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Compromise driving Lincoln: mayor By Tristan Marks NewsNow Valentine’s Day morning’s weather was no match for the warm atmosphere of gratitude and appreciation at the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce’s Breakfast with Politicians at the Ramada Jordan Beacon Harbourside. Political leaders from all four levels of government in Lincoln spoke about the issues and priorities they are tackling.

Niagara West MP Dean Allison, Niagara West MPP Sam Oosterhoff, Lincoln Reg. Coun. Rob Foster, and Mayor Sandra Easton filled out the lineup. While discussing items specific to their level of government, each echoed the same themes of collaboration and unity across all government to better serve the people of Lincoln. After some kind words for the Lincoln Chamber - as a former pres-

ident - and other guests present, Allison launched into commenting on issues facing Canada’s economy on the horizon from his perspective as Critic of International Trade. Allison spoke about international hazards threatening trade such as the Coronavirus epidemic, but also domestic “issues of unity” exemplified by the proposed Teck Frontier mine in Alberta. “These things could have a major impact on us,” said Allison.

Allison also highlighted some successes Canada has achieved in the arena of international trade, such as progressing towards ratifying the successor to NAFTA in Canada. He announced that it passed its first reading in the House of Commons last week. The MP also addressed local issues during his talk noting he heard many of his constituents come to him with complaints about cannabis See POLITICS, Page 3

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From Page 1 odour while on the campaign trail last year. He said that he would “look into introducing a private member’s bill” that would attempt to help address the issue from a federal level. Oosterhoff started his talk by highlighting the Government of Ontario’s current undertakings. He first touched on the education portfolio, emphasizing that the government was still pursuing an agreement with the teachers’ union. “We are committed to getting a deal made,” said Oosterhoff. He also spoke about the state of Ontario’s economy. “Last year, 74 per cent of all jobs created in the country were in Ontario,” said Oosterhoff. According to statistics shared by the MPP,

(L to R) Niagara West MP Dean Allison, Reg. Coun. Rob Foster, Mayor Sandra Easton and Niagara West MPP Sam Oosterhoff were all speakers at Lincoln Chamber of Commerce’s Politicians’ Breakfast last Friday. Marks - Photo this prosperity was be- ity comes a cost, sug- garbage tag and lowering felt in Niagara. He gested Foster. He noted tier share price increassaid that the Region’s there would be a “fairly es reflect new controls unemployment had fall- significant” increase in to protect the environen to 4.7 per cent, “the taxes across the Region. ment and strategies to “No municipal politi- extend the lifespan of first time in 20 years it has been under five per cian wants to increase Niagara’s landfills. property tax,” said FosFoster also mencent.” Foster agreed with ter, adding this was tioned that the Region Oosterhoff’s assess- necessary to match ser- was working with Linment that Niagara is vices to the growth of coln to increase road the region. safety with projects like strong. In that same vein, he safety zones and more. “The position right across Niagara is that, spoke to the recent Specifically, the Region at long last, it is Niaga- changes with the Re- is aiming to install red gion’s waste manage- light cameras in Vinera’s time,” said Foster. With that prosper- ment contracts. The land this year.

Foster touched on the upcoming Canada Summer Games that will be held in Niagara in 2021. He encouraged all present to consider volunteering. Mayor Easton opted to not give any update on Lincoln leaving that for the upcoming Mayor’s Luncheon in April. Instead, she gave some love to her colleagues and counterparts around the room. “Good governance is a big issue,” said Easton. “In 2020, you cannot be isolated in an island.” She held up some examples of good governance found in cooperation between Lincoln and the higher tiers of governments. She lauded each of the previous speakers for their support and help with local issues affecting the Town. Easton also sent some love to Lincoln’s town council. “I’m very proud to

lead this council,” she said adding that, while the councillors were “always prepared for debate” they understood that good governance required “to leave egos at the door” to find compromise. “I’m proud to say that there are rarely empty seats at our council meeting and Committee of the Whole meetings,” said Easton. “If you don’t have an affinity for compromise, you should never become a politician. The objective is always to find that compromise that will be in the best interests of the community.” In the end, she said, the voter is the best judge of effectiveness, ending her speech by drawing on all the optimism shared by the previous speakers. “Lincoln is poised for great things ahead,” she concluded.

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UPCOMING EVENTS West Lincoln Memorial Auxiliary presents it’s Ninth Annual Lasagna Dinner. Fri. Feb 21st at Mountainview Christian Reformed Church (290, Main Street Grimsby) Doors open at 5:30pm, Dinner at 6:30pm. Tickets $25/pers. Available at the Auxiliary office (no tickets available at the door) Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids Sake - Ignite the glow Saturday Feb. 22, Tuesday Feb. 25 and Saturday Feb. 29. Dress up, bowl, win prizes and have fun! $60 to bowl. To learn more call 905-646-3230 or visit bbbsmentors.ca. Free Skate at the Peach King Centre on Feb. 23, from 3:10 – to 4:30 p.m Sponsored by 1st North Grimsby Scouting Group in recognition of Scout/ Guide week 2020. Grimsby Garden Club - Mon. Feb. 24 in the Livingston Activity Centre. Coffee time at 7pm, Speaker at 7:30pm. George Scott will inform us with a presentation on Niagara Bees. Annual Pancake Supper at St. Luke’s Anglican Church. Come for Sausage, dessert, tea or coffee from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 25. Tickets cost $8 for adults and $4 for children 5-10. Children under age 5 eat for FREE! Golfi_NewsNowSPEC.pdf PancakeRobSupper – Tues., Feb. 1

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25 pancake & sausage supper complete with fresh fruit toppings, whipped cream and syrup. Jordan Station United Church, 4105 Bridgeport Drive, Jordan Station, from 5pm - 7pm. Adults $10 | Children (under 10) $5. All are welcome. Pancake Supper – Feb. 25, 5 – 7 PM. Gluten-free pancakes available. Pay-as-you-can donation. Memory Hall, Trinity United Church 100 Main St. W. Grimsby Meaningful Conversations hosted by the Baha’i community. Wednesdays from 7:30-9 p.m. at the Livingston Activity Centre. Feb. 26 - Realizing the Equality of Women and Men. March 4 - Overcoming our Differences. March 11 - Finding Purpose in our Lives Pre-Teen Dance for Students in Grades 4 to 8, Fri., March 6, 7-10 pm. Peach King Arena, Grimsby. $10. at the door MUSIC: by DJ Maurice of RJM Sounds. Door Prize: and Four Dance Prizes. Profit To: Renovate MacKids Paediatric Cancer Ward - Teen Lounge. The World Day of Prayer, March 6th at 2 p.m. - St. Helen Catholic Church, Beamsville Come join us in prayer and fellowship as to how we can develop our Faith, Justice, 2019-03-05 Respect 12:21 PM and Hope. Solidarity,

Refreshments follow. ‘SoulSaysYou’ Sara Weiss and Gerard Petcshe – Sunday March 8 will be leading spiritual worship through music at 11 am at the Jordan Station United Church, 4105 Bridgeport Drive, Jordan Station, ON L0R 1S0 phone (905) 562-4454 - ALL ARE WELCOME St-Patrick’s Day event in profit of Rose cottage Visiting Volunteers March 17th at Smoke and Moonshine restaurant in Beamsville. Half price appetizers from 3 to 6pm and Entertainment by Olearia from 5:30pm to 9pm. Silent auction, $5 tap wine and beer. Receive a coupon for a FREE of beignets with a $10 donation to Rose Cottage. 2020 Workshop series Acrylics presented by Anne More March 28. All workshops sponsored by the Lakeside Pumphouse Artists’ Association. Session from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Registration fee $50 for LPAA members, $55 for nonmembers. Info: grimsbylpaa. org Giant CFUW Book Sale Sat. April 18 9-1 at the Livingston activity Centre. Donations gracefully accepted Fri. April 17 9am to 5pm. Info 905-9452433. Proceed to scholarship fund. REVOLVING EVENTS

St. Helen Bingo - Progressive Jackpot Feb 20 at 11 a.m. at the Beamsville Legion: $1200. Feb 21 at 7 p.m. at St. Helen Church: $2100. Also, thousands of dollars in cash prizes every week. Admission is free. Hot food is available. Info: 905562-7427 Grimsby Legion Branch 127 Friday night Entertainment 8:30-12pm, various bands, karaoke, etc. Meat Draws -3:00pm Saturdays, Saturday Night Dance – 9pm-1am, Sunday, 12-6pm, NFL Football on the Big Screen, Kitchen open, Everyone is welcome to all events. Smithville Legion Jan. events. Weekly: Mon – Sun Free Pool Open to Close. Tues. Cribbage 2-4 pm. Thurs. Euchre 2-4 pm. Sun. Kiwanis Bingo 8-9pm... Friday February 21st Progressive Euchre 7pm. Sat. February 22nd Candy Bar Bingo 10am Thurs. February 27th Chicken and Pasta Dinner 5:30pm.$12 General Public $10 Members and Seniors, $8 Veterans and Kids 10 and under. Interested in becoming a member? See a bar steward for more details! 905-957-3935 Beamsville Toastmasters Want to know how to speak courageously? Looking to enhance your leadership skills? We can help! Join us every

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Best Fish & Chips in Town Immanuel An didn’t know what to think the first time he tried fish and chips. The South Korean-born An was studying for his MBA in London, England, when he, his wife Jessica, and their two young children had their first taste of the British staple. “To be honest with you, the first time, I didn’t know what to think. It’s different,” An said. Today, more than 20 years after his introduction to English-style fish and chips, An has more definite ideas about the popular take-away meal. Fish and chips has become a way of life for him and Jessica as the founders of Union Jack Fish and Chips, a local chain with six locations and 35 employees throughout Niagara and into Burlington. Serving battered fish filets and fries is also the new Canadians’ way of building community and saying thanks to their adopted homeland. “(Canada) gave our country freedom (during the Korean War),” An said. “We’re so proud of our Canadian citizenship. Because of your blood, your sacrifice, we have our freedom. We want

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Further review called for Silverdale Gun Club expansion By Joanne McDonald For NewsNow An application for a zoning bylaw amendment to allow the expansion of a gun club in St. Anns is back with West Lincoln planning staff for further review. Members of the WL planning/building/environmental committee heard details Monday presented by IBI Group for Silverdale Sports Centre Ltd to rezone a 2.8 hectare portion of agricultural land to allow for expansion onto property abutting the current location of the Silverdale Gun Club on Concession 4 Road. The rezoning would legalize four existing gun ranges that were built without zoning or site plan approval and add four new ranges. One range was constructed within provincially significant wetlands, the St. Anns Slough Forest, and the gun club has worked with the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) to restore the area. “The Region and the NPCA have identified several areas of concern and have indicated that they cannot support this application at this time,” WL planner Gerrit Boerema said in his report. WL planning staff received notice from a neighbour regarding noise and stray bullets. Planning staff in 2018 met with staff from the Ontario Chief Firearms Office who confirmed that Silverdale Gun Club was meeting their regulatory standards and was considered a safe gun club. From the WL planning report: “They have conducted investigations in the past into stray bullets and concluded that they could not have come from Silverdale Gun Club.”

Silverdale is an outdoor training and competition facility operating for the past 50 years. It is one of the few ranges across Canada to provide training and recertification for police and specialized forces. IBI Group associate director John Ariens said Silverdale accommodates many championship and competitive events that attract hundreds of tourists. He said the gun range expansion will increase opportunity for tourism and employment which will contribute to the local economy. The land is owned and operated by Joan Miller in the corporate name of Silverdale Sports Centre Ltd. Miller also owns the property with the main gun club establishment, the Silverdale Gun Club. While the applicant considers it an expansion to a legal existing use, the Township planning staff see it as an establishment of a new use as it is on a separate parcel of land. Township staff say the proposed development can only be considered an expansion if the properties are to merge. Without merger, an Official Plan (OP) amendment would be required. IBI Group says that merger is not warranted, that the development is not a new use and therefore permitted in the OP. Ariens told the committee that merging of title is not necessary and said that split or dual zoning to include different zones on the same parcel isn’t unusual. Committee members raised concerns around land use, environmental impacts, safety and benefits to the municipality.

Coun. Mike Rehner said agricultural land was for agriculture asking how “bullets flying” supported those uses. Ariens said berms are more than 25 feet high “and no bullet can stray above the berms.” Rehner said the NPCA had concerns regarding impact on the wetlands. “We have worked closely with the NPCA and environmental

agencies to remove the illegal extension into the wetlands and a remediation permit has been awarded to restore the wetland feature,” said Ariens. As for other environmental concerns, “we are confident we can work with the Township and Conservation Authority.” Ariens said expansion is important to allow the gun club to host world

class competitions as well as the ongoing regular training services. IBI Group planner and project manager Brianne Comley said the expansion will create tourism and contribute to economic development for West Lincoln. Committee chair Coun. Cheryl Gannan questioned the economic benefits of the gun club to the municipality. She

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GPAG fundraising auction March 27 The Grimsby Public Art Gallery (GPAG) is set for a British Invasion at its annual fundraising auction on Saturday, March 28. This year’s theme is “All you need is love”, and will be an evening of art, silent and live auctions, door prizes, gourmet treats, cash bar, Beatles music, and much more. Money raised through the auction

will support exhibitions and educational programs at GPAG throughout 2020. There will also be a free public preview and artists reception the day before the event, March 27. Tickets cost $35 and are on sale now. Purchase by phoning the Gallery 905-945-3246 or visiting the Gallery in person.

Two charged under interim cannabis by-law Individuals charged under the Town of Lincoln’s Cannabis Interim Control By-Law appeared in court at the Welland Provincial Offence Court on Feb.

13 and plead guilty on two charges. The conviction resulted in a fine of $4,000. An investigation by the Town’s Municipal Law Officer de-

termined operation on 3280 Cosby Rd. in Beamsville was in violation of the Cannabis Interim Control By-law.

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Larry McIntosh and Jenn Roberts (Left) were among the players who came out for trivia night at Trinity United Church on Saturday. Marks - Photo

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Family Day a piece of cake

(Left) Ayla and mom, Corinne Rowland put on the final touches for a cake decorating contest at the Fleming Centre on Family Day. Marks - Photo

It is that time of year, again, for us to humbly seek your support. Over the last several weeks, many readers have ventured in our door asking if it was time to renew their volunteer pay subscriptions. It is that time. To be extremely clear, everyone who chooses to should be and continue to receive their weekly edition of NewsNow regardless of any contribution made to support our LOCAL, independent community Newspaper. NewsNow has continued to not only survive but grow slowly in the face of corporate competition and limited digital media pressure and we look forward to serving our dedicated readers and advertisers in the decade to come and long beyond!

Based on the excellent feedback from last year’s volunteer pay subscription drive, we are launching Year 3! Is NewsNow’s independent, accurate voice in the community of value to you? Would you like to support NewsNow in its efforts? This is your opportunity.

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Simply, this means, rain (or snow) or shine, you will always – each and every week – receive your copy of NewsNow. That will NOT change!!!! The one thing we have adjusted is the suggested amound - but any amount is greatly appreciated - for the suggested donation amount after the vast majority who supported us said, “Why so cheap?” For that reason:

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(L-R) Deacon Sean Reid and Fr. Mark Luimes from Our Lady of Pochaev Russian Orthodox Church lead a service to bless Forty Mile Creek at Coronation Park for Theophany last month. Submitted photo.

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Feelin’ the Forty love!

Noell Baran (right) drops a ticket in for a 50/50 draw with Franca Vavaratsos of Gillian’s Place - at Feb. 14’s Fridays in February at the Forty Public House. Friday’s event was in support of the women’s shelter. This Friday, Feb. 21, Chris Saylor takes to the stage at 8 p.m. for night #3 of the series in support of Rose Cottage Visiting Volunteers. Marks - Photo

Moving on in West Lincoln Monday was a big day in West Lincoln. Yes, it was Family Day, but it also marked the first full day of activities for this event at the new facility. This fact was highlighted by the unveiling of the donor wall, which celebrates those in the community who stepped up financially to help make the new community centre happen. Without a doubt, the MURS (can we finally bury that name now) will live in history right up there with the wind turbines in terms of municipal divisiveness. The problems with the planning were never about the need of the centre, but centred mainly on some of the sleight of hand used to back the council of the day into approving the escalated cost structure. That, too, now is history. The community centre is an impressive structure, one which will provide many great memories for the community for decades. Time to look ahead to those events. M.W.

Grimsby could use Easton’s advice Not surprisingly, all anyone wanted to talk about this week was Grimsby council, as in, “What’s going on with Grimsby Council?” To which I would just shrug, cause I have absolutely no idea. It’s been like driving by an accident in that one seems to have to look even though there is little desire to do so. Nothing from last week’s charade will be relived but one major point must be clarified. Both when Coun. Dave Sharpe came into the NewsNow office in January for a chat and again last week on social media, he referenced my bias with regards to the CAO Harry Schlange. In my office, he said he didn’t want to talk about the CAO because my bias where he was concerned would skew any comments. So, on that, I’d just like to note I really don’t know the man. I have had two discussions with him, both professional and if I sent him an inquiry, it was always answered promptly and appropriately. There is no bone to pick between the CAO and me. What I noted to Sharpe at the time was, for our discussion and moving forward, we can pack up any possible CAO matter and put it in a box on the shelf and still have a truck load of issues which the council needs to work through as a team if it is to achieve anything in the remainder of its term. I would love to see the lot of them locked in a room with Lincoln Mayor Sandra Easton, the mayor having a yard stick in hand, until they agreed to stop behaving like elementary school students banished to detention. It was interesting to note that two members of the Grimsby Five were in attendance at Lincoln Chamber

MIKE WILLISCRAFT of Commerce’s politicians’ breakfast last Friday. Too bad they weren’t all on hand to hear Lincoln’s philosophy for working through issues, which started with “leave egos at the door”. “I’m proud to say that there are rarely empty seats at our council meeting and Committee of the Whole meetings,” said Easton. “If you don’t have an affinity for compromise, you should never become a politician. The objective is always to find that compromise that will be in the best interests of the community.” I must admit, I laughed out loud at the “empty seat” remark coming on the heels of the Grimsby Five no-show extravaganza on Feb. 5. Instead of trying to deflect or justify their actions, these characters need to look at themselves in the face and reconsider their tack. The thing all need to remember is nobody is without fault, but some have gone out of their way to fan flames of outright hate. Taking Easton’s comments into consideration, I offer up the not one, but two heated exchanges conjured up by Coun. Randy Vaine last Monday, Feb. 17, before the council meeting which would include the contentious closed session “debate”

would even take place. First, he shouted down Coun. Lianne Vardy who had circulated an email noting her serious asthma issues compounded by scents and colognes. Vaine took exception to this somehow shouting Vardy had singled him out to clerk Sarah Kim and that his scent was prescribed by his doctor. While there seemed no resolution to that issue, Vaine quickly followed that by waving his name plate in the air voicing his serious displeasure - and I understate this considerably - with Mayor Jeff Jordan. Jordan had jockeyed councillors’ seating arrangements to break up the right vs left of the table. Vaine wanted to remain with his amigos it would seem and let the mayor know it by changing name plates to signify he would sit in his previous spot. When he went to the washroom, Jordan switched the name plate positions again, which sent Vaine off with claims the mayor was “breaking the law” since he was under doctor’s orders to wear his scent and that could adversely affect Vardy. Mixed in there was a “you’ll hear from my lawyer.” Meanwhile, Coun. Reg Freake - in between them acting as referee - could be heard telling Vaine to sit down and leave the matter to be dealt with in closed session, which is both good and bad. I don’t think council seating arrangements is in the Municipal Act under closed session justifications, but it may be in the Grimsby Five handbook, not sure. So remember, all this was before the meeting even started so no wonder the meetings are full of tension and anxiety.

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The invitation is out for everyone - men, women and children of all ages - to join the 2020 World Day of Prayer on March 6. A local World Day of Prayer service will be held at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 10 Mountain St. Grimsby at 2 pm. This year’s event will focus on Zimbabwe and the obstacles its women have met as well as the hopes they have for the future. For more information Hodgen by email at admin@stjohnsgrimsby.com or Christina Pleizier by email at pleizier@ cogeco.ca. Pleizier can also be reached via phone by calling. 289-235-8509.

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SALERNO

MOZZARELLA CHEESE 100 gram ............. FISH:

FROZEN

SEAFOOD MIX FROZEN

SARDINES CAFE

600 gram ......................

750 gram .............................

1.32 2.06

8.49ea 4.99ea

$ $

BREAKFAST: 2 SLICES OF TOAST, 2 SLICES OF BACON, 2 FRIED EGGS, COFFEE OR TEA ....................... $4.99ea FROZEN

MEAT LASAGNA 5 lb. ....................... $16.49ea THURSDAY ONLY:

VEAL PARMIGIANNI ON A BUN .. $7.99ea

Large Flat of

WHITE EGGS $

PORK LARD

6.99 ea.

7 lb. Pail

1350ea.

BEEF TALLOW $

7 lb. Pail

1350ea.

SWEET PICKLED

PORK RIBLETS CUT FROM CANADA GR AA OR HIGHLAND NATURALLY SMOKED HIGHER BONELESS

FRESH LEAN

TOP SIRLOIN ROAST 5 LB. BOX BACON GROUND TURKEY 13.21 kg.

$ 99

lb.

$ MEAT bALLS.................. HIGHLANDS 3 Lb. COOkED bEEF

905-662-8396

ea.

11.00 kg.

10.99

MANY MORE IN-STORE SPECIALS

$ 99

Specials effective Thursday, February 20th - Wednesday, Februrary 26th, 2020

ea.

lb.

7 lb. Pail

2499ea.

CURED NAVEL BEEF $

4 lb. Pail

1679ea.

DUCK FAT

300 gram

$ 49

ea. or

2999

OLIEBOLLEN

ea.

AND APPLE FRITTERS

EVERY SATURDAY FROM 11-3 PM