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rand River Transit buses will be a permanent fixture in the township if the majority of Woolwich councillors have their way.

In a split decision this week, they voted in favour of keeping route 21 in operation.

Their recommendation will be taken into account when Waterloo Region council decides the fate of the route, likely early in the fall.

Three councillors backed continuing the route, while two opposed it based on cost, which will be picked up by every taxpayer despite the fact the service is used by relatively few, and only in Elmira and St. Jacobs.

he budget process is just getting underway, but Woolwich residents are already facing a 2.5 per cent property tax hike in 2012, the target figure approved this week by township council. There’s also a provision for an additional one to three per cent increase to fund infrastructure projects.

The increases were part of a budget development framework discussed at a committee-of-the-whole meeting Aug. 30. The targets also include maintaining the existing service levels, though council is looking for staff to find cost savings of five per cent across all departments.

In proposing to boost taxes by 2.5 per cent, director of finance Richard Petherick noted inflation is expected to run at about that level through 2012. The township is already committed to increase wages, which make up more than half of

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Youth centre’s future stabilized thanks to grant Astley Family Foundation pledges $75,000 to help keep the centre operational

It’s business as usual for three Breslau homeowners with properties encroaching on township land.

Unwilling to sell the land or enter into a formal agreement, Woolwich councillors this week told the residents to keep doing what they have been doing: tending to the grass and beautifying the area with plantings.

The owners of 304, 308 and 312 Townsend Drive in the new Hopewell Heights subdivision had requested to buy the land, which forms an irregularlyshaped buffer between those three neighbouring properties and the trail that runs behind the homes. Worried about erosion of the hill and access for drainage maintenance, the township opposed an outright sale. Encroachment agreements like those reached elsewhere would likely require legal and engineering costs to be picked up by the homeowners, according the same arrangement they now have for free.

In the end, councillors meeting Tuesday night opted to do nothing, allowing all three to continue to use and care fore the land as if it were their own.

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he youth centre at the Woolwich Memorial Centre in Elmira received some much needed funding this week from the Astley Family Foundation.

The organization has pledged $75,000 to the centre over the next five years.

Executive director Jennifer Astley-Kinsey said the foundation supports innovative projects in the Waterloo Region that encourage personal development of troubled youth and aid in the prevention of destructive behaviours.

“Our mission is to help youth, primarily disadvantaged youth, to help them reach their potential and we thought the youth centre is helping them do that,” said Astley-Kinsey. “We were given a tour of the centre – it is a beautiful space and a wonderful place for youth to be and hang out.”

The foundation came to be when all four founding members discovered they shared a passion for helping young people realize their potential. They also believed that there were

FOR THE KIDS Kelly Christie (left) and Don Harloff receive a donation for the youth centre from Astley Foundation executive director Jennifer Astley-Kinsey on Aug.31.

“The youth centre has alrelatively few funders for munity Services (WCS), and worthy programs serving Kelly Christie, director of ways been underfunded and youth. community support, with we have always looked to Astley-Kinsley presented the first installment of the someone who can stabilize Don Harloff, executive di- funding agreement at the > SEE GRANT ON PG. 09 rector of Woolwich Com- WCS offices on Aug. 31.

Taxes: Township will be looking for public input > CONTINUED FROM COVER expenses, by 1.5 to three per cent. The proposed hike would add approximately $15 to the tax bill of an average home assessed at $254,000.

He forecasts growth in assessment – revenue from new construction that broadens the tax base – to be lower in 2012 than it has been in recent years. At 1.8 per cent, that would mean additional tax revenues of $129,000. This year, by comparison, the rate was 2.87 per cent ($195,443), while in 2010 it was 3.72 per cent ($234,437). While the economic conditions come into play, part of the reason

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for drop in assessment is a province-wide reassessment of golf course properties, which likely means a $60,000 to $70,000 drop in revenues for the township.

Much of the revenue from assessment growth is earmarked for paying longterm borrowing costs.

Mayor Todd Cowan, who earlier this year called on staff to find savings of five per cent, said he would like to see some real figures when budget numbers are discussed in more detail in the fall.

Though he approved the framework, Coun. Allan Poffenroth noted the report focused only on tax increases, not cuts, despite the cost-

savings directive.

“It seems we’re being primed for an increase in 2012.”

Councillors seemed a little more agreeable, however, to the idea of a special levy to raise funds for infrastructure projects such as roads and bridges.

Like all other municipalities, Woolwich is dealing with aging infrastructure and a large shortfall in the cash available to fix it. The township estimates it will need to spend $68 million over the next 10 years simply to keep up with road maintenance. Another $7.5 million is necessary over that period to repair bridges and culverts.

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Petherick proposed a special levy for five years, 2012 to 2016. At one per cent, the program would bring in $72,000 in the first year, ramping up to $1.1 million by 2016. At three per cent, the figures would $215,000 and $3.7 million respectively.

“I don’t think the public will have a problem with the one per cent [levy] as long as the other tax increases are low enough,” suggested Coun. Bonnie Bryant.

Before budget numbers are deliberated in any detail, the public will get to have its say on the matter.

Pre-budget consultations are to be arranged early on in the process.

Add two more projects to the list of road construction in Woolwich Township: a stretch of Reid Woods Drive north of Elmira and a portion of King Street in St. Jacobs.

Meeting this week, council awarded a $505,000 contract to The Murray Group to carry out the paving work.

The job will see new asphalt applied to King Street North from Sawmill Road to a point 1,200 metres to the north. On Reid Woods Drive, there will be new pavement between Arthur Street and Floradale Road.

> Gearing up for the snowfalls ahead It’s barely September, but Woolwich council was in winter mode this week, approving the purchase of two new vehicles to deal with snowy roads.

The township will spend $192,000 with Larochelle Equipment Inc. for a new single-axel snowplow/sander truck. Ordered to replace an 11-year old truck, the new vehicle is better suited to working in Elmira, where its maneuverability will help with getting around obstacles such as parked cars.

Also on order is a new loader used to fill sanders at the Howard Avenue transfer station. Previously, the township shared the cost of a rental unit with Waterloo Region, but the region is no longer using the Woolwich salt dome for supplies, leaving the township to make its own arrangements. To that end, council voted to spend $134,000 with Strongco Corporation for a rubber-tired loader equipped with a snowplow of its own.

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Long list of bikes await rightful owners at Elmira station August 25 >>2:30 AM | Police received a

call about a break-and-enter at Canadian Construction Controls Ltd. on Woolwich Street, near Menno Street in Breslau. Suspects entered the compound and went through trailers and storage containers, taking tools to the sum of $15,400. The police found no forced entry and are continuing to investigate.

>>5:30 PM | An apartment

on Church Street in Elmira was broken into when a new tenant moved in leaving a window open after painting.

The suspects cut the screen to the window and took 10 Play Station 2 games worth $300.

The investigation continues.

>>10:50 PM | Police received

a call about two suspicious persons wandering around John Mahood Public School in Elmira. The suspects were described as teenage boys on bicycles trying to open car doors in the parking lot.

One teen was described as heavyset with a white shirt,

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the other one as lean and wearing dark clothing. When police arrived they found no one at the scene.

August 26 >>8:15 AM | A 34-year-old

Waterloo woman driving a black 2002 Pontiac on Shantz Station Road near Hopewell Creek Road in Breslau lost control of her vehicle at the bend and hit a hydro pole.

Police had to close the road for several hours as Waterloo North Hydro fixed the pole and removed the wires that were lying along the road.

The woman was charged with ‘driving outside of marked lane.’ No injuries were reported, but the vehicle

cludes, a black and silver Supercycle mountain bike; a black CY Tech mountain bike; a yellow Menace mountain bike; a ladies blue and white Xranked bike; a purple ladies Schwinn Sidewinder bike; and a pink Glider 2K scooter. sustained major damages.

>>10:25 AM | A theft from

a vehicle was reported on Maple Leaf Street in Wellesley.

The locks to the vehicle were jammed with pliers and a Pioneer car stereo worth $250 was taken, as well as an amplifier, a bass and an air rifle. Three young suspects had been seen by witnesses in the area. Police continue to investigate.

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August 27 >>1:45 AM | Police were called

to a Woolwich Street address in Breslau about a 24-yearold male who was brandishing scissors and fighting with one of the residents. When police arrived, the man was arrested.

During the arrest, an officer was injured and required medical treatment at hospital.

The suspect was transported to hospital due to his erratic behavior and treated. The accused is being held for a show-cause hearing and faces charges of aggravated assault, aggravated assault on a peace officer, two counts of assault with a weapon, two counts of uttering death threats and three counts of

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Cambridge man lost control of his 2003 Ford on Fountain Street in Breslau, sliding into a ditch and hitting a tree stump. The driver was charged with driving while suspended and his driver’s license was suspended a further three days for having alcohol in his system. No injuries were reported. The vehicle sustained severe damages.

>>12:30 PM | A 27-year-old

Kitchener woman driving a white 2009 Hyundai hit a 58-year-old woman from Newton driving a 2004 silver Dodge on Henry Street in St. Jacobs. The Kitchener woman pulled out onto the street without checking for on coming traffic and was charged with ‘failure to yield.’

Minor injuries were reported and both vehicles sustained

man contacted police about an online fraud. The man had been using an internet dating site and was in contact with a woman from Nigeria. The woman asked the man to send her $1,800 for a ticket to Canada. The man sent the funds through Western Union, who was able to stop payment on the transaction after being contacted by the Nigerian fraud unit.

August 30 >>8:05 AM | A 30-year-old

Conestoga woman lost control of her silver 2000 Honda Civic on Manser Road near William Hasting Road in Wellesley after accelerating on the washboard surface. The Civic veered off the road and into a ditch. No injuries were reported and no charges were laid.

Bus: Final decision on fate of route to be decided at region in the fall > CONTINUED FROM PG. COVER If the bus route is approved, Woolwich will be on the hook for $450,000 a year. The expense would require a 2.6-per-cent increase on the regional portion of property tax bills, adding $38.15 a year to the average residential property valued at $254,000.

Ward 3 Coun. Bonnie Bryant objected to the costs being shared because her constituents don’t benefit from the service, even if they wanted to use the bus. Instead, they’re facing yet another tax increase, as well as large water and sewer rate hikes and a forecasted 2.5-per-cent increase in property taxes.

“Residents of my ward are very unhappy with the increase.

They’re not happy with paying for a service they don’t use,” she said.

She was joined in opposition by Coun. Allan Poffenroth, who said he was troubled by the fact taxpayers would be covering 75 per cent of the cost, with riders paying only 25 per cent. He suggested doubling the rates so that users paid at least half of the cost.

Regional figures show the average cost of a ride is $10, of which the rider pays $2.50.

But the region’s director of transportation planning, on hand for Tuesday night’s meeting, said the 25 per cent figure is normal for a new route. Graham Vincent added he expects the percentage to increase as ridership grows. The

GRT route average is 37 per cent.

Ridership numbers are trending upwards, said Erica Springate, principal planner (transit) with the region.

The minimum service standard is 25 boardings per hour. Route 21 is currently at 23, with peaks above that at certain times of the year, she said.

“We keep seeing ridership growth on this route.”

Councillors also heard from several residents who spoke in favour of retaining the service, echoing comments from a public meeting held in June. Though few in number, supporters have been vocal about retaining the bus service, which has been operating as a pilot project since April 2009.

A survey undertaken by Woolwich economic development officer Laurel Davies Snyder found the benefits of public transit go beyond transportation, providing economic, social and recreational opportunities. A large number of riders take the bus to get to and from work, an economic benefit that helps people get to their jobs.

In a report to council this week, she recommended support for the bus route, citing those benefits.

The arguments in favour eventually swayed three of the council members – Mark Bauman, JulieAnne Herteis and Mayor Todd Cowan – though the issue will require formal ratification at next Tuesday’s meeting.

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here’s going to be a party in the ‘hood next Saturday (Sept. 10) as the Hampton Street Block Party celebrates its 10th year.

What started as a simple way for area residents to meet some more neighbours in their own community has blossomed into an annual party which sees upwards of 80 people attend, including some last year who made the trek all the way from western Canada back to Elmira just to be involved.

Event organizer Randy Smith said that over the past decade the party has helped those living on the block to not only meet their existing neighbours, but to welcome new residents into the community as well.

“We are a neighbourhood who really knows each other,” he said. “We can walk down the street and wave as we pass our neighbours sitting on their porch. And for young people of course when they see an old fart like me they can say ‘Hello Mr. Smith’ or ‘Hello Randy’ instead of me being a stranger who walks down the street every day.”

Residents of the block bring food and lawn chairs

to the backyards of 32 and 34 Hampton St., which share a large, unfenced backyard for a barbecue and a chance to have some laughs and catch up after a long summer, as well as a campfire, movie, and a 50/50 draw with the money going to a local group or charity.

This year they decided to give the money to the Youth Centre in Elmira.

“It’s not a lot of money,” admits Smith, “but it’s the point of recognizing how fortunate we are and hoping to be a role model for the kids, and it gives us a sense of well-being.”

Smith moved to the block from Toronto about 24 years ago with his wife to start a family, and said that they were looking for a smalltown environment to raise their children. He said Elmira fit the bill perfectly, and has a much different feel than the Toronto-area neighbourhood he was born and raised in.

“We feel like we’ve been a part of this community for a long time, and we’ve had a ball doing this every year.

This is our big day.”

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NEIGHBOURLY Residents of Hampton Street in Elmira are gearing up for their tenth annual block party next Saturday, including Joe and Karen Meissner (left), their son William, daughter Maria, and neighbour Joanne Ragula, who co-hosts the party in the backyard of her 34 Hampton St. home.

come and join them for the evening, and while Smith said he wants to keep the Block Party just for Hampton Street residents, he does suggest they come and speak with him about how they can get a similar event running in their own neighbourhood.

“We’re not trying to be exclusive,” he said, “[but] I

don’t want it to be misconstrued as an Elmira party because it doesn’t work well.

In this case I prefer to keep it for the block, but to use it as a model for other people.”

Smith, who works in addiction therapy and other issues, also said that the more we can engage a sense of community around us and get to know the people

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arents dropping off their children at Elmira’s John Mahood Public School next week will see a few changes along First Street.

With a growing student population and an increase in the number of parents driving their children to the school, traffic congestion has been building up over the years.

As a safety precaution measures have been taken by the Township of Woolwich, along with members of the Waterloo Region District School Board and John Mahood PS to achieve the safest route for children around the school.

“The congestion and parked cars near the school were to

blame for an incident last fall where a student riding a bike was struck by a car, and though the child was not seriously injured the cars parked on the street were blocking the vision of other motorists,” said Val Hummel, Woolwich’s deputy clerk.

Parents will notice changes have been made to two township-owned parking lots, the tennis court parking lot and the Gibson Park lot. Council passed a resolution last June directing staff to permanently close the west entrance of the tennis court parking lot with the intent to terminate the use of the lot as a pick-up and drop-off zone for students for the 2011-2012 school year.

The tennis court parking lot

located next to John Mahood is too small to handle all the traffic, so a new curb was built blocking the westerly entrance.

A barricade will be in place to warn drivers of the closure.

“The whole lot will be completely blocked off for the first couple of weeks of school until we have finished an education component with parents,” said Hummel.

Eventually, the lot will be reopened with limited parking reserved for people with disabilities and for users of the tennis courts.

Parents will be directed to the Gibson Park lot west of the school as it is now the designated drop-off and pick-up point for students.

“We have made changes to

the Gibson Park lot and have created a drop-off point for kids so they can get out of their family car walk to the sidewalk and walk straight to the school and never have to cross any paths of traffic,” Hummel explained.

Drivers will be encouraged to follow the arrows marked on the pavement around the lot in a circular pattern. At the northeast corner of the lot, a drop-off zone has been created for students.

There are 22 parking spaces in the lot for parents that need to go to the school.

The township scrapped plans opening up another driveway entrance to Gibson Park in favour of the new design of the lot at the park, along with efforts to educate parents on its use.

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• If you are unable to attend either date, registration forms and cheques MUST be received by Lisa Nadon at 139 Horseshoe Crescent, Breslau, ON N0B 1M0 by Monday, September 12th to ensure your spot in the program.

Please Note: During inclement weather, if the school boards have closed the schools, then the Breslau Recreation Association programs will be CANCELLED. School closures will be announced on 96.7 CHYM FM or 105.3 KOOL FM. Cancellations will also be posted on the Breslau Facebook page by 5:00 PM on the day of the cancellation. The Centre will be closed for Thanksgiving from Saturday, October 8th to Monday, October 10th.

ADULT PROGRAMS

• Adult Co-Ed Indoor Volleyball (Rec/Non-Competitive): Come out and join us for some fun. 6 on 6 traditional style game; self-officiated. Played at a premier sports facility ideal for volleyball, where the ceilings are high. Coordinator: Sherri Benki: H: (519)648-3467; C: (519)404-4760; sherribenki@hotmail.com.

Sundays, 5:00-10:00pm, Sept 18 - Dec 4, $50/individual OR $400/team of up to 8 players (12 games).

• Men’s Ball Hockey: Recreational ball hockey. Plastic blade sticks required.

Coordinator: Craig. (No program Oct. 6). Thursdays, 8:30-10:00pm, Sept 22 Nov 17, $35/8 wks • Men’s Basketball: Drop-in for a weekly game of pick-up basketball. Coordinator: Joe. Fridays, 7:45-9:30pm, Sept 23 - Nov 11, $5/wk; 8 wks • Photo Group: Share your passion for photography with like-minded individuals.

Share ideas on photo composition, tips on getting the right shot, information about post-processing your digital images. This group is facilitated by Patrick McDonald, whose background includes Photo Arts at Ryerson, Professional photography and he is currently a network, colour and application specialist with Xerox. Instructor: Patrick.

(No program Sept. 28). Wednesdays, 8:00-9:00pm, Sept 21 - Dec 14, $20/12 wks

YOUTH PROGRAMS

• Comic Book Art: Must have taken the Multi-Media Art class or had previous art experience. Instructor: Ana. (No program Sept. 29) Ages 6-12, Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm Sept 22 - Nov 17, $35/8 wks • Homework Buddies: Books and games designed to help kids get ahead with their homework. Kids will move through a selection of games and activities at their own pace and level. Kids are welcome to bring their reading books and logs from school as well as their homework books. Instructor: Taryn. (No program Sept. 26) JK-Grade 3, Mondays, 6:30-7:30pm, Sept 19 - Dec 5, FREE • Multi-Media Art: Come explore the amazing world of art with a variety of creative art supplies. Enhance your child’s creativity and self-expression through art. Instructor: Ana. (No program Sept. 29). Ages 5-8, Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm, Sept 22 - Nov 17, $35/8 wks • Youth Basketball: Learn the basic skills of basketball and enjoy a scrimmage at the end of each class. Instructor: Joe. Ages 6-8, Fridays, 6:30-7:30pm, Sept 23 - Nov 11, $35/8 wks • Youth Group: Come out and enjoy the fun, games, sports, snacks and an introduction to God. Host: Sam, Youth Pastor at BEMC. Grades 6-8, Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30pm, Sept 13 - Dec 6, FREE

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

• Instructed Playgroup: Instructor will lead children in a co-operative play group setting. Children will experience science experi-ments, make crafts, play games and participate in special themed days. Instructor: Jess. Ages 0-5, Fridays, 9:30-11:30am Sept 23 - Nov 11, $40/8 wks; per child • Preschool Storytime: The Region of Waterloo Library will be hosting Storytime throughout the Fall! The program is designed for 3-5 year olds but younger siblings/families are welcome. Instructor: Susan. Ages 3-5 (younger children welcome), Thursdays, 10:00-10:45am, Sept 29; Oct 20; Nov 24; Dec 8, FREE • Rhythm & Music: Come and find out how enjoyable it is to make and explore music with your child. We’ll have fun using both traditional pieces and some less known songs from around the world while we sing, dance and discover rhythm using instruments, movement and more. Space is limited. Instructor: Sasha. Parent & Child(ren) (Infants-Age 6) Thursdays, 12:00-12:45pm, Oct 13 - Dec 1, $60/8 wks; $40 for each additional child

FITNESS

• Bootcamp: Energize yourself in this high-energy interval training class. Intervals of cardio and strength training will help you achieve the results you’re after. Instructor: Deb. (No program Oct. 10). Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm, Sept 19 - Dec 12, $60/12 wks • Bootcamp: Energize yourself in this high-energy interval training class. Intervals of cardio and strength training will help you achieve the results you’re after. Instructor: Deb. (No program Oct. 6). Thursdays, 7:00-8:00pm, Sept. 22 - Dec 15, $60/12 wks • Core Abs: This 30 minute class is sure to strengthen your abdominals and lower back. A great core workout! All levels. Instructor: Deb. (No program Oct. 10).

Mondays, 7:00-7:30pm, Sept 19 - Dec 12, $30/12 wks • Core Abs: This 30 minute class is sure to strengthen your abdominals and lower back. A great core workout! All levels. Instructor: Deb. (No program Oct. 6).

Thursdays, 6:30-7:00pm, Sept 22 - Dec 15, $30/12 wks • Muscle: This class is a combination of Core and BLT. This fitness class has no cardio, but instead focuses on the BUTT, LEGS, and THIGHS, using a variety of exercises/resistance training. A portion of the class is also devoted to strengthening your abdominals and lower back. Instructor: Deb. (No program Oct. 8 & Nov. 26). Saturdays, 10:00-11:00am, Sept 24 - Dec 10, $60/12 wks

“It depends on what is going to work, its trial and error.

We are going to try this new approach in year one and it could work beautifully, but if it doesn’t we may have to go to the second access point in Gibson Park lot and try that out,” she said.

New signs have been raised along First Street to stop vehicles from parking or stopping on the north side of the street to ensure that students both on foot and bike can be seen by motorists.

Parents of children attending John Mahood PS will be receiving a letter and map explaining the new drop-off and pickup zones and are encouraged to call the township with any questions or concerns.

• Running: Learn To Run Club: A progressive learn-to-run training program including health and nutrition information sessions. Instructors: Lisa and Linda.

Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm, Sept 20 - Nov 22, $50/10 wks • Running: 5-10 Km Club: Stay motivated with this 5-10km training program that will keep you fit. Instructor: Denise. Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm, Sept 22 - Nov 24, $50/10 wks • Running: Open Run Club: Begin the weekend on the right foot. All runners welcome for this open run. Saturdays, 9:00-10:00am, Sept 24 - Nov 26, FREE • Pilates: Mat pilates is a unique form of exercise that emphasizes the balanced development of the body through core strength, flexibility and body awareness. Develop leaner, long muscles, improved balance and coordination with Pilates to become a fitter you. Instructor: Kellie. Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30pm, Sept 20 - Nov 8, $50/8 wks • Post-Natal Aerobics: This fitness class is designed with the new mom in mind.

Come meet other moms while exercising with your baby! Instructor: Lynda.

(No program Sept. 22). Tuesdays, 9:30-10:25am, Sept 27 - Nov 15, $40/8 wks • Step: Work it out and get your butt and legs in shape! Instructor: Sophie.

(No program Oct. 6). Thursdays, 5:00-6:00pm, Sept 22 - Nov 17, $40/8 wks • Sweat ‘N’ Sculpt: Elevate your heart rate as you tone and sculpt your muscles.

This class combines low impact aerobics with muscular conditioning to blast calories. Instructor: Deb. (No program Oct. 8 & Nov. 26). Saturdays, 9:00-10:00am, Sept 24- Dec 10, $60/10 wks • Tai-Chi And 15 Minutes To Health (Level I): This class focuses on short and easy to learn exercises, empowering everyone to develop a rewarding 15 minutes daily program for health and stress relief. The core principles of the “15 Minutes to Health” program are detailed out and ap-plied to Qigong, meridian stretching, and Tai-Chi. No prior fitness or Tai-Chi experience required. More information at: www.LeShiatsu.com. Instructor: Patricia. Note: 10 week program; beginning Sept. 21. Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00pm, Sept 21 - Nov 23, $75/10 wks • Tai-Chi And 15 Minutes To Health (Level II, Part A): Intermediate students will learn the most practiced Tai-Chi form in the world: the Yang style 24 postures form.

The first half of the form will be detailed out, while the entire form will be covered for a general overview. The instruction style remains the same: enjoyable warm-up exercises, Qigong, drills to break down key principles, and lots of practice. Preferably for people who attended Level I a couple of times or more, however beginners are also welcome at any time. More information at: www.LeShiatsu.com. Instructor: Patricia. Note: 10 week program; beginning Sept 21. Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm, Sept 21 - Nov 23, $75/10 wks • Yoga: Beginner’s Class: In this introductory class you will explore the basic foundation, alignment and stability elements of yoga asana. Instruction in awareness and the breath will also allow you to explore the mind/body connection that is integral to this practice.

Please wear clothing that is comfortable enough for you to move freely in. Instructor: Peggy. Wednesdays, 7:30-8:45pm, Sept 21 - Nov 9, $60/8 wks • Yoga: Level 1 Class: Prerequisite: previous yoga experience required. Continuing with the blend of the alignment principle of Iyengar Yoga with the flow and vigour of Ashtanga Yoga, we will explore further refinements of familiar poses, as well as opening to experience new ones. You will gain a deeper understanding of the mechanics of yoga poses, get sweaty, work hard and have fun! Instructor: Peggy.

Wednesdays, 6:00-7:15pm, Sept 21 - Nov 9, $60/8 wks • Zumba: Get your heart rate up and have some fun in this aerobic class inspired by Latin rhythms. Instructor: Sophia. (No program Oct. 10). Mondays, 6:00-6:50pm, Sept 19 - Nov 14, $45/8 wks • Zumba Gold: This introductory Zumba class is designed for beginners and seniors. Move to the Latin beat while you burn calories, stay active and have fun! Instructor: Lynda. (No program Sept. 22). Tuesdays, 10:35-11:30am, Sept 27 - Nov 15, $45/8 wks Note: For all fitness classes, please download the Par-Q form from Breslau.org and bring the completed form to your first class (unless you handed in the form during the Winter or Spring sessions). If you handed the form in during the Winter session but your health has changed, you also need to hand in an updated Par-Q form. Thank you!

PROGRAM “DEMO DAY!”

The B.R.A. will be hosting a program demonstration day on Thursday, September 8th from 6:00-8:00 pm for residents to come and speak with instructors to learn more about the different programs being offered this Fall. Fitness instructors will also be providing a 10 minute demonstration of their classes.

Check Breslau.org for a schedule of events closer to the date.

Registration for all Fall programs will be on Saturday, Sep. 10th, 9:30-11:00 am and Monday, Sep. 12th, 6:30-8:00 pm.

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Fall BBQ an annual fixture for Elmira Lions James Jackson

GRILLIN’ TIME Lions members John Jongerius (left) and Wayne Litt are ready for the 21st annual Lions beef and pork barbecue later this month.

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» JAMES JACKSON

I

t must be September in Elmira, as the local Lions Club has been busy making the final preparations for their annual beef and pork barbecue and dance.

This year’s event is the 21st in its long history, and will be held Sept. 24 at Lions Hall.

For just $20, diners can enjoy all-you-can-eat wood-fired pork or beef, coleslaw, scalloped potatoes and an assortment of pies.

“It’s kind of like a reunion party for a lot of people,” said Lions member John Jongerius of the event’s longstanding tradition. “Sometimes you only see certain people once a year and a lot of the locals have just made it a part of their year.”

The barbecue, the Lions’ main fall fundraiser, is truly a local endeavour, as all the money raised goes back into their projects throughout the com-

munity, ranging from the upkeep of Lions Park and Lions Hall to the maintenance and grooming of local trails, Memorial Forest, and the continuation of local youth sports and activities.

Even the food is all locally prepared, and the meat is provided by Joe Martin from the Elmira Meat Market.

“He’s been a huge supporter for us,” said Jongerius. “He gives us

a great deal on the meat and supplies a great selection of knives.”

Jongerius expects somewhere between 400 and 500 people at this years event, but said the group doesn’t worry about having too much food, because any leftovers are delivered to the House of Friendship in Kitchener, which every year serves more than

> SEE LIONS ON PG. 09

ABOUT FACE

ARIEL JOY DERNESCH, Olde Tyme Kettle Kitchen What do you like best about working a candy store?

I love cooking, I have since I was 12 years old, and I’ve never been happier. I get to work with kids and candy all day.

What are some of the most popular items you sell right now?

The number one favourite would have to be the caramel and candy apples. Another big one is the peanut butter popcorn. People like the old stuff like what they got from their parents and grandparents, it takes them back to when they were a kid.

What do you make here in the

store?

I get to make chocolates, cotton candy, fudge, a lot of different stuff.

Any plans for this long weekend?

I think I’m working, but other than that I play guitar and am working on a painting.

Either that, or sleeping.

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Reading and writing numbers up in provincial testing But EQAO figures show math scores continue to lag, requiring more attention James Jackson

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n Monday morning, just over a week before the start of another school year, the Education Quality and Accountability Office released the highlights of student achievement on its provincial EQAO testing, and while big gains have been made in reading and writing, math scores continue to stagnate.

The standardized test is administered province-wide every June to Grade 3 and 6 students for reading, writing and math, while Grade 9 students are tested on applied and academic-level math.

In the past five years, the number of Grade 3 reading at or above the provincial standard has risen from 62 per cent in 2007 to 65 per

cent this past year, and the number of Grade 6 students achieving those same results rose from 64 per cent in 2007 to 74 per cent this year.

Writing scores are also up among those students, from 64 per cent in 2007 for Grade 3s to 73 per cent now, and up from 61 per cent for Grade 6 students in 2007 to 73 per cent.

Math scores in the primary levels, however, continue to lag and that has some educators concerned. The past five years has seen no change in the percentage of Grade 3 math scores meeting or exceeding the provincial standard (58 per cent), while the number of students in Grade 6 meeting or exceeding has shown a steady regression in the past few years as the standard fell to 58 per cent

this year compared to 59 per cent in 2007 and 61 per cent last year.

These poor math results points out a glaring issue that will require continued attention from Ontario’s school system, the group reported.

“This should be a call to action for the education system as a whole,” said Dr. Brian Desbiens, chair of the EQAO’s board of directors.

“It is clear from the gains in literacy that much can be accomplished through focused attention and interventions […] This attention must now be applied to improving math achievement.”

In Grade 9 level math courses, students in both the academic and applied stream continue to make consistent gains. Over the past five

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years, the percentage of students at or above the provincial standard rose from 71 per cent to 83 per cent in the academic courses, and from 35 per cent to 42 per cent in the applied courses.

EQAO continues to track the progress of students in math throughout the three provincial tests, and this year examined the group of students who advanced from Grade 3 in 2005 to Grade 6 in 2008 and to Grade 9 in 2011.

Their analysis showed that students who met the provincial average early in their schooling were mostly likely to maintain that high achievement through to high school. For example, of the nearly 57,000 students enrolled in Grade 9 academic math courses in 2011 who met the standard

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in both Grade 3 and 6, 92 per cent also met the standard in Grade 9.

“Ontario’s province-wide tests […] provide a valuable measure of the effectiveness of public education and identify benchmarks for improvement,” said Marguerite Jackson, the CEO of EQAO. “Our tracking analysis shows a clear link between success in elementary schools and success in later grades.”

On Sept. 14 the results for each school board and individual school across Ontario will be made available, and schools will then be allowed to publicly discuss their results.

All information will be available on the EQAO website once it is made public, www.eqao.com.

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Grant: Keeping the doors open > CONTINUED FROM PG. 03

PRESENTS

ELMIRA THEATRE COMPANY

our funding over a period of time for us. We are extremely grateful to the Astley Foundation for being able to do that for us over the next five years,” said Harloff. “It is an enormous value to us.”

The funds will go into the day-to-day operation of the program, giving organizers an opportunity to seek out further funding and the chance to offer a stable program.

“We have two paid staff and the dollars will go to the operation

of the centre, whether that is staffing, program costs, rent, up keep and new supplies,” said Harloff.

Staff at the centre is there to supervise and make sure the centre is a safe environment.

They also run a youth council to provide the monthly program and discuss youth issues with anyone from the centre whether it is sexuality, suicide, jobs or school.

The youth centre runs Tuesdays to Fridays and will be operating on school hours starting next week,

with students encouraged to attend between the hours of 3 p.m. until 10 p.m.

The centre is open to young people in Grade 6 to age 19 living in Woolwich and the northern part of Wellesley.

“The center has been operational now for 10 years,” said Christie.

“We are tremendously grateful to the Astley Foundation for their support over the next five years and have a lot of kids that will be benefitting from the donation. They are worth it.”

Lions: BBQ is major fall fundraiser > CONTINUED FROM PG. 07 42,000 people in Waterloo Region and provides residential, family and community services.

If the great food and good company isn’t enough to send you home satisfied, there is also a wide variety of raffle prizes to be won.

The Elmira Lions 21st annual beef and pork barbecue starts at 5 p.m. with cocktails. Dinner is served at 7 at Lions Hall, 40 South St. W. in Elmira. Music will be provided by DJ Rod Martin.

For tickets contact any Elmira Lions member, email lionsbeefandpork@ gmail.com or call 669-5484.

NOTICE OF COMPLETION Biosolids Master Plan Update

By Robin Hawdon

The Region has updated the 2003 Biosolids Master Plan in light of recent growth in the Region, changes to the regulatory environment, climate change, and adoption of the Region’s new Environmental Sustainability Strategy. The objectives of the Biosolids Master Plan Update were to help the Region assess the status of its biosolids treatment, management, and disposal facilities; and reconfirm or develop a preferred biosolids management strategy, to the year 2041, that is environmentally sustainable, economically viable, and that can be maintained over the long term.

The Region of Waterloo has prepared the Master Plan following Phases 1 and 2 of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment.

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Based on the study findings and input from the technical agencies, the public, and stakeholder groups, the recommended Biosolids Management strategy includes the following components:

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- Construction of a heat drying facility to process the Region’s dewatered biosolids to meet the requirements for a Class A biosolids product that can be land applied, marketed as a fertilizer, or used as renewable fuel; - Upgrades to the aerobic digestion system at the Ayr Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) to produce Class A biosolids that can be land applied or marketed as a fertilizer.

The Ayr WWTP will process biosolids from Ayr, New Hamburg and Hespeler WWTPs; and - Implementation of Cogeneration/Combined Heat Power (CHP) facilities at the Waterloo, Kitchener, and Galt WWTPs to generate heat/electricity from WWTP biogas.

The recommended Master Plan incorporates the comments received from the public and agencies during the course of the study. While the Master Plan addresses need and justification at a broad level, more detailed studies for a number of the projects included in the Master Plan will be done at a later date following the Municipal Class EA process.

The Master Plan is available for review at the following website or at the locations indicated below between August 29, 2011 and September 27, 2011: http://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/aboutTheEnvironment/biosolidsmasterplan.asp

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RSVP to Woolwich Community Health Centre, 519-664-3794, before September 9, 2011.

Charitable donations to Woolwich Hospice appreciated.

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Woolwich Hospice: A community based volunteer program whose mission it is to contribute to the holistic support, physical, emotional and spiritual, of individuals, and their families, struggling with a life threatening illness.

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Township of North Dumfries 1171 Greenfield Road, RR#4 Cambridge, ON N1R 5S5

Township of Wellesley 4639 Lobsinger Line RR#1 St. Clements, ON N0B 2M0

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Township of Woolwich 24 Church Street West Elmira, ON N3B 2Z6 For additional information, please contact: José Bicudo Senior Project Engineer, Water Services Region of Waterloo 150 Frederick Street, 7th Floor Kitchener, ON N2G 4J3 Phone: 519-575-4757, X3416 Fax: 519-575-4452 E-mail: JBicudo@regionofwaterloo.ca

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Please forward any comments to the study contacts by September 27, 2011.

This notice issued August 26, 2011.

All comments and information received from individuals, stakeholder groups and agencies regarding this project are being collected to assist the Region of Waterloo in making a decision.

Under the Municipal Act, personal information such as name, address, telephone number, and property location that may be included in a submission becomes part of the public record.

Questions regarding the collection of this information should be referred to José Bicudo.

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OPINION

» Saturday, September 03, 2011

I can’t believe we still get door-to-door mail service in Canada.

I’m all in favour of installing a super mailbox on our street.

Marc Bernard letter on page 12

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e’ve seen this process time and again since September 2001, where the Canadian and U.S. business sectors come up with a plan for the border and the government is asked to implement it. These business lobbyists are looking for profits. They’re not looking out for our privacy or real security.

> Council of Canadians chair Maude Barlow takes aim at the proposed perimeter security and regulatory harmonization pacts with the U.S.

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ntario’s system of financing higher education has become more regressive. In 1990, a middle-income family in Ontario could earn the equivalent of four years of tuition fees in 87 days; it will take 195 days in 2011. The situation is even more dire for low income families, who are looking at the equivalent of two years of income for four years of tuition fees.

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EDITORIAL

Event a way to satisfy our taste for local food

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oodies will be descending on St. Jacobs Sept. 18, sampling a variety of appetizers prepared by some of the area’s finest chefs.

More than just a chance to try something tasty, the eighth annual Taste Local! Taste Fresh! event will showcase food grown in the area.

This year’s event in Riverside Meadow’s Park will feature chef/ farmer pairings offering participants an opportunity to sample new recipes featuring local foods and farm-fresh products.

On the whole, we’re increasingly conscious about the quality of food we buy for ourselves and our families. We’re also more aware of what it costs the environment to have food transported thousands of kilometres to appear at local grocery stores. Then there’s the direct cost: soaring fuel prices have

been reflected in what we pay at the checkout counter, not to mention the biofuels debate and the impact on grain prices.

As well, we know farmers are under incredible financial pressures, and that even when retail prices climb, that doesn’t always translate into more cash for producers.

The more chances farmers have to sell directly to consumers or to reduce the number of middlemen, the greater their share of the food dollar, which is traditionally small.

That’s precisely the rationale for Foodlink’s Buy Local! Buy Fresh! campaign. Buying local food, often directly from the farmer, provides a number of benefits, from fresher produce to supporting the region’s economy and its farm community, the importance of which can be seen daily in Woolwich and Wellesley townships.

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There is also a major environmental upside to local food. Much of our food travels very long distances before it reaches our tables.

In fact, imports of 58 commonly eaten foods travel an average of 4,497 kilometres to Waterloo Region, says a study compiled by the public health department. These imports account for 51,709 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions annually, contributing to climate change and declining air quality.

Since all of the studied food items could be grown or raised in Waterloo Region, a significant opportunity exists to reduce our contribution to global climate change and air pollution by replacing imports of the studied food items with food items sourced from Waterloo Region or south-western Ontario. Replacing all the studied food items with products of South-

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western Ontario would produce an annual reduction in GHG emissions of 49,485 tonnes, equivalent to taking 16,191 cars off our roads, the department reports.

While we may see the value of these concepts, there’s no better motivator than first-hand experience. With Taste Local! Taste Fresh!, we get a chance to see and taste what can be done with local fare, getting tips from the chefs and meeting the farmers who grow the food. In that way, buying local becomes more personal.

For those who live in the region’s cities, this event and Foodlink’s campaigns are a chance to see what goes on just outside the city limits. For those who live in the rural areas, they serve as a reminder of the connection between the land and our food even as urbanization continues.

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Islamic extremists a very local problem in Nigeria O

n Sunday Nigeria’s president, Goodluck Jonathan, visited the scene of last week’s bombing at the United Nations office in Abuja, the capital, and said the sort of things that presidents must say on such occasions. Since the UN was involved, he said that it had been not just an attack on Nigeria, but on the whole international community. But then he said that the group behind the blast, Boko Haram, was a “local problem” that would be dealt with.

So which is it? An attack on the whole international community, or just a local problem? The answer is important, especially for Nigeria itself.

“Attacks on the international community” are basically meaningless.

What is the international community going to do? Surrender? But attacks on Nigeria’s unity, though just a “local problem,” are a very serious threat to Africa’s biggest country.

The miracle is that the 150 million Nigerians still live in the same country at all. Nigeria fought a bloody civil war to stop the secession of the southeast region, the main source of the country’s oil riches, only seven years after getting its independence in 1960.

That war was triggered by a military coup by military officers from the Muslim north of the country which inaugurated a period of three decades in which Nigeria’s rulers were mostly Muslim generals from the north. The north is much poorer than the Christian south, but the generals ended up very rich.

Democracy returned to Nigeria only in the past decade, and the unwritten deal was that the presidency would alternate between Muslim leaders from the north and Christian politicians from the south. It made sense for

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International Affairs GWYNNE DYER a country split almost exactly between Christians and Muslims, but the deal depended on the traditional feudal rulers of the north retaining their influence over the Muslim community.

However, that has been eroding for decades.

The sheikhs’ main strategy for stopping the rot was to emphasize their religious role, and religion in general: around 2000, 12 Muslim-majority states of Nigeria adopted Sharia law, even though some contain large Christian minorities. The strategy did not halt the decline of the sheikhs’ power, but it certainly created an environment in which Islamist extremists could prosper.

Boko Haram was founded in Maiduguri in 2002 by Mohammed Yusuf, a radical local cleric. He preached that Muslims should shun all aspects of “Western” society, including secular education and democracy, and live in strict conformity with the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.

The sect that he created advocated jihad against Nigeria’s rulers, and by 2009 Boko Haram had grown so popular that the Maiduguri state government sent the police to attack Mohammed Yusuf ’s mosque and compound.

His followers fought back, and hundreds were killed in street battles. Mohammed Yusuf himself was captured by the Nigerian army, and subsequently murdered by the police.

That did not put an end to Boko

Haram (the name roughly translates as “Western education is forbidden”).

New leaders emerged, and its local support soared. The terrorist attacks began shortly afterwards, at first in Maiduguri and neighbouring states, but by last December they reached the national capital.

Since then the violence has escalated rapidly, with a bomb at national police headquarters in Abuja in May and now on the UN headquarters in the same city. The last attack killed 23 people and injured more than 80; it’s getting serious. And what makes it so much more dangerous than similar attacks

by Islamist extremists in countries like Pakistan and Iraq is the fact that half of Nigeria’s population is Christian.

Boko Haram kills Muslims who speak out against it, too. In Maiduguri, it’s now almost impossible to find any official who will discuss the problem on the record. But if its attacks sow enough mistrust between Christians and Muslims in Nigeria – which is probably its intention, and certainly the result of its actions – then the miracle of Nigerian unity may finally falter and fail.

It’s the north that would lose the most if Nigeria fell apart, for the oil is all in the south. But everybody would pay a lot, for the division of the country would imply massive movements of the minorities: Christians fleeing the north, and Muslims fleeing the south. It would be a catastrophe comparable to the division of India and Pakistan in 1947.

The situation in Nigeria has not reached that point yet. It may never do so. But Boko Haram has more support across the north than is publicly

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“Sort of. I am excited to see my friends again but I am not looking forward to actually going to school.” > Vinny DiBenedetto (grade seven)

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Choices necessary as tax hikes near their limit T

here are few arguments against public transit. But, as this week’s debate at Woolwich council clearly shows, there is much to discuss about the costs.

Neither of the two councillors who voted against continuing Grand River Transit route 21 had a problem with providing bus service in the township. The issue is the cost: $450,000 a year, subsidized to the tune of 75 per cent by every taxpayer in Woolwich, despite the fact the majority will never use it. Many, in fact, won’t even have the opportunity to do so.

As Coun. Bonnie Bryant noted, residents of her Ward 3 will be forced to pay for something that provides them with zero benefit. Applying the tax increase only to residents of Elmira and St. Jacobs, where the bus runs, would be fairer. That would, of course, send the rate higher than the $38 for an average home assessed at $254,000.

The staff presentation in support of the bus service was somewhat disingenuous in comparing a townshipwide tax increase to other regional services – policing, which costs $500 per household; libraries ($67) and Kiwanis Transit ($27) – as residents have the option of using all three, even though they may not. In the case of policing, the service goes beyond direct calls for aid.

Transit will directly serve a few hundred people. That’s beneficial.

The real question is, however, what are we prepared to give up in order to pay for it? Whether or not council votes to change its position on route 21 next Tuesday, it needs to specify that continuing the service is dependent on the region cutting taxes by a corresponding amount to make room for transit spending: there should be no net increase to homeowners.

Only by that barometer can we judge if a program is worth funding.

All too often, unfortunately, politicians simply slap on another expense, forcing taxpayers to pick up the tab.

From the Editor Steve Kannon The bus debate, then, is a clear endorsement for zero-based budgeting, whereby every dollar must be justified rather than simply adding incremental increases on top of each year’s assumed baseline figures.

That’s the way governments go about things, justifying the tax increases as “only” another $20 a year here, another $50 there, and so on.

That practice has only led to taxpayer fatigue, adding fuel to those who call for wholesale dismantling of government services.

It’s something to keep in mind as Woolwich gets started on its 2012 budget. Council is looking for savings of five per cent across the board, yet this week’s initial discussions assume 2011’s figures as the baseline, proposing a 2.5 per cent hike. Far better would be to assume an increase of zero, or even cutbacks, forcing a line-by-line decision for every expenditure.

In looking at a special levy for infrastructure projects, the township has touched on an issue every municipality has to face. Realistically, the only way to cover the massive costs for essential hard infrastructure programs while freezing or even cutting taxes is to cut services. That means there are decisions to be made about what to cut and by how much. Of course, there may be places where residents are prepared to pay massive tax increases to keep going as they have in the past, but I’m certainly not willing to bet on it.

That’s not to say we’re prepared for the kind of widespread, ideologicallydriven slashing proposed by corporate-backed, neo-conservative parties and groups. In fact, Canadians as a

Dyer: Extremists exploit fear, hatred > CONTINUED FROM PG. 11 admitted, and there are politicians on both sides of the religious divide who are willing to exploit the fear and the hatred that its actions create. Such people exist in every country: they only need the right set of circumstances to come out into the light.

Nigeria’s problem is “local” in the sense that Boko Haram is a homegrown movement, not a branch office of al-Qaeda. But that actually makes it much harder for the Nigerian government to isolate and suppress it. It is a very big problem, and Goodluck Jonathan’s government shows no sign of knowing what to do about it.

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I tried to find some information on the Canada Post website, but all I could dig up were offers for commemorative Kate Middleton stamps.

Is this the service we expect to get for our money? Have they forgotten who they work for?

I can’t believe we still get doorto-door mail service in Canada. I’m all in favour of installing a super mailbox on our street. Failing that, I’d leave the mail at the post office, where it would stay warm and dry until I picked it up, except they want to charge me for not delivering the mail. So instead, it will sit hanging out of the mailbox in the rain and snow – that is, if there isn’t too much snow for our letter carrier to slog through.

When the new Shoppers Drug Mart was built in Elmira, Canada Post employees raised a stink about a postal outlet being part of the store. In the end it didn’t happen. I say, bring it on. The service would be much, much better than we’re getting now.

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Purolator delivers packages. FedEx delivers packages. The newspaper comes every day, often delivered by a teenaged (or younger) person. I go to work and come home from work through the front door a couple hundred days a year.

And yet, Canada Post says the steps are a death trap. They will no longer deliver mail to my door, because there are three steps with no railing. This is a huge concern for the safety of our letter carrier.

This is the same letter carrier, mind you, who is able to climb the sloping driveway with no problem. The same letter carrier who is able to waltz across the front lawn, which is on an even greater slope, in the wintertime when the snow is thigh deep and the kids have been tobogganing down the hill.

My options are to move the mailbox or install a railing, within five days. The Canada Post employee

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of Toronto Mayor Rob Ford. While he’s achieved little of note so far, his calls for cuts are music to the ears of overburdened municipal taxpayers, who’ve seen the rates increase dramatically without a commensurate increase in services. To the contrary, we’re getting less for more.

Therein lies the conundrum. Nobody appreciates paying taxes, but we do enjoy what the taxes bring us. We want all kinds of services, so we have to pay for them. Reasonable people recognize that fact. But what we want to see is good value for our money, which means focusing on what’s essential, and not using our money to benefit a few. By that I don’t mean outright corruption and financial boondoggles – though we don’t want those either – but jacking our taxes simply to pay for the types of wages, benefits and pensions that have become a rarity in the private sector doesn’t sit well.

Government provides a host of benefits, but at a cost. At this point, we need to make a choice about what stays and what goes.

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GETTING READY It’s back to school season, and some retailers say the weeks and months leading up to the first day of school are among the busiest of the year, including Mari Schaefer (left), Carla Schott, Keith Schelter and Leah Grierson of Schelter Office Pro in Elmira.

Back to school a boon for retailers Average household expects to spend more than $300 on supplies to get ready for the big day James Jackson

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he first day of school has been labeled as the most wonderful time of the year for parents, but increasingly, the weeks and months leading up to that day have become somewhat of a boon for retailers.

Canadians expect to shell out more than $300 this year for back-to-school purchases, according to a survey released by the Bank of Montreal last week. The report

by Leger Marketing, carried out online between Aug. 2-4 with a sample of 1,501 Canadians over the age of 18, found one-third of us expect to spend more than $200, and on average plan to shell out $319 for new pens, pencils, binders and clothes.

“For many retail businesses, the back to school shopping season is the second-most important sales

period in the year,” Cathy Pin, vice-president of BMO commercial banking, said in a release.

“That’s an absolutely fair statement to make,” remarked Keith Schelter, owner of Schelter Office Pro on Church Street in Elmira, when informed of the survey results.

“I would say August and September would be our top couple of months for sales in the year,” added Schelter, who is also the treasurer of the Elmira BIA. Economists expect this boost in sales to help the retail sector grow by about two per cent in August and September, and the survey suggests that about 36 per cent of shoppers want to pick up those supplies locally, which is good news for small business owners across Canada.

Many of those purchases

are to replace lost or broken items from the end of the last school year, or to simply replace used-up supplies like glue, pencils and paper, Schelter said, and despite the fact that Schelter Office Pro has been in business for 50 years, school supplies have remained relatively the same.

“Every year I guess there is one or two new things on the market, but amazingly Crayons are still Crayons and they’re still as popular today as they were probably 20 years ago,” Schelter laughed.

He also said that many schools now provide a list of recommended supplies for students so parents know exactly what their child needs before heading off to school.

The numbers associated with those new purchases can quickly add up. Ac-

cording to the BMO survey, parents can expect to pay between $25 and $40 on basic supplies such as pencils, pens, highlighters and notebooks, another $210 to $260 on new clothing, and $35 on top of that for accessories such as a new backpack, pencil case or lunch bag.

That doesn’t include the estimated $800 to $1,200 that might be spent on a new computer or laptop for students heading off to university for the first time.

“As a parent myself, it is one of the seasons that we do have to open our pocket books and spend a little bit of money,” Schelter said, “but I would guess there is probably a lot more money being spent on new clothing than there is on school supplies.”

Clothing retailers also see a surge in numbers and sales in the months leading

up to school because many kids want or need a new wardrobe before meeting up with friends who they may not have seen since the end of the last school year.

“The days that we’re open later have been a little bit busier,” said Stephanie Smith, the owner of Core Clothing in Elmira, which caters specifically to younger, school-aged kids and teenagers. “Definitely busier than in June and July.”

Smith said that almost everyone wants a fresh look heading into the fall season, be it students or young professionals, and that is why a lot of sales occur in the weeks leading up to September and October.

Moreover, Smith – who has three young children of her own – said that during the summer months a lot of

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It’s local harvest time, but still read the label O

ur zeal for local food is making us look harder at what we buy – isn’t it? Intrinsically, I think so. But new economic information from the U.S. makes you wonder if we’re reading stickers and labels.

Last week the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack proudly announced record agricultural exports are forecast for this year at $137 billion. That’s a whopping $22 billion higher than the previous record set in 2008, and $28 billion above 2010.

Moreover, the trade surplus for this year is projected at $42.5 billion, the highest surplus on record.

Keep in mind that’s despite a record level of imports, as well, a portion of which came from Canada. Despite efforts to reach out to other nations, the U.S. is by far our biggest trading partner, and likely will be for a long, long time.

Indeed, it works both ways. Politician Vilsack singled out Canada as being tied with China at $19 billion as the top U.S. market. He noted that beef exports are raging, and that Canada is a particularly hot destination for U.S. fruit and vegetable exports.

From purely a health perspective, no matter where fruit and vegetables come from, it’s good that we’re eating more of them. The caveat, of course, is growing conditions.

It’s much easier to keep an eye on (and legislate) food production practices in our own backyard than in a foreign country, and Canada has a hard-working network of people who do just that … starting with its very own farmers, whose best interests are served by using exemplary production practices in making food as safe and wholesome as possible.

Food For Thought Owen Roberts I believe we can honestly thank the local food movement for generally making us more aware of what we eat, and of what we should eat, such as fruit and vegetables. I’m also sure Canadian fruit and vegetable growers would prefer we consume their harvests, as would local food campaigners, especially now as farmers’ markets and to a lesser extent grocery stores are teeming with locally grown produce.

Sometimes, though, you want or need ingredients you can’t get locally – at least, not right now.

Research efforts at the University of Guelph sponsored by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and others elsewhere, are directed at import replacement for commodities that are rising in popularity, particularly with new Canadians. Realistically, we can’t replace everything. But we’re certainly getting inventive helping farmers find their way to new ethnocultural vegetables, for example, such as bitter melon and okra.

Again with the support from the province, the farming sector is taking cues from the local food movement and getting behind product differentiation. Conventional wisdom calls for the likes of grain and milk to go in one bin or one tank and then get processed elsewhere, in the name of efficiency and costeffectiveness –and sometimes in the name of feeding the world, as commodities such as grain end up as all-important exports.

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But things are changing. Last week the province announced it was supporting something called Project Origin, which will see five Ontario dairy producers and companies team up with the Dairy Farmers of Ontario to produce, market and gauge the demand for dairy products made with milk from specific herds. This includes purebred Jersey cow milk from Johnny Miller’s farm near Creemore, artisan cheese from Oxford

School: A flurry before classes start > CONTINUED FROM PG. 13 kids can simply outgrow some of their older clothes, making it necessary to buy new ones.

She also recognizes the high costs associated with buying for back to school, and has made a conscious effort to keep costs lower than they are in the cities to keep customers buying locally and to show her appreciation for their business.

“Our prices are the same, or anywhere from $5 to $10 cheaper because we want to encourage the local shopping,” she said. “We’re even thinking of having a student appreciation sale when students get back to school at EDSS. When they bring in their student cards they can get up to 15 per cent off of regularlypriced clothes.”

Not all households can afford to spend upwards of $300 on new supplies for their children every year, and Woolwich Community Services answers the bell each year by organizing a school supply drive through their annual backpack program. They collect donations

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The province says sourcing milk from specific herds will make it easier for Ontarians to discover where and how their food was made, and help strengthen the companies’ positions in local food markets.

Such efforts help build support for Ontario farmers. And that’s essential, as imports from the U.S., China and elsewhere knock increasingly louder on our door.

and distribute the supplies to lowincome families throughout the townships.

“We were finding a lot of families were struggling with income, or lack thereof, and we understood that going back to school can be a very costly period of time for families,” said WCS executive director Don Harloff of the program’s roots.

Last year, they distributed 206 backpacks to area families.

While kids may be drawn to the new supplies because they feature the latest superhero or pictures of the newest rock band, parents in particular see those supplies as necessary for the long-term academic success of their kids – even if it means lightening their wallets a little more in the process.

“Parents are very concerned about their child’s education and they want them to have every opportunity to do well,” said Schelter.

“Their investment in school supplies is seen as that part of their overall thinking about helping their child achieve a quality education.”

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There’s a life to live LESSONS LEARNED Elmira’s Cathy Read-Wilson, who attempted

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suicide last summer, will be giving a free talk on the subject next Saturday at Trinity United Church in Elmira along with members of the Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council.

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uly 7, 2010 is a day that Elmira’s Cathy Read-Wilson will remember for the rest of her life.

That was the day it all became too much for her. ReadWilson, who had suffered from mental health issues ever since she was a teen, recently lost her job and was still grieving the loss of a close friend from cancer the year before.

July 7 was the day she attempted suicide at the end of the trail by the old railway bridge north of West Montrose.

Fortunately, her counsellor had called 911 and police managed to intervene and save her. On Sept. 10, Read-

Wilson will tell her story with others who have been impacted by suicide at Trinity United Church in Elmira to help stop the stigma against those who try to take their own life.

“It’s never a one-dimensional thing,” said Read-Wilson of why she decided to try and take her own life more than a year ago “Suicide was part of my thought process and I didn’t think that I was any different than anyone else.”

The two-hour talk, entitled “A Life to Live,” coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day and includes a talk from life healing coach Sheila Stevenson and members of the Suicide Prevention Council, as well as a

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She hopes the talk can help open doors for those who have had similar feelings and generate discussion on the topic as well as shed some light on a very dark reality of our society.

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Summer’s BBQ time extends to Suicide: Bringing it out in the open the start of NFL football season PERSONAL STORY

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Pulled Pork Serves 8-10 >>1 4-5 lb bone-in pork (picnic) shoulder roast

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a very reasonable price, it can be made a day ahead of time and everyone loves it. Change up the flavor of the pork by using a Moroccan spice blend, or smokey paprika and some chipotle or maybe instead of the beer a bit of wine or chicken stock.

Enjoy the pulled pork! Enjoy the football! And, for my husband, Go Bears!

Definitely allow time for this one.

It is worth it! Feel free to mix up the spice blend.

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ere we are at another Labour Day, a weekend that represents the end of the summer holidays, the kiddies going back to school and all of the insanity that goes along with it.

Instead of focusing on the Labour Day, I am going to look forward to next weekend, the opening weekend of the NFL. It is pretty crazy that I am aware of this weekend occurring, but it would be an understatement to say that my husband is a fan of football.

As a result we will be hosting an opening weekend barbecue. I am not using this article as an open invitation to come my house for a party, I am merely encouraging you to hold your own neighbourhood festivities.

We do not have to let go over the summer just because Labour Day weekend is here, we can continue to stay outside to enjoy the weather and some good food.

Pulled pork can serve a crowd at

> CONTINUED FROM PG. 15 graphs she took last Thanksgiving at the site of her suicide attempt, and poetry she has written to accompany those photos.

She also included a speech written by her youngest son on the topic of bullying, depression and suicide that he gave at his school last year.

“I think there is a lot of people in society that have turned a blind eye

to suicide. We’re working on decreasing that stigma, but I would say that a fair chunk of the population don’t feel comfortable talking about it for whatever reason.”

The talk is free to the public to attend, and good will offerings will be accepted for donation to the Waterloo Regional Suicide Prevention Council. It starts at 7 p.m. at Trinity United Church at 21 Arthur St. N. in Elmira.

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A NEW CREW New Sugar Kings general manager Paul Jennings (right) and head coach Dean DeSilva (left) have named 20-year-old defenceman Colton Wolfe-Sabo as the team captain.

Kings name Wolfe-Sabo as new captain With exhibition schedule winding down, team prepares to open the season next Friday James Jackson

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rom Bill Lane to Jeff Zippel, the Elmira Sugar Kings have a strong tradition of naming a defenceman to captain the team. That trend continued earlier this week when Colton Wolfe-Sabo was unveiled as the new Kings captain for the upcoming season.

“It was a very easy choice,” said head coach Dean DeSilva of the decision to give Wolfe-Sabo the "C", taking over from last year’s captain, Josh Woolley.

“He’s the epitome of what

we want in a Sugar King: he works hard, is a full-time university student who can juggle both hockey and classes, and is a very accountable and mature young man who is going to be a great role model for some of the younger players.”

The 5’8”, 190-pound product of Waterloo was traded to Elmira from the Siskins at the beginning of last season and was a solid addition to the blue line. He posted one goal and 21 assists in 47 games with the Kings, adding another three goals and eight assists in 25 playoff games to

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help the organization claim its first Sutherland Cup title in a decade.

Wolfe-Sabo said he was surprised when he got the call to be the new captain of the team.

“When I was notified, my heart started racing and my hair started standing up on end,” he said, adding that the captain’s responsibilities are familiar to him after spending five years as captain of his Waterloo Wolves AAA club prior to joining the Siskins in 2007.

“It’s such an esteemed organization and being a sec-

ond-year player on the team, it’s truly an honour.”

The choice of Wolfe-Sabo as the new captain isn’t surprising, given the long history between the player and the coach. DeSilva had a firsthand look at Wolfe-Sabo’s development as the coach of the Siskins for the past three seasons.

The new captain also said that the onus was on him and the other veterans of the team to lead the new recruits through the unfamiliar grind of the Junior B hockey season and to repeat as Ontario champs.

“We definitely have a lot of young guys, but they have a lot of skill, and I think we’ll definitely be right back to where we were last year, if not a better hockey team. We just have to work hard and see what happens.”

The Kings wrap up their exhibition schedule tomorrow night (Sunday) in Elmira at 7:30 p.m. against Stratford, and they open the regular season next Friday in Owen Sound. Their home opener is Sept. 11 at 2 p.m. when they take on the Listowel Cyclones in a rematch of last season’s Cherrey Cup finals.

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Taking a shot at making new friends T

hey say that the only thing that is certain in life is death and taxes. But that’s not true.

Another sure thing is that I won’t get an antlerless deer tag in a year when all I see is antlerless deer. This exact circumstance, two years in a row, has convinced me of that.

It didn’t matter that the odds of getting one in my area were approximately 80 per cent this season and last. That’s right; four out of five applicants succeeded.

Nor does it matter that every friend of mine who lives outside the area and visits for a day or two during the hunt also got an antlerless game seal, which, I should explain, permits you to shoot does or antlerless bucks.

Am I bitter?

Well, yes.

But there is a bright side to this situation. That being, I have friends with doe tags who will allow me to party hunt with them. And I will make plenty more friends before the deer season starts.

You do this by uttering insincere phrases like, “I hear you are an excellent deer hunter.”

Party hunting is not what it sounds like – although it might be at some deer camps.

No, the terms simply defines

Not-So-Great Outdoorsman Steve Galea a legal activity where hunters agree to hunt together as a party and are willing to expend their tags on any animal shot by anyone in the group. So, for instance, if a pal of mine has an antlerless tag and agrees, I can shoot an antlerless deer while party hunting with him.

Similarly, I might tag a buck that he took so as not to waste that valuable antlerless tag.

It’s a win-win situation and the very definition of true friendship. But it also ups the odds of everyone in the group going home with game meat.

Which is even more important to me.

I love venison.

The problem, of course, occurs during all those times when I want to hunt and my friends with antlerless tags are unavailable. That’s when – if Murphy’s Law holds true – I’ll see parades of does walking by, often lounging within bow range and generally loitering in my general vicinity. In short, they’ll taunt me.

At times like this I tend to mumble a lot of choice words about the MNR employee who drew the tags this year. But because this is a family newspaper, I won’t detail my sentiments. Suffice it to say, I don’t think much of his immediate ancestry.

In the end, however, you just need to suck it up and look upon your buck tag as a challenge – a horribly, frustrating challenge.

OK, so you can’t take a tasty doe. Instead you have to put all your efforts into outsmarting a buck, which as a rule are generally craftier and less common.

That means lots of scouting, good stand placement, a stealthy approach and the ability to not to sob as doe after doe saunters by. In the end, however, you stand the possibility of being rewarded with the satisfaction of knowing that you have bested a sly animal on his own turf. More than that, you’ll have all that game meat to yourself and a set of antlers to show your friends too.

Then again, if they were true friends, they’d drop what their doing to party hunt with you.

Thanks for reading this rant.

By the way, I hear you are an excellent deer hunter.

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cott Lingelbach has a need …a need for speed.

The 19-year-old Wellesley man took up motorcycle road racing just two years ago and has already moved up the ranks to place third overall in Canada in the Honda CBR125R Challenge as part of the Parts Canada Super Bike Championship.

Known for tearing up the track at racing events, Lingelbach doesn’t hold back on the throttle both on and off the course.

“I have always had an interest in motorcycles, ever since I was young and would listen to my dad tell stories about being a teenager and riding a motorbike.”

Lingelbach bought his first sport bike at the age of 15 and would race it around his family’s Hessen Strasse property, eventually wearing a path into the grass.

Attending races in Toronto as a spectator further fueled Lingelbach’s need to race his own bike.

“Watching the races, it just

didn’t seem that difficult to me.”

Knowing he had a natural ability to handle a motorcycle at high speeds Lingelbach jumped at the chance to enter the Honda CBR125R Challenge.

All riders in the challenge series ride the same motorcycle, a Honda CBR125, making them rely on their own skills to compete and perform better than their opponents.

“We all have the same race kit, the same tires, it is meant to show the rider at the end of the day,” he explained. “At the start of every race we all begin with the same machine and it’s our skills and determination that push us forward.”

Racers square off against one another on a paved track with different elevations and multiple turns to test the skill level of the riders.

Lingelbach says he is very competitive and that combined with his love for motorcycles is what keeps him pushing to reach the podium race after race.

“At the end of the day I would

have to say it is actual physics of the sport, hanging off the bike as we take corners and dragging your knee around bends without tipping – it shouldn’t be possible, it’s the thrill of it all.”

In his rookie year Lingelbach placed sixth overall and jumped three spots this year to reach the podium in a very tight race for third place, taking the spot by only eight points.

“It was a very nerve-wracking end to the season,” he said. “I was in a basic tie for third going into the last race of the year and I had to place high to make it. I was determined this year to race smart races and use my head and not go for that ‘maybe it’s going to work or I might crash’ pass.”

Running consistent races this year and placing in the top three means that Lingelbach will be advancing to either a 250 class or the amateur or pro 600 series next year.

Travelling at speed of up to 140 kilometers an hour Lingel-

> SEE SPEED ON PG. 24

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FLOORING IT Heath Mulock roars towards the finish line in his Rabid Ram on his way to a first-place finish during the truck and tractor pull held Aug. 27 at Grand River Raceway.

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ALL REVVED UP Hundreds of fans packed the stands at the raceway to watch as Alan Grey (above left) reached 309 feet in the 7,000-lb class and Gary Overton (above right) took to the track in the supermodified tractor class. Frank Macko also took in the sights after taking first place in the 7,000-lb class on his tractor “Freight Train” with a pull of 321 feet.

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bach has seen his fair share of crashes on the course and has learned to rely on his safety gear to protect him from serious harm.

“There is a theory to crashing, when it happens in a split second I try and figure out which way I should move my body and relax my muscles so not to add any extra pressure to my body,” he said adding crashes usually occur when a rider overloads his tires going into turns.

“It really is a very steep learning curve to be competitive and you have to be willing to push that envelope.”

Lingelbach has plans to come back next year and hopes to find sponsorship to help offset the cost of the sport as

he pays for it out of his own pocket from his job at Apex Cycle Sport where he works in the parts and sales departments.

“It can be difficult to raise the money to race and a lot of the guys I race against do have full corporate sponsors and full pit crews,” he said. “Right now my dad is my pit crew and I am running tires I used last year just to keep the bills down.”

The former Waterloo Oxford District Secondary School student is heading off to Sir Sandford Fleming College this fall to study ecosystem management but still has his eye on next year’s race series.

“Either way I will be back, I just love the sport too much to stop.”

Lingelbach’s parents Don and Lydia support

their son in his dream to become a pro racer even though Lydia was hesitant at the beginning.

“I’ve seen him race and at first I was really scared for him, but I figure it is safer than being out on the streets and dealing with traffic,” she said. “It’s a controlled environment and all the racers are prepared, the tracks are well equipped and there are medics ready if anything should ever happen.”

In the end Lydia said she is glad Lingelbach has taken up the sport as it has given her son and her husband time to bond together and she sees that as the best goal for any family.

“We are a motorcycle family – it keeps us together and we love it,” she said.

ON A QUEST

Wellesley’s Scott Lingelbach has been racing motorcycles for two years, finishing third in Canada this season in the Honda CBR125R Challenge.

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His country comes with a big dollop of Canadiana A real Southern gentleman, George Hamilton IV brings his Grand Ole Opry sound to Maryhill » SUBMITTED

Colin Dewar hile many musicians with more than 50 years in the business may have thoughts to slowing down, if not retiring, it’s quite the opposite for Grand Ole Opry star and International Ambassador of Country Music George Hamilton IV. Well known for his hectic tour schedules, both in North America and abroad, Hamilton, a native of North Carolina, has delighted his fans with a steady output of recordings since his 1957 debut ‘George Hamilton IV On Campus.’

This year is no different, with not one but two new releases on offer, including the first ever complete compilation of all his Canadian recordings for RCA released during the 1960s and 1970s titled ‘My North Country Home,’ as well as ‘George Hamilton IV In The Heart Of Texas.’

Currently on tour yet again, he’ll be at Maryhill’s Commercial Tavern Sunday afternoon, rekindling a longtime love affair with Canada.

Hamilton has recorded 82 Canadian songs over six albums including songs like Canadian Pacific, Steel Rail Blues, Early Morning Rain, Did She Mention My Name, Four Strong Winds and Urge For Going.

He became intrigued by the Canadian music scene in the mid-1960s when he met and befriended Gordon Lightfoot, subsequently credited as the first Nashville artist to record material from north of the 49th parallel.

Through the years he has sought out and recorded many Canadian music legends’ songs, including Leonard Co-

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ALWAYS ON THE GO George Hamilton IV’s career in the music industry spans more than 50 years. The Grand Ole Opry

singer has travelled and performed around the world, but has a soft spot for Canada. He performs Sunday at the Commercial Tavern in Maryhill.

hen, Joni Mitchell, and Buffy St. Marie. He’s recorded more than 20 Gordon Lightfoot songs, more than any other artist.

“It all goes back to Gordon Lightfoot making me aware of the uniqueness of Canadian music,” said Hamilton. “I was so taken by Gordon’s music and so infatuated with the style of music that he did, that I began to record a lot of music in Canada.

“I often refer to (Lightfoot) as the master, the teacher and the best of them all, and I am still a big fan of his.”

The success of Hamilton’s Canadian recordings led him to host his own Canadian television series, the George Hamilton IV show on CHCH, for seven years. The show eventually went national and aired overseas in Britain and

Europe.

“It was a very uniquely Canadian television show,” said Hamilton. “I was the host and would sing Canadian songs and introduce guest musicians. The show really promoted Canadian music and artists.”

Hamilton began to tour Canada as the popularity of the show increased. And even after the show was cancelled he continued to tour the counry, then booking gigs in Europe as the music he recorded by Canadian writers seemed to strike a chord overseas.

“I have worked so much in Canada that people think I am Canadian, even with my southern drawl,” jokes Hamilton.

“That’s OK with me, though, because I have a warm place in my heart for Canada, especially the folk music.”

Hamilton’s fascination with music began at the age of 12 when he bought his first guitar.

By 1956 he recorded his first hit, a pop song, ‘A Rose and A Baby Ruth’ and began touring with the likes of Buddy Holly, Gene Vincent and the Everly Brothers.

“I started out doing teenage love ballads and was able to meet and travel with some great musicians when I was first starting out,” said Hamilton. “The record companies at that time were just trying to jump on the Elvis bandwagon and were signing every young guy from the south who said ‘y’all.’”

Three years later he would walk away from the music that had made him a star by moving to Nashville, with his wife, Adelaide, and began to concentrate all his efforts into record-

ing country music.

Once in Nashville, Hamilton met Chet Atkins who helped get him signed to a recording deal with RCA and was instrumental in having Hamilton invited to join the Grand Ole Opry in 1960.

The years since have been kind to Hamilton, seeing him honoured with numerous awards, including a Juno award for his services to Canadian country music.

He earned his title of ‘International Ambassador Of Country Music’ when he became the first American country singer to perform in the Soviet Union in 1974 and record an album in Prague in 1982.

Hamilton returned to Canada to record two albums in the 1990s, the ‘Canadian Country Gold and Unmined Treasures’ and ‘High Country,’ a compilation of gospel songs.

“I have had a long running love affair with Canada.”

Last year Hamilton celebrated 50 years as a member of The Grand Ole Opry and although he seems to appear relaxed and confident while on stage, he admits that he still gets nervous before a show.

“I was once told that if you quit being nervous about performing it’s time to quit and I still get a little jittery before each show especially those on the Grand Ole Opry stage.”

Hamilton is currently performing a mini-tour of Ontario and can be seen Sept. 4 at the historic Commercial Tavern in Maryhill, with doors opening at 2:30 p.m. for a familyfriendly concert. Tickets are $20, and seating is limited. For more information, call 519-6483644.

Sunday September 4

Rhyme N Reason WHAT’S UP NEXT: Sept. 11

Ephriam Frey & Old Tyme Country (Rescheduled from Aug. 14 rained out)

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RENTALS

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AZ DRIVERS & BROKERS NEEDED

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FOR LONG HAUL FREIGHT & LIVESTOCK

As a member of the Warehouse team, you will help maintain service levels to Home’s Dealers, pick/pack product for orders, and load/ unload product on/off trailers.

Forward your resume, referencing “Part-time Student - Material Handler” in the subject line, by Monday, September 12, 2011 to: Dayna Weber, Recruitment, Human Resources Department, Home Hardware Stores Limited, 34 Henry St. W., St. Jacobs, ON, N0B 2N0 E-mail: hr@homehardware.ca Ph: (519) 664-4975 (Microsoft Documents Only)

Paid per mile, paid picks and drops, Benefits.

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Rate of pay: $10.50 per hour

COMPUTERS

>>1 Bay Garage for rent in Bloomingdale. 1100 sq ft., air compressor and hoist included. Price negotiable.

Call Jerry 519-213-1123 or 519-581-8859.

Our St. Jacobs Distribution Centre has the following opportunities...

You are at least 16 years old, able to perform physical activities including walking, standing, bending, and lifting, and are available to work every Friday, as well as Saturdays and Public Holidays as posted.

Excellent attention to detail, and good reading, writing, and number skills are required.

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>>MOOREFIELD - one bedroom apartment, furnished, laundry facilities, parking, deck, electric heat, cable TV. No pets, adult building. References. $695 inclusive. First & last. 519638-3013 >>St. Jacobs - Large 1 Bedroom apartment for rent. Available Dec. 1. Non smoking, no pets. $1000/ mth plus utilities. Call 519664-1358.

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

HELP WANTED

M & G Millwrights has designed, manufactured and installed custom process & material handling equipment for the food, animal feed, aggregate and automotive industries since 1967.

Dedicated to providing exceptional service and support to our employees and clients; we are currently seeking one individual to join our growing team.

MECHANICAL DESIGNER/DRAFT PERSON

A busy, progressive, communication tower installation company requires a full time Administrative Assistant effective immediately. The individual who fills this position will be efficient in Windows environment including Microsoft Office, Excel and Word.

Please submit your resume in confidence to:

VHF Construction Ltd.

P.O. Box 66 Elmira, ON N3B 2Z5 (519) 669-5786 fax, no telephone calls please info@vhfconstruction.com

• Production of detail drawing and bills of material for fabricated equipment • Liaise with in-house estimating, technical and shop staff • Assist fabricators and installers in solving problems

We thank all applicants: however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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• Graduate drafting apprentice/technologist or equivalent with related experience • Experience in a mechanical fabrication environment an asset Please forward resume to:

M&G MILLWRIGHTS LIMITED P.O. Box 247 Elmira, ON N3B 2Z6 Attention: Human Resources or Fax: 519-669-1450 or Email: bob@mgmill.com

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those considered will be contacted.

HELP WANTED

>>Elmira homeowner seeking insured bricklayer for chimney repair. Please call John anytime at 905518-5981.

HELP WANTED

>>Full Time Farm help wanted. Please phone 519275-1154 or fax resume to 519-595-2261 or Email: doydoy@cyg.net

HELP WANTED

>>Full

time Sales clerk required. Must be able to work Saturdays and one evening a week. Apply in person with resume to: Stemmler Meats & Cheese, 3031 Lobsinger Line, Heidelberg.

>>Larry & Allison Beams would like to announce the forthcoming marriage of their son, Michael to Jung Rye Park of Seoul, South Korea. The wedding will take place Sat. Oct. 8, 2011 in Jeongeup, South Korea. >>Thanks to St. Jude for intercessary prayer and favour received. Debbie.

Outdoor Dog Training Trained by Brad Pattison

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2000 sq ft., open space. 14’ high bay door. 16’ ceiling height, good for mezzanine.

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HELP WANTED

>>Fulltime Shipper/ Receiver. 40 hrs/week.

Some heavy lifting required.

Local flooring distributor, well established company.

519-664-1999 or email: gerry@kalora.com >>Vehicle Detailer Needed. Voisin Chrysler in Elmira is looking to hire a person to detail vehicles and do oil changes and various other auto related duties.

Please forward your resume to mike@voisinchrysler.com or in person at 361 Arthur St. S., Elmira.

TRAINING & LESSONS

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FOR SALE

>>Craftmatic Bed Queen size. Asking $300 or best offer. 519-669-8736.

FOR SALE

>>1997 Ford 150 4X4.

182,226 mileage with 7ft 6 western plow. $6900 o.b.o.

Will certify. 519-699-5983. >>Door Cut Out Panels.

22”x36” insulation panels R13.5. 35 cents per sq ft.

Volume discounts available.

519-699-6087. >>Two 8X7 wooden garage doors in excellent condition. Four panel with all hardware. $250 each o.b.o.

Call Ray 519-699-1120.

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Daytime hours now available!

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GARAGE SALES

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5100 Fountain St., North, Breslau (Kitchener)

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Sept 10th 9:30am

2008 Charger (black) 2008 Crown Victoria 2007 Charger SE (Red) 2007 Crown Victoria 2007 Charger 2006 Impala 2006 Fusion SEl V6 2005 Taurus SE 2005 Impala lS 2005 Impala 2003 Mini Cooper S 2003 Mitsubishi Spyder Conv 2001 buick Century 2000 honda accord

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Printing & Copying Services >>Black and white, 8 1/2 X 11 flyers designed and printed for as low as 6¢. Professionally designed, quick turnaround, local service.

Delivery, folding and colour work also available.

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Zion Mennonite Fellowship - The Junction -

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10:00am Worship Service Pastor: Richard A. Frey www.stpaulselmira.ca

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RECREATION GUIDE FALL & WINTER 2011 LARGE PRINT EDITION NOW AVAILABLE! To request a large-print edition of the Recreation Guide that was recently delivered to all residences in the Township: • Call (519) 669-6005 and leave a message with your name and full mailing address. A copy will be mailed to you.

• Send a request by e-mail to vhummel@ woolwich.ca to have a copy mailed to you.

• View a full-sized colour copy on the Township’s website at http://www.woolwich.ca/en/town shipservices/accessibility.asp • Visit the Elmira, Bloomingdale or St. Jacobs Libraries.

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ATTENTION PARENTS

OF JOHN MAHOOD PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS First Street West, Elmira

Council and staff of the Township of Woolwich, along with representatives of the Waterloo Region District School Board and John Mahood School, are working co-operatively to achieve pedestrian safety around John Mahood School. Changes have been made to two Township-owned parking lots (tennis court parking lot, Gibson Park parking lot) that will create a separation between students and parental vehicle traffic. The changes are described below and will be in place on the first day of school. Township and School staff will evaluate the effect of the changes throughout the 2011-2012 school year. If the evaluation shows that student pedestrian safety is still at risk, more changes will be proposed for 2012. This action is authorized by a resolution of Council passed on June 29, 2011: THAT the Council of the Township of Woolwich directs staff to permanently close the westerly entrance to the tennis court parking lot adjacent to John Mahood Public School with the intent being to terminate the use of this municipal lot as a pick-up zone/drop-off zone for students effective for the start of the 2011-2012 school year.

Tennis Court Parking Lot: This is the parking lot beside the school. It was originally intended to be used for the tennis courts but has been used for school purposes for a number of years. Unfortunately, the school population has grown and this parking lot is not large enough to accommodate all of the school traffic. Significant congestion was occurring that put student safety at risk. As a result, the westerly entrance has been permanently closed and the exit point closest to the school has been blocked to prevent school traffic until parents have been educated on what the lot may be used for. Eventually, the lot will be re-opened with limited parking reserved for persons (drivers or students) with disabilities and for users of the tennis courts. If regular school traffic attempts to use the tennis court parking lot, it may have to be permanently closed to all vehicles in order to protect students.

Gibson Park Parking Lot: This municipal lot is located 183 metres (600 feet) west of John Mahood Public School.

It is now the designated drop-off and pick-up point for students of John Mahood Public School. Parents will drive into the lot and follow the arrows marked on the pavement around the lot in a circular pattern. At the corner nearest the school, a drop-off zone has been created. Students can exit or enter their parent’s vehicle with an unobstructed route between the car and the sidewalk. This creates a vehicle-free walking route to and from the school. There are 22 parking spaces in the Gibson Park lot for parents that need to go to the school. If the lot is full, parents can park on local side streets where parking is permitted. The Gibson Park parking lot will be plowed all winter for use by parents of John Mahood students. Use of this parking lot as the main drop-off and pick-up location will ensure that students do not have to walk through traffic to get to and from school.

New “No Stopping Area” Along First Street West New signs have been put up to stop vehicles from being parked or stopped on the north side of First Street between Snyder Avenue and Bluebird Place. Parking and stopping is already prohibited on First Street, north and south side, between Arthur Street and Meadlowlark Road. These prohibitions will be enforced by the Township and parents are directed to stop or park outside of the prohibited areas to pick up or drop off students. This will ensure that the Crossing Guard as well as students, both on foot and on bicycles, can see and be seen!

Questions?

Parents are encouraged to call the Township at (519) 669-6005 or (519) 669-6007 if they need additional informaiton.

WOOLWICH MEMORIAL CENTRE CLOSURES The WMC Pool will be CLOSED September 3 – 25, 2011 for annual maintenance.

The Woolwich Memorial Centre will be CLOSED to the public on Thursday September 8, 2011 from 6:30 am – 4 pm for Facility Maintenance.

For more information please contact Customer Service at: 519.669.1647 ext. 7001

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COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF HEARING September 19, 2011

On Monday, September 19, 2011 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 519-6696040 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 13, 2011.

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.

CONSENT APPLICATION B9/2011 – Huron Homes Inc. PROPERTY: 16 – 18 Wyatt Street, Elmira Plan 1330 Part Lot 18, 58R-16447 Part 1 PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting permission to sever the property along the centreline of the common wall of the semi-detached dwelling in order to create two parcels which can be conveyed in separate title. The parcel to be retained will have a lot frontage of approximately 9.755 metres and a lot area of approximately 308 square metres. The parcel to be severed will have a lot frontage of approximately 9.755 metres and a lot area of approximately 295 square metres. The property is zoned Residential Mixed High Density (R-5) and is currently under construction with a semi-detached dwelling.

• Application B10/2011 will contain the existing house that fronts onto Crowsfoot Road which is occupied by the owner. The proposed severed lot has received approval for rezoning to Settlement Residential (R-1); and • Application B11/2011 – will be a vacant residential lot and will have frontage on Meadow Heights Drive. The proposed severed lot has received approval for rezoning to Settlement Residential (R-1) and Open Space (O-2).

The proposed retained lands being approximately 6.5 hectares are designated Rural Land Use and are zoned Agricultural with site-specific provisions recognizing the reduced farm parcel size.

SIGN VARIANCE APPLICATION SV2/2011 - Royal Canadian Legion PROPERTY: 11 First Street East, Elmira, Plan 1330 Lot 119, Part Lot 118, 58R-14191 Parts 1- 4 PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting permission to: • to reduce the clearance of a pylon sign from 2.4 metres to approximately 1 metre; • to permit two flag lights on the top of the pylon sign; and • to reduce the setback adjacent to a lot line from 3 metres to zero metres to permit the installation of a new pylon sign and two flag poles.

The property is zoned General Industrial Urban (M-2) and Open Space (O-2) with site specific provisions and contains the Legion and associated parking lot.

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 3rd day of September, 2011 CONSENT APPLICATIONS B10/2011and B 11/2011 – Ryan McCall Stroh Jeremy Vink, RPP, MCIP PROPERTY: 5044 Crowsfoot Road, Crooks Tract Concession 1 East of Grand River Part Lot 6 Senior Planner PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting permission to create two, approximate one hectare resi- Engineering & Planning Services dential lots within the Urban Area of the Crowsfoot Corner Settlement, as follows:

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REAL ESTATE FEATURE PROPERTY

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

OFFICE 519-888-7110

$284,900 NEW LISTING!

$284,000

$575,000

Come and see this attractive 1810 sq ft raised 3+1 bdrm. bungalow on approx 1 acre w/ beautifully manicured gardens. Newer roof and mostly newer flooring. Oriented to seniors with main floor bedroom and laundry. Wood Fireplace. w/o Basement.

Backs on Greenbelt, Separate Dining Rm. Rec Room. Family Room. Detached Workshop.

MLS Call Paul direct.

$269,000

Located on quiet street, only a 2 min walk to park. This extremely well kept home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large finished basement and big laundry room. Newer carpet in living room dinette and hall.

Handsome newer oak kitchen cupboards.

Nice, private 71ft x 122ft yard with wonderful perennial gardens, large vegetable garden and deck. MLS Call Paul Direct

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

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Paul will donate $250.00 with every home he buys or sells in Woolwich to both Park Manor PS & WCS Family Violence Prevention Program.

BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS

$299,900

CHARM & CHARACTER

Open concept renovated home impressive w/ hrdwd flrs. beautiful wdwrk, newer kitchen, 2nd flr. offers 4 bdrms for plenty of sleeping space. Partially fin recrm. in bsmnt. step outside onto the spacious deck and admire your backyard oasis complete with pond and waterfall. apple tree, barberry, mulberry & gooseberry bushes for the fruit of your choice. MLS Call Paul direct.

Paul Martin 519-503-9533

UNIQUE SIDESPLIT! 3bdrm, 2bath home features MF Cathedral ceilings. Loc’d on lg beautiful treed corner lot full of perennials. Potential for pool or double garage. Bright, open kit w/breakfast bar. X-lg slider in DR to 17ftx19ft deck. Airy LR w/hrdwd flrs. Whirlpool bath, RR gas FP, lndy rm walk out, Lg 19x24ft storage rm.

MLS Call Paul direct.

SPACIOUS RAISED BUNGALOW

$369,900

3 plus bedrooms. Large sunken family room addition features gas fireplace, skylight and walk-out to a huge deck with hot tub and gazebo. Lots of updates through-out including furnace, a/c, windows, flooring and much more. Finished basement with workshop. MLS Call Alli or Bill direct.

$273,000

Unbelievable value to own your own piece of countryside in a small peaceful village with a beautiful panoramic view of the Conestoga River Valley, right from your front porch. Large 24ft X 40ft detached insulated and heated workshop (220amp service) situated on a .74 acre lot. 3 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom. Enjoy the cottage feel right at home! MLS Call Alli or Bill direct.

ELMIRA OASIS

COUNTRY SETTING

SENIORS BUNGALOW

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$187,900

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$849,000

Fantastic opportunity for car buff or hobbyist, 3 car garage & detached 4 car garage/workshop. Inlaw suite w/2 bdrms, full kit, bath, & lndry. lg 87x250ft lot steps to golf course. 5200 sq. ft. of fin’d living space.

Grand yrd over looking farm land. MLS Call Paul direct.

$453,900

Meet “Olivia”, another fabulous home by Verdone.

2216sqft plus fin'd bsmnt. Many quality finishes some incl: Ceramic, Hrdwd, oversized trim & mf crown moulding. MF lndy, spacious LR, Dinette walk out to covered 16.4 x 9.4ft deck. Fabulous must see kit built for convienience, French drs to mf den. Lg master w/crown moulding, 2 walk ins, lg beautiful ens w/free standing tub & oversized glass shower. MLS Call Paul Direct

$393,500

1853sqft luxurious Verdone home. Carpet free MF, Hrdwd & ceramic, mudrm, MF lndy. Bright LR equip’d w/gas fp. Lg kit abundant w/cupboards, under cabinet lights, breakfast bar.

Lg master your own private oasis, spacious walk in closet, 2nd closet, fabulous ensuite: lg vanity, 2 sinks, stunning glass dr shower, soaker tubs in both baths. French door walk-out to covered 16x15ft patio. MLS Call Paul direct.

$154,900

First time home buyers, this is a great starter home with a huge lot backing onto park. The large living room with patio door opens to a spacious deck & very private yard. Features a large country eat in kitchen. Some updates include furnace (2008), laminate flooring, deck, and some newer windows. Lots of potential and very affordable. MLS Please call Bill or Alli direct.

$375,000

Spectacular home larger than it looks.

4bdrms, 2 full baths, updated eat-in kit w/cupboards to spare, den, lg cold room.

Hrdwd flr in LR & DR, gas heating stove in FR. Fantastic home for any hobbyist w/craft rm & workshops. Balcony overlooking stunning perennial gardens, vegetable gardens & fruit trees surrounding this tranquil home loc’d on lg .69 acre lot. MLS Call Paul direct.

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$59,000

BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY PROPERTY

$429,000

INDUSTRIAL LOT

DOWNTOWN GLEN ALLAN Build your dream home on this 0.48 acre lot. MLS Call Paul direct.

COUNTRY PROPERTY

NEW VERDONE HOME

Bill Norris

On 150ft x 150ft treed lot. Only 30min to Waterloo. Captivating custom built home equip’d w/attractive sunken LR featuring wood burning FP, eat-in kit & sep DR both with walk-outs to wrap around deck. MF lndry & ens. Huge fin’d bsmnt incl RR, FR. MLS Call Paul direct.

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME ON THIS

Exceptional corner lot. Great exposure.

Industrial 0.95 acre lot on the corner of Union and Donway. MLS Call Paul direct.

$199,500

Welcome to small town Drayton. A perfect home for that young family. Spacious, neat and tidy semi-detached located close to schools, park, and shopping. Walk-out from dinette to two tiered deck with gazebo and enjoy the privacy of your fenced yard backing onto greenbelt. Lots of updates. MLS Call Alli or Bill direct.

MOVE TO THE SMALL TOWN OF DRAYTON!

THIS HOME HAS IT ALL!

CALL CALL DIRECT DIRECT

Raised bungalow in immaculate condition and extremely well maintained. This is a solid brick home with three plus bedrooms located in desirable “Birdland” and is perfect for all ages and ready for immediate occupancy.

MLS Call Alli or Bill direct.

$79,000

0.78 acre lot in the quaint little village of Glen Allan. MLS Call Paul direct.

No matter what your style...we’ve got what you’re looking for every week in the Real Estate section of the Observer.

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Rare opportunity to own this size of property in desired area of Elmira backing onto walking trails and quiet neighbourhood. Traditional 4 bedroom custom home with a barn/shop with over 700 sq ft each level plus a workshop under the double attached garage. Nicely treed and landscaped.

Great curb appeal! MLS

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DRAYTON BUNGALOW!

$10.50 SQ/FT LEASE Don't wait til it's too late! Lease opportunity in a high traffic location.

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$264,900 Charming older home with lots of character located on a quiet tree lined street offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, many recent renovations including kitchen, bathrooms, windows, doors, trim, flooring, lighting, drywall, paint, soffits & eaves. MLS. Call Bert to view.

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COUNTRY ACREAGE!

Great property on the edge of town backing to river offers century home with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room addition, attached single garage, 5 acres of manicured orchard with a mix of fruit trees, 12 acres workable. Three one storey out buildings totaling 10,000 s/f.

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ELMIRA 2 STOREY

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onto greenspace, 1.5 car garage, dbl driveway, open concept main floor w/spacious kit & dinette, sunken liv rm., w/gas fireplace, walkout to deck & private fenced yard, finished basement, 3 bdrms, 4 baths. MLS

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You won’t find a private, shaded yard like this in other semis at this price point, this close to home. The backyard is green, quiet fully fenced, ready for your active children, pets and barbecues. Entering the home you will note a spacious, separate dining room, adjacent to a tidy kitchen and dinette...everything NEW LISTING you need to entertain friends and family. A main floor addition adds excellent living room space, including a beautiful gas fireplace and patio sliders to the deck. Completing the picture downstairs, you will find a 2 piece bath, conveniently located to the front door, kitchen and dining area. Upstairs, you will discover three bedrooms, all spacious with ample closets. Your basement is partially finished and could be easily dressed up as a recreation room or play space...Lots of room for your home theatre or kids playroom.

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CUSTOM BUILT BUNGALOW! Private backyard. Open concept kitchen/LR/ DR offers lots of cupboards and a lge. island. W/O to large deck and gazebo.

Large master bdrm w/3pc. ensuite bath. Guest bdrm. or office on mn flr.

Fin. bsmt. offers huge rec. rm./games area, 2 bdrms., 4pc. bath and lots of storage. MLS $499,900.

BUNGALOW!

Mature trees surround this home featuring 3+1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, finished basement with fireplace & walk-up, large attached 2 car garage, great deck & patio, backs to green space.

Only 10 minutes to Guelph and K-W. MLS. Call Bert to View.

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$279,000. This almost new beautifully

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$375,000

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some newer windows, large bright living rm., spacious kitchen and dinette, all appliances included, central air, rec. rm., walkout to deck & 150’ deep fenced yard. MLS

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CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN - Open concept bungalow backs to greenspace. Fireplace in L.R./D.R. Hdwd. floor. W/O to deck. Ensuite priv. Fin. bsmt. w/lge. windows - huge rec. rm. games area, 4th bdrm. 3pc. bath. Single+ garage, dble. drive. MLS $309,900.

COURT LOCATION - Village of Heidelberg. Hardwood flooring in D.R. & all bedrooms. Main flr. fam rm addition w/walkout to deck & patio. Updated windows, shingles and furnace. Extra-long concrete driveway. Immediate possession possible. MLS $319,900.

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LOCATION EQUALS CONVENIENCE! This 3 Bedroom Ivystone Home is only 5 years old and could not be more conveniently located to recreational H and school amenities in the desirable IT W town of Elmira. 63 Sugar King Drive, originally intended as a builder’s model, features premium finishes, “character” maple hardwood in the livingroom and solid maple cabinetry in the well appointed kitchen. The “Lilac”, includes a master with walk-in closet and ensuite bath, in addition to the main bath on the second floor and a powder room on the main level.

Approaching the home you will note a full two car garage and lovely landscaping as you ascend the porch to the front entry. Entering the foyer, your eyes lead you into the kitchen where you will discover beautiful maple cabinetry, flowing towards a spacious dinette. The adjacent livingroom room is blessed with maple hardwood and provides enough room for separate dining space! Upstairs, this home includes a generous master bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, palladium window and a 3 piece ensuite. The second and third bedrooms are also located on this level and are large enough in size for your children to share. Closet space is excellent in all three bedrooms. This home has been professionally painted and is well decorated throughout. You will find that the yard is fully enclosed and ready for the kids with a substantial deck and an impressive play house. The basement is unfinished but insulated and ready for drywall, including rough-ins for a downstairs bath. When you do bring the drywall in, you’ll be pleased to discover that the basement windows are oversized and will accommodate a full 4x8 sheet! Central air, a high efficiency furnace and rough-in for central vac complete the technical picture. Call Carson or Joanne at (519) 503-1355 to arrange a viewing or watch for open house announcements on this site!

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Not just diamonds, crystals are very common in our lives Q.

From a Cleveland reader: “When the fireworks start, why does my dog shake and run for cover?”

Strange But True

A.

Most dogs do not react to the simple popping offireworks but rather to the deeper sounds, like the boom ofa starburst or the roar of distant rockets, answers psychologist Stanley Coren of the University of British Columbia. It has to do with the low-frequency sounds that seem to come from above and sound to the dog like another dog growling, only this dog is very loud and the sound comes from on high, meaning the unseen dog must be very large and threatening.

This is the same reason why some dogs react negatively to thunder. “A dog big enough to give that kind of growl from that high above them must be one scary dog.”

What is that in your yard flashing the “teeth of a lion,” so to speak?

Q.

A.

Can you see the teeth in a dandelion? asks Anu Garg in The Dord, The Diglot, and an Avacado or Two. The word “dandelion” is from the French “dent-delion,” meaning “tooth of a lion”-- since its leaves look like the sharp teeth of the fearsome animal.

Which crystals are for rich folks and which are for the rest of us?

Q.

Bill & Rich Sones

A.

Crystals are repeating three-dimensionalarrangements of atoms, ions or molecules, formed of almost any solid material, says Rebecca Coffey in “Discover” magazine.

The crystals of coveted gemstones are measured by the “carat” (from the Greek “keration” or “carob bean”), which is the standard for weighing small quantities, equal to about .007 ounce. When Richard Burton bought Elizabeth Taylor the heart-shaped Taj-Mahal diamond, he is said to have bragged, “It has so many carats, it’s almost a turnip.”

A “fancy intense pink” diamond recently went for a world record $46 million at auction. The Cullinan diamond is the largest known gem-quality diamond ever found. It weighed 3,106 carats (nearly a pound and a half) when discovered in South Africa in 1905 but has since been cut into more than 100 stones.

For us commoners is crystallized sodium chloride, or “salt,” with enough dissolved in the oceans to make a cube

165 miles on each side. There’s also sugar: each American eats more than 130 pounds per year, feeding our epidemics of obesity, tooth decay and high blood pressure.

You know about warring humankind letting “loose the dogs of war,” but how about “the bugs of war”?

Q.

A.

Fifty years ago, following the launch of the Soviet satellite Sputnik, the U.S. Department of Defense formed the Defense Advanced Research Project Agency (DARPA), which developed stealth aircraft and an early version of the Internet, says Amy Stewart in Wicked Bugs: The Louse That Conquered Napoleon’s Army & Other Diabolical Insects.

These days, DARPA researchers have also turned their attention to insects, seeking to implant computer chips inside caterpillars before they metamorphose into moths or butterflies so they can be directed into enemy locations to transmit intelligence without detection.

Interestingly, bees and wasps have been used as weapons for thousands of years. In ancient times, hurling a beehive or wasp nest at an enemy was an effective way to wreak havoc and send even fierce warriors running. Early

Greek writings on warfare described the practice of building tunnels under enemy walls and releasing the bugs there. Also, the use of catapults to hurl hives over enemy walls goes back at least to Roman times, continuing through the Middle Ages.

In the “race” for global communication penetration, one of the contestants was the “tortoise” and one the “hare.”

Can you guess what these animals symbolize?

Q.

A.

As a column reader, you are almost surely one of the world’s 1.5 billion Internet users, or a hare. It took the tortoise-like telephone seven decades to go from 1% to 75% penetration of North American households, says David G. Myers in Social Psychology. Yet access to the Internet reached the 75% figure in only about seven years. Half of European Union citizens, 3 in 4 Americans, and more than 4 in 5 Canadians and Australians enjoy e-mail, web surfing and also likely participate in listservs, news groups, or chat rooms (Internetworldstats.com).

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With Love from Your Family DEATH NOTICE

>>GOLLEY, Glenn Cassels – At Wingham & District Hospital

on Tuesday, August 20, 2011. Mr. Glenn Golley of RR4 Wingham, age 84 years. Local realtive is his sister Dorothy Thornton of St. Jacobs.

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>>2011 7 Wellesley Soap Box Classic; 2 p.m. (Labour Day). Start: Ramp opposite First St Paul’s Lutheran Church, Nafziger Road, Finish: Nafziger Road at Lawrence Street. Four race classes – ages 8 and up. Come out for an afternoon of racing and fun. More information visit www. wellesleyboardoftrade.com. th

>>Wellesley Lions Fishing Derby Message

The Wellesely Lions Labour Day Fishing Derby will be held again on Sept. 5 at the Albert Erb Conservation Area. A prize of $150 will be offered for the first angler to catch the tagged fish. A great prize table and food booth will be included. Registration begins at 9 a.m.; $7 per angler. Anglers over 16 must have a valid fishing license. All proceed go to fund youth-oriented activities in the village.

SEPTEMBER 6

>>Caregiver Coffee Hour 10-11:30 a.m. at Chateau Gardens LTC., Elmira. This group is comprised of those caring for family members who have Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. For more information call Lorraine at Woolwich Community Health Centre 519-664-3794 or Cara at the Alzheimer’s Society 519-742-1422.

SEPTEMBER 7

>>Storytime for Children ages 3-5 years old at Bloomingdale Branch of the Region of Waterloo Library. Join us for stories and fun activities on Wednesdays, Sept. 7, 14, 21, Oct. 5 and 12 from 1:30-2:15 p.m. Space is limited. For more information call the library 519-745-3151.

SEPTEMBER 8

>>Caregivers Support 10-11:15 a.m. Come

join this informal group of caregivers who are acquainted with the struggles you experience. This is an opportunity to meet with others who are in similar situations and to share care giving tips and coping strategies. Call Lorraine at 519-664-3794.

Meet at the Woolwich Community Health Centre, 10 Parkside Dr., St. Jacobs.

>>H.U.G.S. Program – 9:15-11:15 a.m.

Come meet with other parents to discuss parenting and child health issues. Topic: Developmental and behavioural milestones birth to 5 years. Christine Tofflemire N.P. and Karen Reitzel R.D. will present. No registration required. Held at Woolwich Community Health Centre, 10 Parkside Drive, St. Jacobs. Call Heidi at 519-6643794, ext. 237 for more information.

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>>A Life To Live – Help support and bring hope to those currently struggling with suicide. Presented by Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council in conjunction with World Suicide Prevention Day. 7-9 p.m. at Trinity United Church, 21 Arthur St. N., Elmira. Sheila M. Stevenson, life health coach speaks of promoting hope, preventing suicide. Musical entertainment presented by local musician Nichelle Bauman.

Refreshments to follow, free will offering.

All proceeds from this event will be donated to the Waterloo Regional Suicide Prevention Council. Everyone welcome. For more information please contact Cathy ReadWilson 519-573-4358.

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SEPTEMBER 10

>>Heidelberg Fun Day 4-10 p.m. at 2915 Lobsinger Line. Games, food, raffle, music.

Contact Angela 519-699-5417 for more information or to donate a raffle prize.

SEPTEMBER 11

>>Call

all former students of S.S. #28 Victoria School for their second reunion to be held at 1 p.m. Please bring any school pictures, memorabilia, stories, favourite potluck dish, refreshments and lawn chairs.

This will be held at the home of Danny and Diane Strickler, 467 St. Charles St. E., Maryhill. Let other family and friends know.

RSVP to dstrickler@continuum.org or 519648-2432.

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SHARON GINGRICH 519.291.6763 psgingrich@hotmail.ca

>>Elvis Gospel Tribute, 7 p.m. Everyone welcome, no tickets required. Doug McKenzie in tribute to Elvis. Waterloo North Presbyterian Church, 400 Northfield Dr. West.

Free-will offering, wheelchair accessible. For more information call 519-888-7870. >>Hungryman’s

Breakfast with the 1st Elmira Venturers. Serving 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Elmira Legion, 11 First St. E.

SEPTEMBER 12

>>Making Baby Food

1-3 p.m. – Join a Registered Dietitian at Woolwich Community Health Centre and learn about the foods that are good for your baby’s age and stage, how to choose, make and store baby food and ways to avoid “picky eating”. Session will be held at WCHC, 10 Parkside Drive, St. Jacobs.

Call 519-664-3794 for more information.

SEPTEMBER 15

>>Weekly Bingo! 7 p.m., at Elmira Lions Hall,

40 South St. Elmira. Thurs. Sept. 15, Sept. 22, Oct. 6, Oct. 13. All proceeds to support the many projects of the Lions Club Of Elmira. For more information call 519-500-1434.

SEPTEMBER 16

>>Games Night 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Elmira Branch Library. Join us for a fun evening of board games. Play or watch Mystery Games such as Clue, MindTrap, CSI: the board game and more! Free event. Chess, Checkers and Scrabble will also be available at the desk.

For more information call the Region of Waterloo Library, Elmira Branch 519-6695477.

SEPTEMBER 17

>>St. Mary’s, Linwood and St. Joseph’s, Macton Beef and Pork Dinner. Linwood Rec. Complex. Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner at 6. Door prizes and draws. Adults $12 in advance, $14 at the door. Kids 5-12 $6.00 Under 5 are free. Contact Gloria Kittle at 519698-2577. >>Gale Presbyterian Church is hosting their

third annual gala. This exciting fundraising event takes place in the wonderful atmosphere of The Gardens. Enjoy live music and great food. Limited space available. Call 519-669-2852 for more information.

SEPTEMBER 18

>>Two-hour

hike and geocaching on the Lions Lake Trail near Floradale 2 pm. Discover geocaching: the adventure that uses GPS to locate hidden “caches” around the world. Join hike leader and geocacher John Robinson for an introduction to this exciting trend. Meet in the parking lot near the dam.

Please contact Paul Miller at 519-664-3643 to confirm meeting times and locations. www.healthywoolwich.org.

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» JAMES JACKSON

Demolition complete, work gets underway on new seniors’ apartments in Elmira

MAKING IT OFFICIAL The official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new seniors’

apartment building on Church Street West in Elmira was held Monday. In attendance were, from left, Roman Kowalik and Art Gysbers of Cameo Homes, architect Lawrie Carter, mayor Todd Cowan, township staff members Laurel Davies Snyder and Rae Ann Bauman, and planning consultant Brian Shantz.

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Continuing a summertime tradition

» JAMES JACKSON

Arrr, there be pirates here

JUST LIKE JACK The Elmira Library held a treasure hunt and Jack Sparrow lookalike contest last THIRST-QUENCHING Residents and passersby looking for a cool treat in Conestogo last weekend could Thursday night as part of its “Splash! Celebrate Summer” TD Summer Reading Program. Alayne Langerak M&T Business Card Ad:Layout 1 04/03/09 10:22 AM Page 1 (left) was named the winner of the competition, which also included Gabriel and Abbie Hicknell.

turn to this lemonade stand on Sawmill Road, where Dylan Creelman (right), Reid Ernst (centre) and Liam Ernst were selling lemonade and orange tang for $0.50 per glass. They had already sold about 20 cups by noon on Friday.

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