Vol. 10 No. 17
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This ‘hoppy couple’ were two of the many well-dressed participants in the 2014 edition of the Easter Bonnet Parade, which took over Queen St. in Port Perry on Sunday, April 20. The event, put-together by the Church Chicks, had another successful year with a large crowd turning out in decorated and colourful hats. Also on Sunday, was The Nutty Chocolatier’s annual Easter Egg Hunt. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
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UXBRIDGE: It was a busy week for candidates in the upcoming municipal election last week, as four additional candidates filed nomination papers with the township’s clerks department. Pam Beach and Sally Brady each filed papers seeking election in Ward 1, which has been represented by Bev Northeast since 1991. Councillor Northeast has yet to declare wether she will again seek re-election in the October 27 election. As well, Joy Whalen became the first candidate to register for the Ward 5 seat, which has been held by Gord Highet since 2006. Councillor Highet has yet to declare his intentions for the municipal election. Additionally, Kathy LeFort is seeking to retain her seat at the Durham Catholic District School Board as the trustee Scugog, Uxbridge and Brock. The office of Regional Councillor and Ward 4 Councillor remain the only positions on Uxbridge council without any candidates as of The Standard’s press time. Former Mayor Bob Shepherd was the first to announce his candidacy, and is seeking to return to council’s top job after being defeated by Gerri Lynn O’Connor in 2010. Ward 2 Councillor Pat Molloy is the lone incumbent councillor to formally declare his intentions to seek re-election. Nominations for all elected positions close on Friday, Sept. 12, at 2 p.m. A full list on candidates, as well as other information related to the 2014 municipal election can be found on the township’s web site at www.town. uxbridge.on.ca/2014_elections.
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the Healthy Lake Scugog Steering Committee, which aims to find solutions to Lake Scugog’s weed and health issues. “Site development will make our waterfront a tourist destination, but has to be completed with the public’s input and advice,� said Regional Councillor Drew. “It’s important to remember that tourist dollars are vital, but that when they go home, we still have to live here.� Regional Councillor Drew stated in a press release that she wishes to find ways to tighten the township’s belt, much in the way that Scugog’s residents have had to in the economic climate of today. “We have tried during the past time, and we will continue to try harder.�
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NORTH DURHAM PRINCE ALBERT by Pat Boyd On Friday, May 2, Irwin Smith will be in concert at Prince Albert United Church. Tickets are $15, sold in advance and are available from Panel members or by calling Doug at 905-985-3143. Tickets are also available at the church office, 905-985-2801. The congregation at Prince Albert are very fortunate to once again fundraise with Otter’s Greenhouse until Sunday, June 8. In fact, the folk of Prince Albert have a choice... they can support the church, Scugog Christian School or Prince Albert Public School when making their purchases at Otter’s Greenhouse. On Saturday, April 26, Scugog Christian School will have their Annual Indoor Yard Sale and Scrap
Metal Collection from 8 a.m. to noon. The school is located at 14480 Old Simcoe Rd., in Prince Albert. For more information, please contact the school at 905-985-3741 or e-mail scugogchristianschool@powergate.ca. Those wishing to explore the Spirituality of Music will meet on Sunday afternoon, April 27, at 2 p.m., in the Fellowship room at Prince Albert United Church. All are welcome. The euchre winners for the past two weeks are Georgina Stiner, Grace Pargeter, Jean VanCamp, Tom Sutherland, Owen Gray, Rick Fink, Edna Hodgson, Merle St. John, Doreen Bainbridge, James Brass, John Franssen, and Georgina Stiner.
GREENBANK by Mary Jean Till What a beautiful sunny Easter Sunday! The sunrise service at Bethel Cemetery led by Dianne Pelletier was celebrated by thirteen folk. On Good Friday evening, Rev. Wanda Stryde was assisted by her husband John and Julia Myers at a most meaningful service. Special music by the Sr. Choir, organist Stu Beaudoin, and flautists Nancy Nourse and Maya Higeli, was just lovely, along with trumpeter Tim Birch. Beautiful flowers in memory of loved ones adorned the sanctuary Sunday morning and Rodd and Marie Foster welcomed all. Happy birthday wishes were expended to Lauren Jones and Leah Marshall. Ted Smith announced the sad news that Harry Nixon passed away on Friday, April 18. A celebration in his memory will be at a later date. Harry will certainly be missed by many in the Pinedale, Greenbank and Sunderland areas. Sincere sympathy to his wife Susan and family. Music abounded at service on Sunday with the Sunday School children’s Bell choir, guest trumpeter Mel Care, and Tim Birch, the Senior choir and organist Stu Beaudoin. Thanks to guest speaker Pastor Karen Croxall, who along with here puppet “Alice”, wore their Easter bonnets at children’s story time. Next week, Darlene Hallet will return to the pulpit. Continued better health is wished to
those who are ill, to Lillian Reesor who is recuperating at home after two weeks in hospital, and Len Somerville following his surgery. Fire destroyed the barn of Earl Phoenix early Thursday morning (April 17) on Cragg Rd., east of the school. What has caused this loss of Greenbank’s second Century old building, is unknown, and our thought are with the Phoenix family. Remember to order your lawn/garden fertilizer and Maple Syrup from the Lions Club at 905-985-3723. The Hall Board fundraiser is with Otter Greenhouses, Medd Rd., Epsom and a percentage of your purchase will go toward this when you let Otters know as you get your plants. Friday, April 25 is movie night at Greenbank Public School – featuring “The Nut Job”; the cost is $5 in advance, or at the door – Treat and drink included. Doors open at 6 p.m., Movie starts at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome. This weekend (April 26-27) there will be a yard sale at Spenser’s Mill. Saturday runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday runs from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Basketball season has ended with both the girls’ and boys’ team having had a good year. Congratulations to all team members! Last week’s Sunshine Winners were Morgan W., KerriAnn B., Caiden, and Alyssa.
BLACKSTOCK by Joyce Kelly Most families enjoyed family gatherings over the Easter weekend with piles of delicious food to be enjoyed. The Easter Bunny visited many homes and made everyone happy.
Both churches held special services with special music, reading and messages to fit the occasion. Even the weather co-operated, with great spring-like weather. This will be the last notice regarding the United Church Talent Auction, which will be held on this Friday evening at 7:30 p.m., at the church. Viewing will be held before 7:30 p.m. As usual there is a great variety of items and talents to be auctioned with lots of fun to be enjoyed. Don’t miss this delightful evening. The public is invited to attend. On Thursday evening, the annual Spring Workshop for District 4 of the Ontario Association of Agricultural
Societies will be held in Uxbridge. Call either Dale VanCamp, President or Secretary Janice Beechey to arrange carpooling from Blackstock. There will be a judging school held a Port Perry United Church on Saturday, May 3, beginning with registration at 8:30 a.m. If you are interested call Marion Bradburn at 905-985-0288 for more information. Thoughts go to Dora Martyn and Dolly Lee who are both patients in Port Perry Hospital.
The winners at the Tuesday evening card party were Gerry McArthur, Wilma VanCamp, Alvin Foster, Lorna Edgerton, Muriel Tenant and Heidi Krieg. Gerry McArthur had the prize for the most lone hands. The specials were won by Roxanne Haskett, Norm Lackner, Al Bowness and Jackie Atfield.
Wenesday, April 23 Regional Hospital Auxiliary conference at Wyndance Golf Club hosted by the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Auxiliary at 10 a.m., featuring guest speaker Dr. Jennifer Wilson. * Port Perry Fiddle Club hosts its monthly dance at the Scugog Community Centre, located at 1655 Reach Rd. Doors open at 6 p.m., admission $5. The Fiddle Club is looking for fiddlers and singers to play on stage, for more information, call Barry at 905-985-7557. * Cartwright Union Cemetary Board Annual Meeting in the Blue Room at the Blackstock United Church at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24 & Friday, April 25 Spring Rummage sale at Port Perry United Church, located at 294 Queen St. From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, and 10 p.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, shoppers can explore children and adult clothing and accessories, footwear, linens, books, games, CDs and DVDs, kitchen and home decor items, and many more treasures waiting to be discovered. Friday, April 25 Annual talent Auction, hosted by Blackstock United Church begins at 7:30 p.m. The auction may include handmade quilts, local honey, maple syrup, beef, baking and other interesting items and social events. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. For more information, please call Heather at 905-985-6021 or Kelly at 905-986-4917. Saturday, April 26 Taoist Tai Chi Open House at the Uxbridge Seniors Centre on Marietta St from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tai Chi demonstration and a short video, followed by refreshments. For more information, please call Bob at 905-852-2587. * Huck Finn Fishing Day on Elgin Pond in Uxbridge, starts with the parade from Elgin Park at 9:30 a.m. Ontario’s largest family fishing event. Rods and bait provided by Pickering Rod & Gun Club. *Bake and Craft Sale at the Scugog island Community Hall, sponsored by the UCW from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Come and enjoy a lunch of soup and scones. * Scrap Metal fundraiser for
the 1st Port Perry Scouts at the Scout Hall, located at 15585 Simcoe St., from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Sunday, April 27 One Voice Singers present ‘Spring Serenade’ at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Uxbridge, featuring special guests Bella Nove at 3 p.m.. Advance tickets are $18 and are available through choir members or at Presents, Presents, Presents. Limited number of tickets at the door for $20, no charge for children under 10. Monday, April 28 No charge Dress Rehearsal for Pineridge Chorus Sweet Adelines, 8 p.m., at the Uxbridge Music Hall. Come and cheer on the singers as they prepare for the Regional Competition in May. Monday, April 28 Monday Morning Singers present ‘Shakespeare Life and Love’ at St. Paul’s Anglican Chuch, 59 Toronto St. South in Uxbridge featuring special guests Kenneth Welsh and violinist Diane Tait. Show starts at 7:30 p.m., tickets are $15 (no charge for children under 12) at the door, and are available in advance at Presents, Presents, Presents. For more information, visit www. MMSingers.org. Saturday, May 3 & Sunday, May 4 15th annual Lake Scugog Spring Studio Tour, featuring an exciting selection of more than 30 local artists ready to share the best of their talents in a variety of disciplines. The self-guided tour runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. For more information visit www. scugogstudiotour.ca. Saturday, May 3 Port Perry Baptist Church is hosting a Family Games Night. Bring your favourite family board game, your own soft drinks & a snack to share with others. 7pm to 9pm. * Annual Old Time baked ham and scalloped potato supper at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 59 Toronto St. South in Uxbridge. Also includes vegetables, delicious desserts and tea, coffee or juice. Continuos servings from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Lower Hall. Everyone is welcome, for more info, visit www. stpauls-uxbridge.ca or call
905-852-7016. Tuesday, May 6 Pine Ridge Garden Club Spring Flower Show, featuring guest speaker Gary Westlake on ‘Garden Art for Cheapskates’. All are welcome to attend at 7:30 p.m., at the Nestleton Hall. For more information, contact Shirley Love at 905-986-5330 or shirlove100@gmail.com. Wednesday, May 7 The Uxbridge Historical Centre is holding its Annual General Meeting at 7 p.m., at the Museum schoolhouse, located at 7239 Conc. 6. Allan McGillvary will be speaking on Ward War 1 from a local perspective. All are welcome to attend, and refreshments will be served. Friday, May 9 The Cannington Playgroup invites parents/caregivers of children up to six-years-old to join them for a free Ready Set Grow Information Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cannington Arena. Come for a cofee and learn about the child and family programs available in Brock Township with lots of free giveaways. For more information, please call Durham Farm and Family Resources at 905-862-3131 or visit www.durhamfamilyresources.org. Saturday, May 10 Adventure Car Rally Fundraiser for the Uxbridge Historical Centre. Take part in a fun driving adventure through Uxbridge Township visiting numerous attractions to answer questions and win prizes. This is a Family/Team event, and promises to be exciting for all ages! Register by April 22 to be eligible for the Early Bird draw. For more information, and to download entry forms, visit www.uxbridgehistoricalcentre.com/CarRally or contact the Centre at 905-852-5854 or e-mail museum@town.uxbridge.on.ca. Every Wednesday * #41 Port Perry Army Cadets training night, 6:30 - 9 p.m., Port Perry High School, info: www.41portperryrcacc.com * Handicapable Ministry’, Trinity United Church, 20 First Ave., Uxbridge 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. All special needs women and men are welcome, info 905-852-6213.
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ZEPHYR & SANDFORD by Pat Asling
SEAGRAVE by Robin Drew & Jean Short On this beautiful, sunny Easter weekend many families gathered to celebrate. Rita Prokopchuck had two granddaughters visiting with her. The Heustis’ and Real’s had their children and grandsons visiting. Karen and Bill have returned home after wintering in Florida. Anyone who is interested in a Spelling Bee, Howard Payne’s daughter is involved with the Grate Groan Up Spelling Bee, which takes place on May 1, at 6:30 p.m. The evening includes dinner, silent auction, door prizes, and lots of fun. The cost is $35, per person, in support of Georgina Township Libraries. If you are interested, call Howard for tickets at 905-9856934, and we will meet at Church and carpool. Kim McCann announced that the sale of tickets to Ripley’s Acquarium was a huge success and the final total raised was $1,300. Also, Barb Martyn and Rick McAskil have returned from visiting with their son and daughter-in-law in sunny Panama. Well, the Port Perry Chicks have nothing on the Ladies of Seagrave who turned out with a beautiful array of Easter Bonnets! It was great to see Bev Madill, Len Somerville and Rosalind Stephens out to the Easter Service. These people have had serious health issues. Happy Birthday was sung to Marg Real and Eleanor Sturman. Our thanks to flutist, Margot Louise, Music Lesson Centre Co-ordinater for Long and McQuade who accompanied Joan Lee and the
choir this morning. And a big thank you to our Guest Speaker, Pastor Karen Croxall and her “helper” Alice. Avery and Mya Puckrin recited the Jelly Bean Poem and also passed Easter Eggs out to all in the congregation. Coming Events: Thursday, April 24, at 7 p.m. Opening the Doors to Spirituality Bible Study at the church. All are welcome. Sunday, April 27, at 9:15 a.m. guest speaker will be Darlene Hallet. Tuesday, April 29, from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Computers for Seniors at 2175 Concession Rd. 2, Sunderland. Tuesday, May 6, at 6 p.m. Pot Luck Dinner at Seagrave Church. Who are you bringing to dinner? A social time will be had from 6 until 6:30, dinner at 6:30 and dessert, tea and coffee to follow with small table discussions. We need your advice so that we can make decisions that better the needs of the community. E-mail us at seagrave.church01@gmail.com. Check out our web site at http://seagrave-church.com/ CommuniyEvents.html. Once again Seagrave Church is fundraising with Otter Greenhouses, from April 12 to June 8. When you purchase your spring and summer flowers at Otter’s, mention that you wish to have your purchase go towards the Seagrave Church Fundraiser. If you have an item for this column, please contact mrsdruske@hotmail.com or grammiejean2010@ hotmail.com or call 985-9921.
SCUGOG ISLAND by Jeanne C Le Saux-Ball We have some Birthday Wishes some belated and some upcoming: Brandon Needham 13, Steve Whan 15, Joseph Kozlinsky 17, Chris Johnson 18, Alice Edgar for the belated Birthday wishes. Birthday wishes for this week goes out to... Christena Edgar, Cory Marsden 21, Mikael Derouin-Gonzalez, Andy Powless 24, Greg Marsden 25 and Charlie Le Saux 26 and a happy Birthday to anyone who may have been missed! Call to worship this Easter Sunday was called by Rev. Michelle Hofman, a warm friendly welcome went out to all who attended the service the message this week was “The Sounds of Easter.” Rev. Hofman will be absent from the pulpit on April 27, in her absence we welcome Guest Minister Catharina Bowers. Bake and Craft Sale this Saturday April 26, starting at 10 a.m., and running until 2 p.m. at the Scugog Island Community Hall (located at
Demara and Island Rd.). Enjoy a lunch of soup and scones for $6. Please drop off your donations of baked goods and items for sale (costume jewelry etc.) between 9 and 10 a.m. The Island Roast Beef Dinner will be held on May 23, keep a eye out for those tickets. The Annual Arts and Crafts Show and Sale takes place this Saturday as well, hosted by Mississaugas of Scugog Island First nation. The sale is located at 22600 Island Rd., 1 km north of the Casino on the left entrance is at the rear of the building admission is free with a free door prize ticket included, raffle tickets available for purchase, as well as 50/50 tickets for purchase. Everyone is welcome to come out see you there! I can be reached at jc.lesaux@me.com by e-mail or 905-985-7662 by phone.
What a lovely Easter weekend! I hope you were able to enjoy it to the fullest. Spring is finally here and although Old Man Winter may blow by once or twice more I think he is beaten for this year. The flowers continued to grow and flourish under the latest snow fall, the ice is gone from my pond, ducks and geese have found it and the goldfish are rising to sun themselves. Fox sparrows, tree sparrows and white crowned sparrows will soon head north; tree swallows, blue birds and chipping sparrows have taken their place, Sorry to hear that Grant Hill has had a heart attack and underwent by-pass surgery. We wish him a full recovery. Dennis, Jean and Christine Trowse visited with Margaret Hackner recently. It seems our prayer list gets longer each week as more people fall ill. Hopefully, the sun and fresh air will help to bring healing, or at least hope. There was a good crowd at the Uxbridge Genealogy Group as they met to hear Ruth Burkholder, of Stouffville tell how one can find living relatives from existing records available. For the next two months the group will meet at the Museum as the Library should be under renovation. North Durham Nature took part in the BIA Green Earth Day celebrations in town Saturday with a display along Brock St. The street was quite colourful. Thursday evening there will be a lecture at Port Perry Library on amphibians at 7 p.m. All are welcome. A nature walk to hear the frog chorus will follow. The Cox-Meek family hosted several gatherings over Easter, as well as celebrating a special birthday for daughter Janet. Barb and Bruce Harwood enjoyed and Easter meal with Karen and Jerry Popadenic and family. Earle and Heidi Lockerby entertained their family for the day. Doreen VanVught and Ron Collins recently enjoyed a Caribbean cruise. Good Friday service was well attended and quite significant. The choir sang three numbers; scripture and the placing of symbols added meaning to the programme. Easter Sunday the church was decorated with many flowers. Rev. Diane brought her friend Hannah who said her favourite symbol was a stone, because it signified the stone that was rolled from the door of the tomb. Join the ladies on Thursday for UCW when two people will talk about their experiences in war-time Britain. Rev. Thom Davies is the special speaker this Sunday, a joint service at Sandford, starting at 9:30 a.m.
EPSOM & UTICA by Shari Kelly This Saturday, April 26 is the Epsom/Utica Beef supper at Utica Hall from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Donations of desserts would be gladly accepted all day on Saturday. Mary would appreciate help to set up at noon. Happy Birthday Wishes go out to Elva Kerry, who celebrated a special birthday with family this past Monday at her son’s Mark and Karen from Cambridge. The food grains bank had a successful breakfast and would like to thank everyone who donated and helped with the breakfast. There is a prayer breakfast on Wednesday, May 16 at Mill Run Golf Course. Calling all past and present Junior Farmers to join in the celebration of Junior Farmers 100th anniversary please call Kate Johnson 905-985-1672, Sylvia Megens 647-444-3812, or Sara Jibb 705-357-3718 for more information. We are looking for JF pictures, memorabilia and a wedding picture (if you and your spouse met through JF). It would be greatly appreciated.
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Garden Club talks art May 6 There was a large turnout at the meeting on April 1 to hear Jon Todd’s most interesting and very informative talk on honey bees. Our next meeting on May 6th is our Spring Flower Show with Speaker Gary Westlake speaking on “Garden Art for Cheapskates.” If you are entering in the show please have your entries labeled and placed between 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. at the latest. May 17th is the Club’s annual plant, bake and yard sale. Donation of plants, etc. would be greatly appreciated. Proceeds from this sale are
used towards plantings around the area. A large project the Club is currently undertaking is the Museum gardens. A bus trip is being planned on July 10, to the Prince Edward County area where we will visit gardens, tour the quaint
town of Bloomfield and a visit to The Lavender Fields in Hillier. We had twenty-five people sign up for this trip at the April meeting, so from all accords this trip will fill up in no time. More information and cost will be announced at the May meeting, or you can call Shirley to book your seat for the trip. Please join us at the Nestleton Hall on Tuesday, May 6, at 7:30 p.m., all will be most welcome. For more information on any of the above topics, please call Shirley at 905-986-5330 or e-mail shirlove100@gmail.com.
This Week in
History
20 years ago Officials at Community Memorial Hospital sealed a time capsule to be opened in 2044. 25 years ago Motion to stop U-turns at the corner of Water and Queen Streets was defeated by then-Mayor Howard Hall’s tie breaking vote. 26 years ago The Port Perry MoJacks defeat the Hanover Barons to advance to the provincial finals. 31 years ago School Board officials announce that use of the strap in classrooms in Durham Region will end in June 1984. 35 years ago Former Lake Scugog Lumber property purchased by Scugog Township for $155,000. 40 years ago Long distance charges are removed from phone calls between Port Perry and Uxbridge. 52 years ago More than 1,000 spectators cram into Uxbridge Arena to witness the Jr. D Uxbridge Chicks defeat the Hensal Combines by a score of 4-1 in Game 7 to win Uxbridge’s first - and to date, only - junior hockey provincial championship. 85 years ago Public Works Department at Ottawa approves appropriation of $15,000 for Port Perry waterfront improvements.
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SCUGOG ISLAND UNITED CHURCH 19100 Island Road, Port Perry A warm welcome to all 905-985-4094 SUNDAY, April 27 10 a.m. Morning Service Rev. Michelle Hofman
ST. JOHN’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 319 Queen Street, Port Perry Pastor Robert Kennedy 905-985-3881 www.stjohnsportperry.com SUNDAY, April 27 Service at 10 a.m. Sunday School and Nursery Care Available All are warmly welcome
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1710 Scugog Street, Port Perry Father Peter Lackmanec MASS SATURDAY - 5 p.m. SUNDAY - 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. For Mass through the week call the Parish at 905-985-7071
14460 Simcoe St., Port Perry newsongportperry.ca Sunday April 27, 10 a.m. Nursery and Sunday School (Anglican Network in Canada) All are Welcome.
(905) 982-2064 or newsongadmin@powergate.ca
PORT PERRY BAPTIST CHURCH
2210 Hwy. 7A (at Island Rd.) 905-985-8681 www.portperrybaptist.ca Rev. Jim Clemens, Sr. Pastor Join us for worship this week: SUNDAY SERVICES 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:30 a.m. Worship 6:30 p.m. Worship Nursery Care and Jr. Church is available A warm welcome to all
HOPE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Hope Church
Pastor Bernhard VanderVlis SUNDAYS at 10 a.m. Mid-week programs for youth and adults! 14480 Old Simcoe Rd. (Between 7A and Prince Albert) 905-985-9307 hopechurch@powergate.ca www.hopeforportperry.ca
A PLACE OF HOPE!
Join us on Sunday morning at 10 a.m. A contemporary worship experience in a relaxed environment.
Staff: Dr. Fred Penney, Lead Pastor Brenna Cruickshank, Children’s Ministry Director 1680 Reach Street. - 905-985-4441 website: www.emmanuelcc.ca Emmanuel Community Church: ‘Reaching up to God; Reaching out to our Community,’
Ontario 905-985-1346 Rev John Benschop vccpp@powergate.ca www.victorychristiancentre.net Tuesday Youth Meeting and “HEARTBEAT” after school program Friday - 7:30 p.m. Prayer Revival Join us Sunday Mornings at 10 a.m. Prayer 10:30 a.m. Celebration Service SOMETHING FOR ALL AGES
UXBRIDGE TRINITY UNITED CHURCH
20 First Avenue Pastor Kirby Constable 905-852-6213 www.trinityuxbridge.com Sunday, April 27 SUNDAY WORSHIP AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 10 a.m. COME and BE ENGAGED by the GOOD NEWS
SACRED HEART ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
70 Toronto St. North Uxbridge Father John Duffy Mass Saturday 5 p.m. Sunday 9 and 11 a.m. Confessions Saturday 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. For Mass through the week call office 905-852-6944
ST. ANDREW’S - CHALMERS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 40B Toronto Street S., Uxbridge www.standrewschalmers.ca 905-852-6262 Sunday Service at 10:30 a.m. All are warmly welcome
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION
(Anglican Church of Canada)
Minister Rev. John Anderson
266 North St., Port Perry Phone: 905-985-7278 ascension@powergate.ca www.ascensionportperry.com Sunday, April 27
2nd Sunday of Easter 10:00 am Intergenerational Service Sunday School and Nursery available
PORT PERRY and PRINCE ALBERT UNITED CHURCHES
Rev. Elaine Hall - Rev. Don Willmer 905-985-2801 SUNDAY, April 27 Port Perry United Church 294 Queen St., Port Perry 9:50 a.m. Morning Worship Prince Albert United Church 23 Jeffrey St., Prince Albert 11:30 a.m. Morning Worship Nursery Care and Sunday School Available • www.portperryunited.com
Rev. Paul Moorhouse 905-985-7766
revpaul@andrewswireless.net www.greenbankchurch.com
SUNDAY, April 27 Greenbank (Hwy 12, minutes. N. of Pt. Perry) 11 a.m. Service
Seagrave (in the beautiful hamlet of Seagrave) 9:15 a.m. Service
New website: www.seagrave-church.com
Everyone is Welcome Children’s Time with Services
To list your church events contact Julie at 905-985-6985
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The Standard
EDITORIAL No sale It was deja vu all over again recently as Premier Kathleen Wynne announced that the provincial Liberals are working on appointing an expert panel which will consider the privatization or reduction of the government’s stake in a number of Crown assets, including the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO), Ontario Power Generation (OPG) and Hydro One. We’ve heard this before. In 2010, Dalton McGuinty proposed a similar plan that would see shares in the LCBO, Hydro One, OPG and the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) sold off. In the 1990s, Conservative premier Mike Harris promised to sell off the LCBO and TVO as well as introducing beer and wine sales to convenience stores, which also never saw the light of day. Beer and wine were supposed to be on the way for Ontario convenience stores in 1985 as part of the campaign platform of former Liberal premier David Peterson, before he took power and nothing ever came of the plan. Politicians are often derided for failing to come through with their campaign promises, but maybe in this instance it’s a good thing. Just look at the disaster that the Harris government’s sale of Ontario Hydro and the 407 have turned into. Or, the numerous deaths and hundreds of millions of dollars in wasted public funds when air ambulance services were turned over to Ornge by the McGuinty Liberals. While a one-time revenue boost may do some good, the track record of Ontario governments selling off assets proves that we will likely be paying for it for years to come.
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It was a Good Friday Rec plan questioned To the Editor,
To the Editor,
To the Editor,
I urge Scugog residents to read an article published on April 15 by Macleans magazine called “The $100,000 club” (http://www.macleans.ca/economy/ business/the-new-upper-class), wherein the outrageous contract imposed by arbitrators on the township with its firefighters is front and centre. Scugog Township is now one of the poster children for public sector pay run amok. The next time you hit a pothole on your road, think about that.
I was amazed and thrilled to see so very many people following The Cross during the annual Good Friday Walk again this year. It brought to life the real meaning of the Easter weekend. And, it made me glad to see that almost all Port Perry merchants acknowledged the importance of this Holy Day and of Easter Sunday itself by closing. It was a truly wonderful way to celebrate such an important time in the Christian life. Thank you, Port Perry.
Randy Keller Port Perry
G. Cameron Seagrave
On Page 14 of last week’s Standard, there was an article about Scugog councillors passing a recreation plan to “increase affordable recreation for families and residents of all ages in North Durham”. At the same time, council wants to eliminate unauthorized use of township baseball diamonds (as in, no permits have been purchased). Hello! Give your heads a shake here people. J. Jensen Port Perry
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Youths charged in break-ins UXBRIDGE: A pair of Uxbridge youths were arrested last week in connection with a series of vehicle break-ins. According to Durham Regional Police, at approximately 3:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 15, officers were called to the area of Oakside Dr. after concerned citizens saw two males entering parked cars. The adult suspect was arrested without incident as officers arrived and found him with various stolen items, along with a small quantity of drugs. The second suspect was arrested later in the day. Police added that, in addition to numerous vehicle break-ins, the two suspects had entered two garages using garage door openers from unlocked cars. Jordan Whitty, 18, of Galloway Cres. has been charged with: seven counts of Theft from Motor Vehicle Under $5,000; two counts of Break and Enter; seven counts of Possession of Stolen Property Under $5000; and Possession of a Controlled Substance. He was later released
on an Undertaking with conditions. A 15-year-old male youth from Uxbridge was also charged, and is facing seven counts of Theft from Motor Vehicle Under $5,000; two counts of Break and Enter; and seven counts of Possession of Stolen Property Under $5000. He was also released on an Undertaking with conditions, and cannot be identified under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Police would like to remind residents to always lock your vehicle doors and store valuables out of plain view. In the above incidents, the suspects were only entering vehicles with unlocked doors. Anyone with any new information regarding this investigation is asked to contact D/Cst. Ahee of North Division Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-888579-1520, ext. 2674. Anonymous tips can be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or on the web site at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters are eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
Driver charged after wild ride NORTH DURHAM: A 28-year-old Beaverton man is facing charges after he drove his vehicle on private property then almost hit two DRPS officers. According to Police, on Sunday, April 6, at approximately 10 p.m., police responded to a trespassing call from a property owner on Thorah Concession Rd. 4 in Brock Township. The complainant had witnessed a vehicle trespass on his property and subsequently get stuck in the mud. As officers walked towards the vehicle to investigate, the driver was able to drive out of the mud. He accelerated and attempted to leave the property, narrowly missing the officers who had to jump out of the path of the vehicle as it passed. The
property owner used a tractor to block the vehicle’s exit. Officers then arrested the driver and passenger at the scene. Shawn Prohney, age 28 of Mara Rd. in Beaverton, is charged with Dangerous Driving and Trespass to Property. Miranda Boles, age 27 of Blanchard Rd. in Kirkfield, has been charged with Trespass to Property. Anyone with any new information about this incident is asked to contact Cst. Kemp of North Division at 1-888579-1520, ext. 2250. Anonymous tips can be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
Staying in touch... JOHN O’TOOLE MPP
May 1 is Budget Day Ontario’s Minister of Finance said last week that the provincial government will bring down its 2014 budget May 1. With the Official Opposition’s revelations earlier in the month of plans by the government to gradually reveal their budget highlights in the weeks leading up to May 1, the Minister’s announcement was not a secret. The budget will apparently include $5.7 billion in new spending for items such as transit. There’s very little allocated for Durham. In addition, the budget has to be considered in the context of the $11 to $12 billion deficit from last year. Barring an immediate election call following the budget, I will host my usual MPP Post-Budget Forum on Friday, May 2. This will be an opportunity to hear commentary on the Ontario budget from independent experts and to invite feedback. The key question surrounding the McGuinty/ Wynne government is whether the Budget Day will lead to Election Day. Given the gas plant scandals and OPP investigations into the alleged erasing of computer records, Ontarians are wondering if this is a government that can be trusted. As matters currently stand, the budget outcome depends on whether Premier Wynne will once again receive support for her budget from the New Democrats. Farm Federation Focused on Food, Fibre and Jobs Representatives of Ontario’s farms
The ice is out, what now? During the winter in North Durham, the list of stuff to do on the weekends seems to grow dismally short - especially with a lengthy freeze like we have had this year. When the sky is grey and the ground is either wet, frozen, or some weird combination of both - it can be hard to get outdoors. I, for one, am excited that it’s almost May, because next comes June, and then July. I’m going to take this week to write about ways to drive-off the Seasonal Affective Disorder. Note: Do not walk around in crocs, that won’t help anyone. In my opinion, much of our recreation North of 7 involves a creek to fish in, ice to sled or skate on, or a body of water in some shape way or form. Maybe it’s all the weekends spent literally surrounded by water on Scugog Point, but Lake Scugog seems integral to the township’s tourism and fun. In the interim between an ice-laden Lake Scugog and water warm enough to venture into, we have to take our pruned or frostbitten feet out of the water and find something on the land to enjoy. Besides, you can only cross so much water on a sled before it
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goes under. My favourite activity this time of year seems to be sleep, yet many people end up bored or asking themselves what there is to do, besides the obvious sports and fair-season (unfortunately, no demo-derbies or whack-a-mole for a few months yet). While having a conversation on the weekend with Uxbridge-based artist Lisa Antilla on this very topic, she enlightened me to the fact that there is a whole world of entertainment and culture hidden in the nooks and crannies of the North Durham townships. If only one knows where to look. The fact is, nearly every weekend you have the chance catch an impressive performance, meet a local artist, or learn about the history of our area. Most of this can be discovered by visiting the web sites of our various performance venues, the Scugog Arts Council, and the Uxbridge Youth Centre. Protip: we list these links at TheStandardNewspaper.ca. What I’m getting at is, their must be something in the water, or maybe it’s all of the Zebra Mussels, because our small-town bands and theatre groups
and agri-businesses visited Queen’s Park earlier this month to discuss their concerns for rural Ontario. One of the key priorities from the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is improved access to natural gas services. This would enable farmers and rural businesses to pursue new economic opportunities for Ontario. Another concern on the agenda for Ontario farmers is fair property taxation. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture is emphasizing that municipal property taxes cover the cost of servicing properties and not direct services to people. The OFA also reminded MPPs that “food literacy” is important. Knowing where our food comes from will help Ontarians to better understand and appreciate the value of locally grown food. A fourth priority from the OFA is training and skills development for the next generation of farmers and skilled agriculture workers in Ontario. The OFA estimates that for every agri-food diploma graduate, two jobs are waiting. For every agri-food degree graduate, there are three potential jobs. This means Ontario’s farm community will benefit from greater support for education and training institutions. In view of the value of education in the agriculture sector, I am very surprised that this government had planned to close the Kemptville and Alfred agriculture colleges.
Up All Knight Shoot First, Ask Later DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard @darrylknight
give a show that’s anything but small. If large-attendance festivals aren’t your thing, most pubs will have a powerful show booked on weekends. The problem with getting bored seems to be that if you’re not in the loop, you never will be. Lovers of the arts, music patrons, and armchair theatre critics often share the upcoming shows by word of mouth, and only reach those they talk to on a regular basis. Chances are, if you don’t know who to ask, or don’t see it in The Standard, it may slip right under your nose. My challenge to you: Next time you can’t find something to do, go into the woods or onto the water, look up local art shows, or Google what geocaching is (I hear Uxbridge has quite the group, and all you need is a cellphone and some good boots). Since it’s unlikely you can play baseball anymore without buying a permit, make your own fun.
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The Standard
The secret to teaching man’s best friend BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
Mya, a black Labrador Retriever, sits perfectly still for several minutes, eyeing her quarry. Once a short command is whispered, she pounces on the duck with a ferocity built-in through generations of breeding. These hard-working, loyal, and all-together friendly hunting dogs look no different from the average family pet - but their training turns them into awe-inspiring hunting machines. Shawn Arney, Mya’s owner, is a life-long hunter who began by following in his father’s foot steps. Inspired by his early experiences with a well-trained retriever, he began Oak Ridge Retrievers almost 20 years ago, with his first pure breds, Alex and Sweet Pea. Between shifts of working as an on-the-move DRPS Officer stationed in Oshawa, Shawn now keeps a full regiment of over 12 dogs on his acre of property on Highway 7A at any one time, and specializes in trainings pups and helping hunters turnaround under performing pooches. “It all began when I was
fifteen and living on a farm in Caesarea. My brother and I would do chores for our dad - Instead of being paid in loonies, we would get a few rounds of .22 rifle ammo to go play with,” said Shawn. “The whole family was very tight growing up, and our dad taught us how to hunt ducks on Lake Scugog, near Seven Mile Island.” Shawn went to explain that some of his favourite memories are of the weekends spent on a tiny spit of land on Lake Scugog with his brother, camping, enjoying nature, and hunting. “There’s a lot of camaraderie involved, and despite what most people would think, us hunters respect nature more than most,” Shawn. “Yes, I do shoot animals, but only after spending hours hiking, waiting, and taking in the world around me. I’ve never felt at home indoors, I would live outside if I could!” Retrievers are important to hunters like Shawn because being a sportsman involves a great respect for the environment and the animals in it. “A proper sportsman with a properly trained dog will never leave a bird on the ground, the dog will seek out
Shawn lines up his sights, while his dog Mya eagerly awaits her chance to retrieve a downed duck. a kill 500 yards away, even in eight-foot high bulrushes – even if we shoot them, we take them home with us.” Since Shawn will tell you that the best tool a hunter has is a smart and obedient dog, he decided to try his hand at breeding and training man’s best friend himself. Today he boasts a record of eight Grand Hunting Retrievers (the
top prize in the sport), seventeen Hunting Retriever Champions, and a multitude of dogs who placed in other competitions or simply perform a necessary task for their owners. “I started with my first hunting dog, a chocolate lab named Alex, the first with his colouring to make Grand Hunter Retriever Champion in Canada,” said Shawn. “Most people only bother with dogs who come from a long line of champions and winners, chocolates are usually never even considered. Even though he didn’t have much in his blood, Alex was my dog and I saw potential - with a lot of hard work, he began my whole project.” Upon seeing the success of Alex, brought about by Shawn’s consistent and intensive training, many of Shawn’s hunting buddies began asking if he would train their dogs. Shawn explained that it all “just sort
of snowballed from there.” Once he acquired a black female lab named Sweet Pea, who came from a strong bloodline and still is the first-place producer of champion pups in the Hunting Retriever Club, his brand of canines continued to grow. “My secret has always been consistency and just being friendly to the dog,” said Shawn. “Even my sevenweek-old pups learn commands, because I let them know that I’m in charge, and they grow eager to please. I always make sure to use short and simple commands, dogs don’t speak English very well, but they’ll figure it out.” At one particular United Kennel Club competition, Shawn was prepped to show his dog’s skill. He marked his target and called the dogs name, but the familiar leap into action never came. “People started commenting that I must have
a bad dog or that maybe he was scared,” said Shawn. “Turns out, the he was a she! I called the wrong name and the dog, still in competition mode, didn’t even budge. That’s how you prove the discipline and training work.” Whether it’s a long hunting trip, or an average training day, Shawn likes to spend as much time with his family and his puppies as possible. He remarks that, at the core of being a dog trainer, one needs to simply love animals and respect nature. “Treat these animals right and they’ll take care of you too,” said Shawn, smiling. “I’ve never been in this business for the money, the dogs and I just click - they’re always excited when I put my camo on.” Shawn can be contacted at 905-449-9860, or oakridge_retrievers@hotmail.com.
Shawn and his daughter play with two of their newest puppies.
Prince Albert United Church Friday May 2, 2014
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MISSISSAUGAS of Scugog Island First Nation IS HOSTING OUR TENTH ANNUAL
NATIVE ARTS and CRAFTS SHOW and SALE Saturday, April 26th, 2014 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Refreshments, Free Door Prizes, 50/50 Draw, Raffles, Free Admission
Health and Resource Centre, 22600 Island Rd., Port Perry (just north of the Casino)
For more info call Anne 905.985.9107 or 905.985.1826
HAPPY 40th ANNIVERSARY Doug & Mary Ann Suppelsa April 27th, 1974 Love your Family & Friends
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Co-Housing team plans focus group for Scugog seniors BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
SCUGOG: The pioneers of co-householding in Scugog have led a long crusade in the name of affordable housing for seniors in North Durham. After numerous discussions with Township Council, Louise Bardswich and Martha Casson, along with their contemporaries in the Seniors Advisory Committee, and a local builder, are making moves toward
the finalization of their project at 315 Rosa St. The home in question will be co-owned and will accommodate a number of local residents, and is aimed towards senior citizens. This group of four to six will each have a bedroom, but will split the cost of bills, mortgage, food, and any services or healthcare required to keep them in their homes as long as possible. Martha and Louise hope to gather groups of twelve to fifteen local residents together on Tuesday, April 29, at 7 p.m., and Thursday, May 1, at 2 p.m., and lead a short presentation followed by a workshop where attendees will suggest and discuss topics for the future construction of a co-owned household project, currently being planned by Lucyk Renovations. “We hope to bring up important topics such as accessibility, whether the home looks more traditional or modern, and the size of common areas versus bedrooms,” said Louise, in a recent meeting with The Standard. “We also want to stress that this is not a sales meeting, but an effort to match affordability with the interests
of seniors who may see themselves in such a co-owned home in their future.” Since the sessions are limited, pre-registration is required, and can be done by e-mailing MarthaAndLouise@Gmail.com, or by phoning Martha at 905-2432912. Each session will be free to attend, and refreshments will be provided, so interested parties need only to bring their creativity and input. “We are not designing these spaces for the traditional nuclear family, as building designers have done for years. We need a modern design which meets the needs of the aging Baby Boomer population,” said Martha, explaining her drive to plan ahead for the steep curve which the aging population will soon effect on Canada. Martha, Louise, and their cohorts are a group of active seniors who say that the last thing they want is to be a burden to other people. They believe that perfecting the design of co-households now, can save many seniors, and those who will soon be seniors, grief in the future. Preliminary numbers drawn up by Louise show an average infla-
tion rate of three per-cent for Scugog-area retirement homes. “If a room in commercial retirement home costs $3,500 per month today, in 10 years it will cost $4,704, and in 20 it will be $6,321,” said Louise. Louise goes on to explain that seniors or soon-to-beseniors, who are on fixed incomes, may be able to afford the less-expensive rooms in the short-term - but that in 15 or 20 years, they will be unable to afford the annual costs. “For now, this is a pilot-project” said Martha. “In a couple of years, we would love to see this idea expand to accommodate more of North Durham’s population, and even be featured on the Scugog Homes Tour, to draw awareness that there are options.” Both Martha and Louise tell stories of seniors and their own parents who, after retiring from a career or moving into retirement facilities due to health problems, become lonely and enter a state of depression. Despite the best efforts of retirement homes, the atmosphere and lifestyle can take a toll on some residents. “They feel trapped between either a retirement home they
may not be able to afford, or living alone, which may become a safety issue,” said Martha. “We want to offer an alternative, which retains a senior’s dignity, let’s them retain control of their finances, and continue to live a social and active lifestyle with their friends.” CoHouseHolding.org says that these homes are co-owned by their residents, co-designed to meet the occupants’ needs, self-governed by those living in the space, and evolve to meet the needs of the residents as they age and grow. The beauty of such a project is that the owners’ personal resources are used but not “used up”. Costs may increase over time but those increases are shared. If a senior lives alone in a house they own then they bear the full cost of any increases. In the shared ownership model every member of the household will need to pitch-in and vote democratically. Please e-mail MarthaAndLouise@Gmail.com, or phone 905-243-2912, to register for the focus groups. Further information can be found at CoHouseHolding.org and at MarthaAndLouise.com.
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Rugby season kicks off in North Durham DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
A sure sign of spring will be on display this week when the 2014 high school rugby season kicks off in North Durham. The Uxbridge SS Tigers begin their march towards a sixth straight LOSSA Senior Boys Rugby championship when they open the season at home against the Pine Ridge (Pickering) Pumas at 3 p.m., on Wednesday, April 23, as part of a tripleheader. The Junior Tigers take to the pitch against Pine Ridge at 2 p.m., with the Midgets in a action at 4 p.m. The action continues next week, with the Uxbridge Boys hosting the Dunbarton (Pickering) Spartans for a tripleheader on Monday, April 28. The Midgets take to the field at 2 p.m., followed by the Junior at 3 p.m., and the Seniors rounding out the day at 4 p.m. The Senior Tigers have been the dominant team in Durham Region for more than a decade, winning LOSSA gold medals in nine of the past 11 years. The Port Perry HS Rebels boys sides will also start their season with a tripleheader on Wednesday, April 23, in Port Perry, as the Midget, Junior and Senior teams tangle with the Eastdale (Oshawa) Eagles. The Juniors are first up, taking the field at 2 p.m., followed by the Midgets at 3 p.m. and the Seniors at 4 p.m. The Rebels will be back in action at home on Tuesday, April 29, with the Juniors taking on the St. Stephen (Bowmanville) Royals at 3 p.m., with the Seniors in action against the Royals at 4 p.m. The Junior Rebels took home a LOSSA championship in 2013, defeating Uxbridge for the gold medal. As well, the Girls Rugby season also kicks off on Wednesday, April 23, with the Senior and Junior teams from Port Perry traveling to Bowmanville to square off against the Clarington Central SS Coyotes. The Senior Rebel Girls take to the pitch at 2 p.m., followed by the Junior Girls at 3 p.m. The Senior Rebel Girls open the home portion of their 2014 LOSSA schedule on Monday, April 28, when Eastdale visits the hilltop field for a 3 p.m. match-up. Meanwhile, the Uxbridge Tigers Girls Rugby teams will also be in action on Wednesday, April 23, as they hit the road for a match-up with the Ajax Rams. The Seniors hit the field at 3 p.m., with the Juniors in action at 4 p.m. On Monday, April 28, the Tiger Girls visit Pickering HS, before hosting St. Mary (Pickering) on Wednesday, April 30.
NOWHERE TO RUN: The Port Perry HS Rebels Junior Boys rugby team gangs up on an Ajax ballcarrier during a LOSSA exhibition match-up last week in Port Perry. The 2014 LOSSA rugby season officially kicks off this week, with the Boys and Girls teams from Uxbridge SS and Port Perry HS taking to the pitch for a full slate of games. JOE LEBOUTHILLIER The Standard
Chiefs lead Essex in Junior ‘C’ Finals DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
The Lakefield Chiefs are two wins away from their first All-Ontario championship in 14 years after taking the first two games against the Essex 73s in the Clarence Schmalz Cup Finals over the weekend. On Saturday, April 19, the Chiefs rolled to a 5-0 win in Game 1 of the series before more than 500 fans crammed into the cozy confines of the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre. The following afternoon, the Chiefs continued their dominance, with a 5-1 victory over the 73s on home ice.
This weekend, the series shifts back to Essex for Games 3 and 4. Game 3 is scheduled for Saturday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m., and Game 4 will be played on Sunday, April 27, at 2:30 p.m. Should a Game 5 be needed in the series, it will be played on Tuesday, April 29 in Lakefield, with the action getting underway at 7:30 p.m. The Chiefs are the first team from the COJHL to appear in the Finals since 2004, when Georgina was defeated by the Grimsby Peach Kings. Lakefield won the COJHL’s last Clarence Schmalz Cup championship in 2000, when they defeated the Belle River Canadiens in the Finals.
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‘Battle of North Durham’ in ECHL playoffs JOE LEBOUTHILLIER The Standard
Two North Durham natives are squaring off as the Alaska Aces of the East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) are in the midst of playing their first-round series of the 2013-14 Kelly Cup playoffs against the Las Vegas Wranglers. Jordan Morrison, a centre for the Alaska Aces, was born in Uxbridge. Also from North Durham is Wranglers defenceman Ben Parker, who was born in Port Perry. Parker also played for Alaska for a short time this past season. They grew up roughly 15 minutes from each other, and became teammates in January when Morrison signed as a free agent after his former team - the San Francisco Bulls ceased operations mid-season - and have been enemies since Parker left the Aces in March. “I didn’t know [Morrison] before I joined the Aces,” said Parker. “Funny enough, he was my roommate when we went on road trips.” The four-year age difference between the two hockey players is what set their lives apart from each other’s. With seven years of ECHL hockey under his belt, Morrison is by far the more experienced player of the two North Durham products. Morrison played for the Peterborough Petes of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) for four seasons from 2002 to 2006, and visited the playoffs three times in that span winning an OHL championship in his final season with the team. The Pittsburgh Penguins selected him at 222nd overall in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft, but he has yet to see any NHL ice time. But at age 27, it’s not too late for an NHL debut for the Uxbridge native. As a part of the Aces, he’s technically available to the Calgary Flames franchise as Alaska is one of their minor league affiliates, although his current
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won both games: 5-1 in the first, and 3-1 in the second. Of the two North Durham boys, Morrison has been the only one to score points. He scored two goals, in Game 1 of the series, and was named the game’s first star. Parker has ambitions beyond the rink once his playing career comes to a close, as he explained to The Standard. “The initial plan was to go to law school,” Parker said. “But, before I decided I gave my agent a call about where my hockey career was sitting. He called around and next thing I knew I was an Alaska Ace.” Parker majored in political science while attending Canisius College in Buffalo, New York, and helped to lead the team to their first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance last season. He says once he feels his hockey career is over he’ll be going back to school for law.
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Uxbridge’s icemaker celebrates a milestone ROB STEELE Special to The Standard
Don McGregor has been making curling ice at the Uxbridge Curling Club for thirty years. At the club’s closing banquet, Don’s accomplishment was recognized by the UCC membership as Marg McKnight presented him with a beautiful framed Walter Campbell painting to commemorate the occasion. McGregor started making curling ice back when he was nineteen at the Avonlea Curling Club in Toronto. He worked there for a couple years refining his craft under the tutelage of David Padgett and Earl Reesor before moving to the Millbrook Arena for four years. Thirty years ago, after coming home from work one night, Marg McKnight called and asked Don if he would be interested in an interview at the Uxbridge Curling Club. He replied first by asking “where’s Uxbridge?”. The interview obviously went well as Marg called back the next day offering Don the job. Don commuted for a few years before relocating his family to Uxbridge where he has resided ever since. For a few years, even while working at Uxbridge, Don spent some time working with the Cannington Curling Club helping and coaching Mike Parliament, Port Perry’s current icemaker. Don also mentions Whitby’s legendary icemaker Gord Carroll as one of his many mentors. What sets Don apart is the pride and dedication he puts into his craft. Icemaking is his passion and he
has a meticulous approach and focus on making perfect curling ice. Congratulations Don on this monumental achievement. Enjoy your summer and we’ll see you again in the fall, for season “thirty-one”. Port Perry League Champions Crowned In a week full of men’s league playoff action, eight teams played off to decide this year’s champion. In the end, it was Ron Parish who skipped his team of Kevin Davis, nephew Jay St.John, and Greg Muhic to the men’s overall league championship. Parish beat Rob Thompson’s team of Patrick Pearson, Jacob Lamb, and Bob Smith 5-4 in the final game. The men’s closing banquet will be held on Wednesday, May 14. In the Day Ladies league, the third schedule winners was the Carol Jackson’s team of Rose Doyle, Charlene Shepherd, and Jen Hall. The Day Ladies celebrated the end of another great season at their closing banquet this past Tuesday. Port Perry Bantam Wrap-Up It was another fantastic year in the Port Perry Curling Club’s Bantam curling program. Gord Humphries took over the Bantam Program this year and said the enthusiasm of the over thirty bantam curlers was infectious, allowing him and his coaching volunteers to thoroughly enjoy teaching this great group of kids. Each week, the kids further developed and refined their curling skills, improved their understanding of the game, and developed an enjoyment and apprecia-
tion for this popular, and growing sport. Humphries is already looking forward to next season and anticipates an even larger number of participants as he strives to make curling a go to activity for local youth. Thanks to Tim Hortons for their corporate sponsorship, as well as the many local businesses and individuals who once again helped support a very successful Bonspiel back in early March. Syd Markham, UCC Volunteer of the Year Volunteers are the lifeblood of any curling club with its operations completely reliant on the dedication of its membership. Whether its running leagues and bonspiels, directing fundraising programs, instructing new curlers, performing general maintenance around the club, or making food for club events… every little bit helps keep the club active and viable. To all the members and volunteers, the Port Perry and Uxbridge Curling Clubs say “thank you”. The Uxbridge Curling Club recognized the continued efforts of one of its own, Syd Markham, by presenting him with the club’s prestigious volunteer of the year award for all his tireless work around the club. Syd was a member of the Uxbridge Club’s Administrative Committee with specific responsibility for building operations. He also coordinated all rentals for the club and still found time to organize the Thursday Daytime Curling League. Syd was very honoured to receive the award, which is named in memory of popular longtime UCC member Al Hachey. Congratulations Syd!
MoJacks and Bruins announce rookie camp dates DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
Local junior-aged hockey players take note, both the Uxbridge Bruins and Port Perry MoJacks recently announced the details of their spring prospect camps as the clubs begin the process of identifying players who may make the jump to the Junior ‘C’ level next season. The Bruins will be hosting their Spring Evaluation Camp over three days at Uxbridge Arena from Friday, May 23, until Sunday, May 25. According to the Bruins’ web site, all players who register for the camp will be guaranteed three on-ice sessions. The cost of the Bruins’ camp is $120, and includes a camp jersey as well as post-game refreshments. Any questions about the camp, especially concerning Permission To Skate forms, as the Bruins were the lone junior hockey team in Durham Region that kept their Home Centre as their Club System, please contact either GM Ron Archibald at uxbridgebruinsgm@ hotmail.com or 416-580-1630 or Head Coach Geoff Hodgkinson at geoff@tephockey.com or 647-466-0691. More details on the Bruins’ camp, including payment options, can be found at their web site www. uxbridgebruins.com. Meanwhile, the Port Perry MoJacks will be holding their 2014 prospect Camp at the General Motors Centre in Oshawa on Friday, May 30 and Saturday, June 1. The camp will be the first opportunity for recently appointed Head Coach Clair Cornish to oversee the players who may make up the MoJacks’ roster for the 2014-15 COJHL campaign. The cost of the MoJacks’ camp is $80. Any questions or concerns surrounding the MoJacks’ camp can be directed to GM Murray Pariliament at 905809-1089. Interested players can register through the
With several players from both teams moving on to other levels of hockey, the competition is expected to be intense when the Uxbridge Bruins and Port Perry MoJacks host prospect evaluation camps next month as the teams prepare for another season of Junior ‘C’ hockey. DYNAMIC DESIGNS Special to The Standard MoJacks’ web site at www.ohaportperry.pointstreaksites.com. All players wishing to participate in either camp must submit proper permission to skate (PTS) forms from last year’s team or organization. As well, both North Durham teams will be competing
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RICARDA KIGHT Peacefully, on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry, at age 74. Ricarda (nee Mathews), beloved wife of the late Jim Kight of Sunderland (2004). Loved mother of David and his wife Sarah of Beaverton. Loving grandmother of Taylor. Cherished daughter of Ricarda and the late Henry Mathews. Dear sister of Harry Mathews of Cambridge and Bill Mathews of Toronto and sister-in-law of Nancy and her husband Gordon MacMillan of Port Perry. Dear aunt of Matt and Dianne MacMillan, Sue MacMillan, Rhonda and Gus Scaiano, and Jonathan and Sarah Mathews. The family of Ricarda Kight received friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, “McDermott-Panabaker Chapel”, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) on Friday, April 18th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. A Service to celebrate her life was held in the Chapel on Saturday, April 19th at 11 a.m. with Reverend Gretta Vosper officiating. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com
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EDDY, DOROTHY ANN Peacefully at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital in Oakville on Sunday April 20, 2014. Dorothy Eddy nee Adams, beloved wife of the late Larry Eddy of 37 years. Loving mother of Kimberley Eddy of Oakville and Kevin Eddy (Pamela Herrington) of Richmond Hill. Proud grandmother to Lauren Eddy. Predeceased by her parents Albert and Lavina May Adams; her brother Theodore Adams and sister Kathryn Parkins. Dorothy was a lover of fine wines, an avid gardener, and one of only three women to become a Chartered Accountant in 1965. Family and friends will be received at St. Paul’s United Church, 454 Rebecca Street, Oakville on Saturday, April 26th at 2:00 PM. A Funeral Service will be celebrated at 3:00 PM. As expressions of sympathy and in lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Alzheimer’s Society of Ontario or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at www.oakviewfuneral.ca.
NORMAN JOHN TRIPP Peacefully, at his home, on Friday, April 18, 2014, after a valiant battle with cancer, at age 68. Norm Tripp of Port Perry, beloved husband of Marilyn (nee Manns). Loved father of Jackie and her husband Bryan Henderson of Uxbridge, and Richie Tripp and his wife Cal of Blackstock. Devoted Grandpa of Alyssa, Erik, and Rowan. Dear brother of Robert, Doris, Donna, David, Gloria, Nancy, Gordon, and Brian (deceased). Loving son of Marjorie Tripp of Port Perry and the late Melvin Tripp. Son-in-law of Myrtle Gimblett. The family of Norm Tripp received friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, “McDermott-Panabaker Chapel”, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905985-2171) on Monday, April 21st from 7 - 9 p.m. A Service to Celebrate his life was held in the Chapel on Tuesday, April 22nd at 11 a.m. with Reverend Michelle Hofman officiating. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com
SHERRI FRANCES FOOTE (NEE TODD) APRIL 27, 2012 Two years have slipped past since you left us, Yet in the landscape of my mind, you are ever present. I hear your words, gently guiding me, I feel you near when we need you with us. Our girls are well, though they miss you terribly. Something extraordinary happened over the last year, Something you will love. Slowly the tears stopped, And now when I think of you, I smile with fondness and love. Losing you tore our souls apart, However as you insisted, we have been living our lives. I suspect your guiding hand is with us every moment. What a gentle, kind soul you were, And only we know how deep was the love. Missing you my girl, John, Aurora and Ariana Foote
In loving memory of Kenneth Call Passed away May 2, 2013
We often think of by gone days When we were all together The family chain is broken now, But memories will live forever To us, you’ve not gone away Nor have you travelled far Just entered God’s eternal home, And left the gate ajar
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KAREN DARLENE BROAD In Loving Memory Of a dear daughter and sister Who passed away April 22, 1986 At only age 20! Today, tomorrow and all life through We’ll always love and remember you. FOREVER IN OUR HEART Miss you Love Mom, Dad, Lori and Jen.
CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our appreciation to all who have shown support in the loss of our beloved Janet Orene Price. Special Thanks to friends, neighbours & colleagues for your cards, flowers and donations. For those who attended Orene’s Celebration of Life - your presence made a difference. Sincerely Gary Wilkinson, Miriam, Laurel & Paula Price
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This music-mixing trio will be a treat for Greenbank BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
The Andrew Collins Trio is an interesting and exciting experience to say the least. With a combination of musical styles which spans centuries, and a catalogue of musical instruments which would be at home in a medieval bard’s closet, this band of multi-instrumentalists is sure to have a sound to please any ear. Luckily for North Durham residents, the Andrew Collins Trio will be taking the stage at the Greenbank Centennial Hall on Highway 12, on Saturday, April 26, at 8 p.m. The Greenbank Folk Music Society has welcomed the Canadian aucoustic act as the star-act for their twentieth anniver-
sary performance season. “Fans should expect the most musically exciting night of their life,” said Andrew. “We want you to hear a huge variety of music on an even wider range of instruments.” With a repetoire featuring swing, bluegrass, jazz, classical, chamber, celtic and folk - the trio of Andrew Collins, James McEleney, and Mike Mezzatesta each bring their own inovations to the table. In keeping with his ongoing exploration of the Chamber Grass genre, Andrew has assembled a Toronto-based group of accomplished musicians, who were equally committed to the innovation of new acoustic music. Together, they are well-versed in the vocab-
ulary of roots and traditional music, and have joined creative forces to push the boundaries of the music they love. Invoking the traditional sounds of the past, while evoking a distinctly contemporary aesthetic, the Andrew Collins Trio plays original compositions as well as new arrangements of pieces by some of their favorite composers, demonstrating their musical versatility as they trade off on mandolin, mandola, mandocello, fiddle, guitar, and bass. With almost two years playing together under their belts, they now are happy to present their debut release: “A Play On Words”. The new album will be dropped at an official release party on April 29, in Toronto’s Hugh’s Room. North Durham fans will hear a sneak-preview at the April 28 concert. While Andrew admits that the new project has been a slow-moving one, he believes that, once the trio begins to play more
From left, James McEleney, Andrew Collins, and Mike Mezzatesta form The Andrew Collins Trio, a diverse Chamber Grass band which combines numerous instruments and genres. The group will be playing a show at the GreenSUBMITTED PHOTO bank Centeniall Hall on April 26, at 8 p.m. and more gigs, the energy grown to become cohesive St. West, (905-852-4282), in is there for an explosive and complimentary musi- Port Perry at P O E Design, rise to fame in the Cana- cians, and it really comes 146 Queen St., (905-985out in our performances.” 0060), or by phoning 905dian folk scene. Fans of superb musi- 985-8351 for reserved tick“The thing that makes the Andrew Collins Trio cianship and interested ets and more information. Information on the different from my solo in the Trio’s musical fuwork is the fact that the sion, will not want miss Greenbank Folk Music entire catalogue of songs this outstanding group’s Society, including future concerts, is available on was written, composed, visit to North Durham. Tickets are $25 each and the group’s Facebook performed, and mastered as part of a group ef- available in Uxbridge at page and at www.greenfort,” said Andrew. “We’ve Blue Heron Books, 62 Brock bankfolkmusic.ca.
Scugog Studio Tour
TWISTERS IN TOWN: Lynne McIlvride, pictured with her Goddaughter Lydia, joined forces to show off the Twister! Art Show on Saturday, April 19 at Lynne’s BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard Marsh Hill Rd. studio.
One of the sure signs of Spring is the return of the Lake Scugog Studio Tour, with the 2014 edition running May 3 and 4, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Now in its fifteenth year, the Scugog Studio Tour is a must-see for art lovers, and anyone who enjoys seeing how work is made! For those who enjoy a great day out, this trip around Port Perry’s downtown and the Scugog countryside will refresh the senses, and let you take in the beauty of Spring. Thirty-two juried and award winning artists are waiting to share their work and talents with you, in their own personal studios. Seeing the space and methods of Scugog’s artists offers an uforgettable insight into their craft. Visitors can indulge themselves by purchasing unique, affordable, and memorable artworks: jewellery, paintings, photography, pottery, sculptures, and other unique art pieces for home and garden. Please visit www.scugogstudiotour.ca to see the new video and download the full brochure and map. Maps can also be picked up at numerous local businesses, or the Scugog Council for the Arts office at 181 Perry St.
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Young Singers performing this Saturday Spring brings new life and new growth, and what better way to celebrate than through song and art. The Anglican Church of the Ascension is proud to host ‘Young Singers’ for two shows on Saturday, April 26, at 4 and 7 p.m. Known as Durham’s ‘Choral Ambassadors’, Young Singers is a unique community choral program for young people, originally founded in 1992 by Artistic Director Anna Lynn Murphy. They are a powerful entity in the local arts community and have travelled extensively in Canada and abroad, sharing their incredible talent.
“ Young Singers” in Concert! Saturday April 26, 4pm & 7pm
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Young Singers has empowered over 800 children throughout Durham Region by fostering their creativity through music and positive role models. On Saturday, over 60 of these extraordinary young singers, in two different choirs (the Director’s Choir and Random Notes), will be raising their voices in concerts that will be highly entertaining and designed to appeal to all ages. Beyond the auditory joy that Young Singers will bring, the Ascension also seeks to inspire the visual senses through a unique show of artwork by local artist Tamara Izsak-McKenney. Tamara works in sculpture and mixedmedia painting, and her work is both secular and sacred. Although she always invests much of herself in her art, it wasn’t until she came across a poster print of work done by an 11th century monk that she found a way to openly express her faith in her own work. She has a particular fascination with trees and references to them in scripture. Tamara’s work will be shown in the church hall, so concert-goers can come early to enjoy this feast for the eyes before they hear the amazing music to follow. Arts at the Ascension is an initiative where the Church of the Ascension seeks to connect with its community by providing a space for art of all kinds. Looking ahead, on June 7 the Ascension will be the setting for a play reading of ‘Renovations’ by local playwright Graeme Powell. Admission for the concert is $15 (free for children 12 and under). Call the church office for tickets, 905-9857278, or purchase at the door at Anglican Church of the Ascension, 266 North St., Port Perry, Ontario, L9L 1L7.
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