening period.

Brett Madigan appeared to have the netminder beaten, but Barr got the paddle down to block the Perth forward’s icecutting shot.

A goal then would have given the visitors a 2-0 lead.

WOLVES 5 METCALFE 3 With the number of home games dwindling, coach Tony Iob and the Wolves knew the importance of Saturday’s Winter Frew Fest matinee contest.

The Wolves jumped out to a 2-0 first-period edge on a pair of Patrick Dick markMercury photo by Peter Clark ers, and stretched it to 5-1 off a pair of Colin Bradbury goals sandwiched around a Maxime Lamontagne (88) of the Renfrew Timberwolves digs for a loose puck while Jesse Riopelle tally in the middle period. Wolves teammate Brady Clouthier (18) waits in front of Metcalfe Jets goalkeeper Brett Still, it could have been a hair-raising Ayers. finish. With the Renfrew lead cut to 5-3 The Feb. 10 game in Shawville has been WOLVES HOWLINGS and plenty of time remaining, Wolves rescheduled to Feb. 14. penalty killers came up big as they fought This year’s Metro/Valley Conference Friday was kids night, sponsored by off a Jets two-man advantage in the third the Renfrew Millionaires. Ryan Boudreau all-star festivities are being hosted by the period.

Metcalfe Jets Feb. 11 at the Walter Baker The Wolves also ended the game two won the CCM bike from Canadian Tire.

The Wolves held a kids skills compe- Sports Centre in Ottawa. men down and without the services of defenceman Tim Riopelle, assessed a tition in conjunction with Winter Frew VALLEY DIVISION STANDINGS Fest prior to Saturday’s game. boarding major and game misconduct.

The Wolves hosted the Pontiac Juniors Each team fired 40 shots, and Barr was GP W L T OTL Pts sharp once again. He made one glove stop last night (Wednesday).

Arnprior 36 27 6 3 0 57 Their final home game of the 2011-12 Perth better than the highlight save against 38 19 14 2 2 42 Perth, and also denied Metcalfe’s Brett regular season is Friday when the Al- Almonte 36 13 17 4 2 32 Nooyen on a penalty shot with the score monte Thunder are in town at 8 p.m.

Stittsville 34 12 19 3 0 27 The Wolves then make the Quebec-side Renfrew 2-1 in the second period.

36 12 21 3 0 27 Bradbury rode in alone to score on a tour to Shawville for a 3 p.m. matinee Shawville 36 8 25 0 3 19 contest Sunday. neat move shortly thereafter.

Edwards, Vincent 2012 champs PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

The weather was just cold enough to make Renfrew Winter Frew Fest’s second annual Redneck Crash Ice Race at O’Brien Park, between the McDougall Mill Museum and the Swinging Bridge another success.

A good crowd lined along the course at the 6:30 p.m. Saturday event, and pretty well all stayed around to catch the fireworks display that followed.

The redneck races drew about a dozen competitors for a senior event, broken down into heats of three.

Caylan Edwards, left, and Josh Scobie take a break in the snowbank at the finish line folWhen the snow and the ice settled, lowing their redneck crash ice race Saturday evening.

Drew Edwards outlasted the rest of the

field to reign as 2012 champion.

A younger-age division featured three participants.

The first to win two heats and ultimately the championship was Braedon Vincent, goaltender for the Renfrew minor hockey’s Budget Roofing bantam house team.

Vincent was challenged by Dawson Campbell and Kaitlyn Kargus.

The crowd was treated to a few spectacular tumbles along the way.

The event was organized by Grant Lavallee, and son Mark was the track designer.

Lavallee worked on the track every night for close to three weeks leading up to the event.

Remembering a tough Wings loss 46 years later We had a good chat between two long-time Red Wing fans Friday afternoon in the Rat Room at Ma-Te-Way a few hours before the Wolves took on the Perth Blue Wings.

Current recreation director Barclay Mayhew crossed paths with many players who would later become National Hockey Leaguers during his days in Kingston, and despite many years of tough times for his favourite NHL team, never did his passion for the Red Wings waver.

Toronto fans still talk of the Wayne Gretzky high stick on

PETER CLARK PETER’S PUTTERINGS Doug Gilmour in 1993 that they say cost the Leafs a chance at the 1993 Stanley Cup. Well, we Detroit fans present our own case, and it goes back even farther.

Despite four Stanley Cups and a perennial challenge over the past couple of decades, our pain stretches back to 1966, and Barclay mentioned it almost right away – that famous play when a sliding Henri Richard

directed the puck behind Wings goaltender Roger Crozier to give the Montreal Canadiens a 3-2 victory in overtime, and the Cup in six games.

If they had the technology in those days, Barclay and I are sure the puck’s DNA would have been all over Richard’s glove. Crozier was brilliant for the Wings, and won the Conn Smythe Trophy in only its second year of existence.

Today’s Red Wings are on a club record 17-game home winning streak, and have dropped just three of 12 overall in 2012.

Of course, two of the losses

had to be to Toronto and Montreal. We tend to hear about those.

I will say last Wednesday’s Wings-Habs game might have been the first time they were the only game of the night in the league since that aforementioned 1966 Stanley Cup final.

Not a fan of the Pres: I don’t think Boston Bruins goaltender Tim Thomas realized he would hear so much about refusing to go to the White House with his teammates to meet president Barack Obama last week. During interviews,

Thomas did miss a great opportunity to recycle one of his good lines from last spring’s Stanley Cup final, however.

“I didn’t realize my job was to pump up his tires.” * * * The only two Montreal Canadien regulars who are Francophone are Mathieu Darche and David Desharnais.

And for this week: The NHL all-star game is in the rearview mirror for another year.

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the most money from a team. That total will be matched by its corporate office.

Event proceeds will support the Alzheimer Society of Ottawa and Renfrew Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work in providing information, support, education, and promotion of research to help individuals and families living with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease and other dementias. In Ottawa and Renfrew County, there are about 15,000 people with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease and other dementias. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Last year was our first time and we had lots of fun,â&#x20AC;? said John Wilson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We raised about $6,000 by contacting our friends through email and letting the members of my Rotary Club know we were doing it.

Everyone was very generous. Both my parents have Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, so we wanted to help the Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard on the person who has it, and everyone else around them, too.â&#x20AC;?

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At the 17th annual event at Carleton University Jan. 29 a total of 548 walkers, plus dozens of sponsors, including the Leading the Walk sponsors of Collins Barrow Chartered Accountants, and Scotiabank, thousands of donors, and hundreds of volunteers combined forces to make an incredible difference in supporting people and families living with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease and other dementias.

Two of those people who made a difference were John and Margaret Wilson.

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Emily Agnew led the Upper Ottawa Valley Ringette Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Junior B team with 12 points in two big wins over West Ottawa on the weekend.

In an 11-5 victory, Emily Agnew scored four times and added two assists. Stephanie Lee had a hat trick and Alison Doucette two goals.

Jessica Cox and Alycia Cooco both tallied a goal and two assists, while Darcey Agnew added four helpers.

In a 10-3 win, Lee scored four times and Emily Agnew three for UOV. Doucette repeated her earlier feat with two goals, and Darcey Agnew added one goal.

Rickell Blaedow, called up from the younger Tween team, had a solid day in net in both games.

Madison Stroud led the Petite B team to a 7-3 win over Gatineau at Cobdenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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Stroud scored three times while Jamie Broome, Georgia Clemmer and Ashley Hubert tallied once.

UOV followed that up with an 8-0 shutout in the rematch.

Again Stroud unloaded for a hat trick. Hubert and Clemmer each had a pair of goals and Jamie Broome one. Alison Reinhart and Katie Hall each had two assists.

The Petite C squad downed Metcalfe twice in Renfrew.

In a 7-0 win UOV got two goals from Carolyn Wytenburg, Megan Bennett, and Victoria Hanniman. Kaelyn McGrimmon rounded out the scoring. Emma Kluke recorded the shutout.

Metcalfe was tougher to beat in the rematch, but UOV prevailed 7-5 on a hat trick from Megan Bennett, a pair from Erica Mosseau, and singles by Abigail Schwan and Emma Kluke. Wytenburg was between the pipes.

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The Renfrew Legion broke a lengthy losing skid with a 7-5 win over Pitt Contracting in the Renfrew Men’s Hockey League Jan. 24.

Brett Riopelle and Steven Fraser had two goals, while goaltender Jeremy Scobie made 22 saves in the win.

Kyle Warren, Brandon Thompson and Chad Thompson added singles.

Brock Plouffe had a pair for Pitt’s. Others came from Jordan Yolkowskie, David

Closs and Corey Dougherty.

Steve Bowes was the losing goaltender, but bounced back with two wins last Thursday.

Mickey’s Promotions got a Justin Riopelle hat trick and two goals and two assists from Corey Tyo in a 5-2 win over the Legion.

Randy Smith and Brandon Thompson replied. Jeremy Scobie was between the pipes for the Legion.

Paced by a Mike Newberry hat trick, Kelly Homes got past Renfrew Pizzeria 5-3. Tony Iob and Greg Gould added singles. Iob and Chad Mullen also provided

three helpers.

Mitch Forgie had one Pizzeria marker, and earned assists on the others from Jimmy MacMillan and Patrick Pender.

Bowes earned the netminding win over Tyler Miller.

GENTS HOCKEY Paul Boudreau scored four goals and set up another to lead the Mid-Town Rug Rats to a 6-1 win over the Griffith Timbermart Kings in Gentlemen’s Hockey League action Thursday night.

Terry Mosco and Don Pierce also

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Mike McMahon put the Kings on the scoreboard.

Matthew Wolfgram posted the goaltending win over Bryden Schaap.

Jeremy Losee scored with 46 seconds remaining to give Ottawa Valley Physiotherapy a 3-2 win over B.R. Fulton Construction. Steve Radke and Shawn Mulvagh also connected in support of winning netminder Jeremy Scobie.

John Freemark and Dennis Saumure replied for Fulton’s. Schaap was the tough-luck losing goaltender.

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ARNPRIOR, Beautiful waterfront home, 2 bedroom plus den, 2.5 bath. Swimming, fishing, boating, Available March 1st, $2200/month plus utilities. 613-623-1872 www.arnprior waterfront.ca

OLD ANTIQUE 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 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY in Calabogie, 3 613-432-4909 bedroom bungalow with attached garage.

Newly painted and WANTED flooring. Excellent for DEAD OR ALIVE mature couple, minutes scrap cars Will pay $100 - $150 from skiing and golf course. $800/month, even up to $200, depending on types. first and last months rent plus heat and hyPicked up free. dro. No cats or dogs.

613-432-3464 or 613-732-2080 cell 613-432-0449 FIREWOOD

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Hardwood (mostly maple) Cut and Split Delivery Available

613-649-2631 PETS

DOG SITTING. Experienced retired breeder providing lots of TLC. My home. Smaller dogs only.

References available. $17-$20 daily.

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PUPPY KINDERGARTEN CLASSES Call Wags & Whiskers Puppy Kindergarten for well-behaved and socialized puppy. Tena and Ian, 613-623-6200 CARS FOR SALE

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

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ARNPRIOR 3 BEDROOM townhouse, close to schools, park and downtown.

Available March 1st, $900/month plus utilities.

Call 613-624-2013

Available March 1st Arnprior 3 Bedroom townhouse, 5 appliances, 1.5 bathroom, finished basement, Central Air, Gas fireplace.

1200.00 per month + utilities 613-623-8164 Duplex, 3BR, living room, diving room, full kitchen, completely renovated, new kitchen, bathroom and floors throughout. New floors, new furnace, and fresh paint. Private driveway and yard. Close to downtown and schools. $875+utilities. First, last and references required. Non-smoking and no pets.

613-432-2870

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

1 BEDROOM Apartment, in Braeside. $470 plus hydro available immediately, First and last month’s rent and references required. 613-832-5478 or 613-286-0563

FURNISHED, 2 bedroom apartment, rent by week or month. Six appliances. Fireplace.

Wireless access. 30 Elgin Street W, Downtown Arnprior.

613-622-0611.

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1 BEDROOM APT, in Renfrew for rent February 1st on third floor in secure building. $480/month with parking and laundry facilities. Call Bujold P r o p e r t i e s 613-432-0789 Leave message after hours.

LARGE 1 bedroom, downtown Arnprior, appliances, hardwood floors, heat included, Available Feb. 1st, $640/month.

613-601-4497

2 BEDROOM apartment Renfrew available March 1st, 2 baths, large deck and porch, parking, washer & dryer. $700/month plus gas and hydro.

613-432-6441 252 JOHN St N, ARNPRIOR 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 6 ELGIN ST W ARNPRIOR Corner of Elgin & Daniel, large 2-bedroom apartment, 2nd-floor, renovated, clean, quiet, safe, pet-friendly, includes parking, fridge, stove, hood-fan, 613-299-7501 Tony

NEWLY renovated 2 bedroom apartment, ground floor, private entrance in Haley Station. Heat included. No smoking, no pets, $625/month. Phone 613 - 4 3 2 - 615 6 .

Available Immediately

AVAILABLE NOW, 2bedroom apt. in Arnprior includes fridge, stove, heat and parking. tenant pays hydro. $785/month. First and last required. Please call 613-800-4338 or text 613-433-8289

1 bedroom apartment in Arnprior, walk to downtown, fully renovated, gas fireplace, parking, $625 includes utilities, call 613-623-4531

COBDEN, 1 bedroom apartment, second floor, spacious living room and kitchen, parking and laundry on site, no smoking.

613-851-4630

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

APARTMENTS IN SECURE BUILDING • Bright One & Two bedroom units with fridge, stove, carpeting throughout, elevator, ground floor laundry room , balconies on 2nd & 3rd floors, walk-out patio on ground floor, free parking with outdoor outlet.

• Central location Please respectfully, no pets, no smokers!

Campbell View & Campbell Place, Robert Street, Arnprior

613-623-7207

for viewing appointment

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

TWO BEDROOM APT for rent, central location, renovated, first and last months rent required, references, $725 includes hydro.

NEWLY RENOVATED Non-smoking, no pets.

3-bedroom house, lo- Please call cated on quiet street, 613-623-6738 close to hospital. New gas, heat & hot water.

Beautifully landscaped yard with large deck, private paved drive and small garage.

Hardwood, laminate throughout. Available Offering March or April. affordable $975+utilities. First and last required.

613-432-5177 Ask for one bedroom Lisa apartments.

McGRIMMON HOLDINGS

ONE BEDROOM, large clean apartment, second floor. 306 Stewart Street, Renfrew.

Private entrance, parking, fridge, stove and air conditioning. No smoking, no pets. Seniors preferred. $600/month plus hydro. First and last rent r e q u i r e d .

613-432-7026

ARNPRIOR ALWAYS CLEAN, MODERN Secure 1&2 Bedroom apts. on First Avenue.

Fridge, stove, parking incl. Discounts for ma- PAKENHAM, 1 BEDture tenants. 623-8537 ROOM Apartment.

RENFREW - 2 bedroom after 6pm Fridge, stove, laundry townhouse with attached garage. A/C Available March 1, facility. $650+hydro, and gas heat. One bedroom, sitting 613-297-4888 $1000/mo + utilities. room, unfurnished.

Available April 1st. Satellite, Internet, RENFREW 2 BEDCall 450-424-8781 small kitchenette, ROOM APT. quiet senWalk out summer ior bldg. Laundry, 1st non-smoking, APARTMENTS balcony. Use of main floor, WANTED kitchen, laundry and Available immediately. parking. Non-smok- Call 613-432-4909 WANTED, 1 bedroom ing, senior or couple. apartment.

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FOR RENT 613-432-5566 3 BEDROOM newly renovated, large lot, and lots of parking. 5 min walk to downtown Arnprior.

Available March 1st, heat/hydro extra. 613-229-3711

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

RENFREW, one bedroom bachelor apartment in quiet duplex.

Suitable for one person. No pets, References, first and last required. $490/month plus hydro.

613-623-2247 TWO 2-bedroom apartments available immediately. $550 and $650+utilities. Arnprior. First and last required. 613-850-4894

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613-726-0400.

2007 BLIZZARD, 600 HOSDI snowmobile, 38,000 km, excellent working condition. $5000 obo. Phone 819-647-3868

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For a viewing and more information call Derek McGrimmon

432-1911

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TWO BDRM APT, Oak St, fridge, stove, parking. $575/month* “with discount” plus hydro. One year lease.

First/last & references r e q u i r e d .

613-433-3053

WHITE LAKE VILLAGE, 15 minutes from Arnprior, renovated 1-bedroom +sunroom, 2nd floor, $650, clean, quiet, secure, pet-friendly, non-smoking, includes parking, fridge, stove, hood fan, locker, common room with fireplace, outdoor patio, 613-299-7501

SPECIAL ONE BEDROOM BACHELOR APTS. Starting from $

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650/mo., all inclusive.

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Call for available dates.

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613-281-9444

Applications being accepted from Mature Tenants

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For the second time in less than week, the Renfrew Juvenile Timberwolves turned back Arnprior in Lanark-Carleton Minor Hockey League action, this time 5-1 at Arnpriorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nick Smith Centre Friday.

Stephen Cuthill had two third-period goals to put the game away for Renfrew. Mitchell Jamieson, Curtis Millar and Ryan Cuthill had singles.

Phil Carter and Brett Riopelle chipped in with two assists. Simon Shaw lost his shutout bid with 49 seconds remaining.

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Carter, Brad Oattes and Ryan Cuthill divided Renfrew goals.

Blake Schwartz was between the pipes for the Wolves.

The Renfrew Peewee Timberwolves blanked Valley Storm 3-0 in Upper Ottawa Valley Hockey League play.

Ben Scheuneman, Alex Paquette and Cole Turcotte were Renfrew goalgetters. Cameron Iob posted the shutout.

The Peewee Wolves host Arnprior Saturday at 2:30 p.m.

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Evan Zohr, Chase Parkinson, Brad Shean and Kerrigan Landriault collected singles. Nick Hazen, Dawson Campbell and Elysa Essiambre contributed two helpers.

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NAPA Auto Parts suffered its first regular-season defeat of 2011-12 by a 2-1 margin to Beachburg in the peewee loop. Wyatt St. Michael scored the lone NAPA marker. NAPA also skated to a 2-2 tie with Pembroke. Ryan Fortin and Braedon Reinert connected.

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Jack Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Grady notched two goals and William Todd a single for the Renfrew side.

Deep River blanked Canadian Tire 6-0. Summer Simons was in goal for the Renfrew squad.

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Renfrew mixed curling club champs hoist the hardware BARBARA WESTGARTH Renfrew Curling Rink

It has been 20 years since the last mixed club champions were declared until this weekend when seven teams battled it out for the coveted spot at the Renfrew Curling Club. The double knock-out format mimicked that of more prestigious competitions in the curling world.

The semi-final was an exciting game that went into an extra, tie-breaking end. The team of Rob and Faye Warren, playing skip and third; and Rory and

Eliana McKay, second and lead, led the quarter-final through seven ends.

The team of Barb Westgarth, Don Rouble, Barb Roy and David Anderson stole one point in each of the seventh and eighth ends to tie the game. The Westgarth team went on to steal a third point in an extra end of play, sending them to the final.

The double knock-out nature of the competition resulted in the Warren team winning the semi-final game against Leo McCallum, Jane Hunter, Jim Berg and Patsy Stewart to set

round robin play against the runner-up team of Rob Warren, Bob Hay, Barrie Hanniman and Norm Warren.

There is lots of activity at the club these days. Come out and watch some great curling this Saturday.

Four senior mixed teams from the upper Ottawa Valley are facing off in the Canada Gold Whiskey Senior Zones for the right to play in the regionals and potentially provincials.

Entry is free and the bar will be open, so come on out to watch some great Canadian sport.

CAREERS

On Street Verifiers Wanted Metroland Media Group & the EMC are looking for Independent Contractors to ensure that our products are being delivered to the public. Audits will take place Thursday evenings & Fridays.

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RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Invites applications for FINANCE OFFICER - BENEFITS AND PAYROLL

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Reporting to the Manager of Finance, the successful candidate will work in a team environment to provide leadership and direction to the Benefits & Payroll department of the Board. In addition, this position plays a key role in benefit/compensation administration, negotiations and budget support.

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Happy 1st Birthday Bently Dorzek

HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours per week, 12 months a year at the Board Office location in Pembroke

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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Professional Accounting Designation – CA, CGA, CMA, Payroll and/or Benefit certification assets, Three to five years related experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: works closely with the human resources department to establish and maintain effective employee benefits programs, analyzing and reviewing benefit costing for benefit renewals, developing salary & benefit budgets for annual budgeting and labour negotiations, prepare and analyze various board financial and other reports for budgeting, monitoring, forecasting and for other purposes.

February 7, 2012

A detailed description of the Finance Officer duties is available on the Jobs link at following website: http://www.renfrew.edu.on.ca

Love you lots, Mom, Cayden, Owen, Aunt Samantha and Uncle Rodney Braxton, Bryn Grandma Barb and Grandpa Phil Xoxo

Applications referring to File Number ADM-094 must be received by the undersigned no later than 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 15, 2012. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that their application is received by the closing date.

ATTENTION: Human Resources Department Email (in doc, rtf, or pdf format): hrdept@renfrew.edu.on.ca 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

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Happy 50th Bonita Emon Riopelle Love Mom and Family

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of Rob Warren, Don Rouble, Jim Berg and Andy Humphries participated in a points bonspiel at Carleton Heights. They won 11-8 and tied 4–4. Overall points accumulated put them in first place with four other teams participating in the event.

Two senior men’s teams tied with 7-1 record in the Red Anderson draw for senior men at the club.

However, the team of David Eady, Phil Eaton, Gus Woito and Larry Visneskie were declared the draw winners as they had previously won a round in

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up the championship game between Team Warren and Team Westgarth.

The final was another exciting competition with great shots executed by both teams.

The Westgarth team won in the eighth end by one point to secure the championship.

It was a great weekend for Renfrew curling members who thank the event organizers and volunteers who made it happen.

To see a photo of the champion mixed team, go to www. yourottawaregion.com.

In other club news, the team

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Castleford Charity Ice Fishing Derby Feb. 18 PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

The popular Castleford Charity Ice Fishing Derby is running a few weeks earlier this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Due to warmer winters and unfavourable ice conditions, the Castleford Charity committee has felt the need to move up the date for the fishing derby,â&#x20AC;? committee member Don Storie said.

As a result, the seventh annual derby will run on family fishing weekend, Saturday, Feb. 18.

The Castleford Charity Ice

Fishing Derby has raised more than $25,000 for local charities over the first six years of the derby, Storie noted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All of this is made possible by the overwhelming support of our local businesses, volunteers and residents of the Valley, who support our charity efforts,â&#x20AC;?

The 2012 recipients are Community Living Renfrew County South (Arnprior and Renfrew), CEDSA (Assisting Children With Ectodermal Displasia Syndromes), and the Horton Community Centre.

Information on the fishing derby can be found at www.castlefordicefishingderby.com.

Entry fees are adults $10, and ages 17 and under, $5. Tickets are available at JRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s County Store in Chenaux, Robbins Convenience Store Braeside, Toweyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t and Tackle Arnprior, Gourleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Variety and Gas Bar Renfrew, B&B Buy Back Arnprior, and Scott & Sons Hardware and NAPA Auto Parts in Renfrew.

On derby day, tickets can be purchased at Larry Rawnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s garage at the corner of Thomson

Road and the River Road. Weighins of fish will done at the same location. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As usual, there will be many prizes drawn on your derby tickets from our pool of prizes donated by our local businesses,â&#x20AC;?

Storie said.

The adult entry draw prizes are an eight-man portable ice hut and a power auger.

The kids entry draw prize is a 110cc ATV. The person bringing in the largest fish receives $300 and a trophy.

There are also men, women, intermediate and junior categories which win money prizes and trophies.

A shanty breakfast gets underway at 6 a.m., and supper at 5 p.m. supplied by the Horton Volunteer Firefighters Association at the Horton Community Centre.

Awards are at 7 p.m. Entertainment supplied by Rick and Bailey Rogers follows. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What better way to enjoy free family fishing weekend than outside in the fresh air,â&#x20AC;? Storie said.

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Always remembered, Mom & Dad Brothers, and Amanda, Megan and Taylor

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Regan - In memory of Earle Regan, a loving husband, father and grandfather, who passed away Feb. 5, 2007. (words adapted from â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I see you Againâ&#x20AC;? by Emerson In loving memory of a Drive) dear mother, grandmother and great I still talk to you grandmother, Wanda Whenever Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m alone who passed away I hear you in my February 11, 2009. prayers Feel you in the wind Your life was love and that blows labour, I wonder how you are Your love for your What youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing family true, way up there?

You did your best for Are you laughing or all of us, are you crying?

We will always Cause you miss us all remember you. down here.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re never really Your tired eyes are gone sleeping, Your memory remains Your willing hands are I miss you more than still, words could ever help The two that worked so me to explain hard for us, Only God knows when Is resting at Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll smile and take my hand Loved and Sadly Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll say how you been? missed, When I see you again Children Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see you again.

Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren Love You & Miss You Dianne & Family TURCOTTE In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather and great grandfather, Bernard Turcotte who passed away January 27, 1995.

You may also download a copy at

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A booklet of commemorative verses is available for viewing at our ofďŹ ce to help you get through this difďŹ cult time.

In loving memory of my dear husband, Donnie who passed away HANNIMAN, Vivian January 23, 2004.

In loving memory of Life moves on and Vivian Hanniman who passed away February years go by, But love and memories 8, 2006. never die.

I miss you so much, Our hugs, late night Remembered always, chats, Wife Shirley Our macaroni and tea lunches, I miss how your smile greeted me, When I went to your door.

Memories are the loveliest things, They last from day to day, They donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get lost, They donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wear out, And they cannot be taken away.

Loved and always remembered, Lisa, Samantha and Anthony

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BURGESS Ernie (January 3, 2011) and Irene (January 29, 2003) In loving memory of our Dad, Mom, Grandpa and Grandma.

The walks down memory lane we recall so clearly, There are the wonderful memories of you we hold so dearly, These are keepsakes with which weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never part.

And you will forever be in our hearts.

Keith, Barb, Lisa, and Dwight GOURLAY In loving memory of our dear parents and grandparents.

Muriel passed away February 7, 1992 Emerson passed away April 9, 1965.

May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper so you can hear.

We will always love and miss you, And wish you were still here.

GILLAN In loving memory of Sadly missed, James Gillan Wendell & Miriam and Family We often sit and think of him, When we are alone, CARDS OF For memory is the only THANKS friend, That grief can call its own.

Like ivy on the withered oak, When other things decay, Our love for him will Thanks to all the still be green, And never fade away. people for their

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Kevin, Joan and Family FINDLAY In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, Murray, who passed away February 2,d, 1997.

There is no passing from those we love, No distance can divide, For always in memories GOURLAY garden, In loving memory of our You are present by our dear son and brother, side.

Steven who died accidentally February Love always, 5, 1983.

Vera and Family There is a certain feeling, That we keep for you alone, A place that is within our hearts, That only you can own.

Nothing can be more beautiful, Than the memories we keep of you, To us you were very special, And God must have thought so too.

CAMERON Norma, Feb. 13, 2005 Lawrence Jan. 6, 1978 In loving memory of our dear parents, Norma and Lawrence.

Lovingly remembered, Dad, Mom & Laurie

Love always, John, Janis and Family

In our hearts, your memory lingers, Sweetly tender, fond and true, There is not a day, dear parents, That we do not think of you.

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kind words during the passing of Margaret Babcock on December 9, 2011.

To Mathew and the staff of McPhail and Perkins. To the Church and the ladies who served the lunch. Also to the Groves Park Lodge for looking after her for so many years.

From the Babcock Family

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NOT A MATTER OF CHOICE

In Memory of Simon Kasaboski Passed on January 31, 2011

Does a civilized society tolerate Spousal abuse?

The violence of rape?

The violence of child abuse?

It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem so that long ago I lived upon your farm You taught me how to plant a seed and not to do no one no harm We lived, we laughed, we played music until the break of day You told me hard work will never hurt me as we brought in all the hay

The killing by abortion Of defenseless unborn children Is the ultimate violence.

I always felt so special just to be there by your side Even though I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t master your white horse I tried to ride You were like a Father to me, you where more that just a friend And the love that I felt for you, I knew would never end You helped me through some dark times until I saw the light Somehow you knew how to free me from all that I did fright Everyone looked up to you because you were the kind of man Who always had a smile and knew how to understand

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Sadly missed Steve St. Michael & Family

JACQUES, Gertude In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who passed away February 3, 1990.

Softly the leaves of memory fall Treasured Gently we gather memories and treasure keepthem youallnear, It broke hearts to lose you, As our time unfolds Butanother you did notyear. go alone.

For part of us went with you, for words TheNo dayneed God Called you home. to say, Our except family chain is broken, AndStill nothing seems the loved, stillsame, But as God calls us one by one, missed in every way.

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As we look back over time We ďŹ nd ourselves wonderingâ&#x20AC;Ś Did we remember to thank you enough For all you have done for us?

For all the times you were by our sides To help and support usâ&#x20AC;Ś To celebrate our successes To understand our problems And accept our defeats?

Or for teaching us by your example, The value of hard work, good judgement, Courage and integrity?

We wonder if we ever thanked you For the sacriďŹ ces you made.

To let us have the very best?

And for the simple things Like laughter, smiles and times we shared?

If we have forgotten to show our Gratitude enough for all the things you did, Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re thanking you now.

And we are hoping you knew all along, How much you meant to us.

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I wish Heaven had a phone, so I could hear your voice again.

I thought of you today, But that is nothing new, It thought about you yesterday, And days before that too.

I think of you in silence, I often speak your name.

All I have is memories, And a picture in a frame.

Your memory is a keepsake, From which Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never part, Creator has you in His arms, I have you in my heart.

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Nothing can ever take away the love a heart holds dear, Fond memories linger every day, remembrance keeps them near.

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THANK YOU To our Family, friends, and neighbours for their kind words, prayers, cards, food, and phone calls at the death of our Granddaughter.

Thank you, Ambrose & Theresa Afelskie

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Sports, business and the arts mix nicely to celebrate hockey CHRIS HINSPERGER For the second year, the Celebrating Our Game Day on Feb. 4 will welcome hockey teams and musicians to the Eganville and District Arena for a day of celebration.

For the “older” men’s and women’s hockey teams it is a chance to celebrate the fact that they are still getting out there to play a game that as a country we are so passionate about.

For Eganville-area musicians it is a

chance to share their music to large audiences.

Hockey players, both male and female, like to sit around after a game with their teammates, share refreshment, and are usually social and enjoy music.

Musicians are most often communityminded people, like to connect with others, and like to play to an audience and the bigger the audience the better.

Mix these elements with the fact that a lot of musicians play hockey and viceversa and you get a successful event like

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this one.

This year the day will consist of men’s and women’s teams starting at 8 a.m. and going nonstop all day until 8 p.m. Music in the Eagles Nest starts at 1 p.m. and finishes at 8 p.m.

At 8 the music switches to Frisco’s Restaurant for the evening hootenanny after all the action in the arena is over.

New to the event this year, a group of local businesses will be set up in the Eagles Nest on that Saturday between noon and 4 p.m. offering chocolates, cakes,

candles and other goodies for Valentine’s Day gifts.

Also new to the event this year is the Celebrating Our Game Day kick-off party that will take place at Frisco’s Restaurant on Friday evening featuring, poetry, stories, and songs related to hockey.

You don’t have to be a hockey fan to enjoy this weekend.

Johnny McAlpine will come into town a day early to share their musical talents at the Celebrating Our Game Day kickoff party on Friday, Feb. 3.

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With Our Thanks Leona Robertson

Carrie, Connie, Luis, Randy, Tammy, Laurie, Karen & Kristen ('-'(.

THANK YOU The family of the late Dorothy MacGregor wish to extend heartfelt thanks to everyone for all acts of kindness shown to us after her sudden death on January 8th. To the paramedic group, Dr. Lance Miller and the OPP officers who attended, the support you gave us was very much appreciated.

For prayers, flowers, food brought to our homes, visits and charitable donations received.

Sincere thanks to Rev. Allison Sharpe for her kindness, support and meaningful service. To the Presbyterian Ladies Aid for the lovely luncheon. To the pallbearers Allan, Robert, and Scott Bell, Wayne Johnston, Doug Sidock and Brian Mask; To Marie Brydges, organist and to Matthew, Daniella Brydges and staff of the McPhail and Perkins Funeral Home for their caring support.

Clifton and Margaret Pender Ruby and Raymond Bell And Families ('-)(.

ZABRINA REKOWSKI We wish to express our sincere appreciation to all for all the calls, cards, food, mass cards, any other tributes to our Granddaughter.

Thank you, Stanley and Heather Rekowski

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ROCHE, Francis Edward (Frank) Peacefully at Renfrew Victoria Hospital after a lengthy struggle, “Curly” Roche, age 74 years. Beloved spouse and best friend of Caroline Wey; loving father of Lisa (David) Gould, Haley Station, Susan (Glen) Guyea, Sheila Sweet (Ray Donohue), Renfrew. Dear grandfather of Elyse, Jeffrey & Jesse Gould, Taryn, Devan & Sabrina Guyea, Laura & Eric Sweet and great-grandfather of Kaeli & Logan.

Pre-deceased by his parents Francis & Ethel (McNeil) Roche and great-grandson Keegan.

Curly will be sadly missed by his many friends especially Hugh & Joan Edwards. Visitations at the GOULET FUNERAL HOME, 310 Argyle St. S., Renfrew, Thursday: 2-4, 7-9 p.m. and after 9 a.m. Friday. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Friday January 27th at 10:30 a.m.

Spring interment St. Francis Xavier Cemetery.

In memory of “Curly”, donations to the Renfrew County Lung Assoc. or C.H.E.O. would be appreciated. Online condolences/donations: www.gouletfuneralhome.com

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We wish to extend heartfelt thanks to our relatives, neighbours and friends for your many kindnesses on the recent loss of our amazing Mom. We are most grateful for all of the flowers, food, phone calls, cards, donations and messages. Your expressions of sympathy and comfort have meant a great deal to all of us.

Special thanks to Dr. Christine Schriver and the nurses who cared for Mom during her last days at ADMH. We are very thankful that Mom could spend her last days so close to home surrounded by family and friends. Heartfelt thanks also to George Wheeler for over 43 years of wonderful care and support.

Many thanks to Rev. Clark Young, Rev. Grace Vaters, Rev. Milton Fraser, Cheryl Mielke, Trudie Cowan, Mary-Ellen McCue, Bobbie Smith, George Wheeler, Rev. Les Grant, Donna Vaters-Pilot, Shanne Simpson, Art Barr, Daniel O’Connor, Jeff Brading, Shannon Dickie, Bob Turriff and Charlie Mielke for taking part in such a beautiful and moving funeral service. We will always cherish your loving tributes to Mom in word and song.

Thanks also to Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church for providing such a lovely lunch after the service. Many thanks also to Eldon, Lisa and staff at Boyce’s Funeral Home for your guidance and care during such a difficult time.

We miss Mom everyday but we continue to hold her close in our hearts and in our many fond and loving memories. We take comfort in knowing that she and Dad are now together again after only a few months apart and we look forward to the day when we can all be together again.

What a day of rejoicing that will be!

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Thank You! To everyone who helped celebrate Doug Irwin’s 70th birthday. It was an event that we’ll never forget!

People came from far and wide to share their stories and good times.

It was a happy gathering for some old friends and work buddies.

We learned a lot about the different aspects of the “Duke,” and some about the “Dog.” Very entertaining.

Big thanks to Uncle Jim, Uncle Bob, Tante Lucille, and my cousins for sharing and caring.

It was amazing having you all here for this special day.

Thanks to Ed and Joyce for braving the snow storm. Glad we got together and shared some stories.

A special thanks goes to Kelly McRae and Pat Herrick for their patience with me, and for making it happen with such style.

Thanks to Hugh Fraser at the Arnprior Legion for the wonderful set up and his attention to detail.

What a great day! With warmest thanks and best wishes, Karen Irwin. ('--%%

MALCOLM The family of the late Kenneth Malcolm wish to extend our heartfelt thanks for the many acts of kindness we received during and following our loss. The comfort we received from your many visits, calls, sympathy cards, prayers, floral tributes, charitable donations and food will not be forgotten. Special thank you to both the Renfrew Hospital and the Renfrew Hospice for the special care that was givin.

Thank you to Dr. Strader and Dr. Tobia for the compassion that was given to Ken throughout his illness, thank you to Rev. John Williams and a special thank you to Paster Dave and Marie Tubby for their many visits and prayers. Thank you for the kind words that were spoken about Ken all will be a lasting tribute of cherished memories.

Irene Malcolm and Family. ('-&.)

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HOGUE FRANCES O. Of RR1 Haleys, passed away peacefully with her family at her side in Hospice Renfrew on Sunday January 29, 2012 in her 70th year. Frances Hogue beloved wife of the late Joseph Ranger. Dear mother of Virginia (Ed Hoszko) and Thomas (Brenna) Ranger.

Also survived by 2 grandchildren Mirek and Luka Hoszko, 2 sisters Helen (Peter Bunn); Ellen (Gerald Leach); 3 brothers William (Heather) Hogue, Patrick (Diane) Hogue and James Hogue.

A Memorial Service will be held in the Whitewater Wesleyan Community Church Cobden on Saturday February 4, 2012 at 11am. Arrangement by the Fraser-Morris & Heubner Funeral Home Cobden.

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Politics

Summer jobs applications open until Feb. 29 Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MP Cheryl Gallant reminds employers that applications for federal assistance in hiring summer students will be available Feb. 1 to 29.

“If past years are any indication, there are always more applications than there is funding,” said Gallant. “Regardless of whether you have never applied or have or have not been successful in past years, if an employer meets the selection criteria, they are encouraged to submit an application.”

Canada Summer Jobs is a Government of Canada initiative that provides fund-

ing to help employers create summer job opportunities for students. It is designed to focus on local priorities, while helping both students and their communities.

Canada Summer Jobs: • provides work experiences for students; • supports organizations, including those that provide important community services; and • recognizes that local circumstances, community needs and priorities vary widely.

Canada Summer Jobs provides funding to not-for-profit, public-sector and small

businesses with 50 or fewer employees to create summer job opportunities for young people ages 15 to 30 years who are full-time students intending to return to their studies in the next school year.

The criteria to assess the proposals focus on: • service to local communities; • jobs that support local priorities; • jobs that provide career-related experience or early work experience; • jobs with a salary that contributes to the student’s income; • employers who provide supervision and mentoring; • project activities that are directed toward members of, and support the vital-

ity of, an official language minority community; and • employers who intend to hire priority students (students with disabilities, Aboriginal students and students who are members of visible minority groups).

To support employers, the Canada Summer Jobs Applicant Guide will be available online and at Service Canada starting Feb. 1, 2012.

This guide provides instructions on how to fill out an application, information on eligibility requirements and the assessment criteria.

The application period for Canada Summer Jobs 2012 will be from Feb. 1 to 29.

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FORGIEL, Anne (Retired – Arnprior Hospital Dietary Aid)

Suddenly at home on Monday morning, January 30th, 2012. Anne Margaret Forgiel of Arnprior at the age of 56 years. Anne is survived by her mother, Rozalia Forgiel; her sister, Irene Dontigny (Tom) and her brother, Czeslaw Forgiel, all of Arnprior. She was predeceased by her father, Ludwik Forgiel (May 8th, 2000). Also survived and fondly remembered by her nieces: Colleen Dontigny (Matthew Pyefinch) and Jennifer Dontigny (Corey Tourangeau); her aunt, Rose Dubois (late Joe Forgiel); special cousins: Sandra Croteau (Michel) and Rick Forgiel as well as other cousins.

Family and friends were invited to the Pilon Family Funeral Home & Chapel, 50 John Street North, Arnprior for visitation on Wednesday morning from 9:30 until 10:45 a.m.

A Funeral Liturgy was celebrated in the Pilon Family Chapel at 11 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. In memory of Anne, a donation to the Arnprior Humane Society would be appreciated by her family.

Condolences/Tributes/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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March 10, 1924 -January 27, 2012 Peacefully on Friday January 27, 2012 in Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital at the age of 87.

Beloved husband of Doris (formerly Moorhouse, nee Giberson). Derek was born in Dumfries Scotland March 10, 1924. He joined the army and served during WWII with the Kings Own Scottish Borderers from 1942-1948.

He emigrated to Canada in 1957 and worked for Toronto Parks on Toronto Island for many years. He and Doris met on the Island and married in 1989.

They retired to Arnprior and built a small home on the family cottage lot on the Ottawa river. Derek will be remembered for his constant good humour and dedication to his wife, Doris. Predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Elizabeth and brothers Arnold and Ronald. Survived by his sister Betty and brother Tom in Scotland, his loving wife Doris and step children, Daniel Moorhouse, Donna Cunningham, Mona Moorhouse, Julia Kollar and their families. A special thank you to the staff at The Villa, Arnprior Hospital and Dr. Trang. In memoriams donations to “Partners in Caring” of Arnprior Hospital would be appreciated.

Arrangements by The Boyce Funeral Home Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior A memorial service will be held later in the spring Condolences / Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca

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Suddenly due to a snowmobiling accident on January 21, 2012 at the age of 31.

Beloved son of Thomas and Dianne Leafloor.

Loving brother of Derek (Tuan). Proud uncle of Skyla-Jo and Taysia. Cherished grandson of Anita Claude. Joey will be sadly missed by his many aunts, uncles, cousins, and Renee “who was like an aunt to him, but so much more..” and many, many friends and neighbors. Friends are invited to the Kinburn Community Centre on Saturday, February 4th, 2012 from 7 p.m.; a short service will be held at 8 p.m. Following the service, an open mic will be available for those who wish to share their memories of Joey. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice or take time to do something you love. In his memory, Joey would want us to learn from his accident, think of your loved ones, family, friends and consequences.

Condolences, donations or tributes may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com.

CARP 613-722-6559

Charter, Walter David RCN WWII Vet August 13, 1919 – January 28, 2012 Of Renfrew, in his 93rd year, gone to be with his sweetheart Florence (Owens). Wonderful Dad of Carole, Sharon, Gary (Ruth), Brenda (John Dunnigan), Elaine (Richard Spearman) and Randy (Debbie). Loving grandfather of Robert and James Lang, Donald and Melanie (Joe King)Ward, Patrick (Sarah) and Sean (Cindy Wan) Dunnigan, Sarah Young (Scott) and Jennifer Pilgrim (Barry), Michael, Matthew and Emily Charter. Greatest great grandpa to Devon, Emma, Dylan, Mya, Dory and Ava. Survived by one sister Beatrice Olson. A special thanks to Wally’s comrade’s at the Renfrew Royal Canadian Legion Branch 148.

At Wally’s request, there will be no visitation.

A family service to celebrate his life, and burial, will take place in the spring. Arrangements intrusted to the care of Anderson Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Caressant Care Nursing Home, 12 Wren Drive, Cobden Ontario, K0J 1K0 or the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation, 499 Raglan Street North, Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 1P6. The love and compassion they show for their residents and families deserves to be recognized.

ST. LOUIS, Norman Peacefully at home on Thursday January 26th, 2012 at the age of 84.

Son of the late Joe and Margaret St. Louis. Beloved husband of Jeanne St. Louis. Dear father of Matt (Nav). Dear brother of Joan Gahan of Arnprior and Stephen of Sault St.Marie. The family would like to thank Dr. Strader , Debbie, Tina , the nurses at the Renfrew Victoria Hospital and Jane for their wonderful care over the years. At Norman’s request cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery in May. Donations in Norman’s memory may be made to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital.

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

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Sinfield, Allan George at the Tiverton Park Manor, Tiverton, on Tuesday January 24, 2012. Allan Sinfield of Tiverton and formerly of Arnprior in his 71st year. Dear brother of Ted Sinfield and his wife June of Port Elgin. Proud uncle of Jeffrey and his partner Kelly Riggin of Gibsons, British Columbia and Tamara and her husband Russ Jeffery of Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Great uncle of Jace Edward Sinfield and Isabella Cameron Jeffery. Predeceased by his parents, Garnet and Dorothy Sinfield and by his brother Donald. Cremation. At Allan’s request there will be no visitation. A Time to Celebrate the Life of Allan Sinfield will be held in Arnprior at a later date and will be announced. Interment of Ashes Belleville Cemetery. Expressions of Remembrance to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to the Eagleson Funeral Home, Southampton.

Condolences may be forwarded to the family through www.eaglesonfuneralhome.com

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In Renfrew at Bonnechere Manor on Thursday, January 26, 2012 at the age of 97.

Devoted husband of Betty for 67 years, much loved father of Margaret (Pedro Villamizar), Brian and Alison (Dr. John Collins). Proud grandfather of Enver (Laura) and Paul (Anett Szabolcsik Lilac) Villamizar, Jordan and Juni Bimm, Chris (Heather), Heidi and Russell (Stephanie Kuzoff) Collins. Great grandfather of Hayley and Aidan Collins and Zoya Villamizar.

Born in 1914, Ernie was raised in Eganville, along with his sisters Eileen (Angus Lacey) and Bernice (Orville Donohue) and brother Basil, by his parents Ernest Sr. and Alvina.

Ernie graduated from Queen’s University with a degree in Electrical Engineering and worked briefly at Ontario Hydro in Toronto.

He then answered the call to serve his country as a Captain in the Signals Corps of the Canadian Army.

After the war, Ernie and Betty were married and moved back to Eganville.

Longtime residents of the town will remember Ernie as the owner of Bimm’s General Store (later Red & White supermarket) for 35 years.

As a community leader, Ernie was elected and served as a councilor and reeve of the town, was the founding president of the Eganville Rotary Club, and a loyal supporter of Grace Lutheran Church. As a successful independent businessman, he was elected president of the Retail Merchants’ Association of Canada.

After retirement, Ernie and Betty moved to Renfrew and enjoyed many years spending time with their grandchildren and socializing with new and old friends.

They continued to revel in summers spent at Mink Lake, and traveled the world.

Ernie rediscovered his athletic prowess and loved golf, curling and skiing.

Ernie’s final years were spent at Bonnechere Manor under the compassionate and professional care of the devoted staff for which the family is truly grateful. His friends and family will remember his warm heart and his eagerness to help others.

Visitation at McPhail & Perkins Funeral Home, 85 Munro Avenue East, Renfrew on Sunday, January 29th from 7-9pm.

A Memorial Service will be held on at St. James Lutheran Church, Renfrew on Monday, January 30th at 11 a.m.

Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, if desired, donations to the Bonnechere Manor Foundation (Pinnacle Wing) or the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

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

Community Calendar

• Renfrew Freemasons lunch, noon at the Rocky Mountain House Restaurant. Gentlemen interested in learning about freemasonry are invited to join.

Wives and girlfriends are welcome. Barry Samson 613-433-9038.

• Barbershop quartet the Valley Harmonizers and special guests octet Just For Fun present Harmony at the Manor 7 p.m. at the Bonnechere Manor, Renfrew.

Tickets $10 are available at the Manor front desk or Aikenhead’s Drug Store.

• Quyon Jamfest fundraiser spaghetti supper 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Quyon Lions Hall. Cost $10; $5 for children under 12. Entertainment by Garry Cummings and Friends to follow.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5 • February Valley Singles Lunch, J.R.’s Restaurant, Almonte at 12:30 p.m. Fay 613-256-8117, Johanna 613-432-7622.

• Free diabetes risk screening by registered nurse Susan Crigger and registered dietitian Julia Reddy of the Diabetes Outreach Program of Renfrew County at the Dacre and Area Community Association from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

• Develop your performance evaluation skills, expand your leadership know-how, learn how to take control of meetings and become a better listener.

Renfrew Toastmasters meets Mondays at St. Joseph’s High School from 7 to 9 p.m. Open to anyone over 18 years of age. Start any time. 613-649-2950.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14

• Renfrew Camera Club digital camera workshop at Renfrew Town Hall, 7 p.m. Learn more on your digital camera features. Non members are asked to phone Richard McManus, 613-432-2919 or Barb Bristow, 613-432-6147 to register for the session. Bring your camera and camera manual to the workshop.

• Take your sweetheart out to a spaghetti supper for Valentine’s Day at the GEM Hall at Groves Park Lodge from 5 to 7 p.m. Only $9 for spaghetti, salad, bun, dessert, coffee or tea. Take-out available. Advance orders appreciated. All proceeds to the Resi-

• Blood donor clinic at the Royal Canadian Legion Renfrew branch 148 hall from 2 to 8 p.m. Sponsored

by Mackay Manor. Call 1-888-2DONATE.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9 • RVH Auxiliary Valentine dessert bridge 1 p.m. at Presbyterian Church Kirk Hall. Call Janet at 613-4329177 to reserve a table.

• Job Search and the Internet workshop from 9 a.m. to noon. Expand your job search. Drop in to Employment Networks or call 613-432-3424 to register.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10 • Renfrew and District Christian School annual fundraising roast beef dinner and silent auction 6:30 p.m. at Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church, Renfrew. Wellknown Ottawa Valley author and storyteller Mary Cook will speak on the topic Joy of Memories. For tickets and reservations call 613-432-6554.

• Dance to the music of the Brysonnaires at the Horton Community Centre. Tickets $8 in advance; $10 at the door.

• Renfrew Silver Seniors Valentine’s dinner and dance at the Renfrew Legion. Happy hour 5 p.m. Dinner 6 p.m. Music by the Valley Ramblers 7 to 10 p.m.

Call Pat for tickets at 613-649-2756.

• Taste of Europe evening at Coco Jarry’s. Dinner will be complimented with musical performance featuring Ron Lavigne, Marie Brydges and young violinist Emma March. The cost is $30 per person with 50 per cent of the ticket price going to support Call to Action, Digital Mammography Fund at RVH. Call 613432-3310 to reserve.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11

• Sweetheart bingo at the DACA Centre. Cost $2 per card. Turkeys, hams, prizes. Light lunch served.

• Renfrew and Area United Way Advisory Committee Hockey Day in Canada Breakfast at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre, Renfrew. Proceeds to the Renfrew and District Food Bank to assist them in helping some of the most vulnerable in the community. Cost: by donation.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13

• Champlain Seniors euchre and floor shuffleboard every Tuesday 1 p.m. at the Wing in Renfrew. New members welcome. Pot luck the first Tuesday of the month at noon. 613-432-2560.

• Free diabetes risk screening by registered nurse Susan Crigger and registered dietitian Julia Reddy of the Diabetes Outreach Program of Renfrew County at the Eganville and District Seniors Centre, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5 AND 12

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