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Mapleton CAO faces charge related to conflict in Petrolia By Patrick Raftis MAPLETON – Mayor Neil Driscoll says township council remains confident in CAO Manny Baron, despite a breach of trust charge filed against the CAO by the OPP. The charge relates to Baron’s leasing of property he owned to the Town of Petrolia - and a resulting conflict of interest - while he was CAO of the town. Baron, 43, was charged on March 26 with breach of trust by a public officer, following what Lambton OPP officials called a “lengthy� police investigation. In a March 27 telephone interview, Driscoll told the Community News the charge would not impact Baron’s employment status with the township. “I don’t see there being any problem. In fact, council is more than proud of the accomplishments in the past three months that Manny has done for Mapleton Township,� said Driscoll. “He is continuing as our CAO and he will be until someone says different.� Baron declined to com-
Drayton Heights Public School holds ‘Buddy Walk’ for Metzger Buddy Walk - Students Create Change and teacher Andy Speers organized a Buddy Walk on March 21 at Drayton Heights Public School in Drayton in honour of World Down Syndrome Day and school volunteer and friend Matt Metzger. The event aimed to show appreciation for everything Metzger does on a daily basis at the school, officials said. TOP: The Buddy Walk ended with students and staff forming two lines, allowing Matt to walk down the middle and give high fives to students and staff. ABOVE: From left: Mandy DeVries, Mackenzie Martin, Metzger, Anderson Riddolls and Luke Rumph on the walk. Photos by Caroline Sealey
Crash claims life of Mapleton man MAPLETON - A local man died in an early-morning single-vehicle accident near Alma on March 20. Around 6am Wellington County OPP responded to an accident involving a single motor vehicle on the 16th Line, between Sideroads 19
and 21, south of Arthur and north of Alma. Wellington North Fire Service, along with Guelph Wellington Paramedics Service, also attended the scene. Tyler Alexander Arnold, 27, of Mapleton Township,
was pronounced dead at scene. The cause of the collision is being investigated by Wellington County OPP and OPP Technical Collision Investigators. The Wellington County OPP is asking witnesses to call 1-888-310-1122.
Child struck by car after exiting bus MAPLETON - Police have charged a bus driver after a child received minor injuries when struck by a vehicle after getting off a school bus near Drayton. On March 21 at around 4pm Wellington County OPP responded to a collision involving a pedestrian and a
vehicle on Wellington Road 8, west of Sideroad 18, near Drayton. Initial reports indicated a six-year-old girl suffered moderate, non-life-threatening injuries when stuck by a sedan. The child was crossing the highway after exiting a school bus.
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ment on T u e s d ay morning, beyond indicating he has engaged a lawyer. According MANNY to published BARON re por ts, Baron was placed on administrative leave by Petrolia in October after a local newspaper, The Independent, reported he was charging the town rent, and utilities in lieu of rent, on facilities he owns through a numbered company. Baron did not disclose to the town his ownership of the properties. The town appointed investigator John Fleming to look into the deal for the properties, which were used by the town for a youth/seniors centre and storage area. Baron resigned on Nov. 14 after Fleming’s report was presented to Petrolia council. Despite his controversial exit, Baron was hired as CAO of Mapleton Township in January. At the time, Driscoll told the Community News the
township had investigated the allegations against Baron and spoke to Petrolia Mayor John McCharles. “We got that side of the story, we believed what Manny told us ... and we’re quite confident he’ll do a great job in Mapleton,â€? Driscoll said. Upon his hiring, Baron conceded his ownership of the Petrolia properties constituted a conflict, but he said he was trying to contribute to the community, not profit from the transaction. “There’s no doubt ... I was in direct conflict of interest in the sense that council was unaware that I owned the ... buildings,â€? said Baron in January. “However, I can assure you that the town was not out money. They didn’t pay me rent on a monthly basis. They paid their portion of the utilities.â€? On Tuesday Driscoll confirmed council “was fully aware of the potential situationâ€? prior to the charges being announced. But he added council members were not aware of the police SEE BARON Âť 8
Council agrees to plan to preserve hall stage By Patrick Raftis MOOREFIELD – The stage will remain in place at the renovated Maryborough Community Centre. At its March 13 meeting, township council agreed to a plan to leave the stage, which had been designated to be replaced by a storage area, intact. Tables and chairs, when not needed, will instead be stored in a lower level washroom converted for storage. On Feb. 13, council gave the go-ahead to proceed with $219,000 worth of work on the second phase of the Maryborough Community Centre renovation project, but directed that the stage removal be deferred pending a report on alternatives from the public works department. Several councillors commented they had heard objec-
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tions from the public about plans to convert the built-in stage to storage space. A public works report at the March 13 meeting provided three options: - remove the existing stage and build a storage area and purchase a temporary stage for use at functions, at a total cost of $19,000; - remove one existing washroom adjacent to the existing stage and utilize resultant space to create storage, total cost of $8,000; and - procure a portable “sea can� - style storage container to be placed outside the facility to create storage and construct a pathway to access the container, at a cost of $15,000, plus ongoing maintenance. The report notes the project architect recommended the second option - removing the washroom - “as the
most viable course of action to achieve the required storage space, economically and aesthetically.� The report also notes the option would result in residual funds that could be applied to upgrade the remaining washroom adjacent to the stage area. Councillor Marlene Ottens asked if removing a washroom would leave the hall with enough washroom capacity. Mattina said the architects “determined we could get away with one less unit for the men. That was a nice, quick solution.� “It’s a clever way of solving our problems,� said Ottens. Council received the public works report and directed staff to proceed with the conversion of the washroom to storage space.
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Heptathlete from Mapleton a first team All-American Nathaniel Mechler sets school record, four personal bests at meet
Relay for Life - Norwell District Secondary School recently held a kick-off assembly for the school’s Relay For Life event on June 1. The assembly included Matt and Leona Ottens sharing the story of Matt’s journey to become a cancer survivor, along with inspirational dances and videos. From left: front, Madisonne Hesselink; middle, Breanna Frey, Madison Armstrong, Ally Kabbes and Jody de Vries; back, Peter Hildebrandt, Breanna MacDonald, Joshua Wakeford, Leona Ottens, Matt Ottens, Renee Babin, Ashley Jefferson, Delaney Norman and Betty Douglas. A take-out pork chop dinner is planned on April 9. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the school office, Norsco Sports or contact staff advisor Betty Douglas at betty.douglas@ugdsb.on.ca. Submitted photo
GOLDSTONE - With his family on hand to cheer him on, heptathlete Nathaniel Mechler, a Mapleton native, became a first team AllAmerican at an NCAA track and field event earlier this month. Nathaniel, who became interested in track and field as a student at Drayton Heights Public School and continued to compete while attending Elmira District Secondary School, is now a sophomore at University of Houston. His parents, Roland and Colleen of Goldstone, and sisters Emilie and Meaghan, attended the NCAA Division 1 Indoor Track and Field Championships in College Station, Texas on the March 10 to 11 weekend. “Qualifying for the meet (only the top 16 multi-athletes in the nation make it) was a big honour for him,” said Roland. “He was also able to finish top eight, which made him a first team AllAmerican.” After winning the heptathlon for the University of Houston at his confer-
NATHANIEL MECHLER ence meet in Birmingham, Alabama just over three weeks ago with a school record 5704 points, he came into the championships as the 11th ranked heptathlete in the NCAA. The indoor heptathlon consists of seven events held over two days, with scoring points compiled based on the time run or the distance thrown or jumped in various
events. At the championship meet, Nathaniel set four personal bests on his way to another school record of 5,758 points and eighth place, which gave him the prestigious title of 1st team AllAmerican. On day one, Mechler ran a personal best 7.07 seconds in the 60m, long jumped a personal best 7.48m, shot put 12.39m and high jumped 1.93m. On day two he ran the 60m hurdles in 8.29 seconds, pole vaulted 4.66m, and finished with a final personal best of 2:39 in the 1,000m run. Despite being a sophomore at University of Houston, he became the first multi-sport athlete in the history of the program to become an All American. Roland said Nathaniel’s attention now turns outdoors, where he will compete in the decathlon (10 events over two days) and hopes to fulfill a childhood dream of competing at the NCAA Outdoor D1 Championships (at the University of Oregon’s prestigious Bowerman Track from June 8 to 10).
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WOAA champions - The Drayton Defenders Novice Rep team swept the Ripley Wolves in three games to bring home the Hodges Division WOAA trophy, completing the sweep on March 21. “This group of kids had an undefeated playoff run and learned the importance of teamwork this year,” team officials state. From left: front, Ethan Culling; middle, Tye Nieuwland, Jaxon McGuire, Clare Driscoll, Cody Frook, Owen Ottens, Preston Walls and Levi Kuchma; back, coach Kevin Ottens, coach Rich Colwill, Emmett Colwill, Nick Pfanner, coach Devon McGuire and coach Scott Nieuwland. Submitted photo
LISTOWEL 4 COMMUNITY 1 A powerplay gave Listowel the edge to score the only goal of the first period. A shot up close by Curtis Wagler gave Listowel the lead, assisted by Travis Shantz. Listowel added an insurance goal late in the second. Zach Gingrich snapped a shot on net and buried his own rebound, assisted by Phil Shantz.
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Listowel scored yet another goal before the period ended. Max Brubacher bounced a shot off the post and Curtis Wagler snapped the puck into the open corner. Listowel added a goal to start off the third. A wrist shot from the top of the face off circle sent the puck to the back of the net, assisted by Wagler and Brubacher. Community responded with their only goal of the
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MYAC members learn about chamber of commerce By Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - Why is a chamber of commerce important? What does a chamber of commerce do? These and other chamber of commercerelated questions were the topics of discussion at the Mapleton Youth Action Council (MYAC) meeting held on March 6 at Studio Factor in Drayton. Members of the Mapleton Chamber of Commerce were invited to the March MYAC meeting to explain the workings of the chamber. Representing the local chamber were treasurer Cathy Burton and vice-president Donna Hirtle. After naming the chamber’s current elected board of officers, Burton said, “The Mapleton Chamber of Commerce has been dormant for 10 years. With prodding from Mapleton Township, the chamber is active again. At the Nov. 29 annual general meeting, the chamber signed up members at the door.” Burton added, “The chamber is the voice of business in Mapleton. Business is not only store fronts or retail. It includes the agricultural sector.” Hirtle explained the chamber is currently in a building stage. It is a member of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. “The chamber networks, encourages membership and hosts events,” Hirtle said. “We encourage each other to bring more business to Mapleton. The chamber also unifies businesses and brings a voice to the township.” In doing this, a healthy economy and a stronger community are created, attracting new businesses, new residents and new recreational opportunities to the community, she said. Meetings of the chamber board are held on the third Wednesday of each month in various locations in the township including members’ homes and places of business. To date, no meetings have been held that involve the
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chamber. “Youth (are) vital to the chamber’s success, after all, we are in many cases working on issues, championing causes that will benefit future residents and businesses of Mapleton, and you are our future,” Duroche said in an email, read by Hirtle. “A strong connection with MYAC might be an advantage for our business members looking for new employees, so we welcome you and encourage you to get involved with the Chamber through your employer and your community.” An email from chamber member Dale Franklin suggested that instead of the youth heading to an out of town mall for purchases and services, they should consider whether or not it is available through the local business community. Burton added, “We don’t want Mapleton Township to be a bedroom community or our youth to go to Toronto to get a job. Get a job here and raise your family in a small community. We need your help in getting the youth to
stay here.” Hirtle mentioned that it is important students further their education and she would like to see students come back to the community after graduation. Hirtle also noted that a good work ethic has been instilled in the community’s youth. Burton noted that the parents of youth in the area have also instilled a service attitude in their children. How you give back to the community is important for potential employers to know when youth are seeking employment in the area, she explained. The future plans of the chamber include the use of social media, websites and the Community News and Wellington Advertiser to get the chamber’s message out. The hiring of a part-time employee to handle memberships, do paperwork and develop relationships in the community is also in the works. “We are taking baby steps and slowly growing,” Hirtle said. The chamber currently has 33 members.
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Progressive? It escaped the notice of few political observers that standing right behind Doug Ford when he was finally announced as leader of the Ontario Progressive Conservative party at the conclusion of a convoluted leadership contest on March 12 was rival candidate Tanya Granic Allen. On Monday, Granic Allen announced she will seek the nomination to represent the PCs in the riding of Missisauga Centre in the campaign for the June 7 general election. During the leadership campaign, Granic Allen indicated her main priority was putting a stop to the province’s recently updated health curriculum. Wouldn’t she make a great education minister should the Tories form government? Think of all the money we’ll save when she brings back those 1950s films featuring teens, who took their fashion cues from Wally Cleaver, literally sweating out scenarios like asking a girl out on a date, instead of providing information on the deadly serious internet/social media-related relationship issues teens face today. As for former leader Patrick Brown’s plan to use revenue from a proposed carbon tax to fund election promises, that’s gone with the wind, or rather windmills - the ones Granic Allen will “rip” right out the ground if Ford instead makes her minister of environment. Ford, for his part, has said he will axe the Liberal’s existing cap and trade emissions system, leaving the province with no way to comply with existing federal law requiring “a price on carbon.” It will be interesting to see if, under Ford, the Tories will be able to cobble together a cogent policy platform in time for an election, or if voters will instead continue to be offered nothing more than the empty “stop the gravy train” (drain the swamp?) sloganeering such populists are known for. And if Granic Allen were to end up teaming up with Ford in a leadership position should the Tories win, perhaps the first cut the party should implement is to its name. The term “progressive” might be seen as fat worthy of trimming.
Fire safety - Mapleton firefighters held a March break fire safety program attended by 25 children on March 12 at the Drayton fire station. Fire prevention/public education officer Amanda Cooper organized the event, which included a safety video, crafts, safety bingo, scavenger hunt, a visit from Pluggie the fire hydrant and a tour of the fire hall. Photo by Caroline Sealey
Optimists plan murder-mystery to support EmpoWEment Day MAPLETON - Every once in a while, you get blindsided in a good way. Ten months ago myself and two other Optimist Club members from Moorefield were invited to attend an event that, in all honesty, I knew little about: EmpoWErment Day. Sure, my children had talked about it, telling me how amazing it was, but wow, was I in for a surprise. On May 4, 2017, I was fortunate enough to attend the 3rd annual EmpoWErment day at the Sleeman Centre in Guelph. EmpoWErment Day
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the goal, assisted by Scott Nieuwland. Floradale tied the score as Javan Martin beat the goaltender, with an assist from Nick Martin. Drayton regained the lead in the final minute. Herman Mulder centred the puck from behind the net to Rob DeWeer who scored. Drayton added an insurance goal late in the period with a power play. Darrin Mohle dropped a pass to Mark Grasman at the point. Grasman slid a pass across the blue line to Brandon Rumph who fired
the puck home for the goal. Floradale responded before the period ended. Corey Wideman carried the puck deep and fed a pass to Javan Martin. Martin ripped a shot into the high corner for the goal. Drayton strengthened their lead late in the third. when Colton Hoekstra scored. Floradale pulled their goaltender for an extra attacker but a pass by Eric Decker gave Herman Mulder a shot into the empty net. The win tied the best of five ‘A’ Division Championship at two games a piece.
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run. I kept thinking to myself there is no way this was put on by students. The UGDSB should be proud of this group of students for putting on what has to be considered a flagship, circle-your-calendar, mustattend event. The quality of the speakers only strengthened my initial impressions; from the incredible story of Chris Temple and Zach Ingrasci, who documented their lives as they lived on $1 a day for two months in rural Guatemala; to Mariatu Kamara, who, at the age of 16, had her hands cut off by revolutionary fighters during the civil war in Sierra Leone; to the powerful poetry of Shane Koyczan; and my favorite with Luca ‘Lazy Legzz’ Patuelli. Luca by himself would have been worth the price of admission. An incredible man with a debilitating muscle disorder that affects his legs, he proved that anything is possible with a simple message, “No limits, No excuses.”
Started in 2015 by students from Drayton Heights Public School, this event has exploded in popularity. Starting from humble beginnings at the PMD Arena, to the Fergus Sportsplex, to filling the Sleeman Centre in Guelph with over 5,000 students. An incredible journey to be sure. This year’s event, scheduled for May 3, promises to be even better. Ask a Drayton Heights student in Grade 6 to 8 what this event means to them. Better yet, ask them after this year’s event. The mission of the Moorefield Optimist Club is to help bring out the best in youth. The club is a proud sponsor of EmpoWErment Day. On April 14 the Optimists are hosting a murder-mystery dinner at the PMD Arena in Drayton, with all proceeds going to EmpoWErment Day. For tickets ask an Optimist member or call 519-616-2095 for information. - Submitted by Dan McIntyre, Optimist Club of Moorefield
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can be best described as an inspirational presentation extraordinaire. It’s an all-day event in which students are encouraged to empower themselves to be better; better to themselves, better to each other, to “change your thoughts, change your world.” It’s an emotional roller coaster of powerful speakers and passionate students, where incredible stories were shared. My first impression was of the incredible quality of this event. It was astounding; so professionally organized, so well
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Carnegie Café attendees learn that winter is for the birds By Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - Learning and sharing information about winter birds in Mapleton Township was the focus of the Feb. 26 Carnegie Café held at the Drayton Library. Drayton librarian Joanne Wiersma led the workshop titled, Winter is for the Birds, with assistance from Community News bird columnist and avid bird watcher, Susan Warren. When asked which bird signals the coming of spring, workshop attendees agreed the robin was the first spring bird to appear. “Robins do not migrate as our winters are not as harsh as they used to be. Robins are able to survive the winter by eating berries and seeds and sheltering in trees,” Wiersma said. “The red winged blackbird is the first bird to return after winter.” Warren added to the dis-
Birding tips - Community News columnist and avid bird watcher Susan Warren, left, assisted Drayton librarian Joanne Wiersma with a birding workshop titled, Winter is for the Birds at the Drayton library on Feb. 26. The workshop was part of the Carnegie Café series that runs monthly at the library. Photo by Caroline Sealey cussion by briefly speaking on her simple method of recording sightings of birds at bird feeding stations and in nesting boxes on her rural property in Mapleton Township.
to attempting When attract birds to a bird feeder, bird watchers have various types of feeders to choose from depending on the type of bird they wish to attract. Whether homemade or pur-
chased, the simplest feeder is made of pine, does not require staining and is squirrel free. Similar feeders have cages attached at each end to hold suet which is attractive to woodpeckers. Circular feeders allow the feeding of shelled peanuts to blue jays. “Keep feeders clean and dry. A roof on the feeder prevents bird seed from becoming buried in the snow,” Wiersma said. “If no trees are available to shelter the feeder, add branches to the feeder to provide shelter for the birds.” To prevent squirrels from feeding at a bird feeder, Wiersma recommended using specially-formulated no squirrel bird seed. Leave peanuts in the shell when feeding blue jays and use bird seed to feed a range of birds. As birds are warm blooded and need to fuel their bodies choosing quality seed is important.
“Keep feeders full over the winter as birds will know out of habit where to find food for spring feeding,” Wiersma said. “Birds actively feed at dusk and dawn.” of method Another attracting birds is by hanging a birdseed wreath outdoors. Wiersma provided copies of a recipe for a doit-yourself birdseed wreath made from suet, cranberries, wild birdseed and peanuts to workshop participants. Wiersma also shared that a friend collects discarded natural Christmas trees and uses them as shelters for birds in her backyard. “Birds obtain moisture through snow. When there is no snow on the ground, bird baths provide a water source,” Wiersma said. water the “Keeping thawed can be done by solar, light bulb, heat lamp, battery warmer or a heating coil system.”
Bird watching excursions are an inexpensive source of entertainment. Tools for a bird watching excursion include a birding backpack, binoculars, camera, field guide, notebook and pen, map of the area, appropriate clothing, hat, sturdy shoes or boots, sunscreen, insect repellent, water and snacks. “Avid birders can be found observing the snowy owls that make their winter homes near Mar-Span and Centre Peel Public School,” Wiersma said. “Watch for rare birds. A rare yellow cardinal was found in Alabama. A one in a million sighting.” The Drayton library loans out binoculars, bird guides, birding magazines and other bird related books suitable to adults and children. Brochures are also available on birding trails in the Grand River watershed and trails associated with the Grand Valley Trails.
Information sessions planned for potential council candidates By Patrick Raftis ABOYNE – Candidates information sessions are planned next month for anyone considering running for office in the 2018 municipal elections. Sessions will be held at Aboyne Hall at the Wellington County Museum, 536 Wellington Road 18, Fergus on April 12 at 6:30pm and April 19 at 7pm. Hosted by Wellington County and member municipalities in partnership with
the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs, the sessions will provide information on topics such as: qualifications and requirements, financial obligations, candidate duties and responsibilities, role of council and the role of municipal staff. There is no charge to attend and no registration is required. “This candidate information workshop will give you an understanding of counT:5.063” cil’s roles and responsibilities. It will also explain how
duties and responsibilities of public office will impact your life,” organizers state. Officials recommend the sessions be attended by potential candidates and their spouses or partners and anyone interested in learning about municipal government. Centre Wellington clerk/ manager of legislative services Kerri O’Kane advises candidates would benefit from attending both sessions. “The sessions are very different and potential can-
didates are encouraged to attend both,” she stated in an email to the Community News. “Current sitting members of council are encouraged to attend the April 12 meeting as there have been significant changes to the Municipal Elections Act,” she added. Staff from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs will be in attendance at the April 12 session to review the chang-
es to the legislation in such areas as campaign finances and contributions, third party advertising, changes to filing nominations and financial obligations. O’Kane notes the April 19 session is geared more towards potential candidates. The guest speaker Fred Dean, a lawyer specializing in municipalities and municipal association will explain such topics as municipal powers, roles and
responsibilities, the difference between governance and administration, conflict of interest, impact on family life, legislation and regulations. The nomination period for the 2018 Ontario municipal elections begins May 1 and the last day to file or withdraw nominations is June 27. Election day is officially Oct. 22, but voting via such methods as mail and telephone will begin earlier.
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What are you gonna do? In the early 2000s, Phil Vischer was the president of what was then one of the largest digital animation studios outside of Hollywood and Disney. That company was Big Idea, the maker of the Veggie Tales videos. In the late 1990s, it was selling millions of videos every year. But in the early 2000s things started to get ugly. The company was in major financial trouble. Big Idea eventually found itself in bankruptcy court. Phil Vischer, the owner, founder and producer made a fascinating statement in the midst of it all. He talked about how God
had blessed him and made Big Idea successful, but then he was watching Big Idea crumble. In Vischer’s eyes it was really a question of what was more important: the dream and success of his company Big Idea or his relationship with God. In the book of Genesis, we read the history of the life Abraham. One of the most famous moments comes late in his life. For decades, Abraham had been waiting for God to satisfy the promise that he would one day father a child through his wife Sarah. When that promise finally is fulfilled the strangest thing happens. God speaks to Abraham and makes a request. We are told that God did this to test Abraham. God’s request was that
I also wonder about the journey. It was a three-day journey. Where was Abraham’s head during that journey? Did he doubt his decision? Did he rehearse how to go about the whole thing? Did he hope for an alternative? I also wonder about Isaac. What did Isaac think of all of this? Was he aware that he was about to die? I ask the questions, but the Bible doesn’t really tell us the answers. All we get is an interesting statement in the book of Hebrews which suggests that Abraham was going to go through with it, believing that when Isaac was dead, that God would raise him up again. For me that is a powerful statement of faith. Abraham and Isaac and
Abraham travel a three day’s journey to Mount Moriah, then once he arrived there he was to sacrifice his son Isaac on an altar. I have no idea how many times I have read the story, or how many times I have heard it told. But every time, the magnitude of the request seems to grow. Perhaps it is because I am now a father. Or perhaps it is because I am older and see the value of family. In any case, I look at how Abraham responds with a sense of awe. Abraham responds to God’s request with full obedience. But I have questions. Before Abraham left, did he talk to his wife? Did Abraham tell Sarah that God told him to sacrifice (to kill) his son on an altar? If he did, how did she respond? Then
two young men in Abraham’s service make the journey. Eventually, Abraham and Isaac separate from the others to make their way up the mountain. Somehow Abraham gets Isaac tied up and is ready to take Isaac’s life using a knife when God finally intervenes. Abraham looks up and finds a ram caught nearby in some bushes. He takes the ram and sacrifices it instead of his son. God had seen enough, and He was pleased. Now, what does all of this have to do with you and I? It is time to reflect. How have we been tested in our life? I am positive that God is not asking you to take the life of one of your children. But if we take this seriously, we can reflect on the fact that our lives
are filled with decisions, and each decision is in some way a test. The decisions we make reflect our priorities. This job or that job? Which one will bring us closer to God? Spend my money here or on this project there? Which one best reflects God as priority in my life? Over the next few weeks, take a really close look at the decisions you make. Are the decisions you are making bringing you closer to God? Are the decisions you are making reflecting God as priority in your life? It would be my prayer that each of us would develop more of a habit of thinking about how even some of the simplest decisions we make in life have an impact on our relationship with God.
Vacation Bible School organizers prepare for 2018 event DRAYTON “Shipwrecked VBS – Rescued by Jesus!” is the theme of the 2018 Vacation Bible School (VBS). The annual summer bible school is right around the corner and local churches will once again combine their efforts to organize VBS. “Imagine a world where
curious kids are taken to an unchartered island and Rescued by Jesus! All children who have completed junior kindergarten to those who have completed Grade 5 are welcome to join this amazing adventure,” organizers state. VBS will run from
July 9 to 13 at the Drayton Reformed Church located at 74 Wellington Street from 9 to 11:30am each morning. VBS is offered free through the local churches. “This is a great way for your children to feel a part of your community, meet other kids, and learn about Jesus,”
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Mapleton Township Municipal Offices, Council Chambers, 7275 Sideroad 16 Location of the Subject Land The property subject to the proposed amendment is legally described as Part Lot 10, Concession 11 (Maryborough) with a civic address of 8351 Wellington Road 8. The property is approximately 39.37 ha (97.28 ac) in size and the location is shown on the map below. The Purpose and Effect of the Application The purpose and effect of the proposed amendment is to rezone the subject lands to prohibit future residential development on the retained agricultural portion of property and permit an increased ground floor area for an existing accessory building on the severed lands. This rezoning is to satisfy conditions of severance application B118/17, that has been granted provisional consent by the Wellington County Land Division Committee. The consent will sever a 0.97 ha (2.39 ac) parcel with the existing dwelling and shed from the retained 38.4 ha (94.88 ac) vacant agricultural parcel. Oral or Written Submissions Any person or public body is entitled to attend the public meeting and make written or oral submissions in support of or in opposition to the proposed zoning by-law amendment. Written comments should be submitted to the Township Clerk at the address shown below. Power of OMB to Dismiss Appeals If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Mapleton before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Township of Mapleton to the Ontario Municipal Board.
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Guelph, Wellington hospitals get funding boost from province GUELPH - An additional $3.76 million in provincial funding for Guelph and Wellington hospitals was announced on March 23. The funding is part of the province’s commitment to spend an additional $822 million on Ontario hospitals in 2018–19, an increase of 4.6 per cent. Guelph MPP Liz Sandals was at Guelph General Hospital for the announcement, to explain how the funding increase will provide better access to care, reduce wait times, address capacity issues and better meet the needs of the changing population in Guelph and Wellington County. The preliminary allocations for Guelph and Wellington hospitals are: - Guelph General will receive more than $2.38 million in additional funding in 2018–19; - St. Joseph’s Health Centre will receive approximately $360,000 more; Homewood Health Centre will receive about $340,000; Groves Memorial Community Hospital will receive approximately $360,000; and North Wellington Health Care, operators of the Palmerston and District Hospital and Mount Forest’s Louise Marshall Hospital, will receive about $320,000. A press release from
Elective art - During February parents ran electives for students at Maryborough Public School. “We had so many wonderful experiences for the kids,” said teacher Lori Albrecht. Electives included: primary robotics, outdoor survival, road hockey, crafts, cake decorating, woodworking, 4-H, cooking, dance, karate, lego, painting and more. CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: Molly Frook shows off her creations from the arts and crafts and painting sessions; Hunter Rumph and Porter Coverdale enjoyed the outdoor survival elective; Clare Driscoll, Nicholas Pfanner, Simon Grasman and Ethan Riddolls display their woodworking projects. Submitted photos
Sandals’ office indicates the increase is on top of the 3.2% provided last year, “allowing hospitals to invest with more precision in the care and supports that address the specific needs of their patients and community.” The release states patients and families across Ontario will also directly benefit from the increased funding with the expansion of essential services to reduce wait times and priority procedures such as cardiac care, critical care, chemotherapy, treatment for strokes, hip and knee replacements and medical imaging. Increasing funding to hospitals and access to highquality health care across the province is part of the government’s plan “to support care, create opportunity and make life more affordable,” the release states. Sandals said, “It is great news that our government continues to invest in our health care system. “I am very pleased that Guelph and Wellington County hospitals will be receiving an additional $3.76 million to help reduce wait times and provide better access to care for our community.” Minister of Health and Long-Term Care Dr. Helena Jaczek said the government is “committed to making sure hospitals have the resources and supports they need.”
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Students visit Europe - Over the March break 30 students and nine chaperones from Norwell District Secondary School and the local community participated in a nine-day journey to France and Spain. They visited numerous historical sites in various cities throughout each country and experienced the diverse culture each region has to offer. “Overall it was a wonderful experience filled with moments and memories that will last a lifetime,” school officials state. Submitted photo
investigation prior to hiring Baron. Driscoll said “council has confirmed their confidence in our CAO,” yet he indicated council had not yet met to discuss the situation and no special meetings were planned, beyond a regular council meeting that afternoon. “I don’t believe we honestly need any special meeting,” he said. “This isn’t our issue and, like I’ve said several times, we’re more than confident in the services CAO Manny is providing for us.”
A statement issued on March 26 by the Town of Petrolia indicated the municipality has “fully cooperated with the OPP” during the investigation. “Council and town staff will not be commenting, as this item is before the courts and we could contaminate the process,” the statement reads. “Given that Mr. Baron is no longer an employee of the Town of Petrolia we request that any comments or questions be directed to the OPP.” Baron is to appear in Sarnia court on April 16.
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