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Remembering them - Louis Latham reads the names of fallen soldiers from Mapleton Township at the remembrance ceremony at the Wellington County Museum and Archives on Nov. 5. photo by Olivia Rutt
No accidents since roundabout installed by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Local firefighters responded to 58 calls in the last four months, but none were at the site of a new roundabout in the township. Of the calls handled by the Mapleton Fire Department between June and September, 22 were medical related, eight were motor vehicle collisions (MVCs), 12 were fire calls, 12 were false alarms and four were calls of another nature. “Under the MVC column we have not had to respond to county road 8 and 12 since
the roundabout went in,” noted Fire Chief Rick Richardson. Fire department records indicate there have been more than 20 accidents at the intersection in the past 10 years. On April 2, 2006, a bus/car collision claimed one life and another fatal two-vehicle accident occurred at the intersection on March 25, 2012. A total of 19 people have been injured in accidents at the corner and firefighters were required to use extrication equipment on three occasions. “I just want to say how
much we appreciate the service that you provide for the residents of Mapleton and the motoring public that are not from here,” said Mayor Neil Driscoll. During the second quarter of 2015, fire department members received training in several areas, including: water supply, hydrants and pumping, pumper operation and portable pumps, driveway drop simulation, confined space rescue, auto extrication, aerial operations, water rescue, propane awareness and search and rescue.
Kinettes planning ahead for market, toy drive MAPLETON - This past summer saw the launch of the Mapleton Market, a venture led by the Kinette Club of Drayton aimed at bringing local growers and vendors to the community of Drayton. The market opened on May 30, in conjunction with the group’s popular Mom to Mom used children’s items sale, and operated independently most Saturday mornings throughout the summer, closing for the season on Oct. 3. Located inside the agricultural society building at the
fairgrounds, the market was able to run as a rain-or-shine event. Local artisans and crafters set up displays of unique finds alongside tables of locally grown vegetables and seasonal berries. The Kinette Club is planning to have the market become an annual occurrence and is asking residents of the Drayton, Moorefield and surrounding areas to consider joining the market while planning their gardens for next season. Moving into the fall season, the club is also planning for its
third annual toy drive. Donations of new, unwrapped toys can be brought to the Drayton and Moorefield Santa Claus parades as well as local dropoff points. The Kinette Club meets in Drayton on the first and third Thursday of each month at the Kin Club Room, 49 Elm St. Visitors are welcome. For more information about the club or Kinette projects, email draytonkinettes@gmail. com or visit the group’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/DraytonKinettes.
by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Council here announced the appointment of Brad McRoberts to the position of CAO/clerk following a special meeting on Nov. 4. McRoberts, the township’s public works director, has served as acting CAO/clerk since July 2, when former CAO/clerk Patty Sinnamon was let go. A press release from the township states the appointment “comes as a result of a search process that attracted qualified applicants from across Ontario and parts of Canada.” The recruitment process was conducted with the assistance of the consulting firm of N.G. Bellchamber and Associates at a cost of about $15,000. “We wanted to make sure we had the best candidate for the job,” said Mayor Neil Driscoll. “Even though we were pleased with Brad’s performance as director of public
works, and as acting CAO, we needed to be satisfied that we were making the best decision we could for our residents and for township staff.” One of McRoberts first duties as CAO will be overseeing the process to replace himself as public works director. Driscoll says that process is expected to get underway quickly, with a target date of Dec. 20 to assemble a list of candidates for consideration. “We want to fill the position by February at the latest,” he stated. “The nice thing is with Brad he can still do both roles, as challenging as it is, until we get the new one in place.” McRoberts initially joined the township in June of 2014, to replace former public works director Larry Lynch, who was dismissed in December of 2013. Budget process underway Mapleton council also held a preliminary budget meeting on Nov. 4. “What we did is just go
over the projects and the needs that we have,” said Driscoll. “Next meeting we want a report back from our treasurer and (McRoberts) on how do we finalize, or fund these.” The first draft includes operational expenditures of nearly $8.75 million against revenues of $2.65 million and a levy requirement of about $6.1 million. While those numbers represent an increase of more than 20 per cent from the 2015 budget levy of just over $5 million, Driscoll notes it’s early in the process, adding he feels it’s misleading to focus on percentages when dealing with budget figures. “The percentage isn’t big to me, it’s more what does it cost my taxpayer at home,” said Driscoll. “Puslinch could have a nine per cent increase and it’s only $20 dollars, whereas I could have a nine per cent increase and it’s $150. I just hate percentages. They cloud the real message.”
Steering committee comes to understanding on integration of local hospital governance FERGUS - The joint steering committee on local hospital governance integration reviewed and finalized a “memorandum of understanding” at a meeting on Nov. 4. “We are in unanimous support of the (memorandum) and will be presenting its content to the two hospital boards at a joint board meeting on Nov. 17,” states a joint press release from North Wellington Health Care
board chair Tom Sullivan and Groves hospital board chair Howard Dobson. At this meeting, the release states, the hospital boards will have an opportunity to participate in a discussion and pose questions about the memorandum. A resolution to approve the memorandum will be considered at board meetings during the week of Nov. 22.
Permit fee waived for clinic upgrade by Patrick Raftis DRAYTON – Township council has agreed to a request from the Mapleton Health Centre for permission to make some minor changes to the nursing station area in the clinic. The health centre will pay for the cost of the improvements. At the recommendation of chief building official Patty Wright, council also agreed to
waive the $100 building permit fee. Plans involve moving the nurse’s station into the current file room, which is in the centre of the building and create a “hub” for the nurses at the clinic. “We are trying to utilize every space we have. We have a physician’s assistant, nurse practitioner and four physicians
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Ground breaking - Mapleton Township officially broke ground on a new maintenance facility under construction at the township’s Sideroad 16 administration centre site on Oct. 27. From left: construction manager Ken McCoombs, councillors Michael Martin and Lori Woodham, Mayor Neil Driscoll, councillors Dennis Craven and Marlene Ottens, and public works director and CAO Brad McRoberts.
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4-H alive and well in Mapleton MAPLETON - 4-H is alive and well in Mapleton Township. With all the excitement around 4-H Ontario celebrating 100 years and the Wellington County Association not far behind with 2017 as its 100th anniversary, the Mapleton Lifeskills 4-H club has had a busy year learning and having fun. Nov. 4 was National 4-H day and club members celebrated at their meeting by wearing the 4-H colour green. This year their projects have taken them from cooking to playing sports to shopping and learning the skills of catering. Organizers note all this fun has been packed into the year while keeping the goals of the 4-H program at the forefront. 4-H members are encouraged to put the 4-H motto “Learn To Do By Doing” into practice to learn self-confidence, communication, leadership skills, problem solving and goal setting. Projects this year involved about 19 members aged 9 to 18 under the leadership of Cathy Dobben and Lynne Flewwelling. The Catering Club gave members a chance to learn what it takes to prepare, serve and clean up at large events. Under the guidance of local caterer Arlie Zantinge, the members were able to practice these skills as they helped her with a number of functions. Consuming Passions meetings had members learning everyday life skills of budgeting and shopping and becoming better consumers. Holding executive positions for this club were president Alexis Kuper, vice-president Brianna Flewwelling, secretary Shayna Morphy and press reporter Rebecca Gray. Over the course of the six meetings, the group learned how to spend money wisely, banking, setting budgets, getting the best buys, advertising and warranties. The members
GRCA offers erosion reduction workshops CAMBRIDGE - Soil erosion can be a slow process, but over the years it leads to tremendous losses for farmers. To help farmers learn how to combat erosion, the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) will host two workshops this fall for agricultural producers. The first will take place on Nov. 20, from 1:30 to 3:30pm at the Haldimand Agricultural Community Centre, 1084 Kohler Road, Cayuga. A second meeting will be held a week later, on Nov. 27, from 1:30 to 3:30pm at Alma Bible Church, 59 Peel Street East. “Erosion doesn’t just happen during spring runoff,” says Anne Loeffler, GRCA conservation specialist.
4-H fun in Mapleton - Members of the Consuming Passions 4-H club learned shopping skills, top, while Sporting Club members had a chance to try activities like bubble soccer, above. submitted photos
went shopping with a budget for materials to make a table centerpiece and toured the Drayton Food Market and the Elmira MCC Thrift Store. A Sporting Chance club allowed members to learn how to activate both their body and mind. Holding executive positions for this club were president Matt Brodhaecker, vice president Kelsey Flewwelling, secretary Tate Driscoll, press reporter Brianna Flewwelling and youth leader Andrew Grose. Members played gaga ball, board games, they made kites and with a bit of wind they attempted to fly them, and went bowling. Youth leader Andrew instructed them on archery and each member was given the opportunity to shoot some arrows. The group completed the project with a new and challenging sport of bubble soccer. The Power of Produce had members exploring different fruits and vegetables and learning ways to increase their
daily intake. Holding executive positions for this club were: president Shayna Morphy, vice-president Rebecca Gray, secretary Alexis Kuper, press reporter Madison Martin and youth leaders Kelsey Flewwelling and Jordan Dobben. Members learned how fruits and vegetables travel from the farm to their homes. They practiced preparing fruits and vegetables for cooking. The group also toured the Reapers of Hope in Moorefield to see how vegetables are dried and processed into soup mixes. And still in progress is the Chocolate Project. Labeled as “The Food of Gods,” members are learning everything about chocolate. Holding executive positions for this club are: president Madison Martin, vice-president Tate Driscoll, secretary Brianna Flewwelling, press reporter Clare Cashin and youth leaders Kelsey Flewwelling and Jordan Dobben.
“We’ve also had some significant soil losses after heavy rainfall events in late spring and early summer. Producers can’t afford to lose topsoil to downstream reservoirs and lakes.” Specialists from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) will discuss steps farmers can take to keep the soil on their land. Topics will include erosion control structures and the use of cover crops. Staff from the GRCA will present erosion risk mapping, developed for parts of the Upper Nith and Conestoga River watersheds. This mapping shows areas of gully formation, as well as areas at highest risk for sheet erosion. In addition, informa-
tion will be presented on grants available in Waterloo Region, Wellington County, Brant County and Haldimand County to address erosion issues and support the use of cover crops. Huron County cash crop producer Stefan Zehetner will be speaking at the Alma meeting about his experiences with cover crops. Participation is free, but pre-registration is requested. To register, contact Anne Loeffler at the Grand River Conservation Authority at ruralwater@grandriver.ca or 519-621-2763, ext. 2242. Funding for the workshops has been provided by OMAFRA. The Rural Water Quality Program is funded by most of the municipalities in the Grand River watershed.
Author visits library for Novel Writing Month by Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - November is National Novel Writing Month across Canada. During the month writers are encouraged to pen a 50,000 word novel. To support and inspire writers of all ages, the Drayton branch of the Wellington County Library system is hosting a Harvest Your Memories workshop on Nov. 18 at 6:30pm. Published author Lucy Kraemer will be sharing her expertise on memoir writing.
Kraemer will discuss the how to’s of writing and give tips on writing one’s own memoir. Kraemer’s credentials include assistant branch supervisor at the Mount Forest library. She has also taught children’s creative writing through continuing education in Mount Forest. Last September, she volunteered at The Word on the Street Festival in Toronto, which is Canada’s largest free book and magazine festival. This festival
highlights Canadian authors with author readings, writing workshops and other activities. Last year, Kraemer judged the youth division of the prestigious Write Canada competition. The Nov. 18 workshop is open to all age groups. Preregistration to this free event is required. To register call the Drayton Library at 519-638-3788 or drop by 106 Wellington Street South, Drayton.
Crime of the Week: License plates stolen from pickup PALMERSTON - At approximately 8:15am on Aug. 5, a theft occurred from a business located at 105 Noble Road in Palmerston. Stolen were front and rear vehicle plates from a 2005 Chevy Silverado parked in the lot. The suspect is described as a white male, in his late 20s to early 30s, with a reddish blond coloured goatee. He is tall with
a medium build and wearing a black ball cap, plaid shirt and long blue shorts. The suspect vehicle is described as a Chevrolet “dually” pickup truck with dual exhaust, black in colour, chrome gas cover and chrome running boards. A passenger in the vehicle is described as a white female, heavy set and wearing a black tank top.
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Break the scam cycle Wellington County OPP regularly issues warnings about various scams making the rounds. It’s unfortunate, but many of these schemes seem to be cyclical, rearing their heads in the area, running their course and then returning again a few months or a few years later. In recent weeks local police have warned about: - a scam in which a caller poses as a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) employee in an attempt to acquire personal information; - an email from the CRA offering a tax rebate, but requiring that personal information be sent; and - the inheritance scam, in which someone claiming to be a lawyer representing the estate of a deceased person in another country who just happens to have the same last name as the victim seeks help in spiriting the money out of the country in return for a percentage. The latest scams to make the rounds appear to be among the oldest, as police are reminding citizens about various home renovation scams and are appealing to residents to report any suspicious activity. Scams such as driveway paving, lawn care services, roofing, home appliance sales for items such as air conditioners or water heaters, usually begin with a cold-call door knock by someone offering to do repair work and/or sell merchandise. Often, the suspects claim to be in the area for just one day and use hard pressure tactics to convince the homeowner to purchase the service or item. Specifically, police report they are noticing an increase in door-to-door asphalt sales. “While some companies are reputable, it is up to you, as the consumer, to do your homework and ensure that the company you are hiring is legitimate and not just there to take your money,” police advise. Often times, the company will quote you for a certain amount, and by the end of the actual work, that price has increased threefold and the quality of the work is less than desirable. After receiving cash deposits from customers, the scammers often do not return with the merchandise as promised, nor do they arrive at a later date to complete the purchased service. In some cases, the service purchased is completed haphazardly and at a much higher cost than previously agreed upon. The target victims of this crime tend to be senior citizens, but all homeowners may be susceptible to this type of fraud, police note. Wellington County OPP point out legitimate companies will not offer you a deal that sounds “too good to be true” nor expect a business decision immediately without a written quote. Residents are advised to ask for and to check business references. “Be vigilant with all door-to-door business propositions and report any suspicious activity to police for further investigation. If someone comes to your door, ask to see some identification. You do not have to let them in and they must leave if you ask them to,” police say. Before paying any money, citizens are advised to take the time to find out about the business and its offer. The OPP recommends contacting the Competition Bureau at 1-800-348-5358 or visiting www.competitionbureau.gc.ca. You can also contact the Better Business Bureau if you are unsure about a seller that comes to your door. With enough information and some legitimate scrutiny, local residents can help break the scam cycle and put crooked operators out of business. Patrick Raftis
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Mapleton women in the Canadian Armed Forces The tales of all men and women who served in the armed forces are always interesting to hear. Of particular interest to me are the tales of the women who, perhaps defying convention, joined the forces. Britain declared war against Germany in August, 1914. Canada, as part of the British Empire, was at war. There were over 3,000 single Canadian women who volunteered to serve and care for the wounded and sick overseas. We have found brief accounts of seven trained nursing sisters from Mapleton Township who enlisted in
the Canadian Medical Corps of the Canadian Overseas Expeditionary Force. Several were briefly mentioned in news reports and others appear in family histories. Myrtle Burt, who grew up on the 14th of Maryborough, joined the British Red Cross in 1915 and in June, 1916 enlisted in the Canadian Medical Corps. Edith Robb of Moorefield enlisted in March 1917. Janet Barbara Groshaw, nee Walker, was born in Moorefield. Her husband’s death left her a widow with three sons at age 25. She completed her nursing training and worked as matron in a London, Ontario hospital. Her three sons enlisted in the armed forces and the day
her youngest son was reported missing, she enlisted in the Canadian Army Medical Corps. She worked at hospitals in England during the heavy bombardment and in France under heavy fire until her discharge in June, 1919. Irene Robertson from Drayton, enlisted in April, 1915 and served in France, Egypt and England. The British Secretary of War commended her and awarded her the Royal Red Cross 2nd Class for valuable serve to wounded fighting men. Clarice McCrea from Drayton enlisted in April, 1918. Bessie McDowell was from Glen Allan. The date of her enlistment is not avail-
able. However we do know she worked in English hospitals and on transport duty on ships carrying wounded soldiers returning home. Bertha Smith, although not born in the township, made it her home on the 14th of Peel in 1930 and later lived in Drayton. She enlisted in November, 1915 and served at an army hospital in Shorncliffe, England, then three years and eight months in France with the Canadian Army Medical Corps. World War II, 1939 to 1945, again saw women from the township answering the call. From Maryborough, Irene Shantz, a nursing sister, joined the Medical Corps; Evelyn Shore joined as a dental
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little fanfare or recognition. Presently the branches of the Canadian Armed Forces have career opportunities for both women and men and both young men and women from the township have made that choice. Each year on Nov. 11, we take time to pause and remember those Canadians who served and who are serving in the armed forces. Without them we would not be able enjoy our peaceful existence. submitted by Jean Campbell
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many other things as well these truths apply. The bible says “All man’s ways seem right to him, but the Lord weighs the heart.” Why do some people seem to ignore common sense advice of others? Why do they think something is okay when most others see it as life threatening? Who is right and how do we decide whom to listen to? The Bible reveals how we get to that place of ‘fooling’ ourselves or talking ourselves into doing something we know is not right. Some have called it the “Path of Sin.” 1. James 1:14-15 “Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away. These desires give birth to sinful actions. And when sin is allowed to grow, it gives birth to death.”
2. The attitude of sin follows this general line of reasoning. Right or wrong, I want it even if it is wrong. Right or wrong, I want it even if it hurts me. Right or wrong, I want it even if it hurts others. So we see that bad choices are not just because of inexperience, or lack of knowledge. Sometimes even when we ‘know’ the truth and know what is right we still do wrong because we want to. Looking at it from the outside when no particular temptation is near we can all say: “For sure! Doing ‘that’ is just plain stupid.” But when we are in the temptation reason flies out the window. For many, this path is not followed in one big step but in a thousand little steps of compromise that nonetheless leads us down the path to the same ruinous end.
We don’t give in to temptation all at once but step by step. Little white lies are followed by legalism (e.g. We promise that “I won’t tell anyone what you said” - but then we hint around until the story is guessed at and we justify ourselves by saying “I didn’t actually tell anyone.”) This is followed by other deceptions until our conscience is seared and we outright begin to lie and to gossip and hardly know it is wrong anymore because it has become a habit. How can this change? God in His word gives the answer: Psalm 119:9 “How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your word.” In other words the unprejudiced, all-wise answer to whether we should be doing something is in the council of God Himself. Our creator is the
best one to know what brings life and what leads to death. God can truly be known and those who follow Jesus are promised “He will give them life in abundance.” I’ve lived a lot of life and I can promise in all that time I’ve never done anything in obedience to Jesus that I’ve regretted. The regrets I have are when I have ignored God or failed to seek His wise council. Doing what He says isn’t always easy but is always best. “All a man’s ways seem right to him, but the Lord weighs the heart.” Don’t be fooled by what others say and don’t fool yourself by talking yourself into something you know isn’t right. Go right to the source and discover what the One who has a wonderful plan for your life says.
Guild brings Wizard of Oz musical to life on stage HARRISTON - The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild (GWTG) is promising plenty of music, magic and munchkins as it brings the classic stage version of The Wizard of Oz to the Harriston Town Hall Theatre this fall. The show, to hit the stage in mid-November, is a full-scale musical production featuring a cast of over 40 actors, singers and dancers and an extensive backstage crew. Jill Schalk, of Listowel, who has appeared in previous guild musical productions Annie and Ebenzer, has been cast as Dorothy, the tornado-travelling Kansas farm girl who makes an eclectic collection of friends on the road to Oz. Alison Moran of Owen Sound takes on the role of the Cowardly Lion, while Dan Bieman and Jacob Bieman of Harriston, play the Tin Man and Scarecrow respectively. Maija McCahery of Mount Forest tackles the iconic role of the Wicked Witch of the West, while Erin Raftis, who also
Off to see the Wizard – Rehearsing a scene from the Grey Wellington Theatre Guild’s current musical production of The Wizard of Oz are, from left: Jacob Bieman, Dan Bieman, Jill Schalk and Alison Moran. submitted photo
choreographs the show’s lively musical numbers, plays Glinda the Good Witch. Mapleton residents Rueben Poot and Joel Zimmerman have roles in the ensemble production, while other members of the cast come from Harriston, Palmerston, Clifford, Mount Forest, Fergus, Gowanstown, Listowel, Durham and Hanover. The guild is utilizing live
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Go right to the source People often do what seems best to them no matter what anyone else thinks. We even praise them for being independent thinkers – not swayed by majority opinion. Often, however, others outside can see objectively that a person is making an error, or others have had experiences themselves and realize the folly of what the person is claiming is fine in their opinion. For example, how often do inexperienced young people drink and drive? They think they are okay and that a couple of drinks won’t really impair their driving ability and so in
spite of laws (society’s corporate opinion) and in spite of the counsel of those who love them, and in spite of what they themselves have seen happen to others, and in spite of scientific statistics, they choose to drink and drive. I’m not intending to focus on youth as particularly at fault in this matter since many adults do the same. I mention them because in God’s mercy one of them might read this and take heed so they will realize the foolishness of thinking they somehow are exempt from what happens to others. They may even indeed escape a time or two but it is a real and present danger to them and others that they don’t seem to acknowledge. It isn’t just in this matter of drinking and driving but in
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Purple poppies worn to commemorate animals who lost lives in war
by Caroline Sealey ALMA - Throughout history, animals have worked alongside their human counterparts during times of war under difficult conditions and continued to demonstrate loyalty and dedication to their handlers. While browsing the internet, Alma area animal lover Jenni Spies stumbled upon a campaign that honours animals in war. During wartime, animals played many different roles. Elephants were used as beasts of burden carrying soldiers and materials for bridge and road building. Horses moved field guns and equipment in the First World War. Glow worms kept in bottles were used to light dark trenches. Wild animals became companions for soldiers. Dogs and pigeons carried messages over great distances. Today animals are used in the battlefield to detect explosives and in laboratories for warfare experiments. After viewing the movie War Horse, Spies, who has connections to Britain, discovered the website British Animal Aid Poppy Campaign. “I find it completely amaz-
ing what animals will do for us with all their hearts,” said Spies. “I am grateful to all the animals of war and thankful for their essential contribution to the cause.” She added she is “sorrowful for the animals used to test biological and chemical weapons on who, like so many other beings did not get to choose their fate but were essential to the outcome.” To commemorate animals of war, Animal Aid in Britain has issued a purple poppy as a reminder that both humans and animals have been - and continue to be - victims of war. The agency encourages everyone to wear a purple poppy to commemorate the animal victims of war. The Royal British Legion represents men and women who are in service and have served and their families. The organization has stated it sees no conflict in wearing of the purple poppy along side the traditional red poppy in celebrating the contributions made to the war effort by each group. “I wear the purple poppy to commemorate the millions of animals throughout the history
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