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Alzheimer Society benefits from charity golf tournament in Kemptville The Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville was the recipient of the inaugural Ben Hutton Celebrity Golf Shootout July 8 at Kemptville’s eQuinelle Golf Club. Players entered as a team of three and a celebrity was assigned to them. Celebrities included: Slater Koekkoek, Devin Shore, Brendan Bell, Micheal Tayler, Ryan Spooner, Tim Nedow, Lumber Joe, Troy Stecher, and Jacob Chychrun and of course Ben Hutton who plays for the Vancouver Canucks. Hutton and his family have a per-

sonal connection to Alzheimer s disease and had this to say to the sponsors, donors and participants. “I want to personally thank you for contributing to this cause. Alzheimer's is a devastating disease that robs those afflicted and those that care about them. “It has been personally affected as my grandmother and 59-year-old aunt are in the advanced late stages of the disease,” he said. “Any efforts to support the society to slow down and hopefully one day eliminate Alzheimer's while supporting those affected is

great." “We were very excited to receive the news that the Hutton family had chosen us as a recipient of this tournament,” said Bobbi-Jo White, fund development co-ordinator for the Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville. “This not only raised an incredible amount of money for us but it also has created more awareness for our organization. The Huttons and the organizing committee are a great group and it was a pleasure to be a part of this event.”

Lanark County 4-H host agricultural day The Lanark County 4-H Marketing Club will be hosting a 4-H Agricultural Day promoting our local Lanark County 4-H Association, the clubs that run in our county, and local agriculture. This is also a Canada 150 community celebration. This event is funded by the 4-H Connecting Canadians Fund, part of 4-H Canada’s Signature Project for Canada 150, and is supported by the Government of Canada, TransCanada, and McDonald’s Canada. This event will be taking place at the Lanark County Plowing Match at the farm of Charlie, Evelyn, Marshall, Sarah, and Braelei James (12501 Highway 7, Carleton Place) on Aug. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lanark County 4-H Association has many clubs that run throughout the year. There will be a variety of clubs in attendance displaying and/or achieving at this event. Some of the clubs present on this day will be the Lanark County Plowing and Soil and Crop Club, competing in the match; the Lanark County Rabbit, doing rabbit agility and showmanship; and the Lanark County Barn Quilt Club, with barn quilt patterns on display to be judged. There will be representatives from some of the life skills clubs such as the Cloverbuds, gardening, and archery clubs. There will also be representatives from livestock clubs, such as goat, sheep, poultry, and cattle. The 4-H Cloverbuds, ages six to eight, have been busy painting bird houses to be on display. As well, the 4-H Barn Quilt Club have been busy designing, transferring, and painting barn quilt patterns on plywood. A member of our community will be at the event to judge the classes of bird houses and barn quilts. This will be a great opportunity for youth in the area to come and learn about 4-H and the clubs we offer, and volunteers will be on hand for those who have any questions. In celebration of Canada 150, the first 150 people who come through our 4-H tents will receive a grab bag (at a maximum of two per family). There will also be special guest speakers and a Canada 150 celebratory birthday cake.

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Public urged to report Japanese knotweed in Lanark County A new invasive plant species — Japanese knotweed — has been spotted in Lanark County, and the public is urged to watch for and report it so steps can be taken to minimize its impact. “Japanese knotweed has become a big problem in other parts of Canada and the world,” explains Lanark County chief administrative officer Kurt Greaves. “The damage done by this plant to foundations, septic systems and asphalt has been well-documented. We all need to be proactive and work to eliminate this plant before it causes infrastructure damage and lowers property values.” Michelle Vala, the county’s vegetation management intern, explains Japanese knotweed is highly invasive and originated from eastern Asia. “It is regarded as one of the world’s top invasive species. It forms dense thickets of bamboolike vegetation and has extensive rhizome or root systems. It is a problem when it comes to infrastructure because it has been found to grow through eightcentimetre thick concrete or asphalt.” She adds the plant has been identified throughout the county and is commonly found in gardens as an ornamental plant. “People should avoid purchasing it from nurseries. In Ontario, it is illegal to import, deposit, release, breed/grow, buy, sell, lease or trade Japanese knotweed.” Japanese knotweed has heart-shaped leaves and sprouts, often mistaken for asparagus, that have a reddish tinge. The stem is hollow and turns green as it develops. In summer, they produce cream-coloured flowers. It spreads with rhizomes, so shoots will pop up all over a garden. Because it penetrates deep into the ground, it can damage foundations, drainage systems and walls. “In addition to the infrastructure damage it

can cause, it also has negative effects on habitat,” Ms. Vala added. “It degrades areas next to streams and rivers and can interfere with recreational activities by impeding access. It also outcompetes native plants and negatively impacts wetland quality.” Lanark County has adopted a new Vegetation Management Plan that uses various methods to control invasive species. The goal is to maintain safe roadsides using a long-term, multifaceted and holistic approach. Part of the plan includes identifying and reporting invasive plants and noxious weeds. The public is encouraged to use the online mapping system at www.eddmaps.org/ ontario/about/ to report Japanese knotweed — or any other invasive plant or noxious weed — if they see it. Japanese knotweed is one of six target weeds for the county, along with wild parsnip, poison ivy, giant hogweed, dog-strangling vine and phragmites. Eradication requires a combination of cutting down the stems and chemical treatments (herbicides) — sometimes multiple. “For those opposed to using herbicides, small or young infestations may be removed by digging up the rhizomes,” Ms. Vala says. “For large infestations, however, excavation would be required since the entire plant can regrow from very small rhizome fragments.” The Ontario Invasive Plant Council has detailed information about eradication in its best management practices document at http://www.ontarioinvasiveplants.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ OIPC_BMP_JapaneseKnotweed.pdf. For more information, please contact public works at 613-267-1353 or check http://www.county.lanark.on.ca/Page1875.aspx.

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‘Funniest Broadway comedy in years’ opening soon at Studio Theatre In the early 1960s, little-known Canadian actor Bernard Slade was busy appearing in local stage productions at the Garden Centre Theatre in the small town of Vineland, Ont. But his aspirations eventually grew beyond local theatre, and even beyond acting. At the age of 35, Bernard made the leap to Hollywood to become a screenwriter, and was soon writing for the classic television show Bewitched. Offered a chance to develop his own shows, he went on to create some of the most iconic sitcoms of the ‘60s and ‘70s, including Love on a Rooftop, The Flying Nun, Bridget Loves Bernie, and The Partridge Family. In 1975, Slade turned his hand to theatre, penning the phenomenally successful play Same Time, Next Year, followed by Tribute (starring Jack Lemmon), and the hit Broadway show Romantic Comedy. Which brings this story back to where it all began: local Ontario theatre. Thursday, Aug. 17, Perth's own Studio Theatre premieres Bernard Slade's triumphant theatrical confection Romantic Comedy, a show that was called the "funniest comedy on Broadway in years" by WABC-TV, and "a darling of a play ... with cool wit and warm sentiment" by the New York Post. Romantic Comedy has stood the test of time and it now provides a delightful evening of entertainment right here in Perth, brought to you by veteran director David Parry and his cast of fine local actors. Romantic Comedy tells the story of arrogant, sharp-tongued Jason Carmichael, a successful coauthor of Broadway romantic comedies. As the play opens, Jason is facing two momentous events: he is hours away from marrying a society belle, and his longtime collaborator is retiring. Enter Phoebe Craddock, a somewhat mousy

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Drawn from 'At Home in Tay Valley,' a book that celebrates the people, places and events in the history of Tay Valley Township and Lanark County in general. It was a summer full of camping, fishing, boating, and all around fun, the kinds of summers experienced by youngsters in Ontario lakelands where families of country, town and city found relief from workday life. —A Boy’s Cottage Diary, 1904 “It’s not that cold once you’re in.” This familiar cottage refrain is as common as the call of the loon on lakes in Lanark County. As we celebrate Canada 150, some 200 families in Lanark County are receiving Legacy Cottage Plaques. While most of these cottages have been in the same family for 50-75 years, one cottage on Mississippi Lake has been in the same family since 1852, a mere 165 years! Notwithstanding the cottage dating from 1852, the emergence of summer cottages and the arrival of tourists on our lakes and rivers began in the decades immediately following Confederation. There were three

key factors permitting cottaging: a growing middle class with sufficient disposable income to afford a vacation; modern transportation in the form of railways and improved roads made lakes more accessible; and the notion that “nature” was a wholesome place to be preserved and visited. One of the earliest cottages in Lanark County was built on Christie Lake in 1892 by R.J. Drummond, manager of the Bank of Montreal in Perth. By that time, people were already enjoying Christie Lake, or Christy’s Lake, as it was called. In Arden Blackburn’s Mail Route: The Early Days at Christie Lake, John McKenty writes: “Drawn by the beauty of the lake and its plentiful fishing, as early as the 1880s, Perth’s professional and business elite had begun to arrive at the lake in their horses and buggies. While some chose to camp in makeshift tents on the shore of Gravelly Bay, others chose to stay at the boarding house of Alexander and Isabella Palmer ... It wasn’t long before word of Alexander and Isabella Palmer’s rooming establishment began to spread." "Ho! For Christie’s Lake on the 24th of May (1895). One hundred and

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Late Autumn, etching by Lanark County Artist Franc van Oort. fifty people are expected at the Christie’s Lake summer resort on above date to participate in yachting, boating, angling, or a swing in the hammock in the cool shade, or perhaps better still a ramble over the verdant hills to the 'cold spring' where Romeo and his Juliet, after refreshing themselves with the cooling waters, may inscribe their cognomens on nature’s register, the silver birch, which overshadows the spring. Mr. Palmer has his beautiful resort in apple pie order, having had his boats overhauled and repainted. A first class dance

hall is convenient for those who may wish to indulge in a 'trip of the light fantastic'.” (Perth Courier May 17, 1895) Nearby, at the northeast end or foot of Otty Lake, George Kerr, owner and operator of the Perth Bottling Works on the Little River in Perth, built a cottage in the late 1880s. The Kerr cottage, which was in North Elmsley Township, was closely followed by the Farmer cottage built in 1893 on the north shore of Otty Lake in North Burgess (the lake straddles the historic townships of North Bur-

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gess and North Elmsley). The Farmers’ cottage, christened “Beth Shan” (House of Peace), remains in the family to this day. Over the next three decades, additional cottages and other structures appeared. A map of Otty Lake, circa 1928, shows some twenty or twentyfive cottages on its shores. What’s more, by the 1920s, there was a lively scene on the north shore surrounding the Otty Lake Park (also known as the Connaught Hotel or Bungalow Inn), where Perthites went for picnics, boating, swimming, baseball games and Saturday night dances featuring wellknown bands of the era. Big Rideau Lake, which spans the townships of Tay Valley, Drummond / North Elmsley and Rideau Lakes, was among the first in the area to boast cottages. Fancy Free is the oldest cottage still standing on the Big Rideau. The Washburn family of Smiths Falls had built this family retreat by the late 1870s. Letters from the early 1900s show

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that the Washburns would travel frequently by boat back and forth from Smiths Falls to Fancy Free, and the family lived on the island for the entire summer. The cool lake breezes and sparkling water provided hours of fun for these otherwise serious Victorians, who remain vividly present in early photos that show them happily at play in the water around the cottage in canoes, rowboats, skiffs, sailboats and graceful wooden boats with small newfangled gasoline powered motors. The invention of boat motors made the lakes accessible by water in the late 19th century, and residents of nearby towns and villages built unique summer residences along the shores of the Rideau Waterway. Big Rideau Lake, the largest and most spectacular of the many lakes along the waterway, also attracted people from Ottawa, Kingston, and the eastern seaboard of the United States. Soon, an active colony of summer cottagers (especially mothers with large broods of See COTTAGES page7

Bring kids, grandkids for evening of fun and laughter at Station Theatre Good summer theatre is coming your way in mid-August. Fort Hemlock, a play about Smiths Falls, written by local playwright Emily Duberville, begins its run Aug. 18 and goes to Aug. 27. Tickets for the play are on sale this week. You can find

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at 53 Victoria Ave., Smiths Falls. Summer hours for the Station Theatre are Monday to Friday, 9 to 12. This is the world première of Fort Hemlock. Not to give anything away, but it’s set back in the 1870s, is about turkey wars

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established, their lives characterized by boating, swimming, fishing, camping, and socializing. (www.fancyfreeisland.com.) In addition to well-to-do cottagers, the Big Rideau also attracted tourists. Starting in the late 19th century, the Rideau Lakes Navigation Company advertised travelling the Rideau Lakes Route from Clayton, N.Y., to Kingston and Ottawa on its steamers, the Rideau Queen and her sister ship, the Rideau King, as “the most popular tourist route in Canada and the sportsman’s paradise.” A generation later, farmers began to build rental cottages to attract tourists and summer vacationers. In 1936, Sylvester and Carmel McNamee built the first of their cottages on Pike Lake to rent to fishermen, primarily Americans. During this same period, James and Margaret Ennis opened Ennis cottages on Bennett Lake. A few years later, in 1941, John Jordan decided to make use of his beautiful beach on Christie Lake. People thought he was crazy. “Don’t lose the farm, John.” But he built that cottage and rented it all summer. Next spring, he built another and rented it all summer. That was the beginning of Jordan’s Cottages and Campground. The two decades following the Second World War proved a boom period for cottages in Lanark County for three key and interrelated reasons. First, the introduction of the five-day work week in the 1950s, together with two weeks’ paid vacation for most workers mandated by the Canadian government in 1951, granted people more leisure time. Second, higher wages and disposable incomes meant that more people could afford to purchase an automobile and could, therefore, drive to cottage country. Third, farmers realized people were interested in buying their waterfront land for family cottages, rental cottages, marinas and lodges. Today, few parcels of vacant land remain on our lakes and rivers. Since the beginning of the 21st century, two major changes have occurred in cottage country. One is the trend among retiring baby boomers to convert their cottages into year-round residences. The other is increased awareness of the unfortunate, and undoubtedly inadvertent, negative impact human activity has had on our lakes. Episodes of excessive weed growth, the arrival of invasive species and, more recently, incidents of blue-green algae have served as calls to action to waterfront property owners, as well as to municipalities, the Rideau and Mississippi Valley Conservation Authorities and others. As the story about putting a frog into a tank of warm water and gradually increasing the temperature tells us, there is a tipping point beyond which it is too late. In response, many lake associations in Lanark County, indeed across the province, have developed lake stewardship plans in an effort to encourage lakeside property owners to protect the health of their lakes and their surrounding environment for present and future generations. Since the emergence of cottaging 150 years ago, generations have grown up spending at least part of the summer at the cottage and, as a result, have built a treasure trove of memories of “camping, fishing, boating, and all-round fun” with their families, friends, and neighbours. Cottage living continues to lure people to the many lakes and rivers of Lanark County. Cottages which have been in the same family for 50 years or more may be eligible for a legacy cottage designation. Legacy Cottage Plaques are being given out, mostly at lake association meetings over the summer. The deadline for late applications is Aug. 14. For more information, contact Tay Valley Township at 613-267-5353 ext. 129 or www.tayvalleytwp.ca.

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Commentary Omar Khadr - no angel, no hero Omar Khadr, you’ve really rained on Justin Trudeau’s summer. Khadr was never someone on whom you could have a neutral opinion. And ever since the federal government decided to pay him out more than $10 million, his case has become a lightning rod of attention - a lot of it negative. For a prime minister who promised “Sunny Ways,” borrowing a line from former Liberal P.M. Sir Wilfrid Laurier, this was the last thing he needed during his mid-term summer. You can almost hear the Conservatives getting their Khadr attack ads ready for Election 2019: “Trudeau even gave $10 million to terrorist Omar Khar.” Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes Conservative MP Gord Brown will be hosting a meeting at the 1000 Islands Mall in Brockville on Tuesday, July 25, from 5 to 7 p.m. Already, we have seen dozens upon dozens of posts on our online story about

this meeting, describing what people really think of Khadr and what they would like to do to him, and what the money could have been better spent on. Khadr has become the third rail of our politics. The best Trudeau has been able to do has been to say that, hey, it could’ve been worse, and that the feds could have been on the hook for as much as $40 million. A bit lame, yes, but as one of the chief lawmakers in the country, he cannot just ignore the Supreme Court. For a man who said in 2015 that “A Canadian is a Canadian is a Canadian,” this is where the rubber hits the road - defending a young man who, by any metric, was no saint, who may likely have played a part in the killing of an unarmed medic. Does Khadr deserve the money? Likely not. He does deserve some apology though for not being helped out by his own government in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Citizenship does not mean you only help citizens you like.

All Hail Sparky, king of the cats in the barn Sparky was older than I was. And he ruled the roost as far as the cat population went at the farm. He was an orange colour, and one eye was green and the other blue. He certainly wasn’t much to look at. The barn cats, and there were many of them, could be held and cuddled. Not Sparky! If I tried to pick him up, he would go stiff as a board, snarl, and glare at me, and act like maiming me for life was a distinct possibility. So, I left him alone. The barn cats were never allowed in the house. Mother thought anything walking on four feet should be in the barn! I never knew where all the kittens came from. I thought everyone in Northcote had a pile of them, and I heard that some people,

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when the numbers grew, put them in a grist bag and threw them in the Bonnechere River. The very thought sent chills right through my body, and I was grateful none of our cats came to that end. And it wasn’t unusual for someone like Two Mile Herman to bring a kitten to the Northcote School and try to talk someone into taking it home. This rarely worked, since we all had our own barnful of cats. No one could remember when or where Sparky came from. But one day my older brother Everett said it was Sparky who was responsible for the pack of cats we housed in the barn. I couldn’t imagine how that was possible. He never left the place to bring a new cat to the farm.

And when I mentioned that fact to Everett, he just threw back his head and laughed. Sparky was as big as a small Collie dog, and he always looked like he had had a serious confrontation with some wild animal in the bush, which he frequented often. Sometimes he would be gone for days, and as soon as Father would say “good riddance,” there Sparky would appear as large as life. That was when I first heard

that a cat had nine lives. How anyone figured that out was beyond me. Did someone stop to count them? I did know the barn cats survived many close calls though. Often a cow would kick a cat and it would land several feet away, stand up, shake itself off as if getting rid of the chaff from the hay laying around, and walk off as if nothing had happened. I once asked my older and much wiser sister Audrey what the cats ate. We certainly never fed them. There were several old battered tin plates in the barn that were filled with milk when the milking was done. But to me that was all they ever put in their stomachs. But Audrey said they survived on eating mice. That too, sent chills up my back.

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I didn’t know whether to root for the cat or the mouse, since I loved animals of every description. So if the cats survived on mice and milk, they sure flourished. I once tried to give them names, but so many of them looked alike that I gave up. Except for Sparky. For the longest time he was the only one in the barn who had different coloured eyes. On hot summer days, one of my favourite places was sitting on the cement platform that held the pump and often a barn cat would wander over, and I would take it on my lap, and my greatest joy was when it snuggled down and started to purr. Never in a hundred years could I do that with Sparky! Some of the barn cats were

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Blues on the Rideau announces lineup includes a delicious full-course buffet dinner, door prizes, and dancing. Advance reservations are required and can be made by calling The Cove at 1-888-COVEINN, 613-273-3636 or email info@coveinn.com. Proceeds from each show goes to support different local charities. To date, more than $64,000 has been raised for the Westport community with the goal of another $5,000 this season. This year’s lineup To kick off this year’s series on Sept. 22 is Angel Forrest Band, a great singer/songwriter and entertainer from Quebec with a career spanning 27 years, nine albums and multiple awards including the Maple Blues Award for Best Female Vocalist in the country for the last four years running. Angel has played major festivals and clubs across Canada, the U.S. and Europe. Backed by her talented songwriter/guitarist husband Denis Coulombe and a very tight band, Angel belts out rockin’ soul blues with a vengeance. She often draws comparisons to the late, great Janis Joplin because of the uncanny similarity in her voice and her dynamic stage presence but

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Making his first appearance on The Cove stage will be the Sean Pichin Band of Kitchener. A talented soul blues singer, Pichin is also known for his slide guitar work.

Angel can sing it soft and slow as well. This is her second visit to BOTR (March 2016). Proceeds from this appearance will go to the Ruby Gland Charity. On Oct. 27, Blackburn from Toronto will be welcomed to Toronto. A soulful band of brothers — literally — Blackburn is Brooke (guitar and vocals), Duane (keyboards and lead vocals) and Corey (drums) plus good friend Andrew Stewart on bass. They play a unique blend of soul/ blues/R&B/jazz funk — New Orleans meets the Great White North. They come by their talent honestly — it’s in the blood. Their ancestors came from the American south making the long journey to Upper Canada via the Underground Railroad in the 1860s to escape slavery — and they brought their music with them. Eventually the family moved to Toronto where their dad Bobby Dean Blackburn (keyboardist and singer) became a seminal figure on the vibrant R&B scene in that city in the '50s, '60s and '70s. Blackburn have recorded two great albums — the most recent one, Brothers In This World, was nominated for a Juno Award last year and they have won multiple Maple Blues Awards. This is their third visit to BOTR and proceeds from the show will go to the Westport Public Library. On Nov. 24, Tas Cru with Wicked Grin, from New York state and Ottawa, take to The Cove stage. Singer, songwriter, guitarist Tas Cru plays country blues mixed with southern soul and rock. He’s raucous, rowdy, gentle, sweet, eccentric, quirky and outright irreverent. Based in New York’s Hudson Valley, Tas performs in a variety of formats from solo acoustic to a seven-piece band. For this show he’s bringing his drummer and harmonica player with him and will be joined by Maple Blues Award winners Murray Kinsley on guitar and vocals and Leigh-Anne Stanton on bass — part of the great Ottawa rock blues band Wicked Grin. This show will benefit the Dick Ready Christmas Tree Lights Fund. Next up on Jan. 19 and 20 is a twonight stand from popular favourite Jack de Keyzer Band of Toronto. Jack leads one of the hardest working and most skilled blues bands in the country with David (The Groove Doctor) Morrow on keyboards, Alan Duffy on bass, Richard Thornton on sax and Gary Donaldson on drums — and of course Jack up front on lead vocals and playing that scorching guitar of his. You get some rock, funk, swing and jazz overtones with Jack’s blues and it’s all good! A two-time Juno and seven-time Maple Blues Award winner Jack is one of the all time favourites at BOTR (this is his eighth visit). Proceeds from these shows will go to the Friends of Foley Mountain and Kick In for Kids Rideau District High School. See Blues page SF10

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Choose The Blues Productions is pleased to announce the lineup for the 2017-2018 season of Blues on the Rideau (BOTR) at The Cove Inn in Westport. This marks our 13th year and in honour of Canada’s 150th birthday, it’s a great one. All of our talent are Canadian bands, plus an American guest — Tas Cru. BOTR has come to be recognized as one of the premier blues series in the country featuring some of Canada’s best artists (Juno and/or Maple Blues Award, Western Canadian Music Award and Quebec Lys Blues Award winners/nominees), as well as a few American special guests. The shows take place in the friendly, intimate setting of this 140-year-old classic country inn in one of the most beautiful villages in eastern Ontario — Westport — located on the shores of Upper Rideau Lake on the world famous Rideau waterway. This year’s series features 10 shows in total — one a month from September through May (December excluded) including two two-night stands — Jack de Keyzer in January and David Rotundo in May. All shows take place from 7 to 11 p.m. The ticket price remains the same (for the fourth year in a row) — $65 (plus HST). That

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The popular Blues on the Rideau dinner and music series returns to Westport’s The Cove Inn for its 2017-2018 season Sept. 22. Above, making their first appearance in the series on April 20 is Edmonton’s Boogie Patrol.

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Feb. 16 will feature Harpdog Brown & The Travelin’ Blues Show with Sugar Brown, from Vancouver and Toronto. Harpdog has been a major force in Canadian blues since 1982. Born in Edmonton and raised in Vancouver he’s played thousands of gigs at clubs and festivals in Canada, the U.S. and Europe. He’s received multiple award nominations over his career including the Maple Blues Award for Best Harmonica Player the past two years running. He’s backed by The Travelin’ Blues Show — Jordan Edmonds on the very tasty fat tone guitar and Pat Darcus on upright bass. They’re joined for this show by a drummer and special guest Sugar Brown (a.k.a. Dr. Ken Kawashima) from Toronto — a singer/songwriter/guitarist who also plays brilliant “real deal” blues. This show will benefit the St. Edward’s Elementary School in Westport. The Sean Pichin Band from Kitchener will come to The Cove for their first appearance March 16. Sean is a not only a fabulous slide guitarist he’s got a great voice and writes inspired, powerful songs. He plays acoustic as well as electric blues both solo and with his band and when he’s not doing that he backs the wonderfully talented soul blues singer Dione Taylor. Sean has been playing more than 180 shows a year for the past eight years and it shows. He has two excellent albums out — both recorded live off the floor — which means what you hear on his records is what you get in his performances. His second one, Monkey Brain, was nominated for a Juno this past year. Sean is bringing his full band for this show so you’ll get to see the electric dancing blues side of this wonderfully talented artist. Proceeds from this show will go to the Rideau Waterway Land Trust.

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Edmonton’s Boogie Patrol is up next on April 20. Founded in 2007. Boogie Patrol has become one of western Canada’s premier party bands garnering acclaim and an army of enthusiastic followers dubbed “repeat offenders.” Led by singer/harp player Rott’n Dan Shinnan (who reminds me of an early Joe Cocker with his voice and stage presence) and Yuji Ihara playing some killer guitar these guys bring an amazing amount of energy to the stage — rocking blues, soul and funk as good as it gets. This show benefits Country Roads Community Health Centre. Rounding out Blues on the Rideau for the season is the David Rotundo Band for a twonight stand May 11 and 12. Arguably the most popular artist to have played BOTR over the last 12 years, David Rotundo is back to close out the 2017/18 season and just like Jack de Keyzer he requires a two-night stand to accommodate all of his fans. If you’ve been around the Canadian blues scene for the past two decades David really needs no introduction. A remarkable harmonica player, singer and songwriter he started out in Toronto but now plays all over the world wintering in Mexico and touring in eastern Europe where he has a huge following. And no wonder — David delivers one of the most entertaining shows you will see anywhere. He’ll have his full band with him for both evening shows of course but this year he’ll also be doing a special acoustic lunch on Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. with Cove manager and bass player, the superb Seamus Cowan. It’s only $30 and includes a full lunch. You’ll want to reserve for this one, too. These shows benefit Westport in Bloom and 4-H Canada’s Leeds chapter. Full details on this year’s series can be found at www.bluesontherideau.ca. Submitted by Choose The Blues Productions

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For many years the Late Lion Carl Sadler and his family supplied many in the community with Gladiolus in time for decoration days at local cemeteries. Following Carl’s passing his wife Shirley and their girls, offered the Lions Club this project as a fund raiser. We gladly accepted and named the project “The Lion Carl Sadler Memorial Fund Raiser”. In that way our club can raise funds to contribute back to the community and keep the motto of Lionism “We Serve” and the spirit of Lion Carl alive in Almonte.

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Candida-Mania arrives at Perth’s Classic Theatre Festival July 21 British cultural exports to North America have often earned monikers that suit the temperament they inspire. The adulation greeting four lads from Liverpool who crossed the pond in 1964 inspired Beatlemania, but long before that landmark Baby Boomer phenomenon, another “mania” was inspired by a play opening July 21 at Perth’s Classic Theatre Festival. “Candidamania” was an early 20th century sensation inspired by the first New York production of Candida, George Bernard Shaw’s warm and witty comedy that skewered Victorian notions of love, marriage, and friendship. As Americans entered a new era marked by technological change and breaking with restrictive social and moral conventions, Candida fit the bill for a sophisticated, new kind of theatrical experience that was overwhelmingly applauded both because it was very funny but also thoughtful and provocative. Candidamania was described by the New York Sun as “a contagious disease, frequently caught in street cars, elevated trains, department stores, restaurants, and other places where people talk about what they did the night be-

fore. 'Have you seen Candida?' is the question of the hour. Thousands are dragging their friends to see Mr. Shaw's play.” The story revolves around Candida, the wife of a famous clergyman, the Reverend James Mavor Morell (played by Jeffrey Aarles). Played by Festival newcomer (and Ottawa-raised) Dana Fradkin, Candida’s good works, charm, and grace have certainly helped Morell in his career, and she is loved by one and all. That love so many feel for her becomes translated into a romantic obsession on the part of a passionate young Morell protégé by the name of Eugene Marchbanks (Perth-born Sean Jacklin), whose loving entreaties create a connubial crisis for the married couple. As with all Shaw plays, Candida is peopled with unforgettable comic characters, who in this case include the prickly but dedicated Morell secretary Miss Proserpine (played by Anna Burkholder), the fawning Reverend Alexander Mill (Fraser Elsdon), and Candida’s father, Burgess (William Vickers), described as only Shaw could write as “a man made coarse and sordid by the compulsory selfishness of petty commerce, and later on softened

teachings of Jesus, especially the invitation from the Sermon on the Mount to clothe the naked, feed the hungry, house the homeless, and tend to those in prison or sick beds. Director Laurel Smith, who worked at the Shaw Festival in Niagara-on-the-Lake after staging a successful Toronto series of “Shaw in the City” productions (including an earlier production

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Kitten blitz results in many happy endings for LAWS feline adoptions What a weekend it was — the Kitten Blitz was a bit scruffy-looking, but he has turned out Adoptathon took place last Saturday and Sun- to be very handsome. He is superfriendly and day and resulted in many happy adoptions. likes to be held and petted. Thank you to the Lanark Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) staff and volunteers who prepared the kittens, transported them to the pet stores and stayed to help. And a huge thank you to the staff at the pet stores — Pet Valu in Almonte, Pet Valu in Carleton Place and Laura Jane's Pet Food and Supplies in Perth for hosting the adoptathons. Kittens will stay at the Pet Valu stores until they are adopted, and there are more at the shelter — in fact, a momma cat had a litter of six just last week, so the supply isn't going to run out any time soon. Thanks also to the wonderful vendors at the fourth annual Merrickville Summer Showcase which was held last Sunday. The weather was a lot nicer than for the Spring Showcase (cold, rainy, floods everywhere!) and a lot more people attended. Thank you for the 50-50 and silent auction donations, from all the paws at LAWS. Chamber Featured pets Cute, playful little Chamber is only about eight months old. He runs to the gate to greet visitors and demands to be held and cuddled. His grey and white fur is silky-soft to the touch, so cuddling with him is no chore. He is semilonghaired with a tail thick and fluffy enough for a cat twice his size.

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Bicycle safety issues slip through the cracks, using our roads a shared responsibility A few weeks ago, I wrote about the growing problem of aggressive driving, in this case involving motor vehicles. I have had a lot of email feedback from readers, some of whom outlined their own “bad” experiences. A number of people have expressed the opinion that the penalties available aren’t nearly harsh enough. They feel that tempts some individuals to repeat dangerous driving practices on our streets and highways. As in most negative circumstances, it’s a minority who are involved in this kind of activity. However, police are alarmed by the increasing number of occurrences and especially the growing number of deaths and injuries resulting from this kind of behaviour. This week, I am shifting gears and looking at yet another problem area involving our streets and highways. I’m among the growing number of people concerned about bicycle safety issues in our communities. This is the season, so obviously now is the time to address the matter. I listen to the radio news and traffic reports every morning. During three seasons of the year (cycling in Canada during winter is much reduced), there is rarely a week goes by that I don’t hear about a serious bi-

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cycle versus motor vehicle collision somewhere in our region. Sadly, the number of cyclist deaths is growing. When a bicycle and a motor vehicle collide, it is almost always the cyclist who comes out on the wrong end. I want to make it clear that I have the utmost respect for cyclists who follow the rules of the road. What concerns me is the large number who clearly don’t respect rules they are bound, by law, to observe. Going back to vehicle-bicycle crashes, I don’t for one second lay the blame solely with cyclists. Using our roads is a shared responsibility and when collisions occur the fault often falls on motorists. The reality is that many drivers don’t respect people riding bicycles and with more and more individuals taking to the road on two wheels that raises the stakes. Large urban communities, including nearby Ottawa, are taking more account of the large number

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of cyclists within their municipalities. The number of dedicated bicycle lanes is increasing exponentially. In Ontario the so-called “one metre law” was passed by the provincial government two years ago. Where practical, motor vehicle operators are now required to give at least one metre of space when passing a bicycle. In Canada, to my knowledge, Nova Scotia is the only other province with such a law. So, clearly some attention is being paid to the matter of bicycle safety in Ontario. However, in order for such laws to work, people have to adhere to them. Another huge issue is enforcement. Police resources in most communities are stretched, which means officers focus on the “serious issues” of the day. Evidently, vehicles vs. bicycles aren’t at the top of the list. Shared responsibility As I have already noted, this is a shared issue. If motorists are expected to follow the rules of the road, as well as follow safe practices in terms of regular interactions with cyclists, then those riding bicycles must also respect the rules. Let’s start with something basic in terms of general safety. In Ontario, all people under 18 years of age

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Any community organization based in our circulation area wishing to list an event of community interest is invited to submit a description of 25 words or less in writing. Submissions are not guaranteed. Admissions or event costs, will not be included. Deadline is Monday at 4:30 p.m. prior to publication date. This service is provided free of charge. Events will be listed no more than two weeks in advance. Write, Metroland Media, Attn: Regional Roundup, P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1, or fax at 613-283-5909 or e-mail: cheryl.code@metroland.com. If space is available and items will be edited as necessary. Please include name, address and phone number. Lanark Legion BR. 395 and Lanark & District Fish & Game Club. Canada 150 Duck Race - July 22, Duck Race at Playfairville Bridge. 11:00a.m. followed by Music 2:00p.m. Duck Tickets available from Lanark Legion or Fish and Game Club. North Lanark Community Health Centre, Friendly Bridge, Monday & Friday 1pm, drop in Info: Pam 613-259-2182x2306

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Lunch Bunch picnic in the park. Thursday, July 20, Call Home Support to reserve 613-256-4700. Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Shop Carlingwood Mall, Monday July 31. Call Home Support 613-256-4700 to reserve your seat. Mills’ Home Support, Almonte,MosaiCanada MERRICKVILLE 150 at Jacques Cartier Park & lunch out. Wednesday, July 26, Call Home Support to reserve 613-256Merrickville Legion, dinner and dance July 21, 4700. 6pm, homemade cabbage rolls. Entertainment by North Lanark Agricultural Society Ribbon Lorne Daley. 7-11pm Cutting & Remarks 7pm July 27, Almonte Fair Merrickville Legion, dinner and dance July 28, Grounds, 195 Water St. 6pm, roast beef dinner. Entertainment by Neville Wells. 7-11pm Merrickville Legion Open Stage, July 30 5-9pm, entertainment Heather Snow & the Flakes, Carleton Place Sunset Club meets every food provided by the Village Bean. Wednesday, 1 p.m. Legion. Euchre, bid euchre, PAKENHAM games, socializing. Third Wed. each month- short general meeting, noon. Potluck lunch/games folAn interfaith Summer Church Camp, open to lows. 613-257-7483. Free Meatless Monday Supper, 5:30 p.m. on children ages 5-12, 9-noon. August 21-25, PakenJuly 31, Seventh-day Adventist Church, 117 Victo- ham United Church. Register by July 31,church office 613-624-5400. ria. Barbara 613-898-0215 to reserve a seat. French Playgroup “Plaisirs D’Enfants”. Every Tuesday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Beckwith Community Hall PERTH (Black’s Corners). 613-253-0008. School Readiness Workshop, Children’s ReAre you trying to cope with a family member sources on Wheels, Pop-up playgroups, Riverwalk, suffering from a mental illness? NAMI support group, August 1, 613-283-0095 ext 300. every 4th Tuesday of the month. Info: 613-283-2170. Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7:00 KEMPTVILLE p.m., Thursdays, Perth Civitan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard 613-267-5305. Bridge, Social- McMartin House, 125 Gore St., Baby Talk, Wednesday, July 26, 1:30-3 p.m. Madison Montessori Academy, 2965 County Rd East, every Friday 12:30. 613-267-3952. Candida, Shaw’s warm and witty skewering of #43. Blood Donor Clinic. North Grenville Mu- Victorian notions of marriage. Perth’s Classic Thenicipal Centre 1:30-4:00pm and from 5:00-7:30pm. atre Festival, Tues.- Sun. 2 pm, 8 pm shows Wed. & July 24. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. To Sat, July 21 to August 13. www.classictheatre.ca, donate, book appointment blood.ca 1-888- TO 1-877-283-1283 Euchre, Perth Legion, Beckwith St., every DONATE BNI of Kemptville, meeting. Every Tuesday Tuesday from 1-4 p.m. Parking. No stairs. Everyone 6:45-8:30 a.m. Alumni Hall, Kemptville College welcome. Info: 613-264-5568. Perth Citizens’ Band Concert, Thursday July (613)863-4853. 20: 7:30PM in Stewart Park. Perth Civitan Country Jamboree, Sunday, 4th LANARK Sunday every month, 1:30-6:30 pm, Civitan Hall. Dinner 5 pm. Info: 613-267-1825. Civitan Old Tyme Country Talent Night DinSchool Readiness Workshop, Children’s Rener & Dance. Last Friday of every month, dinner 6 sources on Wheels, Pop-up playgroups, Conlon p.m., music 7:30-11:30 p.m. Contact Vic (613)259- Farm, July 25, 613-283-0095 ext 300. 5610. Stroke survivor and caregiver support group, Fiddlers Church Service. Sunday, July 30. St. meets the 4th Wednesday of every month between Andrew’s United Church, Lanark Music begins at 1:30-3:30 p.m. Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: 9:30 a.m. Service at 10:00 a.m. Lunch to follow (613)549-6666 x6867.

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The Butterfly Fan Club- Perth & District Breast Cancer Support Group. Thurs., July 20, 7-9 p.m. Perth Family Health Centre, 33 Lewis St. Info: Carleen 613-812-4474. Monthly meetings 3rd Thursday. The Compassionate Friends, Perth Chapter. A support group for bereaved parents. Held on the 2nd Monday of every month. 7-9pm. Meeting at Tay Valley Community Hall, 4174 Narrows Locks Rd. Perth. TOPS meetings every Tuesday 5 to 6 p.m. at Perth Community Care Centre on Sunset Blvd. Lose weight sensibly with group support. Further info call 613-264-2827 or 613-267-4508. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly). Meets Thursday evenings at Lanark Lodge. Info. Janet 613264-9139. Waterwise Gardening. Come and learn about efficient water management techniques. Saturday July 22, 10-12. Lunch after. Weekly iSisters drop-in for women only to learn technology and computer skills. 9:30a.m.12:30p.m. Thursdays, 77 Gore St. E. Snacks and materials provided. Info: 613-867-1330.

RURAL 4 Hand Euchre, Tuesdays at 7pm. ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Rd. Joanne 613-279-1106. All You Can Eat Spaghetti Fri. July 21st 6pm Royal Canadian Legion Upper Rideau Br#542, Westport Beckwith & District Friendship Club will meet August 2. Centennial Hall, Franktown, BBQ 6pm, bring salad or dessert. Musical entertainment. Inquiries 613-257-2756. Birthday Bash, July 19, 5:30. Bring a pot luck dish. Ompah, Land ‘O Lakes Country Cloggers entertain. Calling all musicians! A Musician’s circle (musicians only) is held weekly, Thursday evenings, 7:00 p.m., ABC Hall in Bolingbroke (3166 Bolingbroke Rd.). Come out to network with fellow entertainers. Contact Matthew Churchill (613-273-9005). Calling all musicians! A Musician’s circle (musicians only) is held weekly, Thursday evenings, 7:00 p.m., ABC Hall in Bolingbroke (3166 Bolingbroke Rd.). Come out to network with fellow entertainers. Contact Matt Churchill (613-273-9005). Canadian Tai Chi Academy, every Mon, Fri., 9 a.m.-noon, Gallipeau Centre (small ballroom), All welcome. 613-269-3944, www.canadiantaichiacademy.org C.A.R.E. Program for frail adults. (Mondays, Lanark, North Lanark Community Health Center) and (Fridays, CPHC Building, 15 Bates Dr.). (613)264-0307.

Cemetery Service, St Andrew’s Cemetery, Watson’s Corners. Sunday, July 30, 2 p.m. If rain, held in community hall. Bring lawn chairs. Rev. Shelley Roberts. Community Clothing Co-operative, Portland Community Hall. Open every Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Wednesday 1-3 p.m. Elgin & Area Heritage Society Book Launch. Elgin native Don Kerr, Saturday July 22, 2:30-4pm, Red Brick Schoolhouse. Info: Jane Campbell 613928-3402 Euchre- every Monday afternoon. 1:00 p.m. South Elmsley Municipal Complex. Sponsor: Club 55. Light refreshments. Fiddlers and Friends concert at Ompah at July 20, 7:00. Special guests Ompah Community Choir. ‘Fore the Pets’ Nine-and-Dine Fish Fry to benefit The Arnprior Humane Society July 29, Sand Point Golf Course. Registration 3pm, tee off 4pm. Pre-register 613-623-0916 district.spca@bellnet.ca. Fun and Fitness Mondays 9:30-10:30, Middleville & Watson’s Corners Community Hall. 9:0010:00 Snow Road Community Hall. Info: Wendy 613-259-2182. Fun and Fitness Wednesdays Lower Mobility Class, Chair based, 2-3pm at North Lanark Community Health Centre, 9:30 - 10:30 St. Andrews United Church, 115 Clarence St. Lanark Info: Pam 613-2592182x2306. Job Search Resource Centre, job postings, computer and internet access, resume writing assistance, job search seminars and employment counselling. Guthrie House, 10 Perth St., Elgin. Mon.-Fri. 9-4. 613-359-1140. Mah jongg (both Chinese and American) Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. Newcomers welcome, (lessons provided on request). Info: Rosetta 613-268-2548 Mystery at the Old Elgin Town Hall and Elgin in the 1920’s with guest speakers: Brian Phillips & Neil Patterson. Wed. July 26, 7:30pm Red Brick School Elgin. North Crosby Hall/Music in the Park, July 22, 17 Turpins Trail, RCLegion Br#542, Westport hosting a barbeque. All welcome. North Lanark Community Health Centre, Fun & Fitness Exercise Adults/Seniors Drop-in. Tuesdays & Fridays, 9-10am, Ferguson’s Falls Hall. Info: Pam 613-259-2182x2306 North Lanark Community Health Centre, Fun & Fitness Exercise Adults/Seniors Mondays, 9:3010:30am, Watson’s Corners Halls. Info: Pam 613-2592182x2306 North Lanark Community Health Centre, Nordic Pole Walking. North Lanark CHC, Drop-in. Thursdays, 9:00-10:00am, rain or shine. Info: Pam 613-259-2182x2306 Quilting- every Wednesday. 1-4 p.m. MERA Schoolhouse, McDonalds Corners. 613-278-2962.

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SMITHS FALLS Annual Yard Sale, Broadview Nursing Centre, July 22, 8-2, baked goods, new & used items. Bariatric Support Group, first Thursday of month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at ‘The Link’, at 88 Cornelia St. W., #4A. Support and information regarding gastric by-pass surgery before and after. Info: (613)284-4608 or 1(877)383-2070. Bingo, every Thursday evenings, 7 p.m. canteen open 4:30-7pm, Royal Canadian Legion Br 95. Info: 283-2690. Club 60 at Smiths Falls Legion, Branch 95, invites everyone for meeting & fun games. 1:30 pm. on last Tuesday of every month. Community Home Support Bereavement Support Group, meets last Tue of the month, 1 - 3pm, Smiths Falls District Community Health Centre enter at front entrance 2 Gould St. Info: 613-267-6400 Duplicate Bridge, every Tuesday afternoon 1pm, Smiths Falls Legion, Info 613-283-2690 Fish & Chips, July 21 & August 4. 4pm, Lancaster Hall, Smiths Falls Legion Br 95, Members, Guest & Public Welcome. Gambling Problem? There is help. Gamblers Anonymous, Tuesdays 7:30-9 p.m. 88 Cornelia St. 613-567-3271. Gentle Exercise at Rideau Valley Diabetes Services, 9:30-10:30 every Wednesday. No cost to participants, everyone welcome, call 613-284-2558 for more info. Jamboree - Open Stage, July 16 & July 30, Music 1pm - 6:30pm and Dinner 5pm Smiths Falls Legion Br. 95. Members, Guest & Public Welcome. Info: 613-283-2690 Steak BBQ, Friday July 29 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the RCAFA Hall, 44 Abbott St N. For more info and reserve your tickets call 613-284-0305. Susan Shirley Program, Parent Training courses- Mondays 6:30 p.m. Calvary Bible Church, 15 Beech St. 613-205-1643. Toastmasters, Wednesday evenings where we practice our communication and leadership skills. Healey Glass, 1 abel Street. 7PM. Penny Croghan pennyc@ripnet.ca 613-285-1551. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), A nonprofit weight loss support group. Meetings every Thursday night. 46 Bell Ave. Smiths Falls. Info. 613-284-0183. Vine Rhymes, Smiths Falls songwriters, poets and story tellers, meet monthly for encouragement and support. Come share your gift. Info: Helen (613)284-2243.

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New Stewart School VP espouses ‘peace circle’ process BY DESMOND DEVOY

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Four schools in four years. The one constant in Tabitha Valliant’s life these days has been change. She is the new vice principal at The Stewart School, who has spent several days unpacking her belongings, yet again, from another move within the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) system. “I’m starting to get a little paranoid,” she joked during an interview with The Perth Courier in her office on the morning of Wednesday, July 12. “(But) I love school. I love learning, so it is a logical choice,” of career. “You always have to be becoming.” Otherwise, “you lose your purpose and your way.” Backstory Valliant was born in Ottawa, but grew up in Pembroke. She attended Carleton University, where she took three degrees — an honours BA in English, an honours BA in music, and a masters in English. (She plays the string bass, piano, and flute). She then attended teachers’ college upstream at the University of Ottawa. Her first teaching post after graduation was at the Herman Street Public School, back in Pembroke, where she taught Grade 7 and 8. She then moved to North Dundas District High School for five years, before moving on to Russell High School for 10 years, first as a teacher, then as a vice principal, teaching everything from English to music, fashion to history, though she is quick to add: “I teach kids, not subjects.”

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Tabitha Valliant, the new vice principal at The Stewart School in Perth, poses with paintings made by her children, Isabella and Marshall, which now hang in her new office, on July 12. Thereafter, she moved to Duncan J. Schoular Public School in Smiths Falls as a vice principal for a year, “and was set to stay there,” until she got a phone call in the second week of July in 2016, that she was to be moved, yet again, to be the new vice principal at South Branch Elementary School in Kemptville. Then, earlier this year, she got another phone call, telling her of her latest move, to be the new vice principal at The Stewart School in Perth. She would like to become a principal one day, and would also like to pursue her masters in education. Reconciliation

“I’m not coming in to change (The) Stewart School,” said Valliant, echoing a sentiment often expressed by incoming administrators at any school, in part because she is in the “process of figuring out where I fit in.” But that being said, she said that one of her priorities is to help students “find their thing, find their bliss,” said Valliant. She really started to take an interest in the “mediation and peace circle” process, which she started to explore at her last school. “Failure simply means a first attempt at learning,” she said. (Her daughter hates it, but she will often

ask her eldest child, “What did you fail at today?” after school. “That’s where the learning is.”) While “consequences have to be logical,” she has seen how the peace circles can be “a pretty powerful tool for conflict resolution … it does its job. It gives voice to everybody. There is always a reason for what happened. It’s always fascinating to watch.” There are times when, yes, a child will have to have a school-version of a time out, 10 minutes to cool off in the office, and children “don’t always have the words to say how they are feeling.” And there is a fair bit of complexity that surfaces during these discussions. When it comes to bullying cases, “those ones are really tricky. You have to navigate that very carefully.” In helping children navigate this process, she has seen “quite a few ‘ahha’ moments,” she recalled. “Quite a few tears.” For children perceived as bullies, she said she feels there is often “a piece missing,” and that they are often not aware of the full extent of their actions. “I don’t realize what I was doing was having this much of an impact … ruining their day.” But she does not expect to just walk in and impose this practice at her new Perth school. “It’s really about relationship building,” she said, and it took her most of the last school year to remember all 400 student names at her old school. “You have to create the positive space.”

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Perth town council has approved a budget deviation of $50,000 to fix the garage roof at 17 Sunset Blvd. “They found a bidder to replace the roof,” said town treasurer Lang Britchford, during a presentation to Perth town council meeting on Tuesday, June 27. There has already been an engineering study on the roof, which was damaged by a fire on Dec. 23, 2016. “We want to be in that building for a while (longer),” said Britchford, though not necessarily for a prolonged engagement. He said he believed roof repairs now could prolong the usable life at the garage by three to five years. The existing roof was already in bad condition. It was his hope “to go out, do the competitive bid (process), and get a roofer in to do this before the snow flies,” said Britchford. “We need to do that roof.” In terms of cost, Britchford said, “The net costs for the town, we anticipate being well below $50,000,” he said, with the steel roof likely being replaced with another steel roof, which will last for 35 to 50 years. However, Coun. Jim Boldt said, “I feel council should be more involved in this” process, he said. “This magic number, 50,000, keeps popping up.” Boldt added that he was curious ... “Why would (the town be) putting a new roof on (to) extend the life of the build-

ing by three to five years?” Mayor John Fenik called the fire “a series of unfortunate events … fires are nasty things. They make bad situations worse.” However, even considering the rough shape the building was in before the fire, “I think we are maintaining our buildings very, very well,” said Fenik. Further to this, “winter is coming,” and a decision was needed very soon about fixing the roof. “That building will last a heck of a long time,” said Coun. Jim Graff. “This is an opportune time for us. To me, it is a good investment.” The building was constructed back in the 1970s, and there have been two additions to it since the Disco Era. “It’ll survive a while (yet), but it has

had a hard life,” said Deputy Mayor John Gemmell. But Coun. Judy Brown observed that a lot of public buildings were built in the late 1960s and early 1970s, and since “buildings do not last forever,” the time is coming for them to be refurbished, or replaced. The council passed the budget deviation unanimously, drawing the money from the capital reserves. The insurer told the town that coverage for the damaged portion of the roof could cost between $60,000 to $80,000. In a joint report to council penned by Eric Cosens, the Town of Perth’s director of development and protective services, and Britchford, the men wrote that the garage roof fire did provide “an opportunity to replace the entire roof at very limited cost to the municipality.

This will extend the useful life of the building, which in turn allows greater time to rationalize and fund the replacement of the garage.” A recent independent engineer’s report found that “the garage has a number of problems. The building condition report determined the building was getting near the end of its useful life and the town should contemplate a total building replacement.” The report stated that the largest single outstanding replacement needed to keep the building operational was the roof, as a “total roof replacement” was required. Staffers originally were going to move forward with “limited maintenance to keep the building functioning for an additional three- to five-year peri-

od.” However the fire last December led to new options being explored “which were not previously available to the town … The town can now repair the existing building at a far less cost than anticipated and far less than a replacement structure.” This became possible, in part, because of economies of scale, when “staff recognized an opportunity to contemplate a total roof replacement and use the proceeds of insurance to help fund the portion of the roof which was not impacted by the fire. This is possible due to the cost per square foot declines as the size of the roof repair increases.” Only half of the roof was damaged by fire, and the “town’s insurance adjuster has agreed to fund the replacement of half of the roof at no cost to the town."

Police services board questions sharp increase in false alarms Perth Police Services Board chair Coun. Jim Graff recently reported a sharp increase in the number of false alarms for which the town pays a significant price. There were 16 false alarms during the month of May, at a cost to the town of $5,632. If each month was as high, OPP charges to Perth would be over $67,000. The report by the OPP confirms the overwhelming majority of security

alarm occurrences are false, where no illicit intrusion or crime has occurred. OPP policy for all security alarm calls dictates the attendance by two officers, contributing significantly to the cost of Perth policing. The co-operation from the industrial, commercial and institutional sectors to ensure alarm systems are working properly is a must to help keep all costs down. Currently, the town issues two

warning notices to property owners for false alarms. The third is a final warning, at which time a $200 administrative fee is levied to each subsequent false alarm. Once a property owner has no false alarms for a 12-month period, the property is referred back to the beginning of the process. If the false alarms remain high, it has been suggested that the board may recommend a fine increase to Perth

town council, to possibly recover total police costs. Attendance by OPP officers to false alarms is not only costly, but it is also an unnecessary diversion of time from other more important — and possibly life-threatening — police activity. It is the responsibility of the property owner to make sure their alarm system works properly upon installation, and when a problem occurs, to have it corrected immediately.

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Municipal Connection EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Director of Development and Protective Service Full-Time Non-Union Position The Corporation of the Town of Perth is seeking resumes for a Director of Development and Protective Services. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Development and Protective Services is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of Development and Protective Services Department, long-range and strategic planning, the preparation and oversight of the departmental budget, and supervising the Junior Planner, Chief Building Official and Fire Chief, Health and Safety Officer. The successful candidate will possess a university degree (4 years) or equivalent (minimum level of education required for position), a minimum of 8 years of management level experience, full membership, or the ability to obtain full membership, in the Canadian Institute of Planners and the Ontario Professional Planners Institute, as well as other experience and qualifications as detailed in the job description. This position is placed on the “G” Panel (current hourly rate of $35.86 to $52.69). This is a forty (40) hours per week position. A complete job description is available upon request. Applicants are invited to submit covering letters and resumes no later than Friday August 4, 2017 at 12:00 noon to the attention of Pierce Olynyk, Payroll Administrator, Corporation of the Town of Perth, 80 Gore Street East, Perth, Ontario, K7H 1H9, or via e-mail payroll@perth.ca, or may submit an application at www.perth.ca/townhall/employment The Corporation of the Town of Perth is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001, and will be used only for the purpose of candidate selection. The Town of Perth will provide accommodation for individuals with accessibility needs.

CIVIC HOLIDAY CLOSURES: Please be advised that Perth Town Hall will be closed on Monday, August 7th 2017 in recognition of the Civic Holiday. Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, August 8th, at 8:30am. The Perth Landfill Site will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, August 7th and 8th , 2017, and will re-open at 8:00am on Wednesday, August 9th.

Town of Perth Landfill Expansion Environmental Screening Notice of Completion The Town of Perth has undertaken an Environmental Screening Process to address the Town’s future solid waste disposal needs. The Environmental Screening Process has been carried out under Ontario Regulation 101/07 of the Environmental Assessment Act (EA Act). This approach allows the addition of up to 100,000 m3 of waste disposal volume at the current landfill, representing approximately 10 years of additional capacity. The Study Area that was identified for the Environmental Screening Process is illustrated below. This notice provides information stating the completion of the Environmental Screening Process and the beginning of the 60 day review period. Environmental Screening Process The Study Team has prepared an Environmental Screening Report (ESR), which documents all steps of the Environmental Screening Process. The Study Team has undertaken several studies to better understand the existing conditions of the Study Area. The Study Team has developed a conceptual design of the expanded landfill, completed an environmental effects assessment and identified impact management and mitigation measures. Based on the environmental studies and effects assessment, no significant net effects are anticipated when the site is expanded. A copy of the ESR and supporting technical reports, documenting the Environmental Screening Process will be available for review by July 13, 2017 for a 60 day review period. A hard copy of the ESR report and supporting technical reports will be available in the following locations: Perth Town Hall 80 Gore Street East, Perth, ON K7H 1H9 (613) 267- 3311

Perth Public Library 30 Herriott Street, Perth, ON K7H IT2 (613) 267 1224

The ESR and supporting technical reports will also be made available online at http://www.perth.ca/ - under “News and Public Notices”. The Environmental Screening Process is expected to be complete in mid September 2017. Comments Invited Members of the public, agencies, Indigenous groups and other interested persons who have outstanding environmental concerns are encouraged to actively participate in the 60 Day Review Period by submitting their comments and questions with the Town of Perth. If concerns arise regarding this project which cannot be resolved through discussion with the Town, concerned persons may make a written request to the Director of the Environmental Assessment and Approvals Branch (MOECC) to elevate the project to an individual Environmental Assessment. Comments must be submitted to the Director by September 11, 2017. A copy of the request shall also be sent to the Town. Director, Environmental Approvals Branch Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change 135 St. Clair Avenue West, 1st Floor Toronto, ON M4V 1P5 If you would like information concerning this project, to provide comments, or to be added to the project mailing list, please contact either of the following Project Team members:

HAZARDOUS WASTE DEPOT OPEN Perth residents can take their Household Hazardous Waste to the Carleton Place site (128 Patterson Crescent) from 8am to 12 noon on Saturdays and close on Saturday September 2nd 2017. Be sure to bring ID to show that you are a resident of Perth. Directions to the depot: • Traveling east from Perth on Highway 7, turn left at McNeely Avenue (the set of lights at the far end of Carleton Place).

Mr. Grant Machan Director of Environmental Services Town of Perth 80 Gore Street East Perth, Ontario K7H 1H9 Tel: 613-267-3311 x2233 Email: gmachan@perth.ca

Mr. Lyle Parsons, B.E.S. Project Manager R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited 15 Townline Orangeville, Ontario L9W 3R4 Tel: (800) 265-9662 x3044 Email: lyle.parsons@rjburnside.com

For more information on what is an acceptable item check out the Town of Perth website at:

All personal information included in a submission such as name, address, telephone number and property location is collected, maintained and disclosed by the MOECC for the purpose of transparency and consultation. The information is collected under the authority of the Environmental Assessment Act or is collected and maintained for the purpose of creating a record that is available to the general public as described in s.37 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Personal information you submit will become part of the public record that is available to the general public unless you request that your personal information remain confidential. For more information, please contact the MOECC’s Freedom of Information and Privacy Coordinator at 416-327-1434.

http://www.perth.ca/en/live-and-play/landfill-and-hazardous-waste.aspx

This Notice first issued on July 13, 2017.

• At the fifth set of lights, turn left on Patterson Crescent. • The gates are just past the first set of houses on the right. • If you reach the Curling Club, you’ve gone too far.

Connected to Your Community - P3 - Thursday, July 20, 2017

Municipal Connection DAILY RATES

Lane/ Public Swim

Contributing

NonContributing

Family Adult (18-64)

$15.30 $$4.60 4.60

$21.40 $$6.45 6.45

Senior (65+)

$$3.70 3.70

$$5.35 5.35

Student (13-17) Child (1-12) Special Needs

$$3.60 3.60 $$2.70 2.70 $$3.55 3.55

$$5.10 5.10 $$4.10 4.10 $$5.10 5.10

Shower

$2.90

$3.75

Sauna

$4.10

$5.75

Other

MEMBERSHIP RATES Family 3 mo.

$153.16

6 mo.

$265.15

Adult

Senior

Special Needs

Contributing $107.12 $102.11 $172.40 $277.45

$141.80 $196.85

$93.17

$459.00

3 mo.

Non-contributing $212.80 $148.00 $159.80

$153.42

6 mo.

$352.10

$234.15

$203.30

$193.80

1 yr

$582.68

$370.44

$258.60

$244.81

Student (13-17)

3 mo

$77.86

6 mo

$109.15

$140.15

1 yr

$153.00 $194.83 Non-contributing $118.67 $157.89 $157.21 $201.10 $208.26 $256.13

3 mo. 6 mo. 1 yr

$196.87

Registered Student*

Contributing $100.85

Aquafit

Each $7.40

Monthly Unlimited

Buy 10 get 1 free $74.00 $98.95

Our facility includes: • a 25 metre swimming pool with deep and shallow ends, diving board, slide, and assorted water toys • a seating area on the deck for parents and friends to watch lessons or other activities • a sauna on deck • a large recreation room for various activities • full changing rooms with showers and lockers (please bring your own lock) • fully qualified lifeguards on duty at all times • access to changing areas, the pool and recreation room for patrons with limited mobility MONDAY

$99.00 n/a n/a $139.00 n/a n/a

Each

Buy 10 get 1 free

$8.15

$81.50

$124.45

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

STINGRAYS

6:00am-7:00am

Until 7:15am

7:00am-8:00am

LANE SWIM

8:00am-9:00am

AQUAFIT 8:05am-8:50am

LANE SWIM

Pool Maintenance

AQUAFIT 8:05am-8:50am

FRIDAY

SATURDAY STINGRAYS STINGRAYS

LANE SWIM

STINGRAYS

Pool Maintenance

AQUAFIT 8:05am-8:50am

STINGRAYS

9:00am-9:30am

Day Camp Lessons

PUBLIC LESSONS

9:30am-10:00am

Summer Public Lessons

PUBLIC LESSONS

10:00am-10:30am

Summer Public Lessons

PUBLIC LESSONS

10:30am-11:00am

Summer Public Lessons

PUBLIC LESSONS

AQUAFIT 11:10-11:55am

AQUAFIT Deep Water 11:10-11:55am/ PARENT & TOT DROP IN

AQUAFIT 11:10-11:55am

WATER WALKING 11:10-11:55am

AQUAFIT 11:10-11:55am

PUBLIC LESSONS

11:00am-12:00pm

12:00pm-1:00pm

LANE SWIM

1:00pm-2:00pm

Public Swim

FREE PUBLIC SWIM

2:00pm-3:00pm

Public Swim

Sponsored by Perth Firefighters Association

3:00pm-4:00pm

LANE SWIM

LANE SWIM 3:00-4:30pm

LANE SWIM

FAMILY SWIM

4:00pm-5:00pm

STINGRAYS

Training

STINGRAYS

CLOSED

5:00pm-6:00pm

Non-contributing

TUESDAY

5:30am-6:00am

11:00am-12:00pm

AQUAFIT RATES Contributing

3 Sunset Boulevard, Perth, On K7H 0A1 Tel: 613-267-5302 Fax: 613-267-3916

$132.60

1 yr.

Child

Summer Programming Schedule 2017

Pool Programming 4:30-5:30pm

Pool Programming

6:00pm-7:00pm

PUBLIC SWIM

PUBLIC LESSONS

PUBLIC SWIM 5:30-7:00pm

7:00pm-8:00pm

AQUAFIT 7:10-7:55pm

LANE SWIM

AQUAFIT 7:10-7:55pm

LANE SWIM

8:00pm-9:00pm

CLOSED

Summer 2017 Schedule - July 4 - September 2, 2017

www.perthparksandrecreation.ca

Connected to Your Community - P4 - Thursday, July 20, 2017

Desmond Devoy/Metroland

The Stewart Park Festival TD Youth Showcase kicked off the festival on the afternoon of Friday, July 14, beginning with Landon Bedor, Jessica Wedden, and Briana Lee Kelford. Then, at 2 p.m., the winners of the St. John’s Catholic High School coffee house took to the stage. They were followed by “The Rebellious Goldfish,” who were the winners of the YAK youth club’s “Be In The Band,” contest. The showcase was rounded out by Mia Kelly. Here, St. John singer Daniel Mercier rocks out to the song “Wagon Wheel,” co-composed by Bob Dylan and Ketch Secor in 1973. Above centre, Rebellious Goldfish lead singer Evelyn Jones belts out her opening tune. To the right (centre) is Jessican Wedden of St. John.

Youth showcase at Stewart Park Festival St. John singer/musician Alyssa Fluit performs on the keyboard during her group’s second song.

PROPOSED WASTE & RECYCLING COLLECTION

TAX NOTICE - 2017 FINAL TAX LEVY

A Public Information Session was held on June 24 . Information relating to proposed waste & recycling collection is available on the Township’s website at www.tayvalleytwp.ca (Resident Services – Garbage and Recycling – Waste & Recycling Collection).

The final tax bills were mailed the last week of June and due dates for the two installments are: Thursday, July 27th and Wednesday, September 27th If you have changed your mailing address please notify the Finance Department as soon as possible. If you do not receive your tax bill by mid-July please call the Municipal Office at 613-267-5353. Failure to receive a tax bill will not invalidate penalty and interest charges. Tax Payment Options: • In person at the Municipal Office, using cash, cheque or debit • 24 hour drop-off box at the Municipal Office • Telephone/Internet banking, using roll number as account number • Pay at any bank branch. The original bill is required

The public survey closes on July 20th. Council will receive the results prior to the “Special” Committee of the Whole Meeting on August 8th. The “Special” Committee of the Whole Meeting will be held at the BVM Hall in Stanleyville at 6:00 p.m. to discuss next steps and make a decision with regards to collection.

CHOIR REGISTRATION OPEN! Residents are reminded that registration for the fall session of the Tay Valley Community Choir is open. All those interested in registering are reminded that the “Early Bird” registration deadline is September 5th, 2017. Fees are as follows: $40 per registrant (Early Bird Fee) for the fall session, $50 per Registrant for one session (Regular Rate) or $75 per registrant for the Fall and Spring sessions.

KARATE REGISTRATION OPEN! Residents are reminded that registration for the fall session of Tay Valley Karate is open. Due to the popularity of our Karate program, we have added an additional time slot on Thursday nights for the 2017 season! All those interested in registering are reminded that the registration deadline is September 8th, 2017. Fees are as follows: $60 per registrant or $120 per family of 2 or more registrants for the season.

HOCKEY REGISTRATION OPEN! Registration for the 2017/2018 Hockey season is open. Due to the popularity of our Hockey program, we have added an additional time slot on Thursday nights for the 2017/2018 season! All those interested in registering are reminded that the “Early Bird” registration deadline is September 5th, 2017. Fees are as follows: up to and including September 5th $150 – after $175. Coaches/Volunteers The success of our programs is based solely on volunteers and support from the community. If you would like to volunteer, please fill in a coach/volunteer form. You will need a letter of authorization from the Township when applying for the Vulnerable Sector Check required for all our volunteers.

MUNICIPAL OFFICE – HOLIDAY HOURS The Municipal Office will be CLOSED on Monday, August 7th, 2017 for the Civic Holiday. The office will re-open on Tuesday, August 8th at 8:30 a.m. All municipal waste sites will be OPEN on Monday, August 7th, 2017 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE August 1st, 2017 – 6:00 p.m. Public Meeting – Zoning By-Law Amendment (Copland, Jones, Peddie) August 1st, 2017 – 7:00 p.m. Committee of the Whole August 8th, 2017 – 6:00 p.m. Bridget Vincent Mary (BVM Hall) 844 Stanley Road “Special” Committee of the Whole August 8th 2017 - Following Bridget Vincent Mary (BVM Hall) 844 Stanley Road Council

Connected to Your Community - P5 - Thursday, July 20, 2017

217 Harper Road, Perth, Ontario K7H 3C6 613-267-5353 or 1-800-810-0161 www.tayvalleytwp.ca

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Hospice support

GWM bursary winners announced

The Perth Lioness Club donated $1,000 to the Hike for Hospice recently hosted by the Community Home Support Lanark County. Pictured are (left to right): Mary Anne Nicholson (executive director of Community Home Support Lanark County), David Riis (chair for Hike for Hospice Planning), Lioness president Marie McGlade, Lioness Arlyn McMillan, Rebecca Bowie (coordinator of Hospice Palliative Care Services) and Lioness secretary, Ellen Visser.

The Auxiliary to the Great War Memorial Hospital of Perth District announces with pleasure the winners of their Annual Student Bursary Awards for the school year, 2016/2017. These six special people received their awards ($1,000 each) at their spring commencement ceremonies in the two local high schools. From the Perth and District Collegiate Institute the recipients were Becca Fowler, Krystalynne Jacques and Samantha White, and from St John Catholic High School the winners were Mikayla Closs, Nate Lemanski and Katelyn Majaury. The Great War Memorial Hospital

Submitted photo

Auxiliary is pleased and proud to assist these deserving young people as they follow their dreams into a new era of their lives. Among them, two will pursue their path to become physicians, and two others will work towards a career in practical nursing. The GWM Hospital Auxiliary Bursaries are weighted towards students following a vocation into health-care related fields. Several past winners of a bursary have also served as volunteers in our hospital under the auspices of the Auxiliary. Congratulations to these fine young people as they move to higher education.

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The Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to over 700 calls for service over the past week. There were 73 motor vehicle collisions reported to Lanark County OPP; 19 involving deer and two resulting in personal injury. Break-ins On June 26, 2017 police received a report that a residence was broken into on McLachlin Road, Montague Township. The residence was entered and electronics and jewelry were taken. An orange Kubota tractor model # L3400 serial #74389 with a front loader serial #B5888 was taken from the garage. On June 28, 2017 police received a report of a break and enter to a residence on Georgina Street, Drummond North Elmsley Township, where jewelry was taken. On June 30, 2017 a break-in was reported to police about a seasonal residence on Lammermoor Road, Lanark Highlands Township. The break in occurred between June 17 and June 26, 2017. Tools, electronics and alcohol were taken. On July 1, 2017 police received a report of an overnight break and enter to the Canadian Tire Gas Bar on Bridge Street, Carleton Place. A large quantity of cigarettes was taken. The investigation is continuing. Impaired Drivers At 7:24 a.m. on Sunday, July 16, officers were called to Cavanagh Road in the Town of Carleton Place where a Honda Odyssey had struck a road sign and was stuck in mud off the highway. Liam Kondric, 20 of Ottawa is charged with operating a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol and one count of refusing to provide a breath sample. He was released to appear in court in Perth. David Munro, 35 of Tay Valley

Park murder case preliminary hearing in August The Andrew Kravchenko seconddegree murder case is headed for a preliminary hearing next month. Kravchenko, 22, is charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of 45-year-old James “Jake” Laverdure, who died at the Last Duel Park campground on Aug. 7, 2016. Kravchenko was arrested by the OPP on Dec. 18, 2016. A judicial pre-trial on the case was held on Friday, June 30. The preliminary hearing is scheduled to take one and a half days, and will start at 10 a.m. in courtroom No. 2 at the Perth courthouse, 43 Drummond St. E., on Wednesday, Aug. 2. It is expected to last until the next day.

Township is charged with driving a motor vehicle with more than 80 mg of alcohol in 100 mL of blood. On Monday, July 10 at 5:40 p.m., officers stopped a Jeep travelling west on County Road 10 in Drummond North Elmsley Township. He was released on a promise to appear. On July 1, 2017 at approximately 3:15 pm police were called to a motor vehicle collision on Bathurst 6th Concession in Tay Valley Township. Police determined the driver was under the influence of alcohol. As a result, Maximilian Grigor, 28, of Drummond North Elmsley Township is charged with impaired driving, fail to provide breath sample and dangerous op-

eration of a motor vehicle. He was released on an appearance notice for Perth Court Aug. 14, 2017. None of these impaired driving charges have not been proven in court. Crime Stoppers If you have information on any criminal activity that leads to someone being charged, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000. Call Lanark County Crime Stoppers, toll free at 1-800-222-8477. All tips remain anonymous and you will not have to attend court. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display.

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OPINION I

Connected to your community

Ramsey’s all-nighter

’ve only been a keeper of cats since the mid-1990s, when I got married. I come from a dog family. That is to say we had dogs instead of cats, not that I was raised by wolves. One thing Groom-boy and I agreed on when it came to having cats was that they would be indoor critters. He had seen too many family pets wiped out on busy streets. I wasn’t super keen on the bird-killing habits of outdoor cats. Over that time, we’ve had three cats and, for the most part, they have been reasonably content to stay inside. Our first feline, MacGregor, was the most inclined to try to escape. Usually it would happen when we were nearby, such as when we were coming and going out a door, so capture was relatively easy. Once he took off and was AWOL for about four hours before he came trotting home. Another time he managed to push out a screen in the sunporch and Groom-boy came home to find him chillin’ in the backyard while his “brother” Filibuster, cowered under a cedar bush nearby. Buster was not interested in going outside. He seemed to find it rather terrifying, which was fine with us. It worked out well. Those fine fellows have passed on, and now we have Ramsey, who is a grand kitty. He is a bit like Buster was in terms of the outdoors and doesn’t seem super keen to flee, although he does spend a lot of time on windowsills keeping vigil. He is definitely distracted by squirrels. Last Monday, Ramsey decided to test some boundaries. (OK … not sure it was an actual conscious decision on his part.) That afternoon I was coming into the house with armloads of stuff and I left the door open a smidge too long — so he stepped out. He got partway down the yard before I scooped him up. That may have triggered just enough curiosity. That evening, we let him out into the sunporch. When our air conditioning is on, we close the door to the sunporch to keep the warm air out, and he will make some noise when he wants to come back in. It was coming up on 11 p.m. when we discovered Ramsey wasn’t in the sunporch. That pesky screen had been pushed out again just enough for a kitty to squeeze through. (Must fix again.)

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So we all trooped out with flashlights/phone lights and commenced a search of the neighbourhood. We did see him, but he wouldn’t let us get close and the lights spooked him. Fortunately, no one called the police as I stumbled through backyards and checked under hedges. (Actually, it was all a ploy, based on last week’s column, to get a better idea of what is going on in my neighbourhood. OK, not really. I wanted to go to bed.) We searched for a good hour, then retreated and left the back door open to the sunporch, with treats. I posted about our missing fur child on Facebook, warning folks that he is, apparently, skittish. Girlchild was distraught. I was trying to be the voice of calm, with minimal success. The adults went to bed. The teenager, who stays up until all hours in the summer, did occasional patrols and would report his findings — he saw Ramsey a couple of times but couldn’t get near him. In the morning, I was outside early scouting around. I walked the block, and was glad to see no carnage on the roads, but there was no sign of Ramsey. Then, happily, our next-door neighbour phoned at about 7:30 a.m. He was on their back step. It took some careful cajoling with my voice of calm (and some treats), but I was able to get close enough to grab him. He looked exhausted. He actually had bags under his eyes. He slept all day, and hasn’t been super keen to dart outside since. Perhaps an all-nighter in the wilds of the backyard was enough to convince him he has it pretty good inside? (Our street can be terrifying. OK, not really.) Although I was doing my best to be the voice of calm throughout the event, I don’t even like to think about how this might have ended. He’s definitely my little buddy. He’s also the only one in the house who consistently eats what I feed him without complaining. Thanks to everyone who kept an eye out for Ramsey during his adventure.

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Stewart Park magic

Juggling entertainer Magoo leads the children’s parade through Stewart Park during the Stewart Park Festival on Sunday, July 16.

Childhood fear can be just as scary the second time

lease don’t call on me. You’re sitting in class and you don’t know the answer to the question the teacher has just put on the board. Either you didn’t study the material the night before, or you just didn’t get it, try as you might. Either way, you’re stumped. You put your hand up earlier in the lesson, so, maybe, you hope, the teacher won’t call on you. You’ve put in your time. You’ve put yourself forward. But no, it’s not happening. She looks over at you. You close your eyes – and hear your name. You stammer, and somehow get through to the end of whatever it was you said. Grasping at straws. Reciting what little you can remember. You get it wrong. You sit back down. I remember feeling this way in Ms. Noonan’s class in Grade 4. My best friends, Saul and Steve, had transferred over to the “new school,” Our Lady of Peace, and I was left behind. Everyone else had already paired up, friends wise, and I was left alone on the suddenly more sparse play yard at St. Joseph elementary school. I remember racing out of the door during first recess in September of 1990, getting to the other side of the yard, and realizing there was no one there behind me, running to play with me.

DESMOND DEVOY Des Says Grade 4 was a hard year. But feeling out of your depth became increasingly worse in Grade 6 with Ms. Gutt. Multiplication and division bedevilled me. Everyone else around me seemed to be getting it. Not I. They were on step 17, while I was still spinning my wheels on step three – “OK, so, what do I do with this remainder again in long division?” In Montreal this past May, I felt that same, sickening feeling of loneliness again, in a lunch room in Place Ville Marie. I was covering the visit of Ireland’s prime minister to Canada, and his meeting with Justin Trudeau. I had chatted with a nice photographer from Le Journal de Montreal, earlier before the speeches. But, apart from that, as the reporters had their lunch, after the speeches, I stood in the middle of the room on my own. On the one side, were the French-Canadian reporters, all speaking French. On the other side, were the Irish reporters, speaking English. In each group, everyone knew ev-

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eryone else. And in the middle of the room stood I, the only uni-lingual Anglophone Canadian reporter. From Ontario no less. Not a pleasant feeling to emotionally revisit Grade 4. Sometimes, when you become an adult, you realize how lucky you are not to be a kid anymore. When my wife and I were just newly married, and had only been in our house a few weeks, Stacey felt hungry for ice cream at an odd time of the day. There was that reflexiveness from years of being told “No,” by Mom and Dad. She asked me. “Gee, I dunno honey,” I replied. “We’ll have to ask Mom and Dad.” I paused a minute. “Oh, wait a minute,” added. “We are Mom and Dad!” We dug in. But there are scary moments of sheer terror for kids. I’m talking about the stuff that you can laugh off now, but, as a kid, you find terrifying. Recently, I got to vicariously act in my daughter’s stead and it was eyeopening. This past Friday, July 14, I was seated in the second row of the Calvary Pentecostal Church in Appleton, Mississippi Mills, where my two

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Royal Canadian Legion seeking volunteers for various upcoming events the convoy which has now been under steady attack for four days--we found her at least, in the pitch darkness of 2:00 in the morning. She has now lost sixteen ships, and everyone feeling mighty tense as we took up screening position. Thick and mis-

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While summer is the slow season for Royal Canadian Legion events, we never stop maintaining and improving our facilities. Now would be a good time to drop the office or call Laina at 613-267-4400 to leave your name, if you have time to volunteer for any project or event. Don’t forget to come by and view our latest exhibit at the Hall of Remembrance museum of combat boots from this year’s Vimy Ridge anniversary ceremony in France. Regular museum hours are Friday and Saturday 1 to 3 p.m., however this exhibit can usually be viewed during the hours Tay River Lounge is open. More information is available at the museum about William John McLean, a Perth man who was killed in action at the Battle of Vimy Ridge on April 9, 1917. Days of Yore … From The Perth Courier dated Nov. 8, 1956. “The Mayor and Council have granted the Perth Canadian Legion to hold two poppy days this week. On Friday, November 9, Perth’s Girl Guides will be offering Remembrance Poppies for sale at the various factory gates and to the shopping crowds in the main sections of town. On Saturday, Perth’s Scouts and Cubs will carry out a house to house canvas of the town selling poppies for the Canadian Legion. Saturday evening, No-

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This photo from the Canadian Virtual War Memorial pages of Veterans Affairs Canada website, shows local man Tom Spence at the grave of William John McLean this past April 7. McLean was from Perth and who lost his life at the Battle of Vimy Ridge on April 9, 1917. He is buried at Ecoivres Military Cemetery, Pas de Calais, France. vember 10, at 6:30 in the Town Hall, Perth and District Veterans will hold their Remembrance Dinner under the auspices of the Perth Branch of the Canadian Legion.” Did you know? Veterans Affairs Canada has viewable stories and diaries on their website, and the

following is from the diary of Frank Curry, Royal Canadian Navy. It seems this entry is from the year 1941: Saturday, May 16 - “We spent a terrible night--one that will never be forgotten by me. As we hurled ourselves onward into the teeth of mountainous seas at full speed, we made an all-out effort to reach

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Ticket conundrum taken care of by Good Samaritan in Town of Perth Dear Editor:

Thursday (July 13), I needed to pick up my volunteer shirt for the Stewart Park Festival at the bandshell. I parked at the Crystal Palace, and did not observe parking meters, pay station, or time restrictions. Alas, when I returned to my car, imagine my dismay when discovering I had left my purse at the band shell. So, back to the bandshell I went to re-

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daughters were taking part in an evening science camp. My youngest daughter, Loughlin, who turns four at the end of this month, was in the spot for the youngest budding scientists. As I waited with Loughlin on my knee for a Family Feud-style game to start, I flipped through The Holy Bible in front of me. I tried something that has worked in the past. I flipped to a random passage trying to find solace, or guidance, or a deeper meaning from what my finger lay upon. Instead, I found a psalm, where, basically, God is calling someone out for an insufficient tribute or offering. Not what I had been looking for. By this point, worship pastor Diana Billings was at the front of the church, pulling out names to come on down to be part of the game. It had been a long day at work, and Loughlin was acting up. I knew if her name was called, I would have to go up with her. “Please don’t call us, please don’t call us,” I muttered to myself. “I’m seated in the sec-

erable fog closed in on us at dawn, and we are going to have one great time hanging on to this convoy ....” Don’t forget our websites: www.rcl244.com and www.hallofremembrance. ca. Facebook: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 244.

trieve it! Returning to my car, I spied a meter agent, and indeed I had a ticket on my car. I know everyone has a ticket story. I imagine every meter agent is sick to death of hearing about it! I am never good at pleading my case. As a volunteer, though, I felt if I explained the truth about the picking up the shirt, and the return trip to fetch my purse, I may have a chance.

I wish I had the presence of mind to have asked his name, (he will know who he is). A good listener! The heart of a gentleman! The valour of a loyal employee! He indeed took care of my ticket. Perth, you do yourself proud! Many thanks. Jane Conley Bennett Lake Road, Tay Valley Township

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ond row of a church. If God can’t hear me from here…” At that moment, Billings held up a name from the bowl. “Loughlin Devoy!” Oh for crying out loud… But I went up and I’m glad I did. It was a nice daddy-daughter moment, taking part in the game. I had not taken part in the children’s activities (obviously) so some of the questions were complete mysteries to me. Had I really forgotten that much of my Grade 7 science lessons with Mr. Romaniw? I guessed on Loughlin’s behalf when her answer was indecipherable. Then it was time for the lightning round. Question: Five things that first come to mind about the Garden of Eden story? My first answer (apples) I gave to Loughlin. It was right, as was my own answer, a snake. But they were in the bottom of the five possible answers. God, obviously, was the top answer, as were Adam and Eve in the

second and third spots. (Seems so obvious to me now – though fully comprehending long division still baffles me.) Loughlin got a little gift card for playing, and I got to act like a clown for my daughter’s amusement. Family makes it all bearable. Going back to Grade 4 again, my father was putting me to bed one evening. It was getting colder as the fall progressed and he could tell I was sad, and lonely on the schoolyard. He did shift work at Air Canada, so, dropping by to play with me during the day was not an option. He had an old brown sweater he used to wear around the house, with a T-shirt underneath. He was trying to make me feel better, and took his sweater off and put it on me. “Wear this outside, sonny boy,” he said. “And pretend you’re playing with me.” I may have worn it to school. But his words were clear. I may not always be physically with you – but I’m always with you. I hope I gave my girls the same feeling of safety as my dad continues to give me, even today.

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Come for the ribs, stay for the music as Perth hosts annual Rib Fest event The last weekend of July will bring the Rotary Club’s third annual Ribfest and Car Show to Perth. This year’s three day festival July 28 to 30, will focus on local talent, shining a light on a diverse array of Lanark County’s amazing local musicians. Local businesses will also be on site showcasing their expertise and famous small town customer service. The kids’ corner is sure to please the little ones in your life with face painting, games, crafts and more. Be sure not to miss the fabulous car shows on Saturday and Sunday as hotrods, antiques and classics will be fully buffed up for the weekend’s fun and excitement..

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Shout out to an ex Valliant has found a measure of reconciliation in her own life lately. She has two children, Isabella, 8, and Marshall, 6, who, like her, live in Kemptville. She is asked sometimes why she keeps a picture of her exhusband around, and why they still go on trips together, all four of them, like their recent sojourn to Montreal. “We are still a family. It is what families do,” she said. “We work very hard to make it work.” At an average soccer practice for her children, it is not unusual to see Valliant and her mother, along with her ex-husband and his girlfriend. “You have to make the hard choices,” she said. “You have to be the adult.” Even though her marriage has ended, “that’s us as a couple” that has come to an end — they will never stop being parents. “It’s working for us so far,” she said. She joked that she has “rolling text (message) conversations,” with her ex-husband’s girlfriend, co-ordinating things like child pickup times. “We try to keep him in the loop,” she said with a laugh, as he tends not to reply to texts quickly as the two women in his life do. “We had 16 mostly wonderful years,” she said, and they still enjoy “a great friendship.” In her spare time, she enjoys painting. In fact, several of her paintings are hanging at the Geronimo Coffee House in Kemptville for a summer display. She also enjoys running and yoga, and now shares her life with what she calls her “House Panthers,” black cats, Marlo and Muffin. “Music used to always be my thing, my passion,” she recalled. “It wasn’t doing it for me anymore. I’d always liked the idea of painting.” So, she started taking it up, and said she is glad she did. “I would rather regret the things I’d done than the things I did not do,” she said. By being bounded by fear, “you miss out on life. You have to try. Life is too short to be angry and negative … It’s not productive.”

The Ribfest is a lot more than just delicious ribs, music and a fun day. The Rotary Club of Perth along with hundreds of community volunteers help host this fun and family oriented annual event. The Rotary Club is a group of men and women who are committed to the improvement of the local and global community through the power of volunteering and fundraising. Each year Rotary members donate hundreds of volunteer hours sup- One of last year’s vendors entices porting the community in activities customers to the Dinosaur BBQ Pit.

ranging from beautification in Stewart Park, reading programs in local schools, Library Summer Literacy Programs, offering student bursaries, funding for Perth and Lanark youth groups, Camp Merrywood and even adopting North Street road maintenance. The Ribfest is the Rotary’s largest annual fundraiser and all profits go to local community initiatives and supporting local agencies. During the current Rotary year, the Perth Club will donate more than

$60,000 to those activities. A past recipient, The Table Community Food Centre, has partnered with the Ribfest and is recruiting volunteers for the event. Volunteer positions are still available at www.perthribfest.com or email Wendy Quarrington at wendy@thetablecfc.org So come on down, enjoy all the festival has to offer, indulge yourself and feel good doing it. You’re helping build community one rib at a time.

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Flood of retirements puts staffing pressure on OPP detachment BY DESMOND DEVOY

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A hiring surge in the 1970s means that now the tide is going out, with a spike in retirements. Superintendent Craig Abrams, OPP East Region Command Staff, told a meeting in Carleton Place last month that he looses an average of 30 members per month across eastern Ontario. He called the retirement surge “a challenge for every detachment” during a presentation to the Lanark County association of police services boards (PSB) quarterly meeting, held at the Ocean Wave Fire Company’s boardroom in Carleton Place on Wednesday, June 28. “A bunch of people got hired in the 1970s, and now they are retiring,” he explained. Wayne Drummond, a member of the Carleton Place PSB, and former officer with the now-disbanded Carleton Place police department, wondered if some OPP detachments were “stealing (officers) from each other” to fill out their thinning ranks. “That is certainly avoided ... that behaviour,” said Abrams. “We don’t do that.” Carleton Place’s fire Chief Les Reynolds, noted that “we are a growing community,” and asked, “How do we ensure you have the right number

of people (on the force)?” Abrams, somewhat jokingly, replied that “smarter people than me” at OPP headquarters in Orillia keep an eye on staffing levels at the various detachments. “There is a formula,” said Abrams, but he conceded that staffing is a “moving target. It is not an exact science,” as it is based mostly on existing data. (Drummond said in his day, there was a simple formula – one officer for every 1,000 citizens.) Abrams also warned that cyber fraud “is just going to grow” in the future, with criminals “using technology to prey on people … My own family has fallen victim to it.” The police are using technology to better fight crime – and push paper. More officers are using “talk-to-text” technology to file reports and take notes. “We are trying to increase our technology … with the budget we have,” said Abrams. “Internet-based crime is growing. It is coming. There will be more and more victims.” Police costing Lanark County Warden Bill Dobson (Montague reeve), inquired about police costing, and wondered if there were “jobs police (currently) do that other (civilian) people could do … work that you do that could be given

to other professions?” Abrams replied that more police forces are asking themselves the hard questions, like: “Is what we are doing truly law enforcement work? Do we need a police officer to be an analyst? Why would you train a police officer to be an analyst, where there are university graduates to do that?” He gave, as an example, mental health calls. Unless there is a risk to public safety, or the safety of the person in question, often, the police do not need to be involved. That is why Abrams commended the continued use of the Lanark County Situation Table model. “We have seen huge results from that,” he said, which have reduced the number of calls for service, and see fewer repeat calls. Carleton Place Mayor Louis Antonakos said that he wanted to see sustainable funding for the Situation Table. “The powers that be seem to be supporting this (concept),” said Coun. Jim Graff, chair of Perth’s PSB. “It looks like the support is there.” Availability Reynolds reminded Abrams that in the front office downstairs at the OPP detachment, there was only one staffer available to handle public inquiries – and only three days per week, at that. “It has been a concern of the Car-

leton Place PSB,” said Reynolds, who added that there is a phone outside of the building where the public can access the OPP communications centre hotline. “Seventy per cent of our workforce comes back after our (OPP) office closes. We are a bedroom community of Ottawa.” Abrams said that the OPP had to consider “a balance of efficiencies versus being available to the public.” One way in which the Carleton Place PSB is trying to accommodate the community is by anticipating when “there are spikes at certain times of the year,” for, say, background checks. In anticipation of these times, Carleton Place hosted an evening intake to accept background check applications – and more than 200 people attended. Now, they are “considering making that a regular event,” said Reynolds. There was also talk of having a centralized, civilian group within the police department who could handle online background check applications. At this, Lanark-Frontenac-Lennox and Addington MPP Randy Hillier noted that there are “private enterprises that are doing background checks, (and) I’m told that the turnaround time is very quick.” “Some private enterprises are allowed to do some, but not all

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(checks),” said Abrams. Mississippi Mills Coun. Denzil Ferguson reported that the RCMP has started contracting out fingerprinting. “The private sector has jumped into the fray,” said Ferguson. “The RCMP have licensed the private sector to do that. That significantly addressed that situation.”

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Cancer Society ‘dances’ for joy with $7,500 donation to Wheels of Hope BY DESMOND DEVOY

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Jessica Roback literally danced for joy when she read a letter from a Perth-based insurance company recently. Now, letters from insurance companies are not usually met with dancing. Trepidation maybe. Or an eye-roll at having to fill out some paperwork. But this letter was different. But Roback, the community engagement specialist with the Canadian Cancer Society’s local chapter,

based in Perth, at 10 Sunset Blvd., had received a message from the Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group that they were going to donate $7,500 to the society’s Wheels of Hope program. “I was just so shocked … This money is amazing. I was dancing,” said Roback, before the cheque presentation at the Commonwell offices at 98 South St. on Friday, July 7. “We never get bulk donations like this. Normally, I’m doing bake sales. It’s a big deal for us.” The Wheels of Hope transporta-

Community foundation seeks to take pulse of community BY DESMOND DEVOY

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What can the community foundation do better, or more of ? The Perth and District Community Foundation is seeking input from the public in its Community Well-Being and Quality of Life Survey, as part of its Vital Signs project. The foundation’s executive director, Lynn McIntyre, said that of the 192 community foundations across Canada, the Perth foundation is also one of the smallest — but it still punches above its weight. He admitted during a presentation to Perth town council’s committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, June 13 that they are best known for their community grants, their endowments, and for being a “community convener”, which can mean kick-starting initiatives like starting up the community group that facilitated the arrivals of Syrian refugee families to the area.

“There is a real commitment to this community to do more and do better,” said McIntyre. But he wants to know "how do we stack up? How do we compare? Are we overlooking something?” The foundation is mining data from Statistics Canada information, but “our gut feeling is that there is a great to be told.” He wants the community to let him know “if there are deficiencies we need to have that tough discussion.” There are four to five questions available in hard copy form at the Perth and District Union Public Library (or any public library in Lanark County) as well as online at pcdf.ca, and he estimates that it only takes about 10 minutes of your time to fill out. “Take a minute to invest into our community,” he asked. “We are also prepared to do focus groups” to service clubs, for example.

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At centre, third from left, Michael-Elizabeth Paczek, communications and brand manager with The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group, presents a cheque for $7,500 to the Canadian Cancer Society, represented by Jessica Roback, community engagement speicalist at the Cancer Society’s Perth office, third from right, at the Commonwell office in Perth on Friday, July 7. Joining them are, from left, Tracey Curran, Cheryl Curran, Angie White, and Theresa Messier.

tion service has 21 drivers who help Perth and Lanark Highlands Township cancer patients get to their chemo and radiation therapy sessions in Ottawa, Kingston, or even Perth. In 2016 alone, the program made 900plus trips. “It’s one of the biggest programs we have in Perth … the bulk of our local fundraising goes to that (program),” said Roback, who often hears cancer victims feeling guilty, feeling that they are imposing on family members for a lift: “I don’t want to put that burden on my family,” Roback recalls clients telling her. “You can only count on your family for so long.” Roback can sympathize because, for herself, “driving to the city … I don’t even know where to park half the time.” Her reply to her clients? “Don’t worry, we’ve got it covered.”

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Introduces the basics of leadership in a recreation setting by providing three weeks of hands-on placement to apply new tech skills and gain valuable problem solving experience. Participants will be closely supervised and have the benefit of frequent evaluation and feedback regarding their progress. Successfully completing this program can provide youth with a certificate of participation, a professional reference for future employers, and the opportunity to complete mandatory volunteer hours for high school curriculum. This course is modeled like a tech workplace. For more information, please contact Rob More at robmore629@gmail.com or at the Beckwith Township Office ~ 1702 9th Line Beckwith. Forms are on our website www.twp.beckwith.on.ca under “Recreation” and “Day/Sports Camp” or at the office.

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SuperWalk for Parkinson's disease to be held at Perth’s Conlon Farm Sept. 9 Local volunteers have been working since December to host the first Parkinson SuperWalk Lanark North Leeds. It joins 80 other communities across Canada for Parkinson Canada’s largest fundraising event. The event will take place at Conlon Farm, Perth, 109 Smith Drive, on Saturday, Sept. 9 with check in at 9:30 a.m. and walk start at 10 a.m. Proceeds raised will be used to fund research, increase services and support advocacy efforts on behalf of people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). The event will be held rain or shine with local entertainers, food, information about PD. Patricia Boal, CTV Ottawa News anchor will be the MC, joining Perth town crier Brent McLaren to lead the walk. Every participant who raises $50 or more will receive a Parkinson’s T-shirt and the great feeling that comes with being part of a larger community. Prizes will be awarded to the first-time walkers who raise the most money. Those with mobility issues are encouraged to attend. “Having participated in other walks in Toronto and Ottawa, I have always found it so inspiring to be with others who have Par-

kinson’s Disease and who share a common goal,” says Pat Evans, who is helping to organize the event. “We have had great support from local sponsors and individuals. Still weeks away from the event, we have raised more than $12,000 in in-kind and cash sponsorships and donations and are hopeful that by September 9th, we can double this amount.” Parkinson’s disease is a chronic and progressive neurological movement disorder, meaning that symptoms continue and worsen over time. The most common symptoms include tremor, slowness and stiffness, impaired balance, problems with handwriting, stooped posture and sleep disturbances. There is no cure, you can live with it for years and everyone progresses in a differen way. Parkinson Canada offers support groups in various communities across Canada, including Almonte and Perth. These groups are important for those with Parkinson’s as they provide an opportunity to feel less alone and learn more about services that will help them do better. Currently, one in 500 people in Canada have Parkinson's but that number is expected to double by 2031. The average age of diag-

nosis is around 60 years of age but like Michael J. Fox, 10 per cent are diagnosed before age 40. To date, despite decades of intensive study, the causes of Parkinson’s remain unknown. Many experts think that the disease is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, which may vary from person to person. In Perth, there is a Parkinson's support group which meets the last Monday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Community Home Support Lanark County, 40 Sunset Blvd. Suite D. In Perth. Meetings are held the third Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Kemptville and District Home Support office located at 215 Sanders St., Unit 1 in Kemptville. For more information on the meetings, please call Margaux Wolfe, community development coordinator for eastern Ontario at 613-722-9238 or 1-800-565-3000 ext 3425, or email Margaux.Wolfe@parkinson.ca. For more information about the SuperWalk or to register or donate online, please visit http://donate.parkinson.ca/site/ TR/SuperWalk2017/EO_superwalk?fr_ id=1935&amp;pg=entry Submitted by the organizing committee

Breakfast season comes to successful ending Another successful windup to the the season, as well as the dedicated volunteers Snow Road Snowmobile Club break- who make them happen. The club is already preparing for their anfast season with three fundraisers for local charities. Each year the club ded- nual Canada Day breakfast/bake and yard sale icates three end-of-season breakfasts to support charities in both Lanark and Frontenac. This year, breakfast proceeds and donations collected have provided another boost to these charities. $1,547.50 was raised on behalf of Alzheimer’s Society; and the Canadian Cancer Society benefited with $1,324 for the Wheels of Hope campaign, and $1,356.00 for melanoma. The executive and members of the club want to thank everyone who has supported their fundraising breakfasts and other activities throughout

on Saturday, June 24 and are happily accepting donations for the yard sale or the bake sale. Contact Ruth Wark at 613-278-0477 or Alice Gilchrist at 613-278-1020 for information.

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From left, Pat Evans, Lynne Evans, Gayle Truman, and Judy McCarthy, promote the Lanark-North Leeds SuperWalk to be held on Saturday, Sept. 9, at Conlon Farm.

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Brooke Henderson of Smiths Falls tied for 13th at the US Women’s Open in Bedminster, New Jersey, playing at the Trump National Golf Club. The win earned her just over US$97,696. US President Donald Trump made an appearance Friday, something which Henderson thought was “amazing” when asked about it following that round. "We must be pretty famous," she said with a laugh. “It’s really amazing that the President of the United States is here to watch us play golf, and on a tremendous golf course. I’m really excited and it was a great opportunity.” President Trump was in the area of the 15th hole, and with all the commotion surrounding his visit, it was a little tougher for the golfers to concentrate on the tee shot from 16. “I hit a pretty decent tee shot

there (Friday) and if I can hit the green there every single day then I’ll be really happy.” She said it was one of the toughest holes to play on the course. When asked if she could block out the noise from the fans swarming the president easily enough, Henderson said “yah, it’s just like any other event … those generators are pretty loud back there.” Then she flashed that grin. Softer conditions of the course due to the rain, allowed the Henderson sisters adjusted well, Henderson noted. “We (sister/caddie Brittany) weren’t as afraid of those runoff areas as I was the day before, as everything was holding a little bit better.” Henderson said she felt good about the day’s round “but I feel I could have gotten a little bit more” out of it. “Anytime you’re shooting under par in a major championship … I’m a few shots back but hopefully I can make that up in the next two days and put my-

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Perth resident wins $100,000 top prize on instant bingo scratch ticket

Congratulations to Kelly-Ann Desjardine of Perth who won $100,000 with Instant Bingo Doubler. “I usually pick up some groceries and then buy my lottery tickets while I’m at the store,” shared Desjardine while at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto where she got her big cheque. “I find Instant scratch games are fun and relaxing and that’s why I enjoy playing them.” Desjardine noticed an Instant Bingo Doubler ticket popping out of her purse one evening. “I was in the kitchen and I decided to scratch it before turning in for the night. As I began playing, the suspense was intriguing me so I decided to quickly scratch the remainder of the ticket. That’s when I realized I won $100,000!” Excited to share the news, Desjardine yelled to her husband who was in the living room. “I said, ‘I just won $100,000.’ His response, ‘You’re kidding!’ He didn’t believe me at first so we triple checked the ticket. My husband started crying tears of joy and I was thankful for the unexpected win. It definitely came at a good time for us.” She validated her ticket the

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Kelly-Ann Desjardine of Perth recently won $100,000 on an Instant Bingo Doubler scratch ticket. She plans to use some of the winnings to pay off her brand new Harley-Davidson motorcycle. following day. “OLG called the store to confirm my win. The staff members at the store know me and they were all excited and happy for me. I was in shock and still trying to process it.” Plans are underway for Desjardine’s windfall. “My husband and I enjoy riding our motorcycles. This prize amount will help me pay off my brand new Harley. This prize will also go towards a

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You may need to dim your lights so you do not outshine others, Aries. You can be a force and it pays to let others share a bit of the spotlight. This will garner some goodwill.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, if personal growth or a change has been on your mind, why not get started this week? You may benefit from a minor makeover or a change of scenery.

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GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you may need to sort out a complicated relationship that has you trying to figure out who is friend who, if anyone, is foe. Play it carefully until you have all of the facts. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Sift through all of your financial matters and start to get your ducks in a row, Cancer. This is a prime time to take an assessment of your income and spending habits.

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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, your social schedule in the coming days is as busy as ever, but you don’t know how you will find the time. Make a list of your biggest priorities. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, it’s best to check your sense of direction from time to time to make sure you are not going the wrong way at full speed. Use a friend as your personal GPS.

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Far left, Chris Charby and his son, Jacob, 2, get some lemonade at the 159th edition of the Almonte Fair on Sunday, July 16. Left, Richard Ireland, an Ottawa Valley resident who has done carnival for 33 years, mans the “Tubs of Fun Game” at the fair, which ran from July 14 to 16 at the Almonte Fairgrounds. Evelyn Harford/Metroland

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Tales from a quieter place penned this week by the Troubadour "I have at last come home. "And now realize that 'home' is not a place, but rather it lies deep within the heart. And the heart rests deep within God himself. "Set the captives free! "Scatter them into the wind. "Skywards they softly rise, "So now all shall live again." No doubt these words have been written and appeared in print many times and in various forms before but lately, for me, they have found new meaning. Having spent much time in hospital recently, there has been opportunity to reflect upon such things. And being one who has always thought a lot and considered life; these thoughts are not new but only enhanced. They are being lived out "for real" in other words. One discovers much about oneself while spending many days in bed. One also discovers much about others while spending time this way. So many reactions, expressions,

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The Shaw family wish to express their sincere thanks to the many friends that sent beautiful cards and gifts in celebration of our 60th wedding anniversary. Your presence at our anniversary party made our day so special and memorable. Jack & Audrey Shaw

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THANK YOU I would like to thank my family, friends and neighbours for attending my 90th birthday party, as well as all the lovely cards and gifts. It was a day I will always treasure! Thanks to everyone, Erva Rivington

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I would like to thank all my family, friends and church family for all the phone calls, cards, gifts, prayers and flowers on the occasion of My 90th Birthday. The thoughtfulness from all of you made my day even more special. Thank you, Viola Lawson

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Congratulations to our parents as they Celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary on July 20th, 2017 Best Wishes for many more happy years. Michael and Susan & Scott

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We wish to express our appreciation to our many friends and relatives for their words of condolence, telephone calls, cards and charitable donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute and LAWS in memory of Christopher Smith. Thank to Rev. Grace Vaters for the inspiring service. A special thank you to Stewart Blair and Staff at Blair & Son Funeral Home Perth for their guidance through this difficult time. Thanks to whomever put the bike & flowers in memory of Chris on Highway 7. Brenda, Judy Smith & families

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Iona Budd On Friday, July 14, 2017, it is with great sadness, Iona Susan Jane Budd nee Brown has passed, surrounded by her loved ones. She has come to peace and rest in her 85th year and will be greatly missed by so many. She was the loving and devoted mother of her three children, Ernest (Nancy), Byron (Val) and Mary (Ralph Geddes) Fisher. She lived a full life and spread her love and sweet personality to each and every person that crossed her path. Her love was felt by everyone and she was known by so many as “grannie”. A grandmother to 15 grandchildren, 12 greatgrandchildren and many extended grandchildren whom considered her grannie. Daughter of Ernest and Susan Brown nee Moulton. Sister of Wilbert (Margaret), predeceased by Orval, Walter, predeceased by Alvin (Marj), predeceased by Leonard (Linda), Leslie (Rita), Joan (predeceased by Keith), Sheil, predeceased by John, Jessie (predeceased by Neill) Johnston, Gladys (Eddie) Wright, Dorothy (Cy) Finnerty, Rita, predeceased by Florence and many nieces and nephews. Friends visited the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Service in the Chapel Wednesday July 19, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Interment followed at St. Augustine’s Cemetery, Prospect. For those who wish, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Lung Association or Heart & Stoke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

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Marilyn Edith Hartley

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Douglas Menzies

January 13, 1930 - June 24, 2017 Peacefully at the age of 87 years in the Smiths Falls District Hospital. Deeply beloved husband for 60 years of the late M. Ann Kilpatrick (Mainse). Cherished father of James Kilpatrick (Amy), Michael Kilpatrick (Robin) and Peggy Travis (Stephen). Proud grandfather of Brian Travis, Michael Travis and Matthew Travis. Son of Jessie and Fred Kilpatrick. Brother of the late Donald Kilpatrick, survived by sister Mary Scheufler. Born and raised in Windsor, Ontario, Doug spent his youth perfecting his swimming stroke at the high school pool, and learning leadership, and how to march, with the local army cadets. Queen’s University was his alma mater, and where he met Ann. Ann Mainse and Douglas Kilpatrick were married in 1956 in Kingston, Ontario, in an evening ceremony. Doug’s career in the Royal Canadian Artillery was cut short after suffering an injury which led to an early discharge. The skills learned in the military led him to teaching and he enjoyed a long career of correcting math exams and patrolling the halls of various high schools. First in Sutton West for 8 great years, and then moving to Smiths Falls in 1968, initially as the head of the Math department for 3 years and then Vice Principal for 3 further years. In 1974 he was appointed Principal of Almonte and District High School and stayed for 9 happy years. In 1983 his final position was leading the students and staff, as Principal, of Carleton Place High School. He found this a challenging position that ultimately led to the creation of the motto “Be There. Be Positive.” This motto, used to great success in helping the school “turn the corner” (by 1988-89 the school came either first or second in all county academic and athletic competitions) and is now the name of an award given yearly to the deserving student who exemplifies this enthusiastic attitude of winning. Summers were spent at the family cottage where he loved to cut and stack firewood in “the woods” and where he taught every kid that came along to water ski, and enjoy the beauty of nature. Retirement years were spent volunteering with many local community groups such as Meals On Wheels, Lanark County Interval House, United Church Young Heritage Leaders, and many others... He was named Smiths Falls Citizen of the Year in 2008. He was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2012. He greatly enjoyed working with the “Lest We Forget Project Foundation”, which provided support to students and charitable organizations who studied and honoured the service of the fallen Canadians from the World Wars in order to preserve their memories. One of his greatest honours, for many years, was the reading of “In Flanders Fields”, for the Royal Canadian Legion, at the annual Remembrance Day ceremonies in Smiths Falls. A Service to Celebrate the Life of Douglas Menzies Kilpatrick will be held Saturday July 22nd, 2017 gathering at 1:30 p.m. at Trinity Smiths Falls United Church, Market Street at Russell Street, Smiths Falls, Ontario. In memoriam donations may be made to the: Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation www.sfchfoundation.com Trinity Smiths Falls United Church Memorial Fund www.trinityunitedsf.ca Canadian Red Cross www.redcross.ca

Marilyn passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 10, 2017 at the age of 78. Loved mother of Clifford (Elizabeth) Hartley, Debbie Hartley and Cindy Hartley. Special mother of Dale Ireton. Sadly missed by her granddaughter Jessica and greatgranddaughter Skyrah. Predeceased by her parents Ernest and Gladys Taylor and brothers Clarence (the late Sheila) and Daryll Taylor. Fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Family and friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service took place in the Chapel on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Interment, Hillcrest Cemetery. In memory of Marilyn, donations to L. A. W. S., Heart & Stroke Foundation or a fund of choice would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

Smith, Jeanne Mildred October 1, 1925 - July 11, 2017

Peacefully at the Carleton Place Hospital. Jeanne is survived by her sister Diane Boyle (Brian) of Barrie, Ontario and is predeceased by her brothers Clifford O’Keefe (Betty), Bruce Smith (Helen), Neil Smith (Theresa), Tom Smith (Doreen) and her sister Rita Perry (Percy). Jeanne is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Jeanne’s working life was with Air Canada. She loved her job, traveled the world, saw many things, had a great time and now it’s over. Here’s to you Jeanne. www.barkerfh.com

Fleming

Peacefully at his residence with his family by his side on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 in his 75th year. Beloved husband of Francoise (nee Gagne), loving father of Nancy Powers (Mark Hearn) and the late Christine Powers. Cherished grandfather of Patrick, Matthew and Samantha. Brother of Maureen and the late Sean. Predeceased by his parents John “Jack” and Frances Powers (nee Mckeown). Fondly remembered by many extended family members, friends and neighbours. The family wish to thank the nurses and staff of the Community Care Access Centre, Bayshore Home Healthcare and the Sweater Gang for all their love, guidance and continued support. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Thursday, July 20, 2017 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm. A memorial service will take place following the visitation at 3:00pm. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, Ontario. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca.

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Doris Isobel Fleming (Kent)

Doris passed away surrounded by the love of her family in the Perth hospital Thursday July 13, 2017 in her 88th year. She was the beloved wife and best friend of the late Cecil Fleming, loving and devoted mother of Heather (Wayne) Kirkham, Linda (Leonard) Cardiff, Betty (Bob) Moodie, Nancy (late Breck) Fournier and Paul Fleming. Doris was cherished grandmother of Tim (Debbie) Kirkham, Cindy (Jason) Smalley, the late Katie Kirkham, Todd Cardiff (Lori Gummer), Ashley (Shawn) James, Brittany Moodie (Bradley Bell) Devon Moodie, Jason (Cassy) Fournier and Abbie Fournier. She was great-grandmother of Dylan Kirkham, Teri-Ann Kirkham, Samuel Smalley, William Smalley, Nicholas, Tyler and Brooklyn James, Breckon Fournier, Leila Fournier and the late Fiona Fournier. Doris was predeceased by her siblings Lloyd, Tom, George Kent, Jean Percival, Betty Martin, Gilbert and David Kent. She was sister-in-law to Barry (Eleanor) Fleming and the late Wilma Echlin, Clarence “Bud” Fleming and Ray Fleming. Doris will be sadly missed by all her family and many good friends. Friends and family were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. West, Perth on Sunday July 16, 2017 from 1:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel on Monday at 10:30 A.M. Interment St. Stephens Cemetery, Brooke. A reception in the Blair & Son Family Centre followed the interment. In memory of Doris, donations made to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Lanark County Cancer Society - Wheels of Hope would be appreciated.

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Manchester Peacefully at Broadview Nursing Centre on Tuesday, July 11, 2017 in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Percival Manchester. Loving mother of Lyle (Vicki) Manchester, and Gayle (the late Alphonse Lanceleve). Cherished grandmother of Jennifer (Kevin Hogan), Laci Manchester, Devon Manchester, Margaret Ann (Frank Daye), Angie Lanceleve and Victor (Theresa) Lanceleve. Treasured by numerous greatgrand children, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends were invited to visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Thursday, July 13, 2017 from 1:00 pm until time of funeral service in the Chapel at 3:00 pm. As expressions of sympathy, donations to C.N.I.B. or the Smiths Falls Free Methodist Church would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

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Mary Barbara McGrath (Nee Drummond)

Graham, Annie “Ann” Sally (nee Craig) Absent from the body, present with the Lord. Surrounded by family July 12, 2017 at the age of 99. Beloved wife of the late Wilmer James Graham. Loving mother of Nora Duncan (Jim), Bristol, QC and Grace. Loving grandmother of Sonja (Bill), Deborah Bonnar (Tim), Langley, B.C., Graham Duncan, Ajax, ON, David Duncan (Danielle), Toronto, ON. Greatgrandmother of 6. Will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents Maude and Wally Craig. Predeceased by sisters Velma Henderson, Vivian Russett, Myrtle Cottee, Mary Dubien, and brothers Elmer, Ben and Kit. With Special thanks to the Carleton Place Terrace for their loving care and kindness. Friends may visit the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, Ontario on Friday, July 21, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral service will be held Saturday at St. Andrews-Knox Church, 72 Aylmer Road, Bristol, Quebec at 2:00 p.m. with an hour’s visitation in the Church prior to the service. Interment to follow at Norway Bay United Cemetery, Bristol, Quebec. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Bible Society or to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family www.barkerfh.com

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

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Passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 9, 2017 nine days before her 97th birthday. Beloved wife and best friend of the late Thorold McGrath. Loving and devoted mother of Earle McGrath, Mary Lura (John) Williams and the late Garnet McGrath (Carolyn Trenholme). Cherished grandmother of Kimberly (Dan) Matte, Stephen (Michelle) McGrath, Cynthia (David) Harrison, Christina (Brett) King, Brad (Stacy) McGrath, Todd (Leanne) McGrath and Juli McGrath (Scott Prout). Great-grandmother of Katelyn and Justin Matte, Cassandra and Victoria McGrath, Hailey and Kendra Harrison and Keelan and Carter McGrath, Brady and Broc McGrath, Sydney and Jaxon King, Addison Prout and proud greatgreat grandmother of Luke Matte. Barbara is survived by her siblings Robert and Eleanor Drummond, Wilmer Drummond (late Evelyn), Vivian Willows (late Lloyd), Bernice (Doug) Wiseman, Shirley Drummond (late Jack), and the late Earl Drummond (late Hilda). She will be fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews and extended family in Wolford, Smiths Falls and surrounding communities. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Thursday, July 13, 2017 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service to celebrate her life took place at the Wolford Chapel on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment followed at the Wolford Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Wolford Chapel or Wolford Cemetery fund. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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FINLAY Hugh “Hugger”

Beckett, Rosedith Passed away peacefully with family at her side in hospital on July 12, 2017. Rosedith (nee thomson) of Almonte, oN., at the age of 83. Survived by her second husband Allan Richmond and predeceased by her first husband James Beckett, also her son Kerry. Cherished by her children Chris (Joe Dodd), Melanie (Brian Closs), and James (Linda). Proud “Gramma” to many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dear sister to Evelyn, Connie and Jo. Fondly remembered by relatives and friends. Family and Friends Attended A Celebration of Life on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 11am in the c. R. GAMBLe FUNeRAL hoMe & chAPeL iNc. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 Private Family inurnment followed the service in the Auld Kirk Cemetery. Reception was in the Almonte Civitan Hall. Donations may be made in memory of Rosedith to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute or the Canadian Diabetes Association. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

(Veteran WW II—RCAF)

Passed away peacefully at the Almonte General Hospital with his family at his side on Saturday, July 15, 2017. Hugh Finlay of Almonte in his 93rd year. Beloved husband of Elizabeth & loving father of Bob (Diane), Nancy & Claudine Smitiuch (Andy). Cherished grandpa of Christine, Lindsay, Adam & Jessica. Great grandfather of Madeline. Special thank you to the nursing staff of the Almonte General Hospital and the wonderful Dr. Matthew Tiffany. Also to home crew, psw’s Joanne, Brenda, Kayla & Ashley and nurse Lesley and Catherine & Amy. A huge thank you to fantastic neighbours, Art & Terri Clarke and Bob & Hazel Anderson. The family has opted for a private burial ceremony but welcome you to join them for a celebration of Hugh’s life at the Almonte Civitan Hall on Saturday, July 29 from 3 to 6 PM. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 For those who may choose to honour Hugh with a memorial donation, please consider donating to our veterans via the Almonte Legion. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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Patterson Stuart N. Patterson

Retired Owner of Patterson Jewellers ~ Smiths Falls Passed away at the Kingston General Hospital surrounded by his family on Sunday, July 16, 2017 at the age of 68. Beloved husband and best friend of Audrey (nee Kelly). Stuart will be sadly missed by his parents Sterling and Edna (nee Norris) Patterson. Loving brother of Donald (Karen), Paul (Patsy) and Ronald (Judy) Patterson. Cherished step-father of Carolyn (Troy) Lesurf, Glenn (Claire) Weir, and Travis (Sarah) Weir. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Grace, Matthew, and Zoe, his nephew Troy, and nieces Rene (Brandon) and Crystal. Stuart will be remembered for his skill in the jewellery and watch business, and most importantly for taking care of his many loyal clients in the Smiths Falls and surrounding area, until the time of his retirement in 2011. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Thursday, July 20, 2017 from 11 a.m. until the time of the service in the Chapel at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions in Stuart’s name may be made to the Canadian Lung Association. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

BARNETT – Janice Theresa. July 22, 1952November 22, 2007. This would have been your 65th birthday. We miss you Jim Chevy and Buffy

IN MEMORIAM FLOOD, Brian - In loving memory of a dear friend, who passed away 4 years ago, July 18, 2013. As time goes on without you, And days turn into years. They hold a million memories, And a thousand silent tears. To me you were very special, What more is there to say. Except to wish with all my heart, That you were here today. Charles

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AYRES CONSTANCE MARILYN “Connie” Following a short but courageous battle with cancer and with her family at her side in hospital at Ottawa on Saturday, July 15, 2017. Connie Ayres (nee; More) of Almonte, age 44 years. Dearly loved wife of Rod Ayres. Treasured daughter of Marilyn More (nee: Johnston) and the late Tom More. Beloved sister of Jeff (Shelley) and Rob More. Loved aunt of Brianna, Ashley & Thomas More and Devon, April & Nicole Ayres. Sister-in-law of Donald & Robert Ayres and Juli Parks. Friends may call at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 for visiting on Wednesday, July 19 from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 PM and where Service will be held in the Gamble Chapel on Thursday, July 20 at 11:30 AM, Rev. Mary Royal-Duczek, officiating. Interment Auld Kirk Cemetery. For those who may choose to honour Connie with a memorial donation, please consider the Canadian Cancer Society or the Arthritis Society. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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NICHOLAS, HArrIet

(Retired BASF, Arnprior) (April 10, 1925 – July 14, 2017) With heavy hearts we announce that our amazing mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother and wonderful friend, Harriet Nicholas of Arnprior passed away at Hospice Renfrew in the early morning hours of Friday, July 14th. She was 92 years young. Beloved wife of the late Jerry Nicholas (December 25, 2002). Dearly loved mother and good friend of Shirley Anderson (Wayne), Mary Sperry (Noel), Theresa Stokman (John), Jimmy (Sue Baird), Ron (Anna), Karen Scobie (late Gary) and Faye Warren (Rob). Cherished and adored by her 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Del Begley (late Roy), Ernie Fabian (Joan), Doreen Nicholas (late Roy), Barbara McMillan (Bill Sumer), Shirley Peckford (Bert), Marian Dennison (late Bob), Eddie Fabian (Betty) and Carson Fabian. Predeceased by her parents: Christie and Lila (nee Eno) Fabian; her stepmother, Frances (nee Yantha); 2 brothers: Graydon and Roy Fabian (late Mary) as well as 2 sisters: Katie Fabian and Dianne Fabian. Lovingly remembered by the Nicholas family, many nieces, nephews and so many wonderful friends. A quiet, caring lady, Harriet enjoyed the simpler things in life. Her family always came first. She never said no to a game of cards. She will be missed. Family and friends were invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Tuesday, July 18 from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. only. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. John Chrysostom Church, Arnprior on Wednesday morning, July 19 at 10 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. In memory of Harriet, please consider a donation to the St. John Chrysostom Church Memorial Fund or Hospice Renfrew. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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ROBERTSON – In loving memory of Kathy (April 21, 2013), Marvin (July 23, 2001) and Lorne (August 4, 1997) Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near, Forever loved and ever dear. Never Forgotten Mom (Marilyn), Maureen, Sharon, Craig and Shelley and families

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LEVI - In loving memory of a dear Mother and Grandmother, Helen Elizabeth Levi, who passed away July 21st, 1987. As time unfolds another year, Memories keep you ever near. Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you are always there. - Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by the family.

O’GRADY - In memory of a dear husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather and great grandfather, Michael James O’Grady who passed away July 21, 2005. An illusion of a presence, A whisper of a memory, A hint of an ideal, A flicker of a smile, A gesture of kindness A picture in a frame. Memories of our loved one forever remain Touching us at unexpected moments to let us know that they’re with us always. Forever loved and sadly missed Etta and the O’Grady children and families.

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Dale Gemmill

Sept. 7, 1945 – Jul 23, 2015 He never looked for praises, He was never one to boast, He just went on quietly working, For the ones he loved the most. His dreams were seldom spoken, His wants were very few, And most of the time his worries, Went unspoken too. He was there – a firm foundation, Through all our storms of life, A sturdy hand to hold onto, In times of stress and strife. Lovingly remembered Mary, Rodger, Scott, Cynthia and their families.

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JOHNSON, Robbie “Rob” “Pee Wee” July 17, 2016 (Dad, Son & Brother) A year has gone by we miss you so much. Harper, Finley, Karen, Jeff, Kathy, Sandy, Mike & Mom

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In Memoriam MELANSON, Donald Alexander In loving memory of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather who passed away July 19, 2014. BECKETT, Omar John October 21, 1923 – July 18, 2011 In loving memory of a wonderful husband and father. Loving and kind in all his ways, Upright and just to the end of his days, Sincere and kind in heart and mind, What a beautiful memory he left behind. Always missed, Beryl, Girls and Family

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WANTED FIREARMS WANTED FOR AUGUST 26TH, 2017 LIVE & ONLINE AUCTION: Rifles, Shotguns, Handguns, Militaria. Auction or Purchase: Collections, Estates, Individual items. Contact Paul, Switzer’s Auction: Toll-Free 1-800-6942609, info@switzersauction.com or www.switzersauction.com.

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STEEL BUILDINGS STEEL BUILDING SALE ...”PRICED TO SELL!” 20X21$6,296 Front & B a c k Wa l l s I n c l u d e d . 2 5 X 2 5 $6,097 No Ends Included. 3 2 X 3 5 $ 9 , 9 9 8 O n e E n d Wa l l Included. Check Out www.pioneer steel.ca for more prices. Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036

FOR SALE SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

50 Cedar Fence Posts. 5 Generations of firewood $50. 613-269-4454 sales, all hardwood, cut and split. Stored inside. 30’ Fir 8’x12” Beams, 613-253-8006. various barn timber, steel roofing, lumber, doors, etc Dry Hardwood cut split, & 613-285-7363 delivered. Prompt delivery $350/full cord. 640 Roundbaler, new 613-267-5772 bearings on top roller, went through shop; 4 Firewood For Sale, cut & tires Grandtrek split. Contact: Bell’s MaP245-75P/16; 2 used Hon- chining 613-267-1965 da 4-wheeler tires on rims with new tubes; shed Firewood Sales. Purchase 10x10x8 (new). standing timber. 613-273-6420 gibbonslogging.com 613-275-1634 David 9’ table saw cast iron, Gibbons. $100. 613-267-2847

Gerry Blair & Son

A COMPETITIVE PRICE ON STEEL ROOFING IN STOCK - 29ga, Various Firewood, colours,soffit & fascia All hardwood Windows: REBAR, skyCut, split light sheets, custom trim. barn/door track & trolleys. and delivered Nails & Screws. 613-259-2723 Storage Sheds. Come see us for a price. Levi Weber, 2126 Stone Rd., RR#2 Lumber Pine, Hemlock, or Renfrew Hardwood for barn, building, or repairs /horse shelCedar pickets, rails, post ters & garden sheds. & mill logs for sale,. Call 613-267-5772 or text 613-913-7958. TD Logging, best pricConstruction related all es,all hardwood 280 cubic, sorts, storage contents will deliver. Log truck valued $16,000 o.b.o. loads. Softwood 150 cu613-283-4464 bic. Haul brush, armourstone walls. Buystanding Lumber for sale, wide timber, clear lots. pine boards, 11 available. 6 1 3 - 8 1 2 - 5 4 5 4 20”x11’x1”. Flat, dry, nomi- 613-264-5454. nal knots, 180bf, asking $250. Hardwood available. HUNTING SUPPLIES 613-612-5828 Hunter Safety/Canadian FIREWOOD Fire-arms Courses and exams held once a month at 4Sale - Dry hardwood, Carp. Call Wenda Cochran stored inside. Delivery & 613-256-2409. pickup options. Call 613-257-5095 for details. ANTIQUES & Adding warmth to your life for over 25 years. Cut, split or log lengths. Delivered or picked up. Phone Greg Knops cell: 613-340-1045 613-658-3358 after 7pm

FOR SALE

July Blowout, All instock Gravely & Ariens on sale, save up to $1000. Service after sales since 1999. Pete’s Lawn & Marine 613-267-7053.

WANTED Buying Comic Books. Old comic books in the house? Turn them into cash today. My hobby, your gain. kentscomics@yahoo.ca 613-539-9617. Contractor pays cash for property in need of repair or renovation. Call me for free evaluation. Call Gerry Hudson personally 1-613-449-1668 Sales Representative Rideau Town & Country Realty Ltd. Brokerage 613-273-5000 Wanted - furnace oil, will remove tank if possible. Call 613-479-2870.

FARM We make

HYDRAULIC HOSE While you wait 2 & 4 Wire, 1/4” thru1-1/4” NPT, JIC, Flat Face & Metric

FEENSTRA’S EQUIPMENT Sales & Service

80 Feenstra Rd. RR#4 Athens

613-924-2805

TOM’S CUSTOM AIRLESS PAINTING Specializing in roof barn & aluminum/ vinyl siding painting *30 years experience. *Screw nailing and roof repairs.

Insured and Bonded Free Estimates

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Looking to harvest Cedar Trees from 3’ to 6’ tall, off-acreage. Call 613-799-0158 Wanted for scrap: cars, trucks, vans and appliances. Phone 613-551-6698.

FOR RENT

1 Room for rent, 42 Church St West, Smiths Falls, full-time working 2005 Pontiac G6, quiet person, all inclusive, 88,000km, asking $6000. $120/wk. 613-812-2400. 613-284-1737 or 613-284-3992 2 bedroom apartment Wanted: Classic & Vintage Smiths Falls, fridge, stove, cars & trucks. Please call heat, hydro, laundry & waCOLLECTIBLES Mark 613-360-2699. ter included in quiet adult building. $950/mnth. McLaughlin Buggy, mint 613-284-4191. MARINE condition, Serial #14484 all original with new shaves, over 100+ yrs, stored in- 20 Foot Formula Thunder- 2 bedroom apartment with side. Asking $2200. Con- bird, fiberglass boat & trail- balcony. Secure adult er, new 302 Ford V8 Mercury tact 613-534-2954 Drive, good condition. building. Heat, water, parking included. No dogs. $4500. 613-272-2053 Available August 1. 5 Rogers FOR SALE Rd., Perth. 613-267-4189.

BEEF

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Govt Inspected Tender, Tender, sides, split sides, quarters. Steaks, roasts, ground beef, stew, braising ribs. (included)

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The Wood Store Live Edge Cherry, Oak, Elm, Pine, Cedar, Hemlock 1” & 2” Reclaimed barn beams, logs, board Pine and Maple flooring Oak wainscotting Various Doors and Windows Custom Saw Milling John Denton Contracting 62 Rideau Ferry Rd 613-285-7363

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VEHICLES

LIVESTOCK

2 YEAR old Blond D’Aquitaine bull for sale. Double muscled, gentle temperament, polled, good calving ease. Please call 613-525-3579

2 bedroom large apartment in adult building. Smiths Falls, centrally located, eat-in kitchen with stove & fridge included. Laundry room in building, Wanted to buy, horses, large living room with air colts and ponies, all types. conditioning. Rent includContact Bob Perkins at ed garage, heat, hydro & water. $1200/mnth. Call 613-342-6030. 613-284-4191.

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FOR RENT

ROOM / BOARD

VACATION/COTTAGES

2 bedroom Smiths Falls, well maintained adult building. Central. Parking. Appliances, available. $920 plus hydro. Recently renovated. 613-812-2400 after 6 p.m.

Kemptville. Large 3 Bdrm apartment. Fridge, Stove, Washer, Dryer, Heat, Central Air included. Ample parking. Walking distance to all amenities. August 1/17 $1000/mth plus hydro 613-258-7803

Smiths Falls large, bright, 2 bedroom upper duplex apartment. New kitchen/appliances, upgraded bathroom, recently painted throughout, new laundry room, parking. closed-in balcony off 2nd bedroom. Unfurnished. Heat included, Tenants pay Hydro. References required. $1,200/month. call 613-325-7781 to book a showing.

Boarder wanted, location is County Rd 16, Jasper, $500/mnth. Allon 613-284-0657

Charming cabin perched over beautiful Bass Lake, suitable 2 people, 15 minutes Perth/Smiths Falls, 50 minutes Ottawa/Kingston. Equipped T.V, DVD, BBQ, firepit, raft, dock, canoe. Only $600/weekly. (613)-283-6136.

2 bedroom upstairs apt, half house, recently renovated, Smiths Falls, available September 1, older couple preferred. $750/mnth plus gas & electric. 613-284-6530

Merrickville, bachelor apt. Completely renovated kitchen, bathroom. Second floor. $475/mth. Includes parking, water, heat, hydro, stove, fridge. First, last required. Available Au3 Bedroom Duplex, Smithsgust 1. 613-283-0746. Falls, 2 storey, fridge, stove, $800/mnth plus heat andMerrickville- Large two hydro. Available Oct 1.bedroom apartment. Second floor. Main St. East lo613-600-7956 cation. Bright and sunny. 3 bedroom, half house, on Stove, fridge, parking, Brockville St., Smiths water, heat included. Pet Falls, private fenced yard. friendly, coin laundry on $1,600/mnth, heat & hy- site, $895/mth plus hydro included. References dro. Available Aug 1. required, no pets. 613-283-0746. 613-283-3313. Perth, 2 bedroom, 2nd floor, $800 plus utilities Almonte Room. Shared 613-267-4831 bathroom, kitchen & livingroom. $595. Also, Perth, 2 bedroom apartroom with private ment, fridge & stove inbathroom, $625. Available cluded, $830 + utilities. immediately. Includes First & LMR required. basic internet, cable, Smoke/pet free. Phone utilities, laundry facilities. 613-229-5959. Appleton inside & outside storage. Call Craig Perth. 2 bedroom apt. 5 613-253-7777 or by email min. west of Perth, parkat info@countycabs.com ing. $700 plus hydro, appliances included. Heat Bright & Sunny, 2 bed- included. First/last. Refroom, in Sunset Towers, erences. 613-868-5323. all utilities included, Perth 613-267-0567. SMITHS FALLS 2 upper bedroom , large deck, livCarleton Place 2 bed- ing room, parking, gas & room, ground floor. water incl. Available Aug. $1200/mnth includes 1st $840.00/month. Referutilities, fridge, stove, ences required. Call washer & dryer hookups, 613-285-7574 available August 1. Call Craig 613-253-7777 email Smiths Falls, 1 bd, gd. info@countycabs.com floor, quiet bldg. $700 month plus hydro. Carleton Place, Seniors 613-285-7363 50’s Plus Building. No smoking, no pets. First Smiths Falls, 1 bedroom, & last months rent $725 utilities included. off$750.00 & up. 1 & 2 street parking. newly renobedroom apartments. vated, available immediCall 613-863-6487 or ately. 613-283-2266. 613-720-9860 Smiths Falls, 1 bedroom ground floor apartment, Colonel By Luxury adult heat, central air, laundry, apartments. Close to parking & storage. Pay County Fair Mall in personal hydro. Smiths Falls. Air condi- $900/mnth; Bachelor tioning, exercise room, apartment all inclusive, party room, library and furnished, cable, laundry, elevator. 613-283-9650. central air, parking. $675/mnth Each one August 1. HOUSE FOR Rent Smith available Falls Large 3 bedroom, 613-889-2894 totally renovated, big backyard, parking, Smiths Falls, Apartment, 3 fridge, stove, central air, bedrooms 1 bathrooms fridge, non-smoking, 1,300+ Upper duplex, stove, water, heat, pkg. Hyutilities 613-342-0829 dro extra. 416-429-7821. 39 George St. N. $830 Per MORTGAGES M o n t h marg.mcrae@gmail.com

“Attention” Homeowners • Pay off high interest debt • Renovate your home • Retire with more money • Vacations • College Education Bank mortgages: $50,000 = $184.60/mth OAC $100,000 = $369.21/mth OAC Private Mortgages: $50,000 = $250.00/mth OAC $100,000 = $500.00/mth OAC Call Four Corners Mortgages NOW! 613-345-5284 FSCO 12725 CLS468330_0504

COMMERCIAL RENT

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER 2 BEDROOM condominium for sale. Sunset Towers, Perth. Bright, sunny, newly renovated. Quiet building. Perfect for downsizers. 613-485-0112

William Street East, Smiths Falls, 2nd floor 3 bedroom apartment, heat included, hydro extra, available immediately, $1000/mnth 613-283-1697

STORAGE

Salter’s Self Storage/Apartments 11 Mary Street, Smiths Falls

* Safe and Secure keypad access * Various Heated/Non-heated units avail.

Contact Jordan @ 613-250-0149 NOTICES

Male 70, seeks female 65 plus, seeks marriage. 613-622-5887

You Don’t Need to Feel Alone

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Listen! Here to Help! The Distress Line

1-800-465-4442 COMMERCIAL RENT

COMMERCIAL RENT

Commercial Space

For LeaSe

Prime Location 2117 Parkedale ave., Brockville Near power centre, ample parking 1600 sq. ft.

Contact: Hewitt (Brockville) Ltd. (613) 342-7903 extension 308 or 313

Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 28 - Thursday, July 20, 2017

ATTENTION

As of July 1, 2017, I John Bartraw am no longer responsible for any debt incurred in my name, by my wife Lisa Dier Bartraw. NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS ALL CLAIMS against the Estate of MICHAEL WILLIAM HANRAHAN, late of the Town of Smiths Falls, in the County of Lanark, who died on or about the 23rd day of June, 2017, must be filed with the hereinafter stated Solicitor for the undersigned personal representatives on or before the 5th day of September, 2017; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said Estate, having regard only to claims then filed. DATED at Smiths Falls, Ontario, this 11th day of July, 2017. JOSEPH PATRICK HANRAHAN & HUGUETTE ANNEMARIE HANRAHAN, Estate Trustees Without a Will (Administrators) Gregory W. Fournier, Solicitor 35 Daniel Street, Box 752 Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 4W6 Their Solicitor herein.

LEGAL

Here to

CALL

Get up to $50,000 from the Government of Canada. Do you or someone you know Have any of these Conditions? ADHD, Anxiety, Arthritis, Asthma, Cancer, COPD, Depression, Diabetes, Difficulty Walking, Fibromyalgia, Irritable Bowels, Overweight, Trouble Dressing...and Hundreds more. ALL Ages & Medical Conditions Qualify. CALL ONTARIO BENEFITS 1-(800)-211-3550

Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? There is help available for you in AL-ANON/Alateen. Call 613-284-6100, 257-3138, 272-3105, 203-3713, 826-2566, 283-5038.

* Available September

NOTICES

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Apartment: 1 Br/ 1Ba 1st floor $625/mth *Includes water/sewer

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PERSONAL

Available: 10ft x 20ft for $100/mth 5ft x 11ft heated units $80/mth *Other sizes also avail.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the Estate of LESLIE JAMES CLIFTON, deceased, who died on March 1, 2017, late of the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley in the County of Lanark and Province of Ontario, must be filed with the undersigned by August 3, 2017; thereafter the assets of the Estate will be distributed having regard only to those claims then filed. DATED at Perth, Ontario this 4th day of July, 2017. Greg W. Anderson, Estate Trustee ANDERSON FOSS Barristers, Solicitors and Notaries Ten Market Square Perth, Ontario K7H 1V7 Phone:(613)267-9898 Fax:(613)267-2741

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS In the Estate of CARDEN WILLIAM BAGG, deceased All persons having claims against the Estate of CARDEN WILLIAM BAGG, late of 158 Rosamond Street, Carleton Place, ON who died on April 25, 2017 are hereby notified to send particulars of same to the undersigned on or before October 1, 2017 after which date the Estate will be distributed, with regard only to the claims of which the undersigned shall have notice, and the undersigned will not be liable to any person of whose claim they shall not then have notice. Dated at Smith Falls on July 17, 2017. Kelly Bagg, 25 Keppler Cres., Ottawa, ON K2H 5Y1

WORK WANTED

A Load to the dump Cheap! Clean up renovations, clutter, garage sale junk or dead trees brush. 613-899-7269.

Certified Mason. 12 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates. 613-250-0290.

Semi-retired, all home renovations, interior & exterior, years of experience. Call Brent 613-283-6088.

Seamless Eavestrough, renovations, deck restoration, roadside mowing, grading, painting, roofing, line painting, cottage jacking, fencing, dump runs. 613-257-8143 or 613-264-8143.

PAUL’S MASONRY

BUILDING AND REPAIRS Heritage Stone, Brick and Block Footings, Foundations, Concrete Finishing, Log Chinking and Chimney Sweeping Will go anywhere! PAUL WARRINGTON 268-2394

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

WORK WANTED

You’ll be

LD FOR SOSALE on the

CLASSIFIEDS HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

T.L.C.

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

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WORK WANTED

HELP WANTED

The Corporation of the Township of Montague

JOB POSTING Job Title: Stitcher Operator, Temporary Full Time Division: Metroland East, Bindery, 65 Lorne St., Smiths Falls, ON, K7A 3K8. THE OPPORTUNITY The Smiths Falls facility is looking for a temporary full time Stitcher Operator KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

· Have 5 years related experience · Operate Muller 321 Fox & 890 6 station stitchers · Operate Schneider Senator 115 MC2 45” Cutter & Heidelburg Polar 115XT 45” Cutter

PUBLIC WORKS MANAGER The Township of Montague is seeking an individual with excellent leadership and organizational skills, combined with a high degree of professional judgment, for the newly created position of Public Works Manager. Reporting to the Administrator, the Public Works Manager will be responsible for the overall operation of the Public Works Department and will ensure that the prescribed service levels are delivered within approved budgets. Responsibilities include: • Direction and monitoring of the Public Works Roads Department • Water/Wastewater oversight • Waste Management oversight • Building/Facilities maintenance • Equipment maintenance • Management of municipal drains Qualifications must include: • A four-year recognized University degree or three-year College diploma in Civil Engineering, or equivalent • A membership of good standing with PEO, OACETT,OGRA (CRS) or equivalent education, experience and professional accreditation • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in municipal governance, with management experience • Training in various statutes, including the Occupational Health & Safety Act and the Highway Traffic Act • Basic computer skills and the ability to use Microsoft Office, GIS and GPS systems • A valid ‘G’ license The benefit and compensation package is currently under review. A full job description can be seen at www.township.montague.on.ca. Qualified individuals are invited to forward their resume, along with a covering letter, by fax, mail, email or in person to the address below by noon on July 28, 2017. The Township of Montague ATTN: Jasmin Ralph, Clerk/Deputy Administrator 6547 Rogers Stevens Drive PO Box 755 Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4W6 Fax: 613-283-3112 Email: jralph@township.montague.on.ca

· Operate Stahl TX52 20X40 & FR7831x50 continuous feed folder

· Independently oversee general operation of machine

and equipment to ensure production and performance of staff.

· Address mechanical needs of machinery including

maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of equipment while maintaining good housekeeping practices.

· Complete and enforce all duties in accordance with our

Health and Safety policies and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

· Assist in general operation of machinery including

insertion of flyers and bundling of newspapers. Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE›RE LOOKING FOR

· Ability to excel and make quality decisions in a fast-

paced, deadline driven and demanding environment with strong attention to detail.

· Ability to lift minimum 35 lbs and stand for an extend period of time with ease.

· Capable of taking initiative and can work with minimal supervision in a team environment.

· Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with team members and management.

· Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide a productive team.

· Strong written and verbal communication and competent listener.

· Effective organizational skills, ability to manage time and prioritize tasks appropriately.

· Able to work shifts and weekends · Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent OUR AODA COMMITMENT Metroland is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Metroland will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.-DNP If this sounds like a fit for you please apply by July 31, 2017: Internal Candidates: apply to our internal posting portal on MyMetNet under My Career or to Walter Dubas directly

The Municipality thanks all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment. The Township is an equal opportunity employer and that accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request. CLS762918_0629

External Candidates please apply to our external posting portal: https://careersen-metroland.icims.com Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Lanark County’s – Lanark Lodge, “People Caring for People”, is a 163 bed Long Term Care Home accredited with Accreditation Canada that strives to provide progressive resident centred care for our residents in an atmosphere of respect that fosters independence and fulfillment. We are seeking a self-motivated professional change agent for the following positions.

REGULAR FULL TIME ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES MANAGER (Posting #LL2017-142) MANDATE: Reporting to the Director of Lanark Lodge, the Environmental Services Manager is responsible to oversee the operations of the physical plant, while providing direction, supervision and leadership to the laundry, housekeeping and maintenance departments. For further details including qualifications and application deadline, visit our website at www.lanarkcounty.ca CLS765296_0713

HELP WANTED

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Job Posting Inside Sales Representative, Full Time

Job Title: Division: Metroland East,

65 Lorne Street, Smiths Falls, ON, K7A 3T1

Do you love ♥ the Ottawa Valley? THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for an individual interested in an Inside Sales Representative position in our Smiths Falls office. The qualified candidate must be a team player, deadline driven, self-motivated, positive personality and must strive for excellent customer service. Experience in marketing, sales and working in an office environment is an asset. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites and Adobe Reader is required. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES • Create and implement new inside sales features with a multimedia approach • Prospecting, selling, follow up order entry, artwork design and proofing to final customer satisfaction • Making a minimum of 100 calls per day initially until a solid client list is developed • Prospect and develop accounts by researching local businesses and advertisers’ marketing by utilizing competing publications, social media, digital products, and any dormant accounts • As part of this role, you will be required to handle credit card information. Metroland Media is PCI compliant company, and requires people in this role to take PCI training to handle cards in a safe and compliant manner WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR • Minimum 1 year of experience in both sales and customer service • Experience with implementing sales and marketing practices across a broad spectrum of platforms • Strong customer focus with excellent sales presentation skills • Self-starter with the determination to be successful and possess the ability to work with and exceed targets • Effective communication, both written and verbal and a competent listener • Excellent organizational and time management skills • Ability to make quality decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment • Creative thinker that is comfortable with learning on the fly OUR AODA COMMITMENT Metroland is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Metroland will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview. If this sounds like a fit for you please apply by July 31, 2017. Any questions please call Cindy Manor, General Manager 613-283-3182. Internal Candidates: apply to our internal posting portal on MyMetNet under My Career. External Candidates: apply to https://careersen-metroland.icims.com. Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

HELP WANTED

Carleton Place Terrace

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is seeking

qualified compassionate individuals for our Dietary Dept. We are currently recruiting

(Temporary Part Time Position)

Reporting to the Manager of Sleep Services, the successful applicant will maintain vigilance throughout the night to the patient record with information regarding sleep patterns, therapeutic interventions, and all other pertinent information. Applicants must have work experience in a Sleep Lab and would preferably be a graduate of a recognized college as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and/or Polysomnographic Technologist. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resumes by July 28th, 2017 at 12:00 hours to hr@renfrewhosp.com or Julia Boudreau, V.P. Corporate Services, RVH, 499 Raglan Street North, Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 1P6. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. RVH is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources at (613) 432-4851.

Thursday July 27 1:00–3:00pm 40 Sunset Blvd. Perth employers are hiring:

Restaurant Grocery Retail Fast Food

Bring your resume. Come prepared for a pre-screening interview with CES. This hiring event encourages applicants aged 18 to 65+.

Cooks, Servers and Dishwashers.

Please submit your CV to boccarleton@symphonyseniorliving.com ATTN Keith Martin Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

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

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

at 613-283-5555.

HELP WANTED

Carleton Place, handyman, part-time, as required for Realty Company, general labour, repair skills, small painting, plumbing, electrical maintenance an asset. Organized. 613-257-5711

Hiring Part-time Residential Cleaners; Mon-Fri. days, Stat & travel time paid. Please send resume to: lynn@elitecleaning.ca 613-859-3583

Handyman Service looking for full time labourers to do handyman work, landscaping, cutting grass, yard cleanup. 613-267-5460. You’ll be

LD FOR SOSALE on the

CLASSIFIEDS

Permanent part-time, Minimum 3 days/wk. Apply in person with resume to Smith’s Shoes, Smiths Falls. Restaurant help required. Please bring in a resume in person to Mr. Victor’s Diner, 16 Conlon Rd., Perth. No phone calls please.

HELP WANTED

At Pillar5 Pharma, we know that quality products come from quality people, so we’re always on the lookout for great talent. We currently have an immediate opening for

Casual on Call Temporary Packagers.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Inspects, packages and final packs product, ensuring quality standards are achieved • Maintains cleanliness of the packaging area as required • Completes relevant documentation completely and accurately • Strictly adheres to Standard Operating Procedures, safety guidelines and Good Manufacturing Practices in all aspects of the operation and cleaning of the area QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: • High school diploma • Ability to multi-task and adapt to change • Proven ability to follow written procedures and complete accurate documentation • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment • Capacity to work all shifts and meet the physical demands of the position • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment would be an asset APPLICATION PROCESS: Please send your resume to: Pillar5 Pharma Inc. Human Resources 365 Madawaska Blvd. Arnprior, Ontario K7S 0C9 E-Mail: HR@pillar5pharma.com Thank you for your interest, however, only applicants considered for an interview will be contacted. Pillar5 Pharma Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruiting and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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

FULL TIME BOOM TRUCK OPERATOR The successful candidates must have: • Friendly and helpful attitude toward customers. • Excellent communication skills. • Willingness to learn. • Good mathematical skills. • Prior driving experience. • We offer competitive salary and great working conditions. • DZ Drivers License • 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

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HELP WANTED

Joanne's

323 Main Street, Shawville, Quebec We are looking for a full-time, permanent, unionized

INTERMEDIATE WELDER(S) BROCKVILLE, ONTARIO

James Ross Limited is now hiring! Recent worldwide demand for their products has created intermediate level openings for experienced welders. The company is a metal fabricator of innovative pulp and paper cleaning equipment. ; 3 – 5 years’ work experience ; Skilled in both GMAW & GTAW Welding processes ; Stainless Steel Welding Experience an Asset ; Ability to read job packets and understand complex blueprints ; Welding Certification an Asset If you are seeking long-term employment with a solid employer and an excellent remuneration package, send or hand deliver your resume as soon as possible to: C.W. ARMSTRONG 201 84 King Street West P.O. Box 773 Brockville, ON K6V 5W1 e-mail: c.w.armstrong@myhighspeed.ca 1 877 779-2362 or (613) 498-2290

MEAT MANAGER

Key Responsibilities: • Responsible for the day to day management of all aspects of the Meat department including: ordering, merchandising, customer service and labour scheduling. • To cut meat in compliance with the store’s cutting standards • Promote and support superior customer relations in a professional manner. • Promote and increase sales through effective merchandising techniques, suggestive selling and attractive product presentation. • Ensure the department budgets are met through efficient operation of the Meat department (includes gross profit, wage cost, operational expenses and inventory) are maintained. • Provide direction and support to Meat staff as necessary • Adhere to company standards and ensure the company policies and procedures are followed. • Responsible for all aspects of employee relations including Interviewing, Hiring, Training and the on-going Development and Motivation of the team • Adhere to strict to strict cleaning schedule ensuring a high level of cleanliness and sanitation standards. • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Requirements: • Three (3) to Five (5) years’ experience and a sound working knowledge of a Meat department. • Previous management/ leadership experience in the retail industry is an asset. • Course in merchandising or business management would be an asset. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work in a fast paced environment and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. • Systems skills (Email, SAP, and PC applications) Thank you for your interest, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Resumes to be directed to: Joanne Dumouchel · Email: mon02684@loblaw.ca

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Full Time Satellite TV Installers

Must supply own vehicle, valid drivers’ license, tools, ladders, consumables, vehicle insurance, etc. Must pass a Criminal Background Check. Potential for income between $50,000.00 to $80,000.00 yearly. Evening and weekend shifts required. For more information please send a resume to: Admin@scheels.ca No experience necessary. All training will be supplied. Leave directly from home to go to your jobs! Looking for Technicians to service the following areas: Perth to Cloyne

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C A R E E R S For details on current job postings and to apply, visit our website at www.leedsgrenville.com/careers POSTED: July 20 at 4 p.m. Community and Social Services: CHILDREN SERVICES SUPERVISOR Temporary Full Time Competition #CSS-17-084 Closing: July 31, 2017 at 4 p.m. DATA ANALYSIS COORDINATOR Permanent Full Time Competition #CSS-17-090 Closing: July 31, 2017 at 4 p.m.

Saturday July 22, 2017 10:00 AM sharp To be held at 946 Upper Dwyer Hill Rd., Carp, Ontario, located between Cty Rd 49 and Old Almonte Rd. The owners have sold their hobby farm and the following is being offered for sale: Ford 3600 2 wd tractor with cab and loader, 4477 hrs showing on the tach; 5’ Bush Hog style rotary cutter; Pronovost Puma 84 3 pth snowblower in excellent condition, hydraulic chute; JD LA 165 Ride on Lawn Mower; 2005 Can Am Outlander 400 4 wheeler with winch; Champion HD 9000 Generator – electric start; Power Fist ATV seed spreader – new; Gas leaf blower; Metal detector; Tent; Dining tent; tools and wrenches; tombstone hay feeder; 4’ chain harrow Shop Vac; Western Saddle; tack; Circular saw; work mate; Angle grinder – new; Heat Gun kit – new; Reciprocating saw – nearly new; Dremel tool – new; 10” Compound Miter Saw – laser guide – new; 8’ pool table, balls and cues; Bunk beds; Triple dresser; head board to match; Double bed box spring and mattress; Side table; Set of Bamboo furniture – 3 chairs; settee, couch, table; floor lamp; Wicker Furniture; microwave; Book shelves; Kenmore floor air conditioner – really cool; 5 pc bedroom set; linens; Chest of drawers; miscellaneous household items; dishes etc etc - plus many, many items too numerous to mention. Everything is in very good condition – an interesting sale. Please plan to attend. Terms: Cash or Cheque with ID Refreshments Owner: 613-889-8173 Auctioneer: John J. O’Neill 613-832-2503 oniellsauctions@gmail.com www.oneillsauctions.ca Owners or Auctioneer not responsible in case of loss or accident

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Lanark County is seeking a high energy, dynamic, professional to fill the following Regular Full-Time opportunity in our Social Service Department. REGULAR FULL-TIME DEVELOPMENTAL SUPPORT SERVICES CASEWORKER (POSTING #SS2017-007)

MANDATE: Reporting to the Developmental Support Services Manager, the successful incumbent provides and facilitates short and long-term case management support to adults with developmental disabilities through assessment of need, developing, reviewing, and implementing service plans and working with other community resources in meeting and achieving client goals. Explore this rewarding opportunity and learn more about the requirements for this position, including application deadline, by visiting job opportunities on our website at: www.lanarkcounty.ca CLS766250_0720

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REAL ESTATE INCLUDING RESTAURANT EQUIP’T @ 14 William St., West, Smiths Falls for Mr. Gus Karalis on Wed., Aug., 2 /17 @ 6 pm.

~ 2 Bedroom Apart’t + Restaurant Equip’t @ One Price. Plan 13884 Lot 229. This converted 2 storie mid-century brick home has been the setting for a successful pizzeria & 2nd storie apartment located in the heart of Smiths Falls. Yet, you can convert this eatery to any cuisine. All the entertainment & necessities you may wish for are within walking distance or a few minutes drive. Renovated 5 years ago (new roof, new gas furnace, re-painted & rewired). Owned elec. hot water heater. 2-100 amp services. Main level has parlour style dining area, pizza kitchen, spacious walk-in cooler & 2-2 piece bathrooms. Easily converted to ground floor apartment. Old fashioned bay windows w/ stained glass windows up & downstairs add pleasure, having sunlight spray through the rooms, making the space seem a third again as large. Tastefully Designed Upstairs Apartment - Open concept kitchen, living room w/ bay window, dining area (c/w Laurysen Kitchen oak, full wall unit), 2 bedrooms w/ closets. 4 pce bath. Laundry closet. Tile, laminate & hardwood throughout. Washer, dryer, stove included. 100 amp service. Taxes; $3728.30. Zoning; Commercial/Residential. Located only a few doors away from the Rideau Hotel landmark. For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office at 613-267-6027. Please view website www.jimhandsauction.com for listing of equipment.

Auctioneer & Qualified Appraiser JIM HANDS: THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613) 267-6027 www.jimhandsauction.com Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 31 - Thursday, July 20, 2017

for the late Lloyd Bennett @ 221 Davern Lane, Maberly (Bolingbroke) On. K0H 2B0 from Perth take Christie Lake Rd. Cty Rd #6 to Althorpe Rd. to Hanna Rd. to Bolingbroke Rd west & turn right to #221 Davern Lane (auction signs). on Sat, July 22/17 @ 10 am Property to be auctioned @ 11 am ~ A River Runs Through It ~ The Tay River in all of its magnificent wild splendor, rushes through the full length of this incredibly rare 76 acre (+/-) property. Terrain varies from cropland, hills, valleys & bush. Owned access road is better than good. Every imaginable recreational activity is on this property. Even marriages have been performed on Chapel Hill! This property offers 3 natural severances. #1 South side of river being a bush lot. #2 North side of river having house & natural pit/quarry designation & #3 Having a two acre (+/-) lot on Davern Lake. The potential for this “million dollar” property is tremendous (new home w/ spectacular views, excellent year round family or corporate retreat, hunting club &/or the licencing of a pit or quarry). The property has an older homestead, an absolute step back in time, yet still testimony to the efforts of the pioneering family that built it & the family that owns it yet today. Featuring a 2 storie framed house. Main floor country kitchen, living room, bedroom, 4 pce bath. 2 bedrooms up. 200 amp service. Combination F/A electric/wood furnace. New shallow well pump. Rented hot water heater. WETT certified airtight wood stove & built in dishwasher included. On drilled well & septic. Plus 3 barns (1- steel roofed 50 ft x 80 ft (+/-) barn w/ water & power). Owned, new 30 ton steel bridge providing access. Wireless internet available. Zoned Rural. Current taxes; $ 1,180.78 (+/-). More information on website. For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office at 613-267-6027. 1940 Plymouth P10 Super Deluxe 4 door sedan w/ 12v starter (95% original w/ flathead engine, runs). 2000 Chevy Silverado ½ ton extend cab truck (as is, running). JD 510 diesel tractor (3 pth, running). 2 sets of tractor chains (1-Trigg). Thrifty 5 ft rotary cutter. Int. 3 pth sickle mower. 3 pth manure fork. Int. 35 side delivery rake w/ rubber teeth. Int. square baler. 2 furrow 3 pth plow. Set of diamond harrows. 2 drag discs. 3 pth bale spear. 35 ft hay elevator. R/tired hay wagon. Double auger 3 pth snowblower. New Idea pto manure spreader. 6 ft scraper blade. 2-3 pth ditch diggers. 3 round bale feeders. Antique seed drill (steel wheeled). Galvanized water trough. Fertilizer & grain boxes. Rolls of fencing. Fence wire. Clovert B10 solar fencer. 8 rolls of elec. rope fence. Approx. 100 T-posts. Car ramps & jack stands. DeLaval cream separator. Alum. step & extension ladders. Master Craft YardWorks 42”-15.5 hp hydrostatic ride-on mower. MasterCraft garden tiller. Gas push lawnmower. Husquvarna straight shaft weed eater. Hedge trimmer. Elec. Lincoln AC225S welder. Campbell-Hausfield air compressor. Air pig. Champion 5500 kw generator. 2 Jonsered chainsaws (like new). Comealongs. Logging chains. Hand, power & garden tools. Tool chests & boxes. Tackle box. 14 ft alum. fishing boat. Kitchen hoosier (white top, stain glass). Pine cupboard w/ glass doors. Bookshelf. 5 legged extension table. 5 wooden chairs. Double bed. Double box & mattress. 10 gal churn crock. Crocks. Cast iron pot. Qty everyday dishes. Sm. kitchen appliances. Books. 2 door fridge. 30” stove. Chest freezer. Stackable washer/dryer. Window air conditioner. Plus many other articles too numerous to mention…….. This is one of the most unique & prettiest properties that we have ever offered by public auction. Terrain varies from areas of nearly level land to hillsides and valleys. The access road is better than good. This would be a great family heritage property... something to pass on to future generations. Bring a lawn chair & participate in the bidding to settle the estate. Terms; Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa, M/C - Catering

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

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“Call or email to Book Your Auction Today” Real Estate Auction date: Saturday August 5 2017 at 1 pm sharp. 4 Bedroom brick home with 3 full baths. F/A Gas. House was duplexed at one time and since opened as a single residence. The main kitchen is main level. Home has many possibilities situated on Large corner lot. Home features wrap around porch. Property is selling subject to a very minimal reserve bid. Owners have already downsized and moved to smaller quarters and are serious sellers. Visit during the open house dates or to book private viewing appointments after the open house weekend call or text Dan 613-285-4224 Sunday July 30 2017 - Unreserved Real Estate & Chattel Auction 447 South Gower Drive, Kemptville. Chattel Auction starts 10 am. Real Estate to be sold at 12 pm SHARP! Well known area landmark built in 1886 to be sold by LIVE UNRESERVED PUBLIC AUCTION. Main level open gallery with 18 ft ceilings, complete with original stain glass windows. Stairs located at the back of the open main level room lead to the upper balcony level, walk out deck as well as the lower level living area. Lower level features open concept eat in kitchen & bright and sunny livingroom/theatre room. Lower level 1 bedroom with closet space , 4 ppc bathroom & utility room for storage space. Property was used as a Baptist church until 2006 at at that point was sold for residential purposes. This property is still zoned residential/commercial. 100 amp. F/A Oil Furnace. Drilled well. Full septic system. Municipality of North Grenville. Final 2017 Taxes $2706.2 CLS767257_0720

DAN PETERS AUCTION Home Office (613) 284-8281 Dan Peters Cell: (613) 285-4224 email: info@danpetersauction.com Website: www.danpetersauyction.com

REAL ESTATE PLUS ESTATE AUCTION SALE SUPER LARgE QUANTITy Of TOOLS. 2 ATV’S. fIREwOOd & HOUSEHOLd EffECTS. from the city of Brockville take Hwy 2 east to #1968 Sharpe’s Lane Rd. for the late Mr. Wayne Herbison on Sat., Aug., 5 /17 @ 10 am. Property to be sold @ 11 am. Firearms to be sold @ 11:30 am

GARAGE SALE

2 Days, 2 Sales, July 29 CARL’S EXPANDING & 30. 8-2pm both days. 47 YARD SALE & 48 Poonamalie Road July 22 - New stock/ re(off hwy 15) Smiths Falls. pricing VINTAGE jazz, blues, rock LPs/DVDs. Outdoor tools, computer BACKYARD SALE cables/ accessories, collectibles, glassware, Dishes, homeware, TRUCK BOX LINER, ANodds and ends, small TENNA POLE/ base furniture, garden items 423 Anglican Church Rd. and more! Wemyss (just off 7) July 22nd & 23rd Rain or Shine - 8AM GARAGE SALE 26 Lewis St. Perth July 22-23, 8AM, 1777 River Rd. S, Kemptville. European Collectibles, Big Yard Sale, July 21, 22, Clocks, Silverware, 23. 113 Bay Street, InnisAntiques, Pottery, ville North. Housewares, Furniture and much furniture, electronics, tools more! & teasures.

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Huge Laneway Sale

July 22nd 8AM, July 23rd rain date.

241 Gore St. E, Perth.

Multi-Family garage sale, various items.

Garage Sale Household items, tools, books, toys and more! July 29th & 30th 8AM-3PM 10539 Hwy. 15 N. Moving Sale

Sat. July 29 10-4pm Rain Date Sun. July 30th 210 Richmond Rd (Village of Prospect) Antiques, coal oil lamps, tools, aluminum ladder, kitchenware, lawn games, quilts, lots of cottage items, blanket bot, trunk, pine poster single beds. Something for Everyone

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Huge moving sale, downsizing so everything must go. Friday/Saturday July 21/22. 155 McLean Rd, Merrickville. Furniture, hoses, tools.

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Scrubs - large tops and bottoms good condition, misc. items. July 22nd, 8AM-1PM Rain Date July 23rd

Moving Sale, 247 Pineridge Drive. Carleton Place. Saturday July 22. 8-2pm. Furniture, tools, toys, lots of goodies.

61 Julian St. Carleton Place

Huge Garage Sale Large sale, lots of items!

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July 22nd, 8AM-1PM 34 Princess St. Carleton Place, ON

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OutdOOr & SpOrting gOOdS AuctiOn to be held at Hands Auction Hall 3 miles east of Perth on Cty Rd., #10 (#3560 Franktown Rd.) on Sat., Aug. 12/17 @ 10 am Guns sell @ 11 am. We are welcoming new & good used construction, farm machinery, ATV’s, boats, motors, light & heavy shop equip’t. Vehicles. Guns & Fishing Equip’t. Lawn & Garden Equip’t. Tools of the Trade. For complimentary web advertising & photos, please call or email your list now to 613-267-6027 or info@jimhandsauction.com Terms: Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa, M/C ~ Catering

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

Wednesday July 26, 2017 Start Time 6 PM Viewing 5 PM Large sale, including the contents from the Brockville home of Maisie Bellinger. Neon advertising signs, model ships (Bluenose), two corner china cabinets, large china cabinet with bevelled glass door, good glassware, tools, quilts, framed collector plates, lawnmower, rototiller, electric organ, dressers and great variety of quality furniture; 2007 Chev Impala L.S. Car sold as is with small reserve Rob Street Auction Services Ltd. See Website For Full Listing and Photos Rob Street Auction Services Ltd. Auctioneers: Bev Street and Rob Street 24 Family Lane, Lombardy, ON Corner of Hwy. 15 S and Bay Rd (4 miles south of Smiths Falls) 613-284-2000 streetfleamarket@hotmail.ca www.streetfleamarket.net

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Auction Sale For Isabell Kinch and the Late Laird Kinch.

Monday July 31st, 2017 Auction 10a.m. – Viewing 9a.m. 28 Bayview Crescent Smiths Falls

1983 F150, XLT, partially restored; 1973 VW Bug, project car; lifesized carved grizzly bear; oil bottles; antiques; collectibles; quantity of tools; furniture; household goods & much more! For listing see www.theauctionhunt.com Terms: Cash or Good Cheque

Auctioneer: Jim Beere

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SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2017 @ 10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM FOR THE ESTATE OF MR. GERRY VANRIJT 580 JAMES ST. WEST, PRESCOTT, ON This auction features an older 1 ½ storey, 3 bedroom house w/ 2 sun porches, single car garage, w/ deep lot approx. 50.17’ x 136.05’, on a quiet street in the west end, awaiting your personal touch. Legal description plan 19, block 13, lot 43. Sold as is where is, successful bidder $5,000.00 non-refundable deposit day of sale, no buyers premium, closing 30 days. Contents: Large quantity of railroad memorabilia, stamp & coin collection, antiques, collectibles, modern household etc. Auctioneers Note: For viewing of property & buyers packages please call our office. Good selection of merchandise! Something for everyone! See You There! For a more detailed list w/photos go to www.lmauctions.ca Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged articles, accidents day of sale. Canteen. Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, MasterCard. Photo I.D. As Is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter To Book Your Sale Call CLS476852_0629

~ Great Value. Priced To Sell ~ Just minutes east of Brockville located on a quiet unopened road. Country living near the city. Enjoy the large private yard w/ 0.473 acres (+/-). Featuring a 2 storie vinyl sided home w/ steel roof. Main floor includes eat-in kitchen, dining room, living room having accessible patio door entrance, a bedroom & a 4 pce bath. 2 bedrooms & 2 piece powder room upstairs. Basement has a partially finished rec-room & service room which houses a Newmac wood/oil combination furnace (recently inspected & serviced), an owned oil fired water heater & a 200 amp service. Has an attached woodshed which includes a wood shoot & a heavy duty woodbox on wheels. An attached garage (concrete floor) w/ parking for 1 or for storage. Man door or garage entry mudroom to house. Includes washer, dryer, fridge, stove & 21’ above ground pool. Irregular lot size .473 acres (+/-). Taxes $1851.49 (+/-). On well & septic. For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office at 613-267-6027. Mr. Herbison, 45 years a Millwright, accumulated a nonexhaustive list of tools. These new &/or like-new tools & equip’t can certainly overlap & be used with other tradespeople. What’s in your tool box? Bring a lawn chair & participate in the bidding. Terms on Chattels; Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa, M/C Catering

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Sale every SaturSunday in July. 14 Rogers Road, Furniture, toys, Sports Memora-

Saturday July 22, 8amnoon, 338 Kitley Line 8, Frankville (corner hwy 29). some household items, numerous misc garage items contributed by retired mechanic. Rain or Shine.

Crafts, household items, treasures and more! July 22nd Rain or Shine 16 Alvin St. Perth

Yard Sale Large sale, low prices, free items and more! July 22nd & 23rd Rain or Shine 2729 Bolingbrooke Rd. County Rd 36 YARD SALE July 22nd 8AM Aquarium, 18.5” English saddle, bridle, helmet, vinyl records, large onepane old storms, sewing buttons and much more. 3312 Hossack Lane (Off County 5, Near County 8)

Heritage Estate Contents Sale for the Late John Allen 180 Moffatt St., Carleton Place

In an original Findlay House, fine period furniture, oriental rugs, paintings, mirrors, silverware, crystal, china, some jewellery and much more. Do not miss this one!

Fri July 28 10a.m.- 4p.m. Sat July 29 10a.m.- 3p.m.

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AUCTION SALE FOR THE ESTATE OF MR. THOMAS DEIR OF BROCKVILLE SUNDAY, JULY 30, 2017 @ 10 AM PREVIEW @ 9 AM TO BE HELD @ MARSHALLS AUCTION HOUSE 2913 CTY RD 21, SPENCERVILLE This sale features vintage tractors to include Massey Ferguson 8, International 76 Cub Cadet & International 149 Cub Cadet w/plows, mowing decks, hydro drive, hydraulics. Noma 10 hp, 40” cut lawn tractor, 14’ utility trailer, snow blowers, vintage Power Chief & military generator, stoves, steel wheels, nice vintage Co-op tin truck, tin trucks, die cast collection. Vintage local drive-in sign, Bailey meter clock, 1932-53 Ford flathead clock, Betty Boop & Coke items, a wide variety of collectibles, large selection of tools & new welder. Auctioneers Note: This sale has a wide variety of items, something for everyone! See You There! For a more detailed list w/ photo’s go to www.lmauctions.ca Auctioneer or Owner not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged articles, accidents day of sale. Canteen. Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, MasterCard. Photo I.D. As Is. No Buyers Premium All announcements day of sale takes precedence over all printed matter To Book Your Sale Call CLS4768860720

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