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From March 11-19, pirates are taking over the Stirling Festival Theatre, as the Young Company presents its March Break show.

“Shiver Me Timbers” features a cast of 19 young actors between the ages of 9 and 16 in a rollicking pirate adventure for all ages.

“This is our spring Young Company show,” said managing director Dave Vanderlip. “It’s written by Ken MacDougall, who writes and directs our annual panto.”

Many of the young actors are from Stirling, with the rest from nearby municipalities such as Codrington, Tweed and Deseronto.

Vanderlip said the actors include both veteran performers and newcomers. The Young Company gives them the opportunity to work with a professional director and professional lighting and staging.

The young actors are all enthusiastic about the show and having a blast preparing for it. Molly Dion, appearing in her seventh Young Company production, plays Granny Hilda.

“It’s a really fun role because I

get to dance a lot, and it’s a comedy role, which I really like.”

“I’m playing Sam,” said Charlotte Bannen, who is appearing in her fourth Young Company show. “It’s a character who cries a lot. He’s part of the Marooned Five crew. It’s just super fun.”

Pirate aficionado Allison Ferguson is delighted to play one in her role as Javier.

“I just like being a pirate!” she said. “That’s really fun. This is my second show with the Young Company, but I did three shows in the summer camp.”

Annette Vanderlip compares her role as Carol to that of Captain Obvious.

“Carl is the dumbest pirate on the ship!” she said. She added that this is her fifth time appearing in a Young Company show, and has also done a kit of summer camp productions.

Shiver Me Timbers will be performed at 2 and 7 p.m. every day from March 11 to 19. All seats are $10 plus GST. Tickets are available at the Stirling Festival theatre box office, on-line and by phone at 613-395-2100. For more information, go to http:// www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com/ shiver-me-timbers-young-company-show

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Burial can be in harmony with Mother Nature

By Sue Dickens Warkworth – Death, for many, is still a taboo subject.

But, dialogue is helthy, as with most social and life issues, and a local group is heeding the call.

Responding to feedback and requests for information, Barb Phillips, founder of a group called Last Breath will be hosting a series of discussion groups on the topic of green burial.

“Our group Last Breath (founded in 2012) is continuing their mission of offering to the Trent Hills area open-minded discussions and information that challenge and expand personal views on dying and after-death alternatives,” she said.

The series is slated to run starting March 22 and will also have sessions in April.

A couple of years ago the Trent Hills Independent wrote about the launch by Phillips of Death Café Northumberland in Brighton, Cobourg and Warkworth. At that time she explained, “The object of a Death Café is to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their

(finite) lives.”

A Thanadoula (or Death Midwife) who serves the dying and their families, Phillips and likeminded friends hosted these Death Cafés which attracted a great deal of discussion by the more than 200 participants.

“The two-part series being offered in Warkworth (and Cobourg) on the topic of green burials is a response to the feedback we were given about what people are interested in knowing more about,” said Phillips.

First there will be a film screening and discussion of “A Will for the Woods” followed one month later with a special event called “Diealogues” which has been created by Hospice Northwest (an accredited community hospice organization through the Hospice Palliative Care Ontario). At Diealogues, several guest speakers from the local community will share their expertise on green burial, eco-friendly burial and natural wooded burial grounds. ‘”We are one of two provinces that actually offers the true green burial experience,” Phillips noted.

One of the three featured guest speakers is Gerald Beaven, a member of St. James Anglican Church, Roseneath, who is also a member of the cemetery board and the man who brought the concept forward. The cemetery now offers eco-friendly burials, something that was just started last year.

The second guest speaker is Michel Cabardos, superintendent of Union Cemetery in Cobourg, the site of Ontario’s first natural burial site.

The third speaker is Carrie Hoskins of Peterborough who will be talking about natural wooded burial grounds. “She is converting her personal property in order to be a cemetery,” noted Phillips.

Application to do this is part of the process.

Phillips said the film is a natural segue to the discussions and will serve people well.

“What we want to do is open doorways to have these conversations and what we wish and desire and hope is the more it is presented as an opportunity, people will feel comfortable and feel inspired

to come forth and learn what is happening globally,” she commented.

“We can alleviate the unknowns and people will have the opportunity to make choices that will benefit the individual emotionally with their grief and it takes fear away. This is about encompassing the understanding of dying as a part of our living experience,” she added.

The film screening of “A Will for the Woods” will take place Tues., March 22 at the Warkworth Cultural Centre for the Arts. Doors open 6:30 p.m. The event begins at 7 p.m. A $10 donation will help defray costs.

The Diealogues event called “Greening your Final Arrangements” will take place Tues., April 19, same place, same time, again with a request for a $10 donation.

The same sequence of events will be hosted in Cobourg in May and June.

To pre-register call 705-9243763 or email <whisperingpinesstudios@gmail.com>.

For more information go to <www.barbphillips.ca>.

Barb Phillips, founder of a group called Last Breath is shown here promoting a film and discussion held last year in Warkworth. She is hosting a new series of discussion groups, this time on the topic of green burial. A film will be shown in Warkworth in March followed one month later by an event featuring three community guest speakers. Photo by Sue Dickens

Marmora Public Library offers March break programs

By Margriet Kitchen Marmora - Youngsters in Marmora and area will have plenty to do during the March school break with at least five events being scheduled at the library.

Tuesday, March 15 will feature the St. Patrick’s Day Storytime from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. with stories, activities, crafts and a snack for ages four years and up. All are welcome.

Family Game Night is offered on Wednesday, March 16 from 5 to 7 p.m.

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share a lunch of nutritious wraps, dips, pita chips and smoothies. Pre-registration is required for this program.

Space is limited.

Dream it ... Design it ... Build it, is the activity planned for Friday, March 18 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Young architects are invited to this creative time to design and build with recyclable materials. Work on your own or in a group to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

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The 2015 Annual Drinking Water Reports for the Campbellford, Warkworth and Hastings drinking water systems are now available free of charge at the Municipal Office and they are also posted on the Municipal web-site (www.trenthills.ca). The reports provide details of the water quality for the reporting year of 2015.

Other information pertaining to the Campbellford, Warkworth and Hastings Drinking Water Systems can be obtained by contacting the Municipal Office at 653-1900.

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PUBLIC WORKS NOTICE REDUCED LOAD PERIOD MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS BY-LAW NO. 2006-15 This is a by-law to protect the roads within the Municipality of Trent Hills.

Reduced Loads will be in effect from the 1st Day of March to the 30th day April, 2016 on posted roadways.

Neil Allanson Manager of Roads & Urban Services Municipality of Trent Hills Contact: 705-653-1900 ext 236

The Campbellford Business Improvement Area (BIA) membership is encouraged to attend.

When: March 14th, 5:30 pm (Networking from 5:00-5:30) Where: Clock Tower Cultural Centre, Campbellford

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Drinking Water Quality Management System (DWQMS)

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NSF International Strategic Registrations is now the accreditation body under the Municipal Drinking Water Licensing Program (under the Safe Drinking Water Act) for the Municipality of Trent Hills water systems and DWQMS.

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The internal audit of the Trent Hills DWQMS was completed on August 18th and 19th, 2015. The external off-site full scope systems annual surveillance audit was completed on July 30th, 2015. These audits are available for review on the municipal web-site.

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The Municipality has successfully maintained a Quality Management System under Ontario’s Drinking Water Quality Management Standard certifying Trent Hills as an accredited operating authority in the Province of Ontario since 2010.

Trent Hills received its Drinking Water Works Permit, Municipal Drinking Water License and Full Scope Accreditation for each of the Campbellford, Warkworth and Hastings drinking water systems in 2011. A financial business plan was completed and submitted in February of 2012 to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs.

Regulatory Compliance Please be advised that the annual Ministry of Environment & Climate Change Compliance Inspections for 2015/2016 for the Campbellford, Hastings and Warkworth drinking water systems are available on the Municipal web-site.

Further, please be advised that the Municipal web-site is continually updated to include the above changes pertaining to the Municipal Drinking Water Quality Management System. The development of Quality Management plans was mandated by the province for all Municipal Drinking water systems. The Trent Hills Operational Plan was filed with the province and came into effect September 1, 2009.

For more information please see the Municipal web-site. http://www.trenthills.ca/en/services/water_operations.

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MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT HILLS REqUEST FOR qUOTE NO. 2016-01 Supply and Installation of Video Monitoring Equipment for the Hastings Field House located at 97 Elgin St. Hastings ON Proponent’s bid submissions for the required supply and installation of equipment and professional services, submitted in accordance with the submission procedures and requirements identified in the Request for Quote, will be received by the Municipality of Trent Hills until 2:00 p.m. local time on Thursday, March 31, 2016.

The deadline for proponent’s questions will be Thursday, March 24, 2016.

The lowest or any bid will not necessarily be accepted by the municipality.

Request for Quotation documents will be distributed by the Municipality of Trent Hills in digital (pdf) form via email. To obtain documents and to be registered on the list of RFQ document takers, please contact: Scott White General Manager of Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works Administration Municipality of Trent Hills 66 Front Street South, P.O. Box 1030 Campbellford, Ontario K0L 1L0 Telephone: (705) 653-1900 Ext. 244 Email: scott.white@trenthills.ca

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Agricultural Wall of Fame looks for nominees

By Bill Freeman

Peterborough County – The Peterborough County Agricultural Wall Fame is looking for nominees for their summer induction ceremony.

A longtime dream of people involved in the local agricultural industry, the Wall of Fame was officially unveiled last summer at Lang Pioneer Village Museum with five names in the inaugural class including the late G.A. Brethen, a former president of the Norwood Agricultural Society and member of the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame, and Ron Warner, also a former Norwood Agricultural Society president and part of the legacy of three Master Breeder Shields at Ronbeth Farms near Hastings.

Also in the Class of 2015 were pioneer David Fife who developed Red Fife Wheat, Jim Gifford, the first president of the Peterborough Federation of Agriculture, and Joe Sullivan, an innovator who introduced Australian-bred Illawara into milking Shorthorn bloodlines.

This year’s ceremony will take place Aug. 28 with nominations open to farm and rural leaders in Peterborough County who have made contributions to the agricultural and agri-food industry at the local, regional, provincial or national levels. Inductees can be nominated by an organization or individuals. The deadline for nominations is May 1.

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Wayne Warner (left), the chair of the Peterborough Agricultural Wall of Fame, presents a portrait to his father Ron after he was inducted into the Wall of Fame during its first ever induction ceremony last summer at Lang Pioneer Museum. He was one of five inductees. Photo by Bill Freeman

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centre at Lang Pioneer Village. The design will replicate a barn style that would have been seen in the area around 1910.

The Raise the Barn campaign hopes to have the facility completed sometime in 2017.

The idea for a heritage centre and wall of honour is inspired by Farmtown Park in Stirling.

“It’s long overdue,” Wall of Fame Committee Chair Wayne Warner said during an interview at last year’s inaugural ceremony. “A lot of people have talked of a wall of fame for the county. We’re just so glad that we’ve been able to initiate it and it’s come full circle now.”

“We thought we’d get a jumpstart (before the heritage centre opens).

There’s nothing wrong with getting a couple of years under our belt. We’re just so proud of all the innovators that have contributed to the agricultural history of the county.”

Nominators must submit the name, address, telephone number and a brief description of the nominee’s achievements, leadership role and contributions to the industry. The Wall of

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Legion Branch Unique chain of office links local Legion Zone F3 and Mohawk history 428 presents annual awards

By Terry McNamee

Stirling—When the Royal Canadian Legion Zone F3 Commander appears at an official function, he or she wears the a most unusual “chain of office”.

Zone F3 is the only Legion Zone that has a chain of office for its commander, and the history behind it is special, said Zone Commander Lynn Deering of Branch 237 in Marmora.

Speaking at the Feb. 23 meeting of the Stirling Legion Branch 228, Commander Deering said the deerskin collar was donated to Zone F3 in 1967 by the Mohawk Comrades of Branch 280 in Deseronto. The presentation was made in memory of Earle J. Brant, the first Aboriginal person to hold the title of Zone Commander in Ontario.

The collar is based on the teachings of The Great Peacemaker, known as as Deganawida or Dekanawida, a founder of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) League of Nations and creator of the Great Peace Law that set forth rules of law, custom and religion. The League initially united the Mohawk, Cayuga, Oneida, Seneca and Onondaga tribes in the fifteenth century, halting intertribal warfare amongst them. A sixth tribe, the Tuscarora, was admitted

around 1715, creating the Six Nations Confederacy.

Commander Deering said the beaded designs on the collar include a bear, wolf and turtle on the back to represent the three Mohawk clans. On the front, teepees represent the different Legion branches included in Zone F3, while a white pine tree represents the Tree of Peace. “ Deganawida instructed his chiefs to let no evil find lodging in their minds, and to regard courage, patience and honesty as the virtues most requisite to their responsibilities,” said Commander Deering. “He urged them to think, not so much of the present advantages, as of the future welfare of their people.”

She said the peace and harmony represented by this chain of office reflect the 500 years of the Iroquois League of Nations, and the hope that Zone F3 will enjoy those same virtues.

By Brett Mann

Royal Canadian Legion F3 Zone Commander Lynn Deering of Branch 237 in Marmora proudly wears the chain of office presented to Zone F3 by the Mohawk Comrades of Branch 280 in Deseronto in 1967. This is the only Legion Zone in Ontario which has a chain of office for its commander, and serves as a tangible link between the Mohawk people and the Legion.

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Tweed – Tweed Royal Canadian Legion Branch 428 held a more informal awards ceremony this year, with a light potluck lunch rather than the usual sit-down dinner.

Branch President Heather Atkins was assisted by Zone F3 Commander Lynn Deering and Deputy Zone Commander Ann Vance in making the presentations which fell under a number of categories.

Years of Service pins were awarded to seven “Ordinary” members, as Legion terminology has it, but Atkins commented that these individuals were in fact extraordinary with years of service ranging from 20 to 40 years.

Neil McNeil was appointed a Life Member for his 25 years of service while recognition as Associate Members was given to 30 individuals, not all of whom could attend the event. Six members were awarded “Affiliate” status including John (Jack) McMurray who celebrated his 80th birthday that same day.

Service bars were awarded to First Vice-President Hal Trites and Second Vice-President Ann Vance while Linda O’Connor received a Past Officer’s Medal and Executive and Treasurer’s Bar. Michael O’Connor also received a Past Officer’s Medal and Executive Bar as well as a Public Relations Bar. Reverend Wendell White, who has been the Branch Padre for ten years, was awarded a Chaplain’s Bar and Past Officer’s Medal. Poppy certificates were given to Jim Smith, Gary Young and Wendy Vermeer. Linda Baker, branch and zone book keep-

er, Michael O’Connor and Wayne Sweet were awarded certificates of appreciation with Atkins noting Sweet as “a member who persevered” in his duties as “shuffleboard boss.”

The Legionnaire of the Year Award went to Martin “Dutch” Vermeer whose involvement with maintaining the garden monument and memorial books as well as his work in mounting military displays at the Tweed and District Heritage Centre were noted and praised.

Atkins reported that Branch 428 currently has 412 members, “if all of them were paid up,” and proudly noted that the branch received a Silver Award for renewals last year with a 93 per cent renewal rate. Of the total membership, 60 members are veterans of the Canadian Army, Navy and Air Force said Atkins.

Branch 428 is an active one with several annual events already being organized including the motorcycle Show and Shine and Poker Run in July and this year, for the first time, an Antique Car Show in August. June 12 will be celebrated as Jack Vance Day in honour of the late Canadian Forces General and former Deputy Chief of Defence Staff, co-inciding with the annual golf tournament held in his honour at Poplars Golf Course and sponsored by the Tweed and Area Arts Council. It is anticipated that these events will be attended by former Tweed resident and Chief of Defence Staff, General Jonathan Vance.

“We’ve got a lot of hardworking members, which we really appreciate,” Atkins remarked.

Martin “Dutch” Vermeer (l) is presented with the Legionnaire of the Year award by Legion member David Spratt at Legion Branch 428’s annual award ceremonies. In the background, Past President Pat Thomas.

OPINION

In China: Another Chairman Mao? Opening the National People’s Congress in Beijing last Saturday, Prime Minister Li Keqiang set China’s growth target for the coming year at 6.5-7 per cent, the lowest in decades.

Only two years ago, he said that seven per cent was the lowest acceptable growth rate, but he had to eat his words.

Gwynne Dyer has He really isn’t in charge of very much any more.

The man who is taking charge of everything, President Xi Jinping, is now turning into the first one-man regime since Deng Xiaoping in the 1980s. The “collective leadership” of recent decades has become a fiction, and Xi’s personality cult is being vigorously promoted in the statecontrolled media.

Xi has also broken the truce between the two major factions in the Chinese Communist Party, who might be called the “princelings” and the “populists.” Xi, as the son of a Communist Party revolutionary hero who ended up as vice-premier, is princeling to the core. His centralising, authoritarian style is typical of this privileged breed.

The populists, like Li Keqiang, are generally people who grew up poor, usually in the interior, not in the prosperous coastal cities. They rose to prominence more by merit than by their connections, and they are more alert to the needs of vulnerable social groups like farmers, migrant workers and the urban poor. Most of them have come up through the Communist Youth League, and are known in Chinese as tuanpai (“the League faction”).

Frightened by the non-violent demonstrations that challenged the Communist Party’s monopoly of power in 1989, for almost three decades these two factions have carefully shared power and never attacked each other in public. Xi has now broken that non-aggression pact, authorising open attacks on the “mentality” of the Communist Youth League in the media.

The friction between the factions has grown so great mainly because the Chinese economy is stumbling towards a crisis. Neither faction has a convincing strategy for avoiding the crisis, but each has come to believe that the other’s political style – authoritarian for the princelings, populist for the tuanpai – will make matters worse.

The Communist Party’s dictatorship is founded on an unspoken contract with the population: we will provide constantly rising living standards, and in return you will not question our authority.

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But no economy can grow at 10 per cent a year forever, or even at the currently advertised rate of 6.5-7 per cent.

In fact, China’s growth rate actually collapsed about seven years ago, but it has so far been hidden by a binge of debt-fuelled investment. When most of the world went into a deep recession after the financial crisis of 2008, the Chinese regime artificially kept the country’s growth rate up by raising the proportion of GDP devoted to investment in infrastructure to an incredible 50 per cent.

In the following five years, China was building a new skyscraper every five days. It built more than 30 new airports, subway systems in 25 cities, the three longest bridges in the world, more than 10,000 km (6,000 miles) of high-speed railway lines, and 40,000 km (26,000) miles of freeways. Tens of thousands of high-rise residential towers went up around every city.

But the new towers remain largely empty, as do many of the freeways. These are investments that produced jobs at the time, but will not produce an adequate return on investment for many years, if ever. And to finance all this, the government let the country’s debt burden explode, from around 125 per cent of GDP in 2009 to 220 per cent now.

All of this investment has been counted in the GDP figures, but up to half of it, or maybe even more, is bad debt that will eventually have to be written off. If only half of it is bad debts, then China’s GDP growth in the past five years has really been around 2 per cent, not 7-8 per cent.

The crisis can be disguised for a while longer by printing more money, which the regime is doing.

But that is putting downward pressure on China’s currency, the yuan, which is currently overvalued by around 15-20 per cent. Devaluation would give a temporary boost to China’s exports, but it could also trigger an international trade war that would drag everybody’s economy down.

So at the moment China is spending $90 billion in foreign exchange each month to keep the value of the yuan up, but even with its immense foreign exchange reserves that is an unsustainable longterm policy. Sooner or later there is going to be a “hard landing”, and the regime’s very survival may be at risk.

There is no evidence that President Xi Jinping has a better strategy for mastering this crisis than the rival faction, but the storm is obviously approaching and he is battening down the hatches.

In his view, that means taking absolute power and building a personality cult of a sort that has not been seen in China since the demise of Mao Tse-tung. He is certainly not a vicious megalomaniac like Mao, but he clearly believes that he will need total control to get through the storm without a shipwreck.

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Why Thomas Martin’s story should never be forgotten Editorial - Stephen Petrick

The image I’ll always remember of Thomas Martin is from seeing him at a Loyalist College basketball game in December 2014, not long before the Belleville boy turned 10 years old. The school’s athletics department held a fundraiser to help his family deal with the financial hardships that came with his cancer treatments.

Thomas told me he wasn’t really a basketball fan, but was making an exception that night. He smiled as he mingled with players and fans. He posed for a photo with a group of students, all wearing bright yellow shirts that said “Together We’re Stronger” and “Team Thomas.”

He stuck out amid the yellow shirts, as he was wearing a grey sweatshirt and his head was completely bald from chemotherapy treatments. Yet he was grinning from ear to ear.

It was also a pleasure speaking with Thomas’s parents Charlene and Robert that night for a second time, as I had met them at another fundraiser months earlier. They too were smiling and thus, in my mind, the whole family had become an incredible example of how to stay positive and upbeat in the most heart-breaking of circumstances. Thomas was battling Gilomatosis cerebi, a rare cancer of the brain. Everyone around him was praying it wouldn’t be terminal, but it was.

I’ve been in the newspaper business a long time and have had to write about some horrible things. But I can’t ever recall, literally, being in tears as I wrote a story for the Belleville News about Thomas’s death on Feb. 29, at age 11.

“With a heavy heart, I’m sad to say our warrior has passed away,” Charlene wrote in a Facebook post that day. “Thank you everyone for your love and support. You were our sunshine, we will miss you so much.”

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But dealing with grief, mitigating sadness, and attempting to find joy in most tear-filled situations, well maybe that’s possible if you look into the story of Thomas’s life and his last few years.

Charlene and Robert have graciously shared many details of Thomas’s life, through a public Facebook group that has more than 1,500 members. Those who’ve followed his story can see that Thomas was a bright, smiling boy who was full of life.

They can also see the incredible humanity that’s shown to kids in his situation and families enduring battles with cancer.

From the time of his cancer diagnosis in 2014, Thomas and his family had the opportunity to sit in the front row at a Toronto Maple Leafs game and meet players, drive in Lamborghinis, visit Disney World and be the guest of honour at a fundraising music show in Belleville. This was all courtesy of several different charities, businesses and groups that just wanted to put the smile on the face of a young boy facing a challenge that most of us will never understand.

A funeral for Thomas was held last Friday morning at the John R. Bush Funeral Home and a celebration of his life followed at the Greek Hall that afternoon.

His family requested that people dress up lively and brightly, as that’s what he would have wanted. “Thomas would like us to be happy and have a smile on our faces much the way he did in life,” Charlene wrote, when announcing the details.

Even after his death, Thomas continues to show that in this life there are many more reasons to smile than to frown.

(Thomas’s family has asked that people wishing to make a donation in his name, contact Ronald McDonald House or the Hospital of Sick Children. The funds will be directed towards brain cancer research).

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Marmora churches combine to celebrate World Day of Prayer 2016

By Margriet Kitchen Marmora – Celebrated annually on the first Friday in March in over 170 countries, the event in Marmora was hosted by the Free Methodist Church.

Each of the Marmora congregations took part in presenting segments of a special play/production written by women in Cuba to illuminate their needs, with the United Church leading off introducing the various personalities represented through three generations.

The Anglican congregation

followed with a response part of the program. In this same segment, Timothy Bowden with his guitar presented a Cuban song, “Aclamemos Al Senor” (Sing Praise to the Lord).

Sacred Heart of Marmora’s Dorothy Meehan presented a lovely song, preceded and followed by readings from the old and new testaments.

The keynote speaker, Lee Bedore, gave a colourful presentation based on Carol King’s “Tapestry”, describing life as a tapestry with many loose and broken threads, but in the end, we

are seen as a perfect whole work.

The Pentecostal ladies followed with more dialogue, then distributed hand-made wool dolls representing the needs of children. The closing benediction included the overall theme of the presentation, “As you receive children, you receive me”, based on the book of Mark 10: 13-16.

The afternoon was concluded with a light luncheon served in the Free Methodist Church manse, where discussion continued on the needs of people of faith in Cuba.

Dorothy Meehan of Marmora Sacred Heart Church offered a lovely musical number at the World Day of Prayer service March 4 at the Marmora Free Methodist Church. All the Marmora churches took part in the combined celebration, focused this year on the people of Cuba.

Marmora’s International Women’s Week busy, informative and all-inclusive Marmora’s International Womens’ Week started off with a ribbon cutting ceremony at Sue’s Flowers and Café. Sue Heath, Mayor Terry Clemens, DeputyMayor Linda Bracken, Lisa Booth, Councillor Elaine Jones, and the force behind Women in Wellness, Rev. Janice Chrysler celebrate the event. Photo by Margriet Kitchen

By Margriet Kitchen Marmora – From the official ribbon cutting on March 1 with local dignitaries to the well-attended Women in Wellness event at the Marmora Community Centre on March 5, the week has been a great success in celebrating women locally, nationally and internationally.

Linda Bracken said, “This declaration of International Women’s Week is inspiring to all the women in this community. The events address women’s’ issues of health and well-being. Women need to stand up for beliefs and work for what they want.”

Janice Chrysler observed, “We are not anti-men, it’s about equality, we appreciate what many men are doing to help for awareness. This day (week) of celebration is now 106 years old since officially recognized. In some countries, when women celebrate International Women’s Day, they are at risk of being jailed.”

Mayor Clemens said, “In

many cases, women have been reluctant to stand up for equality, to speak up for improved working conditions, pay, and other things. I myself have been approached in such situations, and like many others have realized that what should have been obvious anyway should be corrected.”

Additional events for the week

included a special display at the Marmora Library entitled “Her Story”, as well as the second annual Women in Wellness, During the entire week, the Marmora Historical Association has featured Marmora women involved in medicine, business, education and politics, both here at home and overseas during the First World War.

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Four winners emerge at Maple Syrup Festival Juried Art and Photography Show

By Sue Dickens Warkworth – Four winners emerged from the 16th annual Maple Syrup Festival Juried Art and Photography Show hosted by the Spirit of the Hills Northumberland Hill Arts Association.

“We had 75 entries, 28 artists and from that the adjudicator chose the 48 which will be on display at the Ah! Arts and Heritage Centre this weekend,” said Judy Hopkins, who has been involved with the show for the past eight years and took over the role of chair for 2016.

“We had artists enter from throughout Northumberland County from Cobourg, Port Hope, Baltimore, Grafton, Castleton, Hastings, Warkworth and Campbellford “This was a member juried show so all are members of Spirit of the Hills.”

James Campbell, curator and executive director of the Visual Arts Centre of Clarington, was adjudicator for the day.

The judge chose the following show winners: Best in Show - “Alec” by Dania Madera-Lerman of Havelock was chosen because “the painting radiates energy, sound movement and music,” said Campbell.

Best Painting winner was “Behind Main Street” by Olga Neinhuys of Grafton. The judge commented that the painting, “Is interesting on many levels. It has a haunting, dreamlike quality to it due to the absence of figures. It is an interesting choice of subject and vantage point. The painting has a surreal dreamlike air”.

Honourable Mention went to Julie MacDonald of Warkworth for her painting entitled “Canada’s

“Alec” the entry by Dania Madera-Lerman of Havelock, right, was chosen as the “Best in Show” at the 16th annual Maple Syrup Festival Juried Art and Photography Show organized by Chair Judy Hopkins, left. “I just didn’t expect this, so it’s nice,” said Madera-Lerman. Photo by Sue Dickens

Wonderland”. The judge said “the painting is bursting with vital colour and motion, a wonderful overlap of colour using acrylic on paper.”

Best Photograph was won

by Carey Campbell Dinkel of Warkworth. Campbell described her photo as, “A captivating composition, beautifully organic with branches like tendrils. The branches assume human forms – very visceral.”

Honorable Mention went to Tom Groot of Grafton for his photo “High on a Windy Hill”. The judge said that the photo was “a striking image ... timeless forms of rolling hills and shadows with the sky cutting through. It also has contemporary energy with the turbines”.

Best 3D/Mixed Media winner was Georgina Schaeff of Warkworth for her sculpture “Woman of Summer”. Campbell observed that the Plaster of Paris and clay sculpture of a woman seated was, “won-

derful and brave with a bold fusion of materials, wonderfully textured. She exudes a physical presence.”

Honorable Mention went to Suzanne Towns of Campbellford for her fibre piece called “Lichen 4”. The judge said, “It’s beautifully organic, softened material, a wonderful fusion of organic life form and a functional vase.”

A gala reception will be held Friday, March 11 from 7 – 9 p.m. at the Ah hall and winners will receive their prizes at that time.

The show is held in conjunction with Warkworth’s Maple Syrup Festival and will showcase the entries on Saturday, March 12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, March 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ah! Centre.

“We’re trying to capture the crowds that come to the maple syrup festival each year. Last year we had about 800 people that came through the hall,” Hopkins said.

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Kent school fundraising reaches its goal with Hydro One grant

By Sue Dickens Campbellford – There was something electric about the assembly of students in the gymnasium at Kent Public School when a representative of Hydro One made a special presentation.

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The goal of raising the much-needed $23,000 has now been reached and the new equipment can be purchased.

It’s been a long journey for the parents’ group which has seen its members kept busy volunteering their time and energy to organize fundraisers which included everything from a dinner and auction to consignment sales.

“Thanks to this PowerPlay grant our project to build a new playground has been propelled toward completion sooner that we ever imagined,” said Forbes.

“We’re very proud to be able to give back to our communities,” commented Rollins, who explained the grant is made possible through Hydro One’s PowerPlay program which was established in 2008 to support healthy, active lifestyles for children and youth through funding child-focused recreational activities.

“It’s great to see the look on the children’s faces when they know they’re

going to have their playground equipment. I’m very proud to be here,” he commented.

“We can’t wait to see our kids thrive with this playground. They’ll see it as fun but we as parents and educators know how crucial outdoor physical activity and imaginative play are to a healthy upbringing,” said Forbes.

“Truly everyone living or operating a business in the area will benefit as we work to build a more vibrant and healthy community on this side of our town.”

Forbes, who has two children attending Kent school, one in Junior Kindergarten and the other in Grade 2, became chair of the parent council this year taking over the helm from Sandra Stapley, another of the dedicated parent volunteers.

There are about 15 volunteers who are members of the council.

“We’re all happy to see this come to a completion because now we can move on to other things for the school.

The goal of $23,000 for the purchase of new playground equipment for Kent Public School in Campellford has been reached thanks to a grant of $5,000 from Hydro One. The cheque presentation was made during a special school assembly: front, Charlotte Forbes, Grade 2 and her brother Nolan Forbes, Kindergarten; back from left, Marlene Cole, Grade 7 teacher; Lesley Forbes, current school council chair; Rachel Stapley, student; Mike Rollins of Hydro One. Photo by Sue Dickens

The playground project has been huge and it felt all encompassing. It’s all we could think about. Now the pressure is off,” said Forbes.

“We just have to have board approval of the plan then we’re off to the races but it will probably be installed in the summer,” she added.

What’s next for the parent council?

“The new equipment to be installed is one central piece of the playground and geared to youngsters ages five

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through 12. We might be looking for something for the older kids, Grades 7 and 8. A different kind of equipment is needed for them for muscles and balance and so on,” she explained.

In the meantime the council will be looking at some smaller in-house projects such as obtaining a grant for a program to help increase students’ math skills and to teach parents how they can help build up their child’s math skills at home.

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Artist brings colour and nature to Hastings Library Harrison says that when she’s writing she rarely paints because each use different parts of the brain.

“When I’m writing I see everything in terms of story. I have to make an effort to switch into painting mode.”

Since Christmas, Harrison has been doing a lot of professional editing.

“That part of my brain was feeling tired,” she says.

By Bill Freeman Hastings – Troon Harrison’s artistry is brightening the walls of the Hastings Public Library.

The British Columbia native and well-known author is a comparatively new resident of Trent Hills and she’s found refreshing inspiration in the surrounding landscape and natural world and that is clearly reflected in the art featured in the library show.

It’s her first solo exhibition and gives expression to the other side of her considerable creative talents.

Harrison admits that people are much more familiar with her writing, an oeuvre that encompasses children’s literature, fiction and non-fiction for adults and young adults as well as picture books and educational publications.

The painting, acrylics on canvas, has always been a hobby that has battled for time with Harrison’s professional work as a writer.

“I hadn’t had a lot of time for it.

Now I’m trying to make more time.

It’s kind of fun to get that out there,” she said during a chat at the library. “I love the landscape. I love going walking in the landscape. The paintings are very reflective of my love of nature.”

And of horses and other animals as well.

Harrison loves the Trans Canada

And now during dreary February she is painting.

“I get to relive other parts of the year and paint sunshine and bright colours.

It is very refreshing.”

The Hastings Library is open Monday (2 p.m. to 5 p.m.), Tuesdays (10 a.m. to noon; 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.); Fridays (1 p.m. to 5 p.m.; 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturday (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.).

Splash Pad donation Trent Hills author and artist Troon Harrison is holding her first-ever solo exhibition at the Hastings Public Library. Photo by Bill Freeman

Trail, riding her horse and walking along stretches of the former rail bed that runs from Lindsay to Belleville.

“It’s wonderful for taking photos of all kinds of things,” she says. “I just can’t believe how it opens up the countryside. It’s incredible to me that it’s just there. Such a wide range of people use it.”

Harrison is very familiar with the region having graduated from Trent University with two degrees but admits that “going somewhere new always

kick-starts creativity” or allows you to “see old things in a different way.”

The move to Trent Hills has done just that.

Harrison’s painting style is not strictly realistic but combines macro and micro views of the world she chooses to paint; her paintings often include a smaller panel focussing on a particular subject embedded in the larger canvas.

“I’m trying to convey how I experienced a particular landscape.”

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Trudeau mentioned that the project would soon be presenting a public update on its work.

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Final Notice of Study Completion

Trent River Crossing and Arterial Road Network Municipal Class Environmental Assessment in the Municipality of Trent Hills On June 18, 2014, Northumberland County Council endorsed the recommendation of an Environmental Assessment (EA) study to: 1) build a new bridge across the Trent River in Campbellford between Second Street and Alma Street, and 2) plan to replace the existing Bridge Street bridge at the end of its structural lifespan in about 30 years. This EA study was completed in accordance with the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act, following the approval process for Schedule ‘C’ projects under the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment. Following the public review period from September 4, 2014 to November 3, 2014, the Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change (the Ministry) received nine (9) requests asking the Minister to issue a Part II Order for the project to comply with Part II of the Environmental Assessment Act. In response, the Ministry directed that additional work be conducted to complete the EA in accordance with the EA Act. This included further consultation with potentially interested Aboriginal communities, and further consideration of archaeological resources and impacts on heritage properties.

This work has now been completed and reported to the Ministry. The Environmental Study Report – Revised dated December 2015 has been available for public review on the County web site. The Revised Final dated February 2016 is also available on the County web site. The recommended design endorsed by Northumberland County for the project remains as: • A new two lane bridge with sidewalks, plus left turn lanes at the terminal intersections, extending from the intersection of Grand Road and Alma Street on the west side of the Trent River to Second Street near Front Street South on the east side, to be designed to meet the river crossing requirements of the Trent-Severn Waterway; • Signalization of the Grand Road/Alma Street intersection; • Realignment of Saskatoon Avenue under the east side of the new bridge; • Geometric changes to Alma Street and Simpson Street South including minor widening where required and construction to urban design standards; and • Eventual replacement of the existing two-lane Bridge Street bridge at the end of its structural design life, estimated to be approximately 30 years.

By this Notice, the Environmental Study Report – Revised Final has been placed on the public record. Subject to comments received as a result of this Notice, plus the detailed project design, Northumberland County confirmation of project funding and receipt of all necessary permits and approvals, the project may proceed to construction.

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There’s history underfoot all over Ontario

By Diane Sherman

Ivanhoe - Judging by the turnout at the Huntingdon Veteran’s Centre Feb. 25, there are a number of folks interested in “digging up the past.”

In fact, that was the title of the fourth presentation in the Hastings Stewardship Council winter speaker series.

Historian and president of the Peterborough chapter of the Ontario Archaeological Society (OAS), Tom Mohr, encouraged the crowd to get involved, become aware and help preserve history.

“Have you ever walked a field after a rain? You would swear it grew rocks overnight. That rain,” he says, “could have brought history to the surface.”

He warns though, finding a cu-

rio, a shard of pottery or an arrow head, should not be taken lightly.

There are regulations in place by the Ontario Heritage Trust preventing excavation of areas by anyone other than professionals.

Mohr suggests if a person finds something interesting, they contact the Trust or their local OAS, which for the area from Toronto to Ottawa and north to Huronia, is the Peterborough chapter.

If the site is a significant source of archaeological items, the Trust will manage the excavation.

Ontario has sites dating back to the first people, Paleo-Indian settlements from 11,500 years ago, to the Archaic period 9,500 years ago and into the Woodland period from 2,900 to 500 years ago. When curios are found, one

should notify the professionals.

As an avocational archaeologist, Mohr has worked with numerous First Nation communities in digging up their past. He is sensitive to the historical significance of each finding, and warns there are strict regulations for sensitive areas.

Hastings County and surrounding areas he says, have early French settlement remnants too, often in the soil layer above Archaic eras.

As contractors extract layers of soil for development or as shorelines erode, more and more relics are being found.

He encourages those with a serious interest to become members of the OAS, which works to bring people together for the ethi-

cal practice of archaeology, discouraging illegal looting and destruction of historic sites through education and public information sessions.

Mohr is based in Lindsay and is willing to direct new recruits to OAS. Contact him at 705-3209979, or <mohr@utsc.utoronto. ca>.

The next speaker, Dr. Tim Johnson, will address the seriousness of invasive aquatic species in Ontario waters, March 10, 7 p.m. at the Ivanhoe centre.

Tom Mohr encourages protection of historic archaeological sites by following proper procedures. Matt Caruana welcomed Mohr to the fourth speaker series hosted

by Hastings Stewardship Council, Feb. 25.

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Colborne man guilty Discretionary choices prevail at council in $6M drug bust

By Diane Sherman

Colborne - A Colborne man charged with smuggling millions of dollars worth of drugs in a tractor trailer across the U.S. border pleaded guilty to the charges recently in a Windsor courtroom.

Wayne Douglas Rutherford, 63, was caught at the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor driving a transport carrying more than $6 million

dollars worth of cocaine and methamphetamine in August, 2013.

Meanwhile, the trucker is facing charges of drug conspiracy in Quebec. News reports out of Windsor say he intends to plead guilty to those as well.

Rutherford has been free on bail and returns to court in June. No sentence date was available.

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Mayor Deline said he sat in on a special workshop for municipalities with populations under 6,000, with hopes they can collectively get rural objectives heard by the province.

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Councillor Bob Hadley attended three sessions on asset management which he and Eric Sandford have been dedicating time to this year. “Infrastructure funding”, he said, “will be allotted according to the strength of these plans so doing them right is important”.

Council decided to pre-approve $20,000 for work at Centre Hastings Park prior to opening day in May, thus expediting the buying process, rather than waiting until finalization of the budget.

The goal is to make washrooms accessible for the spring opening. To upgrade the park completely to accessibility standards is estimated at $103,000. The municipality has made an application for federal funding to

help with costs and awaits approval.

A request by the Lions Club for council to license the Arts Centre for liquor service was declined after a report showed costs and liabilities would be unreasonable with potential late night activity in a park that is “meant to be a family venue.” Concerns of security, liabilities and qualified personnel came into play.

The Madoc Market Vendors Association asked to move the market to the park this year. The proposal was denied on the basis the park is recreational, noting commercial vendors would take up green space and deter from the original purpose of the park.

Council is faced with a tight budget this year with the year-end variance report currently showing a surplus of $145,522 with part of that an accounts receivable which the treasurer says is not guaranteed to be paid.

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By John Campbell Trent Hills - Trent Hills Chamber of Commerce will focus on becoming accredited this year to demonstrate its excellence in a variety of areas “so we can best serve our members,” Chair Jeff Hamilton told members at their annual general meeting last week.

“Becoming an accredited chamber holds us to a set of accountabilities so that we can ensure that you get the maximum return for the dollars you invest in being a chamber member,” he said.

To achieve its goal, the chamber will work on governance, advocacy, membership programs and services, organization and administration and strategic planning.

It will also join the Canadian Chamber of Commerce “to strengthen our presence at the federal level,” Hamilton said.

There are roughly 75 chambers across Canada that have been accredited, 33 of them in Ontario.

“It’s gaining in popularity,” Hamilton said after the March 3 meeting. “It just seems like the next natural step [to take].”

Accreditation confirms the chamber follows certain rules and guidelines, has a strategic plan that sets a direction, and gives members a “sense of security” that their dollars are being “spent wisely,” he said.

“It’s less about growing our membership [and] more about formalizing and strengthening what we’re doing.”

The board of directors will be “establishing policies that determine how to advocate on your behalf,” by sending out surveys and requesting feedback, Hamilton said.

The chamber will launch its new four-season tourism campaign and website at the Hastings Field House March 21.

“It is especially important that we show our support for Hastings this year,” Hamilton told the meeting, because of the “challenges that community is facing right now” while work

continues on replacing the bridge across the Trent River.

The event, featuring foods from local eating establishments, is free, and “we encourage you to visit the businesses while you’re there,” he said.

Hamilton said the chamber is “excited” to be a part of three revitalization committees, in Campbellford, Hastings and Warkworth. Each community has its strengths but “there are times that we all need to pull together and work with each other,” he said.

“We can act as that conduit to bring all those groups together,” providing feedback as well as receiving it.

The chamber has scheduled a special general meeting for March 31 when members will be asked to vote on a bylaw that brings the organization up to date with the current Corporations Act and sets “the structure for how we move forward,” Hamilton said.

Chartered professional accountant James Williamson said 2015 was “a fairly successful year” for the chamber as it finished almost $9,000 in the

Members of the 2016 Trent Hills Chamber of Commerce board of directors (rear), Tom Kerr, Mario Guzman, Chair Jeff Hamilton, and Treasurer Dr. Brian Casteels. In front are first Vice-Chair Lori Schuett, Second Vice-Chair Fern Julia and Mike Metcalf. Photo by John Campbell

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Marmora Council discusses transit and gas Marmora – Jean McConnell, managing director of the Central Hastings Support Network’s Rural Transit Program, reported the current status and upcoming budget needs of the program in Central Hastings. Ridership in the past year totalled 4,554 with around 30 per cent from Marmora and Lake. A new 16-seat, twowheelchair accessible bus will soon be purchased, and together with another bus purchased in 2014 will give a rider capacity of 33 people and four wheelchairs.

Mayor Clemens thanked McConnell and her staff for their work in serving the transporta-

tion needs of the communities and added, “We are starting on the municipal budget process and will make a commitment to include the needs of the transit program.” For more information on the transit program/schedules go to <http://www.chsninc.ca>.

Danny Watson, district manager and eastern (Kingston) representative of Union Gas, made a presentation explaining the process of franchise renewal for the municipality, which is due this year after a 20-year term. This franchise gives the supplier (Union Gas) the right to service inhabitants as granted by the municipality and approved by the Ontario Energy Board.

Mayor Clemens thanked Watson for his informative presentation and said, “We appreciate that you will work with our staff to determine the needs for growth.”

Watson responded, “We can work with any upcoming water and sewer plans to reduce costs by installing simultaneously where possible.”

In response to a delegation regarding street lights out on Forsythe St., Mayor Clemens noted that this year the municipality will be starting with a full replacement of street lights with LED units. Meanwhile, the staff will be looking into any lights that are out.

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Central Hastings Family Health Team will host a farewell reception/tea at the Marmora town hall for Dr. Anne Muscat on April 1 from 2-4 p.m. Dr. Muscat will be leaving her Marmora practice on March 24.

The 2016 budget for the municipality of Marmora and Lake is available for public review on the website, <www.marmoraandlake. ca>, at the town hall and at the library. A public meeting inviting comments on the budget and fees is scheduled for April 5. Council will make a detailed review of the budget on April 6, and the tax levy/fees bylaw will be approved on May 3, 2016.

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Several streets to be renamed avenues or lanes to avoid duplication Trent Hills – Several streets having the same name will be given new ones to ensure firefighters and paramedics arrive at the correct address “in a timely and safe manner.”

Fire Chief Tim Blake explained in a report to council Feb. 16 that duplicate civic addresses that were in use in the three municipalities before they joined to become Trent Hills is creating a problem.

Peterborough Fire Services, as the new dispatcher for all of Northumberland County, will be using data in a format that does not distinguish duplicate names and number ranges.

“The risk to residents in Northumberland County includes a potential delay in dispatching time and the possibility of sending a wrong fire department to the wrong area of the municipality,” Blake stated.

It might not be an issue for residents calling 911 from a land line as it “usually includes location information” but if a cellphone is used, callers would have to know the former township if they are calling from “since no additional location information would be available.”

Newer residents might not know because amalgamation took place in 2001.

Peterborough Fire Services “will see multiple listings for streets (such as Church Street), and they would have to determine with the caller their exact location.”

Another difficulty are county roads that go between former townships that have duplicate address numbers.

“The dispatchers will see multiple entries for that road (one for every township) and a potential for sending a wrong response exists,” Blake wrote.

Adjustments have been made “to alleviate some similar ranges, thus permitting the streets and roads to remain the same,” but he got council’s approval to make several changes to street names, based on the number of dwellings found on each.

They are: Centre Street in Campbellford will remain as is but Centre Street in Warkworth will be changed to Centre Lane. Church Street stays the same in Warkworth but will become Church Avenue in Campbellford and Church Lane in Hastings.

Park Street in Hastings remains unchanged but it will be called Park

Way in Campbellford. Nelson Street in Warkworth will become Nelson Lane in Hastings. Water Street in Hastings will be called Water Lane in Green Acres, and Division Street in Hastings will become Division Drive in Norham.

Residents affected will be able to change their driver’s licence and

health cards at their “convenience” and at no cost, when it comes time to renew them, Blake said, and they won’t have to worry about changing their house number.

At a previous meeting, Mayor Hector Macmillan urged that something be done with roads identified by numbers that change when they cross

over what used to be the boundaries for the former townships.

“It’s a time bomb,” he said. “It makes no sense to have one road switch from one number to another.”

Blake said the issue will be dealt with in future.

“This is just a start, we want to see how this goes,” he said.

Crashes in Stirling-Rawdon showed a marked decrease in 2015

By Terry McNamee Stirling - The number of traffic accidents in Stirling-Rawdon Township have dropped considerably in 2015 compared to the four-year average, Police Chief Dario Cecchin told the Police Services Board.

Speaking at the PSB meeting on Tuesday, March 1, Chief Cecchin said the average over the previous four years was 74 accidents per year, but there were only 54 in 2015.

“This is a substantial decrease in the number of motor vehicle accidents in our area,” he said.

The RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program was a major focus in November, December and January, with 54 check stops. There was good news here, too.

“We had a few Highway Traffic Act

charges, but no impaireds,” Chief Cecchin said.

Those charges included two people who were arrested and charged with possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking.

Reporting on all areas of police work in the township, he noted that most records have remained at slightly above or slightly below the four-year average.

“Overall, there are no trends that cause us concern,” Chief Cecchin said. “2015 overall was unremarkable. We haven’t spiked. We’re all very near the average.”

In municipal bylaw enforcement, only 49 tickets were issued in 2015 compared to the average of 74.

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Alarm calls were up to 96 in 2015 from the average of 83. The good news is that these were all false alarms.

One area that increased is the amount of participation in community-related initiatives, including foot patrols, speaking at various community events, participating in youth sports and other youth activities and working with the local school boards with their safe schools protocols.

The chief warned the community to beware of telephone and online scams

where people claim to represent a bank or Canada Revenue.

“There are a number of frauds and scams,” he said. “They’re coming from various places in the world, not necessarily in Canada.”

Summing up, overall the police department dealt with 1,729 separate incidents in 2015, slightly lower than the four-year average of 1,763.

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Local health unit offers advice on overcoming sticker shock at the grocery stores

By Sue Dickens Brighton/Northumberland While skyrocketing food prices may be hard to stomach, the local Health Unit is offering advice on how to overcome the sticker shock and still enjoy healthy eating.

The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (HKPR) District Health Unit is encouraging local residents to shop wisely and substitute certain food items for other more expensive ones in a bid to keep their grocery bills in check.

The Trent Hills Independent has published a couple of articles recently about the “sticker shock” shoppers are experiencing at the grocery stores and how one shopper is coping. Grocery store owners and the Health Unit agree high prices are happening for several reasons.

The Health Unit noted in its press release that while world oil prices are very low ... the low Canadian dollar is partly to blame as well as a shortage of food items

brought on by weather-related problems such as drought in California and flooding in Mexico.

Bill Eekoff, health unit communications officer, said the purpose of their latest news release, “Is to offer ideas on how to eat healthy in the midst of the current situation where the prices for certain food items are quite high. The news release is not meant to ask people to substitute healthier foods with less expensive (and less healthy) choices. Rather, it’s pointing out to people that there are cheaper options that can be as healthy for you.”

For example, the Health Unit recommends choosing frozen vegetables and fruit as an alternative to fresh, more expensive varieties and to shop smart by looking through grocery store flyers for specials and coupons.

As well it is noted that seasonal vegetables are relatively affordable, because of lower transportation costs and are a viable option in summer.

Public Health Dietitian Kimber-

ly Leadbeater who works out of the Health Unit office in Brighton has some of her own tips to help shoppers.

“One of the things that is really expensive is ground beef. One way to save a bit of money is buy large packages and portion out and freeze. When I think of beef I think of making something like chili. You can make a nutritious chili with chick peas, frozen corn, kidney beans and so on.”

She agrees that frozen fruit and vegetables are a great alternative. ‘They are flash frozen and have the same nutrients as freshly picked and frozen vegetables don’t have added salt.”

Leadbeater is also chair of the Northumberland Food for Thought steering committee, a non-profit community partnership made up of representatives from various sectors: volunteer, government, corporate, and education.

“This is a program that lends assistance to student nutrition

program across the [Northumberland] county in schools ... most of the work we do is working with clients on a budget,” she noted.

For those in need she said there are food banks and the Good Food Box program available throughout Northumberland County.

“The Good Food Box is a great opportunity for anyone to take advantage of fresh vegetables and fruit that is purchased in bulk. The cost is $15 per box and families with children may be eligible for a subsidy,” she commented.

The Health Unit suggests for ideas about healthy eating on a budget go to the EatRight Ontario website: <www.eatrightontario. ca/en/budget> Kimberly Leadbeater, public health dietitian with the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (HKPR) District Health Unit, Brighton office, provides some sound advice about how to buy healthy food at a time of “sticker shock” in the grocery stores and at the same time following Canada’s food guide. Photo by John Campbell

Campaign is underway to create a cozy park in Madoc

By Diane Sherman Madoc - Members of Trinity United Church hope to have a fully accessible park completed for Canada’s 150th anniversary.

The church sits at the corner of Davidson and St. Lawrence Streets with

the library, post office and medical centre on adjacent lots. A 34 by 17 metre lot owned by the church has sat unused in the midst for years.

Talk of making a park there has been ongoing. Finally, things are underway with the Trinity Memorial Park committee, made up of Fred and Susan

Bendell, Ron Moffatt and Harold Bailey taking charge.

They have partnered with Centre Hastings Secondary School to make the project part of their Renovation and Restoration class.

Six students worked on the layout and design for the park, and prepared

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Levy Harrison and Noah Gear joined Fred Bendell Feb. 24 to pitch the final plans, emphasizing aesthetic appeal for tourists and potential use for community events and as a convenience to residents.

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Council liked the idea. Once details on drainage and engineering plans are approved, work can begin.

To kick off their fundraising drive, the committee held a pancake breakfast at the church Feb. 27, sharing the plans.

Community members can contribute to the park by donating a bench, table, tree or an engraved stone for the pathway. Items range from $50 to $300 or one can simply make a cash donation.

The design includes a market garden along the wall of the church, which organizers say would grow produce for the local food bank. Volunteers are welcome to work on this project also.

Students will begin building this spring, and some of the stone and cement work is planned, with final completion in the spring of 2017.

As organizers say, work will be based on financial support. If the funds come Please see “Campaign” on page 18

Campbellford high school’s music students heading to Musicfest Canada after hitting high notes at regionals The Campbellford District High School Senior Jazz Ensemble will be heading to Musicfest Canada Nationals after bringing home the gold from the Regionals, led by music director, Dave Noble. Vocalist/trumpeter Meaghan Steinmann and keyboardist Daniel Li, standing left, each won an award for musicianship and leadership. Photo by Sue Dickens

in, the park could be finished in the fall.

Currently, Danford Construction of Madoc, Maitland Construction of Perth and Stampkrete Contracting of Belleville have committed to the project, along with the municipality, students and the church.

For more information on the park project contact any member of the committee, or call Fred Bendell at 613-395-9000.

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studying biochemistry, music will remain an important part of his future. “Music is everything. I’ve dedicated so much of my life to this there’s no way I am letting go of it now,” he said.

Meaghan agreed. “I will make music a part of my life. Even if I am not studying it, it’s a really big thing in my family and I think it is important.”

The third winner of the musicianship and leadership award Olivia Rapos, was not available the day of this interview but Noble talked about her talent as well.

“Olivia is a fantastic singer and has musicality.”

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Campbellford – Winning gold and silver medals at the Musicfest Canada regionals was music to the ears of the students and music director at Campbellford District High School (CDHS).

This is not something new for the school as its bands under the direction of Dave Noble have hit winning notes and given award-winning performances for decades.

The CDHS Senior Jazz Ensemble won their gold award at the Southern Ontario Regionals held in Oshawa with “really good ensemble playing and solid soloists” according to adjudicator and professional saxophonist Colleen Allen.

High school vocalist/trumpeter Meaghan Steinmann, Grade 12, also won an award for musicianship and leadership.

The CDHS Jazz Combo won a silver award at the Regionals and keyboardist Daniel Li, Grade 12, also earned a musicianship/leadership award.

A third CDHS group, the CDHS Junior Jazz Ensemble, featuring mostly Grade 9 students, won a silver award and singer/saxophonist Olivia Rapos, Grade 9, won a musicianship/leadership award.

Noble had high praise for the bands and the three students.

“Meaghan I sort of think of as the leader of the whole group,

leader of the band, the kind of person that makes really positive suggestions, tries to push us forward, is enthusiastic about what we’re doing, loves to play and shows it ... great leadership,” he said.

Meaghan commented, “I think sometimes it can seem discouraging because there are a lot of times when you plateau and you don’t make any progress but if you really keep with it and you’re passionate about the music and you know you just keep putting in the time every day. I look back at where I was in Grade 9 and it’s crazy. I see exponential growth.

“If Meaghan wanted to be a professional singer she is so musically rich, her singing, honestly, I feel like she is a Lady Gaga-esk singer,” added Noble grinning.

Talking about Daniel, Noble said, “Daniel is the leader of the combo in the school, truly, I don’t direct it, Daniel kind of leads it.” The jazz combo is a six-piece jazz group with a rhythm section and two horns.

“Daniel not only leads the group he also arranges tunes for them.

He is just remarkable. He reads (music) like no other kid I’ve ever had, he can pick up something that is incredibly complex and pick it up off the page.”

A new arrival at CDHS last year from Port Perry, Daniel takes his music very seriously.

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Memories of mill ownership grist for a presentation about Fudge’s Mill

By Sue Dickens Campbellford – Bob Fudge liked the idea of “getting my old coveralls on after work,” and spending time operating one of the last working grist mills in Northumberland County.

His tale of why he decided to purchase the mill in 1990 while still working as a supervisor/chief surveyor for the Region of Durham and tales of the enjoyment he discovered of being a hands-on mill owner was the subject of a recent presentation to the Probus Club of Trent Hills.

A councillor, deputy-reeve and owner of Fudge’s Family Restaurant and bar, he decided one day that operating a mill was just one more adventure in his life he wanted to experience.

Driving by the mill one day, he stopped to talk to the owner and within a few minutes told him he was going to buy it, then asked, “Now what is it?”

Fudge said he has never regretted his decision.

His presentation to the Probus members included photos of the mill which is located on the Ganaraska River at Campbellcroft.

He told stories of how operating it as a working mill provided many rewards and just as many challenges.

Built in approximately 1865 on Grist Mill Road, it originally was a planing mill with a water wheel.

Then in the early 1900s a water turbine became the source of power and it became a grist mill, grinding grain for animal feed. A cleaning station was added later.

For Fudge, operating the mill and maintaining it became a labour of love for more than two decades. “We had gears, a ratchet, logs, chutes and an auger ... it was all very high tech,” he said grinning.

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Some of those issues included living with the fact that the pond on the mill property would sometimes flood across the road in springtime.

“The ice on the pond gouged out the road one year,” he noted, adding that in those days a phone call to the township to fix the road was all that was needed.

He has plenty of good memories too. “I have photos of the family skating on the pond in winter,” he said with a smile. “We also have photos taken of the bottom of the runway where we caught trout and opened up the fishing to

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Trent Hills – Members of the Trent Hills Therapy Dogs Inc. already look sharp making the rounds of nursing homes, schools and retirement homes dressed in black but they want to add jackets to what they wear.

“A uniform makes us more visible in the community, presents a professional look and elicits interest in our cause,” says Carol Ferguson, the group’s president. Since setting out on their own in 2014, the Trent Hills group has worked on fashioning one for visits and for group activities at parades and festivals.

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“We are now eager to provide our members with a jacket to complete the uniform,” Ferguson said.

Requests were sent out to area service clubs and to date the Campbellford Kinsmen and the Warkworth Community Service Club have responded with donations of $500 and $200, respectively.

The group has 19 handlers who volunteer their time to regularly visit seniors, shutins and other groups or individuals in Campbellford, Warkworth, Norwood and area “who need or desire the companionship of a dog.”

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Ferguson said the group averages about 50 visits a month.

The dogs are all sizes, breeds and ages, she said.

Ferguson has “a golden doodle” named Lucy she takes to a nursing home whose residents are “so eager to be able to pet a dog, talk to her [and] talk to me.”

When the pair leaves, they thank them for coming. “They’re so appreciative, it gives them so much joy,” Ferguson said.

“They’re more alert because they have interacted with a dog. It’s wonderful to see.”

Therapy dogs must pass “an extensive evaluation with high standards to determine that their behaviour and personality are suited to visiting publicly,” she said.

“They bring joy, acceptance and love into the places they visit. They foster a sense of caring and community to those in need through the companionship of a dog.”

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families,” he added.

He used the mill to grind oats and barley for feed and noted humourously, “The mill worked at its own pace. You didn’t try to change that.”

“Raising a family there was just great. The smell of the wood and everything ... it gets into your blood. It gets into your heart. It actually became a lifestyle,” he said.

Fudge first sold the house on the property but the mill itself was a harder sell. Finally he found a buyer and the new owners, a son and father team, are rebuilding the mill “to This photo from Google Earth shows the old mill located near Campbellcroft on the Ganaraska River bring it back to its past which was built in approximately 1865 and was a planing mill then a grist mill. Bob Fudge and his glory.” family enjoyed about 20 years of a lifestyle which he said provided many great memories. Photo

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World day of Prayer 2016 focuses on Cuba Betty talked about the service which began with a processional and included a call to worship, prayers and the singing of hymns and reading of the scriptures. The “leader”, Diana Ballard of Seymour United Church, led the prayer of confession and spoke throughout the service which included many participants.

“It’s been wonderful to be reading and learning more about Cuba,” noted Melanie. “It’s very humbling to know that these impoverished people are very good at caring for others.

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that we have when we can do nothing else and yet it is the most powerful thing that we have,” Melanie commented.

Melanie is involved with the group in Stirling bringing two Syrian families to the town.

She recalled when boatloads of Cuban refugees made their way to the U.S. and how today Syrian refugees are now fleeing their country for safety.

As part of the service Betty’s granddaughter nine-year-old Arianna sang accompanied by well-known community choir director Ross Cotton on keyboard.

Betty noted that money

Campbellford – Celebrants of the World Day of Prayer gathered at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church to hold the annual ecumenical service which this year was written by the World Day of Prayer Committee of Cuba.

The theme: “Receive Children, Receive Me.” “Cubans are extremely impoverished and they are extremely good to their children. They are very well educated and they are very devout,” said Melanie Linn, a Christian broadcaster at United Christian Broadcasters (UCB) in Belleville, who is also a therapist now living near Stirling.

“The service today is talking about the little children coming to Jesus,” she added.

Co-ordinated by Betty Leppanen, who was also the event’s “reader”, the celebration is described by the International World Day of Prayer committee as a global movement of Christian women of many traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year, and who, in many countries, have a continuing relationship in prayer and service. It is a movement initiated and carried out by women in more than 170 countries and regions.

In Trent Hills the celebration was held The World Day of Prayer ecumenical service held in Campbellford at St. Annot only in Campbellford but also in drew’s Presbyterian Church featured special guest Melanie Linn. The event nearby Hastings. was co-ordinated by “reader” Betty Leppanen. Photo by Sue Dickens

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raised through offerings at the service “go to all around the world.” different Christian charities, some in Canada and The offering total was $727.35.

Flourish Campaign’s fundraising total now stands at more than $3.5 million

By John Campbell

Trent Hills – As of Jan. 1, the amount of cash and pledges donated or committed to the Flourish Campaign stood at $3,541,093.

Most of the money, $2,979,919, has been directed to Campbellford Memorial Hospital for the purchase of equipment while $533,091 is to be used for recreation redevelopment.

The remaining amount, $28,083, will go toward the creation of Smart and Caring Community Funds in Hastings and Warkworth for the distribution of grants in support of local projects.

“We’re in a bit of a holding pattern,” said Martha Murphy, executive director of the Campbellford-Seymour Community Foundation.

“We’re waiting to see what the next project is that the municipality announces,” she said. The two options are a recreation wellness centre in Campbellford that will include a rink and aquatic centre and an addition to the Warkworth arena.

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Trent Hills – The municipality has amended its bylaw to regulate and control the keeping of animals to deal with a “persistent issues” it has with noisy dogs.

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Councillor Rosemary Kelleher-MacLennan asked if the municipality has received a lot of complaints.

“We’ve had some,” director of planning Jim Peters replied. “This will help us deal with enforcement and [doing] better when we go forward with charges.”

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“We’re just getting the bylaw cleaned up so that if we have situations we stand a good chance” in court, he said. “Sometimes our citizens don’t understand [and ask] why can’t you do something about this ... We want to make sure that when we explain why either we can or can’t do something, [they know there’s] a process that we have to follow.”

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Peter said staff looked at “our processes” to see if they are “as good as they can be” and they also consulted other municipalities to find examples of charges that were thrown out because of their wording.

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Raegan Larcombe was a natural for the “A You’re Adorable” routine. Photo by John Campbell Tayler Dunk, Leah Kiar and Abby Pearson wait to take the ice. Kiar performed a solo while Dunk and Pearson teamed up for a routine featuring the music of Johnny Cash. Photo by John Campbell

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Norwood wrestlers third at COSSA Alexa Vanderhorst and Corey Stockdale of the Norwood District High Knights earned third place finishes at the Central Ontario (COSSA) Secondary School Association wrestling championships held at Kenner Collegiate in Peterborough. Alexa placed third in the 57.5 kg class behind gold medal winner Natalie O’Hara of North Hastings and Kieva Earle of St. Mary’s in Cobourg. Taylor London of Centennial Secondary School finished fourth. Corey picked up third in the 83 kg class behind Shane O’Reilly of Haliburton Heights and Dan Veley of Bayside Secondary School. Josh Bars of St. Mary’s in Cobourg was fourth. Wrestlers from 26 schools participated in the COSSA championship meet.

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D A E R SP Twelve-year-old Madison Myers of Stirling earned a bronze medal in Pre-Juvenile Under-13 at the Eastern Ontario Starskate Invitational Championships in Whitby on Feb. 19, and will compete March 18 at the Skate Ontario Championships in Sudbury. Photo by Terry McNamee

By Terry McNamee Stirling—After an injury in December nearly derailed her season, Stirling Figure Skating Club member Madison Myers is not just back in form, she’s headed for the Ontario championships.

Twelve-year-old Madison earned a bronze medal in Pre-Juvenile Under-13 at the Eastern Ontario Starskate Invitational Championships in Whitby on Feb. 19, missing out on the silver by just six-tenths of a point, in an entry of 21 skaters from across eastern Ontario. This was a qualifying event for the Skate Ontario Championships, which will take place in Sudbury from March 18-20. Madison will compete on Friday, March 18.

Madison is excited about the opportunity, but most of all, she just loves to skate.

“I’m just really happy to be back after I was injured,” she said.

The Grade 7 student at Stirling Public School says her school has really been great in allowing her to work around her skating schedule, which

often requires that she miss school.

“My teachers have been really supportive,” she said.

Madison also plays basketball, volleyball and soccer, but skating is her life.

“It makes me happy when I’m sad,” she said. “It makes me feel beautiful.”

And the friends she has made through skating are very important to her.

“I like having true friends at the rink,” she said. “My friends are a big part of it.”

Her family also is a big help, and her coach, Lindsay Newbery, is also Madison’s aunt.

Madison will be moving up to the Juvenile division after this competition, and she is training hard to raise her skill level. She skates three hours a day twice a week, all year long, and does off-ice cardio training as well.

“I can land a double Lutz, and I’m working on my double Axel,” she said.

She said her favourite skater is newly-crowned Canadian Ladies Champion, Alaine Chartrand.

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Un-sung heroes of the Tweed Arena – Kooly’s Kanteen

Tweed – Vicki Freyburg opens Kooly’s Kanteen at the Tweed Community Arena on a Sunday afternoon for a small crowd of skaters who will be wanting coffee, poutine and other refreshments soon.

As she raises the folding blinds at the counter, makes coffee and heats up the grill and fryer, she notes “Today is slower, with just public skating.”

On a busy day, particularly during hockey playoffs, Kooly’s can be swamped with up to 100 customers lining up to enjoy the canteen’s cooking. The fine quality of the burgers, fries and hot dogs is appreciated by Laurie Myers, promotions and communications manager of the Stirling Figure Skating Club. Myers is also an OMHA referee who is a frequent visitor to local arenas including Tweed’s.

“As a referee, Tweed arena has the best food in the whole area,” she remarked. Myers is impressed with the support canteen operators provide to local sports, noting that “we’re going to make a plaque for the one in Stirling, Vicki Freyborg, operator of Kooly’s Kanteen at the Tweed Community Arena serves up a pop to Laine Clement, a Grade 6 student and the Tweed club is going to make one for the Tweed arena.” The canteen operators proat St. Carthagh’s Catholic School and a player with the Tweed Hawks PeeWee team.

vide more than just food for players and kids, she says. “In Stirling, they know each and every kid by name. We never thank the canteen folks. They come out and praise the kids and they do fun things for us. They’re amazing.”

Parents appreciate Kooly’s efforts to offer healthy foods along with the staples of burgers and hot dogs. Fresh fruit is on offer, along with a selection of teas which includes black chai, Tetley’s, chamomile and “green raspberry thriller.” Menu items also include bagels with cream cheese and Philly cheese steak. A tasty-looking bunch of fresh bananas sits beside the cash register.

Vicki’s daughter Heather operated the canteen a few years ago, with the help of Vicki and partner Laura Abbot while Vicki and Laura operated a restaurant (Kooly’s) on Victoria Street. Vicki has been running the canteen since selling their downtown business two years ago. “My prices are reasonable,” she notes. “I’m lucky I don’t have to pay GST because we don’t make over $30,000 a year.”

She is proud of the cooking the canteen produces. “I’ve heard from a lot of people that I’ve got the best fries of any arena they’ve ever been to.”

The CrossFit Belleville Bantams staged an epic series come back against the top Team in the ETA giving the Madoc-based bantams a trip to the OMHA finals next weekend.

First game in the series in Barrie, the Red Devils would open the scoring and maintain a lead headed into the second period. Penalty trouble would not favour the Bantams and Barrie found themselves in front part way through the second after taking a 2-1 lead.

A few unfortunate bounces and a 5 on 3 opportunity gave the Barrie Colts the 4-2 victory.

Ethan Taylor was in net for the loss. Crossfit goals were scored by Cameron Supryka and Derrick Vos while assists went to Emmet Pierce, Daniel Panetta, Bailey Matthews and Ryan Loiselle.

The loss set the stage for the weekend matchup and comeback as Barrie travelled to Madoc to face the Red Devils in a win or be eliminated game for Quinte. The Red Devils opened the scoring in the first few moments of the game, but Barrie came right back to tie the game. The Bantams would take the lead for good just before the first period ended. The defensive core of Carden Guerin, Connor Kennedy, Zach Uens, Keegan Hunt, Derrick Vos and Cameron Supryka limited the offensive chances for Barrie and stymied the most potent offence in the ETA. Brennan Bush was in net for the victory and made some key saves early on to keep the Bantams in the game.

The CrossFit Belleville Bantams would win 4-1, tying the series 2-2 in front of a crazed fan base in Madoc, goals were scored by Cam-

eron Supryka, Michael Andrews (2) and Emmet Pierce while assists went to Derrick Vos, Emmet Pierce, Jake Campbell and Bailey Matthews.

This series has been a “homers” series as each home team has won all of the games and if the CrossFit Belleville Bantams were going to go to the OMHA’s through the front door they needed to win on Barrie’s turf. The Bantams struggled early in the opening moments of the game and found themselves trailing 1-0 early on. As they have done so many times before they battled back tying the game before the first period ended which seemed to give them some confidence and erased the nerves of a deciding game. In the second period the Red Devils would take the play to the Colts and lead 3-1 heading into the third period.

Barrie loaded up the line on the opening faceoff of the third period and were rewarded with a goal and now only trailed by one with over 18 minutes remaining in the game. Would this be a breaking point for the Bantams or an opportunity to showcase their efforts and make a statement to the ETA. There were several moments of potential opportunity for panic (in the crowd anyways) but the boys played a completely controlled system and held their composure when Barrie was forcing the play.

The CrossFit Belleville Bantams would skate to a 3-2 win, a victory that sent them straight to the OMHA Championships on March 11 – 13 in Barrie. The goals were scored by Bailey Matthews, Derrick Vos and Michael Andrews while assists went to Nolan Seto, Ryan Loiselle, Logan White (2), Emmet Pierce and Connor Kennedy.

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Midget Hawks advance to finals with 6-1 victory over South Bruce

By Brett Mann

Tweed – Tweed’s Midget C Hawks wrapped up their four-game semifinal series against the South Bruce Blades with a convincing 6-1 win at the Tweed Community Arena last weekend. They now advance to the finals facing “either Dresden or Port Dover,” said head coach Brad Thompson. Despite the one-sided score in the final game, the Blades were “no slouches,” he remarked.

“They gave us four good games. The second game was tied 3-3 and we knew we were in a tough contest.”

The Hawks won one game and tied another on the road before returning to Tweed for game three on Friday night.

“Last night we were not at our best,” said Thompson noting the series could easily be tied if not for the good goaltending of Jake Cockins. “We had our top centre Joel Albert hurt and that was a big loss. Another kid, Anthony Smith came up from defence.”

Forward Ty Tebo turned in a fine Hawks Midget C head coach Brad Thompson (far left) and team celebrate a 6-1 semi-final victory against the South Bruce Blades last weekend. The Hawks, performance in the final game. “We were double-shifting him a lot and he winners of last year’s Midget OMHA championship now advance to the finals playing against either Dresden or Port Dover.

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Cockins was robbed of a shutout by a Blades’ goal in the third period.

Kurtis Giles opened up the scoring for Tweed early in the first period.

D’Arcy Thompson added another point near the end of the period.

Nate Broek increased the Hawks’ lead in the second period . Three Hawks’ goals in the third period by Jake Yohn, Nate Broek and Ty Tebo put a win out of reach for the Blades.

Both teams were scrappy and the Hawks rang up an impressive 46 minutes in penalties including three 10-minute misconduct calls for inciting fighting, two of them from Anthony Smith who also received a game misconduct penalty for two misconduct calls in the same game. The South Bruce Blades responded with 36 penalty minutes including two 10 misconducts for inciting and a game misconduct.

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By Stephen Petrick Belleville -- Ontario’s Minister of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs held a roundtable session at Belleville City Hall on Monday, March 7, with the hope of addressing a serious problem affecting small communities; the high number of young people who move

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Minister Jeff Leal walked in at 4:45 p.m. and was greeted by several young people and municipal leaders from across the region, including Stirling Mayor Rodney Cooney, Tweed Mayor Jo-Anne Albert and Belleville Mayor Taso Christopher.

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“This is a listening exercise,” he said. “It’s to chat with them and get a sense of what their goals are, what their aspirations are.”

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The Shamrocks campaign started on Tuesday, March 1, when Gleaners held a display at the Quinte Mall. There, one prize winner was already named, as Ted Cavanaugh was the winner of a gift basket.

Gleaners will also be at the Quinte Mall on Thursday, March 17 to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. An Irish dance display will take place at the Kindness Court at noon and the event will follow with live music.

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100 Women Who Care group pledges $17,700 for Bridge Street United Church

By Stephen Petrick Belleville ­– For the sake of accuracy, the 100 Women Who Care Quinte group may have to change its name.

Well over 100 women came out to the group’s third meeting at The Stache Sports Bar and Nightclub on Wednesday, March 2, to hear presentations from three charities requesting support.

In the end, the women voted to support Bridge Street United Church’s Food Ministry program.

With 126 individual women and 51 teams of four women in attendance, the group expected to be able to donate $17,700 to the church. It’s money that’s well needed, as Bridge Street runs its Inn from the Cold meal program through

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“Oh my goodness, this has exceeded our expectations,” said Tawnya Smith, one of the organizers for 100 Women Who Care Quinte. She pointed out that the group’s banners on display use the term “100 +” now to credit the group’s growing popularity.

The group meets quarterly and chooses a charity to support at each meeting. The women are then asked to write a cheque for $100 to the charity that’s selected, based on a vote. Women can join the club as an individual or as a team of four. Those who are part of a team can donate $25 each, but the team only gets one vote.

The 100 Women Who Care group has grown steadily in a short period of time and has already made a huge impact on the community. Following the group’s first meeting in September, women donated about $13,000 to the Quinte West Community Centre, for youth programs.

At a meeting in late 2015, they raised about $16,000 for Links to Learning Resource Centre, a non-profit that provides education programs for children with disabilities. Joan Burton, of Links for Learning, attended Wednesday’s meeting to give a presentation on how the funds are helping her organization.

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the women, Smith said. That’s the most rewarding part of being part of the group, she said.

“It’s awesome when you do the cheque presentation and see the impact you’ve made,” she said.

The next meeting for the 100 Women Who Care group is expected to take place on June 8.

Meanwhile, a similar 100 Men Who Care Quinte group is also making an impact on the community.

The men met at The Belleville Club on Feb. 29 and voted to support Adam’s Hope, a non-profit organization that supports families in Quinte dealing with autism. The men expect to be able to donate $11,800 to the organization.

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Newspaper is still wrong EMS director apologizes to report charges for elderly reference Dear Editor (Re: How much coverage does a sex abuse case deserve?, March 3) Thank you for including the readers letters in the March 3, 2016 Quinte West News about this case. When I read the initial article, I too was shocked that your paper would elect to drag this individual through the mud based on charges only.

To make my point short, the readers are correct, you are not! The issue is not what this young lady has or has not done. She is innocent until proven guilty and she deserves her day in a court of law, period!

The recent trials of Jian Ghomeshi and Mike Duffy are clear examples of the fact that there are two sides to every story (the truth is found somewhere in between).

Thankfully, it is still the courts that determine this, not the police nor the media.

The defence you choose for the reckless reporting is a few quotes by Geneva Overholser about the need to inform the general public about sex offenders. Your defence is somewhat flawed in that within the same article Geneva Overholser states “ society has made progress when the truth is told....” In this case, the person has not even had her day in court to determine whether or not the truth has been told or to truthfully defend the charges against herself.

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ture, the game is to peruse a list of documented police charges from the previous day and then pick and choose whose name will be splashed all over newsprint and radio just to make news without any regards to the accused or the accused family’s reputation. Our local radio stations play the same pathetic game. I suspect if this person were the daughter or relative of a prominent member of the community we would not even be privy to this information. I would suggest that if your newspapers intent is to inform the public of the all the dangers within our society and those supposedly that are dangerous, your newspaper should print the entire list of police charges laid weekly.

This should then be followed up by the list of successful convictions for each charge laid. The media should not be allowed to pick and choose at their discretion whose name is in the paper and who is not based on charges only. If this cannot be done, only report on convicted cases. I would request your newspaper be more responsible with regards to the legal due process of this country. If this cannot be accomplished, please do not deliver your newspaper to my door as it will be on a direct flight to blue bin city while still in plastic sleeve.

Tim Mellor Trenton

(Editor’s Note – The following letter was sent by area EMS chief John O’Donnell in response to letters printed in these pages critical of a suggestion that an aging population is placing strain on local emergency medical services.)

Dear Mrs. Weeks, Thank you for taking the time to speak with me on Friday. I can’t imagine the tough times you have endured over the past few months and I feel absolutely terrible that I have in any way compounded your grief with my comments made to the reporters following our last committee meeting.

I hope you can understand that the comments, which I take full responsibility for, were in no way meant to offend you or anyone else.

After you explained your situation and how the comment was taken by you as a slight against our aging population I realize that my choice of wording was a poor one.

What I was trying to convey was that our paramedic service saw an increase of over 5 % in call volume from 2014 to 2015 and I want our elected officials to understand the care of our aging population is a paramount responsibility that we take very serious. The

ambulances in Hastings and Prince Edward County were dispatched on over 30,000 calls in 2015 and as everyone knows as we age our health care needs increase thus more need for improved resources to serve our seniors effectively.

I have worked in the ambulance service in Hastings County for 39 years and I have spent my career taking care of sick, injured and dying people. My job as Chief has shifted my responsibilities more to the administrative side of things and I really miss not being out on the road delivering hands on care but then again that is what happens when we get older even in the job world. I guess it doesn’t matter how old I get, I never get too old to learn something and you have taught me a valuable lesson. This lesson is to make sure I chose my words more carefully because inadvertently words can cause pain and I sure don’t want to do that to you or anyone else.

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The Good Earth: A top ten of top tens

In a recent column, I facetiously commented on how easy it would be to fill a month’s worth of columns with “Top ten” in the title.

I understand that many a Gentle Reader has already perused quite a few of those lists, beginning with the “Top ten list of well-intentioned but never realised New Year’s resolutions” as printed on Jan. 3 because the author had procrastination as number 6 and missed the Dec. 31 deadline.

It occurred to me, though, that perhaps I could present a top ten of top tens and get it all done in one massive effort, whilst keeping to my allotted column inches in the newspaper.

So, GR, here it is. To save space, imagine each heading to be preceded by “Dan’s Top Ten List of ...”

1. Trees: Bloodgood Japanese Maple (but unpruned and weaving its way through an over-story canopy), Serbian Spruce, any birch with exfoliating bark, Sugar Maples, Nannyberry (Viburnum lentago) trained as a standard, Red Oak, Manitoba Maple (really!), Hackberry, Swiss Stone Pine and

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White Pine.

2. Shrubs: Cardinal Red Twig Dogwood, Bridal Wreath Spirea, Centre Glow Ninebark, Lantana Mohican Viburnum, Bird’s Nest Spruce, Creeping Scot’s Pine, Japanese Garden Juniper, Bayberry, French Lilacs, and Blue Arctic Willow 3. Perennials: Rave On Heuchera, Guara (aka whirling butterflies), Asclepias (not as fond of the plant as I am of the butterflies it attracts), Black Beauty Bugbane, Firewitch Cheddar Pinks, Blue Emerald Ground Phlox, Tomato Soup Coneflower, Maiden Hair Fern, Paul’s Glory Hosta, and any fragrant lactiflora Peony.

4. Annuals: Marigolds (you’ll find them in my vegetable garden), Dusty Miller, Zinnias, Chrysanthemums, Balsam Impatiens, Bells of Ireland, Diamond Frost Euphorbia, Black-eyed Susan vine, Morning Glories, and Stocks, 5. Bulbs/tubers/ diggy things: Batik Iris, Black Surprise Gladiolus, Rembrandt Tulips, Shirley Tulip, After Dusk Dahlia, Picasso Calla Lily, Debbie Rhode’s Mom’s White Iris, any white or blue Hya-

cinth, and Horseradish.

6. Veggies: Yukon Gold potato, Sweet Million and Beefsteak tomatoes, Butter Crunch lettuce, Nantes carrots, Acorn squash, Sugar Snap peas, regular old green zucchini (sliced, seeds scooped out, barbecued with butter, bacon and sour cream garnish), onions of all kinds but the Spanish Walking onion is fun, (I’d like to say corn but the squirrels and raccoons get to it before the Clost clan does) and watermelon (so far the largest we’ve managed is softball sized.)

7. Water in the estate: recirculating fountains, bird baths, small rough surfaced stone for butterfly pools, bog tubs (any plastic container, think one gallon ice cream tub with holes punched in the bottom), reflecting pond, a whitenoise pond (large pump to make splashing sound to soften the ambiance of an urban evening), rain barrel or similar collection system, goldfish pond (better than koicheaper, they’re all called “Goldy” and you can feed local wildlife and family cats without too much dismay), a purpose-built running stream ( if you have the space and

the design fits your estate, and a natural stream or body of water.)

8. Gardening mistakes: Planting variegated goutweed, not pulling up a volunteer creeping bellflower plant, forgetting to plant portulaca, thinking I can grow petunias, pruning when I get around to it, not when the plant needs it, not making enough use of locally grown foods, getting trapped in the “everything must be done on the May 2-4 weekend” syndrome, not sharpening cutting tools (especially the lawnmower) often enough, planting American bittersweet on a property fence (neighbours weren’t overly fond of it on their side), and continually underestimating the mature size of my newest treasure from the nursery (on the upside, my arborist friends like me.)

9. Tips: a tablespoon of veggie oil in a rain barrel to control mosquitoes, bar soap for under fingernails before gardening, tough gardeners wear tough gloves, put the stake in when you plant, good fences do make good neighbours, plan your garden for a decade from now, plant a tree a decade ago or

Dan Clost today, whichever you can manage, best way to prune an overgrown rambler rose ... hire someone else, don’t plant what you can’t care for, best weed control for lawns is to grow good grass, and, it’s your garden, do what you want and make no apologies.

10. Roses: Glenora, Bonica, Graham Thomas, Morden Blush, Seafoam, The Fairy, Blanc Double de Couvert, Jens Munk, Hope for Humanity, and Chrysler Imperial Hybrid Tea.

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Roanoke, Virginia is “The Star City of the South”

By John M. Smith

I’ve been reading another John Grisham novel lately, and this one, “The Racketeer”, is set in Roanoke, Virginia. This particular locale is also the setting for today’s travel piece, for I recently spent some time in this beautiful city.

For snowbirds heading south on I-81, Roanoke makes a nice “pit stop” along the way. It’s often referred to as “The Star City of the South”, for a gigantic man-made star towers over this city, atop Mill Mountain, and this is the exact spot to go for a great overview of this entire valley area. Roanoke could also be said to be the recreational, cultural, and business hub of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, and this would be yet another reason for the nickname.

I, of course, just had to go up on Mill Mountain by the star and get that spectacular view. While up there, I met mayor David Bowers, and he bragged that this city of Roanoke is “one of the greatest places there is to live in the entire country.” He loves this area! Roanoke is southwest of Richmond, and it’s located right next to the longest linear park in the country, the awesome Blue Ridge Parkway.

In addition to its mammoth illuminated star, the city has many other worthwhile attractions, and I’m going to mention a half dozen of its best: Be sure to go to the downtown area and visit the City in the Square, for you’ll find aquariums, a butterfly deck, a theatre (Mill Mountain Theatre), several museums, and a rooftop overlook all in this one location.

And the museums found here are very worthwhile, for there’s the History Museum of Western Virginia, the Harrison Museum of African American Culture, and the Science Museum of Western Virginia. On the rooftop, in addition to the great view of the downtown area from the Atrium Overlook, I also found a Living Wall (an open-air green space), gardens, and a koi pond.

Another must-see in the downtown area, for art lovers, is the very modern Taubman Museum of Art, which houses more than 2,000 pieces in its permanent collection. It’s also worth visiting this facility simply to enjoy a meal in its contemporary café and to just to check out its unique, dazzling architecture. You’ll probably be amazed, as I was, by its intriguing atrium with its towering pole of stuffed animals.

Roanoke’s large star is located atop Mill Mountain.

A view of Roanoke, Virginia from Mill Mountain.

While in the downtown area, I’d also recommend a visit to the City Market Building, housing nine international food vendors. It’s located in the city’s historic market district, and it’s an easy stroll from there to Elmwood Park, the downtown park, where free concerts are offered on summer Sunday afternoons. I’d also recommend a walk along Roanoke’s ½ mile Railwalk, with its interactive signage, displays, and whistles that details the city’s railroad history.

The Railwalk will take you from the Market District to the Virginia Museum of Transportation, located in Roanoke’s historic Norfolk & Western Railway Freight Station. This fascinating museum has the largest collection of diesel locomotives in the South, and my favourite locomotive there was its powerful 1218 steam locomotive, which was built in a mere two weeks. This quick build wouldn’t happen today, would it? This mammoth locomotive was primarily used for hauling coal, so it was built tough. This museum also houses such other interesting objects as an old stagecoach, fire engine, and a 1943 Dodge Brothers school bus (and even school buses have gone through dramatic changes since that time).

While learning about the city’s rail history, I’d also recommend a visit to the O. Winston Link Museum, located in downtown Roanoke in a former passenger train station. This museum is dedicated to the railroad photography of renowned photographer O. Winston Link. His stunning photos clearly record the last years of steam power on the Norfolk & Western Railway, including a depiction of life along the railway. I particularly liked his many photos taken along the old Virginia Creeper Trail, for this rail line, no longer in use, has been converted into a recreational trail – and I have cycled this entire pathway (34 mi./57 km.) that’s located in the southwestern corner of the state (between White Top and Abingdon).

My last recommendation is to check out the historic

The 1218, a powerful steam locomotive, is now found in the Virginia Museum of Transportation in Roanoke.

Grandin Village, located just a couple of miles from downtown Roanoke. It’s nestled in a charming 1920s neighbourhood, and I found several interesting shops and restaurants there. I also found a restored theatre (the Grandin Theatre), and took in a movie. One of the interesting businesses that I discovered in this village was Black Dog Salvage, southwestern Virginia’s premier outlet for salvaged architectural elements and antiques.

They’re also involved in their own reality TV show, “Salvage Dawgs”, and have gained some additional notoriety through this.

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Small municipalities plan to spend big for better Internet connections

By Stephen Petrick

Hastings County -- Eastern Ontario municipalities are moving forward with a plan to make high-speed internet available virtually everywhere in the region, including some of the most remote parts of Hastings County.

The plan is estimated to cost anywhere from $180 to $200 million. It’s a staggering number even with the combined efforts of several municipalities, but it’s an important investment nonetheless, says Hastings County Chief Administrative Officer Jim Pine, one of the people behind the project.

He compared the task to similar projects carried out decades ago to bring electricity or telephone services to rural communities. High-speed Internet, he said, is essential for a community that wants to build a strong economy. He believes the plan could lead to 3,000 more fulltime jobs in Hastings County – or maybe an even greater number once big city business

owners learn they can work remotely from their county cottages.

“Before the end of this year, we want to have our business plan and proposals for the project into the federal and provincial governments,” said Pine.

“I’m really optimistic we’re putting together a good proposal.”

Pine is the co-lead for the Eastern Ontario Regional Network, a group founded by the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus to improve Internet connections in the region.

He noted that the cost won’t likely be totally absorbed by municipal taxpayers. The EORN is hoping to get both provincial and federal contributions, as well as private contributions, for the project.

The money would go to building several dozen new radio towers, fiber optic cable to connect them and other computing technology.

The idea is to fill gaps in the region where service is not great already. In Hastings

County that includes some areas in the northern region, but also some areas that are fairly urban, near Highway 401, Pine said.

He explained the plan would be to improve the bandwidth in the region so people can download big documents, or videos, from a home connection or even a mobile device.

The EORN has made progress on this movement, particularly with wireless connections, over the last several years, as a partnership with Xplornet Communications recently led to new satellites in the air to improve connections. But a recent study conducted by EORN, with help from telecommunications companies such as Bell and Telus, showed that the Eastern Ontario has several more gaps it needs to fill.

“We realized we had worse of a picture than we originally thought, which was good to know,” Pine said.

He said better connections are important not just for business reasons, but also for the sake

of emergency workers who communicate through mobile devices.

Pine thinks that point may help the EORN secure senior government funding.

“Eastern Ontario could be a really good test case for this

safety network,” he said.

He also explained why it’s necessary for the government to pay to have a big private telecommunications company set up infrastructure that will help them gather more customers in rural areas.

“It’s really pretty simple,” Pine said. “In parts of Eastern Ontario there’s a lot of empty space; it’s not very highly densely populated. Economically, there’s no business case for the private sector to go further than they have.”

Loyalist College presents $85,375 to 123 students Belleville – Loyalist College congratulated 123 students who received awards during the Spring Awards Reception on March 3 in The Student Link Lounge. Made possible by 30 donors, including 18 endowed funds, the awards total $85,375, bringing the total value of awards presented this year through the Awards Office to more than $507,000.

“Behind every award is a gracious donor and an appreciative student,” said Loyalist College President and CEO Maureen Piercy. “The longlasting impact of these awards is reflected in the success of our students who work tirelessly throughout the year.”

The Chris Noone Award is new to Loyalist and is given to a graduating Advertising and Marketing Communications student whose advertising and marketing communication skills have contributed to volunteer efforts benefiting the community. Mr. Noone graduated from Loyalist’s Advertising program in 1998.

“I consider volunteering to be a way of life,” said Mary Adeyanju, an international student from Nigeria and the inaugural recipient of the Chris Noone Award. “I say this because through volunteerism, we are given the opportunity to

make a positive impact on a person’s life.”

Second-year Business Administration student Ellen Marrisett is the recipient of the Young Entrepreneur Award provided by the Select Referral Team. This award acknowledges a student’s entrepreneurial spirit.

“This award gives me the confidence to expand my networking skills,” said Ellen. “I look forward to meeting new people and enhancing my business career. I have this award to thank for the motivation.”

Alex Hoftyzer, a second-year Customs Border Services student, is the recipient of the Bob Michaud Award. This award is provided by the Rotary Club of Belleville in memory of former Rotarian Bob Michaud. It is presented to a student who has displayed outstanding sportsmanship, leadership and entrepreneurial skills.

“Mr. Michaud was an excellent role model to all in the Belleville and Quinte area and was the kind of man that I strive to be,” said Alex. “I have never done volunteer work for the recognition, but knowing that someone sees and appreciates it is very encouraging. It pushes me to continue to give my time and effort to help the community.”

Colborne man guilty in $6M drug bust A Colborne man charged with smuggling millions of dollars worth of drugs in a tractor trailer across the U.S. border pleaded guilty to the charges recently in a Windsor courtroom.

Wayne Douglas Rutherford, 63, was caught at the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor driving a transport carrying more than $6 million dollars worth of cocaine and methamphetamine in Au-

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“I’m truly honoured,” said Smylie. “To be recognized by your business community and given a lifetime membership in your chamber of commerce is a great honour, I’m flattered to say the least.”

Smylie came to the Quinte West community 12 years ago and not only is he the owner of Smylie’s Your Independent Grocer, he has volunteered and left an impact on the community. Smylie has been involved with the Rotary Club of Trenton, President of the Quinte West Chamber of Commerce, Chair of the Trenton Military Family Resource Centre and Chair of the Trenton Memoiral Hospital Foundation, to name a few.

Smylie was appointed as the Honorary Colonel for 436(t)

squadrom in 2010 and is currently cochair of Our TMH, Trenton Memorial Hospital’s advocacy committee. He said it’s been very important for him to make the community a better place and to give back and support the community that supports him.

“It’s quite rewarding, I’ve really enjoyed being active in this community,” Smylie said. “This is by far the best community I’ve ever lived in.”

Smylie said some of his highlights have been working as the president of the chamber, being the chair of the Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation and the achievements of the Our TMH committee.

“John has had a huge impact on Quinte West and the business community here,” said chamber manager Suzanne Andrews. “He has been awarded numerous awards because of the excellence he has shown in the running of his business, the time and dedication he has given to community causes and the leadership he has shared while on the board of numerous organizations.”

The Honorary Life Time Membership is awarded to local business people that have given their time and expertise freely over the years to contribute to the growth of the community. Past recipients include Lt. General Howard Graham, Dr. W.A.L. McDonald, Wilf Wilkinson, Ian Darling, Doug Whitley, Eban James Sr., Phil Panelas, Paul Tripp, Peter Davis, Rob Brown, Hugh O’Neil, Tom Kotsovos and John Williams.

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*O.A.C. All applicable taxes, electronics disposal or recycling fees where applicable and a processing fee of $89.95 (Eg. $1500 purchase with $89.95 PF equals an APR of 4.0%) are due 13 months from the date of purchase. For 26 month option; total purchase including all applicable taxes, electronics disposal or recycling fees where applicable and a processing fee of $89.95 (eg. $1500 purchase with $89.95 PF equals an APR of 2.0%) is divided into 26 equal monthly payments. All items available while quantities last. Prices, terms and conditions may vary according to region. Selection may vary from store to store. No extra charge for delivery on most items if purchase amount, before taxes and any fees, is $498 or more. See store for delivery included areas. Not applicable to previous purchases and markdown items. All first time buyers in Ontario must put down a 15% deposit on any financed pick-up purchase over $1,000. Electronics disposal or recycling fees may apply. See store for details.

Section B- Thursday, March 10, 2016 B11

MARCH

leons.ca

PLUS

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Section B - Thursday, March 10, 2016 B13

PLUS

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Hwy 401 & Glen Miller Rd. Trenton, Ontario Phone: (613) 394-3322 Fax: (613) 394-3324 Monday - Friday 10am-9pm Saturday 9-6 Sunday 11-5

*O.A.C. For 2 year option; All applicable taxes, electronics disposal or recycling fees where applicable and a processing fee of $89.95 (eg. $1500 purchase with $89.95 PF equals an APR of 3.0%) are due at the time of purchase. Balance is due February 2018. †For 50 month option all applicable taxes, electronics disposal or recycling fees where applicable and a processing fee of $89.95 (eg. $1500 purchase with $89.95 PF equals an APR of 3.0%) are due at time of purchase; balance is divided into 50 equal monthly payments. All items available while quantities last. Prices, terms and conditions may vary according to region. Selection may vary from store to store. Not applicable to previous purchases and markdown items. All first time buyers in Ontario must put down a 15% deposit on any financed pick-up purchase over $1,000. Electronics disposal or recycling fees may apply. All online finance purchasers must put down a 15% deposit on any purchase. Custom orders require 25% deposit. **No extra charge for delivery on most items if purchase amount, before taxes and any fees, is $498 or more. *Scratch and Save on Regular priced items, cannot be combined with other promotional offers.

See store for delivery included areas. See store for details.

B14 Section B - Thursday, March 10, 2016

1699

$

HWY 33 TRENT RIVER

GLEN MILLER ROAD

“Having a car I can rely on is the most important thing."

-Vannessa W., Courtice ON, Real Kia Owner

MADE FOR

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“ My sister and niece love my Sorento so much they both bought one as well.”

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-Mary -Mary R., R., Edmonton Edmonton AB, AB, Real Real Kia Kia Owner O w ner

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Go to kia.ca/peoplelikeyou to hear more owners’ stories.

Offer(s) available on select new 2015/2016 models through participating dealers to qualified retail customers who take delivery from March 1 to 31, 2016. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. See dealer for complete details. Vehicles shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All offers are subject to change without notice. All pricing and payments include delivery and destination fees up to $1,725, $5 OMVIC fee, $29 tire fee, and $100 A/C charge (where applicable). Excludes other taxes, licensing, PPSA, registration, insurance, variable dealer administration fees, fuel-fill charges up to $100, and down payment (if applicable and unless otherwise specified). Other lease and financing options also available. Φ0% financing for up to 60 months plus up to $4,000 discount available on select 2015/2016 models. Discount is deducted from the negotiated purchase/lease price before taxes. Maximum $4,000 (including $500 competitive bonus**) discount is offered on a new 2016 Forte Sedan LX MT (F0541G) only. Certain conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. Representative Financing Example: Financing offer available on approved credit (OAC), on a new 2016 Forte Sedan LX MT (F0541G) with a selling price of $17,574 is based on monthly payments of $226 for 60 months at 0% with a $0 down payment and first monthly payment due at finance inception. Offer also includes $4,000 discount (loan credit and $500 Competitive Bonus**). Other taxes, registration, insurance and licensing fees are excluded. *Cash Purchase Price for the new 2016 Forte Sedan LX MT (F0541G) is $12,574 and includes a cash discount of $5,000 (including $500 competitive bonus**). Dealer may sell for less. Other taxes, registration, insurance and licensing fees are excluded. Cash discounts vary by model and trim and are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. **$500 Competitive Bonus offer available on the retail purchase/lease of any new 2016 Forte, 2016 Sorento, 2016 Sportage, 2016 Optima and 2016 Optima Hybrid from participating dealers between March 1 to 31, 2016 upon proof of current ownership/lease of a select competitive vehicle. Competitive models include specific VW, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Hyundai, Honda, GM, Ford, Jeep, Pontiac, Suzuki, Saturn, Chrysler, Chevrolet, Subaru, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, Land Rover, Infiniti, Acura, Audi, Lincoln, Volvo and Buick vehicles. Some conditions apply. See your dealer or kia.ca for complete details. ≠Representative Leasing Example: Lease offer available on approved credit (OAC), on the 2016 Sorento LX 2.4L FWD (SR75AG)/2016 Soul LX MT (S0551G) with a selling price of $29,354/$18,954 (includes $500/$0 lease credit discount) is based on a total number of 130 bi-weekly payments of $133/$78 for 60 months at 1.9%/0.9%, with $0 security deposit, $1,950/$850 down payment and first monthly payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation $17,287/$10,186 with the option to purchase at the end of the term for $11,435/$8,514. Lease has 16,000 km/yr allowance (other packages available and $0.12/km for excess kilometres). ‡Model shown Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price for 2016 Sorento SX Turbo AWD (SR75IG)/2016 Forte SX AT (FO748G)/2016 Soul SX Luxury (SO758G) is $42,095/$26,695/$27,495. The Bluetooth® wordmark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. The Kia Soul/Sorento received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among compact multi-purpose vehicles/midsize SUVs in the proprietary J.D. Power 2015 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 84,367 U.S. new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of U.S. owners surveyed from February to May 2015. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. ALG is the industry benchmark for residual values and depreciation data, www.alg.com. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). Information in this advertisement is believed to be accurate at the time of printing. For more information on our 5-year warranty coverage, visit kia.ca or call us at 1-877-542-2886. Kia is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation.

Section B - Thursday, March 10, 2016 B15

613-475-3621

(in Quinte West area)

ANNOUNCEMENT

ANNOUNCEMENT

Y BUY NU AUTO SALES

Light vehicle maintenance, brake jobs, tune-ups, wheel bearings, engine service $75/hour 613-394-1514 17236 Hwy 2 West 1 km west of Walmart Trenton www.ybuynu.ca

ENGAGEMENT

ENGAGEMENT

JACK & JILL

WANTED Buying Comic Books. Old comic books in the house?

Turn them into cash today.

My hobby, your gain. kentscomics@yahoo.ca 613-539-9617.

Standing timber, hard maple, soft maple, red and white oak, etc. Quality workmanship guaranteed.

519-777-8632 .

Wanted: Standing timber, mature hard/softwood.

Also wanted, natural stone, cubicle or flat, any size. 613-968-5182.

MORTGAGES Tax Free Money is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime.

Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call anytime 1-800-814-2578 or 905-361-1153. Apply online www.captialdirect.ca.

KENNY PAYNE & JENNELLE SLEEMAN

FOR SALE

AIR COND. HALL For receptions, weddings, etc.

Catering & bar facilities available.

Wheelchair accessible.

CL443017 CL460544

MARCH 12, 2016 • 7:00 PM BRIGHTON LEGION TICKETS AVALIBLE AT DOOR $5.00 EA

ANNOUNCEMENT

BRIGHTON LEGION BR 100

(613) 475-1044

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

pellet stove clearance from

$1750.00 each 3 models to choose from While supplies last

call

Drummond BMr

Hwy #7 East, Marmora • 613.472-2628 B16 Section B - Thursday, March 10, 2016

Store for Rent, 11 Main Street Warkworth, available April 1, $850/mnth, utilities included. Bernie 416-845-6124

WANTED

WANTED - WANTED

(Scrap or unwanted) Cars, Trucks, Vans or Farm Tractors, etc. for scrap recycling. Cash Paid.

Pick up from Norwood to Tweed to Belleville.

613-847-9467

Sell it fast!

613-966-2034

CARD OF THANKS

Springbrook area. 1 bedroom ground floor, furnished apartment.

Livingroom with fireplace, galley kitchen, 1 bathroom, large deck. $700/month, heat and hydro included. Seniors welcome.

No smoking.

613-743-9137.

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CARD OF THANKS

Card of Thanks

The family of the late Lyle Thomas Honey would like to thank everyone for their love and support shown to us during our time of loss.

We are truly grateful for the generous donations, sympathy cards, lovely flowers and delicious food.

A very special thank you to Dr. P. Stratford, nurses and staff at Northumberland Hills Hospital, especially in restorative and palliative care.

We also wish to extend our gratitude to MacCoubrey Funeral Home, Rev. A. Hobbs, the pianist and community for the service and reception at Eden United Church.

Lyle will be missed forever, but he will remain in the hearts of all who shared their grief during this difficult time.

With much love from The Honey Family.

COMING EVENTS

COMING EVENTS

FRANKFORD MINOR SOFTBALL REGISTRATIONS

TRENTON ARENA: Sat March 12 • 8am-3pm FRANKFORD ARENA: Sat March 19 • 10am-1pm Wed March 23 • 6pm-8pm Sat April 2 • 10am-1am

T-Ball & Jr Mite $50.00 Mite & Squirt $100.00 PeeWee & Bantam $120.00

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REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE WATERFRONT CITY OF OTTAWA 1,300 ACRES 3000 FEET ON OTTAWA RIVER

1-613-797-9109

INFO@KINGDONHOLDINGS.COM OBITUARY

OBITUARY

GRAWBERG, Daniel - Passed away February 27, 2016. There will be no service.

Celebration of Life to be held on March 12, 2016 at the Duke of Edinburg, 187 Front St. Belleville from 1pm - 4 pm.

He will be buried April 16 at 1:00 pm in Castleton near his mother Dea.

DEATH NOTICE

DEATH NOTICE

SWITZER, James Roy (Jim) Passed away at his home on Sunday March 6th, 2016. Jim Switzer, of Shannonville in his 60th year. Son of the late James & Barbara Switzer. Loving husband of 27 years to Linda (nee Sanders). Dear father of James (Patti) of Millbrook, Wes of Belleville, Matthew at Home and Nathan of Trenton. Survived by his sisters Suzette Mayling (Alex) of Roblin, Nancy Muise (John) of Calgary, Helen Millar (Chris), Marion Lisk (Andy) of Stockdale, Pauline Vardy (Murray) of Trenton, and his brothers Steve (Tara) of Tweed and Richard of Madoc. Jim will also be missed by his grandchildren Lexi, June, Troy and Ainsley. Following cremation, Memorial Services will be held at BELLEVILLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL LTD 68 N. Front St. Belleville (613-968-5080) on Friday, March 11th, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. (with visitation two hours prior from 12-2 p.m.). If desired, donations to the Belleville General Hospital Oncology Department would be appreciated.

Online condolences www.rushnellfamilyservices.com

Visit us online www.InsideBelleville.com

LOST & FOUND Lost: Tempo Guitar, trying to locate a red sunburst tempo electric guitar. Triangular black case with green lining, solid body, 2 pickups, chrome finger guard.

Mid-life crisis.

Would like to purchase.

Last dealt in Campbellford area. 705-778-7328

DEATH NOTICE

TRAVEL/VACAT/COTTG Real Estate. NW Montana.

Tu n g s t e n h o l d i n g s . c o m 406-293-3714.

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DEATH NOTICE

WILCE, Carl Arthurm - Peacefully at his home on Friday February 26th, 2016 in his 89th year. Carl was the first born son of Frank Wilce and Gwendolyn Pezzack. Beloved partner of Pat Johnston and missed by her family Barbara (the late George Johnston), Dana (Janice) and their children Kristina and Jocelyn. Loving brother of Albert (the late Donna Chapman), Madeline Lee (Ward “Joe”), Annie (the late Bill Hartford) and Betty (the late Ken Hirst and late Earl McBride).

Pre-deceased by brothers, Roy (the late Jean Steenburg) and Charlie (Frances) and sister, Dorothy (the late Cecil Dale and the late Elred Eddy). He will be dearly missed by nieces and nephews, Colleen, Randy, Andy, Brenda, Kevin, Alan, Mary-Ann, Peter, David, Beverley, Dan, John, Chris, Robert, James, Kathaleen, Katherine, Karen, Gerald (Pete), Frank (Sam), and Ralph and many great nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

Friends are invited to attend visitation on Monday February 29th from 6-8 pm. at Eden United Church and from 12:30 - 2 pm. on Tuesday March 1st, followed by a funeral service at 2 pm. Interment in Shiloh Cemetery in the Spring. If desired, Carl has suggested that a memorial donation be made to Shiloh United Memorial Church or to Heritage United Church-Dundonald Hall.

Carl’s family would like to thank everyone for their support during a difficult time. Your prayers, cards, calls, messages and visits to Carl were much appreciated. Condolences received at www.MacCoubrey.com

EVANS, Levi Albert - Peacefully at Northumberland Hills Hospital on Tuesday March 1, 2016 at the age of 73, with family at his side. Husband of Doris (nee Barrett).

Loving father of Angie Evans and Michael Evans (Cindie). Proud grandfather of Noah and Liam Evans. Brother of Sandy Evans (Esther), Ruby Evans-Shaw, Peter Evans (Irene) and the late Nina Campbell. Brotherin-law of Paul Campbell. A Celebration of Life will be held at MacCoubrey Funeral Home 11 King St.W., Colborne on Saturday March 5, 2016 from 2 to 4 pm. The family wishes to extend a special thank you for the care and compassion shown by Dr. David Moorsom and the staff at Northumberland Hills Hospital. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Palliative Care Unit at Northumberland Hills Hospital. Condolences received at www.MacCoubrey.com.

PLEASE NOTE: BOOKING DEADLINE FOR ADS IS MONDAYS AT 3 P.M.

Diabetic

Ingrown or fungus problems?

Need toe nails trimmed by a professional RN with over 20 yrs experience.

WILL COME TO YOU. $30/person.

FOR RENT 2 bedroom house, centrally located between Belleville and Picton. No pets. $700/month plus utilities.

First, last and references required. To apply call 613-813-4582.

Ads can be placed by calling 613-966-2034 ext. 560 or 1-888-967-3237

Carpet, laminate, hardwood flooring deals. 12 mm laminate installed with free pad $2.29/sq. ft.; engineered will be closed Saturday hardwood $2.49/sq ft.; Free February 27 and reopen shop at home service.

Monday, March 14. saillianflooring.com 1-800-578-0497, Gospel Sing, Chapel of 905-373-2260. the Good Shepherd, 513 Ashley St., Foxboro, Horizon treadmill, very March 19, 6:30 pm. Lunch good, $500; Woods all fridge, working good, after. Come join us. $200; La-Z-Boy rocker/recliner, $150.

613-475-2842.

BELMONT ENGINE REPAIR AND MARINE

COMMERCIAL RENT

CLR666408/0225

FITNESS & HEALTH

FOR SALE

CL460541

COMING EVENTS

$15.60

+HST 75 words, 25 cents per additional word. Border is $5.00 extra.

For more information or to place your In Memoriam, please call

613-966-2034 ext. 560

FOR SALE

www.pradacourt.com

Kenmau Ltd.

Central Boiler outdoor furnaCes

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Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear.

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6,400

$

The Furnace Broker Godfrey, on | 613-539-9073

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Rose Home

7 NORTH TRENT ST. FRANKFORD

FARM

NEW & USED APPLIANCES

Twin Sisters Hive & Honey Products 231 Frankford Road, Stirling 613-827-7277 Limited 2016 Winter Store Hours (one day/ month) for bulk and packaged honey, beeswax skin cream, candles and more.

Bring your containers to stock up on liquid honey for the rest of the winter, or buy off the shelf.

OPEN:

Saturday, March 26, 10 am - 2 pm Reopening May 7, 2016, Saturdays, 10 am - 4 pm.

STIRLING (North St) 1 Bedroom available immediately.

Great location in downtown Stirling. $575.00/mth plus hydro.

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EVANS – In loving memory of my husband, John David Evans, who passed away March 16, 1998.

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Sadly missed by wife Jean and family

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SMITH, Bradley, March 11, 2000 There is a corner in our heart we keep it just for you, As long as life and memories last we will always think of you.

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CHAMBERS, Gordon Martin Peacefully at the Kingston General Hospital on Friday, March 4th, 2016, age 78 years.

Gordon Chambers of Brighton, son of the late Joseph and Margaret Chambers.

Loving husband of Denise (Alie). Dear father of Catherine Cichanowicz (Raymond), Laura Chambers, Steven Chambers (Megan) and Ronald Chambers. Brother of Edward Chambers (Betty). Sadly missed by his eleven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A Celebration of Gordon’s Life will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements in care of the Brighton Funeral Home (613-475-2121). www.rushnellfamilyservices.com.

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FOLEY, Harold Benedict Peacefully at the Trenton Memorial Hospital on Monday, February 15, 2016, age 81 years. Harold Foley of Brighton, son of the late James Foley and the late Mary Agnes (Mahoney). Loving husband of Mary (Marshall). Dear father of Jim Foley (Linda) of Waterloo, Louise Nichols (Dave) of Markham, and Sheila Foley of Halifax. Predeceased by his sisters Marion LeVasseur (Bert), Ella Boyle (Earl), Monica and Bernadette Foley, and brothers Joe, Desmond, and Frank Foley. Survived by his sisters-in-law Frances Foley of Peterborough, and Beverly Foley of Ottawa.

Sadly missed by his grandchildren Alex, Melanie, Marina, Tara, and his many nieces and nephews. The family received friends at the Brighton Funeral Home, 130 Main Street, Brighton (613-475-2121) on Thursday, February 18, 2016 from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass was held at Holy Angels Catholic Church, 40 Centre St. Brighton on Friday, February 19, 2016 at 11 a.m. Spring interment Mount Hope Cemetery, Brighton. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Community Care Access Centre, or St. Vincent de Paul, would be appreciated by the family. www.rushnellfamilyservices.com.

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Notice of Annual General Meeting Notice is hereby given that the 62nd annual meeting of QuintEssential Credit Union Limited will be held at the Trent Port Marina, 15 Creswell Drive, Trenton, Ontario at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, 22nd March 2016. The registration is to commence at 6:30 p.m.

Experienced Water Jet Operator needed Full Time hours Shift Work, Salary to be negotiated

The purpose of the meeting is for the Board to place before the members: • the audited financial statements of the credit union; • the report of the auditor; • the report of the audit committee; • such further information respecting the financial position of the credit union and the results of its operations as the Board determines should be presented to the members.

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The meeting will also consider, as special business, amendments to the Credit Union’s by-laws to: • expand the Credit Union’s bond of association to include anyone

resident or employed anywhere in Ontario; • extend the term limit for directors to four consecutive terms or 12

consecutive years since the director’s first election to the Board; • provide a method for resolving ties in director elections; • increase the size of the audit committee to four directors and providing that the Chair of the Board appoints the Chair of the audit

committee; • provide that notice of meetings of the patronage shareholders may be given, in certain circumstances, in the name way and notice is

given of membership meetings; • clarify the entitlement of members to copies of the Credit Union’s

financial statements.

Copies of the full text of the proposed by-law amendments are available upon request at any branch of the Credit Union.

A document package containing copies of the financial statements, reports of the audit committee, the auditor and the loan officer shall be available at the meeting and at the offices of the Credit Union on March 11th.

Dated at the City of Belleville, the County of Hastings, the 23rd of February, 2016.

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MUNICIPALITY OF BRIGHTON EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY TEMPORARY FULL TIME PARKS SEASONAL LABOURER/OPERATOR The Municipality of Brighton is accepting applications for Temporary Parks Seasonal Labourer/Operators. Reporting to the Director of Parks and Recreation, you will maintain municipal properties including parks, gardens, sports fields, trails and boat launches and perform custodial duties at municipal facilities.

Responsibilities • Carry out general maintenance and custodial duties at municipal parks, gardens, sports fields, boat launches and facilities • Operate and maintain various equipment including lawn cutting equipment and ball diamond tractor • Weekend ball diamond maintenance and set up • Other duties as assigned General Abilities • Ontario Secondary School diploma • Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License • Physically fit • Working knowledge of grounds maintenance equipment operation • Experience using small tools, lawn and garden equipment • Able to work evenings and weekends • Knowledge of Health and Safety procedures • Good customer service skills 1- Start Date: April 11, 2016; End Date: October 21, 2016 2- Start Date: May 2, 2016; End Date: November 18, 2016 Hours: 40 hours per week includes weekend work.

Pay Rate: CUPE Band 5 To apply: Submit a completed Application Form to hr@brighton.ca by noon, March 21, 2016. Forms can be downloaded from www.brighton.ca/ employmentopportunities or are available at the Municipal Office, 35 Alice Street, Brighton.

The Municipality of Brighton wishes to acknowledge and thank all candidates for your interest in responding to this posting, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information and any supporting material is obtained and used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Alternate formats of job postings and accommodations are available upon request to support the participation of persons with disabilities in applying for jobs and during the interview and assessment process. If you require an accommodation email or phone Human Resources at 613-475-0670.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Drummond BMR has a part-time position available in our sales department.

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Friday, March 11th - 11am-12pm Belleville Public Library and John M. Parrott Art Gallery 254 Pinnacle Street Belleville, Ontario K8N 3B1 Driving positions available $11.25/hr Car provided.

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Moira Place, a 128-bed, state-of-the-art Long Term Care Home located in the village of Tweed, is known for its caring and skilled staff and high standards of care. We currently have an opening for the position of:

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES SUPERVISOR Reporting to the Director of Environmental Services and the Administrator, you will be responsible for the overall operation of the Maintenance, Housekeeping and Laundry departments achieving high standards of service, cleanliness, sanitation, safety and infection control as well as departmental policies, procedures, work routines and budget control. You will perform maintenance of equipment and work closely with contracted service providers. Develop and maintain relationships with the ability to lead and motivate staff. Records management, statistical reporting and legislative compliance are key components.

Qualifications: • Must have a post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field • Minimum of two years supervisory, experience in a Retirement Home or Long-Term Care setting preferred • Knowledge of evidence-based practices/ prevailing practices relating to housekeeping, laundry and maintenance an asset • Working knowledge of HVAC systems /equipment, computerized building management systems, electrical systems, fire/life safety systems relevant codes and legislative requirements is preferred • Familiarity with Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Occupational Health and Safety is required, as are computing skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office • Composure, sound judgement, and the ability to lead a team are essential • Flexibility and ability to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances • Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills

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METROLAND MEDIA AUCTIONS AUCTION SALE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 AT 5:00 P.M. DOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE A number of pieces of teak furniture including teak dining table/2 leaves, 6 chairs & matching teak sideboard, china cabinet with glass on 3 sides, chesterfield & chair, teak chair/matching stool, teak stacking tables, teak double bed with matching dresser/mirror, chest of drawers & night table, hall table, 7 drawer chest of drawers, school desk, office chair, glass & china set of dishes, garden tool & numerous other pieces.

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ANNUAL SPRING CONSIGNMENT AUCTION FRIDAY MARCH 25, 2016 AT 9:00 A.M. DOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE

Early consignments to this annual spring consignment sale include Massey Ferguson 245 diesel 2wd tractor, Massey Harris 50 tractor/loader, Dion 3 beater left hand unload forage wagon on 12 ton running gear, John Deere 1600A 13 ft. centre swing mower conditioner, NH 477 haybine, MF #36 side delivery rake, Hesston 5530 hard core round baler, Gehl grinder mixer, Dion forage blower, Owatonna grinder mixer, New Idea 3 pth mower (belt driven), Cockshutt trail mower, Ferguson 5 bar side delivery hay rake, NI 3 pth rake, Gehl 1470 round baler, NH 268 square baler,Frontier 3 pth 48” box blade, Bush Hog 3 pth wood splitter, Ferguson 3 pth 2 furrow plough, Massey Ferguson 3 pth 8 ft. cultivator, International cultivator 13.5 ft./sweeps, pony harrows, MF #33 17 run seed drill with fertilizer & grass boxes, 10 ft. cultipacker, Bush Hog model RZ60 3 pth (5 ft.) rotary mower, 3 pth post hole auger, McKee Snolander model 620 ( 82”) 3 pth snow blower, Ford 3 pth 6 ft. scraper blade, utility trailer, 3 pth snowblower, 3 pth dump scoop, 3 pth pto driven cement mixer, Troy Bilt rear tine tiller, McCulloch model MC2042YT Automatic riding lawnmower with bagger and cover (excellent), Columbia 12 H.P. 38” cut riding lawnmower. Lawn Boy zero turn mower, Poulan Pro snowblower, 1983 Honda 3 wheeler, Morpower tiller (as is), Lawn roller, wheel barrows, garden wagon, Homelite “Super Mini” chain saw, Floor model drill press, welder, Foley automatic saw filer, Busy Bee 10” table saw, Craftsman 10” table saw, Craftsman radial arm saw, Trademaster jointer, Trademaster 15” thickness planer, truck mount air compressor, Chain link fence, corn crib wire roll. Assorted farm gates, shop tools.

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TWO DAY AUCTION THURSDAY, MARCH 10th @ 6:00 P.M. SATURDAY, MARCH 12th @ 10:00 A.M.

EVENTS BELLEVILLE

Tuesday, March 15, 7:30 pm, Hastings County Historical Society presents: Marc Sequin - History of Lighthouses in Eastern Lake Ontario and the Bay of Quinte. Maranatha, 100 College St. W, Belleville. Info: www.hastingshistory.ca Family Concert Fun: Live musical presentation, The Story Of Babar. 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM, Saturday March 19, Belleville Public Library’s John M. Parrott Art Gallery. Tickets $5.00 (under age 2, free) from the library. Bring a comfy cushion. Refreshments after the show Ostomy Support Group Monthly Meeting, Sunday March 13, 2PM, Rm. P10 in the Quinte Business Centre Building Loyalist College. All are welcome.

Annual Easter Egg sale, starting Thursday, March 10, Eastminster United Church. Eggs $1.75 each (Original and Caramel flavours). Pre-orders can be arranged by calling 613-969-5212 MARCH 14 General Meeting, Monday, 7:30 p.m. for Members of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 99, 132 Pinnacle St, coMPlete HeRD DiSPeRSAl SAle Belleville Saturday, March 12 • 12:00 noon Dance to Social and Ballroom music, at Kawartha Lakes Community Sale Barn Inc. Friday March 18. Quinte Ballroom Dance 580 Woodville Rd., Woodville, ON Club, Masonic Hall, corner of Foster and 2 kms east of Woodville!

Dundas, Belleville, 8pm to midnight. Light Approx. 180 head in this entire liquidation consisting of: lunch served. Cost $10.00/member couple 120 cows mostly Gelbvieh cross w/some Simmental influence (some and $20.00/guest couple. Couples only w/calves @ side), 24 replace. hfs, 40 stocker calves 600-700 lbs, Also please. Info: Don 613 392-7450. incl. are a high end purebred 2 yr old Char bull & an outstanding 2 yr old red Simmental bull. Both registered, polled & of Western descent! Plus, The monthly meeting of the Hastings a registered 2 yr. old Speckle Park bull & 2 commercial Speckle Park Manor Auxiliary, Wednesday, March 16, 12:45 p.m., Volunteer Education Centre cows w/calves & side. Herd is live vac & done w/Ivomec in Dec/Jan! on the main floor of the Hastings Manor..

For more information call: Sale Barn 705-439-4444 Kevin Barker 705-878-2947 • Bruce Woodrow 705-879-0507 TGIF Frozen Meal Distribution Every Friday, Bridge St. United Church, 60 Bridge Sale Managed & Sold by St. E. These nutritious, church-made & frozen meals can be picked up Fridays between 2 and 4 p.m. Register on first visit by showing I.D. for each meal you www.klcauction.ca pick up. No cost/no pre-ordering.

Food Addicts in Recovery AnonyAUCTION SALE mous, Wednesdays, 7 p.m., St. Columba POLLOCK / REGO AUCTION Presbyterian Church, 520 Bridge St E, Belleville for those suffering from over771 CLEVELAND ROAD, ELDORADO, ONTARIO eating, food obsession, under-eating, or SATURDAY MARCH 19TH AT 10:30 AM 13 miles NORTH of Madoc on Highway 62 and turn EAST onto Stoney bulimia. No dues or fees for members.

Info: Susan at 613-471-0228 or Hilly at Settlement Road for 2 miles and turn NORTH onto Cleveland Road.

Chapman Bros Billiard Supply 5’ x 10” slate bottom pool table and 613-354-6036 or visit foodaddicts.org. accessories ( to be removed); vintage maple butchers block, antique Open Door Café - Every Wednesday chest of drawers , antique dressers, vintage electoral map of Ontario, from 11:30am to 1:00pm at Eastminster CPR rail lamps, oil lamps, wooden barrels, snow shoes, horse collars, United Church, 432 Bridge St. E, Belcopper pieces, 80 lb milk cans, vintage farm tools, taxidermy wolf leville. There is no cost for this hot meal rug, pony saddles, maple top table and chairs, living room furniture, however donations are gratefully accepted. beds, neon bar sign, Mozart upright piano, Magic chef bar fridge, For more info: 613 969-5212.

Frigidaire stacking washer/dryer, everyday dishes; TOOLS Stihl MS Mar 16 The Lady In The Van - A Quinte 17 chainsaw, Husqvarna 61 chainsaw, Power Fist gas powered water Film Alternative Great Movie Wednesday pump, electric cement mixer, Toro sidewalk snow blower, power lawn 20th Anniversary Season Presentation, 2 mower, 1980’s Evinrude 9.9 hp outboard motor, Ryobi metal cutting and 7:30 pm at the Empire Theatre. chop saw, sliding compound mitre saw, power tools, hand tools, The Drawing Room offers non-innumerous other articles. structional studio sessions, third ThursReason for sale- property is sold. day of each month, 2-4 p.m. in the third TERMS- CASH OR CHEQUE OWNER & AUCTIONEER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENT floor, John M. Parrott Art Gallery. Info: OR INJURY DAY OF SALE 613-968-6731 x2240 or e-mail gallery@ SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS bellevillelibrary.ca Plainfield 613-477-2082 Stroke Support Programs: Facilitated www.sullivanauctions.com survivor, caregiver, and couples support groups. All groups meet on a monthly Visit us online basis in Belleville. Info: Lee 613-969www.InsideBelleville.com 0130 ext. 5207

Warner’s Auction Hall 12927 Hwy 2, Just West of Colborne.

While we continue to work on Dr Sowa estate, we have other local estates we are working on. With mixture ant & modern home furnishings, china, glass, collectables, household articles. Each sale has something for everyone.

We are getting into household articles from the Sowa estate also, but still a large collection of home and garden decor pcs. We also came across for this week’s sale approx another 200 mini clocks depicting everything from all sports, all music, old cars, plans, crystals, etc. Some we have never seen before. Larger decorator pcs, bone, brass and glass pcs excell Regency style ant dining room all original in excell condition, living room furniture, dining room furniture, lamps, pictures, mirrors, the list goes on and on. Check out our website for updates and pictures of these two sales.

Terms: cash, cheque with I.D., Visa, M/C, Interac Gary Warner Auctioneer • 905-355-2106 www.warnersauction.com CELEBRATING 27 YEARS IN BUSINESS.

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Home Help & Home Maintenance support service (cleaning, meal prep, shopping, snow removal, etc). Fees arranged between the worker and client.

Info: Community Care for South Hastings Belleville at 613-969-0130 or Deseronto at 613-396-6591.

Tree Seedlings: order yours for spring 2016. Over 30 native species to choose from. Deciduous $1.25 each and evergreen $1.00 each. Contact Ewa Bednarczuk, Ecology & Stewardship Specialist at Lower Trent Conservation 613-394-3915 ext 252, ewa.bednarczuk@ltc.on.ca or order on-line at www.ltc.on.ca Meals on Wheels Belleville: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday a hot meal delivered to your door around noon.

Info: 613-969-0130 Monthly doodling sessions, 3rd Thursday of month. Bring your creations, tools of the trade, and share your creativity. Free sessions, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., John M. Parrott Art Gallery. Info: Rachel comeau_rachel@hotmail.com or www. facebook.com/groups/thedoodlegroup/ Diner’s Club, every Tuesday, 12-2 pm.

CrossRoads to Care, 470 Dundas St. E., Belleville $9/member. $10/non-member.

Reservations required. Call 613-969-0130 FISH & Chips, first and third Fridays of month in the Canteen, 4-6 p.m., The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 99, 132 Pinnacle St, Belleville. Age of majority Parent Support Group, Madoc, third Thursday of each month, 6:30-8pm, Autism Ontario/Autisme Ontario East & South East Region. Info: (613) 968-5554

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Alzheimer Society, Brighton caregiver support group meets the third Monday of every month, Applefest Lodge 2-4 P.M. For family and friends of someone with a dementia. Info: Sharon 613-394-5410 Apple Route Grannies meet the second Saturday of each month, Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church Hall, Prince Edward St, 9 a.m. Supporting the Stephen Lewis Foundation African Grannies. Info: 613-475-5260.

New Members: The PROBUS Club of Presqu’ile invites retired or semi-retired people (singles or couples) to our monthly meetings, third Wednesday every month, King Edward Park Community Centre, Brighton. 10 am – noon. Jean 613-4398869 or www.probusnorthumberland.com Trent Valley Quilters’ Guild, third Wednesday of month, King Edward Park Arena & Community Centre, 75 Elizabeth St, Brighton, 1:30 - 3:30 pm. All welcome.

Supper’s Ready, Trinity St Andrew’s United Church, every Wednesday, 5 pm.

A community meal for those for whom a free meal is a blessing. Donations welcome.

CAMPBELLFORD

Campbellford Salvation Army Thrift store offers a free hot lunch every Friday. Also, Silent Auction the last Friday of each month Continued on page B21

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Friday, March 11, 6 pm, Ham and Scalloped Potatoes Dinner, Odd Fellows Hall, Campbellford. Adults $13; Children under 8 $6. Wheelchair accessible. For tickets call 705-653-0072.

FootCare Clinic- 1st Fri, 2nd and 3rd Thurs Each Month Royal Canadian Legion. VON offers Basic, Advanced and Diabetic Foot Care (Fee for Service). For appointment call the VON at 1-888-2794866 ex 5346 Campbellford Legion Br 103, 34 Bridge St Campbellford, 705 653 2450.

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After the fundraising slog, the fun part is cutting cheques for United Way of Quinte

By Stephen Petrick

Last fall the Quinte community stepped up for the United Way, raising more than $2.1 million through its annual campaign.

Now it’s time for the United Way to release those funds back into the community.

The fundraising organization announced a community investment of $1.57 million. Of that money, $1,277,868 will be allocated to programs approved by the United Way of Quinte Board of Directors.

From the $1,277,868 investments, 34 per cent was allocated to programs that “help kids be all the can be,” 45 per cent will fund programs that “help people out of poverty and into possibility” and 21 per cent will “help build a strong and vibrant community.”

United Way of Quinte executive director Judi Gilbert said deciding who should get funding was an exhaust-

EVENTS

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HASTINGS

Hastings Legion, Saturday March 12, Dance to Cowboys Don’t Cry. 8 pm - 12 am. Over $5.00. Age of majority Jam Session, second Sunday of month, 2-6 pm. Bring your instrument or voice.

Everyone welcome. Hastings Legion.

Salvation Army Lunch, 11:30AM – 1:00PM on the 2nd and the 4th Friday of each month, Civic Centre, Hastings. Soup, sandwiches, salad, dessert, coffee, tea and juice. Everyone welcome

HAVELOCK

Havelock Seniors Club weekly events: Monday: Cribbage and Bid Euchre, 1pm. Tuesday: Shuffleboard, 1pm.

Wednesday: Carpet Bowling, 1pm and Euchre 7pm. Thursday: Bid Euchre, 1pm.

Friday: Euchre, 1pm Traditional Country Music Jam Session, Ol’ Town Hall, Havelock every Wednesday. The doors open at noon. Music at 1:00 pm. Bring along your instruments, your songbook and all your friends to cheer you on Diner’s Club, first and third Wednesday of each month, Havelock United Church, 12pm. $9.00. Info: 705-778-7831.

Mediums WANTED, Psychic Fair, Saturday, April 30-Sunday, May 1. Info: 705-778-7294 or fundraising@gmail.com Ladies’ Auxiliary Roast Chicken Dinner, Havelock Legion Branch 389, March 20, 4-7 pm. Adults $9.50, Seniors $8.50, Children 5-11 $5, 4 and under free.

ing process and it was handled by the United Way’s citizen review panel with help from staffers Amy Watkins and Brandi Hodge.

But, she and her staff are happy with the way it worked out as they believe the agencies receiving funding will address the United Way’s commitment to children, ending poverty and building strong communities.

“We’re thrilled with the breakdown of it,” Gilbert said. “It worked out that way because of the programs that requested funding.”

In total, 22 programs received funding in the “All that Kids Can Be Category.”

For instance, Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Hastings and Prince Edward Counties received funding for its one-on-one mentoring program, it’s Game On! & Go Girls program and in-school mentoring programs.

Twenty-four programs received funding in the “Poverty to Possibility” category. The Community Develop-

ment Council of Quinte was one of the beneficiaries, for its Community Gardens, Community Kitchens and Good Baby Box programs.

Fourteen more programs were funded in the “Healthy People Strong Communities” category.

Community Care organizations in Central Hastings and South Hastings received funding for several programs in this area, including Meals on Wheels.

An additional $47,750 will support non-profit agencies with small grants to work collaboratively with others in the non-profit sector.

Another $181,500 was also committed to other initiatives that support the community, such as the Good Backpack Program, which outfits more than 1,100 local students with back packs and school supplies at the start of each school year.

In addition, $65,000 was re-directed to other Canadian charities at the direct request of the organization’s do-

Wednesday of the month, 9:30am. Confidential. Free.

Madoc Diners: Monday, Mar 14, St John’s Anglican Church Hall, 115 Durham St N. Lunch at noon. Bring your own plate, cup, and cutlery. Opened to seniors and adults with physical disabilities. Call Community Care for Central Hastings 1-800-554-1564 to pre-register if not already a member of the Diner’s Program.

Line Dancing, Every Thurs. 10:30-11:30 am., St. John’s Anglican Church Hall, 115 Durham St. N. Madoc. Info: Carol Cooper 613-391-4271.

Madoc Blood Pressure Clinic: Wednesday, Mar 16, 47 Wellington St, Seniors Building, 9:30-11:30 AM. Open to seniors and adults with physical disabilities.

Call Community Care for Central Hastings 1-800-554-1564 to pre-register if not already a member of the Program.

mic, Marmora Community Centre Victoria St., Marmora, second Sunday of each month, 1-4:30 pm. Bring your talent & instruments Admission $5.00, entertainers free. Refreshments available. Dance area

MARMORA

2016 March Break Programs, Marmora & Lake Public Library. Info: go to www. marmoralibrary.ca. To register: library at 613 472-3122 or info@library.ca. March 15, 10:30-11:30, St. Patrick’s Day Story-time.

March 16, 5-7 pm, Family Games Night.

March 17, 10:30-12:30 Fun in the Kitchen (children grades 3-8). Dream it, Design it, Build It, March 18, 1:30-3 pm. March 19, 1-2pm, Magic 101 Workshop.

Marmora Crowe Valley Lions open mic, Marmora Community Centre Victoria St. Marmora, Mar. 13, 1-4.30 pm. Bring you talent & instruments Admission $5.00 entertainers free. Refreshments, LCBO, Door Prizes. Info: Leo Provost.

Brunch and Bake Sale, Marmora LeMADOC Caregiver Support Group, for family gion, Sunday, March 13, 9am-2pm. $9.50 and friends of a person with memory loss. adults, $4.50 children.

Madoc Arts Centre (230 Durham St), 3rd Marmora Crowe Valley Lions open B22 Section B - Thursday, March 10, 2016

NORWOOD

Asphodel-Norwood Historical Society will meet at the Norwood Legion, Tuesday, March 15 at 7:00 p.m.

The Norwood Beautification Committee Bid Euchre, the second Sunday of every month, 1 pm, Norwood Legion. Lunch will be available.

P.E. COUNTY

Mar 12, Sugarbush Photography Experience with Photographer Peggy deWitt. The $35 cost includes wine tasting and refreshments.

613-476-1099 or paperimages@bellnet.com. www.peggydewitt.com

STIRLING

Stirling Festival Theatre presents Shiver Me Timbers A Pirate Adventure!

Performed by the SFT Young Company.

March Break All seats $10. Info: 613-3952100 or www.stirlingfestivaltheatre.com Memory Boost: Brain activities, exercise, speakers, more. For people with early stage memory loss, their care partners and those worried about their memory: Rotary Train Station, 122 North St, Stirling, 2pm, 3rd Wed. of the month. Info: 613-962-0892. Free March 12 Stirling Club 55 and Over Moonshot euchre in Springbrook Hall at 1:00. Refreshments available, all welcome.

TRENTON

The Trenton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary monthly board meeting, Monday, March 14, 1:30 pm in the board room on the 2nd floor, TMH. All volunteers, those interested in volunteering and the public are invited

United Way of Quinte executive director Judi Gilbert is shown here at the grand unveiling celebration in January at which the United Way’s final fundraising tally was announced. Photo by Erin Stewart

nors.

The rest of the money from the $2.1 million fundraising haul represents administrative costs.

The United Way has seven full-time staff members who work out of its headquarters at 55 Harriett St. in Belleville.

Gilbert said 16.5 per cent of the United Way’s fundraising goes to administrative costs; a number she says is necessary for a professionally run fundraising campaign.

“We’re still very proud of our fundraising and admin fees,” she said. “We feel our donors recognize that in order to manage a campaign, and to be good stewards of their dollars, we have to have people who are experts in (fundraising).”

Gilbert said plans are already in the works for next year’s fundraising campaign. A campaign goal will be launched, as usual, in early September and the event is again expected to include a fun run.

to attend. For details contact: Karen White 613 965 0423 Trenton Al-Anon Family Group, every Wednesday, 8 p.m., Trenton United Church, 85 Dundas St. E. Trenton, Tel: 866-951-3711 Von Diners Lunch, Trenton Lion’s Hall, Mar 16, 12 pm. Hot meal cost $7.00. Free transportation can be arranged. Bring own plate, mug, and utensils. Call Jenniffer at 613-392-4181 ext 5326 to reserve.

Trenton Horticultural Society Thurs., March 17 - “Gardening with Native Plants” at Trenton United Church, 85 Dundas St.East at. 7 pm. New members welcome. www.trentonhortsociety.ca The Trenton Horticultural Society and Garden Club meets third Thursday of each month (except December, January, July and August). Refreshments. Garden Photo Contest. Trenton United Church, 85 Dundas St. E. trentonhorticulture@gmail.com Trenton VON Monday Mornings.

VON Foot Care Clinic: Basic, Advanced and Diabetic Foot Care (Fee for Service). For appointment call 1-888-279-4866 ex 5346

Community Health Centre, Tweed every third Tuesday of the month, 1:30 -3:30pm.

Nutritional info, cook, taste and take home leftovers. Info or to register (space is limited): the Dietitian at 613-478-1211 ext. 228.

Dance Exercise Class for everyone, every Wednesday, 9:30 - 10:30 am., Tweed Legion. Bring your water and yoga mats.

Info: 613-478-1824

TWEED

March’ Nutrition Month. Learn how to make small changes one meal at a time at Gateway CHC’ free Community Kitchen, March 15, 1:30-3:30pm. Info or to register (space is limited), contact the Dietitian at 613-478-1211.

March 17 join in the fun at the Tweed Legion. Drink specials, pool, darts, shuffleboard and fun. No admission fee. Open to everyone. Information 613-478-1865 Line Dancing, Every Tues., 10:30-11:30 am, Hungerford Hall, Tweed. Info: Carol Cooper 613-391-4271.

Free Community Kitchen, Gateway

TYENDINAGA

Diner’s Club, 3rd Thursday of month, Tyendinaga Community Centre, 12-2 pm. $7/member. $8/non-member. Reservations required. Call 613-396-6591 Meals on Wheels Deseronto: Tuesday through Friday a hot meal delivered to your door around noon, for more information call 613-396-6591

WARKWORTH

The community support group “Last Breath” two part series. Warkworth Town Hall and Arts Center, Tuesday March 22, a film screening and discussion of “A Will for the Woods” (Green Burials) and Tuesday April 19, a Die-alogues event with 3 guest speakers on green burials, eco-friendly burial and natural wooded burial grounds. 6:30-9 pm. $10/event. Pre-register at whisperingpinesstudios@gmail.com or 705-924-3763 Saturday, March 12 and Sunday March 13, 30th Annual Warkworth Maple Syrup Festival. Info: www.warkworthmaplesyrupfestival.ca Saturday, March 12 and Sunday March 13, 16th Annual Spirit of the Hills Art & Photography Show at the Ah! Arts & Heritage Centre. 35 Church St., Warkworth. http://spiritofthehills.org/ Harold & Carol Church Memorial Euchre Tournament, March 26, Warkworth Legion.

Register 12pm. Play 1 pm. 705-924-2007

Floorball vs Hockey It’s no secret Canadians love their hockey. Children often start at a young age and progress later into their teenage years with the ultimate dream to play professionally.

Hockey is expensive in NorthAmerica, with the average season costing more than $2000 for rep players under 10 years old, according to the Globe and Mail. More disturbing is the controversy on the safety of the game.

Concussions and roughness have been scrutinized in ice hockey over recent years with many rule changes over the last few years to make the game safer.

In Canada and 58 other countries around the world, there is another alternative to playing ice hockey that is safe, inexpensive, and technical in skill.

Floorball is an indoor team sport similar to ball hockey. The major differences between ice hockey and floorball is the rules of floorball do not allow high sticking or a lot of body contact so there is less chance of injury.

There are also no offsides, lengthy faceoffs, or heavy equipment making it a fast-paced sport with an emphasis on skill and speed. Floorball is played on a multisport surface, like a gym floor instead of an ice hockey rink. Sticks resemble the design of an ice hockey stick but are light and inexpensive.

Goaltenders play on their knees with minimum body protection for quick movements and don’t carry a stick.

But the two sports couldn’t be more alike. Floorball includes five-on-five plus a goaltender with the object to shoot the ball in the opponent’s goal which a few inches smaller than an ice hockey net. Rolling and unlimited line changes are used, plus many penalties are similar to ice hockey.

Players who know how to play hockey can learn floorball quickly when it comes to stickhandling and game understanding. Many players representing Team Canada at the Under 19 Women’s World Floorball Championships in May in Belleville, Ontario are originally hockey players.

Rachael Smith, future Team Canada prospect and NCAA Division 1 hockey player for Mercyhurst University in Pennsylvania, notices improvement with her hockey and floorball skills when she uses both sports to train.

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“What really helps with playing both hockey and floorball is how in floorball you need to have good stick handling skills to be able to weave around players,” said Smith. “It transfers to hockey because you use your hands to do the same thing in floorball, like a wrist shot, and it requires accurate control.”

Originally founded in Minnesota, floorball is primarily played in Scandinavian countries, but is growing in popularity in countries like Canada, United States, Jamaica, and many Asian and African countries due to safe hockey gameplay and how inexpensive it is to play. In Sweden, floorball players outnumber hockey players 3 to 1 with a total of 120,000 registered floorball players. Floorball is governed by the International Floorball Federation.

Sixteen of these countries will soon arrive in Belleville to play at the Under 19 Women’s World Floorball Championships. These players are the best players under 20 years old in the world, and the talent can be compared to the IIHF World Juniors hockey championships.

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Notice of Annual General Meeting Notice is hereby given that the 62nd annual meeting of QuintEssential Credit Union Limited will be held at the Trent Port Marina, 15 Creswell Drive, Trenton, Ontario at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, 22nd March 2016. The registration is to commence at 6:30 p.m.

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The purpose of the meeting is for the Board to place before the members: • the audited financial statements of the credit union; • the report of the auditor; • the report of the audit committee; • such further information respecting the financial position of the credit union and the results of its operations as the Board determines should be presented to the members.

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The meeting will also consider, as special business, amendments to the Credit Union’s by-laws to: • expand the Credit Union’s bond of association to include anyone

resident or employed anywhere in Ontario; • extend the term limit for directors to four consecutive terms or 12

consecutive years since the director’s first election to the Board; • provide a method for resolving ties in director elections; • increase the size of the audit committee to four directors and providing that the Chair of the Board appoints the Chair of the audit

committee; • provide that notice of meetings of the patronage shareholders may be given, in certain circumstances, in the name way and notice is

given of membership meetings; • clarify the entitlement of members to copies of the Credit Union’s

financial statements.

Copies of the full text of the proposed by-law amendments are available upon request at any branch of the Credit Union.

A document package containing copies of the financial statements, reports of the audit committee, the auditor and the loan officer shall be available at the meeting and at the offices of the Credit Union on March 11th.

Dated at the City of Belleville, the County of Hastings, the 23rd of February, 2016.

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Responsibilities • Carry out general maintenance and custodial duties at municipal parks, gardens, sports fields, boat launches and facilities • Operate and maintain various equipment including lawn cutting equipment and ball diamond tractor • Weekend ball diamond maintenance and set up • Other duties as assigned General Abilities • Ontario Secondary School diploma • Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License • Physically fit • Working knowledge of grounds maintenance equipment operation • Experience using small tools, lawn and garden equipment • Able to work evenings and weekends • Knowledge of Health and Safety procedures • Good customer service skills 1- Start Date: April 11, 2016; End Date: October 21, 2016 2- Start Date: May 2, 2016; End Date: November 18, 2016 Hours: 40 hours per week includes weekend work.

Pay Rate: CUPE Band 5 To apply: Submit a completed Application Form to hr@brighton.ca by noon, March 21, 2016. Forms can be downloaded from www.brighton.ca/ employmentopportunities or are available at the Municipal Office, 35 Alice Street, Brighton.

The Municipality of Brighton wishes to acknowledge and thank all candidates for your interest in responding to this posting, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information and any supporting material is obtained and used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Alternate formats of job postings and accommodations are available upon request to support the participation of persons with disabilities in applying for jobs and during the interview and assessment process. If you require an accommodation email or phone Human Resources at 613-475-0670.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITY

JOB FAIR

Friday, March 11th - 11am-12pm Belleville Public Library and John M. Parrott Art Gallery 254 Pinnacle Street Belleville, Ontario K8N 3B1 Driving positions available $11.25/hr Car provided.

Please bring a current copy of your driver’s abstract with you.

If you cannot attend please email: Hrcity@outlook.com BUSINESS SERVICES

BUSINESS SERVICES

FLOORS & MORE Hardwood Floor Installation & Resurfacing, All Ceramics, Your Light Renovations & Upgrades.

Over 30 years experience.

Please call for free estimate.

613-243-5605

Placing an Ad in our Classifieds is a Snap!

Metroland Media Call to book your ad today!

1-888-967-3237 613-966-2034

PLEASE NOTE: BOOKING DEADLINE FOR ADS IS MONDAYS AT 3 P.M. Ads can be placed by calling Heather at 613-966-2034 ext. 560 or 1-888-967-3237 B18 Section B - Thursday, March 10, 2016