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Grimsby Fire Department hosted its annual open house as part of Saturday’s Doors Open Grimsby event with huge and steady crowds filing through Station 2. Here, a tentative Ariya Reitman, 3, of Grimsby tries her hand at dousing flames in a fire extinguisher exercise. Williscraft - Photo
Hat Trick Hockey is back One lucky entrant could win a Stanley Cup adventure Hat Trick Hockey is back for its 24th year in Niagara West and the ante is going up for those who try their hand at being a National Hockey League general manager. “Back in 2003 the grand
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By Mike Williscraft NewsNow In what many residents say has been a battle in futility, the “war” against cannabis odour issues has a new front established in Vineland. Residents in Vineland - joining counterparts in Jordan and Grimsby who have been complaining vociferously about cannabis stench blanketing their properties - placed many calls to NewsNow and Lincoln’s town hall in the last 10 days all centering on a 23rd Street grow facility. “It is unbearable. Something has to be done,” said Sheryl Reid, whose home is more than a half-mile away in the Church/Menno Street neighbourhood. Fellow Vineland resident Hans Taal agreed but noted the problems stem from little in the way of governance for the entire fledgling marijuana grow industry. “There is no control,” said Taal. “Sure, it could be a great industry, lots of jobs. I love that but where are the guidelines? Where is the control?” Officials at the municipal level are also asking these questions as they, just like residents, have been bounced around from calls to Niagara Region Health to federal and provincial bureaucrats as they try to get decisive information. In many instances, say residents, little of no action has resulted. With the greenhouse at 3955 23rd St. commonly known as Maple Leaf Nurseries, Town officials have pushed hard due to issues with this particular location, said Lincoln chief administrative officer (CAO) Mike Kirkopoulos. “We’ve been getting a lot of emails and calls on this issue. I actually was on site earlier (Friday) with Matt Bruder who oversees bylaw and works in planning,” said Kirkopoulos. “An issue was raised a number of weeks ago. Immediately after this was brought to our attention, we met with the greenhouse owner. We indicated we have an interim control bylaw so any growing is prohibited. A follow up meeting was requested with legal counsel providing advice. Last week, staff met with the owners’/growers’ See ODOUR, Page 3
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From Page 1 representatives. They agreed to immediately cut down and remove 50 per cent of the plants with the remaining 50 per cent coming shortly thereafter and within the next few weeks.” “That was not acceptable.” Since those initial discussions, the circumstance has changed significantly. “The number of complaints has increased dramatically. Today (Friday) we confirmed, indeed, 50 per cent (of the plants) are gone. We discussed with the owner/grower representative the option and route of a charge – which means a court date is set and we are in court dealing with the matter. Because it is zoning and not a bylaw, we don’t have the power to go in and cut and remove them ourselves, only a charge and court proceeding.” The option Kirkopoulos gave was immediate action on behalf of the grower. “I indicated to the representative today (Friday), that we would be seeking immediate action and removal. It was agreed work would begin first thing Monday on the cutting/removal of the plants and
the operations would cease once they are cut and removed,” said Kirkopoulos. “Both Matt and I will be on site regularly - likely daily next week to ensure progress to remove is occurring. I’m thankful the community has been vigilant to share complaints and issues so when these sites and contraventions are discovered we can act swiftly and immediately to seek resolution.” While the municipality was able to move for some resolution in this instance, there are still many other locations where the impact of cannabis greenhouse odour emissions is causing serious issues for neighbouring property owners. “Those that predated the ICB (interim control bylaw) and remain an issue are constantly monitored by our bylaw group. We are also in constant contact with police if and when needed. We will be bringing forward an odour control bylaw to committee and council possibly for October or November at the latest. Council really advocated at AMO for this and we have ministry support for one,” said Kirkopoulos. “Our zoning update is also on schedule to come back for deliberation to council before January.”
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St. Helen Bingo - Progres- Grimsby Garden Club sive Jackpot Sept. 26 at September General Meet11 a.m. at the Beamsville ing Sept 30 from 7pm to Legion: $700. Sept. 27 at 8:45pm. At the Livingston 7 p.m. at St. Helen Church: Activity Centre (18 Livings$1100. Also, thousands of ton, Grimsby) Join us for dollars in cash prizes every treats and social time at 7:00. week. Admission is free. Our guest speaker Pippa de Hot food is available. Info: Leonardis will entertain us with The Essence of Garden 905-562-7427 Grimsby Legion Branch Design at about 7:30. 127 Friday night Entertain- Speakers Series – Sept ment 8:30-12pm, various 30 @ 1:30 PM. Diana Ranbands, karaoke, etc. Meat dall branch manager of St. Draws -3:00pm Saturdays, John Ambulance on the Saturday Night Dance signs of Stroke and Heart – 9pm-1am, Sunday, 12- Attack and what to do. Liv6pm, NFL Football on the ingston Activity Centre, 18 Big Screen, Kitchen open, Livingston Ave. Grimsby Everyone is welcome to all Lincoln Seniors Club Potluck Supper- Monday, events. 393 SMITHVILLE Legion Sept. 30 starting at 5:45 at June Events – Mondays the Lincoln Centre, Beams2pm – 7pm OPEN. Tues./ ville. Everyone welcome. Thur. 2pm – 4pm After- Please bring one large noon Social Cards. Wed. dish to share and your own 7pm Darts to start Sept. plate, cup and cutlery. En11th, $3/week, bring own tertainment to follow supdarts, end of season ban- per. For more info call Gord quet. Sat. Sept. 28th Paddle at 905-401-5812. Auction for FORT 11 am- $2 Prime Time lunch for seper paddles, bring rolls of niors and program at. St quarters. Pre-purchase $5 Ann’s Community Church, tickets which includes 3 Regional Rd 69, St Ann’s paddles to be entered in ON Wed. October 2, 2019, early bird draw. Email Le- at 11:30 am Please join us. gionPRO393@hotmail.com Lunch provided. Freewill Contact Chris for tickets. Everyone wel- offering. Frere for more info. 905come info 905-957-3935 Turkey Roll Friday Sept. 957- 1760 27th 7pm to 11pm (Doors Beamsville Toastmaster. open at 6pm) at the Peach Join us every Thursday 7 King centre, Grimsby (Up- pm at the Fleming Censtairs) presented by the ter Library & Arena, 5020 Knights of Columbus. Serena Drive, Beamsville. Proceeds to support local Walk-ins welcome. Special Demo Meeting on Thurs. charity. Pulled pork BBQ Sept. Oct. 3/19 7 pm. Take along 29th at fulton Hall (2906 a friend and learn how to South Grimsby Rd. 20) improve! Contact Annette adults $18.00, 10 years or @ 905-741-4812 or Lydia @ youngerRob $9.Golfi_NewsNowSPEC.pdf Under 5 years 289-241-4705. 1 2019-03-05 12:21 PM Turkey Supper at St-Anold Free.
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Ghostwalk Fundraiser at Nelles Manor Sat. Oct. 5th from 7pm to 10pm. Lessons from paranormal investigator Robert Bourque. $40/pers. E-transfer to steelcityparanormal@ gmail.com to reserve your spots. Please include name and contact info. Proceeds to Jaksic Family in their time of need. Euchre Party -- the WI presents another pleasant evening Oct. 7, socializing and honing skills at The Lincoln Centre, 4363 Central Ave., Beamsville, 7pm sharp. $3 to participate. 1st and 2nd Door Prizes. Refreshments provided. Community Harvest Lunch hosted by the Lincoln Seniors Club at the Lincoln Centre, Beamsville on Fri. Oct. 18, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $10 per person. Come for homemade soup and sandwich, dessert, tea and coffee. For more info call Gord at 905-401-5812 The Soroptimist club of Stoney Creek-Niagara, meets on the second Monday of each month in Stoney Creek @ 40 Centennial Parkway at 6:30 p.m. We are a global volunteer network of women working to improve the lives of women & girls. For info. re: visiting call Marg. @ 905628-3198 West Lincoln Memorial
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Auxiliary hosts its semiannual Soiree du Vin held at Megalomanic Winery in Vineland on Friday, Oct. 4 from 7 to 9 p.m. Live music, food catered by Twenty Valley Golf Course, auction and draws. $50 per person. All are welcome. Contact Gillian at 905 945-3316 to reserve. All money raised is for medical equipment for West Lincoln Memorial Hospital. ‘Lunch is on Us!’ – Sat. October 12 at First Baptist Church, Beamsville (corner of Mountain & Beam Sts), Free Community Lunch from 11:30 am – 1 pm. All Welcome! This event occurs on the second Saturday of each month. Community Harvest Lunch presented by the Lincoln Senior’s Club. Fri. Oct. 18 from 11:30 to 1pm, $10/pers. Homemade soup, sandwich, dessert, tea and coffee. 905-4015812 GROUPS & CLUBS The Lincoln Seniors Club is back starting the first week of September. Regular schedule to resume. Come for activities, line dancing, exercise classes, etc. For schedule info or for leader contact info call Gord at 905-401-5812. New members welcome- open to ages 55+. Membership fee $10. All activities at Lincoln Centre, 4361 Central Ave., Beamsville. Grimsby duplicate bridge club. Every Tuesday 7pm to 10pm at the Livingston activity centre. 18 Livingston ave. 3$ per person, bring a partner. Info Dylan Morgan 289-644-5678.
HOCKEY From Page 1 be the best $5 you’d ever spend.” What makes the contest fun for all involved is not only the battle for bragging rights at the office or at the diningroom table, but the fact an entrant could be dead last and still win a prize. “We have a great roster of sponsors for this year’s contest, with Bob Clark at Grimsby Ford co-sponsoring the Grand Prize,” said Williscraft. Giant Tiger Grimsby is once again sponsoring the second and third place prizes of $250 and $50 gift certificates respectively. On a weekly basis entrants can win random prizes: $10 gift certificates for Teddy’s Food, Fun & Spirits, Tim Hortons Grimsby, Cole’s Florist and Canadian Tire Grimsby. As well there are weekly prizes for two, 60-minute massages courtesy of Ontario College (at Fruitland/South Service Rd.); a large, three-item pizza, courtesy of Amici’s Pizza in Grimsby, and; a Grimsby Peach Kings Prize Pack, complete with four tickets to a home game with a coupon for drinks and snacks, courtesy of the Grimsby Peach Kings Jr. C Hockey Club. And if that wasn’t enough, Dr. Ches MacNeil is sponsoring this year’s Early Bird draw which will see one entrant win four tickets to the Oct. 19 Toronto Maple Leafs vs Boston Bruins game. “Original 6 battle, that intense Leafs-Bruins dislike...should be a great night,” said Williscraft. To be eligible to win the Early Bird, entrants must complete their registration form and drop it off to NewsNow’s 1 Mountain St, Grimsby office by 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12. “We’ve normally cut off the Early Bird on Friday, but we bumped it to Saturday as we wanted anyone coming home for Thanksgiving to have time to get an entry in,” said Williscraft. The final deadline for entries is Monday, Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. Entries can be mailed, but they must be in the office by that time. “We are looking forward to a great season and a lot of fun along the way,” noted Williscraft.
Archaeologists make some early finds at Grout House By Tristan Marks For NewsNow Those driving past Nelles Road on Grimsby’s Main Street East may have noticed a crew digging up carefully marked off sections on the Grout Nelles House property starting on Monday. Archaeologists are excavating parts of the property as part of a Stage 3 archaeological assessment. This was prompted when a surface survey in stage two discovered some artifacts that dated to between 1840-1890. “Right now, we’re doing a more indepth survey to find
out the nature of the site,” said Shane McCartney, one of the consultant archaeologists working on the site. His company, Earthworks Archaeological Services, was hired to perform these assessments by Homes by DeSantis, the firm planning to develop the site. The Planning Act requires archaeological assessments in advance of most major industrial and housing subdivisions and infrastructure projects. As of Monday, the team had already unearthed a collection 19th century artifacts,
Archaeologist Shane McCartney shows artifacts found while surveying the Grout House at Main Street East/Nelles Road in Grimsby, including pottery and plate fragments as well as a nail machined with 19th century tools. Marks - Photo
including fragments from ironstone china plates from c.1869, earthenware ceramics and machine cut nails dating to 18101900. The assessment could move to Stage 4, should 80 per cent of the test sites contain artifacts that date to before 1870. In that stage, the Ministry of Tourism and Culture could begin implementing conservation strategies to protect the site’s cultural heritage value while development proceeds around it. McCartney said the decision to move to a Stage 4 assessment would require cooperation between the government and the developer. “We’ll be working with the ministry and the developer to see if further work is needed,” he said. The Grout House was originally built in 1865 by James Willison Grout Nelles, the grandson of William Nelles who owned much of what would become modern Grimsby. The home received heritage building status in 2012.
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Lions Food Drive nets 30,000 lbs of donations for CCWN food bank Beamsville and District Lions’ Food Drive met and exceeded its 30,000-lb goal Saturday. Community Care of West Niagara (CCWN) were the beneficiary of the work of dozens. Thanks to the generosity of Lincoln’s citizens, the Lions and CCWN gathered over their goal of 30,000 lbs of non-perishable food donations to be sorted at the Lincoln Centre in Beamsville. A long conveyor belt snaked it’s way from the front of the community centre where bulkier boxes were sorted into their own containers, through the auditorium where volunteers
sorted donations via product category, and back out to the rear of the building where the donations were packaged up to be weighed for the food bank. The Lions were joined by volunteers from the Knights of Columbus, town council and a host of individuals. “We were confident in the support that Lincoln residents would provide, but I must say, we did allow a sigh of relief and yip of joy to escape when the numbers fell in support of this target,” said CCWN executive director Carol Fuhrer. “An event of such scope cannot be achieved without benevolence, sweat eq-
uity, gifts of service and goods, talents, skills, personal referrals and connections as well as the heart of so many people that I really can’t put a number to it.” Fuhrer added that, for anyone hoping to continue to be involved in the community, the Beamsville and District Lions Club, “may be just what (they) are looking for.” CCWN is a charitable, non-profit organization that has been serving the communities of Lincoln and surrounding communities since 1967. They are volunteer-driven and rely heavily on the community for donations. (Above) George Savage represented the Knights of Columbus while volunteering at the food drive. (Left) Samuel Akhighe carries over a full carton of mac & cheese boxes over to the loading zone. (Below) Lion John Burton (right) unloads some boxes with the help of Noah Bennett.
David and Lyla Hurley work as a father/daughter team to sort out and prepare packages of food donations to be shipped to CCWN.
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80-year-old man survives Jordan fall Lincoln and Grimsby Fire combined efforts to rescue an 80-yearold man Monday from the ravine in Jordan. Lincoln Fire was called at 8:39 a.m. to Main Street Jordan and Grimsby Fire was called in under the Automatic Aid agreement between departments. The man fell into the ravine sometime Sunday afternoon and was found by family members Monday morning. “Using rope rescue techniques, fire department personnel retrieved the resident from the bottom of the ravine and transferred the patient to the care of awaiting paramedics,” said Lincoln Fire Chief Greg Hudson. “The patient was transported to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries. An Ornge air ambulmance was summoned but not needed.
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Pioneer Day returns for Oct. 5 What’s old is new again at Lincoln’s annual Pioneer Day on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m-4 p.m. Lincoln Museum and Cultural Centre will play host to exploration of many activities and exhibits that convey the Town’s rich history. Visitors can enjoy traditional music and dance with performances by the Niagara Folk Arts Centre song & dance ensemble and the Lincoln Concert Band and learn about the many farm animals raised by Lincoln’s settlers at an animal enclosure hosted by J.K. Farms. Children can check out the kids area which holds activities such as flower crown crafting and candle-making. Jim Buckwell will
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BBBS helping “whole family unit” By Mike Williscraft NewsNow Societal trends have been evolving, so it only made sense for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Niagara West to keep pace with changes. To that end, the organization merged with its counterpart in St. Catharines/Thorold last year. “We’ve seen the trends in our communities, so we have to change with the times,” said Michelle Miller, president of the BBBS of North & West Niagara board of directors. “The need continues to rise and getting volunteers is tough, so we have evolved to more group-based programming, too. We are able to serve more children that way. The key is to get them involved.” Miller, who has been president two years and on the board of directors for 12, said her background in event organizing and her highly supportive employer in Vintage Hotels in Niagaraon-the-Lake have allowed her
to focus efforts on a need the organization has had. “They needed help with events and that is my specialty, so it was a good fit, that’s where I can help most,” said Miller. The merger has allowed for expanded programs in Niagara West, while maintaining other popular programs. “The Grimsby board worked with us very well as we expanded and starting sharing resources,” said Miller. “Having great experience with staff members Mary Champ (special events coordinator) and Karen Thompson (mentoring coordinator) is pivotal to any success.” Champ, who has been part of BBBS in Niagara West for 16 years, has seen a lot of changes, but one key constant as well. “In all that time I have seen many changes in the organization and the national governance of the organization, but what has remained consistent is that the need for local adults to mentor our local youth has
not changed,” said Champ. “The addition of social media has increased the type and amount of bullying that we are seeing affect our local youth. In addition, the mental health issues that are facing youth are present in increasingly younger children.” To combat these or any other issue, the key factor in BBBS’s ability to operate is funding. The group gets no federal or provincial funds and raises money for all they do. In Niagara West a program has been pioneered focusing on healthy eating and living choices for Grade 5-6 girls. This program runs in conjunction with a similar program, Go Girls!, which is for Grade 7-8 girls. Niagara West currently has a waiting list of about 24 children waiting for a Big match. “People think we are just helping the children but really we support the whole family unit,” said Miller. For more information on BBBS, call 905-945-9353.
Michelle Miller, president of Big Brothers Big Sisters of North and West Niagara, addresses those gathered at 2018’s Sisters of Soul event in Grimsby.
Relationship building key to being a successful Big By Tristan Marks NewsNow Niagara needs more Big siblings, according to Dani Chiodo and Kerri Mulder, two ‘Bigs’- volunteer mentors with Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of North & West Niagara. “The number of youth with mental illness is on the rise,” said Chiodo, whose position as a middle school teacher has let her witness this pressure first hand. She said that while these kids need “a whole network of support,” she said that the one-on-one relationship that BBBS provides can be huge for these kids. “As a support teacher, we try to connect a lot of students with Big Brothers Big Sisters,” she said. “However, there’s a
big void that needs to be filled.” Chiodo first explored becoming a mentor with the organization to help fill that void. Mulder found her self in a similar position. As the owner of a landscaping business, she had plenty of free time and decided she wanted to find a way to give back to the community. She knew people in BBBS who encouraged her to become one of their mentors. “I needed to give my time to something and connect with someone,” she explained. Both said that building a relationship with a Little is the core of being a Big. “Some of them come in with full plates,” said Chiodo. “It doesn’t happen
Dani Chiodo (left) and Kerri Mulder have different experiences, they both agree on the importance of mentoring with Big Brothers Big Sisters. Marks - Photo overnight, you have to ly in confidence and der’s Little made the earn their trust over self-esteem. huge transition from “You have to prestime. It’s like peeling public school to high ent them with opaway an onion.” school. Before getting However, she exportunities to take connected, her Little plained that once the risks, but be there as would have had a lot connection is there, the a safety net,” Chiodo of anxiety about such Big and Little become explained. a life change, but Mulalmost like extensions This helps the Little der was there to be of each other’s famibecome more conher pillar of support. lies. From there, the fident and stable in “It was a huge step mentor can help their the face of life events. for her,” Mulder said. charge grow, especial- For example, Mul“I talked her through
the transition, and she ended up doing it even better than I thought.” She said that anyone considering becoming a mentor needs to keep the idea of relationship-building in the forefront. “You need to be someone who is good with kids and can put in the time,” she said. “Abandonment is a huge concern and you have to prove that you’re there for them.” “There will be rough patches too,” said Chiodo. “But you have to be patient and remember that the organization is there to help.” Those curious about getting involved with the organization, whether as a big or by referring someone to become a little can visit their website at: bbbsmentors.ca
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Canines for Compassion a success
walked Cain estimated that The Rose Cottage Vis- Participants iting Volunteers host- from the Lincoln Plaza they reached their goal ed its seventh annual to Great Lakes Chris- of $10,000. “We would like to Canines for Compas- tian Highschool and Afterwards, thank all those who sion Walk on Satur- back. day to raise funds and Smoke & Moonshine supported our annual event through the awareness for their provided a free BBQ. Although the final many sponsors, pledgmany programs. esSPRING and volunteers,” she count –ofHEARING funds raised More than 100 dogs CONNECT HEARING STUDY, '19 of all breeds and siz- was had not been cal- said. “The wonderful 5.063” ×at 6” press 05/06/19 time, weather and particies were registered to culated walk along side their Rose Cottage execu- pants made the event humans for the event. tive director Sherry a great success!”
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PARENT, Daniel
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With extreme sorrow and profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Daniel Henry Parent (70), who passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday September 13, 2019. With grace, Dan had a short but courageous battle with cancer. Dan leaves behind his loving wife and best friend of 46 years, Anne, his sons Neil (Jenny), and Brad (Crystal), and his grandsons Finn, Stone and Zane. Dan will be missed by his brother Ted (Nanette), and sisters Mary-Jean (Hal) and Pauline (Ian). He will be reunited with his parents Gaspard and Jeanette and his sister Geri-Ann (Brian) Dan will also be mourned by his many siblings-in-law, nieces, nephews and friends. Dan had an easy-going manner. He had a soft spoken, fun-loving, honest and kind personality. These traits, along with his keen business sense, led Dan to build his own successful company, Multimodal Logistics, alongside his business partner Keith. He was a successful entrepreneur who treated his staff like family. He was proud that his sons followed in his footsteps starting their own logistics company. Dan, a true family man, placed family and friends above all else. He was always there in times of need, as well as joking around and socializing into the late hours. When not working, Dan coached hockey in Beamsville and later became a pickle ball player and avid golfer. He also picked up cooking as a hobby which he grew to love and made some incredible dishes. He loved the Montreal Canadians, the Leafs, and the Blue Jays and also loved to watch golf and tennis. Dan loved to explore the world with his favourite travel partner, Anne and often with other friends or family. No day was complete without music for Dan. He loved listening to music, particularly in his back yard while he gazed at his beautiful pond. Cremation has taken place. Guests will be received at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at St. Helen’s Church, (4106 Mountain Street, Beamsville, Ont. L0R 1B7), and mass will start at 12:00 pm. A Celebration of Life will follow at Heritage Village Recreation Club, (3425 Frederick Ave., Vineland, Ont. L0R 2C0) from 2:00 pm-5:00 pm. Parking is limited, however there is street parking, plaza as well as a nearby library and school parking lot. The family is grateful for the exceptional care provided by the entire staff at West Niagara Palliative Care Team, particularly nurse Paul who was polite and caring while providing comfort to Dan and the family. Additionally, we would like to thank the Beamsville Medical Centre for their support. In lieu of flowers, if desired, memorial contributions can be made to West Niagara Palliative Care or the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital Foundation. Online condolences at tallmanfuneralhomes.ca.
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Where have the rights of homeowners gone? People work their entire lives to earn a decent home which, of course, they would hope to enjoy for years and years. Perhaps that means having a nice garden out back to grow their own food, or perhaps gardens that are purely for beauty. Maybe they are social and love having friends and family over for barbecues and beverages around a pool. Well, if you live anywhere in the proximity of a cannabis growing greenhouse, is it proper that you are simply out of luck? Should those people be forced to endure the penetrating, dank weed smell that can be so thick you are sure you can actually see it? Yes, the feds legalized marijuana but they sure didn’t give an ounce (or even a gram) of thought to managing growth of the wacky weed. Whoever has the authority has to put a mechanism in place to allow for pushing these marijuana greenhouse out, away from residences and schools. If they cannot operate with zero impact on neighbours, they’re out, or their license pulled, something to give property owners power over their own domain. It is their right. M.W.
Stick to issues in federal election run Justin Trudeau is no more a racist than I am a cow murderer. What the heck am I on about? Let me explain. I love a great prime rib or barbecued steak. That doesn’t mean I killed a herd of cattle to get it. Yes, one could say the PM showed a decided lack of judgment going with a head-to-toe black (or brown) face look at a Halloween party years ago of which many have undoubtedly seen the images repeatedly over the last week after they were “unearthed” - and just in the middle of an election run...what are the chances? Yes, I’m an old white guy, but I don’t get the hubbub one iota, never have. It is not because I am of the privileged set, it is plainly because I just don’t think that way. It is not in my wiring. The only thing I think of when I see black face is Al Jolson’s ridiculous singing voice. In today’s political climate when the slightest turn of phrase can led be blown into career suicide, the hiding-behind-a-keyboard set take flight and this stuff churns and churns and churns. The issue for the PM is one of making a poor choice. If you, as a Canadian and voter decide that makes you question supporting everything he says and does, that is your prerogative. But let’s get off this racism bent because that has nothing to do with it. And here’s another comparator of which I have written in the past. Sports teams at my high school in Clinton had the moniker Redmen. This was a name of which we were fiercely proud. Our logo
MIKE WILLISCRAFT was not unlike the Chicago Black Hawks. We looked at that name as meaning honour, fair competition, no-quit, play hard...and we did all those things. When I started in Grade 9 in the Fall of 1978 I was nervous. Not because I was changing schools, but because of a long-standing tradition Central Huron Secondary School had - Slave Day. Yes, that’s right, I said it... Slave Day. That was the day when the whole school piled into the gym and the grubby Grade 9ers were marched across the stage with the student body president presiding over the auctioning of all the fresh new faces. The students had to carry the books to class, run errands, carry lunch and other menial tasks for their purchaser for one day. My dread was not due to the event as a whole, but because my older brother was a senior - kids in Grade 11 or higher were eligible to make an acquisition on slave day. He had me primed for a LONG day, let me tell you. However, he knew all the while there was a rule that siblings could not buy their younger counterparts, so I dodged that bullet and ended up having
a fun day. It was all in good fun and all money raised went to the year-end student dance...and that was in an era when bands like Triumph, April Wine and Loverboy were honing their skills playing the high school circuits. Can you imagine, just for a second, if Blessed Trinity rolled out a flyer to parents to let them know they were doing a fundraiser called, “Slave Day”? Honestly, I can’t. In this day and age people would be fired without quarrel. It simply wouldn’t happen. My point is not that is should happen, but we’re not talking that long ago when Slave Day was a good-natured fundraiser. Times change, and that is not a bad thing, but one thing I hate about media is how they fan flames when there really is nothing there. There was a poor choice by Trudeau in a era when it was not a poor choice, so what is it really. If I dress up like Hitler this Halloween (no, I would not do that) does that make me a Nazi? Of course it doesn’t. Let’s stick to the issues, economic plans, managing the deficit, moving the country forward in this federal election run. There are too many important things to shine light on and for Canadians to be informed about before there is any time wasted on a silly choice from long ago. I get that political tactic from the opposition, but I won’t fall for that smokescreen. I am not say who to vote for one way or the other. Decide on the issues people. Andrew Scheer is his own bag of toys, but as with any election, get informed and vote how you think best.
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BDSS remembered with ‘history exchange’ tion and items which went into their “history exchange” came from both the museum and the Friends of Lincoln Archives. McDonald and Srikanth said they wanted to thank the Friends of Lincoln archivists along with “everyone who shared their stories and opinions on the school”. They especially thanked Lisa Mercier, the cultural curator at the museum, who mentored the girls. “We’d also definitely like to thank Lisa, she’s been our rock in this,” said McDonald. The girls said the project is also a little
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