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Friday, August 3, 2018
Vol. 18 No. 31
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The Honeywood Hockey Moms were recognized by Mulmur Township August 1 for their ongoing fundraising efforts through the annual Jennifer Widbur Memorial Hockey Tournament resulting in more than $500,000 being donated to Headwaters Health Care Foundation. Above: Mayor Paul Mills presents Honeywood Hockey Moms treasurer Corrie Downey with a certificate of appreciation.
Honeywood Hockey moms raise money for cancer care by Trina Berlo The 11th annual Jennifer Widbur Memorial Hockey Tournament held April 6-7 raised $65,000. The tournament, organized by the Honeywood Hockey Moms, has raised a total of $510,000 for the Headwaters Health Care Foundation. The tournament was founded after the death of fellow hockey mom Jennifer Widbur, who died from breast cancer in 2007. Honeywood Hockey Moms treasurer Corrie Downey said it all began when area hockey moms decided to take to the
ice themselves. They host other mom teams made up of women over 30 for a fun two-day annual tournament at the arena in Honeywood. Funds are raised through sponsorship. She said it was very rewarding to have a tour of the new oncology unit at Headwaters Health Care Centre in Orangeville and see their contributions at work. The tournament has also supported The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, Honeywood Minor Hockey, Hospice Dufferin and the Humbolt Hockey Team memorial fund.
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by Trina Berlo The Clearview Transit system is expanding to Creemore. On July 30, council approved a one-year trial of public transit serving Creemore with a connection into Stayner four days a week at seven hours per day, starting as early as possible in 2019, with an estimated cost of $92,647.36. Council also directed staff to issue a public engagement survey within Creemore to gather information related to the potential schedule, stops and route considerations and, pending a successful trial period, directed staff to bring back a report with details related to the purchase of a transit bus with gas tax funds. The plan was drafted by Communications and Marketing Coordinator Tim Hendry by direction of council. In January, council was informed it would be receiving $128,174 in gas tax funds specifically for transportation and Deputy Mayor Barry Burton hoped the money would be used to extend the transit system to Creemore. Staff however recommended that the gas tax money be kept in reserve for the purchase of a bus sometime in the future and that during the trial period a bus be rented from Sinton Landmark at
a cost of $60 per day and that the trial be funded by taxpayers. “It’s a great step forward,” Burton said Monday. Hendry reported that the Stayner bus has become well used with more than 1,000 riders counted in May and June. Staff has also been working with the County of Simcoe as it develops a plan for a regional transit service, including a leg between Barrie and Collingwood, with a stop in Stayner, as early as 2020. The new route would negate the need for the Stayner bus to link to Wasaga Beach, and could free up some time to make a run to another community in Clearview. CAO Steve Sage said there is a possibility of getting gas tax funds for operation costs but staff advises building ridership before applying. Councillor Thom Paterson said the cost of the service is reasonable. He said in Stayner people use the bus service to get around town, not only to leave the community. “If we do get people going from corner to corner so be it, we’ve improved the quality of life (which is a goal of the strategic plan,” said Paterson. Hendry noted the hours of operation used to calculate the cost of operation are a baseline only and could change based on community input.
Tickets on sale for Creemore Skating Clubs duck race August 25 Creemore Skating Club is holding its fourth annual Rubber Duck Race on Saturday, August 25. Tickets cost $5 each and all proceeds go to the club. The race is at 2:30 p.m. when ducks compete for $400 in prizes: $200 for first place; $100 for second; and $25 for third, fourth and fifth. This year, there will be a corporate duck race, in addition to the regular duck race of 500 yellow rubber ducks,
dumped from the Collingwood Street Bridge. Businesses are encouraged to decorate a duck and display it in their window until they are collected on August 23. On the day of the race they will be judged for best dressed. Corporate ducks cost $25. Tickets for the regular duck race are on sale at The Creemore Echo office, located at 3 Caroline St. W.
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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, August 3, 2018
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This Weekend Friday, August 3 to Monday, August 6
• Nottawasaga Daylilies now at peak bloom. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For directions visit www.wilsondaylilies. com. See ad page 11.
Saturday, August 4
• Creemore Farmers’ Market at Station on the Green parking lot from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Saturday morning to Thanksgiving. Info: www.creemorefarmersmarket.ca. • Creemore Log Cabin History Hosts on hand to welcome visitors at the Creemore Log Cabin 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday morning until Thanksgiving. 705-466-2261.
• Creemore Children’s Festival in downtown Creemore from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A full day of free family-friendly entertainment. For info visit www.creemorechildrensfestival.com or call 705-466-9998. • You are invited to Lois Walker’s 80th Birthday Come and Go Tea and Potluck Supper at St. Patrick’s Hall, 215 Pine Street, Stayner, starting at 2 p.m. and going into the evening. Gifts discouraged, your presence is the only present required!
Saturday, August 4 to Monday, August 6
• New Lowell Annual Civic Long Weekend Men’s Hardball Fundraiser: Games start at 9 a.m. For info visit www.leaguelineup.com/ndbl.
Sunday, August 5
• Church Services on page 5. • Mulmur Farmersʼ Market at Dufferin County Museum Parking Lot each Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. to Oct. 7. Fresh, local, in-season food. Crafters & bakers. betterinmulmur.ca. • Jim Cuddy Fundraising Concert in support of CORE at Lyric Pond in the hills of Mulmur starting at 6:30 p.m. For tickets contact norm@ informationpackaging.ca or visit www.corecares.ca.
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Upcoming Events Wednesday, August 8
• Wednesdays TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at Stayner Evangelical Missionary Church, 202 Ontario Street, Stayner. New members welcome. Call Judy at 705-422-1428 for more info. • Wednesday Night Bingo at Manito Shrine Club, 2265 Fairground Road North (across from the GNE grounds) featuring Larry “The Legend” Smith as your caller. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Start time is 6:45 p.m. Early Bird, regular games & progressive super jackpot. Cash prizes. Snack bar. All net proceeds benefit the Shriners Hospital For Children. • New Lowell Farmers’ Market from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at New Lowell Recreation Park, 5212 County Rd 9. Come out and shop with local vendors who provide local produce and crafts. Market runs Wednesdays to August 29. •
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68 Canadian Open Old Time Fiddle Championship & Heritage Music Festival at Shelburne, Ontario. Tickets & information by phone or in person at Holmes Appliances & Music Shop, 135 Main Street West, Shelburne, 519-9253037 or visit www.HeritageMusicFestival.ca or email fiddleshelburne@yahoo.com. th
Monday, August 13 to Fri. August 17
• Creemore Kids Club Summer Camp at the Creemore Arena Hall (next door to the school) from 9 a.m. to noon. $50 per participant (for children Grades 1-8). Email Clearview Community Church Creemore at c3creemore@gmail.com or call 705428-6543 for info or to register.
Friday, August 10
• The first ever Cars ‘n Creemore from 6 to 9 p.m. This is a casual “drop by with your car” event. No judging, just a show of fine autos on Mill Street. • Golfing in the Dark for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dufferin and District at Lynbrook Family Golf Centre, 285316 Cty Rd 10, Amaranth. Registration begins at 7 p.m. followed by music and appetizers. Tee-off for 9 holes of fun at 9 p.m. $60. To register call 519-941-6431 or visit www. bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/dufferin.
Saturday, August 11
• 30th Edenvale Classic Aircraft Foundation Gathering of the Classics at Edenvale Aerodrome from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Classic autos & motorcycles, vintage & classic airplanes, homebuilts, ultralights, jets, displays, food & more. Flights available in warbirds, jets, helicopters! Adults $15, youth 1017 $5, 9 & under free. www.classicaircraft.ca or 705-818-2223. 5195 Hwy 26 E.
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• Authors in the Hills of Mulmur from 1 to 4 p.m. at 587146 Sideroad 10, Mulmur. Discover what the heart knows with Dr. Brian Goldman “The Power of Kindness”, Joanna Goodman “The Home for Unwanted Girls” and Scott Thornley “Erasing Memory”. Tickets $35 available at Booklore, Mulmur Township, Shelburne Public Library or email treasurer@mulmur.ca.
Saturday, August 25
• Copper Kettle Festival. There’s a Party Brewing! Join us for some good old-fashioned fun and help celebrate the brewery, the town and the beer! From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. www.copperkettlefestival.ca, or thefolks@creemoresprings.com for more info. • The Creemore Skating Club Corporate Duck Race starting at 1:30 p.m. Local Businesses have purchased and decorated rubber ducks that will race down the Mad River before the Prize Money Rubber Duck Race. Ducks will be on display before the race. If any business would like to purchase a corporate duck, please contact Julie Bigham at jbigham30@hotmail.com or 705-466-2977. • 4th Annual Creemore Skating Club Duck Race. 500 yellow ducks are dropped off of the Collingwood Street Bridge at 2:30 p.m. and float to the Mad River Park. Tickets are $5 each. 1st Prize: $200. 2nd Prize: $100. 3rd Prize $50. 4th and 5th Prize $25.Call Julie Bigham at 705-4431331 or jbigham30@hotmail.com for more info. • Dunedin Literary Festival - Words in the Woods. Award-winning Canadian author Heather O’Neill will be Keynote Speaker with a special musical guest. We’ve also confirmed authors Wayne Grady, Claudia Dey, Arif Anwar, Tish Cohen, Nicola Ross, with more being added daily. Visit www.wordsinthewoods.com for all updates and ticket information.
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• Lighthouse Concert, the iconic Canadian classic band, at Eddie Bush Arena, Collingwood. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Nottawasaga Lighthouse Preservation Society. Tickets available for $45 plus hst and fees at ticketpro.ca. • Annual Fish Fry and Chicken Dinner at Manito Shrine Club. 2265 Fairgrounds Road, Collingwood. 4:30 to 7 p.m. Adults $17. Children under 5 free.
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Monday, August 13
• Georgian Bay British Car Club meets at the Huron Club, Pine Street, Collingwood, at 7 p.m. Visit www. gbbcc.com for more information.
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• Big Book Bash at the Station on the Green, 10 Caroline Street East, Creemore from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. This biennial book sale is a fundraiser to help with the upkeep of the Station on the Green. Lightly used clean books to be donated can be dropped off starting August 7 Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to noon at the Creemore Curling Club or drop off at Creemore Echo office during office hours. No drop-offs outside or on weekends!
The Creemore Echo • Friday, August 3, 2018 •
Mulmur action plan calms traffic, resident concerns by Trina Berlo After hearing a plethora of speed related safety concerns from residents, Mulmur Township officials have come up with an action plan. “I live in the area and I understand the problem,” said Councillor Greg Lloyd, adding that has heard concerns from residents who were looking for support from council. “So I took this on,” he said. A sub-committee with councillor Keith Lowry, director of public works Jim Willmetts and clerk Kerstin Vroom was struck and with the help of the roads department they undertook a traffic study to measure speeds in areas of concern. Data was collected in four problem areas, during one-week intervals and the data showed there is indeed an issue with excessive speeding. Two areas showed there is a very
high rate of speeding: The River Road data showed 51 per cent of traffic is exceeding the speed limit and on the 10th Sideroad, west of Mansfield, 91 per cent of traffic is speeding. On Prince of Wales Road, 34 per cent of vehicles are speeding, and 12.5 per cent of vehicles on 20th Sideroad are speeding. Additionally, several vehicles were recorded going more than 16 km/hr above the posted speed limits. For example, on River Road, east of Centre Road, 3,142 vehicles were recorded and 1,596 were speeding (217 were going more than 16 km/hr over the speed limit). The data also identified the best enforcement times. Then two public meetings were held, one with Dufferin OPP. “Everybody got a chance to speak about their concerns and their experiences and they had the attention
of the commander of the OPP,” said Lloyd. He said they took suggestions from the public and developed ideas as a committee and compiled them into an action plan. Actions were divided into categories. There were things that could be done at the township level, the county level and at the enforcement level, by the OPP. Lloyd said residents also have a role to play. The OPP wants residents to report speeding and dangerous driving so police can compile their own data. One tangible action to come out of the plan is that Mulmur Township has added $20,000 worth of paid duty policing on weekends, above the regular level of enforcement. They also purchased a portable radar sign. T h r o u g h a c o m b i n e d e ff o r t , speed reduction tools like rumble strips, flashing lights, the creation of
Gift threshold too high: Paterson by Trina Berlo Clearview council has adopted a code of conduct to ensure members share a common basis and understanding for acceptable conduct. The code, developed with an appointed integrity commissioner, is required by law as of March 2019. The code puts in place rules around general conduct, conflict of interest, confidential information, use of township resources, elections, use of influence, business relations, communicating with media and social media use, nepotism, expenses, and gifts, benefits and hospitality. Just before it was adopted on July 30, Councillor Thom Paterson made a last ditch effort to have the threshold
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for gifts lowered but having discussed it earlier in the month, the dollar limits were left as is. The code places limits on acceptable gifts. Council members may not accept gifts valued at more than $300 (unless approved by the integrity commissioner), alcohol valued at over $100, art worth $300, business meals costing $300 and business hospitality valued at more than $500. It also limits the number of events a council member can be treated to (no more than two tickets per event and no more than one event by the same person or organization). “The practical problems that nominal gifts and benefits create require a Code of Conduct that provides clarity and transparency. Personal integrity and
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sound business practices require that relationships with developers, vendors, contractors or others doing business with the township be such that no member of council is perceived as showing favouritism or bias toward the giver. There will never be a perfect solution,” states the integrity commissioner commentary. Paterson said the limits are too high. “It’s too extravagant. In our local economy it could seem like influence,” he said… “All the influencer has to do is cause a perception.” The code of conduct is to be reviewed at the end of each term of council and is to be amended when there is a change in relevant legislation and when otherwise appropriate. Training dates are in the works for appointed board and committee members, who will have a separate code of conduct.
community safety zones, no-stopping zones and signage are being installed, if they haven’t been already. There are a lot of concerns around excessive noise from vehicles, especially motorcycles. Lloyd said the action plan does not address noise specifically but the issues are linked because the faster a vehicle is travelling, the louder it is. He said it has been a welcome plan and residents are happy with it. “We are going to continue to finalize these actions and I think with what we have going on, we will have some pretty good success,” said Lloyd. He said the committee has been working with the police services board so there should be continuity with future councils. Call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (*677 on a cellphone) for speeding and non-urgent matters.
iTunes card scam still active Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant when it comes to phishing scams. There has been a report of the iTunes gift card scam in the area. If you are asked to pay taxes any other payment using iTunes gift cards, it is likely a scam. The victim receives a call instilling panic and urgency to make a payment by purchasing iTunes gift cards. After the cards have been purchased, the victim is asked to pay by sharing the 16-digit code on the back of the card with the caller over the phone. iTunes Gift Cards can only be used to purchase goods and services on the iTunes Store, App Store, iBooks Store, Apple Music and iCloud storage. Report incidents to the police and the Canada Revenue Agency.
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Put on the brakes The decision making process behind starting a bus route to Creemore should be put in reverse. There are so many questions yet unanswered. How do we know if a bus is needed in Creemore? And if there is a need how is it best to address it. To approve a transit plan without first identifying the need is irresponsible. A one-year trial for a public transit system in Creemore and linking to Stayner has been approved at an approximate cost of $92,647.36 (based on four days per week of service). The plan has been approved by council before any formal consultation with the public about how they might use the service. The first questions that should be asked when deciding on a service are where do people want to go and when? It may very well be that there are a number of people who are in need of transportation to the hospital, the bank, or the medical lab but at this point we have no official data on who they are or where they live. When implementing a service, especially one that will never be profitable and will indeed cost taxpayers quite a bit of money for the foreseeable future, the very fist step should be public consultation. In January, council directed staff to investigate using a gas tax windfall to establish a Creemore bus route. That money is not being considered for this trial period and instead of going back and assessing the real need. Council choses to speed ahead. This process needs to be flipped. The municipality should have taken some time since January to ask people about their transportation needs. A dozen people telling a member of council they want a bus to get them to the Superstore in Wasaga Beach, does not count as proper consultation. In a community as small as Creemore it is relatively easy to spread the word. A public open house should be held, inviting people to see some options, and allow for other avenues of communication for those who cannot get to the event. If people don’t engage, so be it, but at least an effort was made. A lack of interest could be measured as a lack of need, or vice versa, a huge crowd could show both current and future interest. Because, transportation is a long term project and planning for the future should be a part of the process. Installing a bus takes time. It’s true what staff has said about offering consistent service so riders will trust the reliability of the system long term. People reading this with interest may not need a bus now but maybe they will in five years. A careful measure of demographics and population trends should be considered when installing a service as binding and expensive as transit. Public consultation should always be done at the beginning of planning a project, not done at the end after all the work has been done, minds have been made-up and heels have been dug-in.
This image is from a series of photos taken by John Wiggins in 1978 documenting main street buildings. Above is the building located at the corner of Mill Street and Elizabeth Street West, now Remax/Creemore Hills Realty. The service centre visible to the left was renovated to house Creemore Kitchen.
Don’t stop there Mr Ford Editor: If there was ever a municipality that needs to see a cut in the number of ineffectual councillors its Clearview, with its staff-controlled municipal government! Nine representatives for just 14,000 residents is far higher proportion of councillors/resident than Toronto and other large cities. The Municipal Act needs a total rewrite to take control of our municipal government back from the highly paid civil servants into the hands of far fewer full-time councillors being paid a decent salary and with a term limit so that we don’t get the same-old, same-old representation that we are ending up with once again in Clearview. (three incumbents, with no voted mandate from residents, being “interred” once again.) Get rid of the ward system and have fewer more involved and “recallable” representatives accountable to all residents equally. Bar full-time, extremely well paid, civil servants from any jurisdiction from also holding public
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office. (Our mayor is a civil servant in Barrie and the wage increases (+30 per cent in this term) he has implemented for the CAO of Clearview indicate a penchant for bloating wage levels that he might also benefit from.) Remove the right of your elected representative to delegate another party to represent Clearview at county, if you voted for “Jim Jones”, he should be the one representing you at county not some unknown party. Replace council chosen integrity commissioners and closed meeting investigators with the Ontario Ombudsman so that every community gets the same treatment of their concerns and complaints from an entity using common standards with the costs of that service being paid by the province. Appoint a provincial integrity commissioner with legal authority to fire or fine the currently untouchable staff who fail to comply with the law or lie when providing information to the council or the public. Peter Lomath, Creemore.
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Grandma didn't buy anything that could be made Local History
Fred, the youngest Although the Smith landed at the West Coast. family, the subject of this It was about 1906 that series, was industrious he wired my father some hard knocks made requesting $800 to save life difficult for them. him serious trouble. About We have followed the the same time Jack needed family from Yorkshire, Helen $400. England, 1832 to the BLACKBURN These hard knocks left wilds of Nottawasaga us all limp. None of the Smith Township. The year is now 1902. family, of my father’s generation ever Bert Smith continues his story: became wealthy for the very good reason that on too many occasions I had been persuaded by my they were called upon to help a father in the spring of 1902 to quit brother in distress. school and work on the farm. It was generally known that I I was not big for my age but healthy wanted to get married. I was engaged and tough. I took a man’s place and to May Ferguson at the time and had just finished seeding operations was biding my time, waiting to see when I had a terrible and almost fatal what would develop. accident. Details are not necessary Suddenly in January 1916 Reub but after five weeks at Collingwood telephoned me to come to see him. Hospital the doctors not only saved On my arrival Grandma opened the my life but the arm, which they had conversation by telling me that she thought of amputating. This accident and Reub had a talk and decided the added to existing financial problems. time had come for them to sell the Up at Grandmother’s things were property. She said that they would anything but good. like me to buy the old homestead There was really no boss. Grandma because they didn’t want it to go owned the 50-acre homestead and 25 out of the family. I was always acres of bush but she had no money. sentimental and was thrilled at the However, she made arrangements prospect of becoming the Laird of the with Reub (uncle) to work the farm. old family homestead. The deal was Reub in turn was to provide food, completed in a few days. wood, etc. I am not sure how much Reub then called an auction of his Reub gave his mother in cash but no chattels. doubt it was very little. They existed I had hoped to get married in but had to live economically.
the spring. This was found to be impossible for several reasons. Firstly, my financé had a slight indisposition and her doctor advised her to not to marry until autumn. Secondly, I discovered the house was in a terrible rundown condition. No decorating had been done for many years. Thirdly, I had very little money and realized I had furniture to get besides decorating a few rooms. Grandma had a sale of household effects in May and I was in full possession. She then moved to Creemore to live with her youngest daughter, Maude (Mrs. Wm Mackay). Grandma had nearly $3,000 in the bank and paid her board. She was 75 years of age and was independent for the first time in her life. Looking back about 65 years to the late 90s I would like to give to succeeding generations a picture of life as I remember it on the old homestead. Grandma didn’t buy anything that could be produced by their own industry. Any money made by making butter and for eggs sold was used for such necessities as tea, sugar, salt and on occasions some yard goods to make men’s shirts, overalls, and once in a long time, a dress for one of the
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SPORTS Mosquito pool tests positive for West Nile virus
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is reminding residents to protect themselves against mosquito bites after mosquitoes collected from a trap in Bradford West Gwillimbury tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). This is the first lab-confirmed evidence of West Nile virus in Simcoe Muskoka this year. Protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites by: • Using an approved mosquito repellent, following the manufacturer’s instructions • Wearing light-coloured clothing and covering up in areas where mosquitoes are active • Staying indoors when mosquitoes are most active, especially at dusk and dawn • Reducing mosquito breeding sites by removing standing water around your house or cottage. The health unit is continuing surveillance for WNV in the area as well as throughout Simcoe Muskoka. For more information visit the h e a l t h u n i t w e b s i t e a t w w w. simcoemuskokahealth.org or call Health Connection at 705-7217520 or 1-877-721-7520 Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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New Lowell motocross racer earns spot at national championships Ben Kongmany just made his dream come true. The nine-yearold dirt bike racer has qualified for the largest amateur motocross race in Canada, the 26th Annual Walton TransCan Canadian Motocross Grand National Championship at Walton Raceway. Kongmany, a New Lowell resident, has earned one of just 42 qualifying positions in his classes and age group. “The Walton TransCan Grand National Championship at Walton Raceway is the event every motocross racer in the Canada aims to compete in,” said Brett Lee, event manager. “A win at the TransCan Amateur Grand National Championship gives a rider instant national notoriety and can serve as a springboard to a career.” Most of Canada’s top professional motocross racers, including 2014 Canadian Motocross Champion Colton Facciotti, Tyler Medaglia, Jess Petitis and Kaven Benoit, have won TransCan Canadian Motocross Grand National Amateur Championships at Walton Raceway at some point before becoming professional. It will also feature top Americans Matt Goerke, Dillon Epstein and past Walton champ Joey Crown. With the help of sponsors who help pay his way to the races, Kongmany has had the opportunity to pursue his dream. He has won many races in the last four years and competes nearly every weekend with AMO Racing Association. Kongmany won Toronto Supercross at the Rogers Centre in January and went on to compete in Las Vegas at Sam Boyd Stadium in the Monster Energy Cup Supercross event. Kongmany placed fourth. He was the only Canadian at that event. Kongmany will make the journey to Walton Raceway along with his parents Jessica Jamieson Kongmany and Anthony Kongmany. The amateur races run August 14-17, with the
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Library revs engines for Children's Fest LIBRARY NEWS
On Saturday, August 4, we will be reading and “flying” at the Creemore Children’s Festival between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Down in the quite zone and inside the Creemore Michele Branch, Jay Jay (the tropical McKENZIE owl from the Wye Marsh Wild Life Centre) will be holding court from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The crafters from milkbags unlimited will be demonstrating and teaching how to weave milk bag mats in the Creemore Log Cabin. Adventure Smart (our local Georgian Bay search and rescue team) will be hosting a booth featuring outdoor safety outside the library doors. Back up the road to Mill Street, Shannon, Ashley and I will be running our ever popular “Flight School” with the side attraction of “Spy School”. We will be “flying” our World War II replicas as well as our new additions to our fleet - our “stealth jets”. For more information about the activities at the Creemore Children’s Festival, please see the advertisement or visit www.creemorechildrensfestival. com. Our fun will be repeated at the 30th anniversary of the Annual Gathering of the Classics at Edenvale Aerodome on Saturday, August 11 (rain date on Sunday, August 12) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For event information and ticket prices, please visit www. classicaircraft.ca. To wrap up our summer reading programming, we are going to go “play” with the alligators on Wednesday, August 15. Little Ray will be bringing his a large assortment of his critters for two shows that require complimentary tickets to guarantee seating. The first show will take place on the floor of the
Big Heart Seniors July 12 The next bus to Rama will go on August 7. There is always room for more riders. If you would like to go please call 705-466-5205. There is a come and go tea for Lois Walker’s 80th birthday August 4 at 2 p.m. Potluck dinner at 5:30 p.m. at St. Patrick’s Hall, 215 Pine St., Stayner. 50/50: Roy Veinot, Ray Broad, Barb Cudmore, Mary Bouchard, Alinda Bishop. Moon shots: Roy Veinot, Morris Tymchuk, Jim Rigney. Jim got the travel prize. Winners: Leona Hartling, 279; Jim Rigney, 276; Roy Veinot, 273; Lois Walker, 241. Low: Barb Pilon, 148. No lucky chair.
Look who is visiting the Creemore Branch of the Clearview Public Library on Saturday during the Creemore Children’s Festival. This is Jay Jay. He is a tropical owl who now lives at the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. He will be in residence at the branch between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Drop by to meet Jay Jay and to relax with some good old fashioned free literary fun. Stayner Arena Ice Surface at 11 a.m. (This is also an excellent opportunity to check out the construction progress on our new Stayner Branch.) Our second show will take place in the Station on the Green in Creemore at 1 p.m. Tickets for the whole family can be picked up at the branches in Creemore (705-466-3011), Stayner (705-428-3595) and Sunnidale (705-424-6288) as of Saturday, July 28. From alligators to owls to zoo animals, we got it all covered to let your imagination take flight at the Clearview Public Library.
July 19 We had 21 for a delicious potluck lunch and 34 members for cards. 50/50: Peter Gubbels, Carol Tymchuk, Alinda Bishop, Ruth Lougheed, Art Bishop. Moon shots: Jim Rigney, Gerry Long, Alma Seifert, Karl Seifert, Carol Tymchuk. Marcia Cameron got the travel prize. Winners: John VanVoorst, 331; Roy Veinot, 281; Peter Gubbels, 280; Karl Seifert, 278. Low: Dave Smith, 101. Lucky chair: Corrine Brownridge. What do you call a house painter who is afraid of heights? Screaming at the top of his ‘rungs’. July 26 There was a good turnout for Norma Johnston’s 90th birthday last Sunday. Welcome to Barbra Haihgt and Keith Heron. 50/50: Isabelle Gubbels, Barbra Haight, Barb Pilon, Leona Hartling. Moon shots: Dave Smith, Phyllis Seed, Karl Seifret. Jim Rigney got the travel prize. Winners: Dave Smith, 332; Barb Pilon, 307; Marcia Cameron, 294; Barbra Haight, 293. Low: Ron Laing, 122. Lucky chair: Morris Tymchuk.
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DRY HARDWOOD - MAPLE 2 Years SEASONED, 15” lengths. $350/ bush cord. FREE delivery. Volume discounts and 12” length available. Complete Woodlot Management, 519-986-2474 For Sale - Jacuzzi - like new. 72X48 acrylic. Make a good offer. 705-428-2526.
wanted A Collector trying to recreate an old time General Store is looking for items found in a General Store before 1955. Eg. tea tins, tobacco tins, candy tins, postcards, bottles, magazines, old paper items, comic books, signs, toys, advertising, old store stock, etc. Cash Paid. 416-745-4981 or 416-953-6219
yard sale Saturday, August 3 at 26 Caroline St. E, Creemore. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Household items, CDs and furniture and more.
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Affairs Bakery is expanding the Friday Night Bistro menu. Now serving Halibut fish 'n chips, roasted quarter chicken, pork back ribs, and gourmet burgers from 4 to 9 p.m. on Fridays. Dine in or take out. 705-4665621.
Contractor Repairs, restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations, peers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Brian McCurdy. 519-986-1781.
You are invited to Lois Walker’s 80th Birthday Come and Go Tea and Potluck Supper on Saturday, August 4 at St. Patrick’s Hall, 215 Pine Street, Stayner, starting at 2 p.m. Gifts discouraged, your presence is the only present required!
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Maplecrest Tree Service. Removal, pruning, bucket truck services. Call Michel at 647-501-4954.
Winter Season RentalS: Farmhouse and Cottage at top of Devil’s Glen (9127 17/18 Sideroad Clearview). Looking for a family for each one or for someone building a home that needs accommodation during the build. Call 705-444-3746 or email jrigney37@gmail.com. Country bungalow in the beautiful Mulmur Hills on a very quiet horse farm - 2 bedroom 2 bathroom laundry room living room dining room family room propane wood stove full deck overlooking countryside - would suit quiet couple - $1,800 plus utilities. 705-440-7313. One Bedroom Apartment available October 1. 149 Mill Street, Creemore. 2nd level unit. Very spacious, eat-in kitchen with balcony. Fridge and stove and parking for one vehicle included. Hydro not included. Call Noel 705-466-3635. One bedroom apartment on the main street of Creemore. Perfect for a single person. No smoking, no pets. Call and leave a message at 705441-2343.
Horses Peace Valley Ranch. 200+ acres of riding trails, an indoor arena, working cattle ranch environment, with horsemanship trainers on site. Horses are kept as a large group unless specified, you haven’t seen horses happier and calmer than at Peace Valley! Located just outside of Honeywood. 519-925-6628, www.rawhide-adventures.on.ca, and/or check us out on Facebook@ RawhideAdventures.
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Rod the Window Cleaner. You deserve a Clear View. Summer is here! You know you want it! Residential, commercial, year-round. All windows welcome. Call 705-3510768. References on request. Painting, Masonry & Parging. Professional quality. Now accepting new projects. Call Don for estimate at 705-424-0708 or 705-816-0708. Woofstra Dog Grooming Services. Sue Woudstra is taking bookings. To make an appointment, call 519-9250430.
help wanted Grandma looking for an extra pair of hands to help with child supervision and cooking August 15 to September 2. Approx. 4 hours per day. Contact 705-466-6122.
Mylar and Loretaʼs Restaurant, Singhampton, seeking chef and line cook. Drop off resume in person. Certified Level II Dental Assistant For Dr. Ted Proctor Stayner Dental Centre
Our dental office is seeking a dedicated & hard working Certified Level II Dental Assistant who works well in a strong team environment. We are a busy family dental practice with a commitment to quality dental care. This is a full-time permanent position starting immediately. Dental assisting experience is considered an asset but not a requirement. Candidate must be organized & friendly. Please send resume to Heather. heather@staynerdentalcentre.com phone: 705-428-6234 fax: 705-428-6235
auctions Bob Severn Auction Register Ph: 519-925-2091
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Notice - Street Sweeping in Creemore and Stayner CLEARVIEW, ON- Please be advised that street sweeping has been scheduled for Thursday, August 2nd in downtown Stayner and for Friday, August 3rd in downtown Creemore. If possible, please avoid parking in the downtown areas early in the morning, when the street sweeping crews are present. For more information, please contact: Gerry LeMay General Manager of Transportation and Drainage 705-428-6230 ext. 230 glemay@clearview.ca
Tim Hendry Marketing and Communications Coordinator 705-428-6230 ext. 240 thendry@clearview.ca
Public Survey for Recreation, Culture and Parks Master Plan In partnership with PRC Solutions, Clearview Township has launched a telephone survey and online survey to gain input from residents, community organizations and user groups related to the development of the new Recreation, Culture and Parks Master Plan.
Public input is important as the Township develops a Master Plan that will guide future decision making of parks, recreation & culture services over the next 10 years. On behalf of the Township, the telephone survey will be conducted by Oraclepoll between July 23rd and August 24th, 2018. If contacted, residents are encouraged to participate and provide input regarding the use of Clearview Township parks, recreation and culture facilities, programs and services. Completed surveys from 200 residents will be obtained. In addition, if you wish to complete an online version of the survey, please visit the Township website at: http://www. clearview.ca/parks-and-recreation-master-plan Public Meeting A public meeting has been scheduled for the August 13th, 2018 Council Meeting to provide Council and the public with an update, to engage all interested parties within the master plan process and to provide an opportunity for further public input. Details regarding the meeting will be posted on the Township website when available. For more information, please contact: Terry Vachon, GM Tim Hendry Parks, Culture & Recreation Marketing / Communications 705-428-6013 ext. 21 705-428-6230 ext. 240 tvachon@clearview.ca thendry@clearview.ca
Tender - Sand The Township of Clearview will be receiving Tenders/Quotes for: 2018-09 – Winter Sand Tenders for the above will be accepted by the undersigned until: Thursday, August 23, 2018 @ 1:00 P.M. Tenders will be opened: Thursday, August 23, 2018 @ 1:15 P.M. Tender forms are available at the Township Office; 217 Gideon Street, Stayner, from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Sealed tenders clearly marked with Tender #2018-09 in envelopes and on forms supplied by Clearview Township will be received by the Clearview Public Works Department. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Submit Tenders to: Gerry LeMay, General Manager Transportation & Drainage Township of Clearview, Box 200, 217 Gideon Street Stayner, ON L0M 1S0, 705-428-6230 ext. 230
Firefighters host annual golf tourney Creemore Firefighters Association is hosting its fifth annual golf tournament on Saturday, Sept. 8 at Duntroon Highlands Golf Club. Participation costs $125 per golfer for 18 holes of golf, use of cart, dinner and prizes. There will also be a silent auction
and prizes. Funds go to Creemore Firefighters’ Association projects, including their ongoing effort to restore their antique fire truck, Unit 41. Contact: Jesse Stevens at 705-7906408 or j.stevens88@hotmail.com or Sarah Carrier at saracarrier27@ hotmail.com.
Civic Holiday Waste Collection There will be NO CHANGE to your garbage, organics, and recycling collection day. Have materials at the curb by 7a.m. on your regular day to ensure collection. WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITIES HOURS All County waste management facilities will be CLOSED Monday, August 6 except Site 8 (Matchedash). Does not apply to residents of Barrie and Orillia.
County of Simcoe Customer Service 1-800-263-3199
There’s a Party Brewing!
Join us for some good old fashioned fun and help us celebrate the brewery, the town and the beer!
Saturday, August 25 26th, 2017
11:00am - 6:00pm RAIN ORSHINE
Visit www.creemoresprings.com or call 705-466-2240 for info!