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Around 9:20 a.m. emergency crews were called to the scene after the eastbound truck, carrying a load of cattle, struck the driver’s side of the northbound Chevrolet Malibu attempting to cross the intersection. The driver of the car,
he unannounced movement of an 80 km speed limit sign near their home has at least one Bloomingdale family looking to the region for answers. The issue arose Aug. 12 when Region of Waterloo workers installed a new 80 km speed limit sign about 100 metres closer to the settlement area of Bloomingdale along St. Charles Street West, drawing the attention of resident Audrey O’Hearn. She said she’s concerned that it will only encourage already speeding motorists to drive that much faster near her home, mere metres from the road’s edge. “I have children and it’s just not safe,” she said in an interview Tuesday afternoon. “People treat it like it’s a highway as opposed to a residential area.” The problem stems back to several years ago, when O’Hearn says a motorist successfully fought a speeding ticket in the area by arguing that the ‘80 km begins’ sign was more than 500 metres from the intersection of Sawmill Road
DEVASTATING Emergency crews had to pry the wreckage away from a 73-year-old Kitchener woman following a horrific collision with a transport truck at the intersection of Floradale Road and Line 86 Wednesday morning. The other two occupants of the car died of their injuries.
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Speeding: Residents want traffic to slow down > CONTINUED FROM COVER and St. Charles, the legal limit under the regional bylaw at the time. As a result the signs were moved closer to town to comply with the bylaw, but after more than three years of residents complaining about excessive speeding on the road, regional council decided to change that bylaw last January to extend the 50-km/h zone that incorporates the main settlement area of Bloomingdale by an extra 100 metres on St. Charles Street. The region distributed 35 surveys to residents in the area and
A MATTER OF SAFETY Last week the
region moved this 80 km/h sign closer to the settlement area without notifying residents. Bloomingdale’s Audrey O’Hearn, along with her daughter Asya O’HearnKoppeser, is concerned about speeding motorists and the safety of residents.
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received 19 responses, 14 of which were in favour of expanding the 50-km/h zone, an area of road which sees some 4,100 vehicles every day according to a regional study. However, last Friday O’Hearn’s husband Mark Koppeser returned home from work to find that the 80 km signs had been moved about 100 metres closer to town than they had been the previous day. O’Hearn said that she and other residents received no information from the region on the movement of the sign, and that she has talked with police officers conducting speed traps in the area who also had no idea of why the signs were moved, she said. “It’s extremely frustrating, after we’ve gone through all this effort with the complaints and we’ve followed the process and it was just changed on a whim it seems.” According to the
region, however, the signs were moved too far from the settlement area back in January; instead of being 600 metres from the intersection of Sawmill and St. Charles in accordance with the new bylaw, the signs had been placed 750 metres from the intersection. “We identified that, and we have changed it back to the original 600,” said Mike Jones, the region’s supervisor of traffic, in an interview Wednesday. Jones said the mistake was regrettable, adding he had informed O’Hearn via email earlier in the day of why the change was made. “That’s unfortunate that it went in the wrong location and that would give the impression that we’ve moved it back to where they were before, but that isn’t the case.” In the end, however, O’Hearn and her family are still concerned about the excess speeds in the
area which she said has caused photos and paintings to vibrate off the walls of their home. Jones said his office does receive complaints on a weekly basis from residents throughout the region with regards to speeding concerns, and that they will be following up and conducting traffic studies in the area of Bloomingdale to determine how effective the movement of the sign has been in helping to slow motorists down. He admits, though, that merely moving signs has little impact on speeders. “The only way that we can reduce speed is to build up an area more than it is today, which is through the introduction of sidewalks, bike lanes, trees, medians and that sort of thing,” he said, adding that some of those measures are scheduled to be implemented in Conestogo on Sawmill Road.
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Doing what he can for the kids
> Pendergast wins Liberal nomination Kitchener-Conestoga MPP Leeanna Pendergast will be seeking a second term when local voters go to the polls Oct. 6 in the Ontario general election. Pendergast last week won the Kitchener-Conestoga Provincial Liberal Association’s nomination. She’ll square off against Conservative Michael Harris. She has represented the riding since 2007. “I’ve spent my entire life serving the people of Kitchener-Conestoga. I know what it takes to raise a family and balance a budget, to improve access to healthcare and strengthen public education”, said Pendergast. “I will not assume our children’s future; I will continue to assure it.”
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ayne Leis has a soft spot for kids. Over the years he has not only raised his own children but has been a foster parent and soon he will be taking a three- month leave from work to head to an orphanage in the Dominican Republic to teach the children how to repair tools, machines and small engines. The Hawkesville resident, a mechanic by trade, is collecting shop, mechanic and power tools, as well as school and medical supplies and children’s personal needs like shoes, clothes and bedding in a 20-foot container to send down to the orphanage in San Pedro do Marcoris. “It affects you when you when you see children in a Third World country,” said Leis. “You just know that you have to do something to help them. I can show them how to repair broken machines and engines. It is what I know and the least I can do.” Through Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos (NPH) International, a Christian mission that provides a per-
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manent home for orphaned, abandoned and other at-risk children who live in conditions of extreme poverty, Leis will be helping to build “a future for these neglected kids.” Four years ago, Leis and his wife Sharon helped their son Jody, the Christian education director at St. James Lutheran, send a 40-foot container to the orphanage full of school playground equipment, school and medical supplies. “I always told my son, ‘you didn’t find NPH, it found you.’ It grabs you and you realize the organization is not just about improving the orphanage, it there to help the surrounding communities too,” said Leis. Through a worldwide network of support organizations, the children at NPH are provided with food, clothing, shelter, medical care and an education. Since its inception in 1954, NPH, which in English means “our little brothers and sisters,” has helped thousands of orphaned children through out the Caribbean and South America. To date almost 17,000 children have been cared for
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Hawkesville man collecting items to be used at orphanage in the D.R.
EAGER TO HELP Wayne Leis will be working at an orphanage in the Dominican Republic next year and plans to bring some school playground equipment, medical supplies and shop tools in a 20-foot container. through the organization. “The kids at the orphanage become a family,” said Leis. “The boys and girls are raised knowing they will never be forced to leave the orphanage. They are promised they will never be separated from their siblings, or given up for adoption.” At all NPH homes children have daily jobs, from dusting and mopping to cooking and farming. As they age and turn into young adults the orphans are expected to give a year
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of service as house directors, medical assistants and office staff. More than 240 children live at the orphanage in the Dominican Republic and through the program Leis hopes to give them a good understanding of a usable trade and a “vision of the future.” Using the tools he packs in the container, Leis will demonstrate and teach the children how to build and
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The Wellesley Fire Department this week got a $1,000 donation from the Nith River Wild Turkey Conservation Association. The money was raised at the group’s annual hunting heritage banquet that was held at the Wellesley Arena in May. The money, which will be used to help outfit the department’s newest ladder truck, was presented by association members Sadie, Casey and Chuck Bender and Derek Snyder who are members of the Nith River Wild Turkey Conservation Association.
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Be wary of online fraud, police warn August 10 >>11:20 PM | A Henry Street, Wellesley resident found a girl’s bike, purple in colour. Police have obtained the bike and are holding it at the North Division station to be picked up by its rightful owner.
August 12 >>8:30 AM | A break-and-
enter was reported on Sawmill Road near Katherine Street in Woolwich Township. Suspects broke into a construction site of a new home and stole copper wire and pipe as well as tools. Police are still investigating.
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woman from Elmira contacted police Monday after she purchased a vehicle over the Internet and sent $2,356 through Western Union. She has not heard back from the seller and has not received the vehicle. Police warn residents to be careful about Internet frauds.
>>11:00 AM | Police received a
call about a fraud through the online buy-and-sell site Kijiji. An Elmira man was selling a vehicle
and was approached by someone in the United Kingdom looking for $930 for travel expenses for the vehicle. The resident was directed to a false pay pal account, where he became suspicious of the deal and decided to notify the authorities.
>>10:30 PM | Police were called to a residence in Heidelberg to deal with a neighbour dispute. Upon arrival, they witnessed one man striking another. The aggressive neighbour was charged with assault. Alcohol was involved.
August 13 >>1:00 AM | A 19-year-old
woman struck a curb at the Tim Hortons restaurant in St. Jacobs. The vehicle was severely damaged and had to be towed. No charges were laid.
>>7:00 AM | Police found a
woman’s mountain bike in downtown Elmira. The bike is being held at the Elmira station pending the arrival of its rightful owner.
>>4:00 PM | An Elmira man reported his cell phone had been stolen from his vehicle on Killdeer Road. The complainant reported the theft to Rogers Communications who are trying to put a trace on the cell phone.
>>4:50 PM | Police received
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a call about a break-andenter at a sawmill on Eby Crescent near Arthur Street. Copper wires and a chainsaw were taken from the mill. The investigation continues.
August 14 >>1:40 AM | Police were notified about a group of kids
hanging out at an abandoned house on Union Street in Elmira. A witness said a group of 15 teenagers were making noise and trying to kick in the front door of the house. Police apprehended one of the youths involved, charging him with trespassing and public intoxication.
>>6:50 AM | Police were called
about a 15-year-old girl from Guelph who was intoxicated and wandering along Rivers Edge Drive in West Montrose. The young woman was picked up and charged with breaking her court order not to consume alcohol.
>>12:44 PM | Police responded
to a single-vehicle collision occurred on Beaverdale Road A 31-years-old, was charged with ‘careless driving’ and has had his license suspended after he rolled his car.
August 15 >>6:40 AM | A woman from Elora driving a green Pontiac G6 hit a deer on Katherine Street in West Montrose.
No injuries were reported. Damages to the vehicle were estimated at $2,500.
>>5:20 PM | Police received a
call about two men from Trenton wandering around Delion Place in Woolwich looking for handouts. The two men were going door to door begging for food and money. The Ontario Provincial Police were notified about the two men.
August 16 >>4:00 PM | A collision involving
three vehicles occurred on Victoria and Woolwich streets in Breslau. A 27-year-old Maryhill man driving a Toyota Corolla stopped at a green light to allow a police cruiser who had there lights on to pass through the intersection. The Toyota was then hit by a Hyundai Accent driven by a 29-year-old Waterloo man, whose vehicle was subsequently struck by a black Honda Civic driven by a 36-year-old from Guelph. No charges were laid. All three vehicles had to be towed from the scene.
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Donations: His efforts Making way for site cleanup in Elmira will help orphans learn valuable real-life skills
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repair small engines and broken machines around the orphanage. He also plans to turn the container into a shop class for the children. “I want them to learn respect for the tools, they need to learn how to take care of them,” he said. “Right now they have no concept about taking care of things – I want to change that.” Leis is looking for donations of shop tools from members of the community which may include safety glasses, diesel generators, electrical cables, sockets, hammers, tap and die sets, drills and ratchets as well as over
the counter medication that will be used to help with intestinal worms and rickets. The shipping container will be sent down to the Dominican Republic this fall and Leis plans to follow in the January 2012. “Our trips to the orphanage have become part of our story,” said Leis. “It has become so much a part of us it gives life value and gives me energy. It just doesn’t let go.” On Sept. 10, Leis will be holding a container party where donations can be sent from the community. For a full list of needed items or to contact Leis visit his website at www.dredproject. org.
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OUT WITH THE OLD ... Demolition has begun at the Mac’s Milk convenience store on Arthur Street in downtown Elmira. Construction workers have removed the gas bar and plan to tear down the building this weekend. A temporary convenience store has been set up at the back of the parking lot.
Collision: Car failed to yield to transport truck
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Wellesley seeking their fair lady Three candidates will vie for title of Ambassador at Wellesley-North Easthope Fall Fair Colin Dewar
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t’s that time of year again: a new Wellesley North Easthope Fall Fair Ambassador is to be crowned. This year three young hopefuls from across the townships are vying for the title. Ashley Guild, 17,
from New Hamburg; Kelsey Gardner, 19, from Baden; and Tori Lynn Brick, 18, from Wellesley are looking to replace outgoing ambassador Justine Walker. To win the crown the three young women will be interviewed by a board of judges
and on the night of the competition Sept. 14 will have to give a speech outlining why they are the best candidate for the position as well as answer one impromptu question. As the newly crowned ambassador, they will have sev-
eral responsibilities over the course of the year. Their duties will include attending some of the fair board meetings in Wellesley and representing the Wellesley Fall Fair as well as the Wellesley Agricultural Society. The new ambassa-
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Why have you decided to run for Wellesley fair ambassador? I thought it would be a great experience and I heard that there would be a public speaking workshop and that would be a great opportunity to work on some of those skills. I am actually friends with Justine Walker the current ambassador and she has told me all about the position and it seems like a fantastic way to give back to a community and a great learning experience for me.
Why have you decided to run for Wellesley fair ambassador? I think being an ambassador is a really great way to support your community and you get the chance to educate people, especially kids about farm life. If I become the ambassador I hope to participate in some field trips with students and hold demonstrations at schools to teach them more about farm life and how important farmers are to our community.
What is it that you enjoy about living in a small town? I like how everybody is friendly; I like that you can walk down the street and not be afraid. Everyone is very welcoming. Everyone’s mom knows everyone in the community because they all grew up together. It is like a family and everyone is so supportive.
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ardner is preparing to attend Conestoga College in the fall studying Early Childhood Education. She currently works at Tim Hortons and volunteers at both the House of Friendship and at Second Chance farm horse rescue.
What do you enjoy about being from a small community? Being from a small town everybody is very supportive and if you need something you know everybody and they will stand behind you. When I went to Scotland with my school’s rugby team we held fundraisers and the community really stepped up and helped us by donating to our team. People from a small town can be really encouraging and are willing to help you even if you are not related. Everyone works together.
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rick will be attending the University of Guelph in the fall studying animal biology, and hopes to attend the Ontario Veterinarian College after receiving her bachelor of science. She currently works at Find Away Equestrian services in Baden. Why have you decided to run for Wellesley fair ambassador? My family has always been a part of the fair, my grandmother and mom are heavily involved in the fair so I have always had a taste of the fair and I thought it would be cool to get involved this year and participate in it as well. I think running for ambassador would be a great learning experience and I love to be involved in the community. I am kind of the cliché, classic country kid, I love spending time with my horses and animals outdoors. Are you excited about moving to the city to attend school? To be honest I am a little nervous going to the bigger city like Guelph as I am such a country kid, but I feel it is the best place for me because a lot of people around there do come from the country and share a lot of the same experiences I have.
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Made for TV Large group turns out to help with project filmed for upcoming TV series James Jackson
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hree days, six local kids, 635 tons of sand and countless volunteer hours have combined to transform the dangerous and decrepit playground at the Hawkesville Community Centre into an area that should put the vil-
lage of 250 people on the map for years to come. The playground is one of 13 in the province to undergo a thematic renovation for Sinking Ship’s Giver program, which will air on TV Ontario later this year. Other builds have occurred in Ham-
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ing pyramid, a fort in the shape of a castle, a volleyball court, new swings and a mural painted on the side of the community centre – all under the theme of building Canada’s largest sandbox. “The thing that we
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t was a ceremony three years in the making as the Wellesley Watering Hole splash park was officially unveiled to the public in a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Saturday morning. Dozens of residents gathered just outside of the black fence surrounding the stateof-the-art facility as project
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in the park, and every time we walk by the water is running.” Kays Sommer and a committee of parents and volunteers approached Wellesley council about three years ago with the help of the local Lions Club to pitch the idea of the splash pad to them. Although they were met with some tough questions, she said they were optimistic by the response of Kelterborn and the other councillors that evening. The mayor took some time to congratulate the committee for their hard work, and to emphasize the team approach used to get the project done. “You, the volunteers, are building a strong family unit within this community and to us at Wellesley Township that is very important,” he said. Two large donor boards, one for corporate sponsorship and one for community sponsorship, were also unveiled. The $260,000, 5,400-squarefoot project is the first of its kind in Wellesley. The park uses a recirculation system to recycle much of the water used by those enjoying the pad, and it includes an advanced UV filtration system that ensures the water is safe for use. Under that current configuration, the 1,000 gallon
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THIS IS FUN Carson Neuvert, 2, was all smiles while playing in the water at the splash pad on Saturday morning after it was officially unveiled. tank will only lose about 10 to 15 per cent of its water capacity daily, depending on evaporation and wind conditions, and a portion is replenishable through rainwater, thus reducing the burden on township water supplies and the sewage system. Water consumption for a basic in/out water system in which no water is recycled is between 50 and 60 gallons per minute, or nearly
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two million gallons over the course of the summer. The Lions Club received an Ontario Trillium grant worth $75,000, a grant from the KW Community Foundation for $15,000, and another $6,000 from Farm Credit Canada. An additional $80,000 was collected within the community from business owners, individuals, and through various fundraising initiatives. “Promoting active and healthy lifestyles is fundamental to the work the Ontario Trillium Foundation has been doing since 1982,” said Peter Hinchcliffe who sits on the foundation’s board. “One of the ways we do this is through capital grants that allow groups to purchase equipment to help encourage physical activity and the grant that was awarded for this splash park is an example of the impact we’re making in communities across the province.” The remainder of the money, approximately $80,000, was realized through inkind donations of labour, materials and supplies by local businesses. “The smiles and the laughter whenever we walk by is what make this worthwhile,” added Kays Sommer. “Keep enjoying it, keep smiling and bring your friends. This is just an incredible town.”
A LONGTIME IN THE MAKING The
splash park was three years in the planning. Those on hand for the official opening include project leader Jennifer Kays Sommer, KitchenerConestoga MP Harold Albrecht, Wellesley Mayor Ross Kelterborn, former Lions Club president Dale Roe, and Peter Hinchcliffe from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, which donated $75,000 to the project.
leader Jennifer Kays Sommer, Mayor Ross Kelterborn and Kitchener-Conestoga MP Harold Albrecht took the stage to reflect on the journey to make the park a reality. “We’ve been using the park for the past month, and it’s just been amazing,” said Kays Sommer. “On hot nights before bed there are 40-plus kids running around
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BIGTIME SAND As part of the show’s theme, the six Giver kids were given expert tips by Sandi Castle, a professional sand castle builder, on Monday. More photos available at www.ObserverXtra.com. young co-hosts. > CONTINUED FROM PG. 07 “It’s been very fun and love about working I really liked being on with kids is that their TV,” laughed Kraemer. ideas are always so unFor those working predictable,” said show on the set as part of director and creator the show, the children J.J. Johnson, an Elmira turned out to be a critinative. cal element to designing “It’s neat that they and building such an wanted to build Canaelaborate and creative da’s largest sandbox, play area that will be and that was motiused by them and their vated by wanting to A DONE DEAL More than 300 people crowded into the park peers for years to come. get Hawkesville on the “The young kids are Wednesday to watch as Cole Martin used a giant pair of scissors to map.” great because they cut the ceremonial ribbon to officially open the playground. With an initial investbring the creativment of only $10,000, workers to the cause. Not only was it a ity that all the adults Johnson said that the “This is our ninth fun activity for the six sometimes forget is success of the program build now, and truthful- kids involved, but they necessary for these really relies on the ly we’ve had some great had the opportunity to kinds of things,” said volunteer and in-kind inter-city builds but work with their hands Michael Lagimodiere, donations of materi- we’ve never had this and learn some new a contractor from Toals from the local com- much support,” the di- skills along the way as ronto who is also the munity – something rector said of the small well. show’s host and main Hawkesville provided town effort he has wit“It’s been really fun. I site designer. in spades. Local com- nessed in Hawkesville. “We started them met a lot of new people panies including Frey “It’s neat to see what and I learned a lot about with the ‘what would Building Contractors you can accomplish painting and building,” you like’ questions and Way-Mar Inc. read- when you have a vol- said Borutskie of her and then we went from ily donated more than unteer force of 60 or 70 time on the show, a feel- there. It’s been a wonenough supplies and people.” ing echoed by her other derful experience”
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It will make our town stink and there will be many more trucks on our streets. Liezebet van der Meijden letter on page 12
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or the sake of the Syrian people, the time has come for President Assad to step aside
> U.S. President Barack Obama joins international calls for the resignation of Syrian dictator Bashar Assad
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he number of new vehicles sold rose 10.8% in June to 141,882 units, more than offsetting losses reported in the previous two months. Sales of passenger cars and trucks contributed equally to the increase. Preliminary data indicate that the number of new motor vehicles sold in July decreased 6%.
> Statistics Canada
EDITORIAL
Region’s growth needs careful scrutiny
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farms are still the norm. The population forecasts raise the specter of longstanding talks about a pipeline from the Great Lakes in order to provide the area with water, already something of a scarce commodity, as recent hot, dry summers have shown. On the growth and expansion front, the region has its growth management strategy in place, calling for fewer greenfield developments and more intensification in the downtown cores of the three cities, Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo. Attached to that goal is the light rail transit scheme designed to encourage public transit over private automobiles. While the rail line may eventually extend to St. Jacobs and Elmira, the intensification plan doesn’t particularly apply to the townships, where much of the residential growth is typical single-family suburban homes. In Elmira, the trend is par-
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Was George W. Bush really a sleeper?
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n spy talk, a “sleeper” is somebody who lives his life in the target country, keeping his nose clean and climbing up the ranks of the local hierarchy, until he reaches a position in which he can be of great service to his true employers abroad. It’s time to inquire if that description fits former U.S. president George W. Bush. The question arises because Bush’s actions as president did much more for Iran’s interests in the Middle East than for those of the United States. Consider, for example, a little-noticed recent development in the five-monthold confrontation between pro-democracy protesters and the Baathist regime that rules Syria with an iron hand. The Baath Party seized power in Syria in 1963. Since 1970 it has been led by members of the Assad clan – the current president is Bashar al-Assad – and the Alawite (Shia Muslim) sect they belong to dominates the government and the intelligence services. Alawites are only 10 per cent of Syria’s population, and are seen as heretics by many in the Sunni Muslim majority. The Baathist Party is as corrupt and incompetent as it is oppressive, and Syria under its rule has fallen into poverty and decay. It was bound to be challenged by the “Arab spring,” and non-violent mass protests against the Baathist monopoly of power began all across the country in mid-March. The regime’s response has been brutal. Justifying its actions with the brazen lie that the protesters are “armed terrorist gangs,” Assad’s government has sent the Syrian army into one city after another to crush the demonstrations. At least 1,700 Syrian civilians have been killed, and an estimated
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International Affairs GWYNNE DYER 30,000 have been arrested. The violence has been so horrifying that even the Baathist regime’s former friends have denounced it. Last weekend, for example, Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu bluntly ordered the Syrian authorities to stop the crackdown, warning that if the military attacks on Syrian cities do not end, “there will be nothing more to discuss about the steps that will be taken.” In diplomaticspeak, that is a very serious threat, and Turkey is Syria’s most powerful neighbour. Most of the Arab world has also denounced President Assad’s regime, including the Arab League, the Saudi Arabian, Jordanian and Egyptian governments, and Yasser Abed Rabbo, the secretary general of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), who said recently that the Baathist regime’s actions are “a crime against humanity.” Even Russia and China voted for the United Nations resolution two weeks ago that condemned the Syrian government for “widespread violations of human rights and the use of force against civilians.” However, the regime’s only real ally, Iran, remains loyal. You can’t assume that George Bush was in Iran’s pay just because his invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq destroyed that country’s two most serious enemies in the region, the
Taliban regime in Kabul and Saddam Hussein in Baghdad. It could just have been deep ignorance and ideologically driven blindness. But how else can you explain this? Iraq, almost uniquely among Arab states, supports and defends the Baathist regime’s actions in Syria. Last week, Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki warned the protesters not to “sabotage” the Syrian state. And this Iraqi government was created and nurtured by the Bush administration. Before the U.S. invasion in 2003, Iraq was ruled by a rival branch of the Baath Party, led by Saddam Hussein. He was a cruel and murderous dictator, though not significantly more so than the Assad regime in Syria. And Saddam Hussein was Iran’s worst enemy. The Iraqi dictator was not working on nuclear weapons, as the Bush administration asserted, nor did he have any links to al-Qaeda, as it also claimed. George Bush had access to the output of the best (or at least the most numerous) intelligence agencies in the world, and they all privately knew that the claims were false. Iraq had a nuclear weapons program before the first Gulf war in 1990-91, but it was comprehensively dismantled by United Nations teams in the mid-90s, and Iraq was subsequently under a strict arms embargo right down to 2003. Moreover, far from being an ally of al-Qaeda, Saddam Hussein, the leader of a strictly secular regime, was a target for its assassins. Yet the invasion went ahead anyway, Saddam Hussein was killed, and the United States devoted immense efforts
11 OPINION
THE VOICE
Do you agree with putting the “Royal” back into the Canadian Forces?
“I don’t see a problem with it.” > Jamie Campbell
“I’m OK with it.”
> Paul Quenneville
> SEE DYER ON PG. 12 BY SCOTT ARNOLD
“As Canada is a part of the British Commonwealth I don’t see why it should not be a part of the name. Personally I am indifferent to it.” > Daniel Dobrowney
Woolwich’s mayor comes to regret telling so many people that he would be jumping from a plane as part of a demonstration at this weekend’s air show in Breslau.
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» Saturday, August 20, 2011
First they came for your Internet connection
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ow much is your privacy worth to you? Your liberty? Your fundamental rights? The answers may vary, but it’s a safe bet that you value these things more highly than does the government. Along with a plethora of unnecessary and expensive law-and-order measures – including billions of dollars for American-style prisons – the federal government is quietly preparing to erode your civil liberties in its new omnibus bill. As with the G8/G20 fiasco, Stephen Harper has shown he cares not for your rights, nor for your money – he’s prepared to trample the former, and squander the latter in the name of his priorities. Oh, this is all couched in the language of increased safety, drawing heavily on terrorism rhetoric. This government is not the first to take authoritarian steps – that’s been going on for decades – but it certainly has been eager to take advantage of the post-9/11 frenzy, joining the U.S., UK and other nominal democracies in clawing back hard-won rights. Many governments in the West have been quick to foster a culture of fear, allowing them to impose laws that would have been unthinkable before 9/11 and to spend vast sums of money on military, police and security programs that have enriched the coffers of a few at everyone else’s expense. With each new measure that increases video, phone and Internet surveillance, overrides the judicial process and creates new enemies through wars, we edge a little closer to the kind of dystopian state Orwell, Huxley and countless others have warned us about. These are steps that support Benjamin Franklin’s oft-quoted warning that “Those who would give up essential liberty, to purchase a little tempo-
From the Editor Steve Kannon rary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.” While there is much to be worried and skeptical about in the Conservative’s omnibus bill, perhaps most troubling are the so-called lawful access rules. These would bring into being sweeping Internet surveillance requirements, forcing Internet service providers to track your online activities, disclose personal information to the government and put in place even more sophisticated monitoring equipment. The information would be turned over without any judicial oversight. That prospect has Canada’s provincial and national privacy commissioners worried. Earlier this year, they signed a collective statement opposing the proposed legislation, in particular Bill C-52, the Investigating and Preventing Criminal Electronic Communications Act. “We believe that there is insufficient justification for the new powers, that other, less intrusive alternatives can be explored and that a focused, tailored approach is vital. In our view, this balance has not been achieved,” they wrote in a submission to the federal government While acknowledging that law enforcement agencies may need access to some information in some cases, they argued against sweeping powers that put personal privacy and freedoms at risk. To date, there seems to be no real justification for the proposals, beyond simply erod-
Dyer: Playing into foreign hands > CONTINUED FROM PG. 11 to creating a new government. Almost 5,000 American soldiers died in support of that enterprise (together with hundreds of thousands of Iraqis). Around half a trillion dollars were spent on it. All that to build a government, led by Nuri al-Maliki,that is a close ally of Iran, and Syria’s only supporter in
the Arab world. There is a case to answer here, and a Congressional investigation into George W. Bush’s secret links to the Iranian mullahs whose cause he has served so well is long overdue. They could start by figuring out where Bush was really born. Tehran? Tabriz? Maybe the “Birthers” could help the investigators to establish the truth.
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ing rights because they think they can get away with it. “It is also noteworthy that at no time have Canadian authorities provided the public with any evidence or reasoning to suggest that CSIS or any other Canadian law enforcement agencies have been frustrated in the performance of their duties as a result of shortcomings attributable to current law,” the privacy commissioners say. “New powers should be demonstrably necessary as well as proportionate. Ultimately, even if Canadian authorities can show investigations are being frustrated in a digital environment, all the various powers that would be granted to address these issues must be subject to rigorous, independent oversight.” Last week, a group of academics and public interest organizations joined in on the call for an end to the Harper proposals, releasing a joint letter to the Prime Minister voicing their grave concerns about legislation that would allow for warrantless online spying on Canadians. The letter calls on the government to, at minimum, give the proposed legislation an appropriate hearing instead of rushing it through Parliament. That letter is just the latest in a series of protests about the legisla-
LETTER
The town of Elmira needs your help To the Editor, Don’t let them put this Bio-en waste dump in Elmira. It will make our town stink and there will be many more trucks on our streets. Even now there are many trucks screeching their brakes at the flashing crosswalks. So, with more trucks there comes more danger for pedestrians, and your taxes will go up. I do not know much about taxes, but I know my parents will not like it.
Emanuel E.M. Martin 7223 3rd Line RR#4 Elmira
Do not let them do it. Just send in a letter and you will help the town. Contact the Ministry of the Environment. Do it for your life, do it for your town, do it for the whole world. Contact the MOE by mail: Operations Division/Environmental Assessment and Approvals Branch /K. Rudzki, 2 St. Clair Ave. W., Floor 12A, Toronto, Ont., M4V 1L5 or online at www.ebr.gov.on.ca. Call toll free: (800) 461-6290. Comments must be received by Aug. 21, 2011. A concerned 10-year-old youth who cares.
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he cycle of setting ‘em up and knocking ‘em down has been repeated countless times at Elmira Bowl. From novices to national champions, bowlers of all stripes have played at the five-pin alley since the doors first opened in 1961. This month, Elmira Bowl is celebrating 50 years of service. First owned and operated by Roland Ruppel, the First Street business exchanged a few hands before current owners Karl and Mary Jordan bought it in 1986. For the last 25 years the
Jordans have been maintaining the alleys and improving the quality of the sport for Elmira’s bowlers. An avid bowler himself, Karl decided to buy the business after spending time doing lane certification for the five-pin association in Bolton. “I don’t know what made us decide to own a bowling alley. I just got it into my head that is was something that I wanted to do; when this came up I thought we would give it a shot. It’s a decent living if a family wants to work at it, but it takes a lot of work,” he explained. The Jordans have put a considerable amount of time into the place, and like many who run their own busi-
CELEBRATORY MOOD Mary and Karl Jordan have owned and operated Elmira Bowl for the last 25 years. This month marks the 50th anniversary of the bowling alley. nesses they have seen the dans spent well over $100,000 graphics have changed. It is plus and minuses of work- on upgrades, including new the kids that are hard to get ing for themselves. décor replacing the old yel- out to bowl nowadays. There “At the end of the day the low fiberglass benches and is so much for them to do, we one in charge is you – if you wooden chairs and tables are competing with all the want to succeed you just with new carpets, seating, other sports in town,” said have to keep motivated,” tables and a synthetic floor Mary. said Mary. on all the lanes. Keeping with the times Many changes have oc“Every year we added the alley introduced glowcurred over the last five de- something new to the busi- in-the-dark bowling to keep cades. Gone are the pin boys ness like computers, pins, children entertained while who would be stationed at floors and eventually we participating in the sport the end of the alley way to redesigned the look of the but has seen a decline in rereset the old original wood- alley,” said Mary. “It was a cent years as well. en pins, replaced by way to keep the place fresh “It’s not as popular as it automated equip- and inviting.” once was. It is more popument. Even the Although the upgrades lar in college towns: we only pins are gone, have been costly, Karl said it have glow-in-the-dark for giving way to was a step in the right direc- birthday parties or by replastic ones. tion. quest now,” said Mary. New advancThrough the years the Even with a slight decline es in technology husband and wife team have in young bowlers the Jorintroduced com- seen a decline in the interest dans still have a few famiputerized scoring of the sport from the young- lies from grandparents to to the lanes in the er generation in Elmira. grandchildren that come out 1980s. Just last “Our league nights are > SEE BOWLING ON PG. 14 summer the Jor- still popular but the demo-
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mate change, food security and water shortages among them. That’s occurring through the development of drought resistant crops, as well as those with special nutritional traits and abilities to create their own defenses against insects. There’s no question genetically modified crops have become popular with many Canadian farmers, who planted about 20 million acres of them last year. Still, the challenge remains for the agriculture sector to demonstrate the value of crop protection in any form to the public. The sector must make reports like the ones mentioned here living reports, and get more than a headline of out them. People need to be shown technology’s vital role in keeping the world fed, locally, nationally or globally.
CHANGING LANES Many changes have
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preserved. But that doesn’t mean things have slowed down on the genetically modified front. At the same time the field crop alliance results were being reported, CropLife Canada, a pro-crop protection organization, released a new report claiming modern crop protection – which includes genetically modified crops –saves Canadian families millions of dollars every year. The report says crop protection and biotechnology saves up to 70 per cent on any food that requires wheat flour or soy, 53 per cent on vegetables and 39 per cent on fruit. Crop protection products contribute to a vibrant Canadian economy, it says, offering solutions to some of the world’s greatest challenges - cli-
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t’s the nature of news – what’s hot today disappears tomorrow. Such was the case a year or so ago with the Canadian Field Crop Research Alliance, a coming together of field crop research interests in Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada. The alliance’s creation was a banner headline in agriculture, being a creative and potentially ultra-effective approach to new field crop developments. Then, as many stories do, it left the radar screen. But its participants didn’t. Last week, the Guelph-based Grain Farmers of Ontario put the initiative back in the spotlight when it announced 10 new soybean varieties had been developed through the alliance’s efforts. That’s huge. Soybeans are Ontario’s biggest field crop. Any gains in this commodity’s genetics are significant to the overall agri-food sector. And gains happen through research and breeding. The varieties have been developed under the broad umbrella of a three-year project called Advanced Canadian Field Crops Through Breeding, funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Some of new varieties had already been under development with support from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA). Now, they’re ready to be licensed to seed companies and made available
Bowling: Planning on retirement > CONTINUED FROM PG. 13 to bowl on a weekly basis. Though they don’t keep track of exact figures, they estimate that the alley see nearly 500 bowlers a week. “It is a shame that we have seen a decline because it’s a great sport for kids. In the youth leagues, a kid can go all the way to the national finals and it really doesn’t cost them anything,” said Karl. As a benefit to owning the alley, the Jordans have toured the country because of all the national competitors that have practiced on the Elmira Bowl lanes. “We have been from sea to sea, all because of the bowling alley,” said Mary. “We have been to Saskatoon, Lethbridge, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Newfoundland and Quebec and have gone as coaches and as cheerleaders and as support for our national participants.” As part of the celebrations marking 50 years, the Jordans are inviting all past national and provincial competitors for the unveiling of the National Photo Quilt handmade by Mary. The final square of the quilt will be a photo of everyone together taken on Aug. 26 at the bowling alley.
“I just want to get as many people together as we can,” said Mary. “I have kept scrapbooks and newspaper articles from over the years and I will be putting together a display of the history of the bowling alley for the celebration.” Having marked the facility’s anniversary, the couple has decided it’s time to retire, putting the bowling alley up for sale. “We are ready to retire. I will be 66 at the end of August and I have been bitten by the travel bug. We are hoping to spend some time in our trailer and head south for the winter and then tour North America for the next three years. I think it will be great,” said Karl. Whether or not the Jordans continue to operate the business it is a sport that Karl will never be able to leave behind. “I still bowl twice a week. It’s a sport that anyone can do. We have league players as young as four years old to players in their late80s,” he noted. “It is very easy to do and you can have a lot of fun doing it.” There will be a party held at Elmira Bowl on Aug. 26 at 7 p.m. to mark the milestone.
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MAKING A DIFFERENCE Mackenzie Schultz (left) and Emily Charron had the chance of a lifetime this summer when they were part of a group of 23 other students who travelled to India to help build a school and experience their culture first-hand.
Discovering what’s really important Two Woolwich teens participate in life-altering community assistance program in India James Jackson
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t’s not very often that a teenager can turn their summer vacation into a truly life-altering experience, but that’s very much the case for a pair of Woolwich girls who spent three weeks in India helping to build a school. Mackenzie Schultz of Conestogo and Emily Charron of Elmira returned Aug. 6 from what they say was an unbelievable experience. Fifty children in the region were sponsored by Research in Motion to travel to either Kenya or India as part of the Waterloobased tech company’s Build a Village campaign in conjunction with Toronto-based Me to We and Free the Children. The two girls admit they experienced some culture shock when they first arrived in
Delhi, the national capital of India. “When we first got off the plane everything looked normal because it was really developed,” said Schultz. “But right next to the developed sections were massive slums, and it was a shock to see that contrast right beside one another.” While in India, the girls and 23 other students not only had the chance to help build a new school, they travelled the countryside and got to experience the rich culture of the nation first-hand through a so-called “day in the life” activity. “We got to make their local cuisine and we got to do a water-walk and milk a goat, which was really interesting” said Charron. “We even helped repair a home. We just
got to experience how they would live.” They also participated in a series of games and activities designed to increase their leadership and mentoring skills, and to help them realize the smaller facets of everyday life. “For one activity, we had to write down 10 things that were really important to us and that we couldn’t live without, and by the end of the activity we had to have thrown nine of those pieces of paper into a fire,” said Charron. “That really showed you what was important to you and it was an incredibly moving and emotional activity,” she added, noting that her final piece of paper had the word “freedom” written on it. Perhaps the most touching part of their trip was getting
the opportunity to visit another nearby community where a school had already been built through an earlier Me to We construction aid project about five years ago. The girls said it was motivating and rewarding to see how the fruits of their labour would pan out long after they had left the country. “I thought it was amazing; it was so cool to see,” said Schultz with a smile, “because it was a group just like us who went and built the school.” This is the first year that RIM has formed a partnership with Free the Children, and the company said that they are doing it to help empower and develop local youth leaders in the community.
Applications were accepted until Mar. 7 from students aged 14 to 18 who attend high school in the Waterloo Region and Guelph and Wellington County. Students could write an essay or a speech, make a video or create artwork explaining why they wanted to go. They also had to be nominated by a teacher, coach, boss or mentor. There were two trips to choose from, India from July 15 to Aug. 6 and Kenya from Aug. 11 to 28. “I wrote a speech on one of my friends whose little sister passed away,” said Schultz. “She was an inspiration to me and really helped me see what was important.” Schultz was the first student chosen to go on the trip as well, and her name was announced at the We Day celebration in
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Circle each of the following things that you think can be found in Mexico. A. Beaches popular with swimmers, divers and sunbathers B. Dry cactus-filled deserts C. Tropical forests filled with colorful birds and flowers D. Snow-capped volcanoes E. Pyramids and ruins of advanced ancient civilizations Egypt is not the only place in the world with ancient pyramids. The first peoples of Mexico also built pyramids. The story below tells why the Mexican flag has a picture of an eagle sitting on top of a cactus eating a snake. But some of the words from the story are missing. Can you use the words on the pile of stones to fill in the blanks? The ___________ on the Mexican flag is a symbol from the Aztecs, a group of people who ruled Mexico for about 100 years, until they were ____________ by the Spanish. According to an Aztec ____________, they were told by their god to ______________ their _____________ city in the place where they saw an eagle eating a snake. They discovered this place in 1325 and established Tenochtitlán (tay-NOSH-teet-lan). This site is still the capital of Mexico, called Mexico City.
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hree local students got a financial boost for their studies this fall after being named the recipients of the Dan Snyder Memorial Scholarship on Tuesday night. Former Sugar King Jarred Parent was chosen for the Sugar King category, while Corin Metzger and Robyn Beckett were each named as Woolwich Community open category winners. “Year after year we’re impressed with the quality of athletes and community members that we see apply for this award,” said Rick Weiss, one of the directors for the Dan Snyder Memorial Foundation who presented the three recipients with a plaque in the backyard of Graham and Lu Ann Snyder’s Park Avenue home. “This is something we take a lot of pride in for Dan’s memory.” For their efforts, the trio will receive $1,200 towards their post-secondary costs this year, as well as a nameplate on a trophy that is stored in the Woolwich Memorial Centre. The award caps off a stellar year for Parent who helped lift the Kings to the Sutherland Cup championship back in May. Parent was named the team’s top defensive player at their annual awards gala, and also was awarded the Midwestern Conference’s Leroy Jamieson Memorial Trophy in March, which recognizes a
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IN DAN'S MEMORY Graham and Lu Ann Snyder were joined by this years recipient’s of the Dan Snyder Memorial Scholarship in their backyard on Tuesday night. Winners include Corin Metzger (seated), Jarred Parent and Robyn Beckett. They will each receive $1,200 to go towards their studies in the fall. player’s outstanding contributions to one team. “It is such a tremendous honour to be mentioned in the same name as Dan Snyder,” said Parent of the award, which his brother Damian also won back in 2008 when he was named the minor hockey recipient for
Woolwich. Parent is entering his third year of studying business at the University of Waterloo. For Metzger, the award is a fitting addition to her whirl-wind summer as well after she recently returned to Elmira after participating in the inaugural U25
World Wheelchair Basketball Championships held at Brock University last month, in which Canada finished fourth. “It’s definitely an honour to be recognized for such a prestigious award,” she said. “It’s great to be recognized as possessing some
of the traits as such a wellknown member of this community.” Metzger is heading into her second year at Mohawk College where she is studying general arts. Beckett was recognized
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Don Green Memorial slo-pitch tournament raises $4,500 for splash park
EVENT WAS A HIT The annual Don Green Memorial slo-pitch tournament took place Aug. 13 in Wellesley, with 18 teams vying for the title and combining to raise $4,500. Left, Brian Strauss breaks up the play on second base after Chad Hammer drops the ball. Centre, Ryan Doig slams one of his two home runs in the match. His team, “We Got The Runs” won 16-15 over “10 Men and a Glove.” Right, Hammer and Erich Woolley team up to turn a nice double play in the third inning of the game.
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True grit determines the leader of the pack I
have seen some very tough dogs in my time. There have been bear hounds with faces scarred by claw and fang, muscular pit bulls frothing beneath studded leather muzzles, gruff Chesapeake Bay retrievers chasing ducks among the ice floes and snarling German Shepherds straining at the chains. But – I’ll say it now – not one of those mutts is as tough as Callie, my 32-pound springer spaniel. The other day she proved it too. She scooted across a gravel road again. Scooting, of course, is something that dogs do from time to time just to show you that they aren’t as smart as cats. Even so, in this case, I’m still not sure why it happened. Callie had nothing to prove. We already knew she wasn’t nearly as smart as a cat. In any case, we were walking along the road and, without any warning or reason, she lifted her tail and lowered her butt to that sandpaper-like surface, and then she dragged it for an honest 10 feet, presumably to ease an itch. And, so help me god, she smiled doing it. Smiled, I tell you. Even Millie, our Labrador retriever, winced. I suppose Millie could have been the reason for it all too. Up ‘til that point, Millie had been bullying Callie. It was nothing serious, just the typical dog stuff: spontaneous head humping, bowling her
Not-So-Great Outdoorsman Steve Galea over and licking her ears until she looked like she had been slimed – essentially the canine version of a swirly. Yes, Millie had been in charge. But, that one simple act changed it all. And though I had to hand it to Callie for showing Millie who was tougher, I also knew that this would mean trouble for the rest of us. You see, ‘til then, I had been the pack leader. But now even I couldn’t help but feel intimidated. I mean if she can do that with a smile on her face, what chance do I have disciplining her with a little swat behind the ears? Like Millie, I knew I had been bested. And Callie knew it too. As if to prove it, the moment we returned to the house she jumped up on the couch and snuggled in the pillows. She’s normally not allowed to do this and I told her so. But she just looked at me with fire in her eyes and other places and ignored me. I immediately knew we were in for the kind of showdown that dog owners fear.
Kings back on the ice
What followed wasn’t pleasant. There was plenty of cussing, a bit of violence and a whole lot of yipping, barking and snarling. I’m not proud of it, believe me, but in any man-dog relationship you need to firmly establish a pecking order. If you don’t, no one, including the dog, is happy or secure. So, that’s just what I set out to do. And, I succeeded too. By the time it was over, there was no question of who was in charge. So after I finished exposing my belly and got up, I asked the magic question: “Callie, do you want to watch more Animal Planet shows or should I get you another biscuit?” That’s how thing stand right now. But believe me, by the time the next walk is scheduled, I will regain my rightful place as pack leader. Provided, of course, I can stand scooting for at least 11 feet.
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he road to the Elmira Sugar Kings defending their title as the Cherrey and Sutherland Cup champions begins on Monday night with the opening of training camp at the Woolwich Memorial Centre. The defense of those titles won’t be easy, as the team witnessed some considerable turnover during the offseason. Head coach Geoff Haddaway, who spent four years behind the bench in Elmira, decided to step down at the end of the team’s remarkable playoff run last season, while general manager Keith Stewart, who had a big hand in building the Sutherland Cup champs over the past four seasons, will still be involved this year but from the position of manager of hockey operations instead. Replacing those two men is new head coach Dean De Silva, the former Waterloo Siskins head coach and a former assistant coach in Elmira under Haddaway four seasons ago, and GM Paul Jennings, the former general manager of last season’s first-place Guelph Hurricanes. On the ice, the team is poised for a major overhaul as well. With somewhere from 10 to 15 players returning, a good core of players still exists, but without key contributors like captain Josh Woolley and assistant
Jarred Parent – who both graduated from the Junior hockey program last season – combined with the fact that Cory Genovese will likely be patrolling the Kitchener Rangers’ blue line come September and forward Brad Kraus opted to sign with the St. Thomas Stars, the makeup of the team could be very different this season. In total about 40 players will be at camp this week, vying for the approximately 25 spots available on the roster. Camp will consist of fitness training on Monday and Tuesday nights, followed by a pair of inter-squad games. The Kings will also suit up for five exhibition matches between Aug. 26 and Sept. 4. “I’m able to see them in a game-like environment and also see what their coachability is like in practice and see how they carry over from what they learn in practice to the game,” said De Silva of their training camp schedule. “It allows us to see what they can bring in their bag of tricks, as well as their work ethic and character.” For the Kings, both the head coach and GM said they will value those last two qualities – work ethic and character – over pure talent. The GM also added that players had better be prepared to earn their roster spot in the coming weeks. “At this point we haven’t made any decisions on any players yet
and we’re going to let Monday and Tuesday decide what we do there,” said Jennings. “No one is guaranteed anything.” Despite this no-nonsense approach to preparing for the upcoming year, the head coach does admit that there is always the possibility of the “Sutherland Cup hangover” in which players may be under the false impression that they might not have to work as hard as they did last year to achieve the same results. “There’s always that concern,” said De Silva. “We may get it handed to us pretty good in September and October until the guys realize that team’s are going to show up and play their best against us every night, because Elmira has something that these other teams want.”
KINGS EXHIBITION SCHEDULE: Aug. 26 at 7:00 p.m. at home vs. WATERLOO
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Scholarships: Deserving candidates
SCORECARD RESULTS FROM AQUADUCKS FINAL SWIM MEET, GUELPH, AUGUST 6, 2011 GIRLS 8 & UNDER
ABBIE HICKNELL
3rd 25m Freestyle 2nd 25m Breaststroke 1st 25m Butterfly 1st 100m Free Relay MAKAYLA LEMP
5th 25m Backstroke 5th 25m Breaststroke 1st 100m Free Relay JORDYN DAVIS
1st 25m Backstroke 4th 25m Breaststroke 2nd 25m Butterfly 1st 100m Free Relay
MELYSSA MACDONALD 4TH 25M FREESTYLE
3rd 25m Breaststroke 4th 25m Butterfly 1st 100m Free Relay BOYS 9 & 10
THOMAS NORCOTT
3rd 25m Backstroke 3rd 25m Breaststroke 3rd 100m Medley Relay 1st 100m Free Relay GIRLS 9 & 10
LIA CARBONE
6th 25m Backstroke 8th 25m Breaststroke 3rd 100m Medley Relay 1st 100m Free Relay OLIVIA MARTIN
3rd 100m Medley Relay 1st 100m Free Relay GRACE PARKER
5th 25m Breaststroke 2nd 25m Butterfly 3rd 100m Medley Relay
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CARMEN READ
1st 100m Breaststroke 3rd 50m Butterfly 1st 200m Medley Relay
1st 100m Individual Medley 1st 25m Backstroke 1st 25m Breaststroke 1st 100m Free Relay
KIRKLAND STICKNEY
7th 50m Breaststroke 5th 50m Butterfly 1st 200m Medley Relay
BOYS 11 & 12
JACOB DAVIS
KYLE STICKNEY
1st 50m Freestyle 1st 50m Backstroke 1st 50m Breaststroke 1st 100m Medley Relay
6th 50m Freestyle 3rd 50m Backstroke 6th 50m Breaststroke 1st 200m Medley Relay
GIRLS 11 & 12
GIRLS 13 & 14
ABI MARTIN
MADELEINE NELSON
5th 100m Individual Medley 4th 25m Butterfly 1st 100m Medley Relay
2nd 100m Individual Medley 2nd 50m Freestyle 3rd 50m Butterfly 2nd 200m Free Relay
ERIN NECHANICKY
4th 100m Individual Medley 4th 100m Freestyle 4th 50m Breaststroke 1st 200m Free Relay
was deserving of this award.” The Dan Snyder Memorial Scholas a winner this year thanks to her arship Fund was established shortly tireless involvement in community after the death of Elmira native and action and sports. The Elmira Dis- NHL player Dan Snyder, who suctrict Secondary School graduate is cumbed to injuries suffered in a car off to McMaster University in Ham- accident in Atlanta, Georgia in Octoilton to begin her first year of stud- ber 2003. Funds were raised through ies in the environmental and earth donations from NHL players and an online auction of game-worn science program. She said it was a shock to hear she NHL jerseys with help from the NHL Players Association. The criwas named as one of the winners. “When I first got the call, it was teria for selection are based on the very exciting. I’ve applied for mul- principles of sportsmanship, deditiple scholarships and never won, cation, determination and scholasso it’s nice to know that they felt I tics.
> CONTINUED FROM PG. 20
Golf classic raises $13,000 for WCS
SARAH NORCOTT
6th 50m Freestyle 2nd 50m Backstroke 3rd 50m Breaststroke 1st 200m Free Relay
ELLEN SIEBEL-ACHENBACH
7th 50m Backstroke 6th 25m Butterfly 1st 100m Medley Relay 1st 200m Free Relay
BOYS OPEN
JORDAN LEMP
1st 100m Individual Medley 1st 100m Freestyle 3rd 50m Breaststroke 2nd 200m Free Relay
MELANIE MCARDLE
5th 50m Freestyle 3rd 25m Butterfly 1st 100m Medley Relay 1st 200m Free Relay
GIRLS OPEN
BRITTANY MARTIN
BOYS 13 & 14
4th 100m Freestyle 2nd 100m Backstroke 2nd 200m Free Relay
ALEX CARBONE
5th 50m Freestyle 5th 50m Breaststroke 4th 50m Butterfly 1st 200m Medley Relay
JAMIE MACDOUGALL
1st 100m Individual Medley 2nd 50m Freestyle 1st 50m Breaststroke 2nd 200m Free Relay
ISAAC HOGAN
2nd 50m Breaststroke
Four wins clinches tournament GOLDEN The Woolwich U14 L5 boys’ team won their division at the Woolwich tournament on Aug. 6 and 7 by winning four of their five games against Acton, Georgetown, Brantford and Orangeville. Front row: Caleb Warren, Riley Thompson, Blake Buchanan, Nic Pavenal, Ryley Cribbin, Cole Conlin. Back row: Sue Thompson (manager), Josh Ramirez, Scott Turner, Matt Leger, Eric Devos, Joel Shantz, Jordie Mitchell, Austin Service, Grant Kernick, Andrew Playford, Jeff Horst (coach). Absent: Broedy Karelse, Zach Wideman, Luke Playford (coach). PHOTO
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FUNDRAISING FORM
The Jeanne Renault Golf Classic was held last week at the Conestoga Country Club. Above, Steve Bron, Jim Weldon and Chris Weldon watch Holt Sivak during a putting challenge. Inset right, Lorna Vanderploeg tees off; middle, Pat Carder watches his shot; bottom, Chris Weldon makes a putt.
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ON TOP The Woolwich age 9 and 10 House League A Division boys captured their division title this season. Front row: Jordan Dickieson, Colin Merlihan, Nick Lunz, Cameron Martin, Zachary Cressman. Back row: Dawson Good, Hunter Schmitt, Denzil Horst, Keaton McLaughlin, Connor Redman, Connor Bradley, coach Terry Martin. Absent: coaches Vern Lunz, Kevin Schmitt.
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They're the division winners
THE OBSERVER
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Hard work nets A Division title WE'RE #1 The Woolwich age 7
PHOTO
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and 8 boys' A Division team took first in their division this season. Front row: Logan Beard, Dominic Roth, Colton Schmitt, Carter Rollins, Tyler Brezynskie, Carter Cousineau, William Dixon. Back row: Mitchell Brubacher, Kyler Austin, Jake MacDonald, Tyler Martin, Andrew Gear, Coach Leanne Rollins. Absent: Gavin Roemer.
ELMIRA BLOOD DONOR CLINIC
Here's your opportunity to save lives. The Next Elmira Clinic:
Friday, August 26, 2011 from 2:30pm - 8:30pm at Lion's Hall, Elmira Blood and blood products are a critical part of everyday medical care, such as major surgeries and other medical procedures. THE ELMIRA BLOOD DONOR CLINIC ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FOLLOWING COMMUNITY-MINDED BUSINESSES:
HANEY, HANEY & KENDALL
JOHN KENDALL Barrister & Solicitor
Wallenstein General Store
• Groceries • Hardware • Dry Goods •
41 Erb St. E., P.O. Box 185, Waterloo ON TEL: 519-747-1010 FAX: 519-747-9323 EMAIL: jkendall@haneylaw.com
From Bulk Foods to Farm Boots From Wrenches to Farm Fences
Direct: 519-747-1256 Ex 209
Wallenstein • 519-669-2231
EM
ELDALE MACHINE & TOOL LTD.
MANUFACTURING SPINDLES & HUBS FOR FARM EQUIPMENT & PRODUCTION MACHINING emtsales@bellnet.ca
3 Industrial Dr., Elmira • 519-669-5195
• Additions • Renovations • Exterior Cladding • Insulation • Doors & Windows www.waymar.on.ca 3585 Ament Line RR#3, Wallenstein • 519-699-4236
FLORADALE FEED MILL LIMITED “Finest in quality feeds and service.” www.ffmltd.com
519-669-5478 • Toll Free 1-800-265-6126
E.s.t 1971
FORAGE KING 3950 9500 Steffler Rd. Elmira, Ontario N3B 2Z3 Phone: 519-664-2752 Fax: 519-664-3695 Email: sales@mkmartin.ca
“Quality Farm Equipment” Since 1969
Serving you for over 100 Years
Mon to Fri 8 - 6 | Sat 8 - 4
Fax: 519-664-1505 • www.martinsapples.com 1420 Lobsinger Line, RR#1, Waterloo • 519-664-2750
1145 Printery Rd., St. Jacobs | TEL: 519.664.2263
Home Baking Light Lunches Breakfast REPAIRS • MACHINING CUSTOM FABRICATIONS MANUFACTURING
Bus: 519-698-9930 Res: 519-698-2213
RR #2 Wallenstein, Ontario
100 Union St. • 519-669-1501
• Fabrics • Men's Wear • Ladies Coats • China • Glass Ware Mon. Closed · Tues.-Fri. 8-6 · Sat. 8-5 2192 Floradale Rd. ~ Floradale, On.
(519) 669-1381
Coffee • Soups • Sandwiches Donuts •Pies • Muffins Bread • Cookies Mon. to Sat. 6 am - 5:30 pm • Closed Sunday
22 Church St. W • 519-669-5353
STORE HOURS: OPEN 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS A WEEK 315 Arthur St. S., Elmira • 519-669-5403
ROLAN INC ELECTRIC MOTOR Sales & Repair The Quality You Demand, the Service You Deserve. Farm - Auto - Truck - Industrial and we have On-the-farm service
35 Howard Ave. • 519-669-3232
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SANYO CANADIAN MACHINE WORKS INCORPORATED
33 Industrial Dr. • 519-669-1591
CALL 1 888 2 DONATE for more information or to book an appointment. Visit bloodservices.ca
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CLASSIFIEDS
HELP WANTED
Discover our dynamic, dedicated, and supportive teams Foster remarkable relationships with our residents Build a career that is innovative and progressive
Interested applicants are asked to forward their resume to
Dianne Tone, Director of Care
Leisureworld - Elmira 120 Barnswallow Dr., Elmira, Ontario N3B 2Y9 Fax: 519-669-0928 E-Mail: dianne.tone@leisureworld.ca
Commercial 20-Word Ad $12.00 (Extra Words 30¢/word)
COMPUTERS
HELP WANTED
Leisureworld Caregiving Centre – Elmira has immediate openings for Personal Support Workers and is seeking Registered Practical Nurses & Registered Nurses
Residential 20-Word Ad $7.50 (Extra Words 20¢/word)
HELP WANTED
Stolen, Recovered, Lost & Found
Jones Feed Mills Ltd.
Annual Summer
Police AucTion
BAG TRUCK DRIVER
For
WATERLOO REGIONAL POLICE
(Linwood Mill) To deliver bags of feed. Hours of work: Monday to Friday approximately 7 am - 5 pm; some Saturday work required. Must have a valid DZ license and a good driving record.
to be held at
Breslau Airport Road Auction Complex
5100 Fountain St., North, Breslau (Kitchener)
Sat
Applications to Jones Feed Mills - 1024 Alfred St., Linwood, N0B 2A0 ATTN: Tom or Ryan, or email tom@jfm.on.ca or ryanfrede@jfm.on.ca.
Retail Specialist – Part time
What we are looking for:
• Customer service focused. • Solid communication skills. • A friendly, positive attitude. • Able to perform a wide range of tasks. • Flexible availability. • Computer literate. • Two years of experience in retail as a salesperson • A friendly and dependable disposition
Send resumé to info@inspiringaccents.ca or drop in person at 12 Arthur Street, Elmira
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED Looking for a mature person with good social
skills, friendly & motivated. We are filling 2 part-time positions (10-20 hours per week). Must be able to work Thursday and Friday evenings and Saturdays. Job description: waiting on customers, writing orders, pricing stock and small general duties. Ideal positon for a male student or retired gentleman.
HELP WANTED
CHILD CARE REQUIRED
Dedicated to providing exceptional service and support to our employees and clients; we are currently seeking one individual to join our growing team.
MECHANICAL DESIGNER/DRAFT PERSON Responsibilities
• Production of detail drawing and bills of material for fabricated equipment • Liaise with in-house estimating, technical and shop staff • Assist fabricators and installers in solving problems
Requirements
• Must have throrough knowledge of drafting principles • Must have the ability to use 3D modeling software • Must be familiar with MS Office Applications • Experience with Solidworks an asset • Successful applicant will posses strong organizational • skills and attention to detail.
Qualifications:
• Graduate drafting apprentice/technologist or equivalent with related experience • Experience in a mechanical fabrication environment an asset Please forward resume to:
Apply in person with resume to W.C. Brown and Sons - Men’s Clothier Tailor & Dry Cleaning Services
M&G MILLWRIGHTS LIMITED P.O. Box 247 Elmira, ON N3B 2Z6 Attention: Human Resources or Fax: 519-669-1450 or Email: bob@mgmill.com
W.C. BROWN & SONS MEN’S CLOTHIER • TAILORS • DRY CLEANING & ALTERATION SERVICES • COMPANY UNIFORMS
18-24 ARTHUR ST., DOWNTOWN ELMIRA | T. 519-669-1152 | WWW.BROWNSMENSWEAR.COM
HELP WANTED
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those considered will be contacted.
Required Immediately
SANDBLASTER-PREP PERSON
Busy auto body repair shop in Kitchener requires people to fill 2-3 positions. This person must be able to do Physical labour such as heavy lifting and climbing of ladders. Some mechanical experience would be an asset. Other requirements are, self-motivation, work well with others, take instructions and follow through with tasks until completed, some tools would also be a asset. Please send Resume to: Stoliker@bellnet.ca or fax: 519-578-9831
ENGRAVING
Custom Engraved Plastic Mailbox Plates
8½” long x 3½” wide $12.95 each Choose from Red, Blue, Green, Burgundy or White
Box #6, 6377 Yatton Sideroad | Wallenstein, Ontario N0B 2S0
Ph: (519) 669-2064 Fax: (519) 669-4422
Aug 27th 9:00am
Ring #1 - Starts at 9am 200+ bikes - Mountain, Racing, Hybrid
Ring #2 => Estate Auction => Starts at 10am Machine Shop, Woodworking & Turf Equipment
M & G Millwrights has designed, manufactured and installed custom process & material handling equipment for the food, animal feed, aggregate and automotive industries since 1967.
Retail Specialists thrive on creating an inviting atmosphere both in the store and in customers' homes. They enthusiastically embrace our products and enjoy sharing information, tips and advice on how to use every decorative accessory – home and personal. Retail Specialists love to greet customers and share the excitement of the store. If you are passionate about excellent customer service and love home décor or entertaining, we invite you to explore this exciting and fun opportunity.
PLACING A CLASSIFIED AD | Classified ads can be obtained in person, by phone (519-669-5790), fax or email from Monday to Thursday 8:30am-5pm or Friday 8:30am-4pm. All classified ads are prepaid. Deadline is WEDNESDAYS by 4pm.
AUCTION
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE LONG TERM
» Saturday, August 20, 2011
HELP WANTED
>>Plasterers and labourers needed. 40+ hours a week. Must have reliable transportation. Apply to: Martin Stucco by fax 519-638-2339 or email: martinstucco@gmail.com >>Wanted - Personal Insurance Sales Brokers, for Josslin Insurance, in New Hamburg and Elmira. Great place to work, community focused, family atmosphere. Must have RIBO, experience an asset. Contact Julie Zehr 1-888-567-7546 juliez@ josslin.com
>>Early Morning, partime childcare required in Elmira. Monday - Friday, 6:00 - 9:00 a.m. for two children (9 and 6). Call Jen 519-897-0851. HEALTH CARE
>>Try Bowen Therapy for treatment of pain and numerous health conditions. Daytime hours now available! Contact Kevin Bartley, Certified Bowenwork Practitioner. 519-669-0112, Elmira. FOR SALE
>>Garage And Yard Sale - Many items priced to clear - windows, doors, sky-lites, shingles, vinyl siding. Selection of riding lawn mowers and snow blowers at great prices. All instock fertilizer at 1/2 price, 25% off all instock BBQ’s, electric lawn mowers , patio slabs. 2X4 off grade spruce $.16 Lin. ft. Old stock cedar - 2X4X14- $7.88 ea. 2X4 - 16ft $12.99 ea. Rona Cashway. Elora store only. 519-846-5381. FARM EQUIPMENT
>>Combines,
small self propelled MF 72, weed cleaner, swath pickup $1,850.00; JD 95 cab, straight cut or belt pick up, 303 gas, stored inside $3,500.00; JD 95EB, no heads, sunroof $2,200.00; JD 800 swather, 12 ft finger reel, $1,650.00; JD 30 thrower, pump etc $850.00. Harriston 519-338-2688.
FARM SERVICES
>>Custom Round Baling and wrapping. roto-cut opt. up to 4’x5’. Tubeline wrapper up to 6’ bales. for more details call Dave Mulder 519-580-5134. PETS
>>Adorable Farm Pups for sale. Collie/black lab cross born June 26th. Great with children. $50. Call 519638-2642. RENTALS
>>1 bedroom apartment in Linwood. Newly renovated, parking, private entrance. $600 a month, inclusive. Available Sept. 1. 519-6982806.
INSIDE - - - RAIN oR SHINE - Two Auction Rings!!! No Buyer’s Premium!! VIEWING & REGISTRATION: Fri. Aug 26th/2011, 1pm to 4pm, Sat. 8am to sale TERMS: CASH & CARRY => Cash, Interac, Master Card & Visa.
M.R. Jutzi & Co
PRoFESSIonAlS In THE oRdERlY lIquIdATIon And APPRAISAlS oF CoMMERCIAl, InduSTRIAl, ConSTRuCTIon, MunICIPAl EquIPMEnT & VEHIClES 5100 FounTAIn ST. noRTH, bRESlAu, onTARIo, n0b 1M0
www.mrjutzi.ca
519-648-2111
AUCTION
AUCTION SALE OF CONSUMER GOODS AT K & K LIQUIDATION AND AUCTION LTD.
1011 INDRUSTRIAL CRES. UNIT # 3, ST. CLEMENTS
MONDAY AUGUST 22, AT 5:30 P.M.
SALE CONSISTS OF: Ass’t Furniture Items; Mattress; Bikes; Ass’t. Electronics; Watches; Swar; Housewares; Kid's & Adult Clothing; Toys; Linens; Hardware Items; Books; Candy; Consumer Goods; Plus a Large Selection of Other Misc. Items. LUNCH BOOTH TERMS; Cash, Interac, Visa, M.C. NOTE: Clothes will be sold in large lots, list subject to additions & deletions. Viewing from 4:00 P.M. day of sale. Owner or auctioneer not responsible for accidents day of sale. Any announcement given verbally day of sale take precedence over written ads. OWNER: K & K Liquidation and Auction Ltd.
519-699-6084
AUCTIONEERS: GRAY’S AUCTION SERVICE INC., HARRISTON
519-338-3722
HELP WANTED
LOCAL OFFICE HELP NEEDED Part time office person required.
Preference will given to those with creative computer skills and experience in general administrative duties. Please send resume by mail to: Box 143, Elmira, On. N3B 2Z5 HELP WANTED
Attention AZ Drivers! Single US Hwy and Local
• One of Ontario’s BEST Fleets with the Happiest Drivers • 6 months verifiable experience • Must be US DOT qualified • Permanent, Full Time with Excellent Pay and Benefits
Isn’t it TIME you have a Driving Job that makes you HAPPY? Call Jim, Paul or Ralph Today! Weekend Calls are WELCOME! 1-888-213-9401 or visit our website:
www.transportjobs.net
THE OBSERVER
» Saturday, August 20, 2011
Classifieds Continued
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RENTALS
25 CLASSIFIEDS RENTALS
>>1
Bedroom, second floor apartment available September, in Elmira. Separate entrance, heat & parking included, hydro extra. No smoking, no pets. $610/mth. Phone 519-7417405 or 519-669-8101.
RENTALS
>>House For Rent. 3 bedroom semi in Elmira. Includes appliances. Deck and large, fenced yard. $985 plus utilities. 519669-1351.
>>MOOREFIELD
- one bedroom apartment, furnished, laundry facilities, parking, deck, electric heat, cable TV. No pets, adult building. References. $695 inclusive. First & last. 519638-3013
FAMILY ALBUM ANNIVERSARY
ANNIVERSARY
HAPPY 40th
ANNIVERSARY August 21
Bernie & Susan Linseman
Happy 25th Wedding Anniversary AUGUST 16
Carole Anne and Kevan Mighton
REAL ESTATE
>>House
For Sale. St. Clements - $325,000. Open concept backsplit. 2,280 sq. ft. semi, 3 bedrooms, 2-3 c. bathrooms, main floor laundry, huge rec room with gas fireplace and walkout slider to patio. Attached. 11/2 garage. Immediate possession. Call 519-6383829 or 519-638-3419.
COMM/INDUSTRIAL FOR RENT
>>Industrial Bay for rent.
64 Howard Ave., Elmira. 2000 sq ft., open space. 14’ high bay door. 16’ ceiling height, good for mezzanine. Separate hydro, gas and water meters. Inquiries please call 519-465-8421 or 519-669-1461 ext. 22.
PLACES OF FAITH
Gale
Worship 10:00a.m. Minister: Rev. Dr. Linda Bell
Presbyterian www.galepresbyterian.com Church 2 Cross St., Elmira • 519-669-2852
Office Hours: M-TH 9-Noon & 1-3 • E galepresbychurch@golden.net
COMING EVENTS
GARAGE SALES
>>MUSIC
FOR THE CURE! August 20th @ The Lancaster Kitchener. Local music, 50/50, door prizes. $10. Proceeds to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society! For more information call 519998-3217.
HEARING ASSISTED
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
>>68 Duke Street, Elmira. Friday, August 19th, Saturday, August 20th, 7a .m. - 3 p.m. Household items.
100% Local. NURSERY PROVIDED
SUNDAY SCHOOL
St. Teresa Catholic Church
No God, No Hope; Know God, Know Hope! Celebrate Eucharist with us Mass times are:
Sat. 5pm, Sun. 9am and 11:15am
19 Flamingo Dr., Elmira • 519-669-3387
Trinity United Church, Elmira “Our mission is to love, learn & live by Christ’s teachings”
rm A Wlcaome We all! to
Sunday 10:30am am Sunday Worship: Worship: 10:00 Sunday School during during Worship Worship Minister: Rev. Rev.Dave DaveJagger Jagger
www.execulink.com/~unitedchurch/index.html Visit us at: www.wondercafe.ca 21 Arthur St. N., Church office 519-669-5560
Zion Mennonite Fellowship - The Junction -
Worship Service - 10:00am
Finding The Way Together 47 Arthur St., S. Elmira • 519-669-3153 www.thejunctionelmira.com
Love from your children, grandchildren and the MacDermott and Linseman families
Best Wishes Mom, Bill, Jessica and Robin
Sun August 21st at @ 11:00 am Ron Seabrooke
“Giving and Receiving”
BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT
STAG & DOE
Discovering God Together
Stag & Doe for
Kim Borho & Chad Buchan Payton Catherine Faye
4522 Herrgott Road, Wallenstein
Saturday August 27th
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
8pm to 1am, Elmira Lions Hall DJ ~ Prizes Food and More! $10/Person
10:00am Worship Service Pastor: Richard A. Frey www.stpaulselmira.ca
27 Mill St., Elmira • 519-669-2593
August 21- When Anger Wins
BIRTHDAY
Landon James Scott August 7- Happy first birthday Landon. We love you so much. M&T Ad:Layout 1 LoveBusiness Mommy,Card Daddy, and Isaac.
Matt 7:7-12
519-669-2319 | www.wbconline.ca
04/03/09
Paul and Betty (Hoffele) Douglas are proud to announce the arrival of their daughter Payton Catherine Faye born Fri. Aug. 5th weighing in at 6 lbs, 4 oz. Thank you to all of the nursing staff and 10:22 AM Page Dr. 1A. Stewart at Grand River Hospital for their excellent care.
Sunday, August 21, 2011 casual dress | contemporary music | christian church
SUNDAYS AYS @ 10:30AM Services at John Mahood Public School A
5 First St., Elmira • 519-669-1459 www.elmiracommunity.org
10:00 AM
“Prayer 101” Speaker: Dr. Harold Paisley 200 Barnswallow Dr., Elmira • 519-669-1296 Check out our website www.woodsidechurch.ca
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APPLY TO BE A MEDAL BEARER IN THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY RICK HANSEN RELAY The Rick Hansen Relay will be travelling through St. Jacobs and Elmira on Saturday December 3rd. You can be a part of the Tour by applying to be one of two Township of Woolwich Medal-Bearer representatives. A medal-bearer must: • Be at least 13 years of age as of August 24, 2011. There is no maximum age limit. • Have transportation to the assigned meeting point and from the finish of the Relay segment. • Be able to participate unaccompanied in the two- to three-hour Medal-Bearer experience. • Wear the Medal-Bearer uniform – created by Nike – provided by the Relay team for the duration of their experience. Submissions: All submissions will be reviewed by Township of Woolwich Staff and the Mayor. Two medalbearers and two alternates will be selected. All submissions must include: 1. First Name & Last Name, date of birth, address, telephone number, email address. 2. 500-words (maximum) on how you have made a difference in your community through determination, courage, leadership or teamwork, and why you should be chosen to represent the Township of Woolwich.
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All submissions are due by Friday, September 2, 2011. Submissions can be: 1. completed through the online survey on the Township’s Website, www.woolwich.ca under the “News & Events” menu; 2. dropped off at the Township Administration Building to the second floor; or 3. emailed to Steph Thomas at sthomas@woolwich.ca. Thank you for applying. Successful applicants will be notified by the end of September.
WOOLWICH MEMORIAL CENTRECENTRE - August Public SkatingPublic Skating WOOLWICH MEMORIAL - August
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Adult Programs
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Registration Starts September 6th Online and Inline Programs Run
Registration Starts Sept. 13, 6:30 am Online and Inline Program Runs Sept 26 – Dec 19
PD Days: Sept 23 & Nov 18 Christmas Camp: Jan 3 – 6th, 2012 Registration Ongoing Online and Inline www.woolwich.ca/register
Registration Starts December 20th Online and Inline Programs Run Beginning January 9th
Registration Starts December 20, 6:30 am Online and Inline Program Runs Jan 9 – Mar 10
PD Days: Feb 3 & Apr 20 March Break Day Camp: Mar 12 – 16 Registration Ongoing Online and Inline www.woolwich.ca/register
Beginning September 26th
Monday Aug 22 & 29
Tuesday Aug 23 & 30 9:30 – 10:20 am
Loonie Skate $1/person Loonie Skate 12 – 12:50 pm $1/person Shinny Hockey 2:30 – 3:20 pm 2:30 – 3:20 pm $6.70/person Loonie Skate 3:30 – 4:20 pm 3:30 – 4:20 pm $1/person
Wednesday Aug 24 & 31
Thursday
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Friday
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9:30 – 10:20 am
12 – 12:50 pm
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* No Sticks be allowed any of the Loonie Skates * NoSkate Skate Aids Aids ororSticks willwill be allowed duringduring any of the Loonie Skates * As CSAApproved Approved helmets are required for 16 anyone 16 and under, NO EXCEPTIONS! * Asalways, always, CSA helmets are required for anyone and under, NO EXCEPTIONS! For more information call the WMC at 519.669.1647 x7001 For more information call the WMC at 519.669.1647 x7001
WOOLWICH MEMORIAL CENTRE CLOSURES The WMC Pool will be CLOSED September 3 – 25, 2011 for annual maintenance. The Woolwich Memorial Centre will be CLOSED to the public on Thursday September 8, 2011 from 6:30 am – 4 pm for Facility Maintenance. For more information please contact Customer Service at: 519.669.1647 ext. 7001
NOTICE TO DOG OWNERS
Please obey leash laws when walking your dog on Township Trails in accordance with Bylaw 75-2006 Section D1 which states that no owner of a dog shall allow or permit such dog to run at large. Those found not adhering to the By-law will be fined $195.
Winter 2012
THE TOWNSHIP OF WOOLWICH, has the following position available in the Council & Information Services Department:
IT Projects Assistant (Contract) You will assist the Director of CIS with various IT projects and provide administrative support by way of records management; archiving of records and research requests. You will also provide IT support to multiple stakeholders in the organization by troubleshooting, assessing problems and forwarding information to the key individuals to facilitate solutions. The ideal candidate will be a proactive individual with an eye for organization and detail. Strong project management skills and the ability to multi-task are requirements. For a detailed job description and instructions for applying please refer to the Township of Woolwich website at www.woolwich.ca. New Maryhill Community Fitness Program-“Come and get fit as a bell with Mel!” 10 week fitness program to be offered on Tuesdays starting September 20 from 6:45 pm to 8:00 pm at the Maryhill Community Centre. Registration will take place attend the info/registration session on Tuesday, September 13 at 6:45 pm at the Maryhill Community Centre of call Dave Ruetz at 519-669-7047 ZOOMERS, BOOMERS, AND SENIORS IN WOOLWICH TOWNSHIP-Come and participate in a newly formed group “New Horizons”. Program runs the 2nd Thursday of the month starting Thursday, September 8, 2011 from 10am-11:30 am at the Maryhill Heritage Park Community Centre 58 St. Charles St. E. For further information contact: Joan Haid-New Horizons Program Coordinator-519-648-2742 Dave Ruetz-Program Coordinator Township of Woolwich-519-669-7047 or druetz@woolwich.ca
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» Saturday, August 20, 2011
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REAL ESTATE FEATURE PROPERTY
Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated | 180 Weber St. S., Waterloo
OFFICE 519-888-7110
Paul Martin
$575,000
BUILT WITH FAMILY IN MIND NEW PRICE
$453,900
Meet “Olivia”, another fabulous home by Verdone. 2216sqft plus fin'd bsmnt. Many quality finishes some incl: Ceramic, Hrdwd, oversized trim & mf crown moulding. MF lndy, spacious LR, Dinette walk out to covered 16.4 x 9.4ft deck. Fabulous must see kit built for convienience, French drs to mf den. Lg master w/crown moulding, 2 walk ins, lg beautiful ens w/free standing tub & oversized glass shower. MLS Call Paul Direct
NEW LISTING
$269,000
$274,900
Don’t miss this handsome open concept home in Sought after Southfield. Loc’d right beside park backing onto farmland. MF consists of LR, bright kit w/fabulous skylight & dinette w/slider. Upstairs has 3 nice sized bdrms & master walk in & main bath w/tub surround. Downstairs is the lg FR w/gas FP, open to dinette. Fin’d RR w/closet wall perfect for storage. MLS Call Paul direct.
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$319,000
$154,900
$273,000
OPEN CONCEPT
$393,500
$369,900
CALL CALL DIRECT DIRECT
519-588-1348
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DOWNTOWN GLEN ALLAN $59,000
$849,000
$284,900
0.78 acre lot in the quaint little village of Glen Allan. MLS Call Paul direct.
$375,000
3 plus bedrooms. Large sunken family room addition features gas fireplace, skylight and walk-out to a huge deck with hot tub and gazebo. Lots of updates through-out including furnace, a/c, windows, flooring and much more. Finished basement with workshop. MLS Call Alli or Bill direct.
3bdrm, 2bath home features MF Cathedral ceilings. Loc’d on lg beautiful treed corner lot full of perennials. Potential for pool or double garage. Bright, open kit w/breakfast bar. X-lg slider in DR to 17ftx19ft deck. Airy LR w/hrdwd flrs. Whirlpool bath, RR gas FP, lndy rm walk out, Lg 19x24ft storage rm. MLS Call Paul direct.
Spectacular home larger than it looks. 4bdrms, 2 full baths, updated eat-in kit w/cupboards to spare, den, lg cold room. Hrdwd flr in LR & DR, gas heating stove in FR. Fantastic home for any hobbyist w/craft rm & workshops. Balcony overlooking stunning perennial gardens, vegetable gardens & fruit trees surrounding this tranquil home loc’d on lg .69 acre lot. MLS Call Paul direct.
FABULOUS BUNGALOW
INDUSTRIAL LOT Exceptional corner lot. Great exposure. Industrial 0.95 acre lot on the corner of Union and Donway. MLS Call Paul direct.
$199,500
Unbelievable value to own your own piece of countryside in a small peaceful village with a beautiful panoramic view of the Conestoga River Valley, right from your front porch. Large 24ft X 40ft detached insulated and heated workshop (220amp service) situated on a .74 acre lot. 3 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom. Enjoy the cottage feel right at home! MLS Call Alli or Bill direct.
LARGER THAN IT LOOKS
Build your dream home on this 0.48 acre lot. MLS Call Paul direct.
BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME ON THIS $79,000
Fantastic opportunity for car buff or hobbyist, 3 car garage & detached 4 car garage/workshop. Inlaw suite w/2 bdrms, full kit, bath, & lndry. lg 87x250ft lot steps to golf course. 5200 sq. ft. of fin’d living space. Grand yrd over looking farm land. MLS Call Paul direct.
First time home buyers, this is a great starter home with a huge lot backing onto park. The large living room with patio door opens to a spacious deck & very private yard. Features a large country eat in kitchen. Some updates include furnace (2008), laminate flooring, deck, and some newer windows. Lots of potential and very affordable. MLS Please call Bill or Alli direct.
UNIQUE SIDESPLIT!
EXCEPTIONAL HOME W/INLAW!
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
MOVE TO THE SMALL TOWN OF DRAYTON!
SPACIOUS RAISED BUNGALOW
FOUND IT, YOUR NEW HOME!
1853sqft luxurious Verdone home. Carpet free MF, Hrdwd & ceramic, mudrm, MF lndy. Bright LR equip’d w/gas fp. Lg kit abundant w/cupboards, under cabinet lights, breakfast bar. Lg master your own private oasis, spacious walk in closet, 2nd closet, fabulous ensuite: lg vanity, 2 sinks, stunning glass dr shower, soaker tubs in both baths. French door walk-out to covered 16x15ft patio. MLS Call Paul direct.
Impressive 13 ft. cathedral ceiling in great rm. with hrdwd flrs opening to a modern kitchen featuring ceramic flooring, an island, maple cabinets, a desk and a w/in pantry. All 9 appliances included AND a 46" Sanyo wall mounted flat screen TV….WOW!!! Possible In-law set-up in a professionally finished basement with private entrance through garage. Located in a well desired Drayton neighbourhood. MLS Call Alli or Bill direct.
CHARMING COUNTRY SETTING
CHARMING BUNGALOW
Located on quiet street, only a 2 min walk to park. This extremely well kept home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large finished basement and big laundry room. Newer carpet in living room dinette and hall. Handsome newer oak kitchen cupboards. Nice, private 71ft x 122ft yard with wonderful perennial gardens, large vegetable garden and deck. MLS Call Paul Direct
Alli Bauman
Bill Norris
Raised bungalow in immaculate condition and extremely well maintained. This is a solid brick home with three plus bedrooms located in desirable “Birdland” and is perfect for all ages and ready for immediate occupancy. MLS Call Alli or Bill direct.
ABSOLUTELY STUNNING
NEW LISTING
www.homeswithpaul.ca
519-577-6248
$299,900
$249,900
519-503-9533
CALL CALL DIRECT DIRECT
BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS
Fantastic well kept semi located in sought after Southfield subdivision directly across from park, first time buyers its what you have been waiting for! Come and be impressed. Completely finished featuring open concept main floor plus eatin kitchen with patio door leading to deck and extensive yard. finished basement with 3 pc. bath, tastefully finished throughout. Side entrance off driveway. MLS Call Paul direct.
CALL CALL DIRECT DIRECT
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Come and see this attractive 1810 sq ft raised 3+1 bdrm. bungalow on approx 1 acre w/ beautifully manicured gardens. Newer roof and mostly newer flooring. Oriented to seniors with main floor bedroom and laundry. Wood Fireplace. w/o Basement. Backs on Greenbelt, Separate Dining Rm. Rec Room. Family Room. Detached Workshop. MLS Call Paul direct.
OPEN HOUSE - 20 Grosbeak Rd, Elmira | Sunday, Aug 21st, 2-4pm
FEATURE PROPERTY IN LOVELY SOUTHFIELD OPEN HOUSE - 18 Parkside Street, Drayton | Saturday, Aug 20th, 2-4pm
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Paul will donate $250.00 with every home he buys or sells in Woolwich to both Park Manor PS & WCS Family Violence Prevention Program.
RAISED BUNGALOW
$429,000
On 150ft x 150ft treed lot. Only 30min to Waterloo. Captivating custom built home equip’d w/attractive sunken LR featuring wood burning FP, eat-in kit & sep DR both with walk-outs to wrap around deck. MF lndry & ens. Huge fin’d bsmnt incl RR, FR. MLS Call Paul direct.
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» Saturday, August 20, 2011
REAL ESTATE Scott Grainger
Barrister and Solicitor Phone: 519-669-1736 Fax: 519-210-1736 scott@propertyshop.ca
BROKERAGE
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JULIE HECKENDORN
TRACEY WILLIAMS
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BRAD MARTIN
519-669-2772
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75 Edward Street, Drayton - Property ID# 2531
PRICE: $210,000
CUSTOM BUILT! - Private back yard. Open concept bungalow offers lost of cupboards and a lge. island. W/O to large deck and gazebo. 4pc. ensuite bath. Guest bdrm. or office. Fin. bsmt. offers huge rec. rm./ games area, 2 bdrms., 4pc. bath and lots of storage. MLS $499,900.
CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN - Open concept bungalow backs to greenspace. Fireplace in L.R./D.R. Hdwd floor. W.O. to deck. Ensuite priv. Fin. bsmt. w/lge. windows - huge rec. rm. games area, 4th bdrm. 3pc. bath. Single+ garage, dble. drive. MLS $309,900.
BUNGALOW - close to downtown, on a large lot. Newer carpet and hardwood on the main level. Freshly painted. Granite countertop & newer sink. New shingles in 2009. 24x12’ deck. Dble. driveway. 4th bdrm. & office in lower level. MLS $262,900.
CRESCENT LOCATION - Village of Heidelberg. Hardwood flooring in D.R. & all bedrooms. Main flr. family room addition w/ walkout to deck & patio. Updated windows, shingles and furnace. Extra-long concrete driveway. MLS $319,900.
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Charlotte ZAWADA Sales Representative 519-502-5682
charlotte.z@rogers.com www.buyahomesellahouse.com RE/MAX TWIN CITY REALTY INC., Brokerage
1014 QUEEN'S BUSH RD., WELLESLEY
OFFICE: 519-669-5426
DIRECT: 519-572-2669 EMAIL: bert@remaxsolidgold.biz
DRAYTON BUNGALOW!
This home located in a private setting offers four bedrooms, three bathrooms, one & one half garage and a heated pool on a large lot. MLS. Call Bert to View.
$264,900 Charming older home with lots of character located on a quiet tree lined street offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, many recent renovations including kitchen, bathrooms, windows, doors, trim, flooring, lighting, drywall, paint, soffits & eaves. MLS. Call Bert to view.
$319,900
COUNTRY ACREAGE!
Great property on the edge of town backing to river offers century home with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room addition, attached single garage, 5 acres of manicured orchard with a mix of fruit trees, 12 acres workable. Three one storey out buildings totaling 10,000 s/f. MLS. Call Bert to View.
PRICE: $328,800
LOCATION EQUALS CONVENIENCE! This 3 Bedroom Ivystone Home is only 5 years old and could not be more conveniently located to recreational and school amenities in the desirable town of Elmira. 63 Sugar King Drive, originally intended as a builder’s model, features premium finishes, “character” maple hardwood in the livingroom and solid maple cabinetry in the well appointed kitchen. The “Lilac”, includes a master with walk-in closet and ensuite bath, in addition to the main bath on the second floor and a powder room on the main level. Approaching the home you will note a full two car garage and lovely landscaping as you ascend the porch to the front entry. Entering the foyer, your eyes lead you into the kitchen where you will discover beautiful maple cabinetry, flowing towards a spacious dinette. The adjacent livingroom room is blessed with maple hardwood and provides enough room for separate dining space! Upstairs, this home includes a generous master bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, palladium window and a 3 piece ensuite. The second and third bedrooms are also located on this level and are large enough in size for your children to share. Closet space is excellent in all three bedrooms. This home has been professionally painted and is well decorated throughout. You will find that the yard is fully enclosed and ready for the kids with a substantial deck and an impressive play house. The basement is unfinished but insulated and ready for drywall, including rough-ins for a downstairs bath. When you do bring the drywall in, you’ll be pleased to discover that the basement windows are oversized and will accommodate a full 4x8 sheet! Central air, a high efficiency furnace and rough-in for central vac complete the technical picture. Call Carson or Joanne at (519) 503-1355 to arrange a viewing or watch for open house announcements on this site!
or visit us online at:
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Call Bert For Your FREE Market Evaluation
63 Sugar King Drive, Elmira - Property ID# 2525
PROPERTY ID#’s 2525 & 2531
Fabulous 2800 sqrft. 4 bdrm/4bth contemporary "West Coast" style family home in beautiful Wellesley. Stunning living room with two sided fireplace to dining room-WOW! Completely finished lower level for extra living space, home office, exercise room, workshop etc. Fantastic 80' x 148' mature lot! Updates throughout make this gorgeous home ideal for the busy young professionals looking to raise their family in an idyllic and peaceful setting. Less than a 15 minute drive to the heart of Waterloo. A most impressive family home and a must see!
Independently Owned and Operated
4B Arthur St. S. Elmira • www.remaxsolidgold.biz
A GREAT PLACE TO START! A great place to settle for empty nesters! This 3 bedroom semi presents amazing value to the sharp buyer. You won’t find a private, shaded yard like this in other semis at this price point, this close to home. The backyard is green, quiet fully fenced, ready for your active children, pets and barbecues. Entering the home you will note a spacious, separate dining room, adjacent to a tidy kitchen and dinette...everything NEW LISTING you need to entertain friends and family. A main floor addition adds excellent living room space, including a beautiful gas fireplace and patio sliders to the deck. Completing the picture downstairs, you will find a 2 piece bath, conveniently located to the front door, kitchen and dining area. Upstairs, you will discover three bedrooms, all spacious with ample closets. Your basement is partially finished and could be easily dressed up as a recreation room or play space...Lots of room for your home theatre or kids playroom. Drayton isn’t far away, just half an hour to Kitchener-Waterloo or Guelph. Discover the value and live better for less! Call Carlos to arrange a viewing today!
CALL THE 24 HOUR INFO LINE FOR MORE DETAILS: 519-742-5700 | 1-866-432-6884 + Property ID# is extension
$424,900
Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., Brokerage
$389,900
BUNGALOW!
Mature trees surround this home featuring 3+1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, finished basement with fireplace & walk-up, large attached 2 car garage, great deck & patio, backs to green space. Only 10 minutes to Guelph and K-W. MLS. Call Bert to View.
$414,900
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Independently Owned & Operated, Brokerage 519-669-3192 90 Earl Martin Dr., Unit 1, Elmira N3B 3L4
Elmira@royallepage.ca | www.royallepage.ca/elmira
FIRST TIME BUYERS
NEWER 2 STOREY
$259,900. Spacious Link, attached only at the oversized garage. 3 Bedrooms, 2 bath, Neutral décor, oak kitchen w/walkout to deck and fenced yard. Great family location with appliances included. MLS
$329,900. Elmira, 3 Bedroom offers spacious main bath w/separate shower and whirlpool bath. Dark stain and white spindles staircase. Carpet free, maple kitchen, walkout to deck and fenced yard. MLS
BONNIE BRUBACHER Broker of Record
SHANNA ROZEMA Broker.
LAURIE LANGDON Sales Representative
MONIQUE ROES Sales Representative
BACKS ONTO GREEN SPACE!
$319,000, ELMIRA. This 2 storey home offers a 1.5 car garage, dbl driveway, inviting front porch, 3 bdrms, 4 baths including ensuite, open concept kitchen, dining & living room, sliders to deck & fenced yard backing onto green space, finished basement. MLS
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$449,900, ELMIRA. Stone and brick construction, 3+ bedrooms, mainfloor laundry and great room, living and dining room. 3 Baths, full walk out basement. You choose your flooring and kitchen from builders suppliers, all included. Picturesque property with stream, wooded and pasture. MLS TEL: 519.669.5790 EMAIL: info@observerxtra.com
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Rising fastball is merely an illusion
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Strange But True
In 2010, the Philadelphia Phillies’ Roy Halladay pitched the 20th perfect game in major league history, retiring all 27 Florida Marlins he faced, says Steve Mirsky in Scientific American magazine. As one scribe wrote, Halladay “made the ball dive, and he made it rise.” But as visual perception expert Kenneth Fuld corrected, no pitcher throwing overhand can really make the ball rise -- gravity will make it drop slightly, though the batter perceives it as level. But an unusually fast pitch, which drops less than expected, will seem to rise. “It’s an illusion, like thinking your stationary train is moving because a train on the next track moves.” Sadly, the danger posed to batters by the hard and heavy hurtling ball is all too real: Cleveland Indians shortstop
Bill & Rich Sones
Ray Chapman was the only man killed playing major league baseball; after being struck in the temple by a pitch in 1920, he never regained consciousness. This was 51 years before baseball mandated protective headgear.
Q.
“Do I love you because you are beautiful, or are you beautiful because I love you?” wondered Prince Charming in Rodger and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” What psychological truth was he getting at?
A.
Just as familiarity breeds fondness and likeness begets liking, love tends to see loveliness, says David G. Myers in Social Psychology, Tenth Edition. Studies show that the more
in love two people are, the less attractive they find the rest of the opposite sex. “The grass may be greener on the other side, but happy gardeners are less likely to notice,” add Rowland Miller and Jeffrey Simpson. Or as Myers puts it, to some extent beauty really is in the eye of the beholder. A striking example of this was Henry James’s description of novelist George Eliot (the pen name of Mary Ann Evans): “She is magnificently ugly -- deliciously hideous. She has a low forehead, a dull grey eye, a vast pendulous nose, a huge mouth, full of uneven teeth, and a chin and jawbone ‘qui n’en finissent pas’... Now in this vast ugliness resides a most powerful beauty which, in a few brief minutes, steals forth and charms the mind, so that you end as I ended in falling in love with her.”
>> Send STRANGE questions to brothers Bill and Rich at strangetrue@cs.com
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Home Improvements
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ROOFING | SIDING | SOFFIT & FACIA DRYWALL INSTALLATION
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PAINTING
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For more information call:
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•Hedge trimming
• Welding • Fabricating • Painting • Assembly
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•Tree Trimming & Removal • Aerial Bucket Trucks • Stump Grinding • Arborist Evaluations • Fully Insured & Certified • Certified to Work Near Power Lines
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COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR DEATH NOTICES
>>BROWN, Lynn Marie- Peacefully went home to be with her Lord on Monday, August 15, 2011 at KW Health Centre. Lynn Brown, age 56 years, of Elmira.
>>van BREDA, Audrey- Peacefully went home to be with her Lord on August 16, 2011 at Lisaard House at age 83 years, of Elmira.
“A GOOD JOB DONE EVERY TIME�
Kleensweep Carpet Care
Rugs and Upholstery
•Mattress Cleaning •Residential •Commercial •Personalized Service •Free Estimates
>>WEBER, Naomi (Bauman)- On Saturday, August 13, 2011 at Grand River Hospital, Naomi B. Weber in her 62nd year, or RR1 Linwood.
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COMMERCIAL 24 CARDLOCK FUEL DEPOT HOUR MATERIAL HANDLING & PROCESSING SYSTEMS • Design • Installation • Custom Fabrication
MILLWRIGHTS LTD.
519.669.5105
P.O. BOX 247, ROUTE 1, ELMIRA
24-HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE
TOTAL HOME ENERGY SYSTEMS
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
YOUR OIL, PROPANE, NATURAL GAS AND AIR CONDITIONING EXPERTS
11 HENRY ST. - UNIT 9, ST. JACOBS
519.664.2008
MACHINE WORKS INCORPORATED
AUGUST 19
>>Cold plate dinner. Includes turkey, ham, potatoe salad, coleslaw & carrot salad. Royal Canadian Legion, 11 First St. E., Elmira. 6 p.m.; $7. AUGUST 23
>>Stamp
Camp – 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Elmira Branch Library. Join us for stamp collecting for beginners. Free for ages 5-15. Spaces are limited. Event will take place at the library, 65 Arthur St. S., Elmira. For more information call the Elmira Branch at 519-669-5477 or email: elmlib@regionofwaterloo.ca.
AUGUST 25
>>Treasure Hunt & Jack Sparrow Lookalike Contest at Elmira Branch Library – starts at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome – children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Treasure Hunt begins at 6:30 p.m. upstairs at the library. Jack Sparrow Look-alike contest begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information contact the Elmira Branch at 519-669-5447 or elmlib@ regionofwaterloo.ca. >>Discover
what a sustainable future might actually look like. Community Renewable Energy Waterloo presents another Green Movie Night featuring the documentary ‘Powerful Energy For Everyone’, plus information on Life, a local wind co-operative. 7:00/displays and info starting at 6:30 p.m. Princess Twin Cinemas – Waterloo. Fore more information go to www.crewzone.ca or email info@ crewzone.ca.
AUGUST 26
>>H.U.G.S. Program 9:15-11:15 a.m. Come meet with other parents to discuss parenting and child health issues. Topic: Care Seat Safety. Waterloo Regional Public Health will discuss size regulations and proper installation of car seats. Held at Woolwich Community Health Centre, 10 Parkside Dr. St. Jacobs. Call Heidi at 519664-3794, ext. 237 for more information. Historical Room at the Old School, 1137 Henry St., Wellesley between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., featuring old pictures old pictures of people and events in Wellesley Township. Come and see if you can help us identify people in the photos. We open every last Saturday of each month, except December. Free admission.
AUGUST 30 33 Industrial Dr., Elmira 519.669.1591
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519-699-4641
AUGUST 27
SANYO CANADIAN
NANCY KOEBEL
Bus: 519.895.2044 ext. 217 Home: 519.747.4388
Individual life insurance, mortgage insurance, business insurance, employee benefits programs, critical illness insurance, disability coverage,
RRSPs, RESPs, RRIFs, LIFs and Annuities. Suite 800, 101 Frederick St., Kitchener
Check Us Out Online!
3435 Broadway St. Hawkesville
Cell: 519.581.7868
CROSSWORD $ 3 2 7 6 6 ( $ 7 $ ; ( ( 5 ( / 6
KIN KORNER
T. 519.669.2033
PUZZLE SOLUTIONS
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Skilled craftsmanship. Quality materials. CONSTRUCTION STARTS HERE.
>>Foster Parent Information Night. Did you know there are children in your community who need safe, nurturing homes? To learn how you can help a child in need, please join us at the Foster Parent Information Night at 7 p.m. Call 519-576-0540 or visit www.fosteringkids.ca for more information. SEPTEMBER 5
>>2011 7th Wellesley Soap Box Classic. 2
p.m. (Labour Day). Start: Ramp opposite First St Paul’s Lutheran Church, Nafziger Road, Finish: Nafziger Road at Lawrence Street. Four race classes – ages 8 and up. Come out for an afternoon of racing and fun. More information visit www. wellesleyboardoftrade.com.
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SEPTEMBER 6
>>Caregiver coffee hour, 10-11:30 a.m. at Chateau Gardens LTC., Elmira. This group is comprised of those caring for family members who have Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. For more information call Lorraine at Woolwich Community Health Centre 519-664-3794 or Cara at the Alzheimer’s Society 519742-1422.
New to the Community? Do you have a new Baby? It’s time to call your Welcome Wagon Hostess. Elmira & Surrounding Area
SEPTEMBER 8
>>Caregivers support, 10-11:15 a.m. Come join this informal group of caregivers who are acquainted with the struggles you experience. This is an opportunity to meet with others who are in similar situations and to share care giving tips and coping strategies. Call Lorraine at 519-664-3794. Meet at the Woolwich Community Health Centre, 10 Parkside Dr., St. Jacobs.
SHARON GINGRICH 519.291.6763 psgingrich@hotmail.ca
SEPTEMBER 9
>>H.U.G.S.
Program – 9:15-11:15 a.m. Come meet with other parents to discuss parenting and child health issues. Topic: Developmental and behavioural milestones birth to 5 years. Christine Tofflemire N.P. and Karen Reitzel R.D. will present. No registration required. Held at Woolwich Community Health Centre, 10 Parkside Drive, St. Jacobs. Call Heidi at 519-664-3794, ext. 237 for more information.
21 INDUSTRIAL DR. ELMIRA
519-669-2884
SEPTEMBER 11
>>Call all former students of S.S. #28 Victoria School for their 2nd reunion to be held at 1 p.m. Please bring any school pictures, memorabilia, stories, favourite potluck dish, refreshments and lawn chairs. This will be held at the home of Danny and Diane Strickler, 467 St. Charles St. E., Maryhill. Let other family and friends know. RSVP to dstrickler@ continuum.org or 519-648-2432. >>Elvis Gospel Tribute 7 p.m. Everyone welcome, no tickets required. Doug McKenzie in tribute to Elvis. Waterloo North Presbyterian Church, 400 Northfield Dr. West. Free-will offering, wheelchair accessible. For more information call 519-888-7870. SEPTEMBER 12
>>Making Baby Food, 1-3 p.m. – Join a Registered Dietitian at Woolwich Community Health Centre and learn about the foods that are good for your baby’s age and stage, how to choose, make and store baby food and ways to avoid “picky eating�. Session will be held at WCHC, 10 Parkside Drive, St. Jacobs. Call 519-664-3794 for more information. SEPTMEBER 20
>>Do You Have High Blood Pressure? 2-4 p.m. Join a Registered Dietitian at Woolwich Community Health Centre and learn tips and tools to help control your high blood pressure. Explore how salt intake, portion sizes and weight management can impact your blood pressure. Class will be held at WCHC, 10 Parkside Dr., St. Jacobs. Call 519-6643794 for more information.
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PRINTING & COPYING SERVICES Black and white, 8 1/2 X 11 flyers designed and printed for as low as 6¢. Professionally designed, quick turnaround, local service. Delivery, folding and colour work also available. Call 519.669.5790 ext 107 for details.
More Power. Less Fuel. Great Value is a comparison between the entire current Chrysler Canada lineup and the entire 2010 Chrysler Canada lineup. Wise customers read the fine print: ❖, •, ➤, *, ††, § The Summer Drive One Home Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating retailers on or after August 3, 2011. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. See participating retailers for complete details and conditions. ❖Save the Freight discount offer applies to eligible 2011 Grand Caravan SXT, Crew and all Town & Country models offered through Ontario retailers. Chrysler Canada will waive the $1,400 freight charge. While supplies last. See retailers for details. •$19,995 Purchase Price applies to 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package (29E) only and includes $8,000 Consumer Cash Discount. The Save the Freight offer does not apply to the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package (29E). Pricing includes freight ($1,400), air tax (if applicable), tire levy and OMVIC fee. Pricing excludes licence, insurance, registration, any retailer administration fees, other retailer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Retailers may sell for less. ➤An advertised selling price for the Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package (29E) below $20,000 (including $8,000 Consumer Cash Discount , freight [$1,400], air tax [if applicable], tire levy and OMVIC fee). Price excludes licence, insurance, registration, any retailer administration fees, other retailer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select 2011 vehicles and are manufacturer-to-retailer incentives, which are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. Amounts vary by vehicle. See your retailer for complete details. ††Customer Choice Financing for 36-, 48- and 60-month terms on approved credit through TD Financing Services and Ally Credit Canada is available at participating dealerships to qualified retail customers on select new 2011 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram models. Taxes on the full negotiated purchase price are payable at the beginning of the contract term resulting in higher payments than payments taxed on a periodic basis and are not reflected in advertised payments. The following terms apply to TD Financing Services contracts. (Different contract terms apply to Ally Credit Canada offers. See your retailer for complete details.) Vehicles are financed over a 36-, 48- or 60-month term with payments amortized over a term of up to 96 months and the pre-determined residual balance payable at the end of the contract. At contract’s end, customers have the choice of returning their vehicle through a Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram dealership with no further obligations (except payment of a $199 return fee and excess wear and tear, mileage and similar charges), financing the remaining balance for the rest of the amortization period at then-current standard rates or paying the residual balance in full. Some conditions apply. Customer Choice Financing offered by TD in Quebec is subject to different terms and conditions. All advertised Customer Choice Financing offers are TD offers. Example: 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT (29G) with a Purchase Price of $22,995 financed at 3.99% APR over 36 months with $4,899 down and payment amortized over 112 months equals 78 bi-weekly payments of $89 and one final payment of $13,015 for a cost of borrowing of $1,876 and a total obligation of $24,871.49. Taxes, licence, insurance, registration, excess mileage and wear and tear charges, any retailer administration fees and other applicable fees and charges not included. Retailers may sell for less. See participating retailers for complete details. §2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Crew shown. Price including applicable Consumer Cash Discount: $29,530. Pricing includes freight ($1,400), air tax (if applicable), tire levy and OMVIC fee. Pricing excludes licence, insurance, registration, any retailer administration fees, other retailer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. See bottom of the ad for range of potential retailer fees. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Retailers may sell for less. ∞Loyalty Bonus Cash is offered on most new 2011 and 2012 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram models (with the exception of 2011/2012 Dodge Caliber Canada Value Package and SE Plus, Grand Caravan Canada Value Package, Grand Caravan Cargo Van, Journey Canada Value Package, Ram 1500 Reg Cab [4x2 & 4x4], Ram Chassis Cab, Jeep Wrangler 2-door Sport, Patriot Sport [4x2 & 4x4] and Compass Sport [4x2 & 4x4]) and is deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Eligible customers include those that had entered into a new Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge or Ram vehicle FinanciaLinx Lease or Gold Key Lease with a maturity date from August 1st, 2011 and forward. Some conditions apply. See your retailer for complete details. The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications LLC, used under licence. ¤Based on 2011 EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide ratings published by Natural Resources Canada. Transport Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package – Hwy: 7.9L/100 km and City: 12.2L/100 km. ■Based on Ward’s 2011 Small Van Segmentation. Excludes other Chrysler Group LLC designed and/or manufactured vehicles. ®SIRIUS and the dog logo are registered trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC. Customer Choice Financing is a trademark of Chrysler Group LLC.
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