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Bonnie Fortin, from Upper Ottawa Valley Ringette and Central Public School student Lia Osborne, show their best game faces during a break in the action of the giant street hockey tournament on June 29 on Raglan Street. For more photos see page 17.

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Renfrew student proves she’s a super speaker Rajyeshwari Bhattacharya tackles topic of racial diversity SHERRY HAAIMA Sherry.haaima@metroland.com

A local student’s public speaking efforts this school year brought her to the top of local contests and beyond.

Rajyeshwari Bhattacharya, a 13-year-old Grade 8 student from Renfrew Collegiate Intermediate School (RCIS), competed in the area public speaking contest, finishing a runner-up.

Raj’s speech ‘Advantages of Racial Diversity in Society’ scored her first place in her school’s competition and then top spot at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 148 contest in Renfrew.

From there she moved on competed at the zone competition, where she placed first and this allowed her to proceed to the District G Public Speaking Competition in Stittsville at the end of March.

“Again, she won and proceeded to the area contest where she once again did a fantastic job and walked away as

runner up in the competition,” said a press release on her accomplishments.

Her teachers challenged her to tackle the topic of racial diversity and she rose to the challenge. Encouragement came from her friends and family, as well.

“We live in a time and an age where there are a lot of issues in the world,” she said. “The main lesson of my speech was that if you all come together in unity you can change a lot of things and become a better society and be better overall people.

It’s something we all need to pay attention to.”

Along with her public speaking efforts, Raj loves sports, enjoys debating, math club, likes science, martial arts and is in the school band.

Public speaking has helped improve her confidence and broadened her view, said Raj. The topic is a hot topic across the globe, said Raj in her speech. “With the election of Mr. Donald Trump, as the 45th U.S. president, this has become

a burning issue, as it seems Mr. Trump would have us believe that the Untied States would be a great place if limited to a handful of races and cultures,” she said in her speech. “The interpretation of racial diversity is often confined to food, clothing, arts and culture. However, it becomes a touchy subject when we think about social standings, workplace and sadly, even education.”

Instead of focusing on the contradictions, Raj outlined the effects of seamless integration.

“Imagine a white Lexus, zooming through the streets of a big city…or a famous pianist, delivering timeless compositions sitting in front of a grand piano,” she said in her speech.

“You will see the Lexus has jet black tires, a brown leather seat and a set of powerful yellow headlamps. Similarly, the grand piano has a brown walnut finish and black and white keys. All these elements, while wonderful individually, comes together to symbolize, well – perfection!”

GRAND ROUNDS Masters prize package tees off RVHF 20th anniversary Golf Classic To celebrate a milestone of 20 years, the organizing committee of the annual RVHF golf tournament brainstormed ideas to make it spectacular, searching for something as unique as the event itself.

“When the RVHF golf classic started 19 years ago, it was one of the first charitable golf events of its kind in the area,” notes Patrick Cayen, committee Chair.

From its humble beginning, raising $20,000 to help with the purchase of a hospital bed, the tournament has continued to grow, reaching a tally of more than $60,000 this June, and a grand total of close to $1 million over the years. The funds have supported the purchase of equipment—such as digital mammography, emergency

department and cardiac care— that truly makes a difference in the provision of quality care.

The committee came up with the idea of a raffle. What better way to celebrate the occasion than by sending the winner to the Masters tournament in Augusta, Georgia, in April 2018? Tickets for this prestigious event can’t be purchased.

“We hope this incredible raffle will sell out. You can’t just go online and order Masters’ tickets, so this truly is a unique opportunity. Accommodation

Rajyeshwari Bhattacharya, a 13-year-old Grade 8 student from Renfrew Collegiate Intermediate School (RCIS), competed in the area public speaking contest, finishing a runner-up.

Raj’s speech was entitled ‘Advantages of Racial Diversity in Society’ s Sherry Haaima/ Metroland

and transportation to and from the venue is taken care of. If you’re a non-golfer, the cash prizes of $2,500, $2,000 and $1,000 are well worth the investment of a ticket,” says Cayen.

Tickets are $50 each and only 2,000 will be sold. In addition to the grand prize, there are three cash prizes. The draw will take place in January 2018 and all

Barb Desilets, RVH Foundation Executive Director and Patrick Cayen, RVHF Golf Classic Chair, hold the special Masters golf package raffle tickets that went on sale on Monday, June 26.

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proceeds will go towards the RVHF Golf Classic in June 2018.

Tickets can be purchased by visiting the RVH Foundation office at 499 Raglan Street North, or online following the instructions on our webpage: www.rvhfoundation.com. For additional information, contact Hannah MacMillan at 613432-4851 ext. 312 or email macmillanh@renfrewhosp.com.

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Engineering services for the Highway 60-to-downtown project was awarded to Jp2g Consulting for $558,341. The design cost for the project was also included in this year’s budget and the construction cost will be in the 2018 budget including a $3 million grant from the Ministry of Transportation Connecting Links Program.

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The Town of Renfrew received a letter from the Renfrew Agricultural Society, which is in the process of applying for a temporary extension to the existing liquor licence for the purpose of operating an outdoor beer garden during the 163rd Renfrew Fair, Sept. 6 to 10.

The beer garden will be operated from a tent located beside the main stage surrounded by construction fencing.

fore the bylaw the Renfrew Fire Department relied on the Ontario Fire Code to regulate open-air burning and it was very difficult to get a conviction, as one needs to file an order first and then proceed through the court system to get a conviction.

Fire chief Guy Longtin explains the differences in what is allowed under the new bylaw.

“If you have a fire pit, you cannot burn wood, leaves, branches, or anything,” said Longtin.

“The only thing that will be allowed is gas-fired propane or natural gas fire pits on the outside, you can cook on a homemade barbecue with charcoal.”

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Town of Renfrew tax bills are scheduled to go out a week later than normal but will still have the same due date.

Keray O’Reilly, Town of Renfrew treasurer, confirmed the change after the June 27 council meeting.

“Normally, the tax bills go out the first week of July,” said O’Reilly.

“This year, there has been a bit of an issue because in the provincial budget that came out on April 27, [the province] created a new property classification that requires a ratio to be established by the County of Renfrew, and once that ratio is established, we can establish our rates.”

All 17 municipalities in the County of Renfrew typically have until June 30 to submit their rates through Online Property Tax Analysis.

Once all the data is submitted, they lock that in and then each municipality can do their individual tax bills, explains O’Reilly. “So, right now, although the county has passed preliminary tax bylaws, it is my understanding that those bylaws are going to have to be repealed and new bylaws passed once the province comes out with regulations in respect to this new classification,” said O’Reilly.

The treasurer has been in touch with the town’s ministry representatives as to how this slight delay may affect the town.

“This creates a potential cash flow issue for municipalities like us,” said O’Reilly.

“We have to get our final tax bills out and I will one way or the other bring forward at the July 18 council meeting tax rates for all classifications except for this one that we are waiting for regulations on. The reason I am going to do this and am able to do that is that we do not have any properties in that classification for 2017 yet.”

The new classification that is causing the potential holdup is called multi-residential new construction, which means the building has more than six units.

Currently, the Town of Renfrew has not issued any building permits for the multi-residential classification in 2017.

This new property class does not have any impact on existing property owners and O’Reilly is looking at getting the tax rates approved at the July 18 meeting.

“So, we would still have a due date of the end of August and the second half due the end of October,” said O’Reilly.

“We will still [use] those dates … there is nothing that I can foresee that will delay [things] any further.”

The property tax levy to be raised for the town’s operations in 2017 represents an increase of 2.5 per cent over the 2016 levy, or $8,028,190.

On May 16, council heard a presentation on the proposed tax rates.

The impact per $100,000 of residential assessment is a 3.9 per cent increase from last year. In 2016, the tax rate per $100,000 was $1,413, and in 2017 it will be $1,468, or a change of $55.

At that same meeting, Renfrew council also approved the addition of $10,000 to its overall capital reserve for 2017. The additional $10,000 adds approximately $2 per $100,000 of assessment. This addition will help the town save for future major projects.

Council passed a bylaw on June 27 for lots 20 and 21 in the residential development of Hunter Gate, phase three. In this phase, the developer has created 26 lots for single detached dwellings and seven blocks to be subdivided into 33 multiple attached/row house lots.

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Low Square, and is scheduled to play on Aug. 15 at O’Brien Park, both are set to start (weather permitting) at 7 p.m. and run for 30 minutes.

Contracts On June 13, the town awarded two contracts for upcoming construction.

The Barnet Boulevard rehabilitation project engineering services was awarded to Morrison Hershfield Limited for $243,338.

The project was approved in the 2017 budget and will be funded through the Ontario Infrastructure Fun of $1,027,028; the rest will be covered by the RPG dividend, federal gas tax, reserves,

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Heritage Renfrew has reprinted 11 different special front pages of the Renfrew Mercury dating from 1895 to 1942 to help mark Canada 150. Darlene Mask, Doug Fraser and Pat Brydges were on hand for the street hockey tournament on June 29 selling the prints for $2. The prints will be on sale all year long and can also be purchased at the archives and other events.

McNab/Braeside Township Times UPCOMING MEETINGS August 1 - Regular Council Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

August 8 - Planning Advisory Committee - 7:00 p.m.

August 15 - Regular Council Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

LAST CALL FOR VENDORS – MIDSUMMER HERBFEST If you’re considering being a Vendor and would like to be included in our promotional literature, the deadline to register for the 22nd annual Ottawa Valley Midsummer HerbFest held on Sunday, July 30th at the Waba Cottage Museum is July 12th, 2017. All those interested are asked to email Karla at kblemkie@mcnabbraeside.com or call 613-623-5756 ext. 232

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2017 FINAL TAX PAYMENT NOTICE Residential/Farm Only 2017 Final Tax Bills have been mailed to Residential and Farm Properties. Final instalments of 2017 property taxes are due on JULY 31, 2017 and SEPTEMBER 29, 2017.

This final tax bill contains payment information for both installments. Additional property tax bills are not mailed out to residents for the 2nd installment.

Payments by any method must reach our office by the due date. A penalty of 1¼% per month will be added to any outstanding taxes on the 1st day of each month until paid.

If you own property in the Township of McNab/Braeside and did not receive a Tax Bill, please call the Township Office at 613-623-5756 or 1-800-957-4621. Please send mailing address changes to the Township Office in writing by mail to 2508 Russett Drive, R.R. #2, Arnprior, ON K7S 3G8 or email info@mcnabbraeside.com. Please quote the property address and roll number on all correspondence.

Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve the taxpayer from payment of taxes or penalties.

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Woman charged with stunt driving On Wednesday, June 14 at approximately 7:30 a.m.

Const. Denys Baranovskiy stopped a vehicle on Highway 17 in McNab/Braeside Township for speeding. The vehicle was traveling more than 50 km above the posted speed limit of 100 km/hr. A 40-year-old Arnprior woman was issued a summons for court in Renfrew on July 21. Her licence was automatically suspended for seven days and her vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The Renfrew detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated 325 calls for service during the past week.

Domestic violence Arnprior and Renfrew officers investigated seven domestic disputes during the past week. One female was charged with assault. No other criminal offences took place.

Break and Enter On Friday, June 16, OPP officers investigated the break and enter at the dining hall on the Renfrew Fairgrounds property. A screen door and metal door were damaged, and a stove inside the kitchen was damaged. The break-in took place sometime overnight Thursday, June 15. Provincial Const. Sarah Darraugh is leading the investigation.

Police have increased their patrols of the Renfrew Fairgrounds property. If you see suspicious people or activities at this location please call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Lock it or Lose it Renfrew OPP officers continue to investigate numerous thefts from unlocked vehicles. This crime is easily prevented - by locking your vehicle. Even more importantly please remove valuables from your vehicle when it is unattended.

Stolen items this week were predominantly wallets.

Also stolen were trail cameras, binoculars, a laptop computer, a Vortex Sidewinder laser measuring tape, a purse, a black Air Canada duffle bag containing running shoes and gym clothes, cell phones, a laptop computer bag containing school work and a wallet. Some of the stolen identification and papers were recovered in a garbage can at Ma-Te-Way Park in Renfrew, and scattered along the Millennium Trail.

Impaired Driver On Wednesday, June 14 at approximately 7:20 p.m.

Const. Chris Colton responded to a report of a possible impaired driver on Highway 17 in Whitewater Region Township. He located the suspect vehicle in a parking lot on Highway 17 in Cobden. The male driver was arrested for impaired driving. After refusing to provide samples of his breath, a 54-year-old man from St. Malachie D’Ormstown, QC was charged with impaired driving, resisting arrest and refusing to provide a sample of his breath. He was released on a promise to appear in court in Renfrew on July 19.

Fraud One victim has come forward to report being defrauded by a scammer pretending to be with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). The scammer advised the victim was in trouble and to purchase prepaid Steam Gift Cards or the victim would be arrested. These cards work just like a gift certificate that can be redeemed on Steam for the purchase of games, software, wallet credit, and any other item you can purchase on Steam. The CRA does not operate in this manner.

Crime Stoppers Crime Stoppers Pembroke/Renfrew County believes that someone may have information that could assist police in solving these crimes. If you have information on any criminal offence that results in charges being laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000. Call Pembroke/ Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 735-8477 or toll free at 1-800-222-8477. You could help solve a crime. All tips remain anonymous and you will not have to attend court.

Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display. The telephones are answered 24 hours a day. Please visit the website www.valleytips.ca.

High fives for bike rodeo and new OPP

June 7 was a special day for two people. Jonah vanLindenburg got to high five a police officer during the Admaston Public School Bike Rodeo.

And it just so happened it was that officer’s first official day on the job. Derek Andrecheck, who grew up in Renfrew is the newest member of the Ontario Provincial Police Renfrew detachment.

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TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE TENDERS Tenders for new construction of the Tourist Information Centre can be picked up at the Recreation Centre.

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Registration for summer programs opened June 1st at noon.

Registration is available in person at the Recreation Centre (67 Argyle Street) and online at Renfrew.ca (Registrations and Booking Button).

Phone registrations are available. To view program options, visit the Town website at www.renfrew.ca There are a variety of summer recreation options including teen leadership, art journaling (adult or teen class), water colour painting, themed summer camps (artsplorer, drama, multisport, H20, gymnastics, nature, summer sizzler, music, challenge and multi theme week)

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Sherry Bradley, program facilitator at the Grove, cenThe Groves Park Lodge volunteer of the year went to On June 21 Groves Park Lodge handed out three service recogni- tre, made a special presentation to Salvation Army Colleen Briscoe, second from right, making the pre- tion awards. The first was for resident volunteer of the year to Shirley Majors Janice and Rocky Bishop who had been the sentation are Amanda Schilke, left, Donna Pinkham, Beach, centre, presented by Shannon Newman, left, Donna Pinkham, pastors there for six years and have left for a new back, and Kerri Harrington. and Kerri Harrington. posting in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia.

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Groves Park Lodge handed out three special awards on June 21.

The annual volunteer appreciation luncheon held in Gem Hall welcomed more than 50 people who have given of their time to help out at the lodge.

The first award went to Shirley Beach, the Resident Volunteer of the Year.

Shannon Newman, program facilitator, presented the award and has had the pleasure of working with Beach since she started to work there.

“She is wildly witty, canny and caring. She is full of love, laughter and a whole lot of sarcasm. She’s always cracking jokes to brighten our day.

She is always willing to help out, especially when she isn’t asked,” said Newman.

“This year she took on a couple

of big tasks for us, she helps run the Tuck Shop twice a week, sells tickets for numerous fundraisers, she is one of our Uptown Girls Folding Group regulars. She has a permanent smile and a heart of gold.”

The Groves Park Lodge Volunteer of the Year award winner is Colleen Briscoe.

Amanda Schilke, program facilitator, described Briscoe as a talented volunteer, who has helped with nu-

merous activities such as candlelight dinners, shopping trips, senior’s month outings and more.

“You can tell this woman has a heart of a volunteer, thank you for all the work that you do,” said Schilke.

The lodge also honoured Majors Rocky and Janice Bishop from the Salvation Army Church who are their resident pastors for the last six years and are moving to Glace Bay to be closer to family and work at two new

churches.

“We have had a lot of laughs together over the years and we will miss you dearly.

“We would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts,” said Sherry Bradley, program facilitator/pastoral care.

“We pray that God blesses you, strengthens you and continues to use you as he did here at your new posting. Thank you.”

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St. Joseph’s Catholic High School held its graduation ceremony on June 28; Delaney Gale, Madison Letang, Kaitlyn Westlake, Madison Hackner, Kathleen Carty and in front Tyler Hart and JP Cassanto pose for photos before the event. Cassandra Monk, who received four awards, was also the valedictorian. The July 13 edition of the Renfrew Mercury will include full grad coverage.

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Renfrew Collegiate Institute hosted commencement exercises on Thursday, June 29 at the school in Renfrew. Emily Belliveau and Callista Bennett preserve the moment with a selfie as they line up for the graduate procession. Taylor Virgin, who also received the Governor General’s medallion, was valedictorian for the evening event and a number of scholarships and awards were presented. Twenty-five students were recognized as Ontario Scholars. The Renfrew Mercury’s full graduation coverage will appear in our July 13 edition.

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Graduates have what it takes Last week was high school graduation time.

Mortarboards and gowns, that traditional graduation garb, set the fashion trend for the week as Grade 12 graduates at every high school strode and received a secondary school diploma from a principal, vice-president or teacher, with beaming smiles all around.

These smiles were not only on the stage, but throughout the audience, on the faces of proud teachers, parents, family members and friends of the graduates.

These secondary school graduation diplomas represent more than just the successful completion of 14 years of schooling, starting with junior kindergarten and continuing through to Grade 12. Quite simply, these diplomas represent the future.

You only had to be at one of these high school graduation ceremonies to appreciate not only the accomplishments of these graduates to date, but also the unprecedented opportunities that await them in the coming years. Whether they are off to university, college or the world of work, these graduates have before them endless possibilities for further personal growth and additional learning. Whether it is in nursing, law, social work, interior decorating, software development, animation, marketing, engineering, construction or any other field of endeavour, these young graduates have been armed with all of the tools necessary to succeed in their chosen pathway. But more than this, this generation of graduates has developed a sense of social justice

and community volunteering that will ensure a future that is not only more compassionate, but more participatory.

That’s because the high school education of today goes beyond just the “three R’s” and the curriculum. In high school, youth get to know about taking responsibility for this world of ours, for preserving it and for making it a better place to live, work and play. They get to know how to do this in part thanks to the clubs and extracurricular activities in which they participate in their high school years. But they also know how to do this because, besides their learning, they have developed what it takes to succeed in today’s world — skills like collaboration, digital fluency, critical thinking, resiliency, perseverance and empathy.

They are globally aware. They respect and accept others for who they are. They are ready to make a difference in the world, not only with their learning, but also with who they have become on their journey through the education system to date.

This all gives so much hope, not only for where society is headed in the future, but also for seeing how our goals and aspirations as a country of communities are going to be realized. It will all happen because of these young people who this past week strode across a stage to receive a secondary school diploma. They have what it takes to take us to the next level as a country and as a society.

We can’t wait for it to happen!

Musing from the MDougall Mill Museum KEVIN MCSHEFFREY

The McDougall Mill Museum’s medical collection contains some fascinating, even bizarre items, many of which might be considered ‘snake oil’ today. Of course, many of the items did work as advertised, but today some of them could only cause a person to shake one’s head.

One such item had the grandiose name ‘The Davis and Kidder Patent Magneto-Electric Machine for Nervous Diseases.’ According to the instructions, the patient was to hold a metal rod in each hand while the operator turned a crank, which delivered a ‘mild’ alternating current to the patient. Based on the manufacturer’s claims, cancer, diabetes, heart disease,

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and spinal deformities were only some of the several ailments that could be cured! Also on display, is a bottle of Glover’s Mange Medicine, which helped eliminate those pesky mites in the human scalp. Once you had done so, there were further instructions on how to use the medicine for the family dog. Two treatments for the price of one.

Then, there was Dr. Charles’ Syrup, ‘a pleasant remedy for expelling round worms.’ It almost makes one wish they had worms, so they could try this ‘pleasant’ and fun-sounding remedy.

Many of us will remember using Tincture of Iodine. The bottle on display was clearly labelled poison. But on the side of the bottle was a lengthy list of antidotes including ‘strong tea, coffee,

and whisky!’ Or one could try Rawleigh’s Camphor Balm, ‘suitable for man or beast.’

Other medicines on display give the various dosages required for humans, horses, cows, and pigs. Also on display are two booklets promoting the wonders of Dodd’s Liver or Kidney Pills from 1951 and 1959. One illustration asks, “What’s the matter with Mother?” Another illustration shows Mother saying, “I hated to look in a mirror.” Of course after taking the pill, an ad triumphantly declares: “Now she flies through housework with the greatest of ease.”

In addition to the medicines, are those dreaded quarantine signs of old, showing Polio, Measles, Scarlet Fever, or Diphtheria within the household,

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And one can finally notice the pharmacists of years gone by in Renfrew, with one small box showing the name (Larry) Ritza, and others with the Fraser name. If you’re feeling in good health, come and have a look at this A unique medical advertisement from the Mill Museum. interesting display.

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Renfrew council must consider facts when it comes to pool issue To the editor:

Re: Proposed recreation facility There is a degree of controversy regarding the recent proposal presented to recent open house meetings.

It is interesting to note that the incentive to explore options was the poor condition of the Recreation Centre, yet there is no option to just build a new centre.

There is heartfelt rationale for supporting any of the three proposals, but in order to make a defendable decision, I feel that coun-

cil needs to look at numbers, which are measurable.

Emotions are difficult, if not impossible to measure.

The proposals are based on the recreation Master Plan, which depends heavily on a 2009 survey that reflected 78% of respondents favoured an indoor pool and 32% want a second ice pad. This supports a survey in 1985 that had 87% in favour of a pool. Tax support however showed that 39% wanted no tax increase, 33% said they would support a 1% increase, 22% said up to 3% leaving 6% of ratepayers

willing to bear a tax increase of 5%, The 1985 survey had 19% saying no tax increase, 41% said private donation as an option and 33% agreed to a tax increase.

The proposals project a net incremental expense of $272,500 with no allowance for increases in expenses in the future. A comprehensive study done in 2010 showed a deficit of $478,454. We will not know which figure is most accurate until the project is built and operating, so the projected tax increase of 5.6% could be much greater.

Since 2015, Renfrew tax-

payers have seen a tax levy increase of over 12%, will likely see an annual increase of at least another 2% plus 6-10% on top for this facility. These are measurable numbers that may alarm most ratepayers. My fervent wish is that council consider the facts, respect the wishes of the majority and expend their efforts on economic development bringing badly needed industrial tax dollars to town that would make a pool complex economically viable.

While some in this riding may disagree, I commend Cheryl Gallant for having the courage to take a politically unpopular stand. Her ideas and mine on many issues have differed, but on this issue it appears we both have understanding that others do not.

Climate change is real, but the socalled consensus of scientists about its cause and solutions has been manufactured through a flood of sloppy studies that have duped many scholars as well as the general public. Those scientists who have questioned these poor reports have been bullied and called heretics despite the fact that they do not dispute the reality of changes in our weather worldwide.

The truth is that climate change is a political tool, now. Perhaps it always was.

And the fact that governments continue to promote fossil fuel extraction and technologies while effectively stifling significant conversion to safer and cleaner technologies shows that most politicians, bureaucrats, and corporations do not care at all whether fossil fuels are damaging our planet.

Instead of doing anything meaningful to protect citizens and the ecology on which we all depend, they use climate change as an excuse to tax the poor; and they sell off government assets to private companies that then hike energy prices for no legitimate reason; and they plough ahead with pipelines that will leak and contaminate our water, notwithstanding company claims belied by the reality that serious and destructive leaks are commonplace.

But there is another issue that has surfaced thanks to non-corporate

media and some brave scientists and public officials. Regardless of the contributions of the fossil fuel industries and of nature, there is a major manmade cause of climate change: the geoengineering that governments and corporations are pushing as the “fix” for climate change.

Weather modification technology has existed for about a century, and has been tested and put into practice for almost that long, according to newspaper accounts that date back to the 1920s. What the mainstream media has failed to inform us and that governments are denying is that weather modification, a.k.a. geoengineering, has been happening for decades. In fact, weather has become a weapon wielded by military-industrial-”intelligence” agencies (notably American). That is why we have soaring temperatures, droughts, floods, severe storms, etc. Notice that many of the worst effects of “global warming” are in those places that have untapped oil resources. Others are in places where the public opposes political policies of war and imperialism, and/ or policies of government centralization and rural depopulation and corporate plunder of natural resources.

Have people failed to notice the chemical trails from airplanes that have been filling our skies with increasing frequency for the last 50 years? These are not simple con trails, which are caused under very specific and uncommon conditions and which evaporate quickly. No, these crisscrossing lines in the sky spread and diffuse and are full of aluminum powder (which ignites in the presence of moisture and also settles on trees to

July 1 to 9 marks National Fishing Week in Canada.

The Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC) and the Lifesaving Society want to remind anglers that wearing your lifejacket is even more important than wearing your ‘lucky fishing hat.’

But they do share one trait - they both have to be worn to be effective!

According to the Lifesaving Society’s 2016 Canadian Drowning Report, 82 per cent of recreational boaters who drowned in the past five years were found not wearing a lifejacket or Personal Flotation Device (PFD).

Over half (54 per cent) of boating deaths occurred during powerboat use, with small powerboats less than 5.5 metres in length (26 per cent) the most common vessel type.

A majority of these victims were males (80 per cent) between the ages of 20 and 60 years of age, often out for a day of fishing.

Many of those who don’t wear their lifejackets or PFDs believe that, since they are good swimmers, having them onboard and within easy reach is good enough.

But a lifejacket stored under a seat or up in the bow will be of no help when the unexpected happens, like falling overboard while trying to net the catch.

Fishing is a part of our Canadian fabric and an activity that’s easy to get hooked on.

At this important time of year, the CSBC and the LSS are asking those who fish to ‘Get Hooked on Lifejackets’ too.

Tom Anderson Renfrew

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contribute to massive wildfires), strontium, barium (yes, these are radioactive), and other substances including (according to some sources) bacteria and moulds.

If you ask government agencies for answers about existing geoengineering, as I have, you get a “not my department” runaround, or hemming and hawing, or outright lies. Conspiracies? You bet. And many in our governments and scientific community and media are in on them. (History is full of conspiracies, most of which are initiated by the rich for the rich.)

The Paris climate agreement is not about “fixing” the problem. It is about excusing the continuation of a major cause of the problem, while also excusing the feeding of the ultra-rich from the pockets of the middle class and poor, and excusing the sending of tax monies from countries like Canada to foreign dictators who have no intention of sharing that money with their people suffering from the effects of these weather weapons.

Even if you wish to believe that our officials could not possibly be so corrupt as to deliberately take part in using our weather as a weapon and causing disasters for transnational corporations to exploit for profit, you have to recognize that half-baked science and popularized political bandwagons and corporate selfishness have caused problems but not solved them.

So why count on them to correct the situation now?

Thank you, Cheryl Gallant, for not being a part of the problem.

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Last week’s column addressed the nesting behaviour of turtles.

The greatest risk faced by female turtles is being run over when they cross roads.

Each year a few despicable people deliberately run over turtles “just for kicks.”

Once a turtle completes her task and safely returns to the water, she faces relatively few dangers.

However, river otters are known in winter to eat dormant snapping turtles, and I once observed an otter munching tiny painted turtles it retrieved from the bottom of a frozen pond.

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A number of animals including raccoons, striped skunks, eastern coyotes, and red foxes dig them up and devour entire clutches.

As turtles have access to a limited number of egg laying sites, predators soon learn about them and each year up to 100 per cent of all nests are depredated.

Most predation occurs at night but recently I observed a red fox in action in early morning.

The fox was walking along the edge of Highway 60 in Algonquin Park.

It was clearly on a mission, its nose held to the ground as it wandered along the roadsides.

It crossed the highway several times, working the far shoulder as it had the opposite one.

When it came to a culvert it sniffed around its gravel borders for some time. Finding nothing of interest it crossed the road where almost immediately it stopped and began digging.

The earth was flying as it frantically dug into the ground with both feet.

After a little while it stuck its snout into the excavation and came up with an egg in its mouth.

This it placed on the ground and licked out its contents.

More digging and more eggs, until finally around ten had been retrieved.

Two of these were carried away and hidden, likely to be eaten later.

When turtle eggs in undetected nests hatch in the fall, the hatchling turtles run a gauntlet when they move to the water.

Predatory mammals and birds pick them off on route, and once in the water, many fall pretty to large snapping turtles and fish.

Of all the eggs laid in spring, very few produce adult turtles.

Which is likely a good thing, for if all of the thousands of eggs laid each year produced adult turtles, we would soon be experiencing severe shellshock!

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The Township of Whitewater Region has a little extra strut in their step of late, with the announcement of Jp2g Consultants Inc. as title sponsor for this year’s Whitewater Streetstrut festivities.

Whitewater Streetstrut, the Township of Whitewater Region inaugural event, will take place on Saturday, July 15 on the Main Street of Cobden between Crawford and John Street.

The event will provide afternoon family entertainment along with live music free of charge to the public from noon until 5 p.m. At this time, the street will be transformed into a concert venue, before opening the gates at 7 p.m. for our evening headliner the Headstones with special guests Day Dreams for Dollars.

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00 ARGYLE ST.

106 STRINGERS LANE

• Immaculate Modular home with detached double garage! This home needs to be seen...the interior will surprise you.

• Spacious with large entrance/laundry area, 2 bedrooms, updated bathroom, galley kitchen and dining area, lovely living room with propane fireplace. • Only 10 minutes to Eganville

Commercial lot would suit a convenience store/car wash, unlimited possibilities. Located on busy street with different business opportunities!!

Wonderful location on the Madawaska R. for this 3 bedrm cottage. Open concept living & dining. Drilled well & septic. Sand beach, sauna, Bunkie at the water, woodstove.

1309 WHITTON ROAD

3645B CALABOGIE RD

$135,000 MLS#1033864 Call Allison Mulvihill 613-433-2880

$90,000 MLS#1033745 Cathy O’Neil 613-432-0073 or Gerry O’Neil 613-432-2333

SOLD

SOLD Thank You For Your Business!

Sherri Cobus 613-432-1947

Thank You For Your Business!

Allison Mulvihill 613-433-2880

12 The Renfrew Mercury - Thursday, July 6, 2017

$299,900 MLS# 1061914 Call Sherri Cobus for viewing 613-432-1947

132 CRESTVIEW DRIVE Put your holiday getaway or retirement home here in this very popular subdivision across from Calabogie Peaks! This flat level lot offers enough area at half an acre to build your dream home. Enjoy year round recreation with great golf, boating, fishing, swimming, as well as skiing right across the road. Deed access to the lake is included too. Don’t hesitate!

$48,900 MLS#1037734 Call Mike Coulas 613-432-0092

Water walk at QEPS

Submitted

Queen Elizabeth Public School (QEPS) students took part in their firstever water walk on Tuesday, June 13 with the help of the Renfrew Fire Department. Students learned about countries around the world with limited water resources and the effects it has on their family and community. The QEPS Free the Children group hosted their first annual water walk in the hopes that students would be able to experience a small part of the hardships many young children face daily in other parts of the world. If you wish to learn more about the water walk go to www. we.org .

RCDSB approves 2017-2018 budget On June 26, trustees with the Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) approved a budget of $134.9 million for the 2017-18 school year.

Changes in the Grants for Student Needs, attrition, and energy expenditures limited the deficit to just $252,781. This shortfall will be funded from the board’s Accumulated Surplus Fund.

“This budget demonstrates a sensible fiscal approach,” said RCDSB Chair Wendy Hewitt. “It honours our mission to provide a dynamic, inclusive, and respectful learning environment that supports and encourages individual achievement and well-being and sustains investments that benefit students and staff.”

Budget 2017-18 sees an increase in expenditures of $6.4 million, which is an increase of five per cent over last year’s budget. The majority of this increase — $5 million — is a result of provincially-negotiated labour agreements with our unionized employee groups. This included increases to salaries, direct funding to a benefit trust, and additional staffing allocations with the union groups.

The board received additional

grants over the past four years for Special Education, with $1.2 million being directed to provide additional programming resources.

An increase of approximately $3 million has been earmarked for capital renewal projects, including new LED lighting at Mackenzie Community School and Champlain Discovery PS as well as the replacement of an electrical substation at Opeongo High School.

“This budget provides for stable enrolment year over year from budgetary perspective,” said Chair Hewitt.

“It will allow us to continue to invest in our strategic priorities including expanding our Information Communication and Technology Plan across more schools, giving students more opportunities to hone their digital learning, creativity, and critical thinking skills. Similarly, we will introduce our Pathways to Thrive well-being initiative this fall which will benefit both students and staff,” concluded Hewitt.

The approved budget will now be presented to the ministry.

The board operates 21 elementary school facilities and seven secondary school facilities within Renfrew County and South Algonquin Township.

Eady Realty, Inc.

613-432-2100 www.century21.ca/eadyrealty

Brokerage

29 Raglan St. S., Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8 Each office is independently owned and operated

Morris Eady

Broker of Record Cell

Dennis Yakaback

Cell 433-2681

Cell

Real Estate Broker

432-1830

morris.eady@century21.ca

Kelly Derue

kelly.derue@century21.ca

Charlene Riopelle

Real Estate Broker

NEW G TIN LIS

Real Estate Representative

432-0041

dennis.yakaback@century21.ca

Cell

$389,900

Dennis Yakaback: 613-432-0041

Margaret Dubeau

Real Estate Representative

433-4082

charlene.riopelle@century21.ca

Cell

Real Estate Representative

433-2254

vincent.johnston@century21.ca

Cell

433-1191

margaret.dubeau@century21.ca

NEW G TIN LIS

NEW CE PRI

2134 THOMPSON ROAD NEARLY NEW 4 BEDRM, 3 BATH WATERFRONT HOME. OPEN CONCEPT LIVING AREA. FINISHED BASEMENT. 2 ACRE LOT

Vincent Johnston

CLOSE TO TOWN

TWO BEDRM BUNGALOW IS LARGER THAN IT LOOKS. BONUS ROOM AT THE REAR COULD BE 3RD BEDRM

1014 GOSHEN ROAD

2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH BUNGALOW, OPEN KITCHEN AND LR. LOVELY DEEP CORNER LOT.

LOVELY 5 BDRM, 3 BATH SPLIT LEVEL SITUATED ON 2 ACRE TREED LOT. SHOWS BEAUTIFULLY. MANY UPDATES

$159,900

$146,900

$329,900

5 BEDRM, 2.5 BATH, 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE. LARGE, PRETTY LOT

59 WILSON STREET MLS# 1064623

Margaret Dubeau: 613-433-1191

208 ARNPRIOR AVENUE MLS# 1056192

MLS# 1066328

Kelly Derue: 613-433-2681

Morris Eady: 613-432-1830

Dennis Yakaback: 613-432-0041

317 DOGWOOD TRAIL

50 DENISE LANE

1379 CHENAUX ROAD 3 BEDROOMS MLS# 1027428

INEXPENSIVE LIVING

MLS# 1056608

$74,900

$269,000

213 BARNET BOULEVARD RAISED BUNGALOW, 3 + 1 BEDRM, 2 BATH, CARPORT, 2 FINISHED LEVELS

COTTAGE***MUSKRAT LAKE*** SUMMER IS ABOUT TO ARRIVE. ENJOY THIS 1 BEDRM COTTAGE & ADDITIONAL SLEEP TRAILER THIS SUMMER

5030 CALABOGIE ROAD NEWER BUILT BUNGALOW MLS# 1063744

MLS# 1064742

$149,900

$299,900

$232,500

Kelly Derue: 613-433-2681

Vincent Johnston: 613-433-2254

Charlene Riopelle: 613-433-4082

Morris Eady: 613-432-1830 or Charlene Riopelle: 613-433-4082

Vincent Johnston: 613-433-2254

22 CRUISE LANE COTTAGE***COLTON LAKE, 2 BEDRMS, INSTALLED SEPTIC, DRILLED WELL. DEEDED ACCESS TO COLTON LAKE MLS# 1064497

COUNTRY LOT FRONTAGE ON REID’S LAKE. 109 FT X 600 FT

203 TASSE AVENUE AFFORDABLE 3 BR FAMILY HOME MLS# 1058366

76 SLEEPY HOLLOW LANE

INCOME PROPERTY

COTTAGE***GOLDEN LAKE*** 2 BEDRM COTTAGE COMES FURNISHED & READY TO ENJOY. INSTALLED SEPTIC & DRILLED WELL

EIGHT 2 BEDRM APARTMENTS

Kelly Derue: 613-433-2681

Morris Eady: 613-432-1830

Vincent Johnston: 613-433-2254

Kelly Derue: 613-433-2681

Morris Eady: 613-432-1830

590 HEATHER PLACE

41 MCGARRY AVENUE

54 CLOST LANE

$89,000

OPEN HOUSE

$59,000

6 ROSEBRUGH ROAD

SATURDAY, JULY 8 12 P.M. – 2 P.M.

MLS# 1047141

$249,900

Your Host: Vince Johnston: 613-433-2254

OPEN HOUSE

47 HUYCK DRIVE

NEW CE PRI

733 RAGLAN STREET SOLID 3 BR BUNGALOW. NICE DEEP YARD. GREAT CURB APPEAL

MLS# 1041287

SUNDAY, JULY 9 1 P.M. – 3 P.M.

$134,900

$224,900

SOLD KELLY DERUE

$259,900

Real Estate Broker Cell: 433-2681

Dennis Yakaback: 613-432-0041

OPEN HOUSE

MLS# 1053726

1017B FRASER ROAD

SOLD

CHARLENE RIOPELLE Real Estate Representative Cell: 433-4082

OPEN HOUSE

431 DOMINION STREET

SATURDAY, JULY 15 12 P.M. – 2 P.M.

SUNDAY, JULY 9TH 2 P.M. – 4 P.M.

MLS# 1056050

MLS# 1044983

COMPLETELY RENOVATED 2 BEDROOM, PARTIALLY FINISHED BASEMENT. GAS. C/A.

$229,900

$449,900

$154,900

Your Host: Margaret Dubeau: 613-433-1191

Your Host: Margaret Dubeau: 613-433-1191

NEW BUNGALOW 2 BEDRM, 2 BATH, 2 CAR GARAGE!

SOLD

MARGARET DUBEAU Real Estate Representative Cell: 433-1191

On Duty This Weekend KELLY DERUE Real Estate Broker Cell: 433-2681

MLS# 1040460

Your Host: Dennis Yakaback: 613-433-0041

I welcome your weekend call on any listed property

EADY INSURANCE

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An island or waterfront property? Log Construction?

Available for a wide range of cottages, providing specialty coverage on an individual policy.

Whether you use your cottage as a secondary or seasonal residence, Call Eady Insurance for a free quote today!

613-432-8543 or toll free: 1-888-ASK EADY www.eadyinsurance.ca The Renfrew Mercury - Thursday, July 6, 2017 13

330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew, K7V 1N3

613-432-7562

www.remaxrenfrew.com

Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage A locally owned o Independent ndependent M Member Broker

HELEN VINCENT

ROSS PEEVER

DAVID VINCENT

PETER VINCENT

613-433-1133

613-401-2824

613-432-0319

BROKER OF RECORD

Sales Representative

helen@remaxrenfrew.com

ross@remaxrenfrew.com

613-432-0058

Sales Representative

david@remaxrenfrew.com

BROKER

peter@remaxrenfrew.com

HUNTER GATE SUBDIVISION AND THE MANOR ESTATES IS WHERE THE ACTION IS HAPPENING OPEN HOUSE

WED JULY 5 6:30-8:30PM 708 HALL AVE.

Proceed on Gillan Ave from the Water Tower North to Hall Ave - turn right and this home is on the left.

Your Host: Helen Vincent

D L O S

712 HALL AVE.

A gorgeous brand new 3 bedroom bungalow is being constructed at this location. Fully warrantied and fully serviced.

142 HARAMIS DRIVE – MANOR ESTATES This home is under construction in the prominent Manor Estates Subdivision. 3 bedroom bungalow with all the bells and whistles!!!!

704 HALL AVE.

A 2 bedroom,2 bathroom home is underway with construction at this location. The building process is moving along well and it will not be long until you are able to view.

72 OTTERIDGE AVE.

Outstanding brand new custom built 3 bedroom bungalow – almost ready for occupancy- excellent interior design for family living

CALL HELEN FOR FLOOR PLAN AND DESIGN 613-432-0058 NEWNG LISTI

23 PROPER STREET, BRAESIDE $149,900 A 3 bedroom home priced at $149,900 on a corner lot!

Living room, large dining room and kitchen plus side porch on the first level plus 4 pce bath. Gas heat, well and septic. Call Helen to view at 432-0058

NEWNG LISTI

NEWNG LISTI

181 CROSS AVE

NEWNG LISTI

126 ERINDALE AVE.

850 8TH STREET

$149,900! A great starter home for you and your family with 3 levels of living space available. Living room, dining room and kitchen on first level; second level has 2 bedrooms and a 4 pce bath; third floor could be used as a den or 3rd bedroom. Gas heat. Call Helen to view at 432-0058

A beautifully kept garden home on 8th Street! Raised ranch with 2 bedrooms and a 4 pce bath, hardwood floors, gas heat, central air, awning at the rear for shade. Large living and dining room, kitchen and eating area – do not miss this! Call Helen to see it at 432-0058

135 STEVENSON CRESCENT

5056B MATAWATCHAN RD., GRIFFITH MADAWASKA RIVERFRONT AT ITS BEST! LARGE BUILDING LOT WITH AN EXISTING WELL – LOT MEASURES 151 FEET X 300 FEET Call Helen at 432-0058

Horton Heights Subdivision at the top of the hill! An amazing family home with spectacular features, 4 bedrooms and 2 brand new baths on second level. Main level has living room with hardwood and dining room, kitchen and family room with gas fireplace. Basement is finished as well. Pool and private rear yard. A delight to show! Call Helen at 432-0058

36 REKOWSKI RD., HALEY

You must view this outstanding solid brick bungalow! 2 bedrooms with living, dining, kitchen and laundry on first level plus 4 pce bath. Lower level is fully finished with den, family room with propane fireplace and bedroom; entry to the double car garage here as well. Screened sunporch for 3 season living at the rear plus all new hardwood flooring throughout the first floor. Call Helen at 432-0058 or Ross at 433-1133 to view

NEW E PRIC

6 SHERWOOD Located on a generous corner lot in Cotieville this home is a perfect investment or for a 1st time buyer. Lots of potential here.

Call David to view 613-401-2824.

A maintenance free 3 bedroom bungalow on 3 acres with so much family living space at this address. Spacious sized rooms with 2 gas fireplaces, hardwood flooring and 2 full baths. Finished lower level and detached double car garage. Call Helen to view at 432-0058

DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE ON A GARDEN HOME!

D L O S

Hunter Gate Subdivision

730 RAGLAN ST. S.

Ideal residential location in the Town of Renfrew! Corner lot providing lots of space. 1 and ½ storey, 3 bedroom home with large spacious living room, separate dining room, working kitchen, 2 full baths and master bedroom on main floor. Large deck at the rear. Call Helen to see it at 432-0058

3058 BURNSTOWN RD., RENFREW

Do not miss this! A custom built home with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room with wood fireplace, dining room, kitchen and 2 full baths. On the north side of the home is an in-law suite or rental accommodation with a fully equipped suite all on 12 acres of land. Lake to kayak or canoe, trails all throughout the property and easy hwy access year round. Detached single garage and attached double garage. Call Helen to see it at 432-0058

Construction is well under way. Lots of activity!! Sodded lots and paved drives.

CONDITIONALLY SOLD

#65

(Behind No Frills)

Duplex Living!

1300 sq. ft.

PLEASE CALL DAVID VINCENT FOR A FREE HONEST EVALUATION OF YOUR HOME

613-401-2824

#61

Call Helen Vincent for plans & design 613-432-0058 542 PINNACLE ROAD 85 acres of Farmland on Pinnacle Road. Bush and tillable land. Easy access. Close to town.

Call Helen at 432-0058 for details.

14 The Renfrew Mercury - Thursday, July 6, 2017

ALL SOLD IN THIS PHASE!!!!

#35

#37

#39

#41

#43

#45

JUNE STREET PRIME PROPERTY 11 ACRES ON THE WATER SO MANY POSSIBILITIES TREED LOT CALL HELEN AT 432-0058

330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew, ON K7V 1N3 rpeever@xplornet.com

613-432-7562

www.remaxrenfrew.com

Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage A locally owned Independent Member Broker

JUST LISTED

JUST LISTED

E G L SA DIN N E P

13 ACRES ON PUCKER STREET.

Asking $439,900 for this post and beam 4 BR home minutes from town. A rare opportunity. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319. or Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

871 EIGHTH ST.

Asking $215,000 for this immaculate three bedroom garden home on quiet street. Call Peter eter Vincent 613-432-0319.

JUST LISTED

5601 CENTENNIAL LAKE RD, GRIFFITH

Completely renovated 2 story home with vinyl and wood siding. Large kitchen, living room and 2 beautiful sun rooms overlooking Centennial Lake. Master bedroom, 1 - 4pc bathroom plus laundry on the main floor. 2nd level consists of 1 very large bedroom plus 1 - 2pc bathroom. Basement has a bedroom, recroom with air tight wood stove. Forced air propane heat, and a new 2 car detached fully insulated 30 X 30 garage Property has waterfront property which is located across Centennial Lake Rd, with approx 169’ of waterfront. One of kind property. Ross Peever 613-433-1133

NEW PRICE

300 HOLLY LANE, KILLALOE

Beautiful 2 story log home built in 2014 over looking Laurel Lake.

Master bedroom is located in the loft, in floor heating and a walk out basement. 2 car detached garage 24’ by 30’ with steel roof and steel siding, new drilled well and septic system. Home over looks the fabulous water front, perfect for fishing and swimming. A must see! MLS# 1062791. Call Ross 613-433-1133.

121 PETER STREET

Great starter home, or for someone who does not want to climb stairs. Hardwood flooring in the living room, plus both bedrooms. Laundry room is located off the kitchen. Porch at the back of the house 7 X 9’10 and storage shed. Good size lot; located in centre of town. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133

ROSS PEEVER

PETER VINCENT

613-433-1133

613-432-0319

ross@

peter@

Sales Rep

Broker

remaxrenfrew.com

NEW LISTING

1132 RISTO RD., EGANVILLE

100 Acre farm,. Approx 25 acres clear. Home has newly renovated kitchen, main floor consists of living room, master bedroom and 1 - 4pc bath all with hardwood floors. 4 bedrooms upstairs with a 3 pc bath. Basement has been totally sprayed with foam insulation. Propane furnace installed in 2011, septic system in 2014 and a newer 200 amp service. Older log barn presently used for horses. A one of kind farm! Call Ross 613-433-1133

2 BUILDING LOTS ON PINNACLE ROAD

D L SO

260 WILLIAM AVE.

Asking $169,900 for this immaculate three bedroom home with rear addition on quiet street on a ravine lot.

Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319

143 BONNECHERE ST.

215 DESMOND RD

Asking $139,900 for this updated 2 BR home in central location, gas heat and garage.

Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

Magnificent quality home on 44 acres. Log home with larger newer addition, Kitchen with lots of cupboards. Family room has air tight woodstove, open style LR with hardwood floors throughout. 3 bdr with 1-3pc plus 1-3pc ensuite. Infloor heating. F.A. propane furnace, new 2 car insulated detached garage and rec room located at back of garage. Large log barn, beautiful mature pond on wetland, portion of farm. Some open fields, plus, many many more details. Call Ross 613-433-1133.

1000 NEWFOUNDOUT RD, GREATER MADAWASKA, ONTARIO.

Two parcels of land with a total area of approx. 270 acres. Property borders 3 lakes. Lake 1 approx 4.71 acres, lake 2 approx 11.74 acres, lake 3 approx 104 acres. Small cabin on lake 3.The vendor has approx 1,928.36’ on the north side and the rest of lake 3 is on Crown Land.

Very, very unique and private property. Visit www. remaxrenfrew.com.

Asking $450,000 Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133

WATERFRONT

45 CHARRON LANE - MOTIVATED SELLER!

$839,900. 6 acre property with over 700 ft. of shoreline on private, springfed lake. 3 bdrm, 3 bath home with sunroom and finished basement. Master bdrm on main level with ensuite bath. Wood working shop and artist studio (may come equipped as part of the sale). Detached 3 car garage. Sauna located next to the beach, providing privacy and relaxation. Only 6 minutes to Renfrew.

Separate log building plus studio and workshop - could easily be converted to separate cottage. Call Ross 613-433-1133.

3698 STAFFORD THIRD LINE

100 Acre farm with one of kind log home. Addition added in 1980. Large kitchen including appliances with separate dining room, beautiful living room with windows on both sides, plus a lovely stone fire place. Family room has a wood stove. 2nd level consists of 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Full basement has a bedroom, laundry room and furnace room. In ground pool, separate detached garage, large frame barn, plus storage shed. 45 acres of tillable land the rest consists of pine and mixed bush. 2 car detached garage 23’ X 40’, barn 30 X 80, storage 24’ X 50’. Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

112 JUNE STREET Starter home consisting of kit/lr combined, 1 bdr, 1-4pc bath. Lot 60’ x 72’, 1 car detached garage, paved drive. Needs handyman. Asking $59,000.

Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

JUST LISTED

HOME PLUS COTTAGE

Excellent building lots with a great location for commuters.10 minutes from Renfrew amenities including hospital,shopping, library, recreation center, fire station and police. Perfect for building your family home. MLS# 1065758 & MLS# 1065761 Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

remaxrenfrew.com

327 AIRTH BLVD

Affordable and well cared for, 3 BR home walking distance to all amenities, finished basement, 1.5 baths. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

269 ARGYLE ST. S. 1,100 square foot on two floors, 1-2pc bath and several rooms on the main. 1-2pc bath with plumbing for a shower in the basement. New natural gas boiler installed November 2016. Highly visible location. MLS# 1054150 Asking $119,000. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

9 JUBY LANE

668 ABERDEEN STREET Asking $275,000 for this well appointed two bedroom bungalow with 2.5 baths and a completely finished basement.

Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319

316 LISGAR AVE.

Excellent income property. 3 Bedroom apartment has been completely remodeled, heated with forced air oil furnace. The other 3 apartments are heated with electric base boards,and they are in a very good state of repair. Building is vinyl sided, and has a paved parking lot out front. If you are looking for that opportunity to own some real-estate and make some good income on the side,this is a must see!!

MLS# 1043168. Asking $299,000. Call Ross 433-1133.

Asking $215,000 for this 2 BR Ottawa River waterfront property, sandy shoreline. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

49 LORNE ST. Asking $169,900 for this 1.5 storey three bedroom home, updated kitchen, wood insert fireplace, hardwood floors, garage.

Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

LOTS….WATERFRONT….ACREAGE....BUILDING WATERFRONT

FERGUSON LAKE ACREAGE

Asking $149,900 for this 4.8 acre waterfront lot with drilled well and 200 ft. of waterfront in Cobblestone Ridge Estates. Call Peter 613-432-0319.

NEW PRICE

THOMPSON RD WATERFRONT LOT Now asking $76,900 for this 1.5 acre building lot on the Bonnechere River with full access to the Ottawa River. Call Peter 613-432-0319

NEW PRICE

MILLER ROAD - BUILDING LOT

WINTERS WAY HORTON ONLY TWO LOTS LEFT….One ACRE Waterfront Lots on the Ottawa River, mature trees, 150 ft of frontage with hydro and bell services in place, Build your dream home and enjoy what the river has to offer.

Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

Private one acre building lot located just off Highway 17. Entrance and culvert recently installed, this lot is just awaiting someone who wants to build their dream home. Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

The Renfrew Mercury - Thursday, July 6, 2017 15

Jack Stekelenburg, chair of the Renfrew Art Guild, with committee members Frank Harper, Diana Wakely and Chris Mussett, invite everyone out to Art in the Park on July 15 and 16 at Haramis Park in Renfrew.

Tiffany Lepack/ Metroland

$439,900

WATERFRONT

329A CHURCH FARM ROAD

$149,900

3+ bedrooms/1.5 baths, double car garage, on Calabogie Lake. Granite counters, wood stove, loft over garage & OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY JULY 9TH 1-3PM more. $169,900

1670 BURNSTOWN RD

2 bed/1 bath condo, heat & water included, hydro $85/mth, cheaper than rent. Private back deck. $168,800

3 bed/2 bath home in the heart of Burnstown.

New kitchen & bathrooms Priced to sell. $1,050,000

240 MCLEOD ROAD Quality and craftsmanship throughout this beautiful 4 bed/ 5 bath home featuring hardwood floors, granite countertops, 9ft ceilings and SO much more. 160ft of Madawaska River waterfront and 3+ acres.

16 CHARLES STREET

691 RIVER RD

Perfect retirement home, new laundry room, 2 bedrooms, 100’x100’ lot.

Helping Buyers and Sellers with all their Real Estate needs.

Call Pat for a confidential discussion today!

Serving: Renfrew, Cobden, Eganville, Calabogie, White Lake, Arnprior, Braeside, Fitzroy Harbour, Pakenham, Griffith, Burnstown and everywhere in between!

Art in the Park July 15 and 16 TIFFANY LEPACK tlepack@metroland.com

Art of all types will soon be sprouting up in a local park.

The sixth annual Art in the Park, hosted by the Renfrew Art Guild (RAG), is set for July 15 and 16 at Haramis Park on O’Brien Road.

“There will be more than 20 artists on-site,” said Jack Stekelenburg, chair of RAG, “and a variety of mediums to check out.”

The event is a chance to check out Ottawa Valley’s local artisans and their exceptional creations.

“It supports the diverse and dynamic cultural aspect in Renfrew,” said Chris Mussett, RAG committee member.

On Saturday the event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“There’s great artwork here for sale,” said Diana Wakely, with RAG. There will be fun for the entire family, includ-

ing an interactive graffiti board.

“Everyone gets a chance to paint on it,” said Wakely.

“This year it will be a Canada 150 theme and everyone can sign it.”

Local acrylic artist Frank Harper encourages everyone to come out for an admission price that can’t be beat.

“It’s free (to get in),” said Harper. “There’s enough art to knock your eyes out.”

There will be oil/acrylic paintings, fabric art, metal sculptors, glasswork and more.

“And there are prices to suit all pockets,” said Harper.

There will also be a battle of canvas where artists only have 20 minutes to create a painting on a theme they are given.

“The results are auctioned off for the bursary fund for high school students,” said Wakely.

For more information on this popular annual event, visit https://www.facebook.com/renfrewartinthepark/.

www.coldwellbankervalleywide.ca

VALLEY WIDE REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE

613-623-7303

HELLO BUILDERs – sO mANY LOTs TO CHOOsE FROm! • NEW – 1 Acre building lot near Burnstown, Only $35,000 • NEW - West Carleton – Woodkilton/Kilmars, Building lot, Only $49,900 • 4.8 Acres near Burnstown, $64,500 • 3.5 Acres near Burnstown, $59,900 • 22 Acres with private Lake, $109,900 • 10 Acres – Merrickville, Only $25,000 • 1 Acre – Mohrs Road, Valley view, $49,900 • 1.38 Acres – Ivy Acres, NO FEES!, Only $49,900 • Fitzroy Estates, $39,900 • Fitzroy Estates, $49,900 • 2 Acres – Peneshula Road, $29,900 • 6.6 Acres – Golf Club Road, $99,900 If you are planning on building your dream home call me!

I have lots of lots and a registered Tarion builder.

CALL JENN TODAY, 613-794-0404 16 The Renfrew Mercury - Thursday, July 6, 2017

BEAUTIFUL BRICK

NEW LIsTING

Great home with a country lot in the heart of Town, close to the River. No neighbours in front or behind! Only $145,000 check out MLS# 1052739 Call Jenn or Tyson for more information PERFECT LOCATION!! • 1179 JAmIEsON LANE

Sought after Old Orchard Estates.

Access to private beach on Ottawa River.

2+2 Bedrooms, fully finished lower level.

Oversized double garage. Inground pool!

Only $309,900 MLS# 1064672 Call Jenn 1 NORHT sT., KILLALOE

Tyson Andress Sales Rep 613-570-4550

Teri Leech Sales Rep 613-433-6994

EXECUTIVE BUNGALOW

Country home has it all!

Large private lot. Beautiful bungalow, huge garage with workshop & storage loft, Pool.

Tons of parking. Only $297,500 MLS# 1063662 Call Jenn 197 JOHN sT., EGANVILLE

4021B HIGHWAY 132

This 2 Bed 1 Bath Bungalow sits on a good sized lot only 10 minutes from Renfrew. Freshly Painted, this home features hardwood in the living room, a large eat-in kitchen, and Lots of Natural Light. $119,900 MLS# 1042301 Call Tyson for more details 613-570-4550 1676 ROUND LAKE ROAD NEW LIsTING

NEW PRICE

Private 3 bed 2 bath home- 4 season sunroom with great view- Finished Basement with separate access-Large out building.

Minutes to Renfrew.

This must be seen to be appreciated.

NEW PRICE $314,900 MLS# 1038792 Call Teri 613-432-6994

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4 bed, 2 bath century home has been lovingly restored just waiting for a family to enjoy. It backs onto Brennan’s Creek, fenced yard and 1 car garage. $149,900 MLS# 1041105 Call Teri Leech

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To mark Canada’s 150 birthday the Birthplace NHA/NHL Museum and the Town of Renfrew hosted a major street hockey tournament on Raglan Street (despite the rain) on June 29. Students from Queen Elizabeth, St. Joseph’s, St. Thomas, Admaston, Central and Renfrew Collegiate Intermediate schools all took place in the historic hockey game.

Bottom left: Bo Stevenson battles for the ball along the edge of the street.

Bottom right: Queen Elizabeth students Tal Stevenson takes a shot on goalie Carson Giroux.

The action stopped at 11 a.m. as Sonya Bergin and all of the students joined together in the singing of O’Canada.

Photos by Tiffany Lepack/Metroland

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Youth basketball camp July 17 to 21 STARS basketball camp is once again offering a week-long camp in Renfrew at Renfrew Collegiate Institute.

This camp emphasizes the components of fun, fair play, and positive attitudes while the participant learns to play the great game of basketball.

STARS coaches Vicki Wilson and Jason Wilson are teachers within Renfrew County and have coached and played the game for

many years.

STARS basketball camp is open to players of all abilities. Players will have the opportunity to develop their skills and play two games per day. The camp runs from Monday, July 17 to Friday, July 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Children ages 9-14 who would like to attend can contact vicki.wilson@sympatico.ca or call 613-622-1200 for a registration form or for more information.

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Renfrew County 55+Seniors Games winners announced A district of the Ontario 55+ Seniors Games Association, Renfrew County Seniors 55+ Games was held last month and followed the same format as in the past couple of years, holding the events in venues throughout Renfrew County during the month of May. This arrangement has worked well in the past and relieves a single town of having to plan and prepare for these month-long activities.

Called games, these events are not all physical.

While there are swimming, walking and pickle ball games among other sports, many people enjoy competing in various types of euchre and bridge tournaments.

The medallists are invited to participate in the Regional Games, which will be held in Pembroke in August.

The following is a list of this year’s medallists: 5-pin Bowling Team: Gold — Lynn Gruntz, Mary Lynn McConnachie, Cas Engal, Claudette Golden, Sylvia Waghorn; Silver — Tjeery Janssen, Mike Fazekas, Dorothy Roach, June Hanniman, Doris McDavis.

Singles Men — Gold: Richard Copley.

Singles Women: Gold — Mary Brown; Silver — Sylvia Deslaurier; Bronze — Trena Copely.

Cribbage: Gold — Evelyn Giroux, Elaine Risto; Silver — Jeannette Neiman, Judy Larivierre; Bronze — Jean Douwes, Grace Rozeboom.

Bid Euchre: Gold — Marg Behnke, Lorraine Hartwig; Silver — Charlie Packer, Theresa Chapeski; Bronze — Eleanor Boire, Linda Brazeau.

Bridge: Gold — Marg Downey, Kathleen O’Grady; Silver — Doug Gonu, Dennis Brehm; Bronze — Nellie Reynen, Carolyn ApSimon.

Golf: Men 55+ Gold — Dave Parkes; Silver — Jack Smith.

Men 65+ Gold — Jim Rapp; Silver — Ellwin Behm; Bronze — Ron Watson.

Men 75+ Gold — Zig Mintha; Silver — Romeo Levasseur; Bronze — Leo Coulas.

Women 55+ Gold — Valarie Trotter; Silver — Susan Veale; Bronze — Susan Beaton.

Women 65+ Gold — Mavis Tetlock; Silver — Anne Fuisz; Bronze — Eleanor Boire.

Women 75+ Gold — Eleanor Hotchkiss.

Lawn Bowling: Gold — Marilyn & George Charbonneau; Silver — Sue Parker, Jim Iliffe; Bronze — Mim Barry, Dave Wilder.

Men’s Darts: Gold — John LaFont, Michael LaFont; Silver — Al Dalton, Ted Mahood; Bronze — Darrell Dechene, George Martin.

Women’s Darts: Gold — Lynn Retty, Patricia Jensen; Silver — Lynne Postill, Annie Thomas; Bronze — Gail Larose, Sue Swant.

Mixed Darts: Gold — Vivian St Amour, Bruce White; Silver — Bruce Burnett, Lynn Postill; Bronze — Jeannette Neiman, Ben Petroskie.

Prediction Cycling: Men Gold — Phil Cot-

trell.

Cycling Time Trial: Women 55+ Gold — Val Hinsperger; Silver — Maryanne Wendorf; Bronze — Cheryl Spotswood.

Women 65+ Gold — Pamela Lemay.

Men 55+ Gold — Keith Oates; Silver — Mike Wendorf.

Men 65+ Ralph Chown.

Swimming Prediction: Women 65+ Gold — Betty O’Shaughnessy.

Men 55+ Gold — Terry Lawrence.

Men 65+ Gold — Bob McLaughlin.

Men 75+ Gold — Ralph Chown; Silver — Romeo Levasseur.

Swimming Open Sprint: Women 65+ Gold — Betty O’Shaughnessy.

Men’s 55+ Terry Lawrence.

Men’s 65+ Gold — Bob McLaughlin. Men’s 75+ Gold — Ralph Chown; Silver — Romeo Levasseur.

Swimming Medley: Men’s 55+ Terry Lawrence. Men’s 65+ Gold — Tony Mitchell; Silver — Bob McLaughlin. Men’s 75+ Gold — Romeo Levasseur.

Tennis Ladies Doubles: Gold — Cheryl Kydd, Bev Moore; Silver — Lorraine Travagline, Andrea Stelmach.

Prediction Walking: Women’s 55+ Gold — Valerie Trotter; Silver — Susan Beaton; Bronze — Val Hinsberger. Women’s 65+ Gold — Linda Cloutier; Silver — Pat Ripmeester.

Men’s 65+ Gold — Dave Larabie.

Nordic Walking: Women’s 55+ Gold — Anne Hutchinson; Silver — Susan Beaton; Bronze — Valerie Trotter. Women’s 65+ Gold — Mieke Mahood; Silver — Linda Cloutier; Bronze — Pat Wolfe. Men’s 65+ Gold — Robert Lavallee; Silver — Richard Copley.

Pickleball: Men’s Gold — Richard & Peter McManus; Silver — Mike Christman & Ron Kelly; Bronze — Mac Campbell & John Levesque. Women’s Gold — Joanne Simard & Claudette Golden; Silver — Marilyn Everett & Denyse Trip; Bronze — Glenda McKay & Mary Ann Christman. Mixed Gold — Patricia & Robert Stubinski; Silver — Susan Chisholm & Larry Halliday.

Carpet Bowling: Gold — Jeannie & Audrey Johnstone; Silver — Sue Swant, Pat Gibson; Bronze — Bob & Sue Adkins.

Floor Shuffleboard: Gold — Betty Ann & Dan Stanton; Silver — Joan Archambault & Pearl Smith; Bronze — Lois McCormack & Jerry Cockwell.

Thank you to our sponsors Municipalities: Pembroke, Greater Madawaska, Petawawa, Bonnechere Valley, Renfrew, McNab/Braeside, Barry’s Bay. Service Clubs: Cobden Civitan Club, Cobden Legion, Chalk River Legion, Petawawa Legion, Pembroke Legion, Eganville Rotary, Pembroke Lions, Renfrew Lions, Palmer Rapids Lions, Arnprior Lionettes.

Senior Clubs: Petawawa Silver Threads, Pembroke Drop-In Craft & Activities Centre, Cobden & District, Arnprior Golden Valley, Westmeath Riverview Calabogie Seniors.

Eganville & District, Barry’s Bay Opeongo.

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The Renfrew Pickleball players have returned from the senior games and did quite well, some of the players include: Mac Campbell, Richard McManus, John Levesque, Jo-Anne Simard, Pat and Rob Stubinski and Don Strachan.

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Pickleball is growing in Renfrew County and the recent 55+ Senior Games were full of spirit and fun competition.

There were eight medals awarded, with Renfrew earning four medals, Calabogie taking home two, and Pembroke and Arnprior both scoring one.

In the men’s division, Peter and Richard McManus from Renfrew won gold, silver went to Ron Kelly and Mike Christman from Calabogie, and bronze went to John Leveque and Mac Campbell. This is the second year in a row the McManus team has won gold.

“I think pickleball is just a great game,” said Richard. “It’s been my experience [that] anyone can play the game.

All of the games were very different and the competition was very strong.”

In the mixed division, gold went to Renfrew’s

Pat and Rob Stubinski, and silver went to Larry Halliday and Susan Chisholm from Pembroke.

Renfrew also took home gold in the women’s division, with Jo-Anne Simard and Claudette teaming up. Arnprior’s Denyse Tripp and Marilyn took home silver, and bronze went to Calabogie’s Glenda McKay and Mary-ann Christman.

Simard says it is always nice playing pickleball and meeting new people.

“What was neat is you have to play everyone in the men’s division and the mixed because there is not enough teams,” said Simard.

“So you are challenged and you have to keep it competitive but you are having fun. The sport is worth it if you have a smile on your face.”

The group hopes there are more players for the senior games next year. They play at the Renfrew Armouries every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 1 p.m. For more information, email Don Strachan: donstrachan@sympatico. ca.

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I believe that all things happen for a reason, and it was truly a blessing that my husband and I accidentally stumbled across Renfrew 10 years ago and chose to call it home. This town has been such a wonderful place, always warm, welcoming and accepting. It has been a lovely place to start a family and begin to raise our boys.

We will never forget this!

I wish to say a huge thank you to all my clients. You are all the reason I love being a massage therapist! Many of you have followed me to two alternative locations and waited for me to return after maternity leaves. I have spent little on advertising, as word of mouth has been the most valuable. I am extremely grateful for your continued support and allowing me to treat you. I can only hope that our paths will cross again in the future.

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Golf

Getting you back on the greens

Dragonfly Golf Links recognizes long-standing employees sary this year.

It is hard to believe that what was supposed General manager, Dragonfly Golf Links to be a driving range and RV park in 1997 has I hope everyone had a great Canada Day cel- turned into a beautiful 18-hole golf course that’s a source of pride to owner Terry McLaughlin, ebration.

Dragonfly is also celebrating a big anniver- employees, volunteers and hundreds (thouBILL RAINBOTH

sands?) of patrons.

One proud member of the Dragonfly team is James (Jimmy) McLaren, who has been a general labourer here since 2005.

Then there is Lorne Chapeski, who has been keeping the fairways of Dragonfly in top shape since 2003.

Rob (Sparky) Peever has been the right-hand man to the superintendent since 1999.

The only man with more experience is the superintendent himself, Donald (Donny) Valdock.

Donny was hired by Rob and Joy Lanyon, the original owners of Dragonfly, in 1996.

Donny’s eyes light up when he talks about all the great people he has worked with over the years.

Dragonfly is eternally grateful to the gentlemen mentioned above.

Here’s hoping they will see us through another 20 years!

Our men’s and ladies’ intersectional teams have been established after completing our final qualifier on Sunday, June 25.

Notable scores came from ladies’ low gross winner Christine O’Hara and low net winner Pam McFarlane.

On the men’s side, Rob White took low net, and Jonah O’Connor challenged for the course

record, shooting a stellar score 67 – 5 under par was more than good enough to take the low gross.

Ladies’ League was washed out this week so our league report will be limited to Men’s League.

On Monday, the X-Men claimed their first victory of the season.

Billy Karras and Steve Dick were closest to the pin on #5 and #7.

The start to Tuesday’s league was hampered by rain and a thunderstorm, and the field was cut in half.

A flight winner’s were TF Custom Signs, and the Yolkowskie Hackers took B flight.

Tom “Tiger” McMillan and Steve Perry took closest to the pin.

Wednesday continued its streak of good weather, and attracted a full field.

For the second week in a row, Home Health and Medical Supplies took A flight with the lowest score of the week.

The Skunk Alley Boys had a stellar round of their own to take B flight.

Taking his 5th closest to the pin of the season was Tom Hyland, (who will now be asked to swing left-handed), and Jesse Guyea was closest on #7. Congrats to all!

Conditions fantastic at RGC KEVIN SEBULSKI General manager, Renfrew Golf Club

As another rainy month comes to an end

Submitted (OK, Mother Nature, that’s enough) I want to

Donny Valdock, Dragonfly’s “Super” superintendent, has been at Dragonfly Golf Links since the beginning. Rob (Sparky) Peever started in 1999. Lorne Chapeski in 2003, and James (Jimmy) Mclaren, centre, has been at the club since 2005. Dragonfly is in debt to these longest tenured employees. They have worked through drought, flood, heat and cold. They have seen Dragonfly evolve from nothing more than a humble idea, to a source of pride for her staff, patrons, ownership, and the greater Renfrew area.

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commend Renfrew Golf Club’s (RGC) fantastic golf course maintenance team, led by our super superintendent Dave Wilson.

Our golf course is in the best June shape ever!

Our fairways and rough are lush and always cut.

Our greens, even with all the rain, are cut and rolled daily.

Our bunkers are raked and our cart paths are being graded on an almost-daily basis.

And no matter how much rain we receive, Dave and his team ensure we are able to use golf carts.

Not all golf courses can say that this year, but RGC can.

RGC is fortunate that we are built on sand.

All the rain goes right through the soil.

We are never soaked, which means your feet stay dry and you can use a golf cart if you wish.

Thank you, Dave and team for the terrific job you are doing this year!

Unfortunately with all the rain Thursday, men’s day was cancelled.

But our ladies were able to have their second Shotgun Social of the season Tuesday night.

Our Shotgun Social mixes members and guests in a fun par-3 format followed by dinner after golf.

Mary Ann Abrams won the par-3 contest

with a score of 29.

It was our ladies’ rec league who finished their two-week play with Captain’s Crew winning A Flight with a score of 161, followed by Sunlifers at 164.

In B Flight, Annie’s Angels had the low score for the two weeks with a 155 so they are heading to A Flight along with Aikenheads Achin’ Heads.

A new team for us this year, the Par-Tee Girls, won C Flight with a score of 170 and will be joined by Beside the Green in B Flight for at least the next two weeks.

And the Dirty Birdies are out of D Flight with a great score of 163 and they’ll be joined by Dolls with Balls.

Weekly winners were Mary-Lou Joyce, Julia Shannon, Evelyn Miller and Christine O’Hara on June 21 and Karen Crozier, Nancy Rouselle, Bonnie Thompson and Jaymee Bond on June 28.

Now that school is finished for the season, it’s a good time to remind everyone about how RGC grows the game of golf in Renfrew and area and how we promote a healthy lifestyle to our youth.

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Tee-up the tunes tourney July 15 Finnigan’s Roadhouse is set to host their famous Tee-Up the Tunes Golf Tournament in support of Renfrew and Area Health Services Village.

The event is teed up for July 15 but golfers must register by July 7.

The tournament, at the Renfrew Golf Club, costs $80 per person or $60 for members.

It starts with a cocktail hour and registration at noon, at 1 p.m. is an 18-hole shotgun scramble with a cart, course games with live music, prizes, raffle, auction, 50/50, a barbecue dinner and bus transportation to Finnigan’s.

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90th BIRTHDAY The family of Erva Rivington request the pleasure of your company in celebrating Mom’s 90th Birthday Sunday, July 9th 1:30-4:00 p.m. at the Kinburn Community Centre Kinburn, ON Best Wishes Only

Graduated with Honours and will attend Queen's University for his Bachelor of Science.

IN MEMORIAM

Walter & Agnes Narezny

ROCHON, LUCIEN “LOU”

(Retired TA Touchless Carwash, Arnprior) Peacefully at the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital with loved ones by his side on Thursday, June 1st, 2017; Lucien Roger Rochon of Arnprior passed away following a lengthy illness. He was 67.

Beloved husband of Eileen (née Dunne).

Dearly loved father of Christine Rochon (Paul Laprise), Christopher Rochon and Thomas Rochon and cherished “Grandpa” of Tiana and Olivia. Dear brother of Lucille Moloughney (Alfie), Denis and Jean-Guy Rochon. Special brother-in-law of Michael Dunne (Janice) and Mary McKenzie (Colin). Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Mass to be celebrated in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Braeside on Saturday morning, July 8th, 2017 at 11 o’clock.

A luncheon will follow. In memory of Lou, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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Mom & Dad

Remembering you is easy, Missing you is the hardest part.

With all the love in our hearts, You will walk with us forever.

Your children & their families

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FOR RENT

Her father’s little princess, Her mother’s baby girl, Her sister’s greatest confidante, Her brother’s cultured pearl.

A loving, caring, smiling girl.

A beauty from the start, The music she loved, her dearest friend, a country girl at heart.

Life is like the giant waves, That dip and curl and spin, We sometimes get caught up in that, and feel we just can’t win.

Why did those waves take her away?

I guess we’ll never know.

She had built a wall around herself, And let her troubles grow.

And now she’s in a greater place, In God’s loving gracious arms, An angel watching over us, A precious, priceless charm.

Share your special moments with your friends and our readers with an announcement in Social Notes.

In loving memory of a dear husband Les McNulty April 15, 1931 – July 6, 2015 In think of you every day, And miss you more than words can say, Gone but not forgotten.

Love Donna

Gerry Blair & Son Firewood, All hardwood Cut, split and delivered

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IN MEMORIAM

Hunter Safety/Canadian Fire-arms Courses and exams held once a month at Carp. Call Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.

Forever in our hearts Bud XOXO Janice, Harry, Jen and Kate

2 BEDROOM APARTMENT main floor house, Ferguslea Rd, Ideal for couple, $1000/month utilities included. Available August 1st, 613-558-0195 252 John St N, Arnprior, 2 blocks south of hospital, 2-bedroom, $815, August 1st, renovated, non-smoking, clean, quiet, secure, parking, locker, fridge, stove, hood fan, eat-in kitchen, dining/living room, www.ovrentals.ca, 613-266-4832

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Love Mom, Dad, Cassie, Geoff and Family

Hard to believe it has been 15 years, Since we looked into those big brown eyes Or seen that beautiful smile and that’s why: Nothing can ever take away The love a heart holds dear Fond memories linger every day Remembrance keeps you near May the winds of love blow softly And whisper so you’ll hear; We will always love and miss you And wish that you were here

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ARNPRIOR ALWAYS CLEAN, MODERN Secure 1&2 Bedroom apts. on First Avenue.

Fridge, stove, parking incl. Discounts for mature tenants.

623-8537 after 6pm BACHELOR APT FOR RENT, $550/month, heat and hydro included, center town Renfrew, Call 10am 5 pm Tuesday - Saturday 613-432-6434

BUMPER CROP COMING ON FAST CALL TO CONFIRM PICKING DATES AND TIMES

HUYERS PRODUCE SPRING TOWN

613-432-6554 A COMPETITIVE PRICE ON STEEL ROOFING IN STOCK - 29ga, Various colours,soffit & fascia Windows: REBAR, skylight sheets, custom trim. barn/door track & trolleys.

Nails & Screws.

Storage Sheds. Come see us for a price. Levi Weber, 2126 Stone Rd., RR#2 Renfrew

HOUSE FOR RENT, ARNPRIOR, 2 storey brick double garage, $1500/month +utilities, Available Immediately, 613-784-9456

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Rifle for sale, Browning, BAR 270, tip off scope 4 to 12 2 magazines, 2 boxes of shells, leather sling, hard shell case price $1000. ph 613-831-3789

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1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS FOR RENT IN RENFREW & COBDEN • Ground floor to 3rd floor units • Mature buildings • Pet friendly • Elevator access • Bachelor units Please call office to set up a viewing McGrimmon Holdings, 914 Gillan Road, Renfrew

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Commercial Cleaning Company requires a part time evening cleaner for an Arnprior manufacturer.

Couples are also welcome.

Sun to Thursday 5:00-900pm (couples 2 hrs each in timeframe). $13.00/hr. CPIC required.

TOWNHOUSE for rent in Send resume to: ottawathe prestigious Hunter custodians@gmail.com.

Gate subdivision. 2+1 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, ac, all appliances, partial finished basement, fenced in landscaped back yard.

UNIVERSE Available now. For more CHILDREN’S information contact DAYCARE, Hours 6:30 5:45, 3 months-12 years.

613-432-6965 FT/PT and Drop In’s. Price matching/ Sibling DisTwo Bedroom Apartment count, 613-622-1212 or in Arnprior. Clean, quiet visit http://www.childrens building.

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CAR FOR SALE, 1956 Meter Niagara, 4 door, V8, standard, runs excellent, asking $8500. Open to best offers, you can drive it home. 613-756-1079

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LARGE BRIGHT

1&2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS WITH BALCONIES ON 2nd & 3rd FLOORS WALK OUT PATIO ON GROUND FLOOR

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RENFREW One bedroom apartment, 3rd floor, private home, free wi-fi, $750/month, electricity and water extra, Call Dr. Ronald Lavinge’s at 613-432-0242

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YANTHA, ANNIE (NEE PEPLINSKIE)

Peacefully at the Elisabeth Bruyere Hospital in Ottawa on Thursday morning, June 29th, 2017; Annie Rose Yantha; formerly of Arnprior, Fitzroy Harbour and Cobden, passed away at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Henry Yantha (2001). Dearly loved mother of Rose Marie O’Grady (Jim) of Brampton; Theresa “Terry” Holliday of Ottawa; Barbara Gutz (Ken) of Fitzroy Harbour; Lorraine Yantha of Ottawa; Kathy Willbond (Pat) of Carleton Place and Chris Yantha (Denise) of Ottawa. Predeceased by a son, Harold. Cherished “Grandma” of 10 and “Great-Grandma” of 9. Dear sister of Rose Soper and Esther Peplinskie, both of Ottawa. Predeceased by her parents: Anthony and Rose (nee Wazinskie) Peplinskie; her 3 brothers: Peter, Paul and Anthony as well as 3 sisters: Sally Yeretch, Jean and Florence Peplinskie. A kind and gentle soul, Annie will be remembered as a woman of amazing faith and generosity.

Friends payed their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Friday evening, June 30th from 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Saturday morning, July 1st from 8:30 until 9:15. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in her beloved St. John Chrysostom Church, Arnprior on Saturday morning at 10 o’clock. Interment took place at St. Pius X Parish Cemetery, Osceola.

In memory of Annie, please consider a donation to the St. John Chrysostom Church Memorial Fund.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

IN MEMORIAM

RYAN, Stephanie

SONNENBURG In loving memory of our cherished nephew and cousin, Ty. Tragically taken from us on July 02, 2002.

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For listing and pictures see www.theauctionhunt.com Terms: Cash or Good Cheque

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Auctioneer: Jim Beere 613-326-1722

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WORK WANTED

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613-899-7269.

CUSTODIANS NEEDED for residential and commercial cleaning. Email resume to llehto@sympatico.ca or mail to Box 271, Eganville ON K0A 1T0

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One of the Ottawa Valley’s fastest growing domestic dealership is looking for a QUALIFIED individual in our Sales and Leasing Department.

OMVIC certified is a huge asset as we are very busy and require immediate sales approval and enrollment.

MUST BE CUSTOMER FOCUSED, energetic and willing to look after people in a professional manner.

MUST be a team player and willing and eager to do the “extras” that make customer service great.

Must be organized and professional in appearance and manners.

Must have a passion for the automotive industry and a sincere desire to make a career of this position.

Must possess a valid Ontario driver’s license and provide a clean abstract.

This is NOT a commission position; it is a modified salary position with an increasing pay scale with unit production and excellence in customer service.

Company benefits are offered to the successful applicant after a satisfactory probation period has been achieved.

Reply in confidence to: Excellence in Automotive Sales Box H, c/o The Renfrew Mercury, 35 Opeongo Rd, Renfrew ON, K7V 2T2 Or email to valleysalespro@gmail.com

On June 9 the residents of Quail Creek Retirement Home, Bonnechere Manor, Groves Park Lodge and the Renfrew Victoria Hospital all came together for a Fancy Hat Tea Party held at Quail Creek. The residents were entertained by Roxy Swan who sang and played flute.

The residents were treated to plates of goodies and served with china tea cups and saucers. Prizes of a paper teacup filled with candies were awarded for the best hats.

Winners were: Most Elegant Hat – Bette Martin from the Manor; Smallest Hat – Janet Wyatt from Quail Creek; Largest Hat – Jeanne Joynt from the Manor and left is the Most Comical Hat – Bernice Lyon from Groves Park Lodge.

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Everything must go, Yard sale instead of an Auction.

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GARAGE SALE, Home Workshop power & hand tools and more. Cash only.

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LARGE YARD SALE, Saturday July 8, 8 am - 3 pm, 43 Green Meadow Rd over Madawaska Bridge, off White Lake Rd. Furniture, household, garden, toys, children’s clothing, and more.

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Saturday, July 8th. 8 am - 12 noon. 19, 23, 28 & 32 Wolff Crescent, Arnprior Rain date - July 15

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Job Title: Inside Sales Representative, Full Time Division: Metroland East, 65 Lorne Street, Smiths Falls, ON, K7A 3T1 THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for an individual interested in an Inside Sales Representative position in our Smiths Falls office.

The qualified candidate must be a team player, deadline driven, self-motivated, positive personality and must strive for excellent customer service. Experience in marketing, sales and working in an office environment is an asset. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites and Adobe Reader is required.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES • Create and implement new inside sales features with a multimedia approach • Prospecting, selling, follow up order entry, artwork design and proofing to final customer satisfaction • Making a minimum of 100 calls per day initially until a solid client list is developed • Prospect and develop accounts by researching local businesses and advertisers’ marketing by utilizing competing publications, social media, digital products, and any dormant accounts • As part of this role, you will be required to handle credit card information. Metroland Media is PCI compliant company, and requires people in this role to take PCI training to handle cards in a safe and compliant manner WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR • Degree or Diploma in Business, Marketing or in related field • Minimum 1 year of experience in both sales and customer service • Experience with implementing sales and marketing practices across a broad spectrum of platforms • Strong customer focus with excellent sales presentation skills • Self-starter with the determination to be successful and possess the ability to work with and exceed targets • Effective communication, both written and verbal and a competent listener • Excellent organizational and time management skills • Ability to make quality decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment • Creative thinker that is comfortable with learning on the fly OUR AODA COMMITMENT Metroland is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Metroland will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.

If this sounds like a fit for you please apply by July 11, 2017.

Internal Candidates: apply to our internal posting portal on MyMetNet under My Career.

External Candidates: apply to https://careersen-metroland.icims.com.

Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Title: Pre-Press Composing Operator, Temporary Full Time Division: Metroland East, 65 Lorne Street, Smiths Falls, ON, K7A 3T1 THE OPPORTUNITY The Production department in Smiths Falls currently has an opening for a temporary full time maternity leave position in our publishing prepress team.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES • Assist Sales Representatives and customers to develop effective Ad copy.

• Support Sales Representatives to submit Ad copy, illustrations and photography for Ad assembly.

• Ensure accuracy of basic layout design and inputting of Ad orders in system.

• Scan necessary documents to submit layouts or other required materials to build Ads. • Ensure proper turnaround time for Ads by meeting specified production and order entry deadlines.

• Liaise with AESB system and off-site ad builders for the effective and timely completion of advertising needs.

• Produce ads for retail, Real Estate and Classified advertising clients.

• Tactfully handle customer complaints and provide creative advertising solutions.

• Submit electronically or manually mark-up and revision comments into the AESB system for processing.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR • Degree or Diploma in Advertising or in a related field.

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in similar or related position.

• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, PBS software and Microsoft Suite.

• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve using analytical and technical thinking.

• Ability to excel and make quality decisions in a fast-paced, deadline driven and demanding environment with strong attention to detail.

• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with team members and management.

• Strong written and verbal communication and competent listener.

• Effective organizational skills, ability to manage time and prioritize tasks appropriately.

OUR AODA COMMITMENT Metroland is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Metroland will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.

If this sounds like a fit for you please apply by July 11, 2017.

Internal Candidates: apply to our internal posting portal on MyMetNet under My Career.

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Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Posting

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Classifieds Get Results!

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Renfrew Duplicate Bridge Club celebrates Canada’s 150 at Ma-Te-Way MIKE NAGRODSKI

What a day! The Renfrew Bridge Club wanted to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday by having 150 people play bridge.

So, they sent out invitations far and wide encouraging players to come ...and come they most certainly did: from Deep River, Pembroke, Denbigh, Eganville, Quebec, Almonte, and Arnprior. Well over 150 contract and duplicate bridge players turned out for the morning and/or afternoon sessions. The organizing committee has to be commended for their hard work in planning, preparing, and organizing such a large event. A job very well done indeed!

Due to the large numbers, the duplicate players were broken into two sections: A and C. Congratulations to all the June 28 winners: Morning: North — South — Section A: FOR SALE

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1: Dan Baran — Randi Huus 2: Janet Osborne — Brenda MacPhee 3: Cameron Felhaber — Anne Smith Morning: East — West — Section A: 1: Elgin Duke — Eleanor Thompson 2: Alison Maclean — Marjorie Bain 3: Suzanne Caldwell — Sue Phillips Morning: North — South — Section C: 1: Mieke Mahood — Judy Purdy 2: Jim Stevenson — Carl Hager 3: Sharon Sewter — Tom Sewter Morning: East — West — Section C: 1: Helmut Pattner — John Lloyd (75 per cent — wow!)

2: Sheila Perras — Irene Churchill 3: Carolyn Moore — Terry Walsh Contract Bridge: Morning Session: FOR SALE

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1: Judy Coleman — Barbara Cheadle 2: Wayne Hampel — Kate Lloyd 3: Marg Downey -Sylvia Wilcox Afternoon: North — South — Section A: 1: Mike Nagrodski — Ted Ambridge 2: Lew MacDonald — Ed McCann 3: Barb Haydock — Margaret Leach Afternoon: East — West — Section A:1: Rick Duncan — Leanne Cheliak 2: Elgin Duke — Eleanor Thompson 3: Marjorie Bain — Alison MaSubmitted clean More than 160 players came out to play bridge at the Ma-Te-Way ActivAfternoon: North — South — Secity Centre on June 28. tion C: 1: William Buttle — Linda Buttle 1: Helmut Pattner — John Lloyd 1: Wayne Hampel — Kate Lloyd 2: Ruth Grant — Mary McCann 2: Sheila Perras — Irene Churchill 2: Margaret McManus — Eva Mc3: Sandy Towner — Ian Towner 3: Pat Coderre — John Coderre Manus Afternoon: East — West — Section Contract Bridge: Afternoon Ses3: Marilyn Prud’homme — Carole C: sion: Valin FOR SALE

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Catholic board staffing changes Student safety, wellness and equity highlight RCCDSB’s 2017—18 budget The Renfrew County Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce further appointments for the upcoming school year.

Sally Douglas, previously cited as the new vice-principal of Our Lady of Sorrows in Petawawa, will now become the vice-principal at Bishop Smith Catholic High School (BSCHS) in Pembroke.

Ryan Kranz, acting vice-principal and special education teacher at St. Joseph’s Elementary School in Arnprior, becomes .5 vice-principal and .5 special education at Our Lady of Sorrows in Petawawa.

Katie Scott, currently a teacher at BSCHS, will become .5 vice-principal and .5 special education at St. Joseph’s in Arnprior. Pam Dickerson, also a teacher at BSCHS, will

Auction Sale Saturday July 8 at 10:00 a.m. for

J.R. (Bob) Clarke

118 Augsburg Rd, Eganville, Ont

In the Village of Eganville, turn at BMO onto Augsburg Rd, follow to sale, signs posted.

A tiq e desk with drawers; Ca terb ry side table; chesterfield; ship & airplane prints; pressback arm chair; set of 8 Wellesley Wedgewood dishes; good quality home furnishings; assort of h seh ld items; HP E vy 5530 pri ter; 35mm Reflex camera equipment; garden tools; glass top patio table; assort hand & electric tools; jointer; table saw; drill press; GUNS: PAL req ired t p rchase s; E field 1863 Cr w VT BSA; Edward Midlet m zzle l ad d ble barrel sh t ; Sava e 22 rifle; Cr sma 130 22 cal. air pist l; a tiq es; a tiq e w

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Go to prestoncull.com for full listing & pictures.

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become the vice-principal at St. Joseph’s High School in Renfrew.

Katie Edwards-Ethier, organizational unit head and special education resource teacher at BSCHS, will become the acting viceprincipal and .5 special education at St. Anthony’s in Chalk River.

Similarly, T.J. O’Grady, music and dance itinerant teacher, will be .5 Acting principal and .5 special education at Our Lady of Grace, Westmeath.

Anne Marie Landon, acting principal and special education for the 201617 school year at George Vanier Catholic School in Combermere has accepted principalship there.

“This completes the RCCDSB principal and vice-principal staffing process for the upcoming school year. On behalf of the board’s senior administration team, I congratulate these new and redeployed school administrators and wish them the best in their new leadership roles,” said Michele Arbour, director of education.

Safe, healthy, faith-based schools that encourage individual achievement, as well as equity and inclusiveness, are the focus for the Renfrew County Catholic District School Board’s 2017—2018 budget.

“The board is committed to providing a distinctive Catholic curriculum that seeks to nurture the giftedness, self-worth and potential of each student, while aligning with Ministry of Education goals,” said board chair Dave Howard as he presented the new budget at Monday night’s board meeting.

“This budget puts funding where it is most needed to provide the best education possible for all students across our Catholic education system.”

Howard also pointed out that the school board is maintaining its enrolment numbers, which indicates “our success in responding to our communities’ needs.”

He added that the new budget complies with Ministry of Education guidelines to keep the board’s projected deficit, which will be covered by board surpluses, at no more than one per cent of its $68 million budget.

The board’s theme for 2017—2018, according to Howard, is to “sustain safe school environments characterized by warmth, hospitality, good humour and joy, as well as ensuring students reach their full potential.” The board also will continue working on its 2016—2017 theme “to make a difference as faithfilled community builders,” he added.

In order to align mental health and wellness priorities with safe schools programming, Howard said the board has realigned these priorities under one supervisory officer to better streamline our ef-

forts. In addition, the board is using $600,000 from the Ministry of Education to enhance staffing and support programs. It also is investing approximately $800,000 in special education in addition to the funding model, as well as a dedicated teaching position reporting to a supervisory officer to lead indigenous education programming.

“We are very proud of the high quality of professionalism among our teachers, educational assistants, early childhood educators and all support staff,” Howard added. “They provide our students with rich, challenging programs in safe, caring, joyfilled classrooms and schools, while nurturing their individual giftedness and personal interests.”

Mathematics remains a top academic priority in line with Ministry of Education goals, Howard said.

“Strategies to strengthen classroom teaching and professional development are key elements of the budget, as are investments in learning technology to ensure that the board keeps pace with 21st century teaching and learning techniques,” Howard said.

A total of $2.5 million will be spent on capital projects, according to Howard, for updates to windows and exterior doors on some schools, as well as installing electronic signs, a heat pump at one school, and electric upgrades at two other schools.

Space pressures in the Renfrew-Arnprior family of schools will also be reviewed and addressed, Howard noted.

Funds for new energy-efficient components in board buildings will be allocated appropriately throughout the county to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Entertainment came by way of goat during a visit to the neighbours Evelyn wasn’t the most popular girl at the Northcote School.

She wasn’t unpopular, either.

She was just there, minding her own business, doing exactly what Miss Crosby asked of her, and always had her homework done, and her desk drawer in perfect order.

Evelyn wasn’t much of a talker, either. So, although we knew her family as neighbours, I knew little about what Evelyn did at home.

Did she play with dolls? Did she have a pet cat, or a pet chicken like I did?

I knew she worked hard at the farm, an only child with no brothers to help with chores.

But, what Evelyn did at home for fun, I didn’t know — until the day I was invited to her farm on a warm Saturday to play.

I was thrilled beyond words.

Finally, I would find out what my schoolmate did when she wasn’t at school.

Like our farm, there was a long lane off the Northcote Side Road, and Father took me over in the buggy and dropped me off at the gate leading into the barnyard.

Mother sent some sticky buns, as was the custom then.

Mary Cook’s Memories MARY COOK

When one visited for the first time, a jar of jam or some other little treat went with you.

Evelyn was waiting for me at the gate, and she led me right to the kitchen to say hello to her mother and hand over the sticky buns.

When we went outside, I was impressed to see that Evelyn had a playhouse, filled with a makebelieve stove and real little table and chairs.

This little playhouse was right outside the summer kitchen, and Evelyn said she often had her lunch out there, which to me was right up there with a trip to the movies on a Saturday night.

Imagine, eating your lunch in your very own little playhouse.

Then, Evelyn looked up at the summer kitchen roof, and in a voice that sounded as mad as a hatter’s, yelled at the top of her lungs, “Buster, you get off that

roof this minute.”

There, on the very top of the summer kitchen, was a goat — almost the size of a pony.

It just glared down at Evelyn, stomped its front foot, and looked like it defied anyone brave enough to challenge it.

How it got on the roof was beyond me.

“You heard me, Buster. Get off the roof.”

She grabbed a branch on the ground, which looked to me like it was always at hand to deal with the goat, which seemed to have a mind of its own.

She swung the branch over her head in the air. “He’s already torn the shingles off one side of the house, and my father said if I couldn’t control him, he was going to sell him to the butcher in Renfrew.”

Well, Buster either knew of the threat over his head or he didn’t

trust Evelyn with the branch.

He made one leap and landed on all fours in front of us. Then, he turned his back on Evelyn, made a snort and kicked her with his back feet, sending her sprawling — and then the chase was on.

The two of them tore around the barnyard like two maniacs in a race for survival.

Every time Evelyn got near Buster, he raised his hind legs and defied her to come any closer.

It was obvious this wasn’t the first time Buster and Evelyn met horns.

Finally, Buster ran toward a back field, and Evelyn very carefully put the branch right back where it was when the fight began, ready for the next challenge with the goat.

I asked Evelyn how Buster got onto the roof. She said she had no idea, and neither did anyone else.

No one knew how he managed the leap, and she lost count of the times the goat did it. She thought he took a running leap when no one was around, and her father said the goat was too smart for its own good, and if one more shingle was ever seen on the ground, Buster would be taking the trip into Renfrew in

the truck.

During my short visit, I heard that Evelyn’s pet cat never left the barn since one day Buster kicked it about 10 feet into the air. I asked her if she considered Buster a pet.

We were eating cookies in her playhouse.

“I did when he was little.

But, not anymore.

And if he gives me one

more kick like that last one, I’ll help Pop load him into the truck myself.”

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10. Fermenting vat 11. News organization 12. Paddle 13. Agent in alchemy 15. Small amount 16. Wholeness 19. Suppliers 21. Type of head pain 23. Canadian province 24. Jiminy is one 25. Shelf 26. Diarist Frank 27. Honored 30. Boat race 34. Cash machine 35. Linguistic theory (abbr.)

36. Highway material 41. Gracefully slender 45. Not often found

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, allow time for others to process a big announcement you recently made. Patience is something you will need this week.

Viewing things from others’ points of view will help.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Very little that is holding you back this week, Taurus. You realize you can do anything that you set your mind to. Use this power wisely in the next few days.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 It’s the little things that make you happy this week, Gemini. Taking time to laugh with friends or enjoying a quiet dinner with family is just the thing to elicit a smile.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, lately life has been busier than ever before, but you can handle it. Go with the flow for a little while and wait for things to settle down.

46. Baghdad is its capital 47. Deriving from Asia 50. Large, veterinary pills 54. Boxer 55. Give the right to 56. Iranian city 57. Body part 59. A citizen of Iraq 60. Australian bird 61. Consume 62. A basketball hoop has one 63. Bar bill 64. Not wet 65. Midway between east and southeast

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 You never need to remember all of the details when you speak the truth, Leo. Be as forthcoming as possible this week, and remember the truth shall set you free.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Avoid using back channels to communicate, Virgo. If you want something to go a particular way, be straightforward with those who might be affected.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, do not delegate to others what you can clearly do yourself.

Now is not the time to take shortcuts. Everything needs your stamp of approval.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, being the go-to person can sometimes be tiring. Many people lean on you for advice or to get things done. Consider it an honor.

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SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Handle your to-do list one task at a time, Sagittarius. This way you will not become overwhelmed by everything on it. Take frequent breaks if the workload gets to be too much.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, if it has been some time since you spoke to someone after a quarrel, don’t allow too much time to pass before extending an olive branch. Take the initiative.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you have been making many healthy changes as of late and it’s important to keep that momentum going. Some hurdles will be tougher than others, but stick with it.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 You have to walk before you can run, Pisces. Do not let the slower pace get you down. You will reach the finish line soon enough.

37. Coin of ancient Greece 38. Place to clean oneself 39. One of the Great Lakes 40. Ruled 41. State of being free 42. Fe 43. Soup cracker 44. Escorts 47. Credit term 48. Institute legal proceedings against 49. Put within 51. New Jersey is one 52. Red deer 53. Type of whale 58. Swiss river

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Local events and happenings over the coming weeks — free to non-profit organizations Fax: 613-432-6689, E-mail: tlepack@metroland.com Buckaroos (Kentucky-Indiana, Fri. & Sat.); The Spinney Brothers (Nova Scotia, Sat. & Sun.); Ray Legere & Grasstic Measures (New Brunswick, Fri. & Sat.); Rhyme ‘n’ Reason (Ontario, Sat. & Sun.); The Dick Smith/ Mike O’Reilly Band (Virginia-Canada, Sat. & Sun.); Bill White & White Pine (Kingston, , Fri. & Sun.); Beeton Creek Rising (Fri. & Sat.); County Road 44 (Fri. & Sat.); CR5 Bluegrass (Fri. & Sat.) Family oriented festival. Food and Craft vendors. Shade/Rain tents. Bring your lawn chair. Ticket info 613-4329084. Festival site 613-432-5000. www. valleybluegrass.ca.

The deadline for submissions is noon Friday. The Mercury community calendar is a free service for not-for-profit groups. Include a daytime contact name and phone number for clarification. No posters, please.

EVERY SATURDAY Renfrew Farmers’ Market at the fair grounds Saturdays at 8 a.m. ‘till noon.

Fresh produce now arriving-beets, peas, spinach, salad greens, etc. strawberries, pies, sweet breads, chocolate treats, preserves; plus honey and interesting crafts; frozen meats-beef, lamb, & now pork. All from your local valley farmers.

JULY 14

JULY 5

Make it a day at the Golden Age Activity Centre. Fitness class at 11 a.m. followed at noon with a toasted tomato sandwich lunch $5 which includes singing entertainment by Jan Roberts at 1 p.m.

Music in Centennial Park, Eganville, 7 p.m. with Dave Soulier (solo) and Limited Edition (fiddlers)

JULY 6 AND 20 Find the Hidden Job Market! Drop in to Employment Networks or call 613432-3424 to register for our free Job Search Success info session from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

REGISTER BY JULY 7 Finnigan’s Roadhouse presents Tee-Up The Tunes golf tournament on July 15 at the Renfrew Golf Club. Cost is $80 per person or $60 per member with all proceeds going to the Renfrew and Area Health Services Village. To register call 613-432-8982.

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JULY 15 TO 16 Submitted Renfrew’s annual Art in the Park is back at Haramis Park Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Check out Ottawa Valley’s local artiThe 25th Teddy Bear Picnic at Renfrew Victoria Hospital was held Saturday, June 17. Over 200 bears were sans and their exceptional creations admitted and triaged at the Bear Ambulatory Surgical Hospital tent. Participants were treated at various from sculptures to paintings and much stations: Ontario Provincial Police Ident-A-Kid; dental; optometrist; audiologist; lab and x-ray and phar- more. Fun for the whole family and macy. Participants could decorate their own cookie, make a craft and were given a small jar of honey to the kids zone.

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celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Picnic. Kids could put their name in the Honey Pot in order to win a prize. All prizes for the past 25 years have been donated by Scott and Sons Hardware. This year’s winners JULY 15 are as follows: left to right: Ella Fridgen, Roxanne Nolan (organizer), Luke Holmes, Parker Muselak, Paisley Horton Community Centre 1005 CastlMuselak and Josh and Jake Arbour. In back: Paul Scott (Scott & Sons Hardware). Missing from photo is: Mi- eford Rd. Volleyball, washer toss and ley Gogolin and Owen vanLindenberg. ultimate Frisbee tournament starts at

JULY 10 TO 24

to register for our free Social Media Summer Art camps in Burnstown. Teen workshop from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Drawing and Polymer clay steampunk sculpture July 24 - July 28, Ages: 14 JULY 11, 18 AND 25 Smart Serve Certification. Call Employ- - 18 Limit of 8 students per session Champlain Seniors +55 Euchre and Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more ment Networks on 613-432-3424 Floor Shuffleboard held at the RCAF information and to register call: 613to register for our 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Wing in Renfrew, at 1 p.m. Pot luck 433-3274 Facebook: Burnstown art session. the first Tuesday of the month. No workshops website: www.burnstown- experience necessary. For more info The Golden Age Activity Centre is hav- arts.ca Announcement board at: The call 613-432-4828.

Neat Cafe. ing strawberry shortcake for $6 at 1 p.m. This includes entertainment with JULY 12, 26, AUG. 2, 9 AND 16 Rick Leben.

JULY 10, 11 AND AUGUST 9,10 Line Dancers: Improver level classes at Summer Reading Club at The Admas- Ma-te-way Activity Centre, Renfrew. ton/Bromley Public Library in Douglas. Wednesday nights; 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

JULY 9 $20 prepaid for all five weeks. Portion Each morning from 10 a.m. to noon Goshen Cemetery Decoration Service of fee will be donated to support the at 2 p.m. Rev. Milton Fraser presiding. we’ll make crafts, play games, sing Humane Society. Call Val @ 613-623songs, and read stories based on this Rain or Shine, please bring a lawn 7110 to register. year’s theme, O’Canada. Children chair. ages four to 10 are welcome to attend this free program. Keep checking our JULY 12 TO AUG. 30 The July Valley Singles Lunch will be Facebook page or the library’s website Dance like they do in Nashville! Lift held at The Gourmet Restaurant in for registration forms and updates.

Carleton Place at 1 p.m. For info conyour spirits and boot it on over to tact Pat at (613) 622-5693 or Johanna www.admastonbromleylibrary.com or Heels and Boots Couples’ classes at info@admastonbromleylibrary.com at (613) 432-7622.

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Eight sessions 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost Ross Presbyterian Cemetery Decora$10 drop-in per couple or $64 total JULY 10 AND JULY 31 tion Service at 2 p.m. (1847 Kerr Line) Google Yourself! It could make or pre-paid, save $16. Portion of fee will There are no washroom facilities on break your chance to land a job. Call be donated to the Renfrew Golden site. Available for sale: Ross Church Age Activity Center. To register, call Employment Networks 613-432-3424 Music in Centennial Park, Eganville, 7 p.m. with Peter Saffery Gospel Band Group and Young Country.

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JULY 12

10 a.m. Cost $50 per team. Deadline to enter July 10, barbecue lunch will be available to purchase. Contact Kathleen 613 433 3303 or Tina to register 613 433-6317

Second Career is a re-training program designed for laid-off, unemployed On- JULY 16 tarians. Join Employment Networks’ Dacre Cemetery decoration Day. For free info session 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Call more information contact 613-649613-432-3424.

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JULY 13 AND 27 You don’t get a second chance to make a good first impression! Drop in to Employment Networks or call 613432-3424 to register for our free Ace the Interview info session from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

JULY 13-16, 2017

Rag Rug Crochet Class with Valerie Miller at the Horton Community Centre 1005 Castleford Rd. Renfrew, Cost is $5 per person bring three cotton sheets and a sharp pair of scissors.

Crochet hook not required for the first class from 10 a.m. to noon.

The Golden Age Activity Centre has Valley Bluegrass Festival, 408 Castleford Road, (County Rd. 20). Bands ap- fitness class at 11 a.m. Spend the pearing are: Dave Parmley & Cardinal afternoon playing games, bid euchre Tradition (Tennessee-Kentucky, Sat. & and crokinole. For info call: 613-4318289 Sun.); Feller & Hill and the Bluegrass The Renfrew Mercury - Thursday, July 6, 2017 31

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