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Magic act - A performance by magician Scott Dietrich on July 18 was part of the summer program at the Drayton library. At the end of Dietrich’s performance, he broke the rule of magic shows by showing the children how to perform three simple magic tricks. RIGHT: Accompanying Dietrich to Drayton was Sir Walken the Magic Bunny, which had a long line up of children eager to meet him. Photos by Caroline Sealey
Precaution urged at lake due to possible algae MAPLETON The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) has collected samples at Conestogo Lake reservoir due to the possible presence of blue-green algae. The algae may contain a toxin called microcystin that can cause illness when ingested by people or animals.
Algae blooms were first noticed last week on the shoreline. Samples were taken on July 20 by MOECC staff for analysis (results, expected back this week, were not known by press time). When the algae die, the toxin is released in the water, where it breaks down in five to seven days. There have been no
reports of human illness caused by the algae. The Grand River Conservation Authority is asking lake users not to swim in the reservoir, to keep children and pets away from the algae, avoid contact with algae, and not to eat fish or ingest water from the lake. Boating is permitted, but avoid touching the algae.
MAPLETON – Council has waived the municipality’s normal procurement policy to allow for immediate repair to a Sideroad 17 culvert damaged during a major rainstorm on June 23. On July 11 council received a report from public works director Sam Mattina indicating the culvert near Glen Allan “sustained critical damage in the way of structural failure,� during the storm, which caused flooding throughout the township and led Mayor Neil Driscoll to declare a state of emergency. “This concrete box struc-
ture had a 1,200mm corrugated steel pipe (CSP) extension at each end,� Mattina stated in the report. “A section of the CSP culvert extension broke apart and failed under the extreme forces of the water flow. Additionally, the connection between the CSP and the concrete box culvert is showing signs of imminent failure as well.� The township contacted two local contractors to procure a quotation to perform the emergency replacement, but only one was able to perform the work immediately. The staff report recommended council accept the quote of $116,170 from Kurtis
Smith Excavating Limited to remove and replace the culvert. Staff also recommended up-sizing the culvert to 2,000mm, which will double its hydraulic capacity and “significantly reduce the risk of washouts and road flooding in the future.� The report states the Grand River Conservation Authority has granted authorization. Costs for the project will be covered by the 2017 budget capital allocation for “other bridge work� until funding, or a portion of the funding, has been secured from the provincial flood relief program, Mattina explained in the report.
Nater questions timing of funding MAPLETON The Township of Mapleton will receive $38,500 in federal funding from the CanadaOntario Clean Water and Wastewater Fund (CWWF), for the installation of six new watermain valves and the rehabilitation of two watermain valves in Drayton. “It is encouraging to know
that the residents of Drayton will benefit from this muchneeded funding� said PerthWellington MP John Nater upon receiving the news from Infrastructure Canada. “Water and wastewater infrastructure projects remain a priority for many communities across PerthWellington.
“This is an issue I repeatedly highlighted to the government since being elected.� However, Nater was critical of the timing of the announcement. “It is unfortunate that water and wastewater infrastructure funding continues to be slow and disorganized,� SEE NATER
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Drayton prepares for Canada-themed fair Aug. 11 to 13 By Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - The Drayton Mapleton Agricultural Society is continuing Canada 150 celebrations in Mapleton Township at the 161st Drayton Fair. The theme for this year’s fair, set for Aug. 11 to 13, is Canada: Growing Forward 150 Years. “Every year we strive to offer the events you have come to expect and at the same time offer some new and unique features. Especially this year as we celebrate our great country’s past and exciting future,� said society president Jim Zantinge. New to the lineup at this year’s Canada-themed fair are events suited to fairgoers of all ages. From 10am to 3pm on Saturday, Carquest Auto Parts stores from Elmira, Fergus, Arthur and Erin are sponsoring a Modern and Muscle Car Show. Show organizers are seeking individuals interested in displaying their modern or muscle
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Fun at the fair - The popular demolition derby will once again be a part of the Drayton Fair entertainment lineup. This year’s derby will be on the track at 2pm on Aug. 13. Community News file photo car or truck at the fair. For the child in everyone, a Bubble Zone will be set up at the fairgrounds on Saturday from 12 to 4pm. The Bubble Zone is a designated 14-by-14 foot area where the young and young at heart can blow bubbles. Bubble machines allocated to the
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area are capable of filling the grounds with thousands of bubbles. Bubble wands will also be available for individuals who choose to blow bubbles without the aid of a machine. New to the Drayton Fair on Sunday at 12pm is an opportunity for fair-goers
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to take a ride in a monster truck. Murray Marquardt of Harriston is bringing “The Sheriff� monster truck and will be offering rides for a nominal fee. Fair board members are challenging pie lovers over the age of six to an old-fashioned pie eating contest at
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12:30pm on Sunday. A variety of cream pies provided by Drayton Freshmart will provide the fare for the event. The winner will be awarded a prize and the title of Pie Eating Champion 2017. Smash Bros Demo Derbies of Grand Valley is organizing this year’s Demolition Derby on the track at 2pm on Sunday afternoon. Heats include best decorated, four-cylinder figure eight, six/ eight cylinder demo, half-ton pickup truck demo and mini smash. The prize purse this year has increased to $4,000 with the feature car prize at $800. Smash Bros are encouraging local residents to get their vehicles ready for the derby. Under the grandstand, inside the Purple Palace, 14 local vendors will sell their wares on Friday from 5 to 10pm, Saturday 10am to 10pm and Sunday 11am to 3pm. Many unique items will be on offer from vendors such as Thirty-one, Pampered Chef, Scentsy, Epicure and Mary Kay.
Home baking will also be available while quantities last. Exhibitors in the Horticulture, Culinary Crafts, Leisure Arts and Crafts and Youth Exhibitions are asked to note the special Canadian-themed classes in honour of Canada’s 150th birthday. The fair board welcomes back its regular food vendors plus new vendors offering healthy food options. All events will be held at the Drayton Mapleton Agricultural Society’s Fairgrounds located at 49 Elm Street in Drayton. Admission to the fair is: - adults, $10 ($15 after 5pm); - children aged six to 12, $5; - under six, free. Children’s wristbands can be used all weekend. An adult weekend pass is $30. More information on the Drayton Fair can be found at www.draytonfair.com or email draytonfair@hotmail. com or contact Jim at 519-5034682, Amy at 519-993-2646 or Arlie at 519-638-3323.
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Junior Farmers planning car wash as fundraiser for new Groves hospital WELLINGTON COUNTY - Throughout the last few months, the Wellington County Junior Farmers have been busy in the community. On April 9 the group ran its 10th Annual Spaghetti Supper in Drayton and was able to donate $1,500 to local food banks as a result. “Many thanks to the dinner sponsors that helped make the event a success,” club officials stated. Later that month, five members worked together to clean up five kilometres of the club’s adopted road ditches outside of Rothsay. The weather was cooperative and the volunteers managed to collect two pick-up truck loads of garbage. On May 11, the club social
was held at Air U in Guelph where both members and friends spent an hour on the indoor trampoline park. In June club members welcomed seven international delegates from Northern Ireland, Austria, England, Germany, Switzerland and Scotland. During their week with the club, they travelled to a variety of different farms and sites throughout Wellington County and surrounding area. Some of the attractions included: Elora Raceway, Elora Gorge, sheep, goat, beef and dairy farms in the area, along with a composting farm in Moorefield. The delegates enjoyed starting their travels off in Wellington County and are in Ontario until the end of
August travelling to different counties throughout the province. “We are very fortunate to have businesses and farmers that allow us to show our exchange delegates what life is like in Ontario and the program greatly benefits from their generosity and welcoming nature,” club officials noted. On June 24, four of members volunteered at the Fergus Fall Fair Breakfast on the Farm event at the Dirksen farm in Alma. This event was a huge success and served 900 breakfasts to guests at the dairy farm. In the upcoming month, there are two events where Wellington County Junior Farmers will be on hand.
On July 29 in Alma the club will be hosting a fundraising car wash to raise money for the new Groves hospital in Aboyne. The car wash will be held at the gas station on Wellington Road 7 just outside of Alma. “Please come out to support via donation to the new hospital fund while getting your car cleaned, starting at 7am,” club officials urge. The club has monthly meetings and the next one will be at 7:30pm on Aug. 8 at the OMAFRA office in Elora. New members are always welcome. Email wellingtonjuniorwith farmers@gmail.com any questions or for more information about upcoming events.
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Former Mapleton resident a practitioner of therapeutic music By Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - Music can bring joy, awaken emotions, and restore the body and soul. Some practitioners also use it to bring healing to those in need. Former Mapleton resident and musician Paul Haslem uses therapeutic music sessions to enhance care for medical patients. Haslem spoke on therapeutic music at the Seniors Centre for Excellence July congregate dining program. While living in the United States, Haslem visited a museum in Michigan. Intrigued by an unusual on instrument musical display at the museum, he began researching it. “The instrument, a hammered dulcimer, was magical and sounded like fairies dancing,” Haslem said. “As it was not available in local music stores, I contacted the Smithsonian Institute for help with building my own instrument. Instructions on how to play the hammered dulcimer came from another fellow I saw at a different demonstration.” The hammered dulcimer is an ancient musical instrument and the oldest known form of percussive stringed
Ancient instrument- Former Mapleton Township resident and Paul Haslem, spoke on therapeutic music and the hammered dulcimer at the July Seniors Centre for Excellence congregate dinning program. Haslem provides therapeutic music to patients in private homes, nursing homes, palliative care facilities, hospitals and hospices. Photo by Caroline Sealey instrument. The unusuallyshaped instrument provides a simple primitive sound from the 64 attached strings. “It’s like carrying around a small piano. Like a piano, the dulcimer has to be tuned on a regular basis,” Haslem said. The instrument is played hammers wooden with similar to hammers used in a piano. For his own use, Haslem created a number of different-sized hammers some padded with soft leather, others bare wood, and each producing a different
sound. In the 1980s, Haslem performed instrumental guitar music at folk festivals across North America, using songs played on the hammered dulcimer to break up the guitar set. By the 1990s the role was reversed with the popularity of the hammered dulcimer music. Haslem also developed story-telling skills during this period. At the time, followers of Haslem commented that his music was relaxing. Children danced to the music and mothers of chil-
dren with special needs used Haslem’s CDs to calm their children. “My younger sister had two boys that doctors wanted to put on Ritalin. Instead of Ritalin my sister used music from my CD. People began playing my music to their dogs during thunderstorms or during periods of anxiety, calming them,” Haslem said. In 2015, Haslem was introduced to the Music for Healing and Transition Program, a one-year program involving five long weekends of classroom work
followed by self study online and a period of practicum. Haslem did his practicum at Women’s College Hospital, Toronto and the Fordwich Village Nursing Home. Upon completion of the program, Haslem became a certified music practitioner. “I am not a music therapist. A music therapist assesses the person and music is the primary tool used in therapy sessions. Patients must take an active role in the therapy provided. Certified music practitioners play beside the patient, catering to their specific needs,” Haslem said. Certified music practitioners play for the elderly, sick, dying, women giving birth and patients awaiting surgery. Haslem focuses on the patient, carefully watching their response to the music being played. If the patient shows signs of being restless or unhappy, adjustments are made to the music and how it’s being played. The ultimate goal is to have the patient calm and relaxed. “It’s the neurochemical response of the brain allowing the body to relax and heal itself,” Haslem said. “In the beginning members of the medical profes-
sion were skeptical about the music, but changed their minds when they found their patients’ blood pressure dropping, patients relaxing and some even falling asleep.” Haslem says research has shown live acoustic music at the bedside can stabilize heart rates, affect respiration, decrease muscular tension, relieve anxiety and stress, increase endorphin levels and foster a sense of safety and well being. Other benefits identified by research include: sharpened mental focus, provision of a distraction, help with the transition of death, masking of unpleasant sounds and feelings, equalization of brain waves, and the provision of companionship. Haslem continues to volunteer on a weekly basis at the Fordwich facility and also provides therapeutic sessions to patients on a paying basis. Therapeutic music sessions can be arranged for homes, nursing homes, hospitals, and hospice or palliative care facilities. For more information on therapeutic music or to book a session visit www.dulcetones.ca, email dulcetones. ca@gmail.com or call 519-9988346.
Local MPP critical of proposed provincial labour legislation PERTH-WELLINGTON – Local MPP Randy Pettapiece says small businesses in the riding are “raising red flags” about proposed changes to provincial labour legislation. On July 20, he participated in a public meeting of the allparty Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs in Hamilton. The committee is studying the Liberal government’s Bill 148, which would make changes to Ontario’s employment and labour laws – including an increase of the minimum wage to $15 per hour by January of 2019. “Small businesses in Perth-Wellington are raising red flags about Bill 148,” he said. “Some are warning they could be forced to reduce work hours, lay off employees, and possibly even close their businesses altogether.” As Progressive Conservative caucus critic for community and social services, Pettapiece says he has also heard from the leadership of social service agencies. Many have not seen a base funding increase in nine years, the MPP states in a press release.
At committee, Pettapice raised examples of affected local agencies that will be facing huge new costs. “I have met with several non-profit leaders about Bill 148 and they are extremely worried about being able to sustain services,” Pettapiece noted after the meeting. “People with disabilities and other vulnerable groups rely on these agencies. It seems the government hasn’t even thought about them.” Pettapiece also contends Bill 148 will put “added strain” on Ontario families and business owners, “who are already facing among the highest hydro rates in North America.” Meanwhile, Liberal MPPs are travelling across the province gathering input on the proposed legislation. Last week, they made stops in Thunder Bay, North Bay, Ottawa, Kingston, and Windsor, getting feedback from workers, small businesses and academics. The Liberal Caucuas Service Bureau issued a press release on July 17 providing comments from Ontarians who addressed the group.
Theatre guild, dance academy to offer summer programs for kids HARRISTON – The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild and Minto Dance Academy are sponsoring a Theatre and Dance Summer Program at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre. Two sessions are being offered, July 31 to Aug. 4 or Aug. 14 to 18. Programs run from 9am to 5pm with early drop-off available at 8:30am. Programs are offered for
juniors (ages 6 to 11) and seniors (12+) for $125 per session. No theatre or dance experience necessary. Dance sessions will include jazz, ballet, contemporary and lyrical activities. Theatre activities include improv games, crafts, tableaux and short skits. For information call 519338-3681 or email gwtg@ wightman.ca.
“I applaud this government in taking a leadership role in creating decent work for all Ontarians. All workers will benefit from these bold and much-needed changes,” stated Jodi Nesbitt, president of Unifor Local 240. “Many business owners would prefer that their employees didn’t need to choose to remain in poverty, just so that they can stay and help build the owner’s business” Bruce Taylor, president of Envrio-Stewards Inc., told the panel. “Employers motivation may be their top line of sales, as the quality of their product or service is dependent on the experience level and commitment level of their staff. “It could also be their bottom line, due to the cost of their key staff recruiting and training staff over and over for the same positions.” Ontario NDP Labour critic Cindy Forster says the NDP will be tabling a package of amendments to strengthen the government’s bill, which Forester says doesn’t go far enough and misses the mark. “We’ve spent the last two weeks hearing from workers,
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Letter to the editor A great week of VBS Dear Editor: What a great week we had at Vacation Bible School this summer from July 10 to 14! We had 210 children running through the church every day. Thank you to all who volunteered to make this wonderful program happen; without you we wouldn’t have been able to run such a successful program. We had over 100 volunteers from various churches help out. Thank you to those who prayed, donated food, helped with decorations, or simply just sent your son or daughter. What a blessing to live
in a wonderfully supportive community! There was a great deal of singing, laughing, dancing, snacking, playing and crafting going on at the church every day. It was evident if you stepped in the building that there was a lot of learning going on through fun activities. The children also supported our local food bank by bringing in food items. It was neat to see the kids putting food in the grocery cart as they came into the church. Our prayer is that the children discovered they’re lovingly crafted by God and made for a purpose! Tracy Kabbes, Mapleton
Over 200 attend VBS Over 200 local children participated in the recent Vacation Bible School in Drayton from July 10 to 14. The annual event is a collaboration of areas churches involving a wide range of activities. ABOVE: The group is gathered to put on a show. RIGHT: Maurice Veldhuis demonstrated robotics for youngsters at VBS. The projects were built by students from Woodlands High School, including some Mapleton residents. Submitted photos
OPP: consumers, vendors should be on lookout for counterfeit cash ORILLIA - Police are warning Ontario residents of counterfeit currency making the rounds, leaving consumers and vendors as victims. Between the beginning of 2017 and July 10, the OPP received 82 reports of counterfeit bills in its West Region alone, ranging in value from $5 to $100 bills in Canadian and American bank notes. The OPP is partnering with the Bank of Canada and the Royal Canadian Mounted
Police (RCMP) to educate citizens and business owners about how to spot counterfeit currency and what to do when they encounter fake cash. The RCMP reports 17,504 counterfeit Canadian bank notes passed in 2016 - 3,934 of those (roughly 22 percent) in Ontario. When dealing with someone who is attempting to pass counterfeit bank notes, cash handlers must ensure
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such as denomination, serial number, time, context, physical descriptions, and vehicles and licence plates; - contact your local police service; and - give the suspicious bank note to the police and request a receipt - if the note is genuine, it will be returned. “Remember, someone passing a counterfeit bank note may not be aware it is phoney - he or she could also be an unwitting victim of crime,” police note. Even with new technology, no counterfeiter is able to produce an exact duplicate of a genuine bank note - a counterfeit is always an inferior copy of the original. At first glance, a good counterfeit looks real but if you know what to look for and feel for - it only takes a few seconds to detect a fake. More information about Canadian bank note security features is available on the Bank of Canada website. Police note large scale counterfeit currency activity in Canada is usually facilitated by organized crime groups involved in other criminal activities including weapons offences, drugs and identity theft. Possession, use or creation of counterfeit currency is an indictable offence punishable upon conviction by up to 14 years in prison. “Counterfeit deterrence requires a team approach from all partners including law enforcement agencies, the Bank of Canada, retailers and the public working together,” stated Chief Superintendent J.E. (John) Tod of the OPP Investigation and Support Bureau. “If you come across phoney money, contact your local police service.”
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Township awards tender to replace bowstring bridge on Sideroad 17 Province providing 90 per cent of funds By Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - The township has awarded the tender for the construction of a $1-million replacement bridge on Sideroad 17 near Glen Allan. Council awarded the tender on July 11 to Finnbilt General Contracting Ltd. for $1,065,866. The bid was the lowest of two received. The bridge was identified for replacement in the township’s 2014 municipal bridge inspection report. Due to the heritage nature
of the structure and the need to increase the hydraulic capacity, an environmental assessment (EA) was required, public works director Sam Mattina explained in a staff report. The EA public review period commenced on June 2 and ended on July 2, with no outstanding issues. Councillor Matt Martin asked if the bridge would be constructed with arches due to the heritage nature of the existing structure. Mattina responded the design entails “a flat deck, no arches; your traditional new-
style bridge.” The scope of the project includes the removal of a one-lane, concrete arch bridge “in seriously deteriorated condition” and the construction of a new, two-lane bridge meeting all requirements, load and geometry, of the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code, the MTO Structural Manual, and the Roadside Safety Manual, the report states. The township received 90 per cent funding from the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) for the project.
Mapleton has awarded the construction tender for replacement of a bridge on Sideroad 17 near Glen Allan to Finnbilt General Contracting Ltd., for $1,065,866. The single-lane bowstring bridge is being replaced with a new two-lane structure. Photo: Township of Mapleton 2014 Municipal Bridge Inspection Report
Hydro One reminding customers to be prepared for extended outages TORONTO - As the temperature rises along with the humidity so does the risk of summer thunderstorms. Hydro One is reminding customers of the importance of being prepared for an extended outage. The company created an emergency preparedness video to educate customers on what they should have in a 72-hour kit at home. “Our Grid Control Centre monitors weather across the province so that we can prepare and have crews in position to respond to any outages,” said Hydro One vice president of lines and forestry Tom Kydd. “While we do everything we can to keep the lights on and get them back on should they go out, we want to help educate our customers on what they should have on-hand in case of an extended outage as well as the outage notification
tools available to them.” For outage updates, customers can visit Hydro One’s Storm Centre or download the free mobile app available for smart phones and tablet devices. These tools allow customers to check the status of power outages anywhere in Hydro One’s service area and receive helpful tips and news. Last winter, Hydro One announced the launch of a pilot of its Outage Notification tool. This new service allows Hydro One residential customers to register in advance to receive proactive, personalized text messages or email alerts about outages that may be affecting their homes, cottages, farms or small businesses. Over 132,000 residential customers in the following areas were invited to register for the pilot through Hydro
One’s MyAccount portal for the new Outage Notification service: Alliston, Dundas, Orangeville, Bolton, Guelph, Thorold and Simcoe. The pilot area will be expanded over the next month to include most of the province. If the power system in your area is affected by bad weather, be sure to stay clear of any fallen power lines, Hydro One advises. Anyone spotting a fallen line should keep at least 10 metres back, even if it does not appear to be live. Report it to the police and call Hydro One at 1-800434-1235. “Safety is at the core of everything Hydro One employees do. Not only are our crews trained in First Aid, every Hydro One vehicle is equipped with a First Aid kit,” company officials state. “Hydro One delivers electricity safely, reliably, and responsibly to homes and
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A crazy world What are we to do in a crazy world? Wars, rumors of wars, pandemics, floods, droughts, fires, foolishness, infestations, hurricanes, volcanoes, tsunamis, cancer, calamities, financial recessions, terrorists and a host of other dangers make living with anxiety commonplace in our world. Sometimes this anxiety is not focused on the latest or any one of the above concerns. It is just a general awareness that we live in danger which may come at us and our families and friends from any direction at any time.
A person can try to ignore the situation, refuse to watch the ‘news” and whistle in the dark. But most have a hard time convincing even themselves that there is no authentic cause for alarm. The dangers are real, but what ought we to do about it? Christians know an advantage in dealing with this. They have already learned to put their trust in an omnipotent God. A God who has promised them a future, even though the Bible reminds them of the witness of history. That history shows that while God does not always immediately deliver His people from trouble, He always provides a way through the trouble. Note, I did not say He provides a way out of trouble
but a way through trouble. Personally, I have many times experienced that God does save me from trouble, but not always. Sometimes in fact, taking the long view, I am thankful looking back at what I’ve learned simply because I have gone through the trouble. Lessons that would have gone unlearned and rendered life less deep and meaningful, if I had been spared. Some of the lessons are extremely hard but no less important. So while we are sometimes miraculously delivered we ought not to simply expect it. Jesus told us plainly, “In me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart I have overcome
the world. (John 16:33). Paul, also from his own horrible calamities confidently told the Romans (Romans8: 28) that they could KNOW that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. He repeated this counsel in his letter to the Philippians (Philippians4: 11-12) … I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and ever situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through Him who gives me strength. There are numerous sto-
ries of saints and martyrs, who bore witness to this confident faith even at the point of death. St. Augustine wrote: “God of our life, there are days when the burdens we carry chafe our shoulders and weigh us down; when the road seems dreary and endless, the skies gray and threatening; when our lives have no music in them and our hearts are lonely, and our souls have lost their courage, Flood the path with light, run our eyes to where the skies are full of promise, tune our hearts to brave music, give us the sense of comradeship with heroes and saints of every age; and so quicken our spirits that we may be able to encourage the
souls of all who journey with us on the road of life, to your honour and glory.” So, no matter what is going on in the world, as the gospel chorus reminds us, Resting in the ever lasting arms we are “Safe and secure from all alarms.” This is not fake news. This is good news made certain by the power of the resurrection, by the one who suffered more in this world than any one. The one who was humiliated, beaten, mocked, nailed to a tortuous cross and died but came to life again. This good news is verified by Jesus, the Christ and his power is still at work in all who will receive his peace, even in this crazy calamitous world.
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CAMBRIDGE – Mistaken identities, unrequited romances, riotous plot twists and hilarious confusion take centre stage at the Dunfield Theatre Cambridge in One For The Pot, a brilliant British farce that will have audiences laughing out loud from July 26 to Aug. 12. The story behind this tale revolves around Billy Hickory Wood, a young man determined to prove that he is the only surviving child of a rich mill owner in order to claim a hefty inheritance. Because this is a farce, it turns out that there are indeed several other wouldbe heirs to the Hickory Wood fortune … all of whom emerge from the woodwork to vie for the money. Trouble is, each successive arrival looks exactly identical to Billy Hickory Wood, which naturally leads to an everescalating series of mix-ups, faux pas, and hare-brained schemes. “One For The Pot is one of the best farces ever written – it’s relentlessly funny, full of outrageous characters, and packed with clever plot twists that keep audiences guessing … and laughing,” said Alex Mustakas, artistic director of Drayton Entertainment. “The show is executed with brilliant comic finesse by a terrific cast of performers – audiences are in for a treat.” Director Marcia Kash brings this madcap farce to life with the razor-sharp wit, and frenetic pacing required to maximize the bountiful humour in the script. Kash trained as an actor at The
EDDIE GLEN Drama Centre in London, England, and began her career at the Royal Court Theatre in the West End. She has directed both musicals and plays across the country including The Ladies Foursome, Boeing Boeing, Run For Your Wife, Too Many Cooks, Who’s Under Where? and See How They Run for Drayton Entertainment. The creative team also includes set designer Allan Wilbee, who in typical farcical fashion ensures there is a dizzying array of entrances and exits on the elaborate set; costume designer Ivan Brozic, whose period attire distinguishes each of the comical claimants; and Lighting Designer Lyle Franklin, who skill-
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Nater questions timing of water, wastewater funding » FROM PAGE 1
the MP stated. “The start date for this project was May 1, yet the funding was not announced until July 19.
“This funding should have been announced along with the previous CWWF funding ... earlier this year.” On May 3, it was announced Mapleton would
receive $20,009 for the addition of three wastewater forcemain valves in Drayton. The anticipated start date for that projected was also May 1.
Under the CWWF, the federal government will provide 50 per cent of anticipated project costs, while the province contributes up to 25 per cent.
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rich mill owner who is trying to stay in control of his chaotic household. Tree spent 27 seasons at the Stratford Festival playing roles like Touchstone in As You Like It, Stephano in The Tempest, Erronius in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Oswald in King Lear and more. Sarah Higgins is suitably wide-eyed and innocent as Jonathan’s daughter, Cynthia Hardcastle, whose love life and every move are scrutinized by her overprotective father. Andrea Risk is his wacky sister, Amy Hardcastle, while Kyle Golemba finds a terrific balance between stuffiness and suaveness as the beguiling art critic Clifton Weaver. Amanda Leigh mines laughs as Billy’s histrionic wife, Winnie, and Douglas E. Hughes is the ever-amusing
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New committee prepares for 2017 Drayton Terry Fox Run DRAYTON - Cancer is a terrifying word to many of us. There are very few people that are fortunate enough to say they have not witnessed the battle fought by a family member, friend, neighbor, teammate, classmate or even personally. This terrible illness causes suffering, pain and turmoil in people’s lives. Those observing have a sincere desire to help, but are often left feeling helpless. The Terry Fox Run provides them with an opportunity to step up and help fight this illness, while showing support to all those affected by this dreadful disease. The Terry Fox Run has been a been an integral part of cancer research, raising over $700 million to date, which has assisted in the development of new forms of treatment and has funded 1,291 cancer research projects, focusing on many different kinds of cancer. Drayton has significantly contributed to this success, raising over $450,000 to date through the local run each fall, and $23,379 in 2016 alone. On Sept. 17, 2017, we get to come together as a community; all ages, all fitness levels, whether closely impacted by cancer or felt from a distance, everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate. There will be three routes this year: a 2km, 5km and
Community spirit - A total of 162 area residents walked, ran, biked and hiked their way through the Terry Fox Run in Drayton last September, raising around $24,000. Clockwise from top left: A participant and two youngsters “strolled” through the course; a group of walkers enjoyed a leisurely pace; Darcy Trinier and passenger; cancer survivor Matt Ottens trailed by two of his children; Matt’s wife Leona Ottens with a couple more; and Paula Trinier. Community News file photos 10km route, enabling people to pick the option that best suites them. You are welcome to walk, run or bike. Come with your family, friends, coworkers, team or independently and help us demonstrate how a community can come together and
show the love that we have for one another, while raising money for this important cause. As in previous years, we encourage you to challenge and support each other in this, by forming walking or running groups and/or cre-
ating some friendly competition in dollars raised. Thank you to all those who have made past runs such a huge success, your generosity has positively impacted many lives around the world and is greatly appreciated. Also, a huge thank you
to our former Terry Fox Committee - you are an inspiration! Year after year you donated your time and energy, brought a community together and ran extremely successful races, in turn, touching so many lives. You carried on Terry Fox’s legacy
and have contributed to the advances made in the quest to find a cure for cancer. As a new committee, we hope to build on this amazing foundation that you have established and to continue to help Terry’s vision become a reality. If you would like to volunteer with the run, or have ideas that you would like to share, please email us at draytonterryfox@yahoo. com. Add this important event to your calendar. On Sept. 17, registration will begin at 12:30pm, with the exciting send off at 1:30pm. Following the run, join us as we celebrate our accomplishments as a community. In the upcoming weeks, participants may pick up sponsor forms at the following local businesses: Drayton and Moorefield Royal Bank, Blooming Dale’s, Drayton Food Market, Gourlay’s Store and Dobben’s Hardware. You are welcome to bring a donation or sponsor a participant if you choose not to participate. Businesses and organizations are encouraged to become corporate sponsors, and will be listed in the Community News following the event. Thank you in advance for your generosity. See you Sept. 17th! - Submitted by Melissa Gleeson, Drayton Terry Fox Run Committee
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Construction activity continues strong in Mapleton Township By Patrick Raftis MAPLETON – Building activity in the township continues to outpace last year’s figures thought the first six months of 2017. At the July 11 council meeting, chief building official Patty Wright reported the township issued 60 building permits in June, for construction valued at about $7.13 million, generating almost $73,000 in permit fees. That’s well above the numbers from June 2016: 37 permits issued for construction valued at just over $2.4 million and resulting in about $22,000 in fees.
Year to date, the township has issued 173 permits for $25.2 million worth of construction and has collected almost $220,000 in fees. To this point in 2016, the township had issued 170 permits for construction valued at just under $17.7 million, generating fees of about $146,000. In her report to council Wright noted fees collected for both the current month and year to date are above the five-year-average. “The building department has no concerns,” she told council. Agricultural construction has led the boom both in June and year to date in 2017,
Wright reported. In June, the municipality issued 19 permits for agricultural construction valued at just under $3.9 million, generating fees of $41,850. So far this year 74 agricultural building projects worth slightly more than $16.1 million have resulted in permit fees of almost $139,000. In June, four permits for single family dwellings valued at a total of $1.3 million were issued, generating fees of nearly $12,000. Year to date single family dwelling construction has accounted for 13 permits, with fees of $32,000 for construction worth $4.4 million.