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coming from Queen’s Park, they need to look for savings themselves. Further to this, with The Ontario Criminal Courthouse at 43 these “synergies,” more money is likely to go to Drummond St. E. in Perth is set for a significant larger urban areas that have the population to consolidate services – with less money and serrenovation in the New Year. During the so-called “report card night” at vice for rural areas. Perth town council on Tuesday, Dec. 15, Perth Mayor John Fenik reported that “we are look- 200th anniversary Cathy James, coordinator of the Perth 200th ing at a court house renovation in 2016,” and that he had been in talks with Ontario Attor- anniversary festivities, has been using her social ney General Madeleine Meilleur and Lanark- media skills to get the good word out about our Frontenac-Lennox and Addington MPP Randy second century as a town, using the hashtag: Hillier about a possible visit by Meilleur (the perthproud. Using a chalkboard – the ultimate in old media – people write down why they are MPP for Ottawa-Vanier) to the area. (Hillier later confirmed to The Courier that it proud of Perth, with the photos then uploaded is hoped that Meilleur will pay the facility a visit to social media. “We’ve had lots of people asking how they sometime in the first two weeks of January.) In the New Year, Fenik said he also wanted can help,” she said. There have been many applito work more collaboratively with neighbouring cations from events seeking to be made official municipalities in the hopes of collectively saving 200th anniversary events. About $21,500 has been raised in cash for the celebrations, with a money. “Four municipalities doing four different further $24,000 raised through in-kind sponsorthings: why can’t we all do it together?” he asked ships. “We’ve had a really good response to sponof things like clerk and firefighter training. “This is by no means (to be) interpreted as an sorships,” said James. “(We) really appreciate (the) businesses that chipped in.” amalgamation.” The Rotary Club will be holding a barbecue With the provincial finances in such a precarious state, Ontario is already “looking at syner- block party during the homecoming weekend gies,” he said, and so, with less money likely See NEW YEAR page P2

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Roadside weed spraying program to continue Council passed a motion to continue a roadside weed spraying program in 2016 for all county roads for two consecutive years, and then to proceed with biannual spraying of 50 per cent of the road system starting in year three. The decision follows a report from the public works department about the results of the 2015 trial program. The program was initiated as a strategy to combat wild parsnip, which is a noxious, invasive plant that is becoming increasingly common in the county. In 2015, the public works department received many calls from the public expressing concern about the weed and about the health hazards associated with it. In the first year, controlled herbi- Upcoming meetings cide spraying by a qualified, licenced County council, Wednesday, Jan. contractor was completed along 80 13, 5 p.m.; community services, Jan. km of county roads using Clearview, 13 (following county council); corpo-

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Questionable trades Some of the players Anthopoulos dealt to New York were instrumental in Mets’ push to the World Series this past fall. For example, starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard is just 23 and he’s highly regarded. Syndergaard made his Major League debut in May and went 9-7 with 166 strikeouts this season. In addition the Mets acquired catcher Travis d’Arnaud in the Dickey deal. He has played very well and at age 26 still has a long future ahead of him. Detroit, who agreed to send Price to Toronto in late July, benefitted greatly in the form of three Jays’ pitchers who are now with the Tigers for the long haul. Daniel Norris, 22, is a left handed, starting pitcher who is highly prized by the rebuilding Tigers. Detroit also got lefty Matt Boyd, 22, another up and comer in the Price deal, along with a young pitcher who is now in their minor league system. So, three pitchers including two lefthanders (southpaws are very important in baseball) for Price who only stayed for three months. Because Price was a free agent, Toronto received nothing in return! As for the decision to place two ex-Cleveland execs in charge of the team’s future, the jury is very much out. It’s too early to make any predictions, unless of course they move to dismantle Blue Jays’ every day starting line-up which is arguably the most potent in baseball. Still, considering the Indians’ lack of success over a lengthy period (they haven’t won a World Series since 1948) the move to hire two of their staff to direct Blue Jays’ fortunes has to give Toronto

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to Rose being taken off the ineligible list. But his refusal to denounce gambling means he can’t possibly return to the game in any capacity. If he were to disavow any connection with betting I believe the powers that be would eventually lift the ban. Gambling aside, Peter Edward Rose Sr. belongs in the Hall of Fame! But officials at the hall won’t budge on his possible inclusion (he has to be voted in of course) until baseball lifts the lifetime ban. So now, at age 74, it appears likely the all-time hits leader in the game will remain persona non grata, at least during his lifetime. In 1989 Rose agreed to permanent ineligibility from baseball amid accusations that he bet on baseball games, including games played by his own team, while an active player and manager. Subsequent investigations unveiled clear evidence of Rose’s guilt in relation to gambling and in particular betting on baseball. I’m the first to admit that Rose isn’t a particularly likeable character. However, if personality was the determin-

ing factor in admission to the Hall of Fame then presumably some current members would not have been voted in? Consider Tigers’ great Ty Cobb. In 1936 he received the most votes of any player on the inaugural Hall of Fame Induction ballot. As recently as 1999, Cobb was ranked third on a highly respected list of the game’s best ever players. Rose broke his alltime hits mark in 1985 (Cobb is still a solid second). But Cobb’s name appears all over the MLB record book. He was a truly incredible athlete! Cobb is also widely reviled for his overly aggressive style of play as well as violent behaviour off the field, not to mention the charges of racism which were levelled against him. During a 1912 game in New York Cobb went into the stands and beat a fan who was heckling him. In the end he served just 10 games of what was first termed “an indefinite suspension.” No, you don’t have to be a nice guy to gain admission to the Hall of Fame. Never say never, but it will take some kind of career for any player to best Rose’s total

of 4,256 career hits. Cobb is second with 4,191. Besides his hits record Rose also holds the marks for most games played (3,562), most at bats (14,053), most singles (3,215) and, perhaps not surprisingly, the most outs made by a player (10,328). That final statistic sums up how difficult it is to be a great hitter in baseball where batting over .300 during a career is so highly regarded. I saw Rose play several times for Cincinnati and Montreal and he always played the same way – all out, no holds barred. Little wonder his nickname is “Charlie Hustle.” His list of awards is lengthy including rookie of the year, MVP, three batting titles and three World Series rings. He played an unequaled five different positions during 17 All-Star appearances. I have no problem with putting Rose’s situation in context for fans who visit Cooperstown, NY. But based on his record setting play Pete Rose has earned admission to the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame. If you have a comment or question for Jeff Maguire he can be reached by email at: jeffrey.maguire@rogers.com.

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On Dec. 10, OPP Const. Greg Streng and Const. Paige Whiting spent the afternoon collecting gifts for the Family and Children’s Services of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville/OPP Angle Tree program. Above, there were lots of gifts under the Angel Tree at the Pakenham branch of the Mississippi Mills Public Library. From left: Katherine Pillsworth, Tammy Langstaff, Const. Greg Streng, Const. Paige Whiting.

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Accepting adapting

t has been said that how one deals with adversity is a good way to assess one’s strength and character. The inability to handle bad news well or to rebound from it is not that uncommon, whether it’s an individual or a big corporation. As 2016 arrives, the apparent honeymoon with the new federal government could end depending on how Prime Minister Trudeau and his colleagues address the serious financial and security issues facing Canada and the rest of the world. Although there never was a honeymoon with the current provincial government in this part of Ontario, we still would like and expect Premier Wynne and her cabinet to make decisions and take actions that are in the short- and long-term interests of all Ontarians and not just those who live within commuting distance of Queen’s Park. This is not an issue of partisan politics;

we would have or should have the same expectations of any party in power. They were elected to govern, but the rest of us retain the right to praise or criticize them on how they deal with adversity. Adapting to change is something all of us must accept to one degree or another, and our industry is no exception. The new year will undoubtedly bring with it continuing challenges that will push us into rethinking how we do things. That, in itself, is not necessarily bad. It might be difficult for those of us who resist embracing change or would prefer to go back to a time when things were different, but that approach seems to be getting more impractical by the day. We are probably sounding more and more like the old man who is shouting at those kids to get off his lawn. Here’s hoping that you are able to adapt to whatever changes come our way in 2016. We might not like some of what’s in store, but we will still have to deal with it.

Mother and Father look back at the year that was Both Mother and Father said it had been an up-anddown year, and it was coming to a close. That year, I remember that night so well. We had yet to clear the supper table, and it was unusual for either of them to loiter after the meal was over. Father anxious to get to his favourite spot in front of the Findlay Oval to read the Ottawa Farm Journal, and Mother looking forward to sitting at the cleaned off table to write in her beloved diaries. But that night they stayed, sipping their tea and talking about the year that was about to end. Father remembered the hot summer day, and the terrible storm that killed 11 of our cows seeking shelter under the big tree on the West hill.

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into the next cropping. “Yes, its been a good year,” the past 12, even with a few turkey-fair day, just passed. And they reminisced on Father said again. “Good- bumps along the way weren’t Even though it is called about the year that had ness knows what the next that bad.” been. Mother talked about 12 months will bring, but See MARY page 9 And then they talked about the cellar full of vegetables, preserves and pickles, and the sauerkraut barrel in the summer kitchen. “Blessed indeed,” she said to no one in particular. Then they both chuckled, recalling how we five kids all came down with the whoop- DEAR EDITOR: last 12 months. More than 80,000 Canadians ing cough at the same time. Food Banks Canada recently released its used a food bank for support for the first time “And nobody died,” Father annual report. The numbers are not encourag- this year, on average, each month. chuckled, remembering the ing. More Canadians visited food banks this The report indicates that the number of many trips Mrs. Beam made year than last year. The report suggests that children who visit food banks is just astoundto stir up her special concoc- every month this year 852,137 people visited a ing. More than 36 per cent of food bank users tions bound to cure anyone food bank, up just over one per cent from last are children – 305,000 of them. That equals of everything. “Sure great to year. While this year’s number is lower than the combined number of people living in Camhave someone like Mrs. Beam the 10-year high figure of 2013, when 872,379 bridge, Kingston and Peterborough, visiting around,” Mother said. “And Canadians were recorded using a food bank food banks every month. we didn’t have to call old Dr. monthly, the report’s numbers indicate signifiMurphy out from Renfrew cant, troubling shifts in food bank use in the See LETTER page 9 once.”

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And I could see Mother’s eyes mist over, recalling the terrible loss, and then seeing neighbours, one after the other, the next day, walk down our long lane, either leading a young heifer or steer to replace what we had lost. “What would we have done without our good neighbours?” she said. It had been an up and down year for the crops, Father said, but by some miracle, the hay mow was full, and the grain bins had enough in them to see us through the winter and

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turkey-fair, chickens, geese, homemade butter and soap, and Mother’s special sticky buns, were all loaded onto the flat-bottomed sleigh and driven into Renfrew to sell. “Boy, that was sure a stroke of luck, wasn’t it?” Men wearing white coats over their winter clothes walking up and down Raglan street, stopped at our sleigh, and bought every goose, turkey and chicken we had brought from the farm. And it didn’t take long to get rid of the other things on the sleigh either! I thought this was a good place for me to add my two cents. “Sure were lucky, weren’t we Mother?” She paused for a few minutes before answering, and then she said. “No, not lucky, Mary. We were blessed.” Father was getting up from the table, having recalled all the good things that had happened to us over the past year, when Mother reached over and held onto his arm. “And Albert, today I had enough money in the sugar bowl to pay Briscoe’s General Store

what I owed. My bill came to $2.80 cents. It sure feels good to go into the new year, not owing a cent.” I went to bed that night, just as the year was about to end, with a warm feeling, that didn’t come only from the feather tickings and the hot bricks wrapped in towels at my feet. I could put the talk of the Depression that often hung over our heads like a black cloud, out of my mind. At least for a while. And before I went to sleep, I prayed that the next year would be as good as the last. And to all my faithful readers, I pray that the coming year will be one of good health, and whatever comes your way, you will be able to meet it with strength. May your cares be few, and your family and friends be a blessing. With my fond good wishes, and sincere gratitude to each and every one of you. Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www.smashwords. com and type MaryRCook for e-book purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.

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The economy has negatively affected many families this year. This is particularly true in Alberta where the number of food bank users increased by more than 23 per cent this year alone. The severe and abrupt decline of the oil sector has affected the well-being of both families and individuals. Seniors are also visiting food banks. As most live with a fixed income, many seniors find themselves forced to seek help at food banks, and their need seems to be growing. The Food Banks Canada report notes that more than seven per cent of food bank users own their homes. This is an indication that many seniors have experienced swift changes in their financial state of affairs. They have turned to food banks to seek help and go beyond the burden of private shame. There are some pockets of good news in the Food Bank Canada report. Demand at food banks in Saskatchewan has remained flat since last year, while Ontario, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador actually saw the number of regular visitors decrease.

Despite the distressing numbers the Food Banks Canada’s report is a powerful reminder that food insecurity in Canada should become an open issue, not just a private one. Food is, for most of us, a private issue and food insecurity is inherently an issue of private suffering. This annual report allows Canadians to realize just how problematic domestic food insecurity is, and that public awareness is critical to helping those in need. For years governments pretended food banks didn’t exist. Food banks were symbols of how social programs have let many Canadians down. Governments had hoped that food banks were a short-term solution to the complex and multifaceted challenge of domestic food insecurity. The reality is that food insecurity in the industrialized world is an intricate problem. The acceptance of food banks’ economic role in society seems to be gaining some traction. Instead of trying to get rid of them efforts are now focused on making food banks more efficient. Food banks are evolving. They are becoming more than depots for warehousing food surpluses. They are pro-

viding food distribution and processing. In Europe, some food banks are now operating as not-for-profit social franchises. Imagine, franchises for food banks. Obviously, food banks do not exist to generate a profit but they are very much part of our communities. Publicly funded job centres in some countries are now openly referring individuals to food banks, and this is something we could start witnessing in Canada soon. Food banks could serve a dual role – both as food distributors and as information nodes. Whether the government is there to help families in need or not, food banks will remain as examples of market failure management. Food banks are the ‘paint’ that covers over the cracks in an imperfect social benefits system. No government can get it right all the time in responding quickly to market failures. Food banks, in contrast, are inherently effective and responsive to market needs. Each food bank is unique in Canada due to differences in their available spaces, the number of clients served, and the ingenuity of the people who manage them. No government programs can replicate

what food banks do on a daily basis. Where the federal government can be most effective is in The North. The Northern Territories are highly vulnerable to higher food prices. The new Liberal government promised $40 million over four years to support a program called Nutrition North to keep food prices lower. A more efficient approach is to equally disburse funds among individuals and consumers who need affordable food products instead of just funnelling funds into the distribution system, which was the approach a few years ago. Some may believe that we shouldn’t allow food banks to become permanent features of the Canadian landscape. It is thought that we ought to find ways of making sure they are used less often in the future. Perhaps, but food banks are miracles of the human spirit. They broker relationships between individuals who are willing to help their peers in desperate times. That in it of itself is a wonderful legacy. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois Professor Food Institute at the University of Guelph

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Darting over fields, barnyards, marshes and open water, the graceful barn swallow was once a regular sight in the Ottawa area, but barn swallow numbers are dwindling. To improve local numbers, the RVCA has recently added a special barn swallow kiosk at the Chapman Mill Conservation Area – a kiosk for the birds! The barn swallow is suffering in numbers partially due to fewer numbers of barns, sheds and stables to nest in. They like to build their mud nest in exposed eaves, rafters and cross beams. In Ontario, the barn swallow is considered a species at risk and this kiosk will provide much-needed habitat. “The birds are attracted to the structure’s design and materials and there are cups placed underneath to support their mud nests,” explains Kristy Giles, RVCA director of conservation lands. “We hope this new feature will encourage them return to the area and allow Conservation Area visitors to see them once again flying around the marsh area and across the water.” Visitors to Chapman Mills Conservation Areas can spot the new kiosk from the main trail. “By now, the barn swallows have taken flight to Central and South America where they spend their winters, but we will be watching for their return in the spring,” says Giles. The special project will be monitored regularly. If successful, the RVCA has numerous conservation lands that could provide additional barn swallow habitat. “We are always looking to increase wildlife habitat at our conservation areas,” says Giles. “These publicly-held lands are idea spots to protect Ontario’s species at risk.” Did you know… • Male barn swallows have steelblue backs and upper wings with rusty-red foreheads and throats. They have long tail feathers that form a distinctive, deep fork with a line of white spots on the outer end. • Female tail feathers are shorter and her blue parts are less glossy. • Barn swallows are helpful to farmers because they eat large numbers of insects that can be harmful to crops. • Barn swallows often cruise at high speeds just above the ground or water and make sharp turns, swooping effortlessly to catch flies and other insects. • When feeding their young, barn swallows fly from before dawn to after sunset, taking only brief rests. • While there have been losses in the number of available nest sites, such as open barns, and in the amount of foraging habitat in open agricultural areas, the causes of the recent population decline are not well understood. • The number of Barn Swallows in Ontario decreased by 65 per cent between 1966 and 2009.

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WATCHMAKERS’ TOOLS We buy all watchmaker’s tools and equipment... watch parts, wrenches or anything for repairing clocks, wrist and pocket watches as well as cases, crowns, movements (complete or not), dials etc. Inquiries invited.

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POCKET WATCHES We buy all types of pocket watches, working and not. Price depends on condition and quality. Watches that do not work are purchased for parts value only. We Buy: • Ordinary Pocket Watches • Watches that do not work are purchased for parts value only • Empty Pocket Watch Cases • Watch Fobs • Pocket Watch Works & Watchmaker Tools & Parts SCRAP SILVER We buy all sterling, European, Continental and American silverware, jewellery, industrial silver, Franklin and other private mint silver, jewellers’ filings, etc., regardless of condition or quantity. We buy anything made of solid silver that can be recycled. Prices based on current bullion market bid prices. SCRAP JEWELLERY We are interested in purchasing scrap jewellery. Gold, silver and platinum rings, bracelets, lockets, broaches, cameos, necklaces, earrings and other items are all wanted. We buy anything made of solid gold, silver or platinum that can be recycled. COSTUME JEWELLERY We buy old costume jewellery. Gather up all your old costume jewellery and bring it in for a cash offer.

UNITED STATES Silver Dollars 1935 and prior ........................$15.00 50¢ 1963 and prior ................................$3.00 25¢ 1964 and prior ................................$1.00 10¢ 1964 and prior .................................$.50 50¢ Kennedy 1970 and prior..................$1.00 GOLD COINS We buy all gold coins from all countries worldwide. Prices based on coin condition and gold value. Inquiries invited. No obligation. WORLD COINS We buy all foreign coins, new and old, including silver coins, gold coins, collectors’ coins, government issue sets, merchants’ tokens and others. Particular interest in crown or silver dollar sized coins. • DUTCH • GERMAN • BRITISH • RUSSIAN • ITALIAN • MEXICAN • SPANISH • AND ALL OTHER COUNTRIES

STAMP COLLECTIONS We buy (some but not all) Stamp Collections. COINS & PAPER MONEY We buy all coins, tokens, paper money and Bank notes of Canada, The Provinces, USA and the world. YOU... You probably have damaged, unwanted or unused gold and silver items in your home. Maybe old coins or paper money that sits in a drawer or safety deposit box. Perhaps an old wrist watch or pocket watch… Please feel free to bring them in while we are here. WE ALSO BUY • Old Costume Jewellery of all sorts • Old wind-up Wrist Watches (working or not) • Slide Rulers • Fountain pens • Anything made of gold or silver MILITARY MEDALS We buy all Medal Awards, Decorations, Orders & Badges.

SCRAP GOLD We buy gold in any form, condition or quantity. • Wedding Rings • Gold Pins & Earrings • Gold Chains (any condition) • Any item made of gold • Gold Teeth regardless of condition • Gold Watches • Cash for broken old gold We melt and recycle all gold and silver so condition is unimportant.

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Historical Mapping Project set to launch January 8 The Perth Military Settlement will launch its bicentennial celebration in 2016 by bringing our community’s history to life in a digital format. The Historical Mapping Project is a years-long project initiated by Barrie Crampton, and will be made public for the first time on Friday, Jan. 8 at the Perth Civitan Club. The project is an online, searchable database and map of the original settlement and the people who settled here, making it a genealogical tool for the public to learn more about our Lanark County ancestors. Crampton resurrected original maps of the survey of 1815, and used those to digitally outline the settlement of the soldiers and settlers by individual lot, concession, names of the original and subsequent families and telling their stories for a lasting online legacy on the history of the current municipalities. 1231

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Ann MacPhail The Project Launch The Historical Mapping Project will officially go live on Friday, Jan. 8, 2016 with an official celebration at the Perth Civitan Club from 1-4 p.m. With a meet and greet beginning at 1 p.m., the afternoon will officially begin at 2 p.m. with the four municipal representatives speaking about their respective anniversary plans for 2016. Crampton will then present the project and have it go live for the first time. Following his presentation, guests will have the opportunity to try out the project and ask any questions. The event is open to the public, and all are welcome to attend. For more information about the Perth Military Settlement’s 200th anniversary, please visit http://200thanniversary. lanarkcountytourism.com.

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Perth Military Settlement 200th Anniversary Beckwith starts 200th anniversary celebrations off with a bang Beckwith is set to ring in 2016 and the start of their 200th anniversary celebrations by lighting up the sky with fireworks. New Year’s Eve, the township will hold its first official event to honour the anniversary of the naming and surveying of Beckwith Township. Surveyed around 1816 with settlement around 1817, Beckwith, named after Sir Thomas Sydney Beckwith, is in good company for its 200th; Perth, Drummond/North Elmsley and Tay Valley will also mark the milestone in their communities this year. By raising public awareness of the anniversary with the fireworks at Beckwith Park, the township is also planning several other upcoming events to honour the date, including a 200th anniversary theme to the township’s yearly calendar. Residents were invited to send in historical images and a black and white photo for each month depicts life in Beckwith throughout the 200 years, including going to town in a horse-drawn sleigh, making maple syrup, building a log barn on the Leach farm, as well as a glimpse at Beckwith reeves before 1900. All Beckwith’s regular events (Lilac Festival, March Meltdown, Where’s Franktown Run, etc.) will have a 200th anniversary flavour to them, with some special ones added in, such as a Jock River Paddle May 14. Participants will paddle from Franktown to Ashton ending with a party near the Ashton Pub. There’s also the possibility of a collaboration with the pub on a special anniversary beer. On July 17, the Richmond Military Walk is set to take place, as Richmond Road was historically a military road connecting Richmond and Perth. Guests will walk from Prospect to Perth. Up first, however, is the Jan. 17 launch of Beckwith Then and Now, a book celebrating the anniversary. It will take place at 2 p.m. inside the Beckwith Public School gymnasium. Five-hundred copies of the book have been ordered and are expected to go quickly. It is divided up by the four seasons with details on Beckwith’s one-room schools, recipes, photographs, agricultural fairs and even the 2003 International Plowing Match. Governor General of Canada, David Johnston, who owns a residence in Beckwith, wrote the foreword for the book. Beckwith will also be involved in other events unfolding throughout the year jointly with the other celebrating municipalities. For more information on all the celebrations, visit www.twp.beckwith.on.ca.

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The exterior of Derry S.S. #6 in Beckwith, a typical one-room schoolhouse. A collage of photographs of the school are featured during the month of September in the annual Beckwith calendar.

The cozy interior of Derry S.S. #6.

Maberly cottonwood first Legacy Tree Tay Valley Township has announced the designation of an important tree in Maberly as the first to be recognized in the township’s new 200th Anniversary Legacy Tree Program. The Maberly Tree, a stately eastern cottonwood, estimated at more than 150 years of age, has been an identifying feature of the hamlet since its early milling days in the late 1800s. A heritage plaque will be placed at the site in a ceremony next summer. The new Legacy Tree Program, one of the 200th Anniversary celebration activities, will recognize the role that trees and forestry played in this area’s early development. Trees that have a unique value, because of age, size, or significant historical or social importance to the community, will be designated and receive a certificate and, where appropriate, a plaque. In announcing the Legacy Tree Program, Tay Valley Township’s Reeve, Keith Kerr, noted, “Trees played a critical role in the establishment of our community that continues to this day. It is appropriate that this be acknowledged as we celebrate the settlement of this area, through the designation of representative trees.” Township residents are encouraged to nominate trees that could be candidates for designation. Applications will be reviewed by a committee of volunteer technical assessors. Property owners of selected trees will receive a designation certificate, and trees in a location accessible to the public will be commemorated with a plaque. Information on the program, and application forms, are available on the Township website at www.tayvalleytwp.ca. Information may also be obtained by calling Noelle Reeve, planner, at 613-267-5353, or by email at planner@tayvalleytwp.ca.

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Photo courtesy Elizabeth McDiarmid

The first photo in the 200th anniversary edition of the 2016 Beckwith calendar features Norman McDiarmid in 1940, hauling pine logs cut on East Place.

2016 marks the 200th Anniversary of the Perth Military Settlement. To help celebrate we will be running this special feature once a month starting December 31st, highlighting the history of Perth and its surrounding townships as well as a monthly event calendar.

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The Maberly Tree is an Eastern Cottonwood, estimated at 150 years old, measuring 23 feet in diameter and towering an impressive 132 feet in height. The photo was taken in 2014. The tree is located at the Maberly Tennis Courts, which was formerly the site of the Maberly Hotel, one of many businesses that served the hamlet’s major milling industry in the 1800s. Eastern Cottonwood is an unusual species for the area, but this tree has definitely put its roots down to stay and has been part of many community events.

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LAWS thanks community for generous donations during holidays As the “Jolly old man” is making his way back to the North Pole and the jingle bells finally get to ride the sleigh on the snow, the year has come to an end. It’s time to send a sincere thank you to everybody who, in recent weeks, dropped off countless useful goodies for our animals in need. It’s uplifting to see that so many of you, despite your busy Christmas season, made the time to come to our shelter with your donations or gave some time to help with the daily tasks. We can’t be grateful enough and hope you’ll continue your support in the new year to come. From all of us at LAWS, paws as well as people, a very happy new year! This week’s featured pets Marley Look at me…wondering what’s on my nose? Well, some scars from fights when I was a town boy. I always had to compete for my food and made sure I won. Not without being hurt as you can see. I am currently enjoying the

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hospitality of the staff of Natural Pet Foods in Carleton Place. I love their attention, belly rubs and scratches behind my ears. I am still a little shy but once I get to know you I’ll show you that I am a sweet handsome guy. I would love to be adopted soon as my fellow street cats, who recently found homes, told me it’s a pretty good life when being allowed to lounge in front of a warm cozy fire place. I am about six-years-old and I am up to date with my shots as well as being neutered so no more “hanky panky” with the ladies. I am ready to turn the page.

Dino Dino came to the shelter with his sister Dolly who already found her forever home. This sweet boy is full of energy and is always ready to explore the world and get into some trouble. Dino warms up to people quickly and is bold and very confident as well as very bouncy and fast. He will definitely get you hopping! Dino is going to be an amazing cat, who, most likely will adjust to any

Oliver Oliver is a wonderful, very handsome, five-year-old male cat who was surrendered by his previous owners. Oliver has been living with dogs, cats and children and loved to be part of the “gang” while living with his family. Oliver needs to be brushed very regular as he’s a long haired cat. He enjoys this special private time very much. It’s always a bonding experifamily setting as long as he’s intro- ence between you and your pet. Unfortunately he’s a little duced gradually and given an adjustment period. Come on down to the See LAWS page 17 shelter to meet Dino. Karen Meet this very pretty tortoise-shell cat Karen. Unfortunately she had to be surrendered by her previous owners who could no longer take care of her. Karen can be a little vocal at times, but only if she wants some private time with you. Overall she is easygoing, affectionate and likely will adjust to any home.

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Windex and Clover Both cats came from a cat been spayed or neutered, we colony in Carleton Place. Be- try to socialize them. fore releasing them back to If this is not successful we the cat colony, after they’ve have no choice but to release them back to where they came from. Windex and Clover are not going back! They’ve shared a cozy litter box, filled with soft blankets, sleeping happily in each other’s arms for over a week. We were told they were two females…were we ever surprised to find out that Clover is a boy! Quickly they were separated as we did not want any more accidents. Clover is a handsome, sweet affectionate male. He must have belonged to a fam-

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The Family of Dorothy Skerkowski would like to extend our sincere appreciation to all those who sent cards, food and drink, and offered support during our time of great sadness. Special thanks to the staff at Quail Creek, to Dr. Arcand and the nurses at Renfrew Victoria Hospital. To the Goulet Funeral Home, and to Fr Holly and the Fatima choir. Will the Circle Be Unbroken?

HART, Ellwood W. August 28, 1928January 2, 2015. In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather and great grandfather. Nothing can ever take away, The love a heart holds dear, Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps him near. Larry, Fay Rebecca, Mark, Lauren and Alana Michael, Jennifer, Justin and Blake HALLADAY, Lyman In loving memory of a dear Father and Grandfather who passed away December 25, 1994.

He left so quietly His thoughts unknown But he left a memory We are proud to own. So treasure him Lord In your Garden of Rest Because here on earth He was one of the best. Forever loved and missed Daughter BillieJo, Donald, Granddaughters Brianna and Jaden

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Peacefully at the Arnprior Hospital while surrounded by family on Monday morning, December 21st, 2015; Janet Amelia Eleanor Graham of Braeside passed away following a brief illness. She was 92. Beloved wife of the late Irwin Graham (1983). Dearly loved mother of Anne Graham (Dr. Cathy Greenough) of Arnprior; Stewart Graham (Cheryl) and Gail Cameron (Lloyd) both of Braeside and Bruce Graham of White Lake. Predeceased by a son, Harold (1970). Cherished and proud “Grandma Grahamer” of Katherine (Krishna), Joe (Angela), Jordan, Devon, Seamus, Ryan (Nicole), Sandra (Zac), Jane, Amy (Jeremy), Ashley, Ross (Sarah), Lindsey and “GG” of Ashwin, Arya, Anika, Lianna, Isla, Logan, Lucas, Dylan, Nathan, Connor, Caleb and Tex. Loved sister of Arnot Horner of Shawville. Predeceased by a grandson Mitchell; a brother: Wilbur Horner (Mabel of Shawville) and 2 sisters: Gertrude Draper (late Gerald) and Muriel McLeese (late James). Eleanor will be fondly remembered for her insatiable love of Euchre as well as her zest for life and love of family and friends. The Graham family received friends during a visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Wednesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and again on Thursday morning from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. A Service to honour and remember Eleanor was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel on Thursday morning at 11 o’clock. Luncheon followed. Interment took place at the Maple Grove Cemetery, Shawville following the reception. In memory of Eleanor, please consider a donation to the Palliative Care Unit of the Arnprior Hospital. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Donna passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in Kingston General Hospital following complications of a stroke on Monday, December 21st, 2015 at the age of 42 years. She was the much loved wife of John “Jack” Middleton and loving mother of Paulette Rogers and Andrew Bath. Donna was the cherished daughter of Lorraine and Jim Dix and sister of Barbara Dalziel. She will be sadly missed by her niece Ashleigh Dalziel, her aunts, uncles, cousins and many good friends. Donna was a loved and respected school bus driver for over 15 years. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Monday, December 28th, 2015 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel on Tuesday at 10:30 A.M. In remembrance of Donna, contributions to Crohn’s and Colitis Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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MacNeill Geraldine V. (nee Matheson) MacNeill

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 27, 2015 at the Smiths Falls Hospital following a brief illness at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Gary MacNeill who predeceased Geraldine in 2010. Loving and devoted mother of Heather Dale Ripley, Tasha Lynn Waugh (Siem), John Maxwell (Delores), Shawn MacNeill and the late Nancy Lee Caisse (late Charlie), Frank Maxwell and Peggy Ann Landry. She was a cherished grandmother to her 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by her son-in-law Terry Landry as well as her nieces, nephews and many other extended family and friends. As per Geraldine’s wishes, her arrangements will be held privately for family. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. 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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Passed away at Smiths Falls Hospital on December 26, 2015. He is survived by his wife Evelyn and 2 brothers Blair (Arlene), and Erroll (Maureen) Bingley. Loving father to Heather (Paul) Tryon and John Bingley. As per Lyall’s wishes there will be no visitation or funeral. Burial of cremated remains will take place at a later date at White’s Cemetery.

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Thomas, Frances Catherine “Cathy” Peacefully in hospital Carleton Place on Thursday, December 24, 2015. Cherished wife of Neil Thomas. Loved mother of Leah Truscott (Dave), Janine McLeod (Kevin), and Brent. “Nanny” of Austin, Jordan, Sarah, Erin and Emily. Dear sister of Marjorie Campbell (late Doug) and sister-in-law of Helen & Larry Herbert, Bob & Gaile Thomas and Carol & Richard Driver. Dearest aunt of Shirley, Patsy and John; Shawn, Duncan and Alex; David; Mark and Hazel. Cathy will be missed by many good friends. Friends joined the family for the funeral service in the Chapel of the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at 2 p.m. with good friend Rev. Larry Paul officiating. For those who desire, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated by Cathy’s family. Special thanks to Dr. Lenny and the staff at the Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital. www.barkerfh.com

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Wood, William Warner “Bill” In hospital, Carleton Place after a long hard fought battle with cancer, on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, at the age of 47. Cherished by his loving and devoted wife Casey Fallak-Wood. Loved brother of Christine Dugal, Lisa Manolakos and Judy Danis (Dave). Fondly remembered by his father-in-law Gerry Fallak (late Susan), his brother-in-law Nathan Fallak and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his father Larry Wood, mother Terry Drury and brother Rick Wood. Friends visited the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Monday, December 28, 2015 from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service in the Chapel at 1 p.m. Interment at United Cemeteries. For those desiring, donations to the Sens Foundation would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com

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In Kingston on December 26th, 2015 George Henry McGinnis in his 84th year. He was predeceased by his parents Lillian and George and by his wife Anne (Fleming) and his wife Gerda (Clausen). George is survived by his sister Madeline Chaplin, daughter Janet Hulford, son-in-law Colin and grandchildren Lucy and Duncan. The family expresses thanks to everyone at St Mary’s of the Lake Hospital and KGH for the exceptional care they provided to George throughout 2015. In the summer of 2016 his ashes will be buried at The Scotch Line Cemetery in George’s home town of Perth, Ontario. Memorial donations may be made to Palliative Care at St Mary’s, Providence care. https://give.uhkf.ca Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Directors, 15 Gore St. West, Perth.

Glenda passed away peacefully at Perth Community Care Centre on Friday, December 18, 2015. Glenda Irene McNicol, of Perth, at the age of 80. She was predeceased by her parents, William McIntyre and Christina Hannah, and by her daughter Nadine and her son, Charles, as well as her sisters Patricia Churchill, and Merle Townend. Loving mother to Deborah (Bob) Giles, Dan (Darlene), Nicole Garrett, and Nancy (Jeff) Hamilton. Left to mourn are her 15 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 1 greatgreat grandchild. Dear sister to William McIntyre. Glenda was a faithful member of the Asbury Free Methodist Church in Perth, and she will be fondly remembered with much gratitude for providing the many funeral luncheons at O’Dacre Family Funeral Home. To honour Glenda’s heartfelt and sincere wishes, her body was donated to Medical Science, with a private family service to be held at a later date. For those wishing to remember Glenda with a donation, please consider a contribution to the Canadian Cancer Society. Glenda’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth 613-267-3082

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Suddenly but peacefully at the QueenswayCarleton Hospital, Ottawa while surrounded by her loving family on Monday evening, December 21st, 2015; Mary Elizabeth Kelly of Ottawa passed away at the age of 65 years. Beloved daughter of the late P.J. and Connie (nee McDonald) Kelly; formerly of Arnprior. Dearly loved sister of Murray (Heather), the late Terry (M.J.), John, Tim (Loretta), Tish, Tom (Yumi) and Kathy and her adopted sister, Doreen Mutter (Paul). Much loved aunt of Clark and Michael; Liam and Laurel; Bronwyn (Steve Seigh); Ian (Stephanie) and Margie (Russell Williams); Patrick and Megan (Ciaran O’Shea); Jogi, Anna and Jun. Family and friends were invited to share their memories of Mary with her family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Sunday afternoon, December 27th from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. In memory of Mary, please consider a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario. Condolences/Tributes/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of George Wesley Bracken who died with his family by his side Sunday, December 27 in Kingston at the age of 83. George was born on a dairy farm outside of Ellisville Ontario to George and Lena (Pierce) Bracken; the seventh of eight children. George was a devoted and loving husband to his wife Margaret (nee Allen) and a cherished father of children Jane (Neil), Alison, George (Colleen), Robert (Mary Lou) and Lesley (and her late husband Tom). He was a wonderful Grampa to his fourteen grandchildren, Thomas, Nicholas, Andrew, Matthew, Lena, William, Claire, Adam, Jonathan, David, Emily, Ren, George and Ryan. George was predeceased by his brothers Harold (Erma), Fred (Amy), Bill (Miriam) and sisters Edith Dormer (Percy) and Beryl Ferguson. He is survived by brother Glen (Beverly), sister Barbara (Harold) and Amy Bracken (wife to Fred). George was a man of integrity, generosity and quiet strength who took great pride in his family. He was a wonderful role model not only to his children but to his grandchildren and his many nieces and nephews. He began his education in a one-room schoolhouse in Ellisville, attended high school in Seeley’s Bay and Gananoque and went on to graduate from Queens’ University in Civil Engineering in 1956. He articled with his cousin, John Pierce, in Peterborough to become an Ontario Land Surveyor where he met his wife Margaret in 1958. He established his own survey practice in Smiths Falls where he and Margaret raised their family and numerous cats and dogs. George was very involved with the local community, was a generous benefactor to a number of organisations and remained a keen supporter of Queens University throughout his life. After retiring he indulged his more artistic side and developed a love and skill for carving inspired by his uncle, Gordon Pierce. He was a prolific carver in wood and soapstone and enjoyed sharing his passion for this with his children and grandchildren. He and Margaret were keen travellers and enjoyed exploring different parts of the world; favourites being Africa, Russia, China and the Arctic. This also included many visits to the UK to visit Margaret’s family. Summers spent at the cottage on Gananoque Lake were a particularly special time with family. A service will be held on Saturday January 2, 2016 at James Reid Funeral Home, 1900 John Counter Blvd, Kingston with a visitation from 11:00 to 11:45 and a service at 12:00 followed by a reception. A burial service will be held in the summer at Olivet United Church, near Seeley’s Bay. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in George’s name to Olivet United Church or the Thousand Islands Watershed Land Trust. Online condolences www.jamesreidfuneralhome.com. James reid caption www.jamesreidfuneralhome.com

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IN MEMORIAM

HART, Elwood (Louie) – In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who passed away January 2, 2015. We love and miss you so much, Until we see you again. Your wife Marg Sons – Larry (Fay), Brian (Monica), Tim (Joanne) Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren.

GENT, Graham N. – In loving memory of our husband and Dad who passed away on January 1, 2009. When someone you love becomes a memory, those memories become treasures. Love Shannon, Larry, Christopher and Lisa xo

Marjorie Desarmia Nov. 14, 1931 - Dec. 30, 2015 One year ago today, December 30, 2014 our hearts broke into a million pieces as God called you home. Memories can bring happiness when we recall all the special times we had. Memories also bring sadness and sorrow as days turn to nights and we long for one more smile, laugh, hug or just a chat. But God needed another angel. So as our silent tears fall and memories come to mind, just know Mom we love and cherish you. We were blessed to be able to call you Mom, grandmother or just a friend. You are never too far from our thoughts and you will always hold a special place in all our hearts. We love and miss you more than words can say. Rest in Peace Love Tommy, Marty, Cheryl, Debbie and families

Warrington, gerald – In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather. Gerald who passed away January 3, 2015. In a graveyard not far away, Lays the one we love and lost one year ago. Nothing has been the same without you here. We think about you everyday. You were gone before we knew it. The Lord wouldn’t let you stay. Although you’re gone, you’re not forgotten; For in our hearts you are there to stay. Lovingly remembered by Ann, Todd, Jennifer and their families

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STEPNIAK – In loving memory of our dear parents and grandparents, Marian who passed away December 31, 2004 and Marianna who passed away October 21, 1991. We will hold you close within our hearts And there you will remain To walk with us through our lives Until we meet again. Missing the happy days when we were all together. Sadly missed, Dearly loved, Forever in our hearts and prayers. Jan, Susan, Rose Steve, Christine and family. TOGETHER FOREVER

BRADLEY-BARR – In loving memory of Shelina Bradley-Barr, December 29, 2013. Her smiling way and pleasant face Are a pleasure to recall, She had a kindly word for each And she died beloved by all. Some day we hope to meet her Some day we know not when, To clasp her hand in the better land Never to part again. You’re never far from my thoughts, miss you every day! Love Dad xoxo

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Cedar rails, pickets & posts for sale, as well as rough sawn cedar & pine lumber. Call or text 613-913-7958. Cedar (white), quality lumber, most sizes, decking, T&G, channel rustic. Also huge bundles of cedar slabs ($45) and large bags of shavings ($35). www.scoutenwhitecedar.ca (613)283-3629.

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Carleton Place, store for rent, 56 Victoria, 1000 ft., $925, commercial rentals, 50 Bennett, 900-3000 ft., office space, also shop, overhead door. 613-257-5711.

Almonte, private rooms, shared bathrooms $525/mnth. Rooms with private bathrooms $600/mnth. Bachelor units with kitchen $725/mnth. 1 bedroom apartment with kitchen $850/mnth. 2 bedroom apartment $1150 all include utilities, basic internet & cable, laundry facilities. Available January 1. For rent in Appleton, indoor storage $85/mnth, outdoor storage $50/mnth. Call Craig 613-253-7777 or email info@countycabs.com

Merrickville- Large 2 bedroom apt. Nicely decorated. Parking, stove, fridge, heat, water included. coinlaundry on site, pet friendly, $895/mth. plus hydro. First/last required. Available now. 613-283-0746.

Perth, 2 bedroom apartment & Bachelor apartment, fridge & stove included, $815/$550 + utilities. First & LMR required. Smoke/pet free. 613-229-5959.

Must Sell- 1500 sq. ft., two storey, newly renovated home near Calabogie. Best offer. Some one will get a great deal. Come have a look. 613-259-3138.

AZ Driver wanted, full time, across Canada. email resume to: pltranshr@gmail.com

Horseshoeing & trimming. Certified Farrier, call John 613-267-7478. Rabbits for sale, purebred New Zealand, $20 each. 613-267-4631. Wanted to buy, horses, colts and ponies, all types. Contact Bob Perkins at 613-342-6030.

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1 Bedroom Apartments downtown Perth, $700 utilities included. 613-267-6115

Available immediately, Smiths Falls, 2 bedroom house in quiet area. $900/month plus utilities. 613-283-7000. Beautiful, 1 bedroom apartment, great for seniors, couple or single. Country setting, Jasper. Heat, hydro, A/C, laundry, parking and satellite TV included. $850/month. References and first and last month’s rent required. Available February 1. Please call John 613-284-1961, 613-284-6753.

Carleton Place, lower level, 2 bedroom plus den, quiet, clean, adult only building, overlooking river, gas heat, in-unit laundry, 2 bedroom apartment $995/month plus utilities. well maintained adult No pets. 613-913-4133. building, Smiths Falls, MORTGAGES parking, fridge, stove, Code Apartments. Smiths heat, hydro included. Falls. Spacious, bright, 2 $900/month. Call Perry bedroom in clean, quiet, 613-284-4191 Weagle Re- adult building. Fridge, CONSOLIDATE alty Ltd. Brokerage. stove, parking, laundry faDebts cilities. 613-283-7779. Mortgages to 90% 2 bedroom apartment, No income Available Immediately, 41 Bad credit OK! Sunset Towers, Perth, On- Ideal for Seniors- Quiet tario. Contact Bud street near downtown Carleton Place. 1 bedroom Better Option @ 613-267-0567 + den. 5 appliances, garage Mortgage 3 bedroom home, Perth, and yard. $1,100/month #10969 utilities. Call for mature adults, well plus 1-800-282-1169 maintained, heat, hydro, 613-259-2953. www.mortgageontario.com water, fridge, stove, washer and dryer included. Ideal for Seniors- Quiet Tax Free Money is available, $1,350/month. Call Perry street near downtown Weagle Carleton Place 1 bed + Den if you are a homeowner, to- 613-284-4191, 5 appliances garage and day! We can easily approve Realty Ltd. Brokerage. yard. $1100 613-259-2953 you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is Almonte, 2 Bedroom, 1 available right now. Rates bath, fully refinished, Luxury Apartment, 98 start at Prime. Equity fridge, stove, washer/dryer Queen St., Smiths Falls. counts. We don’t rely on included, parking, yard, 1,500 sq. ft., 2 bedroom, 2 + hydro. bath overlooking the Ricredit, age or income. Call $950 anytime 1-800-814-2578 or 6 1 3 - 8 6 7 - 3 2 0 9 . deau Canal. Open concept tucker@mccabecustombui dining/living room with 905-361-1153. Apply online lders.com gas fireplace facing the www.captialdirect.ca. water. Garden doors lead to the 3 season sunroom COMMERCIAL RENT COMMERCIAL RENT where you can watch the boats go by. Custom solid wood kitchen complete FOR LEASE with island and 4 stainless u u steel appliances. Master u u bedroom with walk-in u u closet and ensuite. Includu u ed: Front load washer/dryu u er, central air conditioning u Carleton Place South Business Park u and ample parking. Rent: u OFFICE/COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL u $1,575 monthly plus heat u u and hydro. For appoint200, 1000 up to 6400 SQ FT. u u ment call 613-284-6756.

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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, Perth, 2 bedroom apt 203-3713, 826-2566, $800 plus hydro. Available 283-5038. i m m e d i a t e l y . 613-267-4831. Overeaters Anonymous 613-264-5158 Perth Downtown, Large, 2 bedroom apartment, Renovated, 2nd floor, Jan. 1. LEGAL $800. Water included. Coin laundry. 613-464-3336. Criminal Record? Canadian Record Suspension (CrimiPerth, large very clean 2 nal pardon) seals record. bedroom heated apart- American waiver allows legal ment hardwood floors, 3rd entry. Why risk employfloor quiet secured down- ment, business, travel, litown building, fridge and censing, deportation, peace stove included. of mind? Free consultation: $750/month. References 1-800-347-2540. required. 613-264-4565. Perth. Newly renovated bachelor, available immediately, $600/month, no pets, no smoking. 613-267-2687.

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COLONEL BY now has one and two bedroom units available. COLONEL BY is a luxury apartment building with a library, entertainment room and exercise room. All units have central air. Located in a great neighbourhood close to the County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls.

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Smiths Falls Upstairs, 2 bedroom, totally renovated, new kitchen cupboards, countertop, floors, etc. Washer/dryer hookup, parking, large shared backyard. Non-smoking. No pets. First and last. $670 plus hydro. 613-342-0829. Two 2 bedroom apartments. Smiths Falls, clean, quiet apartment building. 613-285-5549 ask for Don.

Book your Snow Removal Handyman Services, renovations, painting, drywall, flooring, kitchens, bathrooms, fencing & decks, lawn maintenance, roofing, eavestroughing & housecleaning. Firewood. www.whytesmaintenance. ca 613-257-8143 or 613-264-8143.

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Attention: Perth Area Men & Women Barbers & Stylists Looking For A FRESH Start Making $20-$25 Per Hour GUARANTEED…

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The 'COOLEST Family Barber Shop' in Ontario is hiring additional Barbers and Stylists. $13 Per Hour PLUS Commission and Tips (our Barbers & Stylists average $21-$25 Per Hour). GOOD Hours. NO Commuting. Excellent chance to make some REAL Money (PLUS tips) if you are a HARD worker and enjoy working with other people. Full-Time and Part-Time work available. You MUST be highly coachable, forward thinking and professional in appearance to qualify. You will be responsible for providing haircuts and straight blade shaves (we will train you) on a daily basis in our friendly downtown shop. Barbering is a PERSONALITY business - so you need one to apply (a PASSION for meeting NEW people is a deal-breaker). CLS463276_1224

6-8 Polled purebred Limiousin helfers (good replacements) also Polled yearling purebred Limousin bulls. All cattle extremely quiet. 613-257-2522 613-623-3363.

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NO whiners or Complainers. ONLY those seriously committed to being a POSITIVE member of our AwardWinning Team need apply. Application Deadline: Friday, January 8th, 2016. To CONFIDENTIALLY apply, please EMAIL your resume with REFERENCES to: Michael@PerthBarber.com. You can also mail your resume and references to: 58 Foster Street, Perth, Ontario K7H 1S1 - Attention Michael * All applications will remain strictly conﬁdential.

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Perth- 2 bedroom apartment $750/mth, in modern, well maintained, centrally located building. Security/intercom system, professionally maintained, laundry facilities. Parking included. Plus hydro. 613-298-2983.

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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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Professional & Reliable Movers- 2 Men & 17’ Cube $95/hr, 2 Men & 16’ Refrigerated Cube Van $95 hr + Fuel Surcharge. Call to Book your Move 613-284-8281. Semi-retired, all home renovations, interior & exterior, years of experience. Call Brent 613-283-6088.

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Eastern Ontario’s Largest Indoor Flea Market 150 booths Open Every Sunday All Year 8am-4pm Hwy. #31 – 2 kms north of 401

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Almonte Antique Market, 26 Mill St. in historic downtown Almonte. 613-256-1511. 50 vendors. Open daily 10-5.

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Estimator Vacancy

for Civil, Excavating, Sewer, Water and Site Servicing. Permanent position based in Perth. Pay commensurate with experience. Immediate start.

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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

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Adminstrator/Director of Care This Retirement/Assisted Living Residence offers a unique opportunity for a R.N. or R.P.N. with management experience to play a leadership role in further enhancing our commitment to quality services for our residents. If you have empathy for the elderly and this dynamic work environment is of interest to you, please forward your résumé in confidence by January 8, 2016 to:

Certified Mason. 12 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates. 613-250-0290. E x p e r i e n c e d Electrician, Licensed & Insured available for residential/commercial work. Best Rates, Call Jim 613-799-2378 or 613-284-0895

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General Manager Ken.McCartney@sympatico.ca 1333 Rideau Ferry Rd. Perth, ON K7H 3C7 Fax 613-267-6261 • • • • • • • •

Assistance with Resumes & Cover Letters One-to-One Job Search Support Job Leads/Postings Paid Job Trials/Placements Training/Hiring Incentives for Employers Employment Related Workshops/Certiﬁcation Access to High Speed Internet & Computers Employment Ontario’s Re-Training Programs

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Putting a new spin on traditional holiday foods and recipes Dana Hawthorne RD

The following are a few foods and recipes that can make your holiday season a little brighter and healthier. Clementines Clementines are fantastic, healthy snacks – they’re easy to grab, pack in a lunch, or eat on the go. But did you know EDUCATION & TRAINING

that clementines can be a tasty ingredient in many different dishes and recipes? Whole clementine pieces can be added to your favorite salads and baked goods, and the clementine juice is fantastic when added to winter squash, red pepper soup or drizzled over pot roasts. To make a delicious clementine sauce, simmer the juice to reduce it by half, and add just a

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grow, prevent damage to cells, repair our bones, teeth, skin and other tissues, and increase our absorption of iron. Clementines also have fibre, which supports good bowel health and can lower cholesterol levels. Fibre is one of the reasons why it’s much better to eat the whole fruit instead of drinking fruit juice. This is because 100 per cent fruit juices, fruit drinks and fruit punches lack fibre and usually have sugar added to them. Cranberry sauce Cranberry sauce is a staple condiment in many holiday meals. Cranberries can be purchased fresh, frozen or dried, and fresh local cranberries are available in stores in October. This time of year, cranberries are usually cooked into a jelly, sauce or relish to go with meats, like turkey. Cranberry sauce is a delicious addition to holiday meals; however, it is often made with a lot of sugar. To put a healthier and interesting spin on cranberry sauce, try making it with half the amount of sugar in the recipe and see how it tastes before adding more. Another option is to use maple syrup instead of sugar, and add half as much maple syrup as you would sugar. You can also try adding orange juice and applesauce instead of sugar, which would reduce the amount of sugar and add interesting flavours to the traditional cranberry sauce. After the cranberry sauce is made, many people wonder what to do with the leftover cranberries. Cranberries are usually too sour to eat raw, but they can add a nice tart flavor to a variety of cooked foods. Chopped cranberries can be a great addition to turkey stuffing. Also add them to fruit crisps or other baked goods, like muffins, squares, or cakes to give them a tart taste. Another option is to freeze the cranberries. Remove the stems,

wash and dry them, and place cranberries on a tray to freeze. Once frozen, pack the cranberries in a freezer bag without any sugar or syrup, and put the date on the bag. Frozen cranberries can then be easily removed from the freezer for the next time you want to use them in cooking. Dips Dips are very popular during the holiday season. They are often used as appetizers at gatherings, and can be paired with vegetables, fruit, crackers, breads, or a variety of other foods. They can be, though, surprisingly high in fat and calories. For example, a premade vegetable and cheese dip that you would buy in the store can provide 15 per cent of the recommended total fat intake for an entire day in just two tablespoons! To put a healthy spin on dips, consider selecting low-fat alternatives when you buy dips. For example, a store-bought spinach dip that is made with made mayonnaise and sour cream has twice as many calories and fat than the same spinach dip that is made with yogurt and a smaller amount of mayonnaise and sour cream. Another great way to control what is in the dip is to make your own at home. Make dips with low-fat yogurt, salad dressing, cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise or sour-cream instead of the regular fat alternatives to decrease the fat and calorie content. You can also use mashed chickpeas, or beans, like white, black or kidney beans instead of sour cream in recipes. For a quick, healthy and delicious dip – mix half a cup of hummus with half a cup of salsa and two tablespoons of low-fat yogurt. Serve with raw vegetables, whole grain crackers, or baked tortilla chips. This recipe was the EatRight Ontario winner for the Kids Recipe Challenge.

Holiday treats We are surrounded by treats during the holiday season. At gatherings and parties, consider offering your family, friends and co-workers a variety of foods, including both healthy foods and holiday treats. Offering a variety of foods gives those who may want to reduce their treat intake other options. This strategy helps to remove the weight-centered approach to food that often comes with the guilt of indulging in treats, and switches holiday eating to a health-centered approach that makes room for traditional foods and treats. Remember to be mindful of portion sizes, try using smaller plates and have a healthy snack before you go to a party so you won’t arrive over hungry. To put a healthy spin on some traditional holiday treats, consider making some minor tweaks to the recipe. For example: • Half of the butter, shortening or oil that is in a recipe can be substituted for applesauce. • Use cooking spray, nonstick pans or parchment paper instead of oil or butter to prevent sticking. • Substitute fat-free or lowfat cream, sour cream, milk and cream cheese for their regular fat alternatives. • Swap half of the allpurpose flour in a recipe for whole-wheat flour. • Use two egg whites for each whole egg in a recipe. Tweaking recipes with these tips will help to improve the nutritional value a little, without changing the taste and texture that we love. For more information, visit our website at healthunit.org, connect with us on Facebook and Twitter, or call our Health Action Line at 1-800-660-5853. Dana Hawthorne is a registered dietitian/public health nutritionist with the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

Now’s the time to renew Outdoors Cards If you’re planning on fishing and hunting in Ontario next year, check to see if your Outdoors Card expires at the end of 2015. If it does, you can renew it now. In order to fish or hunt in Ontario, most people need an Outdoors Card, along with a hunting or fishing licence tag. The Outdoors Card is valid for three calendar years. Cards expire Dec. 31 of any given year.

There are three ways to renew your Outdoors Cards: • Online (www2. on.wildlifelicense.com) • By calling 1-800-288-1155 • In person at a participating ServiceOntario centre or licence issue Did you know… • Approximately 690,000 Outdoors Cards were sold in Ontario in 2014. • In 2014, anglers bought approximately 1.1 million fishing

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licences in Ontario, generating about $36.6 million in revenue. • Last year, hunters bought approximately 620,000 hunting licences in Ontario, generating about $29.5 million in revenue. • All revenue from the sale of hunting and fishing licences in Ontario is used for wildlife and fisheries management. Submitted by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.

Regional Round-Up Almonte Fairboard Annual Winter Dance, Featuring the Valley Rovers. Saturday, January 9, Almonte Civitan Hall. Proceeds: towards Agricultural Hall Fund. Tickets/information: Debbie 613-256-3879 or any Almonte Fairboard member. www.almontefair.ca Welcome in the New Year with friends and neighbours at the Almonte Legion Levee, Friday, January 1 from 2:00 to 5:00pm.

Army Navy & Air Force Annual Levee Friday, January 1, 2016, Johnny Spinks 5 p.m.-9 p.m. 315 Townline Road East. 613-253-5097. Army Navy & Air Force New Years Eve, Thursday, December 31, Blast From The Past 8 p.m.-1 p.m. tickets required. Bridging the Generation Gap, A book club meant to bring together readers of all ages. Jan. 12, 6-7:30pm. Sign up at the library. 613-257-2702. Carleton Place Lions Club Monthly Euchre Tournament. Saturday, January 2. Army Navy Club (across from McEwan’s gas station). Light lunch 12, tournament starts 1 p.m. Prizes. 2 person teams, 8 games played. Chair Exercise Classes every Monday, 2 p.m. at Carambeck Community Centre. Info: 613-256-8339. Community Home Support Friday Lunch Bunch, every Friday (January 8, 15, 22 and 29) at Beckwith Township Hall, at 12 noon. Transportation available. Info/reservation: 613-253-0733. Cribbage, every Tuesday afternoon 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 177 George St. Everyone welcome Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Monday, 10-noon, at the Wesleyan Church (33 Central Ave. E.)Info: 613-257-2779 ext 106 (or ext 100). “Memories of the Eaton’s Christmas Catalogue” exhibit continues at The Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum until January 11, 2016. Monday-Saturday, 10 am-4 pm, 267 Edmund Street. 613-253-7013. Tech Tutoring Thursdays, One-on-one hlep for anyone wishing to learn more about the techy that they use on a daily basis. Thursday 10am-5pm. Sign up at the library. 613-257-2702. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday morning, 9:00 a.m. in the Zion United Church across from the library on Franklin Street. Info: 613-253-8677.

Any community organization based in our circulation area wishing to list an event of community interest is invited to submit a description of 25 words or less in writing. Admissions or event costs, will not be included. Deadline is Monday at 4:30 p.m. prior to publication date. This service is provided free of charge. Events will be listed no more than two weeks in advance. Write, Metroland Media, Attn: Regional Roundup, P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1, or fax at 613-283-5909 or e-mail: jmichaelis@theemc.ca OR cheryl.code@metroland.com. Items will be edited as necessary. Please include name, address and phone number.

Diabetes Education Programme, at the Kemptville Hospital Diabetes Clinic, the first Wednesday and Thursday of the month. You must register by calling (613)258-6133 Ext. 400. Info: www.kdh.on.ca The North Grenville Photography Club meets the first Wednesday of every month from 7-9. New location is The auditorium at the Municipal Centre on Hwy 44.

LANARK Walking group, every Tuesday morning, 9 a.m. from the NLCCHA. Refreshments, exercises/speaker after walk. Wendy 613-259-2182.

MERRICKVILLE Executive Meeting, Jan. 5, 7p.m. Merrickville Legion. General Meeting, Jan. 12, 7p.m. Merrickville Legion. Merrickville Legion, New Years Levee Jan 1, 1pm, music: The Swing Band, potluck supper. Merrickville Legion Open, Jan. 13, 12 noon-4pm. Merrickville Legion Open, Jan. 2, 12 noon-4pm. Merrickville Legion Open, Jan. 6, 12 noon-4pm. Merrickville Legion Open, Jan. 9, 12 noon-4pm. Music by Matt Hayes, January 8, 7-11 p.m. Chicken Dinner, 6 p.m. Merrickville Legion.

PAKENHAM Fitness Classes Stewart Community Centre, every Monday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. Info: 613-2568339.

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Are you trying to cope with a family member suffering from a mental illness? NAMI support group, every 4th Tuesday of the month. Info: 283-2170. Blood Donor Clinic, Civitan Club of Perth, Highway 43, Monday January 11, 1pm - 7pm Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7:00 p.m., Thursday, January 7 at Perth Civitan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard 613-267-5305. Community Dinners, St. James Anglican Church, Saturday, Jan. 9, 12 Harvey St (corner of Harvey & Drummond St), Roast Beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, gravy, vegetables, salad, dessert, tea & coffee. Community Dinners, St. James Anglican KEMPTVILLE Church, Saturday, Jan. 2, 12 Harvey St (corner of Harvey & Drummond St), Tortieres, tomato soup, sweet Baby Talk, Wednesday, January 6, 1:30-3 p.m. potato casserole, vegetables, rolls, Christmas baking, Ontario Early Years Centre. tea & coffee.

Community Dinners, St. Paul’s United Church, Saturday, Jan. 16, 25 Gore St. West (corner of Gore and D’Arcy St.), Roast Pork, baked beans, cole slaw, rolls, pickles, assorted cakes, tea & coffee. Community Home Support - Lanark County monthly Parkinson’s Support Group, last Monday of each month, 1:30pm, Community Home Support Office, 40 Sunset Blvd, Suite 100. Info: Suzanne Bourbonnais 613-267-6400 ext 24. Lanark Lodge Pub (3rd Thursday every month). 2 p.m. Hosted by recreation dept. Info. 613-267-4225. Men’s group, 1st Wednesday evening (January 6). Teens on up, All men warmly welcomed and respected. Bust isolation, build community. Details 613267-8308. New Year’s Eve, Royal Canadian Legion Lounge, Branch 244, Perth, Thursday December 31, with Harry, Ed, & Mark 8-1am. Tickets available at the bar. Perth Civitan Bingo, every Wednesday. Opens at 6 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Perth Old Tyme Fiddler’s Dance, Classic Country Music, Perth Lions Hall, 7:30 p.m. January 8. Info: 613-259-2569 or 613-283-8703. The RCL Branch 244 Perth Ladies Auxiliary will host a meeting, January 7 2016, 7 PM. We will have Margot CEO of GWM Hospital Foundation attending.

Family Karaoke Night, every Wednesday 6:309pm, Newboro Community Hall. Fundraising Meeting and General Meeting, January 14 at 7 p.m. Montague Forget-Me-Not Seniors. Info: 613-283-8482. January 13, noon: The New Horizon Club begins the new year with a potluck luncheon, Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall (bring your own dishes). Lunch followed by a “guess who” presentation. Info: Kim 613258-1780. Maberly Agricultural Society, is hosting its Annual General Meeting, Monday, January 11, 7:30pm. Maberly Community Hall. Meeting is open to the public. Personal Sewing, every Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. Montague Forget-Me-Not Seniors, 658 Rosedale Rd S. Everyone welcome. Call 613-283-8482 or 613-2838325. Shopping bus trip. Every 2nd Tuesday of the month (January 12). Leaving Portland Community Hall, 9 a.m. Info./location 613-272-2676. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Breakfast, January 8, 8-11 a.m. at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road. Everyone welcome. You could win a breakfast.

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4 hand bid euchre, every Wednesday and Friday at 1:30 p.m. Senior’s Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162. Info: (613)283-4684. 4 hand euchre, 7 p.m. 1st. Monday every month at Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor Harmony Club 162. Info: 613283-4684. 4 hand euchre, 7 p.m. every Thursday, at Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor Harmony Club 162. Info: 613-283-4684. Bagpipe band practice, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Masonic Hall, 46 Russell St. W. New members welcome. Info: Wayne 283-9792, cell 284-7038 or www.gordonpipeband.com Better than a Doctor, Better than a Lawyer, Better than a Psychiatrist, His name is Jesus. For prayer, anytime call U ME- PRAY (613)863-7729 local call or (613)283-3465. Bid Euchre, Every Monday evening Smiths Falls Legion Br. 95, 7 p.m. Info 613-283-2690 Bid Euchre 1st and 3rd Sunday every month. 1:30 p.m. Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St., parking behind arena. Sponsored by Harmony Club 162. Info 613-283-4684. Bingo, every Thursday evening, 7 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion Br 95. Info: 283-2690. Carpet bowling every Thursday, 12:45 p.m. Seniors Activity Building, 61 Cornelia St. Parking behind arena. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162. Info: (613)283-4684.

4 hand euchre, Tuesday evenings 7 p.m. ABC Hall, Bolingbroke. Sponsor: ABC Seniors. Lunch and prizes. 4 hand euchre, Wednesday, January 6, 7:00 p.m. Montague Seniors Hall, Rosedale. Good prizes, good food. (613)284-1074. 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). Bingo, Royal Canadian Legion Br 542, Westport, January 4, start of the new season. Celebrate with our New Years Day Party with Harry Adrain, Royal Canadian Legion Br 542, Westport, 2-6 p.m. Light luncheon. Clayton Hall, New Years Eve, Dec 31, music: Jeff & Jamie McMunn. Proceeds to Clayton Hall. Tickets: 613-256-1947, 613-256-0740. Cribbage starts Wednesday, January 6, Royal Canadian Legion Br 542, Westport, 10 a.m. Everyone welcome. Exercise led by a Registered Kinesiologist, every Thursday, at Country Roads Community Health Centre, Portland. Intermediate 9:30-10:30; Beginner 10:45-11:45. Call 613-284-2558 to arrange your personal assessment before starting this program.

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Come Join Club 60 for games-entertainment at Branch 95 Legion every 2nd & last Tuesday of the month at 1:30 pm. Everyone Welcome. Contract Bridge, Hanley Hall, downstairs, every Wednesday 1 p.m. Info: 613-283-6116. Duplicate bridge every Monday at 7pm & Tuesday 1pm, Smiths Falls Legion. Partnerships: Iris Winston 613-256-4747. Duplicate Bridge every Monday evening, 7pm, Legion Br. 95, 7 Main St. E., 613-283-2690. Duplicate Bridge Lessons with Games every Tuesday afternoon, 1pm, Legion Br. 95, 7 Main St. E., 613-283-2690. Duplicate Bridge, Monday, 7 p.m., Legion Br 95, 7 Main St E. Partnership 613-633-6205. Duplicate Bridge, Tuesday, 1 p.m., Legion Br 95, 7 Main St E. Partnership 613-633-6205. EA- Emotions Anonymous- 12-step organization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- January 5, 7 p.m. Salvation Army Church (side door). 613-283-0960. Exercise lead by a Registered Kinesiologist, every Monday and Thursday, 2 Gould St, Rideau Valley Diabetes Service/Telemedicine. Intermediate, 9:30-10:30; Beginner, 10:45-11:45. Call 613-284-2558 for personal assessment before starting this program. Family Fun Bingo, Sunday January 3, from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. at the RCAFA Hall, on Abbott St., Contact: Carol 613-284-0305. Floor Shuffle Board. 10 a.m. Every Tuesday and Wednesday. Seniors Activity Building. Parking behind arena. Beginners welcome. Sponsor: Harmony Club 162. (613)283-4684. Gentle Exercise, at Rideau Valley Diabetes Services, 9:30-10:30 every Wednesday. Info: 613-2842558. Gospel Blues Concert, featuring “In Hard Times”, Thursday, December 31, 7 p.m. at Bethel Pentecostal Church. In support of the local Salvation Army Family Services. Harmony Club 162, 61 Cornelia St. Darts every Thursday. 1:30 p.m. Info: 613-283-4684. Lanark County Brain Injury Survivors Group, meeting. Every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon. Tricas, 88 Cornelia St. W. Mental Health Support for family members, 2nd Tuesday of the mnth 7-9pm, 88 Cornelia St. West at The Link. Contact mentalhealthfamilies@gmail.com Revelation Seminar, every Monday, Seventh Day Adventist Church, 333 Hwy 29 (just past the mall), 7-8:15pm, Everyone Welcome. Smiths Falls Knitting & Crochet Club, meetings every Tuesday 1-3 p.m. Smiths Falls Seniors Activity Building (across from Hospital). Youth Darts, every Sunday afternoon, 1-4pm, Royal Canadian Legion Br 95.

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From emissions to self-driving cars 2015 was not a dull year One of the great things about the industry that I work in is that it is always changing. There’s never a dull day at work, and there’s always something new to learn. This past year was a perfect example. Volkswagen emission troubles If you own a VW diesel (or even a gasoline powered unit) from the model year 2009 or newer, you will want to keep track of VW’s effort to resolve one of the largest recalls on record. In case you missed it, VW was found to have installed ‘cheater’ software on a large number of vehicles that allowed them to pass stationary emissions tests, but on the road they failed miserably. Government agencies from around the globe have levied astronomical fines and the carmaker has just started to announce the details on fixes they hope to begin delivering in the New Year. You can find out more, and if your VW is involved by logging onto www.vwemissionsinfo.ca. Self-driving cars hitting the roads More and more carmakers and independent electronics specialists are getting on the self-driving bandwagon and some are promising vehicles in showrooms within the next few years. Google still has the largest number of prototypes on the roads

and they are starting to rack up collision statistics at twice the rate of regular vehicles per mile driven. It’s not that Google-car brains are suffering from distraction, as all of the collisions reported to date have been shown to be the fault of other human drivers. The biggest problem is that the current batch of self-drivers obeys all traffic laws to the letter. They don’t make rolling stops, or try to run yellow lights, or cut other drivers off. When the driving public is mixed with these autonomous do-gooders, well the results speak for themselves. Now programmers and engineers are going back to the drawing board to consider how they can make their creations a little more like the rest of us behind the wheel (Heaven help us all!). If you think you’ll never be able to afford a self-driving car, there may be a solution in your future. A small number of electronics firms are now researching and developing add-on kits that promise to turn an ordinary daily driver into an auto-piloted ride. Check under your Christmas tree in a few years to see if your autonomous wishes came true.

Car Counsellor BRIAN TURNER

ing replacement air bags for a wide number of recalls involving more than a few automakers. These units are prone to corrosion of the metal canister than contains the explosive materials that inflate the air bag. In rare circumstances shards of metal can fly out of the air bag along with the fabric material causing injuries. Check to see if your vehicle is involved by logging onto your carmaker’s website or by calling an authorized dealership with your vehicle serial number.

We’re still distracted Distracted driving earned an infamous distinction in 2015. It now takes more lives than impaired driving. Every day in almost every region of the country we can witness drivers texting, checking emails, or talking on a cell phone. Carmakers don’t seem to be helping much in Air-bag recalls are still going strong their headlong rush to create dashOne of the largest manufacturers es that have more to do with smart of air bags, Takata, is still supply- phones or tablets than they do with

the safe operation of their products. Convictions for this offence bring large fines, demerit points, and the risk of increased insurance premiums. The law enforcers tell us if the device is in your hand and you’re behind the wheel, they’ll pull you over and issue a ticket. Being stopped at a traffic light or in line at the drivethrough won’t excuse you from the law. When you’re driving there is only one safe place for your electronic device; out of sight and reach.

safe and prosperous New Year and drive safely and thanks for your readership and letters and emails. Keep them coming. If you have any questions, opinions, or stories on anything automotive please drop me a line, [By email to emc@perfprint.ca or directly to bjoeturner@hotmail.com listing ‘Question for the Car Counsellor’ in the subject line or by post to Record News Communications, 65 Lorne St., P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4T1]. When using regular mail, please supply a phone number if you Electric cars still charging seek direct contact (due to volume, I While low fuel prices have slowed can’t always promise replies). electric car sales, more and more carmakers are going ahead with Yours in service plans for more models of these zeroBrian Turner emissions transports. The recently signed Paris climate agreement and provincial plans for carbon pricSAVING ENERGY! ing are bound to keep this techIn homes, up to nology going. Driving ranges for 25 percent of all-electrics are improving as is the our electric bill availability of public quick-charge is for lighting. stations. When the average comOver the life of the bulbs, CFLs mute for us is less than 20 km on a cost the average national basis, a vehicle you can ‘reconsumer less fuel’ at home that comes without the than half the cost maintenance expenses of traditional of traditional combustion power trains, can make incandescent a lot of sense. bulbs for the Hopefully your 2015 was good same amount and your prospects for 2016 are betof light. ter. Please accept my wishes for a

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you are familiar with the expression, “Your eyes are bigger than your stomach.” This week you have bitten off a project that is just too much to chew. Enlist some help. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you are on a roll, and now it is only a matter of maintaining momentum for a few more days. Don’t let anyone slow you down this week. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you may not know where your path is taking you, but you are fully aware that an adventure is in store. Take some time to prepare for the unknown that lies ahead. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Learning from your mistakes can help you to grow, Cancer. Accept a challenge presented to you this week, even if it scares you. You may find it’s not so challenging after all. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, many opportunities are within reach, but you are just not sure which Here’s How It Works: way to go. Seek advice from Pisces when you get a spare moment. Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each Virgo, no one will know what you’re like deep inside unless you share row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric a few secrets. You don’t have to give everything away, but let some clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! information slip out.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Some can see straight past your protective facade, Libra. So why not take it off and simply let others see the real you? You won’t be disappointed, and neither will they. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Now is not a time to drag your feet, Scorpio. You have a full slate of tasks to tackle, and it seems like the hours will slip away quickly. Recharge and refocus. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you never shy away from a challenge, but you also know when to pick your battles. If something arises this week that seems a waste of time, pass it by. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, when a past conflict pops up this week, push it aside. It is better to focus on the positive things that are in store for you rather than problems from the past. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t accomplish something, Aquarius. As you have proven time and again, you simply need to set a goal in your sights to get things done. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, when you love someone, it can be difficult to step aside and let that person make his or her own mistakes. Be patient. 1231

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Bell of St. Andrew’s to be heard at midnight On July 19, 1930, Mary A.B. Campbell and Archibald M. Campbell presented St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church with the bell of the original Presbyterian Church in Perth. This bell was first heard on a Sabbath morning in July of 1819 just prior to the arrival in the Perth Military Settlement of the Duke of Richmond, Commander-in-Chief of British North America. The Session and Board of Managers thanked the Campbells by acknowledging the significance of the bell “…which makes it peculiarly sacred…its deep tones, as it rings out its call to service, will recall the famous ministers who have served this church in the past, and it is peculiarly associated with the great and illustrious preacher, the Rev. William Bell.” Rev. Bell, the first Protestant minister in the new settlement, attempted to complete the building of a permanent church for his flock by travelling in July of 1818 to Brockville, Prescott

and Montreal to raise subscriptions for the necessary materials. With the help of such luminaries as the Earl of Selkirk the required funds were raised and construction was completed in the late spring of 1819. Bell wrote in his diary: “The spire of the steeple was covered in tin, and the bell Mr. Hunter (of Montreal) had procured for us was properly fixed in its place.” In July of 1819 when the bell was first rung, Bell wrote: “This was the first Sabbath of my preaching in our new church. The pews were not fixed, but the congregation sat on planks. Colonel Cockburn (Deputy Quarter Master General of the British forces) and most of the officers of the settlement, together with a large congregation of settlers, attended public worship.” Later that year, Bell’s eighth and last son was baptized in the new church. This George Bell was to become the first student enrolled at

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Queen’s University in Kingston and in later years was that institution’s Registrar. Another member of Bell’s congregation, William Morris, is considered to be the leading force behind the creation of Queen’s. The original frame Presbyterian Church burned down in 1867. At the time, Judge John Malloch, son-in-law of Rev. Bell, sent a servant and cart to save the bell, who brought it to Malloch’s home, Victoria Hall (part of today’s GWM hospital). Mary and Archibald Campbell were Rev. Bell’s great-grandchildren. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, which accepted the gift of the first bell and agreed to have it “properly placed and permanently preserved”, will ring this bell on New Year’s Eve, 2015 to usher in the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Perth Military Settlement in 1816. Submitted by Clark Theobald with material provided by St. Andrew’s Church.

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It felt like Christmas in Perth on Saturday, Dec. 19 as flurries fell during the first Jingle and Mingle event hosted by the Chamber of Commerce. Families were invited to Crystal Palace for hot chocolate, popcorn, sleigh rides and a bonfire while they browsed dozens of Christmas trees decorated by local businesses. Elsa and Anna from Disney’s Frozen were surrounded by eager children waiting to meet them for much of the evening.

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from July 22 to 24, but, before that happens, there will be a volunteer fair on Jan. 20, 2016, from 6 to 8 p.m., for those looking to pitch in. The other two “signature” events for the anniversary will be the Ontario Town Criers Championships from May 21 to 22, and the Fire and Ice Festival on Feb. 13. Library Erika Heesen, the new chief librarian and chief executive officer of the Perth and District Union Public Library, touted what a bargain her establishment is, and not just for Perth, but Drummond/North Elmsley and Tay Valley townships too. At a cost of $34 per person, or, $67 per household, the library costs the equivalent of “the cost of one hardcover book per person,” she said during her presentation. Amongst the services on offer from the library are: • Museum passes for four; • Internet access; • Lecture series; • Home delivery series; • Teen programs; and, • One-on-one tutoring and reading and literacy programs. In the past year, the library pioneered different initiatives, like the “One Book, One Community,” where “we partnered with all of the other libraries in Lanark County,” to read

the same book. The library also held its first “human library,” which had been pioneered in other communities like Ottawa. Renovations are underway for the children’s area, “to make it more welcoming, opening and inviting,” in order to make “reading and going to the library something pleasurable.” While there has been a renewed emphasis on providing digital access to the community, as that is a “huge component,” she hastened to add that “we are not getting rid of books any time soon.” The library website will also be getting an overhaul in 2016 too and, in terms of physical renovations, the library is still working on the “addition of the old fire hall space.” Even though the Perth and District Chamber of Commerce has moved to Inge-Va House on Craig Street, people are still used to offices being where they used to be. “Just a week ago, I met someone outside looking for the chamber,” said Deputy Mayor John Gemmell. The old fire hall will be getting new carpet, paint, and cabinetry for the offices that will be put in there, to make it a “very functional staff work space. This gives us more room for our staff to work with,” and, in the existing library area, “more space to open up to the public.” The new fire hall offices should be open by January. Fenik commended the work done

by the library, and recalled, as a child, when his community was visited by his local library’s bookmobile, which he called “a centre of enlightenment, that’s what libraries are.” Policing Coun. Jim Graff said he was proud that the police force had bought two bicycles for use during community patrols. He called them “very good bikes for our CSOs (community service officers). We’ve got very positive feedback from our downtown businesses.” As for the CSOs, “they put a lot of miles on those bikes this summer,” Graff said, following comments from merchants that they wanted to see more cops out of their cruisers and walking or cycling the streets. The top three roads, in terms of complaints, continue to be: • Rogers Road; • Isabella Street; and • The intersection of Drummond Street and South Street. The town has already saved about $358,000 in savings for 2016 thanks to the new police funding formula, but Graff cautioned that “that number is not carved in stone. A lot of that will be based on our calls for service.” The number of false alarm calls has continued to decline steeply following a new town by-law, which gives businesses and residences warnings during their first two false alarms, and finally, a fine during the third false alarm. “It doesn’t recoup all of the money

The Grinch’s heart was two sizes too small. He had no idea until some symptoms of hating Christmas became obvious to him. Why didn’t he know earlier? There are two top causes of death in Canada: heart disease and cancer. Why are they the top two? These two ailments are the worst killers in Canada because they both remain silent for many years. Most people feel well and healthy and yet, inside the storm is brewing. Blood work, screening tests and imaging are far from perfect when it comes to discovering these ailments early. The focus is on early detection, and in my opinion, the focus should be on stewarding your health BEFORE anything serious gets a hold of you. As we approach Christmas, you can make a very important decision for your health in 2016. You can choose to make 2016 the year you begin stewarding your health. You can decide today to take care of your health from

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Perth town hall at sunset, its windows aglow with Christmas wreathes. but it is a good wake up call,” said Graff of the fine. The calls fell from a high of 27 to 14 currently, which he called “a considerable savings to the town.” He added that, with Lanark County feeling out the Ottawa Police Ser-

vice about providing policing to the area, there is the “potential for board amalgamations,” for police services boards in the area. “There has been some talk about amalgamating meetings. The ins and outs of that have to be ironed out.”

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www.perth.ca VOLUNTEER FOR THE PERTH 200TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS! Is your New Year’s resolution to volunteer more within your community? Then come to the Town of Perth’s 200th Anniversary Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, January 20th, 2016 from 6-8pm at Town Hall. At the Fair, you’ll learn more about the Town’s three signature events planned for 2016, as well as how you can be a part of the celebrations. We’ll have volunteer roles all laid out and you can decide how you’d like to be a part of it. You’re our reason to celebrate and we can’t wait to do so together! Learn more about the Volunteer Fair at www.perth200.ca.

ANIMAL CONTROL: POUND SERVICES In the interest of safety, public nuisance and kindness to animals, the Town of Perth has an Animal Control Bylaw. The bylaw affects dogs, cats, kennels, public nuisance issues including noise, bio-waste and unleashed animals, animals in vehicles and exotic or wild animals. The bylaw is available for viewing on the Town’s website at www.perth.ca. or you may drop into Town Hall and ask for a copy.

Now that winter weather has arrived, residents are reminded to remove any clutter or obstacles from lawns or curbsides that could impede snow plow operations on the roadway or sidewalks. Please report any damages as soon as possible after they occur at 613-267-3311, Extension 2265 or 2221. Any necessary repairs will be completed following snow-melt in spring.

CHRISTMAS TREE DISPOSAL Town of Perth Residents Only The Environmental Services Department will be picking up Christmas Trees for ONE WEEK ONLY, starting Monday January 11 and ending Friday January 15, 2016. To ensure your tree is removed, please have it at the curb without lights and decorations. Trees in bags will not be picked up. Thank you for your cooperation. If you wish to dispose of your Christmas tree before or after the above-noted date, they will be accepted free of charge at the Perth Landfill Site, 666 Wildlife Rd. (Perth residents only). For further information, contact the Town of Perth, Environmental Services Department at 613-267-3311.

If you require animal control services, please contact Animal Control/Bylaw Enforcement Officer, Anita Stuart, at 613-259-9998 or Pager at 613-267-9337. DO NOT CALL THE POLICE FOR THESE MATTERS. Pound Services are also provided by Animal Control Officer, Anita Stuart. Please call 613-259-9998 for enquiries relating to animals that have been picked-up in Town or animals that are lost or missing. In addition, those wishing to adopt an animal can also contact Ms. Stuart. DO NOT CALL THE POLICE FOR THESE MATTERS. Please be a responsible pet owner – have your pet spayed or neutered!

DOG TAGS AND CAT LICENCES: Dog tags are required annually for all dogs residing in Perth and may be purchased for a cost of $15.00 prior to April 1st. If purchased after April 1st the fee is $30.00. All cat owners must purchase a one-time licence for a fee of $15.00. Dog tags and cat licences are available at the Town Hall. For more information call 613-267-3311 Ext 2278. If you require animal control services, please contact Animal Control/By-Law Enforcement Officer, Anita Stuart at 613-259-9998 or Pager 613-267-9337. Licences help us locate owners of lost pets.

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Just who was Special Cons. Robert Earl Lewis, and why was his RCMP plaque never affixed to his headstone? The mysteries keep piling up at the Elmwood Cemetery with this newest one being about mysterious circumstances about Cons. Lewis (born May 4, 1926, died Jan. 2, 1995. His wife Reta H. White according to the main headstone, was born on Valentine’s Day 1926, and she died April 24, 1991, and is buried with him.) Eric Halpin, president of the non-profit Perth Cemetery Company, recently found an RCMP plaque that was never installed on the deceased officer’s grave. In an email to this newspaper on Monday, Dec. 21, Halpin wrote that “while looking for old documents, I located the plaque hidden in our office safe. I tried to contact every Lewis in the phone book, looking for a relative, to no avail.” He then contacted RCMP headquarters in Ottawa, who put him in touch with one Joseph Healy, who handles RCMP graves across the country. Healy came out to see the graveyard on Saturday, Dec. 19, and “I loaned him the plaque so he could undertake an investigation with the Lewis family (if any exist) as to why the marker was not installed.” It is the intent of both men to place the plaque in front of the Lewis grave next spring, which could involve a small, formal “dress reds” contingent of RCMP officers who will be on hand for the installation. Do you remember Special Con. Lewis? Do you Submitted photo know why his special police plaque was not added to Eric Halpin, president of the non-profit Perth Cemetery Company, right, his gravesite? As Robert Stack used to say on Unsolved and RCMP grave investigator Joseph Healy hold up the police plaque for Mysteries (1987-2002): “Perhaps you may be able to RCMP Special Cons. Robert Earl Lewis at his gravesite on Saturday, Dec. 19. help solve a mystery.”

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New Year’s baby completes Perth family Jan. 8 Lillie-eve is first baby of the New Year Like four pedals on a beautiful rose, the Jan. 1 birth of Lillie-eve Wilson to Natasha and Cory Wilson of Perth not only signalled the first birth in the area for 2015, but also the completion of their family. Lillie-eve was born at 3:19 a.m. at five pounds, six ounces at the Smiths Falls hospital site and is the fourth child in the Wilson family. The couple rushed to the Smiths Falls hospital after Natasha’s water broke at 2:37 a.m. New Year’s Day just making it to the obstetrics department two minutes before the blessed moment.

merce has a new general manager as former GM Pauline Fitchett has a new position across town. Fitchett will become the executive director at the Perth Enrichment Program (PEP), starting full time on Feb. 2. “I have mixed feelings because I absolutely love the chamber, but I am really excited about moving on to the Perth Enrichment Program,” she said during the chamber’s 125th anniversary celebration at the Best Western Plus Jan. 28. Council recommends small tax increase During its annual budget session held Friday morning, Perth committee-of-the-whole passed a motion to recommend adoption of the 2015 budget with a 0.8 per cent increase. This represents a $56,751 tax levy increase over the 2014 budget, resulting in a $7,059,008 tax levy for 2015. Highlights of the budget presentation included a reduction in the town’s overall debt from $1.4M to $1M by the end of 2015. In addition it also included an investment in the town’s sewage lagoon system, which will facilitate expansion capacity to support future economic growth.

Perth Polar Bear Plunge When Steve Stewart moved to Perth, he decided to do what he knows best: plunge. A former organizer for the Ottawa Polar Bear Plunge and now an honorary chairman, Stewart knows what it takes to both organize and dip into the cold waters. The Plunge and the accompanying breakfast, which was provided by Law & Orders Restaurant, helped raised $5,005 for the anniversary celebrations. Perth’s Deputy Mayor, John Gemmell, has spent the past year raising money for his plunge. He ended up bringing in $2,200 and Frizell toll fundraiser collection totals $2,700 followed through on his promise to jump. Sultana Frizell does not shy away from saying that the Perth Legion was fundamenFeb 5 tal in helping her compete in the hammer LeVatte is new chamber manager throw event through the Royal Canadian The Perth and District Chamber of Com- Legion National Track & Field Program.

And she never misses a chance to put in a plug for her hometown of Perth, Ont. Perth-Upon-Tay, Branch 244 Legion, is now leading a fund raising campaign called, “Perth for Sultana”, to assist Frizell in her quest for the podium at the 2016 Olympics in Rio. The campaign was initiated in October of 2014 by the Legion, with the support of other Perth organizations and businesses, including: Perth & District Collegiate Institute (PDCI), the Town of Perth, Lions Club, Glen Tay Block Race, and the Perth Kilt Run. May 14 For Fenik, orange is the new red Perth Mayor John Fenik has dropped a political shocker, leaving the campaign of federal Liberal candidate Philippe Archambault as campaign manager, to run as the presumptive New Democratic Party candidate. Putting the ‘new’ in New Democrat, the life-long Liberal, who had endorsed Archambault for the Grit nomination in the new Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston riding, after toying with a nomination run himself last year, will likely be acclaimed as the NDP’s candidate at the Crystal Palace in Perth on May 30, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. After being felt out about running for their party by local New Democrats, the party’s eastern Ontario lieutenant, Ottawa Centre MP Paul Dewar, launched a charm offensive to get Fenik on board.

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How to Reverse Pre-Disease

Samuel Johnson once remarked, “Nothing sharpens the wit so much as the knowledge you’re going to be hanged in the morning.” So if a doctor says, “Your blood sugar is borderline for diabetes” or “your bones are getting fragile”, he’s giving you a pre-disease warning. But does it ring the bell of trouble ahead unless you do something about it? Dr. H. Gilbert Welch, Professor of Medicine at the Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice, is also the author of “Less Dr. Gifford-Jones Medicine, More Health.” Welch says we should keep in mind that, “Virtually everyone, as they get older, develops some sort of pre-disease”. The outward appearance of wrinkles and graying hair are for all to see. But kidneys, hearts and all the other hidden organs also age. So Welch warns there’s a tendency for doctors to overprescribe pre-diseases that can be corrected by other means. According to a report in Consumer Reports on Health, about 37 percent of adults in North America have pre-hypertension. Studies show that if you’re overweight, smoke, drink too much alcohol, rarely exercise and have a family history of hypertension, you’re more likely to develop borderline BP and finally hypertension. So what should you do about it? First, make sure you have bone-fide increased BP. Some people on medication show “white coat hypertension” due simply to being in a doctor’s office, or having just consumed caffeine. To prevent a lifetime of medication, test your BP in a pharmacy, or buy a blood pressure cuff to take readings at home. Today, there is no convincing evidence that treating prehypertension by drugs prevents the development of high blood pressure. But studies show that dropping nine pounds will lower blood pressure 4.5 points. Health authorities also stress that it’s important to exercise moderately three to four times a week. It also helps to consume no more than 1,500 milligrams of sodium daily, a little more than half a teaspoon, and to limit alcoholic drinks to two a day for men, and one for women. And to follow a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low fat dairy products, fish, skinless poultry and lean meats. Pre-diabetes is now a major problem and affects 38 percent of North Americans. It’s present when the average blood sugar over a period of three months, or a fasting blood sugar, is higher than normal. One would think that this diagnosis would get people’s attention. But according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, up to 30 percent don’t make lifestyle changes and eventually develop Type 2 diabetes. This is a huge mistake. Calorie reduction and exercise can decrease the risk of Type 2 diabetes by 59 percent over a three year period. Reversing this trend also means a decreased risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, blindness, foot damage and possibly Alzheimer’s Disease. Let’s end with some good news. It’s estimated that in North America 45 million people have osteoporosis. But, according to a study in the New England Journal of Medicine, most of the time osteopenia is best treated with diet high in calcium along with 800 IU of vitamin D, and weight-bearing exercise such as walking. Authorities say the evidence that osteoporosis drugs help during this stage is inconsistent. Dr. Marvin Lipman, medical advisor on Consumer Reports, states that about 30 percent of older adults are reported to be suffering from advanced chronic kidney disease and have received needless drug treatment. In effect, doctors should realize that kidneys age, but it’s a slow process, and not to over-treat. Others over 65 are often taking thyroid medication to treat an underactive thyroid. But unless there are symptoms such as dry skin, fatigue, severe constipation and weight gain they may not need it. Knowing you have a pre-disease is a great benefit. It provides time to get serious about one’s health and prevent a full-blown disease with all its complications. Prevention will always be better than cure, particularly when it’s possible to treat pre-disease by lifestyle changes. Isn’t this better than facing a lifetime on prescription drugs?

Why our ancestors left the old country for a new life in Canada Have you ever wondered why your ancestors left Scotland, Ireland or England to settle here 100, 150 or 200 years ago? What made them decide to uproot their families, take the arduous journey across the Atlantic Ocean and start a new life in a vast and strange wilderness? Some had a spirit of adventure, a drive for independence, a curiosity to explore a new land. A few were remittance men, oft times the black sheep in an upper or middle-class family who was sent to the colonies and paid to stay there. And, of course, love, or lost love, prompted others to emigrate. Many left to build a better future for themselves and, especially, for their children. Those who emigrated in the first half of the nineteenth century left home because home wouldn’t let them stay. Theirs is a story of hardship, sorrow and hope. Let’s take ourselves back 200 years. We are in the year 1815. After sixteen years of war, Great Britain celebrates the defeat of Napoleon. In Scotland, the wages for the weavers, who’d been weaving cloth for military uniforms, drop from 20 shillings a week to five. Many lose their jobs. Across the sea in Ireland, the landlords raise the rent and evictions become commonplace. Life for most Scots and Irish is bleak, lacking in hope. For her part, Britain has three problems. First, Britain fears that the high levels of unemployment and poverty

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in Scotland and Ireland will result in riots and rebellions – something governments don’t abide. Second, Britain is overrun by discharged soldiers, veterans of the Napoleonic Wars, also looking for jobs. Third, after the War of 1812 between the United States and Britain – a war fought primarily along the frontier of Upper Canada (now Ontario) – Britain is concerned that the Americans might invade again. The solution? Sponsored emigration. Britain offers free passage and 100 acres of land plus rations and some implements to those willing to emigrate. Britain offers veterans of the War of 1812 land grants in lieu of passage back to Britain and offers veterans of the war in Europe free passage and land grants. Where were they sent? To the Perth Military Settlement. Britain successfully solves her three problems. The veterans would both help settle the interior and serve as a ready-made militia in case those pesky Americans invaded again. The Scots and Irish, as well as the unemployed veterans, would help settle the interior and, by virtue of having left Britain, reduce the level of social and political unrest. However, poverty and unemployment did not disappear. For thou-

sands upon thousands of Scots, Irish and English, nothing, including a wilderness across the sea, could be worse than the almost unbelievable poverty that existed in Britain in the ensuing years. Those who could emigrated. Many settled in Lanark County and Ontario in general. Then came the Great Irish Famine (1845-50), also known as the Great Hunger or An Gorta Mor, in Irish. When the potato blight ravaged crops in Europe in the early 1840s, the European governments stepped in to calm the crisis. When the potato blight struck Ireland in 1845, the British parliament left the fate of the Irish in the hands of her 10,000 landlords. At the height of the famine, the landlords continued to ship thousands of livestock and tons of grain to England; they did nothing to alleviate the starvation. One million Irish died. Another million emigrated. To ease the suffering, in 1847, the governments of Upper and Lower Canada (Ontario and Quebec) agreed to accept 100,000 Irish immigrants. Some were destined for Bathurst, North Burgess and other parts of Lanark County. Many Upper Canadians welcomed these new arrivals. Others were fearful that these new-

II, the Hungarians, the Vietnamese, and others would be a burden and disloyal were proven wrong. History teaches us that the Syrians, like those who came before, will contribute to our community, indeed have much to offer our community. Groups have formed to help the refugees in a great many communities across Canada. A few months ago, the Perth and District Community Foundation brought together representatives of service clubs, municipal governments, the faith community, and charities as well as concerned citizens to discuss what might be done in our community. The outcome? The Community Alliance for Refugee Resettlement was established. The main objectives are to raise $100,000 by the end of this year and to use the funds to successfully re-settle three refugee families such that they become integrated into the fabric of Canadian society and have happy and productive lives among us. If you are interested in volunteering contact the Community Alliance for Refugee Resettlement, www.theCARR.ca. Donations are eligible for a charitable tax receipt. Submitted by Kay Rogers, John McKenty, John Fowler, and Susan Code R0013619508/1231

www.twp.beckwith.on.ca Contact us at: 1702 9th Line Beckwith RR#2, Carleton Place, Ontario K7C 3P2 General Inquiries: 613-257-1539 or 1-800-535-4532 / Public Works: 613-257-1810 or 1-800-535-4534 / cmoyle@twp.beckwith.on.ca Tuesday, January 5th, 2016 Monday, January 11th, 2016 Tuesday, January 19th, 2016 Tuesday, January 19th, 2016

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The historic sexual assault case against William “Bill” McNicol has been adjourned until Feb. 17, 2016. The matter went to a trial confirmation hearing this past Monday, Dec. 21, at the Ontario Court of Justice, 43 Drummond St. W., in Perth at 9:30 a.m. There will be a two-day preliminary hearing on the case starting on Feb. 17. The case is covered by a publication ban, and the allegations have not been proven in court. In June of 2015, the three original charges against McNicol were dropped, and replaced with six charges: • Two counts of sexual assault; • Two counts of sexual touching with a person under the age of 14; • Invitation to sexual touching with a person under the age of 14; and • Being in a position of trust or authority towards a young person did, for a sexual purpose, sexually touch the young person’s body.

comers would be a burden on society. Worse, that they would not be loyal to Britain. Worse still, they were papists (Catholics). Anti-Catholic rhetoric erupted. Those Catholics and Protestants who settled here got past this bigotry. That’s not to say there weren’t some hiccups along the way. As the people of this area will attest, community is the heart of who we are. One lesson from our history is clear: many of our ancestors left home because home wouldn’t let them stay. In more recent history, we know that the displaced persons after World War II, the Hungarians in the 1950s, the Vietnamese “boat people” in the 1970s, and other waves of refugees left their homes because home wouldn’t let them stay. Together, those who arrived 200, 150, 100, 50, or 25 years ago have built our communities and indeed our country. Today, our government plans to welcome 25,000 Syrian refugees and members of our community are working to sponsor others. History teaches us that those who feared that the Irish would be a burden and would not be loyal were proven wrong. History teaches us that those who feared that the displaced people after World War

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FALSE SECURITY ALARM BY-LAW A public meeting will be held on February 2nd, 2016 in the Council Chambers to permit members of the public to provide comments regarding the intent to adopt a certain fee and charge. It is the intention of the Township to pass a by-law to adopt a new municipal fee for false security alarm occurrence. Copies of the proposed changes may be picked up at the Municipal Office between 8:30 – 4:30 Monday to Friday at 1702 9th Line Beckwith or on the municipal website www.twp.beckwith.on.ca. TAKE NOTICE, that the Council of the Township of Beckwith will hold the regular Council Meeting to adopt the proposed False Security Alarm By-Law after the Public Meeting on the same day: Date: Tuesday, February 2nd, 2016 Location: Council Chambers, 1702 9th Line Beckwith Time: 7:00 p.m. Cynthia Moyle, Clerk 1702 9th Line Beckwith. Carleton Place, ON K7C 3P2 Phone: 613-257-1539 E-mail: cmoyle@twp.beckwith.on.ca

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The Table is only local intake agency for Ontario Energy Support Program A new energy rebate program for low-income households is gearing up in Ontario, and Perth’s, The Table Community Food Centre is the only local agency available to support people needing help applying for the program. The Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) will help households cover the rising cost of electricity and will replace an existing, across the board, energy rebate that ends on Dec. 31. The outgoing Clean Energy Benefit saved households an average of $17 a month, the Canadian Press reported in March. The OESP credit, which starts in January, will be more substantial, but will be restricted to low income households. About 500,000 homes in Ontario will qualify, but according to the CBC only some 34,000 have applied. Eligible households can receive a monthly credit of between $30 and $75 depending on the size of the family and after tax income. Households, that have electric heat as their primary source of heat or that have members who use a mechanical ventilator or an oxygen concentrator will receive larger rebates to cover their higher electricity usage. Households with First Nations, Inuit, and Metis household members, or with members who receive a CPP Disability pension, are also eligible for specific directed assistance under the program. The credits begin in January, and are not retroactive, so it is recommended that people who want the credit apply as soon as possible as it is expected that it will take about 6 weeks to process applications. Applications can be easily made online, if

all adult household members (16+) that have income have filed taxes, and those taxes are up to date and accurate at https://ontarioelectricitysupport.ca/ . However, if a household member hasn’t filed taxes or their income is different than what was filed, an application must be made through an intake agency. The Peer Advocates at the Table Community Food Centre, at 190 Gore St. East in Perth, are the only local intake agents in Lanark and they are available to help with online and paper applications during their office hours. The Advocacy Office is located downstairs in the Good Food Bank and is open Mondays 2 to 5 p.m; Tuesday 12 to 3 p.m.; Wednesday from 3 to 6 .m.; and Friday 2 to 5 p.m. Advocacy services at the Table are provided on a drop-in, first come first serve basis. Please note the Table and the Advocacy Office are closed for the holidays on Dec. 25, 28, 29 and 31, and Jan. 1. The Table’s Advocates can also help people apply for two other energy supports including the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) for people who are behind on their energy bills, and the Home Assistance Program that does energy audits and provides free energy efficient light bulbs and appliances to eligible households who need inefficient models replaced. Advocates are available to respond to questions about these programs or discuss their other services during office hours at 613-2676428 x29, or send them an email advocacy@ thetablecfc.org, or a message via Facebook.

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t’s hard to believe another year has come and gone! Where did the time go? I think a lot of it was spent doing dishes and laundry. In fact, I should do some math and calculate how much time is spent on those chores. Why? Because I love math. Everyone knows I love math. Right. Well, maybe we won’t do that just now because, traditionally, this space (which measures approximately…oh never mind) is used at this time of year to assess those lifechanging revolutions that I make without fail. That’s the awesome thing about making promises in a newspaper – everyone can know about it. This is super awesome. And alarming. (Note to self: Be careful what you say.) I can only assume you are (not) likely breathlessly waiting to hear how 2015 turned out on the resolution front, right? Am I right? Is this thing on? Well, so am I. Let me just re-read what I said last year…. Okay. The first one – and I’m sure you’ll be shocked about this – has to do with eating better and exercising more. Could I be more predictable? Last year I reported I had scored huge points on the eating front. Actually, it would be more accurate to say I scored “low” points, because I joined Weight Watchers and tracked my eating habits online. I stuck with the program into part of 2015 and then cautiously let go of the side of the pool and swam on my own (less math that way). I am pleased to report I am holding fairly steady at a weight that is at least comfortable. My creaky knees and crabby feet appreciate it. AND, as if that isn’t enough, I have success to report on the exercise front – and THAT is huge because it defeats me almost every year! Although it has waned slightly since the summer, some running started to happen again. I lurves the running. Just little bits of running that my feet will endure. Even bigger than that, though, is the fact (you may have heard) that I took up karate. Since starting near the end of July, I have noticed a big difference. Some of the muscles that had clearly not been used since 1978 are now playing along and don’t scream at me as much the next day. Progress! Because it is fun it’s easy to con-

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vince myself to go to class at least twice a week, and that solves the whole “when will I fit in exercise?” excuse. And, although it wasn’t a resolution, getting involved in such an activity was definitely/defiantly a revolution in that it involved diving out of my comfort zone. Last year I also commented on the perennial “save the world” promise and pledged to consider “letting a few things go” instead. That turned out in a rather interesting way. As I wrote that, I had no idea the direction life would turn in 2015. Now I find myself in a part-time job that has me working with awesome people to help other people avoid falling into crises. It’s not exactly “saving the world,” but it’s not “standing idly by,” either. It fills me up and appeals to that whole “do unto others” philosophy. In order to take on that position, I had to “let go” of a few things I loved to do. There were a few reasons, but one is because there is only so much of me to go around and I haven’t seen my clone since 1993. Actually, that clone may have been an optical illusion. Anyway, the awesomeness that is my job (and my other jobs…I think I have about three now) does mean I have to be careful about taking on too much. It’s always been a thing. So going into 2016, one of my revolutions will be to continue to seek that mysterious work-life balance I’ve heard so much about. It’s getting better. Karate helps because it forces me to get out and do something fun that’s good for me. So here’s what I’m thinking for 2016: • Stay the course on the weight front. • Build upon the good exercise base that I’ve started with karate and running. • Try something new (it might bring unexpected joy). • Take care of yourself and don’t overdo.

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The parent council at Sacred Heart of Jesus Roman Catholic elementary school held their annual turkey dinner at Foy Hall in Lanark village on Wednesday, Dec. 16. Lisa McGonegal loads up a student’s plate with both white and dark meat in the serving line.

Sweeping away the old year cobwebs

tanding atop the large recycling bin, having stomped on a box for the fifth or sixth time, with all eyes in the newsroom on me, it began to dawn on me – maybe I shouldn’t be up here. I get worked up sometimes. I’m passionate about what I do. Here’s why I was standing atop the bin on the morning of Monday, Dec. 14. I had made a promise that the boxes upon boxes of old newspaper photos and clippings and copies would be thrown out that morning. A man had been in contact with one of the news editors for months and months about possibly, maybe, if he had time, coming to get them. Maybe. In mid-November, I told the editor to give the guy a firm deadline of Dec. 14, or the boxes – caked in dust – would be thrown out. The man hummed, he hawed. The clock struck 9 a.m. on the 14th, and I started flinging boxes out. A tragedy, yes. I hated to do it. But if I hadn’t set a firm deadline, those boxes would still be here. And that

DESMOND DEVOY Des Says may have been the only way to force them out. In some instances people are more than happy to hold on to things – so long as it’s not crowding up their living space. Yes, I’m passionate about throwing things out. It’s cathartic. But I’m nothing compared to my sister, Dympna. When we were moving house in 1999, she devised several intelligent and, sometimes, devious, methods of “shagging things out,” as she called it. My favourite was the six-month rule. “Have we used this in the last six months?” she’d ask, holding up some long-forgotten object. If the answer was no, do not despair, there was a follow-up question: “Will you use this in the next six

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months?” If the answer was no to both questions (meaning that, say, Christmas lights usually passed this test), then the odds were pretty good that the object was going to be tossed in the trash or donated to the Salvation Army. On the devious side, she would pull something out of a plastic bag, behold it, and shudder, with a, “Whydo-we-still-have-this!?” look on her face. She’d look around, to make sure our mother was not nearby, and ask my brother or I: “Did you see this?” The proper answer was: “See what?” “Exactly,” she’d say, stuffing it deep into the wastebasket. (Printed material would suffer a worse fate. “Whoops!” she’d exclaim, after a quick glance to make sure she was not destroying a truly precious document. “Ripping accident!” she’d say, tearing the paper to shreds.) Whenever one of us boys would protest that Dympna was taking it

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in 1981), I can’t tell you how many objects – which you can’t take with you – I would give to have another pint with my mentor and friend Eamonn O’Loghlin, or another cup of tea by the fire with my mother. Before her casket was closed in November of 2014, we placed some items in my mother’s casket. A few prayer books, a rosary, and other things, were all that she took with her. No blue bins full of clothes. No books. No sentimental odds-and-ends. But her childhood teddy bear went with her to the great beyond, in her casket. It was the one thing that made everyone in the family cry when it was mentioned at the funeral home. It was the bear that had comforted her all those lonely years, in the orphanage, or at her home, living with her abusive adopted mother. Those are beyond sentimental

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half your stuff, which you don’t need!” At this my wife usually tells me to calm down and sit down. Now, I’m not without sentimentality. My late grandfather’s watch, for example, and his old Irish Transport and General Workers Union safety pin, from his days as a bus driver in Dublin, will forever be in any house I live in. Ditto the old milk bottle celebrating Ireland’s Cinderella-like fourth-place run at the 1990 World Cup. And a few things have been thrown out on me – ironically, by my mother – that have really ticked me off (posters mostly, of a Swedish medical comedy and an art house film in particular.) But a lot of my life has been a constant battle with stuff. You don’t need stuff to be happy. You need experiences. You need people. While I will never give up my Cougie (a little stuffed coyote I got for Christmas

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too far, she would turn to us, her green eyes flashing, with a quick, “OK, is it going into your room then?” This was usually followed by a “Well, no, I wouldn’t go that far…” She was remarkably unsentimental, but it was necessary. My mother was not a hoarder, but there was a lot of baggage, literal and figurative, at the old house on West Street in Brampton. Imagine a house where next to nothing (clothing, books, toys), save for obvious garbage, had been thrown out in 23 years. In 1998, we began to clean out the attic, throwing a big pile of garbage bags full of clothes, some of them from the 1970s, onto the back lawn. (Yes, we found bell bottom trousers.) We were sorting through it, and began asking where the donation pile was. There was a silence from our mother and we got that horrible sinking feeling – we were expected to bring this stuff with us to the new place. After my mother’s stroke in 2005, we were in the process of moving her into a condo. We tried to explain to her that, no, the contents of a house would not fit into a condo. Both because of her pre-stroke stubbornness, and her post-stroke befuddlement, she didn’t get that if there was only room for, say, five T-shirts at her new condo, and she had 20 T-shirts, simple arithme-

tic would tell her that she would have to get rid of 15 T-shirts. She would get rid of two – and then would come the stories. “I bought this T-shirt with you kids, when yous were small, down in Florida. It was January of 1991, and there was a sale at the Montgomery Ward in Clearwater,” she’d begin, holding one up with her ‘good’ hand. Then, “this was from a blue light special when they were opening up that new K-Mart at Trinity Commons in Brampton, before ‘twas shut down.” And on, and on. My wife has surmised that my mother held on to so much stuff because she’d been torn up from her roots in Ireland, and moved to Britain, then British Columbia, back to Ireland, then Ontario, in a few short years. She had also spent too much time in an Irish orphanage, thereby underscoring her rootlessness, and the desire to fill some of the gaps with stuff. OK, more than a few of the gaps. (Stacey herself is loath to pick up knick-knacks when we are on vacation. “Just one more thing to dust,” she’ll say. And with those words, I grow to love her that little bit more.) So I get upset when my wife is watching a show on HGTV and one of the featured couples will say, “Yeah, we need more storage space.” I will usually reply, that, “No! You need to get rid of

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Ready for New Year’s Polar Plunge Don’t forget to support the 2016 Perth Polar Bear Plunge, which will be the 23rd edition of an event which features usually sane people jumping into the frigid Tay waters. This is Legion sponsored, and founder Dave Lavery will be returning to Perth from Kabul, Afghanistan to take part. Saturday, Jan. 9, is the next Saturday Jamboree date, featuring an open mic session with Harry Adrain from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. On Thursday, Dec. 31, a New Year’s Eve party takes place with Harry Adrain, Eddie Ashton and Mark Hannah playing between 8 p.m. and 1 a.m. in the Members’ Lounge. A light lunch will be served at that event, and tickets are $10 per person at the bar. The New Year’s Levee will feature Tom Valliquette and Terry Bennett from 2 to 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to these events. Days of Yore … From The Perth Courier dated April 20, 1950: “Members of Sir Archibald MacDonnell, Branch No. 9, Kingston, were hosts at the District “G” Ontario Command, Canadian Legion, B.E.S.L., District Meeting, held on Sunday at the Odeon Theatre, in Kingston. Highlights of the day were the placing of two wreaths in the memorial Hall by Col. G. G. Fitzgerald, Ontario Provincial President, and Henry J. Harvey, District Commander, the parade through mid-town Kingston and the salute taken

by Brig. D.G. Cunningham, CBE, DSO, ED. Guest speakers of the day were Lt.-Col. Douglas MacBeth, Major C.A. Curtis, Dr. H.A. Stewart, MLA, W.J. Henderson, M.P., Lt. Col. T.A. Kidd and Col. Fitzgerald. Mr. Bert Ferrier of this town, and present at the reunion was presented with a past district and zone commander medal.”

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Did you know? Aubrey Cosens of Latchford, Ontario served in the Queen’s Own Rifles during World War II. While in Mooshof, Germany on February 25 and 26, 1945, Cosens seized an enemy stronghold by himself. After his platoon came under heavy counterattack during an attempt to seize three farmhouses held by the Germans, Cosens took command. He charged from cover, under heavy fire, to direct the last remaining Allied tank to fire on one the farmhouses. After ordering the vehicle to ram one of the buildings, Cosens went in alone, killing several occupants and taking the rest prisoner. He then cleared the second and third buildings, securing the enemy strong point. After he had captured the farmhouses in a blaze of glory, he was fatally shot in the head by an enemy sniper. Don’t forget our websites: www.rcl244. com and www.hallofremembrance.ca. Facebook: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 244.

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If advertisements and retail decorations are any indication, the Western world entered into the “holiday season” the day after Hallowe’en. A lot of this helps the economy by creating the best and longest retail shopping time of the year. The hospitality and other service industries also get a boost over these last two months. So that’s good for many and it probably helps our country as a whole. It is also understandable that if many call Christmas the “most wonderful time of the year”, like children we still struggle a bit with waiting for such a good thing. We want good things to come sooner rather than later and it’s hard to wait. Folks in my household, who struggle with waiting, want the enhanced joy of Christmas when it comes, and always need time to prepare. We have been blessed while we waited by the beautiful downtown lights and store decorations and special events leading up to this wonderfilled time. However, even though we are now in midst of the 12 days of Christmas (or may not yet have reached the Christmas feast –

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if we are belong to an Eastern Christian Church), it’s possible that we may feel that the party is already over. Somehow not waiting has left us with Christmas blahs rather than wonder and joy. The thing is, if we look at many things of great value, waiting is often worth the extra effort. Some would say it even enhances our joy when the moment we have waited for finally arrives. Waiting also gives us time to prepare. I think first of the birth of a child. There is a great deal to be done to prepare for a new baby. This is near and dear to my family as we wait for the news of our first grandchild’s birth. Other things require some waiting and are well worth it – a concert or play that people have rehearsed for a long while before we enjoy it. And let’s not forget … waiting for fresh baked goods! All of this is to say that it’s

possible that some of us may have learned a little more about revisiting our habits of not delaying gratification as we sit down to make new year’s resolutions. There are great ways to build in little joys and much needed breaks into healthful times of waiting. I am sure that many Perth and District Churches can offer helpful ideas about doing this in 2016. But today, now that Christmas has actually arrived it doesn’t have to be anti-climactic. I’ve still got favourite movies to watch (and there is that baby we’re looking forward to!) and more besides. The truth is that God is gracious to us every day – looking for ways to give us new joys and fresh starts. So, no matter how you have approached the 12 days of Christmas I hope that even now you may find reasons to celebrate God’s love for you and know grace in reconnections with family and friends. Christmas is not over and there is still so much more to celebrate. Joy came down at the first Christmas and good things began anew for all of us. That’s a joy ready to be celebrated whenever we claim it. And we are still doing learning about the joys of waiting, because the best is yet to come.

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A hockey revamp, volleyball titles, and a new clubhouse for junior golfers “These Grade 11 girls have not lost a game in three years,” said a proud PDCI coach Leanne Watt. “Extremely proud of them…. And Paul Kelly (assistant coach) has helped me along the way.” The senior girls have played well over 90 games this season, including in tournaments around eastern Ontario.

McLean back behind the bench Michael McLean will be back behind the bench next season. Feb 5 The owner of the Perth Jr. B Blue Wings is anxious to get back in the game as he let his former coach and general manager, Mat Milberry go last week. “It happened at the end of our last game,” McLean told the Perth Courier. “I should never have stepped aside – but it was a family decision.” McLean added that Milberry did a good job and worked hard, and letting him go was not about his performance. “It had nothing to do with Mat’s coaching abilities, I want to get back Perth Legion leading fundraising cam- behind the bench,” McLean said. paign for Sultana Frizell “This is about my desire to return to It is no coincidence that Perth Le- the bench and coach. We have a lot of gion is now leading a fund raising work to do over the next five months.” campaign called “Perth for Sultana” to assist Sultana Frizell in her quest April 2 for the podium at the 2016 Olympics PDCI hoops team wins Upper Canada in Rio. She is quick to point out that Cup the hammer throw event would never The PDCI boys basketball team have been available to her, if not for earned the Upper Canada Cup title the Royal Canadian Legion National last week in Smiths Falls. Pictured Track & Field Program. from the Grade 7/8 team are (back, left to right): Jacob Richmond, Kyle Feb 26 Atchinson, Ethan Frazer, Jack Shannon, Darcy Bingley, Koby Belleperche, Tom Henderson (coach); front: Sam Machan, Harrison Machan, Will Bellamy, Joey Marr and Campbell Strachan. Perth boys earn UCC for basketball The Perth and District Collegiate Institute (PDCI) Blue Devils have won the 2015 Upper Canada Cup Intermediate Boys Basketball Championship Three-peat for senior volleyball team in Smiths Falls on Friday, March 27. The PDCI senior girls earned the The Blue Devils defeated the GlenLanark County volleyball title on garry District High School (GDHS) Feb. 18 after a three-game sweep of Gaels 24-20, in one of the most comNotre Dame. See the sports section petitive Upper Canada Cups ever for the story. Notre Dame Catholic played. High School gave the Perth and District Collegiate Institute a run for their money in the senior girls Lanark County volleyball finals on Feb. 18 at PDCI. The Blue Devils (shown here) won the championship in three straight sets. PDCI assaulted their opponents Feb. 18 on the volleyball court as they hosted the Notre Dame Catholic High School Warriors of Carleton Place in the Lanark County Interschool Ath- Carleton Place Canadians repeat as letic Association (LCIAA) finals. Bogart Cup champs in front of home In three straight sets, the Blue Dev- town crowd ils repeated as the county champs for Carleton Place Canadians celebrate the third year in a row: 25-13, 25-20 winning the Bogart Cup after Sunand 25-23. day’s 8-3 route of the Pembroke Lum-

ber Kings at home. To the right, Devin Campbell hoists the cup. The playbook couldn’t have written a better outcome Sunday as the Carleton Place Jr. A Canadians captured the Central Canada Junior Hockey League’s (CCHL) Bogart Cup at home in front of a boisterous and appreciative full house. It was their second cup in as many years as the Canadians rolled over the visiting Pembroke Lumber Kings in Game 5 of the best-of-seven series, 8-3. Coach Jason Clarke was all smiles during the on-ice celebrations and when asked how this year’s championship feels compared to last, he said, “It feels the same… winning is winning. But the best part about this is how we were disrespected by Pembroke in our home opener, and you know what? The hockey gods were shining on us, that’s for sure… there’s no doubt about that. That is what I am really proud about.” June 11 CCHL2 showcase to be held in Perth Michael McLean is bursting at the seams. The head coach and owner of the Perth Blue Wings nailed a huge coup Wednesday, June 3. “We’ve got the CCHL2 showcase for Sept. 11,” he said on Thursday morning. “This is great news for us.” The former Eastern Ontario Jr. Hockey League has been replaced by the new Central Canada Hockey League 2 (CCHL2) and along with these changes, six teams had to leave the 22-team fold.

“Almonte’s gone, but we picked up their head coach Bill White and he’s going to be my assistant coach and GM,” McLean said. “I’ve also acquired the rights (by way of a player development fee) to seven of their players, so they’ll be joining us for camp.”

Canadian Tire announces new junikor clubhouse at the Perth Golf Course Pierre and Robyn Hofstatter, owners of Canadian Tire in Perth, have provided the Perth Golf Course with a new clubhouse – for junior golfers. The facility officially opened on Saturday, May 30. The Perth Golf Course, located at 141 Peter St., is celebrating 125 years in 2015. In its continuing commitment to involve kids in sports, Pierre Hofstatter, owner of the Canadian Tire in Perth, has provided a new clubhouse to the junior golfers at Perth Golf Course. The official opening of the new clubhouse was Saturday, May 30th. In 2014, Hofstatter approached the four owners of the Perth course to put lockers in place for the junior members, so they would have a place to safely store their clubs. This initiative was extremely well received and

has since evolved. Given Canadian Tire’s commitment to youth sports through its Jumpstart program, the new clubhouse was a perfect fit for the community. June 18 Swimmers do well at regionals The Perth Stingrays show off their medals and ribbons from a recent swim meet in Ottawa. At the end of the month, a few of the top swimmers will compete in the Ontario Summer Festival in London, then it’s off to the provincials in Nepean for Bailey Andison, Olivia Ellard, Lauren Miller and Courtney Wren. From June 5 to 7 the Perth Stingrays had 17 of their swimmers participate in the Eastern Ontario Long Course (50 metre pool) Regional Championships at the Nepean Sportsplex in Ottawa. Only swimmers that have met specific time standards are allowed to enter this meet. For the youngest qualifiers, 10-year-olds Makenna Warwick and Ben Perkins, it was an exciting weekend, as it was their first time swimming at a regional championship. Top Stingray was Megan Wheeler, 11, Perth. Megan won gold medals in 200m and 400m individual medley, 50m, 100m and 200m breaststroke and 400m freestyle. She also placed second in 100m butterfly. Wheeler won the High Point Award for 11-year-old girls and she qualified for the 2015 Ontario Summer Festival with each of her swims and will travel to London, Ont., for the June 27 to 28 competition.

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Little angels The students at St. John Catholic High School in Perth purchased gifts for teens in the region, supported by Family and Children’s Services. This is an annual angel tree event the school has been involved with for about 10 years. Hundreds of teenagers have been helped out through this endeavour, as students purchase gifts for teens to help make their holiday season a little brighter. The Justice Action Committee students Sabrina O’Neil, Anneke DeBruin, Logan Peskett, and Sean Hollis are joined by Chaplin Pat Forbes, new principal John Healey and Steve Orr of FCS. Submitted photo

Blue Wings donate to Salvation Army The Perth Blue Wings hockey team gave a donation of $675 to the Perth’s Salvation Army Kettle Campaign on Tuesday, Dec. 23. Pictured are Frank McLean with his granddaughter Emery and Dianne Pinder-Moss on behalf of the Salvation Army. Submitted photo. Submitted photo

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Hampshire) Regiment. The group had its origins in a 1985 historical pageant staged at Fort William Historical Park (formerly Old Fort William) in Thunder Bay, Ontario, which re-enacted Lord Selkirk’s takeover of the fort in the summer of 1816 following his receipt of the news of the Seven Oaks Incident. A small number of participants in the pageant began re-enacting as De Meuron soldiers at War of 1812 events in southern Ontario, and the group began to grow from there. By 1990 we had added the last two regiments to the impressions being done and began to call ourselves ‘The Forces of Lord Selkirk’. We now have two dozen members spread from Montreal, QC in the east, to Dauphin, MB in the west, and as far south as Chicago, IL. We have participated in War of 1812 events in both Canada and the US, including a number of the bicentennial events (Queenston Heights, Battle of Fort George, Stoney Creek, Prairie du Chien, WI, Plattsburgh, NY, New Orleans, LA) and most recently the bicentennial of the Battle of Waterloo in Belgium. While we did a major upgrade of our uniforms in preparation for Waterloo 200, we will continue over the next six months to work on our manual of arms and platoon exercise to represent those Swiss, Germans, and Poles of De Meuron’s and De Watteville’s Regiments to the best of our abilities. Your humble and obedient servant, Frederick Carsted Captain De Meuron’s Swiss Regiment

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Kindergarten students at The Stewart School put on a Christmas concert for family and friends at lunchtime in the library on Thursday, Dec. 17. Above Callie Wheeler points to her Rudolph the RedNosed Reindeer painted nose during a song.

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