NewsNow E-Edition January 12 2023

Regional transit consolidated

By Mike Williscraft NewsNow

In what could best be described as a fancy housekeeping matter, Niagara’s regional transit system is now consolidated.

Although the system is now considered “new”, there will essentially be no changes – in the short term –according to transit officials.

“Although riders will not experience any changes to bus routes, schedules, OnDemand and specialized transit services, they might see a change in fare prices and technology helping to align transit fares and services across Niagara,” states a release issue by NRT (Niagara Regional Transit).

Having a consolidated transit system, which would connect all 12 Niagara municipalities, was a stipulation issued by the Ford government if GO transit expansion into the region was to be considered.

Initial projections presented to local councils in 2022 met with significant concerns as cost charts showed minimal economic impacts for the first few years but jumped significantly by the fourth

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From Page 1 and fifth year.

While all 12 member municipalities in Niagara voted to support the amalgamation of transit systems, West Lincoln and Wainfleet were permitted to opt out of any financial impacts when the move was approved.

“The Council at the time was not interested in contributing financially to this service as there was no clear indication when improvements of public transit services would actually come to reality within our community,” said West Lincoln Coun. Wiliam Reilly, who sits as a commissioner on the new transit board.

“I believe it was estimated that we

wouldn’t see any changes locally to public transit service for at least seven years, and potentially longer.”

Reilly noted part of his job on the commission is keeping a close eye on costs and how the system evolves.

“As one of the commissioners, I remain focused on doing what I can to be a voice of reason in overseeing the successful transition of the amalgamated transit service and assets, while looking for ways to improve efficiencies, and responsibly expanding operations under a fiscally balanced approach,” said Reilly.

“As our community grows we will need to address the public

transit in our community, or lack thereof.”

While, essentially, it is only the brand which has changed - not the service or fares – NRT general manager Carla Stout says the change should streamline the system.

“The new Niagara Region Transit will facilitate better access to jobs and services in Niagara, opening up new options for residents in neighbouring municipalities, and new markets for businesses,” said Stout.

“In addition, it will provide residents with more sustainable and environmentallyfriendly public transit options which will help our local environment by reducing traffic congestion and greenhouse gas emissions.”

LOVE TO SING?

Welcoming all ages 55+.

Come join the Grimsby Celebration Choir on Tuesday afternoons from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m., on our NEW YEAR start up date Tuesday, January 10th, 2023 at the Peach King Centre Auditorium, Grimsby. A great afternoon of musical fellowship, and fun. For more information contact Joan White at 905-309-9469 or joanwhite@bell.net

How to sidestep financial distress with your 2023 mortgage renewal.

Is your mortgage renewing this year, and you worry that you can’t afford the payment?

Tip #1: Rewrite your mortgage for the longest amortization offered. Typically, the maximum is 30 years, but there are some companies that have re-introduced the 40-year amortization. Stretching the amortization - the time it takes to pay off a mortgage in full - reduces your payment. Try not to think of extending the amortization as a setback; When rates eventually drop, you can rewrite the amortization to restore your original repayment timeline.

Tip #2: Consolidate your other debt at time of mortgage renewal. Your new mortgage payment for the consolidated amount could be less than the sum of the individual payments you currently make each month on the non-mortgage debts, such as a car loan, or credit cards.

Tip #3: Don’t assume that you are getting the best advice from your renewal contact person, or your personal banker. Let me provide you with a free mortgage review; You’ve got nothing to lose, and possibly thousands to gain!

I predict this year we will see more financial institutions and mortgage insurance providers using emergency loan-modification options (referred to as loan workouts) to allow certain struggling homeowners in extreme cases to reduce or defer mortgage payment so that default is averted. I’ll do my best to ensure that you are not one of these cases!

B.A.Econ., Principal Broker

7 Livingston Avenue, Grimsby, ON L3M 1K4 Tel: 905.309.8850 email: margo@mymortgageadvisor.ca www.mymortgageadvisor.ca

Margo Wynhofen,

By Mike Williscraft NewsNow

When one door closes, another opens. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Niagara (BBBS) is proof of that.

BBBS office at 18 Ontario St., Grimsby, closed its doors as of Dec. 21 last month.

Last week, the organization announced it would be opening up shop at 4309 Central Ave., Beamsville.

If that address sounds familiar, it should as it has been the long-time home of Community Care of West Niagara for many years.

“With this new location, the goal is to serve more children and youth, recruit more volunteers, strengthen partnerships and increase our programs and services in West Niagara. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Niagara looks forward to increasing their presence in all areas of Niagara and collaborating with other social service providers,” states a BBBS release.

“Although they have different focuses and service models, there are parallels between the two charitable organizations.”

Nicole Boccia, BBBS marketing and communications officer, said the organization has been undergoing major changes in recent years as it attempts to adjust to various pressures created by COVID-19 impacts.

While staff had to be reduced when COVID first hit, BBBS has been able to reposition and now all has returned to its original capacity.

“Right now we are running at full capacity and have also merged with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Niagara agency to become Big Brothers Big Sisters of Niagara as well,” said Boccia.

“We will have a couple of staff working at the (Beamsville) office every week, right

now they will be there on a by-appointment basis.”

Individuals in need can come to CCWN and obtain food, clothing and emergency assistance. Community Care of West Niagara helps to bridge the gap to self-sufficiency by supporting our community members experiencing poverty.

BBBS provides mentoring services and support for vulnerable children and youth ages 6-18 and their families. Children and youth who receive mentorship from a caring adult have higher self-confidence and are better equipped to overcome life’s challenges. The demand for BBBS services is at an all-time high in Niagara.

Because of these packages of services, CCWN executive director Carole Fuhrer says the shared location is a natural fit.

“It’s a tremendous pleasure working alongside Big Brothers Big Sisters of Niagara in service to our community,” said Fuhrer.

“We look forward to many collaborative efforts as we believe their programs are essential to the vitality of West Niagara.”

For Erin Graybiel, BBBS executive director, the new connection should help both agencies.

“We are very excited to be working more closely with Community Care of West Niagara to support children, youth and families,” said Graybiel.

“This new location will allow for increased sharing of resources and cross- referrals between the two agencies.”

Any BBBS inquiries can be directed to Boccia at 905 646 3230, etc. 226, or email: Nicole.boccia@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

For CCWN, contact Fuhrer at 905-5635822, ext. 5, or email: carole@communitycarewn.ca

Strut your stuff at Grimsby Museum

Fill a case or a base with your own collections.

Become a museum curator and share your collections at the Grimsby Museum.

From pet rock collections to priceless family heirlooms, the Grimsby Museum is seeking collections from the community to include in a temporary exhibit opening in 2023.

“We need collections from kids, teens, adults and seniors,” said Tif-

fany Tifan, Grimsby Museum’s collections coordinator.

“Collectors – of all ages – can set up their own display in a museum case or base with the assistance of the museum. Collections will be displayed with other collections from members of the community to

create a community curated display.”

A biography and description can be displayed with collections as well.

“Anyone interested in learning more about securing a display case can fill out an application form or contact Tifan directly, 905309-2093.

318 Canborough St. P.O. Box 400 Smithville, ON L0R 2A0 T: 905-957-3346 F: 905-957-3219 www.westlincoln.ca

NOTICE TO LOCAL NON PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING UNDER THE CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP FUND PROGRAM

The Township of West Lincoln is accepting applications from local non-profit organizations, for consideration under its 2023 Corporate Sponsorship Fund program. There is limited funding therefore there is no guarantee that all applications will be approved or in the full requested amount.

A copy of the application form and policy/criteria may be downloaded from the Township’s Web Site at www.westlincoln.ca refer to “Township Office” heading, click subfolder “Community Grants” or contact the Township Administration Office at 318 Canborough Street, Smithville, during regular office hours to arrange pickup or for staff to mail you the application.

Please note that if your application is considered further documentation may be requested.

Applications may be emailed, mailed or faxed to the undersigned by no later than February 18th, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.

Joanne Scime, Director of Legislative Services/Clerk

318 Canborough Street, P.O. Box 400 Smithville, Ontario L0R 2A0

Fax: (905) 957-3219

Email: jscime@westlincoln.ca

Grimsby Shoppers robbed last week

Detectives from Niagara Regional Police’s 8 District Grimsby are investigating an early morning pharmacy break and enter on Jan. 2 in Grimsby. The investigation has shown assailants forced entry to the Shoppers Drug Mart in Grimsby Square Plaza at approximately 5 a.m.

Two male suspects entered the St. Andrews Avenue location.

According to police, once in the store the suspects targeted the cologne section, stealing a quantity of men’s cologne, specifically the brands of:

Tom Ford, Chanel, and Dolce Gabbana. The value of the stolen merchandise is believed to exceed $9,000. The suspects then fled the area in a white Volkswagen four-door SUV. The Volkswagen had a full sunroof and is believed to be a newer model.

Suspects descriptions:

• Suspect 1 - White male, approximately 5’9’’ in height, slender build, wearing a balaclava ski mask with two eye holes and a mouth hole, dark hooded coat, red pajama pants with numerous white emblems scattered throughout, black

sneakers with a white rim around the bottom of the shoe, and brown and black construction style gloves.

• Suspect 2 - White male, approximately 5’11’’ in height, slender build, ski mask with one large hole for the face, brown coat with a black upside-down tear drop emblem on the shoulder, Adidas track pants, black sneakers, and black gloves.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact detectives by calling 905-688-4111, option 3, extension 1009935.

Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously can contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477.

TRENDY TROPICALS

Niagara Region has initiated a Schedule ‘B’ Municipal Class Environmental Assessment to investigate alternative trunk main routes for conveying water from the Grimsby Water Treatment Plant to the Parkridge Reservoir. The proposed study area is within the Town of Grimsby bounded by Lake Ontario to the north, Mud St. to the south, Stoney Creek to the west and the Town of Lincoln to the east.

The need for a new trunk main from the Grimsby Water Treatment Plant to the Parkridge Reservoir was identified in the Region’s 2016 Master Servicing Plan to support future growth. This project will allow for a more efficient operation of the overall water distribution system while ensuring the new capacity and future flow demand requirements are met.

This study is being conducted as a Schedule ‘‘B’’ Class Environmental Assessment, satisfying Phases 1 and 2 of the Municipal Engineers Association Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process, which is a planning process approved under Ontario’s Environmental Assessment Act. This study will define the study need, describe the existing conditions in the study area, develop and evaluate alternative routes, determine a feasible solution, and

Notice of Study Commencement

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Town of Grimsby

New Trunk Main from Grimsby Water Treatment Plant to Parkridge Reservoir

identify methods to avoid or minimize impacts to the community and natural environment.

Niagara Region encourages the public and stakeholders to participate in this planning process. A Public Information Centre will be planned in 2023 to present details about the study, the process used to decide on possible solutions and allow you the opportunity to share your comments and concerns.

Notification of the Public Information Centre will be advertised in the local newspapers and Niagara Region’s website. Upon completion of the study, a Project File Report documenting the study process will be prepared and made available for public review and comment. Anyone who wishes to comment on or to be involved in this study should indicate their interest, preferably in writing to the following:

Gino Giancola, B.Sc., C.E.T, PMP®

Senior Project Manager

Water-Wastewater Services

Niagara Region 3501 Schmon Pkwy., PO Box 1042 Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 905-980-6000 ext.3735 Fax: 905-685-5205 gino.giancola@niagararegion.ca

Rafiq Qutub, M.Eng., P.Eng., PSAP Consultant Project Manager

GM BluePlan Engineering Limited 1266 South Service Rd., Unit C31 Stoney Creek, ON L8E 5R9 647-248-7813 rafiq.qutub@gmblueplan.ca

Personal information collected or submitted in writing at public meetings will be collected, used and disclosed by members of Regional Council and Regional staff in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The written submissions including names, contact information and reports of the

public meeting will be made available. Questions should be referred to the Privacy Office at 905-980-6000, ext. 3779 or FOI@niagararegion.ca.

If you require any accommodations in order to attend and participate in meetings or events, please let us know in advance so that arrangements can be made in a timely manner. Please contact the Accessibility Advisory Coordinator at 905-980-6000, ext. 3252 or accessibility@niagararegion.ca.

This notice was first issued on Jan. 12, 2023.

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Readers help update Winona Beach Inn-fo

More about Winona Beach Inn.

The building at the foot of Station Road (Winona Road) was built in the late 1890s when the Hamilton, Grimsby and Beamsville Radial Railway (HG&B) was going through Winona.

A group of Hamilton people, probably cottagers, incorporated the Winona Park Club to provide beach access.

They created the park and built the Winona Club House as a family resort on the lake. It seems to have been a quality establishment, much used by the legal profession of Hamilton for meetings and other events.

The hotel seems to

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have survived a fire which destroyed cottages and fishing huts in 1913, but the beach faded away as a destination in the early 1920s.

The hotel operated until World War I, except for 1917 when it accommodated about 50 seasonal farm workers. The Hotel opened again in 1923 under the ownership of Messrs. Campbell and Wall.

It offered boating, fishing, tennis, bathing, and dancing to live bands on Wednesday and Saturday nights.

The hotel seemed to close again for a few

years, and was used in 1935 and 1936 as a summer camp for Livingston United Church in Hamilton.

A newspaper advertisement in 1939 shows the building in operation again in as the Winona Country Club under the management of W.J. Murphy.

After Club El Morocco in Fruitland burned, it took over the Winona Beach Inn which then became Club El Morocco. More recently this building was known as Liuna Gardens, soon to become the site of beautiful condos.

Thanks to readers Maureen and Jerry, Bill S., and also Wayne at the Grimsby Historical Society Archives.

Team Lincoln in the penalty box, two minutes for having too much fun! (L-R) Councillors Mike Mikolic, Tony Brunet, JD Pachereva, Lincoln Mayor Sandra Easton, Coun. Greg Reimer, Reg. Coun. Rob Foster, Councillors Lynn Timmers, Anna Murre and Adam Russell.

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Celebrating the new year are Nuwan Sirimanna and Veroni Wijesinghe with their children, Vihann, 8, and Aavya, 6.

Catching up on local news (L-R) are Judith Wintermute, Jerry Tomlinson, Judy Tomlinson and Dorothy Barefoot.

Jack Weir, 6, finds his skating legs with encouragement from his dad Craig Weir.

Enjoying the New Year Levee (L-R) are Stephanie Xamin with her children Patrick, 3, and Sophie, 9.

Cheevers, Laura

(August 10, 1929 – December 24, 2022)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Laura Cheevers on December 24, 2022 at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Leo Cheevers (2000). Cherished mother of Cathy McNiven (Mike) Patty McAnally (Gregg) and Lorrie Cheevers. Laura was a loving grandmother to Mark (Cassie), Katie (Crick), Todd (Julia), Beth (Aaron), Andrew and Erin. She was affectionately known as GG to her great grandchildren Dev, Eli, Evan, Ellie, Taylor and Jacob. Laura will be sadly missed by her dear sister, Eleanor Condotta and her many nieces and nephews. We all feel so grateful to have called you Mom, Gramma, GG, sister, aunt: you are forever in our hearts.

Cremation has taken place and a funeral mass will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grimsby on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a Celebration of Life at Tallman Funeral Home, 3277 King Street, Vineland from 1pm until 3pm. A private family interment will take place at a later date.

If desired, donations can be made to Diabetes Canada. Online condolences at www.tallmanfuneralhomes.ca

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OBITUARIES

Huisman, Lena

Lena Carpino Huisman of Beamsville has taken one final walk to be with her Lord in heaven on January 1, 2023, in her 88th year, passing away peacefully at the Port Colborne Hospital following a brief illness.

Lena was born on June 16, 1934 in Paterno, Cosenza, Italy, to Luigina and Antonio Carpino, the second youngest of 11 children. Raised on the family farm, Lena learned from her beloved parents the values that would guide her life through the good times and the bad: service, hospitality, loyalty, humility, and hard work. Farm life provided plenty of opportunity to contribute to the family including harvesting silk from silk worms kept in the attic, tending to livestock in the basement, and balancing goods on her head during the long walks to and from the market in town.

In 1957 Lena began a new life in Canada, moving from Windsor to Prince George, BC, before settling in Beamsville in 1963 where she lived the remainder of her life.

Lena was so happy to call Canada her home. She loved God, her family, her church, and friends, and served others in any way she could. She was proud of her home on Barry Drive where everyone was welcome and was treated to the same hospitality that her parents practiced in her childhood home in Italy. Lena knew no strangers. She saw everyone as God’s children. She met countless people on her many walks striking up friendships that have lasted for years.

Lena was pre- deceased by her husband John Huisman. She was beloved and adored by her daughter Rose and husband Larry Waddell of Ladner, BC, grandsons Matthew (Rachel) Waddell of Brighton, MI, Jonathan (Danielle) Waddell of Howell, MI, and Lucas (Lauren) Waddell of Saline, MI, and great grandchildren Theodore, Penelope, Jude, Elena, June, Leonardo, and baby boy to arrive in April.

We love and miss you Grandma PeekaBoo!

In lieu of flowers, go for a walk with someone you love.

Online condolences at www.tallmanfuneralhomes.ca

OBITUARIES ELLER, Lawrence (Larry)

Dec 7 1935 ~ Dec 24 2022

The family are sadden to announce the passing of Lawrence (Larry) Eller on Dec 24th 2022 at home in Ottawa.

Predeceased by his parents Irvin Lenus Eller and Hazel Mae GarnerEller, 4 brothers and 1 sister. He leaves behind his wife Barbara Knight, his 2 daughters Lynn Roy (Fraser) and Lorraine Eller, his 3 grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews. Larry started his professional career surveying highways for the Department of Highways including the Queenston/Lewiston Bridge. Larry also surveyed the Hwy. 401. He started as a surveyor and worked his way up to field engineer for RYCO, finally moving up to Vice-President. He was especially proud of helping construct McMaster University, John Roberts Library and the Butterfly Conservatory. After retiring, he went to auctioneer school and built a business he loved. As a child, Larry loved the call of auctioneers. He got the most enjoyment auctioning for the Grimsby Museum, McNally House and many charities. He was an Elder of the St. John’s Church, as well as on the board of the Presbyterian Churches of Canada. He was dedicated to the belief of his church. He was also Chair of the Grimsby Senior’s board of directors.

In 2016, he married Barbara Knight. His life changed a bit. He dug his heels in on wintering in Mexico, but finally after 2 weeks there, he agreed to book for the next year. He learned to love traveling, particularly through Europe but he was a real Canada boy preferring the East Coast. During his life he lived, loved and laughed a lot. He will be sadly missed. There will be a Celebration of life at the Beamsville Legion, Jan. 22 at 2 pm. In lieu of Flowers, donations to Knox Presbyterian Church in St. Catharines or Grimsby’s St. John’s Presbyterian Church are appreciated.

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U13 basketball Johnny Walker Classic at BDSS this weekend

Beamsville District Secondary School will be the scene of Johnny Walker Classic this weekend – Jan. 1415 – and, no, not that Johnny Walker.

The tournament, hosted by the Grimsby Grizzlies-13 basketball squad, is

named in honour of team coach Natalie DiMarco’s father, Johnny Walker.

Johnny was a huge basketball fan and put in more than three decades of service refereeing the sport. He died of complications from Alzheimers.

“One hundred per cent of any funds raised will go to Niagara Alzheimers Association,” said Natalie.

“There is no admission, but (those attending) can make a donation to support Niagara Alzheimer’s Association, but it’s not necessary. There will be snacks and drinks available.”

On the court, the Grizzlies will suit up against Hamilton Celtics to open the show at 9 a.m. on Saturday. Their second game comes at Noon vs Cambridge Centaurs.

The final game of opening day goes at 4 p.m. with Pelham Panthers taking on Durham Crossover Elite.

The gold medal game goes at 3 p.m. on Sunday, while the bronze medal game will precede that at 1:30 p.m.

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the chapter on the group’s 125th anniversary year.

Duck dealings

Grimsby council is not ducking the ongoing issue of hunting on the shores of town.

At Monday’s council meeting, a motion was passed to set fines and develop new boundary graphics, including into Lake Ontario waters, to allow for stronger law enforcement regarding duck hunting.

The measure has been necessitated due to some confusion has arisen as Lincoln allows hunting off its shores while Grimsby does not. The new Grimsby bylaw will trigger a public meeting to seek public input. M.W.

The medium is the message

I just can’t on all this Prince Harry stuff.

For a guy who bails on centuries of family tradition in favour of getting out of the public eye, have you ever seen anyone more in the public eye who claimed they were trying to avoid it?

That social media consuming topic and others are the reasons I have not looked at anything online in more than two weeks - although I will say I scanned Twitter a couple of times to look for updates on the injured Buffalo Bills player.

I logged out of Facebook entirely.

For this, I feel like a better person.

There are lots of ridiculous things about social media. For me, #1 is the fact people will go on there and create 10 posts ranting about how much they dislike it.

I am just going to check out. That is one of my 2023 resolutions.

Yes, there is some good done with social media - helping track lost or abducted people, for example, but the list is very short when compared to the harm done.

Its destructive force and addictions have ruined one generation and is quickly dissolving the confidence and ability to socially interact of another.

Because I try to pay some level of attention to what’s going on at the

provincial, federal and international level, politics online weighs like an anchor around the necks of society.

Nobody can discuss anything anymore.

You’re either right or you’re a straight up idiot who should be shunned at every turn, never to be heard from again.

And that’s not just when dealing with politics. This level of polar dissent expands into every facet of life: from sexual preference to whether a goal in last night’s game was onside.

I am not a fan of either Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre or the Liberals’ Justin Trudeau, but to hear and see how they portray each other is bananas.

The insanity in the U.S last week with Kevin McCarthy will feed the social media beast for another month I am sure until a newer, more trendy target flares up. You know, like a coup in Brazil that mirrors Trump World and all he orchestrated on 1/6.

But the Harry and Meaghan show takes the cake for me.

At least in politics there is some level of gamesmanship afoot, although it can certainly appear nonsensical and childish. They have some level of purpose.

The former royals’ only purpose seems to be keeping their name and image in the public realm so they can make a few bucks because they don’t appear headed to any real jobs any time soon.

But the true danger of social media - other than wasting thousands of hours from people’s lives they will never get backis the use of algorithms to pepper accounts with content which pushes readers in certain directions. Anyone who has a Facebook, Twitter or Instagram account will know what I mean.

There is a clip out there of Marshall Mcluhan outlining the impacts of the internet. So what you say, well, he did that in 1966. The internet was not “born” until 1983, or 1990 if you call the world wide web the internet. McLuhan’s words are ominous.

“In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is a hallucinating idiot...for he sees what no one else does: things that, to everyone else, are not there,” McLuhan said.

The internet is the land of the blind.

MIKE WILLISCRAFT

Long-time and colourful member Dorothy Burtch of Beamsville Women’s Institute entertains with a rhyming Christmas story at the organization’s December event held at the Fleming Centre. The event closed

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Beamsville Women’s Institute gathered for a potluck last month, marking a wrap up of the group’s 125th anniversary celebration. Among those on hand were: Back: (L-R) Lesley Quainton, Margaret Allan, Helga from Virgil WI, Patricia McFerran, Sylvia House, Johanna Kolkgaard and Jenny Kempa. Front: (L-R) Irene Smith (Virgil WI), Barb Stones, Margaret Byl (president of the Federation of Women’s Institute Canada), Wilma Brakel (president Beamsville WI), Robin Norris, Judith Phillips, Dorothy Burtch. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the Fleming Centre. The next meeting will be next week, Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. with door prizes and refreshments. Everyone is welcome. For information contact Barb Stones 905-563-7274 or Robin Norris 905-563-1077 Photo courtesy of Lynda Ball. 289-684-2224

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