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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2012
Inside BRRRRRRRRR!
It was a cold wait for that Jolly Old Elf!
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TIGGER TAILGAITIN’
Marmora welcomes Santa in style.
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CP HOLIDAY TRAIN
Train brings good music and benefits.
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CHRISTMAS 1830
Past comes to life at O’Hara Mill.
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Santa arrived in Marmora for parade
By Judy Backus
EMC Events - Marmora The pre-parade excitement was palpable at the fairgrounds on December 1 as participants lined up around the track in preparation for the annual event designed to welcome Santa to town. Pipers of the Rogues of Northumberland tried to keep the chill at bay as they warmed up prior to the 2 p.m. start, with most opting to wear leg coverings under their traditional kilts. Meanwhile, along main street, many of the observers chose to remain within the warmth of their parked vehicles, while others braved the wintry temperatures, sipping coffee or hot chocolate. Led by the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 237 colour party, the procession wound its way through town with candy being handed to the little ones who lined the streets. Stuffed novelties which had been cleaned and refurbished by members of the United Church, were also featured, as members of the local Guides handed out cuddly novelties to the little ones. The procession, which again was organized through the efforts of the Marmora Crowe Valley Lions Club, featured representation from many local organizations and businesses, with the annual presence of the Belleville Shriners and their manned mini-vehicles which zoom back and forth along the route. There were horses, clowns, fire trucks, and a wonderfully refurbished Zamboni, with a second band, the RCSCC Quinte sea Cadets playing Christmas music, including the very familiar Rudolph, accompanied by the sound of crashing cymbals. When the parade looped its way back to the fairgrounds, it was time to head to the community centre where Santa had a chance to visit with the children and take note of their Christmas wishes. Some were eager, while others needed a bit of encouragement from nearby parents. Thanks to members of the Lions Club, there were hot dogs for all along with a warming cup of hot chocolate and a bag filled with sweet goodies.
Santa, whose arrival as usual marked the end of the parade held in his honour, made his way through town in a bright red sleigh, waving to the crowds, and wishing all a Merry Christmas. Photo: Judy Backus
CVCA preparing for the future, increased costs
By Richard Turtle
EMC News - Stirling With the approval of a Long Range Plan (LRP) for the Crowe Valley Conservation Authority, which includes meeting Dam Survey Safety Recommendations from 2005 and 2008, comes a significantly larger budget, and the money has to come from somewhere. Barry Rand, chair of the authority’s LRP Committee, attended council this week to present the plan that would see a six
per cent increase to the municipal levy. And that could potentially be an annual increase for as much as five years. But after 20 years of underfunding and a “make-do culture,” he says, improvements are required to ensure the safety of the Belmont Dam and the workers there. While Stirling-Rawdon councillors concede the dollar amount is minimal as the municipality pays only a small portion of the overall Crowe Valley levy, a six
per cent increase is difficult to justify when other departments are being asked to hold the line. Council did admit it was a concern worthy of funding but, says Mayor Rodney Cooney, with millions of dollars in municipal bridge work required in the coming years, there are also other financial considerations. It would be a great idea to have regular family skating on the mill pond, complete with lights and
music, council says, but liability issues may make it prohibitive. Stirling and District Lions Club Fundraising Chair Ruth Potts spoke as a delegation to council Monday night asking about the possibility of adding a skating element to the Hog Fest activities planned for later this winter. She explained she was largely there to gather information in order that the club might consider their options. Please see “CVCA” on page 2
Please see “Parade” on page 12
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