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After so many years spent in the Perth & District Indoor Pool, former Olympian, Mike Brown can now be found on dry land while working in his new position as aquatics coordinator for the Town of Perth.

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EMC News - Mike Brown fans will be thrilled to learn the former Olympian will soon be working full time at the Perth & District Indoor Pool in his new position as aquatics coordinator. A Perth native, Brown has spent the past several years in Calgary while attending university and training for the Olympics. Having returned to Perth to settle down, Brown said he is looking forward to living and working in the community where he grew up. Brown will be taking on a managerial role that has been in flux since the previous manager left in Sept. 2012. The position was temporarily filled by Town of Perth staff member, Colleen Keeley, who will be vacating the position on March 1. Brown will be training one day each week beginning in January and February before increasing to full time hours on March 1. As a former Olympic swimmer Brown has at his disposal

a lifetime of experience generated by time spent in and around pools, and brings a wealth of relevant skills to his new position. His education includes a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies from the University of Calgary as well as a minor in Business Administration. Brown explained that during his quest for an Olympic medal, swimming was a full time job for him, requiring commitment to training 24/7. He says he feels the same commitment and dedication needed to embark on an Olympic career will bode well in the working world. “Everything I put into my swimming career I will now be putting into the Perth pool,” Brown said, adding, “sports are amazing… a lot of qualities transfer from sports to the work world.” Brown admits he has a lot to learn before embarking on his new position full time, but that he already has plans for the areas in which he would

like to see improvement, namely the elevation of the profile for the facility. Brown outlined plans to visit area schools and promote the pool to students and faculty, hopefully improving knowledge of programming offered at the pool in the process. “I want kids to go home after the presentations and say to their parents, I want to go to the pool, or I want to take swimming lessons,” Brown said. Water safety is also particularly important to Brown, who feels a community pool should work towards increasing those skills, especially in a region like Perth which is surrounded by bodies of water. Although Brown said he hasn’t touched the water since April 2012, he is confident swimming will be something he will want to get back into. He explained it is common for athletes recently retired from a sport to take a step back and a break from the sport to which they have dedicated their lives. “I took my breather and

have been drawn back into the pool world,” Brown said. As aquatics coordinator, Brown will be responsible for managing staff schedules, marketing, sponsorship, program implementation and other related duties. Although Brown said he will be leaving existing programming in place for the time being, he plans on speaking with patrons to get a better idea of their programming interests. He confirmed the popular March Break Day Camp and Summer Day Camp programs will stay. In an email to staff advising them of the staffing change, Shellee Evans, Director of Community Services, stressed that Brown has “an extremely strong background in the Aquatics Field having been a two-time Olympic athlete for the Canadian National Swim Team. Mike exemplifies hard work, dedication and commitment in achieving objectives and will be a valued member on the Community Services Team.”

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EMC News – The community of Lanark Highlands is gearing up for the Frosty Fling Jan. 25 to 27 with a variety of events for the entire family. Events include Teen Movie and Pizza Night at the Lanark Highlands Youth Centre on Friday evening starting at 5:30 p.m. The Lanark Civitan Club is hosting its Old Time Talent Night with supper at 6 p.m. and dancing at 8 p.m. with a cost of $12 per person. Entertainers get in free. Also on Friday Middleville is the place to be if you would like to participate in a crokinole tournament or come out to watch. This starts at 7:30 p.m. with registration of $5 per person at 613-256-3979. Saturday starts with a hungry man breakfast at the Lanark Legion on George Street, then lunch with Frosty at the Civitan from noon until 1 p.m. After lunch join in the fun with children’s entertainer, Doug Barr, for some foot stomping, hand clapping musical fun. Saturday evening’s main event is the skating carnival at the Lanark arena. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. with opening ceremonies starting at 6:30 p.m. and a skating demonstration by local figure skaters. The carnival contests are for costumes, races, the crowning of the princess and prince, games, etc. with a prize for every child in costume. Admission is free for children under 12 and for adults – a donation of nonperishable food or monetary donation to the Lanark Food Pantry would be appreciated. After the carnival, there will be a teen dance on ice until 10:30 p.m. Skate to your favourite tunes. Sunday’s events take place at the Civitan Club in Lanark starting with a pancake brunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Take a ride on a horse drawn wagon from 1 to 2 p.m., join in the outdoor games, and bring your sleds and crazy carpets for sliding (weather permitting). Activities are free, but donations to the Food Pantry will also be gladly accepted. Submitted by the Lanark Highlands Frosty Fling Committee

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The Legendary Patsy Cline tribute coming Parks Canada seeks feedback before lifting to Perth, Kemptville and Smiths Falls EMC Entertainment – In the early ’60s, recording star Patsy Cline took country music uptown, with songs like “I Fall To Pieces,” “Walking After Midnight” and, Willie Nelson’s timeless “Crazy” which became the top jukebox hit of all time. In the process, she created a new musical genre, successfully melding, country, pop and blues styles, like no one before and became the standard by which female country singers are judged to this day. Her concerts were sell-outs and her performances on The Grand Ol’ Opry were popular with millions, in the U.S. and Canada. Her records reached the top of both the country and pop charts and are still popular today, despite her untimely death in a 1963 plane crash. I first witnessed Amberley Beatty’s Legendary Patsy Cline show at the famous Lancaster Opera House, in upstate New York. Her personification of Patsy Cline was so accurate and so deep, it took my breath away. As a longtime Cline fan, I had difficulty taking it all in. The lady “talked the talk” and “walked the walk,” nailing every nuance of every song, centre-stage with the smooth Sweet Dreams, or strolling through the aisles, singing and joking with the audience, as Cline did. Trend Records is pleased to present The Legendary Patsy Cline tribute starring Amberley Beatty & The Sweet Dreams, in concert at three locations throughout the region and tickets are $30, including all taxes and fees. First up is Friday, Jan. 25, at 8 p.m. at the Studio Theatre in Perth and tickets can be purchased at Shadowfax (613-267-6817) or 1-800-518-2729. The next evening, Saturday, Jan. 26 at 8 p.m., the show will be in Kemptville at the North Grenville Municipal Centre and tickets can be purchased from Class Axe Guitars (613258-9119) or at the municipal centre. The last opportunity to see The Legendary Patsy Cline is Sunday, Jan. 27 at 2 p.m. at the Station Theatre in Smiths Falls. Tickets for this show are available at Special Greetings in Smiths Falls (613-283-2244).

freeze on user fees EMC News - Parks Canada has launched public consultations on proposed fee adjustments which will end the five-year Parks Canada fee freeze currently in place. The revenue that is earned from user fees directly supports the quality services that visitors enjoy at national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas. “I invite Canadians to visit the Parks Canada website (www.parkscanada. gc.ca) to have a look at our fee proposals,” said Alan Latourelle, Chief Executive Officer for Parks Canada. “I believe that what we have proposed is a very reasonable approach to ensuring services and programs for visitors remain economically viable and of the high quality visitors expect, and that Canadians continue to have memorable and meaningful experiences when they visit their treasured places.” Parks Canada is proposing that future fee adjustments be in accordance with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in order to respond to annual inflationary operational costs. Most fees will be limited to an adjustment not exceeding the twoyear cumulative percentage of the average CPI. This would occur in two-year intervals thereafter, beginning in 2013. At some Parks Canada places, new fees are being proposed for new services and other fee adjustments may occur for unique loca-

tion-specific services to ensure they can be delivered in the future. While there will be some moderate fee adjustments, other fees may be reduced according to the level of service. To support Canadians and tourism businesses during a difficult economic period, Parks Canada fees have been frozen at 2008 levels until March 31, 2013. For visitors, the fee freeze will end after any proposed fees have been tabled in Parliament following public consultation. The fee freeze will extend 18 months after the fee consultation processes are complete for commercial operators. Parks Canada has more than 3,300 fees for diverse services such as park and site entry, camping, interpretive programs, boat lockage, facility rentals, etc. These revenues are invested in the sites to help pay for the range of quality services and facilities that visitors use and enjoy. The expense of providing services to visitors continues to increase as a result of higher energy and other operational costs. Parks Canada works to ensure Canada’s historic and natural heritage is protected and, through a network of 44 national parks, 167 national historic sites, and four national marine conservation areas, invites Canadians and people around the world to engage in personal moments of inspiring discovery at the country’s treasured natural and historic places.

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EMC News – Get ready for more heat, more rain, and less available water in the next century. While it certainly is long, long term forecasting, a study carried out by Mississippi Valley Conservation is predicting that there will be less water to go around. “Because of the increase in temperatures, we are seeing an increase in evapotranspiration, which results in a 25 per cent reduction in available water,” said Paul Lehman, general manager of Mississippi Valley Conservation, speaking at a special conference looking at the impacts and lessons of the drought of 2012 at the Almonte Old Town Hall on Saturday, Jan. 12. “The type of drought conditions we saw this past year will start to become more prevalent.” Using the 1974 to 2002 as a base period, the study looked at three future periods: 2010 to 2039, 2040 to 2069 and 2070 to 2099. “As we project into the future, we will see an increase in precipitation but it won’t be significant,” said Lehman. “We are projecting increases in temperature pretty consistently throughout the year… (for) minimum temperatures, particularly in the winter, will increase the most.” With dryer conditions, Lehman warned that this could result in increased shoreline erosion and greater variability in summer water levels. “Our stream flows are going to change,” said Lehman. “We will see lower summer flows,” by as much as 44 per cent lower, “but we will see higher flows in fall and winter,” by as much as 70 per cent, with a greater risk of flooding in the fall and winter periods, with a 26 per cent

reduction in annual stream flows – at a time of rising water demands. “Higher water surface temperatures, we are starting to see that already,” said Lehman. In time, we will also see “lower flushing rates, which will ultimately degrade water quality.” One way in which these challenges could be met would be to increase reservoir capacity along the Mississippi River by 25 per cent. “It is a major, major undertaking,” admitted Lehman, who added that the MVC and other water agencies may have to use risk-based management strategies, while our culture of water usage – such as how we water crops and grass – will also have to change. However, Lehman cautioned that “the analysis we did is pretty preliminary. It is a preliminary risk assessment that only used one

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On her 100th birthday, Hilda Scott Davies, seated, greeted her daughter Mary, left, and son Neil at Maple View Lodge in Athens to celebrate her very special day.

Maple View Lodge resident celebrates 100 years over holidays EMC News – With a smile on her face, centenarian Hilda Scott Davies welcomed her lovely family and dear friends to her birthday party at Maple View Lodge in Athens. Among the guests who showered Hilda with love were her eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Born on Dec. 27, 1912, on a farm, west of Maxville, little did Hilda know that one day she would become a nurse. “Grandpa, her father died of cancer in the early ‘30’s,” said son Neil Scott. “Mom took care of him and he was impressed (by her tender attention) and he said, ‘Hilda, you have got to go to become a nurse,’ and so that prompted her to do that.” Hilda took the train from Cornwall to Brockville to enroll in a nursing program. She graduated in 1937. As a nurse, Hilda held a supervisory position and early on practiced her profession in the Cornwall Hospital. “Nursing was her whole life,” indicated Scott. Scott remembers his mother as a person who helped others. She delivered babies and sat up all night long with people

who were ill. Hilda met her future husband when Ted Scott was admitted to the hospital as a patient. “He lived north of Junetown,” said Scott. “One thing led to another and they got married.” There were three children in the family. Besides two sons Neil and the late Donald, there was also a daughter Mary. “They moved from the farm in Junetown in ’47 or ‘48,” offered Scott. “Dad had hurt his back and so they moved to Athens.” When asked about Hilda’s hobbies, Scott referred to collecting antiques, curling and the Maxville Highland Games. “In the early ‘70’s, she became very interested in antiques,” recalled Scott. “She went to auction sales, bought and sold antiques. Actually she started an antique store.” Besides her hobby of antiquing, Hilda also liked to curl while she lived in Maxville. Scott’s parents started the Anglican Church in Maxville which still exists to this day. “The Maxville Highland

Games were a great part of her life which started in 1948,” said Scott. “Until three years ago, she had only missed one attendance to the Games.” Although Hilda has been healthy most of her life, she has a low tolerance to chocolate and dairy products. “Mom eats a basic meal and is a very good sleeper,” said Scott. Hilda lived in her home for many years before entering the Van Horne Manor and has only been at Maple View Lodge for a year and a half. A memory that Scott shared and holds dear is the love that was shared in the family while growing up. “Like everyone else while we were growing up we didn’t have a lot of money, but we certainly had a lot of love in the house which was shared freely,” said Scott. “Mother and dad have always been very supportive of me, my sister and my brother.” Scott feels that his mother’s good genes have led her to this milestone in her life. “She is one of five girls,” said Scott. “Her sister died at the age of 93.” Happy Birthday Hilda!

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Watershed returns to normal EMC News – The Mississippi Valley Low Water Response Team (MVLWRT) has determined that conditions across the watershed warrant moving from the current Level I Low Water Conditions declaration (originally declared July 17, 2012) to a “normal” condition. Although tributaries and flows in the main river system are still below average for this time of year, conditions have improved enough across the watershed to declare the end of the current low water conditions. The warmer temperatures and forecasted rainfall amounts should not create significant runoff this weekend. Residents are advised to use extreme caution when venturing out onto ice-covered waterways. Mississippi Valley Conservation (MVC) will continue to monitor conditions and report new information as it becomes available. To learn more about Ontario’s Low Water Response program visit: www.mnr. g o v. o n . c a / e n / B u s i n e s s / Water/2ColumnSubPage/ STEL02_164583.html. Find tips on conserving water and daily water levels and flows and other information on the MVC website at www.mvc.on.ca. Submitted by Mississippi Valley Conservation.

affects our own community library. The first documented run by a woman across Canada had many challenges and rewards and Stott’s run across our country’s varied terrain, her encounters with animals and formidable weather, captures the imagination. She will document her background, training and the highs as well as the lows of

the run, and the aftermath of her ordeal. She has written a book for, and to inspire, young people – Heart of Gold, Will of Iron. Overcoming her many serious challenges provides food for thought. Goldman has been chief librarian of the local library since 2011. Technology affects the way people access information, and changes in

the philosophy and perception of libraries has created the possibility of a new type of community involvement. In the last two years the Perth Union Library has completed a strategic planning process to transform it into a true community hub. Goldman comes to the task with a varied background and set of skills. Find out about her, your

library and what plans there are to accomplish this transformative change. CFUW is an organization of women, linked regionally, nationally and internationally, promoting quality education, participation in public affairs concerning justice, human rights, social and environmental issues, and the improvement in the status of women – all in an

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EMC News – After a most successful Heritage Perth Christmas House Tour, thanks to our volunteers and the community at large, the public is now invited to come to the first meeting in the new year of the Canadian Federation of University Women – Perth and District (CFUW). This will take place on Jan. 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the Perth Legion Building (26 Beckwith St., E.,) when two dynamic women will speak – Guinness Book of Record’s Beryl Stott, talking of her cross-Canada run, and Elizabeth Goldman, chief executive officer (CEO), Perth and District Union Public Library, discussing the changes in the general perception of libraries and how this change in thinking

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Strike it ‘big’ for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County Feb. 23 Big Brothers Big Sisters office and register their team. Each team receives a kit that includes pledge sheets, and is encouraged to raise funds to support the agency’s mentoring programs. Teams book a lane through the agency and then come out and bowl on Feb. 23 where there are prizes, music, and a lot of laughs. Don’t worry if you’re not a bowler – it’s a fun time where neighbours come together for a great cause! Remember – it’s not about the bowling! Your team can be as small as two people or as large as your whole company or large family. There is room for all, and every dollar matters. For teams participating in Bowl for Kids, funds can also be raised on line, which makes asking for money a whole lot easier! Corporate sponsors have covered all the overhead costs of the event, which means that all funds raised by teams go directly to fund mentoring programs for local children.

These sponsors include: Tim Hortons, Crain & Schooley Insurance Brokers, Prodecal, Cogeco, Hinton Dodge Chrysler, EMC Record News, Lake 88, TD Canada Trust Carleton Place, Impression Printing and Jack FM. The agency faced a real dilemma this year when preparing for their event. “We found out the Perth bowling alley closed and we were devastated,” says Jennifer Miller, executive director for the agency. “The Perth community raises a lot of money for our agency and we needed to come up with a solution quickly.” The agency has arranged to have a Nintendo Wii bowling event at the Perth Civitan Club, which will replace the need for the Perth bowling alley. Those preferring to bowl the traditional way can bowl in Smiths Falls or Carleton Place. “We are hopeful that Perth supporters remember that we really need them to still par-

ticipate and that they try our new way of doing things. We know it’s going to be a whole lot of fun!” adds Miller. Bowl for Kids is a Canadian tradition from coast to coast. It is the principal fundraising effort for the majority of Big Brother Big Sister agencies associated with the national organization. In Lanark County, the Bowl for Kids event takes place in Perth (at the Civitan Club from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.), Smiths Falls (Gratton Lanes from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and Carleton Place (Vision Lanes from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) For those interested in supporting the agency there are a number of ways to do so, including: • Entering a team – round up friends, family, coworkers, and call the Big Brothers Big Sisters office. It’s a great time for a great cause! • Making a donation – donate online, go to the office, pledge a bowler. Every dollar counts!

• Donate a door prize – they add to the fun of the day for the participants. Funds raised go to help children reach their full potential through consistent, dependable and non-conditional adult friendship. Over the years hundreds of children in Lanark County have benefited from these relationships and the adults involved have overwhelmingly expressed their enthusiasm for the friendship they have enjoyed. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County began in 1973 and has been providing one-on-one and group mentoring programs to children throughout the county ever since. They are celebrating 40 years in Lanark County this

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Big Brothers Big Sisters plan 2013 Bowl for Kids Sake to 10:30 p.m.) for five-pin bowling and on Feb. 24 at The Bowling Centre in Brockville (9 a.m. to 7 p.m.) for 10-pin bowling. We are asking for your assistance to ensure the success of this worthwhile and fun event. We are celebrating over 30 years of serving children. Unlocking a child’s true potential creates a future where anything’s possible. You too, can start something, why not

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Classic harpist to perform at MERA (Celtic) harp competitions, she has created five CDs, which include many of her original compositions. She tours internationally giving concerts, workshops, master classes, adjudications and performing in numerous festivals and concert series across North America and in Europe. Wallace is on the faculty of York University teaching Classical and folk harps, and is the principal harpist with Kingston, Guelph and Oakville Symphonies. www. sharlenewallace.com Cafe MERA will be presenting their usual tasty treats before the show and at

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EMC News – The MacDonalds Corners Elphin Recreational and Arts group will present some songs of the heart this month. On Jan. 20 harpist Sharlene Wallace will be presenting a wide range of music on her Celtic and classical harps, as well as a unique insider’s view of the instruments and their histories. Her program promises to be one of beauty, inspiration and fun as she has a wonderful sense of humour. Wallace is both a classical harpist and one of Canada’s most prolific and influential Celtic harp players. Winner of two international lever

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EMC Events – Ever wonder what small thing you could do to help children and families right here in your town? It doesn’t have to be big and complicated, it can be as simple as a game of bowling. Gather your friends, your family or your co-workers and get ready for a fun day! Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County are proud to present their 33rd annual Tim Hortons Bowl for Kids Sake on Feb. 23. This is the signature fundraising event for the local agency, and they aim to raise $70,000 to help fund their local mentoring programs. Bowl for Kids is the agency’s largest fundraiser with over 20 per cent of its annual operating budget coming from this event. The agency is currently recruiting teams to raise some money and bowl in this important event. Bowl for Kids is a straight forward fundraiser – interested participants can call the

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SWEET SOUNDS EMC News – Violinist Katie Stevens was one of the special guests at the Kelly Sloan Vaudeville Show held Dec. 22 at Almonte Old Town Hall. Stevens was recently awarded the assistant concertmaster chair with the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra. Submitted photo

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Teachers won’t be only workers with imposed contracts DEAR EDITOR: I feel the time has come for me to speak out on behalf of a group in Ontario society that has been singled out for special persecution: those dedicated men and women entrusted with the education of our youth. On Thursday, Jan. 3 Education Minister Laurel Broten (unfortunately, there is no “Hardy” on the team) announced plans to impose a contract on the province’s teachers. The last time I checked, a “contract” was something mutually agreed upon. Surely it is misleading to describe what’s happening to Ontario teachers as a contract. To make matters even more interesting, the minister also intends to repeal Bill 115, the legislation the Liberal government cynically calls the “Putting Students First” act. As one union leader was quoted as saying, that is very much like bringing back capital punishment in order to get rid of one especially troublesome individual, and then abolishing it again. What we are really seeing here is a pre-election ploy that has gone seriously off the rails. Instead of making a serious, concerted effort to reduce the Ontario deficit by implementing the recommendations in the Drummond Report –a report this government commissioned, after all – the Liberals decided instead to cut costs by singling out one group it believed wouldn’t have a lot of sympathy from the general public. With all due respect, ladies and gentlemen, what the hell did they think would happen?

Those who are prepared to swallow government propaganda whole believe that this entire dispute is taking place because teachers won’t accept a wage freeze. The reality is that unions quite some time ago stopped fighting for better wages, and are fighting just to maintain the rights they have won for their members over many decades. There is a principle at stake here: do public sector workers still have the right to collective bargaining, or don’t they? If the province is at risk from crippling debt – and there seems to be little doubt that is true – then why should one group bear the brunt of a token effort to impress those who take this problem seriously. It would be far better to take the time to develop a rational approach to reduce government spending all across the board, in all sectors. Coverage of the ongoing dispute has tended to attract such inciteful online comments as: “I don’t care about the government or the teachers, so it doesn’t matter to me what happens.” But regardless of whether you think teachers are overpaid or have too much time off, or not, there is a larger principle at stake. History has shown that when the public stands by apathetically while one group’s rights are trampled, it won’t be long until other groups are next. If it turns out that contracts aren’t really worth the paper they are written on, teachers won’t be the only workers in the province who will be up in arms. Just wait and see. Chris Must Smiths Falls

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Giving hope gets harder EMC Editorial – It’s surely a sign of the financial times. Both locally and nationally, Salvation Army campaigns have fallen short of their fundraising targets. The familiar Christmas programs, involving volunteers ringing bells and encouraging shoppers to drop their change into the ‘kettles’ placed in various businesses, failed to meet expectations. With that, valuable programs and services offered throughout the year are threatened due to the lack of funding. According to a letter from Major Faith Cameron of the Mississippi Rideau Lakes campaign, the effort to raise $275,000 missed the mark by almost $60,000. It was a similar tale in the Kemptville area where fundraising last month was also off by almost 20 per cent compared to the previous year. While the kettles were actually up marginally, the mail-in campaign raised less than $15,000. That’s well down from the more than $28,000 brought in last year and only a fraction of the $45,000 the Salvation Army had hoped to bring in. Nationally, the 2,000 kettles were busy through much of November and December but also came up short – by almost $400,000 – of the corps’ $21 million goal. This is clearly an issue resulting from a tough economy. We can’t imagine a scenario in which Canadians would turn their back on an organization that does so much good across the country, helping those most in need in our communities. But with personal debt loads growing to unprecedented levels, job security in flux and rising costs for everything from food to hydro on the rise, the money simply is not there. The challenge is that the demand for services is on the rise. In Kemptville alone, the Salvation Army has seen an 84 per cent rise in the number of clients over the past two years. It will force the organization to find ways to make up for missed revenues, squeeze whatever it can from already tight budgets or even make some unwelcome cuts. “Without reaching this year’s fundraising goal, The Salvation Army will work harder than ever to make every dollar stretch further and will continue to meet demand at our programs,” said Graham Moore, Public Relations and Development Secretary for The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda. For more on the Salvation Army, its programs and services, visit www.salvationarmy.ca.

Nothing was wasted in the Depression era EMC Lifestyle - That day, my sister Audrey was taken out of school. And of course, because I, so much younger, refused to go to school without her, was allowed to stay home too. Audrey was needed in the kitchen. It was the day Mr. Briscoe would arrive with his circular saw mounted on a flat-bottom sleigh for a day of cutting wood. The gang of neighbours who would arrive early in the morning, in cutters or sleighs, would have to be fed their dinner...sometimes 15 or 20 men with big appetites and Mother needed all the help she could get. It would have taken many weeks for Father to bring the cut trees out of the bush and stack them in the barn yard. The neighbours would start to arrive early and get right to the job at hand. It was one of my most favourite days. I would plant myself in the kitchen window on a chair, making sure I had cleared a

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spot of frost from the middle pane, so that I could watch the men at work. It took several men to feed the logs into the circular saw, another few to catch the flying wood, and still another few to throw them onto our waiting sleigh or stone boat, whichever was handy. The cut pieces were hauled to the back door of the shed, and tossed in a heap. It would be my brother’s chore, over several Saturdays, to stack the cut wood into neat and high rows in the shed. The wood was then close at hand to the kitchen wood box, which I had to keep filled for the Findlay Oval cook stove. A job which I hated with a

passion. No one had to be told when it was time to come for the noon meal. And it was Mother’s job to make sure it was ample, piping hot, and a meal the farmers were used to getting at noon hour. That meant, plain, home cooked, and plenty of it. The bake table would be full of pies, mostly raisin or apple. Mother would have been up late the night before baking them to free the oven for the dinner the next day. Early in the morning, into the Findlay Oval would go a roast of pork or beef that was the full of the largest roast pan we owned. Sitting in big aluminum pots would be enough pota-

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toes to feed half of Renfrew County, and pots of turnips and carrots would be cooked and ready for mashing just before the men came in for their meal. Of course, white porcelain pots would be simmering with green tea on the back of the stove. It was my job to set the kitchen table, and another small table that usually held baking pans and extra cutlery. The red-checked oilcloth had to be wiped and dried, and the big white cups and saucers, the ones we got free in bags of puffed wheat, set beside each plate. While the men filed into the kitchen, my sister Audrey would already be filling bowls with potatoes and vegetables, and big platters of sliced meat would be put at the ends of the tables. By the time the last man had washed up in one of the two basins of hot soapy water on the bench at the back door, the water was black. There wasn’t much thought given

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to germs back then. Rich brown gravy was poured from milk jugs. And it didn’t take long for the men to wipe their plates clean with slices of homemade bread. The pies were cut in four, and without benefit of clean plates, the men slid a whopping piece onto their dinner plates and it wasn’t unusual for second helpings all around. Most of the day would be spent by the time the last log was fed into the circular saw, and it was time for the men to head back to their own farms for the evening chores. Wood sawing day continued up and down the Northcote Side Road until every farm had been tended to. It was the neighbourly thing to do back in those Depression years. And then my three brothers would be home from school, and after getting out of their school clothes and into their work clothes, they

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headed right for the barn and the chores. Father’s overalls would be covered with sawdust and splinters of wood, but there was no changing for him until he was finished in the barns. It always amazed me how he could sit right down at the supper table and pile his plate high with whatever was left over from the noon meal, just like he hadn’t eaten in days. The next day I would wander over to where the sawing had taken place, and wade through the pile of sawdust that had been left behind. And long before recycling and reusing were common phrases, the sawdust was carried over to the ice house, and added to the sleighloads brought from the saw mill, covering the blocks brought up from the frozen Bonnechere weeks before. It was an era when nothing was wasted.

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Lanark Wild Food Club has several interesting activities planned this winter sealer and any other preserving equipment that might be available. Survival walk On Feb. 16, Chad Clifford, an experienced teacher of outdoor skills and environmental education, will lead a Survival Walk at Cliffland, located at the end of Hills of Peace Road, at 10 a.m. with registration beginning at 9:30 a.m. The focus of this walk will be animal recognition, animal tracking and building a figure four deadfall trap for survival. To find the location from Perth: Take Highway 511 north to Brightside, about six kilometres north of Hopetown. Turn left onto the

French Line and there is a sign to Clyde Forks and Flower Station. Follow the signs to Flower Station (20 kilometres from Brightside). At the bottom of a steep hill coming into Flower Station, there will be a sign for Hills of Peace Road, which is to the right. Follow it to the end (about two kilometres). To reach the destination from Almonte: Continue west to the junction of Highway 511 and turn right. The directions from there are the same as above. Dogs are welcome if under control. Bring a lunch, but hot coffee and tea will be provided. This walk is ideal for young teens who are capable of handling a

small pocket knife. Family Day ice fishing On Feb. 18, Erik Vandusen will lead a Family Day ice fishing event to be held on the north shore of Mississippi Lake. More details are to come, but jigs, line and bait will be provided, but those interested should bring their own lunch, hot beverage and your dog if you so desire. Please no alcohol. The walk starts at 2 p.m. and runs until 6 p.m. The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources allows license-free fishing on Family Day so don’t worry about that. To get there, follow Highway 7 east from Perth and turn right on Concession

9A. Follow this down to the public boat launch where you will see access to the ice huts on the lake.

Spiritual Cinema kicks off 65th edition EMC News – Spiritual Cinema’s two short stories kick off the 65th edition of films in Perth. They answer two questions: what is a spiritual film and reflect on how demanding our fast-paced lives have become. (Short) Mira: When an older woman is stranded in her car at night and her phone can’t get a signal on a remote road, she is understandably nervous about accepting help. Yet she desperately needs it. Could there be more to the chance meeting that occurs than we know? It’s 13 min-

utes in English and Spanish Feature, The Letter Writer: A poignant story about two people, one near the end of life and the other near the beginning, whose lives intersect in a profound way. In our fast-paced world, do we still have a longing and appreciation for thoughtful tasks that take time and effort? A great family film. It’s 76 minutes in English. Written and directed by Christian Vuissa. There will be a brief intermission at 3 p.m. The films are playing at

McMartin House, 125 Gore St. E., Perth. Accessible ramp and comfortable seating are available. There is no charge, but small donations are welcomes. The group of filmgoers are enjoy sharing the experience of films that explore what it means to be a caring, questioning human. Bring your friends and your own refreshments. For more information, contact Jim Deacove 613 2674819, fp@superaje.com. Submitted by Jim Deacove.

You can register for any of our walks online at www. huntfishgather.com or by contacting Peter Fischl (peterfischl@mail.com or 613-2679557) or any members of the organizing committee. Please register early as participation in some walks may be limited. Organizing committee members include Howard Clifford, Erik Kafrissen, Peter Fischl and Glenn Drover. Everyone is welcome, but a suggested donation of $10 per person or $20 per family would be appreciated.

Dramatization On March 16, Howard Clifford will give a dramatization of the historical figure, John Muir, at 10 a.m. (registration begins at 9:30 a.m.), with a focus on winter edible wild survival food. Dogs are welcome if under control. Please bring a lunch. This will take place at the same spot as the Feb. 16 Survival Walk.

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inSPIRE Church is excited to announce that since January 6, 2013 we are meeting at our new location: Carambeck Community Centre 351 Bridge Street, Carleton Place

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Over the past year, we, at inSPIRE Church, have been privileged to serve our community in many practical ways, and it has always been our desire to have our church home located in Carleton Place. That door has ﬁnally opened up for us, and we are blessed to be able to hold services in the community that we call home! We have a vibrant children’s ministry that meets during our main service time, and a growing youth ministry that meets on Sunday nights as well. Would you be willing to come visit with us? You may ﬁnd it hard to not come back!

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EMC News – The Lanark Wild Food Club is a group of wild food enthusiasts sharing their expertise, enjoying the out of doors, meeting new friends and exchanging ideas from their varied backgrounds. A series of walks is planned in 2013, timed to experience the seasons. You will learn wilderness skills and the uses of wild plants, particularly those suitable for sustainable foraging. Keeping in mind that all participants are encouraged to contribute, we must consider and use with discretion, the information that is shared, even by our walk leaders. Each walk will have a different focus, depending on the season and the leader’s skills, knowledge and interests. The email list of members is growing rapidly. If you have a particular skill you would like to share with the club membership, please contact Peter Fischl at the email below. Beginners are welcome. The LWFC’s first fundraising event was held at the Lion’s Hall in Perth on Nov. 24. More than 160 people attended the seven-course wild food dinner, which was an overwhelming success. Many club members hunted, fished and gathered wild food ingredients from all over Lanark County over several months while others volunteered their services in the organization, preparation and presentation of both the dinner and silent auction. In excess of $4,000 was raised for the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust Conservancy (MMLTC). At the dinner, the MMLTC presented a certificate of appreciation to Barbara Gibson, Peter Fischl, Erik Kafrissen and Glenn Drover to honour their extraordinary contribution to promoting the values of nature and helping to involve and connect community members in a meaningful involvement in nature activities. The club would like to thank the many volunteers and donors who contributed to the wild food dinner. Without their contribution, the event would not have been possible. In particular, we wish to acknowledge the cooks and kitchen staff who turned delightfully natural food into extraordinary cuisine. Finally, we extend a heartfelt thanks to those individuals, young and old, who participated in the 2012 walks. The wide variety of food served at this event was collected and preserved by our members. If you would like to join this effort during the upcoming 2013 season, either on your own, or in a group, please contact Peter Fischl at peterfischl@mail.com. Fiddleheads, wild leeks, asparagus, mushrooms, puff balls, milkweed, pigweed, cattails, purslane, nuts and a wide variety of berries are required, to name only a few examples. The club is also in need of a large chest freezer, for sale or donated, as well as canning jars, seals and lids, a vacuum

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Smiths Falls

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Sunday January 20

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1229 Armstrong Rd

Perth

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83 Merrick St

Smiths Falls

Darlene Graham 613-223-7731

52 Thomas St

Almonte

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37 Barclay St

Carleton Place

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293 Mary St

Carleton Place

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678 Richmond Rd

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297 Dean Ridge

Carleton Place

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395 Dean Ridge

Carleton Place

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54 Lorne St

Carleton Place

Robin Ferrill 613-253-3175

209 Mississippi Rd

Carleton Place

Rhonda Brunke 613-253-3175

118 Victoria St

Carleton Place

John Coburn 613-253-3175

1:00pm-2:30pm

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1261 Ferguson Falls Road, Ferguson Falls History/Log Home Enthusiasts LEND ME YOUR EAR! 1835 circa with bright/large addition. Located in the riverfront Hamlet of Ferguson Falls. Updated EVERYTHING but keeping with the charm of days gone by. Two staircases serve the 2nd storey. Two woodstoves & propane furnace for heating. Central Air for the summer. New kitchen with s/s appliances included. Four bed, 2 bath home w/ ensuite. Two living rooms (formal & relaxed). Mins. from Hwy 7. $274,900

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‘Ask No Questions: Family Secrets’ at Full Circle Theatre Feb. 7 artistic directors of 2 women productions, to insure that the piece is finely honed and as good as it can be. Over the last three years, audiences have come to expect a high standard from 2 women productions. We promise that ‘Ask No Questions’ will not disappoint. ‘Ask No Questions’ is the story of a very particular family, but everyone will find echoes of their own experiences in it. Every family bears its burden of happenings that must not be looked at too carefully. Every family in one generation or another has been caught by some secret’s power. Tickets are available for $20 at the door or $18 in advance from Tickets Please (39 Foster St.). Call 613485-6434 or visit www.ticketsplease.ca. For more information, visit www.2wp.ca or contact Jennifer Cayley (jcayley@ magma.ca or 613-256-0353).

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Jan Gregory, above, will present her production, ‘Ask No Questions: Family Secrets’ Thursday, Feb. 7 at the Full Circle Theatre in Perth. Brought to Perth queries was always the same, “Ask no questions, my girl. Ask no questions and you’ll be told no lies.” Now she takes us into the world of the secrets’ unraveling; an unraveling that was desperately needed if she was ever going to discover who she really was. “There’s a way,” Gregory says. “I had become my father. I’d got to a place where the secrets were driving me. They were also holding me apart from the world and even from my own feelings.”

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EMC Entertainment – What do Jane Eyre, Dexter and 2 women production’s next performance have in common? Secrets of course! ‘Ask No Questions: Family Secrets’ belongs in a long tradition of storytelling that reveals how the keeping of secrets has such power to affect the way individuals, families and society at large develop. The production will be performed at the Full Circle Theatre (32 Craig St. in Perth) at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7. In its third season of bringing high quality storytelling for adults to communities in eastern Ontario and western Quebec, 2 woman productions is delighted to be including this intriguing and finely crafted personal narrative. The piece holds a host of secrets at its centre, some big some small. Audiences are in for a real treat, not only because the story is a good one, but because, Jan Gregory is one of Canada’s most dynamic tellers bringing decades of experience both in the theatre and on the storytelling stage to the telling of this deeply personal narrative. She grew up in the south of England in what seemed to her a perfectly ordinary family – a family that went on holidays together, drove off for picnics, sat down to tea together on Sundays, sang in the church choir. Still, there was cause for wonder. Why, for instance, did she have rather more grandmothers than found in most families? Why did her father sit so often sad and silent? And then, later – where had her sister disappeared to? Was she never coming back? Gregory tried to find out, of course she did, but the answer to her

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is healthier than another. Healthy bodies come in all shapes and sizes. If your goal is health, then focusing on small goals you can stick to such as: trying to eat vegetables every day, enjoying new nutritious recipes, walk ten minutes per day and activities with friends or improving your fitness level. What can you do? Watch your words. The best way to help is to avoid discussing weight or appearance. Pay attention to the conversations that you have with others. Shift your focus to strengths, accomplishments and abilities. Provide positive feedback and encouragement in other areas such as things you appreciate about someone’s personality, or something they have accomplished. If someone’s goal is to lose weight, comment on their determination to be healthy (not on the pounds lost). If the goal is to encourage and empower your mother, sister, friend or a child, the best way to do that is to focus on positive qualities rather than appearance. After all these are the most important qualities we have, and lead us to be confident, happy and successful in life. Let’s weigh in on body talk and challenge our words and actions to eliminate language that is damaging to an individuals’ – especially girls’ and women’s – body image. This new year resolve to be fat talk free and make a conscious effort every day. For more information, please contact the Leeds, Grenville, and Lanark District Health Unit’s Health Action Line at 1-800-6605853 (613-345-5685). Meena Parameswaran, is a Registered Dietitian/ Public Health Nutritionist with the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

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By MEENA PARAMESWARAN EMC Lifestyle – With each new year, many people resolve that their goal is to lose weight. Almost every resolution regarding weight is quickly forgotten a few months later. However, when we put our focus and efforts on weight loss and personal appearance, this can come with unintended consequences that are harmful to self-esteem and body image. For example: “I could stand to lose ten pounds.” “I will fit into my skinny jeans.” “My thighs are so big.” “I was bad – I shouldn’t have eaten that Christmas cake.” This new year, try to accept that challenge of “no fat talk” by thinking twice about using statements like these. “Fat talk” isn’t about being overweight. It is the negative language that we use with ourselves and others when we talk about weight and appearance. We read it in magazines, see it on television and overhear it at work and in the street. Why is fat talk harmful? Sometimes we make these comments with good intentions, like trying to encourage someone battling with weight. Mothers say fat talk things to themselves and daughters, and friends use fat talk with friends. In young people, as well as adults, focusing on being thinner or wanting to change one’s appearance can lead to disordered eating, preoccupation with food, fear of gaining weight, depression, negative body image and lowered self-esteem. Young people’s perceptions about themselves are affected by what they see and hear. For example, if a child overhears a respected adult talking about weight or dieting, this sends the message that constant concern about weight and dieting are part of normal adult behavior. This type of talk encourages the idea that being thin should be the goal for everyone’s health – and this is simply not the case! There is no one body weight that

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EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kelly Sloan and her large cast of talented friends, above, put on a very special show in the Almonte Old Town Hall Dec. 22 to benefit Lanark County Interval House. From vaudeville comedy, to contortion, oboe to opera, this event was as much professional and classic as it was warm and friendly. The audience was also encouraged to bring donations of toys and other holiday gifts and food items for the shelter. Left, Sloan, a soprano, performs during the concert. Submitted photos

EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Every Ontarian who breathes has reason to celebrate Premier Dalton McGuintyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s announcement that the last coal-burning units at the Nanticoke and Lambton generating stations will be shut down by the end of the year, the Ontario Lung Association said Jan. 9. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We applaud the Ontario governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unwavering commitment to reducing air pollution,â&#x20AC;? said the associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vice-president of provincial programs, Andrea Stevens Lavigne. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not only is it keeping its promise to shut down dirty coal plants, it is on track to achieve that goal ahead of schedule.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cleaner air means better health for everyone, but especially for the 2.4 million Ontarians living with lung disease,â&#x20AC;? Stevens Lavigne continued. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It means fewer children being rushed to emergency rooms with asthma attacks and fewer adults hospitalized due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) flare-ups. And it means significant savings for the Ontario economy.â&#x20AC;? For many years, the lung association has been educating the government about the health effects of burning dirty coal and the potential for health care savings of eliminating coal-fired power

plants. The lung association says that the government should now seize the opportunity to build upon these gains by making its clean air initiatives part of a much needed comprehensive plan to address lung health for all Ontarians. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A concerted effort to tackle this growing health care crisis will not only mean a better quality of life for people with lung disease, it will also save billions of dollars and support Ontarioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health care priorities including better access to care and shorter wait times,â&#x20AC;? Stevens Lavigne said. About the Ontario Lung Association The Lung Association is a registered charity that provides information, education and funding for research to improve lung health. The organization focuses on the prevention and control of asthma, chronic lung disease, tobacco control as well as healthy air and the effects of pollution on lung health. For information on lung health, call 1-888344-LUNG (5864), which is staffed by certified respiratory educators, or visit www. on.lung.ca. You can also follow us on Twitter @OntarioLung and Facebook. Submitted by the Ontario Lung Association.

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Mudds Youth find it’s a hard knock life with production of ‘Annie Jr.’ By DORIS OHLMANN

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Abbie Giles as Annie and Colm Cooney as Sandy will appear in these roles in the Mudds Youth upcoming Hannigan threatens her with house arrest and Annie wishes the sun will come out “Tomorrow.” It does with an invitation for a two-week stay at billionaire Oliver Warbucks mansion for Christmas, complete with maid service, movie dates, limousine rides and new clothes. As the days go

by, Mr. Warbucks and Annie become close and Mr. Warbucks decides to adopt Annie. Everything would be perfect except that Annie longs to be reunited with her real parents. Mr. Warbucks, upon seeing her distress, announces he will conduct a nationwide search, offering $50,000 to

Archives asks residents to help keep valuable records in Lanark EMC News – Before Christmas, we learned that the Lanark Land Registry Office #27 in Almonte has been instructed to box all the Land Documents and Abstract Books which are being held there, and ship them off to an unknown site in the province for storage since the documents are on microfilm and on a data base on the computers there. Almonte is one of the last Land Registry offices in Ontario to be affected by this Queen’s Park decision. How is it that no one knew anything about this? This same scenario happened in 1995-97, when the government of the day decided to shred all the original land documents as a cost-saving measure. Due to action from the Ontario historical societies,

APOLROD was formed to find facilities in each county for the records and the Lanark County Genealogical Society received those documents/books for Lanark County covering the years 1868-1955. They are now housed at Archives Lanark, 1920 Concession 7, near Drummond Centre and are accessible to all. The Archives, managed by a group of volunteers dedicated to the preservation of the paper trail detailing Lanark’s past, has devoted many hours over the past 10 years to build a facility where the documented history of Lanark County is collected, stored and accessible to the general public for years to come. In an attempt to reverse this decision, Archives Lanark asks

the help of everyone who cares about their roots! This month, Lanark County council approved a strong resolution to the Minister of Social Services, Dwight Duncan, requesting that these original documents remain in the county. Please make concerns known to members of Lanark County council, township councils, the local MPP, and MP. Most of these documents are packed, ready for shipment from Almonte by late January. Time is critical. An e-mail, letter, telephone call, and especially, personal contact with politicians might keep Lanark County’s most basic records at home. Contact Marilyn at 613-2563130, Irene at 613-267-2232 or lgstewart@sympatico.ca for more information.

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EMC Entertainment – It’s the time of the Great Depression in the early ’30s. Apples are abundant and are sold on the streets two for a nickel. Children are abundant in the streets as well, orphans without homes, often working 10 to 12-hour days performing domestic labour with no pay. Such is the “Hard Knock Life” for the orphans who reside at the New York City Municipal Orphanage – Girls Annex. Each day is full of the same drudgery — scrubbing floors before sunrise, eating cold mush for breakfast, stripping beds for the laundry, and sewing others dresses way past midnight under the watchful glare of Miss Hannigan, who runs the orphanage. Miss Hannigan operates the orphanage like a drill sergeant, punishing any child who disobeys. Eleven-yearold Annie is one particular orphan who continually exasperates Miss Hannigan, right up to the day Annie escapes the orphanage in the laundry. While the police search for her, Annie befriends a stray dog and together they roam the streets until the police catch them. Annie is returned to the orphanage and while Miss

whoever can prove they are her parents. That’s just the incentive Miss Hannigan, her crooked brother and his girlfriend need to concoct a plan to convince Warbucks they are Annie’s parents. As they plot their deception, they dream of being on “Easy Street,” thanks to Warbucks and Annie. Will their ruse be discovered? Will Annie find her real parents? Come out to the Carleton Place Town Hall for the Mudds Youth rendition of ‘Annie Jr.’ to find out. Tickets are available from the Chamber of Commerce, located at 132 Coleman St. ‘Annie Jr.’ will be performed Feb. 23 and March 1 at 7 p.m., with matinees Feb. 23, 24 and March 2 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10. Call 613-257-1976 or check out the Mudds website at mississippimudds.ca for more information. Doris Ohlmann is a member of the Mississippi Mudds Publicity Team.

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REGIONAL ROUND-UP Any community organization based in our circulation area wishing to list an event of community interest is invited to submit a description of 25 words or less in writing. Admissions or event costs, will not be included. Deadline is Thursday at 4:30 p.m. prior to publication date. This service is provided free of charge. Events will be listed no more than two weeks in advance. Write, EMC, P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1, or fax at 613-283-5909 or e-mail: jmichaelis@theemc.ca OR lgilligan@perfprint.ca. Items will be edited as necessary. Please include name, address and phone number.

6 hand euchres Holy Name of Mary School gym. 110 Paterson St., Almonte, every Wednesday till the end of May. Info Susan 613256-1034. Almonte Baby Talk, Almonte Public Library, Thursday, January 17, 10-11:30 a.m. Almonte Hospital Bridge, Wednesday, January 23, tea, coffee, Social 12:30, Bridge 1:00. Held at the Almonte Civitan Club. Info: Barb 613-256-2463. Breakfast of Champions, Saturday, January 19, 8-11 a.m. Almonte Legion. All welcome. Euchre- 4 hand, Jan. 24, 7:30 pm. Sponsored by the Town & Country Tennants Assoc., 375 Country St., Almonte. Light lunch. Norma 613-256-4179. February 18th- Almonte Quilters Guild will meet at the Almonte Civitan Hall, 500 Almonte Street in Almonte. Monthly meeting. 7-9:00 p.m. Jen (JC) Empey, (613)256-5858, e-mail: empeys@xplornet.com January 21- Almonte Quilters Guild will meet at Almonte Civitan Hall, 500 Almonte Street. Monthly meeting 7-9:00 p.m. Jen (613)256-5858 or e-mail: peys@ xplornet.com Legion Branch 240, Saturday, January 26, Smokey Rose 3-7 p.m. Natural Therapies monthly talks, Shoppers Drug Mart, Almonte, every 3rd Wednesday of month at 7 p.m. January 23, 7 p.m., Nancy Kerr-Wilson, Spiritual Intuitive. New Exhibit features work of five fibre artists: “Traditions” by the five fibre artists that make up the group “Soulplay” opens January 29 at Almonte’s Mississippi Valley Textile Museum.

50+ Fitness. Canoe Club. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. Info: 613-256-8339. Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital Auxiliary 2nd Annual Bowlathon, Sunday, January 27, noon-8 p.m. Visions Bowling Lane, 49 Bridge St. Contact Sue 613-257-4880. Carleton Place Baby Talk, CP Daycare Centre, Wednesday, January 23, 1:30-3 p.m. Carleton Place/Beckwith Home Support lunch brunch for Beckwith residents at the township office, 2nd Wednesday of month. Bingo afterwards. Info: 613-2530733. Community Home Support -Lanark County, Foot Care by a qualified nurse. Carleton Place office every Tuesday and Thursday. Info/book an appointment 613253-0733. Community Home Support -Lanark County, Friday Lunch Bunch, every Friday, 12 noon at St James Anglican Church Hall. Info/book reservation call 613253-0733. Community Home Support -Lanark County, Transport service provides transport to medical appointments for seniors/adults with physical disabilities. For information and to book reservation, call 613-253-0733. Gospel Meetings- Carambeck Community Centre. 357 Bridge St. Tuesdays Jan. 22, 29. 8-9 p.m. The Bible in purity and simplicity.

613-256-6117. Movie Night at Zion-Memorial United Church, 37 Franklin St, 7 p.m. “Joyful Noise”, the story of a small town choir, with Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton. Parents and Children’s Group, every Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 30 Bennett St, Unit #2. Info: (613)257-2779. St. James Annual Beef Buffet supper. Sun Jan 27th. Takeout from 4-6 pm, supper 6 pm. Advance tickets only. St. James Hall Edmund St. 613-253-0356. West Carleton Monthly Coupon exchange Group. Wed. Jan. 23, 7-8:30 pm at Buster’s. RSVP jasperandchar@yahoo.ca

Baby Talk- Wednesday, Jan. 23, 1:30-3 p.m. Ontario Early Years Centre. Breastfeeding support available. Delicious Roast Pork Dinner, served by the Odd Fellows & Rebekah Lodges, Odd Fellows Hall, 119 Clothier St East. January 27, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Info: 613-2582258. Kemptville and Area Walking Group- Mon., Jan. 21, Wed., Jan. 23, Fri., Jan. 25, 9 a.m. Meet at North Grenville Municipal Centre. (613)258-4487. Sponsor: Health Unit. Legion BreakfastJan 19. 8-10 am. North Grenville Toastmasters meet 1st, 3rd Tuesday of every month at O’Farrell Financial Services, Boardroom (292 County Rd 44) start time 7 p.m. Learn communication and leadership skills. Toddler Program- Me and My Body. Ontario Early Years. Adults and toddlers (1.5-3 yrs). 33 Clothier St. (Saunders St. entrance). Activities to promote gross and fine motor development. Fridays Jan. 25-Feb. 15, 10-11:30 a.m. Register: 1-866-433-8933 ext. 2374.

Civitan Old Tyme Country Talent Night Dinner & Dance. Last Friday of every month, dinner 6 p.m., music 7:30-11:30 p.m. Contact Vic (613)259-5610. Euchre, every Thursday, 1:30 p.m. Legion Hall. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Lunch. Prizes. Get WITH It! Mon. Jan. 14 and Wed. Jan. 21, 23. 5:30-7 p.m. Maple Grove Public School, Lanark (Indoor Walking Program). Lanark Civitan Club talent night. Last Friday each month. Dinner 6 p.m., dance 7:30 p.m. Old Time Country Music. 613259-5610. Legion Br. 395 Birthday Saturdays. Music by local musicians. Light Lunch. Dec. 15. Line Dancing. Thursday, Jan. 24, 10:30 a.m. St Andrew’s United Church, Active Seniors Koalition (ASK). Info: 613-492-0291. Pickleball, Monday, Jan. 21, 7-8:30 p.m. at Maple Grove Public School gym, Lanark. Paddles and balls provided, no experience necessary. Active Seniors Koalition (ASK) Info: 613-492-0291.

Canadian Hearing Society, Hearing Health Care Clinic, Tuesday, January 22, Merrickville Dis-

trict Community Health & Services Centre. Appointments available from 10-3. For appointment call 613-269-3400. Dinner and Dance, entertainment by Harry Adrain, chicken dinner 6 p.m., January 18. Legion. Dinner and Dance, entertainment by Hoffman & Hallman, ham dinner 6 p.m., January 25. Legion. Family Literacy Day Stories and Fun! Sat. Jan. 26, 10:30 a.m. Merrickville Library. 613-2693326 to register. Home Staging Information Session. Jan. 22, 2 p.m. Merrickville Library. 613-269-3326 for info. LEGO Club- Saturday, Jan. 19, 1 p.m. Merrickville Library. Ages 5-12. Lessons at Cedar Cove Summer School. English Smocking, Jan. 13. Spinning Jan. 19. 613269-4238. Merrickville & District Historical Society presents “Gladys Thompson” A face from Merrickvlle’s not so distant past. Guest speaker: Donald Telford. January 29, 7:30 p.m. St Marguerite Bourgeoys School. Merrickville Agricultural Society Annual General Meeting, Wednesday, January 23rd, 7:30 PM, Holy Trinity Anglican Church Hall. All current members of the society invited to attend. 613-269-2022 StoryTime for ages 6 & underFridays, 10 a.m. Theme: Jan. 18Winter! Merrickville Library. Info: 613-269-3326. Wellness Talk: Sleep, with Dr. Weststrate. Mon. Jan. 21, 7 p.m. Merrickville Library. Call 613269-3326 for info.

Frost Festival Bingo sponsored by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club, Wednesday, January 23, in the Pakenham School gym, doors open at 6:30 p.m., games start at 7:00. AGCO rules apply. Frost Festival Bingo sponsored by the Pakenham & District Civitan Club, Wednesday, January 23, in the Pakenham School gym, doors open at 6:30 p.m. games start at 7. AGCO rules apply. Linda Lowe Daycare offers Moms and Tots group for moms and infants up to 18 months, every Tuesday, 9:30-11:30 at Linda Lowe Daycare, 106 Isabella St. 613-6245320. Pakenham Home Support provides Foot Care, transportation, meals on wheels, Tuesday luncheons. Info/book appointment 613-624-5647.

Euchre, every Tuesday, 1 p.m. at McMartin House, open to all adults, info: (613)267-5531. First Baptist Church, 17 D’Arcy St, Community Dinner on Saturday, Jan. 26, 4:30-6 pm. Everyone welcome. Ladies’ Auxiliary Robbie Burns Dinner & Dance, Legion Br 244, 26 Beckwith St E. Saturday, January 26, starting at 6 p.m. Tickets: 613-267-3069 or 613-2671714. Lanark County Camera Club meets Tuesday, Jan. 22, 7 p.m., Algonquin College. Visitors welcome. Info: (613)264-2767, www. lccameraclub .com

Lanark County Quilters Guild meeting, January 22, 12 noon, Lion’s Hall, Perth Fairgrounds. Speaker: Mary Ewing from “Quilts of Valour” Brown bag. Refreshments available. Visitors welcome. Parkinson Support Group meeting, Monday, January 28, 1:30 p.m. at Community Home Support, Lanark County, 40 Sunset Blvd. Meetings take place the last Monday of the month. Info/to register Suzanne 613-267-6400. Perth Baby Talk, Perth Public Library, January 22, 10-11:30 a.m. Perth Lions Club Jamboree, Sunday, January 27, Lions Club Hall, Halton and Arther Streets. Music starts at 2 p.m. Buffet meal around 5:30. Info: Nelda (613)264-9030, hall rental info: Edna (613)267-2744, membership info: Bill (613)283-7753. Perth Tay Seniors. Card game. Lions Hall. Jan. 23, lunch noon, cards 1 p.m. 613-264-8252. Rideau Trail Association, Saturday, January 19, Otty Lake Side Road to Rathwell Road, level 1, moderate pace, 11 km. Snowshoe or hike. Meet at Conlon Farm 10 a.m. 613-256-0817 or hmrob@ storm.ca Rideau Trail Association, Saturday, January 27, Rathwell Road to Port Elmsley, level 1, moderate pace, 12 km., snowshoe or hike. Meet at Conlon Farm 10 a.m. 613264-1559 or dlhbatchelor@cogeco. ca Robbie Burns Dinner and Dance, Sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 244, Saturday, January 26. Info/tickets: Forence 613-267-6235 or Gertie 613-267-1714. Service of Anglican Choral Evensong on Sunday, January 20, 4 pm at St James Anglican Church, Perth (corner of Drummond & Harvey). St Paul’s United Church, 25 Gore St W., Community Dinner on Saturday, Jan. 19, 4:30-6 pm. Everyone welcome. Stroke survivor and caregiver support group, meets the 4th Wednesday of every month between 1:30-3:30 p.m. Legion, 26 Beckwith St E. Info: (613)5496666 x6867. The Butterfly Fan Club, Thursday January 17, Perth & District Breast Cancer Support Group, 7-9 p.m. Perth Family Health Centre, 33 Lewis St. Info: Carleen (613)812-4474. Monthly meetings 3rd Thursday. Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Service, Tuesday, Jan 22, 7 pm. All are welcome. St James Anglican Church, corner of Drummond & Harvey.

4 hand euchre, Friday, January 18, 7:30 p.m. at Pierce’s Corners Hall, 3048 Pierce Rd., North Gower. Light lunch. Info: (613)4891684. All welcome. 4 hand euchre, Wednesday, January 23, 7:30 p.m. Montague Seniors Hall, Rosedale. Good prizes, good food. (613)284-1074. A community “potluck” dinner and music jam- January 19th, ABC Hall in Bolingbroke. Dinner 5 p.m., open mike music 7-10 p.m. Glenn Russell 613-273-2571. Annual Fish Fry- sponsor: Rideau Ridge Riders Snowmobile Club. Lombard Glen Golf & Country Club. Jan. 20, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Proceeds: Various charities. Annual Meeting- Lanark

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County Cattlemen’s Assoc. Drummond Township Hall, Drummond Centre. Jan. 21. 8 p.m. Annual meeting, McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Society, Sunday, January 27, 1 p.m. Agricultural Hall 194 Cameron Rd, McDonald’s Corners. Info: 613-259-3480. Annual Roast Beef Dinner at Clayton Community Hall hosted by Guthrie United Church on Sunday, January 27, 4:30-6:30. Tickets at door while quantities last. Balderson United Church, Old Fashioned Hymn Sing with dancers and fiddle tunes. Sun. Jan. 20, 1:30-3 p.m. Blood Donor Clinic. Jan. 29, Legion, Westport, 3-6 p.m. Bumper shuffleboard and cribbage, every Wednesday afternoon, 3-6 p.m. Branch Hall, Legion Br 542, Westport. Crokinole. Middleville Community Centre. Frosty Fling Tournament Friday, January 25. 7:30 p.m. lunch served. Darts, open to public, every Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Legion Br 542, Westport. Downhill Ski Trips/weekends. Bus pick-ups in Smiths Falls, Perth and Carleton Place. Call Duke 613-720-3853 after 6 PM. Fellowship Breakfast. Phillispville Masonic Hall. Jan. 22, 8 a.m. (note change of date). James Ryce Top Shelve, Dance to Classic Country, January 26, 8 p.m.-12. Legion Br 542, Westport. Tickets at Murphys and Door. Kitley Elders potluck lunch. January 17, 12 noon. Anglican Church Hall, Newbliss. All welcome. (613)284-0307. Monday Nite Bingo, Legion Br 542, Westport. Doors open 6:15 starts at 7:15. 613-273-3615. New Horizon Club, January 23, 12 noon, Burritts Rapids Comm Hall. Robbie Burns Day, speakers and lunch. Call Janet 613-269-2737. New members always welcome. Saturday Seekers- Saturday, January 19th, 2-3:30 p.m. ABC Hall, Bolingbroke. Children aged 5-11 years spend time listening to Bible stories, singing, playing cooperative games and learning more about Christianity. All faiths welcome. (613-273-9005). Scottish Tea, North Lanark Regional Museum (at Appleton), Sunday afternoon January 20, 2-4 p.m. 647 River Road. Musical entertainment. Shuffleboard, Thurs. Jan. 24, 10:30 am, Watson’s Corners Hall. Brown bag lunch. Active Seniors Koalition (ASK). Info 613-4920291. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Fundraiser Breakfast, January 26, 8-11 a.m. at clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Rd. Everyone welcome. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Fundraiser Chinese Auction, January 19, 7 p.m. at clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Rd. Everyone welcome. Spaghetti Night, All You can eat Friday, January 18. Legion Br 542, Westport. St John’s Music Series presents Dai Bassett and Friends. January 20, 2 p.m. St John’s Church, just east of Innisville, corner of Hwy 7 and Ferguson Falls Rd. Info: 613-257-4941. Turkey & Ham Dinner, January 27, serving begins at 4:30 p.m. Tickets at the door, take-out available. Montague & District Seniors, 658 Rosedale Rd S. 613-283-8482 to leave a message or 613-2836240. Winter Adventurers PA Day Camp, January 30 at Foley Moun-

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Annual Robbie Burns Supper, Saturday, Jan., 26th, Westminster Presbyterian Church. Menu; roast beef, turnips, potatoes, Haggis and dessert. Dinner at 5:30 PM. Tickets: 613-2832318, 613-283-6987, 613-2837527. Baby & Me Group, every Tuesday, 10:30-12:30 am. First Baptist Church. Info: (613)2839307. Civitan Bingo every Tuesday, Smiths Falls Civitan Hall. Start 7 p.m. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Canteen available. Proceeds to help fund charity and community projects. EA- Emotions Anonymous12-step organization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- January 22, 7 p.m. Salvation Army Church (side door). (613)283-0960. Get W.I.T.H. It! (Walking In The Halls) S.F.D.C.I. October 2, every Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Jamboree, open stage, January 20, Baked Lasagna (meat sauce or vegetarian with alfredo sauce). Music 1-6:30 p.m. Dinner at 5. Smiths Falls Legion Br 95. Ladies Darts, every Sunday evening in the Lounge, 6 p.m. Smiths Falls Legion Br 95. Monday Night Euchre, Legion, 7 p.m. Movie Night- Madagascar 3. Jan. 18. Smiths Falls Civitan Club. Doors open 6, movies starts 7. Canteen. 613-284-2042. Open Blind Draw Doubles, every Friday evening in the Lounge, 7:30 p.m. start, Smiths Falls Legion Br 95. Pancake & Sausage Breakfast, Sunday, Jan. 20 9-1, Knights of Columbus Hall, 18 William St W. Info: (613)2831550, (613)283-6000, (613)275-2433. Parents and Children’s Group, every Thursday, 9:3011:30 am. First Baptist Church. Info: (613)283-9307. Roast Beef Dinner- Jan. 23, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Knights of Columbus Hall, 18 William St. W. 613-283-1550, 613-283-2098613-275-2433. Robbie Burns Dinner, January 19, Gordon Pipe Band, 5 p.m. Smiths Falls Legion Br 95. Smiths Falls Baby Talk, Ontario Early Years Centre, Monday, January 21, 1-2:30 p.m. Special Music Night- Jan. 20, 6:30 p.m. Bethel Pentecostal Church. Multi-Church Band. All welcome. St Johns Anglican Church Community Dinner, Sunday, January 20th -Doors open at 3:45 p.m. All Welcome. Super Singles Dart League, every Tuesday evening in the Lounge, 7 p.m. Smiths Falls Legion Br 95. Taoist Tai Chi beginner classes starting Monday, January 21 at the Seniors Activity Building. TGIF Dinner & Dance, January 18, dinner 6 p.m. Roast pork, music 7 p.m. Country Junk. Smiths Falls Legion Br 95.

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Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind seeking foster homes for puppies the National Training Centre of Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind in Manotick, you must be prepared to give up the dog, so that it may continue its journey to aid as a guide dog. Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind was established as a registered charity in 1984. Since that time, Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind has provided professionally trained guide dogs to more than 700 Canadians who are visually impaired from coast to coast. Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind also trains assistance dogs for individuals in eastern Ontario with other mobility related disabilities. For more information, please contact Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind by email at info@guidedogs.ca or phone (613) 692-7777. You can sign up to attend an upcoming information session and learn more about fostering a puppy. Submitted by Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind.

A new litter of puppies has been born, above, and Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind are looking for foster homes to take them in before they enter the formal training process. Foster homes throughout Brockville, Prescott and Kemptville are being sought for a 12 to 18-month commitment. Submitted photo

Lanark County tourism plans 2013 workshops EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Registration for seven tourism development workshops being planned by Lanark County Tourism is now open. Next up is Niche Packaging on Tuesday, Jan. 29 at the Carleton Place Town Hall Auditorium, 175 Bridge Street in Carleton Place from 1 to 4 p.m. Register before Jan. 22; next up is Building & Packaging Experiences on Thursday, Feb. 14 at Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boardroom, Cornelia Court, 91 Cornelia Street West in Smiths Falls. Register by contacting Valley Heartland at 613-283-7002 ext. 101, by email at maryellen@valley. on.ca, in person or fax 613283-7005. On Thursday, Feb. 21, learn about Building a Culture of Service Excellence in downtown heritage Perth. The location is to be determined, but this will be facilitated by the Ontario Tourism Education Corporation (OTEC). Register at tourism@lanarkcounty.ca or online

athttp://guestli.st/141357. Service Excellence for Diverse Cultures will be offered Thursday, March 21 at the Maberly Community Centre. This will be a half-day session with the time to be announced at a later date. It will also be facilitated by OTEC. Register at tourism@lanarkcounty. ca or online athttp://guestli. st/141366. The final tourism development session, a Package Development Workshop, will take place Thursday, March 28 at Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boardroom, Cornelia Court, 91 Cornelia Street West in Smiths Falls. Register by contacting Valley Heartland at 613-283-7002 ext. 101, by email atmaryellen@valley. on.ca, in person or fax 613283-7005. For more information, reply to this email or contact Marie at Lanark County Tourism tourism@lanarkcounty.ca. Submitted by Lanark County Tourism.

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nels. By and large I could write an entire column pointing out the anomalies relative to television today. To be fair, the channels I have mentioned aren’t bad compared to some of what is being broadcast today. Truly terrible TV The drivel pumped out on certain channels 24/7 is truly mind boggling. Some critics call shows such as those mentioned above “dumbed down television.” Not sure what you would call some of this stuff? Honestly, it’s all about money – advertising dollars. Clearly there is a huge audience for this sort of fare. It says something about our society today. Something puzzling, even worrying I think. Fortunately I am a team sports fans, mainly European soccer and North American football or baseball. Sport offers an entertainment island of sanity for me. I won’t be supporting the National Hockey League during the shortened season which launches this weekend however. The league and its players clearly don’t care about the fans, the same people who collectively have made so many of them multi-millionaires. It’s time to send the NHL a message by tuning out! The just concluded Bowl Season, the splashy end to the U.S. college football campaign, was a lifesaver during the holidays. I mean who wouldn’t get excited at the prospect of watching the Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl or Idaho Potato Bowl? Also on the holiday viewing tray was the GoDaddy.Com Bowl and something called the BBVA Compass Bowl. I told you I was desperate for TV entertainment. Now for my salvation! It’s taken a while to get here. I needed a rant first. At this time of year the “entertainment savior” for Kathleen and me is public television. I don’t believe TV Ontario (TVO) is as good as it once was. But even at its worst TVO offers superior programming when compared to most of what is available today. Last Tuesday a second series of the visually spectacular series ‘Coast’ began. The program takes viewers on an entertaining journey along the coasts of European nations, focusing mainly on the United Kingdom. It wasn’t a new series, but recently we enjoyed every episode of a cross-Canada tour involving Scottish-born comedian Billy Connolly. Excellent stuff! Still, THE saving grace most of the year for me is U.S.

based Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). I was among those who fought hard to keep WPBS Watertown on Rogers, Ottawa a couple of years ago. Fortunately that campaign was successful. Canadians comprise a large segment of the financial supporters for many PBS affiliates close to the border. Torontonians back the Buffalo PBS channel so dramatically that the station is called “WNED Buffalo-Toronto.” PBS has always been good, airing superior series such as Masterpiece Theatre featuring outstanding British dramas. Their own programming is highlighted by the science show ‘Nova’, news documentary series ‘Frontline’ and the history classic ‘American Experience’ to name a few. Most PBS stations also show good travel features including the acclaimed series on European destinations hosted by Washington State-based travel writer Rick Steves. The network has just begun to air Season 3 of the acclaimed British costume drama ‘Downton Abbey’. The opener Jan. 6 drew 7.9 million viewers, an astounding number for PBS. Downton Abbey is extremely popular in Canada too of course. Also last week PBS started a new, three-part series ‘The Abolitionists’ as part of American Experience on Tuesday night. For anyone interested in that unfortunate but intriguing chapter in U.S. history and the role the anti-slavery movement played in the American Civil War, don’t miss this series. It is sure to be repeated. One of the most controversial abolitionists, Connecticutborn John Brown, was among five main players featured in the opener. His story has connections to Canada. For people in our region Brown also had a very interesting link to the Lake Placid, New York area which is so familiar to eastern Ontario residents. I have written about Brown previously and would be pleased to expound on this further if there is enough interest among EMC readers? Let me know your thoughts on this subject and your feelings about the TV situation in general. Well, time to check tonight’s viewing schedule. Regardless of the poor quality of so much of what airs today, television still provides a safe port in the midst of a long Canadian winter. If you have any comments or questions for Jeff Maguire he can be reached by e-mail at: jeffrey.maguire@rogers.com.

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of six to 16, the organization has been creating new mentoring programs to enhance how it serves its communities and to adapt to the needs of both the volunteer mentors and the youth enrolled in its programs. “We know that people are busier than ever and are crunched for time,” says MacDonald. “So we’ve created mentoring programs that address specific needs for the mentees and offer flexibility for volunteer mentors. It’s a win-win.” New mentoring programs such as In School Mentoring, which involves only one hour a week of mentoring during the school year, and has proven through research to address issues such as truancy and lack of school involvement, are just one way that Big Brothers Big Sisters intends to remain relevant over the next 100 years. But whether through the Big Brothers or Big Sisters mentoring programs or a new mentoring programs such as In

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Country hall of fame member to launch book at Coffee Culture of both famous musicians and many of the Ottawa Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most colourful characters from days gone by. The book also provides a look at a slice of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rural eastern Ontario, a look back to a time and way of life that is gone. This is the story of people who worked hard, played even harder, and appreciated entertainment where they could find it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A rollicking, rough-andtumble series of anecdotes,â&#x20AC;? wrote Tom Van Dusen of The Ottawa Sun. Freddy Dixon is one of Canadian country musicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most versatile performers. He has literally done it all during a career that has now spanned over five decades. As a country singer, songwriter and

recording artist he has performed pure traditional style country music, he has been a folk singer, he has been a successful rockabilly act â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and he has been a bona fide troubadour, writing and singing songs with Canadiana themes, covering the people, places and times he has experienced. Ironically, much of his work has remained low key at the national level. In the Ottawa Valley however, he is a true legend, earning his rightful place in the Ottawa Valley Country Music Hall of Fame. Dixon had his moment in the national spotlight. His 1971 composition The Last Fatal Duel was recorded by Stompinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Tom Connors and earned a spot on Connorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; classic The Hockey Song al-

Free social media, customer service workshop Jan. 30 EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Canadian Career Academy and The Labour Market Group of Renfrew and Lanark County are hosting a free workshop for small and medium business owners in Carleton Place and Lanark County on Wednesday, Jan. 30 starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Almonte Civitan Hall. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This event was such a huge success last time that when we were asked to do it again we couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hesitate,â&#x20AC;? said Laura Bennett, unit coordinator at the Canadian Career Academy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not only is this a great opportunity for employers to learn more about marketing their business through social media, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a great opportunity to network with each other under one roof.â&#x20AC;? Matt LeMay and Jay McLaren will be speaking about a va-

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forming through the years with his band at all of the top country clubs and festivals, and with guest appearances on various TV shows. He was inducted into the Ottawa Valley Country Music Hall of Fame in 2000, and he continues to actively pursue his music career. Freddy Dixon has appeared on the big stage with Lynn Anderson (Rose Garden), Dave Dudley (Six Days on the Road), Rompinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Ronnie Hawkins, Stompinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Tom Connors, George Hamilton IV, Ronnie Prophet, Dallas Harms, Stonewall Jackson, Johnny Duncan, Bobby Bare, and Jean Shepherd. Freddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new album on Shamrock Records is called Iron Horses, Men of Steel.

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EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A Community Satisfaction Survey is scheduled to start this week to solicit public opinions about the services the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) deliver to communities throughout the province. The Community Satisfaction Survey is a telephone survey that randomly selects members of the public (16 years or older) who live in Ontario. The survey takes about five to seven minutes

to complete and is strictly voluntary. Those contacted and willing to participate are asked about issues such as highway safety, policing traffic matters such as the RIDE program, service delivery and even how the OPP investigates crime and enforces the law. The information provided by those surveyed is being collected by a research consultant, R.A. Malatest & Associates Ltd. that has been

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EMC Entertainment â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ottawa Valley Country Music Hall of Fame member Freddy Dixon will be at Coffee Culture in Smiths Falls Saturday, Feb. 2 to officially launch his new book Freddy Dixon Country & Real People I Have Met. The book launch, getting under way at 7 p.m. at the coffee shop located at the corner of Beckwith and Russell streets, will also include musical entertainment by Dixon, backed up by Don Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill on lead guitar and Chris Must on bass. Dixonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s self-published memoir traces the life story of a working musician and his memories â&#x20AC;&#x201C; often humorous â&#x20AC;&#x201C; of those wild and unpredictable days on the road. The book also recounts anecdotes

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Dalton McGuinty addresses his supporters and fellow Ontario Liberals at the 1996 leadership convention at likely will with multiple candidates, barring the unforeseen, delegates will then vote accordingly as candidates drop off subsequent ballots. CCM was only able to select 15 delegates. “What happens now is a mystery to me,” said Graham Findlay, CCM provincial Liberal riding association president, regarding the outstanding 16th delegate spot. “Some

Martin said he was still “quite impressed with the numbers that Mr. Takhar was able to pull,” even though, “he didn’t have a wide-ranging campaign across the province.” Each riding will send 16 delegates to the convention, and delegates are pledged to vote for their respective selected candidate – but only on the first ballot. As the voting continues in Toronto, as it

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just don’t have the money.” Findlay attributed Takhar’s win in CMM to a large turnout of South East Indian voters, since Takhar was born in India, before immigrating to Canada in the 1970s. “We have a cultural centre inside of it (our riding) and they really enjoy democracy, the practice of democracy,” said Findlay of the voters, mostly from Kanata. “Good

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EMC News – Area Liberals appear to be bucking provincial voting trends in selecting the next premier. Unofficial numbers released to this paper on Monday and Tuesday reveal that while Kathleen Wynne has won the majority of delegates with provincial Liberal voters in Lanark, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington (LFLA), in a surprise upset, Harinder Takhar has captured the lion’s share of delegates in CarletonMississippi Mills (CMM). When both ridings voted on Saturday, Jan. 12, Takhar took eight delegates in CMM, while Sandra Pupatello garnered four. Wynne, Gerard Kennedy, and Eric Hoskins each received one delegate each. Meanwhile, in LFLA, Wynne ran away with the contest, capturing 10 delegates, with Kennedy a distant second with three delegates. Eric Hoskins picked up two delegates, and Pupatello, who had polled comparatively well just next door, scored only a single delegate. “I’m happy with the result,” said LFLA provincial Liberal riding association president Roger Martin, who had endorsed Wynne before the vote. “I think it speaks very well to Kathleen’s campaign on the ground. She has campaigned very hard on the ground.” While Takhar did not pick up any delegates in LFLA,

for him. I am quite proud of him.” By Findlay’s estimation, Takhar’s win is a validation of Canadian multiculturalism and democracy. “We take the process in such a blasé way, we who have been here so long,” said Findlay, while democracy has had its struggles in other parts of the world. “We take it for granted.” When asked why Takhar had done so well in CMM and so poorly in LFLA, Martin replied that “I don’t think it comes down to an urbanrural split. We are seeing pockets of support across the province,” for different candidates, though he agreed that the South East Asian vote was strongly mobilized to vote for Takhar in CMM. While supporting Wynne, Martin commended Pupatello. “She understands rural issues, she is from a working class environment,” he said, before adding that, if Wynne is elected premier next week, she has promised to add the agriculture and rural affairs portfolio to her duties for a year, just as Premier Dalton McGuinty did upon taking office in 2003 with economic development. “Here is a chance for the premier to take the issues of agriculture and rural affairs head on. We have been hit pretty hard (and) there is a lot of work to be done. Rural and

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riding association president, are also automatically entitled to vote at the convention. Former LFLA candidate Bill MacDonald, who confirmed he is leaning towards Wynne, but will ultimately make his mind up closer to the convention date, is glad to see two strong female candidates topping the race provincially. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lose with either one of them,â&#x20AC;? MacDonald said, though he cautioned that the numbers are preliminary yet and that anything could happen at the convention. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take your lead from the media as the first numbers come out.â&#x20AC;? Dalton McGuinty, for example, only won on the final and deciding ballot at the last

Ontario Liberal leadership convention in Toronto on Dec. 1, 1996, when he beat out Kennedy, who had been leading on every other ballot at the convention. MacDonald admitted that the Liberals face a tough road ahead. â&#x20AC;&#x153;(But) Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m old enough to remember that every party had bumps in the road,â&#x20AC;? he said. While CCM had turnout in Kanata of around 50 per cent, LFLA turnout in Sharbot Lake was closer to 30 per cent. Findlay attributed his ridingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s higher turnout to the mobilization of the South East Asian community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have them, we would be down amongst the 30 per cent level,â&#x20AC;? said Findlay.

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Impatience may not be a virtue, but it can be taken to the bank EMC Lifestyle – “Brian Turner, Here’s a vehicle story which I hope you might find interesting. My special friend SAM drives the way she talks. Patience is not a virtue she was blessed with and at her age it is rather doubtful that she will acquire it.” Happy New Year and keep up the good work. Murray Closing 2012 SAM Tale A week before Christmas, SAM goes into Canadian Tire in Ottawa to have a low beam driver’s side headlamp replaced. She waits in line for 30 minutes for the customer service fellow. SAM tells him her problem and he said they could do it in 90 minutes. She said how much? He checks the parts and labour and said $69.57. WHAT? He repeats the price to her. She says to him “Is it written on my forehead, that I’m a dizzy blonde and you can overcharge me?” He says NO! (Note: She has dark brown hair). He checks the pricing out again and comes up with a reasonable quote and she says go ahead. Everyone in the line up behind her has heard the conversation and is laughing. “How long?” she asks. “Ninety minutes,” he replies and she says I will shop in the store and you call me when the car is ready. Fifteen minutes later in the store her cell rings and it is customer service. He said they checked all the vehicle lights and the high-mounted stop lamp and a left rear tail lamp are also burnt out and need to be replaced and she says, okay. An hour later she gets a call and is informed her car is ready. She goes to customer service waits in line for 40 minutes picks up the bill and keys. Invoice – three lamps and replacement service: $37.49 Okay, that’s reasonable and off she goes to pay the bill. Moral of the story: Don’t overcharge SAM at Christmas. Thanks for a great tale and one I’m sure everyone can relate to. At one point in our automotive past, changing light bulbs was something almost everyone could do. Back then every lamp was secured with screws that, once removed, al-

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Ontario reaches new agreement with OPSEU EMC News – The Ontario government has reached a tentative two-year collective agreement with the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). The negotiated agreement was reached by both sides coming to the table and working co-operatively. The centrepiece of the agreement is a commitment to implement a two-year wage freeze as part of the government’s ongoing effort to restore fiscal balance to the province while maintaining the valued public services upon which Ontario families rely. “I want to thank the leadership of OPSEU for spending approximately 700 hours with us at the bargaining table to

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On just about anything on the road today, hub/bearing assemblies are for the most part not-for-life units. Some drivers will never have to replace them; some will replace two or three sets during one vehicle’s lifetime. Other than internal failures, the number one cause of their demise is excessive lateral force due to curb strikes or hard skids on dry pavement. Chalk it up to auto makers forcing parts suppliers to cut their costs and some careless driving. The differential is another matter. These were, in my humble opinion, particularly weak units, rather light, and not too sturdy. That being said, few owners are aware of the need to change the rear differential fluid on a regular basis and those failures that I’ve been involved with were on cars that had very spotty axle fluid maintenance records. From info I’ve gathered from my sources, savvy Matrix/Vibe owners are replacing the differential fluid with high-quality synthetic gear oil and changing it every 24,000

km as per the owner’s manual severe-service schedule. Every vehicle on the road today has its strengths and weaknesses. If Toyota sold a perfect vehicle, there wouldn’t be any competition. I think they make a very good vehicle generally, but the days of vehicles lasting like your 1990 Corolla are pretty much long gone unless you wish to invest an inordinate amount of time and money in repairs and upkeep, not to mention extremely careful driving. If you have any questions, opinions, or stories on anything automotive please drop me a line, [By email to emc@perfprint.ca or directly to bjoeturner@hotmail.com listing ‘Question for the Car Counselor’ on the subject line or by post to Record News Communications, 5 Lorne St., P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1]. When using regular mail, please supply a phone number if you seek direct contact (due to volume I can’t always promise replies). Yours in service Brian Turner

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Shoeboxes for Seniors campaign Get your children on the slopes collects 700 boxes across region this winter with SnowPass EMC News – The Shoeboxes for Seniors Campaign for the Lanark, Leeds & Grenville and Kingston areas has once again received community support through the collection of hygiene and personal items for shipment to needy seniors in Belarus. Although the campaign fell short of the goal of collecting 1,200 boxes, Colleen Gray, coordinator for Shoeboxes for Seniors is thankful for the continued support from individuals, community organizations and local businesses who have helped make 700 seniors lives a little better. “The seniors who receive our shoeboxes are those who are most in need. These are people who have little or no family support. They live very lonely and isolated lives in a

state of poverty,” she stated. The 2012 campaign has been a special year as it marked its 10th anniversary and over the course of those years has delivered 8,780 shoeboxes. Once again, the shoeboxes will be transported to Belarus in early March by a contingent of volunteers with Canadian Aid for Chernobyl. The shoeboxes will be given as gifts to seniors on occasions such as Senior’s Day, Invalid’s Day, Veteran’s Day and special anniversaries. They not only provide basic care but bring hope and joy. A very special thank you goes out to the host drop off sites who have so generously opened their doors to receive donations. They are: LeedsGrenville MPP Steve Clark’s

office (Brockville); Community Home Support Lanark County (Smiths Falls and Perth); Cheryl J. Brown Centre – Kemptville and District Home Support (Kemptville); Brockville & District Hospital Foundation and all Community and Primary Health Care (CPHC) Community Home Support offices. A heartfelt thank you also goes out to all those who have given so generously and made it possible to be able to send 700 shoeboxes this March. The continued support is truly appreciated. The campaign will kick off again in June 2013 however donations of items or cheques can be forwarded to Colleen Gray anytime throughout the year. Gray can be reached at 613-345-6983.

EMC News – Bruce Moore of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, spoke of the impacts on agricultural activities of the drought of 2012, during a conference on the drought at the Almonte Old Town Hall on Saturday, Jan. 12.

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Remembering a dear pet adopted on Valentine’s Day 2001 This Week’s Pets By LORI CLARKSON

EMC Lifestyle – For me, the approach of Valentine’s Day brings the thoughts of my own experience in adopting a rescued dog and I can’t help but take a moment to remember my Benson. I had started volunteering as a dog walker at the Lakefield Animal Welfare Society, located just north of Peterborough, and because I had two large dogs at home and was comfortable with handling larger dogs, I was given Benson to walk. It was early January and Benson had been at the shelter for almost four months. He

had a bad start in life…no one knew where he came from, he had been found tied to the shelter’s front door one morning, and he was so distraught the shelter staff had a terrible time even approaching him and had to sedate the poor thing just to get him into the shelter. Over the next four months he was adopted once and returned because the new owner felt he was too aggressive. Benson (his name given by the shelter staff), was young, male and yes, a little “over the top”…and once labelled “difficult,” extremely hard to place in a new home.

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And I have to say, the first “walk” we had was more of a “drag”…he dragged me everywhere! But he was smart. And loving. And I couldn’t stop thinking about him and what would happen to him. By February, I had to do something…and talked to the shelter staff about adopting him. He came home with us on Valentine’s Day 2001. I had no idea what I was getting into, but I had to try. I can honestly say, Benson was the craziest, most loveable misfit I’ve ever met and although it was a hard go the first couple of years, I wouldn’t trade one minute of time with Benson for anything. Sadly, Benson passed away last September at 13 years of age, and I miss him every day. Not all the animals are easy to place or find new homes for, and it takes wonderful staff and volunteers to help every animal find its forever home. Thank you to all of the hardworking people at LAWS and the community for never giving up!

Roxy and Beatrice I am a six-month-old black and white female cat who loves to snuggle up with my newly found friend Beatrice who is a lovely threeyear-old female Torbie cat.

male cat full of quirks and “charms.” I was found wandering the streets in Smiths Falls and a good person dropped me of at the shelter. Although I am very well cared for this is not my forever home...I like playing outside my cage, chase a laser light or whatever toy you decide to get me, I love it all. I am very affectionate

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They have put us together in one cat room and since then we’re like sisters. We sleep, eat and drink together and we do like to keep each other clean. It would be nice to be adopted together to that special forever home. We both love to play, but we do need some quiet time too. We’re not demanding, please come, we’d love to meet you! Henry I am a very playful boy, and I can be a little picky when it comes to other cats. Some cats I like, some I don’t!

Overall, I am easy going and would love for you to give me a chance to a good life in front of your fireplace or somewhere warm. Lanark Animal Welfare Society is located on Glenview Road, just off Highway 43, about two kilometres west of Smiths Falls. The shelter is open Monday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Write to us at P.O. Box 156, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4T1 or contact us at 613283-9308, or email at shelter@lanarkanimals.ca. Visit our website at www.lanarkanimals.ca. Please also check out www.AdoptADog. TV featuring some of our canines up for adoption. If you have lost a dog or cat please check our website or phone or visit the shelter. If you have found a dog or cat please visit our website to find the number of your local animal control officer.

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Lots to do this month at Merrickville Public Library suffer from problems that prevent us from getting enough sleep. Sleep deprivation affects mental performance and overall health. Dr. Weststrate will address health issues affected by insufficient sleep and ways of overcoming common sleep difficulties. Thinking of selling your home? Are you a fan of HGTVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home staging shows?

Resolve to follow Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Food Guide EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Almost everyone makes New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resolutions at some point in their lives. Many Canadians each year resolve to eat better and become more physically active. If these are among your goals for 2013, learning more about Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Food Guide will help you and your family on your way to achieving your New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resolution goals. Eating Well with Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Food Guide provides recommendations on how many servings of each food group you should eat each day, including vegetables and fruit, grain products, milk and alternatives, and meat and alternatives. The food guide also encourages people to limit foods and beverages that are high in calories, fat, sugar or salt (sodium). By following the recommendations in Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Food Guide, you will get the vitamins, minerals and nutrients you need. You may also reduce your risk of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain types of cancer and osteoporosis, as well as contribute to your overall health and vitality. To eat well, start by following these easy tips for each of the four food groups: Vegetables and fruit â&#x20AC;˘ Eat at least one dark green and one orange vegetable each day. â&#x20AC;˘ Choose dark green vegetables such as broccoli, romaine lettuce and spinach. â&#x20AC;˘ Go for orange vegetables such as carrots, sweet potatoes and winter squash. â&#x20AC;˘ Choose vegetables and fruit prepared with little or no added fat, sugar or salt. â&#x20AC;˘ Enjoy vegetables steamed, baked or stir-fried, instead of deep-fried. â&#x20AC;˘ Have vegetables and fruit more often than juice. Grain products â&#x20AC;˘ Make at least half of your grain products whole grain. â&#x20AC;˘ Eat a variety of whole grains, such as barley, brown rice, oats, quinoa and wild rice. â&#x20AC;˘ Enjoy whole grain breads, oatmeal and whole wheat pasta. â&#x20AC;˘ Choose grain products that are low in fat, sugar and salt.

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Home staging is a popular technique to sell your house more quickly by transforming it into a welcoming, attractive property with more appeal to buyers. Join Re/Max realtor Brenda Morotti on Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 2 p.m. to learn more about staging techniques for those of us who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a TV crew to help. For parents and kids, the library will be hosting a special Family Literacy Day StoryTime on Saturday, Jan. 26 at 10:30 a.m. Join us for stories from the Read to Every Kid contest â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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1955 ‘mean looking’ Mercury convertible built in Oakville EMC Lifestyle - As a teenager in the late 1960s, Alex McClure of Freelton, Ont., owned a 1956 Mercury 2-door: “It was a mean looking machine, gun-metal grey with a white pocket under the side windows. One day, I picked up a friend, pulled out of his driveway, and floored the accelerator. When I let off the pedal, the car kept accelerating. I pulled up on the pedal with my foot but the car still kept accelerating! “I turned off the ignition key and pulled off the road. I pulled up on the gas pedal and re-started the car. T he engine revved up again. It turns out the 4-barrel carburetor was all gummed up from not having an air cleaner. Remember, I was a teenager and couldn’t afford extras. The bias ply tires were so bald, the nylon cord was showing on the tread.” Alex owned his ’56 Mercury for two years and sold it to pay his university tuition. Gone but not forgotten, he always wanted another one. In 1993, he purchased an unrestored 1955 Mercury Montclair convertible from his brother, who had bought

it several years earlier from John Riordon in Stratford, Ont., who found it at a swap meet in Waterdown. “When I brought this car home, my friend’s wife called it a piece of junk and said I should just continue with it to the wrecking yard. We finished a frame-off restoration by 1999. Everything has been kept original except for converting the electrical system from 6 to 12 volts.” Alex McClure’s 1955 Mercury convertible was built at the Ford of Canada plant in Oakville with serial #176BK55-51203. It is one of 111 built at that location, with another 10,557 built in the U.S. The paint colour is Arbor Green with an Alaska White pocket under the door glass and it has a power-operated white top. The engine is a 292 cubic inch V8 with 4-bbl carburetor and dual exhausts producing 198 hp. The car has power steering, power brakes, and a Merc-O-Matic

air-cooled transmission. “This is a 3-speed automatic,” explains Alex. “Henry Ford wanted a safety feature whereby the car

starts from a stop in second gear so the rear wheels will not spin on a wet road. If you kick down the accelerator, first gear will engage. The ride and handling is very impressive.” Alex’s car is one of 10 Cruise Nationals Finalists and will be featured this year at the Canadian Inter-

national Auto Show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Feb 15-24. Online voting is at www.autoshow. ca/aaaCIAS2013/cruiseNationals/vote/, ending at midnight Feb 3. More information and pictures can be seen at www.autoshow.ca by clicking on the “CRUISE NATIONALS” Tab. I’m always looking for

more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, ON N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my latest book: “OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.”

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Plenty of action, big stars in recently released Gangster Squad MOVIE: Gangster Squad STARRING: Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Nick Nolte and Sean Penn DIRECTOR: Ruben Fleischer RATING: 18A EMC Entertainment - I was expecting Gangster Squad to be a powerful drama, but instead it felt more like an action flick. In 1949 the city of Los Angeles is under siege. Drugs, guns, prostitution, and gambling plague the city, and it’s all controlled by Mickey Cohen (Sean Penn). He owns cops, judges, lawyers and politicians. He rules L.A. through fear, and violence. Though not everyone is owned by Cohen. Sgt. John O’Mara (Josh Brolin) has no trouble busting up Cohen’s operations. He hates Cohen and everything he’s done to L.A. which is why Police Chief Bill Parker (Nick Nolte) recruits him. Parker wants to wage war against Cohen. To do that he needs a small group of policemen who can work in secret to do what needs to be done. They won’t be investigating crimes, and they won’t be making arrests. They’ll be taking Cohen

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down by any means necessary. O’Mara eagerly accepts Parker’s offer and quickly assembles his team. He hand picks Coleman Harris (Anthony Mackie), Max Kennard (Robert Patrick), Navidad Ramirez (Michael Pena), Conway Keeler (Giovanni Ribisi) and Jerry Wooters to join him. Together they take the fight to Cohen. Gangster Squad is a slick and stylish gangster flick. It has all the makings of an intense film experience, yet it falls just short. It jumps quickly from scene to scene with the rhythm of an action film. The story is there but it never spends a great deal of time on it. At one point

Giovanni Ribisi’s character questions the morality of what they’re doing because after all they’ve done he can’t see the difference between himself and Cohen. The film had moved so quickly that I couldn’t help but wonder if anything had been done yet. Beyond that the film is really predictable. Even to the point where I knew what the characters were going to say before they said it. That predictability steals away from the film’s more powerful moments. The cast is so talented they’re almost wasted here, but as I’ve often said if you want to make a great action film use great actors. Anthony Mackie, Robert Patrick, Michael Pena and Giovanni

Ribisi are great. You have no problem believing these men would walk through fire to see justice done. Josh Brolin is every inch the square-jawed hero. He’s exactly who you picture when you think of a hardboiled police detective who is fighting organized crime. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone are electric together. He exudes charm and confidence, but with an intensity that’s lying just below the surface. As Mickey’s girl Grace Faraday, Emma Stone redefines the sultry heroine. Together you can’t take your eyes off them. The stand-out performance here is Sean Penn. As a ruthless psychopath bent on ruling the west coast with an iron fist Penn was ridiculously good. Gangster Squad is a really good action/gangster film, but it had the potential to be so much more. Mark Haskins’ column is a regular feature of the EMC.

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Rack of lamb with tapenade makes for an elegant meal EMC lifestyle - Lamb is fresh, lean, tender, mild and easy to cook! It’s an excellent source of protein, iron and B vitamins. Because lamb isn’t marbled like beef, health-conscious cooks can easily trim off the fat. Ask your butcher to remove extra fat and chine the bones (meaning to sever the backbone). Serve with roasted root vegetables. Preparation time: 15 Minutes Cooking time: 16 to 18 Minutes Baking time: 30 to 35 Minutes Servings: Four Ingredients: ·Two tbsp (25 mL) olive oil ·One (15 mL) Dijon mustard ·One tbsp (15 mL) finely chopped fresh rosemary or one tsp (5 mL) dried ·One clove garlic, minced ·Two racks Ontario Lamb (six to eight ribs each), trimmed Tapenade: ·One (15 mL) olive oil ·One1 clove garlic, minced ·1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped Ontario Green-

house Tomatoes · 1/4 cup (50 mL) chopped Ontario Roasted Red Peppers · 1/4 cup (50 m L) chopped olives ·Two tbsp (25 mL) chopped capers Preparation: Tapenade: In small saucepan, heat oil over mediumhigh heat; sauté garlic, tomatoes and red peppers until softened, about five minutes. Add olives and capers; cook for three minutes to blend flavours. (Tapenade can be refrigerated in airtight container for up to three days; rewarm to serve.) In large bowl, combine oil, mustard, rosemary and garlic; rub over meaty parts of lamb. Reserve any remaining oil mixture. In large heavy-bottomed skillet, brown each lamb rack on all sides over high heat, about one minute each side. Place in shallow roasting pan; top with any remaining oil mixture. Cover exposed bones with foil to prevent burning. Courtesy of Foodland Ontario.

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Snowmobile messages from OPP, OFSC during safety week smart choices like riding sober, avoiding lakes and rivers and using OFSC prescribed trails. According to the OPP and OFSC, more than 90 per cent of fatalities occur off OFSC designated trails. With the current warm weather through much of the province this week, the OPP and OFSC are strongly urging snowmobilers to avoid lakes and rivers altogether, as waterways with previously formed ice deteriorate rapidly. Tips for safe snowmobiling â&#x20AC;˘ Ride without alcohol or drugs: The OPP and OFSC are reminding snowmobile enthusiasts that snowmobiling under the influence of any amount of alcohol or drugs carries severe penalties. If convicted of driving a snowmobile while impaired, a rider could lose all driving privileges (car, truck, motorcycle, off-road vehicles and snowmobiles) and jeopardize future insurability. The same â&#x20AC;&#x153;Warn Rangeâ&#x20AC;? suspensions issued for having a BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) between 0.05 and 0.08 mg that apply to driving a motor vehicle, also apply to driving a snowmobile. â&#x20AC;˘ Stay on the trail: The OFSC makes designated trails available that are marked, mapped, maintained and patrolled for the safety and enjoyment of all snowmobilers. Riders can greatly reduce their risk of getting into trouble by carefully assessing which trails to ride on, avoid-

ing unavailable trails and not riding off-trail on roads, lakes, unfamiliar terrain and private property. â&#x20AC;˘ Take it easy: Take it easy on every ride by always obeying the laws and always staying to the right of the trail. Each rider should snowmobile with care and control, within their own ability and according to current trail and weather conditions. â&#x20AC;˘ Slow down at night: Darkness reduces visibility and alters perceptions, so riders must ride even more cautiously at night and never outrun their sled headlights. â&#x20AC;˘ Know before you go: No ice travel is completely safe. Hypothermia or drowning from riding into open water or falling through the ice are serious risks, as are collisions with fixed objects such as docks, ice huts or shorelines. â&#x20AC;˘ See and be seen: Good judgment, depth perception and quick reaction time depend on being able to see properly at all times. Slow down and keep right in reduced visibility situations like snow dust, sun glare, heavy falling snow, or when visor or glasses are fogged; always wear bright colours and reflective materials so others can see you more easily. â&#x20AC;˘ Ride with companions: Never snowmobile alone. Riding buddies can provide immediate assistance for breakdowns, when getting stuck or in emergency situations. â&#x20AC;˘ Be prepared: Snowmo-

biling incidents occur in unpredictable and uncontrolled natural settings where each rider needs to always expect the unexpected. Snowmobiling can take you far away from emergency assistance, so each rider must be prepared by carrying a tool kit, spare parts, flashlight, first-aid kit and survival items such as

high-energy food, fire-starting equipment and a compass. For more information, visit www.ofsc.on.ca. The OPP is committed to saving lives on Ontarioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highways, trails and waterways through the reduction of preventable injury and death. Initiatives are developed and delivered through the Provin-

cial Traffic Safety Program. The OFSC is committed to proactive leadership in promoting safe, responsible riding, on and off Ontario snowmobile trails, by building safer snowmobiling knowledge, attitudes and behaviours through rider education, safety legislation, development and enforcement.

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EMC News - Lanark County Interval House accepted a donation of wish-list items from the students of Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute. Tori Gleason identified an opportunity to help others during the holiday season and led her fellow students in this challenge to help Lanark County Interval House. This donation will go directly towards helping provide much-needed services to the women, teens and children from Smiths Falls and across the region. Pictured are Gord Cooke, principal, Heather Whiting, volunteer/fundraising coordinator; Tori Gleason, Grade 12 student who organized the challenge, and teacher Angela Wykes, whose classroom won the pizza party sponsored by the Smiths Falls Police Department. The Lanark County Interval House wish list is at www.LCIH.com.

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EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jan. 13 to 19 is Snowmobile Safety Week and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) kicked off the campaign last week with important messages about what it takes to enjoy a safe snowmobile season in Ontario. Members of the OPP Highway Safety Division and other OPP members were joined by OFSC, S.T.O.P. (Snowmobile Trail Officer Patrol) and S.A.V.E. (Snowmobile ATV and Vessel Enforcement) Unit members to share information about the dangers and risks associated with snowmobiling â&#x20AC;&#x201C; especially when alcohol and riding on lakes and rivers are involved. As part of the campaign kick-off, an Ontario resident recounted her personal and tragic ordeal of losing her son to an impaired snowmobiler in central Ontario. Her story sent a strong message that snowmobiling while impaired places other snowmobilers at risk and that these tragedies are completely preventable. According to the OPP, seven of the 13 snowmobiling fatalities investigated by the OPP last season (2011-2012) involved alcohol and they have already investigated two snowmobiling incidents this year (2013) in which alcohol and unsafe ice were factors. The OPP and OFSC are reminding snowmobilers that these statistics underscore the importance of making

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New group for Mac users forming EMC News - Long time Mac users Gayda Errett and Jarl Ketola have realized that although there are a number of other Mac users in Perth and surrounding Lanark County that none of these people have had any contact with each other or local access to detailed Apple related support. Mac owners in this area have to travel as far as Ottawa or Toronto to obtain Apple related hardware or software advice in person either from an Apple Store or from the nearest Mac Users Group or ‘MUG’ as they are known. Albeit Apple provides excellent telephone and online support, however, contact with a ‘real’ Apple technical support person is non-existent or available living in rural areas. The vast majority of personal computer users are running Microsoft’s Windows operating system. Therefore, Windows computer users typically have a far easier time finding detailed technical assistance. For example, any computer store can usually provide support for Windows users. Unfortunately, specialized technical support for Mac Users and those using Apple’s iDevices is a lot more difficult to come across unless you are living near major cities. With Apple now being one of the world’s most valuable companies, Apple hardware and Apple software, in particular, is changing at an extremely rapid rate. For example, a new major release of Apple’s popu-

lar OS X operating system is being released annually! It used to take two to five years for each major new release of OS X to come about. In this fast paced technological environment, it has become difficult for the average Mac as well as iDevice user to keep informed and up-to-date on all the vast technical details involved. Especially, with such rapidly changing and highly advanced hardware and software now so readily available. Recognizing the local lack of much needed support for those using Apple products, Jarl and Gayda have decided to join forces to do something about it. They are volunteering their time, and effort as well as their skills towards the goal of getting a Mac User’s Group formed here in Lanark County for anyone using or interested in using or learning more about Apple products and wants to get the ‘most’ out of their hardware and software. Mac User groups are organizations created by people interested in sharing information about Apple hardware and what can be accomplished with the help of digital technology. Mac User groups are about all aspects of Apple technology. Mac User Groups are for everyone from first-time computer users to experts. They are for people from every profession, background and age. Further, Mac User groups offer members an opportunity to become friends with other Apple product users, have their

technical questions answered and provide honest advice regarding Apple hardware, software and even peripherals. Mac User groups provide a friendly and supportive environment where people can learn from each other and have a lot of fun at the same time. There are now more than 800 Mac user groups worldwide that are registered with Apple! Some groups have less than 30 members others have more than 1,000 members. Many groups offer monthly meetings, and informative newsletters. Even member discounts and forming other special interest groups. Not to be underestimated is the camaraderie that Apple users share some Mac User groups offer classes with one-on-one support. Larger groups even offer extensive training programs with access to computer labs and detailed resource libraries. Want technology to do more for you? Now you can become a part of a Mac User Group is this area! The first inaugural meeting of the Mac User Group for Lanark County area will be held at Playfairville on January 21st at 2:00 p.m. If you wish to learn more about Mac User’s Groups or wish to attend the first meeting for this area, please contact Jarl Ketola via email at erikthefinn@gmail.com and obtain directions to the meeting location. Submitted by Jarl Ketola.

Youth and Staff who took part in Hip Hop at the Youth Centre sports program include: Front (L-R) Harley McDougall, Middle (L-R) Michelle Deforge, Back (L-R)- Student Helper Santana Cole, Instructor Samantha Shaw, Makayla Coutts. Above, Samantha Shaw and Student helper Santana Cole show the youth a few moves during class. Submitted photos

Learning hip hop at county’s youth centre EMC News - The Lanark Youth Centre members learned all about Hip Hop at sports program on last month as part of the YAL (Youth Active Living) Program. Instructor Samantha Shaw and student helper Santana Cole taught a group of four teens some hip hop dance moves. It was a small group of youth but they had a blast learning how to do the worm, and a few other cool tricks. Shaw is the founder and

owner of Shaw’s Dance and has been teaching since 2009 she has also volunteered her teaching time here at the youth centre for the past three years as well. She teaches tap, jazz, ballet, highland, hip hop, and modern at the Ferguson Falls hall. For more info on classes see her Facebbok page ‘Shaw’s Dance’ or send her an email for more information at ‘samanthashaw_

danceclass@hotmail.com’. Thanks to Sam for volunteering her time we appreciate it. Our next YAL sports night program will be Karate on Jan 17th 2013. Anyone aged 11 to 18 is more than welcome to come join in the fun. Any questions feel free to contact the Youth Centre at 613-259-2012. Submitted by Michelle Deforge, Youth Program Developer.

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EMC News – When you pick up the phone to place a 911 emergency call in Perth on March 19, it will be answered in Smiths Falls. “I told them to go ahead and do it,” said Perth Police Service (PPS) Chief Pat Capello, at the police services board meeting on Thursday, Jan. 10. While the Perth Police won’t transition over to the OPP until Monday, April 1, “if we move it (the fire call date) we are going to miss that win-

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the jump to the OPP will be having a meeting about pensions and other benefits on Wednesday, Jan. 23. THE BIZNEZ Police Services Board chair Stephanie Gray asked Capello what he had heard about a gang said to be operating in Perth called “The Biznez.” “I wouldn’t call them a gang,” said Capello dismissively. “We have been aware of that group for years.” “So, we don’t need to head for cover?” asked Gray. “No,” Capello replied.

EMC News - Donna Burt still can’t believe he’s gone. Last September, her partner Damon MacCamon, 29, was killed in a motor vehicle collision outside Perth on Highway 7. “It’s hard... we get by day by day,” she said. “We miss him. There isn’t a day that goes by we don’t think about him.” Now Burt is left to pick up the pieces, which includes being mom to her two children: Anthony, 6, and Addyson, 3, living day-by-day working as a waitress. During the Christmas holiday season, the community pulled together thanks to a letter to Santa, that pulled the heartstrings of Anthony’s teacher. Lisa McLenaghan, the Grade 1/2 teacher at Maple Grove Public School in Lanark, said she couldn’t help but tear up over Anthony’s letter to Santa. “He said he wanted his father back,” she told The Perth Courier. “How do you respond to that?” McLenaghan and her OPP officer husband Derek, decided over coffee that something needed to be done for the young boy. “I just asked my co-workers if they wanted to donate to a fundraising effort so I could buy something for him for Christmas,” she said. What happened next was a chain of events that saw a culmination of a mountain of toys, gift certificates, vouchers, food, a telephone and

even a new-to-the-family vehicle. “Over the two weeks leading up to Christmas we were able to collect seven extra large garbage bags full of toys for under the tree, eight extra large garbage bags of clothing donations, a basket full of groceries, a turkey dinner, $1,200 in gift cards (for groceries, etc), a voucher to pay for mom to take her G1 driver’s test, a gift voucher for the driver’s education course from Young Drivers of Canada, and enough cash to purchase mom a used car!” McLenaghan was overwhelmed with the support. “They (Burt and her children) were all over the moon with excitement!” The total value of the fundraiser (gift cards/cash) reached $5,680 plus gifts/food/clothing for Christmas. The story reached the church choir at St. Andrew’s in Carleton Place where fellow teacher Susan Harron is also the church choir director. A member of the choir, Maureen Koblovsky got a hockey team involved. “Our (husband Bob) son plays for the Mississippi Thunder Kings (peewee B) and we put the call out to all the parents on the team,” she said. “It was a snowball effect and what a great feeling to be able to help out a family like this at Christmas. We always try and do something like this with our kids during Christmas as it’s much better to give than receive, and it feels wonderful,” she said. See COMMUNITY pg P2

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EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Perth Mayor John Fenik says itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty cool to be shortlisted for a new television documentary. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They might as well unpack their (bags) and stay a while,â&#x20AC;? quipped Fenik. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty cool to be on the shortlist.â&#x20AC;? Fenik says the town is hosting a town-hall type meeting at the Best Western Plus on Jan. 21 at 7 p.m. to hear all about it. Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Force Four Entertainment (producers of CBCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Village on a Diet and OWNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Million Dollar Neighbourhood) is coming to Perth to discuss a new TV series being developed for a major Canadian broadcaster. Perth is one of a few Canadian communities shortlisted for the opportunity to be showcased on a national platform. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have been reaching out to towns and communities across Canada, from coast to coast. After putting feelers out, we zeroed in on towns that really jumped at the chance and wanted us to visit their community,â&#x20AC;? said Nicole Lawson, director of develop-

ment at Force Four Entertainment in Vancouver. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We chose Perth because everyone weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve chatted with from the town council to individuals seemed interested, welcoming and wanted to know more. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very excited to meet the town in person now during our next phase of research.â&#x20AC;? The producers are visiting each shortlisted community to gauge the interest of the residents and determine which town will be the best fit for the TV series. Only one town will advance to the next stage and shoot a TV demo. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Perth was shortlisted because out of the dozen of towns we heard from across the country, it was one of the towns that showed the most community spirit and sense of adventure,â&#x20AC;? Lawson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were really impressed with the response and feedback we received from the town.â&#x20AC;? In this series, one Canadian community will get the chance to see what life would look like without taxes. Selected participants will be given a pooled sum of money that equates their taxes. In return, participating households

would organize and manage their own services. If they beat the budget, participants stand to earn thousands of dollars and are entitled to additional rewards and incentives. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right now the only commitment we need is to let us put on a town hall meeting to give more information and answer questions as best we can at this stage. Every town weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve worked with on socially transformative documentary series from Village On A Diet on CBC to Million Dollar Neighborhood on OWN have felt they received more than they could have imagined from participating in the series and have walked away feeling it was an extremely positive experience,â&#x20AC;? added Lawson. Join the information session. Learn about the series and show off your community pride. The more people that show up, the better. The producers will introduce themselves, talk about the show, and answer all questions as best as they can. Producers are also interviewing Perth residents for potential on-camera participants.

KEYS opens office in Westport port, including the Targeted Initiative for Older Workers (TIOW) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Experience Counts and Second Career. ABOUT KEYS Founded in 1983, KEYS has provided Kingston and communities in Eastern Ontario with a variety of innovative employment programs and services. Our expertise in helping individuals to attain their employment goals extends to a diverse population; including: mature workers persons with disabilities,

youth, students and immigrants. As a not-for-profit organization with a strong focus on service to others, we are committed to supporting members of our community through compassionate action and mutual respect. To book an appointment or to learn more about the KEYS office in Westport, contact Priebe at lizp@keys.ca, 613359-1140 or 613-453-7012. For more information about KEYS services or to access the online job board, visit www.keys.ca

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;All you have to do is talk about it and it all comes together. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a heartwarming and wonderful feeling for everyone to know that they are helping out a family in need.â&#x20AC;? So many words of thanks have been expressed by all involved. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to see and feel the spirit of the season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t begin to express how we feel,â&#x20AC;? Burt said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been completely overwhelm-

ing. Thanks doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to be enough.â&#x20AC;? McLenaghan also reiterated her gratitude to all involved in making this familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s holiday a little more bearable. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your kindness and generosity are insipring,â&#x20AC;? McLenaghan told her co-workers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is amazing to witness the way a community can come together to help someone through such a difficult time in their life. Your thoughtful donations are making changes happen for Anthony and his

family. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most importantly, Mom has seen the volume of people that care and want to see a better future for her and her children.â&#x20AC;? Principal Kevin Fisher said he was in awe at the energy level of the staff. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s overwhelming to watch the community come together for a family in need. The energy of the staff before Christmas was contagious. They had positive energy and a positive focus.â&#x20AC;?

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EMC News - KEYS Job Centre opened a satellite office in Westport on Jan. 3, to offer a range of employment programs and services to local residents and employers. KEYS, a not-for-profit community employment centre with offices in Kingston, Gananoque and Elgin, opened the new location at 11 Church St. (sharing office space with Coburn Realty Brokerage), which will be open every Thursday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All of KEYS services are offered free of charge. The Westport location will make a variety of dynamic Employment Ontario programs and services more accessible to individual job seekers and employers in the area and the KEYS staff welcome the opportunity to extend their assistance to an even wider audience. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whether you are unemployed, under-employed, just beginning your career, considering changing fields or thinking about your next step, we can help,â&#x20AC;? says Liz Priebe, program coordinator for KEYS in Elgin and Westport. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our services are flexible, so no matter what your needs are, we can help you put a plan together to reach your employment goals quickly. We are also dedicated to assisting local employers to recruit, train and retain staff and to support area businesses.â&#x20AC;? Employment Ontario programs that will be offered include assistance in improving job search techniques, creating effective resumes and cover letters, honing interview skills and access to retraining opportunities and support. In addition to offering job seekers support in career coaching, job searching, matching and placements and on-thejob training, KEYS also offers specialized programs and sup-

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OPEN AIR BURNING PERMITS Be advised that any open air burning requires a permit issued in the new year. This is to advise that the council of the Township of Rideau Lakes has passed that open air burning permits will now have a fee cost of $10.00. The permit once issued will be good for the calander year in which they are issued. Permits are required for all the same types of open air burning as defined by By-Law 2007-84, this has not changed. The exception as before is a campfire as defined by By-Law 2007-84 2013 Permits will be available after January 2, 2013 Questions, please contact: Fire Chief Jay DeBernardi Township of Rideau Lakes 1439 County Road 8 Delta, Ontario K0E 1G0 928-2251 or 1-800-928-2250 Ext. 237 www.twprideaulakes.on.ca

Reporting directly to the Chief Administrator Officer, the CBO will carry out the statutory duties of the position. The successful candidate will administer and enforce the provisions of the Building Code Act, the Ontario Building Code (OBC), and the municipal Building By-law; review applications, issue permits; conduct site inspections, issue orders, maintain accurate records, investigate and enforce applicable legislation and specified by-laws. The full job description is available at www.twp.beckwith.on.ca QUALIFICATIONS: t "MM PS BU MFBTU TPNF PG UIF GPMMPXJOH .JOJTUSZ courses (Legal-CBO, Plumbing-all buildings, HVAChouse, Small Buildings, etc) t ZFBS DPMMFHF EJQMPNB JO FOHJOFFSJOH UFDIOPMPHJFT (or similar field) or comparable work experience t %FNPOTUSBUFE XPSLJOH LOPXMFEHF PG UIF 0#$ BOE other applicable laws/by-laws t "CJMJUZ UP SFBE BOE JOUFSQSFU ESBXJOHT BOE QMBOT t 7BMJE 0OUBSJP %SJWFST -JDFODF t (PPE DPNQVUFS BOE SFDPSE NBOBHFNFOU TLJMMT t $FSUJĂśFE #VJMEJOH $PEF 0ĂłDJBM $#$0 QSFGFSSFE the municipality may consider training opportunities The ideal candidate will have the ability to deal effectively with the general public, contractors, and construction industry professionals. This position could also include Bylaw enforcement responsibilities depending on the applicantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience and qualifications. The salary range for this position is $48,748.80 to $61,050.60 up to a 40 hour work week and a competitive benefit package is available. The deadline to receive written applications is 8FEOFTEBZ +BOVBSZ UI BU OPPO

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES BECKWITH RECREATION COMPLEX A career with the Township of Beckwith offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in our community. The Township of Beckwith has an immediate opening for the following position at the Beckwith Recreation Complex.

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Mountain of Food campaign feeds growing need, breaks goals desmond.devoy@metroland.com

EMC News – Hugh Colton has seen one hungry face too many. “When I see the face of a kid who hasn’t eaten in a few days, I can’t stand that,” said Colton at the Build-a-Mountain of Food campaign wrapup celebration at Jamieson’s Chinese restaurant in Perth on Sunday, Jan. 13. “The faces of food banks are changing,” he added. He note that now it is often the working poor, people working hard at two and sometimes three part-time jobs who simply run out of money at the end of the month, or working single parents. Gratefully for Colton, thanks to the hard work of volunteers and donors, less children went hungry this past holiday season because of the campaign, which broke records and ended up collecting 76,035 lbs. of food and $32,696.14 in cash donations. “You should be very, very proud of these numbers because you did a great job,” said Colton, who is the campaign’s chief organizer. “(Back on) Oct. 11, 2012, we met in this very room and we discussed how we were going to do this. (Well) nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm and you guys are a very enthusiastic group… I believe we have filled the food banks of 11 communities and you should be very proud.” The number of communities helped by the campaign continues to grow, partly by good word of mouth. “People hear about us and trust us,” said Colton. “When we go to Delta, they know

that we collect for Delta… it stays there. We don’t have a large warehouse.” Colton was not the only well-known attendee at the event. While Norm Wright’s face is somewhat familiar, his voice is certainly very well known. “I am so impressed,” said Wright of Lake 88 FM. “It is heart-warming. It sent a little shiver up my back to see this crowd. Who knows what next year will bring? We may want to rent the National Arts Centre or the arena!” “Every year it keeps growing and growing,” said his pal Brian Perkin, also of Lake 88, who added that, as their station’s signal has grown, so too has their desire to reach out to new listening communities to share the message of Build-aMountain. While Colton is the public face of the campaign, he insisted that “it’s not about me. I don’t do squat,” compared to the volunteer workers. Amongst the many people he wished to thank were Carl Evoy at Impression Printing, the EMC, the Westport Review-Mirror, Town and Country Chrysler, Cogeco community television, DJ Rob Orr who donated his time and talents to the event, and a slightly unusual shout out to Quattrocchi’s for – banana boxes. “You can’t collect food without banana boxes,” said Colton. “I don’t care what you say, it is the best way to weigh food, to pack food.” All told, the company donated at least 1,500 boxes. He also commended the grocery stores who donated food, sometimes through

friendly rivalries, other times in order to top up sluggish donations, or to meet a donation goal. “We can’t do this without the support of the grocery stores,” said Colton, who pointed out that the stores keep the spirit going of donating food all-year long, as many now have pre-packaged food donation bags that people can literally buy and drop into the food bank bin. “It’s the biggest bang for your buck that you can get,” said Colton. “They are great people and they really step up.” Another factor that made this year’s amount extra special was that the final food and money tally did not factor in donations from the CP Holiday Train which did not stop in Perth this year. Even so, “this is over the top,” said a clearly excited Colton. “(We do it) because we care and because we can. We go out there and we provide hope to people who use food banks.” By the numbers, here is how the 2012 campaign broke down. Grocery location donations • Delta: 200 lbs • Perth/Lanark: 6,700 lbs • Smiths Falls: 18,200 lbs • Carleton Place/Almonte: 3,000 lbs • Wesport: 10,000 lbs • Elgin: $500 from Gordanier family The final tallies • Delta: 675 lbs, $1,867.58 • Athens: 675 lbs, $265.81 • Merrickville: 720 lbs, $75 • Portland: 1,595 lbs, $2,012

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Hugh Colton gets a hug from a friend as he is given a much-deserved standing ovation at the end of the Build-a-Mountain of Food campaign wrap-up at Jamieson’s Chinese restaurant on Sunday, Jan. 13. Below, Colton thanks Colette and Tia Lee.

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The Perth Fire Department is accepting applications for the position of Volunteer Fire Fighter/Operators. Duties include, but are not limited to, fire fighting, search and rescue, administering First Aid and CPR, public education, building inspections, fire apparatus operation, extensive training and station maintenance. To be eligible for consideration you must: • Hold a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent • Be legally entitled to work in Canada • Successfully complete written, oral and physical tests • Ability to work in intense situations, including at heights in excess of 100 feet • Pass a medical fitness evaluation • Become certified in CPR and First Aid • Reside in the Town of Perth or in close proximity A job-appropriate criminal record/background check through the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) will be required as a condition of hiring. Offers of employment may be conditional upon: a) provision of a valid Criminal Record Check which is acceptable and satisfactory to the Town; b) authorization to obtain a driver’s abstract for operating town owned vehicles; c) provision of proof of any certification, registration, license, or training that may be required; d) agreement to conform to all Town policies, and e) any other considerations that may be appropriate. Applicants currently holding a class DZ driver’s license will be given preference, however, training will be available. Only those applicants invited for an interview will be contacted. Interested applicants are invited to submit a confidential resume outlining their qualifications to the undersigned no later than 4:00 p.m., Friday, February 1, 2013. Janice McFadden, Payroll Officer 80 Gore Street East, Perth, Ontario K7H 1H9 Phone: 613-267-3311 ext. 2242 Fax: 613-267-5635 Email: jmcfadden@perth.ca

NOT EVERYTHING IS RECYCLABLE: A recent audit of yellow box recycling contents revealed a high level of contamination due to unacceptable items in the boxes. Plastic or paper coffee or drink cups and plastic plant pots are just a few of the items which cannot be recycled. Do not mix paper (Blue Box) and container (Yellow box) materials in the same box. Please consult the back of your garbage and recycling calendar to determine what items are acceptable. The contractor will not pick up the recycling if there are unacceptable items included.

SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL FROM SIDEWALKS AND ROOFS: During this time of year, it is important to note that the Town of Perth has regulations regarding snow and ice removal from sidewalks and roofs adjacent to sidewalks. These by-laws are in place to ensure the safety of all pedestrians in our community. Pursuant to Town of Perth By-law #2060 owners of any occupied, unoccupied or vacant lot are responsible for the removal of any snow or ice accumulation that may be left behind after sidewalk plow operations. Residents are required to clear any public sidewalk, adjoining their property, of snow and ice for the full paved width of the sidewalk. Where the snow or ice is so frozen that it cannot be removed without injury to the sidewalk, anti-slip materials are to be strewn over the area, i.e. sand and/or salt. Town of Perth Property Maintenance and Occupancy Bylaw #3322 requires building owners and/or occupants to safely remove any ice and snow build-up from roofs. When the ice or snow hazard cannot be immediately removed, barricades are available to alert pedestrians of the potential overhead danger. A limited number of these barricades are available at the Crystal Palace in the Tay Basin. Barricades are to be used as a temporary measure until such time as the ice and snow is safely brought down. Once the ice and snow hazard has been removed, the barricades are to be returned to the Crystal Palace. In addition, the Ontario Fire Code requires that fire escapes and fire access routes must be kept clear of ice and snow to allow for safe passage for building occupants and emergency personnel.

2013 DOG TAGS AND CAT LICENCES: Dog tags are required annually for all dogs residing in Perth and may be purchased for a cost of $15.00 prior to April 1st. If purchased after April 1st the fee is $30.00. All cat owners must purchase a one-time licence for a fee of $15.00. Dog tags and cat licences are available at the Town Hall, For more information call 267-3311 Ext. 2222.

BABYSITTING COURSE: The Perth & District Indoor Pool is offering a Babysitting Course on Wednesday, January 30th, 2013. To register or for more information, please call 613-267-5302.

2013 BUDGET DELIBERATIONS: FRIDAY, JANUARY 25TH 2013 BEGINNING AT 10AM

The Corporation of the Town of Perth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

On behalf of the Corporation of the Town of Perth, we would like to invite Perth residents to attend the one-day 2013 Budget Deliberation meeting. This meeting is scheduled for Friday, January 25th, 2013, beginning at 10:00 AM, and will be held in the Perth Town Hall, Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, 80 Gore Street East. Should you require further information, please visit our website at www.perth.ca or contact our office at 613-267-3311.

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Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a new chief in town By DESMOND DEVOY

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EMC News - Lanark Highlands Townshipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new fire chief literally got a baptism by fire during his first day on the job. Just minutes after being sworn-in at a special council meeting on Monday, Jan. 7, Rod Black, formerly the deputy fire chief in Carleton Place, was called out to a motor vehicle collision near Middleville. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even met the lads in Middleville when I got the call,â&#x20AC;? said Black during an interview at his new office at the municipal offices in Lanark Village on Jan. 10. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was pretty exciting. It was a little difficult, (but they are) a good bunch of lads.â&#x20AC;? Blackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first day on the job, already a busy one, took a surreal turn that night when he attended his first district fire chiefs meeting, where he pulled up a chair at the same table as the man whom he had called boss up until recently, Ocean Wave Fire Company Chief Les Reynolds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had a little giggle,â&#x20AC;? said Black, of Reynolds now having to refer to his former number two as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Chief Black.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;How are things up in the Highlands, Chief Black?â&#x20AC;? asked Reynolds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It feels good to be top dog,â&#x20AC;? Black said back in his office, as he looked around at half-unpacked bags. While enjoying his latest promotion, the emotional and physical burdens of the job are ever present in Blackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mind. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re dealing with devastation all the time on the job,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You have to be compassionate. Firemen are a different breed. They are a handson kind of guy. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve probably seen a lot of this before. They build up a wall... some take it home,â&#x20AC;? something he admits is not always healthy in the long term. One way he and his firefighters handle the pressure after a harrowing call is â&#x20AC;&#x153;talking to the other firemen. We go back to the hall and we talk about it.â&#x20AC;? As the guys talk, he and others in authority look around and listen and see who needs more professional help, like counselling. One of the challenges he is facing with his new job is bringing the fire department on to a single paging system.

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Rod Black is the fire chief in Lanark Highlands. Another challenge that the department has admitted to is getting its firefighters properly trained, but he was quick to point out that â&#x20AC;&#x153;half of the training is already done,â&#x20AC;? especially with regards to the water shuttle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The training issue will be looked after.â&#x20AC;? With last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drought necessitating a burn ban, Black stated that maintaining a burn ban might be easier in a place like Carleton Place, which is more urban, than in a place with many lakes and recreational areas like Lanark Highlands. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everybody loves sitting around a camp fire,â&#x20AC;? said Black. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to take that away.â&#x20AC;? But he calls his â&#x20AC;&#x153;biggest fightâ&#x20AC;? is keeping and retaining committed and qualified volunteer firefighters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of our biggest problems,â&#x20AC;? he said, with the average volunteer firefighter taking about seven years to train totally, but with the average volunteer only lasting about five years in the role. Another aggravation for the departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s upper brass is the effect of insurance and potential litigation in using their resources. The firefighting boat in White Lake, for example, had to be removed because of a lack of manpower and because it was not properly sanctioned. Other resources are â&#x20AC;&#x153;scat-

tered aroundâ&#x20AC;? the townshipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eight stations, with the added frustration that, say, a 1,000 litre-per-minute tanker truck might not be able to get down a bush road. Black has served for 23 years in the area, and was the Carleton Place deputy fire chief for a year-and-a-half. Before that, he served as a fire prevention officer, handling fire prevention and fire inspection, starting in 2001. He has been a volunteer fire fighter since 1989. Firefighting runs in the Black family, with his father serving as fire chief in Carleton Place, and his grandfather serving as a captain in the old Almonte brigade. His uncle also served at the Carleton Place fire hall for about 10 years, and a cousin died in firefighting action during a fire call in Shawville, Que. While still getting used to his new surroundings, Black has already taken to the Highlands, as have the citizens taken to him. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everybody here in the Highlands has a big heart and they want to help their neighbours,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Carleton Place (by comparison) is a bedroom community. They are moving (there) because it is cheaper and they are close to work in Ottawa. Carleton Place was a good place to work but they are losing that small town feeling.â&#x20AC;?

EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Taxpayers in Lanark Highlands Township are looking at a two per cent rise in municipal taxes this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most people accept inflation factorsâ&#x20AC;? as the reason for the rise, said Lanark Highlands treasurer Robert Bunker, during an interview last week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most people realize that you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t keep your taxes the same when all of your costs have gone up.â&#x20AC;? A public meeting on the budget will be held in the council chambers in Lanark at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 29 to discuss the $5,761,500 budget. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unless there is some issue that stands out, it is a done dealâ&#x20AC;Ś but someone could notice something in it,â&#x20AC;? said Bunker, of the budget which will then be voted on that night. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Having it approved at the Jan. 27 meeting, that is the earliest ever, as far as I know,â&#x20AC;? though he has worked with previous councils for which the final budget vote did not happen until June. The earlier a budget can be presented, for example, the earlier the public works department can go out and seek public tenders for road contracts over the summer. The later the budget is left, the fewer the options as contractors take on other work, and the higher the price. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got to give them (council) a lot of the credit,â&#x20AC;? for getting it done early, said Bunker.

Part of the reason for the relative speed of getting the budget passed while, for example, Perth will still be debating its budget at a Jan. 25 meeting, is because budget discussions were cleaved from regular committee-of-the-whole discussions, and relegated to their own stand-alone, special meetings, usually on Monday afternoons. One of the major projects under consideration is work to the French Line bridge. Just how much money the township will have to spend on it is dependant on how much grant money is green-lighted by the province for the overall $1.2 million cost. The provincial government could fund up to 90 per cent of the cost, or less. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like 90 per cent,â&#x20AC;? said Bunker with a grin. â&#x20AC;&#x153;(But) if they come back and say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;We will do 70 per cent,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; we still have to go and find that 30 per cent remaining.â&#x20AC;? The tender for the design and environmental assessment (EA) for the bridge stands at about $90,000, which is all the work that will likely be able to be done on the bridge this year. An EA and design tender for the Galbraith Road bridge will likely be ready for summer too. Meanwhile, Robertson Drive is looking at getting either a new sidewalk or seeing the road expanded to accommodate a walking lane, at a cost of about $100,000, while resurface treatment at Ashby Road looks set to come in at $110,000. Grinding and

resurfacing on French Line Road is also set to cost more than $210,000. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These are the big items,â&#x20AC;? said Bunker. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a lot of them but then there isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a lot of money either.â&#x20AC;? Away from roads, but related to them, Lanark Village is set to get a $65,000 snow plow truck, while the township will pick up a surface sweeper for $22,000. Replacing asphalt shingles on the sand shed at Tatlock Road will also cost about $75,000. No departments have seen budget decreases, though the township ran the risk of running a deficit this year thanks to the major, unexpected costs, like clean up from the wind storm last year in White Lake, at a cost of about $81,000, and replacing two culverts at a cost of about $400,000. The major dump of snow at the very end of December put the snow removal budget about $100,000 over budget. Bunker joked that the money in reserves, saved â&#x20AC;&#x153;for a snowy day,â&#x20AC;? as opposed to a rainy day, was used to fill the gap, so â&#x20AC;&#x153;we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to hit the taxpayers.â&#x20AC;? Before the December snow storms, the deficit stood at about $282,168. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We just have to hope that Mother Nature is a little easier on us this year,â&#x20AC;? said Bunker. Another cost that the township is a challenge it will take to the Ontario Municipal Board, when the province disagreed with aspects of the townshipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s official plan.

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ALL CLAIMS against Margaret Florence Barr, retired, late of the Town of Perth, County of Lanark, who died on or about the 22nd day of December, 2012, must be ďŹ led with the undersigned by the 14th day of February, 2013, after which date the Estate will be administered having regard only to the claims then ďŹ led.

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Plunger participants appreciated by all

Plungers from the Legion, Jeanette Buker, co-organizer of the Perth Polar Bear Plunge, and members of the Legion Running Team Kris Plant, Shannon Baillon and Terry O’Hearn take the second plunge at the Jan. 1 event. Event founder Dave Lavery towels off after taking the first plunge. More than $10,000 was raised.

By TERRY O’HEARN

EMC News - Thanks to all our Legion Polar Bear Plunge committee members, everyone who participated and took the plunge, and all who supported us in any way. This space is too limited to mention names, but look for a Thank You advertisement in this newspaper in the near future. Anyone who has photos of past plunges, please forward them to: terry@ohearn. net if they are digital images, or contact me through our website listed below if you can lend some prints for scanning. We are looking for content to populate the official www.perthpolarbearplunge. ca website. Monthly Jamborees will be held in the Members’ Lounge on the second Saturday of each month, with music from 2 to 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to these events, and on Feb. 9, Steve Hannah and Mike Irvin will play to a theme of “Wear red and bring your sweetie”, while March 9 will feature The Valley Rovers and a theme of “Wear green and get your Irish on”. The Ladies’ Auxiliary would like all members to know there will be a silent auction at the next meeting on Thursday Feb. 7, and hope this special event will encourage better attendance. The regular meat draws have started again the last Saturday of each month, and everyone is invited to attend on Jan. 26, from 2 to 5 p.m. Bring a musical instrument if you care to help entertain. Signup sheets for Zone Sports are posted in the Members’ Lounge. Euchre is on Feb. 18 in Arnprior, and FivePin Bowling is held Jan. 19 in Smiths Falls. There are still a few tick-

Branch 244 News ets left for the Ladies’ Auxiliary Robbie Burns Dinner & Dance, and you can contact Florence Doran at 613-267-3069, or Gertie Crawford at 613-267-1714, or they are available in the Lounge at $22 each. Cocktails will be served at 6 p.m., with a dinner of prime rib of beef, haggis, and all the trimmings starting at 7 p.m. sharp. Music will be provided by “The Champagnes”. Coming Event Summary Saturday, Jan. 26 – Robbie Burns Dinner & Dance. Saturday, Jan. 26 – Saturday Meat Draw. Saturday, Feb. 9 – Monthly Jamboree. Days of Yore … From The Perth Courier, Jan. 15, 1948: “The National Wartime Housing as it affects Perth veterans was a matter for wide discussion at the monthly meeting of the Perth Legion, held on Tuesday night at the Perth Club rooms in the Code block. To maintain a local residence rule of one year or to abolish it was the big question of the evening.” Did you know? The most casualties in which armies met on a single field of battle, is said to have occurred in the year 853 BC during the Assyrian conquest of Syria, at the Battle of Qarqar. Approximately 14,000 combat and civilian deaths were reported. Don’t forget our websites:www.rcl244.com and www.hallofremembrance. ca.

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Silence from local teachers’ unions is deafening EMC Editorial – Are you wondering where our story on the teachers’ reaction to imposed contracts went? Yeah, so are we. Earlier this month, provincial Education Minister Laurel Broten imposed contracts on public teachers across the province, including in our own Upper Canada District School Board. We called the Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation (OSSTF) and Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario (ETFO) seeking comment on this issue. Silence is deafening. Neither president of either local spoke to us. In fairness, a representative of the ETFO local in Kemptville did return our call and said that a communications person at union headquarters in Toronto was handling all media requests from across the province. Hit the 416 area code and the public relations lady was in – but she wasn’t talking. Yes, she was being paid to say nothing. Nice work if you can get it. She said that only the provincial union president could speak – and no, he wasn’t doing interviews that day. But we were welcome to quote the web site. Thanks, that really helps explain if kids at the local high school will be having basketball this year. In fairness, the school board can be equally cagey. While the Catholic board sent out a press release saying that it was business as usual at their schools ahead of the anticipated strike, the public boards want to say as little as possible, and have referred us back to the teacher unions. You see where this starts to get absurd. Now, try getting comments from a school board trustee about this issue. Same deal. Apparently, only the school board chair can speak on behalf of all of the trustees – the same trustees that you voted for to speak for you. They are our representatives on the board, not the school board’s representatives in the community. Think of your local municipal council. Now think if the mayor or reeve tried to bring in a rule that only he or she could talk to the media on council’s behalf. Good luck with that. Now, here’s what we don’t get. We covered the teachers’ walkout back in December. One teacher at each site was delegated to handle communications with any visiting media. Very often, they had their talking points on a sheet

right in front of them and there was little deviation. So, what has changed in the past month? We can only assume from the silence after the first story ran that everything was all right with the first piece. So why the silence now? Are the teachers who were capable of talking to the local paper back in December suddenly incapable of talking about the obvious anger they must be feeling at the McGuinty government? And why is it only union reps in Toronto who are suddenly capable of talking to the media? After Broten’s decision, clearly the unions were looking at cobbling together a walk-out. If the decision was not finalized, and someone from a media outlet asked if there was another walk-out in the offing, a simple, “it’s too early to tell what action we will take, we are still in discussions about our next steps, but we’re still mad as hell about Broten’s decision,” would have been sufficient. Now, why is it that when, say, the local elementary school gets a new playground or a celebrity athlete is due to visit, the principal is pushed, smiling, to the fore, to be interviewed by the press. But as soon as something even remotely controversial, like, say, an attempted child abduction on the street in front of the school, occurs, they must be sequestered away from the media in a locked room lest they say anything, about anything. Who is better equipped to talk about the incident: someone who is on scene, or someone in a communications office far, far away? If the unions don’t talk, they can’t refute inaccurate information being put out by the government. For example, Broten was interviewed by the CBC on the morning that the elementary teachers’ strike was averted last Friday. She said that this was an issue of pay, when, clearly, it is not. It’s about the fundamental right for workers to bargain collectively and in good faith with management, and about the right to strike. But, so far as the union upper brass is concerned, they would rather say nothing to that. And to some people, rightly or wrongly, silence equals agreement. If nobody is willing to go on the record, or at the very least provide background information on something, there is no story. When no information is forthcoming, people make up their own minds. This story is too important to leave us all hanging, twisting in the wind.

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I hear the NHL is back… EMC Lifestyle - I need to tell you something. I couldn’t care less about the National Hockey League. (GASP!) I know...this isn’t news to long-time readers who have heard me sheepishly admit a few times that I don’t go gaga over hockey of any league. When I go to a game I spend more time watching the crowd than the action. When people say “Oooh!” and “Aaaah!” or start to swear, I usually have no idea why. And, yes, I was born in Canada and so were my parents. When I was growing up, professional sports did not figure prominently in our household. We may have watched a bit of baseball during the playoffs and my dad liked to watch the Grey Cup, but other than that, Sundays were for watching Bonanza with my Nan, followed by Wild Kingdom. In a typical year, the NHL has been something that happens in the background of my family’s lives, sort of like the sound of the grown-ups talking in a Charlie Brown episode: “Mwah mwah mwah mwaaaaah.” This year, though, it was difficult to ignore its absence due to the fact no one would shut up about it. News reports constantly referred to the lockout and the ongoing – or not ongoing – negotiations. There were approximately 4.73 kazillion stories about the fact nothing was happening. It was inescapable. On the day the players and

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sell the NHL merchandise or run the sports bars or restaurants near the arenas or the people employed by the arenas during the season. A lot of folks rely on those games for their livelihoods. Food banks took a hit – people were either giving less or using more. Some people couldn’t make ends meet because they lost their jobs or had hours reduced, all while the NHL executives talked about how many millions of dollars they were losing as the season wore on. Did all that apologizing make you feel any better about that? Not being a huge hockey fan makes it easy for me to say I don’t care about the NHL. I know there are lots of fans out there who are thrilled the season is starting up again, while many others are angry and have no plans to support the NHL anymore. One has to ask, though, who gets hurt the most? Who will feel it hardest if someone opts not to buy tickets to the games? The owners? The players? More likely it will be the people working at the arenas or selling the merchandise or running the sports bars and restaurants. Kind of makes me want to go out for dinner on a game night to show support for those folks. So I guess I do care, in a way. And as labour strife bubbles up all around us, one has to wonder: is there not a better way?

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LETTER: Learn about hospital changes To the editor, More than 150 citizens met Monday night at the Civitan hall on Highway 43, Perth, because of their concerns about the pending deep cuts at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. One of the most poignant observations came from Peg O’Connor. Supported in part by her cane, she stood up and said to the crowd: “This town is being promoted as a place for seniors to come, partly

because of the hospital. How can we harm one another by not speaking up?” The hospital plans to cut (among other services) beds, physiotherapy services, out patient clinics, and diagnostic services. The Ontario Health Coalition does excellent work tracking the state of health care services in Ontario, and OHC director Natalie Mehra spoke to the crowd, providing context for what is happening

here. Anyone interested in this issue should look at the OHC website (www.web.net/ohc/) and, in particular, the OHC Austerity Index document (Dec. 5, 2012). Page 24 of that document provides information about what is happening to health care services in this region (the South East Local Health Integration Network). Ann Silversides Otty Lake

Back to the classrooms at St. John Catholic High EMC News - Christmas holidays are over, and school has started again. A cross-country skiing club has been formed for all intermediate students interested in participating. The club will take place after school, starting soon. A yearbook committee has been started by Mme. Desmarais. Any student interested in signing up will have the chance to contribute photographs, articles and graphics to the Intermediate 2012-2013 yearbook. I’m

looking forward to this myself because I worked on the yearbook last year and I enjoyed it. Mme. Desmarais’ class has also been working on projects oriented around traditional dances and cultures in other countries. The students must choose a dance, identify the country it’s from, and write a description of the country, in addition to recreating the dance. Speaking of dancing, an Intermediate Dance will take place Jan. 17.

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day, PDCI’s Talent Show was rescheduled to Friday, Jan. 11, where many Blue Devils showed off their amazing talent! Also due to the snow day, the auctioned elves went to work on Friday, even participating in the Talent Show. Special Thanks to Student Council and the tech crew for

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Council Meeting Schedule: Committee Tuesday, January 22nd, 2013 at 2:30 pm Council Tuesday, January 29th, 2013 at 7:00 pm

ADOPTION OF THE 2013 ANNUAL BUDGET TAKE NOTICE THAT, the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lanark Highlands intends to adopt the 2013 Budget on Tuesday, January 29th, 2013 at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Ofﬁce. Dated at the Township of Lanark Highlands this 10th day of January, 2013. For further information contact Robert Bunker, Treasurer 75 George Street, Lanark, ON K0G 1K0 T. 613-259-2398 ext. 225 F. 613-259-2291 E. rbunker@lanarkhighlands.ca www.lanarkhighlands.ca

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2013 DOG TAGS Dog Tags are due for renewal. Tags are available at the Municipal Office, during regular office hours. The fee is $10.00 (until March 31st when the price will increase to $15.00) and is payable by cash/cheque/interact. Owners are asked to keep the tag fastened on the dog at all times. Kennel Licenses are available, where applicable, for a fee of $50.00. If you require any further information, please contact the Municipal Office. DOGS ARE PROHIBITED FROM RUNNING AT LARGE.

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Just in time for Christmas For Kate, Kevin and Carter, Calli Grace Lowe born Sunday, December 2, 2012 at 3:58 p.m. at Almonte General Hospital, 6 lbs., 12 ozs. Second grandchild for Mark and Joanne Lowe, niece for Alex and Ryan Lowe, ﬁfth grandchild for Donna Moher, niece for Paul and Mark Janveau. Second great-grandchild for Carol and Don Lowe and Leo Gauthier and the late Jackie Gauthier. Eighth great-grandchild for Claire and the late Roger Janveau, second great-great-grandchild for the late Margaret Joy. Thank you to nurses Mary Sue, Joan and especially Anita and all the OBS nurses of AGH. Thank you to Dr. Prevost and Dr. Murray.

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THANK YOU The Gauthier, Lowe, Moher and Janveau families would like to thank the following people for gifts of food, Christmas presents, clothing, monetary gifts, gift cards and ﬂowers after the sudden passing of Kevin Lowe. Caldwell School, Moms of Kanata (Courtney), anonymous donations, the Food Bank of Lanark for the reception following the funeral, strangers, friends, family, Alpha Mixed Martial Arts of Carleton Place, Lanark Legion for hosting the reception. Dave Ckleborn for providing the salads for the reception, O’Dacre Family Funeral Home of Perth for their professional and empathetic guidance (John and Janey O’Dacre), Sunshines Now & Then of Carleton Place (Chantal Giroux) for the Christmas baskets, groceries from Freshco from Secret Santa. Carter, Calli and Kate thank all those who have contributed to the trust fund. Words cannot express the generosity Kate and the children have received at this very difﬁcult time, especially at Christmas. If we have forgotten anyone please accept our heartfelt thank you and appreciation. Mark and Joanne Lowe Kate, Carter and Calli Lowe And Donna Moher

THANK YOU The families of the late Susan Ann Whitteker (nee Bygrove) would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all who helped out after Susie’s untimely passing. Thank you for all your support and to all who sent food, cards, flowers and prayers. We would like to thank Reverend Albert Hoppins for his compassionate service. Also to Lannin Funeral Home for their help and assistance during a most difficult time. Thanks to all who sent flowers, gave donations, as well to those who expressed online condolences. To our friends, co-workers and family members who attended the visitation and service, thank you. Thank you to Bev and Paul for leading the way and helping Rick with all the difficult, necessary arrangements. To Marnie and Ron for hosting the after service get together, and Wendy Doherty for making certain all was good. To Wendy, Marnie, Laurie, Sandy, Bev and families for looking out for Mom, and to Mom for looking out for us – thank you. To the Whitteker family members, thank you for the love and support. Sincere thank you to Wendy Doherty, Jim and Patricia Meagher and families, Brent and Susan Bygrove and families for their amazing kindness and unbelievable amounts of food that kept us all going. To Uncle Bill for your visits with Mom, they truly helped. To Lisa Stewart, your kindness and thoughtfulness was so comforting. We express sincere thanks to the pallbearers Dan Arbour, Michael Arbour, Paul Cauley, Dan Perkins, Brett Perkins and Jason Mosher. We know it was a difficult task. Susies loss is profound and we will forever remember her with joy and love. Sincerely with love, Rick Whitteker June Bygrove Bygrove families Whitteker families

Passed away suddenly in the Carleton Place Hospital on Friday January 11, 2013 at the age of 81. Lovingly remembered by his daughter Catherine, granddaughter Tricia, son-in-law Andre Lariviere and his children Melanie, Marc-Andre and his wife Pat. Frank graduated from Ottawa Technical High School and was a bandsman with the Royal Canadian Navy (reserve) from 1948 to 1951. He was a member of the RCAF from 1952 to 1956, then worked for the federal government for 26 years, retiring from the DSS Division in 1986. Frank was an avid racing enthusiast, which began with hydro planes, then go-carts and Formula 4. He was a member of the Motorsports Club of Ottawa for many years. Frank grew up in Manotick and had a passion for jazz music from an early age. He played saxophone and started his own band named Satin at the age of 15, playing the local Saturday night barn dances. His musical career lasted over 60 years in the Ottawa area. He was the musical director for Grey Jazz and Silver Swing for many years, and also played with Souper Jazz, Swing Junction, Swamp Water Jazz Band, Soft Sax Swing, Swing Bridge, Esquires of Swing, Apex Jazz Band and the Dixieland Jazz Band. He will be sorely missed by his music buddies. Friends may visit the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Sunday January 20, 2013, from 2 - 4 p.m. Charitable donations will be gratefully accepted at the Carleton Place Hospital or the Ottawa Heart Institute. www.barkerfh.com

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OHLKE Bernice Jane ‘Jeanie’ Peacefully in the presence of her family on Friday, January 11, 2013 at the Trillium Center in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late R.F. ‘Rudy’ Ohlke M.D. Loving mother of Bette Flindall, Gordon (Lorraine Tank) and Jane (Joe Favot). Dear grandmother of Julie (David Downs), Kevin (Beth Krein) and Andrew Flindall (Jax Laut), Katie, Charley (Helen Taylor), Lindsay and Lisa Ohlke, and Elizabeth, Caroline and Timothy Favot. Great grandmother of Will and Drew Downs, Michaela Flindall and Alec Flindall. Predeceased by her brothers Cecil and Earl and survived by sister in-law Joanne Hanna. Daughter of the late Gordon Hanna and Margaret Watt. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. She had a quiet pride in her United Empire Loyalist and Scottish settler heritage and lived her life with integrity guided by the strong values of her native Ottawa Valley. She was a Registered Nurse, world traveller, avid gardener and lover of animals (especially fox terriers) and will always be remembered as a charitable and giving soul, with a surprising sense of humour. Resting at James Reid Funeral Home, 1900 John Counter Boulevard, Kingston. Family and friends will be received Thursday, January 17, 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held in the chapel of Turner and Porter Peel Chapel, 2180 Hurontario St. (Hwy 10, N. of Q.E.W), Mississauga on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at 10:30 am. Interment will follow at St. John’s Dixie Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to The Salvation Army, the Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of choice would be appreciated. www.jamesreidfuneralhome.com

(long time Lock Master, Narrows Lock, Rideau Canal) Gord McVeety passed away at the age of 78 years on January 11, 2013. He was the much loved father of Cathy McVeety (Rob) Marshall of Houston, Texas, Steven (Mary) McVeety of Perth, and Marcy McVeety (Philip) Whitney of Hinton, Alberta. Gord was the cherished brother of Lois (Bob) Leishman of Wolfeville, NS. Gord will be greatly missed by his grandchildren, Sarah and Rebecca Marshall, Graham and Amara McVeety, Chelsea, Isaac and John Whitney. Gord will be remembered for his love of the Big Rideau Lake. Living just down the road from his ancestral home on the Rideau where he was born, his life was spent living, working and playing in what he called “the greatest place on earth”. What made it even greater was the company of his family and friends especially the faithful companionship of his four legged friends. He was never without a dog. Gord was a kind and generous man, who was happy to share whatever he had and do whatever he could to help others. Gord would say some of his best years were those working as a Lock Master on the Rideau Canal. He combined that love with his passion to help sick children by holding annual summer BBQ’s at the Narrows Lock for 20 years. Through the sale of hamburgers and hotdogs in the summer and full course dinners at dances held in the spring, Gord was proud to have raised over $50,000 for CHEO. The cause was worthy but the people came primarily because of the personal invitation of a man they greatly admired. Gord will be sorely missed. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St W., Perth on Tuesday January 15th, 2013 from 2:00 to 5:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. The funeral service will be held privately for the family. In remembrance, contributions to C.H.E.O. or the Lanark Animal Welfare Society would be appreciated. Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth, (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

Christopher Cauley McKenna

Thomas A. “Tommy” Cowcill

Passed away peacefully following a brief illness, Thomas “Tommy” A. Cowcill at the age of 75. Tommy will be fondly remembered by his only surviving family member, his brother Richard, of Kitchener. During Tommy’s entire life, he touched everyone that knew him. He was a long-time resident at Rideau Regional and then most recently at Rosebridge Manor in Easton’s Corners. Each place where Tommy lived, he garnered so many special friendships and relationships with so many residents, the staff, as well as other families that had loved ones living with Tommy. He will be remembered as a person that could see the positive in anything, and enjoyed every precious day on this earth. He had a smile that could light up a room and always brought so much joy to those around him. The family would like to thank the former staff at Rideau Regional for their extraordinary care for so many years, as well as all of the staff more recently at Rosebridge Manor. It is all of you that made Tommy’s life here on earth so wonderful. Funeral services will remain private for the family and a private interment will take place in Sudbury at a later date.

Dowdall, Deanne A.

613-258-2435 SEWARD O. Derrel Seward Suddenly at the Ottawa Heart Institute on Thursday January 10, 2013. Derrel Seward of Portland, in his 60th year. Beloved husband of Sandra Fader. Dear Father of Barry Seward of Kitchener and Travis (Marty) Seward of Cardinal. Dear Step-father of Cindy (Steve), Tina (Barry), Lisa and Kimberely. Predeceased by his parents, Orville and Betty Seward. A Memorial Gathering will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch # 231, 2314 Harlem Road, Portland on Saturday January 19, 2013 from 1 until 3 p.m. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations made to the Lanark Animal Welfare Society or the Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Scotland Funeral Home, Elgin 613-359-5555 or at www.scotlandfuneralhome.com

James Robert Shanks

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(Long time professional trapper and outdoorsman). In hospital in Perth on Tuesday January 8th, 2013 at the age of 88 years. Jim was predeceased in 2011 by his beloved wife Rachel (Sargeant) Shanks, he was the dear father of Harry & David Shanks; brother of Reg (Vena) Shanks and the late Aileen (Roy) Sproule; brother-in-law of the late Hannah Purdon, Mildred O’Neil, Garnet Sargeant, Jeanetta Cooper, Yula Crawford, Walter Sargeant and Florence Johnston. Jim will be sadly missed by his grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, family and many good friends. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W., Perth on Friday January 11th, 2013 from 2:00 to 5:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral service was held in the Chapel Saturday at 1:00 P.M. followed by a reception in the Blair & Son Family Centre. In remembrance, contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Heart & Stroke Society would be appreciated.

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Donald Edward Kean

In loving memory of Donald Edward Kean who passed away at the age of 57 in the Smiths Falls Hospital, with his family by his side, on Saturday January 12, 2013 after a battle with cancer. Don was the loving son of Florence and the late Jack Kean, loving father of Gina (Robert) Rubino, loving grandfather of Jesse Kean, Coral-Lynn and Nairn Rubino. Brother of Sharon, Brenda, Beverly (Phil), Kathy, Diane (Bruce), Jerry (Karen) and the late Bobbie and the late Brian. Don will be sadly missed by Susan Kean, and all his nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Tuesday January 15, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral Service was held at the Blair & Son Funeral Home Smiths Falls on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Interment followed at Elmwood Cemetery, Perth. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to LAWS.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth, (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Harrison, Derrick Everett Dean February 9, 1948 - January 11, 2013 Suddenly at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, on Friday January 11, 2013 at the age of 64. Predeceased by his wife Jo-Anne. Loving father of Kimberley Bachelder (Terry), Sean Bachelder, James Harrison (Anne) and Stephanie Harrison (Mark). Proud grandfather of Cody, Chloe and Maya. Predeceased by his mother Beryl. Survived by his father Hyliard “Sonny”, his brothers Robin (Wendy), Kevin (Marilyn) and Joey (Shelley), and several nieces and nephews.

Gambell, Emily July 19, 1936 - January 8, 2013

For those who wish, a donation to the Kidney Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

Peacefully at the Carleton Place Hospital, on Tuesday January 8, 2013, at the age of 76. Beloved wife of the late Bill Gambell. Loving mother of the late Malcolm. Special mom to Ron Twigge (Paisley) and the late Andy Harding and their children. Survived by 4 brothers. Predeceased by 3 brothers. Friends called at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Saturday January 12, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. until the funeral service in the chapel at 11:00 a.m. For those who wish, a donation to the Carleton Place Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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Friends visited the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Wednesday January 16, 2013 from 11 a.m. until the funeral service in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. Interment in the spring at United Cemeteries.

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Condolences/Donations/Tributes at:

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth, (613) 267-3765 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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Suddenly at home in Renfrew on Thursday, January 10, 2013, in her 75th year. Loved wife of the late William “Bill” Dowdall. Cherished mother and best friend of Jo-Anne and her husband Kevin Brown of Renfrew. Special “G” to Bailey and Cooper. Dear sister of Gail (Glenn) Yuill and Wendy (Allie) Graham. Predeceased by her parents Lee and Ernie Buffam and brothers Art and Carl (Sharonsurviving). Dear sister-in-law of Anna Ferguson (late Arthur), Pearl Dowdall, Mac Dowdall (Barb), Doris Craig (late Ernie) and Wayne Dowdall (Jean), late Ken Dowdall (Saidee-surviving), late Mel Dowdall (Thelmasurviving), late Donald (Carol-surviving) and the late Lois Robertson. Survived by many nieces & nephews and her canine friend “Penny”. Family and friends were invited to attend the funeral service in the chapel of the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Sunday, January 13, 2013 at 2 p.m. followed by a reception at the Royal Canadian Legion, 177 George Street, Carleton Place. Spring interment at St. John’s Anglican Cemetery, Innisville. Donations to St. John’s Anglican Cemetery, Innisville or Hospice Renfrew would be appreciated by the family.

June 3, 1930 – November 28, 2012 On Wednesday November 28, 2012, Dr. Ronald Keith Armstrong peacefully left us with his wife Lois of 58 years by his side. Our family would like all friends and extended family to join us in the celebration of Ron’s life on Saturday January 19, 2013 at 1pm at St. James Anglican Church, 35 Clothier Street W., Kemptville. Reception will follow at the Municipal Centre in Kemptville. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Kemptville Community Living or the Kemptville District Hospital.

At Lanark Lodge, Perth on Friday, January 11th, 2013 at the age of 85 years. Walter was predeceased in 2002 by his beloved wife Theresa (Bowes) McLean. He will be sadly missed by his daughters Dianne McLean and Joanne (Barry) Martin and son Robert (Karen) McLean, grandchildren Erin and Abbey McLean, Christopher Martin and Kayla and Breanne McLean, brother Frank (Eva) McLean, all his family and friends. Walter was predeceased by sisters Marg Wright, Mary Dillon, Fran MacLaren, Bernadine Early and Doreen Fournier and brother Murray McLean. He was a long time employee of Canada Post in Perth. Friends and family were invited to join together for a Mass of Christian Burial which was held in St. John’s Church, Perth Monday January 14th, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. A reception followed in the Perth Legion. In remembrance, donations to the Memorial Fund of Lanark Lodge would be appreciated. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Directors, Perth 613267-3765.

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T. Walter “Boots” McLean

Passed away peacefully at Smiths Falls Hospital, Smiths Falls, on Monday, January 7, 2013 in his 91st year. He raised his family in Burlington with his beloved late wife Catharine Alice Selfe (nee Egan). Loved and survived by children Barb, Brian, Wilf and Denise, grandchildren Lindsay, Ashley, Billie, Corey, Christine, Brittaney, Jacklyn, Katelyn and great-grandchildren Genesis, Elias, Aura, Kayden, and Olive. Dear broher of Edith and the late Jack. Ivan will be fondly remembered by all his family and friends. Many thanks to staff at Willowdale Retirement Home and Smiths Falls Hospital for your support and kindness. Visitation was held at Smith’s Funeral Home, 485 Brant Street (one block north of City Hall), Burlington (905-6323333), on Sunday from 3-5 p.m. where a funeral service was held in the Chapel on Monday, January 14, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.

(Conductor - CP Rail) Christopher Cauley McKenna of Smiths Falls died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 7, 2013 in the Kingston General Hospital. Chris was born May 22, 1956; son of Mary McKenna Coyne (nee Cauley) of Smiths Falls and the late Joseph McKenna and step son of the late Brian Coyne. He is survived by his loving and caring wife Kim (Heaslip) and beautiful and devoted daughter Nicole. Loved brother of Roger (Barb) McKenna of Arnprior, Garry (Laurie) McKenna of Guelph, Paul (Linda) McKenna of Smiths Falls and Caulette (John) McBride of Kingston. Brother in law of Patsy (Robert) Dano of Gananoque, Theresa Fader (Rennie Carly) of Lombardy, Lorie (Harry) Bennett of Merrickville and David (Judy) Heaslip of Smiths Falls. He was the proud uncle of 47 nieces and nephews and honourary uncle to many. Chris will be sadly missed by countless relatives and friends. “Issy” touched the lives of many people with his generosity, smile and his kind sense of humour. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Friday, January 11, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Francis de Sales Church, Smiths Falls on Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment followed at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Salvation Army. Micah 6:8 “And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and walk humbly with your God.”

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Betty passed away, peacefully, in hospital, Perth, on Sunday, December 30, 2012. Elizabeth Cox Tennant, of Perth, at the age of 84 years. Born in Dundee, Scotland on August 21 1928, Betty was predeceased by her parents, Francis and Euphemia Tennant, and by her sisters June and Janet. Caring and loving Aunt to Janette (Ken) Barrie, and Frank (Audrey) Low, all of Scotland. Betty will be sadly missed by her surviving sisters; Rita (late Colin) Elder, and Ella (George) Low, also of Scotland. Betty was a dear and close friend for over 20 years, to Elsie Garrett, of Perth. Betty was a valued and respected employee of C.N. Railway, where she was employed for many years. To honour Betty’s wishes, cremation has taken place, with a private interment to be held at a later date. Betty’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth 613-267-3082

PAQUETTE JOSEPH RAYMOND ‘Joey’ It is with broken hearts that Ed and Laurie Paquette (nee: Farrell) inform their friends and community of the sudden passing of their precious son, Joey at our home in Almonte on Wednesday morning, January 9, 2013 of an undetected medical condition. Joey was 12 years old and the only brother of Scott. Dearest grandson of Gale Farrell (nee: Badour) and the late Jerome Farrell and the late Raymond and Barbara Paquette. Joey will be lovingly remembered by his many aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends were received at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON. (613)-256-3313 for visiting on Sunday, January 13 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. Funeral was held Monday at Holy Name of Mary Church, Almonte for Celebration of the Eucharist at 11 AM. Cremation to follow. For those who may choose to honour Joey with a memorial donation, please consider the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

Edith Alma Passed away peacefully at the Smiths Falls Community Hospital on Friday January 11, 2013 Edith Alma Rigby in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late William Earhart Nabert. Loving mother to William (Bonnie) of Hamilton, Ronald (Terry) of Otter Lake On. Predeceased by her Daughter June Nabert. Cherished Grandmother to Richard Nabert, Robin Nabert and Deborah Anne Dube. Great Grandmother to Delia Donaldson and Riley Nabert. Dear sister to Mary Johnstone. Edith will be sadly missed by the Brown Family of Kemptville and the Rigby Families. Friends were invited to visit with the family at Lannin Funeral Home on Tuesday January 15, 2013 from 11AM till 1PM. A Funeral service was held on Tuesday January 15, 2013 at Lannin Funeral Home Chapel at 1 PM. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Online condolences are available at www.lannin.ca

BUELL Margaret Doris Unexpectedly in hospital at Almonte on her birthday, January 7, 2013. Doris Buell of Almonte, age 81 years. Beloved daughter of the late Alice M. Buell. Doris was a child of God. She touched many lives along her life’s journey. She is fondly remembered by her many friends with whom she resided at Lanark Community Living. Doris will be greatly missed by her Mijiwan Family and all the staff who cared and loved her at Mills Community Support Corporation. Friends may call at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON. (613)256-3313. For visiting on Tuesday, January 22 from 10 AM until time of Service in the Chapel at 11 AM, Rev. Mary Royal, ofﬁciating. Reception to follow. Final interment Hillcrest Cemetery, Smiths Falls. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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Lockett William “Bill” Lockett

Passed away peacefully at the Brockville General Hospital on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at the age of 66. Bill will be sadly missed by his loving wife Ginger (nee King). Loving father of Christine (Phil) Chattaway, Kathymarie Lockett and Kevin (Tammy) Lockett. Cherished grandfather of Andrew, Angela, Mathew, Nikki, Julie, Sarah, Emily, Kaitlyn, Samantha, and Breanna; and great-grandfather of Aydessa, Nohlan, Hayley and Brayden. Bill will be fondly remembered by his many brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends are welcome to gather and celebrate Bill’s life at Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Saturday, January 19, 2013 in the Chapel at 2 o’clock. Private interment will take place at a later date. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.

Conrad E. Thompson

(Retired Bell Canada, Ottawa) Peacefully, in hospital, Kingston on Saturday, January 12, 2013 Conrad E. Thompson at the age of 80. Beloved husband for 58 years, best friend and companion of Marilyn (Mitchell) Thompson. Son of the late Clinton and Alice (Lecuyer) Thompson. Loving brother of Percy (Jean) Thompson, the late Gladys Ryan (Thomas) and Gloria Glover (the late Bruce). Fondly remembered and sadly missed by numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews. Sadly missed by best friends Delta and Bob Boldt. Private family services will be held with interment at Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa in the spring. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Lanark Animal Welfare Society (L.A.W.S.) P.O. Box 156, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4T1 Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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HAMILTON, Bessie - In loving memory of a dear mother who passed away January 13, 2008. It’s been five years since you were called away, I miss you Mom everyday. I wish Heaven had a phone So I could call you at your new Home. Love Donna

LEESON - In memory of Larry Leeson (Sept. 4, 1941 - Jan. 14, 2008). Five years. If you were here, you would be 71. You were here in spirit, in a double rainbow at your daughter’s wedding. We missed you at the wedding of your granddaughter, and at every family gathering. All of this snow reminds us of how much you loved it. Memories are living things and we treasure them. Half a decade is a long time, but sometimes we still think you will walk through the door. We are witnesses to your life. And we know we were so very lucky to have you in ours. Missing you Larry/Dad/Grandpa Your loving family.

BUKER, Lois Jane – In loving memory of our mother who passed away 21 years ago January 20, 1992. There is never a day that goes by that we don’t think of you. We miss you so much. Love your family

BYGROVE, Kenneth In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, Ken, who passed away Jan. 21st, 1991. Always loved and forever remembered by his wife June, his children and all his grandchildren

KENDALL, Robert B. - In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather who passed away January 9, 2006. Treasured still with love sincere, The memories of one so dear. Fondest thoughts are ever entwined, In beautiful memories left behind. Lovingly remembered by wife Marion son William and family step-daughter Gloria and family

LAKE, Connie- In loving memory of our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who went to be with God on January 20, 2003. Our sweet angel.... We thought of you with love today But that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday And days before that too. Your memory is our keepsake With which we will never part. God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts. Always remembered, forever loved, Janice, Kelly, Chris and Sarah.

McCORMACK, Jack - In loving memory of a beloved husband, dad and pop, who passed away January 22, 2008. You did so many things for us Your heart was kind and true And when we needed someone most We could always count on you. You gave us many things in life, Gifts both great and small, But most of all you gave us love The greatest gift of all. We remember all the yesterdays You filled with loving care The peace and comfort always felt Just knowing you were there. The special years will not return When we were all together But with the love within our hearts You will walk with us forever. Always loved and remembered by Bobbie, Jean, Skip, Marie, Kevin, grandchildren and great grandchildren

“WE REMEMBER” Just inside the main entrance of the C.R. Gamble Funeral Home is a book of remembrance. Each day we turn a page in the book. The names of those we have served are inscribed on that date along with the year in which they passed away. It is our way of honouring and remembering a life that was lived. It is also our way

Mitchel “Mitch” Cram August 16, 1985 to January 16, 2009

Life has slowly passed us by since you have left us We think of you everyday The fond memories of you will never leave us Still missing your smile that could charm anyone Your laugh always made others laugh regardless of what was happening Sports, cottage time and the holidays are not the same We love you, miss you and you are in our hearts and thoughts daily Love Dad, Mom, Jonathan, Adrian, Nicholas

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17th 1985 - Bourgoin, Michel Jean ‘Mike’ 1996 - Thatcher, Frederick S. 1998 - Fisher, Ida Dora 2003 - Deugo, Ruth Elizabeth 2012 - Finner, Bernard Gerard 18th 1981 - McAuliffe, Christopher 1995 - Bulloch, Marguerite ‘Maggie’ 1998 - Charles, Dorothy ‘Dot’ 19th 1978 - Julian, Thomas 1979 - Hannah, Florence Moore 1984 - Lee, Inez Emily 1994 - Hudson, Alfred Moorehouse 1999 - Law, Eva Margaret 2000 - Deugo, Alice Irene 2005 - Wickware, Ruth Evelyn

McLEAN, Elsie Marguerite - In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother who passed away January 12, 1989. Twenty four years have come and gone And still the pain it lingers on. No one knows the heartache We try so hard to hide And no one knows how many times We have broken down and cried. You have never been forgotten And you never will. May the winds of love blow softly And whisper so you can hear, We will always love and miss you And wish that you were here. Sadly missed and always loved and remembered by Daughter Jean Bisonette and grandchildren Norma Jean, Paul and John Bisonette ROBERTS, Ed June 23, 1979 to January 18, 2011. Two years you have been gone But remembering you is easy We do it every day. Missing you is the hardest part As it never goes away. To hear your voice To see your smile To sit with you and talk a while Would be our greatest wish. Today, tomorrow, our whole life through We shall always love you. And remember you We speak your name with love and pride We smile with tears we cannot hide. We thank you for the years we shared The love you gave, The way you cared. Forever in our hearts Love Mom, Dennis, Candace and Haelyn

JANUARY of saying “thank you” to the many families who have shown conﬁdence in us since we came to Almonte in 1973. Some families are unable to visit this book on the anniversary of the death of those they love. For this reason we are proud to publish these names weekly as our way of saying…“We Remember”.

20th 1975 - McGrath, Thomas Joshua 1989 - Mitchell, Dr. Howard Scott 2004 - Harvison, Marguerite Sara 22nd 1985 - Cochran, John Andrew 1995 - McLeod, Duncan Nathaniel 2000 - Aird, Helen McCrone 2008 - McCormack, John ‘Jack’ 23rd 1982 - Barker, Georgina 1985 - Smith, Clifford John 1995 - Kelly, Louis Patrick 2012 - Connolly, Barry Gerald CL420492_0117

Sadly the Delisle family mourns the loss of another family member. Peacefully at Perth District Hospital on Friday, January 11, 2013 Donnie Delisle in his 56th year has passed away after battling a long illness. Donnie is survived by his common law spouse Faye Moore of Smiths Falls, Sisters Gloria Hendy (Smiths Falls) and Carol Bingley (Rideau Ferry). Predeceased by his parents Alice and Denzil Delisle and Brother Peter Delisle who sadly passed only one week ago. He will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. We will miss you Donnie, Faye and The Delisle Family. Cremation has taken place. A memorial to Celebrate Donnie’s life will be held at a later date in the spring. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

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30 gallon oil fired hot water heater, and 900 litre oil tank for sale. $500 for both. 613-259-3407. 4 MotoMaster Total Terrain snow tires mounted on rims. 235/70R16. Asking $425. Call 613-267-5971. 7-1/2’ Fisher snowplow. $750 o.b.o. 613-259-2067 evenings. 8 h.p. snowblower with tracks, $200, good condition; Effiphone Dove, 6 string guitar, new with case, $325. 613-283-2368. All brands of used appliances sold (or repaired at your place or ours) with warranty and free delivery. We also sell new parts for most appliances. George Peters Appliances, #3756 Hwy. 43, Smiths Falls (between Perth and Smiths Falls). (613)283-8634.

Antique furniture for sale. Blanket box, harvest table, flatto-the-wall cupboard and a bookcase-back desk. Call 613-258-5869 Antique roll top desk 100 yrs old, original finish, good condition, few character marks, pigeon holes, centre drawer and file drawers. Original fabric on roll top. Asking $4500. Contact Cathy 613-724-9570. Apples, cider and apple products. Smyths Apple Orchard, 613-652-2477. Updates, specials and coupons at www.smythsapples.com. Open daily til April 1st. Appliances for sale, all gently used. Maytag washer and dryer, Crosely fridge, and Frigidaire gallery oven with convection. $1200.00 o.b.o. (613)283-6444. Attention woodcutters, light chain oil, $7.25 a jug. Good selection of Husqvarna and Echo chainsaws. 14th year of after sale service, Pete’s Lawn & Marine 613-267-7053. Cedar (white), quality lumber, most sizes, decking, T&G, channel rustic. Also huge bundles of cedar slabs ($45) and large bags of shavings ($35). w w w. s c o u t e n w h i t e c e d a r. c a (613)283-3629. EMC Classifieds

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Dan Peters New Bed Factory Outlet- January clearance- 20-50% off! Over 300 Ontario made mattress & boxspring sets in stock! Foam single matts $79, double $99, coil mattress & box sets $159 single, $199 double, queen pillow top sets $379, king size 800 coil set $699, new queen memory gel sets $899 wow! King size pocket coil with 5” latex plush top only 1 in stock was $2199 50% off now only $1099! 3/4 beds available. Delivery available. Call for bulk discounts. Evening appointments available. Call 613-284-8281 open Tuesday through Sunday 10 am-5 pm, open till 8 pm on Fridays! 3768 Hwy 43 West, Smiths Falls. Disability Products. Buy and Sell stair lifts, scooters, bath lifts, patient lifts, hospital beds, etc. Call Silver Cross Ottawa (613)231-3549. HOT TUB (Spa) Covers. Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours Available. Call 1 - 8 6 6 - 6 5 2 - 6 8 3 7 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper

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Radio Controlled model aircraft. Two Eagle 2 Trainers, both very good condition. 613-257-7822 for more information.

MF compact 18 h.p. tractor with blower and mower deck, hydrostatic, $1,700. Spare parts. 613-283-6504.

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I Connect AV and computer help. Need help with your electronics? Audio video installs in-home tutoring. Call Mike 613-285-0655, 613-264-5515.

Pressure washer, model 2900, 6-1/2 h.p., $350; snowblower, Canadiana, 10 h.p., $425; Weslo treadmill, 3.7 h.p., like new, $350. 613-283-3127.

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5 Generations of Sales of Dry Seasoned hardwood cut and split. Stored inside. Volume discount. Outdoor furnace wood also. 613-253-8006. Dry hardwood firewood, stored inside, (613)256-3258 or (613)620-3258. Also birch mix available. Firewood, all hardwood $85/face cord, softwood mixed, $65/face cord. Also outdoor furnace wood available. Delivery available. 613-285-1547. Firewood- Cut, split and delivered or picked up. Dry seasoned hardwood or softwood from $50/face cord. Phone Greg Knops (613)658-3358, cell (613)340-1045. Firewood: Dry Mixed hardwood. $100/face Call (613)258-7127.

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Hunter Safety/Canadian Firearms Courses and exams throughout the year. Organize a course and yours is free. Call Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.

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Certified piano technician, with Piano Technician’s Guild, extensive experience with tuning, repairing and rebuilding. Contact Grant Pattingale at 6 1 3 - 2 8 4 - 8 3 3 3 , 1-877-742-6648 or www.piano4u.ca Guitar, acoustic, new, never played, with case, blue and red in colour. 2 to choose from. $125 each. 613-275-2333 Piano Tuner Technician for all your piano needs. Call Lionel Pauze. 1(613)278-2017.

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Ariens snowblower sale. 30” deluxe electric start, non current $1,229, 2 only. 28” professional 2013 save $300, 1 only. 28” deluxe 2013 $1,290. Service after sales, for 14 years, Pete’s Lawn & Marine 613-267-7053.

Contractor buys properties in need of repair or renovation for top cash price. Gerry Hudson, Kingston (613)449-1668 Sales Representative Rideau Town and Country Realty Ltd, Brokerage (613)273-5000.

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Canadian Firearm/Hunter Safety Courses. Call Dave Arbour 613-257-7489 or visit www.valleysportsmanshow.com for dates and details of courses near you. Fur Harvest Fur Management and Conservation Course. Want to get your Trappers Licence? A course is being held at Hopetown Community Centre February 1, 2, 3rd, 9th & 10th. Please contact Laurie Whyte at 613-259-3283 or Lyle Cavanagh at 613-839-5311.

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Assortment of used tires, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16.5. Summers, all-season and snows. Also used car parts. Gord 613-257-2498.

Doggie Bed & Breakfast. Inhome kennels, grooming, fenced activity park, nature walks. Lorna (613)200-1952 or (613)264-2203.

1 Bedroom Apartment, 10 mins east of Perth. Mature tenant preferred. $650 plus heat. Call 613-565-6398.

For sale- Brindle female Boxer pup. 8 weeks old. $500. Ringalevio Boxer Kennel at Elgin. Ted Lake 613-359-5975. Husky/Golden Lab puppies for sale, $300 each. Come with first shots. Call 613-812-0643.

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2004 Yamaha SXVenom, 600 triple, electric and reverse. 6000 miles. $4,500. Also lg. Ice Rider, reg. suit, mitts, size 9 boots, HJC helmet. 613-924-2062.

Manuals and decals. Operator manuals, service manuals, parts manuals. Tractors, engines, implements and heavy equipment. Robert’s Tractor Manuals (519)539-0739.

2 bdrm apt. in Lanark village, $500/month + utilities, fridge, stove, shared laundry room, references. 1st & last, www.mls.ca MLS# 854187. 613-200-1000.

Purebred female, 10 month old, Blue Tick Hound. House trained, will make good pet or hunting dog. Asking $75. 613-851-4571. Set your dog free with a Dogwatch Hidden Fence System. Service and installation of any system. 1(800)647-3307. www.dogwatchontario.ca

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2 Roan Clydesdale Geldings for sale. 13 yrs old together since birth and sold as a team. Prize winners in 2003 and 2004 in 6 horse hitch. Gentle and easy to work with. Asking $5000. Contact Cathy 613-724-9570. Dorset Ram, 3 years old, gentle. $375. Call 613-326-0366.

St. Jean’s Farrier Service. 613-283-1198. Wanted to buy, horses, colts and ponies, all types. Contact Bob Perkins at (613)342-6030.

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2 bedroom second floor apartment, downtown Carleton Place, includes water, heat, 4-pc bath, stove, fridge and parking. No smoking or pets, first and last months rent and references. Available February 1, $850/month + hydro. (613)314-1013 and (613)839-0039.

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Mortgage Solutions Purchases, Consolidations, Construction. Lower that bank posted rates (OAC) On-Site Private Funds for credit issues, discharged bankrupts and BFS without proven income. Chase Financial 1-613-384-1301 Chase Financial o/b 835289 Ontario Inc. Brokerage License #10876

Mature male, non-smoker seeks Room and Board in the Perth area from Sunday night to Thursday night. Please call Kevin at 613-342-2092 after 5:00 p.m.

Looking for commercial space in Carleton Place? A store, office space or industrial from 720-3000 sq. ft., 613-257-5711. Professional Office Space, Carleton Place, furnished/unfurnished offices, signage, common areas, parking, security, first month free, ( 6 1 3 ) 2 5 7 - 9 5 4 5 , (613)257-3790, paultetrad@gmail.com Store front retail space. Excellent location, downtown Carleton Place, near town hall. 613-867-1905.

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Good selection of purebred Charolais bulls, 1 and 2 year olds. 613-275-2930. Polled purebred Limousin bull. 2 years old. Quiet. Off test at Douglas. 2 polled yearling Limousin bulls. 2 Limousin bull calves, 8 months. 613-257-2522 or 613-623-3363.

2 bedroom 3rd floor apt. Downtown Perth. $750. Heated. Includes fridge, stove, hotwater. No parking or yard. 613-267-6666.

2 bedroom large apt. Smiths Falls- in well maintained building. Fridge, stove, heat and hydro, laundry included. $850/mth. Call Perry 613-284-4191, Weagle Realty Ltd. Brokerage.

TOM’S CUSTOM AIRLESS PAINTING Specializing in roof barn & aluminum siding painting. *30 years experience. *Screw nailing and roof repairs. Insured and Bonded Free Estimates (613)283-8475

1000 sq.ft. on Prescott St., Kemptville. $1,000/mth. includes water, taxes and heat. Hydro extra. 613-296-3455. 1,280 sq. ft. apartment in downtown Winchester, $950 a month, heat and air conditioning included. Non-smoker/no pets. Contact 613-463-9350 between hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.

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2 Bedroom semi-detached, downtown Kemptville with yard. $850 plus hydro. Call or text 613-223-0077 2 bedroom. Toulon Place. Smiths Falls. $860/mth. Available immediately. Heat and hydro available in quiet security building, close to County Fair Mall. 613-283-9650. 3 bedroom home, Smiths Falls, good neighbourhood. Heat, hydro, water, stove, fridge, washer and dryer included. $1,200/month. Call Perry 613-284-4191 Weagle Realty Ltd.

Carleton Place, single bedroom, second floor apartment, $550/month. Fridge and stove included. 613-223-0798. Carleton Place. Spacious 2 bed. apt. available March 1st. Centrally located, all appliances + laundry facilities. 900.00 +hydro. Non smokers only, no animals. 253-3456 days, 257-9005 eve. Carssridge Apartments, Smiths Falls, 1 bedroom, available immediately. $870/month, heat, hydro, cable included. In quiet security building with laundry. Call 613-283-9650. Code Apartments. Smiths Falls. Spacious, bright, 2 bedroom in clean, quiet, adult building. Fridge, stove, parking, laundry facilities. (613)283-7779.

Perth, cozy semi-detached, 1 bedroom bachelor. Recently renovated. Available immediately. $500/month plus. Nice residential neighbourhood close to downtown. References. Call or text 613-264-7375.

Country living, Clayton, quiet, relaxed, large home, I share with 2 dogs, smoking ok, parking, 2 acre property. Private bath, jacuzzi and shower. All inclusive $575/month. Bob 613-256-1270.

Perth, large, bright, 2 bedroom apartment, ground floor. Fridge, stove and parking included. Patio door with walkout to hedged in area. $850 plus utilities. 613-264-0002.

Downtown Perth- Large sunny 1 bedroom apt. Laundry facilities. Water included. Quiet building. Non-smoking. $650/mth. Available February 15 or March 1. 613-464-3336.

Renovated 2 bedroom apt. downtown Perth. Lovely water views overlooking Tay River basin. Parking available. $895 plus hydro. Call Ron (202)812-8944.

Kemptville 2 Bedroom apartment at Sandy Mountain. $825/month inclusive, parking included. No Pets, 1st and last required and references. 613-989-2100

Rooms to rent with family, furnished, shared laundry/kitchen/main bath, includes cable. $400/$500 per month. References required. Carleton Place. 613-253-0821.

Kemptville. Room mate wanted to share 2 bedroom apartment, $400/month. Available now. 613-219-2306.

Shamrock Apartments, Perth, 2 bedroom, $850/month includes heat and hydro. No smoking, no pets. Available immediately. 613-264-8380.

Kemptville. Spacious, quiet, 2 bedroom apartment. Excellent for retired people. Stove and fridge. No smoking, no pets. 512 Clothier St. 613-258-3010.

Smiths Falls, 2 bedroom, adults only. Fridge, stove, parking. No pets. References. First and last. March 1. $600. 613-812-3403.

Large Furnished Suite with view, full private bathroom, no pets/smoking, $600/mth. 613-326-0366.

Smiths Falls. 2 bedroom apt. 2nd floor. Adults only. No smoking, no pets. Available immediately. Graham (613)283-0865.

Newly renovated 2 bedroom apt. Sunset Blvd. Perth. Fridge, stove, microwave, a/c. No smoking. $1,350/month inclusive. Cindy (613)267-6800 ext. 232.

Perth, 1 bedroom second floor apt. Fridge, stove, heat included. Hydro extra. First/last months rent required. $535. 613-264-0002.

Carleton Place, apartment downtown, stairs, first/last month rent, references, no smoking, no pets. 613-867-1905. Carleton Place, large, 3 bedroom lower duplex, 1,650 sq. ft., great location, available soon. $1025 plus utilities, 613-257-5711. Carleton Place, side split, 3 bedroom, wood stove, double garage, 2 acres. No smoking, good references required. February 1, $1500 plus utilities. 613-284-2772.

Smiths Falls. 1 bedroom apartment, ground floor, centrally located, available immediately. No pets. No smoking. Call Graham 613-283-0865,

Lanark. Ground floor 2 bedroom apartment. Fridge and stove included. References. $500/mth plus utilities. 613-259-3201 leave message.

Aberdeen Apartments, Smiths Falls, 1 bedroom, $915, available Feb 1st. 2 bedroom $1075, available immediately. Heat, hydro and cable included. Quiet security building with elevator, balcony, and laundry. First and last required. (613)283-9650.

Carleton Place 2 bedroom upstairs apartment. Private entrance in quite building, good references required, $750 plus heat and hydro. No pets. 613-257-4627.

Perth/Carleton Place. Newer 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on Tennyson Rd., border of Carleton Place and Perth. $1,500/month plus utilities. 613-267-5746.

Gorgeous 1 bedroom with den, adult building in Lanark. Utilities, appliances, garage incl. No smoking or pets. $950.00, 613-278-2878.

Perth, 1 bedroom apartment, $575/month; 2 bedroom, $675/month. Fridge and stove included, hydro extra. Call 613-267-4831 after 5.

Bright 2 bedroom apt., Perth. Clean, secure, building. Parking, laundry on site. Close to pool and all amenities. $825. Available immediately. 613-267-6940.

Perth- brand new senior luxury rental apt. unit “55 years and over”. Available immediately. Unit is 800 sq. ft. 1 bedroom, 1 media room. Brick building. Central air. Propane heat. In floor heating in bathroom. Front and back porches. Emergency backup power. Crown moulding. Porcelain floors, modern kitchen. $1,100/mth. plus utilities includes new dishwasher and washer and dryer. One 8x10 exterior shed included for each rental unit. References required. Rentals for 1 year lease preferred. No pets. No smoking. Inquiries: Lyne 613-267-5790 or fisher@ripnet.com

Colonel By Luxury adult apartments. Close to County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls. Air conditioning, exercise room, party room, library and elevator. 613-283-9650.

56 Victoria Ave., Smiths Falls, 1 bedroom $625/month, includes utilities and parking, ground floor. (613)283-2266.

Almonte- 3 bedroom apartment, $875/month plus utilities. Fridge, stove, washer and dryer included. Available immediately. Call 613-256-3202

Perth, 2 bedroom plus den. 5 appliances. Large eat-in kitchen. Parking. No pets. References. $975 plus utilities. Available Feb. 1st. 613-267-1392.

Perth- 2 bedroom 2nd and 3rd floor apartments, $755/mth. Available immediately. First/last required. 613-283-9650.

Perth, 2 bedroom apartment in quiet security building. Well looked after. Fridge, stove, parking, balcony. Laundry in building. $775/month plus hydro. No dogs. (613)349-9377. Perth- 2 bedroom apt. $700/month plus hydro; 1 bedroom $540/mth. Clean, quiet secure building. Seniors welcome. Parking, laundry facilities available. 613-925-3046. You’ll be

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Smiths Falls, 2 bedroom apt. Second floor. Heat and water included. $700/mth. Available February 1st. 613-913-8185 Smiths Falls 2 bedroom house. Bright and clean. Fridge/stove included. $760 plus utilities. 613-284-2578. You’ll be

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Spacious totally renovated country units ranging from 2-3 bedroom. Minutes from Perth. New flooring, kitchens. Starting at $700 monthly. Available immediately. Bob 613-888-2142.

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Perth, 3 bedroom house for sale on Cockburn St., beautifully renovated, 1-1/2 storey home on large private lot. Asking $234,900. 613-267-9890. Rob Glen Estates, 40x24, 2 bedroom mobile home (could be made back into 3) New shingles, new hot water tank, a/c. Selling for $78,000. Call 613-283-5381.

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CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let your past limit your holiday plans! Since 1989 Confidential, fast affordable A+ BBB rating, employment & travel freedom, Call for a free booklet. 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) www.removeyourrecord.com NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of ALAN WINSTON WHITE, late of the Town of Perth, Province of Ontario, who died on or about October 31, 2012, must be filed with the undersigned on or before February 7, 2013; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed. DATED at Ottawa, January 11, 2013. Marjorie Drew, Executrix, by LOW MURCHISON RADNOFF LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, 400- 1565 Carling Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Z 8R1. Norman Bowley (613) 236-9442

Lost- Set of keys on Drummond Street or Garden Avenue, Perth. If found call Tamara 613-267-4467.

Busy Handyman Service looking for full and part time help with snow removal. Call 613-267-5460.

Established in 1991and located in Drummond/North Elmsley Township, Lanark County, Costello & Company operates a retail monument office and is Eastern Ontario’s leading supplier of Burial Vaults and Cemetery Services. As we continue to grow and seek new opportunities, we are looking for assistance in the following areas:

OPERATIONS MANAGER • In this position, the successful applicant will plan, coordinate, direct and be actively involved in the day to day operation of our production facility and retail sales office. • The ideal candidate will be able to establish themselves very quickly as a competent and able leader with the ability to foster organizational change and contribute to business growth while creating a fun, positive work environment. • An individual with a strong entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to recognize and pursue new business opportunities would be a welcome addition. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE • College/University degree in business administration or equivalent • Minimum 3 years management experience in production and service operations • Knowledge of business, management, financial, accounting, human resources, sales and project management principles and practices • Excellent interpersonal/communication skills to work with diverse groups • Ability to motivate, manage and develop performance of staff • Solid command of safety and regulatory compliance requirements • Strong computer software skills (MS Office Suite, CAD, Simply Accounting and other operational software applications) • Valid Ontario Drivers Licence

CUSTOMER SERVICE/DELIVERY DRIVER We have an immediate requirement for a skilled individual to round out our Customer Service/Delivery Team. This person will be responsible for delivering, setting and installing burial vaults at cemeteries throughout Eastern Ontario. The successful applicant will possess the needed communication and personal skills necessary to work and grow in a team environment. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self starter with strong mechanical aptitude; clean, neat appearance; solid work ethic; punctual; reliable and trustworthy nature with excellent personal habits. This individual will demonstrate the ability to work in both supervised and unsupervised capacties. This full time position requires some weekend, holiday and after hours coverage. Forklift operators certificate, D/Z endorsement and experience operating a backhoe and concrete equipment a definite asset.

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Smiths Falls, nice one bedroom apt., quiet building w/laundry. $725/mo. incl. heat & hydro. Available immediately. 613-258-9894, 613-222-0816.

Beautiful new energy efficient house, 2020 sq. ft. plus walkout basement, 2.35 acres, across Bennett Lake, 15 minutes north Perth, $339,000. 613-264-9016.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR/MEMORIAL CONSULTANT We require a self motivated, out going individual to fill our full-time office adminstrator memorial consultant position. This individual will be responsible for book keeping, data entry, customer contacts; general office procedures and will regularly meet with clients to discuss memorial options and assist with the design of a family monument. The successful applicant will possess the needed personal skills, kindness and sensitivity required when working alongside a family who have experienced a loss, combined with practical skills, professionalism and attention to detail needed for an office environment. Office administration experience is an asset as well as knowledge of Simply Accounting Software. Training is provided for job specific areas. Flexibility with hours and a class G drivers licence required.

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Smiths Falls- central location. Kitchen and laundry, common room with TV, phone. TV in room. Internet access. Long term preferred. $500 monthly. 613-283-7278.

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2005 Pontiac Sunfire, $5,500 certified and E-tested. Call 613-812-1835.

1 Bedroom - Well maintained, clean, quiet apartment building across from Almonte hospital Utilities included Laundry in building $690. Call 613-913-3095

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2004 Ford Free Star V6 auto. Only 168,000 kms. 5 door, 7 pass. van with rear collapse bench for extra cargo space. Excellent condition for transport or travel. Only $3,495. Etested and certified. 613-284-9886 GMD Auto.

CKC Registered German Shepherd puppies. Vet checked, vaccinated, micro chipped, ready to go. Call Breakaway German Shepherds 613-652-4185.

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2003 Kia Rio 4 door. 4 cyl. automatic 1.6L. Only 136074 kms. Gas economy for travel. Excellent small car 4 door. No rust. Excellent condition. $2795 certified, e-tested. 613-284-9886 GMD Auto.

Wage to be determined by skills and experience. Company benefit package offering. All inquiries will be held in the strictest confidence. Resumes will be accepted by e-mail. Costello & Company 4323 County Road 43 W. RR#3 Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 4S4 kjc@ripnet.com We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Full/Part Time Cleaners/Team Leaders for growing residential cleaning company based in North Gower. Mon-Fri. No evenings. No weekends. All travel paid. $11.00-$14.00/hr. (613)489-3993 or elitecleaning@storm.ca

STUDENT SUMMER JOBS Do you thrive on variety? Are you looking for interesting work? Do you want to learn new skills? A summer job at the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority may be the ideal opportunity for you! Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for keen students to ďŹ ll summer jobs in the Manotick area, at our Foley Mountain Conservation Area in Westport and at our satellite ofďŹ ce in Lanark. Visit www.rvca.ca and click on Summer Student Opportunities for more information. Send your resume to studentjobs@rvca.ca before February 6.

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Kemptville - P/T Domestic Assistant. 2-3 hours a week, twice a week. General Duties include cleaning, maintaining home and property, preparation of healthy meals, errands. 613-978-4636.

Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario Box 2222, 2755 Highway 43 Kemptville, Ontario K0G 1J0 REQUIRES

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Almonte, Perth, Smiths Falls, Carleton Place, Westport, Gananoque & Brockville (and surrounding areas) $19.81/hour The Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario is seeking Custodians to work on a casual and as needed basis, to cover for vacancies in schools in the above-noted areas. QualiďŹ ed applicants should have experience in industrial cleaning and/ or maintenance and be able to meet the physical requirements for material and furniture handling.

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Full-time auto dismantler required. Knowledge of automobile parts preferred. Pay range $14-$16/hr. Apply: Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Auto Parts, Carp. Fax 613-839-5590. Email: dean@davesautoparts.on.ca

Guaranteed Paid Job teaching English Overseas. Great pay. No degree required -be certified in 5 days in Perth. 613-200-1524.

Barb Renaud Coordinator of Employee Services Fax: (613) 258-3610 E-mail: hr@cdsbeo.on.ca

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Interested applicants are requested to forward a cover letter and resume in conďŹ dence by January 28, 2013 to the attention of:

Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.

Dragonfly Golf Links, Renfrew, Ontario

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The General Manager will be responsible for overseeing all operations of the Club. Specific areas of responsibility include: â&#x20AC;˘ Co-ordinates development of operating and capital budgets; â&#x20AC;˘ Co-ordinates the development of the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long-range and annual (business) plans; â&#x20AC;˘ Plans, develops and approves specific operation policies, programs, procedures; â&#x20AC;˘ Coordinates the marketing programs to promote the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s services and facilities.

Brent Laton Chair of the Board

Wm. J. Gartland Director of Education

Lanark County Support Services (Smiths Falls) requires an Instructor (30 hrs./wk- 1 yr. contract). Hourly rate $19.99-$22.55. Requirements: Developmental Service Worker Diploma or Behavioural Science Technician Diploma and a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, insurance, vehicle and ability to work anywhere in Lanark County. Please submit resume to Brenda Smith at 55 George St. N., Smiths Falls, ON K7A 1Z1 by February 4/13. We wish to thank all applicants; however, only those scheduled for interviews will be contacted. Lanark County Support Services (Smiths Falls) requires a part-time bus driver. A valid â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fâ&#x20AC;? license is required and experience with wheelchair tiedowns and q-straints an asset. The hourly wage will be between $16.31-$17.67 based on experience at 10 hours per week. Please submit resume by January 25/13 to Brenda Smith at 55 George St. N, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 1Z1.

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To Be Considered: If you want to help shape the future of clinical services and community health and wellness with KDH and our network partners, please send your resume and cover letter by January 31, 2013 to: Human Resources Kemptville District Hospital PO Box 2007, 2675 Concession Rd., Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0 Fax: (613)258-7853 E-mail: hr@kdh.on.ca or apply on line at: www.kdh.on.ca We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Cabinet Installer -Installer of cabinets and interior trim. Company in business twentyseven years in Perth, Ontario. Fax resume to 613-264-1135.

Now Hiring: Chefs -This position offers regular shifts with our Culinary Team. Your strong work ethic and skilled line cook experience will help you in preparing outstanding cuisine in line with our V!VAlicious menus and recipes that will offer a great dining experience in our Shores Restaurant serving very active senior Community Members. Join our great Team and help us in Making Today Great at the Waterside Retirement Community! Please provide resume to Anne Forsythe -Executive Chef via email at annef@thewaterside.ca or drop off at 105 McNeely Avenue, Carleton Place.

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PAID IN ADVANCE! Make up to $1000 a WEEK mailing brochures from home! Helping home workers since 2001! Genuine Opportunity! No experience required. Start i m m e d i a t e l y ! www.mailing-cash.com Part-time mature activities coordinator for retirement centre. Apply 1333 Rideau Ferry Rd., Perth, or fax 613-267-6261. Residential Foundation Company looking for form setters, labourers as well as experienced boom truck, concrete pump, and stone slinger operators. Valid DZ and clean drivers abstract a must. Competitive wage based on experience with benefits. Please fax resume to 613-256-3008 or email to laura@westendforming.ca CL339577_1227

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CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR The successful applicant will have signiďŹ cant construction industry estimating experience OR will be a graduate that possesses excellent numeracy and MS Excel skills that can be trained as a construction industry estimator. Permanent position at Perth location. Apply via email to Peter Ghinn peter@awdcontractors.ca

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As a leading manufacturer of advanced textiles and materials, we are excited about our future and the role talented individuals play in our company. We are looking to ďŹ ll the following positions at our manufacturing plant in Perth.

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The Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital has the following opening:

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INTERIOR PAINTING Professional Work. Reasonable Rates. Honest . Clean. Free Estimates. R e f e r e n c e s . 613-831-2569 Home 613-355-7938 Cell. NO JOB TO SMALL!

YARD SALES/ FLEA MARKETS Almonte Antique Market, 26 Mill St. in historic downtown Almonte. 613-256-1511. 36 vendors. Open daily 10-5.

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Metroland East Distribution Centre is seeking an experienced shipping receiving supervisor to join our team.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;A1â&#x20AC;? Handyman with half-ton truck. Dump hauling, wood splitting, driveway sealing, moving, tree removal, eaves trough cleaning, carpentry, siding, painting, roofing, general maintenance. Call Kevin 613-253-4764.

Moving Service Available $95/hour cube van & 2 men. Dan Peters Auction Home Office (613)284-8281. Fast Service. Experienced Movers.

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MacEwen Petroleum in Kemptville is looking for an experienced

Send A Load to the dump, cheap. Clean up clutter, garage sale leftovers or leaf and yard waste. 613-256-4613.

Home daycare in Perth. Healthy meals, crafts and outdoor play. References available. 613-264-5507.

Interior/exterior renovations, carpentry, drywall, painting, repairs. Call Dan 613-285-4613.

Please email resume to: jsimpson@rallyhonda.com or jsimpson@ rivingtonmitsubishi.ca

Rogerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Affordable Handyman Service. Reasonable rates. Indoor/outdoor jobs, painting included. Call (613)267-1183.

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Certified Mason. 12 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates. 613-250-0290.

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(shiftwork position) Electro-Mechancial certiďŹ cate required Please forward your resume with a list of references to: careers@albint.com Thank you for your interest.

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TRAVEL WORK OPPORTUNITIES Plus travel, hotel jobs in England. Childcare positions in United States, China, New Zealand, Australia, Spain, and Holland plus more. Teach in South Korea. Accommodations and Salary provide. Various benefits. Apply 902-422-1455 email scotiap@ns.sympatico.ca

Affordable Handyman- Household repairs and maintenance. Interior/exterior painting/staining, carpentry, minor plumbing. Call and book now for winter specials. No job too small. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll do them all. (613)283-2070.

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Ontario Aboriginal Housing services wishes to dispose of two single room garden suites located at Jamesview Builders and Electrical, 2816 Hwy. 15, Portland Ontario. The units can be sold as a single lot or as individual units. Please indicate Wood, Vinyl or both on your bid submission envelope. The units are as is, where is. All interested Proponents shall submit a bid in a sealed envelope by 2 p.m. January 31, 2013. Bids will be opened on Tuesday, February 5, 2012. Winning bid will be notified by phone and in writing. All Bids will be submitted to: Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services 500 Bay St. E., Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario P6A 1X5 Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services reserves the right to decline any or all bids. The winning proponent must remove the Garden suites by March 1, 2013. Viewings can be arranged by calling the oďŹ&#x192;ce at Jamesview 613-272-2886 or 613-283-2525. Successful proponents shall provide certified funds payable to Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services upon successful acceptance of their bid. CL339807_0117

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Saturday January 19, 2013 - Restaurant Liquidation Auction For â&#x20AC;&#x153;Freddies Restaurantâ&#x20AC;? 5 Main Street East, Smiths Falls. Auction Starts at 10 AM SHARP (Preview from 9 am). Commercial Equipment: Natural gas Radiant Star Max charbroiler, Star Max Natural gas 48â&#x20AC;? griddle, HABCO 2 48â&#x20AC;? sliding door commercial cooler, Imperial Natural gas 6 burner range, 72â&#x20AC;? SS equipment stand, SS stand/table, Warming lights, BUNN double burner, cash register, glass front & top display case, selection of commercial dishes & effects, 7 sets of wooden dining table sets with 4 chairs, Occasional pedestal tables, 2 door ice cream freezer, chest freezers, Pepsi single door commercial cooler, sandwich board, crafts, decoration & effects. This restaurant is closed as of Sunday January 13th. All items will be sold by Public Auction. NO RESERVES! NO BUYERS PREMIUM. Delivery of larger items available through Auctioneer. Washrooms, Catering. Sunday January 20, 2013 - Estate & Consignment Auction Auction Starts at NOON (Preview Starts at 11 am). 182 Glenview Rd. Smiths Falls (Drummond North Elmsley Twp.). Collectibles, household, furniture, tools & more! SPACE AVAILABLE FOR CLEAN CONSIGNMENTS. Sunday January 27, 2013 - Estate & Consignment Auction. Auction Starts at NOON (Preview Starts at 11 am). 182 Glenview Rd. Smiths Falls (Drummond North Elmsley Twp.). Collectibles, household, furniture, tools & more! LOOKING FOR QUALITY ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES FOR SPECIAL FEB. 23 ANTIQUE ONLY AUCTION! BOOK YOUR AUCTION WITH US! We conduct Indoor Consignment Auctions Year round at our Indoor Heated Auction Hall & 6 Acre Facility. Shop Local - Pop into our Sales Building to Buy your next Brand New Mattress Set today - We have 250 New Beds in Stock - Lowest Prices Around. 3768 Hwy 43 West, Smiths Falls. Open Tuesday-Sunday 10 AM-5 PM & Fridays Open Till 8 PM! - Shop Local! We also sell Used Furniture & Appliances!

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Almonte’s Alex Szabo is pictured here during second period action in Perth on Sunday. Photos by DESMOND DEVOY

The Perth Blue Wings earned a 5-3 EOJHL win on Sunday in Perth against the Almonte Thunder. The Blue Wings are sitting on top of the Valley League division crusing to a number one finish thanks in part to the scoring prowess of Perth’s top shooter, Brett Madigan - seen here (24) getting by Almonte’s Dominic Plaschey.

Almonte’s Brandon Mendham (right) tries to grab the puck from Perth’s Gordon Sinclair in second-period action Sunday afternoon in Perth.

The Perth Blue Wings celerate after a goal in the second period Sunday against the Almonte Thunder. The next game in the EOJHL schedule Saturday, Jan. 19 when these two teams tangle again, this time in Almonte at 7:30 p.m. THE EMC - 53 - Thursday, January 17, 2013

Ontario AMBER Alert program enters new partnership with LCBO EMC News â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thanks to a new AMBER Alert program partnership with Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO), more people than ever will be able to assist the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and their policing partners with their recovery efforts when a child is abducted. As a result of the partner-

ship, LCBO terminals will now have the capability of alerting customers that an AMBER Alert is in progress and with more than 600 LCBO retail stores in Ontario, AMBER Alert notifications will reach significantly more people right across the province, according to the OPP. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The more we broaden our

audience for AMBER Alert notifications, the greater our chances of locating abducted children. We thank Liquor Control Board of Ontario for helping us enhance distribution of our Amber Alert notifications during those first crucial hours of a child abduction,â&#x20AC;? said OPP Deputy Commissioner Larry Beechey.

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tion by notifying the public in the event of an AMBER Alert to help find abducted children and make our communities safer.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;While we hope for a day when we never again need an AMBER Alert, we continue to look forward and expand on our Ontario partnerships,â&#x20AC;? added Doug Kirk, Ontario

AMBER Alert steering committee member and OAB president. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thanks to our new partnership with Liquor Control Board of Ontario, the AMBER Alert program has just one more highly effective method to communicate information to the public in instances where a child has been abducted.â&#x20AC;?

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tribute to Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long-term growth, competitiveness and overall prosperity. Canada Summer Jobs provides funding to not-for-profit organizations, public-sector employers and small businesses with 50 or fewer employees to help create summer job opportunities for students. Not-for-profit employers are

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EMC Lifestyle - The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is being celebrated throughout the world from Jan. 18 to 25. Christians are encouraged to meet, to participate in common prayer and other community activities, and especially to pray â&#x20AC;&#x153;that all be oneâ&#x20AC;? as Christ desires. Perthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ecumenical service to mark this Week of Prayer is being organized by the Perth Ministerial Association. Clergy and parishioners of local congregations will come together at St. James Anglican Church, Drummond and Gore streets, for the service this Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 7p.m. Readers of this article are also invited to come to St. James for prayer, song, reflection and fellowship. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s service has been prepared by Christians in India and focuses specifically on the Dalits, the communities considered as â&#x20AC;&#x153;outcastes,â&#x20AC;? the â&#x20AC;&#x153;untouchables.â&#x20AC;? Because of casteism the Dalits are socially marginalized, politically under-represented, economically exploited and culturally subjugated. You may be surprised to learn that almost 80 per cent of Indian Christians have a Dalit back-

ground. The introductory text for the Week of Prayer points out that â&#x20AC;&#x153;the search for visible unity cannot be disassociated from the dismantling of casteism and the lifting up of contributions to unity by the poorest of the poor.â&#x20AC;? The theme highlights the reality that the search for visible Christian unity in every country and culture is very much dependent on our shared response to the Lordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s call to justice and peace. Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s service will focus on the words of the prophet Micah, â&#x20AC;&#x153;What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God?â&#x20AC;? (Micah 6:6-8) Not easily achieved, this call to do justice, to love kindness and to walk humbly with our God. The life of humanity past and present readily attests to the difficulties encountered in responding well to this God-given call. Any success for which we can hope, and pray, is very much dependent upon Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grace, and our cooperation with grace to bring about the furthering of Jesusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; saving mission in the world.

Father Brian McNALLY St. John Catholic Church Religion Today At the heart of this mission - Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan - is that Jesusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; disciples, those who follow him with a lively, fervent and loving faith, are to form a visible unity as the Body of Christ, the Family of God, the Church. We hear Jesusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; heartfelt prayer to the Father during the Last Supper, â&#x20AC;&#x153;that they may be one, as we are one, I in them and you in me, that they may become completely one, so that the world may know that you have sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.â&#x20AC;? (John

17:22-23). What does God require of us? Pope Benedict XVI seeks to shed light on the path toward this elusive goal for both individuals and groups: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The full and visible Christian unity that we long for demands that we let ourselves be transformed and that we conform ever more perfectly to the image of Christ. The unity we pray for requires an inner conversion that is both common and personal. It is not merely a matter of cordiality or cooperation, it is necessary above all to strengthen our faith in God, in the God of Jesus Christ, who spoke to us and made himself one of us. It is necessary to enter into new life in Christ, who is our true and definitive victory; it is necessary to open ourselves to one another, understanding all the elements of unity that God keeps for us and gives us ever anew; it is necessary to be aware of the urgent need to bear witness among the people of our time to the living God, who made himself known in Christ.â&#x20AC;?

By Rev Bob Parker Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church

EMC Lifestyle - After weeks of preparing for the Big Day you suddenly realize Christmas has passed. Through the busyness of the season has anything sparked our Christmas spirit? We all have traditions and activities that make Christmas complete; things that get us into the â&#x20AC;&#x153;holidayâ&#x20AC;? frame of mind each year. For me it is watching â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Christmas Carolâ&#x20AC;? starring Alistair Sims. The ghost of Christmas â&#x20AC;&#x153;presentâ&#x20AC;? seems to be the apparition of choice in the hearts and minds of many, to the exclusion of the real Reason for our celebration. In the end, Scrooge is so gripped by the true meaning of Christmas that he cannot subdue the joy bubbling up from his heart. His newfound joy is only tempered by his sincere regret for past wrongs. For Scrooge, the meaning of Christmas had changed from being an unnecessary day off when charities want to â&#x20AC;&#x153;pick your pocketsâ&#x20AC;? to a celebration

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of love demonstrated by Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gift to mankind of a Saviour, Jesus Christ. As a result, he realized that life couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go back to â&#x20AC;&#x153;normalâ&#x20AC;? after Christmas. Life would not be the same. Work would not be the same. Nothing would be the same because Scrooge was not the same. The spirits had shown Scrooge the error of his ways and that the only hope for the future was a change of heart. He embraced the differences in mindset, attitude and lifestyle offered to him that night. The new â&#x20AC;&#x153;normalâ&#x20AC;? we can experience offers a life of joy in the midst of struggles, blessings as we bless others, relationships based on Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love, and personal fulfillment as we help those in need. But most importantly, the freedom to choose to be the person God has designed us to be, for Him. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not be satisfied with the way things were, but be open to what God has to offer those who celebrate the real reason for the season: Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gift - Jesus.

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EMC Sports – Some big results were set the first weekend in January during the annual Mike Brown swim meet hosted by the Perth Stingrays swim club. Coach Rod Ager said they had 273 participants from nine clubs across eastern Ontario, including almost all of their youngest competitors. Brandi Machan, club president, said that of the 145 masters and competitive swimmers at the Perth pool, 60 are younger swimmers. “We had about 90 per cent participation from the competitive swimmers,” she said. “This is a big meet for them; they love walking away with something around their necks, and this is one of the only meets in the area where top finishers received medals… most of the time they get ribbons.” Her youngest son Andrew had full bragging rights after the Jan. 4 to 6 weekend, where he earned seven gold medals: one from each race in which he competed. He also shaved 87 seconds off his total swim time. “Andrew prefers to run, but he likes the camaraderie of swimming,” said Machan. Andrew is 10 years old, attends The Stewart School in town where he is in Grade 5. He earned gold medals in the100 and 200 m freestyle; 50 and 100 and 200 m butterfly; 100 and 200 m backstroke and the 200 individual medley.

Ager says there are 17 swimmers who have qualified for the regionals which will be held Feb. 1 to 3 in Nepean. In a couple weeks though, Bailey Andison and Olivia Ellard will be heading to the University of Toronto to take part in the senior provincial championships. Andison, 15 from Smith Falls, will try to better her 1.12:12 time in the 100 m breaststroke event while Ellard, 14 of Perth, shoots for the stars in the 100 m breaststroke, and the 200 and 400 m IM. Agar says Ellard recently busted the one-minute mark in the 100 m backstroke. “She’s a backstroke extraordinaire,” he said. “That’s really her strongest race and she had a PB at the invitational de Noel in Gatineau before Christmas with a time of 59.73. She’s under a minute on that one… it’s a big thing for her.” This year’s nationals are in Victoria in April and this is what Andison and Ellard are shooting for – to qualify for the world championships which will be held this summer in Barcelona, Spain. On the men’s side, watch for Rory MacMillan, 15, who qualified as a junior last year. His specialty is the breaststroke – both 100 m and 200 m. In the 100 m, he has a time of 1:15.94 and needs 1:14.86 to qualify. “It’s doable for him,” said his coach. “He just needs to put his game face on.”

RESULTS The top swimmers included: Bailey Andison, 15, Smiths Falls, with five gold in 50, 100 and 800 free, 100 butterfly and 200 back, and two silver in 100 back and 400 free; Olivia Ellard, 14, Perth, with four gold in 50 and 100 free, 100 butterfly and 200 backstroke, three silver in 100 and 200 breaststroke and 800 free; Gareth Martin, 12, Port Elmsley, four gold in 100 free, 100 breaststroke and 100 and 200 butterfly; Matthew McNames, 11, Perth, two gold in 200 free and 200 IM, one silver in 400 free and two bronze in 50 and 100 free; Jonathan Miller, 10, Perth, two gold in 100 and 200 breaststroke and two bronze in 50 back and 400 free Thomas MacMillan, 10, Perth had one gold in 400 free, three silver in 50 and 200 butterfly and 100 breaststroke and two bronze in 100 free and 200 IM; Caleigh Fisher, 15, McDonalds Corners, one gold in 200 breaststroke, three silver in 100 free and 100 and 200 butterfly and one bronze in 100 breast; Hilary Legault, 18, Perth, one gold in 200 free, one silver in 200 back and three bronze in 100 and 400 free and 100 back; Courtney Wren, 12, Perth, one gold in 200 butterfly and two bronze in 100 breaststroke and 100 butterfly; Owen Baillon, 10, Perth, one gold in 50 breaststroke and one silver in 400 free.

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To the left Noah Sullivan, a Perth triathlete, wanted to better his swimming times, so he joined the Perth Stingrays and for the first time competed in the Mike Brown event. Right, Andrew Machan shows the gold medals he earned in each of his races.

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Perth Stingrays host successful Mike Brown swim meet From page P11

Rory MacMillan, 15, Perth, won three silver in 100 and 200 breaststroke and 200 butterfly and one bronze in 400 free; Lauren Miller, 11, Perth, three silver in 100 and 200 free and 200 butterfly; Megan Wheeler, 9, Perth, two silver in 50 and 200 breaststroke and one bronze in 400 free; Nikol Pavlova, 13, Perth one silver in 400 free; David Machan, 11, Perth, one silver in 100 back; Chloe Fisher, 9, McDonalds Corners, one bronze in 200 butterfly; and

Allina Warwick, 10, Perth one bronze in 100 butterfly. STINGRAY MEETS Ontario Senior Provincial Championships/Ontario Cup Jan. 18 to 20 at University of Toronto. You can follow Andison and Ellard at this Senior Level provincial competition at www.swimontario. com or http://www.torontoswimclub.com Eastern Ontario Regional Short Course Championships Feb. 1 to 3, 2013 at Nepean Sportsplex where 17 Stingrays have qualified including Andison, Dana Bell, 17,

Perth, Sarah Bell, 11. Perth, Ellard, Caleigh Fisher, 15, McDonalds Corners, Hilary Legault, 18, Perth, Lauren Miller, 11, Perth, Pavlova, Megan Wheeler, 9, Perth and Courtney Wren, 12, Perth; Boys, Owen Baillon, 10, Perth, Andrew Machan, David Machan, 11, Perth, Rory MacMillan, Thomas MacMillan, 10, Perth, Martin, McNames. Results can be viewed at www.teamunify.com/Home. jsp?_tabid_=0&team=cannkb Eastern Canadian Short Course Championships, Feb. 14 to 17 at the Claude-Robil-

lard Sport Centre, MontrĂŠal. Andison and Ellard will be representing the Stingrays at this national level competition that is divided into 15 and under girls/16 and under boys and Open women and Open men categories. There is a Western Canadian Short Course Championships being held at the same time in Saskatoon. Results can be viewed at www.swimming.ca Ontario Junior Provincial Short Course Championships, Feb. 28 to March 3 at Nepean Sportsplex. Andison and Ellard will be represent-

ing the Stingrays at this age group level provincial competition. Swimmers compete in the following age groups: 13 and under, 14 years old, 15 years old and 16 and 17 years old. Rory MacMillan qualified last year as a 14-year-old and will be trying to return as a 15-year-old by qualifying at the Eastern Ontario Regional Short Course Championships. His personal best time of 1:15.94 is close to the qualifying standard of 1:14.86. Results can be viewed at www.teamunify.com/Home. jsp?_tabid_=0&team=cannkb

Canadian World Championships Trials, April 3 to 6, 2013, Saanich, British Columbia. Hopefully, Perthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two top swimmers, Andison and Ellard will qualify for the Trials to select Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team to compete at the 2013 World Championships to be held in Barcelona, Spain July 28 to Aug. 4, 2013. Both swimmers achieved the senior national qualifying standards last season and will need to improve their personal bests to re- qualify for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s senior national competitions.

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NEWS

Perth Courier - Your Community Newspaper

Blue Wings earn two big weekend wins EMC News – Three unanswered goals in the third period lifted the Perth Jr. B Blue Wings to a 5-3 win over the Almonte Thunder in a Sunday afternoon Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League tilt. Friday night in Arnprior, the Blue Wings earned a 6-3 win to solidify their position at the top of the Valley League division with a 12-point lead over Arnprior. Sunday, Perth scored early in the first period when Tanner Knight scored at 14:49, assisted by Blair Barr and Andrew Davis, and that marker held up throughout the period. Going into the second, Almonte tied the score with Eric Langford’s market just 5:24 into the frame. He was assisted by Alex Szabo. Geordie Moss gave the Thunder their only lead in the game which came at 13:22, unassisted, to end the second with a 2-1 advantage for the visitors. It was all Perth in the third with three bullets – two on the power play by Barr and Matt DiMillo at 4:08 and 10:38 respectively. Matt Shackell and DiMillo assisted on the first, with Gordon Sinclair and Ben Wade helping out on the second. Riley Kane finished the scoring with about five minutes left in the game, with

help from Austin Lamonte and Madigan. Jeremy Wright earned the win in the crease, turning away 37 of 39 shots on net. Dominic Plaschy was hit with the loss with 37 saves on 42 shots. Friday night, Perth had four goals before Arnprior could get past Jason Shaw, who recorded the win for the Blue Wings with 37 saves. Brayden Clancy led the scoring with two goals; Wade was the leading assist man with a hat trick of helpers. Perth held 3-0 and 4-2 period leads with first period markers from DiMillo, Clancy and Jacob Lyon; and Clancy in the second. Assists came from Chris Rutley and Wade with two each and singles from Christian Beuti and Madigan. Arnprior’s goals were scored by Mark Shanks and Corey Chaplin. In the third, Madigan, assisted by Kane and Wade and Barr, unassisted, had the final two markers. Friday night, the boys are in Shawville to take on the Pontiacs at 8 p.m. Sunday, they’re in Almonte for a 7:30 p.m. start. On Friday, Jan. 25, the Blue Wings are on the road again to Renfrew for an 8 p.m. game. The Blue Wings aren’t at home again until Feb. 1 at 7:45 p.m. when they host Stittsville.

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The team of Al Chaplin, Merv Roberts, Bud Ennis and Lorne Gardiner won the Manse Robinson Senior Men’s Memorial Bonspiel on Jan. 5. Teams from eastern Ontario and Quebec participated in the event. Dave Robinson presented the trophy to the winning team.

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The Perth Blue Wings entertained the Almonte Thunder in Eastern Ontario Jr. Hockey League action Sunday afternoon. The Blue Wings posted a 5-3 win but not before having to struggle back from a bit of a deficit early in the game. Turn the page for more photos.

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Perth Courier - Your Community Newspaper

Perth’s top gun Brett Madigan (left) breaks away from Almonte’s Nick Villeneuve.

Perth Blue Wings Austin Lamonte (22) fights for the puck with Almonte’s Riley Shore in Sunday afternoon’s contest.

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Perth Blue Wings scoring punch was too much for Almonte on Sunday as the home team earned the 5-3 win to solidify a 12-point lead at the top of the Valley Division standings.

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