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A joint investigation involving the Ontario Fire Marshal and the Smiths Falls Fire Department has begun into a massive fire that caused extensive damage to a 21-unit apartment complex in Smiths Falls last Friday.

Randy Normandin, Fire Prevention Officer with the Smiths Falls Fire Department who oversaw the Friday, April 28 operation at 8 Pearl St., said the cause of the blaze remains unknown at this time but noted the focus for several hours had been on extinguishing the flames and keeping them from spreading.

He said Mutual Aid was activated soon after the initial calls came in around 11:30 a.m. Friday morning.

In addition to the Smiths Falls department, firefighters from Montague, Perth, Carleton Place, Mississippi Mills, BBD&E and Beckwith were either on scene or on standby.

The fire started on the third floor of the building and spread quickly across the roof of the multi-unit complex.

Thick black smoke could be seen billowing from the top of the structure from the north side of the Rideau River and points beyond. Despite a strong northerly wind, quick work by firefighters kept the fire from spreading to nearby buildings.

Normandin confirmed there were no major injuries.

“Everybody got out,” he said.

Smiths Falls Police Staff Sgt. Rick Labelle said members of the service were first on scene. “We landed here first and started getting people out,” he said.

While none of the occupants were injured, Labelle did say two officers were taken to hospital to be treated for smoke inhalation. They have since been released, Normandin said.

Mayor Shawn Pankow reported the officers went in to Ryland Coyne/METROLAND Firefighters from the Smiths Falls Fire Department battle the mid-day blaze Friday, April rescue a woman who remained inside the burning build-

28 at 8 Pearl St. There were no major injuries sustained, and the fire crews from town and the surrounding municipalities had the blaze under control within an hour.

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Dale Horeczy and Brad Daily have a big goal this year as they host their annual Sunflower Festival for Mel’s Farm All Animal Rescue and Sanctuary.

This year’s local flavour extravaganza, to be held at the farm, 421 Kitley Line 8 in Frankville, Aug. 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., has a target of $10,000.

“That may be lofty, but we can do it with the added features this year,” Horcezy said during a meeting with Melanie Young of Mel’s Farm at the men’s property April 28.

“We’re going to have two tasting alleys because we were sold out after the first one last year,” Horeczy said.

“There will be completely different chefs for both seatings.”

“Last year we raised $1,200 from just one session, so we figured we could host two this year and invite even more chefs.”

That may be a big goal, but it’s just a drop in the bucket compared to the vet bill that Young has to pay down.

It’s currently at $40,000.

“It’s what we do,” Young explained.

“We take the animals that are sick, and no one wants — or can afford to look after. I can’t say no.”

As a result of the efforts of her team of foster, and sanctuary parents, the vet bills have increased substantially over the past few years.

“I know it’s crazy, but there are so many animals that need us,” Young said.

And because that vet bill is so high, she’s not taking in anymore animals at this time.

“I can’t do it,” she said … at least not until this bill gets knocked down.

In comes Kricklewood Farm owners with their sixth annual Sunflower Festival, which has garnered more than $25,000 in its past five years for this same cause. Last year, they raised some $6,000.

“This is by far the biggest fundrais-

er we have,” Young said. “I couldn’t do this without them.”

And it’s a labour of love.

Many volunteers make this festival such a success. Visitors will not have an opportunity to spend a day in the country in the sunflower field, but they will get a chance to see some farm animals, like Daisy the pot-bellied pig.

“Daisy came to us through Mel,” Daily said.

It’s tough for Young to find homes for the pigs, so she keeps them until she can find a foster or an adoptive family.

“Yes, Dale and Brad are ‘fostering’ her,” Young said, with an exaggerated wink.

Daisy came with a blanket and a crate and after two nights in the crate, she decided she was a barn pig.

“And she’s been waging her tail ever since,” Horcezy said.

You can also meet Charlene, who is a year old. Last year, this goat was one of a set of triplets. She had two older brothers, but had to be bottle fed because their mother didn’t have enough milk for all three of them.

“You remember Charlene,” Horeczy said. “Well, she’ll be having babies next year.”

There are some exotic chickens on the farm, and a few roosters, ducks and chickens that visitors can see and photograph in the barnyard. And there is also the big black lab, Emma, also a foster dog.

The event will feature up to 40 vendors sporting a sunflower theme; a barbecue featuring local flavours, live entertainment and a silent auction with more than 50 items.

Bruce Enloe and the Burning Sensations will provide the low key mood music to set the tone, while the tasting alley will open around 11:30 a.m. for the first round, followed at 1:30 p.m. for Round 2.

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New chefs so far this year include Chris Jestin of Cheshire Cat Pub; Laurie Anne Brennan of Noal Pantry; Nicole Leblanc of South Branch Bistro/Love My Buns, and Horeczy said they are working on many others.

The emphasis will be on local food producers and artisans, featuring artistic creations using a sunflower theme.

There will be portrait photography

by Kat Durant Photography, and selfguided tours of the sunflower fields.

For a sunflower bouquet, a donation of $10 will be requested — proceeds to the cause.

Outreach Mel’s Farm networks other shelters in area and often has fundraisers to offset costs at other rescues.

“We’re all in this together,” she said.

“We all just want to help the animals.

That’s why we’re all here doing what we do.”

Young’s farm is a virtual rescue. She doesn’t have a farm — although she said she will one day. “The sanctuary part of it is when a senior animal goes to one of our foster families to live out the rest of its life. We pay for all its food and vet bills,” she explained.

There’s Tommy the blind pony; Humpy the pig; Eddy the beagle who was a stray senior with medical issues.

“Eddy’s now in a forever foster home and we’ll take care of him until he dies.”

From the fundraising efforts of this year’s Sunflower Festival, Young wants to start an affordable sterilization program, based on the pet owners’ income.

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Dale Horeczy, Melanie Young and Brad Daily are gearing up for the fifth annual Sunflower Festival Sunday, Aug. 6.

“I’m going to work with a local vet to offer this program and that will be from money raised at this year’s festival,” she said. “It won’t be available until the fall. But as long as the animal has all its shots, and the owners can provide proof of income, then there will be a process to go through

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County construction season kicks off with crews in Rideau Ferry to start The 2017 Lanark County public works construction program has 47 kilometres of roads scheduled to be rehabilitated or treated as part of the ongoing pavement preservation program.

The total construction budget for this year is almost $6.9 million. Federal gas tax and Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund funding combined covers $1.95 million of these costs.

Lanark County Public Works oversees construction, operation, repair and maintenance on more than 560 kilometres of roads and 82 bridge and culvert structures. “Each year we assess the entire road system and develop a list of priorities as part of a five-year planning process approved by county council,” explains Terry McCann, public works director.

“Lanark County strives to maintain our infrastructure at a high standard while balancing the financial impact for our ratepayers,” says Warden Bill Dobson (Montague Reeve). “We recognize the importance of our roads and bridges in terms of public safety, quality of life and our economy, and continue to reinvest in our infrastructure in the most cost-effective ways possible.”

tion Ltd. will be pulverizing and applying warm mix on 4.7 kilometres from County Road 21 (Elmgrove Road) to Rideau Ferry. There will be drainage improvements in Rideau Ferry and work completed in the parking lot of the Rideau Ferry Store as part of this project. Work is scheduled from April 24 to the end of June at a cost of $1.2 million.

County Road 6 (Althorpe Road): Crains’ Construction Ltd. is slated to begin pulverizing and double surface treatment with overlay from Bathurst 2nd Concession westerly for 4.4 kilometres from June to August at a cost of $628,000.

County Road 6 (Christie Lake Road): In June and July, Thomas Cavanagh Construction Ltd. is slated to apply warm-mix overlay on 3.7 kilometres from Glen Tay to the County Administration Building at a cost of $666,000.

County Road 9 (Tatlock Road): Thomas Cavanagh Construction Ltd. is scheduled to pulverize and apply warm mix to 3 kilometres from Wolfgrove Road to Clayton Road in June at a cost of $507,000.

County Road 14 (Narrows Lock Road): Smiths Construction is scheduled to apply double surface treatment overlay on 5.5 kilometres from Projects for 2017 Miners Point Road to the Leeds and County Road 1 (Rideau Ferry Grenville boundary in June at a cost Road): Thomas Cavanagh Construc- of $251,000.

County Road 20 (Waba Road): Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited has the contract to pulverize and apply warm mix to 2.5 kilometres from Shaw Road to 9th Concession Pakenham in May and June at a cost of $459,000.

County Road 23 (Rosedale Road South): Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited will pulverize and apply warm mix to 2.5 kilometres from County Road 43 to Guthrie Road in August and September at a cost of $411,000.

County Road 36 (Bolingbroke Road): In August and September, Crains’ Construction Ltd. will pulverize and double surface treatment 3.2 kilometres from Christie Lake Road to Bolingbroke at a cost of $438,000.

County Road 43: In June and July, Duncor Enterprises will complete microsurfacing on 17.5 kilometres from Perth to Smiths Falls at a cost of $774,000.

Swale Culvert Replacement: Located on County Road 43 on the western edge of Smiths Falls, steel culverts will be replaced with a concrete box culvert. The work is to be completed from the end of July to the end of September by H & H Construction at a cost of $300,000. During this work, traffic will be reduced to one lane and will be controlled by signals.

Culvert Replacement: A total of 17 culverts will be replaced on County

Roads 7, 9, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 23, 29 and 511 from May to August by Arnott Brothers Construction Ltd. at a cost of $244,000.

Traffic Signal Upgrades: From May to September, Black and McDonald Ltd. will upgrade traffic signals in Almonte at Ottawa and Martin Street North, County Road 29 and County Road 16, and County Road 16A (Bridge Street) at Mill Street at a cost of $95,000.

McCann notes traffic may be reduced to one lane periodically during these projects and asks motorists to

obey all signs and traffic control personnel during construction to ensure the safety of workers and the public.

“We regret any inconvenience or disruption to traffic that may be caused.”

Also watch for the county’s public works crews cleaning bridges and conducting roadside mowing, pothole patching and sign repairs throughout the summer. Regular road maintenance activities through other contracts throughout the season include ditching, brushing, crack sealing, line painting and safety barrier repairs.

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Council sets tax levy at 1.5 per cent At its April 26 meeting, Lanark County council approved bylaws setting the 2017 levy amounts to be collected from ratepayers.

In December, council passed its budget with a levy of $32.5 million to be collected through the towns and townships. The net tax increase for the county portion of the tax bill in 2017 was 1.5 per cent.

“This will ensure reassessment does not shift the tax burden between the tax classes,” said county chief administrative officer Kurt Greaves. He added the provincial Ministry of Finance has implemented some changes for 2017.

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The recommendation from the Lanark County treasurers was to retain the status quo on the previous 30 to 35 per cent rebate on commercial and industrial properties.

The province is also reviewing the tax burden on apartment buildings and has frozen any multi-residential tax ratio greater than two per cent for this year. As well, there is a new property tax and tax ratio for landfill sites this year, including municipal landfill properties.

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Brittany Marino of Smiths Falls is the first youth recipient of an Ontario Volunteer Service Award at a ceremony held at the Brockville County Club on Friday, April 28. Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark makes the presentation to Marino, who is being recognized for her work with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County. Adult recipients receive pins for every five years of continuous service to an eligible community organization. Youth volunteers are recognized for two or more years of continuous service.

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Ruth Shirley proudly displays the Trillium pin she received for serving as a volunteer with the Lombardy Agricultural Society for 40 years.

Shirley was among the many community-minded citizens recognized at a 2017 Ontario Volunteer Service Awards ceremony in Brockville on Friday, April 28.

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The Lanark County Situation Table is betting heavily on partnerships to promote everything from a possible child advocacy centre, to the 211 information line.

Speaking at the Perth police services board meeting in the town council chambers on Thursday, April 27, Gray said that her group had partnered with the United Way of Lanark County to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) “outlining a big awareness and education campaign about the 211 system,” said Gray.

(Technically, the MOU would be with the Perth PSB as it is the signing authority for the Situation Table.)

The 211 system allows people to phone the three-digit line to find out which provincial services they can utilize if they have a problem or issue.

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Gray is in the midst of writing up a flurry of grants — including one for $60,000, where she had originally thought that the Situation Table was eligible for $30,000 — one of which will, she hopes, fund a feasibility study for a possible child and youth advocacy centre. The Situation Table hopes to partner with Open Doors for Lanark Children and Youth, if funding from a “proceeds of crime” grant goes through.

“Open Doors would be the lead on it,” explained OPP Insp. Derek Needham, detachment commander for the Lanark County OPP, stressing that there is “a lot of good things that a child advocacy centre does.” However, he pointed out that a feasibility study would be necessary “to see if there is a need for it here.”

“The partners are really excited about it,” said Gray. “It helps to streamline the system, centralize it.”

Coun. Jim Graff, the PSB chair, said that such a centre “puts a lot of professionals in place to help them (children.)”

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Deficit helps, but debt needs taming

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hen is a deficit not a deficit? It may take time, but we shall have to see if the 2017 Ontario budget delivered by Finance Minister Charles Sousa on April 27, is the real deal or a “fudge-it budget” (political science nerds, see the 1996 B.C. budget).

It’s sad that we even have to ask this, to be this cynical, but we’ve seen this before - like the 2015 federal budget that was balanced, but, yeah, not really. Or, in the Harris-Eves years of 1999-2003, there were four years of surpluses in the budgets, but, according to Professor Livio Di Matteo, an economics professor at Thunder Bay’s Lakehead University, writing in The Waterloo Region Record, “the average annual real value of deficits during this period was still $3.8 billion.”

But let’s be charitable, even if the timing with a provincial election due next year - is more than a little suspicious.

According to the Toronto Star, this is the first balanced budget at Queen’s Park since 2008, coming just before The Great Reces-

sion. Of the $141 billion in spending, there is $7 billion more for health spending, as well as $465 million for a youth pharmacare program for people aged 24 and under. There will also be 24,000 more affordable child care spots for children up to age four. Rent control will also be expanded to all units.

Not surprisingly, the man who wants Kathleen Wynne’s job, Opposition leader Patrick Brown, called the budget a “sham,” claiming to Global News that they have hidden debt left, right, and centre. While the deficit has stopped billowing, our province’s debt will grow from $312 billion this year to an estimated $336 billion by 2019-2020.

A lot of this spending is good, and helpful to help our most needy citizens. But if these numbers are good, we now need a debt plan.

Because every dollar of debt, means a higher percentage of tax money going to pay interest, that could be better spent here at home.

Furthermore, Hydro One rates are still insane. This will be Wynne’s undoing. New spending and a balanced budget is good.

Emerson's mouse catching antics threw Mother into a fit with the towel

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other couldn’t understand how a mouse could get into the house. There were no holes in the baseboards like the ones at the Northcote School, she saw to that.

All the doors going into the house shut tight, and yet during the winter, Father set at least two traps before he went to bed, and it was nothing to hear a mousetrap snap in the middle of the night downstairs.

And I would know, and yet I never actually saw him do it, that Father would slide the lid off the Findlay Oval, and the dead mouse would be fed into the fire box.

But spring had arrived, and the mice, to Mother’s great re-

lief, now preferred the barns.

My brother Emerson loved the mice. He was sure if he caught one, he could train it to do tricks, and it would become a pet. Mother, of course, forbid him to even think such thoughts.

Then one night I saw Emerson do something I was sure would send him right off to reform school, which I heard talked of by the Senior Fourth boys, but knew little about. All I knew was it was the last place on earth any youngster wanted to be.

Somehow Emerson had caught a mouse out in the barn, and he stood in the frame of the kitchen door, with the mouse dangling by its tail

ing to the upstairs, peaking out to watch, but well away from the action. Father never took his eyes off the Ottawa Farm Journal. He was well

from his clenched fist. He announced he was going to train the squirming and squawking thing to do tricks, and would charge at least a nickel for the show he expected to put on for the entire neighbourhood.

Well! Mother’s screams could be heard in Admaston.

My sister Audrey moved like a bullet to climb onto a chair, and I ran behind the curtain that hung in the staircase lead-

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Let’s educate, rather than eradicate DEAR EDITOR,

know when to stop killing! Changing the name doesn’t change the poison! Whisky is alcohol I can’t believe I’m writing this for Earth Day as is rum, it’s just a softer name!

Round Up and Clear View have different 2017! Have I fallen into a rabbit hole?

Has none of our esteemed county council- sounding names but they are both nonselective lors absorbed anything since Rachel Carson herbicides.

They are designed to kill everything in the wrote “Silent Spring” in the early 1960s?

Pesticides, as their name explains, kill pests.

See LETTER page 9 Herbicides kill plants, all plants! They don’t

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plant world that they contact! Good or bad.

We’ve never been deluded enough to think that we can eradicate poison ivy, so why do we think we can with wild parsnip?

I’ve heard people argue that we’re only spraying one per cent of the landmass of Lanark County, do I assume the rest doesn’t have wild parsnip producing thousands of seeds to replace the sprayed ones in our roadside ditches? What will the county officials decide to do along our newly acquired railway beds and easements?

I hear it argued that it will kill cattle. This is blatantly untrue! Cattle won’t eat the fresh green stalks and any dried wild parsnip in the hay

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connecting after several tries. I didn’t think that was a smart thing for her to do, because once she hit the mouse, it went flying off Emerson’s clenched fingers, and vanished into the parlour, the closest door of escape. The first thing Mother ordered Emerson to do was go to the wash basin, and scrub his hands thoroughly with the lye soap. She was sure every disease known to man was first started by a mouse. She told Father she wasn’t going to bed until the mouse was caught.

All Father said was, “better make a cup of tea, you’ll be up a long time.”

Well, the mouse was gone. There was no doubt about it. It found a safe haven in some crevice in the old log house, and Audrey said she wouldn’t

doesn’t have the liquid sap that causes all the reaction.

Our first responders and utility repairpersons need to be protected, I hear it argued. I concur, and this is universally accepted, so we regulate safety clothing for them while on the job. We can protect first responders from the invisible threat of AIDS, surely they’re protected from wild parsnip in the same get-up.

I don’t take the problem of wild parsnip lightly, but nor do I take the questionable, indiscriminate use of herbicide at all lightly.

Lastly, I hear the argument that spraying is carried out by “licensed applicators.” Let me clarify that fact a little. As a former holder of two Land Class Exterminator Licences (for outdoor, not indoor application) I know that a licensed applicator can have

up to six people working (i.e. spraying) under their direct supervision.

Sounds good, but under the Ontario Pesticides Act, the workers don’t have to have formal training, and “direct supervision” is interpreted as meaning being seen by the supervisor once per day.

Maybe you don’t agree with my professional opinion, heaven knows you’ve rejected many more qualified experts, but at least give all Lanark County citizens and me the choice in front of our own property. Bring back the “No Spray” sign option as a minimum, but my 50 years of professional experience tells me the County of Lanark is waging a futile battle.

Let’s educate rather than eradicate.

Sincerely, Ed Lawrence Almonte

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be surprised if it stayed hidden over the summer and into the winter. Well, such a fuss!

I thought this would be a good time to bring up the issue of bringing a barn cat into the house, strictly as a mouser. Well, Mother wasn’t having anything to do with that idea either.

Animals belonged in the barn, and that’s all there was to it.

It was pitch dark outside when it was finally decided we would all go to bed. Mother ordered Father to put out at least four traps, convinced the mouse couldn’t avoid all of them. Father went to the wood shed, and set the traps, one in the parlour, and three in the kitchen. I knew the poor mouse didn’t stand a chance.

Sleep didn’t come easily for me that night, as I pictured in my mind’s eye,

the poor terrified mouse looking for an escape. And then it happened. Not one mouse trap snapped, but four in a row! Well, that tore it. Mother said a barn cat could be brought into the house at bedtime, but she wanted it out first thing in the morning. After that we never knew if the cat caught a mouse or not.

But Mother went to bed content, I was thrilled to have a cat in the house, even overnight, and my brother Emerson still thought he could make a pile of money if he could teach a mouse to do tricks.

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Self-Help by Dummiez, sure to please audiences in Merrickville Theatre Night in Merrickville’s spring 2017 production, Self-Help

by Dummiez, written by T. Gregory Argall and Todd McGinnis (and pro-

duced by special arrangement with the Experienced director, authors and Playing After Dark), is a Andrea Howard has asmodern, Canadian, adult comedy to sembled a wonderful cast be presented May 12 to 14. of seasoned actors. Howard said: “We have been in rehearsal since mid-February, the cast is working very well together and there are lots of laughs.”

The action takes place in the waiting room of Dr. Enbridge (Will Jenkins), a rather self-absorbed psychologist. He is delayed, as usual. The patients begin to stack up, much to the dismay of his long-suffering and acid-tongued receptionist, Mrs. Winters (Anita Plunkett).

Some of the patients have been seeing Dr. Enbridge for years, others

are new. Among them is a world-famous self-help guru, Michael Sage (Raymond Compton-Brown) with anger management issues, Chastity Gespate (Ann McLaughlan) a hypersexual virgin, Matt Portico (Stef Robar) a compulsive apologetic who is excessively shy around attractive women, Jerry Bond (Michael Phillips) a frustrated man ready to explode and Mrs. Quackenbush (Heddy SorourRoberts) a real weirdo.

They all have their own quirks and these emerge as the frustration over the doctor’s absence increases.

There are lots of laughs and some surprises. It has to be noted that, during the play,

walnuts in their shells are smashed on stage and swept up quite thoroughly. But if any audience members are seriously allergic to them, it is recommended that they sit in the back rows.

The set is designed by Andrea Howard and built

by Rod Fournier, with embellishments by local artists.

It will be an unusual set for Theatre Night in Merrickville, as will the placement of the audience risers, in

order to create the feel of the waiting room ... rats in a very nice cage.

Performances are Friday, May 12 at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 13 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sunday, May 14 at 2 p.m. at the Merrickville Community Centre, 106 Read St. Tickets $15 are available online at www. merrickvilletheatre.org or at Mrs McGarrigle’s Fine Foods and The Merrickville Book Emporium.

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Theatre Night in Merrickville’s Spring 2017 production, “Self-Help by Dummiez”, written by T. Gregory Argall & Todd McGinnis (and produced by special arrangement with the authors and Playing After Dark), is a modern, Canadian, adult comedy to be presented May 12 to 14.

Nature connections made at Blueberry Mountain Anyone who has visited Blueberry Mountain knows that the climb is well worth the view from the lookout. In all seasons this 180-degree view is absolutely breathtaking. But sometimes in our hurry to get to the view we can miss some interesting, subtle features along the trail.

On Sunday, May 7, visitors to Blueberry Mountain will have an opportunity to explore some of those special sites. For this event we have identified several “stations” along the trail that demonstrate the complex connectivity within nature. At Peeper’s Pond we’ll set up a station with our bio-acoustic monitoring equipment where you can hear magnificent sounds of nature not typically available to our hearing, both above and below water. Next along the trail, you’ll come to the Pin Cherry Clump where you’ll learn the importance this small tree within the ecosystem. We share this wilderness area with many interesting creatures which you’ll learn about as you see evidence of their presence along the trail, such as the abandoned wolf den.

You’ll hear about the wolf’s complex relationship with humans and other creatures of the wild, such as beavers. The beaver pond, beaver meadow and lodge show the huge impact of this small but industrious mammal on the landscape. Fortunately, hemlock trees are not a favourite of beavers and can live to a very old age.

However, it is currently threatened by an invasive pest, which we’ll tell you all about and why it’s important to preserve this elegant conifer. As you reach the Blueberry Mountain sum-

mit, you’ll find both red and white oak, both important food sources for wildlife, and you’ll learn how to tell them apart. You’ll find out why white oak is rare in this area and why it is called the Thunder Tree.

In 2009 the Clifford Family placed this wilderness property under the protection of the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust for at least 1,000 years. The Land Trust protects 2,430 acres of ecologically sensitive land in eastern Ontario and provides programs year-round to connect people with nature.

The interesting sites we will be featuring at this event are only a few examples of nature’s mysteries, but we hope they will foster a greater appreciation of how ecological connectedness and complexity is necessary to sustain biodiversity.

Registration for the hike is at 10 a.m. and the hike starts at 10:30 sharp.

Entrance is $10 and children under 12 are free. The hike to the top is a gradual, 45-minute climb with one short, steep rise to reach the lookout. Don't forget your picnic lunch to enjoy at the top.

Blueberry Mountain is located at 502 Hills of Peace Rd. near Flower Station in Lanark Highlands. Drive north of Lanark on Highway 511 to Brightside. Turn left on to the French Line Road. Drive toward Flower Station and watch for the right turn when you get to Joe’s Lake. Just before you reach Flower Station, turn right on to Hills of Peace Road. For more information, contact Howard or Jean Clifford at 613-259-3412.

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The Smiths Falls Reformed Church welcomes you to our worship service each Sunday at 11:00am.

Pastor John Roke will be leading the service and preaching each Sunday.

We meet at The Community Health Centre, 2 Gould Street, Smiths Falls, in what was the old high school.

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Carleton Place Canadians Jr. A hockey team’s success is the stuff of legend When Jr. A hockey first arrived in Carleton Place in the fall of 2009, I don’t think anyone, including the author of the venture Jason Clarke, could have imagined the kind of success that has been achieved in such a short time.

Thursday in the Montreal suburb of Terrebonne, the Carleton Place Canadians play their second round-robin game in the Fred Page Cup Eastern Canada Jr. A championship tournament.

Until the Carleton Place Canadians came along, no team in the 25year history of the event had won two straight Fred Page Cups. Carleton Place has claimed three in a row and is now involved in a record fourth straight Eastern Canadian showdown.

The Canadians are doing battle with host Terrebonne Cobras, the Quebec Jr. A champions, along with Quebec runners-up Collège Français de Longueuil and Truro (Nova Scotia) Bearcats, this season’s winners of the Maritime Junior Hockey League title.

On Sunday afternoon, April 23, I was fortunate enough to be among the large crowd on hand at the Carleton Place arena as Canadians’ captured their fourth consecutive Art Bogart Cup, the much prized championship trophy in the 12-team Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL).

For a second consecutive season,

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By Jeff maguire

Canadians defeated a very good Ottawa Junior Senators team, earning the right to once again hoist the silverware in front of their dedicated and adoring fans.

Last season, Carleton Place scored a hard-fought 2-1 home ice victory in the seventh and deciding game of the league final to nip Junior Sens at the wire. On Sunday, April 23, they needed an overtime goal from Zachary Tupker (from Collingwood, Ontario) in the fifth game of the series to edge Ottawa 4-3 and claim another Bogart Cup. Regular CCHL watchers will agree that Junior Senators might well have turned the tables on Carleton Place and extended the series. The clubs were very evenly matched.

In the previous contest, played at the Jim Durrell Complex in Ottawa on April 21, the challengers ran Canadians ragged for 82-plus minutes as they tried desperately to even the set at two games apiece. Sens outshot Carleton Place 36-21 in regulation time and

dominated the first OT, out-chancing the visitors 10-1.

Early in the second overtime the sides traded scoring opportunities. On their second shot of the period, forward Justin Cmunt (from East Amherst, New York) put the game winner past Ottawa net minder Ian Andriano who was excellent in the final series and all season.

Hughes fantastic However, Andriano was outdueled by Carleton Place goalie Connor Hughes. Hughes was the top goalie in the CCHL during the regular season while Andriano finished close behind.

But immediately after the Game 5 triumph in Carleton Place Hughes (a London, Ontario native) was named the MVP of the 2017 Bogart Cup. And there has never been a more deserving award winner in my estimation. Hughes was nothing short of phenomenal, especially in Game 4.

This week the big net minder’s skills are being put to the test at the Fred Page Cup. He and his teammates have recent tournament success behind them. They are also fortunate to be under the guidance of Clarke, Canadians’ head coach, general manager and owner.

His personal resume continues to grow. A former Jr. A hockey player himself, Clarke coached the same Junior Senators in the CCHL before

returning to his hometown of Carleton Place in 2006 where he purchased Carleton Place Kings of the Jr. B Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League (now CCHL 2). In his first campaign as Kings’ bench boss the team went to the seventh and deciding game of the division final before losing a close one in OT. The following two seasons Kings and Clarke hoisted back-to-back championship trophies, a great prelude to the town’s move to Jr. A hockey the following campaign (2009-2010).

Admired by his peers, Clarke can point to many other coaching accomplishments. The last two seasons he has coached Team Canada East at the World Jr. A Challenge tournament, guiding the 2016 team to a silver medal in December.

Clarke’s Canadians are the most recent expansion side in the 12 team CCHL. Since entering the loop in the fall of 2009 they have improved every season. After missing the playoffs in their inaugural campaign Carleton Place has been in the post-season every year since. Beginning in 2013 they have been busily rewriting both the regular season and post season record books in the 56-year-old league.

During their incredibly successful 2013-2014 campaign, Canadians set new CCHL marks for wins and total points. They won their first ever Bo-

gart Cup in April 2014 and after capturing the Fred Page Cup went all the way to overtime in the championship game of the Royal Bank Cup (national Jr. A championship tournament) in Vernon, British Columbia. The lost a heartbreaker to Yorkton Terriers of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League.

Since then they have won three more league championships, two more Fred Page events and they went to the final of the 2015 RBC in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba before falling to the host team.

Surely Clarke is destined for higher things in hockey? Rumours have abounded for three years about his positive, long-term future in coaching. Meanwhile he continues to lead Canadians to one title after another.

No matter what happens this week in Terrebonne, the Carleton Place Canadians’ success is the stuff of amateur sports legend. They have earned their place alongside two other ongoing eastern Ontario sports success stories, the Carleton University Ravens men’s basketball team (perennial national champions) and young Smiths Falls’ golfer Brooke Henderson.

Something tells me we haven’t seen the end of Canadians’ success just yet.

If you have a comment or question for Jeff Maguire he can be reached by email at: jeffrey.maguire@rogers.com

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Participate in Ontario’s Green Leaf Challenge, celebrate Canada 150 ous and hardwood bareroot seedlings available for purchase.

The Ferguson Tree Nursery (at Kemptville) has been in the business for more than 70 years and their knowledgeable staff can help you pick out species to add value to your property such as white pine, silver maple and red oak among a wide variety of others.

Planting trees can help satisfy multiple objectives on a property: pri-

vacy, providing habitat for wildlife, stabilizing the soil or allowing more recreational area. Buying local stock means that your trees are adapted to the local climate, which will help to ensure the future health of the forest.

“I have been working with the staff at Ferguson Tree Nursery for eight years and I am always impressed by the high quality of the stock we receive. We plant more than 200,000 trees annually and are always satisfied

Collaboration to end chronic homelessness includes the county Representatives from seven Canadian communities joined 35 American cities and North American homelessness experts on Tuesday, April 25 and Wednesday, April 26 in Washington, D.C., as part of a unique international collaboration aimed at jump-starting Canadian efforts to end chronic homelessness. The year-long project is a collaboration between the 20,000 Homes Campaign of the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness (CAEH) and Built for Zero, led by Community Solutions.

“This week, we’re beginning work that will supercharge local responses to homelessness with strategies proven to end chronic homelessness,” said Tim Richter, president and CEO of the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness. “These strategies will give communities real-time, actionable, personspecific data on homelessness; begin the coordination of local homeless systems; and embed strategies for continuous improvement — all of which will accelerate progress toward monthly reductions in actively homeless numbers, and ultimately, to the goal of ending homelessness.”

The project will see the creation of byname lists and co-ordinated access systems in seven communities: Edmonton (Alta.), Hamilton (Ont.), Lanark County (Ont.), Toronto (Ont.), Peel Region (Ont.), Whitehorse (Yukon), and Windsor (Ont.). These approaches have proven successful in the United States in reducing chronic homelessness and homelessness among vet-

erans. The CAEH has begun adapting and introducing these strategies to Canada through the 20,000 Homes Campaign.

“Canadian and U.S. communities have so much to learn from each other in the work of ending homelessness. Mutual learning is a much better strategy than reinventing the wheel,” said Beth Sandor, director of Built for Zero at Community Solutions.

“We share a belief that ending homelessness is possible.

From there, it’s about testing and refining the approaches that will get us to zero together.

The energy and focus of the 20,000 Homes Campaign has inspired our team. We’re so happy to be working with them in D.C. this week.”

The Government of Canada, through the Homelessness Partnering Strategy’s Innovative Solutions to Homelessness project, is providing financial support to the project.

“This project and the many others like it that we are supporting across the country show that we're not waiting for 2018 to start tackling homelessness or housing need," said Hon. Jean-Yves Duclos, minister of families, children and social development.

“We are getting a head-start on the national housing strategy with a steady stream of investments that started with Budget 2016 and have continued ever since. This is one of the many projects we are proud to be supporting, because it signals that the federal government is working to develop better housing and homelessness policies."

“Through innovation and collaboration, the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness is providing communities with the new tools, training and support they need to build longterm capacity to reduce chronic homelessness."

A byname list is a real time, up-to-date list of all people experiencing homelessness in a community. Only real-time, upto-date byname lists provide the data a community needs to be able to set and reach a goal of ending homelessness by tracking the flow of people into and out of homelessness; providing detailed information on everyone in the homeless system; allowing prioritization for housing and a way to target resources and interventions; and providing a basis for system coordination.

To date, 55 U.S. communities have achieved quality byname lists, proving that real-time data is possible. Nine communities in Canada are now working toward this goal, as well.

Co-ordinated access systems are systems of care using a Housing First approach with a standardized process for access, assessment, and referral for housing and other services across multiple agencies.

There are several firsts in this project, including the first implementation of these strategies in major Canadian cities (Toronto, Edmonton), the first northern implementation (Whitehorse), the first implementation in a large urban region (Peel), and North America’s first youth-focused byname list and co-ordinated access system (Lanark County).

with the products,” says Scott Danford, the forestry program manager at the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority.

Ontario’s Green Leaf Challenge is already adding new trees to the Ontario landscape. To add your trees to the tree counter and to learn more about the program, please visit: greenleafchallenge.ca.

Order from the Ferguson Tree Nursery before May 10, when sales

of bareroot seedlings wrap up for the season.

A minimum purchase of 50 seedlings is required, but a combination of species can be used.

Larger stock is also available, so for more information please contact the Ferguson Tree Nursery directly at 613-258-0110 or by email at info@fergusontreenursery.ca.

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Ontario’s Green Leaf Challenge is inviting everyone in Ontario to celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary: add your trees to the online counter, participate in community tree planting events or donate to plant trees across the province.

Planting trees can beautify your land and improve the environment.

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VALLEY HEARTLAND CFDC WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU ON BOARD!

We are seeking talented and qualified individuals to join our Board of Directors. This is a great opportunity for anyone who has a proven track record of leadership, relevant expertise, a willingness to serve the community and a genuine interest in improving the economic prosperity of the region.

For more information on commitment, eligibility and how to apply please email Tina Stevens, General Manager at tina.stevens@valleycfdc.com, or visit our website.

Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on May 31st 2017.

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Water levels in the Rideau watershed to rise again by the weekend Water levels in the Rideau Valley had fallen close to historical average levels since the spring freshet peak on April 7. As much as 60 millimetres of rain on Monday has caused levels to increase again. Another 70 millimetres is forecast to start Thursday and continue through the weekend which can be expected to cause a further rise of water levels.

Low-lying communities along the Long Reach of the Rideau between Kars and Kemptville can expect to see out of bank levels and it is possible that access roads could be overtopped.

However, adjustments at the various dams on the system

are being done to counter Attempting to drive or walk in flowing wa- fast moving water in streams and ditches.

For water level and flow information in the rise. As the adjustments ter more than 30 centimetres deep is not adConservation Authority staff will con- the Rideau system as well as the Ottawa Rivare made, residents can ex- vised. Parents need to inform children about tinue to monitor conditions and will issue er, visit the RVCA Streamflows and Water pect to see fluctuations in the dangers of going near flooded areas and updates as warranted.

Levels webpage at http://his.rvca.ca/rvcafwl/ levels as the rain runoff passes through the watershed.

A factor in how high levels go in the Long Reach and downstream is the timing and volume of releases from the Rideau Canal reservoir lakes. Bobs Lake has remained high since the spring freshet. The other lakes, Wolfe, Upper Rideau and Big Rideau, have all gone above their respective Full Supply levels due to the rain yesterday. Full supply is the threshold at which damages can begin to occur.

How things lead to other things!

Can bird banding be a catalyst for social change?

Find out May 18 when the Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists hold their annual Spring Gathering at the Almonte Civitan. The evening will feature a banquet, silent auction fundraiser for environmental education, and a keynote presentation “How Things Lead to Other Things: The Unexpected Results of Pursuing Birds” with Rick Ludkin, an Ontario master bird bander and sponsor/educator of birders of all ages, near and far.

He began bird banding in the 1970s and in 1995 established a Canadian Migration Monitoring Station at Ruthven Park, Haldimand Bird Observatory.

Hundreds of schoolchildren enjoy time banding and “scribing” about the migrating birds there with his team. Several fieldwork trips to the Arctic studying Northern Fulmars and Common Eiders, also gave Ludkin a love and respect for Snow Buntings and he later collaborated to create the Canadian Snow Bunting Network.

In February, Ludkin and a small team spent a day banding the “Snow Buntings of Lanark County” at a popular stopover site for the migrant flocks at a property in Sheridan Rapids. In 2013 Rick Ludkin set out to a rural area of Western Kenya to help found the “Matangwe Bird Club” and has returned each year. The story of this transformative project and the diversity of birds Rick witnesses during his time there are stunning!

MVFN’s Spring Gathering 2017 begins at 5:30 p.m. (doors open 5) with a reception and chance to share a drink with friends and bid in the silent auction. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. and then, sit back and enjoy the presentation! Tickets ($40) must be purchased or reserved by Thursday, May 11th and are available in Almonte at Gilligallou Bird Inc., at the Blossom Shop, Carleton Place, and in Perth at the Office. Further info at mvfn.ca. To reserve your ticket/s for pick up at the venue, please contact MVFN’s Sylvia Miller at sylvia.miller.inclayton@ gmail.com or 613-256-7825.

There will be live music, vendors, food, sales and samples. We are transforming Bridge Street and giving it a “Byward Market” feel! Come join us!!

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56 Garden Avenue, Perth $325,000 This Immaculate home situated in the popular Perthmore Glen Sub division is immaculate, and nicely nestled into the last block tucked away from the hustle and bustle.

Three bedrooms, one being used as a den on the main floor, lovely hard wood floors and large new bright windows, making it sunny and bright. The kitchen is cheerful with natural light flowing through the garden doors that lead to a large deck and a back yard. The back yard is quiet and has a buffer of lilac trees, offering privacy from the backing Perkins Ave homes. The Master bedroom hosts an ensuite with a walk in shower. The lower level is partially finished with what could be a 2nd sitting room or 4th bedroom. A 3 piece bath completes the finished area.

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84 SHERBROOKE ST EAST PERTH MLS# 1052122 - $169,900 2 BD, 1 BTH BUNGALOW

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Beautiful log home located in a fantastic, private area between Carleton Place and Perth, the open concept rustic log home has 2 large bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The oversized master bedroom can easily be converted back to two bedrooms. Open concept kitchen and living room area. New furnace 2011, updated light fixtures and electrical switches, upgraded insulation, pressure tank and pump 2008 and central air conditioning 2012. Oversized double car garage insulated and with inside entry.

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Lanark County council is urging the province to take action on the opioid crisis.

Following a presentation by medical officer of health Dr. Paula Stewart at the community services committee meeting earlier this month, council passed a motion at its April 26 meeting requesting the province to support a local strategy to address the escalating risk of opioid overdoses and deaths.

The motion notes Ontario has witnessed increasing deaths over 13 years, and that the regional coroner cited 24 opioid-related deaths between 2010 and 2014, as well as seven suspected deaths in the past 12 months.

Individuals participating in the Leeds, Grenville Lanark Public Health Unit’s harm reduction program have reported 23 nonfatal overdoses in the past six months. The motion notes prescribed opioids — such as morphine and fentanyl patches and other pills — are being diverted and sold illicitly, and that the nature of opioids is that increasing amounts are needed to get the same high over time, which leads to overdose and possibly death.

The amount of fentanyl varies on patches, which leads to a higher risk of overdose. Fentanyl is also showing up in many other street drugs — such as heroin, fake OxyContin pills, cocaine and crystal meth — and has been seized by police locally.

The health unit is working with the community to develop a response to the opioid situation,

leading surveillance of the problem and ensuring access to and education about Naloxone, which can help to reverse respiratory failure from an overdose.

It is also working with the community on the social determinants of health — such as poverty, unemployment, lack of social supports and inadequate housing — which can negatively affect the health of individuals and communities, as well as addressing the underlying root causes of substance misuse.

In October, the province announced it would be looking at multiple sectors to address the issue, including physician prescribing, overdose monitoring, opioid prescription monitoring, and enhancing harm reduction and addiction services.

The county is asking the province to enhance the local response by ensuring all first responders — including police and fire — have access to provincially-funded Naloxone kits and training, particularly because rural volunteer firefighters are often the first on the scene of an opioid overdose.

It also asks that places that support vulnerable people in the community have access to publicly-funded kits and training; that a provinciallyfunded education campaign take place; and that additional funds for addiction and mental health services be provided to assist treating people with mental illness, in order to reduce or eliminate self-medication with opioids and to help people overcome opioid addiction.

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EOWC hosts third annual meeting with Federal MPs Eastern Ontario’s public transit network.

“The federal 2017 budget recognized the critical importance of managing and improving infrastructure in rural communities across Eastern Ontario, and the EOWC was pleased to see the federal government’s $2-billion commitment to rural and northern municipal infrastructure and how that funding will be awarded in part on the basis of need,” explained Chair Quaiff.

“The EOWC has the research and the data to support the fact that we have major investment challenges when it comes to our roads and bridge networks across the region.

EOWC member municipalities own — and are responsible for — 73 per cent or 69,110 kilometres of all the roads in Eastern Ontario, including the City of Ottawa. We also own 60 per cent of all the bridges,” added EOWC Vice-Chair Bill Dobson, the Warden of Lanark County. “That equates to some 5,113 bridges and structures. Based on the needs for roads and bridges, we should be spending an additional $500 million to $600 million a year to keep them to an acceptable standard.”

As further illustration, the EOWC noted that in rural communities, the cost of im-

Cross-border ambulance agreements approved Lanark County council passed bylaws April 26 during a regular meeting authorizing the warden and CAO to sign cross-border ambulance agreements with the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville and Frontenac County for a 10-year period up to Dec. 31, 2025.

CAO Kurt Greaves updated the corporate services committee earlier this month. He explained the Eastern Ontario Treasurers Group first established a costing formula in 2006 for billing when an ambulance from one municipality picks up a patient across its border. The costing was updated in 2015/2016.

“Every ambulance service is affected in different ways by the cross-border issue,” Greaves said. “Cross-border response is always going to be necessary because political boundaries do not reflect the reality of response by the next closest ambulance, which is the best way to serve the public.”

Greaves noted that cross-border billing ensures equity for municipal taxpayers, who fund at least 50 per cent of the cost of ambulance service.

“Ambulance dispatch is designed to be seamless across the province, and these agreements are essential to recognize municipal taxpayer equity.”

Lodge succeeds at securing nurse practitioner position Lanark Lodge was notified in March that it has received funding for an attending nurse practitioner position as part of a program to bring the service to 31 long-term care homes in the province.

In a report to the community services committee earlier this month, Lanark Lodge director Deborah Pidgeon indicated each Local Health Integration Network is receiving at least two

proving one kilometre of road is shared by just five residences, while in urban areas it is shared by 25 homes.

The second item discussed on Monday morning was the business case prepared by the Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) on closing the many cellular network gaps across rural Eastern Ontario. This project would improve cellular and mobile broadband services for the many residents and businesses without adequate service, while also improving the cellular network from a public-safety perspective for our first responders.

“The EOWC is working very closely with EORN on this project, as well as our partners in the federal and provincial governments and the private sector — just as we all worked together in partnership when we collectively brought improved high-speed Internet to rural Eastern Ontario,” stated Lanark County Warden Bill Dobson (Montague Township Reeve). “Like with the broadband project, we hope to close these many cellular gaps on time and on budget, with the essential support and contribution of our partners — and today’s meeting was a great step forward in our mutual collaboration.”

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Successful applicants had to show a projected or demonstrated gap in access to care, a need for quality improvement in areas that could be supported by the position, sustainable support for the position, and a caseload of up to 175 residents.

The new position will collaborate with residents and families/caregivers and the lodge’s health-care team to develop, implement and evaluate the residents’ plan of care.

He or she will also provide leadership and mentorship to staff to enhance knowledge and assessment skills, and will lead and collaborate in research, education and evidencebased practice initiatives to optimize resident, long-term care home, and health system outcomes.

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Mayor Robert Quaiff, 2017 Chair of the EOWC and Mayor of Prince Edward County, spoke at length on behalf of the 13 counties and single-tier municipalities in the region about the importance of a regional approach and the need for increased collaboration between the federal government and rural municipalities.

“It is our job, as leaders of our municipalities, to bring forward our most pressing issues to the upper levels of government,” chair Quaiff told his federal counterparts Monday morning. “The EOWC has a proven track record of working with its many partners, and specifically using research and data, to effectively explain why these should also be their priorities.”

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Shine a green light on Lanark County ShineS Green for MentaL heaLth May 1-7

BY AMY HOGUE If you’re seeing green the first week of May it’s for a good reason – Open Doors for Lanark Children and Youth is taking part in the 7th annual Shine Green for Mental Health Week, May 1-7 in Lanark County. Throughout the week-long campaign, local landmarks like municipal town halls will be lit with a green light, to act as a visual reminder of the issues surrounding mental health.

The Shine Green Campaign has been taking place in other parts of Ontario over the past seven years, with city halls in Toronto and Hamilton being among the buildings lit with green lights, along with other landmarks like the CN Tower, and Niagara Falls. Other participating communities include Barrie, Hamilton, Kitchener, and Windsor.

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In 2017, and thanks to Open Doors’ efforts, Lanark County will be counted among that number. Over recent weeks, Dr. Kevin Clouthier, executive director for Open Doors for Lanark Children and Youth, has approached the Smiths Falls, Mississippi Mills and Carleton Place councils to encourage them to participate in the campaign. While Clouthier was unable to directly address Perth council, he said council indicated they were hoping to be able to join in the movement.

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Children’s Mental Health “It’s metaphorically shining a light on mental health, because it’s been shrouded in darkness for so long.”

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Clouthier explained the Shine Green campaign is good news for those wanting to increase awareness of mental health issues.

“It’s a visual cue to get people to think,” Clouthier said, “It’s metaphorically shining a light on mental health, because it’s been shrouded in darkness for so long.”

Mental health is a growing concern in Ontario, where Clouthier explained conservative estimates are that 20 per cent of children will suffer from a mental health issue. In a perfect world, every child with mental health issues would be treated, but unfortunately the funding isn’t always available. Clouthier estimated that only 20 per cent of children diagnosed with a mental health issue will be able to find treatment through programs funded by children and youth services.

“We want to be able to provide each child with the opportunity to launch their life in a successful manner,” Clouthier said, “Of the adults with mental health problems, 70 per cent indicate the issue began as a child or adolescent.”

Treating a child or adolescent’s mental health problems early can prevent the problem from continuing into adulthood,

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where it can not only impact personal relationships, but also comes with a financial cost. According to Clouthier, the economy loses $50 billion each year as a result of mental health problems.

“There are economic, social, relational and personal reasons to invest in the health and well-being of our children,” Clouthier stressed.

In 2017, Clouthier said Open Doors is actively seeking to increase awareness of mental health issues in children and youth, through projects like the Shine Green campaign.

Besides visiting Lanark County municipal councils, Clouthier has also reached out to the business community by contacting local Chamber of Commerce organizations.

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Clouthier is also hoping to get the campaign rolling on social media, identifying hashtags #getloud and #kidscantwait being good ways to spread the word in the digital world.

“We’re asking people to send out tweets on those hashtags and hopefully engage the community further,” Clouthier said, adding that the more conversation there is about mental health, the better.

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LAWS invites the public to visit during spring craft show in Perth Sunday Come and join the gang at Lanark Animal Welfare Society on Sunday May 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the Welcome to Spring Showcase in Perth at the Civitan Club at 6787 County Rd 43.

There will be lots of vendors for you to shop from — food, fashion, jewelry and more. There will be a 50/50 as well as a silent auction to benefit LAWS.

well to training, but a new adopter will have to continue training on her leash skills as well as obedience. Please call to find out more about Sadie or to make an appointment to meet her at 613-283-9308.

Pina: This lovely young lady raised three beautiful daughters — sweet, bouncy kittens who have been adopted. Now it is mom's turn. She is very gentle and undemanding, but loves to be held and cuddled. She is about one year old. 'Check her out at Natural Pet Foods Store in Carleton Place.

Featured pets Gatsby: You've probably heard of The Great Gatsby ... well this is The Great Big Gatsby! This gorgeous boy could certainly stand to lose a pound or five, and in the meantime there is just that much more to love. He is eight years old, outgoing, chatty, cuddly, loves belly rubs but is also playful and can move remarkably fast for a cat of his size.

Sadie: this gorgeous three-year-old Boxer mix with a charming personality will have you falling head over heels for her. She is sweet, cuddly and friendly with every person she meets.

She loves people of all ages, but due to her strength we feel that living with small children would not be suitable at this time. She doesn't like cats and we think she would be best suited in a single pet home. She is responding

Toby: this elegant gentleman is about eight years old, and was previously adopted from LAWS as a kitten.

Now he is back through no fault of his own and looking for a new home.

He is friendly and laid-back, preferring to snooze in the spring sunshine rather than run to greet visitors, but he never turns down attention. 'He is waiting to meet you at Pet Valu in Carleton Place.

weeks ago. The evening raised about $2,500 each for LAWS and Dickie's Cause 4 Paws. What a party; Margaret Link Photography for another successful Pet Portrait Day at Natural Pet Foods in Carleton Place. Many thanks to Margaret, all the people who showed up with their pets to have a beautiful portrait taken, and the staff for hosting this event.

Wish list: Bleach, postage stamps, bleach, non-latex vinyl gloves, bleach, Friskies Pate canned cat food. Oh, nearly forgot — bleach!

Thank you for your continued support. Follow us at facebook.com/ lanarkanimals and check out our website at lanarkanimals.com. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the shelter at shelter@lanarkanimals.com or by calling 613-283-9308.

LAWS is located at 253 Glenview Rd., Smiths Falls.

Special thanks LAWS has a lot of people to thank for their dedication and hard work in support of our shelter: the Early Act Club of Chimo Elementary School for the supplies they collected and delivered to the shelter; Rebecca and Emma for taking donations of food and toys at Almonte Pet Valu's Pet Adoption Weekend. Both girls are in Grade 5 at Holy Name of Mary in Almonte. This was part of a class project of giving back to the community; staff at all our partner pet stores for their tremendous efforts to raise funds for the Shelter throughout April, Pet Appreciation Month; Natural Pet Foods store in Carleton Place, and Almonte, Perth and Carleton Place Pet Valu stores who staged donation drives, hosted events such as nail trims, dog washes and bake sales and of course cat adoptions; the donors, organizers and bidders of our online auction.

This event raised over $3,000; the donors, organizers and bidders of the silent auction at Aloha Ambush dance A huge thank you goes out to the party in Carleton Place a couple of Early Act Club of Chimo School.

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On Sunday, May 28, participate in “Dollars for Dogs”, a fundraiser in support of Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind. The fun takes place at Andrew Haydon Park, 3169 Carling Ave., Ottawa.

Support training of guide and assistance dogs Calling all dog owners in the Ottawa area! You and your dog can go for a walk to support the training of guide dogs and assistance dogs.

On Sunday, May 28, 2017, participate in Dollars for Dogs, a fundraiser in support of Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind. The fun takes place at Andrew Haydon Park, 3169 Carling Ave. All well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. You and your pooch can join in the dog social, then walk four kilometres through the park, and stay around for a barbecue and plenty of door prizes. The dog social and registration is from 9:30-10:15 a.m., with the walk starting at 10:30 a.m.

Pay $30 on-site to participate or waive the entry fee by obtaining pledges in advance. Entry forms are available by emailing events@guidedogs.ca. You can also sign up for the event online at www.guidedogs.ca. Register online and create your own profile page

to ask friends and family to sponsor you by email or through social media.

The first 100 to show up on May 28 receive a free grab bag with treats for you and your pooch.

It’s a fun day for your dog, but he needs you to get him to the park — Andrew Haydon Park on Sunday, May 28 for Dollars for Dogs.

Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind was established as a registered charity in 1984. Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind has provided more than 810 professionally trained guide dogs to Canadians who are visually impaired from coast to coast. Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind also operates an assistance dogs division, which trains assistance dogs for individuals in the local area with mobilityrelated disabilities.

To learn more about this event or Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind, visit www.guidedogs.ca or phone (613) 692-7777.

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BRONZE SPONSORS:

Caleres, Carleton Place Terrace by Symphony Senior Living, Shopper’s Drug Mart, Ridgecraft, and Kelly Huibers McNeely

CHILDREN’S PALACE AND PLAY PARK SPONSORS: Barker Willson Professional Corporation Barristers & Solicitors

FARRELL reception CENTRE Gore St., Perth

THANK YOU TO OUR SAFETY SQUARE PARTICIPANTS

OPP, Perth Fire Department, St. Johns Ambulance, all the companies that provided the “Mighty Machines”.

Thank you to Ry-J’s for the amusements in the Tay Basin area.

THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS AND THOSE WHO DONATED TIME,TALENT AND PRODUCT A Very Warm Thank You

To all of our wonderful volunteers for their energy and support, making the Festival of the Maples a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone in the community. On behalf of the Board of Directors, the Festival Committee and our over 350 local business members, we greatly appreciate your donation of time and effort to make the Festival a fun day.We hope to see you all again next year!

THANK YOU TO THE MAPLE SYRUP COMPETITION TROPHY SPONSORS & JUDGES The Perth Courier, OMYA Canada, Springdale Farm, CDL Lanark Marion Paul Memorial Trophy judged by Dave Chapeski Hal Botham Memorial Trophy judged by Carol Quattrocchi

FESTIVAL COMMITTEE

Carol Quattrocchi, Debra Bellevue,Tressa Oliver, Brian Perkin, Mike Purdon, Jerry Koeller, Pete Echlin, Constable David Bird and Chamber staff.

Thank you to all residents who had to make special arrangements for parking and access to their homes for the day.

A special Thank You to the OPP, the OPP Auxiliary,Algonquin College Police Foundations Students and Supervisors, Oakes Towing,Tim Hortons and to the Town of Perth for their assistance as well as Ukelele students for their performance at the Crystal Palace.

Thanks to the Downtown Merchants,Vendors, the Entertainers and to Algonquin College for the use of their parking lot!

Thank you to all of the Maple Syrup Producers competing in the Annual Competition.

A very special thank you to RBC for the use of their office for the committee and Mike Purdon for the loan of his trailer for the entertainers and volunteers! Also to the Perth Golf Course for the use of their golf carts and Ennis Construction for the loan of the park bench for the shuttle stop.

If we should have missed someone, please accept our apology and our appreciation for your support and contribution!

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Almonte and District Horticultural Society monthly meeting Monday, May 15, 7:30pm. Cornerstone Community Church. TED Talk by Marla Spivak & Beekeeper Hilary Moore. Guests welcome.

Carol Kenward 613-256-5594.

Annual Junior Civitan Spaghetti Mother’s Day Breakfast, Sunday May 14, 8-11am Almonte Civitan Community Hall. Pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, juice, coffee/tea.

Ham, Scalloped Potatoes & Bean Supper Presented by Trinity United Church Women. Sunday, May 07, 5 pm Trinity United Church Hall, Tickets for sale at the Church office Mon-Thurs am and before and after church on Sunday mornings. The hall is accessible.

Hub Hospice Palliative Care, Introduces Good Grief, Led by: Barbara Carroll, PHD, 3rd Monday each month, May 15, 10:30-noon, Parish House, 70 Clyde St. 613-883-6646 barbaracarroll@rogers.com Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Brockville Aquarium and lunch out, Friday,May 19. Call Home Support to reserve your seat on the bus 613-256-4700.

Pakenham and Carleton Place Seniors welcome.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Fit as a Fiddle, Every Friday, 10 a.m., Exercise and/or Lunch.

Almonte United Church. Transportation provided.

Call Home Support to reserve 613-256-4700.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Lunch Bunch, Thursday, May 18, Mills’ office, 67 Industrial Drive.

Transportation provided. Call Home Support 613256-4700 to reserve.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Music & Memories Lunch Program, Tuesday, May 16. Transportation. Entertainment: “Ruth Hammond”. Contact Home Support 613-256-4700 or Jean Perry 613257-3296 for program information.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, “Retired...Not Expired” walk & lunch. Wednesday, May 31. Call Home Support 613-256-4700 to reserve. Pakenham & Carleton Place seniors welcome.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Supper Social, Tuesday, May 23, 6 p.m. Almonte Legion. Transportation. Entertainment: Terri Bennett. Call Home Support 613-256-4700 to reserve.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Tour of the Supreme Court of Canada and lunch out, Tuesday, May 30. Call Home Support to reserve your seat on the bus 613-256-4700. Pakenham and Carleton Place Seniors welcome.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Tour of the Ottawa Tulip Festival and lunch out, Wednesday, May 17. Call Home Support to reserve your seat on the bus 613-256-4700. Pakenham and Carleton Place Seniors welcome.

Mills’ Home Support, Almonte, Wednesday Night Cafe, Wednesday, May 10, 6 p.m. Mills Community Support Office, 67 Industrial Dr. Transportation. Entertainment provided. Call Home Support to reserve 613-256-4700.

Ontario Early Years Centre Babytalk playgroup, infants 0-12mnths, Mondays, May 1, 8, 15, 29, Almonte Library, 155 High St. 2-3p.m. 613-2830095 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Mondays, May 1, 8, 15, 29, Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.12p.m. 613-283-0095 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, Apr 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25. Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.-noon. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.-noon. 613-283-0095 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. Naismith School, 9:00 a.m.-noon. 613-283-0095 Parkinson’s Support Group, Last Monday of the month, Mills Community Support boardroom,

67 Industrial Drive, from 2-4 p.m. Call Home SupKEMPTVILLE port 613-256-4700 to register.

Presentation: The Power of Pollinators, by Dr. James Coupland. Wednesday, May 10 7pm upstairs Baby Talk, Wednesday, May 10, 1:30-3 p.m.

Almonte Old Town Hall. Sponsored by the Al- Madison Montessori Academy, 2965 County Rd #43. monte & District Horticultural Society and the MisBaby Talk, Wednesday, May 3, 1:30-3 p.m. sissippi Mills Beautification Committee.

Madison Montessori Academy, 2965 County Rd #43.

Kemptville Horticultural Society May Meeting, Wed. May 17, 7:30pm, Kemptville Pentecostal Church, 1964 Cty Rd 43. Speaker: Catherine Johnson showcasing Gardens of Spain + Spring Flower Show.

Army Navy Air Force, Community Yard Sale Spring Yard Sale & BBQ, St. Paul’s Presbyterian May 6 - Tables available. Got excess stuff? Can’t bear Church, 319 Prescott Street, Kemptville. Saturday, to just throw it away? Book a table at our Community May 6. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain or Shine. Hosted by the Yard Sale and make a buck or 2. Call 613-253-5097 St. Paul’s Youth Group. or email anaf_396@bellnet.ca for more information Yard Sale & BBQ, May 6, 8-2, Rain or shine.

Community Home Support- Carleton Place- Huge selection, something for everyone. St. Paul’s Friday Lunch Bunch, Friday, May 5, 12, 19 at the Presbyterian Church, 319 Prescott St. Kemptville.

Beckwith Township Hall at 12:00. Call Home Support to reserve or more info on Diner’s Clubs and LANARK Transportation. 613-253-0733.

Community Home Support- Carleton PlaceLuncheon, Wednesday, May 10, at the Home SupBarley Shakers, Sat. May 13, 7pm St. Andrew’s port Office at 12:00. Call Home Support to reserve United Church Hall. Tickets 613-259-5410 613-259or more info on Diner’s Clubs and Transportation. 29869 or at the door.

613-253-0733.

Euchre, every Thursday, 1:00 p.m. Legion Hall.

Community Home Support- Carleton Place- Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Lunch. Prizes.

Ladies Tea. Wednesday, May 17, at the Home SupFirst Annual Volunteer Appreciation Tea. port Office, at 1:30. Call Home Support to reserve or Lanark Highlands Public Library. Saturday May 6, more info on Diner’s Clubs and Transportation 613 11:30-2pm. Everyone Welcome Come in to Thank 253-0733. all the Wonderful volunteers.

Community Home Support- Footcare Clinics Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thurson Tues & Thurs. For Appt. 613-253-0733. days, Apr 27 , May 4, 11, 18, 25. Maple Grove Community Home Support Friday Lunch School, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095.

Bunch, Fridays (May 5, 12 19, 26) at Beckwith Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Township Hall, at 12 noon. Transportation available. Wednesdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. Maple Grove Info/reservation: 613-253-0733.

School, 9:30-11:30a.m. 613-283-0095.

Euchre, every 2nd, 3rd and 4th Monday of the Sacred Heart’s Dinner/Dance, May 5. 6pm, month. 7:30 p.m. Legion. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary. Foy Hall, Musician’s welcome. Info: Alberta 613Bring your friends. Lunch/prizes. 613-253-6375.

259-2671 Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Thursday, Spring Luncheon Sat. May 13, 11am-2pm @ 1-3 p.m. 30 Bennett Street. Info: 613-257-2779 ext Foy Hall, Lanark. Soup, sandwiches and pie. Craft 3106 (or ext 3100). and bake tables, Sponsored by Sacred Heart Catholic High Tea and Fashion Show St. Mary’s Church Women’s League. Info: 613-259-2982 Saturday, May 13 , 1-3pm featuring Fashions from the Wool Shop contact St. Mary’s Parish for info. 613MERRICKVILLE 257-1284.

Ladies Darts, every Tuesday starting 7:00 p.m.

Dog’s for Dog’s BBQ and Garage Sale, Sat. May Legion. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary.

Lanark Drum Circle meets at the CP Museum, 6, 7am-3pm. LCBO. Merrickville.

Friends of the Merrickville Library are having May 14 (the 2nd Sunday of every month) at 1:30.

Learn traditional songs and teachings. Open to all, a garage sale at 217 Colborne E on Saturday May 6th as part of the Merrickville Community Garage Sale. info 613-257-1014.

Merrickville Legion, Bingo every Thursday Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Mondays, May 1, 8, 15, 29. Carambeck Community Cen- night, doors open 5pm, games 6:30pm. Everyone welcome. tre, 9:30-11:30a.m. 613-283-0095.

Merrickville Legion, breakfast daily MondayOntario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays, Apr 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25. Arena, 9:30-11:30 Friday, 7-11. Branch 484.

Merrickville Legion, Buffet Breakfast Branch a.m. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tues- 484. May 7, 8am-12.

Merrickville United Church Annual Book Sale days, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Arena, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

2017. 20,000+ books for sale at bargain prices! Fri613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, days May 5, 12, 19: 12pm to 8pm. Saturdays May 6, Wednesdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Carambeck Com- 13, 20: 9am to 4pm Monday May 22: 9am to 4pm. munity Centre, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 613-283-0095.

PAKENHAM Parents and Children’s Group every Monday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 30 Bennett Street. Info: 613-2572779 ext 3107 (or ext 3100).

Euchre at the Cedar Hill Schoolhouse Saturday Parent’s Lifeline of Eastern Ontario support May 6th 7:30pm, 270 Cedar Hill Road. Everyone group meets monthly on 3rd Wednesday May 17 at CP Open Doors 6:30-8:30 pm. Drop in. All are welcome! Prizes, light lunch. Info: Ria 613-256-2014 Pakenham Community Home Support sponwelcome Rotary Club of Carleton Place & Mississippi sors: Foot care, transportation, meals on wheels, Mills meet every Monday evening at 6:15 at Thirsty Tuesday luncheons. Info/appointment (613)624Moose, Mill St. (Carleton Place). Info: Louise 613- 5647.

Pakenham Horticultural Club Gardeners, 253-2602. spring flower show, St Andrews United Church World Labyrinth Day walk May 6, Carleton (2585 Cty Rd 29) Wednesday May 17, 7pm, All Place Community Labyrinth, Chirstine Hume Welcome. Info Sherryl 613-800-1236 chume@bsl.com 613-722-6832 x238

PERTH 4th Annual Shopping Spree, Thursday, May 11, 3:30-8:00 pm hosted by Drummond Central School Council, (off Hwy 7) 1469 Drummond School Rd. Featuring local vendors. Info: 613-267-4789.

7th Annual New-to-You Book Sale, Thursday, May 11, 3:30-8:00pm hosted by Drummond Central School Council. 1469 Drummond School Rd. Info: 613-267-4789 Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville, Carolina Retirement Suites, 12 Alma St. 1-3pm Tuesday May 9, What is Dementia, presented by Robin Hull.

Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville, Carolina Retirement Suites, 12 Alma St. 1-3pm Tuesday May 16, Medications & Treatments, Guest Speaker: Becky Bellamy.

Bridge, Perth Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7:00 p.m., Thursday, May 11 at Perth Civitan Club. For partnership contact Bert Picard 613-267-5305.

Celebrate Canada’s 150th with the Perth Lioness & Lions, Friday May 5, Lions hall, Perth fairgrounds. Social hour-6p.m. Roast Beef Dinner-7p.m.

Entertainment-8:15p.m. To purchase tickets, Ellen @ 613 264-2604, Prizes, Silent Auction Classic Country Music Concert along with Jessica Weddon to be held at Calvin United Church, Saturday May 13, 7 p.m. tickets Contact Margery 264-0004 or Anne-Marie 264-8189 Community Home Support Day Hospice runs every Thursday 10-3pm, The group is for people with life-limiting illness. Pre-register 613-267-6400.

Community Home Support Lanark County Bereavement Support Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month 1-3pm at 40 Sunset Blvd, Info: 613267-6400 Film Night International Perth is showing the British film I, Daniel Blake, Wednesday May 10, 2 and 7pm at the Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig St. For more details, 613-267-1224.

Fish Fry, St. James Anglican Church, 54 Beckwith St., May 12, 4:30 & 6:00p.m. purchase tickets in advance only, Church 613-267-1163. Ruth 613264-2018, Linda 613-264-0304 Diane 613-264-8862 Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Thursdays, 10-12 p.m. St. James Church (Beckwith St. entrance), Info: 613-257-2779 ext 3106 (or ext 3100).

Monthly Community Dinner, St James Anglican Church. Saturday May 13, 4.30pm - 6pm. Roast Pork with roast potatoes and Salad plus Dessert Tea and Coffee Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, infant playgroup, Thursdays Apr. 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25. The Dance Studio, 1-2pm. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Mondays May 1, 8, 15, 29. Taycare Senior Centre, 9:30noon 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Thursdays Apr 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25. The Dance Studio, 9:30-noon 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Taycare Senior Centre, 9:30 a.m.-noon. 613-283-0095 Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. Perth Library, 10-noon. 613-283-0095.

Parents and Children’s Group, every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at St James Church (Beckwith St. entrance). Info: 613-283-9307 #3100.

Perth Old Tyme Fiddler’s Dance, Classic Country Music, Perth Lions Hall, 7:30 p.m. May 12. Info: 613-259-2569 or 613-283-8703.

Perth Stamp Club Meeting at 7:30 pm., Wednesday, May 10, McMartin House, 125 Gore E. For info. call Phil Warrington 613-264-0724.

RTA Central Club, Sunday, May 7, Murphy’s Point Park Hike. Level 1, 8 km, slow pace. Depart Conlon Farm at 9 a.m. Leader: Gill Hyland, 613267-5756

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The Northern Landsharks will be collecting gently used footwear in support of The Shoe Bank, outside Giant Tiger, Perth, Saturday, May 6, 9:00 a.m.

- 1:00 p.m. Info: 613-264-1510, Northernlandsharks. com or Facebook.

Vegan Cooking School, Nutritious, tasty and colourful. Wednesdays 12-1:30 PM May 3,10,17,24,31 at The Perth SDA Church, Info and Register at 613 264 3794. Space is limited!

Yard Sale Community Support Services Perth Friday May 12 @ 7:00am. 1 Sherbrooke St. The Old Perth Shoe Factory Rain or Shine

RURAL 6 hand euchre, light lunch, every Saturday, 1 p.m. Montague & District Seniors Club, 658 Rosedale Rd S. (613)283-8482.

Ashton United Church. Turkey & Ham Supper. 4-7pm. Saturday May 6, Take outs available. All welcome Balderson United Church, will be having a Indoor Yard Sale/Bake Sale, Sat. May 13, 9-2pm.

Beef Dinner, North Gower United Church, Wednesday, May 10, 4:30pm to 7:00pm, Alfred Taylor Community Centre, North Gower. Reserve your tickets now!! take outs available, Mary 613-4892697.

Bolingbroke CPHC Diners’ Club at ABC Hall 4th Tuesday at noon (except in Aug.) Full course dinner, socialization. All adults over 50, and also anyone with a limited physical ability welcome Info/reservation: Barb 613-273-6307 or 613-272-8014.

Bolingbroke seniors’ group “Forever Friends” 2nd Wed. at noon ABC Hall. Potluck, socialization.

(March to Dec.). New members welcome. Info: Joyce 613-273-4832 Clayton Hall, Olde Tyme Music & Dinner, May 7, 2-6 p.m. supper at 5. All musicians welcome.

Proceeds to Clayton Hall.

Diabetes and You Support and Education DropIn. 3rd Thursday of month. Spring into Wellness - an Overview of CPHC Programs. Thursday May 18, 1011:30 a.m. Country Roads Community Health Centre, 4319 Cove Rd., Portland.

Euchre at ABC Hall, Bolingbroke changes to every TUESDAY at 7p.m. from May to October.

Prizes, lunch. Info: Joanne 613-279-1106 or Norma 613-273-2580.

Fun and Fitness, Mondays, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Watson’s Corners Hall. Info: Kara 613-259-2182.

General Meeting, May 11 at 7 p.m. Montague Forget-Me-Not Seniors. Info: 613-283-8482.

Guthrie United Church (Clayton), Fundraiser Yard Sale. May 13, 8 am -1 pm, in church basement.

Hamburger Friday starts May 5th burger, sausage, hot dogs & fries every week 12-2pm take out available 613-273-3615 RCLegion Br#542, Westport Hilltop Jamboree, Sunday, May 14 McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Hall. Doors open noon. Supper 5 p.m. Music starts at 1 p.m.

Lanark County Genealogical Society Meeting, Saturday May 6, 1:30pm, : Brunton Hall, Beckwith Township Municipal Office Complex, Blacks Corners. Guest Speaker, Randy Boswell. An ex-newspaper man.

Mahjongg (both Chinese and American) is played on Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. ABC Hall in Bolingbroke, 3166 Bolingbroke Rd. Newcomers welcome (beginner table with lessons each week). Donations goes to hall upkeep. Call Rosetta 613-268-2548.

Merrickville United Church Annual Book Sale 2017. Fridays May 5, 12, 19: 12pm to 8pm, Saturdays May 6, 13, 20: 9am to 4pm Monday May 22: 9am to 4pm Monday Nite Bingo, Royal Canadian Legion Br#542, Westport. Doors open 6pm bingo starts 7pm, watch for progressive toonie pot, bonanza & jackpot.

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Furious film franchise keeps getting bigger, faster with latest release MOVIE: The Fate of the Furious STARRING: Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham, Tyrese Gibson, Chris Bridges, Nathalie Emmanuel, Kurt Russell and Charlize Theron DIRECTOR: F. Gary Gray RATING: PG An action movie doesn't have to be well written to be good. It helps, but it isn't necessary. You could easily pick apart The Fate of the Furious. Everything from broken laws of physics to holes you could drive a Lamborghini through. But a good action film can be so cool none of that matters.

When terrorists get their hands on an EMP device that can take a city back to the stone age, Agent Hobbs calls in the team. Dom (Vin Diesel), Letty (Michelle Rodriguez), Roman (Tyrese Gibson), Tej (Chris Bridges) and Ramsey (Nathalie Emmanuel) rev up to get the device back. It all goes to plan right up to the moment Dom betrays them and takes the EMP. The team is at a loss for what happened until Mr. Nobody (Kurt Russell) rounds them up.

He believes Dom is working with

My Take

MARK HASKINS

an international cyber terrorist called Cipher (Charlize Theron).

He needs Hobbs, Letty and the rest to find Dom and stop Cipher. Of course Mr. Nobody understands they might need help, so he's brought in Decker (Jason Statham) to give a hand.

What the team doesn't realize is that Cipher is forcing Dom. She has something so precious that Dom has no choice. Cipher has Dom's son.

In a series that prides itself on going bigger, faster, and better with each movie, you'd think by film four or five there would be nowhere left to go. But then there was episodes six, seven and then eight. Eight shatters any previous bar set by any other Furious movie like it was made of glass.

From zombie-car apocalypse to nuclear submarines to car stunts and fight scenes that redefine the definition of action, The Fate of the Furious is the jet-powered rocket-car of action movies.

I won't pretend the film is without flaws, but I will say the film is so much fun it's easy to overlook them. The Fate of the Furious isn't about wining meaningless golden statues. It's about the kind of action pregnant mothers and the faint of heart should avoid.

The cast is all about kicking butt and looking cool while they do it. Few do it better than Vin Diesel but when he's with Michelle Rodriguez, Dwayne Johnson, Tyrese Gibson, Chris Bridges, and Nathalie Emmanuel, something magical happens.

Newcomer Scott Eastwood fits well, but adding Jason Statham, Kurt Russell, and — I kid you not — Helen Mirren takes it to a new level.

There have been some coldblooded psychopaths in movie history, but Charlize Theron as Cipher is one of the blackest of the black. It's as riveting a performance as it is disturbing.

The Fate of the Furious marks the beginning of the end for the franchise, and I have complete faith these last films will outdo all those that have gone before.

Mark Haskins’ column is a regular feature.

Venues announced for 2017 Festival of Small Halls The festival that melds big names in music with rural communities in eastern Ontario is enlivening new spaces this fall.

Last year, the Ontario Festival of Small Halls got bigger and better, expanding its scope and bringing internationallyrenowned musicians to two dozen rural gathering spaces. For 2017, the festival is growing once again, encompassing more than 30 community halls from even further afield. The celebration of exceptional live music is taking place from Sept. 14 to Oct. 1, in intimate settings to showcase local hubs, attract visitors to new regions, and build community.

The new host halls this year stretch from Dacre to Merrickville to Alexandria. While some venues are familiar hosts from last year, such as Chaffey’s Lock, others are new to the festival lineup, such as Dunvegan and Balderson.

Kelly Symes, general manager of the Ontario Festival of Small Halls, said the festival allows music fans to experience a memorable evening of song and dance in cherished places that have a long history of gathering people

together.

“We’re delighted to continue showcasing these intimate gathering places and welcome bigname musical acts to small-town Ontario,” she said, noting that 30 new halls applied from across eastern Ontario.

Symes said the new venues were selected based on their history, charm and the eagerness of their volunteer teams. “These spaces play a vital role in bringing people together,” she said.

“Some of the new venues include heritage spaces, a former schoolhouse and even a radio concert hall.”

Organizers will be announcing dates and acts later this spring for the following chosen venues: * La Fraternité, Alexandria; * Almonte Old Town Hall; * Joshua Bates Centre, Athens; * Balderson United Church; * Stonefields, Beckwith; * Althorpe Bolingbroke Community Hall; * Burritts Rapids Community Hall; * Chaffey’s Lock Community Hall; * DACA Community Centre,

Dacre; * Delta Old Town Hall; * Dunvegan Recreation Hall; * The Red Brick School, Elgin; * Lyndhurst Legion (Royal Canadian Legion Branch 504); * Maberly Hall; * St. James Roman Catholic Church, Maxville; * McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Hall; * Merrickville United Church; * Union Hall, Mississippi Mills; * Morton Community Hall; * Portland Community Hall; * Valley Heritage Radio, Renfrew; * Batstone’s Northern Ramble; * Seeley’s Bay Community Hall; * Spencerville Mill; * Tatlock Community Hall; * St. Andrew’s United Church, Pakenham; * St. Andrew’s United Church, Toledo; * Westmeath Recreation Centre; and, * Winchester Old Town Hall.

For more, visit www.thefestivalofsmallhalls.com.

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Mother’s Day, ABC Association “Spring Fling” Fashion show. Saturday, May 6, 7 p.m. Brought to you by Perth’s Lavender and Lace, Westport Bamboo Company, Savvy Shoes of Westport and Sally Hopkins handcrafted jewelry. Lynne 613-273-8834. www.abchall.ca Mother’s Day Supper, ham, meatballs, scalloped potatoes, baked beans etc and desserts. Anglican Church Hall at Frankville, May 13, 5:30pm, Advance tickets. Info: Alice 613-284-0307.

Mother’s Day Tea, Saturday, May 13, 11:30 & 1pm. Bethel United Church, 1500 Rideau Ferry Rd. Reserved tickets call Barb 613-283-6324 Musician’s circle, Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m.

ABC Hall, 3166 Bolingbroke Rd. All musicians and all genres of music welcome (country, jazz, blues, folk, easy listening, blue grass etc.) Donations goes to hall upkeep. Info: Matt Churchill 613-273-9005.

New Horizon Club -Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday Sept to May - New Horizon Club meets in the Burritt’s Rapids Community Hall. Most meetings at 2:00 pm. Potlucks and special meetings with meals at 12 noon. For info call Janet at 613-260-2737.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Montague, Centennial Hall, 9:3011:30 a.m. 613-283-0095.

Paint & Sip. North Lanark Regional Museum (647 River Road, Appleton) Saturday, May 6. 1-3PM. Call 613-257-8503 or email appletonmuseum@hotmail.com for your invitation!

Picket Fences, Westport’s Jimmy Jones Fri. May 12th, 9-1pm light lunch RC Legion Br#542, Westport country & classic rock band proceeds to generator for Legion (back up for local school) Prestonvale Cemetery Annual Meeting, Tuesday, May 9, at 7 pm. Township Hall, Drummond Centre. All plot holders welcome.

Registration and Open House for North Crosby Tennis Club Shillington Park near Westport Saturday May 6, 10-12. Come check out to the courts, try out your racquet! Refreshments provided. Info 613-2849908.

Rideau Lakes Horticultural Society May 2017 general meeting on Wednesday May 3. Portland Community Hall. 7:15 PM. Refreshments served starting at 6:45 PM. Guest Speaker: Olivia Chuchryk, Topic: Dancing Dahlias www.charinghousegardens.ca/

Rideau Mellowdears, all male chorus, always welcome new voices. Wednesday, May 10, l:30-3:30 p.m., and each Wednesday, at Bethel United Church, Rideau Ferry Road. No Audition Necessary. Contact: Lorne 613-264-1277.

Shopping bus trip. Every 2nd Tuesday of the month (May 9). Leaving Portland Community Hall, 9 a.m. Info./location 613-272-2676.

Six Hand Euchre, May 5, Elgin Municipal Hall, 7:30 pm, every Friday night, prizes, snack/coffee 613272-2227. Everyone welcome.

Spaghetti Night- First Friday every month, May 5, 5-7 p.m. Legion, Br. 231, Portland.

St. Stephen’s Church Dinner and Euchre, Thursday, May 4, noon, at Maberly Community Hall.

Yard Sale, St. John’s Church, corner of Hwy. 7 & Fergusons Falls Rd Hwy. 7, East of Innisville, Saturday May 6 & May 13, 7:00-2:00pm. Different articles added each week.

SMITHS FALLS 4 hand euchre, Wednesday, May 10, 7:00 p.m. downstairs at the Legion, Main St. Good prizes, good food. 613-284-1074.

40 Plus Singles Dinner & Dance, Civitan Club, #12468 Hwy 15, Smiths Falls, Saturday, May 6th, Dinner at 7 PM dance to follow. Information: 613-2855557 Bid Euchre, Every Monday evening, 7 p.m., Legion Br 95.

Bingo, Every Thursday evening, 7 p.m. (canteen open from 4:30-7 p.m.) Royal Canadian Legion Br 95.

Civitan Bingo every Tuesday, Smiths Falls Civitan Hall. Start 7 p.m. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Canteen available. Proceeds to help fund charity and community projects.

Duplicate Bridge, Every Monday evening, 7 p.m., Legion Br 95.

Duplicate Bridge Lessons with Games, Every Tuesday afternoon, 1 p.m., Legion Br 95.

Duplicate Bridge, Monday evenings at 7 p.m. and Tuesday afternoons at 12:45 p.m., at the Smiths Falls Legion.

EA- Emotions Anonymous- 12-step organization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings (every Tuesday)- May 9, 7 p.m. Salvation Army Church (side

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Fish & Chips, Apr 28 & May 12, served from 4-7 p.m. in the Lancaster Hall, Legion Br 95 (Held every second Friday).

Giant Yard Sale in Merrickville, May 6 & 7.

Donate items week of May 1 - 5 drop off at the pool.

ARC/community pool. No hardcover books. Info 613284-5208 Good Food for a Healthy Baby, every Tuesday, 1-3 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 73 Beckwith St. N. Info: 613-257-2779 ext 3106 (or ext 3100).

Mother’s Day Supper Westminster Presbyterian Church, Saturday, May 13th. Doors open at 4:30 PM. Roast chicken, potatoes, vegetables, salad, dessert, tea/ coffee. Silent Auction. Call 613-283-2318, 613-2836987, 613-283-7527 for tickets Ontario Early Years Centre How to Talk so Kids will Listen, Tuesdays, May 2, 9, 16, CROW Office, 91 Cornelia Street W, 6:30-8:30p.m. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre Infant playgroup, Mondays, May 1, 8, 15, 29. CROW Office, 91 Cornelia Street W, 1-2 p.m. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre Infant playgroup, Mondays, May 1, 8, 15, 29, CROW Office, 91 Cornelia Street W, 1-2 p.m. 613-283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Fridays, Apr. 28,May 5, 12, 19, 26. OEYC 9-noon. 613-2830095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. OEYC, 9:00 a.m.-12 noon. 613283-0095.

Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Wednesdays, May 3, 19, 17, 24, 31. Trinity United Church, 9:00-11:30am. 613-283-0095.

Open Mic, Every Tuesday evening, 8 p.m., Canadian Room, Royal Canadian Legion Br 95.

Parents and Children’s Group, every Thursday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the First Baptist Church (73 Beckwith St N) Info: 613-283-9307 (or 613-257-2779 ext 3100).

Spring Craft, Bake, Yard Sale, Civitan Club, #12468 Hwy 15, Saturday May 6, 10-2pm, Many new crafters this year, Info: 613-283-4037 or cporter730@ gmail.com Spring Fling, May 11, 7pm, Civitan Club, Planter demonstration for Canada’s 150th, by Lee from Green Acres. Talented speaker/singer Celeste Zugec. Silent auction door prizes. Tickets: 613-283-0549

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Jim Deacove (centre) sat at a small high table in The Station Theatre foyer thinking he did, indeed, want to go back and see the second half.

By the end of the first act he was “getting intrigued. You have to follow the footprints” being laid down, he said, adding “the girl (Grace Lee who plays Laurel) is wonderful; she stays in character even when not speaking.” For him, however, “the butler steals the show!” His wife Ruth and friend Ian Moffatt, all from Perth, accompanied him to the performance. The Chalk Garden runs May 4, 5, 6 at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee on Sunday May 7 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at Special Greetings, 8 Russell Street E., Smiths Falls (cash only), smithsfallstheatre.com (PayPal/Visa/MasterCard), by phone at 613-283-0300 (Visa/MasterCard), or at the door, if available, a half-hour before performance (cash only).

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STEP #1: Make a Plan In an emergency, your family may not be together, or you may be asked to evacuate your home. Thinking about what you would do in different situations and preparing a plan with every member of your family is the first step to being prepared.

STEP #2: Build an Emergency Survival Kit Your emergency survival kit should have everything you and your family would need to be safe and take care of yourselves for at least three days immediately following an emergency.

Tay Valley Council invites residents to join them in PITCH-IN MONTH 2017 clean-up activities. The Township is extending the period for collection of litter again this year to provide more opportunities to beautify our community. Collected debris can be deposited at any of our waste sites FREE! As good stewards of our community, we encourage all local groups and agencies to participate in debris collection around our lakes, roadways, local parks and in our neighbourhoods!

STEP #3: Be Informed There are two main ways that you can be informed about emergencies: sign up for Ontario’s emergency alerts, and learn more about the hazards you can face and how you can be prepared for them. During an emergency, you should stay tuned to Lake 88.1. Be sure to have a portable, battery-operated or crank radio in your survival kit in case of power outages.

Tay Valley Township will provide FREE bag tags & clear bags to Lake and Road Associations, Schools, Community Watch, Church Groups, Scouts/Guides, sports groups, 4-H groups or individuals who preregister their planned activities. Please remember to separate your recyclables before bringing to the waste sites.

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Registration forms are available at the Township Office or on the Township’s website at (www.tayvalleytwp.ca).

WILD PARSNIP IN TAY VALLEY TOWNSHIP Township Roads: Please be advised that Tay Valley Township will not be conducting a roadside spraying program to control the spread of Wild Parsnip in 2017 along Township roads and properties.

Tay Valley will continue our roadside mowing program, as in past years, along Township roads.

Tay Valley monitored the Wild Parsnip situation in 2016 and made notes of areas of infestation so that we can make informed decisions on this issue in future years.

County Roads: Lanark County as well as some local municipalities within Lanark County have decided to carry out a roadside spraying program beginning in late May through to the end of June, 2017. If you live, or own property, adjacent to a County Road then the road allowance may be sprayed under the County program unless you advise the County of Lanark you do not wish it to be sprayed and elect to participate in one of the no spray options. Please contact the County of Lanark at 613-267-4200 or go online at http://www.lanarkcounty.ca/Page1875.aspx for a map of roads to be sprayed and for further information on the no spray options.

About Wild Parsnip: Wild Parsnip is an invasive plant that is increasingly common within Lanark County and was added to Ontario’s list of Noxious Weeds in January, 2015. The plant is most commonly found in areas such as road shoulders, roadside ditches, rail corridors, trails and uncultivated lands.

Wild Parsnip may pose a health risk to humans as the plant sap may cause skin and eye irritation and make the skin prone to sever burning and blistering when exposed to the sun.

The blisters typically occur one to two days after contact with the plant. In some cases, this can result in long term scarring of the skin.

The best way to avoid contact with Wild Parsnip is to become familiar with what the plant looks like and the proper handling techniques when dealing with the plant.

Information to identify and deal with Wild Parsnip is available on Ontario’s Invading Species Awareness Program website www.invadingspecies.com Additional information can also be obtained from the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit at http://www.healthunit.org/hazards/dangerousweeds.html.

2017 SOCCER REGISTRATION Registration forms are available for pickup in person at the Municipal Office or can be downloaded from our website at www.tayvalleytwp.ca under “Resident Services, Recreation Programs”.

Soccer games are held on Monday evenings at the Glen Tay Public School (multiple fields) from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., starting on May 29th and running until July 31st. The registration fee is $40.00 per person.

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Light shone through the darkness in Smiths Falls to honour lives touched by cancer.

Twenty-one bags were illuminated in a semicircle around a tree at Kinsmen Park beside town hall at dusk on Wednesday, April 26.

At Wednesday’s ceremony, names were written on each bag to honour loved ones who either are battling, have survived or have succumbed to some form of cancer.

The ceremony is the first of its kind in Smiths Falls — and kicked off the Canadian Cancer Society’s fundraising campaign Relay For Life which will wrap up in town on June 10.

Christine Bles and her son, Jason, 12, wrote messages on two bags in honour of Bles’ mother, Carol Saumure, who fought and survived her battle with breast cancer.

Bles also illuminated a bag in honour of her friend who is currently battling breast cancer.

“It’s touching more and more families,” said Bles. "And more people in more families."

Bles said staying positive and having a good attitude is key when confronting the disease.

Mayor Shawn Pankow also shared his personal story to the small crowd gathered at dusk in the park.

Pankow’s grandfather died of lung cancer and his godmother was recently diagnosed with breast cancer.

“We all know too many people who have suffered,” he said.

Pankow recalled that at one time he knew 10 people suffering with cancer at the same time. Since then, two have died and the others have carried on.

Pankow spoke of his godmother’s strength.

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Celebration of life to be held Friday for former police chief, Larry Hardy

BY LAURIE WIER

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After a valiant battle with lung disease, the former chief of police of Smiths Falls has passed away.

Larry Hardy died April 26 with his devoted wife Khris, and their daughter Khristal by his side.

Service will be held Friday, May 5 at Lannin Funeral Home, 35 Main St., Smiths Falls at 9 a.m. followed by a celebration of life at the Royal Canadian Legion, Smiths Falls Branch 95, at noon, which is located across the street.

Hardy developed chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in 2011 and had received a double-lung transplant last year.

In a story with this newspaper in 2015, a fundraising campaign was started to help the family with costs they were incurring as Hardy was on the transplant waiting list.

One lung would have been a lifesaver for him, but he was the recipient of a double-lung transplant.

“I don’t have any other problems… but I need air.

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The late former Smiths Falls Police Chief, Larry Hardy.

I am fit as a fiddle and I’m staying optimistic. We’re going to move on,” he told this newspaper prior to receiving a double-lung transplant.

Many years ago, Hardy was diagnosed and treated as asthmatic, Khris said in the same interview.

Hardy worked as a baker, and as a janitor and together he and Khris ran that business before Hardy became a police officer in Exeter, Ont.,

near London. great-nephews, extended fam- thy, the family would appre- ber to sign your Donor Card.

From there, he was em- ily, friends and neighbours. ciate donations to The Lung Online condolences available ployed as a police officer for As expressions of sympa- Association. Please remem- at www.lannin.ca five years before becoming chief of police. He transferred to Smiths Falls in 1990, where he was the chief until retirement in 2012.

It was in 2011 when he was diagnosed with COPD by a respirologist in Ottawa, Dr. Chatha.

One morning, he woke up and couldn’t breathe.

Hardy was taken to the hospital where he remained for a week before his COPD diagnosis.

“It was a shock to the system,” he said. “When the respirologist suggested a transplant, I didn’t think that was for anyone but the rich and famous. My wife and I decided, why not give it a try.”

Hardy is survived by grandchildren Alissa Streight, Braydon Comeau and Lucas Comeau, and siblings Marion Allison, Merle-Ann Northam and Robert Hardy.

Submission He was predeceased by his Arlie’s Books owner Kerri Edwards (right) presents a cheque for $1,150 to The Ottawa parents Richard and Merle Hospital’s Andrea Peponoulas in support of Dr. John Bell’s oncolytic virus research projHardy, and by his brother ect. Edwards, who was diagnosed with Stage 3 rectal cancer in January, ran an awareThomas Hardy. ness fundraiser during her six-weeks of radiation and chemotherapy treatments with a He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, portion of all sales going to support Dr. Bell’s research. More information on Dr. Bell’s exciting project can be found online at: http://www.ohri.ca/profile/jbell.

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BY Evelyn Harford

municipal partners agree to it.

A decision is expected from Montague's council in the near future, while MerrickvilleWolford's council didn’t pass the cost-sharing agreement at their meeting on April 24.

Morris stated under the new "weighted assessment model" Merrickville-Wolford's assessment went down from 6.6 per cent to 4.1 per cent, and that it's important Smiths Falls has a policy to deal with this municipality.

"It's important for them to know we're planning to control usership," he said.

Options before council include barring access to recreation or requesting a user surcharge for participants from municipalities for non-contributing members like MerrickvilleWolford.

Morris explained that similar discussions occurred in 2012 when the previous, and now expired, recreation cost-sharing agreement was being negotiated. The eventual product of these discussions was an agreement between Smiths Falls, Rideau Lakes, Montague and Drummond/North Elmsley but not Merrickville-Wolford and Elizabethtown/Kitley. In a response to the failure to reach a deal with Merrickville-Wolford and Elizabethtown/Kitley, Smiths Falls council imposed a user surcharge applicable to participants from noncontributing municipalities. The surcharge was $378.29 per user – a policy in existence today.

Though Morris and other town staff explained surcharges are difficult to administer.

Morris explained that the surcharges are often left to sports leagues to decipher where their players are coming from and charge accordingly.

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Smiths Falls town council will consider barring "non-contributing" municipalities from using their recreation services.

The discussion was initiated after a report on cost-sharing was brought forward to council at a special committee of the whole meeting on May 1 by the town's Chief Administrative Officer, Malcolm Morris.

Morris reported that the town held a series of meeting with the heads of council and CAOs of Rideau Lakes, Montague, Drummond/North Elmsley, Merrickville-Wolford and Elizabethtown/Kitley to explore a different method of distributing costs among the partner municipalities.

According to Morris' report, Smiths Falls began to initiate dialogue with its municipal neighbours in March 2016 to address costsharing agreements.

Morris reported to council the municipalities eventually agreed on a “weighted assessment model” to more equitably share the costs of operating the Memorial Community Centre and Youth Arena.

The weighted assessment is similar to the calculations used to assess how much to tax a municipal resident.

"It's not based on actual usage," said Morris. "But value assessment in the catchment area."

Morris reported that at this time, three of the five neighbouring municipalities engaged in discussions have expressed support to enter the multi-party agreement, namely Elizabethtown-Kitley, Rideau Lakes and Drummond/ North Elmsley, with a provision that other

"It's an awkward way of collecting a fee," he said.

This is why town staff suggested barring access, instead of a surcharge.

"This is not going to be fun for anybody," said Art Manhire, the town's manager of community services. "Anytime there's discussion to restrict access, it's something that taken seriously."

Coun. Jay Brennan said that he didn't see how user fees would be helpful and that as a council, the group needs to say, "If you're not going to pay, you can't use it."

"It's tough to say," he said. "But we need to be fair to our partners."

Barring access to non-contributing municipalities was supported by the majority of Smiths Falls' council during their COW meeting on May 1.

"It's not going to be easy going forward from this," said Mayor Shawn Pankow.

Smiths Falls town staff will bring forward the final agreement forward to COW once endorsement has been secured from the municipal partners.

Coun. Joe Gallipeau voiced concern that a decision to bar access could inhibit young people from getting involved in sport.

However, Brennan said that that very discussion needs to happen within the councils of Smiths Falls' municipal neighbours.

"This has been a long time coming," said Coun. Lorraine Allen.

In the meantime, a Joint Municipal Recreation Advisory Panel terms of reference is being developed following Smiths Falls committee of the whole endorsement on April 10.

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Many of Montague’s residents use the arena and the township pays for the service through a cost-sharing agreement. Montague’s CAO Jasmin Ralph reported that the township’s 2016 expense for recreation in Smiths Falls was $49,273.50.

Ralph reported that the new agreement between Smiths Falls and Montague includes a charge of $50,852 for the provision of recreation services.

“There is a phase-in clause in the agreement which charges only 90 per cent of this amount in the 2017 year, this would be an overall cost of $45,766.80 to the township for 2017,” she wrote in an email correspondence with the Record News.

Montague is currently considering the recreation agreement and also awaiting comments regarding the terms of reference for the Joint Advisory Panel from the other councils.

“I expect that a report will come back to council in May,” wrote Ralph.

“What’s good for Smiths Falls is good for Montague,” said Montague’s Deputy Reeve, Klaas Van Der Meer. “We have to work together; there’s just no way around it.”

Van Der Meer said the board or committee wouldn’t be there to micro-manage operations but would work to discuss big picture strategy and improve communication and dialogue between the communities.

“A job gets done a lot easier if everybody helps," he said.

Morris emphasized that this board or committee would not be a “governance board” but a way to improve dialogue between the municipalities.

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“It was a close call,” said Pankow.

Kristel Lennox, a Pearl Street resident who lives two doors down from the fire, said she became aware of the incident when her four-year-old niece started calling out, “It’s an emergency, fire,” she said.

“I grabbed my cell phone and called 911.”

As she was doing that, she and another woman ran next door and started knocking on as many windows and doors as they could to make sure people knew what was going on. One woman appeared tentatively at the glass door wrapped in a towel. “I was rapping and yelling to get out,” Lennox said.

After quickly escaping the apartment, Lennox said she brought the woman over to her home and gave some clothes to wear. “She’s not my size but I was able to give her something to wear. She was shaken.”

Lennox said she knows several people who live at 8 Pearl. “I’ve already offered our home up,” she said.

There is extensive damage, particularly to the upper floors, and families have been displaced.

Chimo Elementary School was in a lock and hold position until it was safe to release them since the school yard backs onto the apartment complex. All students and staff were unharmed during the incident.

Pankow said it’s another devastating fire in town, but has no doubt the com-

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Fire rips through the third floor of 8 Pearl St. April 28.

munity will rally behind its displaced residents.

“We’re working with Lanark County Victim Services and the Red Cross for immediate housing,” the mayor said.

“We’re looking for long-term solutions for them though, and I would like to put a call out to anyone who would have an apartment for rent...”

Pankow said five of the units were owner-operated condominiums, and the remaining 17 apartments were rented out.

“We’ve got Healey’s Bus Service transporting people to accommodations – the Econo Lodge and motels that will allow pets,” he said.

“Then there are 20-some units next door that had to be evacuated for a couple of days, so they’ll be needing temporary housing as well.”

Normandin said firefighters were

still engaged in “salvage and overhaul inside the building” at around 3:30 p.m.

Friday afternoon. “We do want to try to minimize the damage for the residents,” he said.

Residents next door at 10 Pearl St., were able to return home Saturday.

Donations to help support the displaced residents can be made in the following ways: • Cash donations are being collected by the Salvation Army – they can be reached at 613-283-3563.

• Donations of small appliances, furniture, and dishes are being accepted at the former Ardene’s store (back of mall entrance) within the County Fair Mall during regular business hours.

Victim Services of Lanark County conducted a needs’ assessment for the displaced residents as it relates to clothing, footwear, personal items, etc. Items need are: Prescription Glasses; Ladies’ pants, sizes 27/32, 29, 10/12, XL, 2x; 20, 24; Ladies’ tops, sizes S, M, L, XL, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X; Ladies’ shoes, 7, 8, 8.5, 9; Men’s shirts, L, XL, XXL, XXXL; Men’s pants, 32, 38/32; 32/30; 42/30; 40/30, 40-42; and Men’s shoes, 9,1010.5W, 10.5, 12, 13.

And for children: 12 to 18-month, and 18- to 24-month outfits; Baby shoes size 3 or 4, and 5; and Pampers and wipes (non-scented and for sensitive skin) size 4 and 5.

Pankow encouraged those wanting to help with cash or gift cards to make donations to the Salvation Army.

“We know that many of the residents will need beds, couches, dishes,

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Post. She also urged residents who are looking to get into their unit or have questions about insurance to contact Richard McLean, who is in charge of the building’s security and general care of the building, at 613-297-2446.

No one will be sent into the building alone.

“People want their items,” she said.

“One by one, we’ll take people in.”

The earliest residents will have access to their units is Friday.

The insurance adjuster has already helped residents access essential items, such as medications, in affected units, she noted. Other residents in the Pearl Street complex who utilized the laundry facilities at 8 Pearl St. will have to wash their clothing at other Laundromats.

Pankow reported on Tuesday, May 2, that some of the former residents have found a new apartment and will be moving this week.

The most critical needs right now, donations of food, gift cards and restaurant gift certificates – all of which can be taken to the Salvation Army.

Pankow reported that cash donations are coming in to The Salvation Army, but with approximately 50 victims, they will be waiting for a while before distributing.

The initial damage is estimated to be around $750,000. The Ontario Fire Marshal and the Smiths Falls fire department are still investigating the incident.

The investigation into the fire could take up to a year.

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On Tuesday, May 2, Tweed Inc., the medical marijuana company based in town, announced that the company would be donating $10,000 to those affected by the fire.

Cleanup The cleanup from last Friday’s fire is not expected to be quick.

Anne Burgoon, the building’s property manager, told the Record News Monday, May 1, that repairs to the 21 impacted units could take nine to 12 months.

“It’s a hard time,” said Burgoon, who works as the property manager for 2, 4, 6 and 8 Pearl St. units. “(The third floor) is virtually nonexistent,” she said.

The third floor is where the fire started and it will be reconstructed, while the lower floors will be stripped of damage and rebuilt.

“We’re going down to the studs on the lower floors,” said Burgoon.

Structural engineers are expected to determine this week where the building is sound, and where its integrity has been weakened by the fire.

At this time it is unknown what long-term housing solution will be implemented to aid the impacted families.

Burgoon wanted impacted residents to know that since they won’t have access to their mail, arrangements must be made to redirect mail with Canada

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of Life Event is not only meant to symbolize the kick off to Relay For Life but also serves as a safe space to share cancer stories.

“It’s a very powerful moment and one of my favourite parts of relay,” said Carley.

The donations collected at Wednesday’s event will be pooled into the final fundraising total for the Relay For Life Campaign.

Carley said last year the local fundraising efforts brought in around $50,000 to the Canadian Cancer Society.

The funds not only go toward cancer research, it also helps fund local initiatives like the peer support service, Cancer Connections

and Wheels of Hope.

“Every dollar helps us,” said Carley.

Carley said that even $2 can make a difference. By donating a couple of dollars, that could help a researcher purchase a petri dish. Carley said that petri dish could be the dish that could make a new breakthrough in cancer research.

The ceremony comes at the end of Daffodil month — which runs annually during the month of April.

Money raised during Daffodil month, run by the Canadian Cancer Society, is put toward initiatives that help people living with cancer and their families and fund life-saving research as well as information and support services.

“With Daffodil month winding

down and relay kicking off it’s great timing (for the event),” said Carley.

This year’s local Relay For Life, run by the Canadian Cancer Society, will take place on June 10, 2017 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute.

For more information about the Luminary Celebration of Life Event, please visit relayforlife.ca/luminary.

For more information about this year’s Relay For Life, please visit relayforlife.ca/smithsfalls or contact Anita Carley at the Canadian Cancer Society’s FLA & The Waterways community office at 1-866877-0309 or email acarley@ontario. cancer.ca.

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Smiths Falls council approves ARC funding

BY EVELYN HARFORD

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After four months of discussion, Smiths Falls town council has officially approved funding for the Smiths Falls & District Aquatic Recreation Centre (ARC).

The town has agreed to provide the ARC with $26,600 — with conditions.

Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding at their regularly held council meeting on Monday, May 1, 2017, after the proposed MOU, drafted by town staff, came before council for discussion at a special Committee of the Whole meeting held before the vote.

Council worked for about half an hour to come to an agreement and pass the MOU. “I do not want this to go to staff again,” said Coun. Lorraine Allen after some 20 minutes of back and forth between council members discussing the conditions of funding. “This needs to be accepted.”

Allen, who has been a vocal supporter of the pool, encouraged the group to come to an agreement to avoid putting the funding request back to staff after a number of months trying to reach a decision.

The ARC first came before council

in January, requesting $26,600 for the pool’s operations.

Between now and then the debate has moved from whether or not to fund the pool at all to a discussion surrounding the funding’s conditions.

Last month, council decided that they would provide matching funds for the pool’s operation relative to the other surrounding municipalities.

Once the town knows what other municipalities have agreed to pay, they’ll be able to calculate the amount of money out of the $26,600 that will be used for the pool’s operations and what remaining amount will be allocated to provide free swimming and busing.

In April, the town’s Chief Administrative Officer Malcolm Morris estimated the amount for free swimming and busing at between $1,500 and $5,000, however, the total amount contributed by other municipalities is not known.

The MOU approved on May 1 will require that the town pay the pool on a monthly basis — including a lump sum retroactive payment for the months between January and April, that the ARC provide busing for free swims on a trial basis (allowing the ARC to adjust if the buses aren’t be-

ing used) and that the ARC offer free swims to youth during “prime time.”

Art Manhire, the manager of community services, will be tasked with managing the bus trial and the free swim timing.

Manhire said that he will suggest to the ARC that they hold free swims during local schools’ Professional Development days when students will be off school and able to attend.

The drafted MOU suggested that free swims would be held on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. — something Coun. Dawn Quinn opposed.

“There’s no point having a free swim on a Tuesday at 1 p.m. when the kids are in school,” she said.

Coun. Jay Brennan, who has repeatedly voiced his concern about funding the pool, wanted everyone to work together an reach common ground.

“I want everyone to be on-side here,” he said prior to the ultimate decision being made.

Once a majority was reached, council spoke and the MOU was passed.

Coun. Joe Gallipeau declared a monetary interest in the matter and excused himself from council chambers when the decision was being made.

TAKE NOTICE that the Planning Advisory Committee of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes will hold a public meeting on the 24th day of May, 2017, at 1:00pm to review an application to amend the Township of Rideau Lakes’ Zoning By-law #2005-6.

The request is to change the zoning classification of the two subject properties from Rural (RU) to Rural Special Exception (RU-X-h).

The special exception is requested to allow an Outdoor Motor Vehicle Demonstration Facility, as defined by By-Law 2012-6, as an additional permitted use on the properties. The special exception is also requested to allow an Outdoor Recreation Facility on the subject properties. The Outdoor Recreation Facility includes commercially based recreational uses such as hiking, snowshoeing, skiing and skating. Both requested uses permit accessory uses / structures such as a main office, washroom facilities and picnic areas.

This project is proposed to be developed in 2 phases. Phase 1 shall include the uses noted above. Phase 2 shall include a Tourist Lodging Establishment, specifically Cabins, as defined by the Zoning By-Law. Phase 2 is to be placed into a holding designation until such time that any required studies are completed to the satisfaction of the Township and other commenting agencies. This may include, but is not limited to, a servicing study, a natural heritage study, as well as an emergency management plan.

The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment public meeting required under Section 34 of the Planning Act will take place at the Township’s municipal offices at 1439 County Rd 8, Delta, Ontario, K0E 1G0.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed amendment and copies of the proposed amendment are available for inspection at the Township Office during regular office hours.

FOR MORE INFORMATION about this matter, including information about preserving your appeal rights, contact Brittany Mulhern, Manager of Development Services at bmulhern@twprideaulakes.on.ca or 613-928-2251 ext. 244

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Community gathers in Smiths Falls for National Day of Mourning

BY Laurie Weir

ljweir@metroland.com

The Lanark District Labour Council hosted the National Day of Mourning event in Smiths Falls at Memorial Park on April 28.

Gathering just before sunset, the couple dozen supporters showed their respect to workers who were killed on the job.

The labour council is committed to remembering men and women who have died as a result of their work.

"It's always a nice service in Smiths Falls," said Ike Doornekamp of the labour council. "Our Perth service was also well-attended today."

Guest speaker, Donald Lafleur has been a union activist for nearly 40 years, starting with the Letter Carriers’ Union of Canada and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers, at the age of 19.

“It is important to recognize this day mainly because thousands of workers die every year in Canada at work or from work-related

disease, not to mention the thousands that are injured,” he told Metroland Media in an earlier interview.

During the service Lafleur mentioned that this year will mark the 25th anniversary of the Westray Mine explosion that claimed the lives of 26 miners working underground.

"Years of determined lobbying by miners' families and their union, the United Steelworkers, won new Criminal Code provisions in 2004, making it possible to prosecute employers for negligence leading to workplace death and injury," he said. "In the past 13 years, only four employers have been prosecuted under the Westray Law." The CLC says an urgent action play developed by federal, provincial, and territorial governments must include: * Training and directing Crown prosecutors to apply the Westray provisions of the Criminal Code; * Appointing dedicated prosecutors for workplace health and safety fatalities,

and training and directing police to apply the Westray provisions of the Criminal Code; *Ensuring regulators, police and Crown attorneys are coordinating.

Health and safety regulators must be reaching out to police when Westray charges might be warranted.

Mayor Shawn Pankow also spoke about the importance of safety measures on the job and thanked those in attendance for their efforts to those who hosted the event, and those who came to remember.

The evening was dedicated in remembrance to the following: Joe Drum-

mond, Ronald Craig, Robert David Rodford, Robert Campbell, Gordon Leggett, G. Ritchie Stanzel, David Lemay, Stephen McMullen, Bruce Halladay, Matthew McDougall, Carl J. Donahue, Georgie Anne Burrows, C. Kenneth Learmonth, and Luke MacIver.

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The Day of Mourning on April 28 in Smiths Falls recognized workers killed or injuried on the job. Last year, Joe Drummond’s name was added to the memorial stone in Smiths Falls. Here, his sons Riley, 9, and Colton, 5, are pictured with their mom Ceili prior to the ceremony.

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High Road Maintenance intends to utilize Wagar & Corput Weed Control Inc. to control weeds along Guardrails, Post and Roadsides along the following Provincial Highways.

List of Highways to be sprayed are as follows: Provincial Highway 138 will be sprayed in its entirety from Highway 401 to Highway 417.

Provincial Highway 15 will be sprayed from Kingston to Smith Falls.

The contractor will be using: Truvist (PCP#30920), containing active ingredient Aminocyclopyrachlor, and Chlorsulfuron.

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Participants in the Day of Mourning held at the Smiths Falls monument wait to lay flowers during the evening’s service.

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Mayor Shawn Pankow

(mayor@smithsfalls.ca) Phone: 613-283-4124 ext. 1110 Fax: 613-283-4764 Addr Address: 77 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls ON K7A 4T6

We are all blessed to live in a country where clean drinking water is as available as our closest tap. We all assume that the water flowing out is safe to drink and as a municipality, we have a legislated responsibility to ensure it is.

Furthermore, we also have a responsibility to collect and treat sewage and ensure that the water that flows from our Water Pollution Control Plant is also safe to be entering the Rideau River.

Yet, worldwide, the United Nations tells us 3.5 million people die each year due to inadequate water supply, sanitation and hygiene.

Closer to home, not far from the Canadian border, approximately 100,000 people in Flint, Michigan have been dealing with a water crisis of epic proportions as cost-cutting measures in this financially-challenged community resulted in high levels of lead in the city’s water supply.

We will never forget when gross negligence resulted in the death of seven people and caused over 2000 people to become seriously ill in Walkerton in 2000. Many legislated changes resulted from that terrible crisis that help preserve safe drinking water for everyone in Ontario today.

Smiths Falls Town Council carries the burden of ensuring your water supply is safe and must also ensure that our systems are sustainable for generations to come. For this reason, council completed a Water and Wastewater Financial Plan and rate study last year.

Between 2000 and 2008, council only increased water/wastewater rates twice – by 3% in 2004 and 2% in 2005. Rate increases started to grow significantly in 2008 rising 10%, then 10% again in 2009, 15% in 2010 and 10% in 2011. Rates have risen another 37% since then including the 2% increase in water and 3% increase in wastewater rates in 2017.

Council is very conscious of the burden this has on ratepayers but despite these increases, rates have been subsidized with tax revenues by significant amounts in the past – over $1.8 million between 2012 and 2015. In other words, without this subsidy from your property taxes, your water bills would have been much higher.

Our Water/Wastewater Financial Plan tells us we need to increase water rates by 7% and wastewater rates by 8% annually for the next decade or longer in order to ensure we maintain operations at the necessary level, and that we also commit enough investment annually into ongoing maintenance and capital replacements as required.

This council and past councils have always tried to balance increases in rates with the need to be sustainable. Efficiency has always been a priority and this council is taking that one step further as it completes service sustainability reviews of our water distribution, water treatment and wastewater treatment departments over the next year and a half. We hope that new technologies and a deep and detailed review of these operations will uncover savings that can help mitigate future increases to our water customers and help reduce the subsidy required from our tax revenues.

I understand that the cost of water and wastewater is high and does place a burden on our ratepayers. However, the current rates are required to ensure that we are able to provide safe and reliable water to your home for decades to come, and ensure we are able to collect and treat all sewage before anything flows into the Rideau at the other end. We were pleased to reduce your increases to 2% and 3% this year knowing we are still on track to meet the requirements of our long term financial plan and will continue to seek methods to reduce the burden we all pay in the future.

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RNAO winner

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Metroland Media reporter Desmond Devoy holds his award for community newspaper, best in-depth feature writing, from the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario, during the media awards at their annual general meeting at the Toronto Hilton Hotel on Friday, April 28. Devoy’s article, published in January of 2016, looked at a new PTSD clinic in Perth, which seeks to help first responders.

Thankful for award

t’s surreal to be the one getting the award, and not the person taking the photos. If you’re a reporter at a community newspaper, one thing you begin to get good at, like it or not, is taking photos of award winners. The local hockey club, special awards at graduation, a guest speaker receiving a coffee club from the women’s institute. That kind of thing.

But last week, on Friday, April 28, I felt like a fish out of water. Firstly, I was in a business suit, seated at the Hilton Hotel in downtown Toronto.

Beside me was David Common, the voice of World Report on CBC Radio One in the mornings. To my other side, my wonderful wife, who, in her journalistic career, has covered even more awards nights than I. Needless to say, I was in good company.

But on this night, I was seated at a table with a bunch of CBC Radio producers, far from Lanark County, casually discussing their visits to war zones and Washington, D.C. to do a piece on Donald Trump’s first 100 days as president, I wasn’t at the Probus Club any more. This was something else. I was there to receive an award from the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) for an in-depth feature I had written about the new Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder clinic in Perth.

I was humbled - and, if you can believe it, scared. In high school drama productions, I was often the first person to speak, or even the first person on stage. Tonight was no exception.

I was the first person up and had to perform in front of people who speak flawlessly, seemingly effortlessly, to large audiences.

My wife noticed me getting twitchy and held my hand. I started to calm down.

As I walked onto the stage, my mind was blurring with things I had to remember - specifically, don’t stutter or stammer, which drives my wife nuts, and remember that this is about people. People helping people.

So I thanked my news editor, Laurie Weir. Some editors like to micro-manage. She recognizes my strengths and weaknesses. She plays to my strengths, and tries to improve my weaknesses.

She trusts my judgment, or, at least, if she has any doubts, pitch a story idea to her. She was the one who nominated me for this award. I am blessed to have her as my news editor, for her trust and confidence in me.

I received some professional help that day from a young man, in a side story that proves that karma does

DESMOND DEVOY Des Says work. In 2010, Sam Cooley was a high school intern at the Canadian-Gazette in Carleton Place. Years later, as a university student, he interned again with me, this time at the Perth Courier. The day I covered the story at the PTSD clinic, he was there as a reporter for the Ottawa Sun. As we waited outside of the hall to go into the room, a man with a dog walked by. Sam seemed to know him I did not. Sam did not have to do what he did next. But he did.

“You do know who that is, don’t you?” he asked. I shook my head no.

He called up a story on the man, a decorated soldier who had served in Afghanistan, on his phone, and showed it to me, so that I did not look like an idiot when I interviewed him. As we walked into the meeting together, this time as equals, Sadly, a few days after his story ran, Sam, and many others, were laid off at the Sun. I thanked him too for his professional courtesy to me, as a great young reporter on the rise.

It meant so much to see my wife there at the edge of the stage, taking photographs. I gave her a shout out from the stage, making her blush (#husbandwin!) She had the camcorder going on a little tripod set up on our table, and I knew her photos would be awesome. But it meant even more to me that she was there for me as my wife.

I have a final thank you - to you, my readers. I thank you for your faith in me. I love my job, and without you readers, I would not have one. Local newspaper journalism is important so that stories that are immediate and in our area get reported on with professionalism and clarity, not as an afterthought, not on a once-in-a-while, when-we-have-time basis. In this job, we give your stories voice, and give them the care, attention, professional writing and research that they deserve, which you would be hard-pressed to find from few other outlets.

I enjoyed my moment in the sun, but I reminded myself that tomorrow was another day, and that it would soon be time to return to the land of reality.

“Remember Des,” I whispered to myself as I walked off of the stage.

“Today is great. But you’re still covering McHappy Day on Wednesday.”

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Daffodils are popping up all over and are a welcomed sight after the long winter season. These flowers are in the yard at Kricklewood Farm near Frankville. Daffodils have long been the flower for the month of April and bringing cancer awareness.

The Record News welcomes letters to the editor. Senders must include their full name, address and a phone number. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published. We reserve the right to edit letters for space and content, both in print and online at www.insideottawavalley.com. Submit a letter to the editor, please email ljweir@metroland.com, fax to 613-283-7480 or mail: 65 Lorne St., P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, ON, K7A 4T1.

Connected to Your Community - SF8 - Thursday, May 4, 2017

Town of Smiths Falls defends against TAG Gallipeau lawsuit

BY Evelyn Harford

eharford@metroland.com

The Town of Smiths Falls has informed the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Perth of the town’s intention to defend against the lawsuit brought forward by TAG Gallipeau Corporation last November.

TAG Gallipeau is the company responsible for managing the Gallipeau Centre and is partially owned by current Smiths Falls town councillor, Joe Gallipeau.

In the statement of defence and counterclaim filed by the town’s lawyers on Feb. 9, 2017, Smiths Falls has claimed special damages in the amount of $28,443.66, all outstanding water and sewer charges as of the date of the impending trial, pre-judgement and postjudgement interest. The town has also claimed $6,347.86 for water use the town alleges TAG Gallipeau used as a result of “tampering” with a water bypass, cost of proceedings and any other “relief ” the court sees fit.

As of Feb. 9, 2017, the town alleged TAG Gallipeau owes $22,095.80 on its water account.

The town originally filed its intent to defend through its lawyers in December 2016.

The municipality’s defence and counterclaim comes as a response to the lawsuit launched Nov. 22, 2016 by TAG Gallipeau which has claimed the Town of Smiths Falls has overcharged the company by more than $208,000 for water base charges, residential base charge and sewer charges.

TAG Gallipeau has sought special damages for the overcharging of water base charges for a total of $13,039.40, overcharging residential base charge for the amount of $10,109.28 and overcharging of sewer charges for the amount

of $185,220.62.

TAG Gallipeau alleges that the water base rate and water residential rates have been “improperly charged” to the Gallipeau Centre because it owns and is responsible for the maintenance of the only water metre feeding water into the centre.

The town acknowledges there is only one water metre reading water consumption at the Gallipeau Centre.

The statement of defence and counterclaim states that TAG Gallipeau has been “appropriately billed for water and sewer charges.”

TAG Gallipeau’s claim includes the alleged overcharging of the water base charges, residential base charges and sewer charges during the course of legal action, overcharging of water and sewer charge in the months of December 2013 and January 2014, July 2014 and August 2014. It also includes costs of repairing the damaged water main at the Gallipeau Centre, a declaration that TAG Gallipeau is not subject to the town’s water base rate and water residential rate or sewer rate charged by the town, prejudgement and post-judgement interest, legal fees and any other “relief ” the court may see fit.

In TAG Gallipeau’s original statement of claim filed on Nov. 22, 2016, the company alleges that in December 2013 and January 2014, there were water main breaks in Smiths Falls due to the town’s failure to comply with the protocols of their bylaws regarding the establishment, regulation, maintenance, operation and management of the Smiths Falls water system at the time.

The company claims that due to the water main breaks, TAG Gallipeau was left to cover the costs of repairing the damages on their property.

During the same time frame,

TAG Gallipeau claims that the company was faced with “significantly higher water and sewer bills.”

In the town’s statement of defence and counterclaim Smiths Falls has denied that the water main breaks in December 2013 and January 2014 were due to the town’s failure to comply with the protocols of the town’s bylaws regarding the establishment, regulation and maintenance operation and management of the Smiths Falls water system at the time.

It also denies the allegations that TAG Gallipeau “incurred significantly higher water and sewer bill” as a result of the water main breaks in December 2013 and January 2014 or that the company had to cover the costs of repairing damages on their property due to the water main breaks during that time.

However, according to the statement of defence and counterclaim filed by the Town of Smiths Falls’ lawyers, the town has admitted that in July and August 2014 there were water main breaks on the Gallipeau Centre’s property, that TAG Gallipeau had to cover the costs of repairing the water mains and that the company “incurred significantly higher water and sewer bills” as a result – something the company alleged in its original statement of claim.

The town has denied the allegation that the Town of Smiths Falls was “unjustly enriched” by charging TAG Gallipeau significantly higher water bills as a result of TAG Gallipeau incurring costs to fix the water mains.

The town also denied the allegations that TAG Gallipeau is being improperly charged for base rate, a residential rate charge and sewer charges – charges TAG Gallipeau said shouldn’t apply to the Gallipe-

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Smiths Falls town hall located on Beckwith Street North. au Centre since it is responsible for the Gallipeau Centre’s water and sewer lines and owns and maintains the one metre pipe through which water enters the Gallipeau Centre.

The town denied the claim made by TAG Gallipeau that there is a negotiated agreement between the Town of Smiths Falls and the Gallipeau Centre regarding the receipt, treatment and disposal of all sanitary sewage from what was formerly the Rideau Regional Centre. The statement alleges that the agreement provides its own terms between the town and the Gallipeau Centre regarding sewage fees and as such the sewage rate bylaws See LAWSUIT page SF10

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Connected to Your Community - SF9 - Thursday, May 4, 2017

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Home and Living Expo on this weekend, May 6 & 7 The Smiths Falls Home and Living Expo is coming to the County Fair Mall this weekend. This year we’ll be Celebrating 150 Years of Cottage Life in the Heart of the Rideau.

There will be a large number of vendors featuring products and services for your home or cottage, including: construction, renovations and repairs, roofing, real estate, computers, windows and doors, overhead doors, computers & internet, security systems, plumbing and heating, landscaping, cars & trucks,

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don’t apply to the Gallipeau Centre.

TAG Gallipeau stated in court documents that it first became aware that it was being “improperly charged” for a base rate, residential rate charge and sewer charges around December 2015.

According to the town’s statement of defence and counterclaim, around Nov. 13, 2013, the town said it reached an agreement with TAG Gallipeau and gave the company a one-time credit adjustment of $94,506.82 to the centre’s water and sewage account. The town claims that according to this agree-

antiques & collectibles, pools and hot tubs, barbecues, deck and window shades, pest and weed control, fireplaces and woodstoves, travel trailers, etc.

This is not just a home show.

Come and see products and services that make living more enjoyable.

You’ll find vendors featuring makeup, handy products for your kitchen or making house cleaning easier, social and health services, local tourist information and attractions, cottage rentals, wine making, home accents and flags, food ideas and samples,

volunteer opportunities, exercise, art and art framing, photography, songs, poetry, storytelling, and much more.

A new local brewer will be on hand to tell you about their products and their new location in the mall.

There will be a huge G-scale model railroad display. A cute bouncy castle for the kids will be there. Speaking of little ones, are you thinking of bringing a new one into this world soon? Come talk to the Doula. Or if you’re older and thinking about making a graceful transition to the

next life, see the Thanadoula. If you’re hungry after all of this have a snack at the Urban Jungle Challenge BBQ, or see the unique offerings in the Food Court.

The Expo runs Saturday, May 6 from 10 a.m to 6 p.m, and Sunday, May 7 from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. For more information, check us out on Facebook or at www.smithsfallshomelivingexpo.com.

Come celebrate the redevelopment of the County Fair Mall and the wonderful things we have to enjoy living in the Heart of the Rideau.

ment TAG Gallipeau was to pay its outstanding account and fulfill its future obligation with regard to paying the town’s water and sewage charges.

The town claims that in accordance with this agreement, the company can’t seek further credit or damages relating to its water and sewage rate charges for the period prior to the date of the credit.

In TAG Gallipeau’s defence to counterclaim filed last month, the company denied the allegations made by the Town of Smiths Falls in its counterclaim that representatives from its company “improperly opened” the Gallipeau Centre’s water bypass contrary to the town’s bylaws around July 2013. And de-

spite the town’s alleged warning to TAG Gallipeau at that time, the town alleges that around October 2016, representatives of the company “again tampered with the bypass” resulting in the water meter not fully measuring water flowing onto the Gallipeau Centre’s property.

In TAG Gallipeau’s response to the town’s counterclaim filed that the company filed in March, TAG Gallipeau stated that although the company does admit that while the waterline coming into the Gallipeau Centre is equipped with a bypass, when the bypass is open water usage is not tracked by the meter. The company stated that it denies the allegations made by the town relating

to the company’s representatives “tampering with” with or “improperly opening” the water bypass.

The company also states that “any and all of its bypasses and shut off valves are not subject to the Town of Smiths Falls’ bylaws.”

In the company’s defence to the town’s counter claim, TAG Gallipeau asks the counterclaim be dismissed with costs.

Both the town and Joe Gallipeau have stated that if possible, they would like to come to a resolution outside of court.

Neither the town or Gallipeau could comment on the lawsuit.

No court date has been set and none of the allegations have been proven in court.

Connected to Your Community - SF10 - Thursday, May 4, 2017

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Smiths Falls springs into step

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The sixth annual Spring Fling Running Thing took place on Sunday, April 30, on the Cataraqui Trail in Smiths Falls. The event is a fundraiser for the Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation. Above: The start of the half marathon, a 21K race. Below: The 2K event attracted a lot of runners, including Sophie Gilfillan (#254).

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The sixth annual Spring Fling Running Thing took place on Sunday, April 30, on the Cataraqui Trail in Smiths Falls. The event is a fundraiser for the Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation. Above: During the 2K run, Smiths Falls Mayor Shawn Pankow, with daughter Shawna Pankow, shows he is an Ottawa Senators fan.

Connected to Your Community - SF11 - Thursday, May 4, 2017

Ready, set, go: Karting kicked off Sunday at Lombary track The Eastern Ontario Karting Championship, (EOKC), presented By Canadian Tire, will be a great year at the Lombardy member.

With all the excitement of the Canadian Tire support along with being part of the Briggs & Stratton weekly racing series, this is bound to be a great season.

Race 1 is Sunday, April 30 at Lombardy Raceway Park will be the first race to qualify for the Canadian Tire Shootout to win your entry fees to the Canadian Nationals this August at Mosport along with crowning the champions for this year's EOKC. This week’s race sponsor is C2 Kart Supply, with a test and tune Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with Sunday's Race following the next day.

Gates open at 8 a.m. and registration is from 8 to 9 a.m. and pre tech from 8:15 to 9 a.m. The drivers' meeting is slated for 9:30 a.m. with racing kicking off at 10 a.m.

Configuration will be “Lombardy” (full track, clockwise).

As it is the first race of the season, it is important that everyone brings their membership paperwork with them to purchase your 2017 membership and also you’re key pass paperwork if you are planning on buying one.

The E-commerce section of the website is up and running, so just pick the items you want and follow the instructions to e-transfer your payment. Please print off your receipt and bring it with you to the track; the club will also accept Visa, M/C and debit at the track.

There is some fee changes this year: practice days, $40 per driver; race day $60 per driver (unchanged); race day non-member, $80 per driver (must prove they are a member in good standing of an ASN club and are not included in the EOKC points series).

Any questions, lombardykarting@gmail. com. Visit http://lombardykarting.com/ for more information.

Submitted by Lombardy Karting Association Tina Stevens, Lombardy Karting Association

Close racing as drivers slide into turn one at the start of the Junior Class at Lombardy Karting First Round of 2017.

Veggies n’ Fruit Community Boost Initiative

Tina Stevens, Lombardy Karting Association

Joe Cayen, franchise owner of the Canadian Tire in Smiths Falls, Ontario, drops a ceremonial green flag to officially start the season of the Eastern Ontario Karting Championships for the Lombardy Karting Association.

Big Bike for Heart and Stroke rolls through town

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Veggies and fruit are a great and natural way to help kids get the important vitamins, minerals and fibre they need to stay healthy. Help make it easier for kids and families in Leeds and Grenville to make vegetables and fruit a part of every meal and snack. Funding up to $5000 is available to nonprofit groups/organizations for innovative projects that promote the consumption of vegetables and fruit and create supportive environments for healthy eating.

Apply today at www.healthykidslg.ca Application Deadline: Friday, May 19, 2017 at 4:30pm Laurie Weir/Metroland

The Lanark County Mental Health big bike team raised $2,295 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation during this year’s event in Smiths Falls on April 27.

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Connected to Your Community - SF12 - Thursday, May 4, 2017

HEALTHY KIDS COMMUNITY CHALLENGE LEEDS AND GRENVILLE

Smiths Falls ` On the Roll!

Big Bike raises big money

CANADA DAY!

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Heather Sulliman raised more than $1,000 for the Spokes and Mirrors squad from the Lanark County Mental Health team. She’s pictured accepting a token of appreciation from Heart and Stroke area coordinator for the Ottawa area, Owen Brady.

Bicycles, horses, floats, bands, vehicles, etc.

Form at 11, depart at noon from the Community Centre

Vendors and Exhibitors

Artisans, crafts, food vendors, information tables At Lower Reach Park from 1 to 5 p.m.

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The Health Angels team of big bike riders from Leeds Grenville Lanark and District Health Unit roll back into the parking lot at Canadian Tire, Smiths Falls, on April 27 during the Big Bike Ride for the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Lower Reach Park Kids Activities Displays Live Entertainment 12:30 - 8 pm Fireworks, 10 pm

PLUS check out: Canada Day at Heritage House Museum games & activities Heritage Walking Tours

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Margo Loughren Smiths Falls Community Centre mloughren@smithsfalls. ca 613-283-4124 ext 6103

Code Road ReUse Centre

Parade, 12 pm

Pow Wow June 10/11 Healthy Living Festival June 17 Rideau Paddlefest June 18 Highland on the Rideau June 24 Irish Ceili June 25 And All Year Long On the Roll Live Music Series

Come & Explore the refurbished ReUse Centre!

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Open to Drummond/North Elmsley Residents Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri during Landfill hours Bring your items to donate and Shop For Free!!!

Call the Municipal Office for more information: (613) 267 6500 The First Drummond Scouts are establishing a deposit depot at the ReUse Centre to help the Township divert deposit containers from the blue box recycling program. Please bring your Beer Store and LCBO containers to the landfill. Revenues will support Scouting activities in Drummond Ward.

Find out more at:

www.SmithsFalls.ca 1-888-983-4124

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Midget B gold medalists

Atom House League champs

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The Smiths Falls Midget B Cubs captured the gold medal at the Brampton Canadettes tournament over the Easter weekend. Congratulations to the team on a great season.

Peewee House League gold medalists

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The Smiths Falls Peewee House League Cubs hockey team captured the The Smiths Falls Cubs Atom House League team captured the gold medal in their division during the Bramp- gold medal in their division over the Easter weekend at the Brampton ton Canadettes tournament over the Easter weekend. Congratulations to the team on a great season.

Canadettes tournament. Congratulations to the team on a great season and tournament gold medal performance.

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BMO celebrates 200 years in business

The Smiths Falls location celebrates 143 years in business on Friday, April 21, 2017. From left to right: Christine Hopkins, assistant branch manager, Lindsay Gailer, financial services manager, Brenda Redmond, branch manager, Molly Laming-Whitteker, customer service representative, Erin Fawcett, customer service representative, Tara Tedford, customer service representative and a 27 year veteran of the branch, customer service representative, Tara Tedford. Clients were severed celebratory cake, coffee and refreshing drinks to mark the occasion. Old photos of the local bank’s branch as well as old staff photos were on display for the general public. The local BMO branch is located at 25 Beckwith St. S.

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Metroland Media recently hosted a colouring contest. Names were drawn upon submission. The winners were: Sonya Luzon, Kaitlyn Cardinal, Jack Hamilton, Mallory Bowley and Blake Hart. Prizes were donated from local businesses, including: Andress Your Independent Grocer, Canadian Tire Perth, Rideau Candy Shoppe, Bonanza Kids, Brownlee’s Metro Perth, Canadian Tire Carleton Place and Mitchell’s Your Independent Grocer in Carleton Place. Congratulations to the winners and thank you to our sponsors. Pictured here is Jack Hamilton with his goodie bag (left) and Kaitlyn Cardinal (right).

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See your dealer for conditions and details. As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Company to verify eligibility. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. Security deposit may be required. Payment may vary depending on down payment/trade. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. 1 Sierra 5-star Overall Vehicle Score applies to 1500 series vehicles. U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). 2 The 2-Year Scheduled LOF Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada who have purchased, leased or financed a new eligible 2016 MY GMC vehicle with an ACDelco oil and filter change, in accordance with the Oil Life Monitoring System and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 48,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. 3 Whichever comes first, fully transferable. Covers select powertrain components. See dealer for complete details. 4 Visit onstar.ca for coverage maps, details and system limitations. Service plan required. Available 4G LTE with Wi-Fi hotspot requires WPA2 compatible mobile device and data plan. Data plans provided by AT&T. Services vary by model, service plan, conditions as well as geographical and technical restrictions. OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity is available on select vehicle models and in select markets. Vehicle must be started or in accessory mode to access Wi-Fi.

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CLUES ACROSS 1. Protective crust 5. Federal poverty level 8. “NCIS” network 11. This many makes a trio 13. Geological time 14. Populous Colombian city 15. Interviewer Morgan 16. More (Spanish) 17. Not close 18. Confined 20. __ Farrow, actress 21. One point east of southeast 22. Kinetic and elastic are two 25. Taking possession of a property 30. Associate of same rank 31. Uganda 32. Heads the department 33. Assistants 38. I (German) 41. Small vessel 43. Home to Deadwood 45. Vetoed

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Accept that sometimes things will not go your way, Aries. However, you can learn to adapt and find balance in any situation you find yourself in.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Next week may be a better time to make a big decision, Leo. Coast along for a little bit longer and get a feel for the lay of the land before making your decision.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Think of something you can do that will be a big risk and out of character, Sagittarius. It may give you a rush of adrenaline this week and pave the way for new interests.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Discovering all of the answers need not be your goal all the time, Taurus.

Keep in mind that the journey can sometimes be more rewarding than the destination.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Coming across memorabilia or old photographs may have you thinking about those who came before you, Virgo. It is a good week for introspection and reminiscing.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, look at yourself in the mirror and tell yourself that you can handle whatever comes your way.

You are the only one who can derail your plans.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, don’t hesitate to let others know how much they mean to you. Such simple gestures will be appreciated and help you maintain strong relationships with those you love most.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, don’t let any opportunity pass you by this week — even those that may seem like they won’t yield much reward.

Everything is a learning opportunity.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Someone you wouldn’t normally look to for advice provides some invaluable wisdom in the days ahead, Aquarius.

Heed this advice and express your gratitude.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, when in doubt, speak with someone who has more experience than you. It’s a big person who can accept help when it’s needed, and others will be willing to help.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Obsessive thoughts will not make the solution to a problem come any easier. It’s better if you clear your head and then maybe the ideas will arrive when you least expect.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, instead of focusing on all of the little details, look at the bigger picture. This will prove to be the inspiration you need to stay motivated.

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SOCIAL NOTES BIRTHDAY

BIRTHDAY

BIRTHDAY

BIRTHDAY

BIRTHDAY

CARD OF THANKS

WEDDING Homestyle Ceremonies.

Choose your location and have a meaningful relationship-based ceremony designed just for you. Judie Diamond, 613-375-6772. judiediamond@gmail.com www.judiediamond.ca

HAPPY 85th BIRTHDAY MAY 5, 2017 Charles (Charlie) Dalton Love and Best Wishes from your Family

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHIRLEY SMART! Like a fine wine or Vintage heirloom…

Your value has only Increased over the years!

Thank you for being A Treasure in our lives!

Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister and loyal Friend…

You have been it all!

Happy 80th Birthday!

Life would not be as much fun without you! xoxoxo Your Family

ENGAGEMENT

ENGAGEMENT

DEATH NOTICE

DEATH NOTICE

McDaniel Garry Frederick

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Clare and Sally Humphrey of Clayton, Ontario are very pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Erin Sarah Deanna to Wilson Maurice, son of James and Margaret Lalonde of Almonte, Ontario. The happy couple will be married later this spring at Holy Name of Mary Roman Catholic Church, in Almonte.

The celebrant will be Fr. Lindsay Harrison.

The newlyweds will be residing in Almonte.

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ANNOUNCEMENT

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I would like to thank the following people for all their help. To April Hope for all her time and dedication to this fundraiser. To George Chenier and Robert Hope for the music. To Stanley Sanitation, P Bonhomme Ent/Paul Bonhomme, Apple Hill Towing, Gail Stanley and Stacey Munro, Andrew Triemstra, AJ Triemstra, Bytown Lumber, Reid Landscaping, Denis Bourdeau, Donald Marcil, Home Depot, McEwans Gas, Canadian Tire, Beckwith Butcher, Laurie Sterns, Laura McGrath for all their donations. To my family and friends who came out and donated and supported me. To all the girls who sold tickets and also to Josh Hope who helped. I would like to thank the Army Navy for the Venue.

Thank You Greg Hope

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Come help celebrate “Lois Stewart’s “ 90th Birthday Knox Presbyterian Church McDonalds Corners May 13th, 2017 1-4p.m.

Best Wishes

HAPPY 50th BIRTHDAY Linda Bernicky May 6, 2017 Love Ron, Mom and all your family & friends.

CARD OF THANKS

ANNOUNCEMENT

Victoria Day

HOLIDAY DEADLINE CHANGE Classified Deadlines for May 25th Issue

April 7, 1938 April 28, 2017 P e a c e f u l l y surrounded by the love of his family at Fairview Manor in Almonte, Ont. Garry is predeceased by his parents Gordon McDaniel and Marjorie Vallee of Carleton Place, Ont. Dearly loved father of Wendy Powell (Gordie) and Anne McDaniel of Almonte. Predeceased by his son’s Terry (Betty Murray) and Garry Jr. Loved and good friend to their mother Gwen McDaniel (O’Connell) and loved to son-inlaw of Margaret O’Connell. Garry will be missed by his children Debbie (Sudbury), Diane (Kingston) and Tim (Toronto) and the O’Connell family. Best Poppa in the world to Chelsea Powell, Ryan Dalgity and his Mom Christine; food fights and pies in the face won’t be as much fun without you, but the tradition will continue! Garry was the eldest of 11 children. Cherished and respected brother to Gail Paul (Archie), Marlene Young (Roy), Shirley Dye (Jim), Gerald McDaniel, Patricia Checcin, and Johnny McDaniel. He is predeceased by his brothers, Michael, Wayne and Brian (Wanda), and his sister Janice Rawding (Earl). Fun and adored “Uncky” to his numerous nieces and nephews. Garry was happiest in his backyard surrounded by family and friends. Please join us on Saturday, May 13th from 1 – 2:30pm at his home, 161 Ottawa St. Almonte, to celebrate his life as would make him happy, with a BBQ, laughter, and good cheer. Service to commence at 2:30pm.

Interment to be held at a later date at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Carleton Place, Ont. For those who wish to make a donation in Garry’s memory please consider Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation or Mills Community Support in Almonte. Online condolences can be made at www.colefuneralservices.com

HAPPY 51st BIRTHDAY May 10, 2017 Amanda Jane Webster Love forever, Kevin, Mom, Dad, Michael, Daniel, Family & Friends, Katy Girl & Diego xoxoxo

Friday May 19th 3:00pm

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CARD OF THANKS

The family of Mrs. Olga Imeson would like to thank friends and family for the kind words and support during this difficult time. The flowers and online thoughts were appreciated by our family. We would like to thank the hard working and kind folks at Lombard Manor you were very good to Mom and we appreciate it. Thank you very much to the good people at Blair and Son who made our life easier in our time of need, a huge thanks to Pastor Jill Turnbull, thank you again.

Sincerely the Imeson Family

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The family of Bill Bowes would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to all our families, friends, co-workers and neighbours for their kindness and help after Bill’s passing.

A thank you to the Doctors and Staff of the Irving Greenberg Cancer Centre and Smiths Falls Hospital for their care and attention to Bill.

We want to thank Father McNeil and Father McNally for officiating such a lovely service and the Staff of Blair & Son Funeral Home for their excellent support and guidance. For the many gifts of food, flowers and cards our whole family thank you.

Sue, Sarah, Erin, Adam & John and families

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Wilson

Donald “Brian”

July 18, 1953 April 30, 2017 Brian passed away peacefully at home on Sunday evening after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Brian was predeceased by his father, Donald Osborne Wilson (January, 1994). He will be sadly and forever missed by his beloved and supportive mother, Sophia Wilson (Gayda) who was always there for him to the very end; by his loving and dedicated brother, Shawn Wilson (Tracy) who worked, fished and hunted by his side; and by his treasured nephew, Josh Wilson who, at Brian’s knee, learned how to hunt and fish and to value wildlife and the outdoors. Brian will also be missed by his Aunts and many cousins as well as dozens of friends, fishing and hunting buddies.Special thanks to Brian’s “Corktown” neighbours for their friendship and unwavering support during his illness. Per Brian’s wishes, there will be no services. Anyone wishing to make a donation is encouraged to support the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario or the charity of your choice.

Happy hunting and fishing!

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DEATH NOTICE

DEATH NOTICE

Preston Norma Marjorie (Lee) Preston

Passed away at Lanark Lodge Long Term Care, Perth, Ontario, on Friday, April 14th, 2017, Norma Marjorie Preston (nee Lee), daughter of the late William Melville Lee and Marjorie Lillian (nee Roffey) Lee, and older sister of Nancy Adeline (nee Lee) Potter. Born in Lanark Village on April 28, 1932, she attended Lanark Public School where she excelled in math and science.

Some of her fondest childhood memories growing up in the village included ice skating on the Clyde River with classmates and performing in school plays. She attended high school in Perth, returning to her home in the village every weekend. Her father was owner of Lee’s Hardware Store, which attracted customers from all over the region and was sadly lost in the Lanark fire in 1959 (along with the family home). After she graduated in 1949 she attended The School of Nursing at Toronto General Hospital, graduating in 1953, and continuing to work there until 1973. She held an interest in automobiles and car racing in the 1950s and 60s which she shared with her first husband, Gerald Robert Helm. She enjoyed travelling whenever possible including trips to England, Spain and the Caribbean. Accompanied by her second husband, Kenneth Holden Preston (1974-2004), they continued to travel, as well as wintering for many years in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Norma’s dinner parties were renowned her whole adult life as she was an imaginative and amazing hostess. Norma and Ken lived in King City, Ontario, where they both enjoyed a close group of friends and continued to host large and elaborate dinner parties. They were both enthusiastic and avid golfers, being members of the Nobleton Lakes Golf Club for many years. She was an avid gardener and her pride and joy was her rose garden, which flourished under her expert care, and she also had a life-long love of jazz music, and all cats. Norma and Ken moved to Perth in 2002 where she was returning to her roots - and to family and old friends, especially her sister Nancy, and her late partner Frank Dickie. She leaves behind her nieces and nephews, Randy, Valerie (Greg), Colin (Glynis) and Laura (Adam), as well as grand nieces Catherine, Cindy (Suri), Becky, Victoria and Julia. She will also be missed by Ken’s three son’s John, Robin and Tony Preston and their families in Alberta.

A memorial gathering was held in the Blair & Son Family Centre on Saturday, May 27th, 2017 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. with a sharing of memories at 3:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations to LAWS (Lanark Animal Welfare Society) or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated..

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

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DEATH NOTICE

Younger, Jane

RN, BA, BScN, COHN(c) Member of The Order of St. John Suddenly at home, on Sunday April 30, 2017 at the age of 60. Loving daughter of Alan and Catherine Younger. Dear sister of Lloyd (Patricia), Alastair (Manal) and Malcolm.

Cherished aunt of Melanie and Daniel.

Funeral arrangements to be finalized. For those who wish, a donation to the Almonte Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements in the care of Barker Funeral Home, Carleton Place (613) 257-3113 A Servant of Jesus Christ www.barkerfh.com

DEATH NOTICE

DEATH NOTICE

Carter Ruth Adelaide Carter

May 19th, 1925 ~ April 28th, 2017 Passed away peacefully at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital in Perth on Friday, April 28th, 2017. Ruth was predeceased in 1987 by her husband Kenneth W. Carter. Proud and loving mother to Paul and his wife Annette and adoring Nana to Sarah and Christopher. She will be fondly remembered by Irene Ritchie, Shirley Crosbie, Don Carter and all those who had the privilege of being served by her at Service Ontario. In keeping with Ruth’s wishes, she will be interred with her beloved husband in Ingersoll Rural Cemetery. In her memory donations to the Shriner’s Hospital would be appreciated.

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

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Truelove BESHARAH, MARgAREt AnnE

July 10, 1936 - April 27, 2017 It is with deep sadness and sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Anne (Wallace) Besharah, at Granite Ridge Long Term Care, on April 27, 2017 in her 80th year. Adored, proud and most devoted mother of Eric Hanna (Margot), Nancy Hanna (David Thomas) and Alexis Hanna (Hubert Lalande). Loving grandmother of Kristine, Elizabeth, Patrick, Madison, Adelise and Matthew.

Cherished sister of Doug Wallace (Marie-Claire) of Ottawa. A constant loving aunt to Marc and David Wallace.

Predeceased by Robert G. Hanna and Moses J. Besharah. Defining herself as a ‘positive thinker with a high degree of creativity’, Anne proudly graduated from Carleton University with a Bachelor’s in Journalism, at the top of her class in 1957. Early in her career as a young writer, Anne authored the Special Senate report, “Poverty in Canada” (1971). As a journalist, Anne’s distinguished career was spent principally with the Canadian Nurses Association as their Chief Editor for The Canadian Nurse for thirteen years. As a second career, Anne entered the world of Real Estate, receiving the Royal Lepages’ President’s Gold Award (1987) within her first year. In the later stages of her life, she enjoyed spending her time at the cottage, gardening, with family, friends, and pets. The family is extremely grateful for the loving care and support she received at Granite Ridge Care Community over the past three years. Family and friends were invited to celebrate her life at the Amberwood Village Golf and Country Club, 54 Springbrook Drive, Stittsville, on Wednesday May 3, 2017 from 2 to 5pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Parkinson’s Canada Association (http://www.parkinson. ca/site/c.kgLNIWODKpF/b.5184129/ k.2CBF/Donate_Now.htm).

In the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

Vera Julia Elizabeth Truelove

Vera passed away in hospital in Almonte on Friday April 28, 2017, at the age of 88 after a bravely fought battle against cancer. Vera was born December 23, 1928 at South Sherbrooke, Lanark County Ontario, the cherished daughter of John Charlton and Elizabeth England, and after the loss of her father; the much loved stepdaughter of John Conroy. Vera was predeceased by her husband Ronald Truelove, and sisters Edith (Noble) McQuatt, Anne (Jim) Blair and Eva (Elmer) Purdon, and sisters- and brothers- in law Gladis (Ken) Strong, Harold Truelove, Del (Hilda) Truelove, Robert (Vi) Truelove, Olive (Stan) McDougall, Art Kirkham, and Margaret Truelove.

She will be sadly missed by her children Brian (Sharlyne), Lyall (Jewell), Barbara, Earl, and Mark (Chris). Cherished and greatly missed by nieces, nephews, grand children and great grand children. She is fondly remembered by her younger sister Lyla (Don) Blair, sistersin-law Jackie Truelove, Doris Kirkham, brother-in-law Charles Truelove, all her family and friends. Friends were received at the Blair & Son Funeral Home 15 Gore Street W. Perth, Monday May 1st, 2017 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral Service was held in the Blair & Son Chapel Tuesday at 10:30 A.M., followed by a reception in the Blair & Son Family Centre.

Interment Zealand United Cemetery. In remembrance of Vera, donations to the Rosamond Unit (Palliative Care) of the Almonte General Hospital or Asbury Free Methodist Church would be appreciated.

Special thanks for the exemplary care and kindness shown to Mom while in the care of the Oncology Unit staff at Kingston General Hospital, Dr. Park, Jan Giroux and Dr. Roger Drake during her final days.

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Wark Delmer John Passed away peacefully on April 24, 2017 at the Almonte General Hospital.

Delmer Of Tatlock, in his 85th year.

Predeceased by his dear wife Rolande. Cherished father to Sheila (Tim), Randy and Julie (Cardiff).

Proud “Grandpa” to Jeanette, Garnet, Kayleigh, Arden, Mackenzie, Mathew, Nicholas, and Elizabeth. Predeceased by his parents James and Jeanette, also his siblings Delbert and Annie.

Family and Friends Visited C. r. GaMBLE FUNEraL HOME & CHaPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON 613-256-3313 On Friday, April 28, 2017 from 10am to 12 noon. Funeral Service followed visiting in the Chapel at 12pm. Interment Hopetown Cemetery. Reception in Clayton Hall.

Donations in memory of Delmer may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation (Digital Imaging Equipment). A special thanks to the staff at the Almonte General Hospital and Fairview Manor for their care and support.

Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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Dwyer Susan Birks Dwyer

30 October 1936 – 26 April 2017 Beloved sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother and friend died at the Perth Hospital with her family by her side. A gathering of her immediate family and a few friends has already taken place in Perth with a Memorial Service planned for early June to be held at Bethel United Church, Rideau Ferry. The date and time will be published later. Susan’s family want to especially thank the sensitive and helpful Staff at Caroline Retirement Suites, the Doctors, Nurses and Staff of the Kingston General Hospital Cancer Centre and all the extraordinary professional and compassionate people who make up the Great War Memorial Hospital in Perth.

In memory of Susan, donations may be made to Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation or Big Brothers/Big Sisters will be appreciated.

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

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DEATH NOTICE

C.R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc.

Baker Ellen “Margaret” Baker R.N.

Peacefully, at Rosebridge Manor, Jasper on Tuesday, May 2, 2017, at the remarkable age of 107. Predeceased by her parents Frank and Dorothy Baker and her 4 brothers and 6 sisters. Beloved aunt of Gary (Marilyn) Baker and greataunt to Kelly, Rick, Nicole and J.C. Redden. Sadly missed by sisters-in-law Alma and Pansy Baker. Margaret will be sadly missed by her many other nieces, nephews and extended family. Margaret spent much of her spare time travelling the world. She would share many memories with her family and taking many photos along the way. She was blessed with fantastic health for most of her 107 years, and felt so very fortunate with her great quality of life. As per Margaret’s wishes, there will be a private graveside service at Hillcrest Cemetery at a later date. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Rosebridge Manor Resident Activity Fund, the Red Cross or the charity of your choice.

Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls (613) 283-2800 to send your condolences or for further information visit www.blairandson.com

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LaROCQUE, LiLLian MaRgaRET (nee Kirkham)

March 4, 1939 – April 30, 2017 Almonte, Ontario It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, grandmother and sister, Lillian. Beloved wife of the late Clark LaRocque. Deeply loved mother of Jennifer (Joe Moore), Stacey (Annette) and Jeff (Cindy).

Adored grandmother of Lindsey McPhail (Kevin), Brandon, Brett and Connor (Sarah Wall) LaRocque and great-grandmother of Wyatt and Darcie McPhail. Cherished sister of Alice Picard (Joe), Edith Stanton (Ed) and Alana Jette (late Gary). Fondly remembered

by Tim Moore, Scot Moore (Lisa Peters) and many nieces and nephews. Also survived by sister-in-law Diane Noonan and brothers-in-law Dan LaRocque and Jim Noonan. A private family service took place at the Pilon Family Funeral Home Chapel, 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Tuesday May 2, 2017. Interment St. Mary’s Parish Cemetery, Almonte later in the Spring. If you wish to make a donation in Lillian’s memory, please consider the Alzheimer Society of Lanark County Adult Day Program or Mills Community Support Seniors Services. Our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Dawn Clermont and the special women at Orchard View on the Mississippi for the love, care and respect shown our mother from the moment she walked through your doors.

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SanSome, Sheila Geraldine

Peacefully at Broadview Nursing Centre on February 21, 2017 in her 76th year. Beloved wife of the late David Sansome. Loving mother of Alan and grandmother of Meghan. Dear sister of Bob Flegg (Iva), the late Larry Flegg (Lorraine) and the late Marilyn (Robert McLean). Sister-in-law of Helene (Arnold Chapman), Don Sansome (Jenny Lou) and Marion Sansome. Cherished Aunt of Derek Flegg, Rob Flegg, Tammy Jones, Nancy Flegg, Tracy Flegg, Judith McLean, David Chapman, Paul Chapman, Keith Chapman, Theresa Sansome and Brian Sansome. Fondly remembered by many extended family and friends.

Friends are invited to join the family for a Celebration of Sheila’s life at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Saturday, July 8, 2017 commencing at 11 o’clock. As expressions of sympathy donations to any charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca.

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HARDY Larry Dale It is with great sorrow that the family of Chief Larry Hardy announce his passing on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 in his 65th year with his devoted wife and loving daughter by his side. Beloved husband of Khris Hardy. Loving father of Khristal Hardy. Cherished grandfather of Alissa Streight, Braydon Comeau and Lucas Comeau. Brother of Marion Allison, Merle-Ann Northam and Robert Hardy.

Predeceased by his parents Richard and Merle Hardy, and by his brother Thomas Hardy. Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours.

Friends are invited to visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Friday, May 5, 2017 from 9:00am 12 Noon. A Celebration of Larry’s Life will follow at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95. As expressions of sympathy, donations to The Lung Association would be appreciated by the family. Please remember to sign your Donor Card.

Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

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Oakes Madeline Neve Oakes

Madeline passed away at Lanark Lodge, Perth on Sunday, March 5th, 2017 at the age of 101 years.

She was predeceased by her parents Herbert and Alice (Neve) Hodgson, her husband Herbert Spencer Oakes, and sisters Frances (Douglas) Seal and Alice (Nowers) Asbury. She will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, and her friends in the community. Family and friends are invited to gather to honour Madeline’s life at a service to be held in the Chapel of the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Wednesday May 10th, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. Interment will be held privately in St. Andrew’s Protestant Cemetery, St. Andrew’s East, Quebec.

In remembrance, contributions to St. James Anglican Church or Lanark Lodge Memorial Fund would be appreciated.

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

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HILL, KennetH MorLey “Ken”

Veteran WW II (Craftsman Ken Hill B2654 RCEME) (1st Canadian Infantry Brigade) Peacefully at the Arnprior Hospital while surrounded by loved ones on Thursday morning, April 27th, 2017. Ken Hill of Arnprior; formerly of Burlington, Oakville and Toronto passed away at the age of 95. Beloved husband, best friend and soulmate of Janet (nee Muir).

Dearly loved and loving “Dad” of Beth Chown (Murray) of Arnprior and Keith Hill (Kelly) of Markham. Cherished “Grandpa” of Sarah, Christopher and Cameron Chown; Matthew and Laura Hill. Dear brother of Jean Beard (late Billy) of Florida and Betty Hart of Toronto. Predeceased by his younger sister Marjorie McGibbon. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and countless people that loved to him call ”Friend”.

The Hill family received friends during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Monday afternoon, May 1st from 1 until 1:45 p.m. A Service to honour Ken Hill was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel at 2 o’clock.

In memory of Ken, please consider a donation to Arnprior Regional Health or St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Arnprior.

Condolences/Donations/Webcast www.pilonfamily.ca

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IN MEMORIAM

HAWKINS, Ken – In loving memory of a special Dad and Grandpa who passed away May 3, 2001.

The moment that you died, Our hearts split in two, One side filled with memories, The other died with you.

We often lay awake at night, When the world is fast asleep, And take a walk down memory lane, With tears upon our cheeks.

Remembering you is easy, We do it every day, But missing you is a heartache, That never goes away.

We love and miss you so much.

Love, Sue , Heather, Rob, Lisa, Michele and families

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mary Veronica (nee mcKenna)

Mary passed away peacefully at home on Friday April 28, 2017, at the age of 68. Much loved wife of John Thompson.

Mary will be sadly missed by her son Mark Hanna, Granddaughter Taylor Hanna and Great Grandson, Harrison as well as her step daughter Tracey Cass. Mary was predeceased by her parents, Dominic and Kathleen (Brady), and by her brothers, Brian, Dan, and Gerald. Mary will be fondly remembered by her sisters and brothers, Margaret, Peter, Pat, Anne and Sheila. At Mary’s request there will be no visitation or funeral. Friends and relatives are invited to a celebration of Mary’s life which will take place on Saturday May 6th from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Kinsman Pavilion, Lower Reach Park Smiths Falls. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca

Gerald passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2017 at Martindale Gardens Retirement Residence in Milton, Ontario at the age of 86.. He leaves his wife of 60 years, Annette (Moore) Wanless; his sons: Gerald Christopher and wife Jill (Thompson) Wanless, David Cameron and wife Gabriela (Louda) Wanless and Douglas James and wife Karen (Monkman) Wanless, his much loved grandchildren: Megan Elizabeth, Emma Henry, Maxwell John and Benjamin James Wanless. He was preceded in death by his parents and three sisters Margaret Henderson, CARTY, Doug Jean Dinsmore and Dorothy North. Born groundskeeper in London Ontario, the son of George and Madawaska golf Course Phyllis (Whitely) Wanless, the family later Peacefully at the Arnprior and District moved to Windsor and then to Toronto Memorial Hospital on Sunday where he graduated (Honours) from evening, April 30, 2017; Douglas Edgar Parkdale Collegiate Institute in 1951 as a “Doug” Carty of Arnprior passed member of the Panthers Senior Basketball Bisson away following a courageous battle team. He later attended The University with cancer. He was 62. Beloved son Armand of Toronto graduating in 1955 from the of the late Eldon Carty and the late faculty of Engineering. During this time Joseph Donat Charlotte Smith. Dear brother of Ray he was an active member of Beta Theta Armand Joseph (Bettyanne), Donnie (Nancy), Charlie Pi including a term as fraternity President.

Donat Bisson, born (Nancy), Jack, Beth Manson (Ron), Gerry met his wife at university and they November 25, 1941, Bob (Linda), Wayne, Gary (Karen) were married in Toronto on June 15, 1957. died March 19, and Karen Carty. Also survived by After graduation he took his first job as an 2017 in Kemptville many nieces and nephews. Friends Industrial Engineer with Algoma Steel in Hospital of Lung are invited to join Doug’s family Sault Ste. Marie. During his time at Algoma Cancer. Armand was during an informal drop-in to be held Gerry developed an interest in data pre-deceased by his wife Mariette Ann Ruth at the Arnprior Legion, Branch 174, processing which eventually led him to join (nee Bleakney); He is survived by his son 49 Daniel Street North, Arnprior on International Business Machines (IBM) as Charles, as well as five brothers and sisters, Friday, May 5th from 2 to 4:30. A brief a Sales Representative in 1958. Following 4 step-children, 4 step-grandchildren, and ceremony in celebration of Doug’s life a successful career with IBM, where 1 step-great grandchild, as well as many will take place at 3 p.m. In memory of he became Manager of the Downtown nieces and nephews. Armand had a large, Doug, please consider a donation to Toronto Office, Gerry formed AGT Data loving family as well as wonderful friends, the Partners in Caring Foundation of Systems in 1965 as its President. He was all of who helped sustain and support him Arnprior Regional Health. In the care subsequently appointed Chairman of the over the last few years. Armand’s way of of the Pilon Family Funeral Home Board in 1968 leading the company to its mostly ignoring his cancer, right up until and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, eventual sale to Multiple Access Limited. the last couple of months, while continuing Arnprior.

In retirement Gerry kept himself busy with on with his life as normal, doing all the Condolences/Donations his many interests which included flying, things in life he enjoyed, was inspiring to www.pilonfamily.ca antique automobile restoration and stamp us all. There will be a grave side service at collecting. He was a master stainedBeechwood Cemetery on May 6th, at 10:00 glass craftsman and accomplished bird am, immediately followed by a celebration carver. His creations being amongst the of his life in their reception center. In lieu of family’s most prized possessions. Gerry flowers, for those who wish, a donation to supported – Canadian Guide Dogs for the Big Sky Ranch would be welcome.

Blind, Canadian National Institute for the Condolences/Tributes/Donations Blind (CNIB), Canadian Cancer Society, Hulse, Playfair & McGarry Canadian Heart Foundation and Alzheimer www.hpmcgarry.ca Society of Canada. In accordance with his 613-258-2435 wishes, Gerry will be cremated.

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BEAUPRE, Glen May 6, 2012 Memories have such lovely ways, They give us back our yesterdays.

Miss you Sanferd.

Love Ruby

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BAGG

Carden William

A legend in his own mind, Bill Bagg of Carleton Place died on April 25th, 2017.

Born in Barrie, ON on the Ides of March in 1945 while his father was fighting in WWII, Carden William Bagg grew up with his sister Gini in Cornwall. His parents, Alec and Judy fought often and with an intensity that fuelled Bill’s fiery love of family.

After settling in Ottawa as a young man, Bill travelled to the Arctic, worked as a surveyor, sold insurance, and was a country manager for the Ottawa Journal.

Early on, he developed a love of antiques and Canadiana and was a proud founder of the Bytown Bottle Club. He met Kathleen at a party while on a date with another girl. They married, had four children, built a cottage on Carson Lake and moved to Carleton Place where they began Mill House Antiques. In spite of a divorce and several long-term partners, Kathleen was “the love of his life,” something he never let her forget. Bill remained in Carleton Place and became part of the fabric of the town. He knew its history and would expound upon it at will. He proudly served on town council and was a fixture at St. James Anglican Church.

His reputation as an antique dealer reached well beyond Lanark County, in part due to his unforgettably crammed shop Mississippi Gorge Antiques as well as the years he spent Sundays at his booth at the Stittsville Flea Market. More than that, he left an impression on every person he met. He was a story-teller at heart and somehow drew out personal histories from even the most reticent bystanders. Larger than life, charming, quick-witted, quirky, sentimental, loyal, outspoken, Bill was a showman who loved fully and freely and lived to make people smile. His greatest pride were his children Kelly (Martin), Shannon (Jim), Carden (Rachelle), and Victoria (Ryan) and his greatest joy were his grandchildren Alex, Andrew, Simon, Grace, Eve, James, Virginia, Marianne, Gail, Cecilia, Annie, Greta, Nate, and Sammy. He was a friend to many souls over the years and a father figure to Michael and Brian. Bill spent his final days surrounded by his family, exactly where he would want to be, across from the nurses’ station at the Carleton Place Hospital, just a few blocks away from his house. Thank you, in particular, to Dr. Maria, Lindsey, Pam, Sarah, Elizabeth, and Rebecca for the outstanding care of our father. He often talked about what we should do when he got on the spaceship.

We’ll do just that. Tha-a-a-nks for the memories, Dad. Thank you very mu-u-uch. Bill’s life was celebrated at St. James Anglican Church (225 Edmund Street, Carleton Place) on Monday, May 1st.

Memorial donations can be made to St. James Anglican Church.

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Baker, eleanor – In loving memory of Eleanor who passed away 1 year ago May 3, 2016 Though you’re no longer with me.

Every day I find In one way or another, You’re back there in my mind.

I might hear a piece of music, And at once my mind is stirred, Back to a treasured moment, The two of us have shared.

I never try to stop them, I let them just flow through, It’s just my way of spending time, Once again with you.

When the shadow of night are falling, And we are sitting alone, There always comes a longing dear, If you could only come home.

Missing you Keith

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Wilson

Cecil Roy

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Cecil at the Smiths Falls Hospital on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 in his 92nd year. Cecil was born on the farmland along Corktown Road (house now gone) near Merrickville, which later became the field where H.F. McLean launched his airplane. He was the loving husband and friend of Doreen Wilson (nee Haskins).

Beloved father of Allan Wilson (Marcia) and Dale Wilson (Lorraine). Cherished grandfather of Nicholas Wilson (Amy), Jeremy Wilson, Andrew Wilson (Jessica), and Emily Wilson. Great-grandfather of Ryder and Sophia Wilson. He will be sadly missed by his sisters Grace (Seymore) and Irene, and sister-in-law Alice Haskins.

Predeceased by his parents Clarence and Edna Wilson (nee Moorhouse), his brother Bruce Wilson (Nancy), brothers-in-law Lloyd Haskins, Gordon Haskins, and William Maitland (Margaret nee Haskins).

Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Cecil will be fondly remembered as a good friend and neighbour to many people. He always enjoyed farming and to see the crops grow and flourish. He was also a great visitor to anyone who came along. He drove a school bus for 19 years which he deeply enjoyed, and it gave him reason to get up in the morning. He was sure proud of his new John Deer Tractor which he purchased in 1950, and it is still in the family, and runs like a Deer. He was proud of his homestead which his father purchased in 1927, but as he a Doreen grew older, their energy and health problems became an issue.

Cecil decided to go into a retirement home in June 2013. The family would like to commend the staff at Lombard Manor for their amazing care and compassion during difficult times, which there were many. Friends were invited to visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Sunday, April 30, 2017 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm and 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

A Funeral Service was held in the Chapel on Monday, May 1, 2017 at 11 o’clock.

Interment followed at Wolford Cemetery.

As expressions of sympathy donations to the Easton’s Corners United Church or the Wolford Cemetery would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences can be made at www.lannin.ca.

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Laframboise – In loving memory of Richard Laframboise who passed away April 28, 2016.

Beloved husband of 71 years to Margaret, nee Tadgell, father of Raymond and Annette, brother to Rita, grandfather to Shannon, Ron, Gerard, Denise, and Lori.

We thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new, We thought about you yesterday, And the day before that too.

We think of you in silence We often speak your name Now all we have are memories And your picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake With which we’ll never part God has you in His keeping We have you in our hearts We love you, Your family

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SONNENBURG, Kelsey, BScN RN 7 May 1991 – 3 May 2015 We miss your smile, Your joking ways, We miss the things You used to say.

And when family times We do recall, It’s then we miss you Most of all.

Enjoy the ice cream with Poppa We think of you everyday.

Love you to the moon and back.

Dad and Mom

LEE, Barbara – Many the thoughts I give to you as long hours go by Thinking of the things we used to do and say just you and I Sometimes they make me smile Sometimes they make me cry But are precious to me alone Memories of you and I Your Husband, Gerry Lee

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CRAWFORD – In fond and loving memory of the best husband and father in the world Orval Crawford who passed away May 3, 2003.

With tearful eyes we watched you, And saw you pass away.

Although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay.

You tried so hard to stay with us, Your fight was all in vain.

God took you in his arms, And freed you from your pain.

You didn’t deserve what you went through, And so He gave you rest.

Gods garden must be beautiful, Because now He has the best.

Too dearly loved to ever be forgotten by his loving wife Dolly and four sons and their families

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NOLAN, Orville – In memory of Orville Nolan, father and grandfather, died April 30, 2010.

Remembering you is easy, Dad We do it every day And missing you is something That will never go away.

Darlene and Bill Darwin and Sharon Julie and Todd and Grandchildren Brittany, Ashley, Dan, and Great-Granddaughter Blake XXOO

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DIXON, Duane – In loving memory of a dear husband, Duane, who passed away on May 7, 1995.

As time goes by without you, The days have turned to years,.

They hold a million memories, And a thousand silent tears.

To me you were so special, What more is there to say, Except I wish with all my heart, That you were here today.

Forever loved and missed dearly, Joan

DIXON, Duane – In loving memory of a dear father, father-in-law and grandfather who passed away on May 7, 1995.

Things we feel most deeply, Are the hardest things to say.

But Dad you’re missed and loved, In a very special way.

If we could have one life time wish, One dream we know would come true, We would pray to God with all our hearts, For yesterday and you.

Sadly missed and forever loved, Dawn, Brian and Michaela and Dale, Sue and Helena

HARPER, Raymond H – In loving memory of a Dear Husband, Father, Grandfather and Poppa who passed away May 4th, 2013.

They say memories are so precious, Well maybe that is true.

We never wanted memories, We only wanted you.

So many times we’ve needed you, So many times we’ve cried.

If our Love could have saved you, You never would have died.

In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still.

In our hearts He holds a place, No one can ever fill.

Missing you always, Your Loving Wife Bonnie and Family xo

HAUGHIAN – In loving memory of a dear Aunt Nora (Lally) who passed away May 8, 2008.

In loving memory of a dear Uncle Vincent, who passed away September 24, 2004.

Every day in some small way Memories of you come our way Though absent, you are ever near Still missed, still loved and ever dear.

Always remembered Brian, Jane and family

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HALL, David M. – February 17, 1939May 4, 2009.

A precious one from us has gone, A voice we loved is stilled, We who loved him, sadly miss him, But will be forever in our hearts.

Love, Debbie and the Lewis family

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Baker, eleanor For a very special Mother, Grandmother & Mother-in-law who passed away on May 3, 2016.

Where has the year gone? It seems like just yesterday I was picking you up for one of our road trips.

Whether it was shopping, a weekend getaway, a vacation, or just lunch and a boat ride, there were always lots of laughs and great memories made! What we wouldn’t give for just one more!

I cannot bring the old days back, Your smile I cannot see, I can only treasure the memories, Of days that use to be.

Missing you now & forever, Sharon, Kevin, Meagan, April & Lynn

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JORDAN, Wes – May 5, 2007 Ten years have passed but we Don’t forget the love and joy You brought to our lives.

Your heart was kind and true To so many and we treasure All the memories.

Our lives have changed but We still see your smiling face, Hear your laughter and feel Your gentle touch.

You are a special angel To watch over us each day.

Loved and never forgotten, Carol and Family

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HEALTH CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Attention Ontario residents: Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Tollfree 1-888-511-2250 or www.canada benefit.ca/free-assessment GET UP TO $50,000 from the Government of Canada. Do you or someone you know Have any of these Conditions? ADHD, Anxiety, Arthritis, Asthma, Cancer, COPD, Depression, Diabetes, Difficulty Walking, Fibromyalgia, Irritable Bowels, Overweight, Trouble Dressing...and Hundreds more. ALL Ages & Medical Conditions Qualify. CALL ONTARIO BENEFITS 1-(800)-211-3550

VACATION/TRAVEL

CRUISE SPECIAL WORLD CLASS CRUISING CLOSE TO HOME! SAVE $700.00 per couple REACH MILLIONS OF CUSTOMERS IN ONTARIO WITH ONE EASY CALL! Your Classified Ad or Display Ad would appear in weekly newspapers each week across Ontario in urban, suburban and rural areas.

For more information Call Today 647-350-2558, Email: kmagill@rogers.com

WANTED WE PAY TOP DOLLAR for all coins and paper money, gold & silver bullion and Estate sales.

FREE appraisals and mobile service.

Call or text: 613-297-1661, Email: sales@cointalkcanada.com.

STEEL BUILDINGS STEEL BUILDING SALE ...”MEGA MADNESS SALE!” 20X23 $5,780.

25X25 $6,312. 30X31 $8,175. 33X35 $9,407. One End Wall Included.

Check Out www.pioneersteel.ca for more prices. Pioneer Steel 1-855212-7036

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June 2 - 6, 2017 Upper Canada Expedition INCLUDES: • SHORE EXCURSIONS • GREAT MEALS • NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT AND MUCH MORE… www.StLawrenceCruiseLines.com TOLL-FREE 1-800-267-7868 253 Ontario Street, Kingston, Ontario (TICO # 2168740)

BUSINESS OPPS. 3 HIGH CASH PRODUCING BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES For Your Review. Check These Out w w w. t c v e n d . c o m , w w w. v e n d i n g f o r h o p e . c o m , w w w, s w e e t s f o r a cause.com. Choose Any One or Mix & Match. Glad To Answer Any Questions. CALL US at 1-866-6686629

Across from Tim Hortons, Perth

www.rthomsonauto.com

613-267-7484, cell 613-349-9418 TRAILERS / RV’S 29’ Travel Trailer, 2014 Starcraft 286RLWS Travelstar Galaxy, black pearl edition excellent condition, still smells new! sleeps 6, 36” x 40” shower, many beautiful options. asking $29,500. 613-283-0902

FARM

WANTED TO RENT

WANTED TO RENT

-Wanted-

2 bedroom apartment or house must be walking distance to downtown Perth

613-267-6146

Barn Roof Paint, steel COMMERCIAL RENT Classifieds gates, 4’x7’ solid doors.

Get Results!

613-285-7363 Downtown Perth, retail, office, 634 sq. ft., $550/mnth parking. COMMERCIAL RENT MF 245 8 speed with fast includes remotes. New in 1981, 613-267-4935. nearly new tires, new seat and fresh from the shop.

3800hrs. $7500 or B.O. all modern equipment Phone 613-812-1777

Garage/Business for lease Balderson

New tractor parts for most makes, specializing in engine rebuild kits, 1000s of other parts, service manuals. Our 45th year.

16385 Telephone Road, Brighton. 613-475-1771 or 1-800-481-1353, www. diamondfarmtractorparts.com

TOM’S CUSTOM AIRLESS PAINTING Specializing in roof barn & aluminum/ vinyl siding painting *30 years experience. *Screw nailing and roof repairs.

Insured and Bonded Free Estimates

(613)283-8475

Fully licenced Will help finance. Rent negotiable

613-267-4566 or 613-326-1252

HALL RENTAL HANLEY HALL Corner of McGill & William Sts.

Smiths Falls Air conditioned

613-283-0220

FOR RENT

Balderson. 1+ bedroom apartment, handicap accessible; also suitable for seniors.

Everything included.

613-267-4566.

613-326-1252

Smiths Falls, 2 story log house for rent, river view.

2 1/2 bath, fridge stove, laundry appliances incl. $900/mth. Heat hydro extra, children pets negotiable.

Jamie @ 613-284-9829/ Carleton Place, 3 bed- 720-4860. Available June. room, 1 bathroom home, with large lot in good n e i g h b o r h o o d , Urgent: wanting to rent, $1200/mnth, heat & hydro house, 3 beds, 1.5 baths. extra. first and last re- June 1st or July 1st. Must quired. fridge & stove in- have garage or clean basecluded. 613-257-4627. ment. 613-283-2210 or 613-264-4977.

Carleton Place, Seniors 50’s Plus Building. No ROOM / BOARD smoking, no pets. First & last months rent $750.00 & up. 1 & 2 Carleton Place, 1 private bedroom apartments. & 1 semi private rooms, Call 613-863-6487 or walk out basement floor, for elderly or mentally 613-720-9860 challenged person. For more information call Lisa Colonel By Luxury adult 613-253-0853. apartments. Close to County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls. Air condiREAL ESTATE tioning, exercise room, party room, library and FOR SALE BY OWNER elevator. 613-283-9650.

ROOM FOR RENT in Renfrew, $450 monthly included heat hydro water cable and kitchen and laundry facilities. Call Steve at 613-854-1073.

Pensioner welcome.

Trailer Big Rideau Lake.

Luxury Park Model Trailer with Sunroom, extras, $76,900.00 Rideau Mac Resort. Site 76. Fractional ownership.

Information: www.rideaumacresort.com Contact: 613-864-1285.

Small 1 bedroom apartment for rent, Perth, ON, close to downtown, hospitals, etc. $700/month.

Suitable for an individual.

References required.

613-812-0809.

LD FOR SOSALE

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

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BRAND NEW APARTMENT BUILDING AVAILABLE JULY 1, 2017

FOR RENT

1 Room for rent, 42 Church St West, Smiths full-time working LIVESTOCK Falls, quiet person, all inclusive, Wanted to buy, horses, $120/wk. 613-812-2400. colts and ponies, all types.

Contact Bob Perkins at 2 bedroom mobile home 613-342-6030. on Mississippi Lake. $600/month plus utilities.

FINANCIAL / INCOME TAX 613-253-3718.

The Only Way, Personal and Small Business Tax Preparation. Certified and Professional, prompt and efficient service. Patricia Hendry 613-200-0559 (home). Answering service available.

Almonte, upper bachelor apartment, separate sleeping area, secure heritage building, mostly seniors, available July. $695 plus.

No pets. All amenities. 151 Reserve St. 613-257-5711.

MORTGAGES

MORTGAGES

“Attention” Homeowners • Pay off high interest debt • Renovate your home • Retire with more money • Vacations • College Education Bank mortgages: $50,000 = $184.60/mth OAC $100,000 = $369.21/mth OAC Private Mortgages: $50,000 = $250.00/mth OAC $100,000 = $500.00/mth OAC Call Four Corners Mortgages NOW! 613-345-5284 FSCO 12725 CLS468330_0504

2 Decaria Blvd., Perth Book your unit today!

This building has an elevator and 4 Wheelchair accessible units for 1, 2 and 3 bedroom suites. Prices range from $925/mo to $1195/mo plus hydro. Landlord pays for gas heat, water and sewer. Unit sizes are from 700-1100 square feet. Units come equipped with dishwasher, air conditioning, fridge and stove. Laundry facilities on every floor. Parking for 31 cars on site. Building is camera-monitored 24-7.

Call for more info 613-918-0145 ext. 505.

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MEDICAL CONDITION?

Found on Tennyson Road, Please call after 4pm or Get up to $50,000 from leave message on mathe Government of Cana- chine. da. Do you or someone 613-267-7436 you know Have any of Lost- Canon 35 mm camethese Conditions? ADHD, ra, in soft black case.

Anxiety, Arthritis, Asthma, Crosswalk Gore St and Cancer, COPD, Depres- Royal Bank, Perth. April sion, Diabetes, Difficulty 18. 613-283-7276 leave Walking, Fibromyalgia, message.

Irritable Bowels, Overweight, Trouble Dressing...and Hundreds more.

WORK WANTED ALL Ages & Medical Conditions Qualify. CALL A Load to the dump ONTARIO BENEFITS Cheap! Clean up renova1-(800)-211-3550 tions, clutter, garage sale junk or dead trees brush.

613-899-7269.

A Small Job or More.

Renovations/Repairs.

Kitchen & Bath, Tub-toAlcoholics Anonymous shower conversions, grab bars, painting, plumbing, 613-284-2696. flooring, tile, countertops, 613-858-1390, Are you concerned about decks. someone’s drinking? 613-257-7082.

There is help available for you in AL-ANON/Alateen. Certified Mason. 12 years Call 613-284-6100, experience. Chimney re257-3138, 272-3105, pair, restoration, parging, 203-3713, 826-2566, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job 283-5038. specialist. Free estimates.

613-250-0290.

Overeaters Anonymous 613-264-5158

PERSONAL

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LEGAL NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All persons having claims against the Estate of Daphne Irene Addis, late of the town of Kemptville, who died on or about the 9th day of March, 2017, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustee on or before the 3rd day of July, 2017; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

DATED at Kemptville, Ontario this 4th day of May, 2017.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of Paul Raymond Maxwell, late of the Township of Drummond/ North Elmsley in the County of Lanark, who died on the 14th day of March, 2017, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustee on or before the 3rd day of June, 2017; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

DATED at Perth this 3rd day of May, 2017.

BEVERLEE SABOURIN and CATHY SENTNER Estate Trustees, by their Solicitor, The Law Office of Connie Lamble, 222 Prescott Street, P.O. Box 1280, Kemptville, Ontario K0G 1J0.

Attn: Connie Lamble.

613-258-0038

Jane M. St. Denis, Estate Trustee, by her Solicitors, BARKER WILLSON PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION, 31 Foster Street, Perth ON K7H IR8, Attn: David G. Heeley.

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Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley Notice of Surplus Equipment Sale Invitation to Tender FD-2017-01 Surplus Equipment Sale of 1987 Vacuum Tanker Specifications and Bid Submission form may be obtained from Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley Fire Department Station #1 located at: 44 Main St Lyn ON K0E 1M0 fireadmin@elizabethtown-kitley.on.ca 613-498-2460 Sealed bids, clearly marked as to contents, will be received at the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley New Dublin Office until Friday May 19, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. * Reserve bid in place*

LOST & FOUND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of James Winston Hanna, late of the Town of Perth in the County of Lanark, who died on the 10th day of February, 2017, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustees on or before the 20th day of May, 2017; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

DATED at Perth this 13th day of April, 2017.

Douglas B. James, Karen Lynn Manley and Stacy Leigh McPherson, Estate Trustees, by their Solicitors, BARKER WILLSON PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION, 31 Foster Street, Perth ON K7H 1R8, Attn: S. Craig Halpenny.

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WORK WANTED Lawn & yard care, mowing, trimming, clean-up etc. 613-283-7782 Man with truck will pick up garbage, cut small trees or brush, small moves, packing etc. Reasonable. 613-267-4129.

LOST INDOOR ONLY CAT. Missing since November 12/13. Lost from 1012 Perth Rd Smiths Falls/Beckwith area. It is believed that he is safe inside someone’s home. But he may have ran much farther from home then expected. I am still trying to find Neako and he is extremely missed. Neako is 13 years old, black and white coloring, with green eyes. I miss my boy and I’m pleading with my community and surrounding areas to help me find him.

Please call Krista 613299-4885.

Need a house cleaner, a person to do catering, a person to cook and bake.

Call Noella 613-283-4763 or 613-285-1170 Retiree with talents in gardening, yard maintenance and house cleaning.

Looking to help those who need assistance with home and yard care. Located in Perth.

Please call 613-326-0210.

WORK WANTED

T.L.C.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS No job too small!

Free estimates • Home Renovations • Plumbing Repairs • Painting/cleanup • Concrete work Doug Morley 257-7177

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* New Location 95 Dufferin Hwy 7 *

Almonte/Carp area, Room for Rent $700/month, includes parking, TV, Internet. or possiblility of whole house, on 2 acre lot (call to discuss whole house rental) References. 819-321-9397

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R. Thomson Auto Sales

FOR RENT

PAUL’S MASONRY

BUILDING AND REPAIRS Heritage Stone, Brick and Block Footings, Foundations, Concrete Finishing, Log Chinking and Chimney Sweeping Will go anywhere!

PAUL WARRINGTON 268-2394

CL425834/tf

FOR RENT

HELP WANTED

Seamless Eavestrough, renovations, deck restoration, roadside mowing, grading, painting, roofing, line painting, cottage jacking, fencing, dump runs.

613-257-8143 or 613-264-8143.

Assistant Manager, Cook.

Full time Seasonal for local Children’s summer camp.

Experience cooking nutritional meals for large groups, supervising staff and managing the safety and cleanliness of a busy kitchen. Energy and enthuSemi-retired, all home siasm in working with renovations, interior & ex- youth a big asset! Please terior, years of experience. send resume to: info@campotterdale.com Call Brent 613-283-6088.

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PASSPORT SHUTTLE – May 10 .........................................................................$19.25 WATERTOWN SHOPPING – May 16 – Salmon Run Mall, Kohls, grocery, Joannes, Target. Afternoon shuttle ....................................................................$55.50 SYRACUSE OUTLET MALL – June 4 – great buys .......................................$55.50 KINGSTON SHOPPING – June 4 – Cataraqui Mall/Outlets on Division ......$19.25 QUILT CANADA – June 14 – Toronto – workshops, demos, marketplace .......$83.00 MYSTERY TOUR – June 28 – includes lunch, coffee break, surprises..............$89.00 DESTINY USA MALL (Carousel) – July 14 ...............................................$52.00 SYRACUSE CLASSIC CAR SHOW – July 14 – includes admission ......$86.00 KINGSTON PENITENTIARY TOUR – August 11 or Sept 23 ......................$75.00 RIDEAU CARLETON CASINO June 6, July 4 ....$10 Voucher.......................$14.50

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ST. JACOBS – June 9-10 – Explore the many shops, galleries and boutiques of St. Jacobs Village. Enjoy discovering all of famous St. Jacob’s Market has to offer. Dinner at one of the local Mennoite restaurants is included.

Visit our website: www.echotoursandtravel.com Applicable taxes not included 284–2003 or 1-800-667-0210 9 Chambers St., Smiths Falls K7A 2Y2

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Local General Contracting Company seeking an experienced, reliable Labourer/Driver with AZ License. Must be able to run various Construction Equipment and willing to assist with general construction operations. E-mail resume to donna@rkporter.com

CARLETON PLACE, cleaning position, very parttime, only when and as required, neat, tidy thorough, $13.45/hr, female preference. B.R. Realty.

613-257-5711

Star Toilet Rentals, Kemptville, part-time driver needed G license & good driving record.

E-mail resume to info@startoiletrentals.com

Handyman Service looking for full time labourers to do handyman work, landscaping, cutting grass, yard cleanup. 613-267-5460.

Part time Bartender Wanted. Must be Smart Serve Certified and bondable.

Experience preferred but will train.

Days and hours will vary, evenings and weekends required. Deadline to apply is Friday May 12th. Please forward resume to Royal Canadian Legion - 26 Beckwith St. E, Perth ON K7H 1B5 Attn: Manager or email to perthlegion244@bellnet.ca

PSW Needed Part-time with various hours in Ashton. Private homecare for disabled aged 53, woman with MS. Experienced in passionate caregiving.

Meal preparation, bathing, transfers, feeding etc.

Own transportation. Call Dayle. 613-257-8007

SUMMER JOBS -- We’re looking for bright, energetic people who enjoy the outdoors for employment at our berry farms and kiosks in Nepean, Barrhaven, Manotick, Kanata, Stittsville, Kemptville, Almonte and Carleton Place.

Apply online at www.shouldicefarm.com

Seamstress Required Carleton Uniforms Inc. has an immediate opening for a part-time seamstress. The successful applicant should have basic sewing skills and/or the ability to perform alterations to garments, more specifically, the application of crests onto shirts and outerwear, applying braid/tape to shirts and pants and/or hemming and serging of pants. The position requirements are for 3-4 days per week Monday to Friday work week.

Carleton Uniforms sells work and dress wear to the Emergency Services Sector across Canada including Paramedics, Fire Fighters and Police/Security. The company has been in operation since 1992 and is located in a new facility in Carleton Place.

Please forward resumes to lperkins@carletonuniforms.com or drop them off personally at our head office at 5 Costello Drive in Carleton Place.

Barbers Wanted.

Comfort Station Labourers - Pipelayers Sorters/Pickers (Carp location) - Surveyors - Deckmen AZ Drivers - 310T Mechanics (Kingston) Paint & Body Technicians

As a leading manufacturer of advanced textiles and materials, we are excited about our future and the role talented individuals play in our company.

Tomlinson offers: Competitive Wages, Matching RRSP, Great Training & Education Programs and Excellent Employer Paid Health & Dental Plans

ABOUT US: We have a talented team of dedicated employees focused on excellence. We are looking to fill the following positions at our manufacturing plant in Perth.

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Apply online at www.tomlinsongroup.com Email resume to careers@tomlinsongroup.com Drop off resume at 5597 Power Road Fax resume to 613-822-6844

Weaving Operator ABOUT YOU: • Positive • Detail Oriented • Problem Solver • Strong Communication Skills Please forward your resume with a list of references to: careers@albint.com Thank you for your interest.

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We are currently looking for the following positions.

DZ Truck Driver Contractor Desk Pressure Treated Yard Help Cedar, Building material knowledge an asset.

Trex Decking and Applications can be sent by Fencing Fax: 613-838-7869, email dkazdarhh@primus.ca or apply in person 6379 Perth Richmond Are you ready for yourSt., Spring time projects??

Let our staff assist you with all your Spring time dreams!!

Barbers & Hair Stylists Needed For Our 'Award-Winning' Downtown Perth Barber Shop. You MUST Own A Lawn Mower, Sheep Shears and Several Sized Bowls. Ability to use Scissors And a Razor Helpful. MUST be able to keep up an UNENDING STREAM of Chatter About Nothing.

NO Liberals or Toronto Maple Leaf Fans need apply. Seriously, excellent base hourly wage PLUS Commission.

Full-Time and Part-Time Positions.

A GREAT Sense of Humor is Required.

Call Sandra at: (613) 267-5100 or Email: Sandra@PerthBarber.com Father and Sons Barber Shop

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A busy Concrete Construction Company in the is nowreliable here!

Smiths FallsSpring area pricing is seeking Labourers, LOCATED Form Setters and Floor Finishers.

12 MINUTES FROM STITTSVILLE

ON FRANKTOWN RD., JUST WEST OF RICHMOND

Job Description: Perform a variety of tasks including 6379 Perth Street, Richmond setting forms for concrete structures and site work according to specifications and drawings.

Essential Job Requirements: Must be physically fit and be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.

Must be available to work flexible hours and have reliable transportation to work.

Basic Equipment Required: tool belt, hammer, 25’ tape, hard hat, safety glasses and steel toed work boots Experience in concrete work, carpentry skills and a valid driver’s license are an asset Please e-mail or fax resumes to: McNamee Concrete Email: concrete@mcnameeconcrete.com or Fax: (613) 284-1862 No Phone Calls Please.

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Lanark Renfrew Health & Community Services Employment Opportunity Finance Assistant—0.6 FTE The North Lanark Community Health Centre—a part of Lanark Renfrew Health & Community Services—is seeking to fill a 0.6 FTE (21 hr/wk) ongoing position for a Finance Assistant.

Position Overview: The Finance Assistant will primarily be responsible for accounts payable and maintaining the financial accounts of the Community Health Centers (North Lanark and Whitewater-Bromley) For a complete position description, please refer to our website at: www.nlchc.on.ca Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume to amy@lrhcs.ca by noon on May 18, 2017.

If at any stage in the process you require an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Amy Vanderspank at 613-257-7619 ext. 1308 and let us know how we can assist you.

Although we appreciate all responses, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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HELP WANTED Cleaners/Team Leaders for residential cleaning company based in North Gower.

Mon-Fri. No evenings, No weekends.

All travel paid. $ 1 2 . 0 0 - $ 1 6 . 0 0 / h r.

613-489-3993 or elitecleaning@storm.ca

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RECE Needed for summer work, first aide & CPR required, in good standing with College ECE. Also require part-time cook applicants must have or be prepared to obtain a Police Vulnerable Sector Check. Food handlers & CPR Certificates will be considered an asset. Although courses can be provided.

Drop resume at Nursery Rhyme Daycare Center, 11 Elmsley St. North, Smiths Falls, K7A 2G4 or email to: nursery@ripnet.com Attention: Susan Adams.

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Broadview Nursing Centre is a 75 Bed Long Term Care Facility located in Smiths Falls Ontario that is looking for 2 part-time (around 24+ hours per week) PSW’s. Additional call-in shifts are also available.

Candidates need to be motivated with excellent organizational, leadership and problem solving skills. Experience in geriatrics is preferred however not essential.

Candidates must have their PSW and vulnerable sector check complete within the last 6 months.

Please email or fax resume and cover letter to: Laurie.MacRae@Broadviewnc.ca Fax: 613-283-7073 CLS715813_1020

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Logistics Department Full time Shipper/Receiver - The ideal candidate will be organized and has the ability to adapt to constant change while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

The successful candidate will be organized, meticulous with details, be able to prioritize, multi-task, and have strong computer knowledge. Experience in Logistics is considered an asset, but not necessary.

Salary: $27,300 plus benefits Customer Service Administrator/Service Support Representative (Bilingual) – The ideal candidate will be personable, proficient, professional, organized, and be able to communicate (written & verbal) in English & French.

The successful candidate must have strong customer service skills, meticulous with details, multi-task, have strong computer knowledge, and the ability to work in a high volume fast-paced environment.

Salary: $31,000 per year plus benefits Interested candidates should forward their resume electronically to: jobs@davtech.ca (please specify which position you are applying for) We thank all candidates who apply, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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JOIN THE TEAM.

DAY-TIME, PART-TIME and OVERNIGHT SHIFTS AVAILABLE McDonald’s has immediate openings in Perth.

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FULL-TIME OVERNIGHT MAINTENANCE STAFF McDonald’s has an immediate opening in Perth and Kemptville These are 8 hour shifts, 11 p.m.-7 a.m.

Stop by today to fill out an application or email resume to: hiring@carterfoods.ca

Please send Resume to Fax # 613-283-9886 or Email: phoenix@phoenixdisaster.ca Please NO phone calls

Lanark County is seeking a high energy, dynamic, professional to fill the following Part Time On-Call opportunity in our Public Works Department.

Machining, Welding Welding Bell’s Machining andHydraulics Hydraulicsrequires requiresa and anParts Industrial Equipment Counter Person.

Painter Experience an asset. Wages

Experience an asset.

Wages negotiable based on experience. negotiable based on experience.

Benefit package & Benefit packageavailable. available profit sharing Drop resume in person persontoto Dropoff resume off in 2044 Rogers Road 2044 Rogers Road, Perth Or to 613-267-6101 613-267-6101 or fax fax to or to or email email to bellsmachining@bellnet.ca bellsmachining@bellnet.ca CAREER OPPORTUNITY

PART TIME ON-CALL MECHANIC (POSTING #PW2017-004)

MANDATE: Maintain and repair County equipment and attachments.

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Full and Part-time Position Available.

Candidates should have good knowledge of the streets and roads around Smiths Falls Perth and surrounding areas. experience handling cash an asset.

Competitive wages offered. Training provided. Please drop off or mail resume to 5 Chambers Street, Smiths Falls K7A 2Y2 Attention: Brett. We thank all applicants, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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DRIVERS REQUIRED Access Taxi requires Full and Part-Time drivers for Perth and Smiths Falls

Should be familiar with streets and surrounding roads. Top of the industry remuneration paid. Excellent supplemental income for semi-retired and retired persons.

Please call Brett

at 613-283-5555.

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McNeely’s Outdoor Power Equipment in Carp is looking for an employee for Summer Employment, typically May to August or September.

Looking for an Experienced Estimator Knowledge with Xactimate would be an asset. Valid Drivers License.

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All services are FREE!

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Open Mon.–Fri. 40 Sunset Blvd. Perth

PHOENIX DISASTER CONTROL LTD. Fire/Flood Restoration Company Based in Smiths Falls

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Explore this rewarding opportunity and learn more about the requirements for this position, including application deadline, by visiting job opportunities on our website at: www.lanarkcounty.ca Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 42 - Thursday, May 4, 2017

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Must have a clean driving record and be able to drive a truck and trailer, computer knowledge and small engine knowledge an asset. Must be available Saturdays. Great position for University student or retired person.

Send Resume to mcneelyope@bellnet.ca or drop into 469 Donald B. Munro Drive, Carp

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Taking payments, making change, taking bookings, assisting visitors.

General park & building maintenance (light duties/odd jobs).

Providing information to tourists and directing them to Smiths Falls’ businesses.

Must have knowledge of the Town of Smiths Falls and surrounding areas.

Excellent customer service skills, knowledge of RVs and/or Boats an asset.

Must have good math skills and computer experience. $12 per hour. Up to 35 hours per week, weekdays, evenings and weekends.

Email by May 19th to: info@smithsfallschamber.ca This position is for a student who is returning to school in the fall; pending funding through Canada Summer Jobs. www.smithsfallschamber.ca CLS750826_0504

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Wanted: Full Time Family Home Providers in Lanark County, Ontario We are currently looking for new home providers that will enable individuals to live as an integral part of the family setting. The Family Home Program has been with the Community Living Association since 1987.

About the Family Home Program The Family Home Program is a flexible option that matches people with intellectual disabilities to individuals or families, called Family Home Providers, who can provide a caring, stable home environment. The supports offered are tailored to each situation and take into consideration the unique qualities and needs of everyone involved.

Who are Family Home Providers?

Family Home Providers are people who have chosen to open their homes and their lives to a person with an intellectual disability. These individuals: •Can be single, couples or families of all types •Have diverse experiences, backgrounds and lifestyles •Can provide a consistent, nurturing home life, and •Are willing and capable of assisting another person in the areas of daily living as necessary Reimbursement Family Home Providers are compensated for services based on a daily rate, tax free.

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Perth: 3 Bedroom rowhouse, new 2-storey building, 2 large balconies, 2 large decks, open concept in tiled kitchen/dining/living area, electric radiant in-floor heating (new energy efficient system), 1-1/2 bath, jet tub, free parking, coin laundry facility. Every room TV, internet, phone jacks, no water/sewage costs. $1200/month plus hydro. Available July 2017.

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Downsizing Sale, April 29 & 30, May 6 & 7, household items, office/furniture items, sport/exercise equipment, auto tools, garden, etc. 1465 Scotchline Road, (off CR25), Oxford Mills, 9am-2pm.

Estate Sale, Anne (Burchell) Williams, May 12 & 13, 9am-4pm, Annes’ large diversified collections of antiques, local collectibles is being sold. 2 Inverness Ave, Perth.

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Auction Sale Lanark Civitan Hall Lanark, ON

Saturday, May 13, 2017

Auction 10 a.m. – Viewing 9 a.m.

SPRING CONSIGNMENT AUCTION ’52 John Deere M, ATV’s, firearms, Ducks Unlimited collection, boats, trailers, lawn & garden equipment, tools, horse items & much more! *CALL TODAY TO CONSIGN* For listing & pictures see www.theauctionhunt.com Terms: Cash or Good Cheque

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Auctioneer: Jim Beere

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AUCTION SALE SpOrTINg gOOdS. 160 FIrEArmS (NEw).

OpTICS. AmmO. HUNTINg SUppLIES. for South Frontenac Rental Centre #4567 Hwy 38 Harrowsmith, ON on Sat., May 13/17 @ 10 am New merchandise to include - Approx. 160 new guns (rifles & shotguns). New reloaders. Lge qty new & used scopes (incl. red dots). Gun barrels. Large qty of shotgun & rifle shells. Gun cases & holsters. Gun slings. Shooting sticks & tripods. Gun vise block. Coyote & turkey decoys.

Several cases of duck decoys. Duck & turkey calls. MOJO predator caller. Trail cameras. Target kits. Mineral & deer attractants. Live animal traps. Pop-up, ground & tree blinds. Camouflage nets. Minnow pails. Hunting knives.

Ear muffs. Hunting hats, vests, camouflage Beretta pants & jackets (M-XXXL), other apparel & accessories. Lit window & other advertising signs. Vintage WW2 gunner boxes, shell cases & bullets. Some used guns & many other articles too numerous to mention….

For Full Description & Photos Please Visit Website at www.jimhandsauction.com SFRC is currently a premier destination & expanding company. During their restructuring period they will be hosting a 2 day auction sale for discriminating sportspeople & firearm enthusiasts. All firearms will be sold Day 1.

PAL required. Day 2 Auction - Mon., May 22 Terms on Chattels: Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa, M/C

Auctioneer & Qualified Appraiser JIM HANDS: THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613)267-6027 www.jimhandsauction.com AUCTIONS

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UNRESERVED REAL ESTATE AUCTION @ # 245 & # 249 Elphin Maberly Rd.K0H 2B0 in the village of Maberly, ON. on Wed., May 24/17 @ 6 pm

Saturday, May 20 @ 10 a.m.

617 Porter Rd., Smiths Falls Off Glenview Rd. from Hwy 43 west of Smiths Falls Proprietor- Mr. Winston Porter Selling 530 acre (approx.) farm including large brick home, former dairy barn and heated workshop.

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Carrie Hands, CAI, CPPA, Auctioneer & Appraiser Jason Hands, Auctioneer

@www.handsauction.com Bidding Opens Thursday, May, 4th @ 9 a.m.

Closing Thursday, May, 11th @ 7p.m.

Bid on Coins, Jewellery, Clocks, Collectibles, Modern & Antique Household furnishings Pick up of your purchases is Saturday May 13th from 9 – 12 noon at our facility located at

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-Online Only Auction-

5501 County Road 15, RR #2, Brockville, ON K6V 5T2 Phone: (613) 926-2919 E-mail: auction@handsauction.com www.handsauction.com

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Tractors: IH 1086 2wd with cab 4700 hrs; Ford 7000 2wd with cab 10,000 hrs; IH 684 with loader; IH 460; IH 414; MF 200 bulldozer Machinery: NH 648 round baler; Woods SS 842 3pt hitch snowblower like new; Ford discs 18ft; Bush Hog discs; rock bucket; pallet fork bucket; bale spear; chain harrows; 600 loader; scraper blade; bush hog; NH 707 single row corn harvester; NH silage blower 25; NH 488 haybine; NH 268 square baler; NH rake; IH McCormick 80 combine; Kverneland five furrow plow; Kongslide V1B Rocrop cultivator; IH 510 seed drill 21 run; Fransgard 3pt hitch log skidder winch; Horst hay wagon; round bale feeder; NH 510 manure spreader; grain auger; tools; antique horse drawn gravel wagon; antique fanning mill; wood splitter; post driver; quantity of stove wood plus much more.

Auction starts at 10 a.m. with farm items. Real estate to sell early afternoon. Deposit required from buyer of real estate on sale day. Please contact auctioneer for terms of sale.

For pictures & full list see: www.joyntauction.ca 613-285-7494

~ Unreserved Estate Fixer Upper ~ Any time is a good time to buy a fixer upper. So come seal the deal. Surveyed lot (0.78 acres having 141’ frontage x 200’ depth +/-). Plan 27R-10832. Storie & a half home has alum. siding & steel roof. Front entrance to living room, kitchen, laundry room, bath having new 4 pce walk-in bath/shower combo. Plus main floor bedroom w/ new flooring plus a bedroom/loft. Side entrance mudroom to kitchen. 100 amp service. Propane furnace. Elec. hot water heater. On well. Needs septic. Detached 2 car 24’ x 28’ garage w/ steel roof & siding. Pleasant surprise is the nearby Fall River Restaurant just off Hwy #7. Yearly taxes $ 1,332.00 (+/-). For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office at 613-267-6027.

Auctioneer & Qualified Appraiser JIM HANDS: THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613)267-6027 www.jimhandsauction.com

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Lombardy School Parking Lot, May 6, 7am-noon, proceeds towards Gr. 8 Grad, something for everyone. raindate May 13.

Multi-family sale, PerthInverness Avenue and Argyle Drive neighbourhood (just off Sunset Blvd), over 10 families involved. 8 a.m.-noon. Saturday, May Large moving sale, 667 6. Something for everyKidd Rd, Ashton, May 6, one!

8am sharp, 30 years collecting, vintage, antique, great stuff.

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SAT., MAY 6, 2017 @ 10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM FOR MR. & MRS. JAROLI 14 MILLS ST. BISHOPS MILLS The Jaroli’s have the property up for sale & will be offering the following at auction. Ford F150 ½ ton, single axle trailer, large quantity of stamped #2 lumber, sheets of chip board, vintage ice box, antiques, collectibles, prints, modern household & much more!

Auctioneer’s Note: This auction has a wide variety of merchandise, something for everyone! For a more detailed list with photos go to www.lmauctions.ca Auctioneer/ Owner not responsible for lost, stolen Damaged Articles, Accidents day of Sale. Canteen Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard Photo I.D. All Announcements Day of Sale Takes Precedence Over All Printed Matter To Book Your Sale Call:

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SAT., MAY 13, 2017 @ 10 AM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 9 AM FOR MRS. JACKIE BARKLEY 7068 CTY. RD. 44 SPENCERVILLE We are pleased to offer at auction a large quantity of early bank notes, coins, local memorabilia, antiques, collectibles, modern furniture, tools, Generac GP 3250 generator, compressor, welder, lawn tractor. An Invacare mobility scooter & much more! Auctioneer’s Note: Property for sale, expect surprises, for a more detailed list with photos go to www. lmauctions.ca Auctioneer/ Owner not responsible for lost, stolen Damaged Articles, Accidents day of Sale.

Canteen Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard Photo I.D. All Announcements Day of Sale Takes Precedence Over All Printed Matter To Book Your Sale Call:

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TWILIGHT AUCTION THURSDAY, MAY 4, 2017 @ 6 PM SHARP! PREVIEW @ 5 PM FOR MR. MRS. BRIAN JORDAN TO BE HELD @ MARSHALL’S AUCTION HOUSE SPENCERVILLE Massey Harris 33 tractor, fully restored, snapper ride on mower 12.5 hp B&S engine, Mastercraft 10.5 hp snow blower, tools, antiques, collectibles, modern furnishings, appliances etc. Auctioneer’s Note: All items in as new condition showing pride of ownership throughout!

For a more detailed list w/ photos go to www.lmauctions.ca Auctioneer/ Owner not responsible for Lost, Stolen, Damaged Articles, Accidents day of Sale. Canteen Terms: Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard Photo I.D. All Announcements Day of Sale Takes Precedence Over All Printed Matter To book your sale call

AUCTION SALE Saturday May 13, 2017 10:00 AM sharp For David and Cathy Cunningham to be held at their home located at 55 Mountain View Rd., Arnprior, Ontario.

Fransgard 3 pth Forestry winch – Model 4Fransgard Forestry winch – Model 4000; IHC 382 Backhoe attachment; Farmall “A” tractor with loader; 3 pth trencher attachment; HD Tandem Dump trailer; Model 32 Case Backhoe attachment with buckets; MF 50 tractor; NI single row Corn picker; JD 506 rotary cutter; Cardinal hay elevator; wood processor; hydraulic Log splitter; 12 ton running gear; 3 ton running gear; Massey Harris grain grinder – belt drive; MF 3 Furrow plow; JD 2 furrow plow; Busy Bee hack saw; Land roller; Head gate and chute; IHC 35 hay rake; Rhino scraper blade; MF 50 or 65 loader; Toro 824 snow blower; Canadian blower forge; Horse drawn seed drill; HD Drill Press; radial arm saw; Shop crane; Welder – 225/150 amp; 4000W Generator; tire changer; bolt bin; 20” Metal lathe; air compressor; Johnson 15HP outboard motor; Stainless Steel cabinet with built in refrigerator; Stihl chain saw; HD Press; Log tongs; Estate sprayer; chop saw; Really cold 24,000 BTU window air conditioner - new; 3 KW Generator; 2 new horse collars; show bridles; Horse bells; 5.5 HP pressure washer. Royal Doulton China – Rondelay; Assorted Pin Wheel Crystal pieces; Kenmore dish washer; APX 5 in 1 Gym; Tread Mill – like new; chesterfield and chair set; Roxton Kitchen table and 6 chairs; miscellaneous household items etc. etc.

Owners – Cathy and David Cunningham 613-804-0704 613-227-0718 Terms: Cash or Cheque with ID Auctioneer: John J. O’Neill 613-832-2503 Owners or Auctioneer not responsible in case of loss or accident

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Eastern Ontario’s Largest Indoor Flea Market 150 booths Open Every Sunday All Year 8am-4pm Hwy. #31 – 2 kms north of 401

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Large Ad Ran in Last Week’s Edition. Visit Website The Nash’s, proprietors for over 48 years, are retiring. Motto “Nash’s was a place where your neighbor worked”. They will now pause from their usual routine to thank staff & everyone for their friendship, business & opportunity to serve the community. Their auction sale is all-encompassing, offering many cost-effective materials to the commercial & residential fields.

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Terms; Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa, M/C - Catering

for Bev & Sophia Street @ #636 Hwy 15 Lombardy, ON on Wed., May 17/17 @ 10 am Property to be sold at 11 am

Auctioneer & Qualified Appraiser JIM HANDS: THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613)267-6027 www.jimhandsauction.com

Carrie Hands, CAI, CPPA, Auctioneer & Appraiser Jason Hands, Auctioneer

-Online Only Mothers Day Jewellery AuctionBidding Opens Thursday May 4th @ 9 a.m. @ handsauction.com Closing Thursday May 11th @ 7 p.m.

Preview by appointment.

Diamonds, Rubies, Pearls, Aquamarine, Emeralds, Topaz, Amethyst, Sapphire and more set in rings, necklaces, pendants/brooches, bracelets.

Buy for that special someone or simply treat yourself.

Go to www.handsauction.com, click Online bidding to register and bid.

Pick up of your purchases is Saturday May 13th from 9 – 12 noon at our facility located at

5501 County Road 15, RR #2, Brockville, ON K6V 5T2 Phone: (613) 926-2919 E-mail: auction@handsauction.com www.handsauction.com

Auction SAle of ReAl eStAte, tRActoRS, Stock tRAileR, fARm mAchineRy, toolS And miScellAneouS ARticleS 627 Hamilton Rd, Russell, ON from Russell travel West on Craig St 1 km to Hamilton Rd, turn North and travel 3 ½ kms. Watch for Auction Signs.

Saturday, May 13 at 10:00 am (Property sells at 2:30 pm)

Property: Selling approx. 50 acres of agricultural land w/ some bush, a 3 bedroom home, barn and sheds and solar panel.

See jamesauction.com for terms and conditions or contact the auctioneers.

Hesston 100-90 4WD w/ cab and loader, 14.9 x 24 fronts, 18.4 x 34 rears, good rubber, 7063 hrs; 2 new 18.4 x 34 16 ply tractor or forestry tires; Ford 4000 diesel tractor with loader and canopy; ring chains; Massey Harris pony tractor; Corn Pro 16’ stock trailer, tandem axles, very good condition, sells saftied; line of farm machinery; assorted horse harness and saddles; nice selection of tools and misc items. See jamesauction.com for more detailed listing and pictures.

Terms- Cash or Cheque with Proper ID Prop: Mrs. Liz Miller James Auction Service Ltd. Stewart James Stewart James Jr. Erin James-Merkley 613-445-3269 613-222-2815 613-277-7128 Refreshments available.

Owners and Auctioneers not responsible for accidents.

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for Chris Nash Building Inc. on Sat., May 6/17 @ 10 am @ 33 Railway St., Lansdowne, ON K0E 1L0

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Saturday May 13, 8am-4pm, 32 Marsha Drive, printer, golf clubs, air conditioners, kitchenware, toys, games, mounted butterflies.

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May 6, Yard Sale & BBQ, 8-2, Rain or shine. Huge selection, something for Huge Community Yard everyone. St. Paul’s PresSale Clayton, May 13, byterian Church, 319 Pre8am-1pm, 1 is at Linn scott St. Kemptville.

Bower Senior Housing, also breakfast $3 & lunch Moving Sale, Sat & Sun $5.

May 6 & 7, 9am rain or shine. 656 Kilmarnock Rd, Jasper, furniture, houseMay 13, 372 Bracken Ave, hold items, office equipThe Pines, Smiths Falls, ment, garden equipment & 7-4pm. decor.

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Huge 15 Family Garage Sale. Burgesswood, (Lakewood and McLaren Roads at end of Otty Lake SdRd/Kenyon Rd.) Saturday May 13, 8:00am. Rain or Shine. Antiques & collectibles, fitness equipment, appliances, tools, furniture, vintage and newer and so much more. ‘If we don’t have it, you don’t need it!’

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~ 89 Acre Farm & Homestead ~ Featuring a surveyed 89 (+/-) farm. 419’ (+/-) on Hwy 15 abutting Towers Rd. Having approx. 15 acres (+/-) in hard maple bush, 60 acres (+/-) tillable w/ remainder in pasture & barnyard. Sugar camp has boiling room w/ arch & separate kitchenette/sitting area. The property is complimented by a double bricked, turn-of-the-century country residence w/ impeccable finishes. The footprint of the home has stayed true to the original. Main level boasts a foyer w/ transom door, original staircase, flanked by a parlour & dining room. Original refinished & heritage painted pine flooring & 9 ft ceilings add elegance to this home. Large functional eat-in country kitchen w/ oak cabinetry, a computer workstation & laundry closet. Adjoining family room has airtight wood stove. 1st floor 4 pce bath.

Attached covered rear leisure area. There is a spacious 2nd floor hallway which comfortably houses seating & a walk-in closet. There is a king-size master bedroom plus 2 generous sized bedrooms. 2nd floor 4 pce bath. Oil & wood heat. On 2 wells & septic. Central air. Rock basement w/ concrete floor. 200 amp service. Newly installed roof in 2009 which has transferable 50 yr warranty. There are 5 outbuildings all w/ steel roofs. Detached 26’ x 36’ (+/-) steel garage w/ insulated interior, high ceiling, 2 overhead garage doors on remote, airtight Fisher stove, 100 amp service & covered lean-to. There are 2 garden sheds, a woodshed & a playhouse on stilts. There is a concrete barnyard which offers a U-shaped layout of barns to include a machine shed, byre w/ cattle stalls & calf pens all w/ concrete floors, a granery & a gangway leading to mow. There is water & power to barns. Yearly taxes $2600.00 (+/-) For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office at 613-267-6027.

Mr. & Mrs. Street are longtime respected business people in the community. Bev, a family man first, a good man, a straight shooter & always fair. His poor health has forced this auction. Good property. Good machinery. Good cattle. Visit website for photos.

Terms on Chattels: Cash or Cheque ONLY.

Auctioneers & Qualified Appraisers JIM HANDS: THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613) 267-6027 www.jimhandsauction.com