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INTERIM TAX BILLS DUE END OF APRIL:

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The Interim Tax Bills were mailed out during the latter part of January. The last of the two installment dates is coming up Tuesday, April 30th, 2019. If you have not received your bill, 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.

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RFP: WATER METER READER ES-2019-09 The Corporation of the Town of Perth is seeking proposals for the services of a Water Meter Reader. Further information regarding the scope of work can be found at www.perth.ca/bidsandtenders. All submissions must be submitted to Ron Ladd, CAO (and have delivery acknowledged), 80 Gore St. East, Perth, ON, K7H 1H9, by 12 Noon on Wednesday, May 8th, 2019.

The Downtown Heritage Perth Business Improvement Area is currently accepting applications for a Part-Time Office assistant.

Reporting to the Personnel Committee, the Part-Time Office assistant is responsible for the following: 1. Provide support to the BIA Coordinator with a variety of administrative tasks 2. Other duties as assigned from time to time The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: 1. Must have strong oral and written communications skills, and be able to work effectively and build relationships with others.

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Applicants are invited to submit covering letters and resumes no later than April 26th at 5pm to the attention of Kari Clarke, Downtown Heritage Perth Business Improvement Area, 80 Gore Street East, Perth, Ontario, K7H 1H9 or via e-mail at bia@perth.ca The Perth Fire Services recently hosted a Years of Service night at the Lions Hall in Perth. Retired and active members of the Service took part in an evening of camaraderie and recognition. The CAO and Mayor attended the evening and were able to thank each firefighter individually for the hard work that is contributed day in and day out on behalf of the Town. A highlight of the evening was presenting a 30-year appreciation award to Deputy Chief Pat Publow and Officer Jim Hogan. Photo (L to R): Mayor John Fenik, Recuit Trent Peden, Recruit Blake Kettyle, Recruit Chris Evans, Recruit Peter McCraken, Deputy Chief Patrick Publow.

The Downtown Heritage Perth Business Improvement Area 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 Downtown Heritage Perth Business Improvement Area will provide accommodation for individuals with accessibility needs.

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Desmond Devoy/Metroland This section of South Street between the 511 and the Civitan Club was closed off to traffic on April 22 because of flooding.

LANARK VILLAGE BATTLES EARLY SPRING FLOODING ALONG THE CLYDE DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@ metroland.com

backyard to survey the damage, as her three bearded collies played in the waters. The seven-year resident pointed to two stakes she had put down in her yard, to show the progress of the water - one stake was placed at 11 a.m. on Easter Sunday, and a second one, a noticeable distance closer to the house, placed at 6 p.m. the same day.

Eldridge was keeping an eye on her neighbour's property, which was also flooded, and "I've been sending (them) pictures daily." They were due to arrive back that afternoon.

She pointed to the flooded-out section of South Street, where two residents had angled their vehicles to prevent any vehicles from trying to cross the flooded road.

Meanwhile other neighbours were coming over to help her move her freezer up from the basement.

Over at Fitz's Fresh Cut Fries at the village's main intersection, the restaurant was doing a brisk trade, where the mostoverheard comment was "How bad are you?" in reference to the flooding.

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County Road 10 Construction County Road 10 will be undergoing full rehabilitation from Grady Road to the Lanark Boundary from April 22, 2019 until November 2019.

The scope of the work will include rehabilitating the road, adding paved shoulders, replacing culverts, and installing guiderail.

Road/Lane Closure  Single lane closures from April 22, 2019 to November 2019  Full road closure from June 10, 2019 to July 15, 2019  Closure updates will be posted on https://www.municipal511.ca/ For more information, please contact Jacob Ouellette at Jacob.Ouellette@uclg.on.ca.

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As flood waters surged up against the front door of her Lanark village home, Cheryl Shepherd sat on her deck chair on the shore, taking the sight of her house surrounded by water in.

Shepherd, originally from Darby, England, kept a British stiff-upper lip seeing her house in such shape.

"I'm very British!" she laughed, taking in the scene, at the intersection of Hillier and George streets.

In fact, she's been here before, when the same house was flooded by the Clyde River 22 years ago, after the Ice Storm of 1998.

"The sun came up for two weeks and all the ice came down river," she remembered.

A portion of her house was made in 1849, while an addition was put on in 1928, so "they made it out of real wood, not wood chips and glue!" she laughed, during an interview on Monday, April 22, as she sat looking at her house for the first time since she evacuated

on Thursday, April 18. "I've got great faith in the house," she said.

Before she left, family members arrived to help her move anything from the first floor to the second floor.

Once the waters subside, she is determined to "go in and start cleaning."

She left her home before Good Friday and returned on Easter Monday. Asked if her Christian faith had helped her during this time of trial over the Easter weekend, she replied that "my faith in God helps every day of my life," she said.

"God is busy. All I have to do is (to) wait for the river to run down."

The house beside hers, home to the Lanark Highlands Food Pantry, was being protected from the waters by sandbags. All over the village, pumps worked overtime, pumping water back into the river or into the streets.

South Street, between Highway 511 and the Lanark and District Civitan Hall was closed off, as it was flooded over.

South Street resident Carole Eldridge invited The Perth Courier into her

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STUDY SHOWS NEED FOR LANARK LODGE TO BE REBUILT LONG-TERM CARE HOME DOESN'T MEET 2015 MINISTRY DESIGN STANDARDS ASHLEY KULP akulp@metroland.com

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The ball got rolling April 10 on what will arguably be the biggest decision Lanark County council will face this term - the future of Lanark Lodge in Perth.

The lodge's interim director, Jennie Bingley, presented the community services committee with the results of a feasibility study done on the lodge by Dredge Leahy Architects Inc. The study was necessary as the lodge does not meet the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care's 2015 Long-Term Care Home Design Manu-

al, and must come into accordance with it by 2025.

"This is more of a nuts and bolts exercise," Bingley commented. "It's our very first, very important step. It's long overdue and I wish it would have been completed years ago."

Carried out from November 2018 to March 2019, the firm was tasked with performing a facility review on the 163-bed longterm care home, as well as provide estimated costs for renovations or a new facility.

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"The existing space cannot be renovated to meet the ministry's design standards," she explained, noting the costs would be too significant.

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LIBRARIES, PUBLIC HEALTH LATEST TO FEEL PREMIER'S WRATH After making broad changes to education, public health and libraries seem to be the next services on Premier Doug Ford's chopping block.

In his first provincial budget, released April 11, $200 million in cuts are coming to public health and both the Southern Ontario Library Service (SOLS) and Ontario Library Service - North (OLS-North) budgets' are shrinking by 50 per cent or more.

The premier has been very vocal about his desire to reduce the number of public health units from 35 to 10 and consolidate the Local Health Integration Networks (LHIN) with a central agency. The 100 per cent cost sharing between the province and local municipalities will reduce to 75 or 60 per cent. This funding will greatly impact how these organizations, including our own Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, do their jobs; roles that include disease prevention, sexual health programs, immunization monitoring and water quality testing.

It's a bit of a dangerous move, considering cuts to services like these could lead to more infectious diseases and outbreaks. SARS and Walkerton were not that long ago, but how quickly some forget.

In the case of libraries, it's no surprise Ford is targeting them. As a Toronto city councillor in 2011, he endorsed slashing the city's library budget by $4 million and recommended closing them in his own community.

While Ford may not value libraries, it's clear they are an essential service to communities, particularly rural municipalities like ours.

They are a place to research, meet, reflect, learn and play. A change.org petition has already logged more than 10,000 signatures in support of retaining funding to the services.

But the effects of the cuts are already taking shape as over the Easter holiday weekend, the Ontario InterLibrary Loan Service was cancelled.

This is a vital program that allows members to borrow between libraries, giving them broader access to materials.

This is just the tip of the iceberg. SOLS and OLSNorth also provide important training to library staff that's in jeopardy. But don't worry, soon you'll be able to have a beer in the park.

How can these slashes to education, public health and our libraries be cast aside in favour of expanding alcohol sales, allowing for tailgating parties and drinking in public parks. Is the premier really placing an apparent obsession with alcohol over the education of our children and the safety of us all? It certainly seems that way.

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WHO WE ARE LETTERS & COMMENTARY HELP OUR COMMUNITY BY HELPING JUSTICE PROGRAM DEAR EDITOR, It is very sad and quite shocking to me that, as reported in the Perth Courier, April 18 (LCCJP Needs $30,000 by April 30 or Foresees Shutdown) that the Lanark County Community Justice Program could well be eliminated due to insufficient financial support from the provincial Ministry of the Attorney General and from local funding organizations.

This program is not only effective in terms of money saved by the police and the courts, it also works extremely well. How? As a longtime volunteer facilitator with both the court diversion program and the Be Strong program in local schools, I have witnessed healing of relationships and real justice so effective that re-offence rarely if ever happens. Note that this process however, is no walk in the park for the accused, far from it! Offenders who have accepted responsibility for what they have done must then face those they

have harmed, all seated in a circle, learn first-hand about the real consequences of what they have done and explain what they were thinking (or not) at the time. They can offer apologies directly to those they have harmed, and must be willing to explore appropriate consequences geared to healing the harm done and thereby ensuring that there are no repeat offences.

The process is structured so that everyone affected, including the accused, the police, business owners, family members and friends, all have a say in what they think would be appropriate actions for the accused to undertake, and they must all be in agreement. Once signed, this agreement becomes a legal document, and if the accused lives up to the agreed-upon actions, the

charges are not pursued by the courts.

This would all make for very compelling drama if it were televised live; however, the details must be kept confidential. So possibly your neighbour may have been involved in a community justice forum and this opportunity may well have provided a pivotal turn in his or her life in which trust and respect were restored, and/or the stigma of a criminal record prevented, but you will probably never hear about it.

This program saves taxpayers money, it's amazingly effective at rebuilding functional community, and it deserves all the support it can get right now to continue. So please check it out at www.commjustice.org and help our community to help itself.

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URGES CHEO TO CHANGE ALGORITHM FOR LYME DISEASE DEAR EDITOR, In February, we brought a team of experts to the table to meet with CEO Alex Munter, Chief of Staff Dr. Lindy Sampson and Head of Infectious Diseases Dr. Chuck Hui to discuss the flaws in their current Lyme disease algorithm regarding late and complex cases of Lyme disease. CHEO's algorithm relies on the Canadian Lyme Disease test being positive to receive treatment. But, the problem is that the test is flawed. We brought documentation and experts to the table to prove just that, and CHEO staff agreed that the current Canadian testing is inadequate.

The argument therefore is as follows: how can a hospital base its decision to treat a child who is suffering on a flawed test if it is aware of its shortcomings?

A child's life should not depend on a positive or negative test that is not accurate.

CHEO is in the midst of reviewing its algorithm and we are all hopeful that it will do what is right and not continue to follow a policy that is harming our children because it is relying on testing that is insufficient and is missing far too many cases of verifiable Lyme disease.

We meet again in May, and we believe in our local children's hospital, its staff, and in our communi-

ty that it will no longer knowingly choose to follow an algorithm that causes children to go undiagnosed, leaves them to suffer, and leaves families all alone to try to figure out how to help their children, often having to pay out of pocket for care and to travel to another country.

What we are asking is quite simple: that the new algorithm not require positive serology from a flawed test for late cases of Lyme disease. We understand doctors need substantiated evidence to back up their decisionmaking so that they can feel safe to treat, and children and families can rest assured that they are being treated appropriately.

It is inexcusable that we are continuing to rely on an outdated test that is missing the majority of cases.

Here is how we can do just that: to rely on more than just one single flawed test, to use a variety of tests that are available as evidence to support the decision and necessity to treat. It is inexcusable that we are continuing to rely on an outdated test that is missing the majority of cases.

We look forward to their reviewed algorithm, and have faith and hope that now that we have made it clear that it is not adequate, that CHEO will do what is right and lead by example as one of our country's best care facilities for sick children.

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BBBS SEEKING VOLUNTEERS Volunteering is a great way to get connected with your community and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County - BBBSLC, hopes you will consider helping us help children and youth throughout our region.

BBBSLC is always looking for volunteers to assist us with in-school programs. The time commitment can be as little as one hour a week, scheduling is flexible and training is provided.

Volunteers are needed in the agency's After School Programs that run once a week for two hours, typically from 3 to 5 p.m. in Perth, Smiths Falls and Carleton Place schools. Each program involves some fun physical activity, a healthy nutritious snack and a chance for children to build a friendship with a caring adult. The program offers a fun way to give back to your community, for high school students to obtain volunteer hours and to engage in something that will be fulfilling and rewarding.

BBBSLC also offers Go Girls! and Game On! programs. Each program is for two hours a week for a seven-week period. The timing of the program is based on the volunteer's availability.

The program is held during school hours and it is a mentoring program for girls and boys to help them learn new and fun ways to get physically active and learn the nutritional value of balanced eating, while also giving them tools to help support them through adolescence.

BBBSLC is in need of women age 18 and over for the Go Girls! program and men age 18 and over for the Game On! program.

If you are looking to volunteer but find you do not have a lot of free time in your schedule, the agency also offers an In School Mentoring program where volunteers are matched with a mentee for one hour a week during school hours, enjoying what they both love to do (playing games, cooking, crafts, music, reading, etc.).

This is a great way to invest in a young person and see how much fun volunteering can be. All ages are welcome for this program and retirees in particular, have found this to be a great program to be involved with.

For people who have more time available, there are many boys and girls who are waiting for a traditional Big Brother, Big Sister, or Big Couple to spend three or four hours a week going out and enjoying what the mentor and mentee both enjoy doing.

During 2018, BBBSLC was able to serve over 750 children and youth across Lanark County. We are a volunteer-based charity that requires volunteers to help us run programs. Without volunteers these children would have not been able to take part in their positive and supportive mentoring programs.

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I don't know about you but I have two interlibrary loan books on my desk right now, that are enabling me to prepare a presentation to the Horticultural Society and research eastern Ontario history in order to write a period TV series. I belong to a book club that will no longer be able to afford to enjoy reading pretty well whatever book our interests take us to.

All public library collections are at least partially funded by our public money - through that base funding the Minister says he's protecting - the funding that hasn't changed since 1995. These collections are a shared public resource that must continue to be shared across the province in order to achieve any kind of efficiency across the system.

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This week I planned to think of something cheerful to write about - like maybe grammar - but I got sidetracked. Or maybe even sidelined. ("Phew," the readers say).

See, I was innocently walking into the grocery store the other day when, "BAM!" The left knee gave out. I grimaced, but limped on.

This occurrence is, unfortunately, not so unusual. If you have been following along, you may recall my knees are a bit arthritic and I had arthroscopic surgery on the left one almost two years ago to tidy up a torn meniscus.

It's a ticking time bomb.

My surgeon explained the next stop would likely either be a partial or a full knee replacement. "Carry on until it's unbearable," was the gist of the advice.

Usually it's not unbearable, but sometimes it konks out on me.

I have found it is important to keep moving through it, though, otherwise things seize up and don't work at all - including all of the other body parts. So, although I don't pound the pavement with a lot of walking (and no running anymore), I have kept up with karate, modifying things when necessary, and I've become a regular on the stationary bike.

Apparently, I am at that age when walking into the

grocery store is enough to kill a knee (you may recall I sprained my back last summer by bending over, from a seated position, to pick up a fluff ). I don't consider the knee thing an "injury." It's more like "ongoing deterioration and decrepitness."

So, I hobbled around the store and made it home. The twinging in my knee came and went throughout the evening. I went to karate class, determined to step off the mats if anything flared up, but we focused on punching things, which was awesome. Er, I mean, it was not an issue at all.

Late in the evening it twinged again ... to the point that weight bearing became problematic. That seemed like an excellent time to go to bed. Getting up to go to the bathroom in the night (another common feature of this age) was not so excellent. In fact, I thought I might pass out from the ouchiness of it all.

This has happened before, but it wasn't as bad.

The theory is that what's left of the meniscus is a bit battle weary. So little tears and flaps pop up like vicious little internal hangnails. I discovered, by accident, that a deep leg stretch can sometimes be enough to smooth them down. It's like snapping things back into place, and

it really hurts for a minute, but then it's OK. In the morning, though, the usual trick wasn't working. I could barely walk. I felt sick and dizzy. The knee wasn't bending well. It wasn't straightening well, either.

I was starting to think about which medical professional I should consult first, and I was anticipating borrowing Girlchild's abandoned crutches to get there.

And then, at the worst of it, when I was pretty sure I might not be able to leave the house, I bent my knee a certain way and whatever was out of place clicked back in. And "clicked" isn't far off.

There is a lot of snapping and clicking.

It's a magical feeling when intense pain is suddenly gone. I hope I never have to endure what chronic pain sufferers have to go through.

As I write this, I would label the current state of my knee as "unstable." It's mostly OK, peppered with occasional twinges that I hope don't get worse.

Possibly this knee has entered a new phase of unpleasantness and unreliability but, as Dory says, "Just keep swimming." Or karate-ing. Or stationary biking etc.

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WHEN THE CUTS FEEL TOO DEEP CATHY JAMES SPEAKS TO THE LATEST BUGET CUTS having a shared respect for one another's opinions is also important to remember and live out.

Lanark County Community Justice Program look to keep programming alive Throughout the month of April, the Lanark County Community Justice Program has been campaigning to keep its programming going. After witnessing some grant funding shortfalls, the LCCJP recognized that without further support, they were in danger of permanently closing its doors.

Each year, about 40 to 50 youth participate in the program and avoid a criminal record as a result of working through a restorative justice exercise that allows all affected parties to speak and be heard. Their court diversion program saves the province, on average, $8,500 per diversion.

Their 32 diversions in 2018 therefore saved the province over $250,000. To keep it going, the board of directors and acting executive director have pulled together to push out a 30 in 30 cam-

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Throughout the past few weeks, the provincial budget has stirred up emotions as we witness the resulting factor from each decision made at every budget line.

Whether it's within the education, literacy or healthcare stream, we're seeing how the budget can have such an impact on our everyday lives. So, how do you respond? What do you do?

While I'm no political junkie, I do think it's important to speak up for services and needs you believe in. While our MPP Randy Hillier is acting as an independent, write to him. Or the minister in charge.

While change happens, it's also important to stay engaged.

And, hey - if you're OK with the current political climate, then

paign to raise $30,000 in the month of April. As they get closer to the end of the month, they're getting closer to reaching their goal. Thanks to community groups, private donors and engaging supporters, the LCCJP hopes to meet their ultimate goal by their deadline. To learn more about the program and its campaign, you can visit their website at www.commjustice.org Young Musician? Sign up for the SPF Youth Showcase Coffeehouse If you're a young musician looking to get more quality stage time, then maybe you want to look into the Stewart Park Festival Youth Showcase Coffeehouse.

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Now that my kids are starting to embrace tradition associated with events, I recently asked them: what's your favourite part about the Festival of the Maples?

"The pancake breakfast," exclaims my son.

"Oh, good one!" I reply.

"And I like how they play music with the breakfast," he says.

"Oh...that's the Stewart Park Festival pancake breakfast," I explain. "The Maple Fest is when they close down the whole main street."

"Oh!" says my son with confidence. "You mean the Perth Fair."

"I have no idea what you're talking about," contributes my daughter.

We're still working on those traditions.

What's your favourite part of the Maple Fest? I'm all ears. Especially if you get the correct event.

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THE WAIT IS OVER: ADRIANNA FOSTER RECEIVES SECOND NEW HEART

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That's a powerful quote from a young Perth woman who is thankful to be alive after receiving a second new heart on April 8.

Adrianna Foster has had a successful second heart transplant, after living 19 years with her first transplant at the age of two.

In March of 2017, her health began to fail, and soon she was put on the heart transplant list for a second time - battling every day to live her best life, all the while promoting organ donor awareness every chance she got. Last fall, an event was held in Perth to help raise awareness for the cause.

Foster said that it was a roller-coaster from the time she received the call on Sunday, April 7, to having the transplant the next day. She posted that she was doing well, and was "beyond grateful to my donor and their decision for choosing organ donation."

She sent all her love and support to the donor family, and asked her followers to do the same.

"We all know that it is a happy time for us but at the same time others are grieving with their loss. Thank you for all the love and support."

Throughout these past two years, Foster has lived her life one day at a time, hoping to make it through.

"I had days where I would wake up and worry about not making it to the end of the day, I took my life one hour at a time some days," she wrote.

"Someone told me 'you are too strong to not make it.' I held on to that and thought of it everyday. I had to learn to read my body, take things slower, let s--t go, live in the moment and do the best you can."

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On April 8 she received a second heart transplant after living with her first one for 19 years. The 21-year-old from Perth said she's grateful to the organ donor's family, and for all the support she's received. of not having dialysis. I was able to stay on the transplant list for the whole two years, that was such a huge accomplishment to me. I also was able to live at home for my wait like my first transplant."

A photo appears of her on her Facebook page standing beside her hospital bed, hooked up to heart monitors; her chest bandaged. She's sporting a huge grin, with her hand in the air and a big thumbs-up. She states: "I am so proud of these scars!" That photo was taken six days post-op.

Foster said that words couldn't express how happy she was to make it through these past two years alive.

She thanked those who supported her through this journey, and those who are so accepting of Adrianna's Army and what it stands for: organ donation awareness.

Foster has been diligent with her crusade, and to kick off April as Organ Donation Awareness Month, she had a segment on CTV Ottawa where she spoke of the vital need to receive a new heart before her time ran out.

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PERTH GEARS UP FOR 43RD FESTIVAL OF THE MAPLES MOLLY READ Get ready for some maple madness!

On Saturday, April 27 the annual Festival of the Maples returns to Perth. Fun for all ages, this year the festival will host upwards of 170 vendors with all sorts of maple goodies, as well as live music, children's activities, and much more!

The free festival will feature several prominent and awardwinning maple producers from Lanark and the surrounding areas. "There are some really interesting maple products out there now," said Amber Hall, general manager of the Perth and District Chamber of Commerce. Whether it's taffy on snow, maple candy floss, maple-soaked fish, or maple vinaigrette, there's something for everyone.

"We're hoping for a good day," noted Jennifer Perkin, the festival co-ordinator.

Rain or shine, the festival goes on. In previous years, the festival has brought more than 15,000 people to the town for the day with its myriad of activities.

The festivities begin on the Main Stage with the Smiths Falls Gordon Pipe Band at 10 a.m., following by the opening ceremonies at 10:30 a.m.

Local radio personalities will MC and later in the day the stage will also feature the Rick Knowles Band, RedFox Band, and Doubleback, as well as the Sap-Tapping and Wood Cookie Challenge at 1 p.m. Several musical acts will also be performing on the sidewalks during the festival.

Before the festivities begin, you can grab a pancake breakfast from the Perth Legion, from 8 to 11 p.m.

The rest of the day is filled with music, food and shopping for adults, and a variety of activities for kids.

With the large variety of ven-

dors, there's plenty of shopping, and many of the Gore Street shops also participate with sidewalk sales, and all will remain open throughout the event.

Children's musical workshops will be hosted in the Crystal Palace, which will also be home to Aboriginal drumming demonstrations.

Outside the Crystal Palace in the Maple Play Park, kids can enjoy pony rides, a petting zoo, facepainting and even rock-climbing.

The Firedawgs will be putting on sports demonstrations in the Maple Play Park, and the Perth Fire Department will be running a safety-based obstacle course.

The festival does require significant setup, so there will be no parking on Gore Street or in the Tay Basin from midnight through April 27.

To avoid any parking stress, visitors can park at Perth's Algonquin College campus, and take a shuttle over to the festivities.

Hall noted that this is the 43rd edition of the Festival of the Maples. This year's festival will be another wonderful celebration of all things maple.

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PANCAKE BREAKFAST TO HELP WITH UPKEEP OF HOPETOWN COMMUNITY CENTRE The North Lanark Trappers Council will be hosting a pancake breakfast on April 27, from 8 a.m. until noon at the Hopetown Community Centre, which is located at 5633 Hwy. 511, 10 kilometres north of Lanark.

Pancakes with fresh maple syrup, sausage and baked beans, coffee, tea and juice will be served at a cost of $8 per person.

Children under eight years of age eat for free.

All proceeds from pancake breakfast will go to the upkeep of the Hopetown Community Centre. This historic building was originally a one-room school house that was built in 1875 and closed when the Maple Grove School was opened in Lanark in 1970. The school was maintained by the Hopetown Women's Institute until it was moved to its current location in 1999.

A raffle will be held for a number of donated items including an adult and youth fishing rod and tackle box combo, a pair of handmade moose hide mitts, a $100 gift certificate from Best Western Plus Perth Parkside Inn and Spa in Perth as well as several insulated water bottles. Tickets for the raffle are $2 each or three for $5. All proceeds from the raffle will go toward the Hopetown Community Centre Children's Christmas Party and Family Fun Day held in July.

For more information please contact Doug Sonnenburg at 613-253-6656 or Laurie Whyte at 613-259-3283.

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Registration for the 2019 Soccer season is open. Registration Bicycling Tay Valley will help! forms are available for pickup at the Municipal Office or can Bicycling Valley will start mid-April on Thursday evenings. be filled Tay out online at www.tayvalleytwp.ca under “Resident Information Sessions will be held the first 2 weeks at the Services, Recreation Programs”. Early bird registration fees Maberly Hall 172 Maberly-Elphin Road, Bike Ride Sessions will are $35.00 until April 16th after April 16th fees are $45.00. start from the Maberly Rink.

Soccer games are held on Monday evenings Information Session - April 18th & 25th at 7:00 at the Glen Tay Public School (multiple fields) p.m. from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., starting on May 27th Introduction to Bicycling: and running and/or until JulyUpdate 29th. Register early as (approx.

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10 minuteor information recap necessary) Vulnerable Sector Checks are required, and 50 minute ride – Road 36 to Maberly Station a letter can be provided by the Municipal Road to Tay Havlock Trail to Armstrong Line &Office back in order to apply for one. If you already have a Vulnerable Sector Check completed and approved, Check outcan Bicycling Tay Valley at your application form to the a copy be submitted with http://www.tayvalleytwp.ca/en/resident-services/bicycling-tay-valley.asp Corporate Assistant. and sign up for the Recreation eNews to get all the information and updates by email.

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“Special” Council Meeting May 7th, 2019 – 5:30 p.m.

Public Meeting – Zoning By-Law Amendment May 7th – 6:00 p.m.

Committee of the Whole May 14th, 2019 – 6:00 p.m.

“Special” Council Meeting May 21st, 2019 – 6:00 p.m.

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One of the Blue Skies Fiddle Orchestra’s major fundraising events planned for 2019 is the 8th annual JAM-A-THON. Each year the Jama-thon has grown as more and more folks come to enjoy the toe-tapping music and laughter.

On Saturday, May 4th the Maberly Hall will be filled with fiddlers as well as guitar, mandolin, penny whistle, viola, cello players and the like. Players can drop in to the music circle anytime during the day from 12:00 to 5:00 pm. All ages of participants may bring tunes for all in the circle to play (or sing). Folks are welcome to sing along or just to watch. Admission is free.

At 2:00 pm there will be a massive pie auction, with the proceeds going to support the Fiddle Orchestra’s ongoing programs.

Refreshments will be available for players throughout the day.

Support the orchestra by sponsoring an orchestra member or by getting your own sponsors. Players obtain sponsors, collect the funds and bring them to the Maberly Hall on Saturday May 4th.

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LANARK LODGE STUDY WILL DETERMINE ITS FUTURE Continued from page 7

findings back to the county council table.

"This is going to be one of the most significant decisions made during this term of council and we need to get it right," Bingley stressed. "We're not at that point."

She also noted there are a lot of unknowns right now in terms of legislation with Bill 74, known as The People's Health Care Act. It passed first reading on Feb. 26 and if enacted, would establish a new Connecting Care Act that Bingley said would have "significant impact with respect to redevelopment options and responsibilities." Those include the creation of a central agency, Ontario Health, and integrated care delivery systems.

Warden Richard Kidd (Beckwith Reeve) agreed that this is the biggest decision "in this council chambers in decades."

"We're not experts. We do not know the whole picture," he said.

"Once the field is a little bit clearer of what's going on in the province, we should hire a very good consultant to go through all of the options, different models, and then we can decide what to do."

Coun. Christa Lowry (Mississippi Mills Mayor) wondered if it was premature to speculate about additional beds for the facility.

"I don't have that information, which is part of the problem," Bingley admitted. "It's a source of frustration for staff. There's no provincial strategy for where beds should be placed or demand

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... it's left up to municipalities to figure out."

"The only thing I can say safely is there has to be combinations of 32 beds in each resident area to meet the regulations."

In good condition Lanark Lodge, located at 115 Christie Lake Road and originally built in 1966, encompasses 126,000 square feet and four wings - A, B, C and D. Both A and B wings (45,900 and 21,600 square feet, respectively), were constructed in 1966, have three floors and were renovated in 1991. The two-floor C wing, 16,800 square feet, was built in 1977 and underwent a renovation in 1992. D wing, built in 1988 and 42,120 square feet, has three floors. Residents from across Lanark County call it home.

According to Michele Dredge of Dredge Leahy Architects Inc., the feasibility study really came down to "space."

"Can we fit the design standards into the existing building?" she stated. "The buildings are

kept in very good condition but the special standards are very, very prescriptive. It becomes an onerous project to consider to renovate."

She said a larger building, higher than two to three stories, could be constructed in front of the current one. "You're talking about renovating a 30-year-old renovation in a 60-year-old building with 60-year-old infrastructure."

An electrical review was also conducted by Vanderwesten & Rutherford Associates Inc. "In a nutshell, or findings are that the mechanical/electrical infrastructure is between 30 and 50 years old," explained senior electrical engineer Sharon Barr. "It's beyond the life cycle and in need of replacement."

THE ISSUE: LANARK LODGE MUST COME INTO ACCORDANCE WITH PROVINCIAL DESIGN STANDARDS BY 2025.

LOCAL IMPACT: THE LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY IS HOME TO 163 RESIDENTS FROM ACROSS LANARK COUNTY. IF COUNTY COUNCIL ENDORSES A COMPLETE REBUILD, IT WOULD COST BETWEEN $73-76 MILLION.

STORY BEHIND THE STORY

Lanark Lodge, originally constructed in 1966 with its most recent renovation in 1991, has until 2025 to meet Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care design standards. A feasibility study was commissioned in 2018 as a first step to look at possible options for renovation or rebuild.

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FEDERAL ELECTION

LANARK HIGHLANDS' STEVE KOTZE WINS LANARK-FRONTENAC-KINGSTON FEDERAL GREEN NOMINATION BECOME A FAMILY HOME PROVIDER MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A UNIQUE AND REWARDING WAY Family Home Providers are people who have chosen to open their homes and their lives to a person with an intellectual disability.

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DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@ metroland.com Lanark Highlands Township resident Steve Kotze was the victor in a three-way race to be the Green Party candidate in Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston in the October federal election.

"I thank you all for being here, and for your support.

I'm going to need it," Kotze said to a packed upstairs hall at Perth's McMartin House on Wednesday, April 10. "We are going places. We are going to do a good job, and we are going to give Scott Reid a run for his money," he said of the incumbent Conservative MP, who has been in office since 2000.

Kotze thanked his challengers, Tay Valley Township's Douglas Barr, and Perth's Kelvin Hodges, for being "exceptional candidates." There were 45 ballots cast in a preferred ranked ballot, but Kotze won on the first round of counting.

With 72 people in attendance, former Green candidate Anita Payne noted that it was the largest Green nomination meeting in the riding's history.

"This is really exciting to have a contested nomination," said Payne, before she explained the ranked balloting system that would select the night's winner, as the Green Party is a proponent of proportional representation. The winner would need to get more than 50 per cent of the votes cast, and "they can't win with 39 per cent of the vote," she joked.

OPENING REMARKS Barr began his pitch to Green voters by laying all his cards out on the table.

"Everything I needed to learn about life, I learned playing poker," he said, playing with friends in Toronto

once a month. But he got tired of losing money with lousy hands. One night, he said, "Ok boys, it's time to play to win." He had a few bad cards he was dealt - but "I bet like it was an ace." He later got dealt a few decent cards which, taken all together, "turned out that I had a good hand and I won."

This showed him that sometimes, one needs to make a "leap of faith."

He noted that the political winds are always changing.

The Liberals were founded in 1861, the New Democrats in 1961, and the Greens in 1983. While some parties have come and gone (Union Nationale, Social Credit, Reform, etc.) "this is our time."

Having lived in the Arctic for four years, he said that when it comes to climate change, and what he has seen up north, "I'm seriously alarmed," which is why he is doing his bit for the environment by living in a strawbuilt cabin.

In terms of policies he supported, he wanted to "end oil and gas subsidies," to that part of the energy sector, while urging the government to "tax the rich," and set up a "bulk medicine buying," agency which would pass savings on to patients.

Kotze looked about the room, and his fellow candidates, and said that "we have a good group and we are going somewhere." He acknowledged the perception challenge, and the reality of past political voting patterns, that this is a true-blue riding.

"Scott Reid and the Tories have this riding pretty well sewn up," he said, echoing the oft-heard saying. "We keep being told, over and over again," that dislodging the Tories will be near-impossible.

But he agreed with Barr that "this is our time. It's go-

ing to take a collective effort." It will require "a collective effort," he said, but "people are ready for a change.

People are tired of the stranglehold the Conservatives have on this riding."

In closing, he said he was running for the nomination because "I want a future for my kids and my grandkids who are here ... and people not yet born," because "our planet is in crisis."

Hodges said he wanted to paint himself as the "action candidate." He said he was impressed with the turnout, joking that "I thought I was going to be talking to 12 people," that night. He urged a pragmatic approach to the election, pulling out a sailing metaphor, that while mariners are guided by the stars, "we sail on the wind and tide."

His approach was to show that green energy can bring "huge benefits to the economy," and create "huge wealth to the middle class," he said.

One example of this was pointing out that electric cars have one-sixth of the operating costs of a fossil-fuel powered car. Another example was that the future economy will be green, with three renewable energy jobs created for every one "dirty" energy job.

In 1928, the U.S. Republican Party promised, in a print ad, that if Herbert Hoover was elected that year as president, there would be a "chicken in every pot. And a car in every backyard, to boot." (However, the quote trace its roots back to Henry IV of France, who said "I want there to be no peasant in my realm so poor that he will not have a chicken in his pot every Sunday.")

Hodges put his own spin on this slogan, promising "an electric car in every garage, and clean food on every plate."

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

You could smell the earth after the snow had melted away. The trees were starting to bud and the sun was warm on our backs. Ditches along the Northcote Side Road were full of water from the melted snow, running so clear you could see flattened green grass underneath.

Every school day, Velma and I couldn't wait to get to the Northcote Side Road to walk in those water-filled

ditches. This meant going down the Rink Road instead of Plaunt going home, which added a good mile to our walk. But the longer walk meant longer ditches.

And that's what we wanted: longer water-filled ditches.

Rarely did we go against our mothers' orders, at least not if we were within earshot or eyesight. Their orders were "stay out of the ditches, you'll catch your death of pneumonia." We had been caught once, and ever since we had to be very, very careful not to be seen.

But coming home from school this time of year,

those orders went in one ear and out the other! Velma and I loved to walk in the water-filled ditches!

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

At first it was a shock when our feet hit the icecold water, but soon the numbness went up to our knees, and our legs turned beet-red. If we heard a car coming, and they were few and far between, we'd scurry out of the ditch and

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crouch down looking as if we were just peering into the water, or we'd hurry behind a tree if one was handy.

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

Of course, walking in the water-filled ditches meant we didn't want anyone walk-

ing with us. So we dallied at school until everyone was headed home, or we would saunter along the road leaving behind classmates or brothers or sisters, all who were anxious to put another school day behind them.

Too soon the spring weather would dry up the ditches. Each day we could see less and less water. What was left never did get any warmer, however. And our legs would still be beet red when we forced our stockings back on.

We never got pneumonia, but like everyone else at the Northcote School, we did get colds and runny noses. Velma and I blamed it on our not wearing the little bag of chopped onions around our necks Mrs. Beam insisted kept us

healthy. We hated them with a passion. Or we blamed it on Two Mile Herman from Junior Third who seemed to be always sniffling and rubbing his nose on the sleeve of his shirt. It was never because we had walked in the icy water filled ditches!

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ONE MAN SHOW: NEWLY INDEPENDENT MPP RANDY HILLIER SPEAKS OUT DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@ metroland.com

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So, what happens now, Randy?

After weeks twisting in the wind, when Randy Hillier was temporarily suspended from the Progressive Conservative caucus at Queen's Park, on March 15 came the word that the Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston MPP was now permanently no longer a Tory.

This has led to several questions about what happens next to the rebel MPP who has been in office since 2007, having been re-elected three times since then. In an area that has been a conservative bastion, for the most part, federally and provin-

cially for decades, having an independent MPP is uncharted territory.

But Hillier, in a practical sense, the only real thing that has changed is his email address (RHillier@ola.org, as he can no longer use his PC caucus email.)

Other than that, his office budget remains the same, as does pretty much everything else, so far as constituents can see.

"Nothing changes in a functional or practical sense," said Hillier, during an interview at his Perth constituency office on Friday, April 12. Now that he is no longer in the P.C. caucus, he chuckled that being an independent is "not a little liberating. (It's) a whole lot liberating ... to once again have

Desmond Devoy/Metroland Independent MPP Randy Hillier (Lanark-FrontenacKingston) stands between a copy of the Canadian Bill of Rights (1960) and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (1982) in his Perth constituency office on Friday, April 12. the ability to express the concerns (of my riding)."

That's why he is quick to squelch the "false understanding" he has been hearing from his constituents that there is some sort of "diminishment" of his ability to represent them at Queen's Park because he is no longer in the Tory fold, or that "the riding will not be heard." As it is, "nobody in the P.C. caucus has a voice in decisionmaking," as it is.

It is his contention that this expulsion may be a

blessing in disguise. When the Liberals were in office, he noticed that the party wanted "to show that people should vote for the government," so it was easy for them to say, "Yeah, we'll give you money for the Carleton Place hospital."

That being said, questions continue to be raised by constituents.

OFFICE SPACE Firstly, Hillier and MP Scott Reid will not be splitting up their shared offices,

THE QUESTION: WHAT HAPPENS NOW THAT RANDY HILLIER IS AN INDEPENDENT MPP? THE CONCLUSION: IN A PRACTICAL SENSE ONLY HIS EMAIL CHANGES, BUT HIS IS NOW MORE FREE TO SPEAK. after Hillier's expulsion.

Reid, the Conservative MP for Lanark-FrontenacKingston, shares constituency offices with Hillier in Carleton Place and Perth.

While Hillier now sits as an Independent MPP, Reid noted that "we were never in the same party," to start with as the federal Conservatives are a separate party from the Ontario Progressive Conservatives. "There is no Progressive Conservative Party of Canada any more,"

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Reid said during an interview on March 26. So any "formal link has ceased to exist," in 2003 with the merger of the old federal PC's with the Canadian Alliance, the party Reid first ran for in 2000 when he first became an MP. Reid stressed that most queries to their joint offices "cross partisan boundaries anyways," as they pertain to matters like passports or birth certificates.

There are times when there are logistical matters at play, such as "which rent cheque gets sent to which level of government," he said. However, having a onestop-shop continues to be cost-effective, he believes.

Reid has made his support of Hillier very public, and noted that Hillier was removed from caucus "not by his peers, but by the premier's office," as Hillier had butted heads with members of Premier Ford's staff.

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NEW CAFÉ IN PERTH OPENS WITH FLAIR FOR TEA AND TOAST LAURIE WEIR ljweir@metroland.com There's a new café in town; a place to hang out with friends, or with a book, grab a tea, or a java and just chill.

Maggie Shannan recently opened Maggie's Tea & Toast Café on the corner of Foster and Gore streets in Perth.

The young entrepreneur is offering loose-leaf teas, and coffee - both hot and cold - as well as a variety of toast and spreads.

She opened her doors just two weeks ago.

"I'm happy with how it's been going," she said from behind the counter, on April 17, as she prepared one of her specialty teas lemon grass and eucalyptus.

With a long line of female entrepreneurs in her life, including three grand-

mothers, Shannan said, "A woman in 1930 was obviously not granted the same social graces in starting their business as I was, and this is thanks to our social, economic, cultural and political progression as a society.

I feel honoured to carry on the tradition, proving that the place for women is wherever they want to be."

Shannan said she always loved teas of all kinds, and it was a perfect fit to open a café where her patrons can sit for a while, enjoy a tea or coffee with some toast, smoothies, or a pastry. She has local bread from Sunflower Bake Shop and Cafe, and pastries from Smiths Falls' Noal Pantry.

Environmentally friendly straws and cups, that look and feel like plastic, are compost friendly as they're made from corn.

"They've been so supportive," Shannan said of

Laurie Weir/Metroland Maggie Shannan opened Maggie's Tea & Toast Cafe at the corner of Gore and Foster streets in Perth on April 7, 2019 the two businesses that have been providing bread and pastries.

As a Queen's University student who studied philosophy, she was always writing term papers or study-

ing at one of the many cafés in the city.

"I love tea, and I love the café culture; I love sitting in a cosy space where I can work on a laptop or read a book," she said.

Having her own business is something she could only imagine, and as luck would have it - or not.

She was in a c car crash on her 17th birthday, April 30, eight years ago. Left for dead on the side of the road after hitting a telephone pole, she was saved by a passing firefighter, Jeremy Adam.

"If he hadn't come along when he did, I would have died," she said.

Shannan had broken vertebrae and was airlifted to Kingston General Hospital. She was in a coma for a month.

It was two years after her accident she started to have significant back problems. She had resumed running and had a full caseload at university. Her doctors told her she needed to slow down a bit, "but I didn't listen to them," she said.

As a result, her spine began to deteriorate. Soon she needed two spinal surgeries, where six vertebrae were fused. She also had neck surgeries.

Some days are better than others, and she uses a wheelchair when she needs to.

"I have learned to appreciate what I have," she said.

Her family, friends and fiancé have been her biggest cheerleaders.

"I'm so grateful for the new opportunities that I have been given."

The café will have a grand opening on April 20.

Business hours are from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Find her on Facebook. Call 613-201-4500 for more information, or visit www.maggiesteaandtoastcafe.com.

The café is at 1 Gore St. W. in Perth.

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Another question that constituents have had regards whether correspondence to the provincial government should now go to a neighbouring Progressive Conservative MPP instead.

We put this question to the office of Steve Clark, the MPP for Leeds-GrenvilleThousand Islands and Rideau Lakes. In an email reply dated Tuesday, April 9, Michael Jiggins, Clark's executive assistant, wrote that: "Mr. Hillier continues to serve as the Member of Provincial Parliament for Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston. As such, constituents in his riding with inquiries or correspondence about the provincial government should continue to send them to his office."

THE FUTURE Former Liberal MP Jane Philpott (Markham-Stouffville) this week said that she was considering running for re-election in this fall's federal election as either a Green, a New Democrat, or an Independent.

For Hillier, the next Ontario election will not be until 2022, barring the unforeseen. So, will he run as an independent? Or take up the lead of his former political ally, Carleton-Mississippi Mills MPP Jack MacLaren, who joined the Trillium Party of Ontario after he left the provincial Tories?

Hillier won't say.

"I've been approached by many parties," he said, though he would not be drawn on which ones, only to say that it was more than one party. "Just about every party has approached me," he added, though when Trillium or Maxime Bernier's People's Party were mentioned, he would not be drawn on the matter.

"It's over three years to the next election," he said.

"It's a long time. The political landscape is ever-chang-

ing ... I have no interest in making a determination on what I may do in three years."

And what about retiring in three years time?

"I don't see why I wouldn't continue," he said, in 2022, "running for a different party, running as an independent."

HOW DID WE GET HERE? Just over two months ago, Hillier was a member of the P.C. fold.

After more than a decade as an opposition MPP, he was finally on the government side at Queen's Park.

On Feb. 20, after he made his infamous "Yadda, yadda, yadda," comment to Hamilton Mountain MPP Monique Taylor (which was picked up by some as being directed at parents of autistic children seated in the public gallery, which Hillier has always denied), "I received a phone call to inform me that I was suspended, without an opportunity to have a conversation," or otherwise defend himself, he recalled. "I thought that was knee-jerk overreaction. It was a pretext. The fix was in," he said, repeating his claim that, at an Aug. 2, 2018 meeting with Premier Doug Ford's chief of staff, Dean French, told him that "he wanted me out of caucus."

In the interim period, during his temporary suspension, there were negotiations going on between Hillier's office and "an un-elected emissary," taking part "in negotiations about my return," from Ford's office.

Those negotiations, he said, were "not going well." There were conditions that were, he said, "egregious and reprehensible."

On the afternoon of Friday, March 15, Hillier was meeting with constituents in Perth when "we received an email," telling him he was

"permanently expelled," from the ruling party.

"There is no such thing as permanent in politics," said Hillier. During his temporary suspension he had noticed an "ongoing campaign

by Doug (Ford's) operatives to discredit me," to launch an "attack on (my) character, (and) integrity." As such, "I didn't have a great deal of optimism about getting back into caucus."

PAST AS PROLOGUE He noted the similarities between his expulsion and that of former attorney general Jody Wilson-Raybould from the federal Liberals. In both cases, there was "a decision by the leader, instead of a vote by caucus," to terminate their standing within their respective parties.

Earlier on the morning of April 12, Hillier had been interviewed on CFOS 560 AM in Owen Sound by his friend and former Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound MPP Bill Murdoch, who was himself kicked out of the P.C. caucus - but only after a vote by other MPPs. Murdoch was dismissed from the caucus on Sept. 18, 2008, but was able to rejoin the party on April 23, 2009, according to the Ontario legislature website. He had been kicked out for criticizing leader John Tory.

When the Ford government was first elected last June, Hillier felt that there was "a desire to hear from caucus members" at first.

But once the initial euphoria began to wear off, he felt that the "back room operatives were displacing caucus."

While he said he understands the need for cabinet solidarity, and a degree of party cohesion, he felt that the Tory ranks were quickly being made into "a cult. It's no longer a team. It's (an) unending display of adoration for the leader."

STORY BEHIND THE STORY:

After being permanently suspended from the PC caucus in March, MPP Randy Hillier is speaking his mind about what he sees as a personality "cult" in his old party, the Progressive Conservatives.

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STOREY, Barbara Edna

Retired Elementary School Teacher with the North York Board of Education and long-time volunteer at Southlake RHC Newmarket, passed away peacefully in Smith Falls Hospital on April 2 surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of the late Frank Storey, mother of Mark Mulrenin and Paul Storey, mother in law to Barb Mulrenin, grandmother to Lauren (Glenn McCaig) and Colin Mulrenin (Marisha Laine) and Keegan Meyers (Misha Smart). Great-grandmother to Cooper Meyers-Smart. Loving friend of Sharon Graydon. Sadly missed by all of the Doherty family, and relatives in England.

Barbara and her family emigrated to Canada in 1964 settling in the Toronto area and were later joined by her parents John and Grace Braun. She loved music and sang in her father’s big band during the war. She participated in amateur dramatics in England and was most recently on stage in Keswick Ontario. Barbara took an early retirement from teaching to spend time with her husband Frank and they enjoyed activities and travel with Frank’s fellow retirees from Ontario Hydro. Following her grand-daughter Lauren and partner Glenn McCaig’s purchase of a farm in Elizabethtown-Kitley, and son Mark and wife Barb moving to Smiths Falls, Barbara chose to enter the Chartwell Van Horne Retirement Residence in September and had many happy memories of the people and activities there. Many thanks to Smiths Falls Hospital 2nd floor for the superlative care which she received. Thanks also to the staff at Chartwell Van Horne Retirement Residence. A Celebration of Barbara’s life will take place on Friday April 26, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at the Taylor Funeral Home in Newmarket. For those who wish, memorial donations in memory of Barbara may be made to the Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation (Palliative Care). Condolences/donations/tributes please visit www.blairandson.com

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Henry Joseph McBride

Henry (Hank) McBride 91, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2019 in much the same way he lived his life, with quiet dignity and courage, his family by his side and with the admiration and respect of those who came to know him. The eldest son of the late John and Laurette McBride, he was pre-deceased by his sister Dorothy, wife and mother of his children, José and daughter Susan. Henry will be deeply and forever missed by his beloved wife Judith (Pennington), sisters Therésè and Hélene, and brother John Charles (Doreen).

Dad’s love, goodness, wisdom and unfailing patience will provide lasting guidance and solace to his children John (Caulette), Peter (Winnie), and Julie (Fern). Poppa’s soft heart will beat lovingly forever for his grandchildren Julia, Daniel, Ainslie, Joseph and Louis and for his great-grand children Adele and Thomas. Fondly remembered by his stepchildren Richard Purcell (Cassie), David Purcell (Bonnie) and their children Sophie, Asa, Wesley and Jack, and many nieces and nephews. Born on August 26th, 1927 in Ottawa. He attended St. Pat’s College. He raised his family in Smiths Falls, where he established and ran Hank’s Tire Shop for over 30 years. Henry shared his passion for the outdoors; skiing, cycling, paddling, and life at the cottage with his family. He enjoyed exploring Canada, reading, music, and sharing good food, wine and conversation with family and friends. A service will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at Pinecrest Remembrance Services - 2500 Baseline Rd., Ottawa at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Bruyère Foundation would be most gratefully appreciated. A special thank you to the staff at Grace Manor in Ottawa.

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BETTY PUDDY

January 17, 1929 - April 14, 2019 Peacefully in her 91st year. Predeceased by husband Dennis Nov. 14, 1987. Mum to Valerie (Mike), Walter (Cheryl), Denis (Marie), Gail (Kevin), Victor. Grandma to Randy, Rodney, Melanie, Mark, Wayne, Kyle, Amy, Colin. Great-grandma to 8. Predeceased by son Timothy, grandson Christopher. Graveside service at a later date. Thank you to Dundas Manor and Bayfield Manor for the excellent care received over the last few years.

Doucett, Laureen Susan

(nee Brunke) July 4, 1957 April 15, 2019 Peacefully at the Carleton Place Hospital with her husband and children by her side after a too-short, but still exceedingly stubborn, life. Laureen had a wicked sense of humour and wrote an open letter to everyone she leaves behind. It can be viewed at https://tinyurl.com/y3a5nvkl. She is survived by her husband Richard; son Allan, daughter Heather (Rodney); son Michael (Jake); sister Rhonda (Haddon); and brother Matthew (Stephanie) and many nieces and nephews. As per her meticulous instructions there will be a celebration of life at the Carleton Place Legion, 177 George St, Carleton Place on May 12, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers a donation to your local no-kill animal shelter, your local food bank, or the Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital Foundation in her memory is appreciated.

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Daye, Gordon Edward

Peacefully at the Smiths Falls District Hospital on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at the age of 73. Cherished husband of Sandra Daye (nee Reil). Loving father of Cynthia Denise Daye and loving grandfather to Skye Tyler Edward Baker. Predeceased by his parents Edward and Margaret Daye (nee Evans), and his siblings Alan and Cheryl.

Sadly missed by his brother Kenneth (Cheryl), his sisters-in-law Daleanne, Shirley (late Charles) Yellen, Marilyn (David) Twigg, and brothers-in-law Delanor (Theresa) Reil, and Brian (Karen) Reil. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends were received at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Monday, April 22, 2019 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm and 6:00pm 8:00pm. A funeral service was held in the Chapel at 12:00pm on Tuesday, April 23, 2019.

Interment followed at Hillcrest Cemetery.

As expressions of sympathy donations to the Smiths Falls District Hospital - Intensive Care Unit would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

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D’Auchapt, Elizabeth

December 18, 1931 April 14, 2019 Peacefully, surrounded by her family at Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Sunday April 14, 2019.

Liz D’Auchapt of Garden Villa, Winchester in her 88th year, beloved wife of the late Sylvio D’Auchapt (2008). Loving mother of Robert (Jane) of Kemptville and Henry (Peter) of Toronto.

Special Nana to Deanna of Ottawa. At the request of Elizabeth there will be no services at this time. In Elizabeth’s memory donations can be made to the Winchester District Memorial Hospital Foundation. Arrangements in care of the Kemptville Chapel of Hulse Playfair and McGarry, 805 Prescott Street (Kemptville).

Condolences/Tributes/Donations Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca 613-258-2435

MEEKS, Margaret Jean Bernice

(nee: Horne) At Pine Meadow Nursing Home, Northbrook, on Monday, April 15, 2019. Jean Meeks, of Northbrook, in her 81st year. Daughter of the late Albert & Kathleen Horne. Wife of the late Albert Meeks. Mother of Cathy (Bill) Rahm, Linda (Larry) Knox, Dorothy Knox, Karen (Gary) Bridger, Bert (Edna) Meeks, Bonnie (Ross) Cooper, Doug (Lori) Meeks, and Mike (Holly) Meeks. Grandmother to 16 and great grandmother to 8. Sister of Ken (late Mary) Horne, Arnold (Linda) Horne, Maureen (late Ron) Twilliger, and Eleanor (Otto) Sargent.

Predeceased by her siblings Betty (Harry) Meeks, Donna Horne, Archie Horne, Jack Horne, Winston Horne, Bert Horne, brother-inlaw Frank (Eleanor) Meeks, sons-in-law Bernie Boegel and Jim Knox, and her granddaughter Melissa Meeks. Friends were received at the McConnell Funeral Home, Tweed, on Thursday, April 18, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. with funeral service held at 1:00 p.m. Spring interment Dempsey Cemetery.

Donations made to the Land O’ Lakes Northbrook Food Bank or the Salvation Army would be appreciated.

King, Keith

CHEVALIER, Rita

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

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

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

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

Condolences/Memories/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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HODGINS, Clarence

PEPPER, Andrew

Passed away suddenly in Smiths Falls on Friday, March 29, 2019 at the age of 21.

Cherished son of Brent and Kelly Pepper (nee Wallace). Loving brother of Curtis Cooper (Elisha). He will be sadly missed by his aunts and uncles; Debbie (Jim) Metcalfe, Joseph (Renata) Pepper, Cecil (Freda) Pepper, Pat Pepper and Lorna Lewis. He will be sadly missed by his dog and faithful companion Baine, along with his many cousins and extended family and his many friends. He is predeceased by his grandparents Mary Wallace and Andrew and Annabelle Pepper (nee MacDonald).

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

Condolences/Memories/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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

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

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

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

Arrangements Entrusted Into The Care Of C.R. Gamble Funeral Home and Chapel Inc., 127 Church St. Almonte ON, 613-256-3313 Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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HOLLISTER, Brenda

With family by her side, Brenda Hollister (nee Birtch) passed away peacefully, after a short illness, at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital on Wednesday April 17, 2017 at the age of 57. Beloved wife of the late Gregory Hollister.

Much loved mother of Lindsey Hollister (Cory Westwood) and Aaron Hollister (Holly).

Cherished grandmother of Charlie. Dear sister of Brian Birtch (Penny), Kyle Birtch, Steve Curtis (Christine) and Craig Curtis (Heather).

Loving daughter of Shirley Curtis. (Don Predeceased). Predeceased by her father Eldon Birtch. Sadly missed by her step mother Doris Birtch. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. A Graveside service will be held at the Union Cemetery on Saturday, April 27 at 3:00 pm. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Toledo Legion Br# 475 on Sunday, April 28 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. As expressions of sympathy donations made to the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital or to the Autism Society would be appreciated by the family.

Online condolences at www.tompkinsfuneralhome.ca IN THE CARE OF TOMPKINS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES 63 GARDEN STREET GANANOQUE K7G 2T8 (613) 382-3088

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McDONNELL, Madeleine Marion (nee Kirkham) Madeleine passed away peacefully with family, while in palliative care, at the John Parrott Centre in Napanee on Saturday, April 20th, 2019 in her 93rd year. She was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Herrick McDonnell, and her parents, John and Mildred (nee Parks) Kirkham. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair and Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Thursday April 25th, 2019 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Friday, April 26th at 10:30 A.M. Family and friends are invited to share refreshments and a Celebration of Life following the service in the Blair and Son Family Centre. Interment at Crawford Cemetery. Madeleine had a long, rewarding career working at the Public Health Unit in Sharbot Lake. Madeleine, along with her husband Herrick, were Frontenac County School bus operators for 37 years. They also received an Agricultural Service Diploma for meritorious service to Agriculture for their exceptional farming contribution in crops and livestock, primarily their herd of Hereford cattle. Madeleine has had many celebrations shared with friends and family including her 87th Birthday Party at Briargate Seniors Residence, and most recently her 90th birthday party at the John Parrott Centre.

Many friends and family have spent memorable evenings at “the farm” including lots of music with fiddle, piano and guitar.

Invariably, at some point through the evening, Madeleine would disappear from the piano, and you knew that she was preparing food, because you always had to eat before leaving.

Madeleine will be fondly remembered for her excellent gardening skills, her handcrafts, her amazing chording on the piano, her delicious meals, and her wonderful hospitality.

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HALPIN, Dianne (nee Meade)

Retired Registered Nurse Passed away peacefully at the Smiths Falls Hospital surrounded by her family on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at the age of 89.

Beloved wife and best friend for over 67 years of John Halpin.

Loving and devoted mother of Bruce (Cindy) Halpin and Margo (Doug) Loughren.

Cherished grandmother of Deena (Luke) Bell and Jason and Kris Loughren. Dianne is predeceased by her parents James and Winnifred (Miskelly) Meade and her siblings Bob (Dorcas) Meade and Elizabeth (Hap) Emms. There will be a private graveside service to take place at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery at a later date. All are invited to a celebration of Dianne’s life to take place at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95 on Friday, April 26, 2019 from 1 to 3 p.m. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Smiths Falls Hospital Foundation.

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Sheridan, James Patrick “Jim”

Jim passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday April 16th, 2019. He was the son of the late Florence (Larocque) and Basil Sheridan. Jim will be fondly remembered by his sister, family and friends. The arrangements are being held privately for the family. In remembrance of Jim, those wishing are asked to consider a donation to the Lanark Animal Welfare Society. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Directors, Perth.

Sims, Lorne Thomas (1946-2019)

Passed away suddenly on April 10th, at the age of 72 at his home - a place he loved the most on Robertson Lake.

Beloved and adoring husband of the late Barbara Ann Sims and most loving father of Tracy and Christine.

Cherished and proud Papa of grandchildren Kyle, Brett, Ceilidh, Cheyanne and Jorjia.

Predeceased by his older brother Earl; survived by his dear younger sister Suzie. He will be fondly remembered by his nieces and nephew and greatly missed by many friends.

Friends and family who wish to join Lorne’s girls and grandchildren in honouring him are invited to do so at the lake. Come share your memories and enjoy refreshments at the South Lavant Community Centre, Robertson Lake, on April 28th from 1-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Lung Association.

McDONALD, Alexa Jasmine

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LeMaistre, Edward (Ted) Lindsay

Peacefully, at the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Saturday, January 12th, 2019, after a short illness. Ted was the son of the late Edward “Ted Sr.” and Elizabeth “Lib” LeMaistre of Carleton Place. He is survived by his son Bill and his wife Nancy, as well as grandsons Benjamin and Gabriel, sister Beverley Tinslay (Gerry), Bette LeMaistre, brother John Currie LeMaistre (Anna) and was predeceased by his brother Jamie. Ted was also predeceased by his first wife Louise Sabourin, father-in-law Maurice Sabourin and is survived by his mother-in-law Jeanne Sabourin, brother-inlaw Richard Sabourin, sister-in-law Diane Potvin (Andy), and his second wife June MacMillan. Also left to mourn are his nieces and nephews Pam, Stephanie, Kristi, Nicole, Ryan and Michelle, as well as great nieces and great nephews and a multitude of friends. A celebration of life will take place at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue Carleton Place, on May 4, 2019, from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.

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Sonnenburg Shirley Aileen

Surrounded with love and family, it is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear mother, peacefully in the Almonte General Hospital on Monday, April 22, 2019.

Shirley (nee Morris) of Almonte, ontario, at the age of 90.

Dearly loved wife of the late Stan Sonnenburg.

Cherished mother of Morris (Sharon), Douglas (Mary), Brian (Nancy), Shirleen (Bill Duncan), Lorraine (Joe Crampton), Linda (John Robertson) and Timothy (Jodie). Much loved Bomma to 19 Grandchildren, 16 Great Grandchildren and predeceased by loving grand-daughter Kelsey Sonnenburg. Mom will be fondly remembered by her sisters-in-law Margaret Sonnenburg, Merle Sonnenburg, Marilyn Sonnenburg, Dolly Trotter, brother-in-law Lenny Sonnenburg, many nieces, nephews, neighbours and her special circle of friends. Predeceased by her brother Milford Morris and sisters Helene Reynolds and Lulu Buffam. Fondly remembered by her acts of kindness, friendship, generosity and sense of community. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in memory of Shirley to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation (Medical/Surgical Unit). A special thank-you to Dr. Stewardson, Dr. Forbes and the wonderful staff at the Almonte General Hospital.

Family and Friends May Visit C.r. gAMble FunerAl HoMe & CHApel InC. (127 Church St., Almonte, ON., 613-256-3313) On Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm.

Funeral Service to be held in the Almonte United Church (106 Elgin St., Almonte) on Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 2pm. Reception to follow in the Almonte Civitan Hall (500 Almonte St.). Spring Interment Auld Kirk Cemetery.

Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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McPARLAND, Ella M. - In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother who passed away April 27, 2009, 10 years ago.

As time goes by without you, And days turn into years, May the winds of heaven blow slowly, And whisper in your ear, How much we love and miss you, And wish that you were here.

Always remembered, Lyle, Carrie, Thomas, Dyllan and Owen

Steven Burkhardt April 28, 2010 A silent thought, a secret tear, Keeps his memory ever dear.

Time takes away the edge of grief, But memory turns back every leaf.

Lovingly remembered by Mom and Ed, Terry and Brian, Sue and Families

In Loving Memory

FERGUSON, Arthur April 29, 2011 Of all the special gifts in life, However great or small, To have you as a husband, dad and grandpa, Was the greatest gift of all.

Although the loss is hard to bear, We’ll take comfort in the thought, Of all the memories we have to share, And of the happiness you brought.

You lived your life to the fullest, But ours won’t be the same, Until the day that we can see Your smiling face again.

Always loved and remembered by wife Irma Daughter, sons and grandchildren

CECIL R. WILSON April 25, 2017 Two years have passed and as time goes by we count our many blessings. The many different “Friends” you were to us. A friend to share fun times and laugh a little or just some quiet company. A husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, with wisdom and wit that could put a smile across our faces. To us your friendship and your love within our family was precious and will last forever in our hearts. We will always remember your great admiration and enjoyment for the every day activities which we shared and loved as a family. He brought us joy and we loved him well.

Forever in our hearts.

Doreen, Allan, Marcia, Dale, Lorraine, Nicholas, Amy, Jeremy, Andrew, Jessica and Emily.

Great-grandchidren, Ryder, Sophia and Maverick

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

Loving husband of Dawn Victoria Rivers.

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

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

Condolences/Memories/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Alexa passed away with her family and friends by her side at the Perth Hospital on Monday, April 15, 2019.

Alexa McDonald, of Perth at the age of 65. Dearly loved partner to Dolly for over years. Alexa was well loved and admired by her many friends. Alexa achieved a Masters of Divinity degree as well as a Masters of Social Work degree and she enjoyed her vocation as a Social Worker for Lanark County Mental Health, located in Smiths Falls. An avid athlete, Alexa enjoyed running, swimming and skiing. She also wrote her the story of her life, growing up in Winnipeg, in her autobiography.

Alexa will be forever remembered as a special woman in every sense of the word. In compliance with Alexa’s wishes, cremation is scheduled to take place with an interment of ashes to be held at the Ormond Protestant Church Cemetery at a date in the near future. For those wishing to honour Alexa with a memorial donation, please consider the Canadian Cancer Society or the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation. Alexa’s arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth. 613-267-3082

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ELIZABETH MOFFATT April 23, 2015

Mom, you gave us all your shining light That brought us through the dark.

You showed us how to make our way Through life’s trials, and keep heart.

We’re who we are because of you And the sacrifices you made.

We try to live up to your name And miss you....every day!

Hugs to you, Dad, Do, Bob, Jimmy & wee Sam Your loving family.

LEE, Barbara – Many the thoughts I give to you as long hours go by Thinking of the things we used to do and say just you and I Sometimes they make me smile Sometimes they make me cry But are precious to me alone Memories of you and I Your Husband, Gerry Lee

John Cornelis Martina October 11, 1927 - April 28, 2011 Death leaves a heartache no can heal.

Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Forever loved, forever remembered.

Donna and extended family

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LEWIS Kathleen May July 27, 1924 – April 24, 2015 In loving memory of our mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

Our lives go on without you, But nothing is the same, We have to hide our heartaches, When someone speaks your name.

Sad are the hearts that love you, Silent the tears that fall, Living our lives without you, Is the hardest part of all.

You did so many things for us, Your heart was kind and true, And when we needed someone, We could always count on you.

The special years will not return, When we were all together, But with the love within our hearts, You will walk with us forever.

– Your loving family

In Loving Memory of My Husband whom passed away April 30th, 2017.

No one knows how much I miss you; No one knows the bitter pain I have suffered since I lost you; Life has never been the same.

In my heart your memory lingers, Sweetly tender, fond and true; There is not a day, dear Leo, That I don not think of you Always loved and sadly missed; Your Loving wife Barb ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In loving memory of a great man, loving father and cherished grandfather.

Fondly loved and deeply mourned Memories of Papa Always bring a smile Often our tears will flow If only you were back For just a little while We’d sit, talk, laugh and share some cheer Just like we used to do You always meant so much And today you still do The fact that you’re not here Will always cause us pain But you will always be in our hearts And our guiding flame Not just today but always Love Kelly, Frank and Families

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LYLE STREIGHT June 1923 - April 27, 2018 You are gone but not forgotten, Fresh our love will ever be, For as long as there are memories.

Love Forever Your wife Tonny

Memory of Greg Morris April 25, 2014 Deep in our hearts there’s a picture, More precious than silver or gold.

‘Tis a picture of a dear son and brother, Whose memory will never grow old.

Loved and remembered always Mom and Mandy

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If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

Send us your resume now at human.resources.ca@prysmiangroup.com for a chance to work with the world leader in cable manufacturing. Please refer to Competition #101 when replying.

Or Mail your resume to: Attention: Human Resources Prysmian Power Cables and Systems Canada, Ltd. 137 Commerce Drive, Johnstown, Ontario K0E 1T1

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Carleton Place Child Care is currently accepting resumes for 9 (nine) RECE Summer 2019 Teacher positions.

Summary: Responsible for the care and well-being of the children in the program working within specific guidelines and requirements (Child Care and Early Years Act, local Ministry of Health, Ministry of Labour and the Town of Carleton Place). Also, responsible to work with the needs of parents, other professionals and the general public in regard to service information.

Qualifications/Experience: 1. Early Childhood Education Diploma (2-year diploma provincially recognized by the Ministry of Education & CECE) or similar education. (i.e. teacher, youth worker, etc.).

2. Minimum 2 years previous child care experience.

3. Valid Standard First Aid/CPRC/AED certificates.

4. Valid Anaphylaxis training.

5. Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check (valid to 6 months of employment).

6. Participate in a minimum of 8 hours of professional development per year.

7. Must be a member in good standing of the ON College of Early Childhood Educators.

The position will be scheduled to work irregular shifts as needed, starting as early as 6:15 A.M. and working as late as 6:00 P.M. There is a possibility that staff may be required to stay past 6:00 pm as a result of late pickup. This position requires flexibility to work with any age group, independently and/or as part of a team. Working environments and/or classrooms can change depending on the needs of the program.

A detailed job description for this position can be accessed at www. carletonplace.ca. The 2019 rate of pay is $23.29 - $26.85 per hour.

Interested applicants are invited to apply in confidence by 11:00 A.M. Thursday, May 9, 2019 quoting “RECE Summer 2019 Teacher”: Mail: Town of Carleton Place Email: hr@carletonplace.ca Attn: Human Resources Facsimile: 613 257 8170 175 Bridge Street Carleton Place, ON K7C 2V8 We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The Town of Carleton Place is an equal opportunity employer following the rules and regulations set out by the Human Rights Code. Personal information submitted will be used for the purposes of determining suitability for this competition only and in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request.

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Proposals to be delivered to: Township of Montague Jasmin Ralph, Clerk Deputy Administrator 6547 Roger Stevens Drive Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4W6 jralph@township.montague.on.ca Proposals will be received until 4:00 p.m., Monday, May 13th, 2019 All proposals are to be submitted in a sealed package marked Building Condition Assessment, in accordance with the RFP package.

For questions and to receive a copy of the RFP please contact: Township of Montague Jasmin Ralph, Clerk Administrator 6547 Roger Stevens Drive Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4W6 jralph@township.montague.on.ca

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history, 22,000 people in 50 countries and almost 100 plants, Prysmian offers great career opportunities and challenges. We Machine Operators offer very competitive compensation and benefits packages We are looking for machine operators that are working in medium/heavy too!). even reimburse you for shifts workand boots, equipment manufacturing(dental . Must be usedWe to working 12 hour rotating be available to work overtime. and fitness expenses.

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Overview: We are need Experienced Operators Machine Operators responsible for following instructions and established safety requirements to operate equipment used in various operators stages of the cable We are looking for experienced machine that are manufacturing process. Operators must be able to meet productivity requirements working and or have worked preferably in a cable manufacturing and create products that conform to quality standards.

Work Environment: • Must be able to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 50 pounds • Frequent walking, standing, squatting and reaching required In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Prysmian Group will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

Send us your resume now at human.resources.ca@prysmiangroup.com for a chance to work with the world leader in cable manufacturing. Please refer to Competition #101 when replying.

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Clinique dirigée par du personnel infirmier practicien Smiths Falls

Employment Opportunity Smiths Falls Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic

• Permanent full-time employment • Days – Monday to Friday 8 till 5 • Great work environment • Must have Tools

Wages are negotiable based on experience and skill set. We offer Uniforms and Benefits. We do Collision, Welding, Fabrication, Fiberglass on any type of Vehicle.

Please mail or deliver your resume to Oakes Truck Sales P.O Box 155 Hwy 7 East Perth ON K7H 3E3 Or by email to natalie.oakes@cogeco.net

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• Gain Share Incentive Program up to $3,000 of gross earnings • Excellent Training and Development Program

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The Smiths Falls Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic is a not-for-profit health care agency funded through the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. Our mission is to provide timely access to primary health care services in a collaborative, patient-centered approach.

We are inviting applications for the ongoing position of Social Worker (1.0 FTE). The Social Worker works to the full scope of practice within an interdisciplinary team, and in accordance with the standard of practice guidelines. This position reports the Executive Director. All clinical decision making outside the scope of practice of the Social Worker must be done with the SFNPLC consulting Physician and/ or medical directives. The Social Worker must comply with the standards of practice guidelines of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to foster and cultivate the mission, vision and values of the Smiths Falls NPLC. QUALIFICATIONS: - A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited University or a Social Worker Certification from an accredited college, plus 2-3 years of related working experience - Must be a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers - Current Membership - Current Ontario Driver’s License - Demonstrated experience in Community and/or Primary Care Setting preferred - Demonstrated experience in solution focused therapy, CBT, motivational interviewing and mindfulness - Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a very active work environment - Ability to operate with the highest level of confidentiality and discretion - Ability to work flexible hours - Ability to travel throughout Smiths Falls and the surrounding counties of Leeds, Grenville and Lanark - Demonstrated computer skills - CPIC required This position is full time hours.

The Smiths Falls Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic offers a competitive salary and benefit package and strives for equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. To learn more about the NPLC, please visit www.smithsfallsnplc.com Please email resume to lbrennan@smithsfallsnplc.com prior to April 30, 2019.

Only those applicants with related qualifications will be interviewed.

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TOWN OF CARLETON PLACE TENDER NO. RC1-2019 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A PAVILION AT CARLETON JUNCTION SEALED TENDERS on the forms provided by the Town, will be received in envelopes, clearly marked as “Tender No. RC1-2019, Town of Carleton Place – Construction of Pavilion” until 12:00 noon local time on Monday, May 6, 2019.

Addressed to: Joanne Henderson, Manager of Recreation & Culture Town of Carleton Place 175 Bridge St. Carleton Place, Ontario K7C 2V8 Tender documents will be available during business hours at the Carleton Place Town Hall office by Tuesday, April 24th, 2019 for a fee of $50.00 (HST included).

The fee is refundable provided that the tender documents are returned intact and in good condition.

If you should require further information regarding this tender; please contact: Joanne Henderson, Manager of Recreation & Culture Town of Carleton Place jhenderson@carletonplace.ca 613-257-1690

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Private Care Giver in Perth Wanted for single woman, possibility of live-in.

Please call 613-464-3191

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Perth Home Hardware Building Centre currently has the following job opportunity.

FULL TIME BOOM TRUCK OPERATOR / DZ DRIVER The successful candidates must have: • • • • • • •

Friendly and helpful attitude toward customers.

Excellent communication skills.

Willingness to learn.

Good mathematical skills.

Prior driving experience.

Standard Transmission Drivers Abstract must accompany resume/application

We offer competitive salary and great working conditions. If you are interested in becoming a part of our Home Team, please visit our store located at 115 Drummond St. W. Perth Ontario to submit your application accompanied by your resume to the attention of Erin Shelly. Email: jobs@perthhhbc.com Closing date for all applicants is Friday May 3rd, 2019 CLS885614

HOME IMPROVEMENTS No job too small!

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

Psychotherapy Services in Kemptville and Ottawa-East.

Suffer from anxiety, depression, stress, grief, anger, low self-esteem, family of origin issues, relationship conflict, personality or mood disorders? I provide services to individuals, couples and families. If you are seeking a safe space to explore complex issues, please contact me for a consultation. brandi@thelighthouse-lephare.ca. Brandi Spruit, MA, RP(Q) 613-909-3181

Certified Mason. 15 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates.

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BUILDING AND REPAIRS Heritage Stone, Brick and Block Footings, Foundations, Concrete Finishing, Log Chinking, and Chimney Sweeping Will go anywhere!

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Female attendant needed to provide care for a woman with MS. Part time hours with day and bedtime shifts available.

PSW or experience needed. 10 minutes from HELP WANTED Perth and transportation required. If interested, Baldachin Inn has an please contact me at availability for an ottylake129@gmail.com experienced Line Cook.

Please call 343-925-0229 or email resume to Full time Shipping baldachininn@gmail.com Receiving Clerk required to start immediately. Grade 12 required as well as your Cody Mobile Auto Detail- own steel toed boots/shoe. ing looking for mature part- 2 years Order Picking and time individual. Drivers li- Packing experience with cence preferred. Text or call Inventory Control know613-857-0567 or email ledge, strong math skills and experience on the brian@codymobile.com forklift required. Strong interpersonal skills and a Handyman Service team player. 40 hour work looking for full time week with the possibility labourers to do handyman of overtime. Hourly rate: work, landscaping, cutting $16.00 Please email your grass, yard cleanup. resume to kelly.mitchell@ michelgermain.com 613-267-5460.

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As a small business*, you could be eligible for 5/6 of employee training costs reimbursement or 100% of costs for hiring and training unemployed individuals —up to $15,000 per trainee.

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Carpenters Residential Construction (new construction, renovations) Min 5 years experience (licenced optional) Clean driving record Work well independently or as team member Benefits available Please forward resume to: enniscarpentryltd@gmail.com

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Nylene Canada Inc., a producer of Nylon Polymer and Carpet Fibre in Arnprior Ontario, has an immediate career opportunity for a team oriented licensed Industrial Electrician.

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

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

Please forward your resume to: Human Resources Department Nylene Canada Inc. 200 McNab Street Arnprior, Ontario K7S 3P2 Or email to: humanresources@nylene.com We thank all the applicants for applying. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No agencies please.

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

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Community Employment Services 40 Sunset blvd. Perth Open Mon.–Fri. 613. 267.1381 ext.0 www.CESPerth.ca Funding provided by the Government of Canada through the Canada Job Grant. Programs delivered by the Government of Ontario.

The Smiths Falls Downtown Business Association is currently seeking an individual for a part-time (15hrs) - 2 month contract to assist the co-ordinator with various duties.

• Updating Business Directory on Website • Visiting member businesses and updating database and website • Regular postings on multiple Social Media outlets • Attendance at committee meetings as required • Assisting with Special Events • Other duties as assigned The ideal candidate would possess the following skills: • Excellent communication skills • Thorough Knowledge of Social Media channels • Excellent computer skills i.e. website design, graphic design, excel, etc • 3-5 yrs experience working with the public, social media and website design Anticipated start date would the week of May 13, 2019.

Please submit resumes marked to the attention of “DBA” at 77 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, ON, K7A 1T4 or email them to dba@smithsfalls.ca.

Resumes must be received no later than 4pm Friday, May 3, 2019.

Please note, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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AnnuAl Spring MAchinery, equipMent & tool conSignMent Auction

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

Saturday May 4th at 9:00AM 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 ½ Kms To Osnabruck Centre, Turn East Onto Cty Rd 18 Travel ½ Km. Watch For Signs!

Now Accepting the Following Good Quality Consignments of Farm Machinery, Industrial/Construction Equipment, Trailers of all kinds, Cattle Handling Equipment, Farm-Related Items Including Horse & Hobby-Type Articles, Lawn & Garden Equipment, Shop Tools, ATV’s, Good Quality New & Used Building & Fencing Products & More

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

Plumber Wanted We are an established Company in the local area for over 36 years.

Qualifications: • Current Journeyman License, Valid Driver’s License and References • Professional work habits and ethics; friendly, helpful, on-time with all necessary personal tools of your trade.

• Physical ability, lifting, carrying, working in all positions in all types of environments.

Compensation based on experience. Room for advancement for the right candidate.

E-mail resume to julie@denoco.com or drop it off in person at office, 2 Victoria Ave., Smiths Falls.

Note: It has been proven that the earlier you consign and the more exposure and advertising your merchandise receives, the more money it brings. Turn That Unused Equipment into Cash!! Many Items Already Consigned. This is shaping up to be a large and interesting auction with many items already consigned. Accepting consignments until Friday, May 3rd at 12:00 noon. Be sure to attend and see our newly expanded facility. We have expanded in hopes of serving both our buyers and sellers more efficiently. Again, we will be running 2 rings throughout the day.

Regardless of where we are, we will be selling machinery in one ring at 12:30 sharp.

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Peter or Helen Ross Auction Conducted By Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd. Ingleside, On. (613) 537-8862 Canteen and washroom on site!

Terms: Cash or Good Cheque with Proper I.D www.peterrossauctions.ca

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HELP WANTED Looking for a carpenter with 3-5 years’ experience for the Perth area Email resume to ervin@storm.ca Model, Actors Required We are seeking models between the age of 18-60 for Glamour modelling.

Successful models will be offered print/calendar/ video assignments.

Please note that you should be at least 18 years to apply. Interested Applications should forward an email to allanhughes365@gmail. com for more information.

Part-time worker, Group Home in Carleton Place, clean supervised residence, qualifications: CPR, first aide, food handling course, criminal record check, hours are 11am-6pm, provide own transportation. For more info call Lisa 613-250-2693.

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AUCTION SALE SUNDAY, APRIL 28 FOR MS. PAULETTE TURCOTTE OF BROCKVILLE 10 AM PREVIEW 9 AM MARSHALLS AUCTION HOUSE #2913 CTY RD 21 SPENCERVILLE Ms. Turcotte having sold her property will offer at auction a wide variety of merchandise, from antiques, collectibles, also Bateman print, Trisha Romance, group of Seven, old Wishing Well soda sign, stain glass, modern household, tools & much more! Auctioneers Note: Large sale, something for everyone, see you there! For a more detailed list, photos, terms of sale go to www.lmauctions.ca

Horse Auction 18156 Hwy. 17, Cobden, ON K0J 1K0

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Auction 10 a.m. – Viewing 9 a.m.

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Renfrew Pontiac Livestock

Saturday, May 11, 2019

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

For info or to consign contact:

Auctioneer: Jim Beere 613-326-1722 AUCTIONS

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Auction 10 a.m. – Viewing 9 a.m.

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HOUSEHOLd FUrNISHINgS & EFFECTS for Ron & Brenda Rogers from Smiths Falls take Roger Stevens Dr. to Montague Boundary Rd. to # 701 Wm. Campbell Rd. K7A 4S6 on Sat., Apr 27/19 @ 10 am The Rogers are drastically downsizing. Take advantage of this auction sale to acquire attractive, contemporary & well-maintained furnishings & housewares. Bring a lawn chair. Clip & Save this ad, short notice only next week.

Terms: Cash or Cheque Only Catering

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

GARAGE SALE Estate Sale, Smiths Falls, Sat. Apr 27 & 28, 10am-4pm. No early birds. 20 Merrick St. Cash only.

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Summer Jobs -- We’re looking for bright, energetic people who enjoy the outdoors for employment at our berry farms and kiosks in Nepean, Barrhaven, Manotick, Kanata, Stittsville, Kemptville, Almonte and Carleton Place. Apply online at www.shouldicefarm.com

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

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

Shop and Flea Market

Moving Sale, May 4 & 5, 9-3pm. 39 Lee Ave. Smiths Falls. Furniture, shelving, linen, kitchen, china, garden, art, wheelbarrow, ladder good stuff. Rain date May 11 & 12.

Multi Family Yard Sale, 53 George St. N. SF, April 26 & 27. Lots of household, tools, clothes etc.

The Queen’s Crafters and Antique Market, 142 Bridge Street, Carleton Place, 10am-5pm everyday. Vendor’s welcome. 613-253-5333.

Yard Sale every weekend, 38 Glen Ave., Smiths Falls, 9-5, until contents and house are sold. Call 613-284-4654 for enquiries regarding house.

Listing subject to change. Everything sells as is.

Owners/Auctioneers not responsible in case of loss or damage.

Auctioneer: Jim Beere 613-326-1722

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to be held @ Hands Auction Hall @ 3560 Drummond Concession/Cty Rd 10, Perth on Saturday, May 4, 2019 @ 9 am Guns to be sold @ 11 am Welcoming guns, signage, sporting, fishing and hunting goods, sports equip’t, vehicles, construction, heavy and farm equip’t and much more.

For complimentary advertising of text and photos please call us at 613-267-6027. Bring a lawn chair. Visit website often for updated listing. A PAL is not required to sell a firearm only to buy one.

Terms: Cash or Cheque Only - Catering

@www.handsauction.com Bidding Opens Friday, April 26th @ 9 a.m.

Bidding Closes Friday, May 2nd @ 7 p.m.

Preview by appointment Bid on Diamonds, Sapphires, Emeralds, Rubies, Topaz, Garnet, Gold, Silver, Watches, etc Pick up of your purchases from Hands Auction Facility 5501 County Rd.15, RR # 2 Brockville, ON K6V 5T2 on Friday, May 3 from 4 – 6 p.m.

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

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HALLELUJAH, AS ST. PAUL'S UNITED CHURCH PLANS FULL VERSION OF HANDEL'S 'MESSIAH' DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com Ticket sales for an upcoming Perth production of the full version of Handel's Messiah has proven so successful that producers have added a second, dress-rehearsal performance.

The combined choirs of St. Paul's United Church and St. James the Apostle Anglican Church, along with friends from the Men and Women of the Tay, as well as singers from Almonte and Brockville, will make up the 73 combined voices that will make the rafters of St. Paul's ring during the main performance on Sunday, April 28 at 7 p.m., but there will be a second performance a day earlier, a dress rehearsal, at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 27.

Tickets for the main performance were sold out several weeks ago, but the dress rehearsal will be opened up, with a free-will offering at the end of the three-hour performance (with a 15-minute intermission).

However, for the Saturday performance, there are a few rules to follow: because the performance is being recorded, audience members must be seated by 8:50 a.m., and "we must have absolute silence." Any latecomers will be seated by ushers at an appropriate time.

THREE-PARTER "Historically, it was presented near Easter," explained director Brad Mills, during a telephone interview on Tuesday, April 9. The three parts are divided up as: part one, the prophecy of the Christmas story; part two, the Easter passion of Jesus Christ; and part three of the resurrection story.

"This is the first time ... we have done all three parts," said Mills. "I really wanted to choose a work that would draw a lot of singers and would utilize our very large, flat, open stage," he said, referencing St. Paul's renovations last year.

Messiah debuted in Dublin, Ireland on April 13, 1742, and was written over the space of only a few weeks by the German-born composer, George Frideric Handel (1685-1759). Mills directed portions of the oratio back in the 1980s, but this year's full rendition, marking his 40 years as the church's musical director, will feature an 18-piece orchestra, and four professional singers who will handle the solos.

"I wanted to celebrate, in my way, something big and special," said Mills.

The show will also incorporate multimedia elements, which will use the church's new overhead projection systems. The projections will include "17th and 18th century religious art works that reflect the words being spoken," or sung, said Mills.

"It's a major undertaking," said Mills, of the production, which has seen weekly rehearsals since the first week of January. "It's occupied most of my available time."

FAMILIAR TUNE However, his affinity for the musical started as a student at Queen's University in Kingston, when he first heard the familiar "Hallelujah" chorus, one of most recognizable piece in the work, which closes out the second act.

"It's just brilliant," he said. "It's a masterpiece, every aria and chorus."

The solo "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth," which will be performed by soprano Maura MacDonald, will also be a highlight.

A twist to this performance will be that one of the male soloists, who is also an organist, will be singing counter tenor - to those not familiar with musical jargon, that means that he is a "guy singing in a falsetto voice," which he said is "kind of rare. You don't hear many counter tenors."

Mills hastened to add that "this is not a one-man show," and he thanked the "great music team here at St. Paul's" for their help.

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horoscopes ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You may realize a long-term goal over the next few days, Aries. The sense of accomplishment can inspire you to try new things and set new goals.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 It can be challenging to balance private and public life, Taurus. Make a concerted effort to be open, but don’t overshare information, either. Work with others, if necessary.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you want to have momentum, but something trips you up and slows you down considerably. You have to find a work-around if you want to be happy.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Older, unresolved issues may bubble up this week and grab at your attention, Cancer. Seek out close companions who may be able to guide you through.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, consistency at work starts to shine through in your career status and progress at the company.

Competition seems to fall away, and you take a leadership role.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Showcase your talents to people unfamiliar with what you can do, Virgo. This renewed enthusiasm may inspire you and others going forward.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, the longer you let your needs go unaddressed, the more the pressure and stress will mount. Find a way to put yourself first this week.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Your attention may be drawn to the material things in your life right now, Capricorn. It is okay to focus on the niceties surrounding you once in a while.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Your sense of security and routine is put to the test with a new visitor to your household, Scorpio. This visitor may require a few concessions on your part.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Make some changes at home so that living spaces reflect your personality and desire for comfort and coziness, Aquarius. It can make for more harmonious living.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, try your best to breeze through interruptions at work this week. Your projects are all on schedule, and you want to keep them going forward.

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THIS WEEK’S PUZZLE ANSWERS IN NEXT WEEKS ISSUE.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 You may be at a loss for words because distractions keep pulling you in different directions, Pisces. Stay the course the best you can.

58. Removed 59. “Death in the Family” author 60. When you hope to arrive 61. German district 62. Turner and Kennedy 63. Midway between south and southeast 64. Emerald Isle

47. Shape by heating 48. Early Slavic society 49. Italian automaker 52. Racing legend Earnhardt 53. A type of name 54. __ Strauss, jeans maker 55. Famed garden

Laurie Weir/Metroland Hundreds of kids enjoyed a quick dash in Stewart Park on April 20 to collect Easter eggs. Hosted by Perth Tourism, the Easter egg hunt was for children eight years of age and younger - and the rain held off.

KIDS SCRAMBLE FOR EASTER EGGS IN PERTH'S STEWART PARK LAURIE WEIR ljweir@metroland.com It was a mad dash at 11 a.m. this morning in Perth which involved some full-body contact as kids scrambled to scoop up more than 2,000 Easter eggs during the annual hunt in Stewart Park.

On Saturday, April 20, Perth Tourism hosted its annual shindig for the kids age eight and under. They brought their Easter baskets and dove into the fun.

Once they collected their eggs, some of them finding the golden eggs, the children then visited the Easter Bunny to exchange them for Easter treats.

Perth Mayor John Fenik enjoyed the fun with his grandson and chided that he was going to dive into the boy's loot bag.

Other activities during the event included children's music, balloon creations and an opportunity to see local Perth fire fighters and their trucks.

KEMPTVILLE

CARLETON PLACE/ALMONTE FRIDAY, APRIL 26

New to You Rummage Sale WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m WHERE: Zion-Memorial United Church, 37 Franklin Street, Carleton Place CONTACT: 613-2530975 COST: The Zion-Memorial United Church Women are hosting their annual New to You Rummage Sale at the church.

Runs over two days: April 26 from 9 am to 6 pm and April 27 from 9 am to 2 pm.

Vintage Clothing Sale WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum, ?267 Edmund Street, Carleton Place CONTACT: cpbheritagemuseum@bellnet.ca COST: Clothing and textile collector Vicki Racey brings the Vintage Clothing Sale back to the Carleton Place & Beckwith Heritage Museum as a fundraiser. Pieces from

1920s-1980s with vintage linens and collectibles.

SATURDAY, APRIL 27

Folkus Concert Series WHEN: 8:00 p.m WHERE: Almonte Old Town Hall, 14 Bridge Street, Almonte CONTACT: hello@folkusalmonte.com COST: $30 for adults, $15 for students 2019 Folkus Concert Series with David Myles and special guest, susan o. Season passes ($90) and individual tickets ($30 for adults, $15 for students) available at folkusalmonte.com or Mill Street Books. Doors open at 7:30 pm with show at 8.

SATURDAY, MAY 4

Spring Fine Art Show and Sale WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 4:30 p.m WHERE: Carleton Place Canoe Club, 179 John Street, Carleton Place CONTACT: Suzanne Deschenes, 613-257-5476, https://

PERTH THURSDAY, APRIL 25

Rummage Sale WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: St. Paul's United Church, 25 Gore St W, Perth, Perth CONTACT: Marilyn Devlin, 613-2562688 COST: Something for everyone. Rummage Sale where clothing for all, jewellery, toys and treasures are found at minimum cost.

SATURDAY, APRIL 27

Local Colours 3rd Annual Fine

Meet the authors during open house WHEN: 10:00 a.m 3:00 p.m WHERE: Lanark County Archives, 1920 Concession 7, DrummondNorth Elmsley CONTACT: Wendy Roberts COST: Join Archives Lanark for light refreshments, a tour of the Archives and a meet and greet with our wonderful authors.

SUNDAY, APRIL 28

National Day of Mourning to

SUNDAY, MAY 5

Hike for Hospice WHEN: 1:30 p.m WHERE: Mill of Kintail Conservation Area, 2854 Ramsay Concession 8,, Almonte CONTACT: chair@hubhospice.com COST: Hub Hospice Palliative Care will join thousands across the country in the Hike for Hospice Palliative Care. Dogs on leashes welcome. Petting zoo, silent auction, gift basket prizes.

FRIDAY, APRIL 26

Friday Fun Days at the Library WHEN: 10:00 a.m WHERE: North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville Norenberg Branch, Kemptville CONTACT: info@ngpl.ca COST: Friday Fun Days at the North Grenville Public Library is a drop-in program for ages 0-5. Join Library Sue for story time. Children must participate with parent or caregiver. No registration required; pick up a numbered ticket at the front desk.

SUNDAY, APRIL 28

Bingo WHEN: 6:00 p.m WHERE: Kemptville Legion, 100 Reuben Cres-

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Further ahead, we’ll be featuring Things to do on Canada Day. Visit insideottawavalley.com/events and hit the POST YOUR EVENT button to submit these or any other community events! hold 2 services in Lanark County WHEN: 12:30 p.m WHERE: Crystal Palace, Perth ON, 28 Drummond St E, Perth CONTACT: Ike Doornekamp COST: Join the Lanark County Labour Council as they host two services on the National Day of Mourning. The Perth memorial is at 12:30 p.m. and the Smiths Falls service is at 3 p.m. The even remembers those killed or injured on the job.

Vegan Cooking Classes WHEN: 1:00 p.m 3:00 p.m WHERE: Perth Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2734 Drummond Concession 2 Road Perth, Perth CONTACT: Tania McGlade, 613 812 3415, rtmcglade@xplornet.ca COST: $25 Five week Vegan Cooking Classes

THURSDAY, APRIL 25

Darts WHEN: 1:30 p.m WHERE: Harmony Club 162, 61 Cornelia St., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613283-4684 COST: Every Thursday, come have some fun and shoot some darts.

4 Hand Euchre WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-283-0817 COST: Parking behind arena. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162. Also play first Monday every month, at 7 p.m.

SUNDAY, APRIL 28

Affirming Congregation Celebration WHEN: 10:30 a.m WHERE: Trinity United Church , 41 Market Street North , Smiths Falls CONTACT:

cent, Kemptville CONTACT: 613258-5734 COST: Bingo at the Kemptville legion.

Guaranteed jackpot of $400.

Refreshments available.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 1

Baby Talk WHEN: 1:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: EarlyON Child and Family Centre, 40 Campus Drive, Unit 2 (Parish Hall), Kemptville CONTACT: Sherry Craig, 613-2585941 COST: Sponsored by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

Euchre at Rideau Glen Golf Course WHEN: 6:30 p.m WHERE: Rideau Glen Golf Course, 111 County Road 44, Kemptville CONTACT: Mary Garrett, mary.shore@cogeco.ca COST: $5

Euchre every Wednesday night.

Cost is $5 to play. Share the wealth tickets sold and all proceeds go back to the players.

Starts May 1 and continues until Oct. 9.

THURSDAY, MAY 2

Kemptville Players present 'The Day They Kidnapped The Pope' WHEN: 7:30 p.m WHERE: North Grenville Municipal Centre, 285 County Road 44, Kemptville CONTACT: Kemptville Players Inc. COST: $15/person Kemptville Players present 'The Day They Kidnapped The Pope,' a comedy by Jaoa Bethencourt, May 2-5. Tickets at B&H, Business Strategies, municipal centre or at door.

Online tickets at www.kemptvilleplayers.ca.

SMITHS FALLS Rev. Christopher Ryan, 613-2834444 COST: Trinity United Church is celebrating their status as an affirming congregation. An affirming ministry declares itself to be fully inclusive of people of all sexual orientations and gender identities - and they back up their words with action.

Kenya Help talk WHEN: 10:30 a.m WHERE: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 11 Church St. West, Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-283-7527 COST: To learn more about Kenya Help and its work, you can listen to Nancy Stevens speak.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 1

Fashion Show for Mother's Day gift ideas WHEN: 6:30 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Legion, 7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls CONTACT: Tracy, 613-292-2077 COST: $12.50 pp or $75 for table of 6 Spring and summer fashion show to support events at Duncan J. Schoular like field trips, technology, guest speakers and special events. Snacks and refreshments.

Toastmasters Club WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Healey Glass, 7 Abel Street, Smiths Falls CONTACT: Carrie Wynne COST: If you want to practice your public speaking skills in a warm friendly environment Contact Penny Croghan 613-285-1551

MONDAY, APRIL 29

Duplicate Bridge WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Smiths Falls Legion, 7 Main St. E., Smiths Falls CONTACT: 613-2837164 COST: Enjoy bridge at the legion; doors open at 6:45 p.m.

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Pure maple syrup breakfast WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 10:00 a.m WHERE: Perth Legion, 26 Beckwith Street East, Perth, 26 Beckwith Street East, Perth, Perth CONTACT: Barry Boyce, 613-267-2138 COST: $10 adults; $5 children Perth Legion Branch 244, in conjunction with The Ladies Auxiliary, are providing their,annual Maple Fest Pancake Breakfast in the auditorium. All welcome.

Art Show & Sale WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: McMartin House, 125 Gore St East, Perth, ON, Perth CONTACT: Barbara Jordan, 6132723066, babs@barkinc.com COST: Local Colours Fine Art Group invites all to our 3rd Annual Art Show & Sale. Come out and meet the artists, enjoy the work, and sample some delicious maple treats.

www.artscarletonplace.com COST: Celebrate the Carleton Place's 200th Anniversary at the Arts Carleton Place Art Show and Sale.

Thirty-four artists will exhibit with funds supporting the association's high school bursary program. Free admission, parking.

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