Vol. 10 No. 51
Merry Christmas
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2014
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Changes coming to Greenbank agreement BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
THE NUTCRACKER THRILLS FULL HOUSE: The skilled students of Island Dance Studio performed their annual production of The Nutcracker, a traditional ballet suite, to a full house of patrons at Town BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard Hall 1873, on Sunday, Dec. 14. For more photos of the show, see page 26.
Hope Through Hockey team preps for trip UXBRIDGE: As they prepare for their second trip to the remote North Ontario First Nation community of Weagamow later this month, the Hope Through Hockey team has been overwhelmed by the generosity of the people of the Uxbridge area and surrounding communities. Just six short weeks ago, word went out that the team was returning again this year to the First Nation community of Weagamow (OjiCree for Round Lake), to conduct skating and hockey clinics. As was the case during last year’s initial trip, part of the initiative was a desire to take an array of hockey equipment that would be used to outfit even more young people interested in learning the game of hockey. Over the four weeks that followed, an incredible outpouring of generosity and support resulted in nine full skids of excellent hockey gear being shipped
by truck to Pickle Lake (the closest community to Weagamow accessible by road). The team learned last year that if the weather is just cold enough in December for an “ice road” across Round Lake can be used to retrieve the equipment, enabling a lot more equipment to be sent at a much lower cost. “We have word that the ice road will be operative,” Courtney Lawson, manager of the Uxbridge Secondary School Tigers varsity boys hockey team said in a press release. “We are so excited to have sent equipment that not only can outfit the children who did not get equipment last year, but also to create a spare equipment inventory for an exchange program when children outgrow their equipment.” Courtney has been the key contact for the equipment collection and sorting effort. T U R N TO PAG E 4
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SCUGOG: A large crowd of residents packed Council Chambers on Monday, Dec. 15, while Scugog’s newly-elected councillors took their first crack at the issues surrounding the Greenbank Airways fill site on Hwy. 47. After hearing from three separate deputations on the soon-lapsing fill agreement with the DLS Group, councillors voted to continue an interim agreement until March 31, 2015 - or until four weeks after the Ministry of Transportation returns with a verdict - hoping that a more cohesive agreement can be drafted in that time frame. The additional provisions of load screening, fill source site segregation, and mandatory quality checks from source site personnel, were added in during an amendment to the original motion. These terms and conditions had been removed from the agreement during the last Council term, and will be put back into place during the interim agreement. On-lookers did not seem pleased, jeering councillors and yelling “Shame!” while councilors voted to support the second motion. While many residents at the meeting expressed a desire for the agreement to be denied, and for the site to be shut down immediately, Mayor Tom Rowett explained to The Standard that such an outcome would not be in the public’s best interest. “If the agreement were allowed to lapse entirely, the Township of Scugog could face legal action from DLS Group and Greenbank Airways,” said Mayor Rowett. “During the ensuing court battle, the Township would likely lose all control over the site, and the proponents could possibly just up and leave, leaving us with a mound of dirt and a hefty bill. It’s important to retain the control we have, and work on a stronger agreement.” The various groups who made deputations – namely, the environmental advocacy group Lakeridge Citizens for Clean Water, and local residents David LeRoy and PJ Moore – took issue with current public awareness and input, the current testing schedule of fill loads, and the Township’s power of oversight on the project - citing the decisions of previous councillors. Scugog CAO Ian Roger responded to comments regarding the current testing protocol, stating that “The on-site screening is done on each truck that comes in. Depending on how many trucks are on-site at any given time, soil samples for heavy metals and organics are done anywhere from every one to every five trucks. This is sufficient, but could be changed if Council wishes.”
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A BUSLOAD OF HOLIDAY CHEER: Stock Transportation held their Hawaiian Christmas celebration on Friday, Dec. 12, and filled a bus with donations for local food banks. (From left) Gale MacDonald, Marion Sanders, Jackie Lane, Maureen Trodd-Nichols, Santa Claus, Sue Graham and Sharon Graham help to load the donations. DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
Helping pets takes the cake BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
SCUGOG: One local business is offering readers the chance to give back, and win a little something sweet in return! Cakes by Stephanie, located at 88 Water St. in Port Perry, is launching their second annual fundraising initiative and cake draw. This year, the business is supporting the New Animal Shelter for Uxbridge-Scugog. The crew will be accepting donations of pet food, toys, pet bedding and any other petrelated items during the month of December
- monetary donations will also be accepted. “This year, we’re doing it for the love of animals big and small,” said store owner Stephanie. “They can’t do it on their own, so we’re collecting donations for them and for the new shelter.” A donation will earn readers an entry into the prize draw, which features a $50 in-store gift certificate, for whatever the lucky winner chooses. To learn more, or to help out, readers are asked to please drop by Cakes by Stephanie on Water St., or phone 905-952-8881 for further information.
Elgin Pond ice isn’t ready yet DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
UXBRIDGE: Elgin Pond is not yet ready for skaters, but Regional Councillor Jack Ballinger recently told The Standard that monitoring of ice thickness will begin soon. Councillor Ballinger said that he will begin flagging the pond later this week
to coincide with the start of Christmas break for students at local schools. Elgin Pond has three stages of the flagging process. No flags on the pond mean that the ice thickness is unchecked. Red flags indicate that the ice is unsafe for skating. And, yellow flags mean that skaters can proceed with caution, and the ice on Elgin Pond is at least eight inches thick.
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Local group heading back to Weagamow F RO M PAG E 1
Merry Christmas from all of us at The Kid’s Cupboard
The shipment left for the long journey to Weagamow on Friday, Dec. 12, and included: 160 pairs of skates, 120 shoulder pads, 139 sticks, 131 helmets, 104 pairs of gloves over 300 sweaters, over 300 pairs of socks, over 100 pants, over 130 pairs of shin pads, over 100 elbow pads, and hundreds of other pieces of tape, pucks, and equipment. This year, in addition to the on-ice learn to skate and learn to play programs, the team will hold concurrent sessions for the children and their parents called “The Healthy Hockey Player” focused on nutrition
and confidence building, along with showing some fun hockey movies. An evening coaches and trainers clinic will also be held. So many stories of incredible generosity have accompanied the equipment and cash donations making it clear to the Weagamow First Nation that our community truly cares. A special acknowledgement and thank you to: - Families throughout the community who purchased new and gave their extra equipment. - The Mississaugas First Nation on Scugog Island for donating $5,000 through the Baagwating Community Association. - Wayne Gunn and the Uxbridge Arena skate shop team for sharpening and lacing 160 pairs of skates. - Canadian Tire Uxbridge’s continued generosity - St Mary’s Catholic High School in Pickering, the Tigers’ rival who always stand with us in this project - donating their team jerseys, hockey gloves, helmets, tape, coaching boards and
so much else. - Baldwin Sales for donating and engraving some 82 awards - Port Perry Predators for donating four beautiful new sweater sets of sweaters and other equipment. - Uxbridge Youth Hockey, Uxbridge Stars Hockey and the Aurora Tigers. - The great kids at All Saints Catholic High School in Whitby, who provided a whole truckload of equipment, learning the characteristic of generosity from their teacher, Mrs. Dion. - Shobrook Gardens, PropertyGuys and Snap Fitness Port Perry for being drop off/pick-up help. - Local Service clubs for their interest and generosity - The sisters of Uxbridge Tigers players and their families that rallied donations, There were many others who contributed to aid the Hope Through Hockey initiative this year. The team of 11 is made up of 7 returning members
and 4 additions: Tiffany Bacon, Adam and Suzie Cranley, Ryan Lavrench, Courtney Lawson, Josh Lubbock, Mary Lue Mahaffey, Ryan Noakes, Tavis Smith, Pete Luinstra, and Coach Don Simmonds. “It’s really amazing that we’ve got such great support again this year. It was such a wonderful experience for all of us last year and it’s incredible that we’re able to go back and give even more back to the people of Weagamow,” Mr. Lubbock told The Standard. The team would also like to offera special thank you to Uxbridge Baptist Church who is the organization handling the team administration and donations. The Hope Through Hockey team is scheduled to depart on Saturday, Dec. 27, and return on Saturday, Jan. 3, and leave knowing that they have the support and love of a whole community that they will convey to the community’s First Nation friends in Weagamow!
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NORTH DURHAM GREENBANK by Mary Jean Till A last minute gift idea for the one you don’t know what to buy for is Maple Syrup – The Greenbank Lions are selling 540ml tins of Maple Syrup for $10 a tin. Phone 905-985-3723 to order and thus support local community projects. Glad to report Murray Stone has returned home from Hospital on Friday past. He is feeling well and Thank you for your concerns and prayers. Daughter Holly and Granddaughter Alison will be returning to Yellowknife on Tuesday. School activities are winding down as the children are looking forward to Christmas, and holiday which begins this Friday, Dec. 19, with dismissal at 2 p.m. We anticipate the students doing a fabulous job performing Tuesday at the Christmas concert, and another successful workshop on Wednesday - with the kids creating crafts. Thank you to the SCC and all the volunteers who help with the craft workshop. Friday will be Red and Green Spirit day and an assembly/sing along will be held at 8:30 a.m. All are welcome.
Congrats to this week’s Sunshine Winners: Cassidy M., Emily P., Madison M. Have a safe and happy holiday, everyone from Mindy R. The congregation was welcome to Advent Three Sunday of Joy by Steve Quantrill. We welcome back Rev. R. Parker who will continue to serve through December. Melissa Schmidt and sons Gavin and Carter did the third Candle of Advent Lighting and Litany. Pauline Reed spoke of refugees “fleeing from home” with very little belongings. She asked “What would you take?” if in the same circumstance. M&S giving’s help those who are destitute, misplaced, in need. Danica answered her Bible Jeopardy questions and Bailee R. received her award for four stickers (four answers given). Twelve pen pals were revealed to each other with plans to do program again in February. Saturday night’s second concert by the Black Light Puppeteers was played to a full church again. Then, on Sunday evening, the Christmas story “Emmanuel” was told in
a great performance by the Senior Choir with 19 piece orchestra accompaniment, and narration by Pauline Reed. Ted Smith expressed appreciation to choir leader Stuart Beaudoin, guests, and all who supported the evening. Now we can look forward to the Christmas Eve Service at 7:30 p.m., on Dec. 24 as we celebrate the reason for the season with neighbours, friends and family. Rev. Parker in his message to young and old talked about what gives us joy at Christmas (and year round). Is it the gifts we give or receive, or is it things with no price tag - families and friends getting together, hope , peace, joy and love? Something to think about as we get busy, busy… Keep those who are ill and in need of comfort in your prayers. Women’s Bible Study groups starts Monday, Jan. 6, starting at 2 p.m. at the church. Contact Margaret Ann for inquiries at 905-985-7701. Merry Christmas to All. Thank you for all your submissions for Greenbank and surrounding areas.
SUNDERLAND by Denise Wilson Our Santa Claus Parade was delayed a fair bit by a few ‘fender benders’ not involving parade vehicles, but just a car driver or two who maybe got too excited about the parade! Anyhow, the children never noticed as they made slides, seats and snowmen on the huge snowbanks that nature delivered on Thursday. There were many of us who prayed for lots of snow for the parade and our prayers were certainly answered! For those who missed it, there were many floats, farm vehicles, fire vehicles, horses
and riders and then of course Santa himself. Oh what fun! We are now in the final countdown to Christmas Eve and Day. One of the most peaceful and touching events in our village is the Christmas Eve Service at St. Andrew’s United Church at 7 p.m., and everyone is welcome. Personally, all I want for Christmas is some news for my column in the New Year! And my wish for all of you is for many beautiful moments and happy memories to surround you this Christmas season. Merry Christmas Everyone.
CAESAREA by Eleanor Colwell Just a reminder that tickets are selling right now for the New Year’s Eve Dance at the Caesarea Hall and you don’t want to be without a ticket. Give Beth Stewart a call to reserve yours. Calling all ladies! If you ever thought you would like to sing with a fun group, here’s your opportunity. Pineridge Chorus is having two guest nights in January where you can come out and see what we’re all about. We sing four-part harmony and have fun doing it. There’s no need
to have experience as we will get you going and provide coaching along the way. Come and check us out on either/both Friday, Jan. 12 and Friday, Jan. 19. We’re at the Music Hall on Main St. in Uxbridge. Since we draw from all over Scugog, Uxbridge and Brock, we’re sure we can arrange car-pooling, if that interests you. If you have any further questions, just give June Haynes a call at 905-852-6327. Also, check out our web site at www.pineridgechorusuxbridge.ca. Hope to see you there!
Wednesday, Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Service at Seagrave United Church. Wagon Rides and caroling throughout the village beginning at 4. p.m. Followed by hot chocolate and treats. Service at 5:30 p.m. with Rev. Richard Parker. All are welcome to join us in celebration of Jesus’ birth. For upcoming events check our web site at seagrave-church.com. * Trinity United Church hosts several services to mark Christmas Eve. 4:30 pm Children’s program followed by Potluck Dinner. Bring the Children . Open to everyone. 7 pm Family Service. 10 pm Candlelight Service. A beautiful evening. Everyone is welcome to attend. * Goodwood United Church Candlelight & Carols – Join us on December 24 at 7pm for an old fashioned candlelight Christmas Eve service with lots of carols. Everyone welcome – Our theme this year is music so come and share you voice! For more information go to http://www.goodwoodunitedchurch.com/ or call Rev. Elaine Lush at 905 640 1781. Located at Concession 3 (Front St) and Goodwood Rd. in Goodwood Thursday, Dec. 25 Once again there will be a Community Christmas Day Dinner at Noon on Christmas Day. The dinner is at the Senior’s Center and is free of charge and open to anyone and everyone. If necessary rides are provided. If anyone wants a ride or wishes to come, please call 905-852-7016. However, if you decide at the last minute to come, please feel free to join us for dinner. Every Monday and Friday * Port Perry Senior’s Exercise, 9:30 a.m., 905-986-8745,
Latcham Centre. * Port Perry Senior’s Line Dancing, 10:30 a.m., Latcham Centre, Diane Wiseman 905982-4126, Gord Emmerson 905-982-8745. 3rd Monday of Month * Port Perry Patchers QUILT Guild, Hope Christian Reform Church, 14480 Old Simcoe Rd., Prince Albert, 7 p.m. www.portperrypatchers.ca * Scugog Shores Fibre Artists, 7:30 p.m. info: 905985-8318, 905-985-2939. 1st Wednesday of Month Join IODE Susie Sorabji Chapter evenings during spring and fall, morning during winter months, info: www.iode.ca or 905-8527084. 1st and 3rd Thursdays Meditation sessions, at Siloam Hall, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., bring comfortable cushions, cost is donation, info: 905852-9974 or www.invitationtomeditation.ca. Last Sat. of every Month Men’s Promise Keepers, free men’s breakfast, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. with guest speakers, Emmanuel Pentecostal Church, Port Perry, info: 905-985-4441. 1st Sunday of Month Music Fest, we are always looking for new talent, info: Jo 905-852-6487. 3rd Saturday of Month Karaoke every third Saturday of the month at Uxbridge Legion from 8 pm – midnight Every Tuesday * Knitting , crocheting , or bring your other crafts to Caesarea church hall at 3625 Hwy 57. Our main focus is making baby items for charity. Yarn donations appreciated. Call Joyce 905 986 0777. * Victory Christian Centre (Revolution) youth group, ages 12 and up,7:30 p.m., info: 905-985-1346.
Every Wednesday * Community Soup Lunch Noon to 1:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Chalmers Presbyterian Church, 40 Toronto St. S, Uxbridge. Pay what you can to support Loaves and Fishes food bank and North House. The lunches are provided by North House, local churches and community groups. All are welcome! * #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. * North Durham Concert Band meets 7 p.m., R.H.Cornish School, new members welcome. * AA Meeting, 8 p.m. Port Perry Goodtide Group, (speaker meeting, family, friends welcome) Port Perry United Church (basement) 294 Queen St., 905-7281020. * Scugog Shuffleboard Club, Blackstock arena, 9:45 a.m. to noon and 12:45 p.m. to 3 p.m., info: 905-986-5530. Every Thursday * ‘Soups on Us,’ organized by five local churches and a Parents Support Group, Church of the Ascension Hall, 266 North St., Port Perry, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. running until March 27. * Weekly Euchres Every Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Prince Albert Community Centre. New players welcome. * Weekly euchre, Caesarea Hall, 7:30 p.m. * Sunderland Legion, Darts, 7:30 p.m. * Pickleball, 9 a.m. - noon, Scugog Community Centre, 1655 Reach St., Port Perry.
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SEAGRAVE by Jean Short The bridge is open! The bridge is open! Tuesday was a big day - A great turnout for the last Out to Lunch for 2014, and the barriers were removed in time for people to use the bridge on their way to the church for lunch and in time for Santa’s arrival. The Township of Scugog would like Seagravers to call a meeting and form a Park Board Committee because the Township would like the village to resume the care of the Park. For more information call Betty Somerville at 905985-8066. Happy Birthday wishes go out to Rachel Finn. Al Gagnon is home from the hospital. Please keep him, and the Moorhouse family in your prayers - also Peter Booth who is recuperating from surgery. The Outreach Committee is looking for volunteers to co-ordinate four Out to Lunch’s next year. If you are interested, please contact one of: Betty Somerville, Betty Lou Beacock, Don Real or Jean Short. Our thanks to Rev. Richard
Parker for being our guest minister this week. Mya Puckrin, with the help of grandma Diane presented Wendy Hudgins and Don Real with a Poinsettia arrangement each as token of appreciation for all the work they do teaching Sunday School. Jack and Elizabeth Redshaw greeted the Parishoners as they entered the Sanctuary. They also lit the third Candle of Advent. It was great to have a full Choir and to hear them sing the anthem “Star Child.” Tara Taylor reported that 44 Shoe Boxes for Operation Christmas Child were taken to the Samaritan Purse Warehouse from Seagrave Church and in two hours, 4600 boxes were processed for shipping. Rev. Parker explained to the children the reason for the Shoe Boxes and that many children in poorer countries do not receive any Christmas gifts. He asked the adults what their idea of joy was. Was it just the gifts that you receive or do you feel joy simply being in the company of relatives and friends. There will
be much time of joy but also there will be time when we mourn for those not with us. But let us celebrate the joy for whatever time we had with them. Coming Events: On Dec. 21 at 9:15 a.m., it’s the fourth Sunday of Advent and Poinsettia Sunday, as well as the Baptism of Aidan Allen Cole, son of Amanda Scanes and Geremy Cole. If you wish to place a Poinsettia in the Sanctuary on Dec. 21 in memory of a loved one, please contact Verna @905-982-0631 or e-mail verna.gagnon@hotmail.com. Wednesday Dec. 24 marks the fifth Sunday of Advent and the Christmas Eve Service with Rev. Richard Parker. Wagon Rides begin at 4 p.m., followed by hot chocolate and treats. Church Service at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join us in the celebration of Jesus’ birth. On Sunday, Dec. 28. at 9:15 a.m., Service with Rev. Parker. Please contact grammiejean2010@hotmail.com or phone 905-985-9921 if you have news for this column.
SCUGOG ISLAND by Jeanne C. LeSaux-Ball The Offices of the First Nation are gearing down to have the next two weeks off. The Offices will close this Friday (Dec. 19) at 11:30 a.m., and will re-open on Monday, Jan. 5, at 8:30 a.m. The call to worship was called by the Rev. Michelle Hoffman. A warm and friendly welcome went out to everyone. the Message was: Sharing through a Story and a Poem. Thanks and appreciation, goes out to Jan and
Bonnie for providing the refreshments following the service at time for fellowship. Happy Birthdays this week goes out to: Emmanie Johnson and Brianna Taylor on the 19th; Doug Baird on the 20th, and Sharifah Marsden on the 21st. Happy Birthday to anyone who was missed this week. I can be reached by phone at 905-985-7662, or by e-mail at whitekwe@hotmail.com for your Scugog Island news submissions.
EPSOM & UTICA by Shari Kerry Epsom Public School held their Christmas Concert last Friday evening entitled ‘The 138th Annual Santa Claus Parade.’ The kindergarten students delighted everyone in their red cowboy hats as they paraded around the church to Christmas Time’s a Comin. Each of the many numbers throughout the program, raised loud applause and was thoroughly enjoyed by all. As all the classes came together to sing, ‘This Little Light of Mine’, they created a Christmas
Tree, Star on top and see through ornaments that shone their lights through. They concluded by singing, Santa Claus is Coming to Town and Good Bye Snow Man. Thank you to Epsom’s staff for the memories. Condolences from the community go out to former neighbour John Williams and family in the sudden passing of John’s wife Anne. The UCW potluck was enjoyed by everyone who attended
Snow days, dull and damp days with barely any sun, but the Christmas celebrations keep on rolling to brighten our spirits. The Festival of Lights officially opened Saturday night so make time of an evening to walk or drive through Elgin Park. With 40 exhibits, it is a sparkling vista! Many homes in the area are also brilliantly lit for the season. Happy birthday to both Allan and Caroline McGillivray celebrating earlier in the month! Glad to hear that Allan is recuperating well. Happy birthday also to Eve-Lynn Swan, celebrating this week! Mark, Eve-Lynn and Eric participated in an event with the Uxbridge Pipe band at Sunnybrook Hospital in honour of the veterans. This kind of good news should be publicized more. Lots of events going on at the Uxbridge Public Library over the Christmas season, games, crafts music and story-telling especially for children, and there is a music event on Wednesday afternoon that should be good. The Genealogy Group Christmas gathering was cancelled due to the serious weather that day but will be held this Thursday in the new meeting hall. We trust that all the children who breakfasted at Zephyr Hall Saturday morning got to whisper in Santa’s ear. “One Voice” choral group presented a wonderful line-up of Christmas music once more this past weekend. Several local people were in attendance. Carolyn Hicken sings in this choir and also does the posters for them. Third advent, Joy Sunday, was filled with music, especially in Sandford where the children, led by Susan Luke, sang “Sing Noel, Sing Noel” in parts. Casey Spencer also performed accompanying herself as she sang “What Child Is This”. Rev. Diane spoke of John the Baptist’s role in the Christmas story. From Sandford to Leaskdale historic church for a service led by Elwood Whitfield, a tour of the manse decorated as in Maud’s day, then back to the church for a series of 4 plays by the ‘Spirit of Maud’ Theatre Co. from Norval, the community to which Maud and Ewen McDonald moved after Leaskdale. Zephyr Council meet Thursday evening. Next Sunday is fourth advent celebrating Love. There will be Christmas Eve services at both churches, 7 p.m. at Zephyr, and 9 p.m. at Sandford. You are welcome to attend. On Thursday, Jan. 8, the Zephyr UCW is scheduled to meet. Following the joint service and potluck lunch at Sandford, on Jan 11, Rev. Diane will show photos of her recent Sabbatical trek in Spain.
PRINCE ALBERT by Pat Boyd last Tuesday. Last Thursday, 24 seniors braved the weather and enjoyed a delicious Christmas lunch at Epsom Church. Services this Sunday will include communion. Christmas Eve service will be at 8:30 p.m. at Epsom United Church. December 28 services will be held at Goodwood, starting at 9:30 a.m., for a joint service. It is also Epsom’s turn to do the service at Reachview in Uxbridge, starting at 2 p.m.
I am going to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, just in case I do not have any news for the Christmas Eve issue. This is the Christmas Worship Schedule for Prince Albert and Port Perry churches: Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, at 5 p.m. in Port Perry there is a familyfriendly Christmas Service. At 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Port Perry will be holding a Christmas celebration Service. At 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Prince Albert holds their Candlelight Christmas Service. On Sunday, Dec. 28, regular services resume at both churches. This Thursday (Dec. 18) at the Community Hall, is the Christmas Pot Luck at 6 p.m., with euchre to follow. Let us hope that it doesn’t snow.
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Prince Albert United Church Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Special Choir Music Dec. 24, 7:00 P.M. Everyone welcome Let’s fill the church Merry Christmas! Prince Albert United Church 23 Jeffrey St. 905-985-2801
Lorrie Houston (left) of Community Care Uxbridge accepts a donation from Jim Hird, organizer of the popular Bonner Boys Uxbridge Cruise-In at Elgin Park. The funds raised will go toward Community Care programs such as Meals on Wheels. The Cruise-In is expected to return to Elgin Park on Thursday evenings, in May 2015. DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
SANDFORD UNITED CHURCH
405 Sandford Road, Sandford A Friendly Country Church Where All Are Welcome Christmas Eve Service Wednesday, December 24, 2014 at 9 p.m.
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
And now for some good news
BLACKSTOCK and NESTLETON UNITED CHURCHES Rev. Jennifer Uhryniw 905-986-4235 Blackstock United Church 3483 Church Street – 9:45 a.m. Nestleton United Church 3991 Proutt Road – 11:15 a.m. Sunday, December 21, 2014 Communion Service Wednesday December 24, 2014 Joint Christmas Eve Service at Blackstock 7:00pm
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION Minister Rev. John Anderson 266 North St., Port Perry
Phone: 905-985-7278 ascension@powergate.ca www.ascensionportperry.com
1680 Reach Street. 905-985-4441 website: www.emmanuelcc.ca
PORT PERRY and PRINCE ALBERT UNITED CHURCHES Rev. Elaine Hall - Rev. Don Willmer 905-985-2801
SUNDAY, December 21 Port Perry United Church
294 Queen St., Port Perry Christmas Eve - Wednesday, Dec. 24th 5pm-Christmas Story told for all ages 7pm-Christmas Celebration, Senior Choir & Girls’ Choir
Prince Albert United Church
23 Jeffrey St., Prince Albert Christmas Eve - Wednesday, Dec. 24th 7pm-Candlelight Service Nursery Care and Sunday School Available • www.portperryunited.com
Sunday, December 21 Lessons, Carols & More 10:00am 7:00 - West Shore Service
December 24th
7:00 pm Carol Sing & 7:30 pm Eucharist
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1710 Scugog Street, Port Perry Father Marco Tests 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
ST. JOHN’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 319 Queen Street, Port Perry Pastor Robert Kennedy 905-985-3881 www.stjohnsportperry.com SUNDAY, December 21 Service at 10 a.m. Sunday School and Nursery Care Available All are warmly welcome
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:
Nursery & Sunday School Available
SUNDAY SERVICES 9:15 a.m. Sunday school for all ages 10:30 a.m. Worship 6:30 p.m. Worship
HOPE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
VICTORY CHRISTIAN CENTRE
December 25th
10:00 am Eucharist
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!
To list your church events contact Julie at 905-985-6985
SCUGOG ISLAND UNITED CHURCH
19100 Island Road, Port Perry A warm welcome to all 905-985-4094 SUNDAY, December 21 10 a.m. Morning Service Rev. Michelle Hofman
14460 Simcoe St., Port Perry Phone: (905) 982-2064 www.newsongportperry.ca
Sunday December 21, 10 a.m. Lessons and Carols
Wed. December 24 - Christmas Eve 7 am Early Morning Eucharist 4 pm Family Service with Eucharist 7 pm Carols followed by Eucharist
Thursday December 25, 11am
Christmas Day Eucharist Nursery and Sunday School Available
UXBRIDGE TRINITY UNITED CHURCH 20 First Avenue • Pastor Kirby Constable 905-852-6213 • www.trinityuxbridge.com
December 24 - Christmas Eve Services 4:30pm-Children’s Program followed by Potluck Dinner 7:00 pm-Family Service 10:00pm-Candlelight Service
Everyone Welcome SUNDAY WORSHIP & SUNDAY SCHOOL 10 a.m. COME and BE ENGAGED by the GOOD NEWS
Nursery Care and Jr. Church is available A warm welcome to all
593 Alma St., Port Perry,
Ontario 905-985-1346 Rev John Benschop vccpp@powergate.ca www.victorychristiancentre.net After School Programs Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday “HEARTBEAT” - 4pm - 7pm Tuesday - Youth Meeting 7:30pm Friday - 7:00 p.m. Revival Service Come expecting to have a God encounter Join us Sunday Mornings at 10 a.m. Prayer 10:30 a.m. Celebration Service SOMETHING FOR ALL AGES
Rev. Paul Moorhouse 905-985-7766
www.greenbankchurch.com www.seagrave-church.com
Sunday December 21
Service with Rev. Richard Parker
Greenbank
(Hwy 12, minutes N. of Pt. Perry)
December 24th Christmas Eve Service - 7:30 pm
Seagrave (In the beautiful hamlet of Seagrave) December 24th
Christmas Eve - Wagon ride 4pm with carolling through the village followed by hot chocolate - Early Christmas Eve Service at 5:30 pm
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EDITORIAL The muddy beast In their first swing at the beast of the Greenbank Airways fill site, Scugog’s new council have voted unanimously to extend the agreement until the end of March, and have vowed to come back swinging with an airtight agreement. Some residents will, and have, immediately demand that the trucks be halted - but that may do more harm than good. With no agreement or permit, the trucks will indeed stop dumping. What also stops is testing protocols, and what little control the township currently has in the operations of the site. Like it or not, there’s a big pile of dirt sitting south of Greenbank - and no amount of political finger-pointing will magically remove it. The only remaining recourses are to manage where this dirt will come from in the future, and to help calm the worries of those unfortunate residents who were made to live next to it. In the mean time, as the Ministries of Transportation, Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture and Rural Affairs continue to play hot potato with the big ball of mud, all while sitting idling by as the lowest (and poorest) level of government is left to deal with this matter - the people of Greenbank, and anyone who drinks water in the Township of Scugog, would just like to be kept in the loop. Private meetings behind locked doors, a lack of any accountability, and the disregard of any public comment only steers the frustrated public towards one common answer - something must smell fishy, or else these testing reports would be handed out like Pez. Scugog is known for it’s lakes, forests, wildlife and beautiful countryside the tourism and agricultural industries are the main economic drivers in this growing community. If a precedent isn’t set here and now, Scugog is in-line to become ‘Ontario’s Little Oil Sands’. Council was elected to tame this beast - the sooner the better.
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Family of Sick Kids’ fundraiser organizer is thankful for support of the community To the Editor, On November 22nd, our daughter Macy Scarlett and her best friend Becky Hajdukovic joined together to organize and carry out a Fundraiser to benefit Sick Kids Hospital. The two girls being in Grade 8 are part of an organized group called M.A.D. Crew at Rolling Hills Public School, run by Mr. Jason Veley and Abby Wright. The group is focused on bringing a difference to the world by acts of kindness and charitable efforts. All of the students involved realize that one person doing a great deed, no matter the size does make a difference in someone’s life. Sometimes this deed is small and it may not have a profound impact on the world, but rather one individual that really needs something and they may not even know where the generosity comes from. This time the girls chose to turn Macy’s birthday into a party to remember and donate all of the toys and
money collected and bring them to the children at Sick Kids Hospital in time for Christmas. A big thank you to Debbie, Nick, Lisa, Mary, Charlene, Jaden, Julia, Alison, Grace Y., Grace E., Marissa, Amber, Angela, Mr. Veley and Mrs. Wright, your time and efforts made the day a success! Becky explained that it also gives her a sense of pride to do this in honour of her Grandfather that passed away, knowing that he would be proud of her. Although our community is small we are filled with families that have big hearts and all of us in some manner that have been touched by Sick Kids Hospital. Together our community raised $2697.75 to bring to the families along with numerous gifts for the children. Sick Kids has a number of wonderful programs that the money can go towards that benefit families directly in there time of need. For all the giving that we do at Christmas time it is the one place that I know for
sure that it will be put to good use, said April. The days entertainment was fantastic with performances by Emma Ressor of Blackstock, a talented young girl of 15 years of age. Joining Emma for a song was Taryn Lazure on piano and vocals. Travelling from Bowmanville to join the festivities was Cassidy VanHeuvlen. We also had the honour of being entertained by Paul Wasson, Tom Mark and Clayton Mark, all local musicians that can be seen performing at the Musician Corn Roast each year in Blackstock, and at various venues throughout the year. Thank you to all of our supporters. Thank you to all that joined us and made a donations throughout the day. You really made this fundraiser a success and the contributions are happily received by the families at Sick Kids. April Scarlett and Family
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More drivers charged in DRPS’ Festive RIDE campaign NORTH DURHAM: Week Four of the Festive RIDE Campaign resulted in 19 motorists being arrested for drinking and driving offences. Unfortunately, this represents a rise from this point last year, despite more than 400 fewer vehicles being stopped by police during this week of the campaign. According to a press release, Officers conducted RIDE checks in Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice, Bowmanville, Uxbridge and Scugog with the following totals (the numbers in brackets reflect 2013 fourth week totals for comparison): - 1,042 (1,474) Vehicles stopped by R.I.D.E. - 120 (127) People were given Roadside Breath Tests - 16 (20) People received “3 Day Suspensions” for registering a “WARN” - 1 (4) Novice Driver received a 24 hour Licence Suspension - 19 (14) People were charged with Drinking and Driving Offences - 25 (19) Criminal Code Charges - 3 (13) G1 G2 / Young Driver Licence Durham Regional Police conduct a spot-check on Island Rd., in Scugog Township as part of the annual Festive RIDE campaign. Through four weeks of this year’s campaign, 73 motorists have been charged with drinking and driving Holder Breaches of No Alcohol Condition - 14 (34) Charged with various Highway offences in Durham Region, up from 72 at this point in 2013’s campaign. STANDARD FILE PHOTOS Traffic Act offences - 2 (12) Drug Offences - 3 (8) Criminal Code Charges (not related to drinking and driving) After four weeks, the Festive RIDE team has charged a total of 73 motorists for drinking and driving offences. Last year at the same time, 72 had been charged. A complete list of those charged with Impaired/Exceed will be posted on the Durham Regional Police Service’s web site later this week at www.drps.ca under Hot Topics. Under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act, anyone charged with a drinking and driving criminal offence will have his or her driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and there vehicle impounded automatically for 7 days. Durham Regional Police would like to advise all motorists that drinking and driving will not be tolerated on our streets.
Staying in touch... ERIN O’TOOLE MP
The Christmas season As I write this column, the House of Commons prepares to adjourn for the Christmas holidays. Parliament Hill is beautifully lit up with Christmas lights and is a visual reminder of the joy that comes at this time of year and it helps to ease the sad memory of what took place here in October. When we hear the word holidays, we might imagine sitting in front of a warm fire with our feet up, perhaps playing a board game with the kids or packing up the car to visit friends and family. But for many, the Christmas holidays will be the busiest time of the year; last minute Christmas shopping, rushing the kids to the rink and for some hard-working Canadians, even working on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. For MPs, this break will not be a ‘time-out’ from the job, but will only be a welcome break from Ottawa as we look ahead to weeks of meetings, tours and events in our ridings. It is an important time to get out in the riding to listen to people and meet with constituents. If you still have a list of people to buy gifts for, I encourage you to shop local. Supporting local establishments keeps money circulating in the local economy and provides jobs for our residents. Consider taking your vis-
iting relatives for meals at a locally owned and operated restaurant or buy a gift certificate to a local spa or B&B to encourage your friends to try something new. North Durham is fortunate to have communities with hidden shops and artisan studios off the beaten path. Bowmanville, Newcastle, Orono, Port Perry and Uxbridge all have wonderful shops in their downtown core that are filled with unique treasures and handcrafted wares that can only be found locally. Visitors from outside of the area come not only for the shopping, but to experience the atmosphere and hospitality that our small-town boutiques offer. One thing that frustrates and upsets most Canadians when shopping is the unexplained and often significant price gap between Canadian and U.S. prices for the same products. Some all-too-familiar examples are spending 30 per cent more for a 1.5L bottle of shampoo; 13% per cent more for a brand new 46-inch LED TV; and 100 per cent more – double the price – for an 81 mg bottle of aspirin. Some components of those prices are justified – the exchange rate, price of fuel, and product safety standards are all factors that can explain the higher price. But sometimes the difference may be because of geographic price discrimination that happens when companies ar-
bitrarily charge higher prices in Canada. Last week our government was pleased to announce new legislation, the Price Transparency Act that will help shine the light on this issue with the hope it causes some downward pressure on prices. We are strengthening the powers of the Commissioner of Competition who will now have the ability to investigate and expose unfair cross-border price discrimination. Especially at Christmastime, we know that every dollar counts and this new legislation will help ensure Canadians are paying a fair price for their goods. The holiday season is also an important time to remember how blessed we are as Canadians. The challenges facing our country are real, but they pale in comparison with the economic challenges facing other countries and the suppression of freedom and violence that grips many parts of the world. We are blessed and must realize this at a time like Christmas and try to help some of the less fortunate in our own community. From my family to yours, I wish you a Merry Christmas, a safe holiday and a healthy and prosperous 2015.
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Greenbank agreement temporarily extended, with conditions F RO M PAG E 1
The LCCW also presented Council with a comprehensive site agreement template, based on the agreements of other area municipalities and recommendations from the Ministry of the Environment. Councillors sent the extensive documents and recom-
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mendations to their legal team and third-party consultants, for review of their possible implementation. The second deputation of the evening, made by local resident and professional consultant David LeRoy asked councillors for the municipality to immediately take control of the Greenbank Airways site. “Congratulations - the electorate has expressed a desire for change in this municipality. Council now faces an opportunity with the expiration of the current agreement,” said Mr. LeRoy, while speaking to Council. “Last term’s Council originally met the site owners with good will and open arms - but that has since been exploited. We need to resume control.” Mr. LeRoy called upon councillors for stronger citizen involvement in the issue, and a committee of local residents to be formed – allowing for public meetings and input. “I pay taxes to Scugog, but I feel like I live in North Korea. Testing records are not available, meetings are held behind closed doors, and citizen input is not allowed,” said Mr. LeRoy, who also expressed qualms with the Greenbank Airways web portal. “It is not the responsibility of the citizen to take on property owners for their violations, that’s the whole point of paying taxes for Township staff. In short, do your job.” Mr. LeRoy continued on to call the current complaint protocol a “flimflam machine,” as residents have been asked to contact the Greenbank Airways property owner with complaints - who is charged to pass them onto the appropriate authority. Mr. LeRoy said that the complaints have not been handled correctly, and questioned the integrity of the process. “Why would we call a private operator to complain about a public issue?” asked Mr. LeRoy. “We don’t even know how much fill is going in to the site, or where it comes from, or how clean or dirty it is.” Mr. Roger responded to Mr. LeRoy’s comments, stating that “The amount of fill volume is updated on a quarterly basis and posted directly to the web site,” said Mr. Roger. “Based on the initial drawings, the Township agreed to accept 2.5 Million cubic metres of fill. That number is not in the actual contract, but it could be added in.” After the residents in attendance grew loud and be-
gan taunting Council, Regional Councillor Bobbie Drew asked the crowd to remain respectful and conduct themselves according to Township policy. Regional Councillor Drew later addressed the large crowd present at the meeting regarding the municipality’s handling of site to date, stating “we have done a great disservice to this community in not communicating the facts clearly and frequently - we will attempt to rectify this as much as possible.” Ward 1 Councillor Betty Somerville reached out to The Standard and expressed her intention to facilitate community input in the new year, and that she would look into forming a citizen advisory group, if possible. During the third deputation, local resident PJ Moore drew connections between the Greenbank Airways site and the Port Perry Dump, which operates in a similar waste receiving capacity and falls under strict regulations regarding gates, fences, receipts, and weigh-scales. Ms. Moore called the Greenbank site “absurd” and raised the point that the Greenbank Airways fill site has almost none of those provisions in currently place. “How can you [Council] discuss hours of operation and maximum numbers of trucks per day, without there even being a gate across the driveway?” asked Ms. Moore. “Our main economic drivers are agriculture and tourism - not fill. Our neighbour, Uxbridge, is known as the Trail Capital of Canada - can Scugog afford to be known as the ‘Fill Capital of Canada’?” Carmela Marshall of the LCCW offered final comments to The Standard, after the meeting had concluded. Ms. Marshal expressed thanks to the councillors for their consideration of the deputations, and gratitude that the LCCW’s documents were referred to Scugog’s legal team and Township staff. “While in a perfect world we would have loved to see stronger and more comprehensive requirements put in the agreement today, we recognize that the Township needs to do their due diligence and conduct a review,” said Ms. Marshal. “If the Township needs until the end of March to ensure a proper review, and time to put a stronger agreement in place - then we support that and thank them for their sincere leadership.”
Big brother Jake, Great Grandmother Isabell Wilson, Grandparents Roger & Melody Moase, Igor & Nadejda Pachnev Are so blessed with this Christmas gift.
The family of Edna Hodgson would like to wish her a
Very Happy 90th Birthday. Please join her to celebrate this special day at West Shore assisted living at 293 Perry Street, Port Perry on Sat. December 27 from 2pm - 5pm.
Best wishes only please.
Who knew 90 could look this good?
Keith Crozier
celebrates his 90th birthday on December 19th! Wishing you a great birthday! Lots of love from your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren xo Residents crowded the doors to Scugog Council Chambers, during the evening of Dec. 15, hopeful to sit in on the deliberations taking place inside the standing-room only office at 181 Perry St. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
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THE LARGEST LOCAL SPORTS COVERAGE IN DURHAM REGION
Win over Lakefield moves MoJacks to second in COJHL table DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
The Port Perry MoJacks channeled their inner Taylor Swift over the weekend, shaking off a recent three-game losing streak with a 3-1 win over the Lakefield Chiefs on Sunday, Dec. 14. Although the MoJacks would concede an early goal, putting them behind 1-0 less than two minutes into the contest, they quickly survived a strong push from Lakefield, behind timely saves by goalie Blake Shaw, and sound defensive zone coverage from Andrew Crichton, Owen Bateman and Eric MacDonald. Tood McNair, Ryan Nichols and Jeff St. Pierre were all buzzing in the offensive zone midway through the first, as they frustrated the Chiefs’ defensive corps with punishing physical play. With just under four minutes to play in the first, Kyle Schweda chipped the puck ahead to Konrad Piorkowski, sending him in on a breakaway, and after a fabulous deke, he beat Wainman low to knot the game, and send donations of winter clothing flying from the stands at Scugog Arena, as part of the MoJacks’ annual ‘Wooly Toss’ in support of Operation Scugog. Seconds later, Piorkowski nearly struck again, but his shot was deflected wide and after twenty minutes, the score sat equal at 1-1. The second period featured even more dazzling play between the pipes from Shaw, including a sensational pad save on a shorthanded two-on-none scoring chance by the Chiefs. The MoJacks were able to grab the lead just over a minute into the third period, when Poiorkowski tipped a point shot by Bateman into the Lakefield net, with Graham Lamers also assisting on the play. Just 39 seconds later, Piorkowski was hauled down on a shorthanded breakaway, and he converted the ensuing penalty shot to put Port Perry ahead by
(From left) Port Perry MoJacks Kyle Schweda, Matt Doucette, Graham Lamers and Konrad Piorkowski gather up the crowd’s donations of winter clothing to Operation Scugog following a first period goal from Piorkowski as part of the team’s annual ‘Wooly Toss’ initiative in support of less fortunate families in the community. The MoJacks head to Uxbridge on Friday, Dec. 19, for a 7:45 p.m Battle of North Durham. on Sunday, Dec. 21, the MoJacks will be back in action at Scugog Arena for the team’s annual Family Christmas Game, when they tangle with the Georgina Ice, at 2:25 p.m. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard a score of 3-1. Shaw remained sharp down the stretch, surviving several scoring chances by Lakefield to earn the 18-year-old Brooklin native his 11th victory of the campaign as he turned aside 27 of the 28 shots fired his way during the match. Following the game, MoJacks Head Coach offered praise to Piorkowski and Shaw for the impressive performances. “Konrad stepped up and played in a different role than normal this afternoon and produced a good 200-foot game. And Blake was really sharp in net, making some great saves - especially in the second period - that put us in a good position to grab these two points. That’s what you need in
this league, is for your top guys to be your top guys and we definitely had that today,” Cornish told The Standard. On Friday, Dec. 12, the MoJacks’ weekend got off to a sluggish start as they dropped a 5-3 decision to the Clarington Eagles in Bowmanville. After falling behind 1-0, the MoJacks would take a 2-1 lead in the second period behind goals from Evan Wasylyk and Lucas Clark, with St. Pierre, Schweda and Lamers earning assists. However, a late second period goal from Brodie Myers would equalize the match 2-2 heading into the third period. Three goals for the Eagles would dig a hole the MoJacks could not claw their way out of,
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with a late unassisted powerplay goal from Schweda rounding out the scoring. Loose Pucks: - On Friday, Dec. 19, the Battle of North Durham resumes with the MoJacks making their final appearance of the regular season in Uxbridge, as they tangle with the rival Bruins at 7:45 p.m. Currently, Port Perry holds a 3-1 advantage in the season series. - The MoJacks will be without the services of fan favourite Lucas Clark for Friday night’s game in Uxbridge, after the 17year-old forward was whistled for a misconduct penalty involving squirting an opponent with a water bottle on Friday night, resulting in a two-game suspension. - Defenceman Liam Schweda
continues to recover from an upper body injury, and is hopeful to return to the MoJacks’ lineup in the new year. - Sunday afternoon, the MoJacks will be holding their annual Family Christmas game, with several prizes available for those in attendance when they take on the Georgina Ice at Scugog Arena, with the action getting underway at 2:25 p.m. - Following the holiday break, the MoJacks will be back in action on Saturday, Dec. 27, when they travel to Little Britain in the hopes of closing down the Merchants in a 7:30 p.m. tilt. - On Sunday, Dec. 28, at 2:25 p.m., the MoJacks will host the North Kawartha Knights at Scugog Arena.
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Bruins sit atop table heading into Battle of North Durham DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard
There is a logjam behind them, but the Uxbridge Bruins maintained their position at the top of the COJHL table over the weekend, with a split decision in their match-ups. The weekend began with an 8-0 melting of the Georgina Ice at Uxrena on Friday, Dec. 12. Just over five minutes into the action on Friday, Shane Smith picked up a loose puck and fired a wrist shot from the slot through the goalie’s legs to bring teddy bears raining down from the stands, as the Bruins collected more than 100 stuffed animals in support of the Uxbridge Community Toy Drive. “I’ve always considered myself more a defensive guy, but everyone likes to score goals, and that was a great one to score,” Smith told The Standard following the game. “Being from Uxbridge, and seeing the great support we always get from this town, it was really something to see our fans give back to the community like that.” The Ice would threaten to score several times as the first period wore on, but were denied continuously by netminder Jake Joosten, who was making his second straight start between the pipes for the Bruins after backstopping the team to a win last Sunday in Apsley against
the North Kawartha Knights. Late in the period, with Owen Scuralli, Robert Freckelton, Alex Siblock, Thomas Sheedy, Connor Evans and Joosten all on the ice, Uxbridge boasted a lineup composed entirely of Uxbridgeraised players. They did a masterful job of keeping the Ice pinned down in their own end, and when they did mount a threat, Sheedy raced back to assist Evans in taking away a scoring chance from Justin Wain, one of Georgina’s top offensive threats. The floodgates opened for the Bruins’ offence in the second period, with Uxbridge lighting the lamp four times to take a commanding 5-0 lead. A pair of goals from Todd Winder led the way, with Jarett Smith and Daryl Thomson chipping in singles. With just under nine minutes to play in the third, call-up Scuralli made it 6-0 in favour of Uxbridge, and just 41 seconds later, Winder completed his hat trick with a powerplay goal. A powerplay goal from Siblick rounded out the scoring as Uxbridge cruised to an 8-0 win with Joosten rarely tested in the final 40 minutes after a busy opening period that kept the Ice at bay offensively, making a total of 27 saves over the course of the game. “I don’t think it’s a secret that Joosten is the back-up,” Bruins Head Coach
Geoff Hodgkinson said of the 18-yearold Uxbridge native, who split last season between the Midget ‘A’ Uxbridge Stars and the Uxbridge SS Tigers. “He’s been absolutely positive and has really tried to learn as much as he can and really push himself in practice and I think he’s a better player for it.” On Sunday, Dec. 14, the Bruins came up short as the Clarington Eagles broke a seven-game win streak for Uxbridge with a 3-1 win. Uxbridge’s dominance over the Eagles dated back to last year’s playoffs when the Bruins rallied for a dramatic victory after trailing threegames-to-one in the COJHL semi-finals. Clarington took the lead just over five minutes into the action, before Freckelton notched the equalizer near the midpoint of the second period, assisted by Evans and Alex Williamson. A late period push gave the Eagles a 3-1 lead with goals in the last 32 seconds of the frame from Jake Carter and Brad Down, the latter came with just one second left on the clock.
In the third period, the Bruins were unable to find the back of the net, as the Eagles moved to within a point of the Bruins for first place in the COJHL table, and are now tied with Port Perry at 36 points in the runner-up position. Loose Pucks: - The lone game for the Bruins this weekend pits them in a Battle of North Durham, as the Port Perry MoJacks visit Uxrena for the final time this regular season at 7:45 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 19. - As part of the festivities on Dec. 19, the Bruins will be hosting Community Living Durham North at the game. - As of press time, the Bruins sit atop the COJHL table with 37 points, one ahead of Port Perry and Clarington. Lakefield sits fourth with 35 points and Little Britain lurks in fifth with 31 points. - Following the holiday break, the Bruins are back in action on Tuesday, Dec. 30, as they look to bankrupt the Little Britain Merchants in a rare mid-week match-up at Uxrena, with the action getting underway at 7:45 p.m.
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Blackstock Atoms score goals galore TARA FREW Special to The Standard
Blackstock Arena was filled with fast paced games and great teamwork over the weekend. In the Tyke division, Race Trac took Canadian Tire for the win by a score of 9-1. Race Trac’s goals came from Ryan Vernon (4), Brodie Bell (4), and Lawson Dalton. Canadian Tire’s lone goal was from Brendan Potter. W.O. Insurance earned the win against Shagg’s 4-0 in the other Tyke matchup. W.O. Insurance’s goals were by Oscian Seguin (3) and David MacInnes. J.F. Construction beat ChrisMcAuley.ca 5-3 in the Novice division. J.F. Construction’s Brandon Parrott (2), Isabella O’Donoghue (2) and Adam Davies scored, while ChrisMcAuley.ca’s Jordan King (2) and Adam Goble scored. In other Novice action, Make-A-Wish won against Krown Rust 7-2. Cameron Cuzzilla (3), Oscian Seguin (2), Christopher Thomas and
Ian Barkey scored for MakeA-Wish. Krown Rust’s goals were by Callum LePage. There were high scores in the Atom division as EcoWater beat Buck’s Construx 14-6. EcoWater’s goals were from Brett Hanley (4), Hayden Piney (4), Dylan Hopmans (3), Aaron Waters and Leah Seeney. Buck’s Construx’ Cameron Yeo (3), Alexander Johnstone (2) and Joel Mitchel scored. The scoring continued in the other Atom game of the weekend, as Port Perry Dental took the win against Low & Low by a final score of 8-6. Port Perry Dental’s Jacob Buchanan (4), Daymond Clark, Brodie Holmes, Cole Stephens ad Alex Waller scored. Low & Low’s goals were by Zeke Bailey (2), Alex Newhook (2), Aidan Lazure, and Connor Rogers. In the PeeWee/Bantam Division, Cochrane Tree Service won against Practicar 6-2. Cochrane Tree Service had goals from Cameron Barkey (2), Emily Goble, Mari McDowell, Noah Michel and Owen Silcock. Practicar’s goals came
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GOLFING FOR THE KIDS: Tom Redford (right), President of the Mulligans Golf League donated $1,500 from the club’s charitable tournaments to Margaret Ayres (centre) and ‘little’ Keegan O’Brien-Dillon (left) of Big Brothers Big Sisters North Durham. BBBSND relies heavily on the donations of local supporters and charity grants, and greatly appreciates the donation. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
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UXBRIDGE: Recent appointments to committees of Regional Council have put Uxbridge’s pair of regional representatives into prominent positions. It was recently announced that Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor will serve as Chair of the Region’s Planning and Economic Development Committee for the next
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Take precautions to avoid holiday shopping theft NORTH DURHAM: As residents head out in search of that perfect gift this season, they’re being asked to keep some safety tips top of mind before braving the malls. Unfortunately fraudulent activity can be prevalent this time of year, and Durham Regional Police are reminding consumers to be mindful of what they are purchasing and from whom. Here are some tips to avoid purchasing counterfeit merchandise: - Do your research and buy from trusted retailers: Take some time to find out what you’re buying and
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While shopping, residents should also be aware of distraction thefts. They usually occur in busy places and begin when a suspect starts asking the victim or store employee a series of random questions. This gives a second suspect an opportunity to steal merchandise, purses or wallets from other shoppers. The suspects have often left the store before the theft is detected. It’s also important to never leave purses or wallets unattended, and don’t leave large purchases in plain view in your parked vehicle while you head back in to shop. If you are a victim of a fraud or theft, please report it immediately to police by calling 1-888-579-1520.
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December bird counts continue BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard
NORTH DURHAM: Once again, during the months of December and January, the birders of North Durham will join forces with birders from over 2,300 locations in the western hemisphere - during the National Audubon’s Christmas Count. The annual tradition for nature lovers started in New York and Toronto over a hundred years ago, and continues today with thousands of bird watchers fighting the elements to complete the massive citizen science census of our feathered friends. In North Durham, Beaverton’s bird count celebrates 40 years while Uxbridge hits its tenth year. This year’s finch forecast, based on the seed crop in the north, calls for some northern finches to
show up and Redpolls and Siskins have already made an appearance. Snow Buntings, and Horned Larks have been reported and even a Snowy Owl has dropped down from the north. Recent forecasts are calling for a slightly less severe winter than last year but feeders will still be important for the hungry, cold birds. What will your feeder attract? In Uxbridge, the North Durham Nature club will once again be aiming for a 50 species total, a goal only reached in 2012. Readers are asked to check with Derek Connelly of the North Durham Nature club, by phoning 905-852-5432 - or by checking the map available at http://www.bsceoc. org/volunteer/cbc/index. jsp?targetpg=mapviewer to
see if they are living in one of the circles. Count Days for supporters who wish to venture out into the field are on Saturday, Dec. 27 in Uxbridge, please phone Mr. Connelly. The Beaverton bird count takes place on Tuesday, Dec. 30 - further information is available from John Mclean at 905-852-5432, or dconn50@powergate.ca. Can’t make it to a field count, or not confident on the types of birds you have? Readers can grant the North Durham Nature personnel permission to count their feeder, or walk on their property on the day of the event. Participants will be given a list of the birds spotted. Meanwhile, the North Durham Nature Club encourages readers to fill up the feeders! Clean the binos! Find the bird book!
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ARIES (March 20-April 19): You can experience a conflict between the demands of your work and your obligations to family members. Strike a balance between the two. Business colleagues will be supportive of your ideas.
LIBRA (Sept. 22-Oct. 23): Create a beautiful home in which to retreat. Rather than go out, invite friends over for a home cooked dinner. Make your parents’ Christmas more special than ever. Enjoy a peaceful time at home.
GEMINI (May 20-June 21): Rather than buying thing you do not need, give serious thought to the way you are spending your money. Good time to apply for a loan or mortgage. Your partner could receive a raise, or a bonus.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Money could come in from when you least expect it. Buy something that will enhance your home environment, or improve your attractiveness. Take time to enjoy art, music and nature.
TAURUS (April 19-May 20): Relationships have not been easy the past two years with Saturn moving through your partnership sector. Whoever left your life was meant to go. Rethink your relationship priorities and make a new start.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 22): You could be madly attracted to someone who is younger, or older. If both of you have a lot in common, the age difference should not matter. Attend neighbourhood gatherings, network and meet new people.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 19): Let go of the reins, sit back and have fun over the holidays. Host a Christmas Party, or attend social gatherings. If you have a conflict of interest in a personal relationship, you will be able to LEO (July 22-Aug. 22): Do something special resolve it now. to beautify your home for the holidays. Play a AQUARIUS (Jan. 19-Feb. 19): If you feel a little, indulge a bit, but keep the sweet stuff to a need to serve, do volunteer work for a chariminimum. Find time to do something you really table organization over the holidays. Meditation is the route to evolving spiritually. A secret love enjoy. Be light hearted and creative. VIRGO (Aug. 22-Sept. 22): We know how could be revealed. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Since love is in the air, you should enjoy harmonious relationships. However, a dispute with a partner is possible on December 20. If single, you could meet someone new at a holiday party.
infatuated you are with details Virgo, but try to get away from the computer over the Christmas Season. Opt for a change of pace and take a get-away vacation. Participate in winter activities with children.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Feeling open, friendly and free, friends will be helpful and a great source of strength. Since you love to pick up strays, this is your opportunity to either help someone in less favourable circumstances, or adopt a pet.
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AT REST MERLE KATHREN HEINTZMAN (NEE BERNS)
WALTER JOSEPH PETERS (Retired after a distinguished career in the Canadian Armed Forces. Loved as a Community Leader in Cubs and Scouts and the Anglican Church) Passed away peacefully at the Community Nursing Home in Port Perry on Saturday, December 13, 2014, at age 83 after losing his battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Walter Peters, beloved husband of 60 years to Marylois (nee Crook). Loved father of Glen Peters, Donna Thompson and Brian Peters. Loving grandfather of Matthew Peters, Nathan Peters, Amanda Peters, Leigh Thompson and Emily Thompson and great grandfather of Shannon Peters. The family of Walter Peters received friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME “McDermott-Panabaker Chapel” 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-9852171) on Wednesday, December 17th from 10 – 11a.m. A Service to celebrate his life was held in the Chapel at 11 a.m. with Reverend Jim Blackmore officiating followed by a reception in the Heritage Room of the funeral home. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com
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Merle passed away gently and peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2014 under the care of Dr. Pawley and the wonderful staff at the Lakeridge Health Centre in Port Perry. She will be lovingly remembered by her many friends and by her family: her nieces Mary Lou (Bob) and Barbara; her step and inlaw children Brad, Jennifer, Robb, Marie and Peter, her grandchildren both actual and recently adopted, Sarah, Jamie, Claire, Chris, Craig, Jeremy, Kayla, Chandler and Rob and by her great grandchildren, Tessa and Charlie. Merle was born in Canton, Ohio in 1919 and served overseas with the US armed forces as a flight nurse during World War II. She later moved to New York City where she became a flight attendant for Pan Am, met and married Brad Craig Heintzman and moved to and became a citizen of Canada. Until she was 92, Merle ran successfully and with an iron hand and will both an antique store and one of Durham County’s best loved B&B’s. A lover of her farm “Landfall” and all of its horses, dogs, cats, birds and squirrels, she stayed there until the very end lovingly cared for during the last months of her life by Gail, Gayle, Mary and Colleen to whom the family will be forever grateful. A celebration of Merle’s life will be held at Landfall Farm on Sunday, January 25, 2015 from 1 to 4 pm. Private interment Thornton Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Port Perry Hospital Foundation, 451 Paxton St. Port Perry, ON L9L 1L9. www.pphfoundation.ca, or the UxbridgeScugog Animal Shelter new building fund, a registered charity www.animal-shelter.ca. Some of Merle’s most devoted canine companions came from this shelter. Arrangements entrusted to the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171). Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com
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JUDITH ELIZABETH HELEN “JUDY” HUMBLE Peacefully, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease on Monday, December 8, 2014, at the Wynfield LTC in Oshawa, at age 64. Judy (nee Tanton), beloved wife of the late William Humble (2004) of Tottenham. Loving mother of Brad Humble and his wife Gillian and Scott Humble. Loved grandmother of Atticus and Elias. Dear sister of George Tanton, Pat O’Reilly (deceased), Ruth Gibson, and Carol Warriner. The family of Judy Humble received friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME “McDermott-Panabaker Chapel” 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905- 985-2171) on Tuesday, December 16th from 10 – 11a.m. A Service to celebrate her life was held in the Chapel at 11 a.m. with Reverend Elaine Hall officiating followed by a reception in the Heritage Room of the funeral home. Private interment Mount Tegart Cemetery, Tottenham. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com
In loving memory of our sons Rowen Claude – December 20, 2012 Trevor Lewis – December 30, 1981 Nothing can ever take away The love a heart holds dear Fond memories linger everyday Remembering keeps you near.
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Charges laid in Beaverton baseball bat bar brawl
Col. McGrady’s Pub & Grill in Uxbridge celebrated their third Annual Movember Fundraiser. The staff extends a special thanks to the patrons for their support, and congratulations to the winners of the raffle. This years Fundraiser raised $650 for the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation in recognition of Men’s Health Issues. Pictured is Niro, Manager of Col. McGrady’s Pub & Grill, presenting cheque to Jo-Anne Gray, Executive Director of the Uxbridge CotDAVE BRADT The Standard tage Hospital Foundation.
at 7 p.m. Everyone will be welcome to attend this special service of music and word. Sympathy is extended to Maggie Van Camp and her family on the passing of her Aunt Mary last week. Two former neighbours on Highway 7A passed away last week. Mike Post, now of Stratford, died last week at the age of 84 after a lengthy time of poor health. Sympathy is extended to his wife Maria and their children Eric, Mike and Karen and their families. Blackstock was well represented at the funeral that was held on Thursday. Also, Merle Heintzman of Landfall Farm passed away on Thursday at the age of 96. She operated
with minor injuries. The third male sustained serious injuries to his head after being struck with a baseball bat. He has been released from hospital. The entire incident was captured on surveillance video and investigators appealed to anyone who may have witnessed the altercation to contact them. Recently, police announced that they had charged five additional males, believed to combatants in the Beaverton baseball bat bar brawl. Jacob Halsall, 19, of Cannington and Michael Powell, 27, of Beaverton were charged with Aggravated Assault and Assault With a Weapon. Christopher Thaxter, 19,
of Beaverton was charged with Weapons Dangerous to Public Peace. Connor Cooke, 19, of Beaverton was charged with Assault Causing Bodily Harm, Assault With a Weapon and three counts of Breach Recognizance. Ethan MarkHodgkinson, 23, of Beaverton was charged with Assault Causing Bodily Harm, Assault With a Weapon and Possession Weapons Dangerous to Public Peace. Police add that Cooke and Halsall were held for bail hearings and Powell, Thaxter, and Mark-Hodgkinson were released on an OIC Undertaking. Investigators would like to thank the public for their assistance in this investigation.
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BLACKSTOCK by Joyce Kelly The weatherman seems to be having difficulty deciding what season we are in. Last Thursday there were piles of snow making driving conditions nasty. Now it seems almost spring like with the snow all melting. It makes it difficult for the farmers to harvest the corn that remains. On Sunday morning, a large congregation at the United Church enjoyed a musical treat when the Senior Choir presented the Cantata “Tapestry of Light: A Celtic Christmas Celebration” The Cantata Readers were Pat Obstfeld and Rev. Jennifer Uyryniw. The soloist was Janet Moore. There will be a joint Christmas Eve Service at Blackstock United
BROCK TOWNSHIP: Five additional males have been charged after one male was stabbed and two others struck with baseball bats outside a Beaverton bar last month. According to police, on Saturday, Nov. 15, at approximately 11:20 p.m., police were called to a fight outside the The Wing House restaurant on Simcoe St., in Beaverton. Two groups of men who were fighting outside the premise had fled prior to the arrival of police. During the altercation, one male was stabbed in the leg and two other males were assaulted with baseball bats. The injured males were treated at a local hospital with two being released
the Bed and Breakfast and the antique shop at the farm until she reached 92 years of age. Sympathy is extended to her relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held early in the New Year. Richard Van Camp hosted his family’s Christmas dinner on Sunday. Louise and Jeff Carroll, Lois and Glenn McLeod, Lawrence and Jan VanCamp, Maggie VanCamp, Doreen VanCamp and their families attended. Winners at the Tuesday evening card party were Harold Crawford, Laura Zyck, Muriel Tenant, Lorna Edgerton and Val Priebe. The specials were won by Peter Booth, Joyce Kelly, Laura Zyck and Audrey Mahaffy.
SUNDERLAND: The Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival got some sweet news recently as organizers prep for the 20th annual edition of the event in the form of a funding grant from the federal government. Brock, Haliburton and Kawartha Lakes MP Barry Devolin, on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, recently announced a total of $5,200 in funding to support the upcoming 20th edition of the Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival. The money comes from Heritage Canada’s Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program to assist with the execution of the 20th Annual Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival, which is scheduled to take place March 28 and 29 in Sunderland. “I am happy to see this support from the Government of Canada for the 20th edition of the Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival, a unique cultural experience that stimulates the local economy, promotes
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local artists and artisans, and brings the community closer together,” Devolin said in a press release. “ It is clear that festivals such as this, benefit the economy and enrich the cultural life of Canadians.” “I would like to thank Canadian Heritage for their generous contribution towards our 20th annual community celebration. With the layout of our small town and available space, the volunteer-led committee operates the event on a shoestring budget while keeping it free to the public,” said Paul South, Chair of the Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival. “This funding will allow us to enhance our entertainment and advertising budget with the addition of pioneer and native events.” Visitors to the festival will be able to enjoy a variety of family-oriented activities, including musical performances by local artists, historical tours, as well as heritage demonstrations. For further information on the 2015 Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival, please visit www.maplesyrupfestival.ca.
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UXBRIDGE: Do you fondly remember the 1960’s? Do you want to be part of the back stage team for a vibrant and exciting musical? The production team of ‘Hairspray: The Musical’ needs help bringing this era to life and creating the iconic look’that marks their wonderful show. If readers would like to join the hair and make-up team (there are a lot of wigs in this show!) please contact producer, Lisa Fearnley at lisa@powergate.ca. The show will take the stage at the Uxridge Music Hall from Thursday, Jan. 15 to Saturday, Jan. 17 and Thursday, Jan. 22 to Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015. Tickets and gift certificates are available on-line at www.OnStageUxbridge.com or by visiting the box office, located at 16 Main St. South, prior to the start of a showing.
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Pride and Prejudice production coming to Uxbridge Secondary School in January UXBRIDGE: The Uxbridge Secondary School Dramatic Arts Department is proud to present their own production of Jane Austin’s Pride and Prejudice next month. Selling over 20 million copies, Jane Austin’s, Pride and Prejudice is one of the most famous and beloved novels in English literature. Its popularity has resulted in the demand of audiences for a dramatization of the novel-- ours being one of them. All of the wit and romance of Jane Austen’s classic 1813 novel come to life in this refreshingly fast-paced
and engaging new adaptation. Finding a husband is hardly Elizabeth Bennet’s most urgent priority. But with four sisters, an overzealous match-making mother, and a string of unsuitable suitors, it’s difficult to escape the subject. When the independent-minded Elizabeth meets the handsome but enigmatic Mr. Darcy, she is determined not to let her feelings triumph over her own good sense -- but the truth turns out to be slipperier than it seems. In a society where subtle snubs and deceit proliferate, is it possible for Elizabeth and
Darcy to look beyond his pride and her prejudice, and to make the best match of all? Filled with brilliant wordplay, laughter, dance and gorgeous costumes, Pride and Prejudice is a delightful theatrical experience that will appeal to all. Come out to support the dedicated students of Uxbridge Secondary School and experience the magic of Jane Austen’s world. Shows are on the evening of Jan. 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17, 2015. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., curtain at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 and will be available at the door.
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