Drayton Community News September 11, 2015

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Mapleton reverts to automated phone system due to caller ‘irritation’ by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Turns out not everyone prefers a personal touch, at least over the phone. A recent move to have all calls to the Mapleton administration centre answered live by an employee has been abandoned after staff reported many people, particularly frequent callers, found the process frustrating. However, a revamped automated answering system will give callers a chance to opt very quickly to speak to a live voice. The township implemented a live-answer system in February, after Mayor Neil Driscoll made a key promise during the 2014 election campaign to switch from the automated answering system that had been in place for several years. “I want a person answering the phone,� Driscoll said at an all candidates meeting in Alma on Oct. 9 last year. “That answering service is going,� he stated in response to a question about candidates’ top priority for their first six months in office. However, at the Aug. 23 council meeting, a staff report from public works director and acting CAO Brad Roberts

recommended adding a “backdoor� phone numbering system to the current system. The system would allow staff to provide a back door number and appropriate extension to allow frequent contacts to reach them directly. “Staff has agreed that the majority of calls for the building department know the extension or person to whom they wish to speak, and/or are calling to book an inspection,� McRoberts stated in a written report. “Many builders and farmers indirectly express their irritation with having to go through a live person, explain their request, and then be subsequently transferred to the building department; their sighs, tone of voice, and impatience is evident to administrative staff.� The report also notes “at least 50 per cent� of calls directed to public works are from engineering firms and contractors “that have no need to speak with reception and would rather dial directly into the correct extension. This is often apparent when multiple calls from the same person occur during one day, regarding time-sensitive issues or Continued on page 5

Time capsule survives tornado; returned to Teviotdale resident by Caroline Sealey TEVIOTDALE - Twelve years ago, during the construction of his family’s new home and business, a Teviotdale youth was inspired to add something unusual to the build. After hearing about friends finding coins from the late 1800s during home renovations, Tyler Redpath thought a time capsule containing coins would be an interesting way to capture the year his family’s home was built. In April of 2003, the then 12-year-old compiled the contents of a time capsule in hope that sometime in the future the house would be under renovations and the owner would enjoy a flash back in time. Inside a Mason jar Redpath included the front pages of the April 18, 2003 editions of

The Wellington Advertiser and The Community News, various coins, his Grade 6 school picture, photos of the house under construction, an 2002 aerial photograph of Teviotdale and a letter addressed to the person who finds the capsule. “The letter contained information about my family, our interests, where family members are buried in the Harriston and Listowel cemeteries, the family business (motorcycle and archery shop) and the businesses in Teviotdale,� Redpath explained. “At that time there were 10 houses, the truck stop/restaurant, butcher shop, farm equipment dealer and outdoor furniture sales centre. I asked whoever found the letter to try and find my descendants or me Continued on page 2

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Community effort - Rothsay residents, along with Mapleton councillors and employees, gathered on Aug. 31 to enjoy the barbecue and to test out the newly-installed playground equipment at Rothsay Park. Mapleton Township partnered with Rothsay Darling Ingredients Inc. (RDII) and the Drayton Kinsmen Club through the municipality’s 50/50 funding program to install the new equipment. The park was closed in the past due to unsafe playground equipment. More coverage on page 8. photos by Caroline Sealey

Local man to set sail to Africa on Mercy Ship

by Patrick Raftis DRAYTON - A Mapleton man is about to set sail on the adventure of his lifetime. Tobias Grigat, a 39-yearold carpenter from just outside Drayton, has signed up to volunteer aboard the world’s largest charity hospital ship, Africa Mercy, from October to June. He will be using his skills to help bring “transformational health care� to thousands of people, trip organizers state. Grigat is a general carpenter and a crew foreman whose duties aboard the Africa Mercy will include general repairs of the vessel’s accommodations, including carpentry, flooring and furnishings work. Though Grigat is not working in a medical capacity, Mercy Ships officials say “he is helping change the lives of the hundreds of patients who step on board.� As ship carpenter, Grigat said he will be doing “anything from fixing bed frames to fixing porthole windows on the ship. They also have projects on land – but I don’t know whether I’ll be involved in them in any way,� he added. “Last year I would never have expected to volunteer on board a hospital ship, but when the opportunity came up, it seemed like the perfect fit. I’m excited about it,� said Grigat.

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He explained he will pay his own way to live and work among 450 international volunteers, including surgeons, nurses, teachers, cooks, engineers, agriculturalists and more. He is raising funds to help play for his expenses. Donors can contribute at http://mercyships.donorpages.com/MERCYGIFTS/TobyGrigat. Grigat learned of the opportunity from his boss’ son, Brandon Martin of Elmira, who recently went on a five-month trip with a hospital ship accompanied by his wife, a registered nurse. Noting he will be gone for eight months, Grigat said his

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employers at Way-Mar Inc. in Hawkesville have been very supportive. “I have great bosses, they support all kinds of volunteer work,� he told the Community News in a telephone interview. Grigat, who has never even set foot on a ship, sets sail on Oct. 26. But first he will attend a week of Maritime Safety Training in Texas, a requirement for anyone living onboard a ship. The Africa Mercy specializes in treating diseases and illnesses due to poverty and war, such as massive facial tumours. It also aims to help develop sustainable health care in Africa by helping to train African

surgeons and medical professionals. Each year the ship visits a different African country at the invitation of the host nation’s government, and spends approximately 10 months docked in the main port. During the Africa Mercy’s 2015-16 stay in the port of Toamasina, Madagascar, Mercy Ships plans to provide over 2,200 surgeries for adult and child patients onboard, to treat over 10,000 at a land-based dental clinic, and provide holistic health care education to Malagasy health care professionals. “The Africa Mercy would not be able to deliver health care services without its crew of exemplary volunteers like Grigat,� states a press release from Mercy Ships. Mercy Ships history An international faith-based charity, Mercy Ships uses hospital ships to deliver free health care services, capacity building and sustainable development in the developing world. Founded in 1978 by Don and Deyon Stephens, Mercy Ships has worked in more than 70 countries providing services valued at more than $1 billion, with more than 2.35 million direct beneficiaries. For more information click on www.mercyships.ca.

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Redpath may hold on to time capsule keepsake FROM PAGE ONE if I’m still alive.” Construction crews were asked to bury the time capsule in the wall of Redpath’s bedroom. Seven years later, in August of 2010, the family sold the home and business. They had no way of knowing, of course, that the Aug. 2 tornado that struck Teviotdale earlier this summer would cause massive devastation to the home, with the worst damage to Redpath’s former bedroom. “We were concerned for the Webers, the current owners of the home. After inquiring about the family and finding they were not home during the storm, we felt a sense of relief,” said Redpath’s mother Marion. The community rallied around the Weber family and the cleanup began quickly. Salvageable items were sorted and hauled away and the site was prepared for a re-building effort. During the cleanup, Erma Weber, current owner of the home, called the Redpath family. “Erma told us one of the volunteers on the cleanup crew had found the time capsule intact,” said Marion. “Due to the number of volunteers, she did not know where the capsule was found or who found it. My family was delighted with the news.” Redpath, now living in

Found intact - Tyler Redpath displays contents of the time capsule that survived the F2 tornado that struck his former family home on Aug. 2 in Teviotdale. The capsule was built into the wall of his bedroom during construction of the home in 2003. Clean up crews found the capsule intact in the rubble of the home and returned it to Redpath. photo by Caroline Sealey Toronto, said he “assumed the capsule would have been smashed to pieces.” In an interview at his family’s home outside Teviotdale, he said, “Even though the time

capsule didn’t serve its purpose for someone in the future, it was a blast from the past for me. A reminder of my rural roots and the community I came from.” Asked what he plans to do

with the capsule, Redpath said he isn’t sure but he thinks it is a good keepsake. Considering the story behind it could be shared with future generations of his family.

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September 10 - Drayton Legion monthly meeting, 8pm, 15 Elm Street, new members always welcome. September 12 - Free Historic Walking Tour of Alma, sponsored by Mapleton Historical Society, 1:30pm. Meet at Presbyterian Church, Peel St. (Cty Rd #17). Refreshments/fellowship follows. September 14 - Director’s Meeting, Drayton Mapleton Agricultural Society, 7:30pm. Drayton Agricultural Building, 49 Elm St. New members welcome. Info: Jim 519-503-4682. September 18 - Drayton Legion monthly Euchre 8pm, 15 Elm St. September 26 - Roast Beef Dinner in celebration of Legion Week , 5:30 pm Drayton Legion, 15 Elm Street. Support your local Legion. Everyone welcome. September 28 - Drayton Blood Donor Clinic, 3:30-7:30pm Community Christian School, 35 High Street, Drayton. Book appointments at www.blood.ca or 1-888-236-6283. Drayton and Community Food Bank Thanksgiving Food Hamper donations will be accepted at Drayton Food Market and Drayton Reformed Church or by calling the Food Bank at 519-504-2346. Anyone in need of a hamper please call the food bank by Sept 27. Pick up date is October 3.

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Six debates set in riding in advance of federal election PERTH-WELLINGTON It appears local voters will have multiple opportunities to get to know the candidates running in this riding prior to the Oct. 19 federal election. There are currently six allcandidate debates scheduled in Perth-Wellington, including two in Wellington County. The debate details (as of Sept. 4) are as follows: - Sept. 16 in Stratford, 6 to 8pm at the Queen’s Inn (161

Ontario St.), sponsored by the Stratford and Area Builders Association; - Sept. 29 in Listowel, 7:30 to 9:30pm at the Listowel Agricultural Hall (5699 Line 86), sponsored by the Perth County Federation of Agriculture; - Sept. 30 in Harriston at 2pm, at the Harriston Community Centre (111 George St.), hosted by the Minto Retirees Activity Group; - Oct. 1 in Kenilworth from

7:30 to 9:30pm at Kenilworth Public School (7478 Sideroad 7 West), sponsored by the Wellington Federation of Agriculture; - Oct. 7 in Stratford, 6 to 8pm at the City Hall Auditorium (1 Wellington St.), sponsored by the Stratford and District Chamber of Commerce; and - Oct. 14 in St. Marys, 7 to 9pm at the Pyramid Recreation Centre (317 James St. S.).

Popular Youth Outdoors Day event set for this weekend at marsh

Feeder fun - Students make bird feeders at a past Youth Outdoors Day at the Luther Marsh. The 14th annual event will be held on Sept. 12. submitted photo She added parents are encouraged to attend and participate alongside their child. The day is made possible through the generous support of many sponsors, donors and participating businesses and organizations. Participation is limited to the first 250 youths registered, all of whom must be accompanied by an adult. Those inter-

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WELLINGTON NORTH - The 14th annual Youth Outdoors Day will be held on Sept. 12 at the Luther Marsh. Anyone aged 9 to 15 that is interested in the event, which organizers say is a great opportunity to discover fun - and free - activities in the great outdoors, can register online at www.youthoutdoorsday.com. “Since its inception 14 years ago, over 3,000 youngsters have discovered that learning about the outdoors is fun when the lessons are filled with hands-on opportunities,” said event board member Sharon Grose. “The great outdoors has so much to offer kids, but sometimes they need a little nudge to discover it – whether it is fishing, bird watching, camping or simply hiking and enjoying wildlife.” Youth Outdoors Day was created to introduce youths to outdoor activities so they can gain an appreciation for the natural environment. Activities will include bird feeder building, supervised target shooting, wetland habitat rehabilitation and fly fishing. There will also be a number of demonstrations, such as the use of retriever and pointer hunting dogs, bow hunting, and falconry. Instructors bring their skills and provide the equipment and assorted gear so young people can see and feel what it’s like to handle a bow and arrow or build a bird feeder. Many of the kids have never done anything like it before. “It is thanks to our volunteers who are passionate about their careers and hobbies and come forth to volunteer to share their knowledge that the day is such a huge success,” said Grose. “Last year we had 36 station leaders and over 70 volunteers assisting with the day helping to set up the tents, prepare the sites, meal preparation and volunteer to assist with the groups of students as they tour the various stations.”

ested must register in advance so organizers can properly estimate the amount of food and supplies required. Youth Outdoors Day will be held rain or shine on Sept. 12 (dress appropriately). For more information visit facebook.com/youthoutdoorsdayluthermarsh. Register online at www. youthoutdoorsday.com.

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EDITORIAL Community effort

The recent official reopening of Rothsay Park was the result of a fine example of community cooperation. Local residents of all ages gathered for a barbecue on Aug. 31 to celebrate the long-awaited reopening of the park, which has been closed in recent years, a casualty of increasingly demanding safety standards for playground equipment. Community members, local organizations and Mapleton Township came together to obtain and install new equipment for the park. Rothsay resident and Rothsay Darling Ingredients Inc. (RDII) employee Ed Meulenbelt approached plant manager Mark Brunarski about involving the company, which agreed to share in the cost of the project through Mapleton Township’s 50/50 parks and recreation funding program. The Drayton Kinsmen also contributed to the cost. When the park opened in 1999, the Community News reported at the time that, “For decades to come children in this area will benefit greatly from the kindness of the Rothsay Optimists,” for their contribution to the park. Now thanks to the efforts of those listed above, those benefits have been extended by decades more. Patrick Raftis

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Busy month - August was a busy month for Moorefield and District Horticultural Society, including a corn roast, flower show and meeting. ABOVE: Gea Lobsinger and Jo Houston cooked potatoes and corn in a steam engine during the corn roast. RIGHT: Jerry Ottens was pleased with the mums she won as a door prize at the meeting, during which members learned about building dry stone walls without cement. submitted photos

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Notice to Ratepayers Campaign office opens - Perth-Wellington Liberal candidate Stephen McCotter and supporters cut the ribbon for his Wellington campaign office on Aug. 29. The office is located on Main Street in Palmerston and is open weekdays from 10am to 2pm, although those hours are expected to expand as election day, Oct. 19, approaches. Aside from dropping in during those hours, people can also call the Palmerston office at 519-417-8025. submitted photo

Advance voting urged PALMERSTON - Stephen McCotter, federal Liberal candidate for Perth-Wellington, officially opened his campaign office in Palmerston on Aug. 29. McCotter’s office reports he recently had his nomination papers accepted by the returning office in Stratford and is now officially on the ballot for the upcoming federal election. Any day from now until Oct. 19, Perth-Wellington voters can vote in advance of election day at the returning offices in Stratford (6 Wellington St.) or Listowel (St. Joseph’s Parish Hall, 1025 Wallace Ave. North), both of which are open Monday to Friday from 10am to 5pm.

McCotter thinks advance voting is a very good idea, stating, “There was a lot of controversy around the (Harper government’s) so-called Fair Elections Act, and rightfully so. The seniors population in our riding is large and so important to our communities, our high schools produce terrific university students that are often living away from home, and sadly, we have a lot of folks in Stratford that are forced from home to home when looking for residence in affordable housing. “The new Harper law has made it more difficult for people in our riding to vote, so I think the certainty of voting in advance is a good idea.”

THE FIRST INSTALLMENT OF THE 2015 FINAL TAXES FOR ALL PROPERTY CLASSES ARE DUE

September 25, 2015 Taxes may be paid at the following locations: • Township of Mapleton Municipal Office, 7275 Sideroad 16 by cash, cheque or debit/interac • at most Financial Institutions or • by Telebanking/On-line banking with most financial institutions. There is a mail slot available at the office for payments being made after hours. Postdated cheques for the due date are accepted. Taxes may also be paid by mail addressed to the Township of Mapleton, P.O. Box 160, Drayton, ON N0G 1P0

IMPORTANT DATES Tuesday, September 22, 2015 1:00pm Regular Meeting of Council Monday, October 12, 2015 Thanksgiving Administration Office Closed Tuesday, October 13, 2015 7:00pm Regular Meeting of Council

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MAPLETON MUSINGS Column courtesy of Mapleton Historical Society

Alma The village of Alma is at the crossroads of Wellington Roads 7 and 17. Alexander McCrae settled there in 1848, when there were only two dirt tracks through the bush. He built a store and acted as the postmaster, calling it McCrae’s Corners. Later the small settlement was named Alma after the location of a battle in the Crimean War. When the Elora Saugeen Road (Wellington Road 7) was built to connect Guelph via Elora to the Saugeen area on the shores of Lake Huron, Alma became a bustling service centre for the local settlers and travellers, boasting a saw and grist mill, general store and post office, four hotels (in 1871), shoemaker, weaver, wagon maker and more.

Many stories have been recorded about Alma. Two volumes published by the Alma Women’s Institute, the first in the 1970s and the second in 2014, and the Portraits of Peel published in 1999, all record stories of families, businesses, churches, schools and the everyday activities of the community. Each time I pick up one of these histories I find another fascinating bit of information. Recollections of World War II by a veteran, a war bride and a survivor, of garden parties and school days, all tell a story. Book Two, Our Heritage, The History of Alma, contains several articles recording each person’s memories of the community. In the 1930s Harry Cousins, who grew up in Alma, wrote of his memories of the

people, places and incidents in the community. His father Henry had a saw mill and later a shingle factory in Alma. Cousins tells tales of his school-days adventures, from the harassment of a male teacher to the rough housing of the boys after school. The narrow walkway between Dr. Wallace’s house and office apparently was a good place to settle disputes with fisticuffs. As one reads on there is probably mention of someone you know or have heard of. I found reference to my great, great grandfather, Peter Cunningham: “He used to be the assessor, and was some historical character.” Also there is the tale of a shooting during an argument at an election. A fellow named Bill Miller shot John Farrell,

but “was never brought to account for the shooting.” Miller was married to one of Peter Cunningham’s daughters. One never knows what tragic tales are in the family closet. Throughout each history in the stories of families and happenings, the sense of community spirit is very evident. The fact that the village was actually divided by municipal boundaries into three sections, part in Peel, Pilkington and Nichol townships, did not dampen this community spirit. The residents went ahead and built homes, businesses, churches and school. Although changing needs have seen the demise of many of those businesses, and older buildings replaced with new, that spirit of community continues.

Mapleton reverts to automated phone system FROM PAGE ONE current infrastructure projects.” Current live answering is “an additional time-consuming duty which affects other assigned duties, decreasing work productivity,” the report continues. The back-door system would have allowed about half the calls to bypass the live operator, but most council members felt a revamped auto-answering system would be simpler. “I’m wondering if instead of creating a back-door number, if we could just go back to an automated system that would go very quickly to “Welcome to Mapleton, to speak to a live person click here,’” suggested councillor Michael Martin. “I think that’s the simplest way to go about it,” agreed councillor Marlene Ottens. While noting there are obviously “a few people who dislike the system,” Ottens wondered, “was there any feedback from people who like that live operator?” McRoberts replied that “several people said they like

the live person answering the phone, but I think if you went to a quick (automated) system they would like that as well.” Martin commented, “I think there’s a lot of value to having that personal touch on the phone … but if we’re going to have to end up hiring a person to answer the phone…” “This was one of our initiatives,” Driscoll pointed out,

adding, “we can go to a backdoor system where it’s going to cut the calls coming in down to about 15 calls a day that have to be handled.” A resolution to switch to a back-door system was defeated. A resolution to go back to an automated system with “a brief and concise initial message directing the caller to a live person if they so

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The donation of parkland, the determination of the Optimist Club to building a community hall, and the efforts

of many to create walking paths and a labyrinth in the new park all attest to that. Submitted by Jean Campbell

BRIAN WHALE Retires after 42 years

Marspan Home Hardware Building Centre wishes to acknowledge the retirement and achievements of Brian Whale of Drayton. Brian has served the hardware and building industry, all with Home Hardware dealer stores, for over 42 years, at Fairway Lumber, Elmira HHBC (formerly Beaver Lumber) and most recently with Marspan Home Hardware Building Centre. On behalf of our industry partners and customers, we wish to thank Brian for all his contributions and efforts over the last 42 years and wish him all the best in his retirement and future endeavors.

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The Community News, Friday, December 13, 2013 PAGE FIVE Advertorial

MAPLETON BUSINESS PROFILE Three great shops, one great location - The Prescription Shoppe, The Fashion Shoppe, The Script Cafe

Dippel’s Family Garage offers complete vehicle care to serve community’s needs

dĂŠcor. The bright, attractive lighting, modern shopping experience and he credits his friendly PALMERSTON - It has been a little over ments - they even offer a vegetarian menu. Just walk through the door and the aromas interior design and a welcoming atmosphere all staff and family for their teamwork in helping a year since owner/pharmacist Sherif Hanna Involvement in iscommunity (plus an oil trip change. Protect ters to car air fresheners, available forsense he went work at a dealership in the you In thethemiddle of The a changing busi-Shoppe to achieve his goals. He thrilled to beis contribute to the thistax) is nofor ordinary to him atmosphere will captivate immediately. opened doors to Prescription and toand important to Dave and your vehicle this winter with oil spraypurchase at competitive prices. city, gaining valuable business and ness landscape in downtown Drayton part of this vibrant community andEliza. notes They it is They also offer take out and catering services fill a prescription. The Fashion Shoppe. are both active Legion and tax) per vehicle. a steady investment of very time exciting and ing practical whichMonday he usedto to FridayIt’s is Dippel’s Familyand Garage. very important for him to give backmembers to the com“It’s to for be $90 able (plus to develop this and are open 9am to 6pm The success good reception from the experience, Dippel’s Family Garage donates troEliza handles all the administrative commitment that has made Dippel’s establish himself in business. Entering their fifth year of busicommunity has been overwhelmingly positive and Saturdays 9am to 4pm. Before or after business venture,â€? says Hanna, adding The Script munity. The Prescription Shoppe supports local phies and participates demoliwith Daveresidents as the head Garage business recognizedexperience the Family ness at 24 Wellington owners schools’ fundraising initiatives in andtheactivities CafĂŠ is just another work way to inspire to mechanic. enjoying a delicious at The Scripta successful and has spurred HannaStreet, on to offer the best Dave ser- immediately tion derby at the Drayton Fair. Expansion and changes are part of in Mapleton. importance of offering complete car Dave and Eliza Dippel, feel they have vices possible. Building on that success, they CafĂŠ, diners can take the opportunity to shop shop and dine local. He also hopes it will inspire and the Palmerston Lions Club. The Prescription Teamwork is also an customerimportant a growing Dippel’sShoppe have and Fashion important toother us toPalmerston be able to businesses to the Mapleton community. established theiradded family-run Shoppe offer andbusiness. entrepreneurs or have prescriptions filled. The“It’s Prescription have recently and business. opened The care Script part of their lives and is evident in recently added a flat bed tow truck to offer residents of Mapleton Township The garage offers everything from Having vacationed at Conestogo friendly shopping hours: Monday to Friday 9am CafĂŠ, resulting in “three great shops in one great Shoppe offers complete pharmaceutical care in to take a second look at Palmerston’s potential. their business, making themFree an excelin moving at assist and store maintenance Lake since The he was a child, was mechanical to 6pm and Saturdays 9am to 3pm. local He isrepairs also quite pleasedcustomers they contribute by vehicles department setting. In superior addition service to homeand quality location.â€? Script CafĂŠ Dave is a gathering place a repairs in the community. around. Hanna’s 30 years delivery tolent fair pricing without offering having to leave as tune ups, brakes, tires andservices, familiar with the area and decided to such the fit surrounding area is available for local employment. health care, compounding and ostomy for people to converse and enjoy delicious home Business hours are seniors Monday to The Dippels the warm and town,â€?a said Dave. “Just because we to oil spraying and custom fulfill dream and of owning his balancing, prescriptions and every Wednesday save of experience as a pharmacist and love businessThe Fashion Shoppe boasts complete cookeda lifelong meals, pastries baked goodies. With supplies, Friday 8am to 5:30pm, and Saturdays welcoming atmosphere of Mapleton are rural doesn’t mean we can’t offer exhaust work. He specializes in fuel own business and living in a small a subtle but not pretentious dĂŠcor, The Script line of upscale women’s fashions and acces- man assisted him in identifying the needs of 15%. Drop by for a pleasurable shopping and 8am to noon. were not aboutdining their experience, comparable, if not better, service and and injection air conditioning maintetown. 261 Main St., Palmerston. the local community - working hardhesitant with the sories, including unique wedding and reception CafĂŠ is an excellent choice, especially for those and For Shoppe all yourand carFashion care needs call move to the community with their pricing than the city.â€? nance. The shop’s shelves are stocked Originally from Waterloo, Dave Shoppe: looking to dine out without sacrificing a healthy decorations, party favours, hair care accessories, town to develop new business models that work. The Prescription DaveThe or Eliza 519-638-2950. two children, Isaac and Luke. 519-343-3912. 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GROSHAW, Mary M. (Snelling); formerly of Drayton passed away peacefully at Barnswallow Place, Elmira on Monday, September 7, 2015 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Carl Groshaw (1995). Cherished mother of Larry Groshaw of Drayton, Barbara Logel of Elmira, Shirley and Ray Ellis of Drayton and Marj and Barry Reed of Elmira. Dear grandmother of Shelley and Shawn; Jeremy, Dana and Becky; Deanne, Kirk and Mark; Chad, Stacy and Chris. Great grandmother of fourteen. Sister-in-law of Kathleen Snelling of Goderich, Harold Kells of Chatham and Marie Snelling of Elmira. Remembered by her nieces, nephews and friends. Mary was the last member of her family. Predeceased by her parents J. Morris and

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Community effort - Mapleton Township partnered with Rothsay Darling Ingredients Inc. (RDII) and the Drayton Kinsmen Club through the municipality’s 50/50 funding program to install new playground equipment at the Rothsay Park. The park has been closed due to unsafe playground equipment. LEFT: Mayor Neil Driscoll, centre left, was on hand for an official opening and barbecue on Aug. 31 to thank RDII employees from left: Brad Shiell, Tom Anstee, Mark Brunarski, fundraising organizer Ed Meulenbelt, Dennis Coelho, Jason Beutler and Nitin Dave. photos by Caroline Sealey

Grand reopening - Rothsay resident Marina Meulenbelt, centre, holds a copy of the July 5, 1999 Community News that contains a front page photo of her grandfather Evert Meulenbelt (since deceased) holding her at the opening of the Rothsay Optimist Park on June 26 that year. The park, the first in Rothsay, officially reopened on Aug. 31. Marina’s father Ed Meulenbelt and grandmother Jenny Meulenbelt were also present at both park celebrations.

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by Caroline Sealey ROTHSAY - Local residents young and old gathered for a barbecue on Aug. 31 to celebrate the long-awaited grand reopening of Rothsay Park. The park has been closed in recent years because equipment there no longer met current standards. Community members, local organizations and Mapleton Township came together to fulfill the need of the Rothsay community. Rothsay resident and Rothsay Darling Ingredients Inc. (RDII) employee Ed Meulenbelt approached plant manager Mark Brunarski about involving the company in providing much-needed equipment in the park. Meulenbelt’s persistence paid off and the company agreed to share in the cost of the project through Mapleton

Township’s 50/50 parks and recreation funding program. “Part of our company’s vision is community involvement. The Rothsay Park is one of the many ways that we can give back to a community,” said Brunarski. “When Ed Meulenbelt came to us with the idea, we knew it was something we wanted to be involved in. Residents of Rothsay and area will enjoy the park for many years to come.” Along with Mapleton Township and RDII, the Drayton Kinsmen also contributed to the cost of the park. Rothsay Optimist Park opened on June 26, 1999 after seven years of planning by the Rothsay Optimists. The vision of having a safe play area in the community came about with the help of many local businesses and individuals. The event included a rib-

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bon cutting ceremony with local dignitaries, sponsors and donors present. Letters from well wishers including politicians and the Optimist governing bodies were shared. The Rothsay community and guests celebrated with a barbecue. The Community News reported that the Optimist Park was an incredible addition to the community of Rothsay. Completely fenced and shaded by large trees, the park for

many is a sanctuary that seems to actually draw children to it. For decades to come children in this area will benefit greatly from the kindness of the Rothsay Optimists, the paper reported. Over the years the park was used by many local residents, but because of its wooden construction, it deteriorated to the point where it was no longer in compliance with new standards for playgrounds.

Company changes name; Peel Maryborough is now Edge Mutual Insurance DRAYTON - After 128 years of operation, the policyholders of Peel Maryborough Mutual Insurance Company approved a company name change that took effect Sept. 1. Moving forward the company will operate under the new name Edge Mutual Insurance Company. Company representatives state there was no merger or acquisition that prompted the change to Edge Mutual, nor was there any change or proposed change to the mutual ownership structure. The company remains a pure mutual, where every policyholder has the right to vote on key decisions affecting the company. The new name and contemporary logo was developed through the professional guid-

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ance of Bark Communications out of London. “Since Edge Mutual solely relies on a dedicated network of independent brokers, they were challenged to pinpoint a brand name that would not only resonate with stakeholders, but also [simultaneously] encapsulate the progressive nature of the company, the ongoing drive towards enhanced broker solutions, and that would mirror the value proposition offered by brokers,” states the company in a press release. Change ‘overdue’ For some local residents of north Wellington County, the change could be considered “well overdue” when factoring the historic roots of the previous Peel Maryborough name, company officials state. The original company name was born from two local townships that amalgamated back in 1999 and no longer exist. While the company was started by local farmers in the Drayton area over a century ago, Edge Mutual now serves policyholders right across Ontario, with products ranging from personal lines and commercial lines to more specialized products geared to agribusiness and rural living. “I’m very proud to be part of the Edge team. Having been with the company for 35 years I’ve watched the company successfully grow and progress,” said president and CEO Ruth Donkersgoed. “The launch of our new brand marks a fresh new beginning; a new chapter that acknowledges our rich history and promises an even brighter future.” The launch of the new brand coincides with a building expansion that roughly doubles the size of the previous facility.

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