NewsNow E-Edition May 11 2023

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Early bird gets the...flowers?

Migrant farmworkers need help with a ride

By Joanne McDonald For NewsNow

For many, bicycles provide an excellent recreational mode of transportation, but for migrant farmworkers, they are a lifeline.

With the change of season, migrant farmworkers have arrived in Niagara West to help the agriculture sector keep the food chain moving.

Bicycles provide mi-

grant workers with a means of getting to and from work, meet socially and travel to and from picking up supplies.

Mountainview Cycle in Beamsville has

been working to connect migrant farm workers with bicycles since 2015 when they became involved with the Migrant Farmworkers Project.

“Migrant farmwork-

ers are the back bone of agriculture in Niagara,” said Mountainview Cycle owners Chris Gnys and Jarret Gnys, who play a big part in making them feel welcome in the

community through donating used bicycles and supplying parts and accessories.

Together with the St. Alban’s Migrant Farmworkers Project,

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they’ve launched the Niagara Region Community 1st Annual Spring Bike Drive.

The local community is invited to help support the project with a donation of used bicycles. The drop off location is at Mountainview Cycle, 4282 Mountainview Rd. in Beamsville. Drop-off times are Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“We are here to walk alongside and support the workers during their labour season in Canada,” said Padre Antonio Illas, migrant farmworker missioner with the Anglican Diocese of Niagara and pastor at St. John The Evangelist Anglican Church in Winona.

“This work is not charity. This is hospitality because we are making community.”

Rev. Illas and his wife Cela T. Illas who is also a migrant farm-

On hand for the launch of the inaugural Niagara Region Community Spring Bike Drive (L-R) Jarret Gnys and Chris Gnys of Mountainview Cycle; Cela T. Illas, missioner, Anglican Diocese of Niagara; Basia Krzyzanowski,

worker missioner, provide outreach through a number of programs with the Migrant Farm Workers Project which serves Grimsby, Lincoln, West Lincoln and Niagara-On-TheLake.

Started in 2013, the Project helps migrant farmworkers

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access services including health clinics with medical staff and translators, a clothing bank and welcome kits, community meals, bikes and reflective vests, farm visits, and spiritual, liturgical and pastoral care in Spanish.

The programs are

provided through St. Alban’s Anglican Church, Beamsville, St. John’s Church, Jordan, and Christ Church, Niagara-on-the-Lake.

“We are investing in our country,” says Rev. Illas. “The migrant farm workers are our neighbours. We need to build community.”

St. Alban’s volunteer; and Padre Antonio Illas, migrant farmworker missioner and pastor at St. John The Evangelist Anglican Church in Winona. McDonald - Photo

Fire departments ready for Test it Tuesday

May 16 is “Test it Tuesday” in the Niagara Region.

The Niagara Chapter of the On tario Municipal Fire Prevention Of ficers Association is asking that you test your smoke and carbon mon oxide alarms to ensure they are working properly. You may even see fire crews from your local fire

in your neighbourhood. They will be checking to ensure your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are

Carbon monoxide is a toxic, odourless gas that is a by-product of incomplete combustion of many

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!

Margo Wynhofen, B.A.Econ., Principal Broker

Fire Prevention officers from across Niagara: Back, L to R, Matthew Schweers, St. Catharines; Kevin Hesse, Fort Erie; Doug Collee, Niagara Falls; Charles Turpin, Port Colborne; Megan Edgar, Niagara Falls; Paul Kucharuk, Grimsby, and; Jim Summerville, St. Catharines. Front: Joe Veltman, Fort Erie; Traviss Ketler, Thorold; Jessica Goodings, Fort Erie; Frank Devereux, Niagara Falls.

6th Annual Volunteer Pay Subscription Drive

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After turning himself in at Niagara Regional Police’s 8 District office in Grimsby on April 29, former West Lincoln councillor Harold Jonker is now facing a series of charges related to the truck convoy protests in Ottawa in 2022.

Jonker has been charged with:

• Two counts of counselling an uncommitted indictable offence;

• One count each of mischief, and;

• One count of intimidation by blocking or obstructing a highway.

He was released

a councillor in West Lincoln during the incident in question until his defeat in the 2022 municipal election last fall.

During the Ottawa protest, Jonker had several issues arise with West Lincoln council, at one point, was found to have violated the town’s code of conduct by allegedly continuing to participate in what was deemed an “unlawful” protest. Council docked him 30 days pay for this infraction.

Jonker did not respond to attempts to contact him by press time.

Further investiga tions into charges for other partici pants in the Ottawa protest are onging, according to police.

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Mike Williscraft Publisher

Pick of the crop

Janet Cope, left, chats with fellow plant hunters Chris and Sid Frere at Saturday’s Lincoln Garden Club Plant Sale, held at Vineland’s experimental farm. Crowds were early arriving and steady, cleaning out practically all which was on hand for the event. Organizers from the club said it could not have gone better. Williscraft - Photo

Bill Poole: a definite Grimsby builder

When I joined the Grimsby Public Library Board around 1970, I found myself in great company.

Arthur Cox, Gord Hadler, Jim Burns, Bill Bradbury, Jay Jaski and Bill Poole. They were a creative and accomplished lot. One of these was an addition to the small Carnegie library. It was a cement block wing built on the library’s west side. Not the most attractive piece of architecture, but it filled the need. The intention was to leave the lower level unfinished, but Bill Poole had a better idea.

Why don’t we use the space there for an art gallery? Another entrance from Adelaide Street was added to the design and we had an art gallery. Bill was the first director. As a youth, Bill spent his summers at Grimsby Beach with his

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family. In his teens, he was a caddy at Deer Park Golf Club.

By the time WW II broke out, he was assistant pro. Bill joined the RCAF and spent the next few years repairing airplane bodies. After the war, Bill took over the family business, which made ink, glue and poster paint, but he was more creative than that. He taught himself industrial design and began creating packaging for large corporations. He also taught three dimensional design at the Ontario College of Art in Toronto. With a series of 1967 Centennial year pieces of art by his students, he also started the Art Gallery’s Art In

The Schools program.

On a visit to England in 1972, Bill saw an old Albion hand printing press and was entranced by it. He had it shipped home, and installed in an old fruit barn on his property. He went to work there every day, dressed in printers’ overalls and streaked with ink.

He called this haven Poole Hall Press. It was there that he and two colleagues, Joseph Brabant and George Walker, produced 177 copies of Alice In Wonderland, hand-printed and handbound. Later they did Through the Looking Glass as well.

A quiet thoughtful man, Bill Poole gave so much to Grimsby that we must be truly grateful, We were sorry to lose Bill in 2001 in a tragic fall over the escarpment near his home.

Notice of Intention to Designate 382 Main Street West

TAKE NOTICE the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby intends to designate 382 Main Street West to be of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act:

382 Main Street West

The Reason for the proposed designation is to recognize the architectural value of the building in context of its contribution to the heritage character of the Town of Grimsby.

The historic dwelling at 382 Main Street West is a representation of the Queen Anne architectural style that was prevalent along historic streetscapes during the mid to late 19th century. The historic dwelling stands two and a half storeys tall. The dwelling is uniquely crafted with clay brick construction featuring projecting courses with stepped designs. Decorative terra cotta elements located throughout the façade of the structure.

The property at 382 Main Street West is part of the land that was owned by one of Grimsby’s earliest settlers. John Smith was educated and highly respected within the community. George Smith inherited his Grandfather’s already prosperous farm, and the continued use of the property as a farm contributes directly to the prosperity of the Town, and further, the structure he constructed was during the height of the fruit farming industry within the Town of Grimsby showing the wealth and success within the community.

ANY PERSON may within thirty days of the publication of this notice, send by registered mail, or deliver to the Town Clerk of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby his or her objection to the proposed designation, together with a statement of the reasons for the objection and all relevant facts. When a Notice of Objection has been received, the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby will refer the matter to the Ontario Land Tribunal for a hearing.

FURTHER INFORMATION respecting the proposed designation is available from the municipality by contacting Bianca Verrecchia, Heritage Planner:

Email: bverrecchia@grimsby.ca

Phone: (905)945-9634 Ext. 2122

THIS NOTICE PUBLISHED on the 11th day of May, 2023.

Bonnie Nistico-Dunk, Town Clerk Town

Inaugural Culture Gala set for Thursday, June 8

By Ben Baldasaro For NewsNow

Mark your calendars, the first ever Grimsby Culture Gala is officially set for Thursday, June 8.

This event is a collaboration among Grimsby Public Library, the Grimsby Public Art Gallery (GPAG), and the Grimsby Museum, in support of culture programming for the town.

“This is the first time the library, art gallery, and museum have combined forces to put on this megaspectacular even,” said GPAG curator Alexandra Hartstone.

Chief librarian Kathryn Drury agreed.

“It’s going to be a fabulous event with food, wine, entertainment, music, a silent auction, and more.”

The Gala will be hosted in the library/ art gallery building, which will be transformed for the event to fit the motif of “an evening under the stars”.

Attendees will be

provided a complimentary glass of bubbly courtesy of Malivoire Wine Company, with more tastings throughout the night by Malivoire and Forty Creek Distillery.

“We’re really excited to have master blender Bill Ashburn at the gala, because he’s preparing a cocktail made especially for the event,” noted Hartstone.

Specially curated cuisine by chef Brad Rempel, Casa Toscana, and The Olive Board, will also be complimentary with admission.

Along with the culinary side, attendees will enjoy a night of live entertainment, including comedian Dave Brennan, musicians Laurel and Hulley and more.

Grimsby’s inaugural gala will run from 7-10 p.m. at 18 Carnegie Lane, Grimsby.

Tickets for the event are $75 each. For more information about the event, or to purchase tickets, visit: grimsby.ca

K of C to run Beamsville bottle drive

Save your bottles for a good cause and bring them to St. Mark Catholic School Saturday, May 27.

St. Helen of the Cross Knights of Columbus Council 15999 of Beamsville, is holding its Coats for Kids charity fundraising bottle drive. All monies collected are donated back to the lo-

cal community.

“Just drive up, pop open your trunk and we will offload your vehicle. We accept returnable Canadian beer bottles, beer cans, wine bottles, liquor bottles glass or plastic and wine bladders. Please no pop cans,” said Grand Knight Ray Francoeur.

“Last year we raised

enough money to purchase 72 new winter coats, which were distributed by Community Care of West Niagara.”

The bottle drive runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine, at the school located at 4106 Mountain St., Beamsville.

For more information call 289-700-6342.

WATER

Notice of Public Information Centre No. 2 Municipal Class Environmental Assessment

Biosolids Management Master Plan Update

Niagara Region completed a Biosolids Management Master Plan in 2010 to ensure a long-term, environmentally sustainable, reliable and cost effective biosolids management program for Niagara Region and its citizens. This update will identify and develop a strategy for meeting Niagara’s biosolids treatment needs through to 2051, in a manner that is transparent, sustainable, reliable, environmentallyfriendly, cost-effective and flexible.

The Biosolids Management Master Plan will be developed to:

• Meet the unique needs of Niagara Region and its customers, including treatment requirements, land uses and users, and environmental features

• Meet future needs associated with population growth, new regulations, climate resiliency, and energy efficiency

• Provide greater flexibility and reliability for biosolids management, both in the short term (within five years) and long term (to 2051)

• Improve biosolids marketability

• Address community expectations regarding level of service, odour, air/noise, water quality, protection of the environment and aesthetics

Through this study, alternative strategies for managing biosolids were developed and evaluated,

considering environmental and socio-cultural impacts along with technical feasibility and cost.The objective of Public Information Centre No. 2 is to present our preliminary evaluation results and receive feedback on preferred strategies.

The Process

The Study follows the master planning process as established by the Municipal Engineer’s Association Class Environmental Assessment process for Master Plans, which is an approved Ontario Environmental Assessment process. The Biosolids Management Master Plan Update will satisfy Phases 1 and 2 of the Class Environmental Assessment process. Public and stakeholder input will be sought throughout the process and a Biosolids Management Master Plan Update Report will be prepared and filed for public review.

Get Involved

Public feedback is an important part of the process. Information about the project will be available on Niagara Region’s website. You can learn about the project, preliminary recommendations, and how you can have your voice heard.

Public Information Centre No. 2 Details

Public Information Centre 2 will be made available on the project website beginning Wednesday, May 17, 2023. This will be followed with a two-week period to submit comments to the Project Team. You can access the project website using the link below or by scanning the QR code with your smart phone. niagararegion.ca/projects/ biosolids-master-plan

If you have questions, comments or wish to be added to the study mailing list, please contact:

Jason Oatley Project Manager

Niagara Region

3501 Schmon Pkwy., PO Box 1042

Thorold, ON L2V 4T7

905-980-6000 ext. 3758

Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215

Fax: 905-685-5205

niagarabiosolidsmp@niagararegion.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 (MFIPPA). 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 participate, please let us know in advance so that arrangements can be made in a timely manner. Special accessibility accommodations and materials in alternate formats can be arranged by contacting the Accessibility Advisory Coordinator at 905-980-6000 ext. 3252 or accessibility@ niagararegion.ca

niagararegion.ca/projects

Notice of Intention to Designate

390 Main Street West

TAKE NOTICE the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby intends to designate 390 Main Street West to be of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act:

390 Main Street West

The Reason for the proposed designation is to recognize the architectural value of the building in context of its contribution to the heritage character of the Town of Grimsby.

The historic dwelling at 390 Main Street West is a direct representation of the Italianate architectural style that was prevalent along historic streetscapes during the mid to late 19th century. The Italianate structure at 390 Main Street West is a two and a half storey structural stone building. The property also features a carriage house. The Italianate style dwelling is uniquely crafted and is a strong example of the high-end craftsmanship and wealth of the 19th & 20th century fruit farms located along Main Street in Grimsby.

The property at 390 Main Street West is part of the land that was owned by one of Grimsby’s earliest settlers. John Smith was a very important and highly respected figure in Grimsby’s past, He wrote letters and legal papers for settlers within the township. Smith served on the town council from 1792 until 1820, holding titles such as Pound-keeper, assessor, collector and town warden. John Henry Smith one of John Smiths sons better known as “California Smith” because of the fortune that he amassed during the California gold rush in 1849, a second gold mine was found by John in Colorado during this time as well.

The building does not have any comparables within Grimsby, and is the only product of its kind in the surrounding surviving fruit farms. Built in the 1850s by John Henry Smith the Italianate dwelling has been a fixture on this portion of tender fruit farmland for the last 160 years. The notable structure continues to be a centre piece of Main Street.

ANY PERSON may within thirty days of the publication of this notice, send by registered mail, or deliver to the Town Clerk of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby his or her objection to the proposed designation, together with a statement of the reasons for the objection and all relevant facts. When a Notice of Objection has been received, the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby will refer the matter to the Ontario Land Tribunal for a hearing.

FURTHER INFORMATION respecting the proposed designation is available from the municipality by contacting Bianca Verrecchia, Heritage Planner:

Email: bverrecchia@grimsby.ca

Phone: (905)945-9634 Ext. 2122

THIS NOTICE PUBLISHED on the 11th day of May, 2023.

Bonnie Nistico-Dunk, Town Clerk Town of Grimsby 160 Livingston Avenue Grimsby, ON, L3M 4G3

Popular Grimsby business, Cole’s, to close in August

A planned move to relocate in Lincoln is not in the cards for Cole’s Florist & Garden Centre, as owner Harry DeVries announced an August closure for the community mainstay.

“We have some unfortunate news to pass on. We have had many hurdles and road blocks in regards to moving and transitioning our business to a new property. After careful consideration and much prayer we have made the very hard decision to end our time in the retail industry and close our business at the end of August,” stated a release put out by the DeVries family May 3.

“This was not an easy decision for us to make but after struggling for the last few weeks to try to get something to happen we felt that this was

the right move for us and our families.”

The family thanked its customers, suppliers, friends, and family who supported them over the years.

“Nancy and I have plans to enter retirement in the Fall when things are done here. Dave and Kurtis will begin to search in the coming year what will come next for them. We ask for your prayers during this time of transition for all of us as we navigate the closure,” said Harry.

“As a business, we are going to celebrate the time that we’ve had here as much as we can over the next few months, offering many great sales for you to take advantage of, and we cannot thank everyone enough for supporting us over the last 40 years.”

The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby is pleased to announce a new governance structure implemented as of May 1, 2023

The 2022-2026 term of Council began in November 2022, and at that time, members of Council expressed their wishes to implement a Standing Committee model of governance. Staff and Council have worked together to create the necessary changes to implement this new model, which begins May 1, 2023.

The new Standing Committee governance model includes the following committees that will include representation of up to three (3) members of the community, and up to four (4) members of Council:

• Community Services Standing Committee – This committee will oversee the activities of the Town’s Community Services Department and will include matters pertaining to parks, trails, open space, facilities, recreation, and culture.

• Finance Standing Committee – This committee will oversee the activities of the Town’s Finance Department, including procurement, annual user fees, audits, claims, and any other matters that may require committee consideration.

• Planning and Development Committee –This committee will oversee the activities of Planning, Development, Heritage, and Building, as well as any other matters that may require committee consideration. (The Planning Open House and Statutory Meetings will continue with participation of members of Council as required).

• Public Works Standing Committee – This committee will oversee the activities of the Town’s Operations Department (roads and water), Engineering, and the Town’s Asset Management Plan, as well as any other matters that may require committee consideration.

The following Committees do not have community member representation:

• Budget Committee of the Whole – This committee will oversee and consider the annual budget, as well as make recommendations on matters relating to the financial management of the municipality. The committee will consist of all members of Council.

• Corporate Services Standing Committee – This committee will oversee Legal, Clerks, Human Resources, By-laws, IT, Fire Services, and CAO matters.

In addition, Council added the following new Advisory Committees that will support the Standing Committees and Council. These Committees are the Age Friendly Advisory Committee, the Culture Advisory Committee, and the Public Works Advisory Committee.

Council meetings will remain the first and third Monday of each month. Please check our website for the summer meeting schedule

As per their 2023-2026 Strategic Priorities, Council is dedicated to ensuring that all Grimsby residents have meaningful opportunities to engage in their municipality and community.

Mayor Jordan said, “During our campaigns, we heard loudly from residents that they were unhappy with the Committee of the Whole governance structure. Our Council is dedicated to making the governance structure transition to ensure we provide meaningful opportunities for our residents to express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas. It is the intention of Council to be as open and transparent with the community as possible, and we hope that this governance structure change will be a great first step towards that goal”. Mayor Jordan continued, “Thank-you to Staff for making this transition possible, and for all the hard work you have done behind the scenes to make this happen”.

All Standing Committees will be livestreamed.

Agendas, minutes, and information from each meeting can be found on the Town’s website. Thank-you to all members of the community who took the time to attend the Board and Committee Open House and expressed an interest in participating.

The new Standing Committee governance structure began May 1, 2023.

Contact Information: Clerk’s Department Website clerks@grimsby.ca www.grimsby.ca

The Mayor’s

They “love” their tennis

Perfect weather greeted those who turned out for Grimsby Tennis Club official opening for 2023. The club is located behind Sobeys in Grimsby Square Plaza. For more information on membership, call: 289-501-8594. Members of the club’s executive on hand for the event were: (L to R) Ron Mauro, Nancy Alunni, Mahdu Dandamudi, David Kelly, Andy Fraser, Mary Lou Mauro, Jennifer McDonnell, Frank Alunni, Amanda Fraser and Steve Brennan. Williscraft - Photo

BEST in the WEST!

Please take a few moments to note your favourite people, businesses, snacks or service in Grimsby, Lincoln, West Lincoln or Winona. You can vote for your faves in dozens of categories, or just a few which you really love. The results of your survey winners will be published in July. Please include your name and address on the form so we know who is voting and nominating, one ballot per person. There is no fee to submit your votes.

Drop your entries at NewsNow, 1 Mountain Street, Grimsby, during regular business hours: 10-4 Monday - Friday or through the mail slot at the front door. Originals Only!

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Best New Business

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Farm Grown

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Florist

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The lifeblood of any business, large or small, is customer service. To recognize this precious resource, NewsNow is initiating a special category as part of its Best In The West readership survey.

Please take a few minutes to nominate someone with whom you had a great customer experience!!

In 200 words or less, please tell us how someone went the extra mile, was very pleasant to deal with (either during a one-time visit or over many years) and why you think this person would be worthy of Niagara West’s Best Customer Service Employee Award.

NewsNow will publish the winner and the nominator will receive a $100 gift certificate for any restaurant in Niagara West. Drop your submission off at our Grimsby office, 1 Mountain St. or email it: mike@wn3.ca

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OBITUARIES CARR, Thomas

With tremendous sadness, we announce the passing of Thomas Stephen Carr. Tom passed away on May 1st, 2023 at the Niagara Falls Hospital at age 68.

Tom was born and raised in Grimsby and was a long term resident of Beamsville. He was a beloved father, sibling, uncle, great uncle, cousin and friend to so many. Tom, or Boomer, to his co-workers, retired from Stelco’s Metallurgic Dept. in 2006. Tom’s legacy will be his love for people. If you had a chance to share a friendly conversation, you were a friend to him. He lived every day to the fullest.

He is survived by: his children Stephen, Amanda & Kevin (Stephanie), their Mother Gerdy and his grandson Benjamin. He was brother to the late Mike (Susan) Carr, Cathy (George) Powell and Theresa (Andy) Tanner, cousin to Marty (Eileen) Cole, best friend of Dave (Sue) Pendlebury, and leaves behind countless in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. Tom was the son of the late Frank and Betty Carr. We will miss you dearly.

A Visitation will be held at Tallman Funeral Home in Vineland (3277 King St.) on Friday, May 5th from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Calvary Gospel Church in Beamsville (4129 Hixon St) on Saturday May 6th from 2:00 - 4:00.

Online condolences at www.tallmanfuneralhomes.ca

OBITUARIES Laurie Lynne Preston

January 9, 1960

Preston, Laurie of Beamsville. The family is saddened to announce the passing of dearly loved Laurie Preston on Friday, May 5th in her 63rd year. Predeceased by her son Hayden Preston, her father, Rich - ard Weatherbee, and her brothers Kerry Weatherbee and Randy Weatherbee. Survived by her husband Darren Preston, her mother Dolores Hunter, her sisters Debbie McAlpine and Sharron Burse and her son Joel Weatherbee (Christine) and daughter-in-law Glenda (John). Dearly loved by her grandchildren Abigayle (Dalan) and Josephine. Laurie was loved by many nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

Laurie shared 40 years with her husband Darren and loved their motorcycle rides together. They made many happy memories at the trailer with family and friends. Laurie loved the simple things in life: a good tea and conversation on the back deck, quiet time reading, and loved her dogs. But most of all, she loved being a grandmother, and took pride in being Nana to Abbey and Josie. She was loved and well loved, and will be dearly missed.

A celebration of life will take place at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations can be made to the Lincoln County Humane Society.

“A dragonfly to remind me even though we are apart. Your spirit is always with me, forever in my heart”

Online condolences at tallmanfuneralhomes.ca.

MICHEAU, Cynthia “Cindy”

With sadness we announce the passing of Cindy Micheau on May 2, 2023, in her 63rd year. Beloved sister of Cathy (John) and Patricia. Loving aunt of Luke, Jennifer, and Carly. Predeceased by her parents Dennis and Frances Watson. She will be missed by her special friend and cousin Diane and her beloved dog Winston. Arrangements have been entrusted to Merritt Funeral Home, Smithville. A Celebration of Life and Burial at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Burlington, will happen at a later date. Donations to a Canadian Mental Health Association would be appreciated by the family and if desired can be made through the funeral home, (905)957-7031

TURNER, Barry

Our special brother and uncle, Barry, left this world May 1st, 2023 to be with our Mom and Dad, June and Clifford Turner.

He leaves behind his sisters, Karen and Nancy and brother Douglas who will miss him dearly. Also missed by many cousins, nieces and nephews from Ontario and British Columbia and including many friends from Beamsville Baptist Church who loved his drumming on special occasions. As well as the residents, and the Incredible Staff of Albright Manor. You all loved his antics and he loved you in return. Heaven is a brighter place now and those maracas are beating in the heavenly choir.

There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday May 13 at 3:00 pm at Tallman Funeral Homes, 3277 King St., Vineland. Any memorial donations in Barry’s name, we ask that they go to the Albright Manor Special Blessing Fund for the music and arts program.

Online condolences at www.tallmanfuneralhomes.ca

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THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST LINCOLN INVITES RESIDENTS TO APPLY A MEMBER TO THE FOLLOWING COMMITTEES &/OR BOARDS:

The Township of West Lincoln invites West Lincoln residents to apply to be a member of any of the following committees, boards, etc. for the term of Council being until November 14, 2026, or until their successors are appointed.

• West Lincoln Heritage Committee

• West Lincoln Santa Claus Committee

• West Lincoln Public Library Board

• Court of Revision (Drainage Act)

• Livestock Valuer

A copy of the application form may be downloaded from the Township’s Web Site at www.westlincoln.ca. Click on Township Office and go to the Jobs Link, https://www.westlincoln.ca/en/township-office/jobs.aspx?_mid_=26833 Or the form may be picked up from the Township Office during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.

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Wheels off political correctness long ago

Most of the world has gone pretty much bananas and what has not arrived at that destination as yet gets more grease slathered on the tracks leading to Bananas Town every day.

Part of the problem - a small part - is legitimate rightings of wrongs have been transposed with a white washing of history based on today’s mores.

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Volunteers were out in force - including Bill Coine on aerating duty - Saturday to get the grounds at Grimsby Lawn Bowling Club ready for its open houses in the coming week. Open houses are planned for this Saturday, May 13, from 1-4 p.m. and Wednesday, May 17, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Equipment is provided, but wear flat-sole shoes, say organizers. Call Bill, 289-235-8072, for more details.

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We see historic names being being dissolved from history books, parks, building names, streets and a host of other locations every week. It really makes no sense, when you think about it, but such is the “political correctness” movement of

I didn’t know until last month political correctness was a process started in

The basic definition given at the time was that the thought was, “We know what you’re saying is true, we just don’t want to hear

It does sound like a sentiment that would come out of Russia. Odd that now the rest of the world seems to have taken up that thinking on so many fronts.

Even if you are in the camp which believes all the changes set about in recent years are 100 per cent justified, I bet even those folks (I can’t say “you people” anymore) can find several things they think would qualify as overkill.

On that front, and others, society just cannot get out of its collective way.

Forget AI, Man will kill off

its own race all on it own. There is so little common sense to some of the issues which have arisen, it just makes one scratch one’s head. If we have no reason, virtually nothing seems fact-based any more, as what we think we knew as fact gets changed with the stroke of a pen - or keyboard.

Look at bankrupt California as a prime example. They don’t have funds for roads or bridges, but last week lawmakers voted to approve $800 billion in reparation payments for Black residents relating to centuries old slavery matters.

That is so ludicrous.

The state is broke. People have been fleeing the state due to its already high taxation, yet they’re somehow going to come up with hundreds of billions to give away.

How many generations into the future will have to continue paying for that decision today? 50? 100? as this would be on top of current taxation levels.

What about those who fought in wars to free

slaves? Do their families get compensation?

No, these things are not directly tied to mass shootings - which are always shocking until the next one comes along - but cracks caused in the foundation of what people think they know, I think, does lead to mental instability.

Now, I am generalizing there, but it does seem clear the social upheaval underway in the name of good, or what a group of people consider “good” to be, is connected to norms and traditions being dissolved.

The U.S. is doing one good thing: giving all of the world a roadmap of what road to NOT follow.

Fox “News” is also a source of radioactivity when it comes to negatively impacting society. The complete and utter crap they’ve been spewing for years now has finally caught up with them. Look what they’ve done to the U.S. political scene.

Canadian voters have to be more aware of any politician - regardless of stripe - engaging in Trump-style politics.

Trump’s insult-based form or discrediting anything or anyone who dares disagree with him - everything from a political opponent to federal judges and prosecutors as well as every media source other than far right “news” outlets.

Canada needs to be smarter. We think we are. We need to act to keep our traditions as a supportive, empathetic society.

MIKE WILLISCRAFT

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Last word on CBC debate...

Dear Editor,

Recently I’ve read with incredulity a number of readers’ letters defending the CBC’s journalistic neutrality.

These folks must be living in the past to suggest that today, the CBC does anything other than advocate a hard left state-sponsored ideology. I am old enough to remember a time, when the CBC treated conservative voices with fairness and respect.

Earlier, veteran CBC journalist Tara Henley resigned detailing vast problems related to the organization’s obsession with race.

According to Henley, CBC now views objectively presenting the news as secondary to its primary mandate of remaking Canadian society in accordance with its social justice ideology. Such ideological thinking by its nature is dangerous, in that

it rejects the empirical realm, exactly anathema to the default skepticism of a healthy free press.

To understand where things have gone so far off the rails one only needs to read President and CEO Catharine Tait’s mission statement on the company website where she clearly states the equity, diversity and inclusion ideology form the basic metric of the CBC’s success.

What happened to excellent journalism?

Under her watch all new hires must sign on to the DIE ideology. A recent Angus Reid poll suggested 65 per cent of Canadians would consider voting Conservative if the CBC was defunded. I would count myself with the majority.

Fred Rauscher, Grimsby

The 12th annual West Lincoln Community Care Food Drive was highly successful bringing in about 8,500 lbs of food with more to come.

“Every donation large

or small makes a difference, said Sharlene Volpatti, WLCC’s manager.

More donations are still expected to come in by this Friday’s Kid’s Care food drive deadline.

(Above) L to R, Trent Wheeler, Mike, Maddy and Micaela Felvus get directions on where items go from Michelle Davis and Larry Lovett in the West Lincoln Community Care food bank. (Right) Tom Divers of Purolator Courier, which sponsored trucks and crews for pick-ups, helps unload a truck with Dafydd Jenkins, one of Robert Land Academy’s volunteers on hand.