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Patricia Headlam and a handful of her supporters gathered in the Smiths Falls council chambers to deliver one message: preserve angled parking on Beckwith Street. Headlam delivered a petition with over 400 signatures, as well as written feedback, to Mayor Shawn Pankow at council’s committee of the whole meeting on

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The Smiths Falls Station Theatre applauds Tweed’s large donation made to the local community theatre. Canopy Growth Corporation's Chair and CEO, Bruce Linton, presented a cheque for $34,521.38 to the theatre on Thursday, Jan. 11. David Hoffman, vice chair of Station Theatre’s board, said he’s absolutely delighted by the surprise donation. “It’s going to allow us to do a lot of capital type things ... as well as expand

our promotion capabilities,” he said. “We have a lot of things in mind, for the possible improvement – the lighting, the sound. “I did not know it was going to be an amount anything like this.” Terry Watkiss, board member and technical committee member, said the money will allow them to put planning into action. “We’ve put a proposal together of where the theatre would like to go in terms of lighting and sound, and added technical capabilities that we want to have in the theatre,” he said. See TWEED page SF4

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Colton dishes up mountain of thanks during food drive appreciation day There was a mountain of thanks Sunday to pass out to all the players who made this year’s rendition of the local food drive campaign such a resounding success. The Hinton Auto Group's Build a Mountain of Food drive that kicked off Oct. 4 at Slackoni’s inside the Perth Best Western Plus Parkside Inn and Spa with the formal press kickoff, wrapped up here Sunday, Jan. 14 with pages of accolades. Two banquet rooms were full of people from across Lanark and Leeds Grenville counties in recognition of the collaborative effort of so many people – spearheaded by Hugh Colton. “It’s about saying thanks to the community and to everyone who made it such a success,” Colton said after speaking for about 90 minutes, highlighting events in each of the communities he visited during the sixweek long campaign and throughout the remainder of December. “This is an appreciation day. These people are doing really great things out there.” This year’s totals were record breaking. In each of the communities visited

over the course of the campaign, there were 11 food banks served. The money and food donations stay in those communities. From Lanark, to Almonte, Carleton Place, Perth, Smiths Falls, Elgin, Westport, Merrickville, Portland, Athens, and Delta, this year’s totals are staggering: 213,732 pounds of food collected, and $168,174 in cash. That’s up more than 49,000 pounds of food and $59,192.27 more in cash donations over last year. Jim Wright, who travels with Colton, shooting photos and keeping tabulations on the food and cash count, said he didn’t think they’d be so close to a million pounds of food in their 11-year totals. Nor did he think he’d be over the $500,000 total cash count. “I figured next year we’d hit those numbers,” Wright said, as he glanced at the screen and thermometer chart showing record-breaking numbers since the drive's inception: 933,949 pounds of food, and $540,201.33 in cash donations. The first 10 years of Build a Mountain showed the strength and support of his first major sponsor in Brad Kyle and Town and Country Chrysler of Smiths Falls – a man Colton thanked for his outstanding support. “That’s how it’s gained awareness each and every year,” he said.

“To come into the 11th year and not knowing if you have a title sponsor or not, and not just one who says they are a title sponsor, but one that says ‘how can we help, what can we do?’ They were there for all these events; they show up. To have their support (Hinton Auto Group) and for them to allow me to go do what I need to do that’s pretty special.” Like every year, Colton said, as they start their opening week, they take it day by day. He said he never knows what to expect. “Sometimes a fundraising door may close in an area, but another new one might open up and I think that’s what happened this year,” Colton said. “We saw more and more people get involved that wanted to be part of Build a Mountain of Food, and I think they want to be part of a team … to play a role and get involved, they trust us. They know this program.” One of those new supporters this year was Tweed of Smiths Falls, a company that jumped on board in a big way donating some $34,000 to the Smiths Falls Community Food Bank. For the new Smiths Falls food bank manager, Natalia Soteroff, she still hasn’t been able to find the words: “I’m still speechless,” she said, following Sunday’s event and taking in the appreciation day for the first time.

“It’s overwhelming.” For a rookie, Colton said, “Natalia did a bang-up job this year,” and her predecessor, Carolyn Barr, said she couldn’t be more proud of her. “New supporters this year, there were a dozen plus," Colton said.

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The Gutter Balls enjoyed last year’s Bowl for Kids Sake, an event organized by Lanark County Big Brothers Big Sisters. Here they took part in Wii bowling at the Perth Civitan Club. It’s time to start thinking about this year’s event, to take place Feb. 24 in Carleton Place, Perth and Smiths Falls.

Start the new year off right by changing your shoes for BBBS Have you made a New Year’s resolution to have a better impact on your community? It is as easy as changing your shoes! Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County is excited to once again be partnering with the local Tim Hortons restaurants for the Tim Hortons Bowl for Kids Sake event on Feb. 24, 2018. Last year this event raised over $90,000, with more than 900 bowlers coming out to support the event. Title and corporate sponsors ensure that all funds raised through event pledges go directly to fund mentoring programs right here in Lanark County. Changing a child’s life is as easy as changing your shoes! The event is a straight forward fundraiser — interested participants can call the Big Brothers Big Sisters office and register their group. Each team receives a kit that includes pledge sheets, and is encouraged to raise funds to support the agency’s mentoring programs. Teams book a lane through the agency and then come out and bowl on Feb. 24 in one of three locations generously supporting the fundraiser: Gratton Lanes in Smiths

Falls, Vision Lanes in Carleton Place and the Perth Civitan Club. Don’t worry if you’re not a bowler — it’s a fun time where neighbours come together for a great cause! Remember — it’s not about the bowling! New traditions have started in recent years, with Nintendo Wii bowling now being the format in Perth. Live music there adds to the fun, with performers this year including Terry Tufts, Jeff Kohl, In Hard Times, Briana Kelford, Julie Kevan and Peter Brown, and Landon Bedor. Nintendo Wii bowling is great for seniors’ groups, young children and everyone in between. The music adds a lot of fun to the atmosphere — be sure to try it this year. Traditional bowling happens in Smiths Falls and Carleton Place; it’s a fun way to reconnect with friends, family or coworkers and enjoy a great day out. Your team can be as small as two people or as large as your whole company or large family. There is no minimum amount to raise. There is room for everyone, and every dollar matters. For teams participating in

Tim Hortons Bowl for Kids Sake, funds can also be raised on line, which makes asking for money a whole lot easier. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County is a not-forprofit, volunteer-driven organization which helps children develop to their unique potential through consistent, dependable and unconditional adult friendship. The agency has been a part of the Lanark County community for more than 44 years. Over that time thousands of children have seen the benefit of a caring adult; someone to share their lives with, someone that they can confide in and look up to. Local corporations have covered all the overhead costs of the event, which means that all funds raised by teams go directly to fund mentoring programs for local children. For more information about getting involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County or participating in The Tim Hortons Bowl for Kids Sake, please contact the agency office at 613-283-0570 or check out their website at www.bigbrothersbigsisterslanark.ca. Submitted by BBBS

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4H learns about science, technology, engineering, math by diving in This was a unique project done by 4H, and enjoyed by all. This project was called S.T.E.M which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. We are all looking forward to learning different science experiments and what their outcomes will be. During our first meeting we did our usual elections where we elected our president, vice-president, secretary and reporter! Then we moved onto more hands-on exciting things such as each member attempting to make a paper airplane that could cover as much ground as possible without touching the ground! Fun was had by all. We were given an experiment with eggs! This was a fun experiment we got to do at home. Myself, I enjoyed observing the progress over the few days that my eggs were soaking in different solutions that we got to pick (oil, milk with food colouring and vinegar were the ones I choose.). Our second meeting was held at Victoria’s house, where we were handed some papers and had to read some paragraphs (not the most fun but we knew it would lead to something great!). We made four “science cakes”, in which each one was different. They varied a lot but one was made normal, another cake was made without eggs, another without oil and lastly the fourth cake was made without baking powder. While the “cakes” were

cooking we judged a class of whisks; a fork, a whisk, a spatula, and a potato masher. The cakes smelled yummy as they cooked; when they were done cooking we observed and tasted them. We wrote down our observations of the cakes. Though, for snack we had chocolate chip-oatmeal cookies! During our next exciting meeting we talked about animal stomachs. Pig stomachs are very similar to human stomachs. We did an experiment on how the stomach works. We put a piece of white bread in a bag with our partners. Meagan and I put oil in our bag and pressed the bread slightly and the bread ended up breaking. This was neat seeing how each piece of bread reacted. Of course, after learning about stomachs we had to put something yummy into ours; which just happened to be vanilla-maple and chocolate-maple cupcakes. This next meeting was held outside at the gardening club's garden, where we picked some tomatoes, and planted some garlic for the summer. Since it was close to Halloween our snack was Halloween themed sugar cookies. At our 5th meeting we touched on plant sciences, then we did two experiments. Our first experiment of the meeting was taking a pie tin and pushing a thumbtack through the bottom in the middle. WE then put an unsharpened pencil’s eraser onto the sharp part of the thumbtack that

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This experiment about how electric fences work which was a big hit with everyone. was sticking through the pie tin; next we took some wool yarn and rubbed it on the back of a styrofoam plate. We then put the pie tin onto the upturned plate and it was supposed to make a

static shock like lightening but it was unsuccessful. Our second experiment we made clouds in a jar. We took a large Mason jar, poured in hot water, put two or three squirts of hairspray,

put the lid on and then we put a chunk of ice on the lid. This experiment was successful!!! The jars were getting so cloudy that you couldn’t see anything on the other side! For both experimenters we wrote down our observations. For our last official meeting before our science fair, we had the cloverbuds (these are the younger 4H’ers under the age of 9 years old), join us for our meeting. We helped them construct bridges, which we then tested with four heavy books and a tiny toy lion car that sang! This was fun to see all the different bridges and how they each differed in their strengths and abilities. The cloverbuds seem to enjoy the evening! Our science fair has arrived! We set up our experiments that we conducted over the last few weeks, to share our observations and our final findings. Parents, families and friends came to see what we all did! We also had a special visitor as well; Dianne Pinder-Moss from AgriNews! She went around speaking to all our 4H members about our projects and we were all eager and happy to speak to her. Some of the projects that some of the members did were: Meagan made crystals, Juniper did a project on viscosity, I did an experiment on my dog and there were also experiments See 4H page 7

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OPP seek information about spray-painted vehicles Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking assistance from the public to identify the person or persons responsible for a number of acts of mischief involving spray painting. On Monday, Jan. 8 a male was observed spray painting vehicles in the Almonte ward of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills. The male person involved is described as wearing all dark clothing and a backpack. If you have any information on this or any other crime, please call Lanark County Crime Stoppers (LCCS) anonymously at the toll-free number 1-800-222-TIPS (1-800-2228477). All calls to LCCS are confidential and phone calls are not taped. Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward of up

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Police, national charity team up on new activity book On Jan. 11, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Canadian Centre for Child Protection signed an important agreement that highlights areas of collaboration to enhance the safety of children and youth in Ontario. The signed protocol, which solidifies a long-standing relationship between the two organizations, focuses on increasing personal safety education and child protection training, working together to support families of missing and sexually exploited children and joint public awareness efforts. "It's essential that we work together to protect our kids," says Lianna McDonald,

executive director of the Canadian Centre for Child Protection (Canadian Centre). "We are thrilled to be working together with Commissioner Hawkes and the OPP in our joint efforts to increase the safety of our children." To kick start this significant alliance, the Canadian Centre developed a brand new safety tool called My First Safety Book for children between the ages four and seven. This fun and engaging activity book helps parents build their child's personal safety skills. The OPP is raising awareness of this education tool and distributing thousands of

copies to families across Ontario. "The Ontario Provincial Police is working diligently to protect children in our communities, but police cannot be everywhere at once," says commissioner Vince Hawkes, Ontario Provincial Police. "On behalf of the OPP, I am proud to partner with the Canadian Centre for Child Protection to train as many OPP officers and members of the public as possible about what each of us can do to prevent child victimization and sexual exploitation." See POLICE page 7

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A group of concerned citizens of Carleton Place recently met with that community’s municipal drug strategy committee to discuss ways to reduce the amount of substance abuse among youth and to specifically target those in grades 4, 5, and 6 with the goal of preventing them from ever starting these risky behaviours in the first place. This small but determined group has been meeting at St. James Church for some time and has been studying the famed Icelandic model, which has been successfully emulated in many European cities with amazing results. Here’s a little background. In 1998 the small nation of Iceland (population: 336,000) realized they were in the midst of a substance abuse problem with their youth. In a national survey, more than 40 per cent of 15 and 16-year-old teens admitted to being drunk within the last month. Regular cannabis use in the same age group was 17 per cent and tobacco use stood at 23 per cent. These were the highest rates in Europe. Residents of many communities regularly witnessed aggressive and dangerous behaviour among teens and hospital admissions, injury and fatality rates clearly demonstrated that things couldn’t go on the way they were. Experts were called in and in an unusual move, instead of studying the

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on fruit, electricity and computers! Everyone did an excellent job! Way to go everyone! After we showed off our experiments, we got to have snacks of fruits, chips, cookies, juice and much more!! Even though this project has been completed, I am sure we will all take what we learned from this project and the fun memories we had with us throughout our life. On behalf of the STEM 4H members I would like to thank Melissa and Victoria for putting up with all of us and teaching us such awesome experiments. Submitted by Tandra Drew

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Laws were also changed. Minimum ages for tobacco went up to 18 and for alcohol to 20. Thirteen to 16-year-olds were subjected to a 10 p.m. curfew in the winter (midnight in summer). All schools were mandated by law to have parent/teacher/student councils. Parents were offered educational sessions to help them increase the quantity of time they actively spent with their children. Written agreements were created to contract these responsibilities between parent and child. The number of youth participating in organized sports four or more times per week went up drastically and, as you might suspect, soccer/football was one of the major sports. Some in Iceland would argue that this may have been a key factor in Iceland’s crushing defeat of England in the Euro 2016 football championship. Almost every segment of Iceland’s multipronged approach to their substance abuse problem was directed at reducing isolation and encouraging a true sense of belonging among the target group. Could any of these methods be successful in Lanark County? Stay tuned. If you’re interested in learning more, expressing your views on this or lending a hand, you can reach the Carleton Place drug strategy committee through their website at www.cpdrugstrategy.ca.

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community centres saw their hours of operation expanded. Families were given annual government-issued recreational activity “credit cards” to help them afford extracurricular activities. Daily youth life-skills education was offered on a large scale. “We didn’t say to them, you’re coming in for treatment. We said, we’ll teach you anything you want to learn: music, dance, hip hop, art, martial arts. The idea was that these different classes could provide a variety of alterations in the kids’ brain chemistry, and give them what they needed to cope better with life: some might crave an experience that could help reduce anxiety; others may be after a rush,” commented Harvey Milkman, an American psychology professor who teaches for part of the year at Reykjavik University and was involved in the early days of the study and action plans. “At the same time, the recruits got life-skills training, which focused on improving their thoughts about themselves and their lives, and the way they interacted with other people. The main principle was that drug education doesn’t work because nobody pays attention to it. What are needed are the life skills to act on that information,” Milkman said. Kids were told it was a three-month program. Some stayed five years.

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afe winter driving requires drivers slowing down and anticipating hazards before they become a problem. This can’t be done if the vehicle’s windows are covered in frost, snow or ice. Ontario Provincial Police would like to remind us that the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario provides fines of $110 to motorists who drive without a clear view; but as we know, the consequences can be worse if you injure someone. Give yourself some extra time and make sure you have a clear view before you put your vehicle in gear. While on the topic of snow clearing, there are plenty of blue and yellow lights flashing on the highways as snow-removal equipment is in use after heavy snowfalls. Municipalities have a system or protocol for plowing roadways and sidewalks. Lower-priority locations will take longer to get because that’s the way it is. Although we encourage anyone who has an issue with the snow-clearing system in his or her community to voice those concerns to the appropriate municipal official, please be patient

and help where you can by not leaving your vehicles where they would block winter road maintenance efforts. There’s also the issue of taking snow from private property and placing it onto a public roadway or sidewalk. This might not seem like a big deal, but plowing snow to where it could pose a public safety hazard to motorists and pedestrians is an offence. The vast majority of property owners and contractors don’t do it, but it’s something that can cause problems unnecessarily. Another scenario which is more of an issue is motorists who do not clear ice and snow from their vehicles and then pose a threat because of their limited visibility or the effect that flying ice can have on other drivers. Making more of an effort to minimize the risk posed by winter weather and its effect on travelling seems like a reasonable request. We should expect our provincial and municipal governments to provide adequate road maintenance services, but some of us can do a better job of assisting them by not getting in their way when the snow flies.

Quilting was also a time for sharing and togetherness for Mary’s family

uilting was for the middle of the week. It couldn’t interfere with Monday’s washing, Tuesday’s ironing, Friday’s baking and Saturday's cleaning house, peddling wares in Renfrew and buying supplies. And so, those who could spare the time on an off day, would meet at a neighbour’s house, and the afternoon would be spent quilting. Since Aunt Bertha Thom, on the farm next to us, had a fair sized parlour, the quilting frame was usually set up there. There was a heater stove in their parlour too, not like our little room off the kitchen that was sealed up tight as a drum at the first sign of snow, and where you could see your breath on any given day after.

It was a rare treat for me to be at Aunt Bertha’s when the women of the Northcote area gathered for an afternoon of quilting. My friend Velma, one of many of the Thom’s children, would be sure to let me know if the meeting place would be at her home, and I would go with Mother, taking one of my favourite dolls with me. That day, a rare day indeed, the Northcote School was closed. It had something to do with the old stove breaking down, and it was also the day when there would be quilting at Aunt Bertha’s. By then, a track had been broken across the twenty-acre field, and Mother and I headed out in the cutter as soon as the noon dinner was cleared

be rolled under, as the sewers clever way of doing things. we crawled under the span of worked their way to the other That day, Velma and I took See MARY page 9 side. I thought it was a very our dolls into the parlour, and

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away. Velma and I went right for the parlour, where a few neighbourhood women were already sitting in chairs around the quilt. It was rolled up in some sort of thick rod, which sat on the back of two kitchen chairs. And what had already been quilted was rolled inside. The rest of the quilt was on a like-roller across from the quilters, also on the backs of two kitchen chairs, and as they worked, the finished part would

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As of Jan. 1 the minimum wage in Ontario is now set at $14 per hour, benefitting the bottom lines of many of Ontario’s workers and stirring continuous excitement and controversy. Endless arguments have been made back and forth that the move will kill jobs and hurt businesses, or create jobs and help businesses. One thing that the minimum wage increase will surely not do, however, is cause a decrease

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in poverty. It would seem intuitive that minimum wage increases would necessarily empower the poor. Workers with the lowest wages tend to be poorer and therefore closer to the deficiency of poverty. Yet in reality those who work at minimum wage tend to live in households shared with multiple earners whose shared earnings are above the poverty line.

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Science fun Anita Garvin, 8, and her brother, Luken Garvin, 6, participate in the Smiths Falls Public Library’s Silly Science Program held on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018. Pictured here, Anita and Luken attempt to make elephant toothpaste with instructor Ashley Delorme, the library’s summer programmer.

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MARY the quilt, and settled down, with strict orders from Aunt Bertha to keep quiet. The talk around the quilt that day was about the happenings around Northcote. The fire that took a neighbour’s barn, and how the farms around dug in to help store the livestock over the winter, and how grateful everyone was that no animal was lost, or no one was hurt. The talk shifted to the cases of measles that broke out at the Northcote School, and how Mrs. Beam had saved everyone a pile of money with her home treatments, so that old Doctor Murphy didn’t have to be called out from Renfrew. Two dollars it would have cost. Grateful, they said, to have someone like Mrs. Beam in the neighbourhood. And they talked about getting ready for the gang that

would be going to each farm to cut wood to keep the house fires burning. Logs had to be taken out of the bush first, Mrs. Briscoe said. So it would be a while before they had to worry about that. And they shared recipes and laughed, we could hear scissors snipping and when we looked up, we saw that part of the quilt that they had been working on rolled up a few inches. Aunt Bertha went to the kitchen to bring in a tray of tea and cookies, and no one stopped, but sipped away, and ate a cookie or two and kept right on at the task at hand. Aunt Bertha’s hand swept under the quilt and Velma grabbed the few cookies being passed down to us. And then it was time to call it a day. Suppers had to be made, and chores to be tended to. The quilt was left up in Aunt

Bertha’s parlour, but shoved closer to the wall. And there it would stay until another day when the women of Northcote could spare an afternoon. Going home across the field in the cutter I wondered about why it was called a quilting bee, and the purpose behind it. It was a chance for Mother to get to know the neighbours, and a time when they could share their cares. I wondered, but had no idea what happened to all the quilts they worked on during the long winter months. Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www.smashwords. com and type MaryRCook for ebook purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@ sympatico.ca.

low-skilled labour with automation and technology. Of course the money spent from higher resulting wages would create new jobs elsewhere, but the newly created jobs will not likely employ the most trapped Ontarians. For years the Ontario Liberal government complied with the recommendations of the Advisory Panel that minimum wage increases be tied to the rate of inflation. But then suddenly in 2017 the Liberals decided that was not good enough, and proposed the recent changes that would see the minimum rise to $15 per hour by 2019. Now what is more likely, that the Liberals accelerated minimum wage increases because of new evidence, or that the Liberals are making short-sighted cynical calculations in the face of an imminent election? Make no mistake: the minimum wage increase is not in-

tended to empower the poor so much as cravenly appeal to middle-class voters. The lobby in support of minimum wage increases speaks with a loud and unified voice, whereas the Ontarians whose stake is in empowering the non-working poor are a more disorganized force. Ontarians pushing for poverty reduction should unite in support of reforming social assistance to a form of basic income and reduced welfare bureaucracy. They and their representative politicians should play no part in any scheme that leaves the unemployed poor lagging behind. Stefan Klietsch Green Party of Ontario candidate contestant Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke (Views expressed above are my own and not official policy of the Green Party.)

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Three-lane roads could be an accident waiting to happen

It has been a relentless winter to date, and along with the frigid weather, ice and snow, a number of serious, including several fatal, motor vehicle collisions have occurred in our region. Two of the fatal crashes occurred along stretches of busy Highway 7, west of Carleton Place. It appears weather conditions were the main contributing factor in both of those tragedies. Black ice resulting from intense cold has played a part in numerous serious highway mishaps across eastern Ontario, western Quebec and other parts of Canada during what has been a difficult start to winter. I extend sincere condolences to those who have lost loved ones recently, including the family and friends of the two men from our district who died as a result of the incidents I just referred to. This is something everyone who drives on our roads during the winter months fears the most. Obviously, collisions happen year-round, which makes it clear that road conditions are not always a factor. Other common reasons for highway mishaps every year include speed, inattentiveness, unsafe passing and lane changes, tailgating, as well as motorists who are impaired by alcohol or drugs. So-called “distracted driving”

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has now passed impaired driving to become the dominant factor in fatal collisions in this country and on this continent. Driver distraction, much of it related to the technology boom, is a worldwide problem. There are other reasons, too, of course. I believe some crashes occur, in part, because of the design and construction of certain roadways. I can’t say whether highway design played any part in the collisions I am referring to this week. But, I think it is interesting to note that both fatal crashes I have mentioned occurred on stretches of road which include a passing/turn lane. Personally, I think three-lane highways are among the most dangerous I have encountered on my travels over the years. They used to be particularly common in southwestern Ontario, where my wife and I lived before moving to east-

ern Ontario over 40 years ago. As a newspaper reporter, some of the worst highway tragedies I covered over the years occurred on three-lane roads. I have talked to many officials, including police officers, about this particular type of highway design. The consensus is that drivers in general don’t know how to use the middle lane. That is partly due to the fact people have never been educated about their responsibilities while operating a vehicle on such roadways. In fact, I’m not certain I have ever seen a public education program related to three-lane highways. There is a similar situation happening with respect to roundabouts, which are becoming more and more common in our region. Drivers don’t realize they are supposed to yield to vehicles already in the roundabout before proceeding. Many enter the roundabout without stopping, creating a dangerous situation if those motorists already manoeuvering through the structure can’t easily stop. Key differences The difference between roundabouts and three-lane roads is dramatic, however. Most vehicles enter roundabouts at relatively low

speed, which lessens the likelihood of collision and also reduces the impact if a crash does occur. Three-lane roads are navigated at much higher speed, and to make matters worse, the majority of motorists consider the middle lane to be a passing lane only. Many people ignore roadside signage which advises drivers to allow for cars or trucks which are trying to turn left. If someone is passing and they encounter a stationary vehicle whose operator is waiting to turn, they are then forced to stop suddenly or swing to the right and go around the stopped vehicle. Either circumstance creates a potentially serious problem. The stopped vehicle is subject to being rear-ended, or if someone suddenly moves to the right, they can easily interfere with oncoming traffic, those who are already in the right-hand lane. I vividly recall one particular fatal crash I covered as a reporterphotographer in the early 1970s. It occurred on a stretch of threelane roadway between St. Thomas, Ont., and Port Stanley on Lake Erie. Winter weather was not involved. It happened on a Sunday night in the midst of a summer heat wave. A male motorcyclist had stopped at a busy roadside food stand just south of St. Thomas.

When he set off again, he turned his bike southward. But, instead of keeping to the right, he immediately swung into the middle lane, evidently to pass other slowermoving traffic. Unfortunately, at exactly the same moment, a northbound driver had pulled out to pass. The resulting head-on crash was horrific. The young man on the motorcycle died instantly. What I witnessed that night is forever etched in my memory. I recall it every time I am on a threelane roadway. It’s one reason I refuse to use the middle lane of such a road, unless it is in a low speed zone and I am trying to turn left. Certain situations can’t be avoided. At one time, I thought threelane roads were being phased out, and for the exact reasons I have just outlined. More recently, they seem to be back in vogue, however. To me, these roadways encourage unsafe driving practices and they should never be constructed. I would much rather drive at a slower pace and get where I am going in one piece. Jeff Maguire is a career journalist who lives in Carleton Place, Ont. He has been writing for community and daily newspapers since 1971. Jeff can be reached by email at: jeffrey.maguire@rogers.com.

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During the Studio Theatre’s Evening of One Act Plays in October, members of the Lanark County Camera Club were invited to exhibit their images in the theatre’s lobby.

Lanark County Camera Club and Studio Theatre are picture perfect together During the Studio Theatre's Evening of One Act Plays in October, members of the Lanark County Camera Club were invited to exhibit their images in the theatre's lobby. Bruce Raby, curator of the Studio Theatre's art gallery, believes it's important to give exposure to local visual artists. "As a community theatre, we're proud to provide a place for groups and individuals to display their talents. It's incredible how many wonderful artists there are in our community, and they deserved to be showcased." Bob FeDuke, a member of both the Studio Theatre board of directors and the Lanark

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Parkinson’s support group coming to Smiths Falls Parkinson Canada is pleased to announce the formation of a new support group in Smiths Falls. Support groups provide an opportunity for people with Parkinson’s (and their care partners) to meet others, share information and experiences about living with the disease, find out about new advocacy initiatives and services, and receive peer support. The Smiths Falls location is one of two support groups in Lanark North Leeds, with the other taking place in Perth. Starting Jan. 25, the Smiths Falls support group will take place on the last Thursday of the month from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Rideau Community Health Services, 2 Gould St., Unit 118, Smiths Falls, Ont., K7A 2S5. For more information about this new group or other groups offered in eastern Ontario, please contact community development co-ordinator Margaux Wolfe at 1-800-565-3000, ext. 3425, or margaux.wolfe@parkinson.ca. Feel free to share broadly and include in your activities calendar. Submitted by Parkinson Canada

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Looking back to when we were kids on the toboggan hill When we were kids, my older brother Lynn and I basically lived outside. Spring, summer, winter, no matter. “Let’s go.” Whether it be on ice, playing road hockey, up on some hill “conquering” the “Big Steep” or whatever, there was always stuff to do. We come from the land that is called, in geographical terms, the “Canadian Shield,” so we were and are quite familiar with rocks, trees, water and hills. And as boys, we lived to master them all. So, that is why no mere hillside with a bit of snow on it was ever going deter us from going down it. Just another reason why our father used to say that we had more nerve then brains. Especially Lynn. And we had many bumps and bruises to prove it, too. But, man, we had fun back then. We had forts to build, rafts to build, old cars to explore, old buildings to check out, fields to play in and road/ backyard rink hockey tourneys to win.

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In winter, we seldom noticed that we were getting cold. Often, it wasn’t until we got back indoors and started to feel the pain of thawing out that we realized that “Jack Frost” had seeped in. A while later, the cuts, bruises, bumps and so on would get discovered, too. (Oh, well. Just “badges of honour.”) Lynn was highly skilled in the art of creating things out of just about everything or converting one thing into another. In other words, “contraptions.” And they were usually pretty good, too. (Not always to look at, but they did

the job.) There is a big hill between Denbeigh and Hardwood Lake, Ont., (near Bancroft) along Highway 28 called McLachlan’s Hill that we always wanted to go down on our bobsleds. Years ago, before undergoing reconstruction work, when the road was known as Highway 500, it was exactly one mile from top to bottom down that steep curving decline. In winter, it was always covered in snow, and at times, ice. We figured that at the bottom, we would have reached a speed of over 60 miles an hour going down that sucker. Man, that was tempting. We just couldn’t let go of that one, but our dad strictly said, “Forget it.” I can’t help but wonder if young people today would stop trying so hard to become adults too soon and just go outside and play if they might not feel a little better about themselves. You know, get out from behind their computers, cellphones, iPads,

TVs and such. Have a bit of fun already. Stop rushing around. Aww ... but that’s just me talking. It’s the same old story of one generation lamenting another. Still, the rewards one receives from simple things like physical exercise, challenge and full engagement goes a long way toward developing a thing called “joy.” It seems that when we were creating our own fun, there was no necessity to look beyond ourselves for entertainment. We could just create it with what we had and in our imaginations. (And it’s a beautiful thing, too, which many have forgotten to do.) A couple of years ago, I passed through that familiar terrain on a beautiful winter’s day and stopped at the top of the old hill. That old feeling came back and the desire to conquer began again to rise once more, although, at this age, it’s easier to fight the allure and drive to make the “big descent.” Still ... I wonder, too, at times, if this ol’

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Any community organization based in our circulation area wishing to list an event of community interest is invited to submit a description of 25 words or less in writing. Submissions are not guaranteed. Admissions or event costs, will not be included. Deadline is Thursday at 12:00 p.m. prior to publication date. This service is provided free of charge. Events will be listed no more than two weeks in advance. Write, Metroland Media, Attn: Regional Roundup, P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1, or fax at 613-283-5909 or e-mail: cheryl.code@metroland.com. Items will be edited as necessary. Please include name, address and phone number. EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Tuesday, January 16, 23, 30. 9:30-11:30am, CP Arena. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Wednesday, January 17, 24, 31. 9:30-11:30 am, Carambeck Community Centre. For information call 613-283-0095 Euchre, every Monday of the month. 7:30 p.m. Legion. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Bring your friends. Lunch/prizes. 613-253-6375. French Playgroup “Plaisirs D’Enfants”. Every Tuesday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Beckwith Community Hall (Black’s Corners). 613-253-0008. Ladies Darts, every Tuesday starting 7:00 p.m. Legion. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Need to lose some weight, come and join us at TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), a non-profit weight loss support group. Monday evenings 5:30-7pm, Legion, 177 George St., Info: Leanne 613-253-2013. Parent’s Lifeline of Eastern Ontario support group meets monthly on 3rd Wednesday at 130 Landsdowne Ave 6:30-8:30 pm. Drop in. All are welcome Rotary Club of Carleton Place & Mississippi Mills meet every Monday evening at 6:15 at Thirsty Moose, Mill St. (Carleton Place). Info: Louise 613-253-2602. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church worships in the Community Presbyterian Church (Almonte Presbyterian Church) 111 Church St. 10 a.m. Sunday mornings. Transportation available from Carleton Place 613-257- 5418. All welcome.

60’s Dance-Fund Raiser- Almonte Civitan- 27 January. Sponsored by Holy Name Of Mary Parish. Featuring The Startools. Proceeds to Almonte Hub Hospice and Almonte General Hospital. 613-256-5059 or at the door. “ Be there or be square”! Aerobic Classes, Every Monday in the Old Town Hall 2 pm. Enquiries: 613-256-8339. Almonte and District Horticultural Society monthly meeting on Monday, January 29, 7:30 pm, Cornerstone Community Church. “Back Yard Birding and Native Plants”. Guests welcome. Carol Alexander 613-256-1071. Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infant’s 0-12months, Monday January 15, 22, 29. 2-3pm, Almonte Public Library 55 High St. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Tuesday January 16, 23, 30. 9 am - noon, Naismith School. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Wednesday January 17, 24, 31. 9am - noon, Naismith School. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Thursday, January 11, 18, 25 9am - noon, Naismith School. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Monday January 15, 22, 29. 9am - noon, Naismith School. For information call 613-283-0095 Mills’ Seniors Services, Weekly Foot Care Clinics, Alison Kaczan RPN provides care, at the Mills’ Seniors Services Office, 67 Industrial Drive. KEMPTVILLE Call 613-256-4700 for appointment. Mississippi Mills Public Library - TravelBaby Talk, Wednesday, Jan 24, 1:30-3 p.m. ogue on “Finding St. Denis” with Bob and Sherryl Smith, Thursday February 1st, 7:00 pm in the Madison Montessori Academy, 2965 County Rd #43. Almonte Branch meeting room BNI of Kemptville, meeting. Every Tuesday 6:45-8:30 a.m. Alumni Hall, Kemptville College (613)863-4853. Kemptville Players Inc. Kids (KPIK) A.N.A.F. 315 Town Line Rd. Chile & bun. present Winter Wonderland on Saturday, Feb 2, 5-7pm, open to everyone. Come out and January 20, 2:30pm Urbandale Arts Centre. A locally written story of hope, belief enjoy good music. A.N.A.F. 315 Town Line Rd. Hot Pork and happiness. Tickets online at www. Sandwich, veggies, gravy. Jan 19, 5-7pm, open to kemptvilleplayers.ca North Grenville Toastmasters meet 1st, 3rd everyone. Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infants Thursday every month. O’Farrell Financial Ser0 - 12 months, Wednesday, January 17, 24, 31. vices, Boardroom (292 County Rd. 44). 7 p.m. 12:30 - 1:30pm, Carambeck Community Centre. Learn communication/leadership skills. “Pyjama Jam” Tuesdays 5-7:30 p.m. 207-215 For information call 613- 283-0095 Breakfast- 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Sanders St. Info: (613)258-2225 or 1(866)433After 9 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. masses at St. Mary’s- 8933 ext 2374. 28 Hawthorne. Sponsor: Knight of Columbus. LANARK Carleton Place & District Civitan Club Weekly BINGO every Tuesday. Upstairs at Arena. Bingo starts 7pm sharp. Crafts & Chat starting January 18 Thursdays Community Home Support- Carleton Place- at the Lanark Learning Centre 1:30-3:30 - Bring Friday Lunch Bunch. Friday, January 5, 12, 19, 26, along your crafts and ideas and enjoy the social Home Support Office @ 12:00. Please call Home time. Support to reserve or more info on Diner’s Clubs EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, and Transportation. 613-253-0733 Wednesday, January 17, 24, 31. 9:30- 11:30am, Community Home Support- Carleton Place- Maple Grove School. For information call 613Foot Care Clinics. Please call Home Support for 283-0095 more information and to book appointments 613EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, 253-0733. Thursday, January 11, 18, 25. 9:30- 11:30 am, Community Home Support- Footcare Clin- Maple Grove School. For information call 613ics on Tues & Thurs. For Appt. 613-253-0733. 283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Euchre, every Thursday, 1:00 p.m. Legion Thursday, January 11, 18, 25. 9:30-11:30 am, CP Hall. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Lunch. Prizes. Arena. For information call 613-283-0095 Friendly Bridge-North Lanark CHC; Fridays EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, 1:00pm. Info.: Pam 613-259-2182x2306 Monday January 15, 22, 29. 9:30-11:30am, CarFun and Fitness-St. Andrew’s United ambeck Community Centre. For information call Church Hall; Wednesdays 9:30-10:30 am. Info.: 613-283-0095 Pam 613-259-2182x2306

Lanark Legion BR. 395 Music Jamboree/ Birthday Saturday Jan 20 at 1:30pm. Musicians and public welcome. Nordic Poling Group-North Lanark CHC; Thursdays 9:00 am. Info.: Pam 613-2592182x2306 Peter Brown in Concert Saturday, January 27 Enjoy Peter’s annual Frosty Fling Concert at the Lanark Learning Centre. 67 George Street. from 7 to 9pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. To reserve, call 613-259-2207 or email annegraham2207@gmail. com Walking Group-North Lanark CHC; Tuesdays 9:00 am. Info.: Pam 613-259-2182x2306

MERRICKVILLE Merrickville Legion, dinner and dance Jan 19, 6pm, Ham & scalloped potatoes, home-made beans. Music by Watermelon Wine 7:00 - 11:00pm. Merrickville Legion, dinner and dance Jan 26, 6pm, Homemade Cabbage Rolls, mashed potatoes, mixed veggies. Music by Two for the Road 7:00 11:00pm. Merrickville Legion, Jan 15, 22, 29. Monday night Euchre 7:00pm. Merrickville Legion, Men’s Dart League every Wednesday Night, Jan 17, 24, 31. 7:00pm. Merrickville Legion, Seniors Luncheon 11:00am - 1:00pm. Jan 18.

PAKENHAM 6-Hand Euchre: Thursday January 25th 7:00pm, Upper Hall (Arena). Admission includes a light snack & prizes. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624-5580 Appreciation Ceremonies 7:15pm, Friday, January 26 On Centre Ice. Pakenham pioneer honourees are Toby and Al Barrett. Everyone is invited to this portion of the program free of charge. O Canada by the Cedar Hill Choir. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624-5580. Bingo Night: Tuesday January 23rd Doors open at 6:30 pm, games start at 7:00 pm Held at the Pakenham Public School. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624-5580 Bingo Night: Tuesday January 23rd Bingo Night: Doors open at 6:30 pm, games start at 7:00pm, Pakenham Public School. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624-5580 Fish & Chips Dinner: Friday January 26, 4:30-7:00pm in the Upper Hall. Tickets in advance. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624-5580. Frost Festival Pub Night: Saturday January 27th Upper Hall. Doors open at 7:00pm. The Ryan’s kick off the night at 8:00pm. Hypnotist Richard Cole at 9:15pm. Bake Auction with John O’Neill. Reservations in advance, call 613-6245925. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. Call 613-624-5580 Jr B Hockey Game: Friday, January 26, 7:30 p.m. Arnprior Packers vs Whitewater Kings. Movie Night: Thursday January 25th Pakenham Public School. Doors open at 6:00pm, movie starts at 6:30pm. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613624-5580 Pakenham Community Home Support sponsors: Foot care, transportation, meals on wheels, Tuesday luncheons. Info/appointment (613)6245647.

PERTH Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infants 0 - 12 months, January 11, 18, 25. 1-2pm, Taycare Senior Centre. For information call 613-283-0095 Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7:00 p.m., Thursdays, Perth Civitan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard 613-267-5305. Bridge, Social- McMartin House, 125 Gore St., East, every Friday 12:30. 613-267-3952. Community Home Support Day Hospice runs every Thursday 10-3pm, The group is for people with life-limiting illness. Pre-register 613267-6400. EarlyON Child & Family Centre Intergenerational playgroup, Carolina Retirement Suites, 12 Alma St. Thursday January 11, 25, 10-11am EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Monday January 15, 22, 29. 9:30 - noon. Taycare Senior Centre. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Taycare Senior Centre, Tuesday, January 16, 23, 30. Taycare Senior Centre, 9:30 - noon. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Wednesday, January 17, 24, 31. 10am - noon, Perth Library. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Thursday, January 11, 18, 25. 1- 3:30 pm, Taycare Senior Centre. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre, Thursday, January 18, 25. 1-2 pm, Taycare Senior Centre. Parent Discussion Group. Free child care. For information call 613-283-0095 Epiphany Carol Service, Sunday Jan 21, 4pm, St. James the Apostle Anglican Church. 12 Harvey St, 613-267-1163 stjamesperth.ca Epiphany Carol Service with the St. James Liturgical Choir & Children’s Choir. Sunday Jan 21, 4pm. Film Night International Perth kicks off its 15th season with the acclaimed film Loving Vincent, Wednesday January 24, 2 and 7pm at the Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig St. For more details, 613.267.1224. General Meeting- Monday January 22 7pm. Royal Canadian Legion, Perth 26 Beckwith St.E. Lanark County Quilters Guild meeting, Tuesday Jan 23, 1pm, Lions Hall, Perth Fairgrounds. Refreshments. Guests welcome. Northern Landsharks will be selling ties to support Alzheimer’s Society of Lanark, inside Barnabe’s YIG, Dufferin St Perth, Saturday, January 20, 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Perth Civitan Country Jamboree, Sunday, January 27th, Civitan Hall. Doors open 4pm, Dinner 5 pm. Dance to follow. Info: 613-2671825. Perth Stamp Club Meeting at 7:30 pm., Wednesday, Jan 24, McMartin House, 125 Gore E. For info. call Phil Warrington 613-264-0724. Robbie Burns- Evening of January 20 2018. Tickets available at the Perth Legion Bar or Marilyn 613-267-2688 RTA Central Club, Saturday, January 20 Level 1, 6 km. Moderate pace. Snowshoe near Balderson. Depart Conlon Farm, Perth at 9:30am. Leaders: Peder Krogh and Maida Murray, 613-456-6085 RTA Central Club, Sunday, January 28, Level 1, 6 km. Moderate pace. Snowshoe on Rideau Trail from Ferrier Road to Conlon Farm. Depart Conlon Farm, Perth at 9:30a.m. Leader: Brenda Ethier, 613-464-8746 Seniors Shopping Bus Trip, 3rd Tues of the month. Space limited. Call 613-267-7000 to reserve your seat.

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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church (1 Drummond St. W.) worship Sunday January 21, 2 p.m. The week of prayer for Christian Unity runs from January 17 - January 24. All welcome. The Butterfly Fan Club- Perth & District Breast Cancer Support Group. Thurs., Jan 18, 7-9pm, Perth Family Health Centre, 22 Lewis St. 613-812-4474. TOPS meetings every Tuesday 5 to 6 p.m. at Perth Community Care Centre on Sunset Blvd. Lose weight sensibly with group support. Further info call 613-264-2827 or 613-267-4508.

RURAL 4 Hand Euchre 3rd Friday of the month. 7:30 p.m., Pierces Corners Hall. Light lunch. All welcome. Info: 613-489-1684 4-Hand Euchre: Thursday January 18th, 7:00pm, Upper Hall (Arena). Admission includes a light snack & prizes. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624-5580 6 hand euchre, light lunch, every Saturday, 1 p.m. Montague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rosedale Rd S. (613)283-8482. All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner, third Friday of month, 6pm, proceeds to Legion generator, Royal Canadian Legion Br. #542, Westport Alzheimer Society- Support Group Meetings. 3rd Friday each month, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Country Roads Community Health Centre, 4319 Cove Rd. at Hwy. 15 (Portland). American Mahjongg -Thursdays, 1:30 pm, ABC Hall, everyone welcome, lessons provided, Info Rosetta at (613) 268-2548 Annual Meeting- Lanark County Cattlemen’s Assoc. Beckwith Township Hall, 1702 9th Line Beckwith. Saturday, January 20, 9 a.m. Guest speaker: Dr. Steve Scott. Lunch provided. Beckwith Playgroup meets Mondays and Thursdays, 9:30-11:30. Beckwith Twp Hall, Black’s Corners, (Sept.-June). Info: 613-2571539. Best Possible Start Drop-In. Parenting information and support. 1st and 3rd Monday’s each month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Country Roads CHC, 4319 Cove Road, Portland. Info: Early Years Team, 613-272-2799 or 1-888-998-9927. Bingo, Elgin Lions Club Hall, every Thursday night, 7 p.m. Smoke free. Crokinole at the Middleville Community Centre Friday January 19th at 7:30 pm lite potluck lunch. Everyone welcome Toledo Legion, Euchre Tournament, Last Saturday of every month starting January 27, starts at 1 pm. Doors open at 12 pm. Last registration is 12:45. Dueling Pianos Dave Kalil and Tyler Kealey, Friday January 19th. Doors open 7:30pm. Show starts at 8:30pm, Upper Hall. Black & White Theme. Reservations in advance, 613624-5925. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-6245580 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Tuesday, January 16, 23, 30. 9:30 -11:30 am, Montague Centennial Hall. For information call 613283-0095 Ecumenical Church Service: Sunday January 21st 11:00am St. Mark’s Anglican Church. A light lunch follows the service. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624-5580 See RURAL page 15

LAWS looking for additional in-shelter, off-site volunteers Looking for something to do? Please volunteer at LAWS. A three-hour shift per week will make a huge difference for us and it will make you feel good about yourself. LAWS depends on the generous help of volunteers who give of their time both in-shelter and off-site. There are many different volunteer opportunities to choose from. At present our most urgent need is for cat assistants – one three-hour shift per week, either 8 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 4 p.m. Minimum age to volunteer is 16 years. Commitment of six months required. Our webpage, www.lanarkanimals.ca, has much more information about volunteering at LAWS. You can download the volunteering application form and send it to: shelter@lanarkanimals.ca or drop it off at LAWS. This week’s featured pets Bloom Bloom is a very petite but pretty, about one-year-old female cat. Bloom loves to share hugs and kisses.

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Frost Festival Kids Day: Sunday, January 21st 10:00am-1:00pm Cedar Hill Christmas Tree Farm. Tobogganing, zip line, straw sliding mound, bird feeder building, indoor magic show (11:00am), bonfire with marshmallows and hot chocolate! Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-6245580 Frost Festival Pancake, Saturday, January 20th Breakfast: 7:30am-11:00am, Upper Hall, Stewart Community Centre. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624-5580 Fun and Fitness-Ferguson’s Falls Hall; Tuesdays and Fridays 8:15-9:15 or 9:30-10:30 am. Info.: Pam 613-259-2182x2306 Fun and Fitness-Middleville Community Centre Hall; Mondays and Thursdays 9:30-10:30 am. Info.: Pam 613-259-2182x2306 Fun and Fitness-Snow Road Community Hall-Gentle Class; Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:00-noon. Info.: Pam 613-259-2182x2306 Fun and Fitness-Snow Road Community Hall; Mondays and Thursdays 9:30-10:30 am Info.: Pam 613-259-2182x2306 Fun and Fitness-Watson’s Corners Hall; Mondays 9:30-10:30 am. Info.: Pam 613-2592182x2306 Guthrie United Church Roast Beef dinner with all the trimmings, January 28th, 4 to 6 pm. Clayton Community Hall. Heckston United Church Snowmobile Supper, Jan 28, 4:30-6:30pm. Job Search Resource Centre, job postings, computer and internet access, resume writing assistance, job search seminars and employment counselling. Guthrie House, 10 Perth St., Elgin. Mon.-Fri. 9-4. 613-359-1140.

She likes to be held and will reward you with a soft purring sound. She likes to play with toys as well as with the other cats she's sharing her space with. Bloom is inquisitive and happy. She's extremely affectionate and wishes nothing more than to go home with you especially if you don't mind sharing your lap with her. Bloom is available at LAWS. Molly Molly is a perfect Calico cat with unique markings of about one-year-old. Because calico is not a specific breed, their temperaments are as varied as the breeds among which they are found. However, the Cat Breeds Encyclopedia attributes a few certain characteristics to calico cats. They are described as having sweet and endearing personalities and as being warmhearted, affectionate, intelligent and good with children. Molly is all of that, she's available for adoption at LAWS. Whittaker

Kid’s Races, Skating, Little Miss & Mister Pakenham, Saturday January 20th 6:00pm to 8:00pm, Arena Ice Surface. Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Pakenham Frost Festival event. Call 613-624-5580 Kitley Elders Potluck Lunch Thursday Jan 18 noon, Anglican Hall Newbliss. All welcome. Info: Alice 613-284-0307. Lanark County Cattlemen’s Association Annual General Meeting will be held at Beckwith Hall, January 20, 9AM. Lunch provided. Line dancing, Fridays, 10-11 am, ABC Hall, for everyone including beginners and seniors, Info Rhonda Aisbitt, rhondaaisbitt@hotmail.ca or (613) 885-8543 Line dancing, Wednesdays - 3-4 pm, ABC Hall, for everyone including beginners and seniors. Info Rhonda Aisbitt, rhondaaisbitt@hotmail.ca or (613) 885-8543 Middleville Agricultural Society General Annual meeting, January 31, Hopetown United Church, 7:30pm. Everyone is welcome to attend. Marg MacNeill 613-259-2719. Mindfullness Meditation for Beginners, Thursday afternoons, 1:30-2:30, Country Roads Community Health Centre, 4319 Cove Road, Portland. To register call Mandy 613-272-2799 ext. 258, 1-888998-9927. Monday Nite Bingo, Royal Canadian Legion Br#542, Westport. Doors open 5:30pm bingo starts 7pm, new progressive toonie pot. Musicians Circle -Thursdays, 7 pm, ABC Hall, All musicians welcome and all genres of music. For information call Matt Churchill 613-273-9005 mattchurchill@hotmail.com Rideau Mellowdears, all male chorus, always welcome new voices, each Wednesday, 1:30-3:30pm at Bethel United Church, Rideau Ferry Road. No Audition Necessary. Contact: Lorne 613-264-1277.

This Week’s Pets Whittaker has a bit of a different story to share: He was a stowaway in a gentleman's truck at the Walmart parking lot in Smiths Falls on one of those recent very cold days. Whittaker obviously knew that this man knew where the Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) was and just needed a ride not to mention a warm bed and some yummy food. He was clearly a pet at one point as he is a friendly medium long hair male cat who can also be a bit feisty at times. He went to see the vet and was given clean bill of health, got some flea control, a microchip and his rabies shot. He also got a good grooming to make him look as handsome as possible. The photographer happened to be around too...so here he is ready for you to adopt! Whittaker, who is about one and a half years old, will make someone a great companion and wants

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his new family to know that he prefers to be inside in the winter. He is available at LAWS snoozing in his favorite new cat bed. Kooper Kooper was born at the shelter and is now six-months-old. Kooper is 99.9 per cent black with a few cute white hairs on his tiny chest. He is a very sweet small male kitten. All his five siblings found forever homes and we hope Kooper’s forever family will come soon too. He’s very affectionate, playful, good with other cats and available to be adopted at LAWS. His adoption fee is $160 and he’s neutered/micro-chipped and up to date with his inoculations. Baker Hi there, Baker here. I can’t believe I haven’t been adopted yet. I am a lovely female tabby and I arrived at LAWS when I was a tiny piece of fluff of about five weeks old in July. I was very scared and fearful of all the new things hap-

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pening to me and I just needed time to adjust to all the love and attention. Meanwhile I am almost eight months old and I am still at LAWS. The staff tells me that I’ve made a huge positive improvement in my behaviour. I now enjoy being held, I love it. I love to snuggle in the crease of your arms, I purr loudly to show you when I am happy. I have learned that humans are not too bad after all. Sometimes I can still be a little shy but I am 100 per cent ready to be adopted. I keep looking out of the window for you to come and get me. Please hurry and give me the home I have been longing for so long. See you soon, I hope? Thank you for your continued support. Follow us if you like on Facebook at www.facebook.com/lanarkanimals, visit us online at www. lanarkanimals.ca or if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the shelter at shelter@lanarkanimals.ca or by calling 613283-9308. LAWS is located at 253 Glenview Road in Smiths Falls.

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three new restaurants opening, the upcoming run is starting in February, the theatre’s great … then you’re selling here, not why you can live here and still be close to somewhere else,” he said. Linton said for the company's employees, having a place where they can go at night, spend money and have a good time is important. “They can say the theatre’s great, and I had a great time,” he said. Linton suggested that the Station Theatre could be part of a theatre circuit in connection with Gananoque’s Thousand Island Playhouse.

“Today it (the theatre) is good, but in two or three years it could be super amazing,” he said. The donation was also personal for Linton, whose son, a Grade 11 student at Canterbury High School in Ottawa, is involved with theatre. “We go to a ton of shows,” he said. “When you have a kid that’s in it and knows it, I’m just basically a passenger on his interest – it’s great.” This is one of three large donations being made in the community. One was made to the Smiths Falls Community Food Bank before Christmas.

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preserve it, let’s fix what’s wrong. But don’t take it away,” she said as she teared up, passion clear in her voice. “As our parents handed it to us, we need to hand it down.” Headlam voiced her concerns representing the others who’d signed the petition. And while Headlam recognized that the town needs to make infrastructure repairs, she noted, “This plan, to me, and my friends who have signed the petition — it’s not about the revitalization but it sounds more like the reconstruction of our main street.” A type of reconstruction, they said, isn’t needed because it will reduce parking downtown, pose safety concerns, congest traffic and destroy a heritage element in town. “With the parallel parking those cars are going to be lined up all the way back to Tim Hortons, here, waiting for one person,” said Headlam. “I was in Perth and someone tried to take their mother over the snowbank with parallel parking and she fell,” she said. The incident resulted in an ambulance called, Headlam said. She questioned how much it would cost to clear the proposed wider sidewalks of snow and debris. Troy Dunlop, the town’s director of public works and utilities, stated in a previous meeting that an exact figure related to a change in snow clearing activities due to a potential streetscape reconfiguration wasn’t known, but could take extra time. He acknowledged in response to a similar question she had made a “fair point.” Headlam also pointed out that to her angled parking on Beckwith is “heritage.” “It’s what our aunts and uncles and parents fought to keep it that way,” she said. In a previous interview, Coun. Lorraine Allen, who sits on the town’s

heritage committee, said concerns regarding heritage preservation on Beckwith Street lies in maintaining the wide street, having a clear sightline across it and maintaining the views of the heritage buildings on the street. Allen said from a heritage perspective, particular issue was taken with the draft design featuring a median that would have disrupted the clear sightlines and the wide street, creating an effect that would have looked like two separate highways. Headlam also asked council if residents would be able to ask questions and get answers at the next open house. “We need to have our input,” she said. Pankow said after the petition was handed to him that the comments and petition provided will be shared with all of council, and will be added to the comments and feedback that are being complied as part of the consultation process. Coun. Jay Brennan, speaking for all of council, said that he appreciated Headlam’s input and encouraged her to attend the second Beckwith Street redevelopment open house. The town will be hosting the open house on Wednesday, Feb. 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. upstairs at the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Center located at 71 Cornelia St. The town said in a public notice that the design team will be on hand to provide updated details on traffic, parking and streetscape aspects relating to the Beckwith Street corridor, and will be available to answer any questions the public may have regarding current details relating to the project. The town has encouraged residents and business owners to come out and provide feedback on this major local project. The meeting will be “drop-in” format so please drop in at any time during the two-hour session.

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A cheque for $34,521.38 was presented to the Station Theatre in Smiths Falls on Thursday, Jan. 11, by Canopy Growth Corporation’s Chairman and CEO Bruce Linton. Pictured here from left to right, Katharine Coleman, theatre administrator, Terry Watkiss, board member and head of the technical committee, Sally Smith, board member, David Hoffman, vice chair of the board, Bruce Linton, Chair and CEO of Canopy Growth, and Dave Thornley, board member and property manager.

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Although all the staff members in this photo are male, the workforce at the RCA Victor plant in Smiths Falls was 80 per cent female. The plant operated from 1954 to 1979, pressing records from such worldrenowned artists as Elvis Presley and the Beatles.

Ice Storm ’98: A chill of a lifetime

nap, crack, crash … watch your head! I lived in a twostorey farm house near Morrisburg when the Ice Storm of ’98 blew through eastern Ontario, Quebec and part of the eastern United States. I had a beautiful yard with lots of trees; two German shepherds, and husband who worked as a farmhand in the neighbourhood. I was the sports writer for the Morrisburg Leader; my first gig as a reporter. At first, the freezing rain looked kind of neat, and I was out in the yard, skating across the front lawn, with camera in hand, getting up close and personal with some cool ice formations on the big ol’ pine tree. Then I’d slip/slide back to the house and take cover while watching the accumulation of ice on the deck, the windowsills, the driveway, and my car. I wondered when it was going to quit. Then the lights went out. When the husband came home from work, he said it wasn’t getting any better outside. We hunkered down for the night, hoping the pipes wouldn’t freeze. Then they did. We couldn’t stay at the house, as there was no other heat than from the oil furnace, so we loaded up the car and his truck, and went to live at the farm where he worked. We were welcomed with open arms to a family of four with a dog of their own. There was no power at the farm either but they had a woodstove. When we discovered how big the power outage was, panic rippled through the neighbourhood. The farm had a generator which was shared between the many neighbours. This was a problem as all the farmers needed the generator twice a day for milking—many of them milked only once a day. The cows bawled to be milked. Their udders were so full they leaked into the gutters. It was heartbreaking to hear them. I made several trips to the barn for hot water when we had the generator. I’d fill five-gallon pails and haul them to the house so we could all take baths. Our evenings were spent gathered around the table in the kitchen playing cards by candlelight and lanterns, listening to Lowell Green on the radio telling us how bad the situation was throughout the area.

LAURIE WEIR Weir View The army had been called in to help. People were camping out at recreation centres and schools and hallsturned-evacuation centres. People were banding together to ensure their neighbours were safe. Some people who lived in remote areas froze to death before the army could check in on them. There was death and destruction, despair and heartache, but there were good deeds, community spirit, and a need to help each other. We developed a strong friendship with our hosts and their girls, as we shared laughter and fun and some good-natured ribbing while playing board games by the woodstove. I fed calves; one I called Dolly. She was mostly white with a little black face, and she became my third “dog” as she knew when I was coming down the aisle of the barn with her bottle. She nudged me at the gate of her pen, and I climbed in with her to feed her. It was warm in her bed of straw and I snuggled with her as I fed her, scratching her head and assuring her that things would be OK. When the ice rain finally stopped, we battled through the thick layers of destruction and got back to some sort of normality over the weeks that passed. I went to the barn often to visit Dolly. She grew up and was put out to pasture within a couple years as she was going to have her first calf. It was neat to see her in the field one day as we were driving around the country. She was easy to pick out of the herd. She was the only white cow with the black face. I ambled through the long grass to the fence, and called out her name, not knowing if I’d get a reaction or if she’d just ignore me. She lifted her head from grazing and spotted me at the fence. I waited … and she actually ran over and gave me that familiar head nudge. It was pretty incredible to know that she remembered me over a bond that formed during Ice Storm ’98.

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Anita Garvin, 8, makes floating raisins with baking soda, vinegar and raisins at the Smiths Falls Public Library as part of the Silly Science programming on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018.

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Connected to Your Community - SF6 - Thursday, January 18, 2018

Get a grip on slippery winter walking conditions with help of local initiative BY EVELYN HARFORD

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With icy surfaces created by freezing rain, compacted snow or a freeze-thaw cycle posing a hazard this winter, many of us have either slipped, tripped or fallen. Just ask Smiths Falls town Coun. Lorraine Allen, who slipped, fell and broke her ankle this winter while trying to walk down stairs outside her home. “I flew into the air, grabbed the railing and came down on my ankle sitting up,” she said. “I knew the moment I landed that I had broken something.” Luckily, there’s a new program serving Lanark County — including Smiths Falls — aiming to help people stay upright when surfaces get slippery. The Get A Grip program, made possible through a partnership between the Mills Community Support and Community and Primary Health Care (CPHC) based out of Carleton Place, is working to provide shoe grippers for those aged 65-plus. The program is Jeff Mills’ brain child. Mills, the co-ordinator of community development at the Mills Community Support, saw someone sporting the grippers while bird watching last year. “My first thought was for my own safety, then my altruistic side said, ‘Hey everybody could use a pair of these,’” he said. After seeing the grippers in action, talk quickly expanded to discuss their potential use with seniors. The program The program offers free grippers to seniors (people 65plus), and operates on a “payit-forward” model, meaning if you are 65-plus and can afford to pay the $25 fee for the grippers you can pay, and help someone else get the grippers who might not be able to afford it. The grippers retail for $45. Unlike other grippers attached to the shoe with a toe and a heel cap, which can slip off, or metal grippers that need to be removed when entering a building, the grippers offered through the Get A Grip program are easy to put on, slipping right over shoes and anchored in the centre. They can be kept on your shoes from the fall through winter. “They’re very, very easy to use. You don’t even notice them,” said Patti Lennox, manager, caregiver support and community programs, at CPHC.

And while the program is targeting seniors, Mills said the grips are for everybody. “Anyone, I don’t care how old you are can benefit from having these on the shoes,” said Mills. “We’ll sell them to anybody.” The program has purchased 2,000 of the grippers, upping the number from the original 1,000 purchased at the outset of the initiative. “We’ve had a lot of really positive interest in it,” said Lennox. Independence Both agencies — the Mills and CPHC — have are focusing on ways to mitigate social isolation for seniors, particularly in rural areas. “If you’re afraid to go out because you’re afraid that you’ll fall, you’re not going to go to your bridge club, you’re not going to go to the church,” said Lennox. “This (the grippers) allows them to safely leave their homes.” “Plus, the stats around slip and falls and the terrible health outcomes for seniors is pretty drastic,” chimed in Mills during a joint interview. “It’s the No. 1 reason why seniors end up in long-term care. “We recognize that seniors need to get out and they need to get out and be safe.” As you get older, people aren’t as nimble. “The thing with winter slip and falls is I don’t care what your age, if your footwear is not gripping, you’re down like that. It takes no time,” he said. Mills said he got a call recently from a woman in Brockville who had fallen twice and was left with a brain injury — and is worried about going outside without her grippers. “It’s pretty serious when you fall, because if you’re slipping on ice and falling it’s not a soft landing,” he said. “You’re really going to hit yourself and hurt yourself.” Through the Get A Grip program, Mills said they wanted to do two main things — decrease the number of falls and reduce social isolation for seniors. “It’s a tough, cold winter for an isolated senior to hunker down in November and come out in April,” he said. “We want people to be engaged in their community, but they need to be safe.” It’s something Allen has experienced first-hand. “Outside makes you feel better,” she said. “Now I know it because I’ve been inside for seven weeks. It’s not nice.” Right now, there are approx-

both inside and outside of their homes to reduce the risk of a fall. Other tips include: • Get the right mobility device, fitted for you; • Make sure there is proper lighting in your home and outside; • Eliminate trip hazards like mats; • Go to the eye and foot doctor regularly; • Be aware of your body; • Make sure your medications are in check; and • Get grippers.

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The “Get A Grip” program is made possible through a partnership between the Mills Community Support and Community and Primary Health Care (CPHC) based out of Carleton Place. Pictured here, Patti Lennox, manager, caregiver support & community programs, at CPHC (left) and Jeff Mills, coordinator community development, Mills Community Support (right) show off the grippers available through the program.

Stigma Lennox is involved in the South East Local Health Integration Network’s fall prevention committee and has been involved with the fall prevention program for about four years. Lennox said the very real stigma, which keeps people away from the class, needs to erode. “There is an acknowledgement that if you attend a fall prevention course, you’re admitting that you’re getting older and you’re not as capable as you used to be, or that you’re See Grippers page SF9

imately 15,000 seniors (people aged 65-plus in Lanark County) and an additional 15,000 who are aged 55 to 65. Mills said that through the grip program, he hopes seniors will regain confidence in their footing and venture out and about — even in the depths of the cold, and slippery Canadian winter. “It’s a simple thing we can do,” he said. Increased fall risk with age Unintentional falls are the leading cause of injury for Ontarians aged 65 and over, according to the Ontario Injury Prevention Resource Centre. In one year alone, over 100,000 emergency department visits, over 20,000 hospital admissions and more than 2,000 deaths are credited to falls for Ontarians 65 and over, costing the health care system $1 billion in direct costs. Lennox said many factors can lead to a fall as people age. “Are you going and getting your eyes checked? Are you getting your feet looked at? Are you going and getting regular checkups with your doctor? Do you have your meds under control?” she asked. “It could be a medication issue making you dizzy.” Lennox advises that people check for potential hazards

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Smiths Falls police bust illegal grow-op

On Friday, Jan. 12, 2018 members of the Smiths Falls police executed a drug search warrant on a commercial tenant, known as the Siloki Inc., at 361 Queen St. in Smiths Falls. Police report that they located a large-scale grow-op inside the business. Police said they seized approximately 52 marijuana plants, a quantity of loose marijuana buds, production and growing materials.

Police report that they located, arrested and charged 46-year-old, Richard Peskett, of Smiths Falls, for production of a Schedule II substance and possession of a Schedule II substance for the purpose of trafficking. The suspect was later released by way of a promise to appear in court and officer in charge undertaking to answer to these charges.

These allegations have not been proven in court. The Smiths Falls Police Service urges anyone with further information regarding this incident, or similar incidents, to contact our service at 613-283-0357. Information may be provided anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Source: Smiths Falls Police Service

Local man arrested for failing to pay bill On Jan. 7, 2018, at approximately 1 a.m. Smiths Falls police were called to a business on Center Street for a reported customer who failed to pay his outstanding bill. Investigation revealed that a 44-yearold male suspect had left without paying for his order. Police located and stopped the suspect a short time later, operating a vehicle on Highway 15 south. The suspect was found to be under the influence of alcohol. Police administered an alcohol screening device on the suspect and it resulted in a “fail” reading. The suspect was subsequently placed under arrest for having more than 80 mg of alcohol in 100 ml of blood. Police transported the suspect to the Smiths Falls Police Service (SFPS) where he refused to provide a breath sample to a qualified breath technician.

As a result, the suspect had his driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and his vehicle impounded for a period of seven days. The suspect was later released by police by way of a promise to appear in court and is charged with one count of failing to provide a breath sample. *** On Friday, Jan. 5, 2018, at approximately 11:29 a.m., police attended a residence on Empress Avenue and located a 24-year-old male suspect of no fixed address, with an outstanding warrant for his arrest issued by the Ottawa Police Service (OPS). The suspect was subsequently placed under arrest and later turned over to the OPS. *** On Friday, Jan. 5, 2018 at approximately 11:02 p.m. police responded to

a residence on Parkland Court for a report of a domestic disturbance. Investigation revealed that a 50-yearold male suspect of Smiths Falls had assaulted a female resident and was in breach of his release conditions. The suspect was subsequently placed under arrest and stands charged with three counts of assault, one count of breaching his probation order and one count of breaching his justice of the peace undertaking condition and was held for a bail hearing to answer to these charges. The SFPD urges anyone with further information regarding these incidents, or similar incidents, to contact our service at 613-283-0357. Information may be provided anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Source: Smiths Falls Police Service

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Another judicial pretrial date set in alleged CAS hacking case BY EVELYN HARFORD

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Another judicial pretrial date is scheduled in the alleged Children’s Aid Society’s (CAS) hacking case. A pretrial held in December at the Perth courthouse was adjourned to Jan. 31 – the third judicial pretrial for the case. In 2016, the Smiths Falls police alleged that Kelly Denham was responsible for posting the confidential information of 285 clients of the Family and Children’s Services of Lanark, Leeds, and Grenville on the Internet. It is alleged that she accessed the service’s computer system to access the information, and then posted a link to one of the documents online. She has been charged with the following offences: •Theft under $5,000 (section 334 of the Criminal Code of Canada (CCA);

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•Mischief over $5,000 (section 430 (1) of the CCA); •Mischief of data (section 430 (5) of the CCA); •Unauthorized use of a computer (section 342 of the CCA); •Traffic in identity information (section 402.2 (2) of the CCA); and, •Publication of identifying information (section 85 (3) of the Child and Family Services Act of Ontario.) These charges have not been proven in court. If convicted, Denham could face imprisonment of up to 10 years and/or fines of up to $10,000. A previous pretrial was held on Dec. 19 at 9:30 a.m. at the Perth courthouse. That pretrial date was set at a previous court appearance in November 2017. There was a tentative trial date set for last summer, but was dependent upon any rulings at a trial confirmation hearing and did not proceed.

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THIS WEEK’S PUZZLE ANSWERS IN NEXT WEEKS ISSUE.

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horoscopes ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Plans to get together with friends this week could be delayed by other responsibilities, Aries. Do not feel the need to cancel; just reschedule your plans. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, financial issues may force you to work a little harder right now to make some extra money. Make a concerted effort to save more and take care of your financial obligations.

HERE’S HOW IT WORKS: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Treat yourself to a present this week, Virgo. A nice dinner, an unexpected luxury or even a spa treatment is the kind of pampering that can go a long way.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you may need to wait a little longer to receive some news you have been anticipating. Don’t let this get you down. Change is on the way and will come soon enough.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, make an effort to lift the spirits of a loved one this week. Responsibilities may be weighing on them, and you can lighten their mood just by being there for them.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, treat yourself to a brief respite from the daily grind. Spend time with the family and enjoy some well-deserved rest and relaxation in the days ahead.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, sometimes you may feel as if you are the only person getting things done. Just keep up your hard work and the rewards will come. Others are taking notice.

41. Evergreen trees native to warm climates 1. Measurement (abbr.) 42. Begin __: start fresh 4. Returned material authoriza- 44. Marshy outlets tion (abbr.) 47. A chicken lays one 7. Sorting 48. Yemen’s largest city 12. Attribute 49. Conversion rate 15. Poked holes in 50. Single Lens Reflex 16. Angers 52. Atlanta rapper 18. Doc 53. Reduce the importance of 19. MLB journeyman pitcher 56. Faces of buildings Dillon 61. Something achieved 20. Not don’t 63. Distribute again 21. Snubs someone 64. Tooth caregiver 24. Where kids bathe 65. 007’s creator 27. One might be in distress 30. Chair 31. Music industry honors (abbr.) 33. Dash 34. Owed 35. Caucasian language 37. One thousand (Span.) 39. Musical style drum and bass

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LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, make a concerted effort to open a line of communication with someone who means a lot to you. He or she may need a helping hand, and you are just the person to provide that assistance.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, if your patience is wearing thin, try to embrace distractions that can help you pass the time. This can make things less stressful. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you have been doing well financially, but you still hope to do better. Speak with a planner or a knowledgeable relative on how to make your money work harder. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Engage in activities that make you feel good and boost your selfconfidence this week, Aquarius. This may be as simple as hitting the gym for a workout. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Phone a friend and set up a time to get together, Pisces. Reconnecting and sharing a laugh or two will be a boon to both of you and raise your spirits.

28. Mothers 29. Dardic ethnic group 1. Skater Lipinksi 32. Supports the rudder 2. Data 36. An ugly evil-looking old woman 3. Single step 38. Of a fasting time 4. Destroyed financially 40. Filled with passengers 5. Fail to interpret correctly 43. Below the ribs and above 6. Fava d’__: tree found in the hips Brazil 44. Binary-coded decimal 7. Vehicle 45. 51 is a famous one 8. Limited 46. Goes into a funk 9. Old English 51. Chief O’Hara actor 10. Aussie golfer Norman 54. Videocassette recorder 11. Job 12. Loose-fitting undergarments 55. Scored perfectly 56. Type of tree 13. Protected by balancing 57. __ Spumante (Italian wine) 14. Give up 58. Popular commercial “pet” 17. Fifth note of a major scale 59. Supreme god of Ancient 22. Extravagantly bright Egyptians 23. Takes dictation 60. Room in a home 24. 19th letter of Greek alphabet 62. __ and behold 25. Rounded knob (biology) 26. French philosopher Pierre

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Middleville Agricultural Society General Annual Meeting will be held on January 31st at Hopetown United Church 7:30pm Everyone is welcome to attend Anyone interested in volunteering at the fair or on any of the numerous committees would be definitely be welcome. Info call Marg MacNeill at 613-259-2719. DEATH NOTICE

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HAPPY 75th BIRTHDAY January 23rd, 2018 Donna Wright Think of all the wonderful stages of your life, Mom. Think of all the family you inspired along the way. Think of all the love you gave us each day. Think of all the joyful times we shared. Think of all the sorrows you showed us how to bear. Think of all the ways you get to now enjoy the fruits of your life that have come back to you tenfold. Happy Birthday, Mom. You are our hero. Love from us all, Randy and Sherry, Dan and Vicki, Paul and Shelley, Mark and Penny and all your grandchildren and great grandchildren BIRTHDAY

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Kevin and June Wark would like to thank Lanark Highlands Fire Department and Mutual Aid partners for their quick response to our fire on January 2, 2018 and hard work in frigid temperatures. We would like to thank family and friends and everyone that donated clothes and toys for the kids and donations to help our son Shane and Kelly-Ann at such a tragic time. Owners of #7 West in Carleton Place for accommodations for a place to stay for the time being. Again we would like to thank everyone for their support.

Quinn, Catherine

The family of the late Catherine Quinn would like to thank the many people who have provided support prior to and following her passing on January 2nd, 2018. Special thanks to the care givers at the Perth hospital, the many who supported the family at the visitation, funeral and reception. Thank you to Father Brian McNally for his care and compassion and Ann McMahon, the choir and servers for the celebration of the Funeral Mass. Thank you to Blair and Son Funeral Home and all the staff for the exceptional support. Thank you to everyone involved at the reception in the Ferguson Falls Hall including Norma Melanson, Judy Donnelly, Darlene Sargeant, Jodi Storie, Mary Adam, Olie Hollington, Helen Cameron, Lillian Stroud, Susan McDonald, Rayburn Storie and Sam Shaw, thank you. The Quinn Family

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ALAN MIRABELLI

1948-2017 Ottawa, Ontario Alan arrived in Canada, the country he loved, as a young child with his parents Robert and Lisette and his sister Marilyn (Toronto), following a short time in the U.K. where he lived with his family after fleeing Egypt as refugees of war. As a Communications and student at Loyola College in Montreal he worked at America Express including at the corporate pavilion at Expo 67 in Montreal. After graduating with a Master’s Degree in Communication from Fairfield University in Connecticut. Alan becomes a professor at Loyola University in Montreal. Relocating to Ottawa in the mid-seventies, Alan made a difference for families in Canada as coExecutive Director with Dr. Robert Glossop at the Vanier Institute of the Family more than 30 years. Following his 1998 sabbatical, spent in BC, Alan discovered this county’s beauty through new eyes and captured the nature of relationship in his powerful and evocative images. Alan’s photographs can be found in homes and offices across Canada and at the Ottawa Art Gallery. While his accomplishments were many, the one he was most proud of was his son Michel, who with his wife Alison are raising his five amazing grandchildren Ava, Ben, Tommy, Lucas and Leah. Alan spent the past 40 years in the community of Almonte and village of Appleton where he found joy in his many friendships with neighbours and colleagues in the artist community. He was a mentor to many and to the end of his last chapter he continued to meet with budding artists, young people and children guiding them to become the best of themselves in their creative pursuits. A Celebration of Alan’s life will be held on January 20, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Unitarian Church located at 30 Cleary Ave in Ottawa. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alan Mirabelli Fund at the Vanier Institute or a charity of your choice that brings you joy and happiness. Arrangements entrusted to Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place. www.barkerfh.com

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BALL, JOHN

Peacefully in The Grove Nursing Home, on Tuesday January 9th, 2018, John Gordon Ball, formerly of Perth and Ottawa passed away following a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer’s. Beloved husband of the late Irene (Nichol). Dearly loved and much respected father to Rick (Linda) of Victoria, BC, Bob (Allison), of Bahamas, Ron (Cathy) of Oakville, ON, Julie (Craig Campbell) of Ladysmith, BC/Arnprior, ON. Cherished and adored grandfather of; Skye, Meaghan, Jesse, Chris, Devon, Jenny, and Tess. Great grandfather of Emma. (Meaghan and Dave). Predeceased by his 8 siblings. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. John was born in Myrtle, ON on March 8, 1922. He joined the army when he was 16 and worked for the Corps of Engineers. He retired from the army in 1967 as W02 Chief Warrant Officer. He ended his career in 1980 retiring from Energy Mines and Resources. He lived a full and active life, and was simply, a beautiful man. Private family arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. For those wishing, a donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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BRENNAN, Terrance (Terry) 1958 - 2018 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Terrance (Terry) Clement Brennan on January 7, 2018 in hospital in Calgary, AB. Terry was the son of Clement O’Neil Brennan and the late Arthelene Brennan (nee Michael), step son to the late Mary Brennan, husband of Ellen MacFarlane, father of Terry Jr., Shawn and Tara, brother of Betty Jean, David (Jen), Karen (Ken), Cathy (Donnie), Greg (Sylvie) and Sandy (Hubert). Uncle to many nieces and nephews. In memory of Terry please consider a donation to a charity of your choice. A family service will take place at a later date.

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JOHNSON, MARY ELEANOR BONDO (formerly “Mrs. Wright”) Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family at the Ottawa General Hospital on Friday, January 12, 2018, Mary passed away following a 4 year struggle with cancer. She was 67 years old. Cherished wife and companion of Peter Johnson, loving and much loved mother of Simon Wright (Greta Venegas), Erin Wright (Devdutt Rajan) and step-mother of Kelly Kerr, Pamela Pilon, Christopher Johnson and Phillip Downs (Kathy). Cherished “Grandma Mary” of Kael, Taylor, Joshua, Mathew, Gavin and Samantha. Much loved sister of Anne (Mark), Margie (Klaus), Carole (Roch), Helen (Kai) and Richard. Mary will be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews. Friends and Family are invited to visit at the Kemptville Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 805 Prescott Street, Kemptville on Thursday, January 18, 2018 from 12 noon to 2 pm. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel at 2pm, followed by a reception in the funeral home Reception Centre. Donations may be made to Friends of the North Grenville Public Library. Condolences/Tributes/Donations Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca 613-258-2435

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ELLIOTT, DONALD ORMOND

Passed away on January 8, 2018 in Almonte, ON. Don Formerly of Blackburn Hamlet and currently of Almonte, ON, at the age of 75. Predeceased by his parents, Hazelwood and Anna Elliott, also his brother Bill. Survived by his brothers, Ronald and Robert (Brenda). Missed by his Dear Friend for over 30 years Doris Flinn and his children, Lynne Thompson (Bob Belding), Elizabeth Elliott (Paul Brunet), Thomas Elliott, Keith Elliott (Olivia Elliott) and his stepson, Garry Flinn. Also, survived by his 6 grandchildren. Donations in memory of Don may be made to the Ottawa Heart Institute. There will be two Celebration of Life Gatherings. In Almonte on Saturday, January 27, 2018 from 6 to 8 pm at the Almonte Canadian Legion (100 Bridge St.) and in Orleans on February 3, 2018 from 3 to 5 pm at the Orleans Canadian Legion (800 Taylor Creek Dr.). Funeral Arrangements Entrusted Into The Care Of C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL Inc. (127 Church St., Almonte, Ontario, (613)-256-3313) Condolences & tributes: www.crgamble.com

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HAMILTON, SHIRLEY (Nee Dangerfield) Peacefully at Hilltop Manor on Saturday January 13, 2018. Shirley Hamilton age 87 of Oxford Mills. Beloved wife of the late Bill Hamilton. Loving Mom of Brenda (Dwayne), Douglas, and Stephen (Colleen). Cherished Grandma of 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Beryl (late Grant) McIntosh, Beverly (George) Guy and the late Ron (Ellen) Dangerfield. Aunt of many nieces and nephews. By Shirley’s Request Cremation has taken place. A Graveside Committal Service will be held in the spring at Oxford Mills Cemetery. By family request donations in Memory of Shirley may be made to the Alzheimer Society. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.com

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With heavy hearts we announce that our dearest Normand passed away peacefully at home in Arnprior while surrounded by loved ones in the early morning hours of Saturday, January 6, 2018. He was 68. Beloved husband and best friend of Mary (nee Cockram). Dear brother of Serge Denis (Diane) of Orléans; Alain Denis (Beth) of Greely and Jocelyne Delaney (late Paul) of Courtice. Special brother-in-law of Jim Cockram (Cindy) and Patricia Cockram, both of Richmond. He will also be remembered by his nephews and nieces, Angela (Tyler), Patrick, Stephanie (Zach), Genevieve (Olivier), David, Leanne (Derek), Kimberly (Greg), Jamie Margaret and several great nieces and nephews. He was a Government of Canada public servant in excess of 35 years (Public Works, Superannuation, Shediac, N.B.) and was an avid golfer and curler. He was a longtime member of the Beaver Curling Club and Country Meadows Golf and Country Club (Moncton N.B.). Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation to be held in the Rev. Michael Gillissie Parish Hall of St. Philip’s Church, 127 Burke Street, Richmond, Ontario on Saturday, January 20th from 9:00 to 10:45 a.m. with a Funeral Mass being celebrated in St. Philip’s Church at 11 o’clock. A reception will follow. In memory of Normand, please consider a donation to CHEO, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the Canadian Cancer Society. In the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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June 30th,1970 - January 9th, 2018. Early on Tuesday, January 9th, Kate Kelly Cooney passed away in Carleton Place Hospital surrounded by loving family and friends. Kate is survived by her husband, David Cooney, and their three children, Demmon, Molly, and Colm, her father, Peter Kelly of Aurora, Ontario, her seven siblings, and countless other family members and friends. Kate was predeceased by her mother, Betty Ann Kelly. Kate was known as a tireless director and supporter of youth theatre for The Mississippi MUDDS, a Kindergarten ECE at A. Lorne Cassidy Public School in Stittsville, a weekend server at Dionysos Restaurant, and a super-mom and wife to her three children and her husband. Kate lived her life with the outlook that everything happens for a reason and that there is something humorous to be found in everything and in every situation. She brought her optimism and sense of humour to her work over the last 25 years and taught hundreds of children to look at life in the same way. Kate has definitely given this gift of positivity to her own kids, as well as the ability think critically and to love completely. In midJuly after experiencing a painful headache, Kate was diagnosed with Glioblastoma. This is an inoperable brain tumour that is fast growing and usually doesn’t respond to regular cancer treatment. Friends may visit the family at St Mary’s Church, 28 Hawthorne Avenue, Carleton Place, on Saturday, January 13, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. in the church hall until the time of “Mass of Christian Burial” in the church at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place. A reception will follow at the Canoe Club, 179 John Street, Carleton Place. For those who wish, donations to the Gord Downie Fund for Brain Cancer Research would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

It is with great sadness that we share of the passing of Stuart Bower Henry. He died peacefully at the age of 80 at the Almonte General Hospital, on January 9th, 2018. Beloved husband of 56 years to Elaine Henry (nee Blair) , devoted Dad to Beth (Ron) Luis and Alison (Peter) Green, and Poppa to Samantha, Lindsay, Rebecca, Jordan and Cameron. Born in Ottawa to Elmer and Mary Henry (nee Graham), and predeceased by his older sister Gayla (William) Darker. Stuart partnered with his father Elmer in a thriving Bell’s Corners farming business, Elmarie Farm, for over 50 years. He spent his retirement years in Pakenham. He was devoted to his family and friends and celebrated in their successes. He enjoyed the simple things and was happiest when he was in the great outdoors camping, fishing, hunting, boating and gardening. Stuart was afflicted with a number of chronic health issues but with his strong will and determination rebounded from many bouts of illness. In his last few days he was surrounded by family and friends who all shared happy memories and the lasting impact he has had on their lives. Stuart will be missed. Services for Stuart will be held at C.R. Gambles Funeral Home and Chapel in Almonte, ON. Visitation to be held on Friday, January 12th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 pm. His celebration of life will be held Saturday, January 13th at 11:00 am. Interment to be held at a later date. To honour Stuart’s life, donations may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Foundation. Many thanks to Dr Graham McKillop and the compassionate and caring nurses at the Almonte General Hospital. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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SMITH, Barbara

Barbara passed away peacefully, on Thursday, January 11, 2018 at Lanark Lodge with David, her loving husband at her bedside. Barbara Smith, of Perth, at the age of 83 years, was also the cherished and much loved mother to Nigel, of Brampton, and Shaun Smith (Trudy), of Bowmanville. Also left to mourn her loss are her grandchildren, Josh, Connor and Zack, as well as her sisters, Audrey (Ben) Craddock, of the UK, and Christine, of King City, Ontario. Barbara was predeceased by her grandson, Riley Worthington, and her sister Sylvia. Barbara will be sadly missed by many of her former work colleagues at Consumer’s Distributing in Mississauga, where she was the returns manager there for many years, and was a member of their bowling league as well. Barbara was a lady with a warm and outgoing personality, and she was an avid Toastmaster, reaching the level of Distinguished Toastmaster. When she could get away from it all, Barbara loved to accompany David to spend weekends at the trailer and later at the weekend home in Mount Forest. While taking in nature and the beauty of the outdoors Barbara enjoyed, walking, cross-country skiing, snow-shoeing, and gardening in her gardens. Barbara was also an expert at needlepoint, creating many pieces, some she framed and kept others she gave away as gifts to dear friends. To honour Barbara’s final wishes cremation will take place and there will be a private ceremony at the columbarium at Elmwood Cemetery, Perth in the Spring of 2018. For those wishing, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society of Lanark County, or the Lanark Lodge would be appreciated. Mrs. Smith’s arrangements are entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Ltd.

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HENDERSON, AUDREY JEAN

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, January 9, 2018. She is survived by Randy (Gisele), Wendy (Richard), Lee-Anne (Norm), Barry (Lisa), and her grandchildren Casey, Kristin, Tiffany, Ryan, Ashley, Tyler, Taylor, Samantha and Leo. Predeceased by her husband Wes Henderson and daughter Nancy Greenhill. She spoke often about how blessed she was to have such wonderful friends and neighbours. She knew that they made it possible for her to remain in her home for as long as she did and was very grateful. Family and friends are invited to visit the Kemptville Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 805 Prescott Street, Kemptville on Saturday, January 20 from 10 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service in the Chapel at 11 o’clock. Reception to follow at the Merrickville Legion, 223 Main St. W., Merrickville from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a Legion Service at 12:30 p.m. Condolences/Tributes/Donations Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca 613-258-2435

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QUATTROCCHI, AUGUSTUS JOHN

It is with profound sadness that his family announces the peaceful passing of Augustus John Quattrocchi on Sunday, January 14th, 2018 in his 97th year. He was the beloved husband and best friend of Mary (nee Longo) and much loved and respected father of Anne Marie (David) Austin, Joe (Carol), John (Angela), Annette (Derick) Buffam. Dear grandfather of Scott, Kristi, Lianne, Heather, Lauren, Katherine, Thomas, Jessica, Alexander and Jacob and great grandfather of Duncan, Oliver, Adelaide and Errol. Gus was the dear brother of Mary Pizzo of St. Catherines. He was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Agatha (Cutrara) Quattrocchi, brothers Murray, Phillip, Joseph and sisters Christine and Rosie. Gus was born in Belleville, Ontario on December 21st, 1921 and moved to Perth in 1922 where he became an active member and advocate of the community. He spend 3 Ω years writing and publishing a book on “The Merchants, Professionals and Tradespeople of Perth” donating the proceeds from the sales to the Perth Museum. Gus received the Ontario Heritage Foundation Award in 1998 and the Perth Medal in 2000. He was a proud Charter Honourable Life member of Perth Council 3531 Knights of Columbus and J.L. Wilhelm Assembly #2783 4th Degree. Over the years Gus was also a member of The Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, St. John The Baptist Parish, LACAC, Probus Club, Perth Museum Board, Committee of Adjustment, Curling Club and founder of the Perth Stamp Club. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Friday, January 19th, 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 11:00 A.M. at St. John’s Church, Perth. Interment S. John’s Cemetery. In remembrance of Gus, contributions to Canadian National Institute for the Blind (C.N.I.B) or the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

McKittrick, Dorothy (nee Whalen)

Peacefully at Fairview Manor, on Wednesday, January 10, 2018, at the age of 94. Predeceased by her husband Wally. Loving mother of Jim (Carolyn). Proud grandmother of Kyle (Jacy) and Marty (Melinda). Greatgrandmother of Alex (Jessie), William, Noah, Liam, Madison and Mya. Great-greatgrandmother of Rowen. Survived by her sister Shirley Robillard, and her sister-in-law Joan Whalen. Predeceased by her brother Morley and her sister Marlene. Friends may visit the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Friday, January 12, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. until time of the funeral service in the chapel at 12 noon. Interment will be held in the spring at United Cemeteries. For those who wish, a donation to the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation or CNIB would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

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THOMPSON, Terry November 2, 1958 - January 5, 2018 It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Terrance James Keith Thompson on January 5, 2018 at the age of 59. Terry is survived by his wife of 34 years, Denise, children Chad (Krista), Mathew (Trysta), Melissa (Adam), Rodney (Taylor), grandchildren Wyatt, Kaleb, Kyle, Erika and Mya. A service was held Friday January 12th at 1pm at the Lumby Christian Church.

GRANT, LOIS ELIZABETH

June 10, 1929January 10, 2018 Peacefully at the Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday January 10, 2018. Lois Grant age 88, married Donald Lindsay Grant on September 26, 1964 where they lived on a hobby farm in North Gower and then moved to Iroquois in 2002. Her beloved husband Don predeceased her on February 23, 2013. She then moved to the Hartford Retirement Centre, Morrisburg on May 12, 2014. Predeceased by her parents Bertha and Delbert Helmer. Loving friend of Ann Banford and her family. A Graveside Committal Service will be held in the spring at South Gower Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made to www.byersfuneralhomeinc.com

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TRUELOVE, T. GERALD ‘GERRY’

WHITE, BRIAN

(Retired Assistant Postmaster, Arnprior) Suddenly at home on Sunday, January 7, 2018; Brian Donald White of Arnprior passed away at the age of 70 years. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Carol Lewis (nee McCuaig) on October 13, 2014. Brian is survived by his stepsons: Tracy Lewis (Lisa) of Braeside and Michael Lewis (Janet Fortin) of Carleton Place; grandchildren: Patrick, Ryan, Jennifer, Brian and Kimberly Lewis and brothers: Dave (Mary) and Bill (Pat), both of Perth. Predeceased by his parents: Norman and Gwen White and his brother, Jack (late Barb). Fondly remembered by the McCuaig family as well as his many cardplaying friends who welcomed him at any Euchre tournament going. Following retirement from Canada Post, Brian drove delivery truck until full retirement just a few years ago. Friends were invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Thursday morning, January 11th from 10 to 10:45 a.m. A Tribute to Brian took place in the Pilon Family Chapel at 11 o’clock. Spring interment Sand Point Public Cemetery. In memory of Brian, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of Gerry in the Perth Hospital on Friday, January 12th, 2018 at the age of 75 years with his wife and best friend Claudette L. (Vermander) Truelove by his side. They have been married for 53 years. He will be greatly missed by his son Steven W. (Rosanna) Truelove and his grandchildren Alexander Truelove and Brittany Truelove and his daughter Linda Truelove. Gerry was predeceased by his parents Willie John and Elizabeth ‘Bessie’ (Ferguson) Truelove, and his siblings John (Audrey), Victor (Joan), Eric, George and Donald Truelove. Survived by his brother Norman (Valerie) Truelove, sister Mary McPhee and sister-in-law Pauline Truelove. Fondly remembered by all his nieces, nephews, many cousins and friends. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Tuesday, January 16th, 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday at 11:00 am. Interment, will be held in St. Stephen’s Cemetery, Brooke in the spring. In remembrance, contributions to the Kidney Dialysis Unit of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital, Smiths Falls site would be appreciated.

DEATH NOTICE

VERNA MAE DURANT

Passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at the Hilltop Manor. Verna was born on April 8, 1935. She was the daughter of the late Harold and Mary (nee Parsons) Martin. As a young woman, Verna moved to Ontario with her late husband, Gary Tysick. She retired from the Scotia Bank in Kemptville after many years of service. After the passing of her first husband, she was lucky to find love again with the late William (Bill) Durant, where she gained several children and grandchildren whom she adored. Verna is survived by her sisters Karen Nichol and Betty Budden, brother David (Barbara) Martin, step-children Michael (Beth) Durant, Dennis Durant, Heather Heaphy, Laura (Eric) Monkman and Christine (Doug) Beards and special nephew Lyle Tysick. She was predeceased by her sister Diane MacMillan. Verna’s last days were spent at Hilltop Manor where is was cared for by their amazing staff with dignity and respect for which the family will be forever grateful. A graveside service will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Kemptville Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 805 Prescott St., Kemptville. Condolences/Tributes/Donations Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca 613-258-2435

Eleanor Susanne “Sue” Watson (nee Lees) Sue Watson, in her 80th year, passed away peacefully on January 9th, 2018 at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. Born in 1938, in Hamilton, Ontario, Sue received her Degree from the Ontario Agricultural College with a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics in 1960. It was in Guelph where Sue met the love her life and husband to be, Philip Watson. Upon Phil’s graduation from the Ontario Veterinary College, Sue followed Phil to the wild west where Phil practiced Veterinary medicine in Pincher Creek, Alberta. They started their family and Sue continued to follow Phil, this time to the Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, where the family adventured and lived for two years. The family settled in the Kemptville area in 1970, and eventually found their place on the farm in Mountain, Ontario. Sue joined the faculty of Kemptville College of Agricultural Technology in the Food Science department, where she was a teacher and mentor until her retirement in 2000. Sue and Phil sold the farm, downsized and moved to the Village of Merrickville in 2009. Sue fondly remembered her summers in Bala, Muskoka. It was in Muskoka where the larger family would assemble for the entire summer only returning to Hamilton on Labour Day weekend to start school. Sue learned to enjoy rural farm life and spent a lot of time trying to disguise lamb in recipes for her family and friends to eat. Sue had a passion for knitting and was able to pass down that passion to her daughter and granddaughters. Beloved wife of Dr. Philip Watson, and proud mother of Janet (Lee) of Merrickville, and David of Eastons Corners. Loving grandmother to eight grandchildren, Curtis, Lauren, Sarah, Graham, Chloe, Matthew, Jacob and Cole. Sue is survived by her brothers; Thomas (Margaret), Richard (Anne), and her sister Mary Alice (Bill). She is predeceased by her sister Elizabeth. Memorial donations may be made to the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital where Sue received incredible and compassionate care. A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at a later date (Spring, when the waters are running, the grass is greening and the flowers are blooming) for family and friends.

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GEORGE EDWIN HOWE Another strong branch has fallen from our family tree George Howe was not my brother-in-law, in my heart he was my brother in every way, a teacher of all, a Macgyver of everything, he gave everyone so much to remember. Flowers shall still grow Breezes shall still blow but it will never be the same without you. Love Deb and Mac

DEATH NOTICE

George Edwin Howe July 4, 1946-January 13,2018 Retired R.C.M.P. George passed away peacefully at the Rosamond Unit at Almonte General Hospital. Soulmate of wife Bo (McKinnon) who shared his love for 52 years. Much loved father of Shane (Chris) and Chad (Natalie). Proud pops to Jesse, Tyler, Victoria and Jackson. Proud pops to greatgrandson Hunter. Loving son of John and Dolly Howe (deceased). Dear brother of Judy (deceased) (Stu), Jean (Frank), Ken (Diane), Jackie (Ed), Bruce, Linda (Jim, deceased) and Kit. Also loved by many inlaws, nieces and nephews. He will be dearly missed by many close friends, as he touched many with his friendships and laughter. “We have to let you go now though we will not say good-bye, you fought the struggle dealt to you now let your spirit fly”. Many thanks to the wonderful staff at Rosamond Unit. George’s final wishes were for cremation with a Celebration of Life at a later date.

DEATH NOTICE

STOCKER, THE REVEREND DOUGLAS RALPH

STRIKE, LORENIA LILLIAN

August 25, 1926-January 2, 2018 Lorenia Lillian Strike passed away peacefully at Stoneridge Manor in Carleton Place on January 2, 2018 in her 92nd year. Lorenia was the daughter of the late Lyman and Lillian Tribe. She was predeceased by two brothers Bert and Harry Hall. She was married to Cyril Strike (deceased) and they had three children Gary (Valerie), Tom (Linda) and Cindy (deceased) and her husband Bruce Leclaire. Loving grandma to seven grandchildren Shannon, Ben, Robbie and Stacey Strike, Jessica and Melanie Strike and Adam and Kevin Leclaire. She is also survived by 13 great-grandchildren. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior. A private burial and celebration of Lorenia’s life will be held by her family in Arnprior, Ontario on May 19, 2018. In memoriams to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences/Tributes/Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca

DEATH NOTICE

It is with great sadness and broken hearts we call upon the strength of our Lord to help us through the passing of the Reverend Douglas Ralph Stocker on Friday, January 12th, 2018 at the age of 83 years. He was predeceased by his father Alfred Robert and mother Irene Margerite (nee Cooper). Doug is survived by his brother William (Gisele) and forever the love of his life, his wife of 61 years Marion (nee Erwin Thompson). A devoted family man he will be forever missed by his son Stephen (Randi) and daughter Karen. He was the cherished grandpa of Kitson (Lindsay), Kyle (Selina), loving Poppa of Matthew and Emma and great grandpa to Mattea and Canden, uncle to Debby (Jim) Palmer, Linda (Ward) Hewitt, Randy (Artur) and great uncle to Michael Palmer. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Throughout his life Doug wore many hats. He was a member of the Perth’s Citizens Band for a number of years, taught country school at a very young age, was a gym instructor at the Rideau Regional Centre in Smiths Falls and a computer programmer at the Jergens Company in Perth all before pursuing his lifelong dream of serving our Lord and becoming an Ordained Priest with the Anglican Church of Canada. He will be fondly remembered as a soft spoken, approachable, very insightful man, with a hard fast determination to ensure fairness for all. He could always be found on his computer or tablet and we can only hope that heaven has the internet. Family and friends may pay their respects to the man with the twinkle in his eyes always at the ready with a warm smile and a wink at the Blair and Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. West, Perth on Friday January 19th, 2018 from 3:00 to 7:00 P.M. A service will be held Saturday, January 20th, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at St. James Anglican Church, Perth with a light lunch to follow. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation or the Childrens Hospital Of Eastern Ontario (CHEO).

IN MEMORIAM

OHLKE, Carmel In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother, who passed away January 23, 2013. A special smile, a special face, and in our hearts, a special place. Our memories we keep one by one, Things you’ve said and songs you’ve sung. They bring a smile, sometimes a tear, But always a wish that you were here. No words can tell, no tears express, The love, the loss, the emptiness. You are not just a memory, Or part of the past, You are ours to remember, As long as life lasts. Jack, Dianne, Devon & MacKayla

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SANDS - In loving memory of our father (Paw) who passed away January 18th, 2016. You’re in our thoughts daily and we speak of you constantly. We are so very grateful to have had you in our lives. Love you forever Your daughters, Karen, Brenda, Cathy and Diana. IN MEMORIAM

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COWELL, Roy February 25, 1923 - January 23, 2015 In loving memory of Roy Cowell. A silent thought, a secret tear Keeps his memory ever dear. Time takes away the edge of grief, But memory turns back every leaf. Forever in our hearts Doreen, Debbie, Cindy, Bonnie, Brent and Families

2x21 McLean, Elsie Marguerite

In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother who passed away January 12, 1989. Twenty nine years have come and gone, And still the pain it lingers on. Our hearts still ache with sorrow, And endless tears still flow. Yes memories have a magic way Of keeping you near. Though you are not here with us, We are truly not apart, Cause you will always live within our hearts. Sadly missed and always loved and remembered by Daughters Jean and Mary Grandchildren Norma Jean, Paul and John, Gary and Judy CASSELL, Doreen May 1, 1926 - January 21, 2016 In memory of our special mom who we miss very much. Anyone that has a mom like ours, Knows what it is like to lose that special person. Always giving nothing in return. You didn’t want to see 90, Well you didn’t. Your children came first, We will never forget that. We never did without, Your children will never forget what you did for us. Only one wish that you were still here with us. And also our dad John R. Cassell March 4, 1992. You are also missed very much. Special parents, grandparents, and great grandparents. God Bless, from your loving Family

THURSTON, BERNADETTE JOAN

(nee McIntyre) Peacefully after a short illness at the Almonte General Hospital on Thursday, January 11, 2018, in her 86th year. Daughter of the late John and Mary (nee Bolton) McIntyre. Mother of Fay Tucker (Bill) and Dennis Deschamps (Colleen). Grandmother of Edward (DebbieLee), Ryan (Shelley) Tucker, Myles and Bradley Deschamps. Great-grandmother of Shania, Cole, Aleah, Colin and Claire. GreatGreat-Grandmother of Dominic and Remi-Lee. Predeceased by 7 brothers and 1 sister. Friends may visit the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Ave., Carleton Place on Saturday, January 13, 2018 from 11:30 a.m. until time of service in the chapel at 1:30 p.m. with cremation to follow. Spring inurnment Holy Name of Mary Cemetery, Almonte. For those desiring, donations in memory of Bernadette may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Foundation. www.barkerfh.com

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McCORMACK, John (Jack) - In loving memory of a beloved husband, grandfather and pop, who passed away January 22, 2008. May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper for you to hear. That we still love you dearly, And wish that you were here. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain. To walk beside us all our lives, Until we meet again. Loved Always, Bobbie, Jean, Skip, Marie and Kevin, grandchildren and great grandchildren

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LOWE In loving memory of our dear parents and brothers. Eva Molly (Devlin) January 4, 1988 Howard John January 31, 2001 Howard Kenneth (Kenny) November 22, 2009 Edwin Hugh “Eddie” July 25, 2016 May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper so you’ll hear, We will always love and miss you, And wish that you were here. Ray, Diane, Hugh Lorraine and families

BEATTY, James In loving memory of a precious husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who passed away January 24, 2013.

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Sands, Garnet, January 18, 2016. Cherished Memories I remember the day I met you, It wasn’t long we were best friends, Little did I know we would be together, Until life’s end. I remember our first sunrise. Our first walk in the rain, The first time you held my hand, My life completely changed. I remember our first I love you And when we said I do. So thankful that God was gracious, And sent me someone as special as you... I remember the day that you left me, My heart will never completely mend, Some day I will meet you in Heaven, Where our love will never end. Love, miss you everyday. Love your wife Ruby

It is sad to walk the road alone, Instead of side by side, But to all there comes a moment, When the ways of life divide. You gave me years of happiness Then came sorrow and tears, But you left me beautiful memories, I will treasure through the years. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered, Ruth and Family

Sullivan, Janice - In loving memory of a dear mother, sister and daughter who passed away January 13, 2008. Ten years have passed since we said goodbye, but you will forever be in our hearts and memories. Missing you always, all our love Mom, Josh and Angie, Tom and Bonnie, Fred and Kathy, Barb and John, Gwen and Terry

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WANTED CASH; my client needs property in need of repair or renovation. Also looking for a small hobby farm. Call me for free evaluation. Call Gerry Hudson: 1-613-449-1668. Sales Representative of Remax Riverview Realty Ltd. Brokerage Wanted - furnace oil, will remove tank if possible. Call 613-479-2870. Wanted for scrap: cars, trucks, vans and appliances. Phone 613-551-6698.

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Carleton Place, Seniors 50’s Plus Building. No smoking, no pets. First & last months rent $750.00 & up. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Call 613-863-6487 or 613-720-9860

Smiths Falls, Toulon Place Apartments, 3rd floor, 2 bedroom $870/mth; Available Immediately. Clean, quiet, secure building, live-in superintendent, ground floor laundry. 613-283-9650.

Take a quiet drive off Wolfgrove Road to 406 Pretty Drive. A well maintained 4 bedroom home. Reference and damage deposit required. $1200 plus heat & hydro. Children welcome, wheelchair assessable. 613-259-3028

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Perth 1 and 2 Bedroom Seniors Only Apartment, 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom. Brand new 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in new duplex. Includes heat, hydro, water, a/c, appliancREAL ESTATE es, internet, television, FOR SALE BY OWNER parking storage , fridge, stove, washer, dryer, Smiths Falls, 3 Bed- dishwasher, microwave. room, 1 1/2 storey, 15 Seniors only. $1,900. Main St. E. $129,000. 613-349-9377 Carl 613-283-8703 PERTH, Bright & Sunny, 1 bedroom apartPERTH AREA 4 acre mini ment available ranch. 4 Bedroom over- immediately, recently size side split home. Full renovated, all utilities bath plus two 3pc wash- included, perfect for rooms. Partly finished seniors. 613-267-0567. basement small garage. Wooded area. Privacy. $259 000. Call Gerry PERTH: SPACIOUS 2Hudson 1-613-449-1668. Bedroom Apt, shared acSales Representative of commodation, fully furRemax Riverview Realty nished. Plants, fountain, Ltd. Brokerage fireplace, balcony, laundry, parking. Please call $174,900 The Barrington for details. $700 all in. Condominiums, 10 Working female only. immediately. Armstrong Drive, Smiths Available or Falls, 2 bed, 2 bath Condo 613-698-6589 613-268-2258 with indoor Garage. Open House Saturday Jan 20th, HELP WANTED 11am to 1pm. Visit www.propertysold.ca/ 4930 for details and pictures. 613-283-6245

6 Industrial Road, Kemptville (613) 258-4570, 800-387-0638

CLASS A/Z FLATBED DRIVERS REQUIRED * NEW PAY PACKAGE * * SIGN ON INCENTIVE * We offer: Competitive wage and benefit package Excellent, well maintained equipment Dedicated tractors Home every weekend Our primary area of operations is from Eastern Ontario to the GTA, Southwestern Ontario and Michigan. We require: 2 years AZ experience Clean abstract Professional attitude Please call 800-387-0638 for more information or forward resume to info@tibbstransport.com or fax to 613-258-5391. www.tibbstransport.com HELP WANTED

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Mills Community Support is seeking a Coordinator Home Support Administration for its Senior Services Program. The Coordinator oversees the statistical/financial database as well as reporting for client services for seniors and adults with disabilities living in the community. This position implements, monitors, and reports to the Manager Community Supports and Services with respect to services to seniors and adults with disabilities; maintaining a well-functioning computerized and manual client information system. This position liaisons with the Finance Department on a regular basis Major Duties include: • Manage the day-to-day business transactions relating to seniors’ fee-for-service programs, all client/volunteer statistical information, management of petty cash, tracking financial. commitments, invoicing of services, collection deposits, and monthly reconciliation of all client payments, Reviews and reports on budget variances. • Produces financial and statistical reports as required. Mainly weekdays with occasional evenings and weekends. A full job description including Core Skills is available upon request. Minimum Qualifications: 2 Year College diploma; Training and experience working with seniors and adults with disabilities. Strong computer and database management skills.

Applications Due: January 29th, 2018 Address: 67 Industrial Drive, P.O. Box 610, Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 Fax: (613) 256-1185 Email: info@themills.on.ca

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MY CLIENT will pay cash for multi-unit income property in Perth, Smith Falls, Carleton Place area. Free evaluation on request. Call Gerry Hudson 1-613-449-1668. Sales Representative of Remax Riverview Realty Ltd. Brokerage

FOR RENT 1 Room for rent, 42 Church St West, Smiths Falls, full-time working quiet person, all inclusive, $120/wk. 613-812-2400. 2 bedroom upper apartment, $1050 monthly. Recently upgraded. Available now. Smiths Falls. Parking for 1 small car. No dogs. References required. 613-447-8741. Carleton Place. 3 Bedroom Riverview house, attached garage, 2nd floor laundry. Master suite with ensuite and twin walk in closets. $1,350 includes water. Call John 613 229-0737 Carleton Place, 3 bedroom upstairs apartment, $1300/month, heat, hydro, water, fridge and stove included. Washer, dryer hookup. Shared yard. Parking. Available Feb 1. No smoking, no pets. 613-290-6638.

PLANNER

(a) Grader - one position. Marking students’ work in English and Math. Hours 4-7 p. m. Monday and Thursday.

(b) Centre Assistant - one position. Assisting students in Math and English, office administration, and data entry. Hours 3-8 p.m., Monday and Thursday. Start date asap. Applications to be submitted to georginapickett@ikumon.com Enquiries to Georgina at 613-406-5877

Scapa North America, a leading manufacturer of adhesive tape products is seeking an Industrial Millwright for its Renfrew Operations. The position involves a broad range of routine and non-routine maintenance responsibilities for light to heavy manufacturing equipment. 8 or 12 hour Shift work is required for this position. The successful candidate will require an Industrial Millwright license with several years of related experience. The individual should have a good working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics. Instrumentation experience is required. As a Millwright Mechanic you will be a member of the bargaining unit with an attractive wage and benefit package. The position offers job security, good working conditions, and challenging job responsibilities. Will consider third or fourth year apprentice. Please submit your resume to: renfrewhr@scapa.com

Scapa North America, a leading manufacturer of adhesive tape products is seeking a Planner for its Renfrew Operations. This position is part of a customer centric planning team that develops and maintains supply plans which deliver outstanding levels of customer service, balanced with operational efficiency and inventory optimization. The role will have focus on the Renfrew site but will also provide support to additional Scapa sites as required.

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Home Support Worker – this category encompasses Home Support Worker Level 2, Level 3, Health Care Aide and PA+2. Workers must have a valid certificate from a community college or licensed private vocational school; or • Developmental Support Worker – have a valid Developmental Support Worker certificate from a community college or licensed private vocational school; or • Nursing Student – have completed first year of a Bachelor of Science Nursing Program; or • Foreign Trained Healthcare Professionals -Midwives/ Nurses/Physicians. • Paramedic Graduate Bayshore offers: • $250.00 signing bonus • Benefits • Continuing education • Employee recognition Please apply via the following link: https://bayshore.taleo.net/careersection/bs_ex/jobsearch. ftl?lang=en&portal=8100120144 or email: sgardiner@bayshore.ca HELP WANTED

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The successful candidate will require: • A Bachelor’s degree or Post Secondary education in business, engineering or sciences • APICS/PMAC or other professional Planning/ Purchasing/Supply Chain qualification/ certification preferred. Could be balanced with field specific • At least 5-8 years proven Planning/supply chain/ Procurement experience, ideally in a fast moving dynamic environment. • SAP or similar ERP system supply/planning experience. • Experience of demand management and the link to supply planning. • Experience of working in both a MTS and MTO planning environment. • Intermediate/advanced excel knowledge Please submit your resume to: renfrewhr@scapa.com We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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For nearly 60 years, Haley Industries Limited has been producing Magnesium and Aluminum castings for the aerospace industry. Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley west of Renfrew, there is an immediate opening for a

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR Reporting to the Facility Manager, the successful candidate will be part of a diverse maintenance team in a progressive foundry. Qualifications: Certified Trade Certificate as a Millwright with a minimum of 10 years experience in the trade. Minimum 5 years experience in a supervisor/management position. Extensive industrial / manufacturing experience is required. Skills: Excellent written and verbal skills. Proficient in the use of software; MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other spreadsheet systems. Experience with MP2 CMMS would be an asset. Salary commensurate with experience. We provide a comprehensive flex benefit plan along with company paid pension. We thank all applicants, but only those invited to an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please Qualified applicants should submit their resume in confidence to: Magellan Aerospace, Haley 634 Magnesium Road Haley, Ontario Canada K0J 1Y0 http://magellan.aero/careers

Responsibilities include inventory management, event planning, day-to-day supervision & scheduling of bar staff and custodian, A/P, A/R, and facility management. Applicants are invited to submit covering letter and resumé no later than January 31st, 2018 to: Royal Canadian Legion 244, 26 Beckwith Street East Perth, ON K7H 1B5. This is classified as a part-time position (3 days a week, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8am-2pm). Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. HELP WANTED

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SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS The Township of Lanark Highlands is seeking an experienced municipal manager to fill the position of Superintendent of Public Works. This position will involve managing all road-related functions, waste management operations and building maintenance. The full job description along with statement of qualifications is available on the Township website. The 2017 salary range is $71,370 to $82,738 (for a 37.5 hour work week) and a competitive benefit package makes this an attractive full-time position for the right candidate. Applications will be held in strict confidence. Please ensure that we receive your cover letter and detailed resume by mail or email no later than 4:30 p.m. Friday, February 2nd, 2018. Superintendent of Public Works Township of Lanark Highlands 75 George St., P.O. Box 340 Lanark, Ontario K0G 1K0 Attention: Allison Vereyken, Clerk/Administrator e-mail: clerkadm@lanarkhighlands.ca Inquiries: 613-259-2398 Ext 222

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS No job too small! Free estimates • Home Renovations • Plumbing Repairs • Painting/cleanup • Concrete work Doug Morley 257-7177

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Qualifications: Grade 12 education or equivalent. Manufacturing Experience will be considered an asset. Applicants are asked to attend:

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Testing Sessions will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m.; 10:00 a.m.; 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Days inn and Conference Centre 760 Gibbons Road, Renfrew All interested applicants are asked to bring a resume to the testing sessions. Those successful after testing will be invited to attend an interview. No telephone inquiries please

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A Small Job or More. Renovations/Repairs. Kitchen & Bath, Tub-toshower conversions, grab bars, painting, plumbing, flooring, tile, countertops, decks. 613-858-1390, 613-257-7082.

Full time Junior Shipper/Receiver required to start immediately. Grade 12 required as well as your own steel toed boots/shoe. 2 years Order Picking and Packing experience with Inventory Control knowledge and strong math skills. 40 hour work week with the possibility of overtime. Hourly rate: $16.00 to start. We manufacture fine fragrances so a tolerance to fragrance is required. Please email you resume kelly.mitchell@michelgerm ain.com

Carleton Place, cleaning position, very part-time, only when and as required, tidy, thorough, $15.45/hr. Female preference B.R. Realty. 613-257-5711

Busy Handyman Service looking for Snow-plow Operators and shovelers. Parttime or could lead to fulltime. Call 613-267-5460.

HOUSECLEANING IN PERTH or surrounding area. Reliable, trustworthy, with references. Will do weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or just occassionally. 613-326-1816

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AUCTION SUN, JAN. 21, 2018 @10 AM PREVIEW @ 9 AM MARSHALL’S AUCTION HOUSE 2913 CTY RD 21 SPENCERVILLE This sale features a ladies lolite & diamond setting gold ring, Sheridan jewellery, sterling rings, original artwork, wood statues. Hockey memorabilia, autographed hockey sticks by Toronto Maple Leaf’s & local hockey star Todd Gill. Gibbard furniture, original artwork, housewares, chainsaw, power tools, brand new cookstove & much more! Auctioneers Note: Wide variety of good merchandise throughout. For a more detailed list w/ photos go to www.lmauctions.ca

- Over 120pc Fishing Lure Collection - Industrial Hanging Lights - Chain Saws and Good Tools - Fleischmann Train Units - Beaver Sealers - Bronze Sculpture of Baboon head - Green soapstone carving marked E7130 (Very large) - Other stone carvings - 9pc Art Deco Dining Set See website for full listings and pictures Auctioneers: Bev and Rob Street 24 Family Lane, Lombardy Corner of Hwy 15 and Bay Rd., (4 Miles South of Smiths Falls) streetfleamarket@hotmail.ca See website for full listings and pictures www.streetfleamarket.net 613-284-2000

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~ A Powerful Way to Purchase a Property ~ To be sold by “Hot” Power of Sale. Property has diversity & can be yours, if you act fast. The lenders are eager to sell. Featuring a c1800’s two storey limestone building. Steel roof. Commercial septic (only 6 yrs old). On well. 200 & 100 amp services. High efficiency natural gas fired rooftop furnace (RTU) & HVAC . Natural gas hot water. Water softener. UV water disinfection system. Main level Calamity Jane’s used to feature one of the best dining experiences in the 1000 Islands. Quaint restaurant/pub/lounge w/seating for 79. 2 rest rooms. Working commercial kitchen. The 2nd storey living accommodations features 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, 4 pce bath, sunken family room, ample storage & a huge walk-out balcony. Tin clad garage. Zoned Commercial-Residential. Taxes; $4655.57 (+/-). Located in a highly visible area on a main corridor (Hwy 29 just north of the city of Brockville). This property will be sold w/a very reasonable reserve bid. For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office @ 613-267-6027. Garland 24” grill. 2 tier Alto Shaam cook & hold oven. Garland 6 burner range w/oven. Garland overhead salamander. Garland 24” open grill. Frymaster 2 basket deep fryer. Stainless steel 7’6” hood c/w C02 fire suppressant (up to date). 3 compartment s/s prep table c/w sink. Garland 4 burner stove w/stand. 7 ft s/s prep table. Comm. dishwasher w/s/s tray (needs motor). Single s/s pot sink. 2 compartment s/s pot sink w/drain board. Comb. General walk-in fridge & freezer. Foster 3 door s/s refrigerator. 3 door Premium bar fridge. Sliding glass 2 door refrigerator. Bunn comm. coffee maker. Manitowoc Series 150 ice maker (110v). Comm. can opener. Comm. meat tenderizer. Comm. meat grinder (h/d, 110v). Upright freezer. Food warming lights. Several chrome racks. Comm. pots & pans. Edluna balance scales. Butcher block counter. B & D convection oven. Sharp ER3310 cash register w/ 2 printers. Electric “Open” sign. Saeco Vienna Deluxe espresso machine. 100 cup coffee urn. 2 s/s chafing dishes. Lge qty plates, glassware, stemware, c/saucers, smallwares, German s/s flatware & steins. Comm. hanging wine glass rack. Linens. Antique oak combination china cabinet/writing desk. c1930’s walnut domed wardrobe w/ inside drawers. Oak sideboard. East Lake settee. Humpback trunk. Remington print “The Last Cowboy”. Several other retro-vintage prints. Adjustable dress form & many other articles too numerous to mention…. Property is a Gem. Perfect for use as a restaurant, cafe or antique shop on a busy busy corridor. Or, breathe new life into a family homestead. A great opportunity to acquire good used food service equip’t. Please note payment. Terms: Cash or Cheque - Catering

Auctioneer & Qualified Appraiser JIM HANDS: THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613) 267-6027 www.jimhandsauction.com

GRIPPERS

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frail, and that’s sometimes why they won’t go,” said Lennox. “I think it’s very human. “How do we get people to come? How do we get people to not think of it as you’ve admitted that you’ve failed, but that you want to stay independent in your home as long as possible.” The class includes a strength and balance, and education piece. Lennox said the two-day-aweek fall prevention class that runs for 12 weeks has had many success stories. She said that people who have come in walkers on day one, aren’t using it by the time they’re finished the 12-week class. Allen, 65 years old, embraced her walker after breaking her ankle. “The way I’m looking at it, it makes me feel safe,” she said referring to the potential stigma of using a mobility device. “Once I got the walker, I got so much safer.” Allen is a passionate advocate of grippers, wearing them religiously as a school principal. On the day of her fall, she wasn’t wearing any. Allen said Smith’s Shoes in Smiths Falls sells boots with the grips built into them. “It’s like having winter tires for your shoes,” she said.

Lennox said she’s already heard success stories stemming from the grippers. A lady who came to pick up grippers told her that she’d been walking in a parking garage afraid to venture into the snow, but remarked that with the grippers she might have the confidence to go walking outside. Funding Mills said funding is needed for the program as it moves forward. So far, the County of Lanark gave them $5,000, the United Way of Lanark County has given them $3,000 and they’ve been given a personal donation of $500. They’ve also received word about receiving $2,700 from the North Lanark Community Support Centre, who have purchased 108 grippers to help seniors in their area. Mills and Lennox presented to the Smiths Falls Rotary Club on Friday, Jan. 12. Mills reported that the Rotary Club will be purchasing 110 pairs of grippers, 100 will be given to senior bingo players next Friday night at the Rotary bingo hall in the Settlers Ridge Centre and the other 10 pairs will be for sale to Rotary members. At the meeting, Rotary Club president Ken Graham told the

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The total budgeted amount for 2018 is $16,068,718, with $1.2 million being transferred to tax-supported reserves. The budget also includes a long-term capital loan to a maximum of $900,000 — a reason why Coun. Joe Gallipeau did not vote in favour of the final budget draft like the rest of the members of council. Gallipeau suggested that the town borrow from reserves rather than taking out a loan. Grant applications in excess of $2.5 million are still pending — if successful the money from the grants the town has applied for will be allocated toward the Beckwith Street redevelopment. The town reports that they expect to hear back about the grant applications in the first quarter of 2018. If the grants aren’t successful, the town said they’ll have to look for other opportunities for funding, including perhaps financing options. The project is expected to break ground in 2019. Another big project expected in 2018 is the town hall and town square renovations. For Phase 1, $200,000 is budgeted for the Economic Development Centre. Just over $1.5 million is budgeted for the cus-

Through the program, Mills said they hope to collect data from hospitals to try and pin down statistics showing how many visits to hospital were because of slips, trips and falls in the winter. They’ll also gather stats on how many grippers were handed out, and if they got used. “What we know is that it (grippers) can only help,” said Mills. “To what extent, we’re not sure.” For further information, contact Jeff Mills at jmills@ themills.on.ca, 613-256 1031 ext. 263, or Patti Lennox at plennox@cphcare.ca, 613257-3296 ext. 2303.

Jeff Mills, coordinator community development at the Mills Community Support, shows off his grippers that he wears faithfully to avoid slips, trips and falls in slippery winter conditions. story of his 71-year-old brother who had fallen the day before the meeting and broken his leg in two places, reported Mills. “We continue to hear many of these stories,” he said.

munity Support at 67 Industrial Dr. in Almonte, through Community and Primary Health Care at 15 Bates Dr. in Carleton Place or at any home support provider in the county.

Where can I get grippers? The grippers are available at any library in Lanark County — including the Smiths Falls Public Library — through Mills Com-

Where is the program going? The inaugural year of the program has been focused in Lanark, but the group is looking to roll out to the south into Leeds and

Smiths Falls makes quick work of budget Smiths Falls town council made quick work of the 2018 budget. Treasurer Janet Koziel presented the town’s final draft of the 2018 budget to council on Monday, Jan. 15. Council subsequently passed the budget at their council meeting immediately following committee. Mayor Shawn Pankow commented that the passage of this year’s budget could be the swiftest budget process yet. The budget passed includes a zero per cent tax increase, two per cent increase in water rate, resulting in an additional water revenue in the amount of $48,800, and a wastewater rate increase of three per cent, which will result in additional wastewater revenue of $73,971. These increases were effective Jan. 1. In a report tabled before council by Koziel the town said, “the rate increases are necessary and will allow the town to continue to focus on current operating reality and provide the necessary capital allocation.” Though the town has voted on a zero per cent tax increase, individual tax bills may go up or down depending on a person’s property assessment.

Grenville to cover the tricounty area. Mills said he believes the program could scale up to become provincial or nation-wide program. He said he also believes municipalities could play a role. “Municipalities never seem to see themselves in the health realm, but they are,” he said. Lennox echoed this, stating that it’s in the municipality’s best interest to keep people upright and not falling on their sidewalks — which includes proper street and sidewalk cleaning and could potentially include investing in the Get A Grip program.

tomer services area, planned as part of Phase 2 of the town square/town hall renovations. A private donation of $100,000 has been received for a band shell that is proposed for the town square. The $900,000 loan incorporated into this year’s budget will be used to help fund this project. The town will be investing money this year in new signage around town, including historical plaques, a parking study for the whole downtown area to shine light on parking capacity, not just on Beckwith but in all areas of the town centre, as well as parking turnover and parking costs. The town will also be putting money into Lower Reach Park enhancements, with the help of both tax supported and community donations collected through events such as the Urban Jungle. The town is also putting

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PROPOSED ROAD CLOSING TAKE NOTICE that the Council of Township of Drummond/North Elmsley proposes the passage of a by-law to stop up, close and convey a certain portion of an unopened road allowance which is no longer required for municipal purposes. Any person who believes they may be adversely affected by the closure of the unopened road allowance has an opportunity to express his or her concerns at an open meeting to be held: Tuesday, February 13th 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Township Municipal Offices, 310 Port Elmsley Road DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED CLOSING The road allowance proposed to be closed is the end of Coutts Bay Road, including a portion of a former turning circle. These lands are described as Part 2 of Plan 27R-10943 and Part 1 of Plan 27R-2264 and shown approximately on the map below. The lands are intended to be conveyed to the neighbouring property owner (John McLaughlin) as a lot addition. As part of this process, the Township would then acquire lands from the same owner (described as Part 1 of Plan 27R-10943) as a lot addition to accommodate a new turning circle.

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Smiths Falls Kenya Help fundraiser SFDCI on-the-road production a success at Station Theatre Jan. 24 BY IZZY GRAY

Nancy Stevens has been raising money for 10 years and every penny goes directly to Kenya Help, an organization she founded in 2008. As she did last year, Stevens will be at The Station Theatre on Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. for a fundraiser for her charity. Two years ago money raised went to The Women’s Empowerment Centre in Ngong which provides vocational education for girls who have little or no education. They acquire computer skills, learn how to sew, learn the basics of farming and pick up other trades and skills they can use for the rest of their lives. This year, money will go to Global Boys Rescue Centre, a home started by a streetboy himself, Joseph Njoroge. Njoroge initially started to take boys in to give them a better life, and now he and his wife have 70. Stevens explains that the boys build self-sustainability by believing in what they do. “They are the heroes of their own stories.” Kenya Help’s money will build them a kitchen so the boys don’t have to cook with pots on stones in the mud. It will build a chicken coop and goat pens both to give the kids protein and teach them some business skills. It will fund much needed beds. And, it will help keep the boys healthy so they can stay in school and get an education. “These are all small projects but they have a huge impact.” She adds that money will also go toward food and water for the children and grandmothers of Ngong. Many elders take care of their grandchildren because they’ve lost their own children to AIDS. “Thousands of schoolchildren go to school all day on empty stomachs

Anita Mitra, a drama teacher at Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute (SFDCI), recently took her Grade 11 students on tour to perform a student-created Christmas production called, The Nuts and Bolts of Christmas. As part of their Grade 11 drama credit at the high school, students are required to prepare and perform a children’s play with a holiday theme. This semester Grade 11 drama students visited four local schools and the feedback was very positive. One student reported that a child in the audience of one of the schools

kept saying, “I have an idea!” during a participatory part in the play. Youngsters are encouraged to participate in certain interactive sections of the play. SFDCI students ensure that they integrate many different characteristics into their productions: sharing, family, kindness, and perseverance, to

name a few. A lot of time and effort goes into the tour and during the holiday season, Mitra can often be seen driving a drama trailer that the school has for special events. The trailer is filled with gear, makeup and props, and Mitra follows the busload of students to their destination. “I hope that students consider taking drama,” said Mitra. “It is a really great experience.” Izzy Gray is a student as SFDCI, she writes regularly for the SFDCI RedHawk Roundup featured in the Smiths Falls Record News.

Pictured, Madison Jones as Santa, Brittany Smith as Herme the Elf and Aidan Hawkin as Rudolf during the SFDCI production, The Nuts and Bolts of Christmas.

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Kenya Help founder, Nancy Stevens, holds a small child on one of her many trips to the East African country. and only eat at the end of the day when they get home. They faint, fall asleep and are ill during school because their stomachs are empty. Two hundred dollars will offer 1,110 children a healthy lunch. Every three tickets will fill a 5,000-litre water tank.” Other small, but life-giving projects undertaken by Kenya Help over the past 10 years, include: • Water tanks installed and distribution of water to fill the tanks; • Beds and mattresses provided; • Outdoor kitchens, chicken coops and rabbit pens built; • Classrooms and desks built and installed; and, • Food, solar lights, gardens, first aid planned and given. Georgette Fry and her Brockville Shout Sister choir will entertain at the fundraiser. And adding extra excitement, the five-month old Smiths Falls’ Shout Sister choir will be on hand to provide backup. The

evening raised $1,540, and an anonymous donor gave a generous donation which helped Stevens accomplish all of her goals last year. The event is sponsored by the Smiths Falls and District Arts and Culture Council, and Smiths Falls Local Immigration Partnership. Tickets are available at Rideau Candy Shoppe, 20 Russell St. E., as of Tuesday January 9, or at the door. The cost is $15 cash. If you can’t make it on Jan. 24, and still want to donate, go to www.kenyahelp.ca and click the “Donate” button. The website will take you to CanAssist Africa Relief Trust where you can scroll the charities to find Kenya Help. Otherwise, you can send a cheque to: Kenya Help, P.O. Box 1856, Kingston, ON, K7L 5J7. Please make it payable to Kenya Help. Or, donate online through email transfer to Nancy at nancy@kenyahelp.ca. Submitted by Smiths Falls and District Arts and Culture Council

‘Promise of the Week’ How to walk with God in His spirit Jesus promised rewards Jesus says that God knows each of us very well: for his followers loyalty: “And the very hairs of “Everyone who your head are all numbered.” acknowledges me publicly Matt 10:30 here on earth, I will also acknowledge before The Bible, Macdonald my Father in Heaven.” Read it, Design and Believe it. Consulting Matt 10:32 For inspiration today search Dailyaudiobible.com

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British Invasion to play Lanark County Big Brothers Big Sisters benefit

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Local singer-songwriter, Amanda Jordan, to open for Brett Kissel in Sudbury.

Amanda Jordan to open for Brett Kissel Rough, and The Red Dot Ole On The Spot song writing competition during the week of the CCMAs in London and Saskatoon. She performed in a Juno affiliated event at the House of Targ in Ottawa in March 2017. This year she has been to Nashville three times co-writing with Phil Barton, Jason Matthews, Caeland Garner, Abram Dean, Dan Ross and Tenile Arts. Jordan is working on her debut album and her next single will be released in the first quarter of 2018. “I am thrilled to share the stage with Brett. It’s so generous of him to take the time to support new artists in this way,” expressed Jordan. “This is an incredible opportunity to share my music and grow my fan base and I’m so very grate-

BUDGET

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“Any time that we can present the citizens with a zero-tax increase and yet have some capacity to put some stuff away is a good thing,” he said.

Coun. Dawn Quinn thanked the town for “a job well done” — recalling when other budget deliberations have not gone as smoothly.

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money aside to install a filtration system in the wading pool at Victoria Park to help regulate chlorine levels required by the health unit. The town hopes this will mean the wading pool won’t be closed for business when the weather gets hot. Pankow said despite the large sum — just under $1 million for the town’s portion — owed to RioCan after the former County Fair Mall’s reassessment staff worked “incredibly hard” to come up with a budget that included a zero per cent tax increase. Coun. Jay Brennan said that “in a perfect world” the budget would have included fixing Confederation Bridge, but in the end he supported the budget.

ful to Brett and Invictus Entertainment.” Kissel is a Juno award winner and a multi Canadian Country Music Association award winner for “Fan’s Choice” and “Male Artist of the Year”. Part 1 of his “We Were That Song” tour begins Jan. 13, 2018 and ends on March 24, with 50 plus stops in between. Part 2 will continue in September 2018, the break giving Kissel time to peruse opportunities in the USA. “I remember how helpful it was to my career to open for a bigger artist and play to a packed house,” commented Kissel. “I’m happy to provide a similar opportunity to up and coming artists as there is so much great talent out there!” Source: Invictus Entertainment

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Amanda Jordan from Smiths Falls will perform with Juno and CCMA award winning artist, Brett Kissel, in Sudbury, Ont., on Feb. 24, 2018. She was selected among many contestants vying to perform with Kissel through the “Kick It With Kissel” contest. Participants were asked to record a video of them performing their favourite original, cover, or Kissel songs and to post it to social media using the “#KickItWithKissel” hashtag.” Winners were chosen by Invictus Entertainment and Kissel himself. Jordan writes many songs and has just finished recording two new songs with CMAO producer of the year, Jason Barry. She showcased at the CMAOs and at the DIAMONDS in The

Classic rock fans in the area are invited to beat the winter blahs at a special British Invasion tribute show to be hosted by 4 Degrees Brewing Company in Smiths Falls on the evening of Saturday, Jan. 20. The event is a benefit for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County. From the tight vocal harmonies and explosive energy of the early Beatles to the blues revival and progressive rock that dominated the airwaves just a few short years later, the contribution of British bands to the golden age of rock music was enormous. From 8 to 11 p.m. the threepiece British Invasion show band will present music by British artists including the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Kinks, Eric Clapton, Herman’s Hermits, Gerry and The Pacemakers, and many more. The show will also touch on some of the blues and early rock artists who first inspired the Beatles and Rolling Stones. “It’s not just a concert, it’s an experience,” said drummer Gord Logan. “Audience participation is very important to us.”

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British Invasion pays homage to golden age of rock. The band features experienced musicians Phil Morotti on lead vocals and lead guitar, Chris Must on bass and vocals, and Gord Logan on drums. Accomplished lead guitarist Morotti has been playing in the Kemptville area for over a decade with numerous bands. He draws inspiration from many styles of music, but sings and plays mostly classic rock and rock ‘n roll. His improvisational abilities guarantee a fresh take on each song at every performance. Logan is a multiple Juno Award nominee whose musical career began as a professional drummer for various Torontobased groups. As a freelance stu-

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dio session player in the Greater Toronto Area, he took part in studio recordings, TV shows and concerts. Must, a native of England, was inspired early on by the music of Eric Clapton and the blues in general. In numerous musical projects over the years he has played bass, guitar, and harmonica. Tickets are available at 4 Degrees Brewing Company, 275 Brockville St., and at the Big Brothers Big Sisters Smiths Falls office, 18 William St. E. Each $15 ticket includes one free beverage from the local craft brewery. Call 613-283-9543 for more information. Submitted by Chris Must

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