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By Dave Scott A few weeks back, Ron Weiler of Rick McCall Volkswagen, took me on a little walk-about of the new VW location at 370 Queensway West… Ron described a lot of the work that still needed to be completed before the doors at the new location could be opened. At the time, I remember thinking, ‘How are they going to get all this done before mid February?’ Last Friday we took another tour… hard hat and work boots on… and I’ve got to tell you that I am happy to report that Rick, Ron and the McCall staff are telling me, that they will be opened at the new location (370 Queensway) Monday, February 12th. There is still some flooring to be finished… and some cosmetic decorating to be done… but it will be ready in time and the doors will be
open. The contractors continue to work away putting the new offices in place, the shop has been upgraded with a couple of new lifts, painted and cleaned up… there are even a couple of new cars sitting out front… so don’t be surprised when the sign goes up next week. Ron told me that, he and Rick were pleased with the progress over the last couple weeks… materials had been arriving daily… from flooring, to the VW design concept offices… no stone has been left unturned! The format for the front of the building will be based on the Volkswagen AG's new worldwide standard white frame concept, which is very cool looking! Well Norfolk, get ready for the allnew Rick McCall Volkswagen at 370 Queensway West… OPEN FEBRUARY 12TH! Stop in and check it out!
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By Dave Scott Everyone in Port Dover pretty much knows who John Axford is now-a-days… and for the few that don’t… well, he is the Major League Baseball Closer for the Milwaukee Brewers. John grew up in Port Dover, playing his first ball right here at the park at the head of Main Street. Who knew that one day he would be in the Major Leagues? Actually at points in his career I bet he wondered. You know, I didn’t see John pitch in Dover… oh, I heard about it… in the papers and on the radio but I never got to watch him play. The first time I saw John pitch was in Brantford… he was just throwing on the side, in the bullpen… just getting his work in… I remember a buddy saying to me that he was throwing, so we decided to watch. The pop of the catcher’s glove was the thing I remember the most when
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By Dave Scott Understanding your roots is always important… and coming home to help out is always the right thing to do. John Axford (Major League Baseball pitcher of the Milwaukee Brewers) remembers his Dover roots… on Sunday, at the Port Dover Composite School, John and the Norfolk Pros proudly presented Delhi, Port Dover, and Simcoe Minor Baseball Organizations each with a cheque for $500. You may remember last September, when the Milwaukee Brewers (John’s team) were heading into the playoffs… with the
excitement building, the Norfolk Pros stepped up to help our local Minor Baseball Association by distributing the popular “The Ax Man Cometh” (poster of John) and collecting donations for the local baseball organizations. With the cheque presentation on Sunday the Pros once again proved how important it is to support local sports in our community. On Sunday, John signed autographs for the kids and took questions from the local media and me… ha
debut as the Brewers closer… and has not looked back since. The road was not an easy one for John… but for all those would be ballplayers, the lesson is to stick with it and believe… who says you can’t go from the ballpark on Main Street… to Miller Park in Milwaukee. John has also been able to take his positive, fun, John Axford, Major League Baseball intelligent demeanour pitcher of the Milwaukee Brewers. and parlay that into being interviewed by days end there will definitely be some of the largest media hosts suitors for his broadcast talents… in the USA. Folks like Jim Rome… but for now, let’s keep him on the and Colin Cowherd… both who tote mound closing out the game for the listeners in the million range for Brewers. their syndicated shows. I have heard Oh, and one more honour came a couple of the interviews and John John’s way at the end of last season, does an outstanding job… having he and Joe Votto shared the O’Neill fun discussing his latest facial Award as Canada’s top baseball hair endeavour… to the down right player. serious questions about his team… Congrats John on your continued such as Prince Fielder signing success! in Detroit. When John’s playing
ha ha. One question I wanted to ask John about, was how and when his pitching control issue got resolved… He told me that in Milwaukee, coaches noticed that when he pitched, he tended to lean back too far, which left the control uncertain… they suggested that he watch Roy Halladay (former Blue Jay) and try and pitch like him.
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THE DANGERS OF SOCIAL MEDIA
ost of us are by now familiar with social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter or YouTube. They are a neat way of keeping in touch with friends and family all over the world, and to post information about oneself. More recently, we have seen these websites used to disseminate information that, some claim, has led to the “Arab spring” and the overthrow of powerful dictatorships around the world. So why should you still be careful about what you post on-line about yourself or somebody else? For several reasons. Firstly, as I said previously, most of us are now familiar with the social websites and the information that can be found on them. That includes employers. Therefore, what you post on Facebook, could affect your chances of getting hired. Consistently raving about getting “hammered” every week-end, for example, may cause a potential employer to think twice before hiring you. It goes without saying that complaining about your boss or co-workers online is not going to lead to the promotion you so badly want – and in fact, could lead to your dismissal. Secondly, what our moms used to tell us - if you have nothing good to say, don’t say anything – does apply to social media. In a recent decision (Nesbitt v. Neufeld), the British Columbia Court of Appeal awarded the plaintiff $40,000 in damages as a result of mean-spirited comments made about her by her ex-husband, the defendant. The court found that the comments posted by the defendant were disparaging and intended to denigrate the plaintiff; and amounted to both defamation and an invasion of privacy. While the posts in this case may have been extreme, it bears repeating that comments on social networking sites are not private and can come back to haunt their authors. Thirdly, comments and pictures posted on social networking sites are more and more often used to deny benefits and compensation to people who have been injured in car accidents (or otherwise). Insurance adjusters and defence lawyers now routinely ask for disclosure of social networking site pages. In Morabito v. DiLorenzo, a recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Court held that “photographs of the plaintiff, taken before and after the accident, are relevant. Photographs after the accident show the effect of the injuries and whether and to what extent they affect his enjoyment of life. Photographs taken before the accident are relevant for comparison.” In conclusion, social networking media sites can come in handy for people who want to keep in touch with family and friends. They can even help otherwise helpless people topple powerful regimes. But if used improperly, they can become a weapon in someone else’s arsenal against you – so tread with caution!
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itamin C has several actions that may offer protection against cancer and or other serious illness. It protects cells and their contents, including DNA, from damage. Vitamin C also helps the body neutralize environmental pollution and toxic chemicals, it enhances immune function, and it inhibits the formation of cancer-causing compounds such as nitrosamines, found in processed meats. Vitamin C preferentially kills cancer cells. It is not toxic to normal healthy cells and can be given at very high doses without harm to the patient. The use of vitamin C as a cytotoxic (cancer cell-killing) agent has been used for over 40 years. Intravenous therapy means to administer a substance or drug directly into a vein. Vitamin C taken in capsule form by mouth cannot achieve high enough blood levels to kill cancer cells, thus the use of intravenous therapy is necessary. Therapeutic dosages of 25 to 100 grams have been used regularly to eliminate cancer. It is impossible to consume that dose by mouth. Optimal absorption of capsule doses by mouth is 1000-2000mg per hour. Generally people will experience diarrhea at higher oral doses anywhere from 2000mg to 10,000 mg (2-10 grams), depending on their individual bowel tolerance and tissue saturation. When vitamin C is given through IV no diarrhea occurs. Blood levels of 350mg/dl must be maintained for therapeutic results to be achieved, and this effect lasts between 30 minutes to 6 hours, depending on the person. Oral routes cannot guarantee a constant serum level. Vitamin C given through IV lends itself to controlling this vital variable in order to ensure cytotoxic levels within the blood. None the less, intravenous vitamin C is a safe therapy. It does not have side effects such as hair loss, nausea, diarrhea, or fatigue. IV Vitamin C can be used safely along with chemotherapy and radiation therapy to treat cancer directly, decrease side effects from conventional treatments and increase treatment outcomes. Recent trials have demonstrated combined effectiveness of IV Vitamin C when used with Gemcitibine chemotherapy. Your Naturopathic Doctor at the Armstrong Clinic can answer more questions, and determine whether IV Vitamin C is the right therapy for you. *R eferences available upon request.
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Radial Shockwave Therapy is a new treatment option for those option for those that are affected by conditions such as: • plantar fasciitis • bursitis • Achilles tendinopathy (commonly known as Achilles tendonitis) • tennis elbow • calcific tendonitis
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it is transformed to sound energy and delivered to the targeted area. The use of shock waves makes the treatment completely non-invasive and is well tolerated by patients. The effects of shock waves were discovered several decades ago after it was noticed swimmers in the Pacific Ocean were affected by the detonation of mines although they were well out of the blast radius. As the scientific community grew more understanding of the effects caused by shock waves, and medical technology advanced to a sufficient level, the medical profession was able to harness the power of shock waves for therapeutic uses. Radial Shockwave Therapy works by effectively breaking down tissue in a controlled manner to allow the targeted area to heal properly through the regeneration of blood vessels. It has shown to be successful in the treatment of chronic pain. Results can be felt after only one treatment with a large improvement becoming evident after a month’s worth of treatment, on average tissue regeneration takes place after three months. With Radial Shockwave Therapy, patients are in and out the door with treatments typically only taking between five to ten minutes.
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The Snapping Turtle has survived for millions of years but humans are pushing it toward extinction.
By MARG WERDEN Will we never learn? Back in the mid-1800s, the Passenger Pigeon was believed to be the most numerous bird species on the planet with a population estimated to be around four or five billion. With that many of them flying around and darkening the skies, shooting a few for a pigeon pie or just for the heck of it, shouldn’t make much of a difference, right? Unfortunately, less than a century later, the last Passenger Pigeon died and the species was extinct! Similar stories can be found for other species including the Great Auk, the Thylacine or Tasmanian Tiger, the Quagga (a type of zebra), the Caribbean Monk Seal, the Baiji River Dolphin, and, and, and. The list goes on and on. And lest you believe that this is “old news” and people “back then” didn’t know any better, think again. Some of these species have been driven to extinction within the last 20 to 30 years. And we’re still at it, even here in Norfolk County, home to several endangered or at-risk species, including the Snapping Turtle. Despite the fact that the “Snapper” is listed both provincially and nationally as a species at risk, surprisingly it is still legal to hunt this turtle. As Canada’s largest freshwater turtle, the Snapping Turtle plays an important role in the food chain as a scavenger because they eat both dead plants and animals, helping clean up the water. They also hunt fish, frogs, birds, snakes and other turtles. Although they can go for weeks without food, they will eat all they can when food is available. The Snapping Turtle swallows small prey whole, but uses its strong jaw and claws to tear larger prey to pieces. Adult Snapping Turtles are relatively safe from most predators even though, unlike other turtles, the Snapping Turtle cannot “hide in its shell” when disturbed because its shell is too small. If attacked on land, it uses its long,
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Since the official launch of Ride Norfolk in early October, Norfolk County’s new public transportation has provided affordable, reliable bus service within and between Simcoe, Port Dover, Port Rowan, Delhi, and Waterford. Now, in response to public feedback, Ride Norfolk announcing changes aimed at providing better service and increasing its rapidly growing client base. Ride Norfolk has added new stops at shopping centres across the county, and town loops have been closed. Beginning February 13, the bus will stop at Walmart, Zellers, and the Whitehorse Plaza in Simcoe; No Frills in Port Dover; and the
If you would like, sign and submit the petition found at http://www.ontarionature.org/protect/campaigns/PDFs/frostpetition.pdf to bring an end to the legal hunting of Snapping Turtles in Ontario. agile neck and powerful jaw to defend itself. However, although the Snapping Turtle can be quite aggressive on land, they are shy in the water and prefer to swim away when approached. Eggs and hatchlings, however, are more prone to predation by racoons, foxes, skunks, large birds and big fish. The main threat to adult Snappers is humans. They are hunted for their meat and their eggs. Snapping Turtles can be legally hunted in Ontario with an allowable take of up to two snapping turtles per person, per day. The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) does not monitor this hunt, so there is no clear idea of how many are killed each year. Although the Ministry of Natural Resources was asked to remove the Snapping Turtle from the game list in 2009, the government did not take action, stating that the hunt was sustainable. Considering that Snapping Turtles do not reach sexual maturity for 20 years and that only about seven of every 10,000 eggs laid make it to maturity, hunting these turtles, especially mature females, can only have a
detrimental effect on their longterm survival. The Snapping Turtle evolved about 40 million years ago and walked the earth with the dinosaurs and then outlived them. Now, after a relatively short contact with humans, this species’ survival is being threatened. Once very common in this area, it has recently been declared a species at risk both federally and provincially. Threatened by hunting, habitat loss, and road mortality, the population of this species is in decline in Ontario. Ontario Nature – Federation of Ontario Naturalists is working hard to try to protect the Snapping Turtle and the public can lend a hand. If you are a Facebook fan, search for the “Ontario Nature – Federation of Ontario Naturalists” page and “like” it. A generous donor will give Ontario Nature $1.00 for every new like, up to $1,000 to help the organization fund their campaigns. There is also a petition that the public can print, sign and send to the Friends of Ontario Snapping Turtles to support the call to end
Waterford Plaza. A new stop in Langton on the Port Rowan route has also been added on Tuesdays and Thursdays. New schedules are available online at ridenorfolk. ca, or picked up in person at Norfolk County buildings and local libraries. “Our community has been very vocal about what it wants, and we’re definitely listening,” said Public Transportation Coordinator Brad Smith. “As our ridership continues to grow and develop, we will adapt to its needs and offer improved and enhanced services.” Ticket prices will remain steady at $2 for an in-town trip and $6 for a trip between communities, payable by cash only. Children under five years old will continue to ride
free. Tickets are available at any Norfolk County Public Library, and bulk ticket packages are also available. The Ride Norfolk bus includes 12 seats, plus four additional standing spaces for a maximum capacity of 16 passengers at a time. The bus includes a wheelchair lift and can accommodate two wheelchairbound passengers. Seat belts are also available as an added safety feature. Ride Norfolk is funded
the hunting of this species. It can be found at http://www.ontarionature. org/protect/campaigns/PDFs/ frostpetition.pdf. The deadline for submitting signed petitions is February 15th, so act NOW to make your vote count! It’s very sad to know that mankind is possibly the most destructive force on earth and has led to the extinction of so many species. Driving a species to extinction is nothing to be proud of and, unfortunately, it’s not slowing down yet. Will we wait until there are only a few Snapping Turtles left before we wake up and make a lastditch attempt to bring them back from extinction? Let’s hope not.
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by the Ontario Trillium Foundation, the Sand Plains Community Development Fund, and Norfolk County. The transit system is currently in a trial run, and will be become permanent if demand dictates. For more information on Ride Norfolk, visit ridenorfolk.ca or contact Public Transportation Coordinator Brad Smith at bsmith@ ridenorfolk.ca or 519-428-3178.
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Super bowl Solution: 34 letters American Champions Chili Coaches Commercials Conference Drinks Entertainment Excitement Family Food Football Friends Game Gathering
Guests Half-time Hosts League Party Players Snack Sports Sunday Teams Television Touchdown Victory Wings
Solution: Individual commitment to a group effort, (that is what makes a team, a company, a society, a civilization work.)
“Looking Back” at Port Ryerse “Port Ryerse 1794-1994” was originally printed and sold-out in 1994 to mark the bicentennial of Port Ryerse. The Bell Tower Fundraising Committee is reprinting the book, with up-todate additions. Profits will be used to help restore the Memorial Church bell tower.
To Pre-order at a special advanced printing price of $30 Email Tom Ryerson at tomryerson@hotmail.com or call Jack Addison at 519-428-1611.
Did You Know?
Apart from having a giant nose and a stomach with 4 chambers, the proboscis monkey is the only monkey with partially webbed feet.
This picture of “The Major” was painted by Edgar Cantelon circa 1930. Major Edward Powers Ryerse Edward was the youngest son of Colonel Samuel Ryerse, born in Port Ryerse in 1800. Edward was very active in the militia and became Lt. Colonel of the Regimental Division of South Norfolk. About 1835 he built a brickyard to construct a two-story Georgian house nicknamed “The Old
Fort,” which still stands. Edward improved the harbour, built the first pier and the first four warehouses. Edward was a true Conservative and opposed liberalism in any form. A great patriot, he is said to have fired off a small cannon over Lake Erie every July 1 at “Those Yanks.”
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