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ebra Rantz found herself in a bit of a difficult position last week. She has been in her role as director of education for the Limestone District School Board for just over a year, but before that she spent over two years as the chief assessment officer for the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO).

At a committee meeting at the board office last week she introduced an information session on the latest set of EQAO results for students in the Limestone Board, based on testing that took place last spring.

In just about every category the percentage of Limestone students who achieved the provincial standard has dropped from previous tests. This was true of Grade 3 and 6 students taking standardized tests in reading comprehension, writing, and mathematics; for Grade 9 students taking a standardized test in math; and Grade 10 students taking the mandatory literacy test.

Limestone is not alone. Results for the province as a whole dropped as well, at about the same rate as they did in Limestone.

Unfortunately, students in the Limestone Board were already lagging behind those in the rest of the Province, and that persistent gap remained in place this time around.

In the latest set of results, 62% of Grade 3 students at the LDSB achieved the standard in reading (compared to 72% provincially); 64% achieved the standard in writing (compared to 74%); and 50% achieved the standard in math (63%).

Among grade 6 students, 73% achieved the standard in reading (compared to 81% provincially); 57% in writing (compared to 80%); and 34% in math (50%).

In Grade 9 math results, 77% of LDSB students in the academic stream achieved the standard (83% provincially); and 41% in the applied stream achieved the standard (45% provincially).

In the Grade 10 Literacy test, 73% of LDSB students passed (75% is the provincial average).

“I would say from our conversations with our leadership team we were not that surprised by the results. We are a little surprised by the literacy results, but I have to caution everyone that one year does not make a trend. I also need to tell you that if the results were better we would not be popping the champagne corks ... we have said always in Limestone that we want all of our students to participate and we look for the positive stories in the midst of what you might look at as

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n Sept. 22, members of the Granite Ridge Education Centre Parents’ Council joined with administrative staff at the school to celebrate the end of a successful fundraising campaign. The parents’ council made a commitment to raise $22,000 to go along with an $11,000 commitment from the Limestone Board for an electronic sign at the front of the school.

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It took 26 months to raise the money. Parents’ council members raised money at their Ladies’ Night events, through tea and coffee sales, Nevada funds, and through their share of proceeds from the annual Polar Plunge at the Frontenac Heritage Festival.

The sign provides a public face for the school and informs the school and local communities about upcoming events.

School Board sets out new accommodation review process

by Jeff Green s a group of parents sat quietly in the small gallery, wearing “I Love Yarker School” buttons, members of the Board of Trustees for the Limestone District School Board (LDSB) listened as the fate of the small Kindergarten to Grade 3 school was discussed at a committee meeting last Wednesday, September 28.

Ruth Bailey, Pupil Accommodation Review Facilitator for the LDSB, outlined the issues that led to the establishment of a Pupil Accommodation Review (PAR) for Yarker Family School.

Bailey noted that the Yarker school is the only Kindergarten to Grade 3 school in the board, making it “difficult to maintain a suitable program.” She also said, “Enrolment at Yarker school this year is 26 students, which is below our projections, and 50% of the students that live within the school’s boundaries are choosing to go elsewhere ... We feel it is in the best interests of the Yarker students to be served at the Odessa Public School.”

Trustee Suzanne Ruttan, from South Frontenac, pointed out that there would be ample opportunity for the public, the town-

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ship, and the school community to provide information to the PAR, and that “another staff report will come forward to the board once all that information is received.”

The Limestone Board has undertaken similar reviews in the past to deal with closing or constructing schools. A committee facilitated by board staff, including school staff and community members, was presented with all pertinent information and met over time to come up with a proposal, which may or may not have included closing schools.

However, under new directives from the Ontario Ministry of Education, school board staff are now required to provide a recommended outcome for the process even before the PAR Committee is formed to look at possible solutions to identified issues.

In the case of Yarker, board staff are recommending that the Yarker school be closed at the end of the 2016/17 school year and that students be re-directed to the elementary school in Odessa.

The PAR process for the Yarker school is the first to have been initiated since the

he owner of Skycroft, a 65-site campground on Opinicon Lake in the northeastern corner of South Frontenac (Bedford District) is seeking re-zoning in order to build a new campground on a lot that borders his existing campground.

The proposal calls for 170 sites on the new property, some of which would be inground so-called “cave houses with circular entrances that resemble hobbit houses”, and the rest trailer sites.

In his report on the-rezoning application, township planner Lindsay Mills said that all campgrounds in South Frontenac have their own specific zoning and a site plan that specifies in detail the number and size of the sites.

“For a proposal of this size, the septic approval is done by the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change and will require an engineering report on sewage treatment that satisfies the ministry. It is expected that the ministry approval will determine the number of lots that are permitted.”

Mills said that it will be important for the township to ensure that the new campground is completely distinct from the existing one in order to give it approval.

“This needs to be a new development unconnected to Skycroft. It is feasible that some of the usage of the new lot will access the lake. We have to be very sure that this is a completely separate business in order to approve the zoning. At this point I would recommend that we receive this report but take no position on approving it until we hear comment from the MoE and the conservation authority,” he said.

One by one, council members said they did not believe that those who use the new campground would not have access to the docking facilities and beach at Skycroft.

“I think it would be very naive to think that the two are in fact gong to be distinct,” said Councilor Mark Schjerning.

Deputy Mayor Sutherland said the township should seek legal advice.

“I would like to know if we can legally say we are looking at this one waterfront campground and refuse it entirely on those grounds. I’d like us to look at that,” said Sutherland.

Chief Administrative Officer Wayne Orr said staff would take that request as a directive from Council.

Neighbouring property owners were out in full force, expressing similar concerns as members of Council.

Many of them said their families have been using their Opinicon Lake properties for generation and always had good relations with the original owners of the campground and with David Hillhorst, the current owner as well, but the expansion would change the

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a difficult story,” she said.

Krishan Burra, program superintendent with the LDSB, prepared a slide show that provided detailed context for the results, but before turning to him, Director Rantz made another comment about the meaning of the results, particularly the poor math results.

“When results like these come in there are always calls for back to basics. As a former EQAO employee, the students are demonstrating to us on EQAO that they know their times tables, but they do not know when to apply those skills. That flags for me that our students need to develop stronger understanding. I really feel passionate about that. There is a place for knowing our times table, but they need to go hand in hand with the thinking and our understanding,” she said In a series of slides, Krishna Burra provided some context for the gap between the LDSB and the provincial average.

He pointed out that the percentage of boys to girls in the board is 52% to 48%, the provincially that ratio is 51% to 49%.

“We also know that girls tend to do better in standardized tests,” he said.

More tellingly, while 17% of students are designated as special needs across the province, 27% of LDSB students have the designation.

“While our special needs students do better than the provincial average for special needs students, they still lag be-

At Home in Tay Valley Nominated for Ontario History Award

hind students without special needs,” he said, which would lower the overall scores in the LDSB. Even as far as the Grade 10 literacy test is concerned, there are interesting factors that Burra mentioned.

“Limestone encourages all students to take the test. Of our special needs students, 93% take the test and the provincial average is 85%. While 49% of our special needs students passed the test and the provincial average is 44%, it still affects our overall average,” he said.

Burra added that the board takes the position, and there is data to show it is a sound policy, that “students should be encouraged to succeed, even if they have not succeeded in the past.”

An example of this can be found in the Grade 9 math results. Students entering secondary school have the option of taking the academic or the applied stream in math.

A healthy percentage of students who do not achieve the standard in Grade 6 but nonetheless enter the academic stream, achieve the standard in Grade 9. A much lower percentage of those who opt for the applied stream.

“It is possible to succeed, and creating the expectation of success is one way to promote improvement,” he said.

Since the book launch for At Home in Tay Valley last September, Tay Valley Township residents have been telling the Township’s Reeve, Keith Kerr, that they hadn’t realized history could be so interesting.

“Praise couldn’t come any higher” commented Kay Rogers, co-author and editor of At Home in Tay Valley, “clearly, the book brings our story to life.”

Not only is At Home in Tay Valley receiving praise by local readers, it was nominated for the Ontario Historical Society’s Fred Landon Award for Local History.

“At Home in Tay Valley offers a remarkable panorama of life in Tay Valley from the Algonquin to pioneer days to the present, often in first-person family histories and descriptions of the trials and joys of everyday life,” wrote John Fowler, President of the Perth and District Historical Society. “People are commenting on how much they’ve learned, how much they’ve enjoyed the book, on aspects of our history they’ve never thought about before especially the role of geology, the Omamìwìnini, or the reasons our ancestors decided to leave their homelands.”

“I’m delighted”, said Kay Rogers. “It is a great honour to have At Home in Tay Valley nominated for this prestigious award. Kudos to all of you who contributed to this book bee. The honour is all yours.”

The proceeds from the sale of At Home in Tay Valley, along with the 200th Anniversary Calendar of the Perth Military Settlement and personal donations, will be directed to an annual history bursary for a student graduating from either the Perth and District Collegiate Institute or St John Catholic High School who has demonstrated a keen interest in history and who has been accepted into an apprenticeship, college or university program. The first bursary will be awarded in June 2017 during Canada’s 150th Anniversary.

At Home in Tay Valley is a true keepsake. You can purchase your copy of this legacy book at the Tay Valley Township Office, the Perth Museum, the Village Green, and shops in Perth and Balderson for $30.00. Donations to the history bursary are welcome, by contacting Tay Valley Township at 613-267-5353. Tax receipts will be issued for donations $20.00 or more.

For further information contact: Noelle Reeve, Planner planner@tayvalleytwp.ca 217 Harper Road, Perth, ON K7H 3C6 Tel: 613-267-5353 Fax 613-264-8516 www.tayvalleytwp.ca

Two hundred and fifty-six students, or 45%, who did not meet the provincial math standard in Grade 6, rose to the standard in Grade 9, and most of those were in the academic stream A number of students in the LDSB have also been able to bring their writing levels up between testing in Grade 6 and the Grade 10 literacy test.

“In Limestone, 47%, or 156 students, who did not achieve the provincial writing standard in Grade 6, met the standard in Grade 10,” said a release from the board announcing the EQAO results.

The release, entitled “Previously unsuccessful students meet provincial standards in EQAO assessments” emphasized these successes while acknowledging that “results for the Limestone District School Board indicate there has been a drop in achievement across all levels.”

The Algonquin Lakeshore Catholic District School Board released their results for the elementary panel last week as well. Scores were up for both Grade 3 and 6 students in reading and writing, but dropped in the math test.

Long term accomodation plan coming to South Frontenac in 2019 - continued from page 1 board received a Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) from the Ameresco Asset Sustanainability Group on May 24 of this year.

Although the LTAP was only “received for information purposes” in May, the first recommendation in its timeline, “establish a PAR in 2016/17 involving Yarker FS and Odessa PS, with a view to close Yarker FS and redirect pupils to Odessa PS”, has now been adopted by the board.

The Yarker decisions is being watched by residents and politicians in Frontenac County, because [discussions about] the future of schools in the county are set to take place as well, starting in three years.

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Contributors to At Home in Tay Valley at Ecotay for the book launch with Her Honour, Elizabeth Dowdswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, on September 19, 2015.

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Frontenac Paramedic Services' Ambulance Station 8 in Robertsville is officially recognized for being awarded LEED Silver Certification status by the Canada Green Building Council. We invite you to join in the celebrations by visiting the Robertsville Station (15405 Road 509 in North Frontenac) on Thursday October 13 at 12:30 p.m.

There will be light refreshments while Frontenac County Warden Frances Smith, Councillor Ron Higgins and Councillor and Emergency and Transportation Services liaison Natalie Nossal welcome you. For more information contact Jennifer Dawson at 613-548-9400 ext. 401 or jdawson@frontenaccounty.ca

Mayor’s Declaration Annual Fire Prevention Week

“Don’t Wait – Check the Date! Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years” It's time for Fire Prevention Week! From October 9-15, 2016. North Frontenac Fire Department is joining forces with the Not for Profit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to remind local residents about the importance of replacing smoke alarms every 10 years.

Smoke alarms can make a life-saving difference in a fire, but they need to be working. Unfortunately, many home fire deaths result from fires where a smoke alarm is present but does not operate. This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme focuses on motivating people to ensure that smoke alarms are replaced every 10 years.

Some of the safety tips that North Frontenac Firefighters and safety advocates recommend are: • Install smoke alarms inside of every bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home, including the basement; • Test all smoke alarms every month by using the test button; • and Replace all smoke alarms every 10 years or sooner if they don’t respond properly when tested.

The North Frontenac Fire Department will be performing home visits to raise public awareness about the importance of working smoke alarms.

THEREFORE, I (Ron Higgins) Mayor of the Township of North Frontenac do hereby declare October 9-15, 2016, as Fire Prevention Week throughout the Township, and I urge all the people of North Frontenac to replace smoke alarms every 10 years; and to support the many public safety activities and efforts of North Frontenac’s fire and emergency services during Fire Prevention Week 2016.

The Ameresco Long Term Accommodation Plan implementation timeline calls for schools in South Frontenac to be reviewed in 2019/2020 and schools in Central and North Frontenac to be reviewed in 2023/2024.

The LTAP earmarks closing schools in Glenburnie and Verona as part of the South Frontenac accommodation review.

However, the LTAP is also set to be updated in 2018/2019 and at that time enrolment projections may change based on the 2016 census results.

The current version of the LTAP report is based on enrolment projections that were prepared by Baragers Systems from a variety of data sets, including enrolment figures in the Limestone Board from 2000 – 2015, the 2011 census, and immigration and demographic data.

“2016 census taking will be mandatory once again – it is important to assess changes in pre-school & 65+ age cohorts post release of census data” according to Barager Systems.

The entire long term accommodation process is being undertaken by the Limestone Board under the backdrop of a new Ministry of Education policy initiative that may require that schools throughout the province operate at 100% capacity. This means that for every school in the board that has fewer than the number of students it was built to accommodate, another school needs to be over full.

“Achieving close to 100% utilization year-over-year will require some schools at capacity greater than 100% to offset school populations that can never achieve 100% - that is, some students in portables,” according to the Ameresco Long Term Accommodation Plan for the Limestone Board.

Fire Prevention Week October 9-15, 2016 Fire Prevention Week runs October 9-15, 2016. This year’s theme is “Don't Wait, Check the Date!” North Frontenac Fire Department (NFFD) is joining forces with the Not for Profit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to remind residents about the importance of replacing smoke alarms every 10 years. Working smoke alarms can make a life-saving difference in a fire.

The NFFD will be performing door to door visits during Fire Prevention Week, to help ensure our residents are protected and receive sufficient early warning in the event of a fire emergency.

The NFFD will be hosting a free BBQ on October 13, 2016 @ 6:00 pm, with a fire safety demonstration, information handouts, pamphlets and prizes. The event will be held at the Clarendon Miller Fire Station, 6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario.

Test your Smoke Alarms frequently, at least once a month and change the batteries as required, at least twice a year and replace your Smoke alarm every ten years.

The Township of North Frontenac would also like to advise the residents and visitors of North Frontenac of the hazards associated with Radon Gas. Radon Gas is a colourless, odorless, radioactive gas created by the natural breakdown of Uranium. You can test your home for Radon yourself, using special detectors available from commercial businesses. There will be handouts from Health Canada available at the Fire Prevention booth during the live demonstration on October 13, 2016.

Yours in Prevention and Protection Jim Boles Fire and Life Safety Educator North Frontenac Township assistfirechief@northfontenac.ca

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One of the added wrinkles to the situation is that the existing and proposed campgrounds abut land that is owned by Queen’s University and used as a biological research station.

Skycroft operates some campsites on the Queen’s property under an agreement with the university. Queen’s Professor Steve Lougheed spoke at the meeting. He said the Queen’s property was originally owned by the former owners of Skycroft. They built trails on the property and eventually donated

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“We have maintained an excellent working relationship with David, and residents of SINCE 1970 his campsites use our trails under an agreement with us.”

For his part, Hilhorst said he has always run a family campground, and “I have made the road and my beach and docks available to all the neighbors at no charge. I don’t plan to cut trees or change the land when I build, just to create a rustic environment and expand my business to accommodate the demand I see in the market.”

The matter will come back to council in the coming months.

Plan The plan, which was discussed by Council at a Committee of the Whole meeting on September 27, was the subject of a public meeting, and received minimal comment.

It will proceed to the Official Plan amendment stage under the expectation that it will be approved in short order. Businesses and residents in Harrowsmith will be eligible for grants and loans for projects aimed at creating a more attractive retail environment.

The plan comes at a time of change in Harrowsmith, as road work to improve traffic flow and bring more visibility to the trail-head at the foot of the village is scheduled for next year as well.

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Council passed a motion authorizing staff to seek a court injunction prohibiting unsanctioned events from taking place at the Vezeau property, the home of the Canadian Guitar Festival. While the guitar festival has been sanctioned by the township every year and the township noise bylaw has been suspended for the weekend-long event, other events at the property have not been sanctioned but have been held anyway.

While the motion does not refer specifically to the guitar festival, Council indicated at Committee of the Whole that they are not likely to be willing to sanction even that

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In Ontario, topping the list of bashable subjects rides Hydro One! Something wrong in your life? Bblame Hydro! Wishing you had more money? Bblame Hydro!

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• Congratulations to Nick and Jocelyn Whalen on receiving the first Community Award given by the North Frontenac Little Theatre. These two community-minded individuals are definitely deserving of this award, as they never say no to any and all requests. Well done!

• The Arden Seniors met on Tuesday the 4th discussing their further donations to the community plus the menus and entertainment for their annual Christmas dinner. If you are 50+ you are welcome to join this “on the go” bunch.

• Starting on Sat. October 8, Open Mic will be held from 1 to 5 pm until the April 2017 event. Pot luck changes to “Sandwich & Square Luck” as everyone gets the nibbles while they sing and dance. Keep in mind the Coats for Kids, in which Open Mic is partnering with Hartington OPP in their quest to clothe kids this winter. Come have some fun and do some meaningful donations. Open Mic thanks you.

• Also Sat. Oct. 8 the Royal Canadian Legion, Arden Branch, is sponsoring an Open Doubles dart tournament. Registration, which starts at 9 am, is $20 per team; play begins at 10 am. This tournament has an 80% payout with the proceeds going to purchase new chairs and tables for the branch.

Please call 335-2737 to register or for more information.

• On Thurs. Oct. 13 at 5pm, the Kennebec Recreation committee is sponsoring a Kids Klub fundraising spaghetti dinner with Caesar salad, garlic bread, and many desserts. There will be a story told by Leo the Lion, and many other interactive games and puzzles for everyone to enjoy. Come out support Kids Klub and get yourself a good dinner as well.

• On Sat. Oct. 15, the Mountain Grove Stewards are having a potluck supper at the Olden hall. Adults are $12; kids 12 to 5 are $5; and under 5 are free. Please contact a steward for more information. The stewards bring the potluck, not the crowd attending.

• On October 23 the Arden & Community Wesleyan Church will host an evening of a movie and fellowship at the church.

Everyone is welcome.

• I hope everyone saw the beautiful and festive Thanksgiving decorations at the “soon to be” Kennebec Heritage Garden. A big thank you is sent to everyone who volunteered laying sod. I hope that everyone has a meaningful and safe Thanksgiving weekend.

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• This Saturday Oct. 8 the 640 Army Cadets will be holding a fundraising BBQ at the Northbrook Foodland parking lot from 11am-4pm. Burgers, sausages or hot dogs with pop will be $4; for information call Donna Kelford at 613-336-9480 • The Flinton Community Club is once again hosting Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings at the Township Rec Centre on Sat. October 8, 4-7pm. If you are alone, come on out and be with friends. If you do not want to cook a turkey, bring the family and enjoy knowing there will be no dirty pots and pans waiting for you at home! Come out and be one big family enjoying turkey, dressing, baked beans, salad, mashed potatoes, pie & beverages; the cost is $15 for adults, $7 for children ages 6-12, and dinner is free for those under 6. All proceeds go to the Anglican, Roman Catholic, and United Churches. Hope to see you there.

• Land O'Lakes Rescue Petting Farm at 1200 Road 506, 613-336-0330 - is open for tours this Thanksgiving Weekend from 11am to 4pm. Bring your camera and capture special moments with your family & friends. Get hugged by a turkey or kissed by a llama. Lots of fun for the whole family.

• It is never too early to begin to plan your winter and holiday planters. The Land O'Lakes Garden Club invites you to join them on Thursday, October 13, 7pm at the Free Methodist church in Cloyne to listen to Master Gardener Diane Huddle, who will be demonstrating how to make a beautiful winter planter. With new ideas, you will create your most beautiful and festive holiday planters ever! Everybody is welcome.

• Are you ready for the 1st Annual Harvest Fest Breakfast and Baked Beans Cook Off? The Land O’ Lakes Lions invite families, friends, tourists, and campers to breakfast on Saturday, October 15 from 9 to 11am at the Lions Hall. For $6 adults will dine on scrambled eggs, sausages, home fries, and of course Baked Beans. The cost is $3 for children under 10. Children will have the opportunity to participate in many activities sponsored by the Lennox & Addington Resources for Children, including face painting, pumpkin toss, life size scarecrows, and play dough fun. Assisting with the activities will be students from the North Addington Education Centre.

There is still time to enter your prize-winning beans; email pjeducate@kos.net. At the breakfast, drop by the Lions’ information table to learn more about what the Lions do.

• Ernie Doughty is a retired educator who has written his second book: "Lennox and Addington County General Hospital: 50 years." Join the Cloyne & District Historical Society at the Barrie Hall on October 17 at 1pm to follow the creation of a county hospital from the dream stage in 1958 to the opening in 1966. All are welcome!

• Many blessings to everyone this Thanksgiving!

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• The Golden Links Hall is very busy this month with the following events: On October 7, a Youth Dance from 7 to 9:30 for public school children; cost $6; information: 372-2410.

• Come out and Kiss the Cod at a Newfoundland Kitchen Party on October 8 beginning at 6 pm. Traditional food & dessert followed by music and a silent auction; cost is $20 per person. Please call 372-2410 or 546-3651 to reserve your ticket. Sponsored by Odd Fellows & Rebekahs. All proceeds go to Camp Trillium.

• Jeff Code & Silver Wings Band will entertain on October 15 from 8pm; cost is $12 at door or $10 in advance. For tickets call 372-2410 Sponsored by Odd Fellows & Rebekahs with proceeds to support Camp Trillium.

• A BBQ pork dinner & yard sale on October 16. The yard sale will start at noon. Vendor tables are available for $10.

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• Words to live by: Practising gratitude is a very powerful tool. It shifts your attention from the things you don't have to the things you do have. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving

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• Great to hear of younger folks like Mitchell Kelsey attending college and planning to come home for Thanksgiving.

• Belated Happy Birthday to fellow reporter Pearl Killingbeck.

• Churches around the world celebrated world-wide communion Sunday this past week.

• We watched with interest as a 1939 Buick drove by our lane recently and it looked in good shape.

• Deepest sympathy to Juanita Belanger and family in the death of her brother Gary Parks of Sharbot Lake. Gary is the son of Francis and the late Fred Parks, whom I knew when residing in Arden.

• The Pat Mahoney Fishing Derby in support of the Princess Margaret Hospital Cancer Centre, organized by Joanne (Hawley) Benoit and her team, including Jackie Perry and Geraldine and Nancy Mahoney, ran smoothly on Big Gull Lake on Sept. 24. A large crowd attended. The weighing in was done by Terry Good of Harlowe. Sponsors included the Harlowe Community Centre, Harlowe Loyal Orange Lodge; the OPP Association- Branch 9. Mike Parks caught the largest fish with second place Dale O’Hara. Once the yummy pulled pork meal was over, the auction began, keeping auctioneer Mike Sullivan busy, while thrilling the bidders. Some generous donors included Calvin and Anne Parks Family, who donated two tackle boxes, one in memory of George Parks, and one in memory of James Milne. Janet Hawley donated a basket of “home canned” goodies; it both shocked and delighted her how much people were willing to pay in support of the cause. George and Chris Camp were able to join in the fun of the day, making a donation for the auctions, even though George has been under the weather for a while.

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To end the day and light up the night sky, fireworks were donated by Kaladar Shell and Northbrook PetroCan. The derby raised $4,000 for Princess Margaret Hospital and it was a beautiful day to laugh and find joy together in the cozy village of Harlowe.

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• Step Back in Time” at the Maberly Hall, 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11, hosted by the Bethel Women’s Institute; celebrating the 1800s with tall tales & treats and an excellent speaker, Clare Beckton. Beckton was named one of Canada’s top 100 most Powerful Women in Canada in 2008 & 2012. She is executive director of the Centre for Women in Politics & Public Leadership at Carleton University, where she coaches, mentors, and leads research and workshops. She is a former law professor and retired senior executive in the Government of Canada where she held roles such as Assistant Deputy Attorney General in Justice Canada and deputy head of Status of Women Canada. She has written a book called “Own It - Your Success, Your Future, Your Life” and will have copies for sale. Admission is free and everyone is welcome.

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• On Sept. 29, Jeff Moulton performed at Music Night at the Snow Road Snowmobile Club with about 30 people attending. I heard he put on one exciting evening impersonating Elvis, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan and many other musicians.

Jeff is from Minden and he made a big impact on the audience, who danced and participated enthusiastically. I heard his guitar work was also fantastic. He spent the night with Don & Joelle McLean. Many thanks to the committee for setting up and to those who brought in the goodies.

• The next Music Night will be October 27 with Frank Morrison and Jim McIntyre at the snowmobile club, $10 in advance, $12 at the door; call Yves 613-278-1371 or Joelle 613-278-0958 for tickets.

• Allan and Ann Massey hosted Coffee Break on Friday and it was nice to see Jeff Moulton back out enjoying a coffee after his performance the night before.

• The next potluck supper is October 12, with an Oktoberfest theme; starts 5:30pm at Snow Road Snowmobile Club.

• On Sunday Oct. 16, the Snow Road Presbyterian Church will hold its 131st anniversary service at 11am at the church.

Rev. Jim Ferrier will lead the worship and there will be special music by the Abrams. After the service, everyone will go to the Elphin Church hall for a luncheon.

• Sat. Nov 5, the Elphin Church’s Beef & Pork supper will be held in the church hall from 5 to 6:30pm.

• The Snow Road Snowmobile Club fed 119 people at the first breakfast of the season. Nice to see everyone again plus some new folks. The next breakfast will be Oct. 15, 8 to 11am; all welcome. On Oct 22 the snowmobile club will be having a Beef & Pork Harvest Supper with all the trimmings from 4:30 to 6:30pm; cost $12.50.

• Get well wishes to Teri Lynn Fournier. Also, glad to hear Stan Mabo is feeling better.

• Our church looked lovely Sunday morning with all the fall decorations. Thanks, Elaine; you did a fantastic job.

• Congratulations and best wishes to Paula MacKenzie and Brian Langlais, who were married on October 1 in Mississippi at their cottage on Farm Gate Lane.

• Congratulations to first-time parents, Brooke & Greg Cooper on the birth of Cohen William, who was born on Sept. 27 weighing 7lb. 4oz. A grandson for Ralph Cooper.

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• Stock up at the Frontenac Farmers Market this Sat. October 8, 9am-2pm for your Thanksgiving fixings. The market will be closing for the season on October 29 so stock up the pantry now for the winter ahead. Verona is very lucky to have a farmers’ market that brings us superb quality, locally produced, locally grown and homemade products every weekend. The market is located at Prince Charles Public School.

• Enjoy a leisurely skate at the Frontenac Community Arena every Wednesday from 10 am to 11 am and Sundays from 1 pm to 2:20 pm. The cost is $2 pp and a CSA approved helmet with screen is recommended. www.frontenacarena.ca • Southern Frontenac Community Services provides foot care, including trimming toenails, monitoring the condition of feet, bathing and massaging feet. A nurse is the typical provider, who will also provide counsel in the care for feet of seniors or physically disabled adults at three monthly clinics throughout our area. Diabetic referrals are accepted. The fee is $15 per session. The next Verona clinic will be Tuesday October 11. Appointments start at 9 am. To make a reservation (required), call 613-376-6477 ext. 306 • Sisters by Heart invite us to a Ladies Night Out to "Rest -Relax- Reflect” on Mon. October 17 at 7 pm at Verona Free Methodist Church. Guest speaker and violinist will be Melinda Collins. Admission is $5 in advance or at the door. For more information, please call the church, 374-1232.

• Diners club is back up and running this fall in Verona on the second Thursday of every month at the Lions Hall. (Upcoming date is October 13.) If you are 55+, come enjoy a hot catered meal, reconnect with old and new friends and hear some great entertainment, all for $11. For the month of October, pre-register with a first-time guest and get your lunch for half price. Bring two first-time guests and get your lunch for free! Call 613-376-6477 to reserve your spots.

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• Check out the Addington Highlands Community Calendar at addingtonhighlands.ca for event information townshipwide. If your organization or group would like to have your event posted, call or send me an email.

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• Oct. 7 the Mayflower Lodge is sponsoring a Turkey Bingo at the Oddfellows’ hall in Parham. Bingo starts at 6:45.

• Congratulations to 17-year-old Matthew Villalta who won the backup goalie's job with the Ontario Hockey League's Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds. Grandparents Frank & Kathleen must be so proud, as are his parents Muriel and Lawrence from Godfrey, formerly from Parham. I also understand his twin is up there playing too!

• Sincere condolences to the families of the late Gordon Whan and Gary Parks of Sharbot Lake.

• Everyone sure enjoyed the Roast Beef dinner at the United Church in Parham, next one is Turkey on Nov. 26th.

• Congratulations to Kurtis Thompson's team on defeating Jordan Thompson's team in the tournament on Saturday at both Parham and Sharbot Lake Ball fields. This was a fundraiser for The Treasure Trunk in Sharbot Lake - special thanks to Sarah Price for organizing and to Brandon Morrow for running the teams in Sharbot Lake, as well as to anyone

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Jim Bryson rocks the ‘Corners with Melwood Cutlery By Jeff Green drawn into the groove he created from the songs on his latest album, Somewhere We Will Find Our Place, as performed by his crack four-piece band, featuring guitarist Blair Hogan.

With the small dance floor next to the stage filled by the time he was halfway through his third song, and the rest of the crowd listening intently and bopping in their chairs, Bryson seemed genuinely moved by the Jim Bryson band, photo by David Irvine, courtesy of The Ontario response.

Perhaps it was beFestival of Small Halls cause things had not im Bryson is an acclaimed Canadian sing- gone as well for him a few nights earlier in er/songwriter who has toured and recorded Owen Sound, where he said the crowd sat with many other top-drawer Canadian artists as far back as possible and seemed to be such as Kathleen Edwards, Oh Susanna, more interested in anything but the music. the Weakerthans, and even the now legendBryson's music does not fit neatly into ary Tragically Hip. categories, although Alt-Pop seems to be as He has recorded five albums of his own good a fit as any. There is wry Canadianand has traveled around the country and be- style self-deprecating insecurity to his lyrics yond playing music for years. and his persona on stage.

So, you would think a Festival of Small However as was demonstrated by the Halls show at the Agricultural Hall in McDon- audience reaction, it is as easy to sit back alds Corners on Sept. 30 would be a minor and listen to the songs and absorb the lyrevent on his calendar. ics as it is to shimmy, sway or jump on the That was not the case, however, for a cou- dance floor. The lyrics were sharp and unple of reasons. For one thing, Jim Bryson, predictable; the guitar work by Bryson and like all performers, draws on the energy of Hogan was melodic and rocking in turn; and the crowd, and the audience last Friday was the drums and bass provided the necessary

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Loughborough Landfill will be closed October 10th.

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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DEPOT For the month of October our HHW Depot remains open every Thursday from 3 pm-8 pm. November hours will be November 10th & 24th from 3pm – 7pm. Open dates will be published monthly in this banner. Please remember that accepted items are hazardous materials, small electronics and bale wrap only. A full listing of accepted materials may be found on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste.

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Melwood Cutlery, who lives in nearby Gen Tay, was the opening act for Bryson.

It was a rare opportunity to see Melwood Cutlery perform locally, and he sang a number of the perfect songs that he has written over the years, including There's a Loon on the Lake, Big City, Jimmy's Room, 2 Lane Highway. Accompanying himself on guitar and sometimes harmonica, he alternated between the gravelly low and sweet high ranges in his vocals, with the odd yodel thrown in for good measure.

Thanks to Melwood Cutlery, the crowd at the 'Corners was primed and ready for Jim Bryson and his band and the Ag Hall rocked that night.

Before any of the music, the Agricultural Society served a beef dinner followed by a selection of the best pies of the season: lemon meringue, coconut cream, butterscotch, cherry, blueberry, and more.

In its second season this year, the Festival of Small Halls has continued to be a success, filling venues in small and tuny communities alike. By providing the funding to bring top-notch acts to the halls, and putting together a good marketing campaign thanks to a very enthusiastic team under the auspices of Bluesfest productions, the result has been memorable evenings that demonstrate the vibrancy of the local communities and the halls that have been at their center, sometimes for 100 years or more.

Treasure Trunk fundraising ball tournament T - submitted by Community Living-North Frontenac

he Treasure Trunk and Community Living-North Frontenac held a very successful fundraising ball tournament on Oct 1 at the Parham ballfield.

The tournament and raffles raised $2000.

They would like to thank everyone who Kurt Thompson team: Back l-r: Kurt Thompson, Zack Price, Matt Green, participated and Shawn Thompson, Mike Thompson, Missy Thompson, Kim Thompson; Front helped out.

Keyanna Whan, Cory Thompson, Robert Price. Missing: Natasha Whan Congratulations to the Kurt Thompson team for winning mittee for donating their time and running the the tournament. canteen.

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By Jenna Leslie

Peter Mouncey has taken over the role as school principal at Prince Charles Public School in Verona for the 2016-2017 school year.

“I truly believe in education, particularly public education, as something that can be transformative,” he says. “It can change individual lives; it can change communities and when we do a good job with our schools then I think we’re doing a good job with our society.”

Mouncey has been with the Limestone District School Board since 2000. He got his first position as a vice-principal and has not slowed down since. He has worked at seven different schools since starting with the board. Before Prince Charles he was at First Avenue, Marysville, Holsgrove, Selby, Westdale Park, Southview and Winston Churchill.

Mouncey says that growing up he was always drawn to teaching. Whether it was as a leader at cub scouts, camp counselor, Sunday school teacher or tutor, he has always had a love for leadership. “Anything that a teenager could do that was directed towards working with children I just gravitated to naturally,” he says. “I really can’t imagine doing anything else with my life.”

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by Shannon Delyea n September 29, North Addington Education Centre students participated in the annual Terry Fox Run. North Addington has been doing the run for over 25 years and every year the students are excited about the run. The elementary students learned about Terry Fox and his journey before the run took place and started fundraising. The kickoff assembly last week made the students enthusiastic about participating. Terry Fox ran for everyone and his goal was to raise one dollar for every Canadian; since then Canadians have raised over $700,000,000!

Everyone in the school participated, including the kindergarten classes. Maci, a kindergarten student said “I ran for Terry Fox and I want to do it again.”

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Cole Delyea, a grade 4 student said, “I want to do it again next year, I ran for a friend's grandpa...” His sister, Sierra said, “I ran for Terry Fox and I’ll try to run more next year.”

North Addington students will find out how much they raised next week. Until then, the school is very proud of their accomplishment and the students are eager to run again next year.

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The 23rd Perth Autumn Studio Tour will take place at seven studios highlighting the work of 21 artists and artisans from 10am-5pm daily. All exhibited work is for sale, but please note that not all artists can accept credit cards. For details visit perthstudiotour.com or call Riverguild Fine Crafts at 613-267-5237.

Take time out to enjoy a Harvest Lunch prepared with local and seasonal ingredients at Brooke Valley School, 11:30am to 3:30pm.

The Westport Fall Colours Studio Tour will take place at six studios with 16 participants, also from 10am to 5pm daily.

Both tours are excellent opportunities to see the artisans’ work spaces and environment. Visit westport studiotour.com

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Looking to BUY? View listings at www.landolakesproperty.com

Magnificent, y/r waterfront home with an exceptional open interior featuring over 3000 sq. ft. of expansive living space; sprawling kitchen/living/dining; access to the lg deck w/hot tub from master. 148’ of lakefront on spectacular, large lake; great fishing. 30 x 24 in-floor heated car garage.

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The Classifieds Ad Rates: Classified Text ads: $9.74 + HST per insertion for 20 words & under; 20¢ each extra word.

Deadline: 4 pm Monday; Ph: 613-279-3150, Fax: 613-279-3172; info@frontenacnews.ca

NEW AND USED APPLIANCES USED REFRIGERATORS

Stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, dishwashers. 3 months old and up. Sold with written guarantees. Fridges $100 and up.

NEW APPLIANCES

At the lowest prices in the area. Trade-ins accepted on new appliances. Big selection to choose from. We Sell Gas Refrigerators

PAYS CASH $$$

For good used appliances in working order or not, but no junk please. VISA and MASTERCARD accepted. We have our own financing also. Shop at our competitors and then come see for yourself quality at low prices.

Open evenings & 7 days a week. We deliver

Smitty’s “KING of APPLIANCES”

Open Evenings & Seven Days a Week - River Road Corbyville, Just North of Corby’s (613) 969-0287

ART GALLERY GALLERY ON THE BAY is now open by chance or appointment. Thanksgiving weekend – Saturday through Monday 11am - 4pm. Sales of work are ongoing, but cheque or cash only please. At this time I’d like to thank all my many customers for their support during the spring and summer. It’s been a pleasure greeting old friends and making new ones. 1010 Willett Lane, Arden. Judith Versavel 613-335-2032

AUTOMOTIVE KALADAR AUTO RECYCLING. Drive in your own vehicle; Drive out a newer vehicle for $500 & up; as is (some vehicles may have valid E-test); 11520 Hwy 41; 613-336-9899; 613885-8644 KINNEY AUTO WRECKING Station Road, Kaladar. 4x4 trucks & parts for sale. Scrap cars, stoves, fridges wanted. 613-336-9272.

EMBROIDERY & ENGRAVING UPPER FRONTENAC GRAPHICS – Custom Embroidery, Imprinting, Trophies, Awards & Engraving. Caps, jackets, golf shirts, hoodies, teamwear & more. 613-539-6340; dwedden@ aol.com; ufg@hotmail.ca

FOR RENT

3-BDRM HOUSE in Plevna, $850 + utilities, no pets; 613-336-1293 or 613-920-3508; ask for Amos COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE located on Hwy. 7 just east of the Junction of Hwy 38 and Hwy. 7. For further information, contact Ram at 613-279-2827 INDOOR BOAT & TRAILER STORAGE. Please phone 613-353-2460

FOR SALE CENTRAL BOILER OUTDOOR FURNACES FALL REBATE with a savings up to $800. Call for more information. Your local Dealer, Wood Heat Solutions, Frankford, ON, 613-398-1611; Bancroft, ON 613-332-1613. www.chesher.ca FIREWOOD – dry, seasoned, mixed hardwood, $325 full cubic cord, local delivery 20 km.

Discount for large orders. Call 613-279-2048 GUNS FOR SALE: Remington Fieldmaster model 572, 22 pump, $600. Marlin 3030 model 338, c/w 2x7 Tasco scope $500. Mossberg model 1500, 30.06 bolt c/w sling and 3x9 Bushnell scope $450. PAL required. 613-3722250 SHIPPING CONTAINERS: Seacans Storage Containers, 7ft 10ft 20ft 40ft 45ft Steel garden sheds call 613-354-8744 or online http:// IngeniousStorage.com

GARAGE/YARD SALES

SPYGLASS COVE, Clarendon, Hwy 509.

Open Tues – Sat. 9am-5pm. Open Sunday 2pm - 6pm. Halloween costumes, large vase, Limoges plate, rocking horse, night stand, Christmas tea set, Santa Claus figure, antique lures, etc.

DOUG’S ANTENNA SALES & SERVICE NEW Shaw TV Promotion - 2 HD receivers for free after programming credit! No Credit Check.

No Contract. Call 613-374-3305 for details.

We are your full service dealer for both BELL TV and SHAW DIRECT Satellite.

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HELP WANTED

FULL TIME SATELLITE TV INSTALLERS required for fast growing company. Installer must supply own vehicle, valid driver’s license, tools, ladders, consumables, vehicle insurance, etc. Potential for income between $50,000 to $80,000 yearly + Bonuses. Evening and weekend shifts required. For more information please send a resume to: Admin@ scheelcommunications.com or fax to 613-6239992. No experience necessary; all training will be supplied

HUNTING & FISHING

FIREARMS COURSE October 21, 22 Hunter Ed Course, October 28, 29. Tamworth. Wild Turkey License Examinations. Call Bill, 613335-2786 HUNTER SAFETY COURSE, ABC Hall Bolingbroke Oct 22 – 23. Contact: Glenn at 613-273-2571 or email: gmrussell635@gmail. com to register.

Breast cancer support group moves Thursday of each month at 12 noon. The next to Yarker By Ann Elvins meeting is Thurs. Oct. 20 and there will be

T

he breast cancer support group, which met monthly at St. Paul's United Church in Harrowsmith, will now meet at Riverside United Church in Yarker due to the closing of St. Paul's. Meetings will be on the 3rd

The Real Estate Market Is HOT! Now is the time to start your new career in real estate. We will train you to make an above average income in this exciting business.

Find out more ....

Kate Archer, Broker / Manager Bowes & Cocks Limited, Brokerage (705) 930-4040 or 613-273-3187 Careers@bowesandcocks.com RealEstateCareerInfo.ca

MUSIC LESSONS

TOM’S MUSIC STUDIO is now accepting students for drums, guitar, bass guitar, piano, beginner banjo and theory; repairs to all stringed instruments. Tom 613-539-4659

SERVICES

ANYTHING METAL: fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, free pickup, call 613-375-6377, leave message HANDYMAN, WILL REPLACE SINKS, taps, toilets, any other jobs, cottage closures and carpentry. Please call Albert 613-374-2079 PET SITTING SERVICES AVAILABLE. All you need to know at www.petsittinginmountaingrove. com Phone Laura Mills at 613-335-3658 or Text 613-583-3658 PHOTOCOPY, FAX & LAMINATION SERVICES available at The Frontenac News, 1095 Garrett St., rear building, Sharbot Lake.

Competitive prices! 8½” x 11” - Black & White, 1-10 copies: 15¢ ea; 11-25 copies: 10¢ ea; 26-100 copies 8¢ ea. Colour copies 25¢ each for 50+. Taxes extra. Call 613-279-3150 for information.

PUMP REPAIR: Licenced well technician on staff with 10 years experience. Call Mark, Verona Hardware, 6723 Main St., Verona. Ph. 613-374-2851 ROOFING, SHINGLES – STEEL, 25 years experience, serving Elphin, Snow Road, Sharbot Lake & area. Contact Todd Gursby for estimates, 613-278-1300 WILL DO HOUSEWORK. Reasonable rates, Parham-Tichborne area. Call 613-840-5399 for more information.

TOWING

B’S RADICAL RIDES Towing & Recovery.

James Mills owner/operator. 613-335-5050; website: bsradicalrides.ca

WANTED TO BUY

14 FT. ALUMINUM BOAT & TRAILER only.

Do not need motor. Arden area. Terry 613-3366876 STANDING TIMBER, firewood, pine, cedar, bush lots. Free quotes, cash paid. Call 613279-2154.

Local businesses provide services and jobs Tim's Auto Body 13775 Hwy 41, Cloyne ON Corner of 41 and 506 613-336-2038 Now Offering

• ATV • Automotive • Light Truck Tires Tires Starting from

14" - 74.95 15" - 79.95 16" - 84.95

Install, Balancing, Taxes Extra

Offering many brands at Very competitive prices Also Offering: • Off Season Tire Storage • No Drip Oil Rust Proofing • Windshield Installation Open Monday to Friday 8-5 Saturday - Call for Appointment

OCTOber 6, 2016

LOUGHBOROUGH HOUSING CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTOR POSITIONS (VOLUNTEER) Loughborough Housing Corporation is a not-for-profit social housing Provider, providing apartment housing to seniors.

We wish to hear from interested persons from the Township of South Frontenac who would be willing to serve, in a volunteer capacity, on its Board of Directors.

We wish to supplement the existing membership with new members who would bring additional experience and expertise. We are seeking individuals whose background may include: Finance, Construction/Trades, Social Services, Law, Business, Health Care, Public Service at a Board level, Seniors Issues, Community Liaison.

Our information package is recommended, and will be available at our office generally Monday through Thursday beginning October 3rd. To obtain the required application form, or for further information, please contact the Administrator, Neil Orser, at 613-376-3686, or by e-mail.Application due on October 19, 2016 at 4:00pm.

Loughborough Housing Corporation 4377 William Street, Box 400 Sydenham, Ontario loborohsg@persona.ca

a soup, sandwich & dessert luncheon; cost is $7. This is a group of fun, upbeat women who meet monthly to share food and conversation. If you plan to attend please call Ann Elvins at 372-1368 so the ladies can plan the food. This group has met for some 20 years.

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION – RFQ ICE RINK ATTENDANT-ARDEN DUTIES: 1. Prepare ice surface for the winter months. Every attempt is to be made to have the ice available for the Christmas school break – 23 December 2016. The Kennebec Recreation Committee will facilitate and assist with the initial ice preparation; 2. Clear & remove snow when necessary and flood/maintain the ice surface throughout the season; 3. Shut off well pump and drain water system back to the well after each use in accordance with the posted instructions; 4. Open, close, and secure the change room according to the specified Hours of Operation; 5. Turn on and off all exterior and interior lighting along with the electric heaters in the change room at the beginning and end of each evening; 6. Secure all equipment at season’s end; 7. Supply all equipment necessary to perform duties; and 8. Identify all required rink and change room repairs and report these to the Kennebec Recreation Committee representative.

HOURS OF OPERATION Monday to Friday 5 pm to 9 pm Saturday and Sunday 2 pm to 9 pm November 15, 2016 to March 15, 2017 A concession booth may be operated in the Change House, for Cold drinks and prepackaged food.

For questions or clarification, to view the facilities, or to obtain an Application/ Quotation form, please contact Wanda Harrison, Chair, Recreation Committee at (613) 335-3186.

Kennebec Recreation Committee General Delivery Arden ON K0H 1B0 Closing date for submission of APPLICATION/QUOTATION is October 15, 2016 at 3:00 PM

OCTOber 6, 2016

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SOCIAL NOTES

The Classifieds

PUBLIC NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac proposes to enact a By-law to stop up, close and sell part of the 66’ shore road allowances as set out and described as follows: ALL THAT PART of the Shoreline Road Allowance around Kashwakamak Lake lying adjacent to Lot 6, Plan 1202, geographic Township of Barrie, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac being Part 8 on Registered Plan 13R-21154; ALL THAT PART of the Shoreline Road Allowance around Kashwakamak Lake lying adjacent to Lot 5, Plan 1202, geographic Township of Barrie, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac being Part 9 and 10 on Registered Plan 13R-21154 The proposed By-law will come before the said Council for consideration at its regular meeting at the Clar Mill Fire Hall, Upstairs Meeting Room, 6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario, on the 14th day of October, 2016 at 9:00 a.m., and at that time, the Council will hear in person, any person who claims that his land will be prejudicially affected and who applies to be heard.

Dated this 9th day of September, 2016.

Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning Manager Township of North Frontenac 6648 Road 506 Plevna, ON K0H 2M0 Tel: (613) 479-2231 or 1-800-234-3953 Fax: (613) 479-2352 Email: clerkplanning@northfrontenac.ca

Parham-Tichborne from pg 5 who donated, played or supported this worthwhile event.

• Congratulations to Jessica Wedden on being nominated in the category of Young Performers for the 2016 Canadian Folk Music Award.

• Hollywood hit Tichborne when the North Frontenac Little Theatre Awards were presented to Martina Field and John Stephen and Community Sponsor Nick & Jocelyn Whalen of Sharbot Lake Pharmacy.

• All you folks who enjoy Jeff Code every Sunday on the radio, his band is playing at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith on Oct. 15. Reserve your ticket at 613-372-2410.

You won't be disappointed in his music.

• On Oct. 22 come out to the Mayflower Lodge’s Annual Harvest Auction at the IOOF Hall. See all the bargains you can get for a dollar or two. Gently used items, baking and garden bounty are being accepted now for this event. Give me a call.

• Dorothy Kehoe is looking for citrons; if you have extra give her a call at 613-375-8286 • Family and friends spoiled soon-to-be mom Jen Andrews on Sunday at her baby shower. Jen and Jonathan Neadow are expecting in November • Thinking of you to King Stinchcombe.

• Friends and family gathered together to help Alice Smith (Howes), formerly of Parham celebrate her 100th birthday.

• Special birthday wishes to Don Lee, who will celebrate his 97th birthday on Friday!

• Congratulations to Spencer Stinson, who was married on the weekend at his parents’ (Glen & Mary Stinson's) farm house.

• Ladies’ Night at Granite Ridge is coming up quickly. There are tables available as well as time to add something to the swag bags.

For more info contact Penny Cota at pennycota333@gmail.com or 613-375-6343 after 6pm.

• Happy Birthday to Tara Cronin, Stacy Clow, Johnae Leyfield, Robbie Northmore, Liz Norton, Ethan Willard, Brittany Gemmill, Paula Corkum, Jesse Baker, Ryan Wolfe, Donna Clow and Marissa Teal.

• Have a most blessed Thanksgiving.

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OBITUARY

IN MEMORIAM

BIRTHDAY

Whan, Gordon Phillip

In Memory of

Happy 97th Birthday

Faye Putnam ~ Sept. 30, 2014 Ken McKegney ~ Sept. 20, 2015 We miss you both very much and think of you often Love you forever and always, xoxoxo Wendy, Sidney, Paige and Mackenzie Drew

October 7, 2016

Passed away at Perth Hospital on Tuesday September 27, 2016 in his 87th year. Beloved husband of Shirley Whan (Thomas). Step dad of Kenneth Scott (Susan). Grandpa to Korey Tyler (Mandy), great grandpa to Sloan. Brother of Norm (Marg), Pat Rose (Late Clayton), Betty Kelley (Late Edwin), Lloyd (Late Pat), Earl (Lee) and the late Don. Brother in law to Louis Thomas (Edna), Lyle Thomas and Eleanor Madill. Gord will be missed by many nieces and nephews and friends. In keeping with Gordon’s wishes cremation has taken place.

There will be no visitation or services.

Donations to Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation, Perth Site would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements in care of Goodfellow’s Funeral Home, Parham. Online condolences at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com.

Bovey, Helen Cathryn (Cathy) Nov. 10, 1940 - Sept. 26, 2016 Cathy passed away, graceful as always, after a very short but valiant struggle against a previously undiagnosed cancer.

Her courage stands as a testament to her strong will, self reliance and setting high standards. The second of ten children, (mother Bertha Lynch), raised in Lansdowne, Cathy set out on her own path as a teenager.

Two loving daughters, Pam (Richard Armstrong), Jan (Anthony Fisher), and grandchildren Kate, Reg and Jack Armstrong, Elly and Ross Ayling are custodians of her legacy of living a meaningful and joy-filled life.

Fred Pentney, her devoted partner, treasures his memories of Cathy and their almost four years of dancing through life together.

Fred thanks this community, Writers' Ink-Brockville and friends everywhere for welcoming Cathy with open arms.

All are invited to the Celebration of the Eucharist in memory of Cathy at 11 AM Friday, Oct. 7, 2016, Our Lady of Lourdes Church (490 Days Road), Kingston. A luncheon and celebration of life will follow in the church hall. Cathy requested everyone wear bright colours.

Bring a written memory of Cathy or share with the group.

Online condolences: www.yourlifemoments.ca

FUNERAL SERVICES

Milestone Funeral Center

With love, Lloyd, Sperry, Dawn, Doug, and all of your family

REUNION THELMA SMITH Mom, it has been two years since God called you to your Mansion over the Hilltop Loving & Kind in all your ways Upright & Just to the end of your days Sincere & True in her heart and mind Beautiful memories left behind We miss your Joy, your Love, your Smiles, your Friendship and your Hugs & Kisses Dear Mother in Heaven God Bless You Forever Loved, until we meet again.

Donna, John & family xxoo

OPP reportS

Fire on Vanluven Road

On October 4, 2016, Frontenac OPP officers and the South Frontenac Fire Department responded to a house fire on Vanluven Road, South Frontenac Township. One man was injured as a result of the fire. The OPP Forensic Identification Unit along with the Ontario Fire Marshall’s office was contacted.

This investigation is in the preliminary stages.

Fatal collision on Christie Lake Road

The OPP are investigating a fatal collision on Christie Lake Road between Cameron Side Road and Glen Tay Road. Officers were called to a single vehicle collision around 1:00 pm on October 4. One person was pronounced dead at the scene.

Bogus body on tracks

On October 3 at approximately 12:55 am, OPP were called to the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) crossing Wilson Street West, Perth. A train was stopped in the town as the crew believed they had struck someone on the tracks. Investigation revealed that person(s) unknown had placed objects on the track to resemble a human being. The train was able to continue in service at about 02:30 am. Anyone who has information regarding this incident or a similar incident in May 2016 is asked to contact the OPP Detachment at 1-888- 310-1122 or Lanark County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

A Promise for You Derek Maschke Northbrook Chapel Funeral Director 11928 Hwy. 41 613-336-6873 Northbrook, ON K0H 2G0 www.milestonefuneralcenter.com

Donald A. Lee

"The Spirit and the bride say, "Come!" And let the one who hears say, "Come!" Revelation 22:17

FUNERAL SERVICES

Calling all Kennebec Scotts & Olden Coxes: Scott Family History Gathering - Arden Legion Saturday October 15 - Historic Tour 09:30 AM Cox Family History Gathering - Mt. Grove Hall Sunday October 16: Historic Tour 09:30 AM, Meet at Nomad’s Rest, Hwy 7. Info Harvey @780 675-4158 or Sherri @613 335-3759.

New principal at Prince Charles - from pg. 7 Education program, Mouncey got his first teaching job working at an international school with his wife Sharon Isbell in Hong Kong. It was there that he and Isbell got married.

The two of them stayed in Hong Kong for two years before moving back to Canada to start teaching in Eastern Ontario.

The Cobourg native got his first taste of Verona in the summer of 1977 while playing in a baseball tournament. After getting a co-op with an outdoor and experiential education program in his final year of teachers’ college, Mouncey returned to Frontenac and really started to fall in love with the area.

He and his family made the move to the Kingston area in the summer of 2000 and have been here ever since. Now with three children, the couple spends their time racing from work to hockey arenas and dance studios.

Mouncey says that he was very pleased to get the position in the Verona area. He says that the students and parent community at the school have been incredibly welcoming of him. He has loved his time at Prince Charles so far and is looking forward to a great school year.

“I can’t emphasize enough how well this first month has gone,” says Mouncey. “I truly have felt very welcomed and supported.

There are folks in Verona and the surrounding area who really do value and support their school and I’d like to thank everybody for how things have gone so far.”

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Wood & Pellet Stoves Fall Workwear Fireplace Accessories & Chimney Piping Available

Cubex Hardwood Pellets in Stock!

Thursday October 6 SHARBOT LAKE LEGION Darts, Thursdays 7pm; $3

Friday October 7 HARROWSMITH - YOUTH DANCE, Golden Links Hall, 7-9:30pm, for public school children; $6; info 372-2410. Sponsored by Odd Fellows & Rebekahs NORTHERN LIGHTS SENIORS EUCHRE, Lions Hall, Hwy # 41 Griffith, 7pm; $2 includes refreshments PARHAM - TURKEY BINGO, Oddfellows hall 6:45pm, sponsored by Mayflower Lodge SHARBOT LAKE – DINNER at the Legion.

5:30–7pm $12; Turkey

Saturday October 8 ARDEN LEGION dart tournament,Open Doubles; registration 9am; $20 / team; ARDEN OPEN MIC, 1-5pm, community hall, all welcome; donations collected for Coats for Kids program FLINTON - TURKEY SUPPER, Township Rec. Centre, 4-7pm; $15; 6-12yrs $7; sponsor: Flinton Community Club.

FARMERS’ MARKETS – Local farmers’ markets held every Saturday, 9am-1pm at: McDonalds Corners MERA schoolhouse; Sharbot Lake Oso beach; in Verona at Prince Charles Public School. All markets feature local fresh produce, crafts, baked goods & much more HARROWSMITH NEWFOUNDLAND KITCHEN PARTY, Golden Links Hall 6pm, traditional food, music, silent action; $20; reserve 372-2410 or 546-3651; sponsored by Odd Fellows & Rebekah; proceeds to Camp Trillium.

NORTHBROOK – 640 ARMY CADETS fundraiser BBQ 11am-4pm, Foodland parking lot; burgers, sausages or hot dogs w/ pop $4; info 613-336-9480 Donna Kelford SHARBOT LAKE FARMERS MARKET Family Musical Show by children’s entertainer Gerry Tallon 10:30am, Oso Beach; Fun for the whole family!

WOLFE ISLAND CORN MAZE in support of Easter Seals; 10am-4pm; 2 mazes; music by

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Northern Happenings Northern Happenings listings are free for community groups, and will be published for two weeks. Donations to offset the costs of publication would be appreciated. Other listings are paid or are taken from paid ads elsewhere in the paper. The News makes every effort to be accurate but events should be independently verified by readers.

OCTOber 6, 2016

Kings Town Tenors; $10; 5-11yrs $8; 4 & under free; EasterSeals.org.

Sat. – Mon. October 8 - 10 PERTH AUTUMN STUDIO TOUR, 10am-5pm; artist profiles, photos of work, map at www.perthstudiotour.com; phone: 267-5237 WESTPORT – FALL COLOURS STUDIO TOUR, 10am-5pm; 16 artists in 6 studios www.westportstudiotour.com

Sunday October 9 BEDFORD OPEN MIC & JAM, 1-5pm, 1381 Westport Rd, audience $2; entertainers free; refreshments avail; info: Judy 374-2317, Wilhelmine 374-2614.

MCDONALDS CORNERS – JAMBOREE, Agricultural Hall, music begins 1pm, dinner @ 5pm, $15; info: 613-278-2362.

Tuesday October 11 MABERLY - “STEP BACK IN TIME”, community hall, 1-3pm; Bethel Women’s Institute celebrates 1800s with tall tales, treats, & speaker Clare Beckton, executive director of the Centre for Women in Politics & Public Leadership at Carleton University NORTHERN 5 DINERS, noon, Plevna. For those 50+, $12, reservations 279-3151

Wednesday October 12 FESTIVAL OF TREES PLANNING MEETING, 1pm at St. Lawrence College Employment Services Office, Garrett St., Sharbot Lake; all welcome; 613-279-2576 HARROWSMITH - 150TH CANADA & ONTARIO CELEBRATION Road Rally Planning Meeting, 7pm, Social & Athletic Club Hall; info: Pam 613-372-1578.

SHARBOT LAKE - COMMUNITY DROP IN 20th anniversary celebration, free community lunch, 12 noon, all welcome SNOW ROAD – COMMUNITY POTLUCK, Snowmobile Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Rd, 5:30pm. Oktoberfest theme

Thursday, October 13 ARDEN - KIDS KLUB SPAGHETTI DINNER fundraiser, 5pm, community hall, sponsor: Kennebec Rec. Committee LAND O’ LAKES GARDEN CLUB Pine View Free Methodist Church, Cloyne, 7pm, topic: Making a Winter Planter info: yram@golden. net.

PARHAM - ANCESTRY LIBRARY EDITION WORKSHOP at the library, 6–8pm, free; no registration required PLEVNA - FREE BBQ hosted by North Frotenac Fire Department at Clar-Mill Fire Station 6pm, fire safety demos, info, prizes.

RECREATIONAL BADMINTON starts Oct

13, Thursdays, 7-9pm, Granite Ridge Educational Centre; $5 semester; fun & exercise for adults, children 14-17 with adult supervision only ROBERTSVILLE AMBULANCE STATION, 15405 Road 509 12:30pm, celebration of LEED Silver Certification, refreshments, all welcome; info Jennifer Dawson 613-5489400 x 401 VERONA DINERS, noon, Lions Hall, for 55+, $11. Reservations required 613-376-6477.

Friday October 14 NORTHBROOK - OPEN MIC & POTLUCK Lions hall, potluck dinner 6pm, music 7-11pm, $6, entertainers $2, all welcome; info, Lionel 613-336-8142

Saturday October 15 HAROWSMITH - JEFF CODE & SILVER WINGS BAND Golden Links Hall 8pm; $12 at door; $10 advance; call 372-2410; sponsored by Odd Fellows & Rebekah; proceeds to Camp Trillium.

MOUNTAIN GROVE - SMORGASBORD/ POT LUCK SUPPER, community hall; 5-7pm; $12; 12yrs & under $5; under 6 free; sponsored by United Church Stewards NORTHBROOK – BREAKFAST & BAKED BEANS COOK-OFF 9-11am, hosted by Land O’ Lakes Lions; eggs, sausages, baked beans, beverages $6; $3 under 10; also kids’ activities; to enter baked beans email pjeducate@kos.net..

NOVICE FRONTENAC FLYERS REP HOCKEY BOTTLE DRIVE; drop off your empties at Verona Foodland, 6145 Hwy 38, 9am-1pm; advance pick-up: call or text 613-532-5561 PLEVNA – JACK’S JAM, Clar-Mill hall, 1pm; potluck supper 5:30pm; all welcome and all entertainers welcome to participate; sponsors: Clar-Mill Community Volunteers, info: Ed, 613-479-9909 SNOW ROAD – FUNDRAISING BREAKFAST, Snowmobile Club, 8-11am, 1106 Gemmills Road

Sat. & Sun October 15 & 16 ARDEN & MOUNTAIN GROVE – SCOTT FAMILY & COX FAMILY REUNIONS, Saturday: Scotts & related families meet at Arden Legion 9:30am, tour of family home sites, lunch & meeting. Sunday, Coxes & related families meet 9:30am at Nomad’s Rest B&B for tour of family home sites; lunch and meeting at Olden hall at noon; info: Harvey 780675-4158; Sherri 613-335-3759

Sunday October 16 HARROWSMITH - BBQ PORK DINNER & YARD SALE Golden Links Hall, yard sale noon, tables $10; dinner 4:30-6pm $13; table reservation 372-2410; sponsored by Odd Fellows & Rebekah in support of Camp Trillium

Fall gathering for Kennebec Scotts and Olden Coxes submitted by Harvey Scott bout 1855, Daniel Scott and Phoebe Parks, of American Loyalist families, came with their young family up the Salmon River from Hay Bay and Sheffield and settled on the river just below the current Arden town site. They made a livelihood there and other places in Kennebec and their children had families there and many remain today.

Other Scotts arrived about the same time and have also stayed here.

In the 1860s and 70s, two Cox families arrived from St. Giles, Quebec and settled in the Mountain Grove area; a third family stayed in Quebec. They had emigrated from County Monaghan, Ireland early in the 1830s. They farmed and thrived in Olden and Kennebec and joined in marriage with other families in the area.

Other Scotts and Coxes together with other families have moved to other parts of Ontario, Western Canada and the United States in search of new jobs, livelihoods and other opportunities. In the early 1900s we saw large numbers of our ancestors leave to take up farms on the Prairies. Although some have returned and some come back for holidays, some emigrant Coxes and Scotts have never been back and have lost touch with kin who have stayed to look after

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For many years some of us 'from away' have thought about coming back for a Kennebec and Olden reunion. Some of us have worked together on family history and have been able to reconnect somewhat in that way. While we have thought about gathering, many of our elders and family knowledge carriers have passed on, taking all their experience and wisdom with them. Every year it’s too late to meet and learn from some of our history carriers. We need to get together now!

So, although it’s last-minute, a small group of us have decided to begin the important process of gathering family together Saturday & Sunday, October 15 & 16. We call out to all Kennebec Scotts and Olden Coxes and their related families to gather back in their homelands to get to know each other to have some family fun!! Please bring your old family pictures, film, Bibles, memorabilia and keepsakes. Come prepared to share your stories - humorous and serious!

The gathering is free and open to all with an interest in getting together and sharing our family experiences and history. We will visit the old family home sites and trails. On Saturday Elders Leigh and Dale Scott will guide us around the Daniel Scott and Phoebe Parks sites. Cox descendants will show

us around the Cox family homesteads. We will have lunch together, on Saturday at the Arden Legion and on Sunday at the Mountain Grove Community Hall.

Kellie Cox Love and other genealogists will be with us to help. Family pipe major Reg Scott of the Kalamalka Highlanders Pipe Band, who was born here in Arden, will

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• Sympathy to the family of Gordon Phillip Whan, who passed away recently.

• Happy birthday to Sarah McCullough, Ryder Mallett, Lonnie Cowdy, Jack Price, Renee Thompson, Gordon Crawford, Bridgette Burke-Teal, Eric Wagar, Braidey Merrigan, Kathy Wilson, Jason McCullough, Lois McFadden, Don Lee, Pat Alexander, Lois Wilde, Gary Garnet, Haley Caird, Robbie Wood, Rebekah Wood, Jo-Ann Deline.

• Happy Anniversary to Ken & Vera Brown, Bill & Daisy Haw, Jack & Diane Nicolson, Frank & Betty Farnsworth.

• We welcome back Rev. Darin McKinnon from visiting friends and family on P.E.I. • Has anyone found a cane at the old Mountain Grove cemetery? Elva Price accidentally

Socks, Caps, Kodiak Boots SNOW ROAD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 131st anniversary celebration, 11am, guest speaker Rev. Jim Ferrier; special music by Wayne, Mary & Brian Abrams. Lunch follows at Elphin Church hall $5.

Monday October 17 CLOYNE & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY, Barrie Hall, 1pm; presentation on the creation of the Lennox and Addington County General Hospital, all welcome FLINTON - RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE, 9am9pm Township Rec Centre. Sponsor: Flinton Rec Club.

FRIENDS OF THE SALMON RIVER present “More Stories from the Wild” slide & video show by filmmakers John & Janet Foster; 6:30pm followed by the AGM, Roblin Wesleyan Church, 3100 County Road 41, in Roblin; free for FSR members; $5 for non-members; susan@moorepartners.ca or 613-379-5958 HARROWSMITH - SOCIAL & ATHLETIC CLUB MEETING, 7pm, all welcome to attend, 4041 Colebrooke Rd, info/membership: Pam 613-372-1578 MCDONALDS CORNERS – WILLOW GARDEN GLOBE WORKSHOP with Lene Rasmussen, 9:30am-4pm, $65 + $50 materials; MERA schoolhouse, register with Marilyn, meraschoolhouse@bell.net PLEVNA – FOOT CARE CLINIC, Clar-Mill Hall, appointment: 613-279-3151 SYDENHAM WOMEN’S INSTITUTE meeting at the Grace Centre 6:30pm; anyone interested please come and bring a friend.

VERONA - LADIES NIGHT OUT, 7pm, Free Methodist Church. Guest speaker and violinist Melinda Collins; $5 in advance or at door; info 613-374-1232.

Tuesday October 18 KENNEBEC DINERS, noon, Arden community hall, for those 50+, $12, reservations required: 613-279-3151

Wednesday October 19 OMPAH - BIRTHDAY BASH & COMMUNITY POTLUCK, 5:30pm, community hall, games after, all welcome SHARBOT LAKE DINERS, noon, for those 50+, $12, reservations requ’d: 613-279-3151 SYDENHAM DINERS, noon, Grace Centre, for 55+yrs, $11. Reservations 613-376-6477

Thursday October 20 SHARBOT LAKE COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS DINNER planning meeting, 10:30am, 1241 Wagner Rd. New volunteers welcome; info: Jule 613-279-2687 YARKER - BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP LUNCHEON, Riverside United Church 12 noon; $7 soup, sandwich, dessert, if you plan to attend please call Ann Elvins 372-1368

call us to gather. We invite you to join us at this inaugural Kennebec Scott and Olden Cox gathering on October 15 & 16. For information please contact: Harvey & Evelyn Scott; haecosse@hotmail.com, 780-675-4158. Reg & Heather Scott: heatherregscott@gmail.com, 250545-4280. Sherri Scott: spitefire_sas21@ yahoo.ca, 613-335-3759. Kellie Love: rmlove@sympatico.ca; 705-439-2983 left hers there. It was specially made for her.

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• We met the new chefs, Ali & Mike from Verona, at the Parham Diners on Sept. 26. We especially enjoyed Ali’s chicken dish and it was nice to see Vicki again.

• Parents and pupils attended the open house at Land o’Lakes Public School on Sept. 29 to meet the new teachers and visit the classrooms.

• Thinking of Lisa Hamilton, King Stinchcombe, Merritta Parks, Beverley Hayes, Nancy Fobert, Ronnie Fobert, Sally Hayes.

Special prayers for David Fox. • Sat. October 15 is the potluck supper at the community hall from 5-7pm. Adults $12; 12 yrs & under $5; under 6 years free. Sponsored by the Mountain Grove Stewards.

• Congratulations to Jessica Wedden on being nominated for the 2016 Canadian Folk Music Awards. Good luck.

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What’s Up in the Night Sky - October 2016 by Fred Barrett T

his month we have one of the better annual meteor showers, the Orionids. The earliest meteors from this shower will start arriving in a sky near you about October 2 and continue to flash across the sky until about November 7. The shower is predicted to peak on October 21 and as many as 70 meteors have been seen in the past. This year the experts are expecting a more modest 15 to 25 meteors per hour.

When observing a meteor shower, you can trace the meteor trails back to a single area in the sky. This point is called the radiant. The meteor shower is named for where the radiant is situated. The Orionid radiant sits in the Orion constellation near where it borders with the constellations Gemini and Taurus. The Orionids are left over debris from Halley’s Comet and this material is scattered all along its orbital path. The meteors are travelling quite briskly at 66 km/hr and at this high speed, produce a larger number of fireballs than a typical meteor shower.

Unfortunately, this year the Moon will be waning gibbous.

It will be about 55% the brightness of a Full Moon. This will obscure seeing some of the fainter meteors. Waning means that the Moon is past full and the term gibbous indicates that it still has a bright crescent shape to its bright area.

Let’s review a few good practices for meteor observing.

Dress warmly! A cool autumn evening will suck the heat from your body faster than an eye blink and drive you back indoors. Wear a hat, a warm coat and boots. To minimize the Moon’s brightness, position yourself so that the Moon is at your back. Trees and/or a building help too. Remember that meteors can appear anywhere in the sky. It’s not necessary to be looking in the direction of the radiant. Make yourself comfortable. A blanket or sleeping bag on the ground or

a stable lawn chair minimizes distractions.

The great thing about meteor observing is that you don’t need any equipment other than your eyeballs. The meteors travel too fast and leave too large a trail to follow with binoculars or a telescope. It’s just you and the wide open night sky!

Here’s a fun thing to do: use a sheet of paper to represent the night sky. Make a mark to indicate the constellation Orion. Draw a line, short or long, to show size and direction of the meteors you see. At the end of the evening use a ruler to extend all the lines back. Most should end up in Orion. Any lines that don’t meet in Orion are called ‘sporadics’. They are random bits from who knows where. Some are probably from ancient comets that no longer exist.

The Draconids (constellation Draco) is another shower to watch for in late October. They have been quite spectacular in the past but are not expected to be a great show this year with maybe 10 or so meteors per hour expected.

On October 10th the Southern Taurids (constellation Taurus) peak. This is a minor shower and about 5 meteors per hour are predicted. In early November we can expect a good show from the Northern Taurids. There are a few more fine showers in November and December and I will give you a heads up on them in my next column.

We are in the midst of the best time of the year for astronomy. We have cool, clear nights and darkness falls earlier and earlier as the month progresses.

Venus is bright in the southwest evening sky with Saturn sitting above it. Venus will pass south of Saturn on October 30th. Above these 2 in the sky will be Mars in the south. In the east Mercury and Jupiter can be observed in early October about an hour and a half before sunrise.

Addington Highlands Council meeting - Oct. 3 Township to remove gates: Royce Rosenblath, the Roads and Waste Management supervisor for Addington Highlands, spoke to Council on Monday about the ongoing issue of property owners putting locked gates up across public access points on their properties.

“One time I did know what to do and now I don't,” Rosenblath said, explaining that with hunting season fast approaching there could be access issues and complaints to the township.

“The land is locked if they can't get into it,” Councilor Helen Yanch said.

Rosenblath explained that it's pretty common, especially when a property changes ownership, for people to gate up roads that allow access to their property.

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Submitted by Susan Moore n Mon. October 17, renowned filmmakers John and Janet Foster will present “More Stories from the Wild” hosted by the Friends of the Salmon River at their AGM in Roblin. For more than 40 years, the Fosters have been telling stories about Canada. Their filming assignments for CBC, TV Ontario, and the Discovery Channel have taken them from coast to coast and into the High Arctic. Through their films and slide shows they have always shared their own passion for Canada’s wild places and the diversity of our wildlife.

For photography buffs, there will be opportunities to discover nuances of technique from these seasoned experts. John Foster says, “One of the secrets we have learned for filming and photography is knowing exactly when to be there."

Come to this high caliber show, followed by the Friends of Salmon River AGM on Mon. Oct. 17 at 6:30 pm at Roblin Wesleyan Church. Entry is free for current FSR members or $5 for non-members. Information: susan@moorepartners.ca or 613-379-5958; friendsofsalmonriver.ca

“I don't think we can have land that's locked if there are taxpayers back there,” Councilor Kirby Thompson said.

“We can do what we've always done,” Rosenblath said.

“Pull the gates down and leave them at the shed and let these people come to council. I've done it lots of times.”

Council voted to send letters out asking property owners to remove gates from specific locations they are aware of, or else the township would be taking them down before hunting season begins in two weeks.

Council approves small solar project for Flinton Rob Hitchcock, a representative from Abundant Solar Energy Inc., made a request to Council on Monday for support for a 3-acre, 250kW solar project located just off Flinton Road.

“Have you done soil tests yet for that site?” Councilor Bill Cox asked. “That's just sand there.”

Hitchcock explained that they are able to construct the projects in sandy locations and that it wasn't a concern for this particular project.

Councilor Cox made a motion to approve the project and it was passed.

October 6th: The Moon passes above Saturn about 4 am.

October 10th: Jupiter is just 1 degree south of Mercury.

October 15th: For those of you with telescopes here’s a challenge. Uranus is in opposition and will be at its brightest.

Check the internet for a star chart to help find it in the sky.

While you’re at it, check out Neptune and Pluto.

October 16th: Full Hunter’s Moon. Be sure to wear your orange vest when you walk the dog. Put a vest on the dog too!

October 21st: Orionid meteor shower peaks.

October 28th: Moon is 1 ½ degrees north of Jupiter.

October 30th: Venus will be 3 degrees south of Saturn in the early morning around 4 am. New Moon Let me know how your meteor observing has gone and if some of you more experienced readers were able to find Uranus, Neptune or Pluto.

Well, that’s a wrap. Have a good month and keep looking up! If you have any questions or special topics that you would like to see in this column, please email me or make contact though this newspaper. Let me know how your observing has gone this month, especially anything unusual. I enjoy the feedback. You can contact me at fred.barrett2@sympatico. ca Clear Skies! Fred.

“The Beginner’s Observing Guide" by Leo Enright is an invaluable companion for adventures in the sky. It contains star charts and is available at the Sharbot Lake Pharmacy. It can also be ordered from the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada at www.rasc.ca/publications. A subscription to our very own excellent Canadian astronomy magazine “SkyNews”, with its centerfold sky chart, can be arranged at the RASC website as well.

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Clement Street drainage: Royce Rosenblath explained two possible solutions to Council for alleviating drainage issues on Clement Street in Flinton.

One option was to build a swale, or ditch, near the problem area in hopes that it would encourage runoff of the water. Rosenblath was concerned that this might solve the issue in one area but make it worse elsewhere.

The second option, albeit more expensive one, would be to install a storm sewer, which Rosenblath told Council could cost up to $900,000 per km.

Council opted to pay closer attention to the problem area and to do more preventative maintenance, such as snowplowing, in hopes of alleviating the problem as much as possible.

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