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This year’s Kemptville and District Sports Hall of Fame was a celebration of one remarkable volunteer and three special groups who all overcame serious adversity to be successful. However, there was an undertone of loss at this year’s induction ceremony. Not of the sporting variety, where someone wins and someone loses, but of the loss of people who loved their sport, their team, and their community.

The 1962-1963 PrescottKemptville Combines entered the Hall this year. This senior men’s amateur hockey team was a collection of players from five small towns in Eastern Ontario that was

formed to take on the powerhouse teams from the larger centres, including Brockville and Ottawa. The Combines pulled a major upset over the overwhelming favourite team of retired pros from Ottawa, by coming from behind in all three of their wins. This improbable upset left hockey fans and sports writers confounded. Despite later losing in the quarter finals of the Allan Cup to Moncton, the team sent a very clear message that small town players could stand toe to toe with their big city opponents any time. Family members were on hand to accept certificates on behalf of some of the players who have passed.

The next inductees represented the North Grenville

Curling Club. A group of diehard curlers formed the Kemptville Curling Association in 1988 and rented ice wherever they could get it. They acquired equipment from a military club that was closing, and had many fundraisers. Sadly, by 1995, curlers began to switch to other clubs, but the KCA secured their remaining funds by safely depositing them in a bank. When the municipality started making plans to build the North Grenville Municipal Centre (including two ice pads), the group was approached about taking over the existing rink on Reuben Street and converting it to a curling rink. In 2004, a new curling executive was formed and the North Grenville Curl-

ing Club was born.

Clara Thompson (Milne) was an impressive athlete in her own right. After getting married and having three sons, she re-focussed her energy on helping kids to enjoy the many benefits of amateur sports. Vocal and outspoken, she often fought for what was right. She started at the bottom of an organization, quickly rose to the top, but never wanted the spotlight for herself. She served her community for over 40 years and would answer every phone call at any time of the day. Her passion for sport is demonstrated by the fact that she’s had two hockey awards named after her. One of her continued on page 3

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Behind the scenes with the Kemptville Players getting the production to the stage.

Once we have the director and producer in place, the production team takes over to find the stage manager, front of house manager, the set builders, set designers, and all the sound and lights technical help. We have to organize a publicity team, a props team, hairdressers, costume dressers, and make-up artists – and we have a prompter, just in case! We look for people to design our flyers and program, and someone to take charge of ticket sales from collecting them from their outlets, to selling them by phone and online.

We need people to set up the publicity photos in the lobby, to sell refreshments, sell tickets at the theatre, to hand out programs, and to assist people to their seats.

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by Cathie Raina We are in the final weeks of rehearsals for our fall play, ‘Sadie Flynn Comes To Big Oak’, and the production team is busy finalizing the hundreds of details

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that scariest of moments Opening Night! The actors are the ones who get the applause, but, for every actor you see on stage, there at least three to four people behind each one, making the production possible. These are the unseen heroes of theatre, and each one plays a vitally important role in

This bustling activity goes on for months behind the scenes, while the actors rehearse and the directors shape the play. During the run of the play, stagehands are in the wings to help with rapid costume changes, to hand out props, clear the set between scenes, and be prepared to deal with any crisis that may arise. And, during all this activity, there is always a wonderful feeling of tension coupled with exhilaration. This huge creative team effort is what the audience sees when the curtain goes up.

So, come and see Norm Foster’s play, ‘Sadie Flynn Comes To Big Oak’, and watch what happens when a convicted husband killer, newly released from prison, arrives in Big Oak. Play dates are October 26, 27, 28 and 29. Show

times are at 7:30 pm, and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00 pm.

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Attention paddlers and nature lovers

by Marc Nadeau, President, Oxford Mills Community Association An idea is afloat to install a dock on the South Branch of the Rideau River, otherwise known as Kemptville Creek, south of the dam in Oxford Mills. This is the vision of a few of us who now need the ideas and shared enthusiasm of others to make it happen. Please

join us for a brainstorming m e e t i n g o n S u n d a y, Oct. 8 at 1:00 at either Maplewood Hall or the gazebo in Oxford Mills.

Paddlers can already access the creek in Kemptville near the Prescott Street Bridge and at the Ferguson Forest Centre. Between Oxford Mills and Kemptville, the creek is often only passable during the high

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entry for the venturesome, but no public dock. The challenge lies in carrying a canoe several hundred metres or pushing through reeds and muck.

When these obstacles are overcome, paddlers are transported to a peace and quiet that is filled with the splendour of nature. This is the habitat of a wide variety of birds, otters, beavers, deer and turtles, all cheered on by a chorus of frogs.

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waters of March and April.

It is a very short window of opportunity to enjoy that stretch of the creek.

But there is untapped potential for paddlers further upstream to get out and explore the beauty of North Grenville. On the other side of the dam in Oxford Mills, the waters are more tranquil and easier to navigate.

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Long service honoured Closing in on the Ace at St. John’s

On Sunday September 17, the United Church Women, St. John’s United, Kemptville bestowed lifetime membership privileges to Doris Bailey and Heather Nesbitt in acknowledgement of their dedication and service.

As well a fellowship time with an anniversary cake graciously made

by Heather Nesbitt was enjoyed by all as the U.C.W. of St. John’s celebrated 55 years of active life in their church and within their community.

St. John's is a fully accessible facility. A warm welcome is extended to all. For details go to www. kemptvilleunitedchurch. org, or 613-258-3259.

The Kemptville Lions Club's "Catch the Ace" lottery continues with almost half of the deck now eliminated.

This week's winner, Jim Reynolds, selected envelope 25 containing the King of Spades (pictured). You can't get any closer to the ace than that.

Draws continue every Tuesday night at 7:30 at the Legion Hall until the ace of spades is found. It can hide but it can't run!! This week's jackpot is estimated to be over $7,000.

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The Team of the Year award was given to the 20162017 Kemptville Panthers Peewee Rep Hockey Team.

Despite an underwhelming exhibition tournament to start the year, the team caught fire when the season started and finished the league with an undefeated 19-0-5 record.

Along the way, the team won the regional Silver Stick tournament and competed in the International Silver Stick in Forest, Ontario. A tragedy then struck the team, as Assistant Coach Joshua Dixon died on March 20 while vacationing in Costa Rica. Loved by the players, the team was devastated. However, the team decided to finish their season, despite the heartbreak, and to honour their coach. Dealing with the adversity, the team became closer and helped each other heal. Where other

teams may have quit, the Panthers finished their season by winning the playoff title and finishing with an undefeated 26-0-7 record.

Quite often, sport provides the opportunity to bring out the best in people. These people simply refused to quit, and reached beyond themselves and their own self-interest to achieve something greater. This year, it certainly looks like all inductees discovered this greatness in themselves and each other.

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by John Barclay, Executive Director, Old Town Kemptville Business Improvement Area It's budget time and if you have some suggestions for projects you'd like to see the Municipality undertake, you have 16 days to contact the Councilor responsible for the respective Department for advice and support.

Last week, the BIA made a deputation to Council regarding our Budget Requests for Downtown Kemptville.

The six items we brought forward were the result of ongoing discussions with the downtown business community and deliberation by our Board of Management.

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is a request to sharply IMPROVE PARKING in the Downtown core A 2012 Strategic Action Plan, based on the 2010 Parking Study, identified a number of recommendations to Manage Demand, Improve Supply, and Promote Alternatives. The BIA would like to see more progress made on these recommendations, namely: Additional Municipal off-street parking: We need to identify and create additional off-street parking to meet current and future needs. This was identified 7 years ago as a long term action plan in the 2010 Parking Study.

With the construction of the new North Grenville District High School and Kemptville Public School in areas away from

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Downtown Kemptville, these two large properties are not being used to their full potential and they have ample availability of parking. Is there an opportunity here to negotiate with the Upper Canada District School Board for some sort of arrangement?

R at i o n al i zat i o n o f current Parking By-Laws: The Municipality has instituted a 3-hour parking limit between 7:00am and 7:00pm on all streets within the boundaries of the entire Municipality.

Signage in certain parts of the Downtown Kemptville area including Clothier Street between Rideau Street and Sanders Street and Prescott Street between the north branch of Reuben Crescent and Asa Street indicate a 1 hour parking limit.

Without enforcement, and to encourage longer visits downtown, we suggest removing them.

M o r e ( a n d l a rg e r ) directional signs indicating Free Parking: There is free parking downtown but it's hard to find especially for first time visitors. Let's make it very easy for people to find the parking we do have.

We continue to work with the Municipality

on our shared goal of creating and maintaining Downtown Kemptville as a vibrant social centre and a sustainable business hub.

For those interested, here are the five other requests we brought forward to Council Monday night: Completion of the Waterfront Trail from Barnes Street to Prescott Street along the waterfront.

Increasing the Rideau-Sanders-Prescott CIP budget from $50K to $70K and add a Downtown Residential Intencification Program.

Providing support for Year Two of the Kemptville Pop-Up Shop Program.

Erecting a Community Information Kiosk in the Downtown core.

Improving Walkability Downtown Repair existing sidewalks and add more.

Budget time comes once a year - don't let your chance to have a say in how your community develops pass you by. Talk to your elected representative before October 20.

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Submitted by: Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit NutriSTEP® is a quick and easy questionnaire that looks at a preschooler or a toddler’s eating, physical activity and screen time habits. It shows what is going well and what areas can be improved. It is meant to help families eat well and build healthy habits. It is important to know if there are any concerns with a child’s eating so that it can be addressed before it turns into a larger issue. The food children eat and their eating behaviours will directly affect their growth, development, health and performance in school. Lifelong eating habits are developed at a very early age, and the toddler and preschool time period is an ideal time to develop healthy habits. Teaching young children early on about the importance of healthy eating, physical activity and screen time behaviours will help to set them on a path of lifelong healthy living.

NutriSTEP® offers parents helpful tools and resources for dealing with everyday struggles,. The program offers tips to help make mealtimes stress-free, instead of the mayhem they can be. It gives tips for encouraging children to try new foods or eat their veggies, and what to do when a child will only eat one or two foods. It also lets parents know what “normal” growth and appetites look like for young children – which can be quite different from what we might think.

To complete the NutriSTEP® questionnaire, visit www. nutritionscreen.ca, call EatRight Ontario toll free at 1-877510-5102 to talk to a Registered Dietitian, or call the Health Action Line at 1-800-660-5853.

Presence of West Nile Virus found in mosquitoes in our area

The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit has been actively monitoring mosquitoes for West Nile Virus this season. Recent sampling has identified positive mosquitoes that carry the West Nile Virus. Earlier this season, neighbouring health units including Ottawa, Eastern Ontario (Cornwall) and KFLA (Kingston) Public Health have identified positive mosquitoes.

This virus is spread to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito. For most people, the risk of illness from West Nile virus is low. However, it can cause serious illness in others.

With the recent warm temperatures mosquitoes have remained active late in the season. The Health Unit recommends that you take the necessary precautions to protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites.

The following measures can help reduce the risk of West Nile virus: Apply insect repellents sparingly to exposed skin.

Effective repellents contain Deet or Icaridin. Be sure to follow directions and use age appropriate concentrations.

DO NOT USE personal insect repellents on children under two years of age.

Wear light coloured clothing, long pants and long sleeves, as well as shoes and socks during peak mosquito times to prevent mosquito bites.

Avoid being outside at dusk and dawn, as mosquitos are most active at that time.

Use netting when sleeping outdoors or in an unscreened structure and to protect small babies from insect bites.

Repair or replace old and torn screens in doors, windows, and vents that no longer prevent mosquitoes from entering your home.

Consult your health care provider if you suspect that you have an insect transmittable disease such as West Nile Virus.

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NGDHS teacher honoured at Trustee Innovation Awards Christopher Stewart, a former teacher at North Grenville District High School, was awarded a Trustee Innovation Award by the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) last week.

The Board hosted the 2017 UCDSB Trustee I n n o v a t i o n Aw a r d s at its main office in Brockville. The annual award ceremony was first announced in November 2012 to recognize staff for innovative teaching and work practices. The intent of this program is to recognize innovative practices, which can be shared and used to improve the way the Board delivers education and other services to students.

The first awards were presented in September 2013.

Staff honoured during the ceremony were: Christopher Stewart,

Former North Grenville District High School (NGDHS) teacher and current Learning Partner Christopher Stewart, front row centre, is pictured with his award. Pictured with Stewart in the front row are Trustee Lisa Swan and NGDHS Principal Derek Cole. Standing in the back row, left to right, are Director Stephen Sliwa, Chair Jeff McMillan and Superintendent David Coombs.)

recognised by the Board as a Learning Partner, was recognized for his work while a teacher last year at North Grenville District High School (NGDHS).

Chris is passionate about student achievement and his colleagues’ professional growth. While at NGDHS, Chris created a safe learning environment in his classroom that fostered collaboration for students and staff.

Desks were arranged in groups of three or four and home-made whiteboards were mounted along the perimeter of the room to serve as vertical working spaces for collaboration, as part of an emphasis on the inquiry process to discuss and solve math problems. He is a leader in flipped learning both

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The rulers of New France had a very strong rule about the society that they wanted to see in Canada. For that reason, they absolutely refused to allow two categories of troublemakers into the colony throughout its history: lawyers and journalists.

That all changed with the Conquest: I am sure there were lawyers with Wolfe on the Plains of Abraham, ready to sue anyone on behalf of anyone else. And no doubt there were people scribbling notes for the next edition’s front page!

But, in fact, there have not been that many newspapers serving North Grenville since the far off days when the free press arrived in Canada. The railway reached Kemptville in the summer of 1854, and on the very first freight wagon came the first printing press, owned by R. W. Kelly from the Gaspé in Quebec. On January 22, 1855 he published the first issue of the first newspaper in the township. The Kemptville Progressionist was a strongly Conservative publication, determinedly defending the British Constitution and opposing anything that smacked of “Republicanism”.

Although no copies of the Progressionist seem to have survived, quotes from it in other papers indicate very clearly that Kelly, or “Prog

in his classroom and through presentations he has made at teaching conferences. Chris also initiated a grassroots collaborative professional learning group at NGDHS. In this environment, teachers examined a number of topics to find ways to improve student understanding. Topics examined included the physical learning environment, studentengaged assessment, instructional strategies; technology in education; and growth mindset teaching and assessment.

Kelly”, as he was known, was a colourful individual who was not shy about writing his mind and pulling no punches. A fellow newspaper editor later described the contents of the Progressionist as “spicy editorials, crisp reading matter and a very large advertising patronage”.

So successful was he at his profession, in fact, that he was invited by some prominent Tories in Brockville to move to the County Capital and start a new paper there. In 1860, he began to publish The British Central Canadian, which was described as a “red hot Conservative sheet”.

Kelly was not finished with Kemptville, however, and became involved in a minor cause celebre in 1861-2.

He was arrested and put on trial in Merrickville, charged with breaking into the Kemptville headquarters of a mysterious society called The Canadian Friendly Brothers and Protective Society, and printing their secret minutes and documents. But that is a story for another day...

Kelly’s son had returned to Kemptville by 1862 and began another newspaper, carrying on where his father had left off. Like that first journal, the Kemptville Observer has not survived in archives or collections, and it is unclear how long

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ranks, because two members of the Advance staff left the paper in 1900 and started their own rival publication: The Kemptville Telegram. In their first issue, they nailed their Conservative colours to the mast and openly ridiculed Walt’s claim that the Advance was an “Independent” paper, rather than a Liberal mouthpiece. Within a few months, the Telegram had been taken over by a new company, The Telegram Printing Company, owned and run by leading Tories in Kemptville, including G. Howard Ferguson. Walt sold the Advance to two young members of his staff, and the next ten years saw an on-going rivalry between the two papers, both being run by ex-employees of S. E. Walt of the Advance.

Despite its Liberal leanings, the Advance began to advertise itself as the “successor to the Progressionist”, a claim that would have mortified Prog Kelly, that staunch Tory. This allowed it to claim to have been around since 1855, a rather inaccurate claim to make for a paper essentially established in 1890. For almost a year from early 1910, it actually printed on its front page banner the names of the Progressionist “established 1855", and the

it lasted. By the late 1860's, however, North Grenville was once more without a local newspaper.

Then, in 1880, came a brief glimpse of a name that would come to be identified with North Grenville for more than a century: The Advance published its first issue in December of that year. The owner of the new paper was S. E. Walt, who had come to the village from Morrisburg. He was based in the Maley building, which was at the corner of Prescott and Clothier Streets, where Rotary Park is today; but for some reason he ceased publication in 1881 and left the area again. Some sources say he was away for just a few years, but The Weekly Advance only reappeared in 1890, after a gap of some nine years. It was then located in the Leslie Block, which is now the parking lot on Clothier street between two restaurants. Why there was such a long break between volumes 1 and 2 of the Advance is unknown, but once Walt got restarted, he built up his paper to become a major part of the community’s life.

But North Grenville has always been a Tory stronghold, and Walt was a true Liberal. There may have been dissension in the 5

Advance, “established 1880".

The Advance suffered serious losses around 1909 when their offices were damaged by fire. But there seems to have been only enough advertising revenue to carry one paper in North Grenville, and the two newspapers merged finally in 1913. The new newspaper, The Kemptville Advance, operated out of a new, specially constructed building on Prescott Street which had been built in 1910.

The claims to be the successor to Kelly’s first paper resurfaced in 1961.

Until the October 5 issue that year, the paper had continued to state “Established in 1880" on the editorial page. In

that issue, however, there appeared on the banner the phrase “Established 1855".

These two claims appeared in every issue until 1964, when the 1880 date was dropped completely. The Advance was bought out by the Runge group, ending the era of the locally owned and operated newspaper in North Grenville, until the first new publication in the area since 1900 arrived in April, 2005. The North Grenville Community Newsletter then became the only locally owned and operated paper in North Grenville, carrying on the tradition of Kelly, Walt, and the rest.

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by David Shanahan Every four years, as the municipal election gets closer and candidates try to impress on the voters their fresh ideas, new approaches and vision for the future of the community, one word seems to get used repeatedly. Transparency. Yes, that’s the big new idea that gets trotted out every time: we’re going to be more transparent. We’re going to consult the residents and we’re going to communicate more. Our procedures will be more open and (yes, again) transparent. You can trust me on this.

Of course, very little, if anything changes after the votes are counted. The procedures of our municipal council have not changed in a very long time. In fact, the last major change in procedure came when various committees were abolished and the Committee of the

Whole was brought in instead. This meant that fewer residents were involved in decision- and policy-making, and Council were left to do that themselves.

One of the most obvious examples of the lack of transparency that afflicts councils is the closed meeting, when council get to shut the door on outsiders (that’s you and me) and discuss issues too sensitive for public eyes. Of course, there are subjects that need to be discussed privately, such as personnel issues, confidential matters that might negatively affect council business, etc., but these should be rare. In fact, the Ontario Government has just expanded the number of issues on which the doors are closed on the public.

In the “Modernizing Ontario’s Municipal Legislation Act, 2017", four new categories of closed meetings have been introduced, for example,

to discuss confidential information supplied by another government body, a “trade secret,” or certain types of financial information. Both the Ombudsman and the Information and Privacy Commissioner, among others, were opposed to this extension, believing that it decreased the level of transparency in local government and would increase the level of abuse of closed meeting procedures the Ombudsman already had to deal with.

In 2016, the Ombudsman received 76 complaints about closed meetings in Ontario, and 22 procedural violations found, 18 meetings found illegal, 43% of those investigated. There was a wide range of problems associated with closed meeting procedures, but it seems that most stemmed from an ignorance on the part of councils of what exactly constituted valid reasons for excluding

the public from discussions.

Closed meetings would start by addressing valid issues, and then move on to others that should have been debated in public.

The principle is stated clearly by the Ombudsman in his latest Report: “Closed meeting investigations centre on requirements in the Municipal Act, 2001 that say all meetings of municipal councils, local boards or committees must be open to the public, unless they meet certain narrow criteria. The exceptions to the open meeting requirements are set out in s. 239 of the Act, but most are discretionary; they involve such topics as personal matters about an identifiable individual, acquisition or disposition of land, labour relations or litigation. The Ombudsman recommends that municipalities keep meetings open to the public wherever possible.”

Behind the provision of

closed meetings is the assumption that they would not be abused by using them to discuss matters that could just as properly be brought forward in open session. The public have to be informed in advance that a closed meeting will be taking place, and what the subject matter of that meeting will be. This applies, not only to council meetings, but also to local boards, which must also, like councils, maintain a detailed record of what takes place in the closed sessions.

Transparency is a thing that is not always attractive to politicians, no matter what they say during elections.

Rather than face criticism or questioning by residents, they can retreat into their bubble.

No complaints have ever been made to the Ombudsman from North Grenville.

So far, so secret. Such meetings can be dangerous and misleading, unless the public

Casting farmers, grocers and local convenience store owners as victims is just cheap political cover to maintain current unfair tax breaks that only the wealthy can exploit. Ordinary taxpayers are affected by whether or not the government has the revenue to invest in social programs such as child care, health, and pensions. One of the best ways to find this money is to make taxes more fair.

It has been estimated that closing these particular loopholes would generate $1 billion annually into government coffers, and this government has barely scratched the surface with what it is currently proposing. If all of the loopholes and unfair tax breaks were eliminated, it has been estimated that the government would have an extra $18 billion in revenue. We have to ask why we are subsidizing the rich when, in a country as rich as Canada, we have

a million children living in poverty, and so many indigenous communities lacking things that the rest of us take for granted, such as clean drinking water.

Canada’s corporate tax rate was 29.12% in the year 2000. It is now 15%, the second lowest in the G7 group of countries.

Over the same period, small business tax fell from 13% to 10.5%. Corporate tax cuts have consistently failed to achieve anything like the promised payoff in economic and employment growth. What the corporations have done with this money is to hide it in offshore accounts, so we have to ask why successive governments keep trotting out that old mantra of corporate tax cuts boosting job growth, because there are reams of historical proof that this just isn’t so.

This legislation still fails to address some of the more onerous disparities in our tax system, but it is a

start. If we want a fair and equitable society, then we have to more vigorously address the enormous gap in personal incomes in this country. We have all read about corporate CEO’s earning more money by lunchtime on January 2. than most people earn all year. That we have to put Who will accept the up with this nonsense is blame for the planning failure just not right. that allowed a school to open Colin Creasey but did not ensure the safety Kemptville of the children?

Should we wait until the title of this letter comes true Dear Editor, before fixing this irresponBad planning in North sible planning failure?

Grenville - a child is Very concerned citizen killed?

Our new North Grenville Bill Adams school opened this fall on CR Beckett's Landing

is informed of the subject and reason for closing the doors against them. They can be misrepresented. A recent flyer delivered to homes in the community by the Citizens Against the ED-19 Dump claimed that the Mayors of the United Counties had been “secretly negotiating the sale” of Council property. Rather odd, considering that a number of articles discussing these negotiations have been published in this paper over the past year. But closed meetings can lead to speculation - about Kemptville College, Kemptville Meadows, recently-removed municipal employees, and a host of other things. Silence may be golden, but it would be nice if we, as citizens, got to the point where we can feel informed and not kept in the dark on these things. Watch for “transparency” to raise its head over the coming preelection months.

Letters to the Editor Dear Editor, I don’t know the literacy rate in North Grenville, but there seems to be a basic problem with the meaning of STOP at intersections.

The word is simple enough to sound out. Perhaps there is a comprehension challenge. Speaking from experience, the four-way stop in Bishop’s Mill is frequently a drift-through zone, as is the three-way at the intersection of County Roads 18 and 20.

Some drivers of private, commercial, and municipal vehicles are equally challenged.

Michael Whittaker Dear Editor, I have just received another missive from Gord Brown, MP, and this time it contained an actual snippet of useful information, which was where to send your comments regarding the governments plan on improving fairness in the tax system. Which I did.

Conservatives and the business lobby are up in arms, are fearmongoring

and spreading misinformation that this legislation will “kill the family farm” and destroy local business.

This is not an attack on small business and farmers.

86% of small businesses are not affected by this, and small business tax rates are not being raised.

In fact, this legislation is aimed squarely at the 80% of people who make more than $2.3 million a year, and use the loopholes in the current system to avoid paying their fair share of taxes. Also, this legislation should not affect anyone earning less than $150,000 a year, as that is the threshold at which it is possible to make use of these loopholes, and most small businesses owners don’t have an income that high. As for our farmers, this legislation does not prevent them from passing on their farm to family members, and neither does it affect their $1 million lifetime capital gains exemption.

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I have seen very young children trying to cross this busy road a number of times.

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Below are some highlights from the regular Municipality of North Grenville Council Meeting held on Monday, September 25, 2017: Budget 2018: Council approved the timeline for the 2018 budget process, with final adoption of the budget targeted for December 11, 2017. The timeline outlines when and how the public, Council and staff are able to provide input into the process. Full details on the timeline and the entire budget process, including the budget launch presentation, are available at www.northgrenville.ca/ budget.

G e r a l d Ta l l m a n Nominated for Award: Council nominated Gerald Tallman for the 2017 United Counties of Leeds & Grenville Bill Thake M e m o r i a l Aw a r d f o r Economic Development Leadership. The Award

recognizes a volunteer who has shown outstanding commitment and leadership resulting in the growth and vitality of the Leeds Grenville economy within the 10 member municipalities. The Award will be presented by the Counties at the Economic Development Summit in November.

Wa s t e R e d u c t i o n We e k 2 0 1 7 : C o u n c i l proclaimed October 1622 as Waste Reduction Week in North Grenville.

Waste Reduction Week is held in partnership with a coalition of environmental non-profit and government o rg a n i z a t i o n s a c r o s s Canada and provides an opportunity to recognize the benefits of waste reduction and

raise awareness around sustainable and responsible consumption. Keep an eye on the Municipal website and social media channels for more information.

Upcoming Planning/ Public Meetings: There are three public meetings scheduled to take place at the Committee of the Whole meeting on M o n d a y, O c t o b e r 2 : 1) Zoning By-Law Amendment Application ZBA-11-17 (25 Hilltop Cres.), 2) ZBA-12-17 (303 French Settlement Road) and 3) ZBA 132017 (Tradewinds Cres, eQuinelle Phase 2. Details will be available in the October 2 agenda package on the Municipal website on Friday, September 29.

Upcoming Meetings:

C o u n c i l o n Tu e s d a y, October 10; Committee of the Whole on Monday, October 2. All meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre (285 County Rd 44, Kemptville) and are open to the public.

Full agenda packages are posted on the Municipal website on the Friday prior to the meeting. For more information contact Clerk Cahl Pominville at cpominville@ northgrenville.on.ca, or at 613-258-9569 ext. 110.

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Gov’t funding shortfall has Victims Services facing crisis

They help people experiencing the worst times in their lives; but now, thanks to a lack of government funding, staff at Victims Services of Leeds and Grenville find themselves facing a crisis.

The situation had LeedsGrenville MPP, Steve Clark, using a Member’s Statement at Queen’s Park last week to call for urgent action from Ontario’s Attorney General.

“Speaker, the role of Victims Services isn’t

limited to the few hours after an incident. They’re mandated to provide ongoing support,” he said.

“This includes developing safety plans for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and human trafficking.”

However, under the province’s funding formula, the agency is only funded for initial contact with victims, while the outdated formula is based on 849 new victims annually.

MPP Clark said that statistics show how dramatically shortchanged Victims Services is, as staff assisted 1,175 new victims last year and are on pace to reach 2,000 in 2017/18. “ Yo u c a n i m a g i n e how this is affecting staff.

Minimum Wage increase comes into effect Ontario is increasing the general minimum wage for the fourth consecutive year, which brought the wage up to $11.60 as of October 1.

As a part of Ontario's plan for Fair Workplaces and Better Jobs, the general minimum wage would again increase to $14 on January 1, 2018, and to $15 on January 1, 2019, which would be followed by annual increases at the rate of inflation.

Ontario's plan would also ensure part-time and temporary help agency workers are paid the same hourly wage as full-time workers, introduce paid sick days for every worker, enable at least three weeks' vacation after five years with the same employer, and step up enforcement of employment laws.

By October 2017, the general minimum wage will have increased by almost 70% since 2004, when it stood at $6.85.

The minimum wage remained frozen between 1996 and 2003.

This will be the 11th minimum wage increase since 2004.

Special minimum wage rates for liquor servers, students under the age of 18, hunting and fishing guides, and homeworkers will also increase at the same time.

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The stress of doing the impossible day after day has them overwhelmed,” he said, adding, “I fear they’re at the breaking point.”

The situation shouldn’t be a surprise to the Attorney General, as it was raised by the Victim Services of Leeds and Grenville board chair in a November, 2016 letter.

Warning about the impact chronic underfunding was having on the agency, the letter states: “We have been creative and resourceful and are well supported by our communities, however there is a tremendous concern shared by our board in regards to the impact this is having on our staff’s mental health

and our ability to continue service delivery in a rural environment.”

Instead of acting on the serious issues raised, Steve said the government shamefully waited eight months to respond and deferred any review of funding for another year.

“The Attorney General asks Victims Services to help some of the most vulnerable people in our community, and the agency’s staff does remarkable work in extremely difficult situations,” he stressed.

“I fi n d i t ab s o l u t e l y unacceptable for this government to put them under even more pressure by refusing to provide the funding necessary for them to do their jobs.”

UPDATE UPDATE UPCOMING MEETINGS COUNCIL Tuesday, October 10 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. For agenda information, please visit the Municipal website at www.northgrenville.ca/document-library.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Monday, October 16 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre.

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY SCHEDULE CHANGES

The Municipal Office, Public Library and Waste Transfer Station will be CLOSED on Monday, October 9. There will be NO pickup of recycling or solid waste on Monday, October 9. Pick-up for the week will be delayed by one day.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – CONTRACT POSITION EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

The Municipality of North Grenville is accepting resumes from interested and qualified candidates for Contract Position – Equipment Operator. The closing date to receive applications is 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Further information is available at www.northgrenville.ca/careers.

2017 BURN PERMITS AVAILABLE ONLINE

In accordance with By-Law 33-12, a Burn Permit is required to conduct open burning on property located outside of the urban area. New in 2017, the entire application and renewal process is available online at www.northgrenville.ca. The online process also allows you to receive direct notification of special conditions such as fire bans and fire risk level. Burn permits are also still available at the Municipal Office or at the Fire Hall at 259 County Rd. 44 and the fee is still $15. Please check conditions prior to burning by calling 613-706-1770.

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Finally recognized

by Deron Johnston Throughout the course of history, flags are sometimes considered symbolic of struggle. The FrancoOntarian flag (which has come to represent Ontario residents whose native tongue is French), is no stranger to struggle. The first time that the flag flew was on September 25, 1975, at Laurentian University in Sudbury. Unfortunately, it wasn’t officially recognized until 2001 and the first Franco-Ontarian Day was declared on September 25, 2010.

On Monday September 25, 2017, the FrancoOntarian flag was raised for the first time outside the North Grenville Municipal Centre (NGMC) in a special ceremony. Back in 2010, the Municipal Council of the day (which included current Deputy Mayor Barb Tobin and former Councillor Tim Sutton) voted to reject flying it outside. This rejection is vividly remembered by current French Catholic School Board Trustee, Anouk Tremblay, who (along with Clarice Lulai Angi) approached the then-mayor about having the flag flown outside the NGMC. Other

It was very fitting that both schools had many of their students in attendance for this important occasion, along with parents, teachers, and representatives from both school boards.

All members of Municipal Council were present, along with others, including employees of the municipality.

Linda Savard, the Chair of the French Public School Board and Trustee Tremblay gave speeches to commemorate the special day, and Councillor Jim Bertram made a short speech in French. As the flag was raised, the Franco-Ontarian anthem was played on a

municipalities in the area, including Merrickville, had no problem flying the Franco-Ontarian flag.

According to the 2016 Census, residents whose native tongue is French make up almost six percent of the population of North Grenville. Not surprisingly, there are now two French language schools operating in Kemptville, Ecole Elementaire Publique Riviere-Rideau and Ecole Elementaire Catholique Sainte Marguerite Bourgeois, which are both located on the campus of the former Kemptville College. Enrolment in both schools is growing rapidly.

keyboard and sung by many of the attendees.

It was a beautiful, warm and sunny day for the flag raising. One would hope that the future is also bright for both schools and the rest of the francophone population in North Grenville.

It’s taken a long time to be

recognized formally, but hopefully this will become a tradition for a long time to come. Trustee Tremblay hoped that events like this would mean that more francophones would embrace and celebrate their heritage.

A historic Franco-Ontarian day

Students of École publique Rivière Rideau of the Conseil des écoles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario (CEPEO) celebrated Franco-Ontarian Day on September 25.

As the school recently opened in North Grenville, the City Council raised the Franco-Ontarian flag for the first time in its history. A convoy of the school’s elementary and junior high students, quickly joined by students from surrounding schools, arrived at the site after a walk through the streets of the city. The objective was to showcase their pride. Some of them, from the Centre d’excellence artistique de l’Ontario (CEAO), which is home to École secondaire publique De La Salle, then began singing the now famous “Mon beau drapeau” (my beautiful flag).

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Enbridge donates to Fire Department Economic Development Officer a possibility for Merrickville

by Hilary Thomson Enbridge Gas Distribution gave the Merrickville Fire Department $5,000 last week to help support fire fighter training.

The donation is part of Project Assist, a program that partners with the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council to supplement existing

training for Ontario volunteer and composite fire departments in the areas served by Enbridge.

A donation of $100,000 will be shared between 20 Ontario Fire Departments, to be used towards training materials. Since the launch of the program in 2012, 86 fire departments in Ontario have received additional training.

“Safety is a priority at

Enbridge and we are proud to support Ontario fire fighters who share in our commitment to help keep our communities safe,” says Jamie LeBlanc of Enbridge, who was on hand for the cheque presentation at the Merrickville Fire Department last week.

Merrickville-Wolford Fire Chief, Mark Urquhart, says the department is very grateful for Enbridge’s

commitment to support local fire departments.

“Enbridge also donated $10,000 towards the purchasing of a brush truck last year,” Mark pointed out at the cheque presentation. “Their deep commitment to safety and the utmost respect for our community is to be commended.”

Lions Club gazebo gets support from Council

by Hilary Thomson Merrickville-Wolford Council has given their support to a Lions Club project to build a gazebo in the Blockhouse Park.

The Lions Club has already been talking with Parks Canada, owner of the land where they would be building the gazebo. According to the presentation made to council by Lions Club representative Tim Molloy last Monday, Parks Canada is in favour of the project, as long as the gazebo goes with the existing structures in the park and doesn’t obstruct the view of the canal.

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This is not the first time there has been a gazebo in Merrickville. The original gazebo in the municipality sat at the corner of St. Lawrence Street and Main Street.

“Bandshells [gazebos] are integral parts of old villages,” Tim said at the meeting. “It is in keeping with our historical nature.”

The gazebo will be the property of the Lions Club, as they would hold the license of occupation from Parks Canada. The proposed location for the 24x16 foot structure is just southeast of the freight shed in the Blockhouse Park, not too far from where the original gazebo once stood.

The Lions Club hopes

has failed to progress. “This was second on our list,” Tim says. They are also looking for any in-kind donations they can receive from the local business community, as well as some funding from the municipality for electrical hook up. “We would like to hear some intent from council to chip in,” Tim said at the meeting.

Merrickville-Wolford Council resolved to support the project in principal, which includes sending a letter of support to Parks Canada. They will be revisiting the idea of funding the electrical hook up once they enter the 2018 budget deliberations later this year.

that the gazebo will become a hub for the community.

Open air concerts in the summer is just one of the suggested uses for the gazebo. It would also be used as a focal point for community celebrations, like Canada Day and Christmas in Merrickville, and provide a place of respite for the thousands of tourists, boaters, cyclists and pedestrians who visit the village every year. The Lions Club believes that this gazebo would go a long way in strengthening and enhancing the community.

The project will be partially paid for by the money the Lions Club had earmarked for the public washroom project, which

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by Hilary Thomson Merrickville-Wolford Council has directed staff to apply for a grant from the provincial government to hire an Economic Development Officer (EDO) for the municipality.

This decision came following a recommendation by the Economic Development Committee, which has been looking at how best to move forward on the municipality’s strategic and economic development plans.

An EDO would be the person on the ground to help businesses, liaise with the municipality’s many community groups, and look at how to attract more residents, developers and, possibly, light industry to the Municipality. “We have spent 18 months developing an economic development plan,” says CAO John Regan.

“There is a lot to be implemented.”

The salary for the 2-year contract position is estimated at $50,000-$80,000, half of which would be paid for by grant money from the Rural Economic Development program, with the other half coming out of municipal coffers. Councillor Kim Weedmark stated at the council meeting that he is hesitant to create another job within the Municipality, and wondered whether it would be possible to share an EDO with another municipality to lower the costs.

Deputy Mayor Ann Barr said that, while she understands this concern, she believes that this is an excellent opportunity for the municipality to test out an EDO. “For a bargain basement price, we can try one on,” she said in the meeting.

As of right now, no decision has been made about whether or not to hire an EDO. Direction has simply been given for staff to apply for the grant, the deadline for which was at the end of September. The decision about whether to hire an EDO rests on whether they are successful in their application. “We likely won’t hear anything until January,” according to John Regan.

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by Hilary Thomson Municipal volunteers were celebrated at a volunteer appreciation night at the Merrickville Legion last Wednesday evening. The evening went very well, with over 80 attendees. Both those who volunteer on the municipal committees, and volunteer fire fighters, were invited to attend. “We wouldn’t be able to do what we do at the municipality without the help of volunteers,” CAO John Regan says. “It is very important to take time to recognize those who give their time to make our community a better place.”

A couple of special honours were given out at the event. Volunteer fire fighters, Chris Hansen and Gary Crawford, were given a bar to add to their 25-year medal to mark 30 years of service with the Merrickville Fire Department. Fire fighter, Ron Eagle, is also receiving his 30-year bar this year, but was unable to attend the celebration.

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Seventh annual Merrickville’s Jazz Fest The seventh annual edition of Merrickville’s Jazz Fest (MJF) kicks off this year with a Grand Opening celebration on Thursday, October 12 at 7:00 pm in the Baldachin Ballroom in recognition of MJF sponsors and supporters and runs until our closing concert Sunday, October 15 at 7:00 pm.

Featuring 15 stellar groups; a blend of local and out of town artists will treat your ears to lots of amazing jazz with veterans of the jazz scene as well as many up and coming newcomers that, years from now, you will be able to say that you saw live when they were early in their careers. Several groups have new CD releases or special projects to present to MJF audiences.

Sam Kirmayer Quartet is the Saturday night closing concert and Sam is a highly talented young and engaging guitarist based in Montreal who has been described by Katie Malloch as having “a fearlessness and momentum that promises much, much more to come”. His style and his clear, direct tone are reminiscent of the guitar greats such as Wes Montgomery. In contrast, on Sunday afternoon, Jacques Kuba Seguin will bring his Odd Lot sextet project to October 4, 2017

the festival. He is a trumpet player who has incorporated elements of Eastern European music styles and elements of electronica into his jazz compositions. He is an award-winning trumpeter and composer who has a distinctly unique sound to his jazz that will have you wanting to hear more by the end of his performance.

The festival closing concert on Sunday will present a set by the fantastic Ottawa based Prime Rib Big Band. While only established about a year ago they have consistently played to full houses wherever they perform. The band includes some of the finest local musicians and with leader Ed Lister’s original charts and arrangements, the music of this 11-piece band will have you grinning from ear to ear.

Our mission to bring more music to the village continues to expand, through a onetime special Guitar Master Clinic with Sam Kirmayer on Saturday afternoon. This clinic presents an amazing opportunity for both aspiring and experienced guitarists of all genres to refine their technique under the guidance of a master musician.

2017 will also see the introduction of a Sunday morning jazz worship service

at Holy Trinity Anglican Church with Ottawa based Evensong Ensemble. Music & Our Spiritual Journey is a non-ticketed event open to the community at large.

MJF is made possible by our generous sponsors, whom we gratefully acknowledge here. Our platinum level sponsors this year are: The Baldachin Inn, The Blue Pearl Foundation and Wick Witch Candle & Bath Co. Our gold level sponsors are: A Touch of Whimsy, Holy Trinity Anglican Church, RONA Kemptville Building Centre, Lark Spur Line Ltd. and RBC Royal Bank Given the blend of straight ahead mainstream jazz, funky fusion and originality and the variety of local and out of town artists, you will want to get your weekend pass soon. For more information on our program, artists, venues and a complete list of our sponsors, please visit merrickvillesjazzfest. com . Tickets are reasonably priced and available for purchase on our website, The Knock Knock Shoppe or the Merrickville Book Emporium. Our opening night concert is free for sponsors and advance ticket holders.

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FALL HOME IMPROVEMENT Serving the Eastern Ontario region, Kemptville Building Centre Rona, Kemptville Interiors, and, now, The Design Centre at KBC, are your local, one-stop shopping headquarters for all building supplies, home furniture, appliances, paint, lumber, flooring, tools, and home and renovation design services. The staff enjoy helping their customers solve any problem.

RONA A family run business, Kemptville Building Centre Rona (or "KBC", as many locals call it), knows that its best asset is the customer service experience its staff provides. KBC Rona is proud to say that many of our employees have been with us for over 20 years, while some joined the company over 40 years ago.

This continuity of employment brings a level of confidence and stability to any privately-owned company.

Owned by the Norenberg family, Kemptville RONA took on the RONA name in 2012, but has operated under the Home Hardware name, and, originally, Kempville Building Centre, in Kemptville, since 1974. The Kemptville Building Centre was founded by the late Karl Norenberg and continues under the leadership of son, Eric Norenberg.

At KBC RONA, there is a grand focus on Total Project Service – complete on-site design consultation, renovation advice, installation, and after-sale support, to help create the kitchen, bathroom, or anything of your dreams.

In the last year, KBC expanded on this and created The Design Studio at KBC, a special place for customers to get a richer and more relaxed experience in renovation.

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Posh Plum, Gifts and Home Decor, opened recently for business at 207 Prescott Street in Old Town Kemptville. The shop occupies Old Town Kemptville's most famous landmarks, the "Old Kemptville Carnegie Library"

(NC) No matter how nice a home may appear to be, if it's not well maintained, it can quickly lose its value — especially when it comes time to sell.

“As with anything, a home requires a great deal of attention and care,” explains Norm Jensen of Royal LePage Network Realty Corp. “While not as noticeable as a car or electronic device, homes experience a great deal of wear and tear, braving the elements on a daily basis. This is why regular maintenance is so important. By keeping your home in good condition, you preserve its value and protect the lifespan of your investment.”

Home maintenance doesn't always have to be a tedious and expensive proposition. By routinely addressing the following issues, you too can ensure that your home is always in the best shape possible: 1. Pay attention to the driveway. By periodically checking for damage and repairing loose or broken paving stones and small cracks in the asphalt, homeowners can preserve their driveway's functionality and appearance. Consider applying sealer every three to five years in order to protect your driveway and freshen up your property's look.

2. Clean your gutters. An eavestrough system plays a crucial role in diverting water away from the house. With regular maintenance of this system, homeowners can help prevent water from seeping into wood siding, concrete and masonry, avoiding costly repairs.

3. Check your air conditioning unit. Ensure peak performance and lower monthly utility bills by having a qualified professional look at your air conditioning unit annually.

4. Seal up your foundation. Every spring, be sure to take a look around your house for signs of problems such as crumbling paint or water marks on interior walls. If any are found, chances are there is a crack in your home's foundation. Be sure to repair and seal these thoroughly as they can create rather expensive problems down the road.

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The Library was built in 1912 by a grant from the Andrew Carnegie Foundation. In 2001 the building was designated by the Township of North Grenville as a Heritage Property.

In 2011 the Township built a new modern and larger library on the same street and placed the Old Kemptville Library for sale.

The old Kemptville Carnegie Library was purchased by Bruce Chapman and Ann Shaher.

Bruce and Ann have worked to restore the interior of the building back to it's original form. All ceilings, floors, walls were stripped down and restored to their original form. Including baseboards, crown moldings and door frames. Now that the interior restoration has been completed they are in the process of restoring the exterior.

Ann has now opened her new gift and home decor shop "Posh Plum" at the 'Old Library'. The shop retails various gift items such as hostess gifts, wedding gifts.

Wall decor, table top, accent furniture and various pieces of art can be found there. In addition she accepts upscale consignment items. Also local artists paintings can be found there adorning the shop walls.

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4 things to think about when listing your home

Homeowners looking to list their properties should consider the following four tips to ensure that their experience is a good one:

(NC) Whether you're looking to downsize into a smaller abode or want to find a new home that fits your growing needs, there are a few key considerations to make in order to maximize the return on your real estate investment.

“The decision to sell a home is often one of the most important choices that anyone can make in their lifetime,” explains Brad Johnstone of Royal LePage Niagara Real Estate Centre. “While this decision may sometimes seem nerve-racking, it doesn't need to be. By asking the right questions and seeking out the best support, sellers can effectively streamline the process and take full advantage of their earning potential.”

1. Research prospective agents. As with anything, a realtor's skillset can vary. While some may specialize in condominiums, others may focus on the luxury market. Before selecting your agent, do your homework and make sure they are a good fit. Generally, it is best to select an agent with a deep understanding of your property type and area.

2. Interview your agent and ask for a presentation. Arrange to meet with a prospective agent while all decision-makers are at the table. This will allow you to make an informed decision and determine how they will help you sell your home.

3. Be transparent. Make sure your agent knows what's on your mind. Are you concerned about the timeliness of the sale? Are you firm on a certain price?

Any information that you can provide will help smooth out the selling process and improve your satisfaction.

4. Pricing. Regardless of whether it's a buyer's, seller's or balanced market, a home that is priced correctly will often sell much faster. When listing your home, be sure to sit down with your agent and decide on a value that accurate reflects the market.

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(NC) Planning a DIY renovation project? Here are some questions to ask yourself first.

Do you have the skills? Many of today's home improvement products make it easy for do-it-yourselfers, but other projects require specialized skills. Seeing something done on a television renovation show isn't the same as having practical experience. Getting in over your head can end up costing more money, and frustration than hiring a professional in the first place.

Do you have the time? Renovation projects can take a lot of time to complete. If the work disrupts your dayto-day routine – such as with kitchen or bathroom renovations – or exposes your home to weather – like in roofing projects or exterior refinishing – delays can be a real problem. Be realistic about how much time the work will take and if you're able to meet this schedule.

Are you trying to save money? If your primary reason for doing-it-yourself is to save money, talk to a contractor before you make a final decision. They may be able to suggest ways of reducing the cost of your project while still using professional services.

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5 facts you need to know about heating your home

(NC) As Canadians, we rely on heating systems more than most nations in the world. But our need doesn't necessarily translate into knowledge. If you're unhappy with the comfort or cost of keeping your home warm in winter, here are some things to consider.

Insulation is key.

While the kind of energy source and heating equipment you have can affect annual costs a lot, don't even think about upgrading your system until you've optimized insulation levels in your home. For most places in Canada, 22 inches of batt or loose-fill insulation in the attic makes sense. This is more than many homes have, but it pays to go beyond the basics when it comes to insulation.

Choose natural gas if you can.

Natural gas is abundant in Canada and also burns cleanly in furnaces and boilers that operate at efficiencies greater than 95 per cent. Although prices fluctuate, natural gas always averages out to be the cheapest and most stable source of energy for home heating.

Consider heat pump technology.

If you don't have access to natural gas where you live, electric heat pumps make sense because they offer the next most economical source of heat. For every dollar you spend on electricity for a heat pump, the system delivers $2 to $3 worth of heat, compared with electric baseboard resistance heaters. Most heat pumps can also operate in reverse, cooling your home in summer.

Explore smart controls.

We've had programmable thermostats for a long time, but the electronics that control heating systems are advancing beyond these basics. Wireless thermostats, for example, make it easy to control the temperature of different rooms independently.

Why heat a room you won't be using at certain times of the day? Today's best control systems also deliver temperature levels that are more stable and consistent than ever, especially with hot water heating systems.

Hydronic heating conversion.

“Hydronic” is a fancy word used to describe hot water heating systems. Hot water radiators and infloor heating provide some of the nicest and most even heat you'll experience. Since there are no fans involved, there's no moving air to kick up dust. Hydronic heating is also one of the best options for converting from electric baseboard heaters to natural gas.

Regardless of what insulation or heating system changes you want to make to your home, be sure to hire a qualified contractor to do the work. Home heating systems are not DIY projects — you need an expert who knows all the safety requirements. Electrical and gas contractors need to be licensed, so never hire someone who isn't.

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Prep your yard now for success next growing season (NC) Taking a little time to properly prepare your yard for fall and winter can be crucial to ensuring gorgeous plants and foliage in the spring. Follow these simple steps to get your yard in top shape:

by Hilary Thomson 1. There's a reason raking your yard is synonymous with fall — layers of dead grass and other materials build up over the summer and can prevent strong grass growth. Rake your yard thoroughly for a good start next spring.

2. Did you know that fall is the best time to do weed control? Weeds continue to gather the north grenville nutrients and energy that they store during the winter to use in the spring. Apply herbicide to decrease the chance of their survival during the winter.

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4. Fertilizing your lawn in the fall gives it the energy it needs to maintain a healthy root system and bounce back to life in the spring.

5. Clean and cover outdoor furniture and store in a shed if possible. That way, your furniture won't blow away or have to brave the harsh elements head on.

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(NC) With the return of crisp fall air, most of us look forward to snuggling up at home.

Here are some tips for creating an inviting space that's ready for chilly nights and the upcoming festive seasons.

1. Use seasonal harvest items as decorations. A variety of pumpkins, gourds, twigs and dried leaves make great table centrepieces, front door focal points and mantle décor.

2. Switch out pillows and add a blanket to your favourite sitting area. Focus on plaids and stripes with deep tones to enhance the autumnal atmosphere.

Not only are these additions functional, you'll also find yourself gravitating to the space more often.

3. Stow your summer wardrobe. Putting away your shorts and sandals and bringing in warmer sweaters, shoes and booties will put you in a warm fall mood. Try the Denver Hayes oil

Bob Parent, at Logs to Lumber in Oxford Mills, will travel to your site and transform your logs to valuable lumber quickly, professionally and conveniently with his portable sawmill. No need to pay for expensive wood transportation.

His price includes complete bandsaw services with an experienced operator. Their band saw is the new Woodmizer LT50 Super Hydraulic mill. Reasonable rates, ($75.00 per hour), professional quality, references available. A 16 inch Wood Chipper is now available for rent with operator.

Logs to Lumber also has a selection of lumber for sale, made from ash, cherry, red oak, white oak, black walnut, white pine, in various finishes. The latest trend is for live-edge, kiln-dried slabs, and we have them too!

Whatever your furniture or trimming needs, dining-room tables, door trim, window trim, cheese boards, your imagination is the only limitation.

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They have fireplace mantles on site, made from ironwood, tamarack, cedar, and other woods, more than 150 years old. Come in and see what’s in store. Logs to Lumber are at 790 Pattersons Corners Rd, Oxford Mills.

Contact: 613.850.4203. Check out Bob’s tour of Logs to Lumber on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/olTbikTIMRI.

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4. Prep the fireplace.

Contact a professional to get it checked and cleaned prior to having your first fire of the season. Following the cleaning, rearrange your furniture around the fireplace and add

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Shannon Armitage - Fire Prevention Officer, Randy Urslak - Deputy Fire Chief, Sparky, John Okum - Director of Emergency & Protective Services/Fire Chief, Josée Lizotte- Volunteer Firefighter/Bylaw Officer

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A few months ago, a 14 year old boy was home alone in the South Gower area after school, when all of a sudden his carbon monoxide alarm started sounding. He had the smarts to get out of the house and go to a neighbour’s house across the street then called 9-1-1. The fire department arrived to investigate the alarm and congratulated the young man for his good decisions because carbon monoxide poisoning is a preventable tragedy that kills 11 people in Ontario every year.

Some time ago, the NGFS worked with a homeowner who did not have working smoke alarms to have new ones installed. One afternoon after cooking some lunch on the stove, the homeowner took a nap only to be woken up to the sound of his smoke alarm due to a grease fire on the stove top. The owner was then able to get up and react and survived a fire that would have been potentially deadly 30 seconds later.

While walking after school, on September 20th 2017, 13 year old Cameron Durie took quick action to notify the North Grenville Fire Service when he saw/ smelled smoke and heard a smoke alarm sounding, in the downtown area building. His astute awareness, recognizing a potential emergency then having the resolve to notify the authorities of a potential fire. This incident was investigated and determined to be a false alarm; however, Fire Chief John Okum and Fire Prevention Officer Shannon Armitage would like to remind residents that working smoke alarms are the law and do save lives. When possible fire conditions are observed please call 9-1-1.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS Oct 5 Youngsters of Yore, 1:30 pm, Library Program Room. Visit to Big Sky Ranch.

Oct 12 Music at the Mill, Spencerville: The Pie Plates, Roots, bluegrass & country mix, 7:30 pm. $15 at the door. See www.spencervillemill.ca

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Kemptville Quilters Guild, 2nd Mon./mth at the Kemptville Pentecostal Church, 1964 County Road 43, 7 pm. New members welcome.

Kemptville Cancer Support Group, 3rd Mon/mth, St. John’s United Church, Prescott St., 2 pm. All welcome. For info, please call Ellen Vibert-Miller at 613258-7778.

Modern square dance club, Grenville Gremlins,7:30-10 pm, NG Municipal Centre BNI Networking Group Breakfast, Grenville Mutual Insurance Building, 380 Colonnade Dr, 7- 8:30 am. Info: 613-918-0430.

Bridge St. John’s United Church, 12:15 pm. Cost $4. All levels of bridge players welcome. Info, contact Sandra at 613-258-2691.

The Branch Artisans Guild, North Grenville Community Church, 2659 Concession Street every 3rd Tue/mth, 7 pm. New members welcomed!

Wed NG Photography Club - 1st Wed./mth, 7-9 pm, at the Grenville Mutual Insurance, 380 Colonnade Drive. See ngphotoclub.ca for info.

Klub 67 Euchre every 2nd & 4th Wed/mth, 1:15 pm, St. John's United Church.

Everyone welcome $5.00.

Bingo- 1st & 3rd Wed/mth., Kemptville Legion, 1 pm. All welcome. Refreshments available.

New Horizon Club: Meetings held at the Burritt`s Rapids Community Hall.. All adults 55 plus welcome to join. For info re programs and membership call Janet 613-269-2737.

Probus Club of North Grenville, 3rd Wed./mth. Everyone is welcome to join us at 9:30 am at St Paul's Presbyterian Church Hall for fellowship.

Holy Cross Church monthly suppers, 1st Wed/mth. Adults $8, Children $5. All are welcomed.

Thurs Bridge - St. John’s United Church, 6:15 pm. Cost $5. All levels of bridge players welcome. For more info, contact Sandra at 613-258-2691.

North Grenville Toastmasters - Meeting 1st & 3rd Thurs/mth., 7 pm at O’Farrell’s Financial Services, Cty Rd 44. Info, call 258-7665.

NGPL Science and Technology Group meetings are held the 1st/Thurs/mth, 7-9 pm in the program room at the Library.

Fri Friendship Lunch held at St. John's United Church. Lunch is served at 11:30, donations accepted but not expected. Everyone welcome.

Twice The Fun Games (200 Sanders St. Unit 103) Game Night, 2nd and 4th Fri/mth, 6-10 pm. Bring your favourite game or borrow one from their library.

Sat Kemptville Legion breakfast, 8 - 10 am 3rd Sat/mth, 100 Reuben Crescent. Adults $5. Children under 12 $3. All welcome.

Kerith Debt Freedom Centre – Provides free and confidential coaching to help you get and stay out of debt, 2nd & 4th Sat/mth. Call 613-258-4815 x 103 or www.kdfc.ca to request an appointment.

Sun Twice The Fun Games (200 Sanders St. Unit 103)“Organized Play” and "Learn to Play" events, 1-4 pm . No experience needed.

M,W,F Kemptville and Area Walking Group meet at Municipal Centre at 8 am. All welcome.

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House of Lazarus Hunger Awareness Challenge

Back Row L-R: House of Lazarus (HOL) Executive Director Cathy Ashby, HOL Client Services Manager Kim Merkley, South Dundas Mayor Evonne Delegarde, Merrickville-Wolford Mayor David Nash, North Grenville Deputy Mayor Barb Tobin, HOL Linking Hands Coordinator Sandy Casselman, Community Food Share Administrator Ian MvKelvie.

Front Row L-R: North Dundas Councillor Tony Fraser, North Dundas Mayor Eric Duncan, Winchester District Memorial Hospital CEO Cholly Boland.

Unpictured: community activitist Kim Sheldrick, North Grenville Councillor Frank Onasanya, North Dundas Good Neighbour Mike Barkley, Westerra Homes Owner/Kemptville District Hospital Foundation Chair Robert Noseworthy

by Hilary Thomson Local politicians and business people got a taste of what it would be like to use a food bank during a H u n g e r Aw a r e n e s s Challenge last month.

F r o m M o n d a y, September 18, to Friday, September 22, the House of Lazarus in Mountain and Community Food Share in Winchester challenged

local leaders to follow a five-day dietary challenge that emulated what it is like for someone facing food insecurity and uses the food bank.

Each participant, which included members of municipal councils from North Dundas, South Dundas, MerrickvilleWo l f o r d , a n d N o r t h Grenville, as well as a few prominent business people, paid $25 and got

a five-day supply of food from the food bank at House of Lazarus. Their allotment (and $10 that was allowed for extras), was all they could use to make their meals for the entire work-week.

Although difficult for most of the participants, this is a normal challenge for the average food bank user, who often has to make this supply of food last much longer.

Many of the participants felt that the week made them realize the importance of the food they take for granted in their daily lives. Mayor of North Dundas, Eric Duncan, said that, as someone who doesn’t cook a lot at home, he struggled with planning out his meals and sometimes forgot to bring food with him, which meant he went all that day without eating. “I was starving by the time I got home,” he said.

Many of the participants also commented on how scarce fresh food can be at the food bank. Some who came earlier in the day were lucky and got to choose some meat and produce. Others, who came later, were not so lucky and ended up with a lot of canned goods.

“As food bank providers, we are trying to up the amount of fresh produce,” says House of Lazarus Executive Director, Cathy Ashby. “We are trying to get it up to 25 per cent of what people take home.”

Not only did many feel they suffered nutritionally throughout the week, there was also a social impact to food insecurity which surprised many participants. “I found I was eating in solitude a lot,” said Tony Fraser, a councillor in North Dundas. His saving grace

was attending the Dinner on the House program that House of Lazarus runs every Thursday. “I really enjoyed the social aspect.”

Tony also admitted that he spent a lot more of his day thinking and worrying about his next meal. “It was a real eye opener,” he says. “I really came to the realization of how much some people have to ration [their food].”

Mayor of MerrickvilleWolford, David Nash, admitted that, while he did enjoy his simple fare of Kraft dinner and wieners and beans, he missed treats and the selection of meats that he would normally include in his diet. While the food bank does supply some meat, it is usually in ground form, as it is more versatile. “It’s something we would like to change,” Cathy says.

All the participants felt that the challenge opened their eyes to the complexities of food insecurity. It has serious impacts, not only nutritionally, but socially and psychologically as well. For more information about the House of Lazarus and Community Food Share visit their websites: w w w. h o u s e o f l a z a r u s . com and www. communityfoodshare.ca.

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Forgotten victims of Hurricane Irma

by David Shanahan Yo u w o u l d t h i n k that, with all of the media attention that has been given to the three hurricanes and the Mexican earthquake in recent weeks, there would be little that we have not heard already. But, in fact, the situation in Cuba has been almost completely ignored in the wake of the devastation caused elsewhere.

Wo r l d Hope Canada, a Christian relief and development organisation, based in Kemptville, has been approached by churches October 4, 2017

in Cuba which are facing a humanitarian crisis which parallels those in other Caribbean islands after Hurricane Irma. The storm hit Cuba for more than 72 hours, with winds reaching 240 to 250 kmph, and affected 13 of the island’s 15 provinces.

Almost 2 million people had to be evacuated, with around 215,000 homes severely affected, 10,446 of which were completely destroyed. Over 3 million people were left without water, and huge areas of farmland were laid waste.

The Wesleyan Church there has asked World Hope for help in getting food and medical supplies

to the areas hit by this disaster, and, given Cuba’s strained relations with the U.S., it is to Canada that the Cuban Council of Churches are looking for help. World Hope have opened a space at the Kemptville Mall at which people can donate food and money, which will be sent to the churches for distribution. Very specific food items are needed: high protein, non-perishable items like canned tuna, salmon, sardines, chicken, ham, and beef.

Canned vegetables are also needed, as well as canned black beans. Black beans have been requested specifically, as they are a central ingredient in Cuban cooking, so no chick peas or red beans - just black.

Rice is also important.

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can provide clean drinking water. Medications are really urgently needed.

Wo r l d H o p e h a s a partnership with Health Partners International, and through them they can buy Physicians Travel Packs.

They are easily carried as luggage on flights, and then transported into the most remote regions of Cuba. They cost around $775 each, and World Hope plans to buy ten of them.

Another category they hope to supply is roofing material: tin, aluminum, etc., to help to rebuild some of the tens of thousands of homes which were destroyed by the hurricane. The main aim is to collect enough food, medical supplies, and water filtration systems, to fill a 20-foot container, but a small team hope to leave North Grenville in about a week to bring

down some food and medications. Depending on how donations go at the Kemptville Mall location, the hope is to get the container filled and shipped in about a month.

The initiative looks to raise about $20,000, of which $6,000 has already been collected.

Although this project is being run by the churches in Cuba, the food and medications will be distributed to whoever needs them, regardless of denomination or religion, and at no charge.

Medications will be administered by medical professionals only, again, at no charge.

The Cuban Government have been very supportive of this initiative and have agreed to allow the supplies into the country duty-free, without any customs delays. Contacts for World Hope in Cuba

say that gardens and small farms have been destroyed, and the lack of food is already being felt.

Financial contributions can be made through the World Hope website, or over the phone at the office in Kemptville. Cheques can be mailed, or dropped off at the Mall location, and should be made out to World Hope Canada, and you can write in “Cuba Emergency Relief Fund” to have it assigned to that project. World Hope will report back on how things go.

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73's just need time to stop sliding down a slippery slope

by the sportsguy Last Sunday's challenge against the Cornwall Colts, when the Kemptville 73's were decimated from the Christopher Theodore show with a hat-trick, and 7 to 1 victory.

First frame, both clubs trying to capitalize on each other’s mistakes, closed out scoreless, with Kemptville out-shooting Cornwall 11 to 8.

Second session, as Chris Theodore flew over the line without being touched with a tipsy doodle by the stopper to draw first blood at 4:12 to put Cornwall on the board.

Then, at 5:19, Justin McRae, with helper from Mammas, gave the Colts 2-goal lead.

With man advantage, the 73's coughed it up to Mulhearn to find Ethan Mulhearn to bury it for SHG at 10:37 to open the flood gates. Chris Theodore blew by defence to rifle it into the mesh at 17:21 after helper from Mulhearn, to give him his second tally. At 17:43, with defensive meltdown from 73's, Samson combined with Poirier to find Cameron Hebert open to record five unanswered markers. Colt's Liam Lascelle’s SO attempt spoiled by Neal Samanski, with helpers from Giguere

with Williams at 17:55, to end the onslaught. Kemptville SOG 19 to Cornwall 14, but with 5-1 lead.

Final twenty, with 73's deflated, the Colts would face Nick Bond, as Peter Brooks took advantage of a early shower privilege. Colt's man short, as Chris Theodore ran over his assignment to post his hat-trick with SHG at 4:56. Then, yet another breakdown in PP of 73's, gave David Poirier, assisted by Mulhearn and Hebert at 9:33, for SHG to give the Colts 7 to 1 advantage.

Each squad trying to force an error so they could capital-

ize as the clock ran down.

I would think the next few practices are going to be vicious and strenuous.

With two back to back road games the 73's resilience would be tested.

Thursday night in Kanata, the opening period was an end-to-end affair without a score and Kemptville outgunning Kanata 19 to 6.

Second stanza, the sin-bin was on a revolving door and Kanata Lazers struck first at 18:45, when the 73's continued their PP woes, as Alex Johnston, with help from Sleeth, makes first scratch on sheet with SHG. Kanata would out-shoot Kemptville 15 to 10 for 1 goal lead.

The last twenty, Kemptville's Tailon partnered with Noah Rowe on point to beat Hektor to even it up at 0:35. Johnston to Eric Sutherland at 1:37 to break the tie. Sin-bin time for 73's, as Jack Quinn pick up from Nocita and Manderville at 4:30 for the insurance PPG. Eric Conley, from Rowe with Kirkby, to mount a comeback at 18:13, but not enough time

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as Kanata Lasers held on to 3 to 2 win. Kemptville SOG 15 to Kanata 12 Friday night into Rockland to meet the Nationals, hungry to turn their season around.

Opening twenty, Rockland beat Nick Bond when Mathieu Blanchette flew over the line without obstruction at 1:45. At 9:19, Shankar back to Hunter, when Ashton Fry launched in the rebound to even the odds. Tyson Kirkby, tagged from Rowe and Shankar, loaded up to slam one past Sean Storr at 17:07 to give 73's 2-1 lead to end the first. Nationals SOG 9 to 73's 4. Simon Houle from Brisebois with Power for PPG at 0:38 to start the second and even the score. Then at 18:09 Drew Shields assisted from Houle to have Rockland move ahead by one. Kemptville outshot Rockland 11 to 10.

The final twenty miler, Jordan Power assist from Brisebois and Blanchette with man advantage for PPG at 13:30 insurance goal for Nationals. Kemptville 73's

came on attack at 18:17, when Tailon found line mate Jacob Shankar to put them within one. Kirkby combined with Ashton, over to Noah Rowe, to launch a missile into the mesh at 19:37 to force OT. 73's and Nationals even SOG at 9.

Five minute OT turned into a defensive battle for both clubs, with only 2 SOG

by Rockland without results to initiate a SO. 73's choice were unable to make it happen, as the Nationals pumped in two to give them the win 5-4.

All the new faces need to adjust to the pace, work ethic, and buy into the system and, when they do, we will have a team for contention. Come on out to their next home to show your support and experience Hockey with EDGE.

Call for Vendors Craft and Bake Sale Kemptville Legion Nov. 4 8am to 2pm Looking for vendors, please call Lorena at 613 258 9065

Literary Follies celebrates 15th Anniversary

The Literary Follies, scheduled for Sunday, October 22, 2017, will feature three well-known guest authors who will focus largely on Canadiana.

This year’s event, the 15th Anniversary according to the Friends of the North

Grenville Public Library, is slated for the Grenville Mutual Building.

Author J. William Galbraith will highlight the career of John Buchan, best known for penning thrillers such as The Thirty-Nine Steps which was

adapted into a Hitchcock movie. Many will recall that the Kemptville Players presented an adaptation of this popular novel a few years ago. What many may have forgotten is that he was also Lord Tweedsmuir, Canada’s fifteenth Governor General from 1935 to 1940. He worked tirelessly for Canadian unity and promoted the sovereignty of Canada. In 1937, he founded the Governor General’s Awards.

Two other authors on the program are Victor Suthern who will discuss Captain Cook in Canada: from Louisbourg to

Nootka and Dan Black who will share his book, Child Soldiers in the War. 2col. wide = 3.375" x 2" MusicBusiness will be card provided by the Sing’n Seniors and Louise Atchison---We’ll Meet Again and Justin In Business Sinceto2002 Ralph, Opera Singer Folk Musician.

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CDSBEO appoints Director of Education The Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario is pleased to announce the appointment of John Cameron, as its new Director of Education for the Board, effective January 1, 2018. Mr. Cameron, who was appointed to the position on September 19th by the Board of Trustees, is currently the Associate Director of Education, with responsibilities that include supervision of Catholic schools in the Cornwall area.

Board Chair, Todd Lalonde says that October 4, 2017

M r. C a m e r o n h a s a longstanding career in Catholic education. “Mr. Cameron’s dedication to Catholic education cannot be questioned. He has demonstrated for many years, his dedication to ensuring that students have the opportunity to flourish in a faith-filled learning environment. He is a strong advocate for our beliefs and values and I look forward to working closely with him in this new role.”

Over his 26 year career as an educator, Mr. Cameron has held

p o s i t i o n s i n c l u d i n g Success portfolio. He has secondary teacher, vice- acted as a mentor and p r i n c i p a l , p r i n c i p a l , guide for the CDSBEO superintendent and most Catholic student trustees, recently Associate Director and as key facilitator of Education. His career for the CDSBEO Parent began at St. Joseph’s Involvement Committee.

C a t h o l i c S e c o n d a r y Mr. Cameron earned his S c h o o l i n C o r n w a l l Masters of Education from where he taught religious the University of Ottawa. education. During his Director of Education, time as an administrator, Wm. J. Gartland expressed Mr. Cameron has gained his confidence in the experience overseeing the appointment. “Our Board Religious and Family Life has benefited greatly Education Department, the f r o m M r. C a m e r o n ’s International Education participation in planning program, the Adult and for the needs of our system Continuing Education in his current capacity program, and the Student as Associate Director of 21

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Education. I know that he will bring that same level of passion to this new position.”

Mr. Cameron expressed his gratitude. “I am honoured to have been given this opportunity.

Our board has seen much success under the direction of retiring Director of Education Wm. J. Gartland, and I look forward to building on those successes as I take on this exciting role.

Over the years, I have enjoyed working with the Board of Trustees in my capacity as Superintendent

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Neon Night has a record breaking year in a record breaking heat wave!

On September 23, at the Neon Night Fun Run in Kemptville, community members rallied together on one of the hottest days in September.

This year’s 4th annual event was bigger and brighter than ever before, drawing a record breaking 790 participants and event total of $80,000. North Grenville Fire Service and Merrickville Fire Department came out to support the event and helped out to cool off participants at the finish line with a rain shower from one of the aerials.

"This is such a powerful event," remarked Christina Thompson, Fundraising Specialist for the Canadian C a n c e r S o c i e t y. “ T h i s community truly bands together for the kids and it is really making an impact.

People may not realize that there can be long-term side effects that can last for decades. Every child with cancer deserves the best care and our researchers are working hard to improve the treatments they need.”

Christina congratulated the local organizing committee

who pulled together a fantastic event and who truly deserve the credit for this past weekend's success. In four years, this event has raised over $250,000, and they will continue to hold the event year after year to fund more research.

"Words cannot express the gratitude for the huge turnout and support for this event" remarked Brenda Burich, Event Chair Neon Night for Childhood Cancer.

"We truly have one of the most generous communities, who are willing to get decked out in Neon and make the night bright for our Warriors."

Childhood cancer warriors, were knighted again this year during the opening ceremony. In honour of their battle, Canadian Olympic & Olympic hopeful athletes knighted child warriors who are currently going through treatment or have completed their last treatment.

Codi Jeffreys from the Jewel 98.5 FM morning show and Carrie Smith from the presenting sponsor, Kemptville Physiotherapy, kicked off the evening celebration.

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Fundraising events like Neon Night help fund the continuing development of more effective childhood cancer treatments. In 2016, CCS invested $4.4M in childhood cancer research (representing 11% of the total research investment).

In addition, about 40% of research investment, funded research into multiple or all cancer types, which can also have an impact on childhood cancers. CCS-funded researchers are actively searching for new ways to detect, diagnose and treat childhood cancers, as well as reduce long-term side effects faced by many as a result of their treatments.

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Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Seniors?

Volunteers are needed for Meals on Wheels in North Grenville

Kemptville & District Home Support volunteer Dianna Kirkpatrick helps out in several programs including Meals on Wheels prep. This involves getting the meals ready for delivery, whether they go out hot or frozen to be enjoyed later. Dianna is enthusiastic about Meals on Wheels noting that, “It’s a great service for seniors who aren’t able to prepare meals anymore. And, someday I might need the same service!” The meals are heated at KDHSI and Dianna, smiling, stated that, “The meals smell delicious! Anyone walking by the kitchen says, “Boy that smells good!”

Volunteers are needed to help with the Meals on Wheels prep for delivery and also to deliver the meals out into the community. Drivers for Thursdays are particularly needed. It would be great to have others join the Team at KDHSI who agree with Dianna in that, “It gives me a worthwhile cause to volunteer in!”

We encourage anyone interested in volunteering, or to find out about the services available, to give us a call at 613-258-3203 or to stop by the Centre at 215 Sanders Street, Suite 101, in Kemptville.

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We Thank Our Sponsors for Helping Us Help Our Community Platinum Sponsors Gold Sponsors Connie Lamble Law Office Rekmans Automotive Kemptville Smiles Dentistry Baird’s Water Conditioning Dr. Leonard & Dr. Evans Canadian Tire Evonik Silver Sponsors

Action Coach B & B Small Engines B & H Independent Grocery Back in Motion Back on Track Body & Sole Byers Funeral Home Inc. CAA Central Paving Classic Graphics Cruickshank Construction Dan R Equipment Dr. Eamon, Optometrist

Elmer & Kim Whetung Kemptville Building Centre (RONA) Kemptville Windows & Kitchens Falsetto Landscaping Kemptville Suites First Stop Rentals Kemptville Transportation Services Gord Robins Electric Kinnear Construction Grahame's Bakery KrisAlis Inc. Harvex Laurier Optical Heat Source, The Manotick Dental Clinic Herbal One McGahey Insurance Hoffman Materials North Grenville Times Hudson Auto Body Hulse Playfair, McGarry O'Farrell Financial Patterson Hadden & Brown Jansen Law Jonsson's Independent Randy’s Performance Automotive

RB Heating Climate Care Rideau Auctions Rose Automotive Sheila Pratt & Ron Littau Solution One Financial Surgenor Barrhaven Tackaberry Construction Thomas M. Byrne - Solicitor Tibbs Transport Timely Touchups - Sheds TLC Medical Valley Sanitation Services Ltd Wilson Motors Ltd.

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Jim Perry Motors John's Barber Shop JT Auto Parts Kemptville Animal Hospital Kemptville Bowling Alley Kemptville Florist Kemptville Home Hardware Kemptville Restaurant

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Every Second Counts Fire Prevention Week!

Honorary membership presented 25 years of quality service

On Sunday, September 24, 2017 St. John's United Church, Kemptville was pleased and privileged to present Mr. Bobby Merkley with an honorary membership into the church. We are blessed to have Bobby as a part of our church family. He brings a Back row: Albert Billings, Bryan Buffham, Ken Preston, Dave Reaney, Dave Knox, Rick smile to the faces and hearts of all he meets.

In addition to a certificate, Bobby was presented with flowers and a conductor's Buffham, Chris Adams,Rebecca Lockwood. Front row: Kelly Grundy, Shawn McDonald, baton which he will use as he continues to co-direct our choir. A warm official Penny Wagorn, Vicki Dillabough, Donna Buffham, welcome to Bobby.

Back in 1992, there was just Rick Buffham and a truck. A firm believer in quality service, respect for customers, and a willingness to learn the trade every day, Rick has built his business, RB Heating Climate Care into one of the most respected enterprises in the area. Now, with a solid team of around 16 people, RB Heating has proven itself to be a reliable and professional operation, with a reputation for integrity and high standards.

And that reputation is what has grown the business: built on Rick’s belief that, if you surround yourself with the right people, a team that shares your commitment to quality and treating Located in your customers properly, then you can’t go wrong. As Rick says: “My goal is to provide you Brockville is Canada's and your family with the best service possible at a reasonable price, from routine maintenance first railway tunnel. As to complete installations”. part of a restoration One of the great assets that Rick and his team have cultivated over the years is a willingproject, the tunnel is ness to keep learning, sometimes the hard way, but always with a desire to keep to the highest now lit to highlight standards. Maintaining up-to-date expertise in the technology and the equipment, RB Heating it's architecture and balances the technical with the personal, staff who are friendly, helpful, able and willing to geology. explain what a customer’s needs may be, and how they can meet those needs.

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