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Parkette sale challenged by local residents DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

UXBRIDGE: Local residents packed council chambers on Monday (Jan. 27) night to voice their concerns over the proposed sale of the King St. parkette. Council held a public planning meeting to discuss the move, which would require a zoning by-law amendment to convert the parkette to a residential building lot. Since 2011, parks department staff have been conducting playground reviews, and according to Manager of Recreation Facilities and Parks Bob Ferguson, compared to other township parks, the King St. parkette is a low-use park, and is currently, the smallest park in the municipality. Mr. Ferguson added that annual maintenance of the park currently costs between $500 and $1,000. As well, frequent changes to playground standards in recent years has left the park stripped of most of its equipment. “Playground standards have changed three times since 1999, and the only remaining equipment is a swing set. The rest of the equipment was removed due to safety standards,” added Mr. Ferguson. Early in the meeting, Regional Councillor Jack Ballinger proposed a solution to the issue that would see the park re-zoned, but kept as greenspace. “My personal feeling is that I don’t like to lose greenspace,” said Councillor Ballinger. “It could be re-zoned now and kept as a park.” Local resident Gerry Oldham was the first to address council, and has been involved with efforts to maintain the property as a park for more than 30 years, including circulating a petition in 1983 when the township first investigated a possible sale of the park. “I think our neighbourhood has enjoyed this park for 40 years and I’m hopeful for another 40 years,” said Ms. Oldham. In her comments to council, Ms. Oldham took issue with the park being characterized as vacant and abandoned. “Aside from a slide, to the best of my knowledge the town has never upgraded the park’s equipment when compared to other areas,” commented Ms. Oldham. “If it appears abandoned, then the blame lies with the town.” Ms. Oldham added that the parkette was recently assigned a green number, and surveying recently took place on the property. TURN TO PAGE 2

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SNOW DAY, DOG DAY: Saturday’s snow storm didn’t bother these dogs, or their musher; at the tenth annual Cannington Dog Sled Races. Racers and spectating families bundled up and braved the weather for a full day of outdoor fun and music. Take a look at more photos BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard of the other activities featured, on Page 3 of this week’s Standard.

Greenbank profits benefit several projects BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

SCUGOG: The income collected from Greenbank Airport’s fill site has been allocated to a variety of projects by Scugog council. At council chambers on Jan. 27, Township staff reported that fill site revenues equal $268,764, with an additional $210,000 estimated from future income, for a total of $478,764, less expenses. “There are a lot of things I would like to do, and thankfully we have a short term opportunity from the fill revenue fund to knock off some work we could otherwise not accomplish,” said Scugog Mayor Chuck Mer-

cier. “There are things that need to be done, but we do not have $4 Million, so let’s do what we can now and not have these projects be left for the budget of coming years.” The influx of additional revenue from the fill project at Greenbank Airport led to several additions to the 2014 municipal budget, including $75,000 to the replacement of Port Perry’s streetlights with more efficient LED bulbs, $50,000 for sidewalk repairs, $100,00 for the pre-engineering of Crandell St. repairs, and a $37,500 donation to the Port Perry Hospital Fund. An additional $100,000 will be set aside as an environmental and legal reserve, leaving an estimated total of $116,264 in the fill revenue account.

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Residents opposed to potential park sale F RO M PAG E 1

Former Councillor Susan Self also appeared before council to protest the potential sale. In her comments, Ms. Self pointed to a report issued by Township Clerk Debbie Leroux on Oct. 7 that stated the park could potentially be worth $144,000 as a residenSat., Feb. 8 tial building lot. However, 2 - 5 p.m. since the property would have to be serviced at a cost of approximately $50,000, 180 Mary St., 2nd Floor the sale would ultimately net Port Perry the municipality $94,000. Ms. Self noted Meet the ND & learn how17/01/2014 However, that08:17 several fees including naturopathic medicine can those for legal representahelp improve your health tion and a real estate agent were not included, poten1-877-537-0744 tially downgrading the total leannebarfootnd@gmail.com income for the township to around $50,000. As well, Ms. Self took issue with the money from the potential sale being put into a general revenue fund. “If it is your intention to sell public greenspace which can never be replaced - there is a moral obligation to put the money back into the parks and rec department and not use it as a one per cent budget decrease in an election year.” Ms. Self added that a no-

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tice given to nearby residents of the park described it as a “former parkette.” Another local resident noted that the sale of the park would not match up with other initiatives undertaken by the township to promote physical activity amongst young people. “If we’re supposed to be encouraging children to be active, then it seems very shortsighted to sell off greenspace,” said Leslie Edwards. Ward 4 Councillor Jacob Mantle commented that the sale is not merely about money, but part of a larger plan for the future of parks in Uxbridge Township. “Our goal is not just a cash grab, we’re trying to make the best decision for the entire township,” said Councillor Mantle. “We do care about our playground and recreation infrastructure, and we’re just trying to figure out the best strategy going forward.” Residents wishing to comment on the potential sale of the King St. parkette can do so by submitting comments to the township’s clerks department by Monday, Feb. 10 at Town Hall, located at 51 Toronto St. South.

BE MINE: (Clockwise from top left) Scugog fire fighter Jared Olsen is joined by Krista Duke and Brianna McDonnell from Big Brothers Big Sisters North Durham and fellow fire fighter Mike Waller in preparation for the upcoming ‘Fire It Up’ Valentine’s Dance on Friday, Feb. 7 at the Scugog Community Centre. Tickets for the dance are $15 each or $ 20 at the door and can be purchased from Todd at Station #1 (30 Crandell St.) or the Scout Hall, located at 15585 Simcoe St., or by calling 905-213-7604. DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

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The 10th annual Cannington Dog Sled Races were a resounding success, amid the blizzard-like conditions of Saturday, Jan. 25. In addition to dogs and mushers, the event featured a glass blowing show, the chance for kids to ride a sled, Métis music and dancing, hatchet throwing and ice carving. Many families bundled up and turned out for a day of outdoor fun in the snow. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

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After 35 years Officer Ron Crouch hangs up his badge DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

NORTH DURHAM: After a 35-year career in law enforcement spanning two continents, local North Division police officer Ron Crouch will be hanging up his badge this week. The veteran officer has been with Durham Regional Police since 1992 after beginning his career in law enforcement in his native England in 1978. Since 2002, Officer Crouch has worked out of DRPS’ North Division. However, his journey to become a police officer began several years earlier. “It was 1971, and human rights was in its infancy, so they turned me down because I was too short. Half an inch too short,” said Officer Crouch. So, instead Officer Crouch joined the Merchant Navy as a navigator, an adventure that allowed him the opportunity to see the world. “I had this romantic idea of girls in grass skirts and tropical islands.” recalled Officer Crouch “During the next six years I worked aboard oil tankers, including super tankers, general cargo ships and container ships. I never did meet any girls in grass skirts during that time, but I sure saw a lot of sea and a lot of desert and had many adventures along the way. My fondest memories are of navigating the Norwegian fjords.” In January 1978, Officer Crouch joined the Sussex Police, and was posted to the busy seaside town of Brighton for 11 years before spending an additional 18 months in the village of Storrington. It was a turbulent time in the UK, and according to Officer Crouch, led to several violent incidents. “Respect for the police was nonexistent. Just about every arrest resulted in a fight; few were willing to come quietly.” Officer Crouch told The Standard. “This was the era of riots across the UK, including the almost decapitation

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A familiar face in the community since joining North Division in 2002, Officer Ron Crouch will be retiring from the Durham Regional Police this week after a 35-year career in law enforcement that began in his native England. SUBMITTED PHOTO of Constable Keith Blakelock during the Brixton riots.” In July of 1990, Officer Crouch arrived in Canada after 10 years of applications, but the trip was almost very short-lived. “I almost went back in the first hour, because I ran into Canadian bureaucracy,” said Officer Crouch. After a series of jobs, and subsequent lay-offs led him to almost return to his native England after just 18 months, Officer Crouch was hired by Durham Regional Police, spending time in the Major Crimes Unit in Oshawa before heading to North Division in 2002. Widely respected throughout the department, the interview with The Standard prior to his final night shift on the force was frequently interrupted by well-wishing comrades who came to pay respect to Officer Crouch. “Ron genuinely wants to help people - even career criminals - he wants to get to the root of the problem so that he never has to see you again for the wrong reasons,” said Constable Craig Mullen. “The compassion that he shows people, I haven’t seen in another officer that I’ve worked with.” According to Officer Mullen, the positive impact Officer Crouch has had on the community over his 11 years at North Division is evident everyday. “Not a single day goes by that someone doesn’t stop

to thank Ron for the things he’s done to help them and the way he’s treated them,” added Officer Mullen. Aside from his career in law enforcement, Officer Crouch is also an avid painter as well as a writer. In recent years, Officer Crouch has self-published a children’s book and had two adult books published by Books We Love, a crime/romance novel set in Ontario and a crime mystery set in England. As retirement from the force looms, Officer Crouch is looking forward to publishing a memoir of his experiences over a 35-year career in policing. In a career marked by highs and lows, it’s the camaraderie of the position that Officer Crouch will remember most fondly. “What I think I’ll miss most is the banter and laughter in the locker room at the end of the shift between he crossover of the two platoons,” Officer Crouch said. “And the old guys I sit with in the morning at McDonald’s.” His legacy of compassion for all people will live on through the efforts of those proud to have served alongside him with DRPS. “Ron has taught me aspects of policing that I’ll carry over through my career and pass on to younger officers,” Officer Mullen said. “Ron has made me a better police officer.”

Following a stint in the Merchant Navy, Officer Crouch began his law enforcement career in his native England with the Sussex Police in 1978. SUBMITTED PHOTO

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BLACKSTOCK by Mary Jean Till No doubt you have seen information about hockeyville on television. Blackstock Arena has been nominated and the committee is asking for the community’s help big time. We are all asked to vote for Blackstock by going on to www.krafthockeyville.com as soon as possible. Tell your friends and anyone who will help. Voting closes on Thursday, Feb. 6, so act soon. Let them snow that Blackstock exists and cares. A large crowd braved the cold on Wednesday to attend the Agricultural Society’s annual meeting. John Goslin welcomed everyone and after Grace by Joyce Kelly a delicious dinner was enjoyed. Greeting were brought by OAAS Directors Bill Tomlinson and Marion Blackburn, Mayor Chuck Mercier and members of Council. Dennis Yellowlees accounced the Field Crop winners with Luke Carnaghan winning the Hall Trophy. Reports for the 2013 year were reviewed. Retiring vice president John Goslin and Presedent Joan Swain gave their

remarks. The new slate of officers is Past President Joan Swain, President Dale VanCamp, Vice President- Craig Larmer, Homecraft PresidentBrenda Jones, Homecraft Vice President- Courtney Pereters. Next meeting is March 12. Cartwright Central Public School appreciates all the volunteers in areas of numeracy, literacy and help with the breakfast programme. Paid positions for lunch supervisors from 10:50 to 11:50 are available. If you are interested call the school at 905-986-4227. Marion (Thompson) Marlow passed away last week. Her sister Elaine Bailey, and nieces and nephew, Joy and Ian Rudkin, Larry and Carol Werry, Tara and Bailey Taylor attended a gathering in Marion’s honour on Sunday afternoon in Dundas. At the annual meeting of the United Church, it was decided to ask the younger people to tell either the minister or some member what would make our services more meaningful for them. Do give

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it some serious thought and help us to update our worship. Tuesday night was double double with double the prize winners on a very cold evening. 1. Doris Manns, Norm Lackner, 2. Gerry McArthur, Muriel Tenant, 3. Marilyn Trunks, Lawrence McLaughlin 4. Diane Slute, Al Bowness 5. Laura Zyck, Val Priebe LowIda Morgan, Marie Gibson. Specials- Ida Morgan, Elmo Gibson ((2) Ellen Gibson, Joyce Hawkins, Laura Zyck.

(From left) Sylvia enjoyed a hot soup lunch served up recently by North House volunteers Christine and Teresa at St. Andrew’s-Chalmers Church in Uxbridge. The next soup lunch is scheduled at the church on Wednesday, Feb. 12, between noon and 1:30 p.m. DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard

NORTH DURHAM 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. * Teen Zumba, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m., Uxpool, ages - 13 - 18, 905-852-7831, camps@ town.uxbridge.on.ca * Mish Mash Dance Class, 5 p.m. - 6 p.m., ages 9 - 12, 905-852-7831 camps@ town.uxbridge.on.ca * Bridge and, regular and bid, 1 p.m., Latcham Centre, Port Perry Seniors. * Sunderland Legion, Bingo, 7 p.m. * TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), Port Perry United Church, 6-8 p.m., info 905-985-9454. * Euchre, 7:30 p.m., St. John’s Anglican Church, Blackstock, year round, sponsored by the Cartwright Seniors. * Men’s Promise Keepers, 7 a.m., Emmanuel Community Church, Reach St., Port Perry (across from arena). * The Port Perry Artists’ Association meets upstairs at Vos’ 7 p.m. * Durham Hospice Bereavement Support Group, 7-9 p.m., 14 Brock St. E., Uxbridge, free, all welcome, call Athanas 905-852-4461 to register. * Port Perry Senior’s Gentle Exercise, 10:30 a.m., Latcham Centre, 905-9854086. * Brock Township Public Library, Beaverton Branch, Fall Storytime, 10:30 a.m., three to six-year-olds. * North Durham Community Bible Study (interdenominational) meeting, 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m., Baptist church, 231 Brock St., W. Every Wednesday * #41 Port Perry Army Cadets training night, 6:30 - 9 p.m., Port Perry High School, info: www.41portperryrcacc.com * Port Perry Senior’s Chorus, 12:30 p.m., Latcham Centre, Gord Emmerson 905-982-8745. * North House and Community Churches Soup Lunch, until March, 12 - 1:30 p.m., St. Andrew’s-Chalmers Presbyterian Church, Uxbridge. * Divorce Care Support Group, 7 p.m.

starting Oct. 12 for 6 weeks, Emmanuel Community Church, 905-985-4441. * Beginning Oct. 12, six week journey into The Gospel of John, 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., Emmanuel Community Church 1680 Reach St. 905-985-4441. * Handicapable Ministry’, Trinity United Church, 20 First Ave., Uxbridge 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. All special needs women and men are welcome, info 905-8526213. * North Durham Concert Band meets 7 p.m., R.H.Cornish School, new members welcome. * West Shore Village progressive and refreshments, 905-985-8660. * Port Perry Senior’s Watercolours, 11:30 a.m., Latcham Centre, (must purchase own supplies), 905-473-5405. * Port Perry Senior’s Crafts and Woodcarving, 9 a.m., Latcham Centre, Gord Emmerson 905-982-8745. * Join IODE Women Who Make A Difference IODE, Susie Sorabji Chapter will meet in the evening during the fall, women of all ages are invited to attend and learn about volunteer work with IODE. * Brownies, Nestleton Community Centre 6:15 - 7:30 p.m., call Debra 905986-1803. * AA Meeting, 8 p.m. Port Perry Goodtide Group, (speaker meeting, family, friends welcome) Port Perry United Church (basement) 294 Queen St., 905-728-1020. * Scugog Duplicate Bridge Club games 1 p.m. afternoon, Prince Albert Community Centre, info: Leslie 905982-1084. * Brock Township Public Library, Cannington Branch, Fall Storytime 11 a.m., three to six-year-olds. * Brock Township Public Library, Sunderland Branch, Fall Storytime 2:15 p.m., three to six-year-olds. * 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 * Sparks level of Girl Guides, Blackstock United Church, 5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. info: 905-986-1803. * Guides level of Girl Guides, Blackstock United Church, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., info: 905-986-1803.

* Pathfinders level of Girl Guides, Blackstock United Church, 7 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. info: 905-986-1803. * ‘Soups on Us,’ organized by five local churches and a Parents Support Group, Church of the Ascension Hall, 266 North St., Port Perry, noon - 1:30 p.m. * Weekly euchre, Prince Albert Community Centre, 7:30 p.m. * 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. * ‘Write Nite’, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m., Scugog Memorial Library, Port Perry, bring pen, paper info: 905-985-8359. Every Friday * AA Meeting, 8 p.m., Caesarea Community Hall, Reg. Rd. 57, (beside firehall), 905-728-1020. * Sunderland Legion, Partners euchre , 7:30 p.m. * Sunderland Farmer’s Market (arena parking lot), 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. until end of October. * Brock Township Public Library, Cannington Branch, Fall Storytime 11 a.m., three to six-year-olds. * Brock Township Public Library, Beaverton Branch, Tales for Twos 10:30 a.m. two-year-olds. Every Saturday Brock Township Public Library, Beaverton Cannington and Sunderland Branches, Drop-in Craft, 10:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. all ages. Every Sunday * AA Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Port Perry Goodtide 12 step discussion group (alcoholics only) Port Perry United Church (upstairs), 294 Queen St., 905-728-1020. * July and Aug., ‘Praise in the Park,’ hosted by the Churches of Uxbridge, 6:30 p.m., Centennial Park behind municipal office, bring lawn chair. * Sunday Cruisin’ For Charity, noon 5 p.m. Fast Eddie’s Diner, 4029 Brock Rd, Uxbridge. * Aquafit for Teens, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., ages 13 - 17, 905-852-7831 camps@ town.uxbridge.on.ca

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GREENBANK by Mary Jean Till The Greenbank Public School choir and Glee Club did an amazing job performing at the Oshawa Generals game on Sunday Evening (Jan. 26)! Great job Kids! The school is beginning a Little Ceasers Pizza fundraiser this week until mid-February. Inquire at the school for more info. Ticket winners this week were Keaton P. -perseverance: Bradyn A.responsibility; Aiden H. –organization; Farrah,-respect. Congratulations. February is Heart and

Stroke Month and I thank Louise Pearn for taking on my job as captain for Greenbank area the past 11 or 12 years. Please support the local volunteer who will be knocking on your door for donations on wintry days that are certainly cold this year! It is with sadness I write that Glen’s and my brother-in-law, Betty Stone’s brother, Mary’s husband, Ross Real passed away Tuesday, January 21, at Markham-Stouffville Hospital. He will be

missed, yet remembered by family and all who knew him. Visiting from Windsor with John and JoAnne Olivers on the weekend were Mark Olivers, Tricia and their baby Arianna. Congratulations and best wishes to Don Beacock at Seagrave who celebrated his 70th birthday on Jan. 25. Several Greenbank friends joined in the party. Church News Sunday greeters where Peter and Susan Duivesteyn. Happy Birthday

was sung to nine-year-old Keaton Phoenix. Bible Jeopardy answers were given by Sophie, Ilah, Carter and Joel. Joanne Olivers announced advanced tickets are still available for next Sunday’s (Feb. 2) Lasagna Supper at the church – 5 p.m. (Take outs are available) or 6:30 p.m. sittings – adults $10; child 6-12 - $5; under free. Call 985-3586 or any U.C.W. members for your tickets ASAP. Feb.2, 10 to 11 am. Coffee and muffins at church

prior to service. Feb.4, at Cambridge U.C. Lindsay, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m plus $10 lunch, a forum will be held to discuss the future role of ministry in the Kawartha-Highland Presbytery where only 50 per cent of the United Churches are served by ordained ministers. To carpool, please call John at 905-449-8608. At Sunday’s service Cheryl Quantrill welcomed interim organist/ choir leader, Josette BlaisJoel, who led the music

anthem “As We Come Together”. New choir members are always welcomepractice Thurs. 7:30 p.m. at the church. Pauline Reed spoke of how M&S funds help feed the homeless and hungry in Canada with over 10 per cent homeless in Toronto alone, an increasing problem in need of support. Part of the message time was open mic. feedback of ideas of service time at 11 a.m. church and children’s time on Sundays.

CAESAREA by Eleanor Colwell Do you like to knit or crochet? Or, would you like to learn to knit or crochet? Here’s your opportunity. Every Tuesday at the Caesarea Church Hall they’re knitting and crocheting up a storm, making baby items with donated yarn. Come and learn, share patterns and knowledge, and work on your craft projects. Socialize and enjoy refreshments with us, too. All yarn donations are greatly appreciated. Check with Joyce at

905-986-0777 to confirm the time and location, as it sometimes changes. Hope to see you soon. Blackstock & District Lions Club Plans are underway to visit the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guide School in Oakville during their Open House in April. We’ll go by bus and this would be an opportunity for you to join us. More information will be available closer to the date.

The annual Omemee Sweetheart Curling Bonspiel is coming up on Saturday, February 8, and the Blackstock Lions are putting together three teams. This is a stretch for some of us, being that we are still just beginners. However, it is a good day of fun! At our February 19th dinner meeting, we will welcome our Region Chairperson Lion Jim Preston who is a member of the Sunderland Lions Club. We look forward

to Lion Jim’s message. Just a very last minute reminder that we host our annual Lions Effective Speaking Contest at the Nestleton Hall this year beginning at 8 p.m., on Wednesday, February 5. Students from grades six, seven, and eight will be delivering their three to five minute speeches and would enjoy an audience. So, please, put the date on your calendar and join us.

familiar Presbytery model of asking each person to $10 toward the cost of lunch and refreshments for the day. Feb. 9 - 9:15 a.m. Church Service. 10:15 a.m. COFFEE HOUR hosted by the U.C.W. ladies. Feb. 11 - noon Out To Lunch - Menu is Roast Pork, potatoes, veggies, dessert, tea and coffee. Please call Donna at 985 -8350 by Feb. 9 to reserve a seat Entertainment by the Travelling Troubadour. To reserve a seat, please call Donna Wanamaker at 905-985-8350 by Feb. 9. If you require a ride, please call Don Real at 705-357-3871. Attendees are asked to please bring a non-perishable item for the Operation Scugog Food Bank. Feb. 13 - 7 p.m. ‘Opening the Doors to Spirituality’ Bible Study with Rev. Paul. Everyone is welcome to attend. Feb. 15 - 9 a.m. Seagrave United Chuch Men’s Group Valentine Breakfast. Cost is $15 per couple or $8 single. Please contact Don Real at 705-357-3871 or donreal0@gmail.com or Rick McAskill at 905-985-8383 or barberick@sympatico.ca if you plan on attending.

Feb. 17 - 7 p.m. Annual Seagrave Congregational Meeting, please note teh change of date. If you have news for an upcoming edition of this column, please contact mrsdruske@hotmail.com or grammiejean2010@hotmail.com.

SEAGRAVE by Robin Drew & Jean Short A large group of people gathered at Seagrave Church on Saturday to celebrate the 70th birthday of Don Beacock. His wife, Betty Lou and his three sons, Lee, Blair and Craig did a great job in surprising him. Aunt Bee’s General Store is now open! The long awaited opening of Aunt Bee’s General Store happened this past Friday afternoon! During the week of January 26 to February 2, please stop in for a free cup of delicious coffee as Aunt Bee’s welcomes the community to their store. Belinda is hoping that the community provides input into what products they’d like to see available and welcomes feedback at auntbeesgs@gmail.com or by stopping in for a visit. Church News Don Beacock thanked the UCW for providing the refreshments for his party and Eleanor Sturman in turn thanked the ladies of the Church who all helped with the food. Some fundraisers for the church were suggested... perhaps a trip to the Aquarium in Toronto, or an Oshawa Generals hockey game. More information will follow.

Mya Puckrin visited the Birthday Box this week. Mya and Avery Puckrin then gave their answers for Bible Jeopardy. Next weeks contestants are Avery Puckrin and Kim McCann. Betty Lou Beacock`s term as Secretary for the Official Board ends this year. If you would consider taking on this role, please contact Don Real at donreal0@gmail.com. Coming Events Feb. 2 - 9:15 a.m. Church service. Feb. 4 - 9:30 a.m. The Ministry Circle of Kawartha Highlands Presbytery is holding a full day workshop facilitated by the EDGE Network, to learn about different governance models, regional and cooperative ministries... to learn about new ways to offer leadership to membership.... to discover anew where God is calling us as the body of Christ in our communities. Each congregation is requested to bring two or three people. Please RSVP by January 30 to Wanda Stride at wstride@sympatico.ca or (705) 4392475 so the Cambridge Street UCW knows how many to serve for lunch. Please note, that we are following the

EPSOM & UTICA by Shari Kerry Congratulations and belated birthday wishes go out to Matthew Burkholder, who celebrated his sixteenth birthday on Jan. 21. There will be Euchre in the portable at Utica on Friday Jan. 31, at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. The Port Perry High School Music Department is holding a ‘Bucks for Britain’ fundrasing Gala to benefit the music students participating in the 2014 concert tour across England and Wales on Saturday, Feb. 8. This is an evening of dinner, dancing, entertainment and silent auction. To reserve your $75 ticket or for sponsorship information, please contact Krista Craig at 289-928-8183 or bucksforbritainsponsor@gmail.com. The annual general membership meeting is this Sunday after a shortened service.

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SCUGOG ISLAND UNITED CHURCH

19100 Island Road, Port Perry A warm welcome to all 905-985-4094 SUNDAY, February 2 10 a.m. Morning Service

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

MAGIC CARPET RIDE: Kids from the Hunter and Snook families had a ball while tobogganing down an icy slope next to the Uxbridge Arena, recently. The families get out to slip and slide nearly every weekend. BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

SCUGOG ISLAND by Jeanne C. Le Saux-Ball Call to worship was called by the Rev Michele Hofman and a warm welcome went out to all who attended the service, thanks and appreciation goes out to Glen Carol for providing the refreshments at the time for fellowship. There will be a planning meeting for the world Day of Prayer on Thursday, Jan. 30, at 10 a.m. in the Lower Hall of the Church, everyone is welcome to come. Sweethearts Dinner was listed at being at 5 p.m., on Saturday, Feb. 8, when I should have said 6 p.m. The dinner is at the Scugog Island hall, and are $15.00 per person Tickets how ever are currently sold out but in the event that there is a cancelation please Call Elizabeth Freeman at 905-985-6759, to see if you could be put

on a stand by list. The First Nation Community, was treated to a outing this past Saturday to Toronto to see the Heartbeat of Home and dinner on the way back a good time was had by all who attended and dared to venture out. Last Wednesday, the First Nation Community held a New Year a New You wellness evening and had a good turn out and evening out. Happy Birthdays this week goes out to: Ken Stowell-Smith 26th, Stephen Sliwa, Cathy Crozier 28th, and Roy Gerrow on the 30th and Happy Birthday to anyone who may have been missed!! I can be reached at 905-985-7662 by phone or at jc.lesaux@me.com by e-mail.

ST. JOHN’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 319 Queen Street, Port Perry Pastor Robert Kennedy 905-985-3881 www.stjohnsportperry.com SUNDAY, February 2 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:

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

looks forward to his fall wedding. Best wishes to all those others who are sick with a variety of illnesses. Health-wise this winter seems to particularly bad, along with the temperatures. The fishing boys don’t seem to mind and go well prepared to eat regardless of what they catch! At Zephyr on Wednesday, the movie was “The Help”, a poignant story about the lives of those ladies who acted as nannies to the rich folk of the south, during the late 1950s and early 1960s. It is sad to know that in some parts of the south a similar attitude still exists. That evening the choir met for the first time since Christmas. On Thursday, the ladies of the UCW met for a delicious pot-luck lunch before getting down to the business of choosing the executive, putting groups together and suggesting programmes for the future. It was decided

not to hold a meeting in February but we will be doing the Souper lunch at the Presbyterian church on Feb. 5. March is particularly busy with the pancake supper at the Sandford Hall on Tuesday, March 4, World Day of Prayer on Friday, Mar. 7, Souper lunch is scheduled for Wednesday, March 19 and regular meeting on Thursday, March 27 (Group 1). The Book Club met that evening, for discussion on C.S. Lewis’s ”The Great Divorce”. Both Sandford and Zephyr congregations will meet at Zephyr at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 2. Jay Hooper is serving as guest minister. On Thursday, Feb. 6 the next video at Sandford will be shown of the series “The System Belongs to God”. Thursday, Feb. 9 is Sandford’s Annual Congregational meeting; the following Sunday is Zephyr’s.

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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

14460 Simcoe St., Port Perry newsongportperry.ca Sunday, February 2, 10 a.m. Nursery and Sunday School (Anglican Network in Canada) All are Welcome. (905) 982-2064 or newsongadmin@powergate.ca

PORT PERRY and PRINCE ALBERT UNITED CHURCHES

Rev. Elaine Hall - Rev. Don Willmer 905-985-2801 SUNDAY, February 2 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

UXBRIDGE TRINITY UNITED CHURCH 20 First Avenue Pastor Kirby Constable 905-852-6213 www.trinityuxbridge.com

ZEPHYR & SANDFORD by Pat Asling Winter - will it ever let up? We are still better off than many places, especially those much further south who can’t physically cope with snow removal and cold weather. Our icy conditions continue to cause misfortune. Len Bayard slipped and smashed his heel, thus needing an operation. Margaret Hackner has been moved to MacKenzie Health Centre, in Richmond Hill. She changed residences on Thursday. Bob and Evelyn Cox-Meek were down to see her on Friday and help cheer her up with a game of her favourite cards. Son Grant was also here for the weekend and was able to spend time with her. It is a longer drive from his home but easier for local friends to visit. Brenda Moore is also in the same facility while husband Ken is still a patient in South Lake hospital; Hopefully Danny continues to improve and

SACRED HEART ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

Join us on Sunday morning at 10 a.m. A contemporary worship experience in a relaxed environment.

Staff: Dr. Fred Penney, Lead Pastor Scott Manuel, Youth 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,’

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION

(Anglican Church of Canada)

Rev. John Anderson

266 North St., Port Perry Phone: 905-985-7278 ascension@powergate.ca www.ascensionportperry.com Sunday, February 2 The Presentation of the Lord - Candlemas Service 10 a.m. Eucharist

Sunday, February 2 SUNDAY WORSHIP AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 10 a.m. COME and BE ENGAGED by the GOOD NEWS

VICTORY CHRISTIAN CENTRE 593 Alma St., Port Perry,

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

Sunday School and Nursery available

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!

Rev. Paul Moorhouse 905-985-7766

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SUNDAY, February 2 Greenbank (Hwy 12, minutes. N. of Pt. Perry) 11 a.m. Service

Seagrave (in the beautiful hamlet of Seagrave) 9:15 a.m. Service

Everyone is Welcome Children’s Time with Services

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EDITORIAL Park it The search for new revenue streams can be tricky to navigate for local members of council, and recently, Uxbridge council decided to investigate the possible sale of the King St. parkette in an effort to boost Township coffers in the wake of a stagnant tax base and dwindling support from the province. However, the community took notice, and turned out in droves at a recent council meeting to voice their displeasure with the proposed move. Not only would the move rob the neighbourhood of more than 100 homes of a park, necessitating residents to cross busy roadways to access remaining parks, which can be especially hazardous with young children. But it is unlikely that the lost greenspace in the urban area would ever be restored making it a strictly one-time boost to township revenue. As well, it would be a limited boost with the township only netting approximately $100,000 - roughly one per cent of the overall municipal budget - when the sale is complete, according to a recent report from the township’s clerks department. In 1970, the Optimist Club presented the park as a gift to the municipality with the expectation that it would be enjoyed by generations of youngsters in the community. Presumably, it was not the intention of the donors for the park to be sold a little more than 40 years later for minimal financial gain for the municipality. We are constantly bombarded with stories about inactive children, and the need for more places for young people to engage in outdoor physical activity, so why is the Township of Uxbridge suddenly doing a about-face and looking to dispose of this park permanently? Councils around the province should be looking to add greenspace, not sell it off. In the end, the choice to dispose of this park will ultimately not bring in nearly enough dollars to the township to make any sense at all.

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Legion is calling all veterans To the Editor, Through the Royal Canadian Legion branches, Ontario Command is preparing the publication of a ‘Military Service Recognition Book’. This is a reference book for the community and will be available in public libraries and legion branches. It will not be for sale. Branch 419, Royal Canadian Legion, Port Perry is in search of all military personnel or families of military personnel in the Township of Scugog. They may be active, retired

or deceased. Being a present or past member of a legion branch is not necessary. Those having served overseas or in Canada are all eligible to fill out an application. The applicant may be from the service of World War I, World War II, Korea, Afghanistan, Peacekeeper, Reservist or other. This can be from Army, navy, Air Force, Merchant Navy or other. This is a very informative and large project. Your involvement will be much appreciated as we would like

to involve as many military personnel as possible. The branch has a short time frame to complete our part of the project, so please respond as soon as possible. Applications may be picked up at the branch, located at 484 Bay St. in Port Perry, or we can get one to you. For more information, please call President Dave Durham at 905-985-8502 or Barb Doupe at 905-985-2022. Barb Doupe Port Perry

Taxing times in Scugog To the Editor, It was with a heightened sense of concern that I read the latest news regarding the upcoming township budget. Unlike those employed by the public sector, those in the private sector and on fixed income find that we can no longer absorb these tax increases. Since moving to Port Perry in 1998, I have seen my taxes increase by more than 130 per cent. In the current economy, which those not in the public sector find ourselves in, we are told to accept pay freezes and even pay cuts, never mind coming anywhere remotely close to keeping up

with the tax rate increases. This process of regularly going to the taxpayer and getting them to ‘foot the bill’ is not a sustainable one and we are rapidly approaching the limit. As tax payers when our costs increased we are required to make cuts in other areas. As a council you were duly elected and are required as well as expected to make those decisions necessary to, at most, limit tax increases to the rate of inflation. The present council needs to review the needs of the people and align the budget accordingly. Henry Wielinga Scugog Island

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Uxbridge woman hurt in Lake Ridge Rd. crash NORTH DURHAM: A four-vehicle collision yesterday morning in Whitby resulted in the transport of a 59-year-old Uxbridge woman to a Toronto trauma hospital with lifethreatening injuries. According to police, on Monday, Jan. 27, just before noon, Central West Division officers responded to a four-vehicle collision on Lakeridge Rd. near Columbus Rd. in Whitby involving multiple injuries. Witnesses reported a Chrysler PT Cruiser was travelling northbound on Lakeridge Rd. when the female driver lost control and crossed into the oncoming lane of traffic. The

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PT Cruiser collided with two southbound pick-up trucks, a Toyota and a Chevrolet. A fourth vehicle, a Pontiac Sunfire was following behind the PT Cruiser and became involved in the collision when it was struck by one of the pick-up trucks. The driver of the PT Cruiser, a 59-year-old Uxbridge woman, was transported from the collision scene to a local hospital and later transported to a Toronto trauma hospital, where she remains in critical condition. The occupants of the other three vehicles sustained only minor injuries. The road was closed for several

hours while members from the Collision Investigation Unit processed the scene. The weather is believed to have been a factor in this collision. Anyone with new information regarding this collision or the activities of the involved parties prior to the collision is requested to contact D/Cst. Bryson of the DRPS Collision Investigation Unit at 1-888579-1520, ext. 5255. Anonymous tips can be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477(TIPS) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

Feb Fest returns to Lake Scugog shores next week SCUGOG: A popular Port Perry event will return for its second year next month, warming up the community in one of the coldest months of the year. Presented jointly by the Port Perry BIA, the Auxiliary to Lakeridge Health Port Perry and Durham Children’s Aid Foundation, the second annual Feb Fest takes place on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Port Perry, encompassing the Latcham Centre, Palmer Park and downtown Port Perry and featuring several activities and events. Feb Fest features the return of the Soup For Thought cook-off, running until 1:30 p.m. Local residents will once again put their best recipes up against one another in competition for the Golden Ladel, raising funds and awareness for the Durham Children’s Aid Foundation in the process. Local students have decorated more than 250 soup bowls for the event. Entry is $20 and includes a soup bowl. Last year’s Soup For Thought helped raise more than $5,000 for local youth. Once again, Feb Fest will also be running in conjunction with the seventh annual Auxiliary to Lakeridge Health Port Perry Polar Plunge, featuring teams of those brave enough to dip into Lake Scugog to raise funds for the hospital. The plunge takes place at 2 p.m. in Palmer Park and will also feature a number of activities, entertainment and refreshments for spectators before, during and after the plunge. An awards ceremony will be held for plungers in the Latcham Centre following the event. The Scugog Shores Museum will also be holding games and demonstrations at the Rotary Gazebo in Palmer Park, including spinning wool, wood cutting and more. Several downtown merchants will also be ‘freezing

the tax’ and offering warm drinks in-store to shoppers that day. Anyone interested in registering for the Polar Plunge can pick up a brochure at Camille’s Corner Gift Shop in Lakeridge Health Port Perry or Camille’s Closet at 115 Perry St., or e-mail auxiliary.polarplunge@gmail.com.

Distracted driving blitz DURHAM REGION: Police were out in full force recently, as they conducted a blitz geared towards eliminating distracted driving from area roadways. According to police, more than 150 drivers were given tickets for driving while texting or talking on a cellphone during a distracted driving blitz in Durham Region last week. Between January 20 and January 24, Traffic Services Branch (TSB) members, as well as frontline officers from each division, conducted an initiative that targeted drivers who use their cellphone while driving. A total of 243 Provincial

Offence Notices (PONs) were handed out during the week-long blitz, and 153 of those were for cellphone use. Other offences included speeding, not wearing seatbelts and failing to stop for a red light. Driving while distracted is both risky and illegal. The fine for contravening the Highway Traffic Act and driving distracted is $155. DRPS would like to remind drivers that your full attention should be on the road while driving. Talking or texting on a cellphone, eating, playing with the radio or reading makes you a less safe driver as you take your eyes off the road.

In defence of Vince Carter Don’t look now, but the Toronto Raptors are competitive again for the first time in nearly a decade. As the team nears its 20th anniversary in the league, there have been several stories written about the frequent failure of the team to put a winning product on the court. But it wasn’t always this way, and just 13 short years ago, Toronto stood on the threshold of basketball glory for years to come. Then, just as quickly as it had appeared, it vanished into thin air. It’s actually kind of sad that in almost 20 years of NBA basketball in Toronto, the shining moment in the history of the franchise is the one time the Raptors won a playoff series before losing in a thrilling seven-game series to the Philadelphia 76ers, led by another ‘Up All Knight’ favourite, Allen Iverson. However, that series against the Philadelphia 76ers in the spring of 2001 also represents the beginning of the end for the dynasty that never was in Toronto. Unfortunately, a lot of the blame for the lack of success the Raptors have had over the past decade typically rests with the greatest player in the history of the franchise - Vince Carter. While much has been made of Carter’s decision to fly to North Carolina the morning of Game 7 against Phila-

delphia to attend his college graduation, it was done with the support of both his teammates and Raptors’ ownership, he flew to North Carolina and back on owner Larry Tannenbaum’s private jet after all. Injuries derailed the next two years of Carter’s career - the only such stretch of his now-15-year career in the NBA. It should come as no surprise to longtime Toronto sports fans that this is also the time that Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, led by world-class imbecile Richard Peddie started to chip away at the foundation of the Raptors. It started with the firing of Lenny Wilkens as coach following the 2002 season. At the time, he had won more games than any other coach in the history of the league, and replaced him with Kevin O’Neill - arguably the worst coach in Raptors history. At the same time, the Raptors cut ties with their longtime trainer, and perhaps not so coincidentally Carter’s injuries began to mount. But that didn’t get much play in the media, instead you had O’Neill and Peddie taking swipes at their star player - the exact opposite approach of any team with a shred of class. Then, after one disatorous season, O’Neill was sent packing and the team brought in their third coach in three years, which is always a sign of an organization that

Staying in touch... JOHN O’TOOLE MPP

By-elections will send a message By-elections for the ridings of Thornhill (in Toronto) and Niagara Falls on February 13 are an opportunity for Ontario’s hard-working families to demand better from their government. It’s a time for voters of these ridings to give their verdict on the gas plants scandal, the loss of jobs in Ontario, and unaffordable hydro bills. The McGuinty/Wynne government has added 300,000 government jobs at the same time Ontario has lost 300,000 manufacturing jobs. Ontario’s by-elections provide hard-working middle class families with the opportunity to demand better from their government. Last week, Ontario’s PC Leader, Tim Hudak, introduced our Million Jobs Plan. This initiative will ensure we rein in government overspending in order to afford the things Ontarians care about most - like health care and education. The million jobs plan is the first order of business for the Official Opposition when the Ontario Legislature resumes. Budget Input Welcome Ontario’s all-party Finance and Economic Affairs Committee is considering input across Ontario this month in preparation for the 2014 Ontario budget. The Committee held public hearings in Peterborough, Kitchener, Oakville and Toronto during the week of January 13. The MPPs on the committee meet in Sarnia, Thunder Bay, North Bay and Kingston the week of January 20, 2014. I would appreciate your comments on the provincial finances and priorities for spending and saving in the next Ontario budget. This input will be helpful whether the budget is passed before or after the next Ontario election. I can be reached at (905) 697-1501 or 1-800-661-2433 and by e-mail at john.otooleco@ pc.ola.org.

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knows what it’s doing. At the same time, the team panicked and hired Rob Babcock, perhaps the most overwhelmed GM in the history of the league. In his first draft, Babcock selected Brazilian brontosaurus Rafael Araujo who I’m pretty sure pumped my gas last week. So, with a depleted roster and an ownership group more concerned with knocking their star player down in the media than surrounding him with anything even remotely resembling NBA-calibre players, Carter decided he wanted out. I didn’t blame him then, and still don’t a decade later. Instead of harbouring all of this ill will towards Vince Carter, perhaps it’s time to celebrate what he once meant to our entire country, it’s not his fault Babcock made the worst trade in league history when he dealt him away. There are currently more players in Division 1 NCAA basketball that hail from Toronto than call New York City home, and that is the real lasting legacy of Vince Carter’s time in Toronto, not that his boss was a moron.

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Storybook Farm Primate Sanctuary in Sunderland has had a lot of press lately regarding the saga of a feisty Japanese Macaque named Darwin, more commonly known as the Ikea Monkey. However, a different story exists under the turmoil of coverage; Storybook Farm provides a therapeutic home to 23 different monkeys and a whole team of volunteers who work every day to facilitate the healing process of our intelligent and temperamental evo-

lutionary cousins. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At Story Book, our philosophy is to focus on the healing of the animals, not the enjoyment of humans,â&#x20AC;? said Sherri Delaney, director and founder of Storybook Farm. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let spectators come to gawk at our monkeys because they need time to recuperate. Instead of the monkeys serving for our enjoyment, we serve them.â&#x20AC;? Ms. Delaney has a background in law enforcement, with the majority of her training focusing on

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ada who are mistreated or sold as excess stock cannot just be let free into the wild, since they are not acclimatized to the cold and are often raised and fed by hand. Storybook instead offers a second option to euthanasia for authorities, a place where the primates can be cared for, stimulated, and have their requirements met by a team of professionals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a group of volunteers come in to Storybook every day who focus on enrichment devices for the primates, prepare meals of nuts, fruits, vegetables, and do the daily cleaning,â&#x20AC;? said Ms. Delaney. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Food is often presented to the primates in the form of a present, wrapped in a paper bag, or hidden around their enclosure. This provides a fun and rewarding game for the primates, we need to keep them active and engaged to help them heal.â&#x20AC;? The staff at Storybook holds an expertise in primates and animal husbandry. Many of them are keepers at zoos, have worked at wildlife sanctuaries in Africa, and have studied at Apenheul in the Netherlands. The volunteers are graded on their abilities once per year, to ensure that the proper care and attention to detail is provided for the primates in their care. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have had many primates come to us with tramaus and bad stories from

Rudy the Squirrel Monkey munches on a treat of corn on the cob, at Storybook Farm. SUBMITTED PHOTO the pet trade,â&#x20AC;? said Ms. ing violently to the gaze of Delaney. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Once we are able humans. Now partnered to work with them and in- with female Lexy, Julien terpret what they are feel- is a calm monkey who has ing, we can really help turn learned to tolerate humans their lives around.â&#x20AC;? and even request food and One such primate suc- scratches. Julien is only cess story which Ms. Dela- one example of the many ney is proud of is Julien, primates and animals a Japanese Macaque who whose lives were saved by suffered from severe psy- Storybook Farm. chological trauma when â&#x20AC;&#x153;Readers who wish to he escaped his former en- pitch in, get involved, or closure with his partner, donate can contact us who was killed in the at- through our website at tempt. After 12 days on www.StoryBookMonkeys. the run, Julien was found org,â&#x20AC;? said Ms. Delaney. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We and brought to Story- are always looking for help book, but had a habit of and support from anyone biting himself and react- who loves animals.â&#x20AC;?

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Tax levy reduced 1% SCUGOG: At a Scugog Township Council meeting on Jan. 27, councillors announced that the 2014 tax levy will be reduced by roughly 1 percent, from 6.9 per cent to 5.8 per cent. The reduction in the 2014 tax levy is due to $505,700 from the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund being applied against overall taxes, Scugog Township’s 2013 budget surplus and remaining CLOSER TO THE HEART: Heart To Heart Healing Centre, a Christian prayer centre, celebrated their Grand Opening at 26 Brock St. West, on Jan. 15. The friendly and supportive staff have BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard opened their hearts and doors to bring healing to those in-need.

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UXBRIDGE: Additional snow plowing may be in store for the township in the future, according to a recent report from Public Works Director Ben Kester. In a report issued at council’s meeting on Monday, Jan. 20, Mr. Kester outlined the feasibility of the municipality assuming responsibility for clearing snow off sidewalks in the township. In his report, Mr. Kester noted that the municipality owns approx-

imately 53 kilometres of sidewalks, and the potential annual cost for snow clearing would be between $140,00 and $160,000. The cost would include renting two extra plows, additional operators and deicing materials. “It’s likely that the sidewalks would only be cleared once a day,” said Mr. Kester. However, Ward 2 Councillor Pat Molloy felt that the numbers provided by Mr. Kester seemed low, and requested that the numbers be further

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variety of lovely decorations. Put one in each wine glass. Or give your guests mini snow globes. These can even be made at home and can incorporate a picture of the couple or a special message, personalized for each guest. Flowers. Although flowers can freeze if they are outside for a long period of time, generally they will last longer at a winter wedding than they will in a summer ceremony because they do not have to survive the heat. And you can deck the hall with boughs of holly and set the tables with red poinsettias for a rich, warm feel. Photography. Nothing is more dazzling than a winter picture taken against a snowy background on a sunny day. If you decide to have at least some of your photographs

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there is special planning required to conquer the cold - but think of the summer brides who have had their wedding day dampened by rain and hampered by wind. Yes, you have slush to contend with in the winter, but you have heat stroke to deal with in the summer. Just be sure to think about inclement weather when you’re planning your wedding and imagine your venue under a foot of snow. Will it still be accessible for you and your guests? Food and beverages. Meal planning for a winter wedding is especially exciting. Once you’ve decided on a budget, and whether your wedding will be formal or casual, determine whether you want a plated dinner or a buffet. You have more selection with a buffet, but you have to have the room in your venue to move your guests through the line - and there is no option of putting anything, or anyone, outside. Hearty items are excellent in the winter months: rich meats such as beef, roasted duck or even game paired with a rich red wine; root vegetables; risotto (rich and creamy Italian rice dish) and pasta with creamed sauces. Roasting is very popular. For starters, think about cheeses - a baked Brie, for example - and crab cakes.

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A hat trick from Tim ‘Honey Badger’ Bierema helped lead the Uxbridge Bruins to a 7-4 victory over the Port Perry MoJacks at Scugog Arena on Sunday, Jan. 26 in the final ‘Battle of North Durham’ of the 2013-14 COJHL regular season. The win wrapped up a busy weekend for the Bruins that saw the team split a home-and-home encounter with the Georgina Ice. After a Bruins rally was cut short in a 3-2 shootout loss in Uxbridge on Friday, Jan. 24, the Bruins rebounded with a 4-2 win in Keswick the following night. The loss in the ‘Battle of North Durham’ gave Port Perry a split on their weekend games, after vanquishing the Merchants by a final score of 4-1 in Little Britain on Saturday night. Almost nine minutes into the action, Bierema gave the Bruins an early lead when he powered his way to the net and scored on a backhand shot, assisted by Connor Beck and Korey Brand. Kyle Powell tied the game just over four minutes later when he fired a shot that was tipped in by Lee Taylor. Logan Evans also assisted on the MoJacks’ powerplay goal. With just under two minutes to play in the first, Liam Blais restored Uxbridge’s lead when he pounded a rebound past MoJacks netminder Jeff Julien. Bierema wasted little time adding to the Bruins’ lead with a powerplay goal just 23 seconds into the middle frame when he tipped in a shot from Connor Miller. Almost six minutes later, Bierema completed his hat trick when he fought through traffic in front of the net to chip in a rebound, with assists on the play credited to Brand and Miller. Powerplay goals from Tyson Eastgate and Beck allowed Uxbridge’s lead to swell to 6-1 as time ticked away in the second, with Matt Allen, Beck and Carter Vahey chipping in with assists. With under two minutes to play in the second period, Lucas Clark closed the gap on the scoreboard when the 16-year-old MoJacks rookie hustled past a defender and beat Bruins goalie Cody Northover with a beautifullyplaced backhand shot that slipped in just under the crossbar to cut Uxbridge’s lead to 6-2 after 40 minutes of play. After Evans had two great scoring chances on the doorstep of the crease turned aside early in the third period, Brodie Myers scored for the MoJacks to cut Uxbridge’s lead to 6-3. Then, with just under four minutes to play in the contest, Conner Shingler had his breakaway attempt poked aside by Northover, and Clark sent his rebound attempt sailing over the net, where it ricochetted off the glass and onto the stick of Shingler, who shovelled

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Tim ‘Honey Badger’ Bierema led the way for Uxbridge with a hat trick in the Bruins’ 7-4 win over the Port Perry MoJacks at Scugog Arena on Sunday, Jan. 26 in the final regular season match-up between the North Durham rivals this season. DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard in the rebound to bring the MoJacks to within two goals of their arch rival. However, that would be as close as Port Perry would get as Uxbridge was buoyed by a strong penalty killing effort from Eastgate down the stretch. A shorthanded empty net goal from Bruins defenceman Adam Bartholomew rounded out the scoring as the Bruins prevailed by a final score of 7-4. Northover was sensational when called upon, stopping 21 shots en route to his 12th win of the season. Since losing to the MoJacks by a score of 6-2 at home on Friday, Jan. 10, the Bruins have been on a roll, netting 11 out of a possible 12 points in their past six games. Bruins Head Coach Geoff Hodgkinson noted that the loss to the MoJacks - coupled with a 9-2 home loss to the Clarington Eagles the previous Friday seems to have lit a fire under the team. “Being embarrassed in those two games, we put an ownership on the team, and they have really picked it up and have come together.” The recent wins have vaulted the Bruins to within

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five points of second place Clarington in the COJHL standings with four games left on Uxbridge’s 2013-14 regular season schedule. Hodgkinson is hopeful that the team can continue their winning ways heading into the playoffs. “We’ve been winning the games we need to win, and going into the playoffs, you want to win your way in,” Hodgkinson told The Standard. “Right now the atmosphere around the team is fun and it’s a joy to be around the rink.” Meanwhile, MoJacks Head Coach Jon Campbell was left looking for answers after a dreadful second period that sank his team’s chances on Sunday night after a strong showing in recent weeks. “We came out flat and lost focus. Ultimately, we got what we got because of that,” Campbell said. “We’ve been playing playoff-type hockey for a month now, and every game has been do-or-die for us. In the new year, there’s been a change in our club that’s put us in a position to clinch a playoff spot, but there’s still work to be done.” T U R N TO PAG E 1 5

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On Friday night, Georgina and Uxbridge traded goals with Bierema sending the game to overtime after tipping in a point shot from Beck with just 41 seconds left in regulation. Brand notched Uxbridge’s other goal, assisted by Matt Trudel and Jason Simmonds. However, after several near-misses in the extra frame for the Bruins, Georgina would prevail in a shootout, winning by a final score of 3-2. The Bruins’ offence rolled to a 4-2 win in Keswick the following night. A two-goal night from Matt Allen led the way offensively for the Bruins with Blais and Miller adding singles. Max Tjin made 24 saves between the pipes to pick up his seventh victory of the year. A two-goal night from Ryan Nichols coupled with singles from Eric MacDonald and Konrad Piorkowski provided the offence for Port Perry in

their 4-1 win over the Merchants in Little Britain on Saturday night. Drew Siydock turned aside 29 of 30 shots for his ninth win of the campaign for the MoJacks as Port Perry moved eight points ahead of Little Britain for the COJHL’s fourth-and-final playoff spot. Loose Pucks: - The Bruins’ win on Sunday night meant a tie for the two North Durham rivals in the inaugural ‘Mayor’s Challenge’ between the two communities. Each team won four of the eight games played this season, meaning that at an upcoming council meeting, Scugog Mayor Chuck Mercier will don a Bruins sweater while Uxbridge Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor will sport a MoJacks jersey. - The MoJacks hit the road on Friday, Jan. 31, travelling to Keswick for a 7:30 p.m. match-up with the Georgina Ice. On Sunday, Feb. 2, the MoJacks will take on the Clarington Eagles in a rare matinee

contest at Scugog Arena. The action gets underway at 1:25 p.m. to avoid a potential conflict with the Super Bowl later that night. The busy weekend for the MoJacks comes a close on Tuesday, Feb. 4 with a 7:30 p.m. tilt in Lakefield against the Chiefs. - The Bruins get a break following a busy weekend as they take on Little Britain at Uxrena on Friday, Jan. 31 at 7:45 p.m. in their lone game of the weekend.

The Uxbridge Bruins split a weekend series with the Georgina Ice, and now shift their focus to a match-up against the Little Britain Merchants In Uxbridge at 7:45 p.m., on Friday, Jan. 31. DYNAMIC DESIGNS Special to The Standard

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It was a successful weekend for Uxbridge resident Jim Bell who was curling in the Intermediate Regional playdowns this weekend in Lindsay. Qualifying out of zone six with his Unionville-based squad, the team won all three of their games and booked their spot at the Intermediate Provincials to be hosted by the Elora Curling Club in early March. His team of Scott McPherson, Greg Nelson and Ray Leroux started with a close win over Leaside’s Rob Harling, then put together two dominant performances against Bob Garvin from Dixie and then Richmond Hill’s Dave Coutanche in the A-Final. This team is looking like the team to beat, as they haven’t lost a game at zones and regional play downs, and are now riding a six game win streak. Congrats Jim and good luck at Provincials! Team Duncan Wins Marlin Travel Bonspiel The ladies took to the ice on Saturday for the Port Perry Ladies Club Bonspiel sponsored by Marlin Travel. With a Scottish theme to the event, fourteen teams played two, fun-filled eight end games. At the end of the day, it was Sue

Duncan’s team of Denise Naninga, Leanne Warr, and Paula Jesty who took home top prize with a score of 34 points. In second place, Mary Holt’s team of Irene Arbour, Cathy Tune, and Lee Paterson won the early draw, but fell 1.5 points short of winning the overall championship. Teams skipped by Anne St.John, Laureen Green, and Gale Ballard rounded out the prizes. Special thanks go to Chris Acton, Karen Meyer, Rose Doyle and all the many volunteers who helped make this event a success. Paul Coveart was the drawmaster, while Andy Meyer and Brooke Acton were the “Scotsmen” for the day. Jefferson Takes Uxspiel The Uxbridge Curling Club played host to the club’s annual Mixed Uxspiel on Saturday, where sixteen teams each played two eight end games. Bruce Jefferson skipped his team of Lesley Burnett, Jason Burnett, and Gaye Burnett to be the high two game winners. In second place, it was Larry Bakewell’s team from Bradford. All teams had a great time and really enjoyed the home-cooked meals. Thanks to Mike Smith for being drawmaster. The Uxspiel has been running strong for over 40 years.

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Super League Starts Divisional Play The first schedule of the Deloitte Super League hasn’t been very kind to Bill Kennedy and his Kennedy Renovations foursome. Going through the first nine games without a win, the team was looking for a fresh start to the second schedule in B-Side play. Things were looking good early after the team took three in the first end against Pineridge Impress’ Ralph Fairman. However, Pineridge would tie the score after three ends, then take three of their own in the fifth. With the teams exchanging points, Pineridge had a 7-5 lead going into the last end with last rock advantage, however, it was the relentless Kennedy who stole two points to tie the score and force extra’s. This time Fairman wasn’t going to allow another steal and took his single to score the 8-7, nine end victory. It was another disappointing loss for Kennedy, but he’s keeping it positive as “there’s always next week”. In the other B-Side game this week, Port Perry Sign Shop (Evans) beat Allen’s Siding (St.John) 8-5. In A-Side action, Jude’s Sports Bar & Grill (Willie Beaton) increased their win streak to seven games with a dominant 7-3 victory over HUB International’s Rob Larmer while Gus Brown (Don Beaton) beat Lake Scugog Lumber (Jackson) 6-3. All eyes will be on the Jude’s/Gus Brown game this week. Not only does it put the top two teams against each other, but brother versus brother, and Willie will be looking to avenge his team’s last loss, which was against Don back on Nov. 14.

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TAURUS (April 19-May 20): People or circumstances from the past can reappear, forcing you to settle unfinished business. If something hidden emerges, deal with it right away. You are preparing the way for an exciting, new beginning. GEMINI (May 20-June 21):Since your personal goals are in a state of flux, you may consider changing your career or your way of life. Old friends will be replaced by new ones, whose lifestyle is more in tune with your own.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You probably want greater freedom and more creative control over your work. New work offers could come in unexpectedly, or on the spur-of-the moment, you could decide to start your own business. DOWN

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 19): Deal with unresolved family issues or domestic problems in your home. The number of people living in your home can increase or decrease this year. You have greater power now to direct your own life. AQUARIUS (Jan. 19-Feb. 19): Your mental attitude and perspective are changing, your knowledge is increasing and you are learning to communicate in new and different ways. Business travel is a part of this cycle. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your economic and material situation is experiencing great changes, requiring you to be flexible in all matters, having to do with money and material possessions. At the same time, your values are also changing.

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Green lights and environmental fees in Scugog BENJAMIN PRIEBE The Standard

Downtown Port Perry will become a little bit brighter and a lot more â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;green,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; with the recent decision to replace the current inefficient streetlights with new LED bulbs. At council chambers on Jan. 27, councillors decided that with a current annual electricity and maintenance bill of $244,200 for Scugog Townshipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s streetlights alone, Township staff will start replacing the old high-pressure sodium bulbs with LED bulbs. The project will cost $75,000, but is expected to cut energy and maintenance bills in half once completed.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;A tender will be prepared for the cost of replacing the current bulbs with LED streetlights,â&#x20AC;? said Ian Roger, Director of Parks and Recreation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We would pick a contractor to start at one street corner, and replace streetlights as far as the money will go. We know there will not be enough money to replace all of the streetlights, but the ones we do replace will cost 50% less energy per bulb.â&#x20AC;? The $75,000 price-tag for consultation, labour, and materials, will be funded with revenues from the Greenbank fill site. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thankfully we can use the funds from the

[Greenbank] fill revenue to create something positive and knock off some much needed work from our plates,â&#x20AC;? said Mayor Chuck Mercier. Township refuses to pay environmental assessment fees Scugog Township councillors passed a motion at a GP&A meeting on Jan. 27, refusing to pay proposed fees for Class Environmental Assessments carried out by the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA). On April 25, 2013, CLOCA advised municipalities such as Scugog and Uxbridge that it would begin imposing

fees between $4,000 and $15,000 for their services in assessing projects such as municipal roads, sewage and water projects, and other projects which could impact the local environment. These fees will have a grace period of one year while they are being phased in. Historically, Class Environmental Assessments have not cost the municipality money, and Scugog staff and councillors passed a motion to not pay fees until such a time as the Provincial legislation deems it necessary. Township staff have advised councillors that future budgets will need to prepare for these fees.

Sunderland Music Festival making noise One of the marquee events of winterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cultural season returns for its 57th year later next month. The Sunderland Lions Club has proudly presented its annual music festival for the past 56 years. The 57th will take place this year between Sunday, Feb. 9 and Friday, Feb. 21, followed by the Stars of the Festival concerts from February 24 to 27. Vocal, piano and other instrumental classes are held in the Sunderland Town Hall auditorium and the Sunderland United Church. The popular elementary and secondary school band nights will be held on Wednesday, Feb.19 and Thursday, Feb. 20, respectively, at the Port Perry High School. Young musicians from Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge townships, as well as areas of the City of Kawartha Lakes, participate in the festival. The festival also now includes several class-

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Antique show returning, Feb. 1 SCUGOG: Collectors, take note! The 17th Annual Port Perry Antique Show and Sale returns to the Scugog Community Centre (1655 Reach St.), running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 1 and Feb. 2. The show features over 25 dealers from across Ontario selling antique furniture, glass, jewelry, paper, china, books, nostalgia and retro items. Admission is $4 and is good for both days. Proceeds from the show benefit the Lake Scugog Historical Society. For more information, call 905-985-9250.

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Valentine’s Day Gala at PPHS for Britain Do you have plans for your special someone this Valentine’s Day? Port Perry High School has the perfect solution. On Saturday February 8, the music department is hosting a Gala Dinner at the Scugog Community Centre. The lavish semi-formal evening

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Woody Allen tells a personal tale with Blue Jasmine BLUE JASMINE Directed by: Woody Allen on Blu Ray/ DVD (****) Whether you love or hate him, it cannot be denied that Woody Allen is among the great filmmakers in movie history and without peer as the most prolific American screenwriter of the last forty years. Averaging a film a year since 1977, sometimes two, his output of work is remarkable given many directors such as Scorsese or Spielberg often make a film every four or five years. Now in his seventies, his career winding down, like the two aforementioned filmmakers, Allen is enjoying a resurgence in his work, his films buoyed by some sort of youthful vigour that has passed through Allen. In fact of the greats of the seventies, those directors who changed the face of film, Allen joins Scorsese and Spielberg as the three great directors who have survived the many changes in film, grown with the medium, and evolved with the art. It was once inconceivable to think Woody Allen could or would ever make a film outside of his precious New

York City, which he loves with a ferocity that is apparent in his work. Yet when he shot Match Point (2005) in Britain, something revitalized the director, and since that thriller, unlike anything he had ever made, his work has been like that of the vintage Allen, sublime. Just three years ago he made a time travel film without the use of a time travel machine, and it worked beautifully. Midnight in Paris (2011) won the artist his third Oscar for screenwriting, and a nomination for Best Picture and Best Director, not to mention placing on countless ten best lists around North America. His best films are the works of a true master, in touch with himself emotionally and confident enough to put much of his own life on screen. Blue Jasmine is one of his best films, with a performance from Oscar winner Cate Blanchett that is one for the ages. Allen has always written fine roles for women, often with Oscars attached to them, and this one is no exception. The film is obviously inspired by Tennessee Williams’ masterful A Streetcar Named Desire, with Blanchett as

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by John Foote Jasmine, the damaged woman who will slowly become unhinged over the course of the film. Once living in the world of the obscenely wealthy, with clothes at her disposal, limos taking her wherever she wanted to go and unlimited access to cash, it has all come crashing down on her when her husband is arrested and charged with fraud and embezzlement. When he kills himself in prison, she is utterly alone to answer for him, but knows so little about his affairs, and is so ashamed of where she has ended up, she flees to her her sisters in San Francisco. Her sister, Ginger, played superbly by Sally Hawkins takes her in despite having lost hundreds of thousands of dollars to her husband. Jasmine takes an instant dislike to her sister’s boyfriend, Chili, the garage me-

chanic, portrayed by Bobby Cannavale, not unlike Stanley Kowalski. Still putting on airs as a wealthy socialite, he sees right through her and knows she spells trouble for he and her sister. Jasmine is flat broke, she says, though is constantly guzzling expensive vodka and popping pills, flies first class, dresses to the nines for a party in which she hopes to trap a man, and it is never really clear how much she knew about her husband’s work, or when she knew it? She does meet a nice guy, Dwight (Peter Saarsgard) who falls quickly in love with her, unaware of the lies she is feeding him, hoping for marriage and a life she is more accustomed to living. All the while she is slipping, talking incessantly to herself, delusional, and falling deeper and deeper into madness. It is the re-appearance of Augie (Andrew Dice Clay) her sister’s ex-husband that acts as the catalyst in her life, he ruined by her husband, left broke and divorced from a woman he truly loved. Blanchett is haunting as Jasmine, truly a modern day Blanche Du Bois, though it is not sex that ruined

her but her obsession with wealth and lifestyle. Did she know her husband was a cheat and liar? She certainly suspected affairs, so she knew of his character. This is one of those Woody Allen roles that screams Academy Award and Blanchett is the sure fire odds on favourite as we approach Oscar night. The cast around her are uniformly superb, in particular Sally Hawkins as Ginger her sister, who has managed to be happy through much loss and does not blame her sister. Instead she is there for her while Jasmine mocks and berates her life and choices. Eighties icon Andrew Dice Clay is brilliant as Augie, a blue collar man who comes into some money and seeks help as to what to do with it. Trusting Hal (Alec Baldwin) in invests with him, only to lose everything in his world, including his wife, whom he adored. It is a powerful performance, the final scene with he and Blanchett on the street will stay in your mind for a long, long time. Is there anyone better at playing smarmy, slimy men than Alec Baldwin? He is at his finest here, as is Bobby Cannavale as

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the toned down Kowalski of the piece, Chili. Told with a broken narrative, the film moves back and forth through time so pay attention. Watch Blanchett weave her magic, she is both beautiful and tragic in the film, her own worst enemy.

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