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ON ParaDe Paul Bauman waits to take his 1954 McCormick Farmall through the parade of antique tractors that wrapped up the waterloo County steam Threshers reunion, held near wallenstein aug. 29.

Neighbours, environmentalists oppose subdivision Plan would see 44 homes built on former apple orchard adjacent to chemical plants on Union Street STEVE KANNON Plans for a residential subdivision on Elmira’s Union Street received a welcome almost as caustic as the chemicals running underground in that part of town.

Aside from the developer, no one who spoke at a public meeting Tuesday night indicated any support for the development.

Hawk Ridge Homes hopes to build 44 single-family and semi-detached homes on a 5.5-acre site, a former apple orchard fronting on Union Street. Neighbours, including Chemtura and Sulco Chemicals, seemed less-than-enthusiastic about the proposal, however.

The chemical companies were joined by local environmentalists in calling for the land to remain a buffer zone

between the industrial land and existing residential areas.

“We have to ask ourselves if this subdivision is in the best interest of the community,” said Ron Koniuch, general manager of Sulco Chemicals, noting that 15 of the 44 proposed homes fall directly within the so-called IDLH (immediately dangerous to life and health) zone surrounding the plant.

Dave Emerson, president of

Canada Colors and Chemicals Ltd., which owns Sulco, said he is concerned that the location of the residential development puts it within the company’s worst-case scenario for a massive release of sulphuric acid.

Much the same sentiment was expressed by Chemtura’s Dwight Este, who explained its worst-case scenario – the release of ammonia – places half the subdivision within

the IDLH zone.

Even in the absence of a major spill, both chemical producers foresee compatibility problems due to truck traffic, noise and the potential for odour issues.

While the company has made significant strides to reduce the number of odour complaints, Chemtura’s Este explained “there are no guarantees.”

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Subdivision: Speakers highlight risks associated with location problems in the area, Susan Bryant of APT Environment called the proposed land use inappropriate given the risk to the health and safety of those who would live there.

Spills, fires and explosions – all of which have occurred in the past –

provide the opportunity for a deadly plume to envelop the area, she said, noting that just because there are existing homes in the area doesn’t justify adding more.

“The zoning should be changed to disallow this type of development,” said Bryant, who suggested the chemical

plants should buy the land to maintain the buffer zone.

Not calling for an outright halt to the project, Alan Marshall of the Elmira Environmental Hazards Team suggested a moratorium on development at the site until the issues at the nearby former Varnicolor

Liberals pick Huegle as federal candidate for Kitchener-Conestoga KATIE EDMONDS With speculation of a fall election growing, Kitchener-Conesto g a Liberals have selected Teresa Huegle to carry their banner.

The federal riding association acclaimed Huegle as their candidate at a meeting Tuesday night in Kitchener.

Huegle is well known in the area as the co-owner and operator for 30 years of Angie’s Country Kitchen in St Agatha and Waterloo. Her face is also familiar to those in local government as she has sat on several councils and committees over the years.

“Locally I have always voiced my opinion when

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necessary, whether it was at the Wilmot council or at the City of Waterloo,” Huegle said.

A longtime advocate for small business, Huegle is the former president of the Grand Valley Restaurant Association, and was a contributor to the Prime Minister’s Task Force on Women Entrepreneurs in 2003. She said she believes that after so much time spent in the community while running Angie’s Kitchen, she can relate to a large number of people and truly understands the needs of the people around her.

“I can’t fix everyone’s problems for them but I think people can be confident that I will do

my best to express their concerns in a way that people might just sit up and listen.”

Huegle added that one of the most important things that community members can do to help the political process is to be active and have their voices heard.

“I really do hope that people come out and vote because it’s our democratic right and freedom. Every Canadian should be proud of their right to vote.”

Kitchener-Conestoga is currently held by Conservative Harold Albrecht, who retained the seat in last October’s federal election, beating Liberal candidate Orlando Da Silva 23,255 to 11,875.

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The operation at 62 Union Street was the scene of “massive dumping of chemical waste,” he said, adding there has never been a full accounting, let alone rehabilitation, of the subsurface contaminants there.

Citing a report from Waterloo Region saying the subdivision would be compatible with its surrounding, however, developer’s representative Arlene McFarlane said the project has already been well vetted.

Prior to purchasing the land, Hawk Ridge Homes had the region examine compatibility issues, recognizing the possibility of problems arising due to the proximity to industrial land.

The developer, too, wants to maintain some buffering from the industrial area – none of the homes will front on Union Street, for instance, she explained.

That explanation didn’t convince Pat McLean, chair of the Chemtura Public Advisory Committee, who challenged the thoroughness of the region’s study that deemed a residential subdivision appropriate for that site.

“This is an area with a troubled past, and increasing the density will increase the chance of problems in the future,” she said in joining the call for the buffer zone to be maintained.

Studying the reports filed by the developer and the assessment by the region will be part of the process as the township looks into the zonechange application submitted by Hawk Ridge Homes.

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sizes. In either scenario, a large section at the north end of the property would remain as open space due to the floodway and flood fringe designations assigned to the drain running through the land.

The plan under consideration would see the homes developed around new access points to the land, which would likely involve the extension of Bauman and College Streets, with the main entrance from First Street rather than Union Street.

Dan Kennaley, Woolwich’s director of engineering and planning, expects his staff to face an involved process in reviewing this application for a subdivision.

Such infilling, or brownfield projects typically get preferential consideration in keeping with new provincial guidelines, but the area’s troubled environmental history will have

to come into play, he said in an interview.

“The situation there might warrant us opposing the subdivision of the land itself, notwithstanding the existing residential zoning … if we thought the problem was serious enough,” he said, indicating that decision would not be made lightly, nor is it the most likely stance.

“There would have to be overwhelming evidence that there was a threat from these chemical plumes,” said Kennaley of the scenarios painted by Chemtura and Sulco Chemicals at the public meeting.

Having taken in the public comments, the township is now waiting on additional written input before beginning a detailed study of the Hawk Ridge application.

A staff report will be presented to councillors at a later date, at which time the merits of the project will be discussed.

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“I didn’t necessarily want to do what most people would think of for natural.”

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STYLIN’ Jessica Barber, hairstylist at Carolyn’s Coiffure, is entering Eufora International’s stylist of the year competition in the avant-garde category. Inset: Emily Zimmermann models one of her entries, inspired by rocks.

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Elmira stylist goes to the extreme in coming up with ideas for international competition JONI MILTENBURG Few people would appreciate being told their new hairstyle was inspired by rocks, moss or dirt. Fewer still would request any of the looks Jessica Barber recently created, inspired by those very things.

Barber’s goal wasn’t to produce something her clients would want, but to push the limits of creativity to the point where hairstyling meets art. The looks she came up with are entries for Eufora International’s stylist of the year competition, in the avant-garde category.

Eufora is the product line used at Carolyn’s Coiffure in Elmira, where Barber works.

Last November she travelled to California to take courses at the company’s Global Con-

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nection event and saw the winners of last year’s competition unveiled. It looked like something she wanted to try, and she decided to enter this year.

“Eufora’s an all-natural company, so I wanted to stick with something along the lines of a more natural theme, but I didn’t necessarily want to do what most people would think of for natural,” she said.

Barber eschewed the expected flowers and greenery in favour of things that aren’t typically considered ‘pretty.’

Each look took between three and four hours to create, and very little of it is the model’s natural hair.

Barber has loved hairstyling since she was little, but says she wasn’t one of the kids who tried cutting their own hair.

“I was one of the kids that

cut the neighbours’ hair,” she laughed. “My poor mother had to deal with some angry neighbours. ‘Let’s play hairdresser’ and off comes the ponytail.”

It was her mother who first suggested she could make it a career, commenting, “You know, you’re not that bad.”

Barber did a high school coop term at Carolyn’s Coiffure and then studied at the Voila Institute of Hair Design in Kitchener. She returned to the Church Street salon after graduation, where her specialty is colour.

If she hadn’t become a hairstylist, Barber says she would have done something sciencerelated. It’s a subject that still holds interest for her; she’s currently enrolled at the University of Waterloo, working toward her bachelor’s degree.

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“It definitely helps with hairstyling a lot, more than people would think,” she said.

“It’s a science-based industry; you’re working with hair, the scalp, which is all biology, and then colour, which is all chemistry.”

Last year Barber took part in the Skills Canada hairstyling competition. That was a very different sort of competition, involving more conventional cuts and colours under a set time limit, with people watching.

For the Eufora competition, Barber recruited her coworker Candice Dunning and friends Emily Zimmermann and Connie Allison to be her models. When she finished doing their hair and makeup, she took them to Calla Studio, where Tina Weltz took the photographs that will be sub-

mitted for the competition.

Barber said her creations attracted some stares on the way to the studio: Zimmermann sported three large hair-wrapped balls at the base of her neck, and Dunning was festooned with moss.

“She looked like she came out of Pirates of the Caribbean,” Barber laughed.

All three of her designs can be viewed on Calla Studio’s website, www.callastudio.ca.

Barber said that despite her interest in science, she loves what she does and has no intention of changing careers.

This competition gave her the opportunity to experiment with more ‘out there’ looks and styling for a fashion shoot, something she’d like to do more of in the future.

“It really stretches your creative side.”

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Weekend is about enjoying the fruits of others’ labours Happy Labour Day. I hope you’re enjoying the long weekend. That, of course, is what Labour Day has become – just another day off. The same is true for most statutory holidays. How many people know anything about John Graves Simcoe, the lieutenant governor of Upper Canada? Other than the fact his name is attached to the holiday that gave us last month’s long weekend?

The first Monday in September is supposed to mark the accomplishments and contributions of workers, particularly those in unions. We used to have parades of a particularly political bent. Now it’s all about spending some time at the cottage.

Or perhaps you’ve made it a tradition to take in the Jerry Lewis telethon for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. I certainly spent some time with Jerry and his kids – I loved the Martin and Lewis movies (I also like visiting France, so maybe there’s a connection).

Anyway, if you don’t give much – if any – thought to Labour Day’s origins, you’re not alone.

According to a pair of Toronto historians, Labour Day has lost much of its meaning in today’s climate. In their book The Workers’ Festival: A History of Labour Day in Canada, University of Toronto historian Steve Penfold and York University historian Craig Heron show how the annual North American

ritual has changed dramatically over the decades.

And the event has indeed had a long history.

When Labour Day celebrations first began in the early 1880s – becoming a national statutory holiday in Canada in 1894 – parades were central to the celebration. Cities were a lot smaller in Canada so the annual parade was a very effective way for labour to get its message out to the public, “but now cities are much larger and cars have taken over the streets so communicating through a parade has an entirely different meaning,” Penfold says.

Ironically, today’s much smaller parades are in part due to the labour movement itself, the authors found.

“Organized labour was conflicted on the evolution of Labour Day,” Penfold says. “You can actually read newspaper quotes from union officials and labour organizers from the late 1960s that say while it’s good that workers can now afford cottages and suburban houses, on the other hand it’s too bad they don’t come down on the one day they can say, ‘Here I am, a worker.’”

Because workers have it so good – at least by comparison to the past – there is far less reason to take a militant stance. Also, union bashing in recent years has taken its toll on the public’s perception of unionized workplaces – think of the image of North American auto plants versus their Japanese counterparts.

The decline in the manufacturing sector has weakened what had been the strongest, most active unions. While union membership is still growing,

it’s doing so at a slower pace than the job market as a whole. According to Statistics Canada, union ranks rose to more than four million in 2003 from 2.8 million in 1977. However, as in many other Western industrialized countries, growth has not kept pace with employment increases: the unionization rate – the proportion of employees belonging to a union – has fallen over the years. After rising slightly to 34.2 per cent in 1987 from 32.6 per cent in 1977, it drifted downwards to between 30 and 31 per cent over most of the past decade.

Much of the growth in union membership now comes in the service sector, industries that have been more traditionally dominated by female workers. Unionized retail workers, for instance, have been much less militant than their colleagues in the manufac-

turing sector.

Unions have shifted away from the positions and tactics that were traditionally employed.

Still, union organizers remind us that it was those tough fights that won today’s workers many of the benefits they take for granted. Chances are if you’ve got Monday off – and there are many of us who will be working – you’ll be paid for the holiday. That wasn’t always the case. Even though Labour Day became a statutory holiday in 1894, it wasn’t until 1966 that the Canadian government legislated that holidays be paid.

I’m pretty sure the long weekend wouldn’t have the same allure if the extra day off was coming out of our own pockets, along with the tab for whatever form of entertainment we care to enjoy.

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Brent Zorgdrager has been selected as the new chief executive officer of the Mennonite Savings and Credit Union, the MSCU board decided this week. He’ll take the helm in the first quarter of 2010, replacing Nick Driedger, who is retiring. Zorgdrager is currently the organization’s chief financial officer. He’s led MSCU’s finance, treasury and banking services functions over the last two years, having come to the company following a 16-year career at Manulife Financial.

Kuntz pit asks to keep topsoil

There were no objections as Woolwich council this week hosted a planning public meeting to consider a three-year extension of temporary-use provisions at a gravel pit at 889 Bridge St. W., on the border with Waterloo.

Kuntz Topsoil, Sand and Gravel Ltd. wants to continue to bring in and process topsoil as part of its existing aggregate operation.

Previously, in approving the extraction of gravel from a 22-acre portion of a 135-acre parcel, council permitted the topsoil processing operation as an ancillary use at the site.

Mexico mission fundraiser

The Mexico mission team from Calvary United church is hosting a fundraising concert on Sept. 19 featuring The Master’s Four.

The southern gospel quartet has been performing together since 1985, releasing its sixth album, “I Rest My Case at the Cross” last year.

Proceeds from the concert’s free will offering will go toward a cement pad and building materials for a house. This is the fourth year for the church’s Mexico mission, which departs this year on Nov. 14.

The concert starts at 7 p.m., with refreshments to follow.

FCS to rock on

The rockin’ part of the day’s festivities got the go ahead this week, as Woolwich council approved an exemption from the township noise bylaw for a rock ‘n’ roast event Sept. 19 at Foundation Christian School in Winterbourne.

The public event, running from 2 to 6 p.m., will feature live bands using amplified sound systems.

Now in its third year, the event has never been the subject of a noise complaint.

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Plight of whales moves kids to launch fundraising effort for Sea Shepherd Society KATIE EDMONDS What began as a small lemonade stand outside their family home quickly turned into a community-wide ‘Save the Whales’ fundraiser for five kids in the St Jacobs area.

Abbey Adams, 11, who attends St. Jacobs Public School has spent some of her summer evenings watching ‘Whale Wars’, a television series on the Discovery Channel that documents and exposes the illegal slaughter of whales. Wanting to do something to help out the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society (SSCS) and the work they do to protect the whales and other ocean wildlife, Abbey, alongside her brother Alex Adams, 9, and their neighbours Jesse Broughm, 9, Micah Broughm, 11, and Tyler Martin, 11, set a goal to raise $100 for the SSCS. Last Sunday they set up the lemonade stand outside their house and the kids spent five hours directing traffic to their house and filling and refilling their jug of lemonade for passersby.

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HAVING A WHALE OF A TIME Neighbours Tyler Martin, Micah Broughm, Jesse Broughm, Alex Adams and Abbey Adams moved into fundraising mode for the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society after learning about the organization while watching television’s ‘Whale Wars.’ by the kids’ enthusiasm for the fundraising idea, Abbey and Alex’s mother Zora helped out by typing up some ‘Save the Whales’ signs for the kids to carry.

“You know what? They weren’t inside playing videogames, they were out doing something constructive, and so I said ‘OK.’” After the long day in the sun, the kids realized that not much traffic had slowed around

their house, and instead began canvassing doorto-door. They asked their neighbours to donate a quarter in exchange for a glass of lemonade or juice. One neighbour helped the young environmentalists reach their goal of over $100 raised by donating over $55 in coins after being asked if he had some change to spare. The man’s donation helped the kids exceed their goal.

STEVE KANNON Woolwich’s plans to inspect its bridges took on a little more urgency Tuesday when loose boards on the deck of the Glasgow Street bridge forced its closure.

The old steel truss bridge will remain closed until a detailed inspection and the appropriate repairs make it safe to carry traffic, director of engineering and planning Dan Ken-

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The closure came on the same day Kennaley planned to bring a report to council recommending the hiring of an engineering consultant to inspect bridges and culverts in the township, as required by provincial legislation.

As well as receiving a $59,000 contract to carry out the work, Gamsby and Mannerow Ltd. will also move quickly to inspect the closed bridge near Conestogo, coun-

cil decided. If any other deficiencies are spotted, the repair work will expand to encompass them.

The larger inspection project – required every two years – includes some 30 bridges and a dozen culverts. The previous inspection in 2007 identified the Glasgow Street structure as a high-priority subject for reconstruction, estimating the cost at $2.5 million. While the larger job has yet to be budgeted for, the township is look-

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Longer term, major work could be needed to lift the current fivetonne load limit on the bridge, said Kennaley.

Built in 1886, the metal bridge is mounted on pins that cause some natural movement in the structure, but not to the extent caused by the kind of speeding traffic that was never envisioned in the 19th century.

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Zora hopes that the success the kids had will encourage them to do more projects like this in the future.

“It’s easy in the summer to get stuck inside and play videogames, but we loved that they learned they could make a difference this way.”

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“Near the end of the day, before we went doorto-door, we said a prayer that we would reach our goal; getting the $55 donation was like God heard us,” Jesse said.

By the end of the day, the kids had raised $125.32, which is being sent to the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society.

They are hoping that the money they raised will go towards buying supplies to fix the ship after a small accident that

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ON THE TARMAC Jennifer Bradwin of Guelph holds up son Noah for a closer look at a C-FAKA on display at the Waterloo-Wellington Aviation Expo held Aug. 29 at the Region of Waterloo International Airport.

Covered bridge to be site of heritage presentation Bridge Keepers win approval to close road in order to host status report talk by Dr. Robert Shipley STEVE KANNON Under cover of the bridge in West Montrose Sept.

15, residents can hear all about the effort to designate the landmark as part of a cultural heritage landscape.

Supporters of the covered bridge and its environment, who recently geared up as the Bridge Keepers to fight the creation of a gravel pit nearby, will host the event.

Prof. Robert Shipley, who heads the Heritage Resources Centre at the University of Waterloo and has spent more than two years studying the “kissing bridge,” will discuss his work to date.

With the event on tap, Tony Dowling, co-chair of the residents’ association, was at Woolwich council Tuesday night requesting the road be closed that day between 6 and 8:30 p.m. The closure, which was approved, will allow the group to set up some 80 chairs inside the bridge.

He also invited councillors to attend the event in order to hear feedback from the community.

Another member of the Bridge Keepers, Hans Pottkamper, later asked for an update on the township’s study of a request to declare the area around the bridge as a cultural heritage landscape (CHL).

Dan Kennaley, the township’s director of engineering and planning,

said staff intends to bring forward a report in the fall addressing Shipley’s findings.

The issue is complicated by the gravel pit application filed by Capital Paving. The Guelphbased company wants to extract aggregate from a 115-acre site near the intersection of Letson Drive and Kathleen Street, a request that could be at odds with the CHL designation.

Shipley has suggested council introduce an interim control bylaw to suspend any development in the area while the township establishes the heritage protections for the covered bridge and its surroundings.

Trying to separate the CHL process, the gravel pit application and an upcoming Ontario Municipal Board hearing into Woolwich’s new gravel pit evaluation process (official plan amendment 13) has proven easier said than done, Kennaley noted.

Capital Paving’s report on the heritage impact of its proposed gravel pit is “at odds with the Shipley report,” and somewhat at odds with the Region of Waterloo’s take on the impact, he added.

“That said … we acknowledge that Dr. Shipley was doing work on the cultural heritage landscapes well in advance of the Capital Paving application.”

The Heritage Resources Centre exercise got un-

derway when a University of Waterloo group looking to include the structure on a national registry found that although the bridge has been standing for more than 125 years and is recognized as a historic site by Ontario’s Archeological & Historic Sites Board, it has never received a local designation.

What followed was a series of focus groups, public meetings and online surveys that investigated the bridge and surrounding area’s significance, and the amount of public support for historic conservation efforts. Under provincial legislation, a site must be deemed both significant and valued by the community in order to go ahead with cultural heritage landscape (CHL) designation.

The university’s study showed the West Montrose site qualifies in spades, said Shipley.

Findings released in the spring show 98 per cent of respondents agreed the West Montrose area meets the CHL definition, with 92 per cent saying it is of provincial significance.

Built in 1881, the 198foot span across the Grand River is Ontario’s last remaining covered bridge. At one time a provincial responsibility, the bridge is now owned by the Region of Waterloo, and remains one of Woolwich’s premier tourist sites.

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Police chase ends in arrest of 18-year-old August 26

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9:06 AM | The Heritage House retirement home on Eby Street in St. Jacobs was evacuated after a fire alarm sounded early in the morning. Upon investigation it was clear that it was caused by a malfunction of the alarm system.

6:10 pm | There was a singlevehicle collision on Northfield Drive East. A woman was sent to the hospital with minor injuries but no charges were laid.

Bernhard Doerksen, 18, of Wellesley has been charged with dangerous driving, flight from police and mischief under the Criminal Code of Canada following a pursuit involving Wellington County OPP. Officers on patrol on Wellington Road 6 in Arthur Township spotted a southbound 2004 Chrysler 300 travelling well in excess of the speed limit. Police activated their emergency lights to stop this speeding auto, but the driver ignored and continued at a high rate of speed. The Chrysler continued south and then turned into a private laneway in an attempt to elude police. The vehicle then turned off the laneway into a cornfield and continued to drive through the corn for about a half-kilometre, trying to flee capture. The auto became stuck in the field and the driver was arrested by police.

Damage to the corn is estimated at about $1,000.

Doerksen is scheduled to appear in Guelph court on Sept. 28 to answer to the charges. making noise in Bolender Park in Elmira and breaching their probationary period following a previous offence.

the egging and there was no significant property damage.

9:00 AM | Vandalism was reported at a Riverside Drive address when a store’s signs were spray painted. There were no witnesses and no suspects, but the owners believe the incident occurred sometime between Aug. 18 and 20.

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9:50 PM | A 69-year old Guelph-area man suffered minor injuries after losing control of his car on the curve on Middlebrook Road. No charges were laid, but damage to the car was severe.

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Troy Taibinger, 34, was high on crystal methamphetamine when he led police on a cross-country chase through Woolwich and Wellesley townships on June 5.

Taibinger was walking back to his Kitchener motel from a party in

West Montrose when he came across the New Holland cab tractor with a front-end loader on a Maryhill Road farm.

Taibinger stole the tractor and drove it back to the motel.

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In addition to the dangerous driving charge, Taibinger pleaded guilty to theft over $5,000, failing to stop for police and possession of a controlled substance.

At an earlier court appearance, Taibinger apologized to area farmers for the damaged he caused to crops and fences.

The Region of Waterloo began work Monday on a stretch of Northfield Drive between Sawmill Road and University Avenue in Waterloo. That project is expected to take three weeks.

In a discussion about whether to reopen the bridge to pedestrians and cyclists, Mayor Bill Strauss suggested the township seek legal advice about the potential liability.

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Woolwich finds itself in an awkward position as it reviews a proposal for a subdivision on Union Street in Elmira and the overwhelming opposition to it.

On the one hand, the land is already zoned for residential use, and as an infilling project meets new provincial planning priorities.

On the other, the project promises the potential for years of squabbling and misgivings, not to mention public safety threats and the resultant lawsuits.

Both Chemtura and Sulco Chemicals, two nearby chemical producers, oppose the 44-unit residential subdivision on the grounds that homes would be within the immediate impact zone should a catastrophic accident occur at either plant.

That alone should give the township pause.

Although the worst-case scenario is unlikely to develop, there are greater risks, from smaller-scale leaks or fires to something much more common in Elmira, odour problems.

Chemtura has already been sued by neighbours, eventually agreeing to purchase some of the properties. While the company has all but eliminated odour leaks that were once much more preva-

lent, there’s no certainty problems won’t arise in the future.

In assessing the subdivision bid, Woolwich would be wise to look at the legal issues: could it be held liable, having approved the subdivision, if at some later day residents there decide to sue over odours or other, more serious health and safety issues? Does the benefit of a small increase in assessment base and a few more tax dollars warrant being dragged into a fight that’s already been played out for years in Elmira? Even neighbourhood headaches over truck traffic are likely to make their way back to council chambers.

Aside from the risks associated with having an industrial area on its doorstep, the proposed subdivision sits in an area with a decades-old history of contamination issues. Since the discovery in 1989 of traces of the carcinogen N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) in Elmira’s groundwater, there have been numerous incidents and investigations of contaminants under the surface of land in that area.

Concerns cover not just the Chemtura (then called Uniroyal) issues, but also the problems at Varnicolor Chemical and the Nutrite fertilizer site, which are immediate neighbours of the old apple orchard

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where Hawk Ridge Homes hopes to build.

The Varnicolor site garnered national headlines in the late 1980s when Elmira resident Alan Marshall, a former employee, blew the whistle on the company’s illegal dumping of hazardous wastes. Almost 600 drums were found to be leaking on site, including paints, solvents, non-hazardous and hazardous wastes. In 1992, Varincolor owner Severin Argenton was sentenced to eight months in jail for breaking environmental laws.

Another Varnicolor site at the end of Oriole Parkway, known as Lot 91, was also home to buried chemical waste. That site came under scrutiny again in 2005 when more barrels of improperly stored liquids were found there.

Two years ago, Chemtura and the owners of the former Nutrite plant were made to install an ammonia treatment plant after that chemical was found in groundwater under the area.

It would not be surprising, therefore, if we were to discover more toxins under the ground there, a situation that could be complicated by the presence of a subdivision.

Planning staff and councillors have their work cut out for them.

» THE MONITOR All G7 economies except those of Canada, Britain and Italy will expand in the third quarter. Canada’s gross domestic product will contract at an annual rate of 2% in that period, the weakest of the three with negative growth, and advance at a rate of 0.4% in the final three months of the year.

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» HARD TALK | RAFE MAIR

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Roy Jacques was an example of how journalism is done I don’t like talking about the “old days.” I try to look at the past for lessons only and look at the world and its future through the eyes of my 29-yearold grandson. However I must talk about the past today, for the death last week of Roy Jacques, newsman and commentator non pareil, should give us all pause for retrospection.

There was a time in local politics when the “establishment” and the government that represented it (the “establishment” is of the left as much as the right) had to face tough journalists who were experts at holding feet to the fire. These men and women considered that to be part of a journalist’s duty.

Roy Jacques was one of the band of hard-nosed commentators that made the ‘60s through to quite recently a period where the public could really see what was going on. He was a scourge to politicians and to those in authority generally. I like to believe that I was

part of that band until 2005, but that’s for others to say. What I can attest to as a former politician and B.C. cabinet minister is that in days of yore politicians knew that they were under the magnifying glass at all times. (Not on private matters – a politician’s private life was his/her own unless it interfered with duties to be performed.)

I didn’t know Roy that well, though we knew each others’ work and had spilled a drink together on occasion.

He did, however, enroll me and pay for my membership in the International Order of Old Bastards – high praise indeed (I think.)

Roy was well known for his no-nonsense approach to his craft and his long association with McIver’s Appliances and Services. I especially remember Roy’s calling W.A.C. Bennett “the ironmonger” referring to his days as owner of a hardware chain.

There was a time when free speech prevailed. Look at the sorry state it’s now in.

There has always been self-censorship amongst writers and broadcasters. But it’s always been wrong. Now

it’s so pervasive that the media can be called, with little exaggeration, the government organ. One need only compare the media’s monstrous lack of attention to the fish farm and rivers issues to what the media of the past did to Premier Glen Clark’s fast ferries fiasco. One columnist, Vaughn Palmer of the Vancouver Sun, was like a dog with a bone as he exposed the ferries issue. But on the fish farms and rivers issues, to say the coverage has been spotty is to overstate badly.

The only mainstream exception is the Globe and Mail’s Mark Hume.

Permit me to digress. When I see Global TV using flashbacks to Jack Webster as part of their self-promotion, I want to throw up. Jack couldn’t have worked a moment for today’s pitiful facsimile of a TV network even if he ran out of money for whiskey. Today’s newcasts are about as exciting as a cooking show or the golf channel.

Were those the “good old days”?

They were if you opposed the government, not so good if you were the government or a supporter. The essence of those times was that politicians

in power – indeed the establishment – were accountable. But was journalism back in that period fair? Did these journalists always get it right?

Not all the time by any means, but they were tough and accurate much more often than not and they were true to themselves and the public they served.

Did politicians like what they said and reported? Did I like the way they badmouthed me?

Of course not, but then we weren’t supposed to. Moreover, it made better ministers of us if only because apart from the opposition and the press, all cabinet ministers mostly hear is fawning flattery. We sure as hell didn’t get that from the media.

The fault is media ownership. Owners have a vested interest in not displeasing the government that issues and renews their radio and TV licenses. When I watch a “journalist” in the national media lobbing the soft pitches at politicians I try to imagine Jack Webster in the same spot. The contrast is stark. As one who has seen Jack See MAIR »10

» INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS | GWYNNE DYER

Without population control, Ethiopia famines will continue A quarter-century after a million Ethiopians died in the great hunger of 1984-85, the country is heading into another famine. The spring rains failed entirely, and the summer rains were three weeks late. But why is famine is stalking Ethiopia again?

The Ethiopian government is authoritarian, but it isn’t incompetent. It gives fertilizer to farmers and teaches best practices. By the late ’90s the country was self-sufficient in food in good years, and the government had created a strategic food reserve for the bad years.

So why are we back here again? Infant deaths are already over two per 10,000 per day in Somali, the worst-hit region of Ethiopia. (Four per day counts as fullscale famine.) Countrywide, 20 per cent of the population already depends on the dwindling flow of foreign food aid, and it will get worse for many months yet. What have the Ethiopians done wrong?

The real answer (which everybody carefully avoids) is that they have had too many babies. Ethiopia’s population at the time of the last famine was 40 million. Twenty-five years later, it is 80 million. You can do everything else right – give your farmers new tools and skills,

fight erosion, create food reserves – and if you don’t control the population, you are just spitting into the wind.

It is so obvious that this should be the start of every conversation about the country. Even if the coming famine in Ethiopia kills a million people, the population will keep growing. So the next famine, 10 or 15 years from now, will hit a country of a hundred million people, trying to make a living from farming on land where only 40 million faced starvation in the 1980s. It is going to get much uglier in Ethiopia.

Yet it’s practically taboo to say that.

The whole question of population, instead of being central to the debate about development, about food, about climate change, has been put on ice. The reason, I think, is that the rich countries are secretly embarrassed, and the poor countries are deeply resentful.

Suppose that Ethiopia had been the first country to industrialize. Suppose some mechanical genius in Tigray invented the world’s first steam engine in 1710. The first railways were spreading across the country by the 1830s, and at the same time Ethiopian entrepreneurs and imperialists spread all over Africa.

By the end of the 19th century, they controlled half of Europe too.

Never mind the improbabilities. The point is that an Ethiopia with such a history would easily be rich enough to support 80 million people now – and if it

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In 1710, when Thomas Newcomen devised the first practical steam engine in Devonshire, the population of Britain was just seven million. It is now 61 million, but they do not live in fear of famine. In fact, they eat very well, even though they currently import more than a third of their food. They got in first, so although they never worried in the slightest about population growth, they got away with it.

Ethiopia has more than four times the land surface of Britain. The rain is less reliable, but a rich Ethiopia would have no trouble feeding its people. The problem is that it got the population growth without the wealth. Stopping the population growth now would be very hard, but otherwise famine will be a permanent resident in another 20 years.

The problem is well understood. The population of the rich countries has grown about tenfold since the earliest days of the industrial revolution, but for the first half of that period it grew quite slowly. Many babies died, and there were no cures for most epidemic diseases. Later the death rate dropped, but by then, with people feeling more secure in their lives, the birth rate was dropping too.

Whereas in most of the poor countries the population hardly grew at all until the start of the 20th century. But once the population did start to grow, thanks to basic public health measures that cut the death rate, it grew faster than it ever did in the rich countries.

Unfortunately, economies don’t grow that fast, so these countries never achieved the level of comfort and security where most people will start to reduce their family size spontaneously. At the current rate of growth, Ethiopia’s population will double again, to 160 million people, in just 32 years.

You’re thinking: that will never happen. Famine will become normal in Ethiopia well before that. No combination of wise domestic policies, and no amount of foreign aid, can stop it. And you are right.

What applies to Ethiopia applies to many other African countries, including some that do not currently have famines. Uganda, for example, had five million people at independence in 1960.

It now has 32 million, and at the current growth rate it will have 130 million by 2050. Uganda is only the size of Oregon (New Zealand, Ecuador, Romania, Laos).

History is unfair. Conversations between those who got lucky and those left holding the other end of the stick are awkward. But we cannot go on ignoring the elephant in the room. We have to start talking about population again.

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work and Central Canada press types lob slow pitches I can tell you that given an opportunity he would have grabbed the mic and yelled, “give that to me, you dumb bugger, and let me show you how it’s done.”

For most (but not all) of my radio career I was fortunate to have my contracts with CKNW as owned by Frank Griffiths. There were attempts to muzzle from the station from time to time (perhaps a half-dozen) during my time but I could stand my ground because management always knew that Mr. Griffiths would back the broadcaster.

Example: One day some sales people went to manager Ron Bremner complaining that if Mair didn’t stop picking on the government they would not be able to sell advertising.

They had gone to the wrong manager, as

“Brem” told them that if they couldn’t sell ads with Rafe’s ratings, they should get into another line of work. He followed that with an essay on free speech that would have made John Wilkes and Tom Paine blush with pride and had it posted throughout the station.

Free speech is often hurtful and invariably uncomfortable. But as they say about being alive, it sure as hell beats the alternative.

Never in my lifetime has the public been so illserved by the media and we pay for it with government for the few at the expense of the many, with government that is unchallenged thus autocratic. In fact I don’t believe that it’s a stretch to say we live in an elected autocracy.

Roy Jacques, rest in peace and when you meet that oatmeal savage Webster, don’t tell him what’s happened since he left – let him rest in peace too.

» OBSERVER Q&A Are you looking forward to going back to school? Why or why not?

A bit. Being with my friends.

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Terry Fox run marks 20th year in Elmira KATIE EDMONDS This year’s Terry Fox Run in Elmira is a special one for many reasons. It marks the 20th year that the community has participated in the run, and will be the tenth year that local resident Judy Bieman has been in charge of organizing the race.

Also this year, Elmira has the opportunity to reach an impressive fundraising goal of $200,000.

Communities around the world participate in the annual run; in 2008 Ontarians donated $11.5 million to cancer research through participating in Terry Fox events.

Elmira has raised $191,754 since the community began participating in 1989. Last year alone, Elmira had 41 participants and the event raised just over $8,000. Bieman said she hopes that goal can be reached again, with a bit more to spare.

“I think we can easily raise the same amount this year and reach the $200,000 mark.”

Bieman is one of the hundreds of thousands of people across Ontario expected to participate in the 29th annual Terry Fox Run on Sept. 13. She became involved with the race in 1996 after her middle son died of testicular cancer at the age of 23. At first she was a

participant, but over the years has become more involved with the organization of the event.

“The money we raise goes for cancer research, so I hope this will help.”

The run starts at the Programmed Insurance Brokers office on Industrial Drive and directs runners along South Field Drive, stretching five kilometres along New Jerusalem Road before doubling back.

The event has no designated budget and runs solely on donations from the community, which include items for a penny raffle and a community BBQ. The run has no entry fee and no minimum pledge level, making the event inclusive to anyone who would like to participate.

After being diagnosed with bone cancer, Terry Fox began his legendary Marathon of Hope in April 1980, a run that would take him all the way across Canada to raise funds for cancer research. Terry was forced to stop running outside Thunder Bay, Ontario on Sept. 1, 1980 when the cancer had spread to his lungs. He had run for 143 days and 5,373 kilometers up until that point.

He passed away on June 28, 1981 at age 22.

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Feds get on board tourist train Grant of almost $500,000 will allow Waterloo Central Railway to complete St. Jacobs facility A popular train service that shuttles tourists to St. Jacobs got a boost this week in the form of almost $500,000 from the federal government.

The money will be used to complete a new workshop and visitor station on Isabella Street in the village.

The Waterloo Central Railway (WCR) runs the service between Waterloo and St. Jacobs, making a stop at the farmers’ market. The stop in the village is currently a makeshift affair on a field near St. Jacobs Public School, but the funding will allow for the construction of a sheltered space with a museum and washrooms.

Given the Southern Ontario Locomotive Restoration Society’s mandate to restore old locomotives and coaches, most of the 5,700-squarefoot building will be given over to a workshop, allowing volunteers to work on the cars yearround.

With a permanent facility, the organization hopes to draw more tourists to the region, said president Ron Dancey, noting ridership has

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ALL ABOARD Woolwich Mayor Bill Strauss, Kitchener-Conestoga MP Harold Albrecht and Southern Ontario Locomotive Restoration Society president Ron Dancey board a train in St. Jacobs for Tuesday’s funding announcement.

increased annually in each of the three years WCR has been operating. In its first year of operation, the railway carried some 11,000 passengers between the station on Father David Bauer Drive in Waterloo and downtown St. Jacobs. Some 20,000 rode

the rails last year.

Ticket bookings show riders come from a wide area, extending to other parts of the province, across the country and overseas, he added.

The tourism impact was lauded by Woolwich Mayor Bill Strauss, who joined Dancey and

Kitchener-Conesto g a MP Harold Albrecht Tuesday morning for a whistle-stop funding announcement in St. Jacobs.

“These new improved facilities are welcome,” said Strauss. “Our hospitality industry will benefit from these up-

grades.”

The money, $483,390 in total, will come from the Community Adjustment Fund for southern Ontario.

“Waterloo Central Railway not only facilitates tourism with its trips between Uptown Waterloo, the farmers’ market, and St. Jacobs, but the railway is also becoming part of this area’s attraction to tourists,” said Albrecht in announcing the grant.

Preliminary work on the site is already underway, paid for with funds raised by the Southern Ontario Locomotive Restoration Society. The building’s foundation has already been poured. The grant money should cover the rest of the project, said Dancey.

“It certainly gives us a lift – we’re very excited to get this going,” said Dancey of the grant, adding the facility will be a boon for the railway.

“We’re hoping it will attract more ridership … having a building that provides shelter, washrooms and a museum. It will certainly make the experience more enjoyable.”

The plan is to have the building closed in by winter, with the front

portion completed by March. With the workshop finished, members of the society can begin restoration of some of the rolling stock, starting with a steam locomotive known as Old No. 9.

As the site offers only limited parking – mostly for pick-up and drop-off – the WCR encourages people to park at the Waterloo end or at the farmers’ market. Last year, the railway and township council agreed that people wanting to park in St. Jacobs to board the train should be directed to appropriate spots in the village if the other sites weren’t manageable.

A station is already in place at the Waterloo end. Under the deal that cleared the way for the Wal-Mart-anchored power centre adjacent to the market, the developer of the project is required to provide a new platform and shelter, as well as parking for 50 cars.

The timing of construction at the market site will depend on the outcome of Waterloo Region’s overall plan for the market area, including potential ties to transit routes, said WCR general manager Roy Broadbear.

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Farmers hit the road waving buy-local flags Ontario farmers – and those who represent them – are hitting the road waving their eatlocal, eat-healthy flags. Farmers are determined to capitalize on a market just waiting for reasons to support them, and to better understand where food comes from.

Late last month, provincial Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Leona Dombrowsky was in Guelph to announce details about a new “There’s No Taste Like Home” mobile educational trailer. The ministry says the trailer, outfitted with a fully equipped kitchen, will be used to promote local food through cooking demonstrations and tasting opportunities at industry, community and school events across the province.

This is a great idea. Local food is a loose term that, depending on its application, can mean food from next door, the next county or from several counties away. The mobile education trailer can help bridge the gap and introduce foods from one part of the province to the other. This will resonate with those who believe that no matter where in Ontario food originates, it’s still local food.

The project also deserves kudos for

going to schools. That’s where the appreciation for local and healthy food needs to be nurtured the most.

Jim Clark, executive director of the Ontario Cattle Feeders’ Association (which developed and operates the trailer, with support from the province), said this project pushes his organization’s marketing efforts to a new level.

Then there’s FarmzOnWheelz, a new interactive exhibit from the Ontario Farm Animal Council, debuting at this year’s Canadian National Exhibition. This 400-square-foot exhibit is intended to help teenagers and their families get an up-close look at, according to the council, “what’s cool about farming.”

The council calls it the first of its kind, and for good reason. FarmzOnWheelz was designed and built at a cost of nearly $1 million by the Ontario Science Centre, in a drive towards solid content and excellent delivery. With the centre’s help, FarmzOnWheelz will increase the awareness, understanding and acceptance of the benefits, value, technologies and innovations in farming, says the council.

Joining this debut at the exhibition is a new video called Know Farmers Know Food. I’ve seen it, and it’s gorgeous, with superb footage and sound, and exciting editing. In fact, the lion’s share of this video is also being used to describe and promote

Ontario agriculture for the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists congress that’s coming to Guelph and Niagara Falls in 2011.

We showed it earlier this summer to a global audience at the federation’s annual meeting in Texas, and jaws literally dropped. Fantastic.

And finally, a little later this month thousands of visitors – including, I suspect, a lot more consumers than ever before – will take to the road themselves, headed for to Woodstock for Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show.

The three-day event has appreciably beefed-up its good-food component this year, with a new feature called Celebrating Healthy Living.

It’s based on the growing popularity of the local food movement. A twist

is that it’s highlighting how farm families can benefit by diversifying into local food and agri-tourism. It promises short, snappy speaker presentations (for non-farm audience members too) focused on growing local, exotic and organic produce, seasonal eating, fitness and active living, and home decorating. There will also be a large food preparation trailer hosting a variety of cooking demonstrations.

The late Ginty Jocius, who founded the show, said farmers need somewhere they can do business, glimpse into the future and network, all in one place. Certainly the way this year’s show reflects local food and consumer interest in agriculture is consistent with his vision.

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“Fall is the perfect season for fixing up your lawn,” says Rob Rogan, turf expert for United Industries, manufacturer of Spectracide(R) and Sta-Green(R) products.

“Many lawns have damage from the hot summer months, and you need to take steps to repair this summer damage and nourish the grass and root system for a long, cold winter.”

Rogan recommends five simple tasks to protect the lawn all winter long and create gorgeous, green grass when the weather warms up again.

1. Let the leaves be your guide. When the leaves start to turn, it’s time to fix up the lawn. Don’t wait to plan for the lawn’s winter care until the first frost hits or the temperature drops below 45 degrees. It will be too late to tackle bugs and weeds, and the problems can literally multiply for the coming spring.

2. Give the lawn a winter coat. Apply a winterizer such as Sta-Green(R) PhosphorusFree Winterizer Lawn Fertilizer. Winterizing the yard will strengthen the root system and give the lawn the vital nutrients it needs to rejuvenate from the summer and to survive the winter months.

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Hutson rides to provincial championship

Former King, EDSS student earn Dan Snyder Memorial Scholarships Two notable athletes take home $1,000 each from award established in tribute to Snyder’s perseverance

FOCUSED ON THE FINISH West Montrose’s Lisa Hutson finished the 2009 mountain bike season on a strong note, winning the provincial championships held last weekend at Kelso Conservation Area in Milton. Hutson placed first in the Master (30-39) expert female category, posting a time of 1:24:50.81 over the 24.71 km course. The gold finish capped a strong season for Hutson, who won five of seven races on the Ontario Cup mountain bike series this year and is now ranked first in the province in her category.

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A pair of outstanding athletes received a boost to their educations last week after being chosen as recipients of the Dan Snyder Memorial Scholarships.

Elmira Sugar Kings player Brent Freeman and Elmira District Secondary School graduate Melissa Blake were this year’s recipients of the $1,000 scholarships.

The awards go to students enrolled in accredited post-secondary institutions who demonstrate determination, desire, good sportsmanship and community involvement. The funds are deposited directly to the school they’re attending.

Freeman was the Sugar Kings’ star forward last season, scoring 30 goals and notching 46 assists in 50 games. Freeman has now graduated out of the Junior hockey system and is focusing on his studies at Wilfrid Laurier University, where he’s going into his third year of kinesiology.

Freeman was presented with his plaque Aug. 28 by Graham and LuAnn Snyder in the new Dan Snyder Memorial Arena.

Blake wasn’t on hand to receive her award; she’s currently at the University of Louisiana at Monroe, where she’s studying biology on a javelin scholarship. Blake was a five-sport athlete at EDSS – basketball, volleyball, slo-pitch, javelin and badminton – and received the school’s senior female athlete of the year award, as well as an award recognizing an outstanding

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When it comes to vacations, we’ve got it all wrong creatures who decided that we’d work the majority of the time and only goof off and relax for a tiny portion of the year?

It’s completely opposite to what most animals do, and therefore unnatural.

The problem, as I see it, was that one very twisted individual was able to influence us early on in our evolution.

“If only we could emulate the ants …,” he probably began.

From that point on, that smoothtalking S.O.B. made back-breaking toil sound like it was just what we needed as a society.

The leaders of the day pondered this and said, “But ants work very hard and they never seem to enjoy it. Your idea will make us all slaves and take away from our recreation, free will, and family time. Before you know it we will have grown old and bitter from spending most of our lives doing things we weren’t ever meant to do. We can’t have this.”

Elmira’s Snell enjoys playing hockey in Switzerland KATIE EDMONDS Local hockey player Wes Snell, 33 has just signed a two-year contract with Swiss Aleague hockey team, Zug. Snell grew up in Woolwich Township and played his entire minor hockey career in St Jacobs and Woolwich, playing one year for the Elmira Sugar Kings before being drafted by the Junior A Kingston Frontenacs.

Having skated since the age of three, professional hockey is Snell’s greatest passion and longest standing goal.

“The first skating he did was with the figure skating club in Kitchener-Waterloo and he only lasted one season.

He didn’t want to stand around, he wanted to skate fast,” Snell’s mother Lynne said this week, as Snell was back in the area for a tourna-

ment in London.

Following in his father’s footsteps, who was also a hockey player and coach in Switzerland, Snell has an eye on coaching once he is no longer able to play hockey. Snell has been enjoying his time in Switzerland as the games are played on an Olympic sized rink and are fast-paced, like he has always wanted.

While playing for both local and international teams he has had the chance to travel to places like Russia, the Czech Republic and Italy, but ultimately Woolwich is where he considers his home to be.

He likes coming home to see his friends and family, returning annually in the offseason.

This past weekend, Zug played a tournament in London, posting a strong showing before being defeated in the finals against the London Knights.

To which he replied. “Don’t worry, leaders are exempt.”

And so this awful concept took hold.

The problem, as far as I’m concerned, is that there was no one present to play the devil’s advocate and take on the other side of the argument.

I’d bet that for every person who admired the ant there were 10 who thought that the sloth had a much better idea.

Just imagine the outcome had these right-thinking folk been around when this debate was taking place. They might have pointed out that ants, though industrious, are regularly eaten by sloth, bears and pretty well everything else that needs an easy meal. Also, they might have noted that ants are not smart enough to avoid walking into places that look like and are, in fact, traps, despite that all of their friends have walked in and never returned. And what about the fact that they’re constantly letting kids with magnifying glasses do horrible things to them, huh? In other words,

ants ain’t too bright.

At the same time, they might have done a little PR work on behalf of less industrious animals. They might have pointed out, for instance, that lions do just fine without really going overboard in the hard work department. Or that bears spend an inordinate amount of time just lying there in hibernation and they also do just fine.

If they had just done this, things might be very different. Instead of our current mess, we might all work for just a few weeks a year and vacation the rest of the time, just as God intended. They’d break you in slow too; if you were new to work you’d start with just one week and slowly gain enough seniority to work for six. But that would be all any company allowed. And, forget about overtime.

But of course, those who might have advocated for this righteous cause didn’t bother to prepare a case or even show up. Sadly, it was too much work.

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forward and local hockey hero who was killed in a car accident in October 2003. The awards have been presented annually since 2004.

The scholarships are awarded to athletes from Woolwich Township in three categories: the Elmira Sugar Kings, Woolwich Minor Hockey and Woolwich community open. Freeman was the Sugar Kings recipient, while Blake received the community open award. There were no applications in the Woolwich Minor Hockey category this year.

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As I sit here at my desk, buried deep within the confines of what I generously call an office, I realize that I’m on the verge of my first real vacation of the year.

Oh sure, I’ve had several other vacations this year but they were not real ones.

That’s because I stayed close to home, answered the telephone and wrote at my computer each evening.

On this vacation, I’m doing it right.

That means traveling a few hours further north and leaving phones and computer behind. Plus, I’ll be carrying a rifle for most of my time away. Not just for the bear that I’m hunting, but also in case I run into a computer or telephone.

On the eve of something as wondrous as this, a man gets to thinking about where we, as a species, went wrong. I mean, what caused us to evolve into

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Recognizing the people that keep Canada moving The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA), the country’s national trucking group, in conjunction with the provincial trucking associations, is pleased to announce National Trucking Week 2009 will take place from September 6 - 13, 2009.

The purpose of the weeklong celebration is to recognize the important

contributions made by the 400,000 Canadian men and women who keep the country’s freight moving.

Provincial trucking associations, carriers, industry suppliers and other stakeholders are encouraged to undertake activities in their own province to mark the event. In previous years, provincial associations

have marked the occasion with newspaper supplements, radio advertising, contests, special promotions, and special events at truck stops and roadside inspection stations.

Carriers and industry suppliers have hosted BBQs, breakfasts, truck washes, offered special giveaways

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Jacks a few players away from filling team roster New GM and coach Kevin Fitzpatrick looking for strong work ethic as Wellesley squad looks to improve on last year’s erratic record

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JONI MILTENBURG We might cheer for the underdog, but everybody likes to play for the winning team. That can make it tough to attract players to a team like the Wellesley Applejacks, looking to rebuild after several unsuccessful seasons.

“If you don’t have a very good year, it affects your recruiting. You’re not at the top of everybody’s list,” noted Kevin Fitzpatrick, coach and general manager of the Jacks.

With that in mind, Fitzpatrick has been surprised and impressed by the calibre of the prospects who showed up to the Jacks’ training camp this week.

“We had a couple of

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scorer, but I think every team in North America does,” Fitzpatrick said.

In the absence of a Sidney Crosby, Fitzpatrick is working on coming up with a system that will generate goals. To that end, he has been stressing special teams and an effective power play.

Special teams were the Jacks’ Achilles heel last season; in four playoff games, they managed only one power play goal, while allowing six.

After the team is finalized, they’ll have a few practices together before heading to Wingham for a tournament against some Junior C teams.

Following the tournament, they’ll have a few more practices before the season opener against old rivals Tavistock on Sept. 18.

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been at camp are more than capable of … playing a game here and there for us.”

Fitzpatrick was surprised at how exhausting the training camp was, and welcomed help from some familiar faces: former player Patrick Shantz and former captain Scott Litt came out to skate with the team, and former GM Dave Litt is helping to organize the training camp.

Based on what he’s seen at training camp, Fitzpatrick is predicting a fast team with a good work ethic. Two forward lines will be very fast, with the other two not far behind.

He’s also expecting his defencemen will be able to push up and play offensively, acting as a fourth forward.

“I still need a 40-goal

walk-ins at training camp who are excellent hockey players,” he said.

The team has about two or three positions left to fill, and Fitzpatrick is hoping to have the roster finalized early next week.

Choosing between the remaining prospects will be tough, but the coach doesn’t want to carry extra players into the season. He prefers to call up Midget players to help out when necessary, leaving room for additions to the roster throughout the season.

“If we’re going to be successful … I’ve got to keep looking for players. If we find somebody a month from now or two months from now that can make us a better hockey team, that’s our obligation; we’ve got to do that.

“Our Midgets that have

The KW Kolts returned home from the Eastern Canadian Fastpitch Championships in St. John’s, Newfoundland with gold medals to show for their efforts.

Joining the Kitchener contingent were Elmira’s Adam Brubacher and Evan Buehler.

After rolling over Nova Scotia 18-1, the Kolts played their closest game against host Waterford Valley, winning 4-3 after extra innings.

The Kolts proceeded to defeat Newfoundland’s VP Rock 14-7 and CBC 16-9. Back-to-back wins over Ontario’s Highgate Rock squad – 7-0 and 3-0 – put them in the final against Waterford Valley. There was no need for extra innings this time, as the Kolts hammered home seven runs while allowing the host team none.

In addition to his gold

medal, Buehler also picked up an individual award as the best shortstop among the peewee boys.

GOLDEN Evan Buehler (left) and Adam Brubacher show off the gold medals they brought home from the Eastern Canadian Fastpitch Championships in St. John’s. The boys were made honourary Newfoundlanders by kissing a cod while they were there.

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ENTERTAINMENT » ON STAGE

Generations clash this time around STEVE KANNON Long before the term sandwich generation came to be, playwright Henry Denker touched on the dynamic between three generations – parents, kids and grandparents – in a comedic way. Written in the ‘70s, The Second Time Around explores the generation gap more than any other facet of that relationship.

A 1976 sensibility – not to mention those clothes and those hairstyles – will be on full display next week as the Elmira Theatre Company presents the first of its fall productions.

The story unfolds following the decision by Samuel Jonas, who recently became a widower, and Laura Curtis, herself widowed, to shack up. They seem happy. Their children do not.

Enter Laura’s son Mike Curtis and his wife Eleanor. And Samuel’s daughter Cynthia and her husband, psychiatrist Dr. Arthur Morse. Immediately, there’s something going on between Mike and Cynthia – exactly what that is will unfold through the course of the play, as will Eleanor’s phobias and fixation on her and Mike’s bedroom issues and Arthur’s neuroticism.

Throw in Bruce Morse, Cynthia’s son, a university student, and his girlfriend Angela, and the intergenerational squabbles begin.

Neither Samuel’s nor Laura’s child warm to their parents’ relationship.

The kids are shocked to hear their parents plan to live together, arguing they should at least get married for the sake of propriety. It seems, however, that the older couple has essentially maneuvered the situation to be a choice

between living together or marriage, forcing the kids to accept that the relationship is a fait accompli.

“The take-away message? Is it a question of morality or manipulation? I would have to say it’s manipulation – the parents getting what they want and bringing the families together,” said Gail Wareing-Tonizzo, who directs the ETC production.

Nobody in this story is completely above judgment, but each has no qualms about judging the others. You know what they say about people in glass houses?

“This is about the things that we discover about ourselves while judging others – it’s definitely a glass houses play,” she laughed.

Though set in 1976, the issues are pretty much timeless. Every generation has its gap. The settings and the times change, but parents and their kids have similar relationship issues from one bunch to the next.

The ‘70s timeframe does, however, provide Wareing-Tonizzo and her cast of eight the opportunity to have some fun with the set and the costumes. The clothing has an eye-grabbing, almost hypnotic look to it – those in the audience who experienced it the first time will have no trouble being transported back to that era. But even the younger theatergoers will relate given the 1970s revival of late – think That ‘70s Show.

And, of course, the generation gap is recognizable to all of us.

“We’re really hitting a wide audience because we’ve got three generations on stage,” she said.

The Elmira Theatre Company production of The Second Time Around runs Sept 11-20, with 8 p.m. shows

Elmira

Theatre Company The Second Time Around Written by Henry Denker

Directed by Gail Wareing-Tonizzo

photo | steve kannon

Seniors’ wedding plans have their children up in arms, and the laughs ensue in latest ETC production

STUCK IN THE MIDDLE The ‘70s are front and center in the generation gap comedy The Second Time Around presented by the Elmira Theatre Company. Among the cast are, clockwise from left, Sue Jennings, Gord Cameron, Tracy Leighton and Steve Whetstone. The show opens Sept. 11.

Thursday-Saturday, and two Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. at 76 Howard Ave., Elmira. Tickets are $18, available

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YOUTH WORKER

(Permanent Part Time) Promote, design, and implement activities of the Youth Centre in Elmira. Post secondary degree (or working towards degree) with emphasis on youth and youth issues. Must be enthusiastic with the inherent ability to relate to youth.

Excellent for someone seeking a career involving youth.

Tuesday - Friday evenings 7:00-10:00 12 hrs per week Apply to: Woolwich Community Services

73 Arthur St. South Elmira, On N3B 2M8 Fax: 519-669-4210 Email: don_wcs@yahoo.com Only interviewees will be contacted.

HELP WANTED: Mature individual required for the day shift at our Linwood Warehouse.

Duties include bagging, loading trucks, customer service, cleaning, etc. Fork lift experience is an asset but not a necessity as training is available.

Start date is early September, 2009.

Please apply by résumé to:

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Community Living Supporting individuals with an Intellectual Disability Is accepting applications for:

PART-TIME ECE TEACHER 10 hours per week. You will provide care and support to children with Intellectual Disabilities who are attending the child care centre and allow for an improved ratio of children to teachers in the classroom. You will foster the development of each child to his/her fullest potential and encourage socialization and inclusion.

Qualifications Must have an ECE diploma.

Experience working with children with diverse needs would be an asset,

Or fax resumes to Ross’ attention 519-698-2719

Jones Feed Mills Ltd. HELP WANTED: Cleaning Person Required to clean our Linwood and Heidelberg mills.

Responsibilities include sweeping and running industrial vacuum, as well as general upkeep.

Stair climbing would be necessary, as well as moving bags of feed as required. Need a team player with a positive attitude, who works well without constant supervision. Must be physically fit and able to do medium lifting.

Hours of work: Monday - Friday 8:00am 5:00pm. Wage to be determined.

Please send résumé to:

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Please send resumes to: Laurie Thomson Human Resources Manager 118 Barnswallow Dr., Elmira, ON. N3B 2Y9 Fax: 519-669-3444 e-mail: lthomson @elmiraacl.com While we thank all individuals for their interest only those granted an interview will receive a reply.

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Community Information Page THE TOWNSHIP OF WOOLWICH "Proudly remembering our past; confidently embracing our future."

P.O. BOX 158, 24 CHURCH ST. W. ELMIRA, ONTARIO N3B 2Z6 WEBSITE: www.woolwich.ca

TEL: 519-669-1647 or 519-664-2613 FAX: 519-669-1820

AFTER HOURS EMERGENCY: 519-575-4504

COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF HEARING September 21, 2009

On Monday, September 21, 2009, at 5:30 p.m. the Committee will meet in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Offices, 24 Church Street West, Elmira to consider the following applications. All persons interested in the applications may attend and may contact Nancy Thompson at 519-669-6040 or 519-664-2613 (ext. 6040) regarding meeting details. Email: nthompson@woolwich.ca.

The Committee will also consider signed, written submissions for or against the applications if submitted to the Township of Woolwich no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 15, 2009. Submissions can be forwarded by mail or hand delivery to: Township of Woolwich, Attn: Jeremy Vink, P.O. Box 158, 24 Church Street West, Elmira, ON N3B 2Z6 or Fax 519-669-4669 or Email jvink@woolwich.ca.

MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATION A11/09 (Drayton Theatres Inc.) PROPERTY: 40 Benjamin Road East, GCT Part Lot 18, 58R11636 Part 1 PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting permission to increase the maximum building height from 10.5 metres to approximately 19 metres (measured to the peak of the roof) for the

purpose of constructing a fly tower as an addition to the existing theatre. The property is zoned Stockyards Industrial / Commercial Area (C-8) and contains a theatre.

MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATION A12/09 and CONSENT APPLICATION B10/09 (Sidney and Mary Guy) PROPERTY: Isabella Street, St. Jacobs Plan 1549 Part Lot 120, 58R-15346 Part 1 PROPOSAL: Application A12/09 - The applicant is requesting permission to reduce the required lot frontage and lot width from 9 metres to approximately 7.5 metres to permit the construction of a semi-detached dwelling and to sever the property in half (Application B10/09). The property is zoned Residential Medium Density (R-3) and is currently vacant.

CONSENT APPLICATION B11/09 (Waterloo Catholic District School Board) PROPERTY: 1354 Maryhill Road, Maryhill Plan 596 Part Lots O and A, Lot P, Plan 58R-12636 Part 1 PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting permission to convey an irregular shaped parcel of land having an area of approximately 0.03 hectares from 1354 Maryhill Road as a lot addition to the

rear of the property located at 1320 Maryhill Road. The property at 1354 Maryhill Road is zoned Institutional and developed with a school. The property at 1320 Maryhill Road is zoned Settlement Commercial (C-3) and contains a single family dwelling.

CONSENT APPLICATION B12/09 (Arthur and Carol Eby) PROPERTY: 62 Ebycrest Road, Breslau GCT Part Lot 114 Plan 58R3869 Part 1 PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting permission to convey a strip of land measuring approximately 6 metres by 55.5 metres from 62 Ebycrest Road as a lot addition to the adjacent property located at 58 Ebycrest Road. The properties are zoned Settlement Residential (R-1) and each contains a single family dwelling.

Further information about the applications may be obtained from Engineering and Planning Services at 519-669-6038 or 519-664-2613 (Ext. 6038).

DATED this 5th day of September, 2009 Jeremy Vink, RPP, MCIP Senior Planner Engineering & Planning Services

TOwNSHIp OF wOOlwICH Notice of Public Open House No. 1 Breslau Servicing Study

The Corporation of the Township of Woolwich has initiated a Servicing Study to identify and propose alternative servicing strategies for water, wastewater, and general stormwater needs for the existing community of Breslau (Study Area).

The study will identify existing servicing constraints/ deficiencies, and evaluate alternative solutions. The result of this study will be a comprehensive plan for Breslau that identifies the preferred strategy for water, wastewater, and general stormwater servicing. The plan will also identify the individual projects required to implement the servicing strategy, the costs involved and the proposed funding. To date, the following activities have been completed: background data collection and review; assessment of existing servicing; development of preliminary servicing strategies; initial costing; and consultation with Township staff. An integral component of this study will be public consultation.

A Public Open House will be held on September 16, 2009, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Breslau Mennonite Church located at 226 Woolwich Street South in Breslau.

The purpose of the Public Open House is to present the objectives and interim findings of the project. Display Boards

will be available for viewing at the Public Open House, and staff from the Township of Woolwich and Stantec Consulting Ltd. will be on hand to answer questions regarding the project.

The preferred strategy will take into consideration any comments received at this Public Open House, and will be reflected in the Draft Final Report to be presented in October at a second Public Open House. At that time, a survey will be issued to receive public feedback on the final recommendation.

Interested parties will then have the opportunity to express any objections, concerns, or criticisms, as related to the recommended strategy. If no objections or criticisms are expressed by the end of the review period, the project may proceed to implementation as presented.

Mr. Randy Miller, C.Tech.

Township Project Manager Township of Woolwich 24 Church Street West, P.O. Box 158 Elmira, Ontario, N3B 2Z6 Phone: (519) 664-2613 ext. 6030 Fax: (519) 669-4669 Email: rmiller@woolwich.ca

Ms. Barbara Robinson, M.A.Sc., P.Eng. Project Manager Stantec Consulting Ltd. 49 Frederick Street Kitchener, Ontario, N2H 6M7 Phone: (519) 585-7379 Fax: (519) 579-8806 Email: barbara.robinson@stantec.com

TOwNSHIp OF wOOlwICH RECREATION FAll pROGRAMS ADULT FITNESS - MONDAYS,TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS (11 WEEKS) 7:00 – 8:00 PM AT PARK MANOR SCHOOL

BADMINTON – MONDAY OR THURSDAY ((13 WEEKS) 8:15 – 10:15 PM AT PARK MANOR SCHOOL

YOGA CLASSES – MONDAYS OR WEDNESDAYS (11 WEEKS) 7:00 – 8:30 PM AT PARK MANOR LIBRARY

VOLLEYBALL – TUESDAYS (13 WEEKS) 8:15 – 10:15 PM AT ELMIRA DISTRICT SCHOOL

PILATES CLASSES– TUESDAYS (11 WEEKS) 7:00 – 8:00 PM AT PARK MANOR SCHOOL

LINE DANCING – THURSDAYS (11 WEEKS) 5:00 – 6:00 PM AT ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH HALL

BALLROOM DANCING – TUESDAYS (11 WEEKS) 8:30 – 9:30 PM AT PARK MANOR SCHOOL

ALL PROGRAMS START WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

REGISTER AT THE WOOLWICH MEMORIAL CENTRE BETWEEN 6:00 AM AND 10:00 PM OR CALL 669-1647 OR 664-2613 ext.

7001 OR 7025 OR EMAIL customerservice@woolwich.ca FOR MORE DETAILS. REGISTER BEFORE SEPTEMBER 14TH AND RECEIVE A $10.00 DISCOUNT. The Township reserves the right to cancel classes if insufficient registration.

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FAMILY ALBUM 519.669.5790 | 1.888.966.5942 BIRTHDAY

Happy 30th Birthday Nick!

THANK YOU

ANNIVERSARY

Thank you to Elmira Children’s Centre

Open House 40th Anniversary

When I took on the deliberate task of being a single parent through the blessing of adoption, I hoped and prayed I would receive acceptance and support. My family, my friends, my church community and even my work community have been wonderful support in my journey as a single parent. Never in my hopes could I have imagined the support I would receive from a “daycare”. ECC, under the direction of the lovely Linda Bird has been a saving grace, providing guidance, support, encouragement and friendship. Olivia and I have been blessed over and over by all of you; women with a heart for children.

In the blink of an eye, my timid, shy, anxious 18 month old has transformed into a confident, happy kind, chatty 6.5 year old, and we no longer need the services provided by ECC. Thank you all for loving and caring for my Olivia as if she were one of your own. Thank you for your friendship and guidance over the years.

Lots of love to you, Heidi & Max

ANNIVERSARY

We will miss you.

Louise and Olivia Ellis

Leonard and Lovina Bauman Happy 60th Anniversary Sept. 01 2009 CONGRATULATIONS Leonard and Lovina Bauman Celebrating 60 years of marriage on Sept. 01 2009

Alson & Almeda Sunday September 13, 2009 2pm - 5pm

Continued Love and Happiness

Elmira Mennonite Church

Love From

Best Wishes only please

Your children and grandchildren

Community Information Page THE TOWNSHIP OF WOOLWICH "Proudly remembering our past; confidently embracing our future."

P.O. BOX 158, 24 CHURCH ST. W. ELMIRA, ONTARIO N3B 2Z6 WEBSITE: www.woolwich.ca

TEL: 519-669-1647 or 519-664-2613 FAX: 519-669-1820

WoolWich Fitness centre Welcome to the new WMC Fitness Centre, managed by Personal Best, an industry leader in Fitness Centre Management.

Come attend the grand opening ceremonies on September 12, 2009 Facility Closed Sept. 10 through to Noon on the 13th

Expressions of Interest should include the following information:

The Fitness Centre, located in the heart of the Woolwich Memorial Centre, is approximately 2300 square feet and features the following state-of-the art fitness equipment for cardiovascular training:

The facility will also feature a variety of strength equipment including: • 11 Atlantis Selectorized Strength Machines • 1 Atlantis Functional Trainer • 1 Max Rack • 1 Atlantis Half Rack • 1 Atlantis Plate-loaded Leg press • a variety of benches, plates and dumbbells

request For expressions oF interest The Township of Woolwich is accepting Expressions of Interest from community organizations and notfor-profit groups that would be interested in leasing the former Elmira Visitor Information Centre building at 5 First Street East, Elmira.

For more information contact fitness@woolwich.ca

• 3 Star TracTreadmills • 2 Star Trac Elliptical Machines • 1 Star Trac Recumbent Bike • 1 Star Trac Upright Bike • 2 Star Trac E Spinner with video screen for personalized spin classes • 1 Power Pro Skater • 1 Jacob’s Ladder • 9 Tomahawk Spin Bikes

AFTER HOURS EMERGENCY: 519-575-4504

In keeping the Township’s goal to offer “accessibility for all”, the strength equipment will include 5 wheelchairfriendly weight machines.

Finally, to complete a total body workout there will be a variety of training equipment such as the Bosu, the Reebok Core Board, the Reebok Body Stretch, medicine balls, stability balls and mats.

HOURS OF OPERATION The facility will be fully supervised during the following hours of operation: Monday to Friday: 6:30am to 9:00pm Saturday: 7:00am to 6:00pm; Sunday: 9:00am to 5:00pm

GROUP FITNESS To add some variety to your fitness regime, group fitness classes will be included with your membership.

Regularly offered classes will include spinning, step, muscle conditioning, yoga and pilates. From time to time we will also add specialty classes at a nominal fee.

FEES 12 Month $504.00 GST included 6 Month $264.60 GST included 3 Month $138.60 GST included Drop In $10.50 GST included

• Contact Information • Outline of the History and Purpose of your Organization or Group • Proposed Use of the Building • Proposed Monthly Lease Payment (lessee to be responsible at a minimum for annual operating costs estimated to be approximately $4,000, Township to cover capital maintenance costs) Expressions of Interest will be accepted until Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at 4:30 pm at the Township Office at 24 Church Street West, Elmira. It should be submitted in a sealed envelope and addressed to David Brenneman, Chief Administrative Officer.

To arrange a site visit, or if you have any questions, please contact David Brenneman, Chief Administrative Officer – email: dbrenneman@woolwich.ca or phone: (519) 669-6002.

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HOME HUNTERS Paul Martin SALES REPRESENTATIVE EMAIL: paul@remaxsolidgold.biz DIRECT....519-503-9533 HOME ....519-669-3074 OFFICE ...519-888-7110

OPEN HOUSE SAT 2-4 15 MEADOWLANE DR., KITCHENER

$339,900

KITCHENER Gorgeous backyard w/ inground pool.

Roof ‘05, ceramic tile & carpet lower level/marble bar, 3pc bath ceramic shower/glass door all in ‘09. air/furnace ‘09. hardwd ‘01. wood & electric fireplace.

Kitchen ceramic/island.

WOW! 12.9 ACRES. 2800 sq. ft. bungalow, 4 bedrooms, main floor master bdrm, main floor laundry, patio/deck, hot tub, walkout basement, detached workshop, backs on to greenbelt, waterfront property. MLS.

BUY OR LEASE

$639,000

$369,000

ELMIRA Why buy a Resale Home when you can build your dream home on this 50’ lot. Hardwood & ceramic throughout main floor, maple kitchen cabinets, 4 bedrooms, master has walkin closet and ensuite.

$374,000

ELMIRA Why buy a Resale Home when you can build your dream home on this 50’ lot. Hardwood & ceramic throughout main floor, maple kitchen cabinets, 4 bedrooms, master has walkin closet and ensuite.

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519.669.5790 | 1.888.966.5942 FAX | 519.669.5753 EMAIL | sales@ObserverXtra.com

Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated ADDRESS: 180 Weber St. S., Waterloo

www.homeswithpaul.ca

Support your local schools. Buy or list your home with Paul.

$349,000

ELMIRA Retirement at its best, Let Huron Homes build this beautiful bungalow for you. It features 2 bedrms on main floor and if you like 2 more in the basement, along with a large rec. rm.

Dble garage. Backs on to green belt.

$359,000

BRESLAU 2100 sq. ft. almost brand new beauty!

Open concept mnflr, large kitch. (upgraded cabinets), extra large patio dr, 3 large bdrms, loft area on second flr, master ensuite boasts large windows, whirlpool tub and walkin closet.

DON’T MISS THIS HOME. Basement consists of large finished recrm. (roughin for bar) 2pc. bath & storage rm. Main flr. offers hardwd. throughout (ceramic in foyer) open concept, 2nd flr. family rm, ensuite.

Fenced backyard w/ recently built pergola and stone patio.

NEW PRICE

$359,900

RECREATIONAL LOT! 6.5 acres on the Conestogo River. Excellent camping and/or seasonal property ideal. Services (gas, telephone, hydro) available at road side Line 86. MLS.

$189,000

Introducing... HURON HOMES INC.

What’s your Home worth?

Call Paul for your Free Market Evaluation

45’ and 50’ lots available in Elmira. Several plans available in bungalow or 2 storey models, or will build to suit.

00 9,9 9 $8

BY THE NUMBERS

PRIVATE SALE Spacious country home on 4.3 acre lot with mature trees and stream, tennis court, and barn.

2600 sq.ft. of finished living area with 5+ bedrooms.

Linwood area private sale. $499,000. (519)698-2558

Rentals

EASY

MEDIUM

House For Rent Country home - Elmira area. Professional couple or retired preferred.

Avail - now. Rent negotiable for good tenants.

519-574-1489.

Shared Living accommodations in Elmira for mature, single, christian girl. Non-smoker, no pets.

Shared kitchen, private bath, recroom. 519-6693996 after 5p.m.

LOST & FOUND

Lost - Digital Watch

Sprawling bungalow with loft on 3.74 acres of paradise! Self contained 1 bedroom apt, 38x24 detached shop with 14’x12’ doors. Numerous MICHAEL J. SAUNDERS Salesperson updates in past 5 years include several PRIVATE SALE Three bedroom brick bungalow, close to2007 windows, shingles, furnace, CAC & more!

Home has 4 fireplaces, 5+ bedrooms, 6 baths, 519-579-4110 downtown, open concept, main floor laundry, finished rec sparkling pool w/stamped concrete deck. room, A/C +attached garage. $289,000. 4 Wyatt St. Wrought iron fence, pool shed & bar with SERVICE Elmira 519-669-2477 or SALES &519-669-2109 hydro. 400amp hydro service. MLS

in or near the farmers shed in Elmira. Call Alson Clemmer 519-698-2312.

GARAGE SALES

St. Clements Commu-

nity Wide Garage Sale and fundraising BBQ. Sat. Sept. 12, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bake sale, BBQ at arena.

RE/MAX TWIN CITY REALTY

GARAGE SALES

Charity Garage Sale68 Centre St.,Elmira, Sept.

12 & 13, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Furniture, books, movies, baby items, scrapbooking, household, holiday decorations plus TONS more! All proceeds will be donated to the Grand River Animal Shelter. Garage Sale. Fri. Sept 4, 5 Snyder St. S., Elmira.

8 a.m. Everything must go! St. Clements Commu-

nity Wide Garage Sale and BBQ. Saturday, September 19, 2009. Garage sale items sold at individual homes and at arena parking lot (for those living out of town).

Bake sale and Coffee from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. BBQ 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. So come out and ride around town and find your treasures. For information call Deb Harte 519-699-4732 or Trevor Hehn 519-699-5792.

Automotive

Auction

2009

MONTHLY PUBLIC VEHICLE

AUCTION — to be held at —

SALES & SERVICE

2008 MAZDA 6 4dr, automatic transmission, power locks & windows 64,000 kms, finished in red, $13,500.00 2007 FORD RANGER EXTENDED SPORT Automatic transmission, mag wheels, finished in charcoal $14,500.00

2006 FORD SUPERCREW 4X4 XLT 6 Passenger, fully loaded, 68,000 kms, finished in charcoal, $20,500.00 2005 DODGE SPRINTER EXTENDED CARGO VAN Diesel, fully loaded, 145,000 kms, finished in grey, $21,000.00

2005 MAZDA 3 4 dr, fully loaded, 58,000 kms, finished in charcoal, $12,5000.00 2004 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr., fully loaded, 106,000 kms, finished in silver, $9,900

2000 MAZDA B3000 EXTENDED CAB 5 speed transmission, 99,000 kms, finished in red, $6,900.00

BRESLAU AIRPORT ROAD AUCTION COMPLEX 5100 FOUNTAIN ST. N., Breslau (Kitchener)

Sat. SEPT 12th 9:30am Government, Police, Repo, Bankruptcy, Fleets & Others

2005 Grand Caravan Wagon 2 | 06/07 Crown Victoria 2005 Caravan Wagon 3 | 06/07 Dodge Charger 2004 GMC Savana 2500 Ext Van 2 | 06 CHEV IMPALA LT’s 2004 Chev Astro Wagon 5 | 05 Crown Victoria 2003 Chev Venture Wagon 6 | 05 Chev IMPALA 2002 Chev Express 3500 Van 2 | 04 INTRPID SE 2003 Windstar LX Wagon 2 | 04 Ford TAURUS SE 2003 Windstar LX Wagon 4 | 04 Crown Victoria 2002 Ford E250 Cargo Van 3 | 02/04 Chev IMPALA 2001 Chev Silverado 4x4 p/u 2003 Chev CAVALIER 2001 KIA Sedona Wagon 2003 Olds ALERO 2000 Ford FX150 Pickup 2001 BONNEVILLE 1983 Mercedes 380SL Convertible 1998 Harley Davidson Police Motorcycle

PARTIAL LIST ONLY

www.mrjutzi.ca - website will be updated daily as vehicles arrive!!!!

No Buyer’s Premium!!

VIEWING: Friday Sept. 11th, 2009 - 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

TERMS: $500 Cash Deposit on Each Vehicle or as announced

47 Northside Dr., St. Jacobs, ON

519-664-2281

M.R. Jutzi & Co www.mrjutzi.ca

519-648-2111

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HOME HUNTERS ELMIRA REAL ESTATE Independently Owned & Operated, Brokerage SERVICES

BONNIE BRUBACHER Broker of Record

SHANNA ROZEMA Broker.

DARREN ROMKEY Sales Rep.

LAURIE LANGDON Sales Rep.

519-669-3192

90 Earl Martin Dr., Unit 1, Elmira N3B 3L4

DALE KELLER Sales Rep.

Independently Owned and Operated

BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY HOME

$314,900 | This unique home has been designed for the large or growing family and features 4 bedrooms, hardwood and ceramic floors, heated pool, 2 gas fireplaces and a large fenced back yard.

NEW MLS

GREAT FAMILY HOME $189,000 DRAYTON | This bright and spacious home has a large fenced yard, ceramic floors, professionally finished rec room with gas fireplace; 3 bedrooms and 3 baths; steps to school and park; and has loads of storage. NEW MLS. PARADIGM HOMEs PREsENTs "THE CLEVELAND" $336,000 | Approx. 1990 sq. ft. 4 Bedroom. 2 Storey vaulted great room, spacious country kitchen. Standard features include, fireplace, HRV, ensuite bath, custom styled kitchen, ceramics and more. Construction starting week of September 8th. MLS DEsIRABLE RURAL sETTING $329,000 DRAYTON | 5 Year, Cape Cod Styled home, 100 x 150' lot, oversized double garage with walk down to basement, mainfloor laundry/mudroom, over 1900 sq ft. Scenic location. MLS

QUIET COUNTRY LOCATION $334,900 DRAYTON | Beautifully appointed and tastefully decorated home. Both levels finished offering an abundance of living space, deck, hot tub and oversized workshop/ garage. MLS LOG HOME 2+ ACREs $454,000 DRAYTON | Beautifully setting, stunning log home with welcoming interior, full wrap around porch, detached garage/shop, 3 box stall horse shelter and 1 acre fenced paddock.

MLS Elmira@royallepage.ca | www.royallepage.ca/elmira

www.thefreyteam.com

Mildred Frey BROKER MANAGER

Wendy Taylor

frey@golden.net

Mary Lou Murray

CONESTOGO | 3300 Sq. ft. renovated older home in desired Town of Conestogo. Large lot with studio detached garage. Many updates. A must see!

MLS. To view call Mildred Frey.

GOLDSTONE | Great Country property at the edge of Moorefield, 3 bedrm. bungalow, finished basement with fireplace, 12 x 16’ wood deck, 14’6” x 24’ detached workshop with hydro. 48.79 total acres, 34 tillable tile drained, 2 acres building site + 4.25 acres zoned for future residential, 7.5 acres zoned for future industrial development. Great investment property. MLS. Call Len Frey.

$128,900

ELMIRA | 2 bdrm, 2bth condo in well-maintained complex. Walk-out from livingroom to patio and greenspace.

Finished rec room with built-in cabinets. 4 appliances and window coverings included. Shows “AAA” MLS call Wendy Taylor

$289,900

2bth former model home. Great room. Large kitchen opening to spacious deck overlooking oversized, 144’ deep lot. Stainless appliances incl. neW mLs $278,500.

to parkland! Eat-in kitchen w/ island & w/o. Finished bsmt w/ gas fp. Double garage-lots of storage! C/A and vac. Shows well! mLs $284, 900

great famiLy Home 4 level backsplit offers a huge kitchen w/ open concept to family room w/ stone fireplace & lge. windows.

Office & den in lower level. 2 baths.

Dble. Garage, concrete driveway mLs. $349,000.

Backing to farmLand custom built bungalow, better than new! Hardwood/ ceramics. Open concept. W/o to partially covered patio. 3rd bdrm & bthrm finished in basement. Insulated garage w/220 hydro. mLs $389,000.

park-Like grounds. 11 acres, mixed bush, pond! Lovely updated bungalow w/ great room. Min’s from Elmira/K-W & Guelph. mLs $595,000.

investment property 5 plex, always fully occupied! Laundry in each unit. Lots of parking!

Shows a good return on your investment! mLs $479,000.

4-pLeX centrally located in St. Clement’s. 1/3 acre lot w/ nice gardens. Let your new rental income pay your mortgage!

Easy to rent! mLs. $311,900.

Great 3 bedroom, 2 bath starter on large lot. Upgraded wiring, plumbing, windows, baths and kitchen. Appliances included MLS. Call Wendy Taylor to view.

BuiLd your dream Home On 1 acre site, sloping to the south (ideal for w/o basement).

Located on the edge of Goldstone. mLs. $110,000.

www.thurrealestate.com

$355,000

$1,049,000

MAPLETON TWP | Quiet country property on over 5 acres of wooded area. Huge eat-in kitchen overlooking family room with heat stove.

Deck to rear yard off kitchen. Detached workshop 30 x 30. Great for the handy man!! MLS. Call Mildred or Len Frey.

WOOLWICH TWP. | 50 acre farm located 4 minutes north of Waterloo at the edge of St. Jacobs. Large all brick house setup as a multi family with 3 units. Large barn easily converted to storage for cars etc., Detached workshop. This property has endless opportunities. Great investment. MLS Call Len Frey.

K-W Mortgage

9 Church Street W., Elmira Tel: 519.669.0004 Toll Free: 1.866.645.9443 dontaylor@on.aibn.com

I have a package that will satisfy your Mortgage Needs. Call or Email today!

• Rates below posted bank rates • 100% Financing Available • "Cash back option" • Debt consolidation • Second mortgages

DON TAYLOR, CIMBL Mortgage Agent

Serving elmira, liSTOWel and SurrOunding area

4B Arthur St. S. Elmira • www.remaxsolidgold.biz OFFICE: 519-669-5426

DIRECT: 519-572-2669 EMAIL: bert@remaxsolidgold.biz

BERT MARTIN, BROKER

00

WeLcome Home!!!. Beautiful 3 bdrm, drayton 2-storey - backing

$236,000

Independently Owned and Operated

2,5

TRACEY WILLIAMS Sales Rep. Cell: 519-505-0627

ELMIRA | Lovely older home w/ wood floors throughout. Lots of character. Newer kitchen. Formail LR/DR. English garden and deck.

Updated 4 pcs. main bath w/whirpool. MLS Call Mildred Frey.

$349,900 GOLDSTONE | Unique 2 storey home approx. 2500 sq.ft. in a country setting. Large living area with oak kitchen & island. Large garage and workshop. Sliding doors to rear deck and above ground pool. Sale will be subject to severence of side lot. MLS Call Mildred Frey.

BILL NORRIS Sales Rep. Cell: 519-588-1348

marylou@mmrealestate.ca

$749,000 $359,900

ALLI NORRIS Sales Rep. Cell: 519-577-6248

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

BROKER**

wendy@thefreyteam.com

Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., Brokerage

$18

JULIE HECKENDORN Broker Res: 519-669-1068 Res: 519-669-8629 MVA Residential

THE FREY TEAM

Len Frey

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

519-669-2772

BROKERAGE

BRAD MARTIN Broker of Record

MONIQUE BRUBACHER Sales Rep.

THIS WEEK'S FEATURE PROPERTIES

R.W. THUR REAL ESTATE LTD. 45 ARTHUR ST. S., ELMIRA

519-669-1544 24hrs 17 Church St. W., Elmira

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GREAT STARTER! Located on a deep lot with mature trees this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with large kitchen walk-out to the fenced back yard and covered patio offers a good opportunity for a young family. Central to schools. MLS.

Your referrals are appreciated!

$645,000

1300 SQ. FT - $9.00 SQ. FT. NET

WEST MONTROSE | Pride of ownership throughout this custom built executive Bungalow. 17’ ceilings, infloor heating on both levels, gourmet kitchen with built-in appliances, lots of windows overlooking a large entertaining deck & large backyard. Part finished walkout basement with extended family potential and more! MLS Call Mary Lou.

FOR LEASE | Great location in Birdland Plaza. Previously used as Herbal One. New renovations. All other units in plaza occupied. Laundry, Hair Dresser/ Spa, Pizza, Convenience store, etc. Busy location with lots of parking. Available immediately unit is vacant. MLS. Call Mildred Frey.

Debbie Kurt

519-843-1365

Royal City Realty, Brokerage

Independently Owned and Operated

Open House Sat. Sept. 12th noon to 2 Living in the country has

LOTS COMMERCIAL | $199,000 located in Drayton across from Grocery Store, Medical Centre and Library. MLS Call Len Frey RESIDENTIAL | $89,000 Drayton Subdivision with municipal sewer and water. Large lot. Get your own builder. Build your dream home. MLS Call Mildred Frey 5 ACRE LOT | $99,900 Country lot. Great for hobbyist or a few horses on a paved road. MLS Call Mildred Frey

519-766-6384

dkurt@rlproyalcity.com

$429,900

never been easier. This 1512 sq. ft. home with a full detached shop is minutes away from K-W, Elora & Guelph, 1km north of Alma. Updates have been completed for you. To view this property please call Debbie Kurt.

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SERVICE PROS AUTOMOTIVE

AUTOMOTIVE

THOMPSON’S

Auto Tech Inc. Providing the latest technology to repair your vehicle with accuracy and confidence.

21 HOWARD AVE., ELMIRA (Behind the old Trylon Building)

BICYCLES

20

With an expert spring tune up $

parts extra

5 from each

$

tune up goes to “Fit for the Future” fundraiser campaign.

AUTO CLINIC 21 Industrial Dr. Elmira

519-669-7652

STORE HOURS: M-F: 7-8, SAT 8-6, SUN 12-5

“ The Small Business Advantage”

Advantage bookkeeping

• Personal Tax Returns • Accounts Receivable/Payable • Complete Payroll Services • PST • GST • Reconciliations, Commissions, Year End, Etc. • New Business Start-Ups • On-Site Service Available

208 Arthur St. S. advantagebookkeeping@rogers.com

519.210.0191

CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS

CONCRETE

MARWIL CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION Residential & Agricultural Driveways • Sidewalks •Curbs Finished Floors • Retaining Walls • Short Walls

Call For An Estimate

Willis Martin Drayton, ON

519-638-2699

WEICKERT& MEIROWSKI Concrete Foundations Limited

YES... WE DO RESIDENTIAL WORK!

6982 Millbank Main St., Millbank 519-595-2053 • 519-664-2914

THE REAL DEAL P L A C E S O F FA I T H

AUTOMOTIVE

RUDOW’S CARSTAR COLLISION CENTRE 24 Hour Accident Assistance

101 Bonnie Crescent, Elmira, ON N3B 3G2

automotive

AUTOMOTIVE

LOCAL CHURCH

Body Maintenance

WHERE TIRES

RUDOW’S CARSTAR COLLISION CENTRE

SPECIALTY, NOT A SIDE LINE.

1-800-CARSTAR 519-669-3373

519-669-3373

AFTER HOURS

33 First Street, East Elmira, ON

33 First Street, East Elmira, ON

FAX: 519.669.3210

519.669.8917

GROSHAW BROS. CARPENTRY 519-669-5588 (cell) 519-897-6238

CONSTRUCTION

GENERAL CONTRACTING

commercial • industrial • Concrete removal & replacement • Siding work up to 66’ high

RR#1 Elmira

Farm • Auto • Truck Industrial • On-The-Farm Service

35 Howard Ave., Elmira

519-669-3232

AIRPORTS CHAUFFER SERVICES We will drive you and your party(ies) in YOUR CAR To the airport, return your car to your driveway and pick you up on your return.

Waterloo Int’l. $20.00 – Pearson $45.00 Hamilton - $35.00 Buffalo - $105.00 One – Way Trip Cost - Plus your gas Book early – avoid disappointment

519-590-3098 CUSTOM FRAMING

CRANE

CONSTRUCTION INC.

Marty Trapp

Call Us At

CHAUFFER SERVICE

Custom Homes • Cottages • Additions • Shingling + Siding

JOHN GROSHAW 7449 8th Line Drayton, ON

ARE A

at

519.669.8330

carpentry

22 Church St. W., Elmira

Tel: 519-669-5537

AUTOMOTIVE

Complete Collision Service

BOOKKEEPING

BICYCLE SALES & REPAIRS GET YOUR BICYCLES READY

EXPERT ADVICE | QUALITY SERVICES LOOK UP A PROFESSIONAL.

TIRE

Accredited Test & Repair Facility

519-669-4400

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•Pole Structures •Remodeling & restoration

519-846-9066 fax: 519-846-9319

ORTLIEB CRANE & Equipment Ltd. • 14 ton BoomTruck • 35 ton Mobile Crane

519-664-9999 ST. JACOBS

YOU NAME IT: WE FRAME IT! E L M I R A

PHOTO 57 Arthur St. S., Elmira

519-669-FILM

24 Hour Service 7 Days A Week

www.elmiraphoto.com

To place a Service Pros ad contact: ads@ObserverXtra.com or Call 519-669-5790

SERVICES DIRECTORY

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2009

HEARING ASSISTED

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE

NURSERY PROVIDED

SUNDAY SCHOOL

Welcome to

Calvary United St. Jacobs

building relationships with God, one another and the world

Upbeat Family Worship & Sunday School 10:00 am

Wheelchair accessible • Nursery Care provided • Hearing Assisted

Sunday, September 6, 2009 10:00 am Guest Speaker: Les Frey September 13th - Kick-Off Sunday!

200 Barnswallow Dr., Elmira • 519-669-1296 Check out our website www.woodsidechurch.ca

Trinity United Church ELMIRA

Minister: Summer Worship Rev. Dave Jagger June 28 - Sept. 6 10 a.m. at Trinity Sunday School During Worship

Visit our website at: www.wondercafe.ca 21 Arthur St., North • Church Office 519-669-5560 “Our mission is to love, learn and live by Christ’s teachings”

SUNDAYS, 8:30 & 11:00AM WEDNESDAYS, 7:00PM (with Childrens’ Programs) IMPACT YOUTH (GR 7-12): Fridays, 7:30pm TWENTY20 (GRADS & TWENTIES): Visit www.kcf.org/twenty20 for details

Pastors Steve & Beth Fleming

850 Sawmill Rd, Bloomingdale 744-7447 www.kcf.org

Sunday Sept. 6, 10:30am Life Lessons for the iPod Generation This week: iPray REACH WITH LOVE. TEACH THE TRUTH. SEND IN POWER. 290 Arthur St. South, Elmira • 519-669-3973 www.ElmiraAssembly.com (Across from Tim Horton’s)

“Fully engaged” in my walk with God Sundays @ 10:30am John Mahood PS

5 First St., Elmira • 519-669-1459 www.elmiracommunity.org

Bloomingdale Mennonite Church Sundays - 9:45 am Family Worship Service 11:00 am Sunday School for all ages

1151 Snyder’s Flat Rd., Bloomingdale • 519-745-2411 www.bloomingdalemennonite.com

48 Hawkesville Rd. • 519-664-2311

“Making Faith Live” Sunday Worship 9:30 am - 10:30am

2 First St., Elmira • 519-669-5030

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

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Can’t get rid of that tune? Maybe it’s a brainworm Music and the Brain.

Many of us are plugged into iPods, immersed in daylong concerts of our own choosing, and for everyone else, there’s nonstop and unavoidable music in bars, restaurants, shops and gyms. Much of it is designed to “hook” the listener with “sticky” music or “catchy” tunes that bore their way like an earwig into the ear or mind: Think of the wordless themes of “Mission: Impossible” or Beethoven’s “Fifth,” or Alka Seltzer’s ad “Plop, plop, fizz, fizz.”

Brainworms arrive unbidden, neurologically completely irresistible, and leave only in their own time.

Q. What’s the physical force that most determines where the baseball pitcher must aim his pitch? And what’s the point of the pitcher’s mound anyway?

A. Without the pitcher’s mound, the game would be plagued with pitches going into the dirt or bouncing off home plate, reports the National Baseball Hall of Fame. The force, of course, is grav-

ity, which tugs every pitch and batted ball downward at an acceleration of 9.8 metres (32 feet) per second per second.

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Smith’s initial search found an Al Peters in Knoxville, Tennessee, who turned out to be an insurance agent; then an Al Peters church member in Connecticut, who turned out to be a she; and others who were a pro-football cornerback, a Canadian wrestler, and the founder of a chain of dry cleaners in Hawaii.

“Nope, and nope, and nope.”

Smith kept Googling until uncovering a letter to the editor in a business magazine signed by one Al Peters, who had founded a computer company.

Bingo! From there, he turned to the phone book, one of the oldest tools in the journalistic trade, in this case Google’s voluminous edition. Reached at his home, Peters was only too happy to chat, revealing that he was indeed the company founder in question and that at age 80, he was still busy writing, bicycling, skiing. As the magazine concludes, “Google didn’t turn up those details. For some things, you still do need a phone.”

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What’s behind today’s epidemic of such “brainworms”?

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SEPTEMBER 7

 Wellesley and District Lions Club Annual Fishing Derby at the Albert Erb Conservation area at the Wellesley Pond; $5 fee per angler, catch-and-release policy in force. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., derby underway by 9 a.m., concluding by noon. Lunch booth on site, prize table, cash will be awarded for tagged fish, and trophies will be awarded in five categories. For more information please contact Chris Larochelle at 519-656-2716 or e-mail chrisandlaurie@cwisp.ca.  2009 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.

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SEPTEMBER 10

 World Suicide Prevention Day, Victoria Park Pavilion, 80 Schneider Ave., Kitchener, beginning at 4 p.m. with a meeting, 6 p.m. Service to remember and butterfly release, 7 p.m. moderated panel discussion. These events are free of charge; everyone welcome, light refreshments provided. For information call the WRSPC voicemail at 519-744-7945, ext. 310.

SEPTEMBER 11

 Hillbilly Dance – DJ Gary Cooper; $8/person or $15/couple. Royal Canadian Legion, 11 First St. E., Elmira at 8 p.m. Tickets sold in advance of event.

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 Fundraising BBQ presented by St. Clements Rec. Board. Bake sale and coffee 8-11 a.m., BBQ 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at St. Clements arena. For more information, call Deb Harte at 519-699-4732 or Trevor Hehn at 519-699-5792.  S.S. #3 Peel School Reunion. 1 p.m. - ?? held at the farm of Carl & Carolyn Israel, 7874 4th Line, Mapleton Township (former Peel Township) just west of the old #3 school house which is now a house. Bring lawnchairs, school mementos, food for potluck supper and your own cold drink. Coffee, water and tea provided.

Potluck supper at 4:30 p.m. Free-will offering to help defray costs (any amount above expenses will be given to local charity). Come rain or shine!  Free Family Fun Day at Linwood Branch Library. Drop in from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Music With Brian will perform at 10:30 a.m. Gift bags, family reading corner, new mural, local displays and more! For more information, call the library at 519698-2700.

SEPTEMBER 13

 We would like to invite you to a special musical service featuring Hank and Janet Sonnenberg. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 1046 Gordon Hain Street, Linwood – 10:30 a.m. Lunch to follow.

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 Lunch at Gale Presbyterian Church from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Menu: meatloaf, mashed potatoes, salad, roll, dessert, beverage; $9 per person. Everyone welcome, wheelchair accessible, takeouts available.

BOEGEL, Olga Marie (nee Bauer)

Passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Thursday, August 27, 2009 in her 97th year. Olga was the loving wife of Philip Henry Boegel (2005) for 65 years; Beloved mother of Karen Reinhardt (Dr. David) of WaWonderful Wines terloo, Patricia Ernewein (Larry) of Howdenvale, ON, Mary Ellen Squires (Carl) of Port Elgin and Joanne Boegel (Peter) of Kitchener. Dear grandmother of Lee Ann Reinhardt, Chris Reinhardt, Kirsten Raithby, Jeff Ernewein, Lori Merlihan, Denise Acton, Patrick Squires, Carla Young and Andrew Squires. GreatGrandmother of Elyse and Wesley Reinhardt, Lauren Raithby, Joshua Ernewein, Cassandra, Nicole and Colin Merlihan, Alyson and Taylor Acton, Nollan Squires and Logan Young. Survived by sister Dorothy Mannion of Cambridge and sister-in-law, Beatrice Paleczny of Waterloo.

Olga was a longtime member of ST. Anne’s RC Church.

In her early years she enjoyed badminton and bowling; loved to travel with Phil and was active in the family business, Boegel Apliances.

Services were held Saturday August 29, 2009.

DOSMAN, Walter Joseph

HOLMANS, John Edward

Of Wingham and formerly of RR2, Teeswater passed away at Wingham & District Hospital on Monday, August 31, 2009, in his 93rd year.

Local Relatives are son Don Dosman and his wife Phyllis of Elmira.

Aged 58, passed away suddenly, August 29, 2009 at his home in Wellesley.

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