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As soon as they got off the bus, before they even entered their school, Drummond Central School students could already see that something was different.

Their calendars at home may have said Monday, Jan. 23, 2017 - but when they were greeted off of the bus by Perth's town crier, Brent McLaren, and their principal, Charles HayfronBenjamin, dressed as a 19th century "headmaster," they quickly realized that, for all intents and purposes, it was 1867.

"It's going to be a little bit different today," said Hayfron-Benjamin.

Pointing to the far entrance, he told his female students, "girls, you will go into the girls' entrance, as it was in 1867."

The boys, meanwhile, followed Hayfron-Benjamin and McLaren in through the boys' entrance.

Later, after shedding their hats, coats, boots, and mittens, the students gathered in the gym to hear McLaren make the proclamation of the birth of Canada on July 1, 1867 - a royal decree that formalized the union of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Upper and Desmond Devoy/Metroland Lower Canada, as one country.

"With these words, our country Retired teacher Jamie Schoular strikes a pensive look in the “one-room school house” upstairs at the DrumSee CANADA 150 page P5

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New year, new home for local community office of Canadian Cancer Society in Perth The Perth and Area Community Office of the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is starting off the new year with a new address.

On Jan. 2, the office moved to its new location in a commercial building at 10 Sunset Blvd., Unit 9, in Perth.

After being housed at Dufferin Square for eight years, Jessica Roback, the Community Engagement Specialist for the Perth and Area Community Office, says a smaller location was needed as a result of downsizing that took place within the organization in late 2015 and early 2016.

As well, she notes, "We wanted something more accessible for the community and with a little more of a community presence - with other community organizations."

After a six-month search, the CCS found the current site, which Roback says is "a good little home for us. It is bright, it is just exactly the size we need and it is accessible."

The Canadian Cancer Society is a national, community-based

Jessica Roback, the Community Engagement Specialist for the Perth and Area Community Office of the Canadian Cancer Society, invites the public to visit their new office location at 10 Sunset Blvd., Unit 9, in Perth.

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organization of volunteers whose mission is the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality of life of people living with cancer.

The CCS is Canada's largest national cancer charity and the country's largest national charitable funder of cancer research. In October, the CCS and Canadian Breast

Cancer Foundation announced plans to merge with the proposed merger expected to be finalized by Feb. 1, pending the appropriate approvals.

The Perth and Area Community Office offers a variety of programs and services to those who have cancer, cancer survivors and caregivers within the communities of the Town of Perth, Township of Lanark Highlands, Tay Valley Township and Township of Drummond/ North Elmsley.

The office is the point of contact for transportation inquiries, community programs and overall cancer information.

Office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

on Monday and Tuesday and from 1:30 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday.

Roback can also be reached by phone at 613-267-1058, ext. 3655 or by email at jessica.darlingroback@ontario.cancer.ca.

"I would encourage anybody to drop by the office and see how they can help out," she stated. "We have lots of volunteer opportunities. We would just love to connect with them."

Currently, the office is preparing for its annual residential campaign and daffodil sales in April.

"I want to thank the community for its support over the years," Roback commented. "We are ramping up this year again."

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Supporters of Pakenham Public School jump to their feet to applaud the presentation by Kathy Litalien and Larry Donaldson at PDCI on Nov. 16. A second meeting to discuss the Upper Canada District School Board’s possible intentions to close schools is set for Jan. 30 at Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute.

UCDSB now hosting second series of ARC public meetings on school closures A second round of public meetings will be held in January 2017 as part of the pupil accommodation review process in the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB), seeking input from parents and the general public regarding proposals to improve programming opportunities for students and to reduce excess pupil spaces in schools throughout the district.

The Building for the Future Accommodation Review Committee (ARC) public meetings will assist ARCs to receive feedback on the initial draft recommendations for possible school closures and consolidations which were presented in a draft Initial Staff Report presented to school board trustees in September 2016.

"This is another opportunity for us to connect with the public and let their voice be heard about how to improve our school system," said chair Jeff McMillan. "We are seeking public input in order to make decisions that will allow us to best serve our students in a sustainable way. I want to stress that no decisions have been made at this point and this ARC process serves as an important effort to receive as much feedback from the public as possible."

"The input received through the ARC process will allow us to better understand the views of parents and community members regarding how our school district should be serving students given the revenue that our school board receives from the province of Ontario," added director of education Stephen Sliwa.

At these public meetings, the ARCs will receive delegations from the community and staff will share insights on the feedback received to date. Information received throughout the process will be referenced in a final report to be prepared

by UCDSB staff and presented to the board of trustees on Feb. 15. The board will make final decisions about its accommodation review on March 23 at a special board meeting scheduled at North Grenville District High School, which will be open to the public and will also be streamed live for viewing.

The board has been continually updating its Building for the Future webpage to keep our communities informed throughout the accommodation review process. This web page provides information about the process with an ARC Information and Resources page, including agendas, the delegation applica-

tion form, and more. There is also a page specific to the municipal and service providers meetings, and previous reports to the board.

Meetings began Thursday, Jan. 19 and for Rideau/Lanark South/Lanark North families of schools, the ARC session will take place Monday, Jan. 30 at Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute (299 Percy Street) in Smiths Falls. The meeting gets underway at 6:30 p.m. but doors will open at 6 p.m.

The Grenville/Brockville/ River families of schools meeting is Thursday, Jan. 26 at 6:30 p.m. at Brockville Collegiate Institute (90 Pearl Street East).

In the event of inclement weather, an alternate meeting date will be posted on the UCDSB website, school and board Facebook pages.

The meeting will be streamed live by the board on the UCTV network at: https://livestream. com/UCTV/smithsfalls.

Members of the public who wish to make a presentation at these public meetings should review the ARC guide for delegations, noting the process and timelines for receiving requests.

This information can be found at: www.bit.ly/2eeARjG. Submitted by the Upper Canada District School Board

UCDSB anticipates in-year surplus of $499,000 The following are items discussed during the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) trustees meeting Jan. 11 in Brockville.

Superintendent of Business Nancy Barkley presented her first financial forecast to the board for the current fiscal year.

It reflects an anticipated in-year surplus of $499,000.

Barkley said that higher than anticipated 2016-2017 projected enrolment of an additional 156 students in our district, combined with the board's original budgeted surplus, enabled it to fund additional educational assistant

staffing to support students with special needs.

Barkley confirmed that the budget remains ministry compliant while allowing the board to focus on its key goals of student achievement and student well-being.

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Local musicians will get together to sing some old and new favourite love songs at the upcoming Sweetheart Sing-along Sunday, Feb. 12 at St. Andrew’s Hallville United Church.

Back row, from left: Nancy McIntyre, Paula McCann-Henke, Louise Atchison, Jane Baird, Helen MacGregor of The Humming-birds. Front row, from left: Ursa Meyer, Doug Hendry and Glenna Hunter of Fiddlehead Soup.

Let me call you sweetheart: Lend your voice to Valentine’s sing-along Feb. 12 Let me call you sweetheart I'm in love with you Let me hear you whisper That you love me too Do these lyrics bring back memories - Bing Crosby crooning softly or Bette Midler giving this old standard a new twist?

If they do, or if you just love a love song, then you might have something in common with local musician Doug Hendry. Hendry, who is one of the members of the local trio Fiddlehead Soup, thinks love and love music is all about joy.

"Love is inspirational," he says. "And songs from around the world tell of the joy it brings."

Louise Atchison of The Humming-birds believes that music touches everyone. Her group is a Kemptville-based quartette known for its acapella

numbers and, for Atchison, "music is indeed the universal language. Rhythm and melody and the style and the nuances."

She is looking forward to sharing an afternoon with everyone who loves to sing, even if they don't think they can.

"Andy Williams was first to confess that, of the Four Lads, his voice was not the best but he loved to sing and knew how to sell a song," she said. "So many of us feel we are not singers, except in the shower."

Fiddlehead Soup will be performing a collection of love songs at the Sweetheart Singalong, a new musical event happening just before Valentine's Day. The group will be performing along with The Humming-birds.

Held on Sunday, Feb. 12 at St. Andrew's Hallville United

Church, the event is an opportunity for young and old, families and friends, to join in singing some well-known, and perhaps unexpected, love songs.

As Hendry explains, it will be a chance to "take the audience on a joyful journey of love songs through the ages."

The sing-along will run from 2 to 4 p.m. and parking is available. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased online at www.4unitedchurches.ca.

A limited number of tickets will be available at the door, starting at 1:30 p.m. the day of the concert. Refreshments will be served.

For more information, contact Martha Attridge Bufton at 613-989-1010. And find out more about Fiddlehead Soup at https://fiddleheadsoup.wordpress.com.

Conservative leadership vote has membership deadline Anyone wishing to participate in the election of a new leader for the Conservative Party of Canada must become a party member by March 28, explains Michael Barrett, president of the federal riding association.

"There will be a mail-in ballot distributed to all members by the end of April and that has to be returned to the party

by May 26," says Barrett of the Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes association. "In order to partici-

pate in the vote, people must be members of the party by March 28."

The easiest way to become a member is to go to www.conservative.ca and click "Join."

The online registration process only takes a minute.

"The resignation of Stephen Harper as leader following the election in 2015 led to the current leadership election," notes Barrett. "Rona Ambrose has been the interim leader for the party in Ottawa, but as we prepare for the 2019 election we

need to elect a new leader."

While there are a number of candidates in that leadership race neither Barrett nor the local association are publically supporting any particular person.

"The new leader will be elected by the members who are free to vote for whomever they wish," comments Barrett.

For more details, area residents can contact membership chair Mark King by email at membershiplgtirl@gmail.com or by phone at 613-382-0451.

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A change of shoes can change a life: Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids Sake Feb. 25 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County (BBBSLC) is excited to once again be partnering with the local Tim Hortons restaurants for the Tim Hortons Bowl for Kids Sake event on Feb. 25.

Last year this event raised nearly $90,000, with more than 750 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.

The event is a straightforward 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 the Feb. 25 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 Blues & Company, The Heat, Briana Kelford, Yanim

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County volunteers Eryn Hewson, left, and Catherine Poag spent the whole day at Gratton Lanes for last year’s Bowl for Kids Sake. This year’s event, which is the biggest fundraising initiative for the organization, is set for Feb. 25 in Smiths Falls, Perth and Carleton Place.

Naemi and Terry Tufts.

Traditional bowling happens in Smiths Falls and Carleton Place; it's a fun way to reconnect with friends, family or co-workers 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 online, which makes asking for money a whole lot easier.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County is a not-for-profit volunteer driven organization which helps chil-

dren develop to their unique potential through consistent, dependable and unconditional adult friendship. The agency has been a part of the Lanark County community for almost 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. These sponsors include; Tim Hortons as title sponsor; corporate sponsors: Arthur J. Gallagher, 92.3 Jack FM, Canadian Tire, Metroland Media, Guy Saumure & Sons Construction LTD., Hinton Dodge Chrysler, Cogeco, Eaton, Pankow Financial Solutions Ltd., and TD, and Alley Sponsors, Colby McGeachy Professional Corporation, Perth Civitan Club and Rob Roy's Pub. Please support businesses that support mentoring in Lanark County.

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.

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Journey to Antarctica with CFUW at Feb. 6 meeting in Perth Antarctica, land of ice and snow and penguins!

Beautiful, ethereal and peaceful. Come and join us on a journey to Antarctica with Dr. Shelley Ball, a biologist, photographer, educator and storyteller as she shares her photos and stories from her recent adventure to this beautiful land. The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Perth and District cordially invites you to join us for this special presentation.

Join us on Monday, Feb. 6 at the Royal Canadian

Legion Building at 26 Beckwith Street East in Perth at 7 p.m. to experience this fascinating Antarctic adventure. You will meet Dr. Shelley Ball and learn about a program called Homeward Bound, Women In Science Leadership in Antarctica.

This program encourages leadership development in women.

In December 2016, a contingent of 76 women boarded a ship and headed for Antarctica. Their mission was to increase the influence and impact of women in science and also influ-

ence policy and decision making in ways that will lead to a more sustainable future for our planet.

During the 20 days spent on the ship, these women learned not only about climate change and Antarctic science, but also received training in leadership development. This trip was the in-

augural expedition for a 10-year global initiative aimed at providing transformative leadership development for 1,000 women in science.

CFUW is thrilled to offer this exciting program and cordially invites the public to experience this adventure with us. Please join

us on Feb. 6 at the Royal Canadian Legion Building at 26 Beckwith Street in Perth at 7 p.m. and be ready to be wowed.

CFUW is an organization of women, linked locally, nationally and internationally, to promote quality education, encourage participation in public affairs and

improve the status of girls and women, all in an atmosphere of co-operation, fun and friendship.

More information about CFUW Perth and District is available on our website: www. cfuw-perth-district.com.

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The use of this new system is completely optional. Police will still attend a call for service if desired.

To learn more, and to access Citizen Self Reporting online, go to opp. ca or call the OPP toll-free number 1-888-310-1122.

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Limiting healthy food options

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he Ontario government’s new regulations that require restaurant and grocery store chains with 20 or more outlets across the province and that sell prepared foods to post calorie counts – as much as the concept has some merit and is probably well intended – appear to have led to fewer healthy food choices being available to consumers in certain locations. We are aware of at least one grocery chain that has dumped its made-to-order sandwich service, and those guidelines that went into effect on Jan. 1 were cited as a reason behind the corporate decision.

We have heard about how that move affects not just customers, but the staff who work in the stores (some of which are in smaller communities with fewer food service options). Rather than opt for a potentially healthy food option made fresh the way he or she likes it, the purchaser ends up having to consider an

alternative such as; the mass-produced and sometimes unappetizing sandwiches trucked in from another location; or one of the hot prepared food items, many of which are fried and/or infested with sodium or fat. Not exactly what the move intended.

In fairness to the government, these retailers could opt to adjust their readyto-go meal menus and offer healthier options that might not be as easy to prepare and serve and might not sell as well as the fried chicken tenders, wedges and wings.

The bold decision was made in an effort to get consumers thinking about healthier options and in theory, is a good one. However, if the government is truly serious about making the ingredients and nutrition numbers available to consumers so they can make informed choices, then set the standard across the food service sector.

Emerson was going to have to find other ways to bring good luck upon himself It took a lot to get Father to lift his eyes off the Ottawa Farm Journal once he had settled down in front of the Findlay Oval after supper. But Emerson's question to Mother not only caused Father to drop the paper to his lap, but in a voice loud enough we could all hear, he said "not a chance."

As usual, we were all sitting around the table after the kitchen had been redded up. For once, Emerson wasn't drawing glass buildings. He was just sitting there, arms folded in front of him, deep in thought.

His question was, "Could I be half Catholic and half Lutheran?" Mother paused before answering. "I'd have to think about that." The talk had Father's complete attention now.

lovely gesture. Mother tried to tell Emerson, she doubted the Rosary in Felix's pocket had anything to do with his good fortune, but he wasn't buying

"You're Lutheran...100 per cent, and that's what you'll stay." Mother, always interested in her children's questions, asked Emerson why he wanted to be part Catholic. He said it all had to do with Felix at the Northcote School.

Emerson said Felix always had his Rosary in his pocket, and he told Emerson it was the reason he had so much good luck, and Emerson said he streamed off a list of benefits such as being the only boy from Northcote picked to play on the Renfrew hockey team, getting a horse of his own from Santa, and finding a whole dollar on the street in front of the O'Brien Theatre.

He told Emerson he gave credit to carrying his Rosary in his

Letter to the Editor pocket. Emerson wondered if he found his Rosary like the ones Aunt Vanetta had given us five children, and if he put it in his pocket, would that mean he was half Catholic? He was willing to try anything to have the luck Felix seemed to have at every turn.

Well, back then Father wasn't happy about the five rosaries Aunt Vanetta had doled out, even though Mother, once a Catholic herself, said it was a

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it. And he immediately went stairs with one clutched in his upstairs to plow through his hand. Earl said that one was drawer in the dresser the three his. His was the only one with brothers shared to see if he See MARY page 9 could find his. He came down-

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Quilters guild seeks to donate quilt to local charity DEAR EDITOR:

The Lanark County Quilters Guild is comprised of 160 members. We meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Lion’s Hall in Perth. Our meetings are full of activities, as well as speakers who share their quilting journeys through their quilts.

Every year the members make a quilt to be donated to a local charity. They, in turn, sell raffle tickets as a fundraiser to help their

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group achieve their goals in the community.

The charitable group must have a registered charitable number.

If you are part of a group, or know a group that would benefit from this donation, please contact Nancy Jossinet at 613267-0022.

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Bowl with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville Feb. 25 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville are celebrating 40 years of serving children this year along with Canada's 150th anniversary.

What better way to celebrate than with the 2017 Tim Hortons Bowl for Kids Sake.

This year, bowling will be taking place at three locations: Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Elgin Bowling Lanes (4 to 7 p.m.) and Kemptville Bowling (4 to 7 p.m.) for five-pin bowling, and on Sunday, Feb. 26 at the Brockville Bowling Centre (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.) for 10-pin bowling. Bowl for Kids Sake isn't about being a

great bowler, it's about having fun while raising money for a great cause. This pledge driven event helps to provide mentoring programs to children in Leeds and Grenville.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville provides services to approximately 1,259 children in the county through mentoring programs and by supporting families by helping with hampers at Christmas, back to school supplies, shoes, clothing and hot lunch subsidies. Last year alone, 14,200 school hot lunches were provided free to underprivileged children.

Big Brothers Big Sisters - Enter a team of family, - Be a corporate sponsor has a five-day a week free af- friends or co-workers for $1,000 ter school program and offer - Join a team You can register your team free monthly bus trips to plac- Spread the word or yourself online and receive es like Fun Haven, Sky Zone, - Sponsor our BIG and online pledging at http://bigthe Museum of Civilization, LITTLE team gerevents.ca/register-to-bowl. snow tubing and Saunders - Sponsor a lane for only php.

Farm. Bowl for Kids provides $200 For more information or the needed funds to support these programs and helping children in our community.

COSt GOeS We are asking for your uP Feb 1 assistance to ensure the sucReGISteR NOw! cess of this worthwhile event.

There are many ways to show your support: - Donate a prize to be awarded on the day of the Kingston ON, NEURO - HALF & 5K event

to discuss how you can play a role in the success of this event, call 613-345-0281 or bbbs.leeds@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca.

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Register for an amazing event and know that you are supporting health care and brain injury awareness in the best possible way.

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blue beads. Everett said, “Ya, Emerson, I remember Earl’s had blue beads.” It was very doubtful Everett could remember the colour of any of the Rosaries, since it was so long ago that Aunt Vanetta had handed then out.

Earl tried to grab them from Emerson, Everett got into the fray too. They were hard at it, and Mother went back to writing in her diaries, my sister Audrey took my hand and led me to the stove saying she thought she’d make a cup of hot chocolate, and Father went back to read-

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ing the Ottawa Farm Journal.

The three brothers were hot into it! The rosary went flying out of Emerson’s hand, Mother caught it before it landed on the table, put it in her apron pocket, and sent the three boys off to bed.

That should have been the end of it. But Felix, a few days later at the Northcote School, showed everyone within spitting distance a crisp new $5 bill. He won a contest in the Family Herald and Weekly Star for writing a poem.

Emerson was sure it was because the Rosary was never out of his pocket. Audrey said it probably was because

his Mother had more than a little to do with it. She was a teacher and wrote poems and stories for the Renfrew Mercury. And as far as Emerson being half Catholic and half Lutheran? Well, that was never going to happen. Father would see to that! Emerson would just have to find another way to have good luck and good fortune come his way.

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Lanark Community Programs will once again be offering the free Community Volunteer Income Tax Program to residents of Lanark County, beginning March 1. Left, experienced volunteers with training will be on hand at the clinics.

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Free income tax clinics being offered again in Lanark County Lanark Community Programs, in partnership with Canada Revenue Agency, is gearing up to start community clinics for the free Community Volunteer Income Tax Program.

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LAWS features five sweet pets this week to consider adding to your family LAWS is currently in need of the following items: postage stamps, sturdy garbage bags, canned Friskies pate cat food, non-latex gloves, office copy paper, Liquid Paper white out and toilet paper.

This Week’s Pets

Nadia Also at the Natural Pet Foods Store is Nadia, a charming fivemonth-old Tabby girl. Both kittens are lovely and looking for their forever homes.

This week's featured pets Laura Please meet five-month-old Laura at the Natural Pet Foods Store in Carleton Place.

She was recently adopted but sadly had to be returned as the owner did not know she had allergies to cats.

She's a lovely small girl who would be thrilled to find her forever home soon. Laura is affectionate, friendly and good with other cats.

Since Twinkle has moved to the cat-runs she no longer hides under things where you can't see her. She enjoys being in a box and when you approach her she rolls over for a belly rub. She's absolutely adorable, gorgeous and sweet.

She's still a bit uncomfortable when you pick her up, you might get 20 seconds before she gets restless.

With time, we know she'll overcome that too. If you're a person looking for a beautiful calico cat, with some time and patience, we assure you a twinkle in your eye once she has settled and feels safe. Please meet her at LAWS.

Twinkle Please meet Twinkle, a very petite pretty Calico girl who lived on the streets for some time before someone was able to catch her. She is still a bit shy but quickly learned that life inside with regular food is Joy Joy is a 10-year-old senior cat far better than living on the streets. with a lot of spunk in her. She had to be surrendered due to serious illness of her previous owner. Joy is a little vocal about her new, unforeseen, faith and wishes she could live in a home again. She's a cat with a personality who likes to have the last word.

Spending time in the cage is not her thing. She's very lean, with lovely medium long soft grey and some white hair. Because of her age, Joy's adoption fee will be reduced to

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cats and he enjoys playing with toys. He is a friendly affectionate boy with clean litter box manners.

Gucci grooms himself to be his very best when you go and meet him.

Please give this boy a second chance of finding his forever home.

Thank you for your continued support. Follow us if you like on Facebook at www.facebook.com/lanarkanimals or if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the $100. She hopes to find a new for- shelter at shelter@lanarkanimals.ca or by calling 613-283-9308. LAWS ever home very soon. is located at 253 Glenview Road, Smiths Falls.

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Lights, camera, action! Musings from the 2017 Montreal Auto Show

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shots for the evening television news broadcasts.

Volvo took the prize for the most dramatic entry that really didn't require any heart-stopping ear-splitting music. They took advantage of a glass walled elevated office just over their display and manned it with several actors playing out a family scene where everyone was getting ready to head out for a day of winter sports.

When they came down to their garage (on the show floor) they had the choice of two new V90 crossovers. Needless to say it was a very happy ending.

A brand new entry for this year's show was Genesis. This fresh luxury offshoot of parent company Hyundai now has three different pampered but powerful sedans to offer. They just started selling vehicles from dedicated dealers in November of last year and moved 100 of them out the door in the first six weeks (not a bad start).

Their company president remarked that a substantial number of these new customers never visited a dealership but completed their transactions online.

Their main focus (other than building vehicles to compete with Mercedes, BMW, and the like) is to redefine and evolve the car purchasing process. They will

all the letters in the alphabet, couldn't Toyota come up with something else?

But this urban warrior, (loaded with all the tech and legendary reliability that comes with the nameplate Toyota) has the smallest rear side door windows in creation.

If any family buys one, no matter how good the audio system is, it won't drown out complaints from rear seat passengers.

Couldn't end this discussion without mentioning the models at the show (the ones on two feet, not four wheels).

tions, opinions, or stories on anything automotive please drop me a line, [By email to bjoeturner@hotmail.com listing 'Question for the Car Counsellor' on the subject line or by post to Metroland Media, 65 Lorne St., P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4T1]. When using regular mail, please supply a phone number if you seek direct contact (due to volume I can't always promise replies).

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The Smiths Falls Reformed Church welcomes you to our worship service on Sunday at 12:00 noon.

Pastor John Roke will be leading the service and preaching each Sunday in January.

We meet at The Community Health Centre, 2 Gould Street, Smiths Falls, in what was the old high school.

We enter at the back of the building.

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After a few years of absence, skin-tight dressclad female car-cover pullers were back in action; now, not at every display, but in enough quantity to mention. I'm in total agreement with those that believe this type of promotion is a throwback to the dinosaur age of sex-sells everything, but I guess in Montreal, it's a different world.

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One of the misses came from a surprising source: Toyota. At their display reveal, they pulled the wraps off a small electric vehicle prototype (no issues there) and their all-new sub-compact SUV, the C-HR. First if the name reminds you of something, think Honda's latest foray into this category: the HR-V. With

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I attended press day at the Montreal Auto Show on Jan. 19 and it was looking pretty good for a 13-year-old.

Did you know that there has been a charity ball every year at this show and they have raised a total of more than $5.4 million for health care services in the Montreal area!

This show is held at the Palais de Congres on Viger Street in Montreal and runs to Jan. 29.

It's well worth the drive, not only because it's well organized and run, but where else can you find every new vehicle sold in Canada under one roof ? And if you've ever wanted to try an electric vehicle, this show has eight different models you can arrange to drive on the streets (yes on the car companies' insurance policies).

It's a great opportunity to kick some tires and try out the fit of an amazing array of vehicles without ever having to set foot in a dozen different dealerships.

Press days at this show are closed to the public but open to journalists who are toured en masse from one carmaker's display to the next where one or more new models are revealed and a company president or executive gets to brag about their great track records and incredible sales' and satisfaction ratings.

It always amazes me that the automakers bring out all the high tech videos and audio backgrounds (not to mention the occasional talking robot) to try to wow seasoned automotive writers and videographers.

It must work because everyone seems to hang on every moment and it always makes for great

Studio Theatre production of Scotland Road very personal journey for actor Jerry Logan The date is April 16, 1912. Thirteen-year-old James Logan stands on a windswept Glasgow street corner hawking newspapers with headlines that will rock the world: The mightiest, the most unsinkable ship ever built has struck an iceberg and disappeared beneath the waves, taking more than 1,500 souls to the bottom of the North Atlantic. The disaster occupied the news for weeks, and the imagination of the world for decades.

In many ways, the sinking of the Titanic defined the pre-war era of the early 20th century.

Flash forward 60 years, and Jerry Logan, grandson of James, receives from his grandfather the book A Night To Remember, Walter Lord's minute-by-minute account of the sinking. That gift, along with his grandfather's own vivid description of those dark times, sparks Jerry's lifelong fascination with the story of the Titanic.

Flash forward again to today, January 2017, when his deep interest in an event that occurred more than 100 years ago has brought Jerry Logan to the stage of Perth's Studio Theatre, where he plays a lead role in the production of Scotland Road, a psychological thriller centred around the Titanic disaster.

Jerry didn't choose this role. Clearly, the role chose him.

"At first, I didn't go out to audition

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From left: Jane Stott, Mary Ann Majaury, Jerry Logan and Roberta Peets star in Scotland Road, premiering at Perth’s Studio Theatre Thursday, Feb. 2. For show dates and ticket details, please visit studiotheatreperth.com. for Scotland Road," says Logan. "But when friends who knew about my lifelong interest -- OK, obsession - with the Titanic found out that the play was being produced here they said I'd be crazy not to get involved. So here I am playing the part of someone who is obsessed with the Titanic legend. I guess that's what they call type casting."

In Jeffrey Hatcher's Scotland Road a young woman, played by Mary Ann Majaury, is found floating on an iceberg near modern day Iceland. Cold

and hungry, clothed in the style of 1912, she utters a single word: "Titanic". But the discovery of the woman, coming decades after the sinking of the ship, can only be an elaborate hoax. A mysterious man name John, played by Logan, sets out to find the truth. Together with a reclusive last survivor of the Titanic, played by Jane Stott, and a doctor who has taken the young woman under her wing, played

by Roberta Peets, John struggles with his own obsession to peel back the layers of the mystery.

"Mary Ann, Jane, Roberta and I, along with our director, Joanna McAuley Treffers, have each developed our own obsession with this amazing play", says Jerry. "As a cast, we all have our own take on the play's ultimate meaning. It's that kind of script - it leaves you to draw your own conclusions about John, the young woman, and what the playwright's intentions really are."

Knowing that audience members will also have their own interpretations of the play, and questions about the characters in Scotland Road, Jane Stott and Joanna McAuley Treffers have come up with a unique idea.

"Following the opening night performance on Feb. 2 the cast will turn up the house lights and invite questions from the audience," says Joanna.

"Who better to give their views on the play than the actors who have been steeped in the production for the past three months?"

It's a Q&A session that will likely reveal even more points of view on this endlessly intriguing play.

For Jerry Logan, who has spent so much of his life immersed in the story of the Titanic's last hours, the script of Scotland Road will no doubt become another treasured keepsake, joining his original copy of the New York Times from April 16, 1912, a lump of coal salvaged from the wreck in the 1980s, and a vinyl recording of

the voices of actual Titanic survivors from 1960.

For others, who have yet to develop their own fascination with the legend of the Titanic, Scotland Road may be just the tip of the iceberg...

Scotland Road stars Jerry Logan, Mary Ann Majaury, Roberta Peets, and Jane Stott, and premieres at Perth's Studio Theatre on Thursday, Feb. 2 for seven shows, Feb. 2, 3, 4, 10 and 11 at 7:30 p.m., and Feb. 5 and 12 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $22 (cash only) at the Book Nook, 60 Gore St. E, and $22 plus convenience fee at Shadowfax, 67 Foster St., (613-267-6817; shadowfax.on.ca) and Tickets Please, in the Matheson House Museum Visitor Centre, 11 Gore St. E. (485-6434; ticketsplease.ca) both of which accept in-store, phone, online and credit card purchases. Tickets are $24 at the door, and $10 at the door for students with ID. Attend opening night and save $5.

For complete show details, dates, and ticket information please visit studiotheatreperth.com.

Don't miss your chance to see Scotland Road, enhanced by exciting new technology at the Studio Theatre. Remember, you'll save $5 on each ticket opening night, and have a chance to be part of the post-show Q&A with the show's cast. We look forward to seeing you at the theatre.

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Gosling and Stone mesmerizing in captivating L.A. musical MOVIE: La La Land STARRING: Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone DIRECTOR: Damien Chazelle RATING: PG La La Land is a rare film. It's not just because it's a musical. True musicals have lost the prominence in film they once had, but La La Land is special for more than that. It has a style and grace that's hard to find anywhere. It has a story that captures a sublime beauty. A beauty that's underscored by sadness as much as it is by joy.

Mia (Emma Stone) has come to L.A. to become an actor. She dreams of lighting up the silver screen and walking in the footsteps of all the greats that have gone before her. It's her passion and her reason for being.

Though currently she works as a barista on a movie studio lot.

Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) is a jazz pianist of exceptional talent. His dream is to one day open his own club and fill it with the music he loves.

His love of jazz drives him, though, currently he's been struggling. It's meant he's had to take some gigs that he's been less than enthusiastic about.

Serendipity plays her role in having the two cross paths a few times before they truly meet.

When they do there's a magic at work, the kind of magic you only find in a musical.

They begin a romance filled with passion, music, joy and heartache.

It becomes a story of the dreams that drive us, the choices we make, and where those choices take us.

La La Land is a movie

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of exceptional song and dance. This film overflows with incredible music that takes you to the heights of joy and the depths of regret.

The choreography effortlessly flows from scene to scene. In the best musicals when the cast break into song and dance it never seems out of place. It seems natural. La La Land is the best of the best.

It's impossible to look away from Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. The ease and effortlessness with which they sing and dance is simply astounding.

That alone would be worth seeing. Yet they also give performances with such raw and real emotion, with such passion, with such commitment that it staggers the mind. It has been a long time since two stars have shone so bright.

La La Land has great songs and great dance numbers, but it's so much more than just a musical.

Its story is real. Sure it tells its story through song and dance, but it's a real story of love, loss and regret.

All these elements weave together to create a beauty you can only find in the contrast between joy and sorrow. The one heightens the other the way the light defines the shadow, and the way the shadow shows just how bright the light is. In the end it creates a sublime movie.

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CONCERNING PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE COUNTY OF LANARK SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES OFFICIAL PLAN (SCOP) Legal Description: The Amendment applies to the County of Lanark TAKE NOTICE that a Public Meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 5:30 p.m., in the Lanark County Council Chambers, 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth ON K7H 3C6, with respect to the following amendments: PURPOSE and EFFECT Amendment No. 5 to the Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan (OPA#5) The purpose of OPA #5 is to update the policies on “Areas of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI)” and revise the mapping of these areas on Schedule “A” to the SCOP. The effect of OPA #5 is as follows: 1. To amend Section 5.5.3 Areas of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI) in order to define the different types of ANSIs (Life Science ANSI, Earth Science ANSI and Candidate ANSI) and allow the extent of adjacent lands to ANSIs to be defined in local official plans based on recommendations from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources or other municipal approaches that achieve the same objectives; and 2. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 1 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “ANSI − LIFE SCIENCE”.

3. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 2 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “ANSI − LIFE SCIENCE”.

4. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 3 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “ANSI − LIFE SCIENCE”.

5. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 4 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “ANSI − LIFE SCIENCE” and RURAL. 6. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 5 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “ANSI − LIFE SCIENCE”.

7. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 6 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “RURAL”.

8. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 7 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “ANSI − EARTH SCIENCE”.

9. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 8 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “RURAL”.

10. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 9 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “RURAL, PROVINCIALLY SIGNIFICANT WETLAND (PSW) and LICENSED AGGREGATE EXTRACTION”.

11. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 10 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “RURAL, PSW, AGRICULTURE, SETTLEMENT AREA FLOODPLAIN and LICENSED AGGREGATE EXTRACTION”.

12. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 11 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “RURAL and PSW”.

13. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 12 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “RURAL, FLOODPLAIN and PSW”.

14. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 13 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “RURAL, FLOODPLAIN AND PSW”.

15. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 14 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “RURAL and PSW”.

16. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 15 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “PSW, AGRICULTURAL LANDS, SETTLEMENT AREA and FLOODPLAIN”.

17. Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by re-designating lands shown as Item 16 on the attached Key Map from “ANSI” to “RURAL, PSW, AGRICULTURAL LANDS, SETTLEMENT AREA and FLOODPLAIN”.

Key Map 18. The Legend in Schedule “A” to the Sustainable Communities Official Plan is amended by adding a reference to the “Rural” designation.

IF YOU WISH to be notified of the adoption of the proposed official plan amendment or of the refusal to amend the official plan, you must make a written request to the Planning Administrator, County of Lanark, 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth, Ontario, K7H 3C6.

A COPY of the proposed official plan amendment and related information and material can be obtained from the Planning Administrator, County of Lanark, 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth, Ontario, K7H 3C6 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Monday to Friday), by phone at 613-267-4200 ext. 1520, or by e-mail at plan@lanarkcounty.ca.

IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the County of Lanark before the proposed official plan amendment is adopted; the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of County of Lanark Council to the Ontario Municipal Board.

IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the County of Lanark before the proposed official plan amendment is adopted, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party.

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Demise of circus industry a reminder of Jumbo’s story It was with a mixture of emotions that I recently heard the once wildly popular Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus will be folding its tent this spring.

Animal rights advocates are applauding the news. They've been campaigning relentlessly for years to have circuses and venues which feature wild animals in captivity closed. Activists believe capturing and forcing animals to perform for people is cruel and that they should not be displayed purely for financial purposes. They feel taking animals out of their natural habitat is completely wrong.

It is a huge subject area of course and involves all kinds of things. Included is the legal and illegal trade in animal organs and parts as well as the sale of all kinds of exotic creatures to private individuals as pets.

There are also the ongoing protests against the fur industry and the thoughts of a minority who feel killing any animal, whether domestic or wild, for food is wrong.

Not long ago I saw a T-shirt which, paraphrasing the words printed on it, read: "Join the protest. Vegetarians are killing millions of plants!"

So yes, there are many sides to this debate.

Admittedly I have never been a big fan of circuses and zoos. That despite the fact I spent some of my formative years on the family farm where I worked with large animals on a daily basis.

My parents raised purebred beef cattle and we had a wide range of domestic animals including horses, ponies, chickens, rabbits, dogs and cats.

Treating animals humanely was an important part of life on our farm although I realize the beef and poultry industries have always had their critics.

To me there's a big difference between raising farm animals and going into the jungle and capturing wild animals such as lions, tigers, giraffes, zebras and elephants to be sold and used in public displays.

This week my focus is on the end of an institution - the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus. It's an American icon with a history that goes back nearly 150 years.

The current organization is actually a merger involving what were two successful travelling circuses. In 1908 John Ringling, one of seven sons of a German immigrant named August Rungeling (the circus performers anglicized their

surname for public consumption), bought out his chief rival the Barnum and Bailey Circus.

In 1919 he combined the two companies and introduced "The Greatest Show on Earth."

The slogan stuck and continues to this day.

There were many ups and downs for the Ringling brothers over the years, including the temporary loss of the circus during the Great Depression.

In 1938 John Ringling's nephew, John Ringling North, took control of the troupe. The show thrived despite the advent of television and more recently the arrival of the worldwide web which have given people so many entertainment options.

Circus fading However circus attendance has declined badly in the 21st Century as public attitudes and perceptions change. The once irresistible lure of the circus is fading fast. The owners have announced that their last show will be staged in Uniondale, New York (on Long Island) in May. To say it will be the end of an era is an understatement!

At one time the arrival of the travelling circus prompted tremendous excitement in every community they visited.

I can agree with those who argue that circuses and zoos are important because they expose people to live animals and wildlife most would never have an opportunity to see.

Zoos continue to play an important role by sheltering and nurturing species (consider the Giant Panda) which might otherwise become extinct. Some say zoos may one day be the only place people will be able to see certain species because of over hunting and human encroachment on what was once wildlife habitat.

All arguments aside, there's no question circuses have thrilled untold millions over the years.

Elephants were once the main draw. In fact the owners of Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus say that when elephants were taken out of their operation in recent times, things quickly went downhill.

Underlining their claim is the story of Jumbo.

Once the biggest attraction at the Barnum and Bailey Circus, Jumbo was a star of the Victorian era.

Born in 1861 in Sudan, Africa he was captured and exported to France two years later. In 1865 he was acquired by the

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Zoological Society of London.

Jumbo became the main attraction at the London Zoo. My wife Kathleen had never been to a zoo in her life until we visited the London Zoo in the late 1990s. The experience did not make a positive impression on her. We've never been to a zoo since.

In 1882 P.T. Barnum, the legendary circus owner and promoter, purchased Jumbo for $10,000 (equivalent to nearly $250,000 today) to add to his travelling circus. British people were outraged. They petitioned the government to prevent the sale. More than 100,000 school children wrote to Queen Victoria begging her to intervene.

The protests were to no avail.

Jumbo was already world famous and with Barnum involved he became wildly popular. Thousands of people lined the dockside when the vessel carrying the six and a half ton, 13.1 foot high pachyderm docked in New York City.

Jumbo toured North America by train with the B&B Circus. It was his image, on promotional posters, that had people flocking to purchase tickets at every stop.

On Sept. 14, 1885 the circus performed in Chatham, Ontario which just happens to be the hometown of both my wife Kathy and my late mother Molly.

The next day the circus train arrived in nearby St. Thomas, south of London, Ontario. As always people flocked to the Big Top to enjoy the circus and see the B&B's 29 elephants led

by Jumbo.

The massive circus tent had been erected beside a main railway line for ease of access.

St. Thomas was and is a major railway hub.

Tragic end Near the end of the performance 27 elephants had already been led from the tent to the rail cars. Only the smallest, named Tom Thumb and Jumbo remained to take a final bow. At the conclusion their handler led the elephants along the tracks toward the loading zone.

Suddenly a loud whistle signaled major trouble. An unscheduled Grand Trunk Railway express train thundered into the city. Tom Thumb and

Jumbo were directly in its path.

Tom Thumb was struck first.

But the cowcatcher scooped him up and he rolled down an embankment. The small elephant suffered a broken leg but survived.

The much larger Jumbo, who had been leading Tom Thumb, was caught between the circus train and the embankment and couldn't be guided off the line. The impact of the ensuing collision was so strong that the train engine and two cars derailed. Jumbo suffered fatal injuries including a badly fractured skull. The prized circus performer died minutes later.

Ever the showman, Barnum

had Jumbo's hide stuffed and it travelled with the circus for nearly four years. His skeleton was donated to the American Museum of Natural History in New York City where it remains to this day.

In 1889 Barnum donated the stuffed Jumbo to Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts. In 1975 fire destroyed the school's Biology building, which also housed a Barnum Museum. The blaze reduced most of the stuffed Jumbo to ashes. The tail survived and is still in the university archives.

St. Thomas certainly hasn't forgotten Jumbo. In 1985, on the 100th anniversary of his

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death, a life size statue was dedicated there. It sits impressively on a hill overlooking Talbot Street (part of provincial Highway 3) at the western entrance to the city.

St. Thomas and Jumbo both have special meaning for my family. I worked as a reporter and editor at the daily St. Thomas Times-Journal newspaper for five years in the 1970s. For Kathy and me St. Thomas will always be special.

The first five years of our marriage was spent there and our oldest child, son Craig, was born there. We still have friends See MAGUIRE page 18

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OPP, snowmobile club federation announce Snowmobile Safety Week Jan. 21-29 The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reporting seven snowmobile fatalities since the start of the season, as they join the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) to kick off Ontario Snowmobile Safety Week.

With three of the seven victims dying as a result of their snowmobiles falling through the ice on waterways, the OPP and OFSC are reinforcing the importance of using OFSC trails as a safe way to enjoy this popular outdoor sport.

"We are seeing far too many snowmobilers riding on unsafe ice again this year and our fatalities this season speak volumes about how dangerous this is," said OPP Deputy Commissioner Brad Blair, Provincial Commander, Traffic Safety and Operational Support.

"We are also seeing riders using OFSC trails that are closed, which is against the law. Safe snowmobiling starts with choosing safe, reliable terrain to ride on.

The OFSC does an outstanding job of providing a safe trail system and we want to see snowmobilers using them."

"Working in partnership with the OPP on snowmobile safety these past several years continues to be an effective way to promote safe snowmobiling, with the aim of reducing the number of snowmobile fatalities.

While we are pleased to see many snowmobilers using OFSC trails safely and responsibly, there are still a number of them taking unnecessary chances and making bad riding choices," added Lisa Stackhouse,

MAGUIRE

From page 17

in the city and when we travel to Kathy’s hometown of Chatham we always visit St. Thomas.

If you’re ever in that part of southwestern Ontario I recommend a visit to a city with an interesting history and which also has some of the most gorgeous public parks anywhere. A stop at the Jumbo statue is mandatory for us and I encourage anyone who goes to St. Thomas to have a look, take some photos and read the plaque detailing his life and untimely demise. In the city’s railway tradition

Manager, Participation and Partnership Development, OFSC. Ontario Snowmobile Safety Week promotes using common sense, making smart choices, riding with care and control and within the law.

Tips for arriving home safely after each ride Stay on the trail: Staying on open OFSC trail is safer than riding anywhere else.

Know the scenario: Like other motorized recreational activities, snowmobiling poses certain inherent risks.

Be prepared for the unexpected and avoid unnecessary risks.

Choose the right time and place: Make a smart choice about if, when and how to ride based on the conditions at the time.

Choose good visibility conditions: On the snow, many factors can severely limit your ability to see properly, including snow dust, white-outs, heavy snow or freezing rain, sun glare, flat light or fog; fogging or icing of visor and/or eye glasses, and darkness or over-riding your headlights.

Spread out: Snowmobilers are reminded to keep a safe distance from other riders.

Be vigilant: Simply put, you always need to know what's going on around you to be able to properly assess your position and your next moves.

Use hand signals: Habitual use of the hand signals is both the courteous and responsible choice, so get in the habit of using them where it is safe and prudent to do so. The hand signals can be found at www.ccso-

ccom.ca/hand-signals/.

Keep your wits: Smart choices, good judgment, constant vigilance and sharp reactions are the four keys to snowmobiling without incident.

Keep right: By choosing to deliberately and constantly keep your sled on the right side of the

trail, you'll dramatically increase your chances of staying out of harm's way.

Know before you go: No ice is completely safe. If you choose to cross anyway, you can reduce the personal risk you are accepting. Always cross in good visibility conditions and try to

follow a stake line and/or previously beaten track. Never cross alone. Keep a sharp eye out for ice heaves and ice roads.

Be prepared: The best plans will have you prepared in the event that an incident occurs.

You can help ensure your personal safety with preparations

like filing a ride plan before leaving home, carrying a reliable communications device and a personal tracking unit, always riding with an emergency/survival kit and to packing spare parts and a tow rope.

Submitted by the Ontario Provincial Police

2016 TOWN AND COUNTRY CHRYSLER BUILD A MOUNTAIN OF FOOD CAMPAIGN

T hank You!

To all of the amazing volunteers, location hosts, our media partners, and to all of you who gave so generously allowing us to fill the shelves of 11 community food banks!

YOU DID THIS!

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PATRICE’S YIG, MITCHELL’S YIG, FRESHCO, GIANT TIGER In support of the Lanark County Food Bank (The Hunger Stop)

19,081 lbs of Food $11,761.57 in Cash

Lanark

LANARK HIGHLANDS THRIFT STORE In support of the Lanark Highlands Food Pantry

2,664 lbs of Food $6,008.39 in Cash

Perth

BARNABE’S YIG, BROWNLEE’S METRO, FOODSMITHS, GIANT TIGER In support of the Perth Good Food Bank

50,716 lbs of Food $20,853.57 in Cash

Smiths Falls

ANDRESS’ YIG, FOOD BASICS, GARDEN MARKET, GIANT TIGER In support of the Smiths Falls and District Community Food Bank

79,035 lbs of Food $30,491.62 in Cash Westport – KUDRINKO’S In support of the Westport Food Bank

3,472 lbs of Food $13,726.01 in Cash Elgin – GORDANIER’S FRESHMART In support of the Elgin Food Bank

1,632 lbs of Food $7,137.06 in Cash Portland – RBC FINANCIAL GROUP/LCBO a vintage red caboose also sits in the well-kept park set aside to honour Jumbo.

The “King of Elephants” left one lasting legacy, a contribution to our language. The word “jumbo” is now synonymous with “big”, “large” or “huge.” The well-known Boeing 747 aircraft is called a “Jumbo Jet.” Barnum’s publicity campaign ensured that the name of his most popular attraction would live forever!

If you have a comment or question for Jeff Maguire he can be reached by email at: jeffrey.maguire@rogers. com.

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1,393 lbs of Food $371.91 in Cash

Athens – ATHENS FRESH MARKET In support of the Athens Food Bank

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Dr. Shelley Ball is pictured getting up close and personal with a penguin in Antarctica during the Homeward Bound expedition, attended by 75 women from around the world. Ball, a Perth area native, said she had the experience of a lifetime during the December trip, 2016.

Local scientist loses piece of her heart on Antarctic journey

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The world's largest all-female expedition to Antarctica, the Homeward Bound Women in Science Leadership Expedition, has just completed an experience of a lifetime. The brainchild of Australian leadership activist Fabian Dattner, and Research Scientist at the Australian Antarctic Division, Homeward Bound's mission is to elevate the role of women in science.

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Municipal Connection PROTECT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FROM INTERNET FRAUD:

There are dozens of scams working the phone, some still by mail, but most by the internet. The telephone is still used to persuade someone to tap into their computer, usually by a person reportedly from Microsoft warning of a non-existent problem in your system, and offers to repair it for a fee. You are then asked to please follow the person’s directions to have it fixed. HANG UP!

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Another telephone scam is from someone supposedly representing the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). The line is, you owe the government money and if you don’t pay immediately you will pay a heavy fine, or even worse, end up in jail. If you are not in at the time of the call, a number will be on your answering machine to call back. HANG UP AND DON’T EVER CALL BACK!

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A legitimate company, organization, government agency, bank, etc. will not solicit personal information or try to sell you something. Always be aware!

Next week, learn how the internet has no boundaries.

DATES: FEBRUARY 3rd, 4th, 5th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 2017

This message is sponsored by the Perth Police Services Board and the OPP. It is one in a series of public education notices about how to protect yourself against internet and telephone fraud.

COST: $250.00 (includes books and exam fees Perquisite: Bronze Cross (need not be current), Standard First Aid with CPR ‘C’ and AED and 16 years of age

TOWN OF PERTH SEMI-ANNUAL CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: SEASONAL/PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Town of Perth is currently accepting applications from students and responsible adults for seasonal and/or part-time positions that may arise within the Corporation from time to time. Applicants with civic pride, a positive attitude and an appreciation of customer service are invited to forward their resume to the undersigned no later than 12 noon on February 10th, 2017.

For more information or to register please contact the Perth & District Indoor Pool or to register online (search registration on the Perth website www.perth.ca)

Potential areas of employment include: • Community Services Department ° Community Services Attendant(s) — Reporting to CS Lead Hands, will assist in maintenance and care of all Town parks and facilities. Will require working a variety of shifts, including days, evenings and weekends. ° Last Duel Park Attendant(s) — To provide onsite administrative support of the campground and its facilities. Duties include: taking telephone and in-person reservations, invoicing, mapping and collections, placing campers and boaters on their sites, grounds keeping and maintenance support. ° Tourism Customer Service Representative(s) — Perth Tourism is seeking individuals who are interested in becoming part of an energetic team. The successful candidate(s) will be dedicated to delivering effective customer service and be skilled in public relations. The position will facilitate and promote Heritage Perth and its diverse range of arts, culture, recreation, festivals and events. ° Perth Museum Interpreter(s) — Perth Museum is seeking individuals who are interested in history and have experience working within a museum setting. The successful candidate will provide customer service and work with museum artifacts and archives. ° Perth Pool Staff — Qualified Lifeguards, Instructors (Aquafit, Life Saving/Red Cross), Day Camp Coordinator/ Counsellors and Locker Room Attendants. ° Crystal Palace Convener/Special Event Attendant – On-site staff person for evening/weekend events at the Crystal Palace, conducting general maintenance during the events. Works with the renter of the Palace to ensure good customer service. ° Chief Summer Student – Working evenings and weekends. Responsible for ensuring that part-time, evening and weekend students work in accordance with the Town of Perth Health & Safety Policies and the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act, will maintain appropriate work records and ensure that all tasks are performed as assigned. ° Conlon Farm Facility Groundskeeper – Responsible for the upkeep and repair of all baseball diamonds and other duties as assigned at Conlon Farm.

These positions will require working a variety of shifts which include days, evenings & weekends.

• Environmental Services Department ° Construction Inspector (Seasonal) - Inspection of municipal construction projects. Post-secondary in engineering education required. ° Mowing Crew Operator(s) — To operate grass mowing/trimming equipment at the Town’s many parks, boulevards and easements.

Experience is an asset however training will be provided. Interested applicants are invited to submit a confidential resume outlining their experience and qualifications to the undersigned. Please indicate in a covering letter which areas you may be interested in working. Each listed position requires a separate application on our website at http://www.perth.ca/en/town-hall/Employment-Opportunities.aspx These positions will require working a variety of shifts which include days, evenings & weekends. Successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory police reference check.

Applications received as a result of this advertisement will be kept on file for a period of twelve months.

Payroll Clerk Corporation of the Town of Perth 80 Gore Street East, Perth, ON K7H 1H9 Phone: 613-267-3311 Ext. 2242 Fax: 613-267-5635 payroll@perth.ca The Corporation of the Town of Perth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001 and will be used only for the purpose of candidate selection. The Town of Perth will provide accommodation for individuals with accessibility needs.

NOTICE TO THE ESTATE OF SARAH BOURNE REGARDING TITLE TO PIN 05177-0123(R) TAKE NOTICE THAT The Corporation of the Town of Perth (the “Municipality”) intends to apply to court for a Vesting Order to obtain title to the lands described as WEST PART LOT 42 COCKBURN ISLAND PLAN 8828, TOWN OF PERTH, BEING PART 1, 27R10813. Said parcel is shown in the map below.

The Municipality’s application will be based on adverse possession of the said lands since about 1930 when the outdoor pool was established, said lands forming the parkland on the easterly shore of the wading pool.

The lands were last conveyed to Sarah Bourne on May 23, 1884 pursuant to Instrument No. 3G-1934.

AND TAKE NOTICE THAT any person claiming to have any title to or interest in the said land or any part thereof is required on or before February 6, 2017 to provide notice of his or her interest to the Municipality. Thereafter the Municipality will proceed with its court application without further notice.

Notice of any such claim may be provided in writing to the Municipality’s solicitor, Scott B. Hughes, at 10 Market Square, Perth ON K7H 1V7.

Dated at Perth this 22nd day of December, 2016

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Municipal Connection INTERIM TAX BILLS DUE END OF FEBRUARY:

SEEKING ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: 2018 STEWART PARK FESTIVAL Applications are now being accepted for the position of Artistic Director – 2018 Stewart Park Festival.

The successful applicant will have a working knowledge of the music industry and a strong passion for all types of music.

The Interim Tax Bills were mailed out during the latter part of January. There are two instalment dates: February 28th and April 28th, 2017. If you have not received your interim bill by now, or if there have been changes to your billing information, such as an address change, please contact the Tax Department at Town Hall by calling 613-267-3311 Ext. 2230, or email taxcollector@perth.ca.

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS: 2017 TOURISM EVENTS

Duties include developing, managing and monitoring the festival’s artistic budget, including performers and tech requirements, negotiating contracts, booking venues, etc.

The ability to develop partnerships, to work co-operatively within a team environment and to meet deadlines is an asset.

Interested parties should submit a letter and resume no later than Friday, February 17th 2017 (please note the new earlier date): Kari Clarke, BIA Coordinator 80 Gore St. E., Perth, Ontario K7H 1H9 kclarke@perth.ca • 613-267-3311 ext. 2251

MONDAY

TUESDAY

Perth Tourism is seeking volunteers (19+) to assist with the 3rd Annual Fire & Ice event, which takes place at the Crystal Palace on Saturday, February 18th, 2017 between 7 pm and 11 pm. A celebration of winter in Heritage Perth, Fire & Ice is an evening winter dance, with features such as a bonfire and fireworks display.

We are also seeking help with the Easter Egg Hunt in Stewart Park, taking place Saturday, April 15th, between 9 am and 12 noon. Tasks could include hiding eggs in the park or handing out treats!

A variety of fun and easy tasks are available. With 2017 being Canada’s 150th Anniversary, Perth Tourism will have several opportunities for you to participate. Please call the Visitor Information Centre at 613-267-1947 for more information or to sign-up.

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Municipal Connection Call for proposals to operate alcohol concession at the 2017 Stewart Park Festival The Downtown Heritage Perth BIA and Stewart Park Festival Organizing Committee are calling for letters of interest from those seeking to operate the alcohol concession at the 2017 Stewart Park Festival July 14 – 16.

Hours of operation are as follows • Friday, July 14 5 pm – 1 am Crystal Palace • Saturday, July 15 2 pm – 1 am Crystal Palace • Sunday, July 16 12 pm – 8 pm Crystal Palace The selected operator must: • Be familiar with and abide by the Town of Perth’s Alcohol Management Policy • Assist in obtaining the required liquor licence • Provide proof of $5 million in liability insurance • Name the Corporation of the Town of Perth, Downtown Heritage Perth BIA and Stewart Park Festival as Additional Insureds and Certificate Holders on certificate/policy • Provide all bar supplies, including alcoholic drinks, mixes, as well as glasses, stir sticks, ice etc.

• Work in partnership with Perth Brewery as the exclusive beer provider for the festival • Stock the bar at a level that is sufficient to handle the demand • Staff the bar with professionally-attired servers • Ensure that all bar staff have their Smart Serve certification and are instructed to check for appropriate ID • Post appropriate signage • Ensure the bar is suitably covered and arranged so as to reflect a professional image • Clear all tables in a timely fashion • Provide ticket sellers (unless other arrangements are made with the SPF Organizing Committee) • Adhere to the price structure set by the SPF Organizing Committee • Agree to all sales audits as deemed appropriate by the SPF Organizing Committee • Agree to net revenue sharing with the SPF Organizing Committee Letters of interest are to be sent no later than Friday, February 17, 2017 to: Kari Clarke, BIA Coordinator 80 Gore St. E., Perth, Ontario K7H 1H9 kclarke@perth.ca

Call for proposals for food concession at Crystal Palace during 2017 Stewart Park Festival Downtown Heritage Perth BIA and Stewart Park Festival Organizing Committee are calling for letters of interest from those looking to operate the food concession at the Crystal Palace during this year’s festival July 14 – 16.

Patio and After Hours Venue – Crystal Palace The hours of operation are as follows: • Friday, July 14 5 pm – 1 am • Saturday, July 15 2 pm – 1 am • Sunday, July 16 12 pm – 8 pm The selected operator must: • Provide proof of liability insurance ($2 million) with certificate of insurance naming the Corporation of the Town of Perth, Stewart Park Festival and Downtown Heritage Perth BIA as Additional Insureds and Certificate Holders • Provide all food and supplies, including plates, cutlery etc.

• Provide staff to sell tickets, serve food, clear tables etc.

• Provide full menu for approval by SPF Organizing Committee • Meet all guidelines and regulations as set out by the Lanark, Leeds & Grenville Health Unit • Adhere to a price structure approved by the SPF Organizing Committee • Adhere to the Festival’s policy regarding the prohibition of the sale of bottled water • Provide a price package for performer meals • Agree to any sales audits as deemed appropriate by the SPF Organizing Committee • Pay the regular vendor fee of $450.00 Interested parties may submit a letter of interest with suggested menu and prices.

Letters are to be sent no later than Friday, February 17, 2017 to: Kari Clarke, BIA Coordinator 80 Gore St. E. Perth, Ontario K7H 1H9 kclarke@perth.ca • 613-267-3311 ext. 2251

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Desmond Devoy/Metroland

Perth town crier Brent McLaren, left, and Drummond Desmond Devoy/Metroland Central School principal Charles Hayfron-Benjamin, Kindergarten teacher Kate Gover both tell female students to use the female entrance dressed up as a teacher would to the school, as it would have been on Jan. 23, 1867. have back in 1867.

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Glenn Ireton, left, shows Grade 3 student Keegan Scharfe, centre, and Grade 1 student Ross Kelly, right, the fur of a red squirrel at a wildlife table in the school gym.

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came into existence," said McLaren, with a dramatic flourish. The day was a way for students to experience, "what it was like to be in school, to live, 150 years ago," as Canadians from coast to coast to coast get ready to celebrate our 150th anniversary.

Hayfron-Benjamin agreed that the day was a way "to try to bring history alive and make it fun ... to learn a bit about our history and the history of this area." One of the best ways to do this was for youngsters to see "what kids would have had to have gone through and learned 150 years ago." He added that the 150th celebrations, and this day in particular, would "leave our mark" on the youngsters, and leave a lasting impression for generations yet to come.

Hayfron-Benjamin reminded students that, while he would not be employing the strap or other forms of corporal punishment, "back in these days, there was no messing around.

Discipline was very, very strict back in those days."

Throughout the day, students circulated through different activities, such as demonstrations on examining eggs, feeling animal fur, making milk and children's games, in the gym. Elsewhere, an upstairs classroom was transformed into a "one-room school house," where retired school teacher Jamie Schoular (son of well-known educator Duncan J. Schoular, who has an elementary school named after him in Smiths Falls) was conducting a class, as an 1867-era teacher would have. He read aloud from Aesop's Fables, and the famous tale "The Tortoise

and the Hare," and the morals it had to teach.

Students sat at long benches, divided with boys on one side, closest to the window, the girls on another bench, each with slates in front of them (Schoular told students how to properly hold their chalk so that their hands would not cramp up.)

"Stand up, please," Schoular said, as students could not answer a question while sitting down.

When asked the moral of the story, one girl answered - much to Schoular's delight - that the story taught one not to "give up when things get hard."

Schoular agreed with the sentiment before adding that, another way of putting it was "slow and steady wins the race.

The hare was full of himself, (but) his effort was inconsistent."

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Graff: When it comes to road salt, be like Michael Jackson and just ‘beet it’

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Great minds think alike.

So, appreciating that Coun. Jim Graff knows a good deal when he sees one, he wanted to share what he felt would be money saving tips with Perth town council during their committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 17.

The weather could not have been more perfect. Not for drivers, certainly, with

snow and freezing rain forecast for that night, but, with snow plows and de-icers revving up their engines for a busy night's work, Graff presented an idea to council about road salt savings.

Taking the initiative, he had done some research of his own, contacting municipalities in Ontario and Quebec about different "antifreezing elements," that they use, like salt or sand.

One innovative idea, he said, saved some areas as much as 30 per cent on road

ice costs.

And what was this innovation?

"Beet juice, of all things," said Graff. "Because of the chemical nature of it... it prevents ice build-up."

He wondered if beet juice could be looked at as another way to keep Perth's roads clear of ice.

Indeed, the town's environmental services director, Grant Machan, said that it was indeed a good idea - so much so that the town had already been utilizing a form

of beet juice in its de-icing regimen for years.

"We use a treated salt," said Machan. "It's not in fashion to call it beet juice (the component). But it has an element of beet in it."

Following up on another council query, Machan reported that "we do store our salt at the county (facility) but we do not buy it from the county."

At this, Coun. Riq Turner Desmond Devoy/Metroland simply could not help himself: "That salt is hard to The Town of Perth’s chief administrative officer, John deRosenroll, standing, talks with Coun. Jim Graff on Jan. 17. beet."

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Dr. Shelley Ball was one of 75 women on the Homeward Bound expedition to Antarctica in December 2016. At left, an Antarctic beach full of penguins. At right, a solitary penguin searches his surroundings.

Photos courtesy Dr. Shelley Ball

Notice of Special General Meeting TAKE NOTICE that a Special General Meeting of the members of the Corporation will be held at Beckwith Township Offices, Council Chambers, 1702 9th Line, Beckwith 5, 2017 2016 at at 77 p.m. p.m.

Beckwithon onMonday, Thursday,December February 2,

This meeting is being held to:

• Consider and approve the amalgamation of CENTRAIDE UNITED WAY PRESCOTTRUSSELL, UNITED WAY/CENTRAIDE OTTAWA, UNITED WAY OF LANARK COUNTY, and RENFREW COUNTY UNITED WAY into a single corporation through a process of amalgamation pursuant to section 113 of the Corporations Act (Ontario);

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mental education work.

To get people to understand and appreciate our natural world and to conserve it, you need to have their attention. You can’t force people to love and conserve nature. I think you have to inspire them to care. I hope that with the added skills I’ll take away from Homeward Bound, I’ll be able to accomplish this.”

As part of her environmental education work, Ball has developed a program called the Youth Environmental Ambassadors Program, where she takes youth into nature, locally and around the world, and teaches them about nature conservation and environmental issues such as climate change, the loss of biodiversity, and the impacts of plastics on our environment. She does this in a unique way, using photography and videography as teaching tools, ways to engage youth in exploring, understanding, and appreciating nature and their surrounding environment.

Participants learn visual storytelling as a means of communicating about environmental issues. They learn National Geographic-style photography and how to produce their own mini documentary and then are encouraged to share those with as many youth in their city and region, as possible.

She is currently accepting applications for her July 2017 youth expedition which is headed to Costa Rica, where they will learn about the country’s role as a global leader in biodiversity conservation and the transition to clean energy.

“It’s all about connecting youth to nature, showing them what incredible things we will lose if we don’t change the way we live. There’s a lot at stake right now and my mission in life is to inspire them to action. Their generation won’t protect the environment if they don’t see value in it. My job is to help them see that value and take action before it’s too late.”

Ball said she is passionate about inspiring young leaders, most especially young women, helping to guide their generation to a more sustainable future. As a scientist, she is also passionate about encouraging girls to pursue science careers.

“My goal is to take a small group of youth on

an environmental leadership expedition to Antarctica in two to three years’ time. I would love to find a way to get a local student to participate.

I’m really passionate about getting young people from rural areas involved in experiences and opportunities like this. City kids often get the opportunities, but there are fewer for rural communities and so I want to try to change that.

“As American astronaut Sally Ride said, “Young girls need to see role models in whatever careers they choose. As she said, you can’t be what you can’t see. I want to help connect girls to these careers and show them that these are possibilities for them and that we need their participation in science.”

Fabian Dattner, added, “There is extraordinary paucity of women in leadership positions in the area of science. Women leaders could be making a tangible difference in contributing to a more sustainable world, however women are such a profound minority in decision making roles, they’re simply left-out of opportunities to help shape our future in all arenas.”

The expedition, which included women from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, the United Kingdom, Costa Rica and Germany, set sail from Ushuaia, Argentina Dec. 2 and were 20 days at sea, exploring the Antarctic Peninsula.

During the expedition, they mentored in leadership practices and developed strategies to fight climate change.

When anchored in Antarctica they learned about climate change, first hand, by getting out exploring the Antarctic environment.

Ball was accepted into the expedition two years ago. She said it was “incredible in every way possible.

“The personal growth in terms of leadership development and strategy mapping was phenomenal - the camaraderie of 75 other women plus the Homeward Bound Team (the team who created HB and the expedition program). Twenty days living on ship with 75 women, but the HB Team, plus a film crew and of course, the ship’s crew and our expedition leader - it was cozy and also an incredible way to become deeply connected with these people. We are all like family now and so going through a level of separation anxiety.”

• consider and approve the Application for Letters Patent of Amalgamation to be effective on April 1, 2017; and • to consider and approve the General Operating By-law No.1 of the new amalgamated corporation, which will be submitted to the meeting and will be effective on the date that the Letters Patent of Amalgamation are issued.

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Connected to Your Community - P7 - Thursday, January 26, 2017

OPINION

Connected to your community

Time to watch paint dry?

W

ell, here we are, post-inauguration. It seems it is a new era that is an awful lot like an old era. You can decide whether to set your clocks back 50 years or 300.

I couldn’t take part in any of the Women’s March events last Saturday, but I did follow along. I was lucky enough to see, on social media, outpourings of support and positive messages for the endeavour, but I know it wasn’t so on every feed.

I noticed a few “get over it” and “Trump won and you are just sore losers” and “a march isn’t going to accomplish anything” types of comments here and there. (I still don’t have a code name for him, by the way.)

I was inspired by the march. In a time when so many people all over the world have expressed anxiety, concern and outrage over not just the election of President Trump, but also the rise of misogyny and xenophobia in their own countries, it was inspiring to see millions of people peacefully marching to say they won’t stand for it.

I don’t see this as behaviour related to being a “sore loser” at all. In fact, since President Trump said in his inauguration speech that he wants to transfer power back to the people, I see this as the people expressing to their government the type of power they want: freedom, rights, equality.

No one should be sidelined and overlooked.

These are anxious times. I feel it whenever I watch the news. It’s almost tangible on social media. (I sometimes consider taking a vacation from social media for a while to watch paint dry or snow fall from the sky or some other peaceful thing, but the feeds are a bit mesmerizing and sometimes pretty amusing.)

I mentioned last week that I was fielding pleasant bedtime questions from one of the kids about nuclear holocaust. (Welcome to the 1980s.)

This week I was trying to explain to the other kid why it’s important for people to stand up and speak up when they see a wrong. It evolved into a discussion about pay equity. “That’s not true in Canada,” I was told. “I’ve sat through the meetings and it happens,” I replied.

We were watching the news at the time. “Watch this next story,” I said as the broadcast moved from coverage of the Women’s March to the press

Past Deadline

Stephanie Gray

briefing held that evening by White House press secretary Sean Spicer at which he reamed the media about their coverage of the number of people attending the inauguration.

Twitter, of course, has gone into full attack mode with the hashtag #SpicerFacts. It’s actually pretty funny in a sad way. As you know, I am a huge fan of exaggeration and hyperbole. It is my absolute most favourite thing in the whole universe times about a kabillion. In fact, I almost wrote a column just about #SpicerFacts to lighten the mood, but I’m guessing there will be other opportunities. As such, I won’t talk about the number of birds flocking to my very popular feeder or the massive crowd assembled for my exceptional suppers this time.

Another fun one, if you have time, is #alternativefacts. So many fun new phrases to learn! (Hint: That last one means “made up junk; lies.”)

Anyway, the story about Spicer and the inauguration caught my kid’s attention because, like most people connected to an electronic device on this planet, he had seen a kabillion (at least) images of that day from various camera angles and it’s fairly easy to conclude there were, indeed, fewer people on the Mall than in 2009.

Whether he had bigger numbers or not, I sincerely hope Trump becomes a great president. I hope he finds his way and helps all Americans to have the tools they need for success. A happy and healthy America can only be a good thing for the rest of the planet.

I also hope we can move beyond the rhetoric and the nastiness and the anxiety. I hope the focus shifts from who got the bigger numbers to who makes a big, positive difference. I would happily clap and cheer if President Trump turns out to be the Best Thing Ever.

If it doesn’t go that way, though (and there is reason to be concerned), then there is comfort in knowing there are millions of people ready to speak up and stand up. The world is watching.

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Alzheimer’s Coffee Break Glen Moore is a member of the Perth Civitan Club and for the past several years has organized an Alzheimer’s Coffee Break fundraiser in conjunction with a Civitan Wednesday Night Bingo. This year bingo players donated $201 during the evenings ‘coffee break’. Glen’s wife, Elaine, as usual baked all the cookies for the event. The Civitan Club donated an additional $200 towards the charity and a cheque for $401 was presented to Alzheimer’s representative Bobbi-Jo White at the Jan. 11 bingo. Pictured are: (left to right) Civitan Glen Moore, Civitan President Elect Bryan Wiltsie, Elaine Moore and Alzheimer Fund Development Coordinator Bobbi-Jo White. Some of the bingo players are at the front of the photo, and they are: Marlene McNeely, Judy Wright, Marion Kay, Linda McDonald, and Civitan member Maxine Leggett.

Sound of a peaceful vacation is not so quiet

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rother, sister-in-law and wee niece of mine were on an adventure last week, and so was I, of sorts.

I thought I was going to join them on their Caribbean cruise, but when they told me at Christmas they were leaving mid-January, I wasn’t sure if I was going to be able to swing it.

Turned out my passport expired in November, and even though the boss said a vacation request was no trouble to approve, I decided to stay home.

I did, however, have my own vacation looking after Cooper, their miniAustralian shepherd, at their place on the Rideau. I even booked a couple of vacation days at the end of the week so I could enjoy the full effect of their home on the lake - my new home away from home, at least for a week.

I had visions of grandeur sitting at their big dining room table overlooking the bay, writing away with Cooper contentedly gnawing on a bone. That vision ended up with Lexi harassing

LAURIE WEIR Weir View poor little Cooper, nonstop.

Cooper is a year older than my energetic dog, who just turned a year old in December, and they get along well.

I thought it would be fun to bring her along with me.

Fun. (Did you hear my eyes roll?)

Holy guacamole. Talk about a terrible twosome. When they were not outside running around like a pair of hooligans, they were inside yapping at, and rolling over, each other.

Between Mom, my sister-in-law’s parents and one of her brothers, and sweet baby, you would think we would be able to look after one little dog quite easily. It was a good thing I had all these folks for backup!

With Lexi at home with sweet baby

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the first Sunday night, Cooper and I were at the lake. The weather had been cold and the hairpin curvy, mountainous road to the house was an icy mess.

It’s a private drive, so it’s only plowed at best. There is no “maintenance” on this single-lane cow path.

It took me three shots to get up the first hill heading out to work. No, my Jeep is not four-wheel drive, and no, I don’t have snow tires. And yes, I ended up swamping the beast - backwards, into a slight rock cut. OK, so it was a small boulder, but still ...

I notified the chief as to why I would be working from home.

I called CAA, and the tow truck driver got stuck on the hill trying to turn around, and he had to strap his truck to a tree to winch himself out.

You know it’s going to be a bad week when your Monday starts with a tow truck.

Two of my men helpers came over

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Connected to Your Community - P8 - Thursday, January 26, 2017

Winter can bring about some creative endeavors.

Whether it's building a backyard rink or fort, kids will have lasting memories from playing outside in subzero temperatures.

But what about a luge track?

While out for lunch just after New Year's Day, a friend told me about her neighbour who has created this epic luge-style track that runs from their backyard to the front yard. The luge course starts at the top of a play structure, goes down a hill, curves around the side of the house and makes a final corner on the front lawn. It got to become so fast for the kids that the parents decided it best they wear helmets.

It sounded like a nice story.

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later that day and spread some ashes, salt and sand. Mom brought milk for my coffee. I was set. My sister-in-law’s dad took Cooper for the day and he had fun with Harley, his yellow lab. I was quite happy to plug away at my work projects without any interruptions.

The rest of the week was a bit of a blur. Mom had Cooper for a couple of days because of the freezing rain and I didn’t want to attempt to get back to the lake.

Thursday, Lexi decided she wanted to come with me.

(Yes, she does speak to me, and she said she wanted to hang out with Cooper.)

Lord, help me.

I am reminded on this day as to why we don’t have a second dog. Lexi is a nutbar, and she won’t settle down until evening when it’s time for bed.

The fun part of the week was spotting a huge bird just beyond the deck. I grabbed my camera and trekked through the doors for a better look.

Cooper was outside running around, barking at this giant winged creature, and Lexi was begging to follow me through the house.

With the yodelling canines in action, it didn’t take long for this pterodactyl-like bird to fly from his roost in the big pine tree. I shot some not-so-stellar photos and posted them to my social media page to see if any of my friends knew what it was. It didn’t have a white head, so I didn’t think it was an eagle. I had seen this bird the day before, flying over the bay in the distance. I was convinced it was an eagle, but I couldn’t see his head, so I wasn’t really sure.

A few of my friends chimed in on social media, and I do believe we got to the bottom of the mystery - it was a juvenile eagle; he just hadn’t grown his white feathers yet.

Fast-forward to Saturday.

Mom came for a visit and then we decided to do some housecleaning before the kids returned home. Then I heard through my sister-in-law’s family that she had left her cellphone in a cab - in St. Lucia! And I thought I was having a challenging week. At least I had my phone, albeit buzzing non-stop.

Sunday was our last day at the lake. I was hoping for another eagle sighting.

Then I saw him - larger than life. The eagle (papa bird this time) came flying into the bay and perched on a towering pine tree not far from the house.

I was stealthlike (ha, who am I kidding?) in my approach, as I traipsed down the three layers of deck steps to the water’s edge. There he was, not 50 feet from me, his back turned.

“Hey, turn around so I can see you,” I said to the bird.

He turned, and gave me the eagle eye.

I was stunned by his beauty and being that close to him.

I quickly grabbed my shots and away he flew, into the next bunch of towering pines.

I hope I can be so lucky and find an owl in my next travelling adventurers.

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But, then I witnessed it for myself when I dropped my friend off following our lunch date. She wasn't kidding. Kids were lined up with sled in hand, waiting for their next turn. It was fascinating to watch, and I stared in awe watching a few runs. Full credit goes out to the dad who spent the time crafting this amazing creation as those kids will always look back at this time fondly for the winter memories that come with it.

Getting out this winter Remember that time it started snowing in November? Well, that cold weather and precipitation can have an effect on our happiness levels. Experts deem the third Monday in January as the most depressing day of the year.

So, to help get out of that slump, try booking some events that'll get you through these next two chilly months.

For instance, the Town of Perth is set to host its third annual Fire and Ice event on Feb. 18 at Crystal Palace.

They'll have fireworks, live music, an ice bar, outdoor bonfire and more to keep you entertained. We've already got the babysitter booked, and it'll be a fresh way to enjoy the outdoors. You can learn more at perth.ca or call 613-

267-1947.

TayCare Children's Centres will host its annual Valentine's Day Dance on Feb. 11 at the Perth Civitan Club from 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. It's a fundraiser for the centre, and they'll have dancing and a silent auction, too. For ticket information, you can call 613264-0953.

The Studio Theatre is set to open its show, Scotland Road, on Feb. 2, and runs until Feb. 12. You can get your ticket information at studiotheatreperth.com.

See? There you go. You've got a few February events to get you through until March. Then, of course, there's St. Patrick's Day, which makes us all feel a bit more festive this time of year.

Perthite produces and release music video Perth native Elijah Woods recently produced and released a music video titled, Wouldn't Be Enough. Performed by Jamie Fine, the song itself is terrific and the video is really, really good. You'll see local features, including Top Shelf products and you'll know where the house is when you see it. It looks like Elijah is ramping up his career, and his studio is right here in Perth. They got a great response with the video launch, too. As of press time, they already had more than 40,000 video views. Simply Google the song title and Elijah Woods to find it online.

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Clarification In a letter to the editor last week from Glen Blair of Smiths Falls, who was appreciative of the fun and excitement that the Toronto Maple Leafs alumni brought to town on Jan. 15, he made reference to the minor hockey players who made an appearance on the ice with the Leafs.

The Perth Lanark minor hockey players who played against the Leafs alumni were from an independent, privately and locally owned recreational hockey and leadership program called ‘TeamPlayer Junior Blue Wings’ (teamplayer.ca).

They are affiliated with the Perth Blue Wings in that they are one of the programs sponsors, but are in no way affiliated with local minor hockey.

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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Drummond & North Street – Perth Organist: Ann Savage Minister: Rev. Dr. Sean Kim (D.Th.)

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Perth town council faces ‘fraudit’ questions from auditor in annual review

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If Britain can have Brexit, Perth town council may be facing a 'fraudit.'

Many members of council had a lot of questions for town treasurer Lang Britchford at the Tuesday, Jan. 17, committee of the whole meeting regarding questions that were being put to them by chartered accountant Howard Allen.

During a debate over a motion to allow Mayor John Fenik to sign a 2017 audit engagement letter with Allen's firm (Allen and Partners chartered accountants), Fenik raised a red flag over the question, "Are you aware of any instances of actual, suspected, or alleged fraud affecting the municipality?" contained within a questionnaire from the auditors.

The questionnaire states that there needed to be a "required discussion," about "knowledge of actual, suspected, or alleged fraud (including misappropriation of assets, or manipulation of consolidated financial statements affecting the entity)." Allen has already weighed in on this, writing that his reply to this question was that "Currently, we are not aware of any fraud."

"I'm not sure that we are the ones to ask that," said Fenik. "We are paying him the big bucks," said Fenik, at about $23,000 a year.

However, Britchford told the mayor that these letters are "very standard. We do them every year. They are very administrative in nature."

In the past, Britchford admitted that he would simply bring the letter to the mayor's office to have it signed, but now he has taken the added step of bringing the letter to be signed by the mayor and town clerk - necessitating a

more transparent vote. Britchford stressed that the question did not imply "that they have any suspicions in this."

Britchford added that every year, accountants may choose to focus on a particular area of oversight, in tandem with their overall oversight, and "this year, there (focus) is risk exposure to fraud ... They are trying to take some additional steps."

In his report to council, Britchford wrote that the audit contained a questionnaire in which "there are specific audit questions which all council members are to respond to. Staff recommend that all council (members) provide responses to the specific questions being asked."

Britchford warned that council members should "return their completed responses before the end of January to avoid delays in the audit."

"They will base their audit on the responses," said Britchford later at council.

"I think it is fair to list the checks and balances every year," said Fenik. "I think that the transparency is there."

When it came to transparency, Britchford said that "I can hold my head very high," and added that "I'm not anticipating this to be much of an event."

However, Coun. Judy Brown had concerns about the question.

"As councillors, we do do due diligence," she said. "(But) it's expecting too much of us to be on the lookout for small areas where there may be fraud."

She also wondered if councillors were expected to answer as individuals instead of as politicians, because answering as a politician, she feared, would suggest a "knowledge and

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oversight that we don't really have," Brown said.

"The buck really stops with me and council," said Fenik. "It's like the water treatment plant," he said, in that councillors may not be in charge of the day-to-day operations of the plant, but they do have a responsibility to make sure that it is run properly, even though they may not be water experts.

"So, absolutely, I feel we have a responsibility," he said. "It bothers me to have to answer these questions because we are paying our auditor so much."

But Fenik did concede that if these questions do uncover something, "so much the better".

Again, Britchford reassured council that "this is standard audit practice ... your answers can be extremely brief, unless you know of something, then, by all means (report it)," he said, even if it is "alleged." He added that the risk of "fraud is

extremely low," in Perth.

Brown referred council to the second question in the form, which asks "Are there any new processes or changes in existing processes relating to fraud that we should be aware of ?"

"I don't know how to answer this, and I don't know where I would find it," said Brown.

"I would say (reply) that 'I am not aware,'" advised Britchford.

"They are looking for comments and feedback."

Fenik told council that, in the course of a day, in his office, "I am signing cheques for hundreds of thousands of dollars," he said. In fact, he said he has called up Britchford or other town hall managers to query the prices for certain prices being paid.

After the debate, the motion to allow the mayor to sign the letter was passed.

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The Perth Blue Wings earned a pair of wins over the weekend with a 4-1 decision over Athens Saturday on the road and a 9-1 win over the Ottawa Jr. Canadians Friday at home.

Head coach Michael McLean said the team had a much better week of practice and games "now that the Leafs alumni weekend is behind us."

McLean said he thought they played hard both games, remained disciplined and "really focused on executing our relentless pressure 1-2-2 forecheck," he said. "This is how we need to play as a team to win: 50 shots, less than five penalties, and win 75 shifts every night."

The wins give the Blue Wings a bit of breathing room at the top of the Richardson Division of the CCHL2 league with a win-loss record of 31-5 in 37 games for 63 points. The Arnprior Packers are three back with 29 wins and 10 losses in 41 games.

In the Martin Division, the Ottawa West Golden Knights are leading the pack with 62 points on 30 wins and five losses. Casselman is three back with a 28-8 record for 59 points.

Perth 4 Athens 1 The Blue Wings and the Aeros skated through a scoreless, penalty-free first period before Perth opened up in the second with two goals from Andrew McIntyre and Jake McArthur.

Adam Morton assisted on the opening goal at 5:39 with Park-

er Grant and Ryan Shaw helping out on the second marker at 10:26.

Anthony Scattolon replied for Athens on the power play with assistance from Connor Burns and Dylan Stacey at 17:28.

In the third, things got a little heated after a power-play goal by Perth's Alex Vala, assisted by Austin McKinty and Morton at 16:21.

Just three minutes later, a slew of penalties ensued with game misconducts issued to both sides after a check from behind by Athens' Dylan Stacey started the frenzy.

"The Athens game was an especially big challenge for our players," McLean noted. "The Aeros had the longest home-

Johnathan Peacock earned the win in nets for the Blue Wings in Athens Saturday. The team is just seven wins away from a new team record.

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winning streak going when we played them Saturday night. We won the specialty teams' battle with two powerplay goals in three attempts."

This feat gives the Blue Wings' power play number one status in the league with a success rate of 26 per cent, the coach noted.

"We need to continue to execute on the power play and our penalty killing still needs plenty of work," he said.

Perth was issued 60 minutes on 10 infractions while Athens had 50 minutes on nine penalties.

Johnathan Peacock got the win in net with 30 saves. Bennett Oxborough took the loss with 31 saves.

Game stars were McIntyre for Perth (first); Scattolon Athens (second); and Parker Grant for Perth (third).

Perth 9 Ottawa 1 The Ottawa Jr. Canadians were in town on Friday, Jan. 20 where they were handed a 9-1 loss in front of 250 fans.

The Blue Wings held 2-0 and 4-1 leads at the breaks with five unanswered goals scored in the third for the win.

Gabriel Laurin and Morton (power play) scored in the first, with assists from Dallas Farr, Karson McArthur, McCartney and Vala.

In the second, Ottawa opened the period with a goal at 6:50, but were quickly shut down by Laurin's second of three, assisted by McIntyre and Farr.

McArthur gave the Blue Wings their fourth of the game with assistance from Nicholas Vala and Ryan Shaw.

In the final period, Perth put it away with five goals, including two power play shots. Scoring were McIntyre, Austin McKinty, McArthur,

Alex Vala and Laurin with his completed hat trick. Assists came from Parker Grant, Mark Vanderzyde, Laurin, Farr, Church, McKinty, Morton and McArthur.

Perth outshot Ottawa 67-21 with Cameron Scott earning the win in net.

Game stars included Laurin and McArthur, first and second stars for Perth, and Jean-Sylvain Boyer for Ottawa as the game's third star.

Coming up This weekend, the Blue Wings have a tough challenge against the Metcalfe Jets on Friday night, and on Saturday, they're in Westport.

"This weekend is another tough one," McLean said. "Both Metcalfe and Westport are high quality teams.

Both have outstanding goaltending and excellent work ethic."

The coach said the team needs to continue to focus on their own game and not worry about what the other team is doing or what the referees are calling.

"Our goaltending will need to be outstanding for us to win these two upcoming games."

Of notegoal Saturday night was the team's 31st win this season against five losses and one loss in overtime. The Blue Wings won 38 regular season games last year against four losses. That gives the team 69 wins and nine losses over the last two seasons.

"Pretty incredible results from our players," McLean said. "Our goal needs to be to chase down the all-time most wins set by last year's team (38) and beat that number. It is still possible because we play four more games this season over last year's schedule."

That means the Blue Wings are seven wins away from that record before the end of the season. They have 11 games left in the regular season to break their own record.

Andison is athlete of the week

University of Denver’s Bailey Andison was named Summit League Women’s Swimmer of the Week for her performances during the week of Jan. 9 to 15. Andison, who hails from Smiths Falls and is a former Perth Stingray, was named the swimmer of the week for the second time in her career and this season. She finished first in the 200 IM (2:03.96) and 400 IM (4:25.17); swam a season best in the 100 breast with a time of 1:03.71 and finished fifth in the 100 and 200 breast.

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Spartans bested by Carleton Place in last regular season volleyball game The Saint John Catholic High School Spartans senior girls volleyball team hosted the Carleton Place High School Bears team on Thursday, Jan. 19. It was worth the trip for the Bears, since they won three sets out of four over St. John, which won the second set.

At left, Spartans player Kasha Lehovich, left, jokingly pretends to strangle team mate Annie Stranberg after a play.

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Don Frizell of Perth, Murray Stonebridge of Carp (skiing in a kilt), and Lisa Meyer of XC Chelsea Masters competing in the 2015 Tay Valley Cross Country Ski Club Loppet at Murphy’s Point Provincial Park. This year’s loppet takes place on Sunday, Feb. 12.

The Perth Curling Club hosted its Interservice Bonspiel sponsored by Carolina Retirement Suites Jan. 13 and 14. The winners of the event were the Barker Willson Team. Pictured from left: Barry Boyce, club president, Derek Dixon (skip), Patrick Graham (third).

Each team is made up of at least two non-curlers with the hope of encouraging people to take up the game.

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Tay Valley Cross Country Ski Club Loppet on Feb. 12 The 2017 Tay Valley Loppet is set for Sunday, Feb. 12 at Murphys Point Provincial Park.

In case of inclement weather, the event will be held Feb. 26.

There will be 10 and 20km classic races in multiple age categories, and freestyle "Cookie" races at distances of 2.5km for age 12 and under, and 5km for all ages. Competitive racers will be pleased to know that the 20 km race is part of the Ontario Masters Loppet Points Series. Start time is 11 a.m. for the 10 and 20km races and 10 a.m. for the 2.5 and 5km events.

All racers will be eligible for draw prizes. There will be Medals for first, second, third age group winners of the Classic Loppet and special medals for overall first, second and third 20 km winners. Cookie "Medals" and ribbons will be presented to all Cookie Race participants.

In support of Perth's world recordsetting kilt run (coming up on June 24 this year), Walkers Shortbread will be

awarded to all skiers in kilts.

The Ski Meister medal will go to the male and female with the fastest combined time in both the 5km freestyle and 10km classic races.

Registration until Saturday Feb. 4 is $30 for over 19, $20 for 19 and under, and the Cookie Race (19 and under) is $10. After Feb. 4 and until registration closes at noon on Friday Feb. 10, rates go up by $10, (Cookie Race by $5). There are no race day registrations. Fee includes a yummy soup and sandwich lunch. Registration forms and waivers are available at the club website: http://tayvalleyskiclub.wordpress.com/ The Tay Valley Cross Country Ski Club in partnership with Murphys Point Provincial Park grooms 20kms of trails throughout the park consisting of 15km track set for classic skiing and 7km for skate skiing. There are also 10km of back country trails available when snow conditions allow.

Improvements this season include

improved signage, more skate skiing trails and the addition of a snowshoe trail. Grooming has been moved up a notch with the acquisition of tracks for the Park's ATV which will enhance the capabilities of the Olympic-grade Ginzugroomer.

Those interested in improving their skiing skills can get involved in Sunday afternoon activities and programs for children, youth and adults. Contact Drew Lampman at tvsc_president@outlook.com for information about child and youth programs.

Adult classic ski technique clinics will be offered on Sunday, Jan. 22 and Sunday, Feb. 19 beginning at 12 p.m.

Contact Nancy Gaudreau ndgaud@ gmail.com for these clinics.

Club Membership is Family $75, Individuals $50 and Students $25 giving members complete access through the ski season to our network of trails.

Further information on all club activities is available at www.tayvalleyskiclub.wordpress.com

www.twp.beckwith.on.ca Meetings: Council Meeting

Tuesday February 7th, 2017

The Beckwith Youth Committee is Hosting a: MAD SCIENCE WORKSHOP OPTICAL ILLUSION Sunday, February 12th, 2017 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Beckwith Council Chambers – 1702 9th Line Beckwith $10.00 per Person – Must Pre-register Only 25 spots available on a first come first serve basis.

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION Optical Illusions: Work against your eyes! Trick your brain with lines and coils. Discover how mirrors and their reflections can play tricks on what you see. Try to touch a mirage.

Register at the Beckwith Township Office. Forms can be found on the Township website under Recreation – Youth Committee

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Ages: 4 ~ 13 years $25.00 per day: $125.00 per week (Additional Charges for Trips) Cash, Cheque or Debit

To register or for further information please contact the Beckwith Recreation Department at the Township Office 613-257-1539 or cmcgregor@twp.beckwith.on.ca.

Registration forms can be found on the Township website www.twp.beckwith.on.ca under “Recreation” ~ “Day/Sports Camps”.

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Council/Committee of the Whole February 7, 2017 at 5:00 p.m.

Council/Committee of the Whole February 21, 2017 at 5:00 p.m.

Thank you to all of our 200th Anniversary Sponsors McCullough’s Landing Resort Glenview Iron & Metal Ema Lee Fashions Egg Farmers of Ontario Government of Canada Parlamat Rosecamp Farms Ron & Diana Coutts – Coutts Country Flavours

…and all those who contributed to the Joint Committee in support of the 200th Anniversary across all four municipalities.

Municipal Office and Landfill Site closed on February 20 for Family Day There will be NO CHANGES to curbside collection Highway Traffic Act & Snow Removal It is an offence under the Highway Traffic Act to deposit snow or ice on a public roadway. Offending property owners will be charged by the Township.

Changes to 2012 Ontario Building Code Changes will come into effect Jan 1, 2017. Changes will affect the energy efficiency design of your new building.

Contact the Building Department for more Information.

Development Charges effective Jan 1, 2017 Township development charge increases to $2875.00 County development charge increases to $700.00 Civil Marriage Officiants and Licenses Are currently available at the Municipal Office.

All inquiries/bookings please call ext 220 or ext 251 DOG TAGS - $5.00 Discount until Feb 28, 2017 Regular Prices in effect March 1, 2017 Reg Prices: $20 without a microchip, $10 with microchip

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The Perth and District Collegiate Institute Grade 7/8 boys volleyball team won the Upper Canada Region No. 1 tournament in Almonte on Monday Jan. 16. The team defeated Almonte in straight sets in the final. This qualifies Perth to travel to the Upper Canada Championships on Jan. 27. Pictured are (from the left) Ben Capell, Sam Kennie, Cole Uniacke, Alexi Mavraraganis, Ewan Jordan, Rudy Boyce, Jack Borque, Donavin Deacon, Matt Czubak, Nathan Duncan, and Noah Frazer, and in the back is coach Ed Mitchell.

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Regional Round-Up Almonte Friendship Luncheon, noon on February 7th, in the United Church social hall. Enjoy soup, sandwiches and home made dessert. Sponsored by churches in Almonte. Info: Donna 2561894 or Louise 256-7830.

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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. Admissions or event costs, will not be included. Deadline is Monday at 4:30 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 613283-5909 or e-mail: jmichaelis@theemc.ca OR cheryl.code@metroland.com. Items will be edited as necessary. Please include name, address and phone number.

sor: The “Town & Country Tenants Assoc., 375 Country St., light lunch. Contact Norma at 613256-4179.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Lunch out, Tuesday, January 31. Call Home Support 613-2564700 to reserve.

Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Parkinson’s Support Group. Monday, January 30, 2 p.m. at the Mills’ office, 67 Industrial Drive. Call Seniors Ser-

vices 613-256-4700 to register. Meetings take place the last Monday of the month.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infants 0-12mnths, Almonte Library. Mondays Jan 23, 30, 2-3pm. 613283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Mondays, Jan 23, 30, Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.-12p.m.

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Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, Jan 25. Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.-noon.

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Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tues50+ Fitness. Classes Tuesday & Thursdays days, Jan 24, 31. Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.-noon. 10 am; registration being held at 9:15 am. Canoe 613-283-0095 Club. Enquiries: 256-8339.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, Jan 25. Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.See REGIONAL page 32 noon. 613-283-0095

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

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, the planets are giving you the cosmic go-ahead to put certain plans in motion. Don’t procrastinate because time is of the essence. It’s time to get moving.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 No one has better solutions to your problems than you do, Taurus. To appeal to the masses, you may need to change how you present your opinions just a bit.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you might be overly focused on the smallest of details, but it’s more important at this juncture in time to look at the bigger picture. Figure out how to do that.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you may end up delving into things this week that are better left alone. There is no point in drumming up trouble unless you have to. Sit back and watch things unfold.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Don’t set yourself up for frustration, Leo. Avoid people who like to push all Here’s How It Works: of your buttons. You deserve a relaxing, calm week, and this may be your chance.

Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric Virgo, although you didn’t think things could get busier in your life, you clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! are about to see just how busy things can be. If you need a breather, take it now.

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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, more enjoyable things are on the horizon and you may find yourself distracted by so many interesting and entertaining events. Start filling your calendar.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, as challenging as life can sometimes be, you need to take chances and push yourself further. This might be a week for some risktaking.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 It usually takes a lot to raise your ire, Sagittarius. Continue maintaining this calm approach, carefully considering each situation before reacting.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, it is not easy to just ignore something, especially when it is constantly being flaunted. Take the high road in this instance or you may get pulled under.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, take a few moments to focus on your future instead of just those things that need to be addressed in the present. Open your mind to honest long-term goals.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, arguments can be stressful, so try to stay out of them unless they directly affect you. Show others you are the bigger person.

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65th Wedding Anniversary John & Priscilla Beddoes January 26, 2017 With all best wishes and love from your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren!

2x31 BILL BLIGDON 80TH BIRTHDAY BASH Come Celebrate with us at the Smiths Falls Legion February 11th 3p.m. – 10 p.m.

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Great music, good company, light refreshments and snacks Check out facebook on event and RSVP. Drop in is ok too.

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Rene and I would like to thank everyone from the bottom of our hearts for coming to our wonderful “Surprise” 40th Wedding Anniversary on Saturday evening. Each and everyone of you that was able to make it means the world to us and everyone who was not able to make it, thank you for thinking of us. Thank you to our daughters Tanya (and Lucas) and Sarah for all your hard work and contriving and especially to my dear mother-in-law, Lillian, who was the master mind behind everything. And everyone should thank themselves especially. From the donations that were made that night, and from the card gifts that were given directly to Rene and I, there was over $1,000.00 collected and given directly that night to our Lanark warrior — Tyra, who is a shining example of courage.

Also, thank you to the aunts who, as always. are so willing to help and provided the wonderful luncheon. And last, but not least, thank you Bill Neilson at Timber Run, for having such an amazing place and also for having such an amazing golf course, which I will get to enjoy even more this summer, thanks to your generosity. Again, thank you to everyone.

Cathy and Rene Sweeney

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We would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to Stuart Blair for his guidance and compassion. To Pat Deacon, Gerald McEwen and Joan Adams for being there for us. Sincere thanks for the phone calls, lovely flowers, cards and food sent to our home.

A heartfelt thanks to Rev. Grace Vaters for her lovely service towards easing our sorrow.

For the touching eulogies given by Gordon Patterson, Matthew Cummings and grandson David Hall, leaving us treasured memories.

Special thanks to the acting pallbearers and honorary pallbearers, Carl would have been so pleased. To everyone who donated to the South Sherbrooke Fire Dept and the Maberly Agricultural Society we thank you for your generosity. To the Maberly Agricultural Society for the lovely luncheon after the funeral, your hard work and kindness means so much. Special thanks to Perth Community Care and Lanark Lodge for the care given to Carl while he was there. All your kindness is a legacy left by Carl in the Community. With gratitude and God’s Blessing.

Doris Ferguson and family

The family of Irene Slack wish to say thank you to our family and friends for the love and support during the loss of our Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Thank you to all who came to the cemetery service from near and far to attend, it was very heartwarming to see all who came and braved the cold. We would like to thank those for their donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society and the Carleton Place and District Hospital Memorial Foundation we truly appreciate your generosity and thoughtfulness. A special thank you to Rev. Grace Vaters for conducting a lovely service at St. John’s Anglican Cemetery, Merivale and the ladies of the Merivale United Church who served a lovely luncheon following the service. We thank you again, to each and everyone of you, for your love, support, and prayers during this difficult time.

Regards, Susan (Lloyd), Peter (Sheena) Christine (Terry) and their families

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The families of the late Susan Carson (Brankin) would like to thank everyone for the outpouring of support, love & kindness during Susan’s short illness & passing. We were overwhelmed with the compassion shown in the way of phone calls, cards, donations, flowers, food, and friendship to all of our families. Also to Blair & Sons staff, Father McNally, RBC colleagues, Perth Legion Ladies Auxiliary & the community.

Please accept this as our sincere Thanks.

Carson & Brankin families, John, Jason & Tammy, Lucas & Hannah

Tanya (Irma Tanja Budau) Silvera

Tanya passed away suddenly in hospital Perth on January 20th, 2017 at the age of 80 years. She is survived by her daughter and son Tamara and Curtis and her former husband Robert. Tanya was the sister of Traudy, Frieda, Heinz, Bill, Joe, and Kurt. She was predeceased by her parents Emelina and Waldemar Budau, sisters Ida and Vera and brother Alfred.

Tanya will never be forgotten by those who knew and loved her. She was a lively individual, with a singular drive for independence and self reliance. Tanya arrived in this great country with very little, yet overcame difficult obstacles that present themselves to someone who didn’t even speak the language of the land. She took pride in never asking nor receiving a handout from others, always earning and paying her own way.

She raised two children. Her daughter of birth, and a son through adoption.

Although family life was quite challenging at times, Tanya successfully gave them the tools they needed to lead a fulfilling and prosperous life to date. She taught through word and deed. Her marriage of 25+ years ended in British Columbia, and she set out on her own on an ambitious drive across Canada to once again settle near the town of Merrickville. She called Perth her new home, where she found a certain contentment and the opportunity to reinvent herself as an independent single woman. She worked hard at whatever she did, be that her job as a cashier, or landscaping and decorating her home in Rideau Ferry. She always valued the arts, with an affinity towards classical music and opera. If you knew Tanya, you would know that she never hesitated to speak her mind, even at the risk of scorn from others. An intelligent and proud woman, Tanya left an impression on all whose paths she crossed.

She was a one of a kind original, and her presence will be sorely missed by many. A special gratitude is extended to the very professional and kind souls at the Intensive Care Unit of the Great War Memorial Hospital of Perth, who helped Tanya through a dignified and peaceful transition from her physical life. Any gratitude or donations should be directed to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Lorna Wayte

Passed away peacefully on January 18th 2017 two weeks following a fall, and a broken hip. Lorna was in her ninety seventh year. Originally, from the Toronto area, Lorna spent the last 10 very happy years in Perth. Lorna had no children but will be sadly missed by her Godson Kevin Biggs and his family as well as her cousin Ann Clifford and others in England. Lorna will also be missed by Marian Sheridan and family in Ajax.

Rest in peace Lorna Caron ronald gerard Born in Cornwall, Ontario, on January 4th, 1937, passed away at his home, with his family by his side, on January 14th, 2017.

He was the son of the late Léo Caron and Délia Racine. He is predeceased by his brother André, and sister-in-law Barbara.

He leaves his loving wife Thérèse (Terry), his two sons Pierre (Nicole), and Mike, two brothers-in-law Roger Bissonnette (Cécile), and Yvon Bissonnette (Rachel), three sisters-in-law Colombe Patenaude (late Florient), Sister Jeannine Bissonnette, Sister Denise Bissonnette. Predeceased by two brothers-in-law Richard Bissonnette (late Donalda), Laurent Bissonnette (Nicole), Sister Rachel Bissonnette, and one nephew Denis Patenaude. He leaves to mourn him many nephews, nieces, cousins, friends, especially his fiddling friends. He was a member of two fiddle groups ‘The Barrhaven Fiddleheads’, and ‘The Monday Night Fiddlers’. In recognition of many, many years of volunteering to refurbish the Old Almonte Town Hall Auditorium into a first-class theatre, he was honoured by having the auditorium named ‘The Ron Caron Auditorium’. He was also honoured with a gift of a puppet of himself commissioned by Noreen Young which he called ‘Little Ronnie’ and he would proudly take it to fiddle gigs all over. The gift of the puppet was from the artists’ community of Almonte. He was also volunteering at the MVTM, Puppets Up! and the Noreen Young Bursary. He was honoured by the Ontario Heritage Foundation for his volunteering in getting the Old Post Office clock mechanics to work again. He loved to play with his fiddle groups at retirement homes. People remember him as ‘the smiling man’. He will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. At Ron’s request, there will be no visitation. Funeral mass will be on Saturday February 4th, 2017, at 11:30 am at the Holy Name of Mary, Catholic Church, 134 Bridge St. Almonte. There will be a spring burial.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation, Mississippi Valley Textile Museum or Puppets Up! We wish to thank Dr Christiane Deschênes and the CCAC for their dedication, attentive care and continuous support.

Funeral Arrangements Entrusted Into The Care Of C. r. gaMBLE FUnEraL HoME & CHaPEL InC. (127 Church St., Almonte, ON., 613-256-3313) Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

C.R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc.

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Gwen (Ruth Gwendolyn) nee Stewart

Peacefully on Thursday, January 19, 2017, in her 88th year. Predeceased by her loving husband Johnston (Jack) Moffatt Hutchison, brother Fleming Stewart, and sister Lorna Covell. Beloved mom of Bob (Lynn Hillman), Laurie & Holly (Stephen Patrick). Devoted grandma to Elias Hillman-Hutchison, Joseph Patrick & Sarah Patrick (Devin Fan) and greatgrandchildren Napoleon, Ronin & Juliette Fan. Cremation has taken place and interment will be at Hillcrest Cemetery, Smiths Falls. A memorial gathering will be held in the spring. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada.

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Barbara formerly Regehr (nee hember) Barbara passed away peacefully Friday January 20, 2017 at Broadview Nursing Home in Smiths Falls in her 85th year. She will be sadly missed by her daughter Jane Wilkinson (Carl Lackey), sons Peter Regehr (Nancy) and Tom Regehr. Her step children Jim Nichol (Dara Lynn), Janice Levesque (Gerry) and Joanne (Dave Holmes). Her grandchildren Lorraine Gagnon (Spencer) Brian Wilkinson (Laura), step grandchildren Shawna (Jamie), Kyla (Tanner) and Jenna Nichol, Nicole and Ryan Levesque, Jamie (Deanna), Ashley (Jason) and Branden (Alanna) Holmes as well as her 7 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her beloved husband John (Jack) Nichol. They started a wonderful life together in Northern Manitoba and then returned to Parkhill Ontario, Jack’s hometown where Barb was warmly accepted as part his extended family. She was previously married to Ernie Regehr with whom she had her three children.

Predeceased by her brother Richard (Helen), she will also be sadly missed by her dear brother Jamie (Janice) Hember.

Barbara was known to all to be loving, kind and sparkly. We will miss the twinkle in her eye. Throughout her life Barbara loved music and taught music to children while she and Jack were living in Northern Manitoba. As well she loved books and enjoyed reading. She developed a great relationship with the Smith Falls Library, where the staff were very helpful choosing books that she would like and letting her know when her favorite authors came in. When she became less mobile they would meet her at the door and help her, later bringing books to Broadview.

A very special ‘thank you’ is extended to the staff at the Broadview Nursing Home for the exceptional care they provided to Barbara. As per Barbra’s request there will be no service, bio-cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Smiths Falls Public Library would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca.

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Anna Iva Francis

Peacefully at Hilltop Manor in Merrickville, on Friday, January 20, 2017 in her 88th year. Beloved wife of the late Charles Harvey Boyd.

Loving mother of David (Margaret Ann) and Debra (Chris) Pankow. Cherished grandmother of Darryl (Joanne), Kristen (Nick), Adam, Matthew and Lindsay. Great grandmother of Grace and Lucas. Dear sister of Alice Haskins and the late Evelyn Jakes, Elsie Brown, and Francis Maxwell.

Sister-in-law of Lennox Jakes and Betty Maxwell. Fondly remembered by extended family and friends. As per Anna’s wishes bio-cremation has taken place followed by interment in the spring. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Hilltop Manor or Victoria’s Quilts would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

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Keenan Charles Crawford Keenan

(Master Mariner) Peacefully at Kingston General Hospital on January 18, 2017, in his 86th year.

Among the many mourning his loss: his much loved wife of 47 years Lynn (Jonah); daughters Maggie and Lesley (Sassan) and son Charlie (Raquel); grandchildren Sean, James and Will Fleming, Lèva, Crawford and Xavier Keenan and Sascha Keenan-Zadeh. A celebration of Charlie’s life was held on Sunday, January 22, 2017 at noon, at the Blair and Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore Street West, Perth. Friends were received following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made in his name to The Table Community Food Centre (Perth), Ottawa Valley Wild Bird Care Centre or a charity of your choosing.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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GARNEAU, MyRtlE (nee Draper)

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

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

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

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Unexpectedly but peacefully at The Grove Nursing Home, Arnprior on Monday evening, January 16th, 2017. Colette Marica Wallace; formerly of Renfrew passed away following a lengthy illness.

She was 84. Beloved wife of the late James Wallace and by first marriage of the late Harold Gauthier. Dearly loved mother of Eva Laporte (Steven); Heather Jones (Lenard); Shirley Proulx (Brian); Joseph Gauthier (Shelly); Jean Carew; Louise Baldwin (late Stan); Alice Gauthier; Perry Gauthier (Donna Vincent); Tom Gauthier (Sherry) and Garry Gauthier (Tracy).

Predeceased by 2 infant children: Louis and Helen. Cherished and lovingly remembered by 23 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren and 2 great-greatgrandchildren. Dear sister of Maurice Paquette (Valerie); Evans Paquette; J.L. “Jim” Paquette (Cheryl) and Jean Connors (Dennis). Predeceased by sisters: Maureen Coules (late Jack) and Doreen Charter (Gary). Daughter of the late Maurice Paquette and the late Eva Labine. A celebration of Colette’s life will take place at a later date. Spring interment St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Renfrew. In memory of Colette, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer 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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Norrish Ronald James Norrish

March 5th, 1939 ~ January 20th, 2017

Ronald passed away in the Queensway Carleton Hospital, Ottawa on Friday, January 20th, 2017.

He was the beloved husband for 54 years of Elizabeth “Betty” (Roseman) Norrish and dear father of Michael (Jill), Catherine, Ron (Marco) and David Norrish and cherished grandfather of James, Adam, Victoria, Shayne and Alexia. Ron was predeceased by his brothers Mel, Jim and John Norrish. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Friends and family are invited to gather at a funeral mass to be celebrated at St. James Major Catholic Church, Sharbot Lake on Saturday February 4th, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. followed by a reception in the Parish Hall. Interment St. James Parish Cemetery. In remembrance of Ronald, contributions to the Lanark Animal Welfare Society or a fund of your choice would be appreciated.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

VilleneuVe Chris Passed away peacefully surrounded by his devoted family and friends on January 17, 2017 in Almonte General Hospital.

Chris Of Almonte, On., at the age of 65.

Loving Dad to Lisa (James) and Leslie (Keithon), also remembered by their Mom Diane. Proud Poppa to Evan and Ella.

Little brother to Dennis (Martina) and Robin (Susan). Uncle to Carl and Daryl and families. Cherished friend to Doug, Deborah, Erin, the late Sean Coady and Cathy Wilson. Predeceased by his parents George and Ena. Family and Friends Visited C. R. GAMBle FuneRAl HOMe & CHAPel inC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 On Sunday, January 22, 2017 from 3pm to 5pm, also on Monday, January 23, 2017 from 10am to 11:30am. Funeral Mass followed Monday visitation at 12noon in Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church (134 Bridge St., Almonte, ON.) Reception followed at the Almonte Civitan Club.

Spring Interment St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Donations in memory of Chris may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation or the Heart & Stroke Foundation. A special thank-you to the staff in the Rosamond Wing of the Almonte General Hospital for their exceptional loving care and support. Chris has made his final pitstop, his long haul is over.

Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

C.R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc.

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Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Alexandre J. Kean (Grampy)

Thursday, January 19th, 2017 at his residence with loving family at his side.

Loving husband of May Kean for 41 years. Just-like-a-Dad to Steve Kean (wife Joeanne) and Lana Clapham (husband Steve). Proud grandfather to three grandsons, Joshua, Matt and Shane. Son of the late Marguerite and Dominic Kean both predeceased. Brother of Cal (wife Helen), Noel (Slim), Joe, Archie, David (wife Ella), Frank, Mary and Veronica all predeceased. Loving brother-in-law to Shirley Jaroli (husband Louis), Bev Watts (husband Gerry), Geraldine Duchesne (husband Pat Tremaine), Kevin Mason (wife Alice) and uncle to all of the nieces and nephews in Al’s special extended family. Family was his pride and joy, especially Grampy’s Swim Team. A man of many passions, Al’s life was full.

Planning and building his dream camps, travelling with May in their RV from coast to coast to coast. Wheeling and dealing antiques and collectibles at auctions and yard sales. But, always at the top of his list was FAMILY-the centre of his universe. Resting at the LOUGHEED FUNERAL HOME 252 Regent Street at Hazel Street, Sudbury. (Friends may call 2-5 P.M. Sunday only with parish prayers at 3:00 P.M. Sunday) Funeral Mass at Christ the King Church, 30 Beech Street, Sudbury Monday, January 23rd, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. Cremation with interment in the Civic Memorial Cemetery. Donations to the Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Ontario or the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital would be appreciated.

IN MEMORIAM

SONNENBURG, Irwin In loving memory of a dear Dad who passed away January 27, 1973.

The memories of you never fade, As we always remember the love you gave.

Love Janice, Randy, Sandt

Rosella ‘Ella’ (Larocque) Craig

Peacefully in hospital in Perth on Thursday, January 19th, 2017 Ella passed away at the age of 95 years.

Predeceased in 1986 by her husband Charles Craig. Dearly loved mother of Muriel Craig, Ruth (Jack) Greer, George (Mae) Craig, Janice (Donnie) Hogan and Brenda (Grant) Echlin.

Predeceased by her parents John and Sarah (Sweeney) Larocque and her sons Glenn and Brian Craig. She was the sister of the late Mary Schram, Annie Cardinal, Vince and Leonard Larocque.

Ella will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her grandchildren, great grandchildren and her great great grandchild, her many friends and all her family. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Friday, January 20th, 2017 from 2:00 to 5:00 P.M. Funeral Service was held in St. Andrew’s United Church, Lanark on Saturday at 10:00 A.M. Interment, Hopetown Cemetery followed by a reception in St. Andrew’s Hall. In remembrance, contributions to St. Andrew’s United Church or Hopetown Cemetery would be appreciated.

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Eden, Edwin Unexpectedly, but peacefully at the Ottawa Civic Hospital, on Monday January 16, 2017 at the age of 47.

Loving husband of Diana for 21 years. Dear father of William, Alexander and Laura “Rosie”.

Cherished brother of Annette Roach, Suzanne, Claudette and Anthony Eden. Survived by his parents Vernon and Paulette Eden, and his father-in-law Reg Leblanc. Predeceased by his mother-in-law Judith Leblanc. Edwin will be profoundly missed by his nieces, nephews and many close friends especially Kitty, Blossom and Squishy.

Friends supported the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Friday January 20, 2017 from 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial was Saturday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church at 1:00 p.m. Interment in the spring.

For those who wish a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society or Autism Ontario Upper Canada Chapter, would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

Peters Theresa J. (nee Hermer) Peters

Theresa passed away peacefully in hospital, Perth on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at the age of 71.

Beloved wife of the late Robert Peters.

Much loved and respected mother of Brett (Debbie) Peters, Robert (Lorraine) Peters and Denise Peters (Jason Throop). Sadly missed by her grandchildren Jamie (Ashley Bisson), Andrew (Sarah Kirkham), Terri Peters, Josh (Meghan Garvey), Kayla Peters and great-granddaughter Lillian Peters.

Dear sister of Jim (Rose) Hermer, Bob (Ruth) Hermer and Ernie (Fran) Hermer.

Predeceased by her parents Howard and Jennie Hermer and sisters Myrtle (Jack) Hall, Yvonne (Roland) Francis and Grace O’Connor (survived by brother-inlaw John O’Connor of Kingston). Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John’s Church, 38 Wilson St. E., Perth on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. Inurnment to follow at St. John’s Cemetery. A sharing of memories to celebrate Theresa’s life will follow after 2:30 p.m. at the Blair & Son Funeral Home Reception Centre, 15 Gore St. W., Perth.

In memory of Theresa, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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SCOLLAN Billy January 23, 1987 and Lois January 31, 2001 Everyday in some small way, Memories of you come our way.

Though absent you are always near, Still missed, loved and always dear.

The Scollan Family

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Dorman Doris E. (nee Maley) Dorman

Doris passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her grandchildren at the Broadview Nursing Centre, Smiths Falls on Friday, January 20, 2017 at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late Ernest Dorman. Loved mother of the late Bonnie Dorman, the late Beverley Buchanan and loved mother-inlaw of Timothy Buchanan. Sadly missed by her grandchildren John Buchanan, Alanna Buchanan (Steve McGlade) and Brett Buchanan. Cherished sister of Laura Jewett and Jim (Irene) Maley. Predeceased by her parents James and Martha Maley and sisters and brothers Margaret Kelly, Lois Jean, Mitchell, Kenneth and Harris Maley.

Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, cousins extended family and friends. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls on Friday, January 27, 2017 from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Interment, Hillcrest Cemetery. In memory of Doris, donations to the Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation (Palliative Care) would be appreciated.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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COWELL, Roy February 25, 1923 - January 23, 2015 In memory of our loving Roy, Two years have passed His smiling way and pleasant face Are a pleasure to recall He had a kindly word for each And he died beloved by all.

All our love We miss you dearly Doreen and Family

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Hoppins Lynn Hoppins

Passed away suddenly at the Smiths Falls Hospital on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at the age of 70.

Beloved wife of the late Jim Hoppins. Loving and devoted mother of Sherry (David) Patridge. Cherished grandmother of Robyn (Mitchell Foster) and Thomas Patridge. She is survived by her brother Keith (Kim) Berry and is predeceased by her sister Judy Hendy.

She will be fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. As per Lynn’s wishes, there will be a private family gathering at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls with cremation to follow. If desired, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to CHEO. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

Hobbs, Margaret E. Carp Farmer’s Market Baker

Peacefully, at home with family by her side, on Thursday January 19, 2017 at the age of 83.

Finally reunited with her husband Keith. Loving mother of Richard (Chris), Henry (Wendy) and Patsy (Murray Lowry). Proud grandmother of Lisa (Enio), Jason, Brandon (Amy), Sidni, Austin (Katie), Henry (Ali), Stephanie (Matt), Benjamin, and Keith (Melissa) and 9 greatgrandchildren, and two more on the way.

Margaret will be missed by her many neighbours, friends and extended family. Friends visited the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Saturday January 21, 2017 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service was Sunday in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Interment at Christ Church Anglican Cemetery, Ashton. For those who wish, donations to the Carleton Place Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

Gower Joyce Barbara

Peacefully at the Kemptville District Hospital, on Sunday, January 15, 2017. Joyce Gower (nee Webb) of Spencerville in her 88th year. Dearly beloved wife of John Gower of Spencerville. Loving mother of David Gower of Ottawa, Gillian Gower of Spencerville and Sara (Lou) Quigley of Kanata. Dear sister of Basil Webb of England, Peter Webb (Nancy) of Kemptville and Molly (Charlie) Elmy of England. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Scott (Stephanie), Jessica and Keith.

A celebration of Joyce’s life took place at the Shanly United Church Hall on Saturday, January 21, 2017 from 1-4p.m.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Kemptville Hospital for their wonderful care of Joyce. Donations to the Kemptville Hospital Foundation would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Marsden McLaughlin Funeral Home in Cardinal, Ontario. Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com

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HARRIS, Edith A. (Crawford) – In memory of Edith, January 26, 2016.

To lose someone we loved so much, Brings pain beyond belief.

There are no words to ease our sadness and our grief.

We’ve lost someone so close, so wonderful and dear.

We think about your special ways and wish that you were near.

But although you have left this world You will stay within our hearts Guiding like an angel Although we are apart.

For love is everlasting and so are our memories.

Gerald and Family

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Sproule elwood McDougall

At his home in Orillia, on Monday January 16th 2017 in his 93rd year.

Beloved husband of Winnifred (nee Cox) for 68 years.

Loving father of Nadine Hart (Jack) of Orillia, and Beverley Latreille (Pat) of Orangeville. Much loved grandfather of Kevin (deceased), Warren (Tanya), Jeffrey and friend Steven, Jocelyn (Mark) and Cassandra (Matt); great grandfather of Gunnar, Teagan, Paige and Liam. Elwood will be lovingly remembered by his brothers, sisters, family and friends. The family wish to extend a special thank you to the compassionate members of the OPP, Simcoe County Paramedics, Ramara Fire and Simcoe Funeral Home who attended to the family at this difficult time. At the family’s request no visitation or services will be held at this time.

Memorial donations to the Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital would be appreciated.

Messages of condolence are welcomed at www.simcoefuneralhome.ca

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Predeceased by her parents, Robert and Eileen Ferguson (Leishman). Left to mourn, her husband and best friend of 60 years, Desmond and their sons, Rodney (Chad Rad) and Jamie (Melissa). Adored by her grandchildren, Mathew and Emma.

Private family Service.

Special thanks to Dr. Chris Deschenes and the nurses & staff of the Rosamond wing and the Med. Surg. Floor of the Almonte General Hospital. Special thanks as well to Joan’s cousin, Wendy Ford. Joan’s mentor during her struggle with cancer.

Condolences & tributes may be sent directly to Des at deshouston@yahoo.ca.

For those who may choose to honour Joan with a memorial donation, please consider the Almonte General Hospital or the charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C.R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL Inc. 127 Church Street Almonte, Ontario (613)256-3313 Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

C.R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc.

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

As time unfolds another year Memories keep you ever near.

And when old times we do recall It’s then we miss you most of all.

Loved, remembered, treasured Always in our memory.

Steve, Patricia and family

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MCGREGOR, Joan – In loving memory of a dear partner, daughter, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who passed away January 29, 2010.

You were always there for us and always gave too much.

Our thoughts are always with you, Our memories never fade.

We treasure the years we had with you, And all the love you gave, We will always love and miss you, With every passing day.

The longing just to see you, Will never go away.

Forever remembered love Bob, Irene, Janice, Randy Sandy and families

IN MEMORIAM ADAMS - In loving memory of my parents, mother, Mrs. Gladys Adams who passed away January 27, 1992 and my father, Mr. Howard Adams who passed away May 24, 1983.

Always remembered by daughter Marilyn

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GREENE, Grant January 30, 1999

GREENE, Grant January 30, 1999

Fondly loved and deeply mourned, Heart of my heart, I miss you so; Often my darling, my tears will flow; Dimming your picture, where’er I go; ‘Tis sad but true, I will abide, Until some day we’ll be side by side.

The rolling stream of life rolls on.

But still the vacant chair, Recalls the love, the voice, the smile, Of the one who once sat there.

Loving sons and daughters

Loving wife, Betty

SHERRILL LEONE (LASHMAR) July 25, 1931 - January 28, 1997

WILLIAM (BILL) JOHN

August 20, 1925 - October 21, 1994

To some you may be forgotten And to others part of the past But to us who loved and lost you both Your memory will always last It’s lonesome here without you And sad the weary way For life has never been the same Since you both were called away Your presence we miss Your memory we treasure Loving you always Forgetting you never

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Together in the same old way Would be our dearest wish today

HARVEY SALMON July 19, 1951 – January 29, 1997 Growing up without you was so hard, Dad. I will never forget the moment your heart stopped and mine kept beating. You squeezed my hand, and then you were gone. 20 years have passed. I still miss you every day.

With love, Andrew

Lynn & Jim, Alda & Dave, Joan and families Marie Merkley October 28, 1921 – January 25, 2013 In loving memory of a dear mother Marie who passed away January 25, 2013.

The depth of sorrow we cannot tell, Of the loss of one we loved so well.

And while she sleeps a peaceful sleep, Her memory we shall always keep.

Always loved and remembered John, Marg and Gale, Mary and Dave, Ray, Cathy and Wilma, Grandchildren And Great Grandchildren

William John Bellamy June 6, 1914-January 26, 1981 With his pets, Prince and Barney Think of you often Dad Allan

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COADY, Carmel - In remembrance of a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who left this earth, January 31, 2013.

Though her smile is gone forever And her hand we cannot touch, We have so many memories Of the one we loved so much.

Her memory is our keepsake With which we will never part.

God has her in His keeping, We have her in our hearts.

Life is not forever… our love is.

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BELL, James – In loving memory of James “Jim” Bell who passed away on January 28, 2016.

“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal Love leaves a memory no one can steal.”

Dearly missed but never forgotten Your loving family

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BEATTY, James “Jim” – In loving memory of a precious Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather who passed away January 24, 2013.

Though your smile is gone forever And your hand we cannot touch.

Still we have so many memories Of the one we loved so much.

Your memory is our keepsake with which we’ll never part, God has you in His keeping We have you in our heart.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered Ruth & Family

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RETTY, Kevin – Passed away peacefully at Willowdale Retirement Centre on January 29, 2015.

Two years have passed dear Kevin, Since you were called away.

How well do I remember that sad and weary day.

Suffering much, you murmured not.

I watched you day by day, I prayed that your dear life Would not be taken away.

Your loving partner and best friend “Kay”

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Wanted, small mixed breed puppy to loving, retired, responsible home.

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PETS

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Carleton Place, 50 BenWanted to buy, horses, nett St., 1,200 sq. ft., four colts and ponies, all types. offices, showroom, boardContact Bob Perkins at room, kitchenette.

613-342-6030.

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Corner of McGill & William Sts.

2 bedroom - Carleton Place $785 Well maintained, clean, quiet apartment building, secure entrance Kemptville Area, 2400 sq Stove, fridge, parking inft garage, available April 1, cluded, hydro extra $2000/mnth plus utilities. Laundry on first floor 613-258-2502 613-913-3095

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FOR RENT 1 & 2 bedroom apartment, 41 Sunset Towers, Perth, Available immediately.

Contact Bud 613-267-0567

2 bedroom for rent at 10 & 20 Pearl St., Smiths Falls. $950 everything included.

Contact Darlene for appointment 613-283-9799 or 613-207-1255

1 bedroom apartment, center town Carleton Place, includes parking, water, elevator, $900/month.

Available February 1. 613-858-2060.

3 bedroom apartment Westport, available February 1, $850/mnth plus utilities.

Comes with Fridge & stove.

613-273-6636

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FOR SALE

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Almonte, 1 bedroom apartment, quiet, secure, heritage building, available February 1. $825/month plus utilities. No pets. 151 Reserve Street.

613-257-5711.

Perth. 2 bedroom apt. lower level, parking. $700 plus hydro. Heat included. laundry room, washer/dryer, storage. First/last. References. 613-868-5323.

Semi-Retired Handyman, chain saw, woodsplitter, truck & trailer for hire.

Wood cut & split, dump runs. 613-257-4315 leave message.

Almonte- February 1st, 1 Bedroom $930 includes utilities, laundry facilities, basic cable & internet, fridge & stove. Carleton Place, March 1st, 1 bedroom $725 plus gas & hydro & rental of hotwater tank. Appleton, indoor & outdoor storage.

Call Craig 613-253-7777 or e m a i l : info@countycabs.com

Perth 2 bedroom available immediately. Secure, senior building. Large balcony, 6 appliances. No smoking, no pets.

613-285-4510

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.

Arnprior company looking for energetic, reliable individual with transportation for assembly work. $15.00 plus benefits.

Hours 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Send resume to assemblyposition2016@gmail.com.

A new boutique is coming to Perth this Spring! We are seeking mature ladies who enjoy fashion, customer interaction and willing to learn a simple computer program. No retail experience is necessary but is an asset.

Please send resume to 2hireinperth@gmail.com only those of interest will be contacted.

Colonel By Luxury adult apartments. Close to County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls. Air conditioning, exercise room, party room, library and elevator. 613-283-9650.

Furnished bedroom for rent with private bath, WiFi, plus extras. $650/month.

Innisville area. 613-898-5728.

Immediate downtown Perth large bright two bdrm apt, parking, laundry nearby. $800 plus utilities 613-326-0443 Kemptville. Large 2 Bdrm + large den. Fridge, Stove, Washer, Dryer, Heat, Central Air included. Ample parking. Walking distance to all amenities. Feb 1/17 $1000/mth plus hydro 613 258 7803 Large 2 Bedroom Apt. Perth, seniors welcome. $ 8 5 0 / m o n t h .

613-267-5746 Non-smoking, small country home in Mississippi Mills. Open concept, finished basement, 4 appliances. No pets. First and last month. $1,400 plus heat and hydro. Contact: kbthomp@storm.ca

STORAGE Smiths Falls

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Carleton Place, 2 storey, 2 bedroom apartment, 6 new appliances, $1,000 plus gas and hydro, no smoking, no yard. References required. Dave Smiths Falls. Bachelor 613-913-0403.

Apartment, single occuCarleton Place, Seniors pancy senior only, quiet 50’s Plus Building. No setting, partially furnished, smoking, no pets. First fridge, stove, 4-piece bath, & last months rent smoke-free building, park$750.00 & up. 1 & 2 ing, includes heat, hydro, bedroom apartments. water, first and last. $575.

Call 613-863-6487 or 613-284-2673 613-720-9860 Smiths Falls, big 2 bedCarleton Place, upper lev- room, semi-detached, toel, 2 bedroom plus den, tally renovated, fridge, quiet, adult only building, stove, non-smoking, $900 overlooking river, gas plus utilities. heat, parking, in-unit laun- 613-342-0829 dry, $1,000/month plus utilities.

No pets.

Smiths Falls, large 1 bed613-913-4133. room apt, ground floor, priCoffee Culture Building, 2 vate yard, Quiet adult 1/5 Russell St. Smiths building. $895/mnth plus hyFalls. 1400 sq ft app’t, very dro, heat included. Referencnice unit.

Must see. es required. 613-366-9610. $1240/mnth, everything included. Contact Darlene for STORAGE appointment 613-283-9799 or 613-207-1255

Indoor storage of all sizes Outdoor storage also available 613-285-5507 Smiths Falls 613-264-0213 Perth

FOR RENT Smiths Falls, Toulon Place Apartments, 3rd floor, 2 bedroom $850/mth; Available December 1. Clean, quiet, secure building, live-in superintendent, ground floor laundry. 613-283-9650.

PERSONAL Alcoholics Anonymous 613-284-2696.

Are you concerned about someone’s drinking?

There is help available for you in AL-ANON/Alateen.

Call 613-284-6100, 257-3138, 272-3105, 203-3713, 826-2566, 283-5038.

Overeaters Anonymous 613-264-5158

T.L.C.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS No job too small!

Free estimates • Home Renovations • Plumbing Repairs • Painting/cleanup • Concrete work Doug Morley 257-7177

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La Coccinelle est un organisme qui offre des services de garde et des programmes communautaires francophones La Coccinelle est à la recherche de candidats(es) pour combler les postes suivants:

POSTE DE CUISINIER/ÈRE Lieu de travail: 10, avenue Findlay, Carleton Place, ON K17 4K1 Horaire de travail / Rémunération Temps plein : 5jrs par semaine (35 heures) Poste permanent (avantages sociaux, REER...)

Horaire de travail : 6 h 45 à 14 h 15 Date d’entrée en poste : 27 février 2017 Rémunération : débutant à 15,84$

HELP WANTED

POSTE D’ÉDUCATEUR/TRICE EN GARDERIE

Lieu de travail: 10, avenue Findlay, Carleton Place, ON K17 4K1

COMMUTER COACH DRIVERS REQUIRED

If you have: BZ, or CZ Operators licence.

Clean abstract Several years experience Good driving record and references Please deliver or send your C.V. and related documents to: 100 INDUSTRIAL AVENUE , CARLETON PLACE, ON K7C 3T2 NO APPLICATIONS BY TELEPHONE PLEASE

Horaire de travail / Rémunération Temps plein 5jrs/semaine : (40 heures) Date d’entrée en poste : 27 février 2017 Horaire flexible entre 7h00 et 18h00 Rémunération : Éducateur/trice en formation : débutant à 18,46$ Éducateur/trice diplômé/e (EPEI) : débutant à 20,27$ À noter que la date de fermeture de ces concours est le 27 janvier 2017

Experience the excitement of the aerospace industry in a rural setting!

Veuillez consulter le site Web de La Coccinelle dans la section «emplois» pour obtenir des renseignements supplémentaires pour ces postes et pour poser votre candidature.

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Smiths Falls, 1 bedroom, $700 utilities included. offstreet parking. newly renovated, available immediately. 613-283-2266.

Semi-retired, all home renovations, interior & exterior, years of experience.

Call Brent 613-283-6088.

Toll Free

1-888-967-3237 1-888-WORD ADS

Cleaners/Team Leaders for residential cleaning company based in North Gower.

Mon-Fri. No evenings, No weekends.

All travel paid. $ 1 2 . 0 0 - $ 1 6 . 0 0 / h r.

613-489-3993 or elitecleaning@storm.ca

HELP WANTED

www.lacoccinelle.com HELP WANTED

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“Your Provider, Leader and Partner in Health Care”

For over 60 years Magellan Aerospace, Haley has been producing magnesium and aluminum castings for the aerospace industry.

The Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital, is a progressive two site facility serving a catchment area of 44,000 residents of Perth, Smiths Falls and surrounding area. We are a fully accredited Hospital delivering a broad range of primary and secondary services.

Casual and/or Part Time Positions: Registered Nurse (OBS, Medical/Surgical, Medical Rehabilitation, ER)

Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley west of Renfrew we have an immediate opening for a:

Registered Pharmacy Technician Medical Laboratory Technologist

CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN Qualifications: • Must have a current 309A or 442 License.

• Preference will be given those with PLC’S/Automation, Motor Control/Control Circuits, Distribution and troubleshooting experience.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including: Major Medical, Dental and Short Term Disability.

We thank all applicants, but only those invited to an interview will be contacted.

No telephone inquiries please Please forward resume to: Magellan Aerospace, Haley Human Resources 634 Magnesium Road Haley, Ontario Canada K0J 1Y0 Fax: (613-432-0743) Email: jobs.haley@magellan.aero

Occupational Therapist Sonographer Dietetic Assistant Sterile Processing Department Technician Visit www.psfdh.on.ca for more information Qualified applicants are invited to send a resume and letter of application by February 10, 2017 in confidence to: The Human Resources Department Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital 60 Cornelia Street West Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 2H9 Email: tgray@psfdh.on.ca Fax: (613) 283-0520 Telephone: (613) 283-2330 Ext. 1132 Website: www.psfdh.on.ca

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Smiths Falls room for rent, $550/mnth. Mature adult person. Heat, hydro & cable included. Call 7 am-5 pm. 613-216-1448

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Almonte/Carp area, Room for Rent in large house . Parking, TV, Internet, All inclusive. $700/month.

R e f e r e n c e s .

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Almonte, Large 2 bedroom. Free parking, security, 149 Church Street, $950/month plus utilities, available February 1.

613-769-6697.

Certified Mason. 12 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job Quiet Country living, specialist. Free estimates.

613-250-0290.

Clayton. Private 2 bedroom accommodation in walk-out lower level, in- Seamless Eavestrough, cludes jacuzzi, hydro, sat- renovations, deck restoraellite TV, private parking, tion, roadside mowing, shared kitchen, seniors grading, painting, roofing, welcome, $750/month all line painting, cottage jackinclusive. First/last re- ing, fencing, dump runs. or quired. Flexible occupan- 613-257-8143 613-264-8143. cy . Bob 613-294-6463.

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Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/ interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-283-2330 ext. 1132 for assistance.

We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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STUDENT SUMMER JOBS

Do you thrive on variety? Are you looking for interesting work? Do you want to learn new skills? A summer job at the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority may be the ideal opportunity for you! We’re looking for keen students to fill summer jobs in the areas of Manotick, Carleton Place and Perth.

Visit www.rvca.ca and click on Summer Student Opportunities for more information. Send your resume to studentjobs@rvca.ca before February 10th.

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Hiring Labourer’s bush experience an asset but not necessary. Michael 613-483-6753

Snow-plow Operators and shovelers, Perth area. Parttime or could lead to fulltime. Call 613-267-5460.

Part time work, Misty River Introductions looking for trade show represent ivies should be personable & well spoken. $15/hr.

613-257-3531

With Spring/Summer season quickly approaching, looking to hire now, FT/PT Haircutters at all three First Choice Haircutters’ locations for Smiths Falls, Carleton Place and Perth.

For an interview call: Carleton Place 613-253-8841, Perth 613-264-0716, Smiths Falls 613-283-9646. Guaranteed hourly wage plus extras.

Wanted, Carleton Place, elderly retired gentleman in good home requires live-in housekeeper . Must be dependable and have driver’s licence. Room & board & good wages included to the correct person. Position would suit widowed or retired person looking for security.

613-492-3333

Part time position in a group home in Carleton Place, duties include cooking, cleaning as well as individual care for the resident, require valid food handling course, first aide, CPR, criminal record check.

Monday & Wednesday 10-5pm. Lisa 613-253-0853

Carolina Retirement Suites is seeking applications for the following positions: Casual Part-Time

ASL Agrodrain Limited (ASL) is seeking a civil construction project manager to work from head office in Ottawa (Osgoode), Ontario.

ASL is a well established construction company working across numerous sectors, with a focus on earthworks, land development, and landscaping. We are a growing company and are committed to providing an environment that supports professional growth, advancement, and development.

Servers, Cooks & PSW’s

Please apply by submitting a resume with cover letter to admin@ aslcontractors.com. All applications will be accepted in confidence.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information please visit www.aslcontractors.com.

Lanark County Housing Corporation (LCHC) is seeking dynamic, community minded volunteers with diverse backgrounds, such as Administration, Finance, Legal or Social Housing, who are residents of Lanark County or the Town of Smiths Falls, for its’ Board of Directors. LCHC manages a portfolio of 532 social housing units (Rent-Geared-To-Income) in Smiths Falls, Perth, Carleton Place and Almonte. Board members are required to attend nine (9) afternoon Board meetings a year with a potential for more if necessary. Board Members are appointed for a three year term with the ability to apply at the end of the term to continue as a Board member. Mileage to and from meetings is reimbursed.

For more information on Lanark County Housing Corporation, please visit our website at www.lanarkcountyhousing.ca

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Please submit your letter of interest including relevant experience by February 2, 2017 by 12 noon to: LCHC Board of Directors 52 Abbott St. North, Unit 4, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 1W3 Email: dwilkinson@lanarkcountyhousing.ca

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We offer competitive compensation with benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer.

HILLTOP MANOR 60 Bed Long-Term Care Home Merrickville, ON

Registered Practical Nurse

Permanent Full-Time Evening Position 9 shifts every 2 weeks guaranteed Successful candidates are motivated with excellent organizational, problem solving and leadership skills. Experience in Geriatric Nursing preferred but not essential.

Personal Support Workers Casual/On-Call Positions Available

Please fax or e-mail resume and cover letter to: We are committed to meet the standards of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), should you require accommodation of any nature please notify us in order that we may provide equal access for this opportunity.

Carol Tonge Fax: 613-269-3534 E-mail: carolyn@hilltopmanor.ca

Weaving Operator and Manufacturing Operators

ABOUT YOU: • Positive • Detail Oriented • Problem Solver • Strong Communication Skills Previous Manufacturing/Shift work experience an asset.

Please forward your resume with a list of references to: careers@albint.com Thank you for your interest.

Est. 1991

ry Services Cemete

Access Taxi requires Full and Part-Time drivers for Perth and Smiths Falls

Should be familiar with streets and surrounding roads. Top of the industry remuneration paid. Excellent supplemental income for semi-retired and retired persons.

Please call Brett

at 613-283-5555.

RIDEAU PIPE & DRILLING SUPPLIES LTD. (WHOLESALER OF PLUMBING, HEATING & DRILLING SUPPLIES)

is looking to fill the position of Driver with minimum DZ License

Please remit resumes to: ATTENTION WAREHOUSE MANAGER P.O. BOX 354 PERTH, ONTARIO K7H 3E4 or drop off at: 38 Hwy. 511 (Lanark Road)

Costello & Company supplies and installs Burial Vaults and Monuments throughout Eastern Ontario. We are currently welcoming applications in the following areas:

CUSTOMER SERVICE/ DELIVERY DRIVER (Full Time & Part Time) We have an immediate requirement for skilled individual’s to round out our Customer Service/ Delivery team in both full time and part time capacities.

Individuals in these positions will be responsible for delivering, setting and installing burial vaults and monuments at cemeteries throughout Eastern Ontario.

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The ideal candidate will be highly organized with excellent written and verbal communication skills, and 4+ years of relevant experience.

Preference will be given to professional engineers, and technologists with local experience.

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER Eastern Engineering Group Inc. requires a structural engineer for its Brockville office. Eastern Engineering Group Inc. is a Consulting Engineering Firm offering services in Eastern Ontario. We are looking for a professional engineer with experience in designing steel, concrete and wood for a variety of clients in an industrial, commercial, institutional and residential projects.

Eastern Engineering Group Inc. offers competitive wages and benefit package.

Please submit your resume in confidence to: EASTERN ENGINEERING GROUP INC. www.easteng.com c/o Mr. L.A. Fancy, P.Eng. 125 Stewart Blvd., Suite 212 Brockville, Ontario K6V 4W4 Telephone; 613-345-0400 Fax: 613-345-0008 E-mail: structural@easteng.com

As a leading manufacturer of advanced textiles and materials, we are excited about our future and the role talented individuals play in our company.

ABOUT US: We have a talented team of dedicated employees focused on excellence. We are looking to fill the following positions at our manufacturing plant in Perth.

HELP WANTED

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The project manager will be responsible for all aspects of initiating, tracking, managing, and closing projects. As a liaison between project stakeholders, the candidate will be expected to build and maintain client relations. This will be a critical position within our team reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations.

Please email your resume to: cwoods@carolinasuites.ca

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BayBridge Senior Living is seeking passionate, hands-on people that share our values. All of our team members bring a high-level of understanding and skills related to their respective fields of expertise.

IT $ PAYS $

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PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER We have an opportunity for a talented individual to participate in the daily operation of our concrete production facility. This person will be responsible for the operation of production equipment, casting and finishing product to specification, warehousing and preparation of burial vaults for delivery. Experience with precast concrete production and Fork Lift operation an asset.

GENERAL LABOUR/ SHOP HAND We are looking for a motivated, hard working individual to help out in the plant and out on the road. If you like a variety of tasks and are comfortable changing your daily routine to suit job requirements, then we may have what you are looking for.

This is a temporary, minimum wage, seasonal position however could become full time depending on commitment and initiative shown.

All inquiries will be held in the strictest confidence.

Resumes will be accepted by mail, e-mail, fax or hand delivery to: Costello & Company 4323 County Road 43 W. Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 4S4 costelloandcompany@cogeco.net Fax 613 284 1206 We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Antique Tag Sale Saturday, January 28th; Sunday, January 29th, starting at 10:00am, 600 Mother Barnes Road, RR#1, Frankville.

Antique furniture, lots of china, Pressed Glass, Depression Glass, pictures, silverplate, linen, many items too numerous to mention. From a smoke free home. Good quality items. Cash sales only. Snow, rain or shine. Indoor Tag Sale.

Majestic Auto Restorers, located at 6204 First Line Road in Kars is looking to fill the following positions: -Full-time Licensed Mechanic with their own tools and transportation.

-Full-time Restoration/Bodyman with their own tools and transportation.

Please send resume to sales@mar-lift.com or fax to 613-692-0760. Feel free to contact us at 613-692-4181 if you have any questions.

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RIDEAU PIPE & DRILLING SUPPLIES LTD. (WHOLESALER OF PLUMBING, HEATING & DRILLING SUPPLIES) is looking to fill the position of Outside Sales Representative for the Eastern Ontario Region To prospect/develop new and existing clients.

A knowledge in Water systems, water treatment, heating and waste water would all be an asset, but is not a requirement.

Please remit resumes to: ATTENTION BRANCH MANAGER P.O. BOX 354 PERTH, ONTARIO K7H 3E4 or drop off at: 38 Hwy. 511 (Lanark Road)

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Sale of land for Tax Arrears

By Public Tender MUNICIPAL ACT, 2001 SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITYOF MISSISSIPPI MILLS TAKE NOTICE that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land (s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on Friday the 10th day of March, 2017 at the Municipal Office, 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte, Ontario K0A 1A0 Attention: Treasurer The tenders will be accepted in a sealed envelope and clearly marked with the PIN and the roll number of the property for which the tender is submitted. A separate tender must be submitted for each property. Tenders will then be opened in public on the same day at the Municipal Office Council Chambers at 3:05 p.m.

Description of Lands: 1. Unit 1, Level A, Lanark Standard Condominium Plan No. 18 and its appurtenant interest; subject to and together with easements as set out in Schedule A as in LC93401; subject to an easement in gross over parts 4, 5, 6, 27R79655 as in LC95610 83 Little Bridge St., Unit 10 Municipality of Mississippi Mills, County of Lanark PIN 05718-0022 LT Roll Number 0931 030 030 04608 0000 Minimum Tender Amount: $99,552.76 The sale of these properties is subject to cancellation up to the time of the tender opening without any further notice.

The minimum tender amount represents the cancellation price as of the first day of advertising.

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters including environmental relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, penalties and interest, HST if applicable, and the relevant land transfer tax within 14 calendar days of being notified as the successful purchaser.

The municipality does not provide an opportunity for potential purchasers to view properties. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender contact: Rhonda Whitmarsh, Treasurer 3131 Old Perth Road R.R. #2 Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 (613) 256-2064 ext. 262 rwhitmarsh@mississippimills.ca

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Carrie Hands, CAI, CPPA, Auctioneer & Appraiser Jason Hands, Auctioneer

-Double Estate Auction-

2012 Mazda 3, loaded, 5800 kms.

Antiques, Collectibles, Art, Local Books & more For Estate of Carolyn Dudek, Cornwall And Estate of Bobbie Lee, Gananqoue to be held at Hands Auction Facility 5501 County Rd 15, R R # 2, Brockville, ON Saturday, February 4 @ 9 a.m.

Preview from 8 a.m. or by appointment Advance Online Bidding for items from the Dudek Estate will open Friday, January 27 @ 9 a.m. by visiting www.handsauction.com and clicking Online bidding button.

The items from the Estate of Bobbie Lee will not be available to bid online as per Ms Lee’s instructions.

Her estate has a large quantity of Fiesta, collection of local autographed books, cloisonné, collection of St. Lawrence River artists including Michael Ringer and more.

Preview can be arranged by calling our office @ 613-926-2919.

5501 County Road 15, RR #2, Brockville, ON K6V 5T2 Phone: (613) 926-2919 E-mail: auction@handsauction.com www.handsauction.com

Featuring a nice mix of mostly antique furnishings and collectibles as well as some quality modern household affects and tools!

Saturday, February 4th at 9:30am To be held at our facility 15093 Cty Rd 18, East of Osnabruck Centre From Hwy 401 take Ingleside Exit #770 Dickinson Dr., travel North approx.

1 1/2 km’s to Osnabruck Centre, turn East onto Cty. Rd 18 travel 1/2 km.

Watch for signs!

Owner & Auctioneer Not Responsible For Loss Or Accident Note: are now back indoors for the fall and winter months. Call for upcoming dates or to consign (quality items only– no junk). Believe it or not, we are already booking spring on-site farm, real estate, and general estate auctions. Be sure to call and book early to be assured your desired date. The most successful spring auction is planned, promoted and prepared for during the winter.

Prop: very serious collector for many years from the Oxford Mills area, a good antique package from Russell, & the home contents of Mrs. Helen Baker of Maxville.

Terms: Cash or Good Cheque with Proper I.D. Check back after January 25th for detailed listing and pictures!

Auction Conducted By Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd. Ingleside ON 613-537-8862 www.theauctionfever.com

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A Winter Indoor Garage Sale in the Auction Hall at Street Flea Market until January 31, 2017. Lots of variety! Open seven days a week from 9am-4pm. 24 Family Lane, South of Smiths Falls at Highway 15 & Bay Road.

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Real estate auction Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 1 PM sharp 36 King Street, Richmond 3.5 acres with 450 feet of waterfront along the jock river. 3 Bedroom home. For Private viewing please call or text Dan 613-285-4224 ---------------------------------------------------------------OPEN HOUSE for Real Estate Auction 71 Merrick Street, Smiths Falls Friday February 3, 4 pm to 7pm, Saturday February 4, 1pm to 4pm, Sunday February 5, 1pm to 4pm NO BUYERS PREMIUM!

Split level 3 bedroom home in newer, desirable subdivision. Open concept Living and dining room, eat in kitchen, 1 car garage, fenced private backyard, balcony from living room, master bedroom with large walk in closet & en suite. Main level full 4 PBC bath, Finished basement F/A Gas furnace, newer roof. Close to all shopping & schools. Fridge & Stove included in sale. Property is in move-in condition why not save some money and do a little redecorating to your style. Owner has moved to retirement quarters home will be sold. For more info or to schedule a private viewing call or text Dan 613-285-4224 ----------------------------------------------------------------Downsizing? Executor of an estate? Have items and furniture for sale? We buy everything call or text Dan 613-285-4224. We pack it up pick it up pay cash and leave simple process. We are also booking spring and summer auction dates.

Check out “Lanark county liquidators” & “Dan Peters sales centre” on Facebook.

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FOR THE ESTATE OF MRS. MAVIS SCRIVENS OF METCALFE, ON SUN, JAN 29, 2017 @ 10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM TO BE HELD @ MARSHALL’S AUCTION HOUSE 2913 CTY RD 21 SPENCERVILLE This sale features a 1991 Buick Roadmaster in amazing condition, full load, only 111,000 km’s (approx.), sells with reasonable reserve. John Deere lawn tractor, 22hp, hydrostatic drive with only 84 hrs. GMC motorhome only 54,000 km’s. Single axle trailer. Electric scooter.

A Hess die cast car collection, Ertl, die cast, automobile advertising, old car parts, old manuals, Borden’s & Ottawa dairy old photos, paper memorabilia.

Antiques, collectibles, furniture, modern household etc. Auctioneers Note: There are so many items in this sale it is impossible to list everything, but this auction is a must see, some of the articles that we have uncovered are amazing and all are in excellent condition.

Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, Damaged articles, Accidents day of sale. Canteen.

Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard Photo I.D. as is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter.

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Almonte Antique Market, 26 Mill St. in historic downtown Almonte.

613-256-1511. 50 vendors. Open daily 10-5.

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Bingo Every Tuesday at 7 p.m. Carleton Place Arena upper hall. Elevator access available. Sponsor: Carleton Place and District Civitan Club.

Community Home Support- Carleton PlaceMen’s Breakfast, Wednesday, February 1st, at the Home Support Office at 9:00. Call Home Support to reserve/info on Diner’s Clubs and Transportation.

613-253-0733.

Community Home Support- Carleton PlaceLuncheon. Wednesday, February 8th, at the Home Support Office at 12:00. Call Home Support to reserve/info on Diner’s Clubs and Transportation. 613253-0733.

Community Home Support- Carleton PlaceFoot Care Clinics, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call Home Support for more information and to book appointments 613-253-0733.

Community Home Support Friday Lunch Bunch, Fridays (February 3, 10, 17) at Beckwith Township Hall, at 12 noon. Transportation available.

Info/reservation: 613-253-0733.

Cribbage, every Tuesday afternoon 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 177 George St. Everyone welcome Curling -Adult Drop- In every Monday and Wednesday afternoons 1 to 3 pm. Come and join us at the Carleton Place Curling Club 120 Patterson Cr.. Coffee and cookies every Monday.

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Auction Sale Lanark Civitan Hall Lanark, ON

Saturday, February 4, 2017

Auction 10 a.m.• Viewing 9 a.m.

Terms: Cash or Good Cheque

Auctioneer: Jim Beere

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TO SETTLE THE ESTATE OF MR. CHARLES KERR OF PRESCOTT SUN, FEB. 5, 2017 @ 10 AM SHARP! TO BE HELD @ MARSHALL’S AUCTION HOUSE 2913 CTY RD 21 SPENCERVILLE This Auction features a good variety of antiques, collectibles such as a Prescott #2 blue floral crock, old wood lures, decoys, fishing equipment, coin collection, jewellery, sterling silver brush/ mirror set, Coke memorabilia, antique/ modern furniture, shop full of hand/ power tools & much more! Auctioneer’s Note: A wide variety of items, expect surprises. For a detailed list w/photos go to www.lmauctions.ca Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, Damaged articles, Accidents day of sale. Canteen.

Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard Photo I.D. as is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter.

To book your sale call

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Mondays, Jan 23, 30. Carambeck Community Centre, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, Jan 25. Arena, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, Jan 24, 31, Arena, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-2830095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, Jan 25, Carambeck Community Centre, 9:3011:30 a.m. 613-283-0095.

St James Anglican Church Spaghetti Supper, Saturday, January 28 at 6 p.m. 225 Edmund St. Tickets available at the church office. Info: 613-257-3178.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday morning, 9:00 a.m. in the Zion United Church across from the library on Franklin Street.

Info: 613-253-8677.

KEMPTVILLE Baby Talk, Ontario Early Years. Drop in group for parents and their babies 0-12 months. Wednesdays 1:30-3 p.m. 2965 Hwy 43. Info: 1-866-433-8933 ext 2374.

Baby Talk, Wednesday, February 1, 1:30-3 p.m.

Madison Montessori Academy, 2965 County Rd 43.

Diabetes Education Programme, at the Kemptville Hospital Diabetes Clinic, the first Wednesday and Thursday of the month. You must register by calling 613-258-6133 ext 400. Info: www.kdh.on.ca Men’s Competitive Darts. Every Monday starting Sept 12, Kemptville Legion. Registration 7:007:25 PM. Play starts at 7:30 PM. Info: phil.wiseman@ xplornet.ca or scottmcl88@hotmail.com Toddler Programs - Ontario Early Years. A five wk program, children 12-30 mnths with their parent/caregiver. Fridays. Feb 3-Mar 3, 9:30-11am. 2965 Hwy. 43. Register 1-866-433-8933 ext.2374

LANARK Civitan Old Tyme Country Talent Night Dinner & Dance. Last Friday of every month, dinner 6 p.m., music 7:30-11:30 p.m. Contact Vic (613)259-5610.

Crafts & Chat Thursday, January 26 at the Lanark Learning Centre, 1-3 pm. Bring along your project and ideas and share with others. Everyone welcome.

Frosty Fling Ecumenical Concert Sunday, at St. Andrew’s United Church, January 29 at 4 pm.Lanark Learning Centre Writing Group, Tuesdays from 1-3 pm. New members welcome. For information, call 613-259-2207.

Lanark Village Museum Fundraiser, A Celebration of Canada 150 in “Stories, Music and Dance”.

Sunday, February 5 from 1:30-3:30 pm. Information and tickets call, 613-259-2207.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, Jan 19, 26. Maple Grove School, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, Jan. 25. Maple Grove School, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

613-283-0095.

Peter Brown Frosty Fling Concert, Saturday, January 28 at the Lanark Learning Centre, 67 George Street. 7-9 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm. For Tickets: 613-259-2207 or email annegraham2207@gmail.com Potluck Lunch and Crafts & Chat, Thursday, February 2 at 12 noon at the Lanark Learning Centre.

Call to confirm 613-259-2207.

Walking group, every Tuesday morning, 9 a.m. from the NLCCHA. Refreshments, exercises/speaker after walk. Wendy 613-259-2182.

MERRICKVILLE Ham & Scalloped Potatoes - served at 6pm, Jan. 27 music by Neville Wells, 7-11pm. Merrickville Legion.

Open Stage, Merrickville Legion, 5-9 p.m January 29, Hosted by Heather Snow & The Flakes. Food provided by: The Village Bean.

Week of February 6, the Prov. Service Officer is in our area. Veterans & families wishing to consult, call BR 245. 613-269-3338 or Bob Dutcher 613-3419187.

PAKENHAM 4-Hand Euchre. Thursday January 26 7:00 pm start, at Stewart Community Centre Upper Hall.

Sponsored by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club.

A Frost Festival event.

5 Span Sculpturing Saturday, January 28, 9-3:00 pm at 5 Span Feed & Seed. Hot chocolate, hot dogs, hot fire and hot company. Various prizes. A Frost Festival event. Appreciation Ceremony for BYBFB organizers. Friday January 27, 7:15 pm followed by O Canada sung by the Pakenham Public School Children’s Choir on Centre Ice, Stewart Community Centre. Sponsored by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club. A Frost Festival event.

Fish & Chip Dinner. Friday January 27, 4:30 to 7:00 pm. Stewart Community Centre, Upper Hall.

Also a Peek at the Past Pakenham display. Tickets must be purchased in advance by January 22. Nicholson’s Store. Sponsored by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club. 613-624-5525 Following appreciation ceremony. Friday January 27, Jr B Hockey Game, Arnprior Packers vs Ottawa West Golden Knights. A Frost Festival event.

Frost Festival Pub Night featuring Arnprior’s Casey Corbin and the Ryan’s starts at 8:00 pm. Stewart Community Centre, Upper Hall. Raucously fun Bake Auction with John O’Neill. Tickets: Nicholson’s in Pakenham. Free shuttle service home, book in advance, call 613-624-5925.

Senior Fitness Classes every Monday and Wednesday @ 10 am in the Stewart Community Centre Hall, Enquiries: 613-256-8339.Tobogganing Party, Saturday, January 28 12:00 Noon to 3:00 pm, at Pakenham Highlands Golf Course. Hosted by the Zion United Church Sunday School, Cedar Hill.

Bring your own sleds. Hot chocolate provided. A

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Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7:00 p.m., Thursday, February 2 at Perth Civitan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard 613-267-5305.

Community Home Support- Lanark County monthly Parkinson Support Group, last Monday of each month. At the Community Home Support office, 40 Sunset Blvd, Suite 100. Information, Melissa 613-267-6400 ext 25.

Jewel’s Gently Used Clothing, 48 Wilson St. W. Customer Appreciation Event, Deal of the Day Every Day. February 1st.

Men’s group, 1st Wednesday evening (February 1). Teens on up, All men warmly welcomed and respected. Bust isolation, build community. Details 613-267-8308.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, infant playgroup, Thursdays Jan 19, 26, The Dance Studio, 1-2pm. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Mondays Jan 23, 30. Taycare Senior Centre, 9:30-noon 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays Jan 19, 26, The Dance Studio, 9:30-noon 613283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays Jan 24, 31, Taycare Senior Centre, 9:30 a.m.-noon.

613-283-0095 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, Jan 25. Perth Library, 10-noon. 613-283-0095.

Perth Civitan Bingo, every Wednesday. Opens at 6 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m.

Perth Union Library’s Open House, Saturday January 28, 10am. We are excited to show off the results of the recent renovation. Refreshments served and comments will be at 10:30am.

RTA Central Club, Saturday, January 28, Foley Mountain. Level 2, moderate pace, 5 - 8 km. Explore this beautiful conservation area on snowshoes. Depart 9:30 a.m. Conlon Farm. Leader: Jack Tannett, 613466-0417 Table tennis every Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm Perth Pool, 613 267 5302

per at 6 p.m. Musical entertainment. Inquiries 613257-2756.

Clayton Hall, Olde Tyme Music & Dinner, Feb 5, 2-6 p.m. supper at 5. All musicians welcome. Proceeds to Clayton Hall.

Dance- Toledo Legion, Sunday, February 5 featuring Matt Hayes. Door open at 1 and dancing is from 2-5 followed by a hot supper.

Exercise lead by a Registered Kinesiologist every Thursday, at Country Roads Community Health Centre, Portland. Sponsor: Rideau Community Health Services/Telemedicine. Call 613-284-2558 to arrange for your personal assessment before starting this program.

Family Karaoke Night, every Wednesday 6:309pm, Newboro Community Hall.

Feb. 4, 1:30 p.m. Beckwith Council Chambers, Beckwith Township 1702 9th Line Black’s Corners.

Guest Speaker: Chris Anstead. Topic: John Wilson of the last duel & his family. Everyone welcome.

Foley Mountain Winter Adventurers Day Camp, February 2, 9am-4pm, kids aged 6-12. Snowshoeing, outdoor skills, and more! For registration information, contact 613-273-3255 or leah.roberts@ rvca.ca General Meeting, February 9 at 7 p.m. Montague Forget-Me-Not Seniors. Info: 613-283-8482.

Guthrie United Church Roast Beef Dinner, Jan 29 4 - 6 pm at Clayton Community Centre. Live music.

Ham & Bean Brunch, Sunday, January 29, 11am-1pm. Portland Community Hall, Water St. Meal includes roll, salad and dessert. Proceeds to the Portland Hall Board. Heather 613-272-8720 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, Jan 24, 31. Montague, Centennial Hall, 9:3011:30 a.m. 613-283-0095.

Oxford Mills Community Association, Annual General Meeting will take place Thursday February 2nd in Maplewood Hall at 7pm.

Rideau Mellowdears, all male chorus, always welcome new voices. Wednesday, February 1, l:303:30 p.m., and each Wednesday, at Bethel United Church, Rideau Ferry Road. No Audition Necessary.

Contact: Lorne 613-264-1277.

Snow Road Snowmobile Club Breakfast February 4, 8 - 11 AM at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road.

Everybody welcome.

Spaghetti Night- First Friday every month, Feb 3, 5-7 p.m. Legion, Br. 231, Portland.

Sunday January 29, Montague & District Senior Citizens Forget Me Not Club Inc., 658 Rosedale Rd S, Lasagna Lunch 12:30 p.m. & Bid Euchre Tournament, 1:30 p.m. Lunch or cards or both.

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4 hand bid euchre, every Wednesday and Friday at 1:30 p.m. Senior’s Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162. Info: (613)283-4684.

4 hand euchre, 7 p.m. 1st. Monday every month at Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor Harmony Club 162. Info: 613283-4684.

4 hand euchre, 7 p.m. every Thursday, at Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor Harmony Club 162. Info: 613-2834684.

4 hand euchre, Wednesday, February 1, 7:00 p.m. downstairs at the Legion, Main St. Good prizes, good food. 613-284-1074.

40 Plus Singles Dinner & Dance, Smiths Falls Civitan Club, #12468 Hwy 15, Saturday, February 4th, Dinner at 7 p.m., dance to follow. Information: 613-285-5557.

Annual General Meeting, Smiths Falls and District Aquatic Recreation Centre Monday February 6, 7 p.m., Meeting Room of ARC (Gallipeau Centre) enter by pool parking lot. Everyone Welcome.

Bagpipe band practice, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Masonic Hall, 46 Russell St. W. New members welcome.

Info: Wayne 283-9792, cell 284-7038 or www.gordonpipeband.com Bake Sale in support of the Smiths Falls and District Aquatic Recreation Centre Wednesday February 8, 5-8 p.m., fresh baking Friday Feb. 11, 9am until Beckwith & District Friendship Club will meet sold-out at the pool. Come out and support the pool.

February 1, Centennial Hall, Franktown, Potluck supBetter than a Doctor, Better than a Lawyer, Better than a Psychiatrist, His name is Jesus. For prayer,

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anytime call U ME- PRAY (613)863-7729 local call or (613)283-3465.

Bid Euchre 1st and 3rd Sunday every month.

1:30 p.m. Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St., parking behind arena. Sponsored by Harmony Club 162. Info 613-283-4684.

Bid Euchre, Every Monday evening, 7 p.m., Legion Br 95.

Bingo, Every Thursday evening, 7 p.m. (canteen open from 4:30-7 p.m.) Royal Canadian Legion Br 95.

Carpet bowling every Thursday, 12:45 p.m.

Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162. Info: (613)283-4684.

Chili Supper: Trinity United Church, Market St, Sunday January 29, 5 p.m., Help to send a youth on a Mission Awareness Trip.

Club 60 at Smiths Falls Legion, Branch 95, invites everyone for meeting & fun games. 1:30 pm. on last Tuesday of every month.

Community Home Support Bereavement Support Group, meets last Tue of the month, 1 - 3pm, Smiths Falls District Community Health Centre enter at front entrance 2 Gould St. Info: 613-267-6400 Contract Bridge, Hanley Hall, downstairs, Wednesday, February 1, 1 p.m. Info: 613-283-6116.

Duplicate Bridge, Every Monday evening, 7 p.m., Legion Br 95.

Duplicate Bridge Lessons with Games, Every Tuesday afternoon, 1 p.m., Legion Br 95.

EA- Emotions Anonymous- 12-step organization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- January 31, 7 p.m. Salvation Army Church (side door). 613-283-0960.

Fish & Chips, Feb 3 & Feb 17, served from 4-7 p.m. in the Lancaster Hall, Legion Br 95 (Held every second Friday).

Floor Shuffle Board. 10 a.m. Every Tuesday and Wednesday. Seniors Activity Building. Parking behind arena. Beginners welcome. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162. (613)283-4684.

Harmony Club 162, 61 Cornelia St. Darts every Thursday. 1:30 p.m. Info: 613-283-4684.

Lanark County Brain Injury Survivors Group, meeting. Every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon. Tricas, 88 Cornelia St. W. Mental Health Support for family members, 2nd Tuesday of the mnth 7-9pm, 88 Cornelia St. West at The Link. Contact mentalhealthfamilies@gmail.com Ontario Early Years Centre Infant playgroup, Fridays, Jan 20, 27, OEYC 9-noon. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre Infant playgroup, Mondays, Jan 23, 30, CROW Office, 91 Cornelia Street W, 1-2 p.m. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, Jan 19, 26, Kinsmen Building, Lower Reach Park, 9:00-noon. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, Jan 24, 31. OEYC, 9:00 a.m.-12 noon. 613283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, Jan 25, Trinity United Church, 9:00-noon. 613283-0095.

Open Mic, Every Tuesday evening, 8 p.m., Canadian Room, Royal Canadian Legion Br 95.

Robbie Burns Night Supper Westminster Presbyterian Church, Saturday, January 28. Fellowship hour 4:30-5:30pm, dinner 5:30pm. Menu: Roast Beef, mashed potato, turnip, haggis, dessert, coffee/ tea. Tickets: 613-283-2318, 613-283-6987 or 613283-7527.

Royal Canadian Legion Br 95 General Meeting, February 7, 7 p.m. Lancaster Hall.

Royal Canadian Legion Br 95 Jamborees Jan 29 & Feb 19. Open stage, music 1pm-6:30pm, dinner 5pm. Members, guest & public welcome Smiths Falls Knitting & Crochet Club, meetings every Tuesday 1-3 p.m. Smiths Falls Seniors Activity Building (across from Hospital).

Spaghetti Dinner, Friday January 27, 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the RCAFA Hall, 44 Abbott St N. For more info and to reserve your tickets call 613-284-0305.

Student Canada 150 choir auditions Jan 24 and 25 at Smiths Falls High school. Open to students from Grade 6 to 12. Contact kristine.maclaren@ ucdsb.on.ca Youth Darts, every Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., ages 5-18, Legion Br 95.